Carmen & Steve have a fabulous place with a lot of extra touches like a cabinet full of Zapps in the kitchen, plenty of towels in the bathroom, and a New Orleans record collection in the living room. The flow of the house worked really well for my wife and me and the other couple who stayed with us. We had a sense of our own space even through the house is a shotgun. I didn't get to meet Carmen, but Steve was a great host. I chatted with him a few times and could tell he has the best interests of his guests in mind. If you're looking for a quiet alternative to the French Quarter, the location can't be beat! There are plenty of food and drink options in the neighborhood and Carmen & Steve provide a list to every amenity you could need. We ate and drank at Bacchanal, the Joint, Vaughan's and Elizabeth's (twice) during our stay. I'll definitely be staying here on future trips to New Orleans.