While I didn't have a lot of contact with Maria during my trip, I felt extremely welcome in the space. This bedroom/ bathroom is exactly as described. In an up and coming neighborhood with many great tucked away places that I would have never seen otherwise. As a female traveling alone, I felt comfortable walking around in the neighborhood during daylight hours. I did choose to take a cab or uber at night. I highly recommend this listing for anyone traveling to New Orleans! My favorite part: walking distance (7-10 minutes) to The Ruby Slipper: Marigny (go during morning happy hour and get a double mimosa)!