Sylvia is so attentive to making your stay nice, things not everybody does...snacks and coffee and toiletries. She was happy to answer questions about anything. By my standards, it was very pricey but Austin accommos. are pricey overall, so comparatively decent value. Guidebooks say East Austin is one of its "hip" neighborhoods but clearly still up and coming, fantastic rehabs next to derelicts (in the minority), though house prices can be $1 million or more. The immediate area west could put some people off but we felt safe and loved the ease of going to town or parts south. We really loved E. Austin, the houses and neighborhoods are unique and vibrant. So many great places to eat. Would return in a heartbeat.