Shannon's house is a beautifully restored building in the historic centre of New Orleans. The house has lots of lovely architectural features and is very comfortable. There is only one bedroom but there are sofa beds in the two of the three reception rooms. We used both of these as bedrooms but that didn't cause any problems for our group (5 adults). I explored the area on Google Streetview before going there and I was worried that the area looked a bit run down but, in actual fact, the area was one of the chief pleasures of our trip. The houses are endlessly fascinating as no two are the same and I felt completely safe in the area and everyone you pass greets you ("Happy Sunday" was a new one on me). The sidewalks are all broken up by the tree roots pushing up through them so you have to watch your step as you're walking along but that only adds to the charm. Bourbon Street, where all the tourists go to get drunk, is hideous and best avoided unless you're a student on Spring Break. Frenchman St is much more civilised and is where all the locals go to hear proper jazz and that's only 15 mins walk from Shannon's house. I fell in love with New Orleans on this visit and I can recommend Shannon's house without qualification. I'm so glad we didn't stay in a soulless hotel (which we nearly did and only changed our minds at the last minute). I didn't meet Shannon but the arrangements for collecting the keys were simple and convenient and she has a folder of very detailed information in the house which is very useful.