Lydia's place is right on Bayou St. John, and is -- to me as a NOLA native -- pretty much quintessential New Orleans. You're in one of the most lush neighborhoods in NOLA, with green everywhere; I like to call this side of NOLA a "cultivated jungle". :) You're a couple of blocks from the wonderful City Park, complete with the NO Museum of Art, the world class Katz & Besthoff Sculpture Garden, and Morning Call, where 24-hr a day, you can get beignets and an assortment of classic New Orleans dishes. You're also just a couple of blocks from one of the best streets in NOLA, Esplanade, complete with parks, restaurants, and great old Italian groceries. The home itself is typical old New Orleans apartment. It's clean and nicely renovated, but you feel like you're staying in a place that has a history. If you're looking to feel like a local for your stay, stay here.