A whimsical studio apartment with a courtyard, ideally situated close to St Charles Avenue. Lovely little touches such as WWOZ playing on a vintage-style radio when we arrived and a packet of "French Truck" coffee from a nearby coffee shop instantly gave a sense of place. Kristen obviously has a great eye for design and has created a feeling of timelessness, gentle decay and "shabby chic". Loved the artfully lit courtyard - so atmospheric for an evening drink from the well-stocked refrigerator. Somehow we felt we were native New Orleanians. And a great welcome from super host Kristen.