This place is great. Looks exactly like the pictures. The ceilings and doorways are lower than you might expect, but shouldn't be a problem unless you're 6-foot-3 or taller.
The value is amazing and the location is nice. It's right on the Bayou St. John, which is far enough away from the French Quarter that you don't feel like a tourist, and close enough that you can get to all the action via a 10-minute car ride, or a 20-minute bike ride. As a plus, Lydia has bicycles that she lets you use!
Lydia is a stellar host. She was extremely attentive, showing us around when we arrived and offering us tips about hot spots in the neighborhood. She is prompt when replying to texts and even left us a bottle of champagne when we arrived! It got frightfully cold during our stay, and she offered to install a heating device in the apartment to supplement the one that was already provided. Really above and beyond!
I try to stay at a different place each time I visit New Orleans, but I would definitely stay at Lydia's again.