The Garden Cottage was amazing. It looked just like the pictures and was surrounded by the most beautiful garden. We were greeted by Meredith and she was hospitable and accommodating. We loved getting to meet Reggie the Cat and Shiner the Pig, as well! This environment and the location of the Cottage was perfect for my 24th birthday celebration and the desire to explore East Austin. You can easily go downtown or anywhere else in Austin since 183 and I35 are close by. Meredith and Marcella have prepared suggestions of restaurants and other things to do, which was helpful! They were available and so gracious. I loved staying at the Garden Cottage and will recommend it to anyone!