The Parker-Bowles Mansion is an excellent place to stay! Both my girlfriend and I loved the home, and having lived in New Orleans before (just a few blocks from the PB Mansion in fact) I can attest that its in a wonderful location, safe to walk around in, and with a number of restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby (though a very different scene from the French Quarter!) Our hosts were both really nice people with lots of recommendations about things to see and places to eat nearby. Highly recommended.