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Private separate guest cottage. Beautifully landscaped gated courtyard setting.

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Separate private home in tropical courtyard setting
Traditional wrought iron enclosure welcomes you to our beautiful courtyard
The Three Graces
Entry to rear gardens and guest house
Rear of owner's home

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 252.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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New Orleans, LA
  • Place, City Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Caesars Superdome
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Bourbon Street
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private separate guest cottage. Beautifully landscaped gated courtyard setting.

OVER 100 CONSECUTIVE 5 STAR REVIEWS!
Thanks to our wonderful guests for their very kind and generous reviews. We pledge to continue to give each and every guest our special 5 star stay;

Your safety is our primary concern. Our property is totally gated and is in one of the nicest residential areas in New Orleans. We comply with all of the requirements and restrictions set by the Short Term Rental Administration of the City. Owner license number 20-RSTR-00355. Operator license number 23-0STR-01882. We have also been approved as a Healthy Home by the City of New Orleans. We have no contact check in and keyless entry. We also set aside a full day between guest to allow for deep cleaning.

The cottage is located behind our Vieux Carre style home. Upon your arrival you can relax and plan your New Orleans visit in your cozy cottage and private patio. Enjoy a welcome wine basket with local delicacies.

The Cottage is located in one of the nicest residential sections of New Orleans. It is a quiet neighborhood away from the crowds and noise. We are very convenient to our 1300 acre City Park and the New Orleans Museum of Arts, the Besthoff Sculpture Garden and the New New Orleans Municipal Bayou Oaks Course with two 18 hole golf courses. You are centrally located to the best of the City within walking distance to Lake Pontchartrain and an inexpensive Uber ride or public transportation to the French Quarter..

Coffee shops, wine bars, Seafood, Mexican, Asian and Creole restaurants are very close; or, relax and barbecue on your private deck.There are a total of 32 restaurants, two local supermarkets and four banks within a mile radius of our home.

But, don't rush - we have provided basic breakfast items (fruit juice, coffee, milk, cereal, yogurt, bread and butter) for your first morning leisure enjoyment.

The inside of the Guest Cottage was recently remodeled with hardwood floors in living/dining, new stainless appliances including ice maker refrigerator and granite countertops in kitchen. Separate bedroom with queen size bed and large bath with built-in make up table.

Free Private off street parking, Cable TV, Two movie channels in living room, Hi speed wi-fi and washer/dryer in cottage.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 23-NSTR-13467, 24-OSTR-17732

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

New Orleans

Located on a river, this cottage is in Lakeview, a neighbourhood in New Orleans. National World War II Museum and Saenger Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Caesars Superdome or Smoothie King Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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New Orleans, LA

What's nearby

  • City Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Frenchmen Street - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Caesars Superdome - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Canal Street - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Bourbon Street - 10 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Cemeteries Transit Terminal - 5 min drive
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 15 min drive
  • New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Evolve Coffee + Matcha - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Russell's Marina Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Velvet Cactus - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Parlay's - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private separate guest cottage. Beautifully landscaped gated courtyard setting. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private separate guest cottage. Beautifully landscaped gated courtyard setting.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private separate guest cottage. Beautifully landscaped gated courtyard setting.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private separate guest cottage. Beautifully landscaped gated courtyard setting. located?

Located in Lakeview, this cottage is 0.6 mi (1 km) from City Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Pontchartrain and New Orleans Botanical Garden. Louisiana Children's Museum and Botanical Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an exceptionally wonderful location and hosts ! Enjoying evenings in the courtyard and breakfast on the back porch were relaxing and lovely! The house was clean, the kitchen impressively well stocked. The hostess was available and super helpful throughout our stay. This location made our anniversary a truely memorable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Retreat

Quiet cottage in a beautiful garden setting. Hosts were available and very helpful. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nova Scotias Stay in NOLA

Susan and Eldon were wonderful hosts. Property was immaculate and in an excellent location for my wife and I. Looking forward to our next visit to New Orleans and staying with them again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great guest cottage

This is a wonderful place to stay while visiting New Orleans. The cottage was very comfortable and well-appointed, in a quiet, safe neighbourhood. We cook most of our meals when we travel and the kitchen was great, with many essential items provided by the host. The garden is lovely and gives a very relaxing vibe. If we return to New Orleans, we will stay with Susan and Eldon again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe P., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in New Orleans

We really enjoyed our stay. The guest cottage was great and beautifully decorated.The hosts are very generous and filled the cottage with extra special touches that were beyond expectations: most generous and thoughtful hosts we have ever encountered in our many years of travel.Thank you Susan and Eldon!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top Notch

Upper Crust, Top Shelf, extremely affordable. If I ever return to New Orleans this is where I will stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kim

I’ve stayed in a lot of rentals but I’ve never seen so much care for a cottage than Susan gave this one! We felt very welcomed with her snacks, wine and even beads/masks provided for mardi gras. Cottage was clean, in a safe neighborhood and just a short drive to French Quarter which is what we wanted as we had a rental car and needed parking. I recommend this rental to anyone who wants to explore such a unique city.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

State #50

This was one of the most delightful places we have ever stayed Eldon & Susan are perfect hosts The unit was clean, , quiet, & beautifully decorated. If life gives a chance to return to New Orleans this is where we would stay This was the last stop for us on a bucket list trip& it was the perfect way to finish our adventure
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Wonderful cottage, great hosts

This is a clean,well supplied cottage for two. The owners thought of everything you need and then added some nice surprises. The owners were friendly, helpful and ready to help with anything. You sure can’t go wrong with this one. I’d recommend this one to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Picturesque garden courtyard setting

The cottage is so nicely appointed, but the courtyard setting makes it feel like an oasis. And if that wasn't enough, the hosts are simply the best we've ever had. A personalized sign welcoming us, the fridge full of breakfast food, snacks, and a bottle of champagne with chilled glasses waiting for us! WHO DOES THAT? Answer... these hosts! And 1 more thing... the location is excellent. the fridge
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clay S.

Amazing! Home Away From Home! Cozy Cottage close to everything!

The landlords were very courteous, helpful and awesome! The cottage is very cozy and is surrounded by a very tranquil garden and Goldfish Pond! We were so grateful to Mrs Susan and Mr Eldon, they went out of their way to ensure our stay was great! The location of the cottage is very close to every venue you can imagine but far enough to not be crowded or bogged down with traffic. Will definitely be returning and booking again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Craig T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at New Orleans Guest Cottage

Located in the Lakeview community of New Orleans, the Cottage is a great central location for your exploration of New Orleans and all its amenities. We were greeted by Susan and Eldon on arrival making the check in very easy. The cottage was clean and had everything we needed for our week stay. The kitchen was stocked with many extra New Orleans treats and surprises. Cottage is quiet, private, and comfortable. Susan and Eldon are wonderful hosts with suggestions and useful guides. We had a great time and will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emelia Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cottage in a Secret Garden

From the moment we stepped into this wonderful Secret Garden we fell in love. The garden area is such a beautiful, relaxing spot. From the perfect plantings to the wonderfully peaceful water features. Plus there was a private garden in the rear of the cottage just for us! The cottage was perfect! Very comfortable furnishings and lovely decor and very clean. The kitchen is fully equipped if you should want to cook. The neighborhood is very quiet. It is a nice walk straight to Lake Pontchartrain. We were surprised to see so many things in the refrigerator for our first breakfast there. It was our 40th anniversary and we were greeted with a Happy Anniversary sign as we entered the garden. Plus there was a bottle of chilled champagne in the refrigerator and bottle of wine at the dining table. Susan and Eldon were wonderful hosts. The cottage location is an easy, less than 20 minute drive into New Orleans. We are already talking about when we will return to this great area and and peaceful cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were pleasantly surprised by all the amenities which we have never seen before at a B&B or apt. You will always be remembered for the etremely comfortable and delightful environmnet you have provided.All the best!!!!Sandy & HalSandy & Hal
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan's cottage is nothing short of exceptional. The cottage is elegantly furnished, has a complete kitchen and barbecue grill, excellent Wi-Fi and TV channels, a comfortable bed, a beautiful bathroom with luxurious towels, and an absolutely fabulous garden. If Susan's cottage is available, don't even consider staying in a hotel bed sitter room. Susan is the ultimate hostess, welcoming us when we arrived, showing us about the property in the cottage, sharing tips on nearby restaurants and sights, and checking to ensure that everything was in working order. The delicious treats and beverages she provided topped off a great 4-day stay in one of New Orleans finest neighborhoods. When we return to New Orleans, we will certainly book Susan's cottage again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts, Susan and Eldon, were extremely welcoming and generous. We arrived to find the refrigerator full of a variety of breakfast foods, chocolate mints, champagne, and wine. The cottage was comfortable, clean, and the kitchen was well appointed. There is good lighting for reading, The garden leading from the entrance to the cottage is magical, and we’ve loved falling asleep to the sound of water from the fountains. The private patio with a grill and seating in the back was another plus. We absolutely will retur.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sue was an exceptional host! The cottage was perfect for a couple! If you are traveling by yourself, very safe neighborhood. Host are on the same property and the cottage fence is locked! There are many places to eat or have a drink within a mile of the cottage! Centrally located and a short drive to Bourbon Street and the French Market! We visited for our honeymoon and were greeted with congratulations and wine! The garden is serene! The host has everything you might need in the kitchen and plenty of towels. The bed is phenomenal, my husband and I slept better their than anywhere else we have ever stayed 10/10 would recommend to anybody!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The caption for this property describes it perfectly. It was so quaint and relaxing! The cottage was tastefully decorated and clean. Our hosts were excellent, making sure we had everything we needed to be comfortable. The refrigerator was stocked with breakfast and drink items. We felt this was so thoughtful and generous of our hosts. We parked in our own spot in the driveway. Neighborhood was very nice. It was a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even though we expected a private parking spot, beautiful landscaping, and some treats provided, we were blown away by the extent that the owner went through to make our stay special. The location is superb, the foliage beautiful and lush, the kitchen filled with several options for breakfast, and the courtesy and sweetness of the owner is unlike anything I have experienced. I said to my husband that I feel like she is here helping us in a completely non-intrusive way because she has thought of everything! We felt totally safe in this neighborhood. It was quiet and relaxing on the deck where we watched lizards quietly sneaking by. We hope to come back here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was absolutely perfect for us! It was decorated so beautifully and all the special little touches made such a huge impact on our stay. All the added little touches - the coffee, tea, snacks and drinks in the fridge, the New Orleans special treats, the welcome letter from Susan and Eldon, and the beautiful outdoor areas - made this cottage the most wonderful place we have ever stayed. The bed was very comfortable, as well as the comfort of the furnishings. I could have stayed for weeks! Very easy to get to, really liked the boulevards! Great food within the area. Safe and beautiful neighborhood to walk around in and the people of New Orleans were so friendly. Loved our stay and would absolutely come back again but stay longer next time! Susan and Eldon were wonderful hosts and have an absolutely amazing place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful haven with easy access to anywhere you want to go. The home owners are lovely and go the extra mile.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This place was great. Nice location and very clean house.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed in several VRBO properties and this was the best yet! Perfect location, hosts, and cottage! It's everything and more than what is described. Will certainly stay here again if we come back to NOLA!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just perfect!

This sweet cottage is just as portrayed in the VRBO catalog. Actually - it's better. The gardens and curving paths past beautiful tropical plantings are a bonus. The cottage itself is charming, clean, comfortable, and VERY well stocked with necessities, nice-to-haves, and yummy treats and beverages. In addition, the property is less than 20 minutes to the French Quarter and Nat'l WW II museum, the West Bank, Airport, and lots more. And, perhaps most importantly, it is safe. The owners are perfect hosts and live in a separate home on the property. If you need directions or suggestions, you can comfortably ask the hosts. We hope to return next year and we'll tell our friends and family about this wonderful property.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation Space

I greatly enjoyed my stay. The owners of the property have taken great care to create a relaxing place in which every tiny detail is thought out and taken care of in advance. This was the best rental experience I’ve ever had and would be lucky to get to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

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