I am a local who has been living in Texas for the past few years, and I needed to come home for a wedding. I chose this listing because it is close to the wedding and my friends' home, and because I'm very familiar with the area and know it to be safe.
The hosts: Within minutes of my arrival, Joanne and I learned that we have mutual friends – New Orleans is a small town! Even had that not been the case, Joanne and Margaret are lovely warm people and excellent hosts.
The space: The apartment is attached to the main house and is surrounded by a tall fence with an iron gate - quite secure. Parking is on-street but I never had trouble finding a space nearby. The apartment is a three room shotgun with a small sitting room, large bedroom, and large bathroom. There is no kitchen, but there is a mini fridge in the bathroom, stocked with water and Prosecco. The place was immaculate, and the bed was comfortable. It got quite cold while I was there, but the apartment was always warm and cozy. There are ceiling fans in the front two rooms if one gets too warm. Outside is a lovely patio.
The location: Bayou St. John is an old established neighborhood filled with funky coffee shops, grocers, wine bars, and restaurants, hip but quiet. There are tons of places within walking distance of this apartment. You do not need a car at all to get around here. The Esplanade bus is just a block away, and this will take you to the French Quarter, Canal Street, and Magazine Street. The City Park streetcar is a five minute walk and from this you can get to the Quarter, Aquarium, Insectarium, Garden District, universities, and zoo. The buses and streetcars run late, but I would recommend Uber or taxi cabs after dark. This apartment is also just two blocks from the fairgrounds, location of Jazz Fest, and I can't think of a better place to stay for that event.
The apartment has a small TV in the front room and a larger one in the bedroom with basic cable. Check out channel 15, which reruns the local news broadcast from the CBS affiliate 24 hours a day. Great way to get the latest on the weather (which was important to me on this trip).
Overall, I would recommend this place. I will stay there again if I can.