The neighborhood is really nice: Bywater on a side, Fauburg Marigny on the other. Cannot get much more New Orleans than that!
Frenchman Street and all its music is within walking distance (around 10 mins), and I walked gladly to the french quarter too( around 20 mins) and loved every block of the walk. Locals seem very friendly.
Bikes are provided anyhow.
Never felt anything less than safe even at night (but well I'm a big guy ;) ).
As per the house it is just what you need to make it your base camp and go explore!(The backyard is very nice too)
The host(s) and the cat have been extremely cool and helpful.
Thank you Jennifer!