GARDEN District Magic- In my mind, this is what I always felt Airbnb.com would be. The chance to stay in a house, be welcomed as a friend and be able to stay in a location, that before, I would walk by and say, "oh neat, that home would be cool to see inside!".
Adrienne and Bill are great hosts, making sure you know the area around you, the house history and the ins and outs of the house. Adrienne offered wonderful communication, before and during the stay. The open house is shared with guest and friends, and you are welcomed in. I imagine all social types are welcome here. They have two wonderful dogs and are very mellow and sweet.
The house is an alive temple of life, art and travel. The eclectic life they have lived is there decor. Each room is an ever unfolding experience of art, music, symbology, research and anthropology adventure. You are welcome to enjoy the common spaces and no once did I feel odd to be in the house.
The second and third floor are surrounded with books. Old books, new books, technical books, spiritual books, novels, poetry, metaphysical topics, and it goes on. Again, a living library.
The architecture offers wonderful touches: stained glass, ornate crown molding, Pocket doors and warm wood. The areas I got to see were lovey.
The plumbing is that of an older home, being on the third floor, water took time to heat up and you must be conscious about the toilet. Yet the electrical is updated and no issues I saw. Amazing that the old wooden floors and stairs hardly make a sound.
Easy street parking. Amazing location. Street car is short 2 blocks and the fun Magazine St also 2 blocks away with non touristy food and shops. Plus, the wonderful Garden District! That alone is a destination full of amazing homes to view. We had cold, rainy weather, and didn't walk as much a we like to.
I'll be back I hope. Wonderful home, neat people, great location and a totally unique stay! Just reserve the room if your looking, an adventure awaits!