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Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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New Orleans, LA
  • Royal Street
    4 min drive
  • Frenchmen Street
    5 min drive
  • Bourbon Street
    5 min drive
  • New Orleans, LA (NEW-Lakefront)
    19 min drive

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About the area

New Orleans

With a stay at this cottage, you'll be centrally located in New Orleans, within a 5-minute drive of Bourbon Street and Mississippi River. .This cottage is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Canal Street and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Caesars New Orleans Casino.

What's nearby

  • Bourbon Street - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Canal Street - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Ernest N. Morial Convention Center - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Port of New Orleans - 10 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • French Market Stop - 5 min drive
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 17 min drive
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sneaky Pickle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Elizabeth's Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪N7 - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Joint - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Capt Sal's Seafood & Chicken - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Bywater Cottage - Courtyard, WiFi, Laundry, Near restaurants/bars

Bright & sunny Bywater guest cottage in our backyard herb/rose garden.  Private guest house with courtyard, washer/dryer, full kitchen, WiFi.  Walk to Crescent Park and restaurants/bars.

STANDALONE COTTAGE HOME:
Located in the lush garden behind our 1852 Creole Cottage where we've lived 14 years in the funky Bywater neighborhood.  Accessed via metal gate along an uneven brick and river rock sidewalk, your home is a private small cottage with separate bedroom, bathroom with clawfoot tub, and charming kitchen that has a butcher block countertop complete with a Washer/Dryer.  NO SHARED WALLS or floors - enjoy your privacy.  Two window units and cool and heat the small space. The garden features nearly 100 different herbs, native plants, citrus, peppers, roses and more used in our Apothecary business. Try the chocolate mint!

KITCHEN:
Cook a meal or enjoy nearby Bywater/Marigny neighborhood restaurants for brunch, lunch, and dinner.  Coffee maker and a French press with mugs, fridge/freezer, microwave, full-size gas stove and oven, and stocked with cookware and utensils to make you feel at home.  Two bar stools for convenient countertop dining.  Full-size washer/dryer so you can do laundry - bring your own detergent, dryer sheets, etc.

BATH:
Quaint bright room with a tiny sink, cool clawfoot tub, an old medicine cabinet to store your things, bright light, and an airy fresh way to start your day.  New electrical including GFCI with built-in nightlight.  Hairdryer, iron, some toiletries, and towels provided.

BEDROOM:
Overlooks the courtyard. Two windows (with exterior shutters and interior blinds) make this small room seem bigger.  Functional bedroom with antique FULL sized bed and new window AC/heat unit plus ceiling fan to keep you comfortable. Room is sized for sleeping only - hang your clothes in the laundry area and use the armoire to unpack your foldable items.

ENTERTAINMENT:
Smart TV - type in your credentials and watch what you want.  Alexa - ask for music, news or weather.  Games - Jenga, XL connect four, poker chips/cards, and more.  Record player with a selection of records while you glide in the rocking chair.  USB outlets for powering your devices.  High-speed internet  - good for work from home.  PLUS all the bars, coffee shops, and restaurants - explore Bywater, Marigny, French Quarter, St. Roch, Holy Cross, Arabi, etc.

SHARED YARD/OUTDOOR DINING:
Spacious private courtyard with table and chairs, string lights, and a shade umbrella.  Lounge and dine al fresco nestled amongst local flora.  There is also a shared fenced-in yard.  Bring your small pet but be aware there may be fence gaps. The backyard is a working garden for our business, Southern Rhoades Apothecary, and features many flowers, herbs, citrus, veggies, fruits and more that we use in our handmade products. See what’s blooming!

THE AREA:
Plenty within walking distance. You're in the "Barmuda Triangle" near Vaughan's, BJ's Lounge, and J&J's Sports Bar.  AKA "Back of the Bywater".  Dive bars and live music several nights of the week within walking distance!  Treme Brass Band, Little Freddie King, Corey Henry and more. Enjoy the best BBQ in town from The Joint - "Always Smokin".  Parleaux Beer Lab has incredible craft beer on tap and to-go cans, is dog friendly, and has a near-nightly pop-up/food truck schedule at their brewery.  Step back in time at the old seafood house Jack Demsey's - beer served in a chilled mug alongside fried seafood platters and okra or mac and cheese. Bacchanal Wine is a romantic spot for music, glasses or bottles of wine, cheese plates, and small plates.

REST OF THE HOOD:
Rent an e-bike using the Blue Bikes app to get around quickly. Breakfast and brunch at Bywater Bakery, Elizabeth's, Satsuma, Country Club (fun drag brunch!), Suis Generis, Alma, Sneaky Pickle and more.  Walk or bike to Crescent Park - includes a Dog Run and beautiful riding/running spot with a great view of the river and downtown skyline. Walk/bike to Euclid Records, Low Timers vintage, and Bargain Center to waste away an afternoon digging and shopping. Grab a bite at Pizza Delicious or Brat'z Y'all Beer Garden or get a swimming pool day pass at Country Club. Enjoy Top Chef Nina Compton’s Bywater American Bistro. Explore Studio Be and Dr. Bob's for art lovers. Get some work done at coffee shops Malimo, Petit Clouet, and Orange Couch. Frenchmen Street and the French Quarter - accessible via a short Uber or bus ride!

ABOUT US:
We'll stay out of your way after we say hello and help bring your bags past the uneven brick sidewalk. But we LOVE our neighborhood/city and are happy to provide recommendations for food, music, etc. Just ask!

RECAP:
Cool-ish owners, incredible area, cute little old standalone home but new rental.  Have fun in this quirky guest house named after our dog, Gris Gris.  We look forward to hosting you in the most vibrant neighborhood of New Orleans with a private historic cottage that brings all the comforts of home.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a stovetop, a microwave, and a kitchen island. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property manager

Jessica and Greg

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Marina nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 400 sq ft (37 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Dogs up to 35 pounds permitted and appreciated.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Sleeping accommodations not provided for children.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 22-OSTR-05872, 23-NSTR-16899

Private Bywater Cottage - Courtyard, WiFi, Laundry, Near restaurants/bars Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 71 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 71 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
My friend and I absolutely loved staying here! It was a great location. We really enjoyed staying in the Bywater neighborhood. The hosts answered right away when I had questions. Cottage was clean and had everything we needed. Will definitely stay here agian!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgie, Isle of Islay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great little house in a beautiful part of New Orleans. Bywater was the ideal location for us, great bars, food and music.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little cottage
Very private, in a quiet neighborhood, walkable to many restaurants, bars and stores. Very much enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

lily w.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING
so cute and loved the architecture! would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Todd O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bywater
Clean place, however, I couldn’t utilize it for an overnight visit due to a heavy mildew smell present. I was told sorry to hear that, no
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Cottage
We absolutely loved our stay here! The neighborhood has an artistic flare and spirit we thoroughly enjoyed. We used the blue bikes to get around as well as walked to most places, including the French Quarter. Greg was extremely attentive and helpful and the place was exactly like the pictures as well as very clean. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
Really pleasant cozy cabin, everything was very comfortable and it was a nice relaxing visit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bywater rules
Neighborhood is so great can’t to move there
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice place in a great location
This property was a great place to stay - a really nice self-contained unit back from the street with everything you need. In a week there I didn’t need to buy anything besides food and drink. The only downside was that the a/c wasn’t as cool as hotels on the hotter days but there was a lot more space and character and worth the trade off. I like the Bywater neighborhood and it was a nice walk to Frenchmen Street and the French Quarter. Everyone around the neighborhood was super friendly too.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, well-appointed, private cottage
This lovely property is quiet, clean, and well located. We hope to have an opportunity to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint cottage, fantastic location, and hospitable host!
My fiancé and I stayed at the cottage with our two dogs while attending our friends’ wedding in the Bywater. The space was very clean and well-equipped with whatever you’d need, including a dog bed for the pups. The host was flexible and welcoming from the moment we checked in! We loved being able to walk down the street to the river with our dogs or go to a cute coffee shop for breakfast. We highly recommend this cottage for its location and privacy, but most of all, the host will make you feel right at home!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

kris s.

Liked: Cleanliness
N
Love the outdoor space, like a tropical garden. Easy getting around with cabs enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
Very cute house. Felt safe in the enclosed yard. I drink a ton of water so the huge Brita filter was amazing. Comfy bed, adorable decor. Would highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

April C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
The house is very cute and cozy and has everything you need. They keep most toiletries and kitchenware stocked and it was very clean when we arrived. Hosts we’re responsive and accommodating and the neighborhood was quiet. Beautiful garden as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and lovely
Cheerful owners and property. Lots of convenience touches. Fabulous art, rustic decor, loved the private courtyard. Flowers and large plants galore. We would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, Comfortable
My spouse and I enjoyed our stay in this charming Bywater cottage. We walked everywhere, even down to the French quarter. Several great places for food, drink, and music are right around the corner. We’d gladly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot, great space
Perfect, private location within walking distance of all the great Bywater spots.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Clean lovely cottage with easy walk to restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

christi c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Go to place in New Orleans
Conveniently located. Friendly owners. Full kitchen. Garden. Very peaceful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Cottage in Bywater District
The cottage was small but fitting for the area. Garden area was beautiful! There are several restaurants/bars within walking distance including a dog park. We also walked to the French Quarter one evening, but caught an Uber on way back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for overnight getaway to NOLA
This little Bywater cottage was a perfect resting place for us for a quick night out in New Orleans. The cottage is tucked back behind the main house and very private. The cottage was cozy and clean and perfect for the two of us. The bed was comfortable and we got a good night’s sleep even though it’s a smaller bed than our king!. It was a little chilly at night, but the space heater helped! I loved the location and will definitely look up this listing for future trips to New Orleans. It was easy and inexpensive to Uber around the Bywater and French quarter from this location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S., Bluemont VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky and perfect
This was an anniversary trip and our first time to New Orleans- we had so much fun and this was the perfect hub for all of the good food we devoured and amazing places we visited! Don’t rent a car- entire city is walkable or use the blue bike app to get around. The cottage was clean and comfortable just as advertised. Will stay here again and recommend to friends!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aija Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary weekend
Absolutely loved the cottage, met all our needs. Very nice quiet neighborhood and convenient proximity to the French Quarter. Highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is THE Place!
This is a true cottage: comfortable and charming! We did not meet the owners, but did have communication with them upon arrival. They were very professional, and we were beyond pleased that they accommodate a dog. A clean cottage with all the comforts of home. We found ourselves relaxing in the 2 sitting chairs in the cozy living room, listening to local WWOZ and didn’t want to move! We loved walking the neighborhood to nearby restaurants, coffee/bakery and dive bars. Bacchanal wines and Parleaux beer lab are a step up. On our daily dog walks, we admired the architecture of houses extending back a quarter of a block in an array of color variations. Our last day we visited the Bark Market for all things dog and art supplies before stopping in the FQ to visit our favorite shops and bars (Cosimo’s is known for its dog friendly atmosphere)! If you are a frequent visitor to the French quarter, you know how hectic it becomes with all the tourists, do yourself a favor and have a local experience in the Bywater in this secluded and secure cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place and location
Totally impressed with this location. It was only my husband and I this trip, the house was perfect. If we travel again by ourselves, we will definitely come back. We even had an unforeseen illness on our way there with my husband going into hospital and they understood completely and handled it very professionally. It was a very relaxing home and we could walk to many places in that neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023