If you've never been to New Orleans, the BEST time to visit is during its perfect fall weather. Our party of 7 found this charming restored home to be sparkling clean and well furnished to meet all of our needs. Our groups ages ran from 60-85, with one member slightly handicapped. Three very comfortable bedrooms shared the main hall full bathroom. The futon in the very back was perfect for our lone traveler, being quiet with its own bath and steps from the full laundry area. The home is a beautifully restored southern shotgun, meaning long & narrow, easy to share with such a large group. We had an easy 3 block walk to a large grocery, providing everything from wines, beer, all groceries & paper goods. (Take a back pack or empty suitcase on wheels for the walk back) We were an easy and lovely 4 block walk to the trolley stop which you can ride all over taking in the many beautiful residential & commercial areas throughout New Orleans, including the French Quarter. Uber was also the perfect and affordable way to be picked up & dropped off whether to & from the airport or just getting around town at any hour. Magazine St. is the main thoroughfare, 4 blocks up from this home, and is lined with lovely little shops & great restaurants. The French pastry shop on the corner is a MUST! (get there early as they sell out & be sure to dine alfresco) You'll still see much of the ongoing rebuilding of New Orleans from hurricane Katrina, so embrace the resilience of this gracious city and all it has to offer. Jazz concerts in the park, great food everywhere, stunning architecture and gardens and music are everywhere. Rock & Bowl is always a fun thing to do, even if you're not bowling (food isn't great there, but who cares? it's all fun!) Be sure to take notice of all the gas light fixtures still in use throughout the city & residential neighborhoods. You can visit their workshop when strolling. A river cruise on a paddlewheel is unique & a lovely way to visit from a new perspective. Everyone in our group was able to easily navigate & experience the city. I highly recommend this home & location to anyone wanting to stay slightly outside the noise & bluster of the more tourist areas while remaining very accessible to them. Lightweight, folding wheelchair can be rented if necessary from local supply store. This home has full cable access large flatscreen TV in the living room, also Wi-Fi. The owner is easy to contact, quick to help in any way.
