I stayed for three nights in April and had a wonderful time! Huckabuck Village is even more charming in person than it seems on the website. So much eclectic character! Plus, despite the beautifully historic nature of the house, the kitchen and all the facilities are updated and modern -- no loose wiring or drippy shower or toilet-flushing problems like I've had in other old houses. My room and bathroom were both very comfortable, and everything was laid out with such hospitality and thoughtfulness. I was in New Orleans for a conference on the other side of the French Quarter. It was a little longer of a walk in the morning than I had expected, but with all the great food I ate, I needed the exercise. But it's much shorter of a walk to get to the near end of the French Quarter. I just wish I could have stayed longer, and spent more time in the house. I really enjoyed talking with Liberty in the wonderfully shady courtyard -- she was such a great hostess, and also a great source for local flavor and history, not to mention music recommendations! The breakfast spread was nice, with many kinds of breads and pastries and jams and fruit, plus cheese and juice. Luckily for me, Pops was an early riser -- or at least, was kind enough to say he was -- so he was always waiting for me in the morning with a fresh pot of coffee and some conversation before I left for work.

No homestay is perfect for everyone, of course. You should know that the stairway to the second floor is pretty long, not to mention the walk to the closest restaurant, so if you have difficulties walking, this might not be the place for you. You should also realize that it's not in a touristy neighborhood, but in the *real* Treme'. This means walking on some broken sidewalks, past a few overgrown lots and houses in disrepair, and taking a taxi home rather than walking if you're staying out too late. That said, all the people I encountered in the neighborhood were very friendly and greeted me nicely, and I felt comfortable getting around and really fell in love with the whole area.

I hope to find an excuse to return to New Orleans soon, and would definitely stay in Huckabuck Village again if I could!