Hosts Paul and Marcie met us on arrival and took us through the use of security system and gave us some great tips on where to go to eat, see and play. This was great local knowledge that we would not have known about and their suggestions worked out well, especially Bacchanal Wine store and Bar. Make sure you visit Frenchmen Street and Willie Mae's fried chicken also.
The house has been freshly renovated and restored taking its historic value into account. They have done this very well while giving it some up to date luxury features as well. If you are choosing to stay here, please note that this house is in its original layout which is similar to a "shotgun" house where you need to move through some rooms to get to the next. Therefore if you are travelling with a group of friends you will need to be comfortable with someone walking through your room to get to theirs. Otherwise the facilities are great. Don't be put off by the predominantly African American neighbourhood (historically this was the first "free" neighbourhood in the USA) everyone was very friendly and helpful. Thank you to Paul and Marcie for their lovely hospitality.