Our Get-Away to the Big-Easy

Guest: JU (Louisville, KY)
Date of Stay: 09/05/11 Review Submitted: 10/21/11

Four sisters and my best friend stayed in this wonderful house.When we went touring New Orleans, we would be excited about going " HOME" as we called it. It truly was a home away from home and we hope to go and stay there the next trip down south. I would say it rated definately excellent. Judy Knight

Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.

What a great place

Guest: Billy (Ohio)
Date of Stay: 06/24/11 Review Submitted: 06/28/11

1st of all, we were in New Orleans for a family wedding, and I was looking for a place that where several of my famility members could stay together. The house was, to say the least, well above our expectations. The pictures are great, but they don't do it justice. The rooms are large, beds are comfortable, bathrooms are great. Except, for food andf personnal items we didn't need anything. It was provided. We used the laundry facilities, dishwasher, internet. Everything was great! The back porch was relaxing and comfortable, even in the New Orleans heat. The location is just off St Claude Ave which runs directly into North Rampart which is in the French Quarter. Maybe a 10-15 Minute drive depending on traffic.There are plenty places to get whatever you may need within the Arabi community. And all within a couple miles of the house. There are several historical sites within just a few miles of this area, such as the Battle of New Orleans. Arabi is on the French Quarter side of the city, so you don't have to drive through the congested areas to get there. It actually is easy in and out. The river is literally 3-4 bolcks from the house. It's great! Well, we had a great time and this house just added to it. We hated to leave! I would suggest this place for any families, or larger groups of people. You are close enough to New Orleans to get to anywhere in a short period of time. It is a much better place to stay than areas closer to the Metairie. Safety: At no time, when we were in the community or around the house, did we ever feel unsafe coming or going. The area is no different than a normal urban suburb. If you still have any concerns then there are a couple Sherriff's deputies that also live in the neighborhood. The owners were great to deal with and if we go back I hope this house is still available.

Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Awesome house

Guest: Ashanti (Dallas, Tx)
Date of Stay: 01/28/11 Review Submitted: 02/01/11

I recently stayed at the Dimitrios House in Arabi, and I am sooo glad I did! The house was a perfect choice for my group! First off, the house is so cute. It comes FULLY equipped with everything you'd need, including pots, pans, plates, cups, Internet access, trash bags, etc. It's very spacious, so there's lots of places to relax. The rooms are gorgeously decorated, and the beds are very comfy. Secondly, the house is very conveniently located. The Arabi Food Store is minutes down the street. We walked there several times. Let me tell you...this place was great! The food was very yummy, and the customer service was impeccable. The owners made us feel very welcome! Additionally, there's a Dollar General less than 5 minutes away by car. Lastly, the airport is 30 minutes away, and pretty easy to get to. The French Quarter is 15 min away. This is really a great home. The neighborhood is safe. We drove through an area hit by Katrina a few blocks away. My group had a fantastic time! Jami Dimitrios, the owner of the house, was very nice and easy to work with. We had no payment issues, and she answered all of my last minute questions. She has also created a great little home that made our trip perfect!!! I will definitely come back to stay here.

Owner response:Thank YOU!!! We are delighted you had a wonderful time! Please visit us again when you come back!!!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Our amazing family vacation

Guest: Mimi & PopPop (Tucson, Arizona)
Date of Stay: 01/22/11 Review Submitted: 02/01/11

Our stay at this wonderful property was amazing. The house is well appointed and beautifully decorated to give one the feeling of being in "old" New Orleans. we had small children with us and the yard and porch were wonderful places for playing. The owners were available if there was a problem and stayed in touch with us throughout our planning and staying. My daughters with little ones were especially thrilled to see pack n plays available for their use. The only minor problems we encountered was the key sticking in the front door and the electrical outlets in the downstairs bathroom were not working. I am sure the owners have taken care of these minor repairs. One concern is the safety of the tree house. Little ones should not be up there without adults as the floors are old and a bit unsteady. The same applies to adults who may venture up there. Again, we had a wonderful time and enjoyed the home and the proximity to the French Quarter and Wal Mart.

Owner response:Thank you so much for your review. I'm happy you loved our home. I had new keys made for the front door, it was a bad copy. The GFI outlet was tripped in the downstairs bath so the outlet was not on. Sorry about that. The tree house survived hurricane Katrina. It is not safe and never recommend people up there. I posted signs on the tree house advising others not to climb up there. It's 10 years, old my husband built it for our children. It's a cool tree house but unsafe at the moment..I'm working on having him remove the ladder. I'm happy you had a great stay. Please visit us again when coming to NOLA..

Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Just like home....

Guest: Michael C. (St. Louis)
Date of Stay: 10/28/10 Review Submitted: 01/10/11

A few friends and I got together for the Halloween weekend and this place was just right for our gathering. It may seem a bit off the beaten path but it is not. Just a short cab ride to Bourbon or Frenchman and very nice place to be when you weren't out enjoying the city. It is roomy and has a great backyard and porch. It had everything you could ask for, including kind neighbors. I would recommend this home to anyone wishing to enjoy New Orleans but also be able to get away from the hustle bustle.

Owner response:Thank you..thank you! You were a great guest. I'm happy you had a great time!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Houston Travelers

Guest: John (Houston)
Date of Stay: 12/27/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/11

I loved the charm of the home. It has wonderful vibes and great decor. It takes me back to when I was a kid.

Owner response:Thank you for the great review. I greatly appreciate you visiting our home and taking excellent care of it!. Please think of us for your next visit. God Bless!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Great House!

Guest: Carrie Hoff (Boise, ID)
Date of Stay: 10/06/10 Review Submitted: 10/11/10

Thank you so much for sharing your great home! My group of 9 adults LOVED this house. It is centrally located, has a ton of space, added fun in the tree house and has all the comforts of home...and a great NOLA feel. Would highly recommend it to anyone looking for hotel alternatives...plus Jamie was so great and easy to work with!!!! Thank You!!!

Owner response:Thank you for choosing our Home. We are so happy that you all had great stay! Please come visit us again!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Lovely and Perfect Vacation House

Guest: TessaG (Lawrence, KS)
Date of Stay: 04/16/10 Review Submitted: 04/26/10

My group was thrilled with the house. We had plenty of room, and all the conveniences of home. The tree house was an added bonus! The internet was fast and easy to access, the kitchen immensely usable. We had no complaints at all. Much larger and more spacious than the pictures led us to believe. Beautifully cared for. And the whole street is lovely.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Great House and a great time

Guest: Krystal & Ron (NY, NY)
Date of Stay: 04/07/10 Review Submitted: 04/15/10

Not only was this house beautiful and convinently located 10 minutes from the quarter. The owner was great. We left a large item behind and she helped us return it. I would highly recommend this house for rental. The house was beatiful and fully stocked for use with all the amenities. You may want to be closer to the quarter but this house is well worth the 10 minute drive.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Guest: Janet20 (-)
Date of Stay: 04/02/10 Review Submitted: 04/02/10

we had a great time in your lovly home it felt like home. every thing was great.. I would go back thankyou for sharing your home the price was good also. very roomy also wish I could of stayed alittle longer.. thank you sincerly Janet

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