Chris was a very warm and welcoming host, and very understanding of my travel difficulties prior to my late arrival. Their home is gorgeous, with a harmonious mix of vintage and modern style with attention to detail. The night time lighting is soft and cozy. Even the shower head made bathing wonderful. The bed is extremely comfortable, and the linens of very high quality. Me and my girlfriend slept so well the first night, we awoke full of energy for exploring. The neighborhood is cool and low key, and Chris has all the options outlined in a comprehensive guide book. Although we could only spend one actual day wandering New Orleans, he checked in occasionally via text to make sure we were ok. This is the kind of experience that makes me stay away from hotels. We can't wait to return to Rive Chansons for a longer visit.