If you want to stay in a real New Orleans neighborhood, convenient to the quarter but removed from the crazy, stay here. Bywater is pleasant, quiet, but has some gems of its own in terms of restaurants and hang-outs. Adam's house is clean, attractive and easy to settle into: the room was just what I needed during a busy week. And yes, it's private: there's a long hallway connecting all the rooms, so a guest could even sleep late if they chose.

Getting into the city is easy: you're a block away from the Riverwalk, which is beautiful, and about 20 minutes by foot from Frenchman Street. I borrowed a bike and got around at night quickly and safely.

This was my first Airbnb experience in which I shared the house with my host. I can't imagine anyone who would could make that arrangement work better than Adam. He's friendly, helpful, and relaxed. I never felt I was 'intruding'. Be respectful and considerate of house rules, and you'll fit right in.