Folwell and Lucia shotgun house in the Bywater neighborhood was the perfect home base for our exploration of New Orleans.
The house itself is very comfortable and much more spacious than we expected it to be with high ceilings and an open flow from room to room. The interiors are newly renovated and very clean. The design is sleek and modern but thoughtful and cozy at the same time. Every room has a mantle that adds to the charm of the place. The kitchen is done in this cool sort of industrial style, and has all new, high end appliances - including a washer and dryer that turned out to be very convenient after we were caught in a rainstorm. We would love to live in this house!
Folwell and Lucia are very accommodating hosts. They checked in from time to time and gave us extra towels and hangers when we needed them. They also provided us with a plethora of information on local restaurants and things to do.
Bywater is a very cute sort of hipster-ish neighborhood. There are a number of great spots within walking distance of the house. We got our coffees every morning at Satsuma up the block. The Country Club (fun brunch) and Markeys bar are pretty much across the street. We had an amazing dinner at Oxalis which is also just up the street. We liked Elizabeth's for a true southern style breakfast and praline bacon! Bacchanal is a Bywater must with a beautiful setting and live music daily. There really is no shortage of awesome options in the neighborhood.
The bikes that come with the rental are the perfect way to get around. The day we arrived we biked all the way to the French Quarter which is only 15 minutes away.
We loved staying here, and Folwell and Lucia's home gave us a real authentic Nola experience. We can't wait to come back!