Cheryl is a Super- Hostess Extraordinaire!!!
She has a great sense of humor, and is wonderful in every way! We stayed at her Gumbo House - Mardi Gras styled - in New Orleans for 4 days, then left for a singing competition at the Smoothie Centre, New Orleans. We stayed at The Sheraton - Canal Street - for 6 days. Then we couldn’t wait to ‘get back home’ to her place for another soft landing for 3 glorious days! Her 2 ‘rescued dogs’ Bubba and Beefcake - were loving, gentle and adorable. She also has 2 cats who were always ‘pussyfooting’ around - and a 3rd that would show up every now and then. The little tabby was so affectionate. I fell in love with her. We even got to see (late at night) a visiting opossum - looking to eat the dry cat food a couple of times! The wild parrots and pigeons were lovely as well. She stocked the fridge with frozen hash browns, bacon and eggs, buns, etc. as well as cold beer and Coke too. And too many other wonderful things to even try and mention!! Amenities were abundant. There were gigantic towels for the pool and the shower/tub as well. If you are on this site you can see why we chose it! The pool was perfect at 94° the first day! It was also very cool having the dogs visit us. Chocolate treats on the table, snacks in the cupboard - Cheryl has thought of everything!! Even flashlights, and bicycles if you want to take a spin. She’s such a straight shooter - and I know she works day and night to keep her clientele happy and informed. The house is sparkling clean. I felt like she was a fourth sister – honestly (even though I already have a sister name Cheryl!). The beds are superbly comfy - and very cozy. I love to cook, and the kitchen was wonderfully appointed, with lots of dish cloths, towels, pots and pans, and many many spices.
The whole experience was superb.
Being from Ottawa, Canada, and having been to New Orleans before, (for 2 weeks - prior to Katrina), I thought I knew what to expect. Cheryl brought this experience to a whole new level. The best amenity in the Gumbo House is Cheryl. You ROCK girl - wish I lived closer - I’d be there all the time!
This Gumbo House Is a wonderful retreat. And treat! A safe place to come back to after all the touring, feasting, and experiences of New Orleans. Thank you again Cheryl, for the Safe haven you provide for your guests. A soft landing in a busy world. From a grateful client, north of the 49th! She is one in 1 million THANK YOU again. You are THE BEST!!!
Wendy Haycock
Marie Dean
Maryanne Reid