The apartment was as nice as we'd expected from the pictures - like being in a lakeside cabin. They have thought of everything. NOLA was really cold with humidity so we cocooned part of the time. We'll have to return to read more of the books. Great shower, good heaters in both room and bathroom. BTW, the area looks industrial from photos but it's not. Cool old building on opposite corner is now a school with lots of pickup and dropoff during school hours - the private parking was invaluable. The rest of the block is residential. Lots of great restaurants within walking distance.