Shannon made it very simple for us by leaving keys in a lock box. The information booklet was very helpful. The home was very inviting, spacious, and well appointed. The kitchen was well equipped making it easy for us to cook in. My son was moving to the Bywater neighborhood and this was a great place to stay. It is close the French Quarter, but I would not consider it to be walking distance. Bywater is a very eclectic hipster area with good restaurants and bars.