If you want a relatively genuine New Orleans experience, away from all the cliche, commercial stuff, but also close enough to it all, this is the place to stay. It's truly a vacation away from any destination.

I briefly met Matt upon arrival and was welcomed with genuine warmth and kindness. It was my first time traveling to New Orleans alone and I wanted to have a genuine experience, not a pt. 2 of my original, more touristy excursion to NOLA a few years prior.

Not only did Matt give me a thorough run down of entry in and out of the property, but he also provided guidance on neighboring areas, and responded to my requests diligently and successfully. Making myself at home was as intuitive in his space as I do in my own.

And all things considered, 90 degree weather, hazy skies and all, I had the best sleep I've had in months. The ceiling fan in the room keeps the room temperature perfect for sleep, and the shower room is addictive.

His guidebook to the City Park/Bayou area made it very easy for me to explore the local scenes around his streets. There are many accessible local restaurants and coffee shops to love. His house is a comfortable walking distance to City Park, which is truly another world in itself. There's plenty of interesting wild life in the park and in the area itself, so be mindful and respectful.

As a New Yorker, I love walking everywhere and anywhere. I didn't find it difficult or taxing to Google Map my way to the French Quarter from his place. It was a bit of a walk, roughly 30-40 minutes depending on one's speed and discretion, but only about a 10 minute Uber ride and just as easy via street car.

I truly look forward to staying in this location again.