As a newbie to New Orleans, I wanted to get a taste of down-home culture and feel like a local. Joshua didn't disappoint.
The house is located directly across the street from an upscale grocery store which offers both staples and gourmet selections.
Upon entering the court yard, I love how the meandering garden (which includes colorful patio lights, artful murals and decorative porch swings, air chairs, and patio furnature snuggled in the nooks and crannies of the tropical shrubbery) sets the stage. The various textures and color palates and themed photos patterened throughout the home, beautifully compliments and accentuates it's apparent pre-existing old-world design while encorporating a subtle a Mardi Gras flair. And it doesn't end there! A fully stocked cooking and coffee area helps one transcend the bustle of the busy tourist city that this house is cozily nestled in.
Joshua bought the house 7 years ago and has completely transformed it, creating a beautiful nexus and sense of place making this guest-house a great place to relax and refresh before and after hitting the streets of New Orleans.
I can't say enough about the accommodations such as "come as early or as late as you would like" to an invitation to text him with any need that would arise. After we checked out, Joshua, rescued my stray shirt and left it available for safekeeping to pick up at my leisure and even offered to mail it to save me a trip!
If you want a cozy place to call home for a few days whilst getting a great feel for being a local in New Orleans on the outskirts of the French Quarter, Joshua's home is the perfect stop. To say we were blessed during our stay at his establishment is an understatement to say the least!