Nic & Steve were honestly ideal hosts, very helpful, and communication was always pleasant and timely. I've stayed in quite a few BnB's over the years and I have to say, the 4 weeks I spent in their space was the most at home I have ever felt during my experiences renting through this service. They were very hospitable and welcoming which was much appreciated considering I am 21 year old staying in a city known for it's nightlife and partying. Never once did I feel like I was treated differently due to my age, which was very refreshing considering the circumstances.
The house itself is a shotgun style house with Nic & Steve living in right next door which proved to be helpful in many ways, however if you plan to be loud and rowdy I could see this being a draw back. Fortunately the WiFi was fast and reliable as there is no TV. The interior of the house is simple but with every amenity you could need, plenty of towels, sheets, blankets, lotions, basically anything you could think of as far as bath supplies was stocked in abundance. The dining and cooking supplies were above and beyond as well, although I can't say I did a ton of cooking, you would have plenty to work with.
As for the neighborhood, it seemed to me to be very safe I spent a lot of time outside exploring during my time and never had any problems. That being said, as with anywhere in New Orleans, you should be aware of your surroundings especially while strolling far from home at night. However, I never felt like I was in any danger during my walks, while lounging outside on the front porch late at night, even during my many late night beer runs. Never once felt uncomfortable or had any negative experiences.
If you're looking for a place to stay in NOLA I would highly recommend giving Nic & Steve's spot a look, you get a real feel for the city and in my opinion a very authentic experience of life here. Perfect for a solo trip to the city, I had a great time and struggle to think of any complaints.