Jordan is a really welcoming, down-to-earth guy who was great about answering questions and communicating details of his space. Meeting him and his partner, Emily, and their dog, Gretzky, for gumbo was a fun side note to my stay.

The space is exactly as it appears in photos: newly renovated and very clean, plenty of room, with clean towels and linens. Jordan left fresh cut flowers, a 6-pack of local beer, and a large supply of coffee to enjoy as welcoming gifts. The shower is great, all major appliances also work great. The space is also equipped to heat in Winter or cool in Summer.

The neighborhood is on the rise but still in development. Several abandoned buildings on the street and surrounding area give it the appearance of being run down but it is safe. As always, keep alert at night and, in general, in smaller areas of town. There are a lot of great spots in the Treme area so being close is a big advantage. Having a car at your disposal is ideal to get in/out of the area but a quick cab or bike ride is all it takes to access the nearby French Quarter or the Marigny/Bywater areas of town.