This was my first experience with airbnb. I usually stay with friends when I am in Austin, but that option was not available this time around. I wasn't sure what to expect when I arrived, but Monica made me feel right at home. She was very warm and friendly, and she filled me in about the apartment and the surrounding area.

The guest room listed in the ad was being cleaned, so Monica put me up in the master bedroom. The room was spacious. There was a queen sized bed, small couch and Papasan chair. The attached bath was quite large - bigger than some hotel rooms I have stayed in. The bed was very comfortable. The view was great (my window overlooked a courtyard with a swimming pool).

There was a large kitchen available for cooking but I didn't use it much - just the coffee pot in the morning. I prefer to eat out when I travel. Fortunately, there were several solid restaurants and bars a very short walk from the apartment. I never had to get in my car.

Overall, I thought it was a fantastic deal. It's a great location. The apartment complex is very nice, it is very close to downtown Austin, and there is lots to do within a short walking distance. The itself apartment was very clean, nicely decorated, and very comfortable. Most of the time I had the place to myself as Monica was either working or out with friends (we did watch a world cup game together though).

I will definitely stay here again when I come to Austin. I just need to come up with an excuse to tell my friends to explain why I do not want to stay with them the next time I am in town. :-)