Perfect place to spend our three nights in New Orleans. The apartment was immaculate, the bed was comfortable, the porch swing was indeed fantastic, and it was a treat to have a full kitchen of our own, stocked with all the basic dishes, cookware, and implements. Fantastic neighborhood - quiet, safe, lovely architecture, and great central location. We had some lovely walks along the Bayou, Esplanade Avenue, and to City Park, and up to Willie Mae's Scotch House too (DO IT!). Just a mile and a half or so to the Quarter, really anywhere in the city you'd want to go is a quick drive or bike ride. The convenience of being in central New Orleans, but without the occasional wafts of vomit smell and screaming co-eds of the Quarter.

Brooke and Eliot were perfect hosts - very friendly, provided everything we needed during our stay, but also respected our privacy. They gave us great food and music recommendations throughout our stay - lots of local tips off the beaten path we may not have found otherwise. They even let us bring our little dog, and offered us use of their bicycles. We really couldn't have asked for a better stay, and I've already recommended their place to a half-dozen friends. Can't wait to get back.

Pro tip - ask about the history of the apartment. Very interesting.