My husband arranged a long weekend in celebration of earning our Associate's Degrees. I was slightly concerned with the location, as the vacation was a surprise without having the opportunity for my own input. The Oakview was PREFECT!! You can not ask for a better location, as it overlooks the live oaks in the City Park and one block away... More 

I cannot even begin to explain how wonderful a time we are having here. My fiancé and I wanted to come to New Orleans and get married here. So we scanned the area looking for sites that would be perfect for us. We came across City Park, and immediately said that's the spot. Then came what we thought would be... More 

We had a wonderful at Oakview! Loved the charm of the house & the jacuzzi tub! Our host, Russell, was very friendly & makes great breakfast! We'll definitely return. We loved that it was close to just about everything. There are several restaurants nearby. Parking was convenient, either on the street or in the driveway. There's a complimentary bar w/... More 

The place was beautiful and clean at a great price!! Thank you for the hospitality we will definitely be back! Russel was so nice and helpful and made sure we knew about the trolley and cab companies and gave us recommendations on what to see and do! He also made the best biscuits I've ever eaten!! If you want a... More 

Superb location at the edge of City Park, lovely old Victorian-style house with large, charming, very comfortable rooms, beautiful bathroom, generous 24/7 open bar and coffee, tea, etc. Owner Russell excellent host, very knowledgeable but not at all interfering. I left too early every day to have breakfast but it is apparently sumptuous. All this in an excellent neighborhood. I... More 

Love, Love, Love this place! We felt so at home and comfortable here and loved those biscuits! Russell is wonderful and so helpful. There is a streetcar like a block from this place so it really makes getting around easy. No car needed :)

We decided to give Oakview a try because of it location across from City Park. It is a nice little B&B, with a charming feel. The room was comfortable and our host was very attentive, without being intrusive.He noticed that I had been going out to run, and he offered to make sure that I had extra towels for showering,... More 

My wife and I stayed at Oakview the weekend of 11 December 15 to go to the Celebration in the Park which is in the New Orleans City Park and we chose Oakview as it is across the street from the park and within 2 blocks of a trolley stop. Our room was great. We stayed in the Azalea room... More 

We came to NOLA to elope in city park. This house is absolutely beautiful! Stunning views of ancient oaks in city park right from the classic southern front porch rocker. Delicious breakfast served as if it was made by your own mother. We were treated as if we were part of the family. 10 minutes from the French quarter. Right... More