Our trip to New Orleans was to finish filming a low-budget independent feature film and David's Airbnb was geographically ideal for us to access our primary filming locations. Moreover, there was a kitchen to prepare breakfast and access to a washer/dryer which was critical for wardrobe.

Although I have been an Airbnb host for more nearly two years, this was my first time as an Airbnb guest. The house is in a very good location and on the streetcar line which made getting around very easy. They are not particularly quiet, especially if you are staying in one of the rooms closest to the street. Earplugs are a good idea for light sleepers.

It is important to note that the floorplan of this house is a classic New Orleans shotgun. If you don't know what that is, Google it. In short, there are no hallways and in order to get from the front of the house to the back, you must pass through every room, including bedrooms. Even if you don't know your travelling companions well at the start of the trip, you'll know them quite well at the end.

David lives right next door, but all communication was initially through the property manager who would relay requests and questions to the owners and then get back to us with the response. In all cases, the hosts were responsive, but the need to communicate through the property manager seemed a bit cumbersome.

Also note that while the property has two beds accommodating 4 people, the fifth person is relegated to an antique sofa in the front room which is short and as might be expected not remarkably comfortable. Pack an air mattress.

If you plan to cook in be sure your are preparing simple meals as the kitchen lacks some basic cookware and utensils which may be rectified since that was called to the host's attention.

All in all the cast and crew who stayed here had already bonded on the first part of the shoot and made the space work. Be aware that there is no real workspace provided, so if you're working on the road this might not be an ideal choice for you.

Internet was fast and reliable which was helpful.