Although this was our first time at the B + B, Raynell greeted us as if we had come home. Her friendly, helpful way of welcoming you to your room is terrific. She offered helpful information for our stay in the neighborhood, lots of restaurants and shops up and down the street. It still felt very safe and was a quiet spot. The rooms are clean, spacious, and very comfortable. Great value for the reasonable rates. Breakfast is continental, but she is very diligent to refresh fruit, pastries, and other goodies to get you going in the morning. Coffee and tea are plentiful. I would highly recommend this B + B for anyone who values personal service and charm over a chain resort.

A friend and I just returned from a four-night stay at the Garden District B and B and we loved it. I can't wait to come here again, and I spent quite a lot of time imagining that it was my apartment. It was even bigger and better than it looked online. We stayed in the Patio Suite, which has a big bedroom with a queen bed, a gorgeous armoire, a vanity and a dresser; a kitchen with a twin trundle bed, sink, small refrigerator, toaster, microwave, coffeemaker and a table and chairs; there are plates, bowls, cups and glasses of several types, and a corkscrew and bottle opener; a screened porch with chairs and a small table; and access to the entire back yard, which is a lovely brick patio with two fountains that bubble and gurgle all the time. I haven't felt so relaxed in ages. There is a table and chairs with an umbrella outside and a chaise on which to lounge. Watching the birds at the feeder provides entertainment while enjoying the patio. The bathroom is small but has everything you need and is very cool architecturally--it is built beneath the staircase.

Raynell, the hostess, is young, friendly and can help you with anything you need. She (and her partner Luis) are always available if you need them but never do they intrude. They seem to magically know when you've gone out, and that is when Raynell slips in to do some light housekeeping. You come back to a spotless room. We discovered we share a love of animals and Indie films and had lots to chat about. You leave this place feeling like you've made a new friend.

The breakfast is continental, with some of the items being stocked in your room (milk, orange juice, butter and yogurt in the fridge; coffee, creamer and cereal on a little table) and some down in the main room (bagels, apples and bananas, peanut butter, instant oatmeal and granola bars, as well as a Keurig coffee maker). Raynell even procured some decaf coffee for us. I like this set-up so much better than a formal, sit-down breakfast at an early hour, with people trying to make conversation with strangers first thing in the morning. Plus, as other reviewers have noted, you're likely to be going out to eat later, so why add extra calories? I am a yogurt-and-cereal kinda gal, so it was just right for me, although my friend was jonesing for an egg.

The neighborhood, The Lower Garden District, is GREAT! The B and B is right on Magazine Street, which is home to so many great cafes and restaurants, galleries, shops, antiques, many of historic significance, many funky and definitely something for everyone. There is a bus line that runs the entire length of Magazine, from up the river down to Canal Street at the edge of the French Quarter. You are just five short blocks from St. Charles, where you can catch the street car--FUN! Both are all of $1.25 per person and you can get up to two transfers per fare (25c-40c per), and you can transfer from bus to streetcar or vice versa. It is great to be in a vibrant neighborhood that isn't overrun with chain stores (there are a couple, but not many).

Overall, this place reminded me of B and Bs in which I have stayed in Britain. If you are looking for a pampered, posh, cookie-cutter experience, this isn't going to appeal to you. If you are looking for history, character, charm and personable hosts, and you are a traveler who likes a certain level of autonomy, you will love it.

We've been to NOLA many times & always stayed either in or near the Fr Qtrs....NEVER again! The garden district is a much more enjoyable location. The St. Charles Street Car is a 5 block walk through a display of magnificent homes. Watch out for the dicey sidewalks while gawking at these homes, I tripped more than once. The bus stop is basically right out front, but doesn't operate as often. Public transportation (RTA) is easy on the pocketbook (check out the website for day/multi-day pass options) & offers long hours of operation daily. Magazine Street could take 2 days of exploration & includes a variety of tastes, ranging from ecclectic to upscale tastes in both dining & shopping.
The owners of this quaint B&B were friendly & helpful in making the most of our short stay. We'll definitely stay here again & stay much longer next time!

We are staying in the Patio Room at this charming bed and breakfast. Like others, we like the unusual experience of staying at a B N B rather than a sterile hotel room. The house has plenty of charm and it is very clean and comfortable. We love the small screened in porch on the back of this room that overlooks the backyard with it's garden and fountains. Raynell greeted us and made us feel very welcome. Our friends are staying in the Rose Room located on the second floor which is also very nice. I recommend the Garden District B N B for it's location, comfort, and price.