I'm an Airbnb host myself, so I probably took a more thorough and critical look at the space than most people would. I was delighted in all respects. It's a beautiful place to stay and it's an extremely good value.
The photographs honestly don't convey how large and how nice the property is. The house has a very good and comfortable "feel" about it - tall ceilings, comfortable furniture, cozy bed linens, ... If you're looking for an authentic neighborhood experience in a classic New Orleans in-town home, you'll find it here. Before I left this morning, I took my coffee and a book out to the courtyard and relaxed with birds calling and the fountain gurgling the background. And I took advantage of the offer of fresh navel oranges - very fresh oranges. I picked them from that tree you see in the photo, in the back right corner of the garden.
A 400-yard walk from Francoise's house will take you to dozens of interesting restaurants, bars, shops, and galleries. That section of Magazine Street is one of my favorite areas in New Orleans. There's a rich and satisfying mixture of chic, funky, artsy, and down-home folksy with a generous topping of friendly.
Francoise was away traveling during my visit, but if her two friends who were house sitting are any indication, I'm certain she's an outstanding host.