Deborah and David are truly great people and it was a treat to meet them and stay in their home. I felt really welcomed and taken care of - way above and beyond what I expected. The room is lovely and the location is in a great neighborhood that happens to be very close to Zilker Park. I was so happy.
Deborah and David also went above and beyond to welcome me. I experienced a few hic-cups traveling to Austin and ended up arriving past 2am. Deborah was beyond accommodating, and was even up and able to assist with the fact that my luggage was lost in transit. She and David were already equipped to help with toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo, body wash - anything I needed until I could get my luggage the next morning. And the entire stay was just as welcoming. They had a coffee pot in the room, a fridge stocked with beer (the good stuff!), yogurt, water, and cream for coffee. The room was also stocked with a toaster, and breakfast items like fruit, toast, jam, and almond butter.
The very best part of the room is the huge tub in the bathroom. I think I used it everyday. I'm relatively small, but I could float in it without touching the sides if I wanted to. Such a treat after a long day of walking around ACL and exploring Austin.
Deborah and David also make themselves available if you need anything. I was mostly running around the first 2 days, but enjoyed some time visiting with both of them on the third day when a few of my friends stopped by to rest for an hour. (Deborah and David also offered us an ice chest of water bottles while we relaxed out back on their beautiful patio.) Finally, on the day I was to leave, Deborah gave me a ride to the airport, where I had a chance to learn about her design business and her kids. All in all, one of my favorite Airbnb experiences ever.