I wanted to spend a little time in a neighborhood and home that had New Orleans authenticity, and I couldn't have found a better spot. Both Gino and his home are just lovely! The details of the home are old and charming, yet tasteful and clean at the same time.... you can feel the history in the home the second you walk in, with none of that dusty mustiness of your grandmother's attic ;) It's has all the space and amenities a couple or single traveler would need. I truly felt like I lived in the neighborhood during my stay and loved strolling around and experiencing all there is to see in the area. The restaurants, bars and shops nearby are also gems.... there's something for every palate and budget. I ended up meeting a couple in their 70s at one of the restaurants and the gentleman had taken dance lessons as a boy in the very room I was staying! As a host, I think anyone would be happy with Gino. He was very available to me when I had questions, was warm, friendly and funny, and gave me lots of tips and insight into the area (his family has been in New Orleans for generations). But I also get the sense that he will be as engaged or as absent as his guests would like him to be. My stay was everything I hoped for and more.