We haven't stayed at a ton of AirBNB's but this has got to be one of the best there is!
My wife had just found out she was going to need to be tested for cancer, so I thought we needed to get away for the weekend. It was Thursday...one of the first places that popped up was David & April's Secluded Retreat. There were approximately 300 others in the area that we had to choose from, but I kept coming back to this one. It just seemed too good to be true. We are outdoorsy people, and will typically go camping, but we needed something more cushy, but still be able to connect with nature. The price was higher than what I'd planned on spending, but in retrospect I think 2 things: 1) How did was this property still available? 2) The rental rate could, and probably should be, far higher than what it was.
After reserving the spot, David was quick to reach out and ask us about us...unexpected and appreciated. David and April both personalized our visit with a nice touch that surely wasn't necessary, but in lieu of the reason why we were going, was VERY appreciated!
When we arrived at the property, we thought we were lost...we were just west of downtown Austin, but we went off onto this little gravel road and thru a little gate to this little Japanese inspired guest house that just blew our mind! It was EXACTLY what we needed, and my wife just lit up as soon as we came down the steps...and she didn't stop...she glowed...and we had a B-EAUTIFUL weekend with cool breezes, the sounds of water from two fountains, beautiful butterfly koi, immersed in nature, not seeing another soul, connecting to one another and renewing our minds and hearts for what lay ahead.
Thank you David and April, for making your little sanctuary available to us. We WILL be back...God willing!
Kerry & Michelle Niester