I loved staying at Thomas's place. The apartment is cute and comfortable, with everything you'd need for a short or long stay. The neighborhood is really nice, and there are lots of options for getting downtown or into the French Quarter: a bus stop at the end of the block (my preferred option!), a quick ten dollar uber, or a pleasant (depending on the weather!) 20 to 30 minute walk. Overall, I would definitely recommend both the Garden District as a base for exploring New Orleans, and Thomas's loft in particular!