Karen is a wonderful hostess! She will definitely make you feel like more than just a number at a hotel. Her home is warm and beautiful! Loved the balcony room(the church bells were most beautiful).It gives you all the feels of NOLA. Her breakfast was delicious! We enjoyed her company at the table! She has a very sweet spirit and it was an honor to be in her presence! She took time to answer our questions and give advice. Even her animals are sweet! Short ride on the Ferry($2ea.) across the River to the French Quarter(loved it!)If or when we come back to New Orleans, we won’t stay anywhere else if at all possible!