Stayed at the Zen Studio for a night and had a great time. Clean, modern and efficient, this studio had enough room for myself and two other friends (two on the bed and one on the fold out couch). We had access to the backyard with picnic table and hammock.
The neighborhood was very eclectic, from small bungalows to large modern homes and felt safe to walk around. 8min walk to 1st street with great restaurants and food trucks. And close to Barton springs which was great for walking.
Adam was a great host - he lived in the small blue bungalow in the front and was very nice and responsive but also gave us our privacy. He recommended having breakfast at Elizabeth Street Cafe (French/Vietnamese food) on 1st street and it was excellent.
Would definitely stay at the Zen studio again and check out all that South Austin has to offer.