If you are visiting Austin for the first time and looking for the perfect location to call your home base, the SoCo Cottage is the only choice. End of story. Chris' cottage is centrally located in the South Congress area, with the best food, must-see stores, and Instagram-worth photo locations. (YOU CAN WALK TO THE "GREETINGS FROM AUSTIN" SIGN, PEOPLE.) It was also never more than 15 minutes from anywhere we wanted to go in the city. The home itself is so cool, and I wish I could live there. The interior design is incredible and you can tell a lot of thought was put into the furnishings. Wifi is fast. The AC keeps you cool. And it was the perfect accommodation for two girls. I must worn you about the mosquitoes. Austin's got a lot of them, but thankfully, Chris has plenty of bug spray. Speaking of Chris, he was the best host ever. He was so kind, his animals are the sweetest, and he even took the time out to give us a tour. Take as many of his recommendations as you can, especially when it comes to food. This may be one of the best Airbnbs I've ever stayed at. So what are you waiting for? BOOK THIS AIRBNB TODAY.