My friend and I are so glad we chose to stay at Lance's place rather than a hotel. It was wonderful having two bedrooms - not to mention a kitchen and living space - for the same price we would have paid for a hotel out by the airport. Staying in town we felt we really experienced the city. The place, like most of New Orleans, is very old and it shows in small ways throughout the apartment. For me that added to the charm. I was very impressed at how sparkling clean the place was, particularly for not being "new". It was also very quiet - quieter than my own house and neighborhood! One thing to note - there is a window AC unit in the living area and in one bedroom. I was in the bedroom without a unit and was concerned that I would be hot. I was actually very comfortable and we both slept very well. That said, if you are someone that generally "runs hot" you may want to negotiate with your travel companions to get the room with the AC unit. Of course, this would only be a concern in the very hottest months of the year.

In New Orleans you will find that many neighborhoods are eclectic - with one block or street being affluent and the next being a little on the shady side. I would say this location is no different. We were two women alone and we never felt unsafe - but neither did we choose to wander the streets after dark. That was more out of common sense than any fear that the neighborhood was unsafe. Every neighbor we saw smiled and waved. We felt welcome.

We didn't cook as we wanted to experience all the wonderful food of the city. Had we wanted to, the kitchen was well stocked with equipment to prepare just about anything. There were plenty of linens and even some water waiting for us in the fridge. The only things you may want to add to your suitcase is shampoo, conditioner and a blow dryer.

Lance responded to all inquiries promptly and politely - arrival and departure were smooth. We were ecstatic with our stay and have already been talking about reserving this place again the next time we can visit NOLA.