The cottage was absolutely perfect, exactly what I was looking for. I'm a walker and I'm not too much of a partier so this was perfect. Far enough away from the quarter to be pretty quiet, but close enough to walk (right off of Rampart). If you aren't a walker... It was a block away from the streetcar line that could take you just about anywhere.
The rooms were clean and comfortable. I loved the water fountain because that's my drink of choice! Really convenient.
The locked courtyard gate added an extra sense of security. It is my understanding that the neighborhood is in the early stages of gentrification so it's just on the border of seeming sketchy.... But I walked everywhere at all hours of the day and night and never once felt threatened.
Also wanted to say that Paul went above and beyond as a host to helo me out with a travel crisis. Without his help my trip would have been ruined! He's the best.