The Casita excels on all three aspects of a perfect place to stay while in Austin; location, design, and host.
The location is unbeatable. This is my fifth time in Austin and first time I’ve stayed in Clarksville. What a gem. While the area is primarily residential, with lovely old houses and mature trees, it’s walkable to everything. Fresh Plus, the local grocer, is a five-minute walk as well as half a dozen excellent restaurants. A bit further, but still easily walkable are Whole Foods, Trader Joes, and dozens of restaurants and shops. The Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail is nearby, taking you to Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake. Clarksville is a walker’s paradise. I loved this area so much that if I were to move to Austin, this is where I’d want to live.
The Casita is stunning. Immediately I was struck with the size of the kitchen. For a relatively small space, you’d expect a mini fridge and microwave, but you get a full-size fridge, gas stove, and every kitchen gadget you could want. Beautiful plates and table settings continue the Moroccan theme. The bed is super comfy with lovely bedding. The bathroom is cute and well lit. Washer and dryer were welcome given the Austin heat and humidity. One of my favorite things was the outside, covered dining area. It greatly extended the size of the Casita and was perfect for hosting family and friends and enjoying a daily sundowner.

Pam is a fantastic host. I wasn’t fully vaccinated so had to turn down her invitations to go listen to music but next time! She contacted me several times when she was out of town to make sure everything was okay. She offered to drive me to the grocery store. She printed out my documents. She took me to the airport. What more can I say?

I hated to leave and I can’t wait to go back.