Staying at Rachel's place was a breeze! We had a great stay in her spacious 2-bedroom apartment. The beds were comfy, and the living room/dining room were really big with two couches and a table for 4. It was great to have a full kitchen, and access to the patio. If it had been warmer, we would definitely have hung out there.
Many of the neighbors on the street have dogs, who like to say hello, but never kept us up. We found street parking everyday with no issue. We took our rental car into the French Quarter, but were able to easily navigate the Garden District neighborhood, and its many walking distance coffee shops, restaurants, and retail stores.
I highly recommend staying with Rachel the next time you find yourself in New Orleans. Enjoy!