Fantastic stay in this charming, authentic New Orleans home and neighborhood. Great decor. Very comfortable. Loved the courtyard and enjoyed the tranquility it provided. There was a friendly cat there. Easy walk to some great food and music on and around Frenchman St. , a lively, neighborhood where locals come to have a good time. This was a nice change from the French Quarter. We enjoyed Horns for its quirky vibe and excellent food. Also, the Ruby Slipper cafe and Maison. Conveniently, Pauger St. where we stayed, becomes Bourbon St. While it was far enough away to be quiet, it was only a 15 minute walk to the action. Also, we preferred the beignets at Cafe Beignet to the Cafe du Monde. Try them both and see for yourself. The home was also convenient to the St. Claude line which takes you to a new hotspot for foodies, St. Roch Market. Other restaurants that are a must try are Port of Call on Esplanade, easy walk with great burgers and vibe. Also, AWESOME BBQ at The Joint in the Bywater, about an 8 minute Uber. We got there by 6pm and beat the rush with people lined up out the door for an hour while we sat and ate.
Jeremy was an excellent host and met us soon after arrival. He and his wife live in the building. He was super accessible. He provided his cell info and texted us many useful suggestions including places we could enjoy live music with our 14 year old son.
DO NOT MISS seeing at least one show at Preservation Hall in the French Quarter. This was the best thing we did in NOLA. Grab a Hurricane or your drink of choice and get there 45 minutes before to get a seat on the floor cushions in front. You will not have a more authentic jazz experience anywhere. The venue is intimate and feels like you've stepped back in time to the birth of jazz. General admission tickets are only 20 bucks. Don't waste 50 bucks for the reserved seats. Just grab a drink and get in line. You won't be sorry. I promise you. .