Samuel's place is well located. There is a good choice of bars, restaurants and cafes locally. We particularly liked the breakfasts at Surrey's.
It is a 30 minute walk to the edge of the French quarter though, if walking's not your thing, you are close to both buses and trams/trolleybuses into town or out to the Audubon zoo. There is a large Walmart nearby.
The flat itself is self-contained with all the amenities you could need.