Maria agreed to have us stay at her apartment at the very last minute. She and her lovely apartment MADE our trip!!! The apartment is new, clean, full of light, and beautifully decorated. The beds were comfortable and cozy! Our family of 5 felt very comfortable and at home. The apartment is across from a lovely park and in a super cool residential part of town. Right outside the door is a great coffee shop, breakfast place, gourmet bakery and 2 very trendy restaurants. Three blocks away is a row of hip and trendy restaurants. We ate at 3 but wanted to try at least 6 more. A ten minute walk away is a french market (Atwater) that covers three city blocks. Makes for a fabulous waterfront picnic on the canals. Bike rentals and paths follow the canal. I would definitely stay at Marias apartment again and recommend it to all! Maria was very warm and accessable- a pleasure! Thank you Maria!