What a comfortable and classy retreat from the city heat and bustle! House is conveniently located to explore the hip Marigny neighborhood that includes the live music Mecca of Frenchmen Street. The heart of the French Quarter is a walk of about 30 minutes, but we enjoyed the route, being able to scope out nice house and restaurants. The surrounding blocks near the house felt safe. It seems to be a modest neighborhood of shotgun houses that’s slowly gentrifying. Wear good walking shoes: the route between Marais Street and the French Quarter is marked by lumpy brick paving, occasional potholes and protruding tree branches. The host provides lots of nice touches: coffee maker, guide books, umbrellas, clothes iron and quality towels.