While we very much enjoyed our time in New Orleans at Melissa’s place, it was not what we expected in terms of modern and renovated. It is also smaller than we thought. The bed is within 3 ft of the front door. It is fine as a place to sleep while you spend most of your time being a tourist or working, but a clawfoot tub with curtains all around, no light but a tall lamp in the bathroom, no heat except space heaters, a toilet with a slow leak that makes it necessary to flush again after waiting for the tank to refill, a temperamental ceiling fan that only works sometimes, are not what we consider "modern" and "renovated." There is a full workable kitchen, but it is not "modern." The location is very good. We did not even rent a car, and walked to the trolley stop every day. We recommend getting a Jazzy pass for the number of days you are in New Orleans through the Le Pass App. This gives you unlimited use of the trolleys, busses, and ferry for less than $3/day.