Rita's little guesthouse was a wonderful place to come home to each night as we explored New Orleans. It's quite small but makes admirable use of the space -- my boyfriend and I kept remarking that it felt like we were inside a ship or an elaborate treehouse! For us, that was a real positive. All of the windows, especially upstairs, make it airy and pleasant despite the size. The magical little garden outside also extended the living space. The details of the house were high quality, and clearly Rita took care with every decision. That made us feel totally comfortable in the space.

The neighborhood is great. I always felt safe. There are fantastic restaurants and bars within walking distance, both in Bywater and Marigny. I can't say enough about the location!

A few notes to other travelers--this is definitely a space for one person or a couple, it would be very tight quarters for two friends trying to find budget accommodations. Unfortunately there are also freight trains sounding horns multiple times during the day and night. Nothing Rita can do about that, but it's good to know if you're a light sleeper. It did wake me up a lot.