Those looking for an authentic experience one can only have in New Orleans, you've found a gem. The house is immaculate with high ceilings, a lovely good size bath, large living room that holds two full-size couches with room to spare. My favorite room is the kitchen, large, open with good light and stocked with cooking tools! If I needed anything, (which I didn't and we cook a lot), the host Kathleen made herself available always. One of the few vacation homes I've stayed in that just has good vibes. I always felt safe and the neighbors are cool cats. Once in a while, you'll hear them playing guitar and fiddle on their front porch! A mini-serenade.
The neighborhood is now my favorite in Nola. Knocks the socks off the Garden district if you're looking to hang out with Nola-born locals, and you are literally surrounded by some of the best food on the planet, so it's a good thing Kathleen's place has a gym within a short two-minute walk. For restaurants, try Biscuits and Buns on Banks -- knock your socks off delicious. Grab some seafood at Bevi just up the street, and do use the Nola local grocer Rouses! They're excellent. I explored the cemeteries around the house (there are a ton!) and Kathleen gave me some insider tips on fun local hangouts.
Now, my favorite part of this vacation rental is by and far Kathleen herself. You have a question about Nola, ask Kathleen. She's a gem for travelers and I wish she could be my full-time neighbor! She greeted me warmly and like family every day. She offered to walk our dog (my Great Dane) while my husband and I explored local museums. She brought us some famous King Cake that melted in my mouth! I mean, she's a keeper. She's a blast, and Kathleen is who makes this rental a tried and true New Orleans experience.
There's laundry on-site, stellar wifi, so many activities that I can't remember them all, and a beautiful person to guide you. And, that Nola food. I missed it the very day that we left, and if Kathleen's place is available, we won't consider anything else when we come back.