A lovely little slice of NOLA. Paul was a great host, greating us personally, showing us the accommodation and being on hand to answer any questions. The cottage itself is gorgeous. It had me and my boyfriend imagining a former life where we ran away to NOLA, drank French 75s and danced/sang ragtime and jazz. Actually, that's pretty much what we did the weekend we stayed in Paul's cottage! Beautifully renovated with nods to the past, whimsical touches and modern amenities. There's even a little bureau with maps and pamphlets for local sites and attractions, paper and pens. Everything an out of town guest may need to find their way around.

The neighbourhood is definitely transitional, but I love that. Dive bars and soul food joints are minutes walk away. St. Roch Market, a great food hall in a restored building, is about 10 minutes walk and is definitely worth the trip for the oysters and the people watching (although it does raise questions about the 'benefits' of gentrification for nearby residents). And Faubourg Marigny and the French Quarter are just a hop, skip and a jump over the street car tracks that are being installed.

I loved my stay in this little cottage and would definitely recommend it.