Rachel and Luke were very gracious hosts. Their home is very tastefully decorated and well kept. The room itself was spacious and clean with a great walkout onto their yard at the back. The location is at the east end which is a fair bit of a distance from downtown. However, if you're looking for excellent eats in Austin, Qui and Gimbroni's are within walking distance. If you're without a car, there is a bike share stand ($8/day) a few blocks away that is great to cover distances and bike around the lake. We would highly recommend this place to visitors who are looking to experience Austin beyond just the conveniences of the downtown core. The cats are adorable and very friendly - just something to keep in mind if you have allergies.