Michel was the best host! The apartment was all that I needed, fridge, full stove w/pots, pans, dishes and sinks! I am very picky about my food and travel with many food items and was happy to have the proper facilities to store/use them. I can't say enough about the grounds of the house if you are a nature lover! I have spent most days and every evening in her wonderful back yard garden or on the front porch. The neighborhood is very friendly and there is a real sense of community. So much so, that I extended my stay for another week! Other notable perks, fresh fruit, tomatoes and flowers in the room as well as tea & honey. All products in the apartment are environmentally friendly. Michel is also a wealth of information about the city and overall great to converse with anytime you are open to that and very respectable of your privacy if you are not open to socialize. The location is fabulous, a quick walk to neighborhood restaurants & stores, City Park for a great workout and The French Quarter--I love walking, so I didn't use public transportation for any of these things. With all of that being said, the greatest thing about my time here is the ENERGY--there is an upbeat, life giving energy around Michel, her property and this entire neighborhood. The animals are all friendly, the birds seem to sing louder, the butterfly's are great in number and the cats you see in the neighborhood speak to you with a great meow ;) Michels is definitely in my top 3 places to stay whenever I am in New Orleans alone...it is a home away from home. I highly recommend staying here--you may find yourself extending your stay in New Orleans as well or toying with the idea of relocating to this neighborhood.