We loved staying in Kristine's modern granny flat. It was impeccably clean, stylish, and very comfortable. Likewise, Kristine and her family were extremely kind and accommodating. I appreciated their willingness to not only host my husband and me, but also our 10 week-old son.

One of my favorite features of the flat was the spacious bathroom with an enormous shower. It's so large that it doesn't require a curtain... this is a huge plus for any new mom supervising an infant. We were also thankful for the ability to do laundry in the super nice washer and dryer. The king size bed is comfy and firm.

As for location: We truly enjoyed staying in the heart of East Austin. The flat is located a block away from historic Oakwood Cemetery. It's under a half mile walk to Rosewood Avenue, where there are a number of lovely restaurants, food trucks (including Micklethwait Craft Meats... the best BBQ I've had in my life), shops, and a reputable yoga studio. Manor Avenue, which is also home to some fantastic eateries, is just over a mile away. If you're an avid walker, it's not too far a hike to downtown Austin. You can also hop on the number 6 bus and be there in 10 minutes.

One more note: I appreciate Kristine's environmentally conscious backyard. She composts and practices rainwater harvesting.