It goes without saying that the InstaInn lived up to all of the hype. Having booked our 3-day stay two months prior to our arrival, my girlfriend and I had been looking forward to staying with Chris and experiencing all Austin has to offer each day leading up to our departure. Chris was quick to respond to all of our questions via email before we arrived, and was present and friendly all throughout our stay. Having never “glamped” prior to this trip, we were a a little worried about staying in a small space with two people. Any feelings of nervousness were quickly eradicated once we arrived and got settled in. The camper was small, but space was utilized so well. The amenities, the TV, the bed, and the kitchen were set up in such a way that although the space is tiny, you don’t feel cramped or overwhelmed. Just a note - the bathroom has a door that swings out your partner’s view, but it does not close. Chris makes this clear in the pictures and description of the camper, but it’s worth noting if you’re shy about that kind of thing :) On day one, Chris allowed us to check in a bit early, as our flight arrived a bit before the posted check in time. He gave us great recommendations for tacos and shops to check out, and we set off on foot to explore the North Loop area as soon as we were all situated and comfy in the InstaInn! Right around the corner from Chris (about a 10-15 minute walk) is a great area with a variety of vintage/consignment shops and a small bar called Workhorse. We fell in love with this place instantly and would definitely recommend it to anyone that stays with Chris - it has a great selection of beer and really affordable, tasty food. We hit up Biscuits and Groovy for an amazing breakfast, and Flight Path coffee for awesome cappuccinos and coffee shakes. Throughout the trip, we utilized the RideAustin rideshare app to bounce around the city, as we chose not to rent a car. Honestly, we saved money without a rental and were able to gather an awesome list of food/drink/leisure recommendations from all of our drivers. From the InstaInn to the hip, fun-filled areas of the city (South Congress Street, Rainey Street, etc.) it only took 10-15 minutes and was extremely affordable coming and going ($10-$15 each way). There wasn’t one moment of our stay with Chris where we felt as if we had come unprepared or in need of any of the essentials. He made sure we were comfortable and we felt at home each of the three nights we stayed with him. Take as many outdoor showers as you can during your stay, it was magical. Turning off the water each time I got out was probably the least favorite part of my time in Austin. Use the peppermint shower gel; you will smell amazing all...