Where do I start? the Bywater is simply a lovely place and Carmen was a great host. Prior to my arrival, she answered all of my questions the same day I sent them.

Her description of the neighborhood and community is spot on. The French Quarter is not a stone's throw away from the house. It will take 30 minutes walking there and about 15 if you bike it. The bus really is right on the corner and another transportation alternative.

As for the 4 ladies I stayed with. We all felt super comfortable and happy with the stay. We walked around the Bywater and neighboring Marigny ( 15-20 min walk) alot. This neighborhood is oozing with charming houses and people. It was really refreshing to hear a "Good Morning" and "Good Evening" from friendly strangers ( living in NYC, that took some getting used to ha!).

I also have to echo alot of the other reviews, in that there are plenty of cool local places nearby. My favorite was The Joint ( a rustic local BBQ restaurant that also has killer strawberry margaritas).

Overall, I loved it here. It feels very "neighborhoody" per se. I am glad we opted for this option than staying in the Quarter. It was my first Airbnb experience and I would totally stay here again.