Powell's house is lovely, with a big porch on the front and many beautiful and giant plants, both in front of the house and in the backyard. These include what I think is a banana tree, two giant tufts of bamboo, and even a little pineapple plant (omg!). The room to stay in is enormous, with high-ceilings that kept us cool and fresh all night. The bathroom is also spacious and everything was immaculately clean.
The neighborhood is really convenient. Powell is located just a few blocks away from the Esplanade where you can walk down into the French Quarter. If you walk in the other direction there is a more residential area with cute homes. On that corner there's several quick food spots, including this one place called Buttermilk Drop which was straight fire, and a gas station where you can get Gatorade which you will probably need if you eat as much seafood as I did (goddang that one raw oyster) and if you drink as much alcohol as is common for tourists to do in New Orleans.
Powell is very responsive and made everything a cinch. I highly recommend.