Pros:
* Location: Gorgeous, historic neighborhood, very quiet and safe, walking distance to some really good local eateries, and central to everything in Austin.
* Tankless hot water heater provides unlimited hot water for showers, washing dishes, etc.
* Internet worked consistently well.
* Bed was very comfortable and furnishings in general were adequate.
* Last but not least, I found Pete to be a mostly professional host who was prompt to respond whenever I contacted him as well as respectful of my privacy during the times he was around tending to the neighboring units.
Cons:
* Unit was not particularly clean, especially plates, utensils, and other items in the kitchen. It seems the cleaning crew had trusted that the previous occupants had cleaned all the kitchen items thoroughly, but there is no dishwasher, and many of the plates, cups, and utensils were pretty gunky when I arrived. I sent Pete a few photos and he promptly refunded my cleaning fee to accommodate for this, but I'd much rather just have everything be spick and span upon arrival than be left wondering how well the rest of the place has been cleaned.
* The bathroom set-up is not great. Getting in/out of the free-standing tub/shower is a bit of a challenge even if you are fairly nimble, and I am not sure how you would manage this if you have any sort of mobility issues. Airflow in the bathroom is also less than ideal even with the fan and AC running. Don't even think about showering with the door closed unless you want to turn the bathroom into a soggy steam room.
* The washer and dryer are functional but probably overdue to be replaced. They are also located in what used to be a garage with a makeshift plywood floor that is also in need of repair.
* The yard is mostly just dirt and weeds. A landscaping crew keeps the weeds trimmed, but with a little investment, the yard could really be a highlight of this property.
Other: Pete messaged me on the morning of my checkout to say that he'd left me a 5-star review and that he would appreciate if I were to do the same. First, I'm not sure why you would leave a guest a positive review until after you've had a chance to inspect the property after they've left so all I can think is that this communication is part of a strategy to influence the guest's thinking about the review they will leave for the property. I found this somewhat odd, as the value of a platform like Airbnb becomes compromised when users do not leave honest reviews to keep other users accurately informed. Overall, this place was a decent value, but depending on what you are looking for, there are several other options in the area. I hope you find this review helpful!