Neighborhood and neighbors (including the host) are really kind, hospitable, and full of knowledge about the neighborhood and the city! The host's tips on restaurants we're fabulous! The location is great -- just behind (bock and a half north of) St. Roch Market. Sure, some things / some houses and other buildings are a bit worn or down at the heels, but that is simply part of NOLA (everywhere) and a big part of its uniqueness and it's ineffable charm. The crew (mostly older, born-and-raised in or near the neighborhood) of residents who meet to chat, socialize, listen to music, grill, and watch the life of the street pass by in the boulevard median are all very friendly, kind-hearted, curious, and knowledgeable persons). Neighborhood folks do play music, but are very respectful about turning it low at 9:00-10:00 pm (on weekends), and off by 10:00-11:00. Plus the music is really good -- R&B, blues, hip-hop, disco, rock, jazz, soul -- all well-curated and played over a great-sounding system! The bikes that come with the rental are a great asset! Stylishly and elegantly furnished shotgun home with bare white walls and really high ceilings.