We’d wanted to visit New Orleans for years. We finally made it happen when a close friend chose this great city to celebrate a milestone birthday.

After viewing Georgia’s listing on Airbnb, we knew it would be the right choice. The shotgun home is amazing and allows you to live like a local. Classic Victorian motif, spacious, and charming, you will not be disappointed. Fully equipped kitchen, newly renovated bathroom, large dining/second bedroom, and living spaces ensure all guests experience comfort and privacy. It’s a very clean, relaxing retreat when you need a respite from tourist activities.

Georgia was an extremely gracious host, there to answer questions, provide advice, and even arrange transportation from and to the airport, with Carol, a United Cab driver.

The area surrounding Georgia’s home in the Faubourg Marigny has a great neighborhood feel, with the St. Roch Market just around the corner. We highly recommend you visit often.

Overall, we loved our time staying here and highly recommend it to anyone visiting New Orleans. We will return.

In addition, here is our take on a few of our favorite experiences:

St Roch Market – new renovated market with 10+ food stalls and bar. Excellent food and drinks! It is especially a treat during the daily happy hour.
Preservation Hall – a classic must-see. Three shows every night. Buy tickets in advance.
The Franklin – great restaurant/bar within a 10 min walk.
Cemetery tour – either St. Louis No. 1 or Lafayette No. 1, or both. Well worth the time.
Elizabeth’s for brunch – two words: praline bacon!