I lived in this AirBnb for a whole month AMA
I always like to start my reviews with a bit of background since all reviews are somewhat subjective based on the identity of the reviewer. I am a 35 year old single male professional who works in finance. You might call me a “finance bro”. I have been to over 100 countries around the world and stayed in everything from Castles in Switzerland to hostels in Southeast Asia.
It had always been a lifetime dream of mine to be in NOLA for Mardis Gras. After an extensive search, I settled on renting 737 Eleonore which I rented for the month of February. Unfortunately, Mardis Gras did not happen this year as normal. Nonetheless, I decided to come anyway and experience NOLA as a local would for a month. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made.
This house is spectacular in its layout, amenities, tasteful (if cheesy) décor, and location. Living here you feel like you are part of a community. There is a rhythm to the neighborhood and to life in NOLA that is unlike anywhere else on the planet. You see families, retired people, and single working folks all experiencing a common culture and living their lives. Edward, the host, is very hands off and relaxed, but available at the drop of a hat if you need anything. You can tell that he has an eye for detail in the way that the house is stocked and kept in immaculate condition.
Layout: The house is a great setup for a weekend couples getaway or trip among friends/extended family. The downstairs living room and kitchen are perfect for chilling with friends. Bring your own Bluetooth speaker to play tunes (At reasonable volume! This is a family neighborhood!), and you are set. The only major negative on the lay out is that there is only one bathroom upstairs. That being said, the upstairs bathroom is very spacious and allows for multiple people to get ready for dinner in it at one time. There are three full bathes, but two of them are downstairs where there is only the one master bedroom. This is a minor inconvenience, but something to account for. Another small issue is the noise on Magazine. If you are a light sleeper, I would not recommend sleeping in the master bedroom. When buses go by on Magazine, it literally shakes the whole house.
Amenities: Ed has this place stocked with everything you would need to cook a big meal other other than perishables and spices. The wine fridge is an outstanding touch that is perfect for getting your wine (which you can buy up the street at Whole Foods or NOLA Wine Merchant) the right temperature for dinner (corkage is generally $20-$25 at most places). There is a hair curler and blow dryer in the master bath.
Décor: Ed didn’t exactly flex creative juices when decorating this place, but it will definitely get you in the NOLA mood. The instruments on the wall, jazz fest posters, and cable car photos set the vibe just right.
Location: And now we arrive at the big show. This spot is literally a perfect location. You are 15-20 min from French Quarter. Short walk to the Street Cars on St Charles. And just six blocks from Audobon Park (jogging trails, the Zoo, lake, tea room, etc). But honestly, why go anywhere? Avo across the street is phenomenal Italian. Bistro Daisy is straight fire and very reasonable for fine dining. Clancy’s, Guy’s/Domilsse’s for Po Boys, Picnic for fried chicken. Monkey Hill, Dos Jefe’s, or St Joe’s for drinks. You have it made in the shade up here in Uptown! No point in leaving. This is the real New Orleans. The real Big Easy and Ed and his place make the Big Easy even easier! If you must leave, then you’ve got a ton of different routes for getting into the Quarter or Warehouse District that will let you avoid any major traffic snafus. Also, I have never waited more than 10 minutes for an uber here.
Conclusion: This is the best AirBnB in Uptown if you want to live like a local and experience New Orleans everyday life. The value is outstanding. Rent this place. You will not regret it.