This was my second visit to New Orleans, the first being over 15 years ago, so it was a treat. Before, it was a business conference so we stayed in a hotel on the other side of the French Quarter. This trip we ended up staying on the flip side, living among the locals. For those who are not familiar with NO (like us) make sure this is what you want if taking a long trip. While the house is 4-5 blocks from the edge of French Quarter. . . . it is a big area, and if you want to go to the casino, Riverwalk, the French Market or the bustling downtown area away from the historic section, you will do more walking than you probably want, or have to pay a lot for parking a car. In the course of 3-4 days we spent 100+ dollars parking because we just couldn't walk 10-12 blocks or more to town and back one way.
The home itself was a very typical shotgun house in NO and was well stocked with everything you will need for your stay - no worries! I enjoy seeing life from the eyes of those who live in a city, so it was nice to experience. The businesses and restaurants nearby are small mom and pop local stores. Keep in mind the house goes straight back, so you are walking through den to kitchen to bedroom to bedroom to bathroom . . .
Some cities are like no other, and New Orleans is one of them. Great to be back for a few.