Nick's place ranked high on our list of great airbnb experiences. We absolutely would love to have him as our host again. Things we appreciated about our stay:
Our dog could be with us, and our Austinite son could visit us during our stay accompanied by his dog. Nick was flexible about check in and check out. The place has a very spacious feel about it. It was clean. It was generously stocked with not only the normal expectations of an airbnb (such as bed and bath linens and TP), but also the "not sure the hosts will supply these items, but I hope they do" kind of stocked (like all kinds of kitchenware, scissors, tape, books, record player and albums, chalkboard and chalk, and much more). Easy in/out keypad (no key to carry or have to pass back and forth). Comfortable beds. Internet that REALLY worked. Fenced area with deck (complete with an awesome tree and comical resident squirrel), grill, outdoor furniture and eclectic decorations. Comfortably and artistically furnished. Updated bathrooms. Washer and dryer in unit (yeah). Cool during the 100+ temp days of summer (central air as well as ceiling fans operated by remote control). Convenient location in Hyde Park neighborhood--love walking in the area. About any service or store you'd want in very close proximity. 10 minute bike ride from UT. Easy street parking. Public transportation about 1 block away. Nick was responsive and an all-round nice guy. We hope sure he intends to re-opens his Airbnb after he completes his planned renovations.