Karen's B&B is a pinnacle of hospitality in a city already known for great hospitality. She really went out of her way to make her guests feel at home, whether it was offering sunscreen on a sunny parade day, helping me come up with a fix when my bag split, or just telling us great stories and sharing fantastic food tips. It definitely felt like staying with a good friend, and I haven't even mentioned the food. The breakfasts were FANTASTIC, homey and superbly cooked. You can definitely tell Karen runs a cooking school!
The ferry was running perfectly when we were there for Mardi Gras season, and for just $2 a person you have a lovely trip across the water to the heart of New Orleans. Being away from the craziness of Mardi Gras in the city and being able to experience a quieter side of New Orleans was fantastic, and the ride each morning across the Mississippi was actually a great way to start each day.
I highly recommend staying at Karen's B&B. It was a wonderful home away from home!