We really enjoyed staying at Michael's place. The location is only 2 blocks away from Frenchman quarter, which starts to give Burbon Str. a run for it's money regarding authentic music and great food. One evening we just stayed there! And 20min walking takes you all the way through the French Quarter. Super safe neighborhood, with walking to everywhere.
The backyard is wonderful, a quiet oasis of tranquil calm after a hectic Bourbon Str. night. The pool is lovely located and relaxing (it's "heated" but we found the whirl pool was not hot enough to soak at end of October, though) and water fountains provide relaxing background sound.
The place was used once by a celebrity chef (I won't give away who) and there are his cook books lying out that we perused with great interest.
The kitchen is full equipped, coffee maker and(!) throthing espresso machine, Michael provided free coffee, milk and sugar. Great service!
Electronic door locks allow all guests to come back as they wish withough stressing overa a single key that most Abnb's provide.
Only downside: the appt. is quite dated and goes back to the seventies(?), while bathroom and parts of kitchen are newly renovated, the appt overall shows it's age (windows and shutters for example). No big deal if you're out and about a lot but it's not super modern or very new.
All told - we had a great time and can recommend Michael's place. Thanks for listening/reading : )