Sarah was an excellent host - with tips about which parks are nice, where to do groceries, activities taking place... She was always reachable and always accommodating.

The apartment itself is very conveniently located - just 15 min walk to the train/bus station, which is an excellent way for getting to and from the airport, 15 minutes in either direction for groceries, and there are pharmacies all over town. Being right at the old quarter means you can get everywhere on foot. Being close to the river and having the levee as the landmark was very helpful as it's easy to be distracted by the winding streets.

The apartment is fully furnished and equipped with everything you need for an extended stay: Stove and oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine out on the balcony, drying racks for hanging your laundry; plenty of clean linens and towels; tons of storage. The space: clean (really really clean) and simple, but still warm and inviting with the plaster walls and wooden ceilings.

My only suggestion: If you're traveling during the colder months, bring slippers! Those tile floors were killer on our first night. :)