Nick's art-filled oasis, was exactly that, it is a lovely refuge in the middle of an area in transition, being gentrified, with construction all around. The construction commenced early every morning, and floodlights lit the street ( and your rooms if you don't draw the shades) at night, presumably to ward off vandalism. The home itself is lovely and well appointed and spacious, with a pool in the back, that is supposed to be heated. Host Nick was very responsive to our messages. Our group of 7 adults had a great time. The house is about two blocks from St. Charles Street and the streetcar and, as we were there during Mardi Gras season, we saw numerous parades from there. It is also about a 20 minute walk to the French Quarter and about the same to the excellent World War II museum and the heart of the Garden District.