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Country Living in the Heart of Louisiana

Family-friendly holiday home with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Front Door
Living Area, couch folds down into full sized bed (5'7" long)
Work area with Antique Writing Desk, Bookshelf
Fully Equipped Eat-In Kitchen including Dishwasher, Microwave, and Gas Range
Kitchen with Window

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Southern University and A&M College
  • Place, Raising Cane's River Center
  • Place, Louisiana State University
  • Airport, Baton Rouge, LA (BTR-Baton Rouge Metropolitan)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

First Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Second Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Country Living in the Heart of Louisiana

Ready for short-term or vacation rental: one-bedroom ground level apartment, fully furnished, king bed, modern kitchen, two full baths (one ADA compliant), laundry in-house, and a full-size sofa/futon in the living room for extra sleeping space. This short-term rental is part of an emerging small working farm and bed and breakfast. Enjoy fresh, seasonal produce and warm Louisiana hospitality. We have installed a whole house water filtration system which means fresh tasting water for drinking as well as chemical free water for bathing/washing.

Located in the heart of Louisiana, Ethel is a quiet, rural community in beautiful East Feliciana Parish, which is part of an area known as the Florida Parishes. Nestled among several historic towns, Ethel is just 30 minutes from the capital city of Baton Rouge and the campus of Louisiana State University, and just two hours from New Orleans. Historic towns and cities within a short drive of Ethel are Clinton (founded in 1824), Jackson (founded in 1815), St. Francisville (established in 1809), and just a short trip across the John James Audubon Bridge is New Roads which began as a trading post in the 1720s. These historic towns and cities offer much in the way of history, antiques, cuisine, and many other attractions. If you’re an LSU or Southern University sports fan you can enjoy a quiet stay in the country while attending your favorite college sports.

Other attractions near your stay: Just 4 miles from Belle Terre is Barnhill Preserve where you can experience a hands-on encounter with exotic animals. June through early July is exciting with berry picking at several “you-pick” blueberry orchards nearby. Port Hudson State Historic Site is a short dive away. And, the city of Zachary is just a 20 minute drive from Ethel, where you can find many city conveniences and food choices to suit any tastes.

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Smoking not allowed inside. Outside smoking is allowed as long as cigarette or cigar butts are properly disposed of in appropriate containers.
No large groups can be accommodated at this time, inside accommodations are large enough to entertain 3-4 people.
Pets are not allowed at this time. We have one space available but plan to build another option, where we will welcome you furry family member.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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Ethel, LA

What's nearby

  • Baton Rouge Zoo - 36 min drive - 35.7 km
  • Southern University and A&M College - 36 min drive - 36.2 km
  • Raising Cane's River Center - 47 min drive - 50.3 km
  • Louisiana State University - 50 min drive - 52.9 km
  • Tiger Stadium - 51 min drive - 55.0 km

Getting around

  • Baton Rouge, LA (BTR-Baton Rouge Metropolitan) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Backroads Steak And Seafood - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Lil' Stop - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Z Z's Top Spot - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Back Roads - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lay Lay Trucking LLC - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country Living in the Heart of Louisiana pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country Living in the Heart of Louisiana?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country Living in the Heart of Louisiana?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Country Living in the Heart of Louisiana located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 20 mi (32 km) of Villa Feliciana Medical Complex, Baton Rouge Zoo and Mississippi River. Hooper Road Park and Copper Mill Golf Club are also within 20 miles (32 km).

About the host

Hosted by Julie Doucet

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Owners Julie Doucet and Gregg Pettis dreamed of a place in the country where the hustle and bustle of the city can fade into crickets, fireflies, and a serenade by frogs. A particular dream was to have a more self-reliant life, producing their own food and having a more active lifestyle. While not completely finished, their dream of living the ultimate farm-to-table life is well on its way with a 5,500 square foot raised-bed garden, which is already productive. Belle Terre has one established colony of honey bees from which honey is harvested each July. The chicken "palace" is currently under construction. Soon to be added are other farm animals such as chickens, rabbits, and goats.

Why they chose this property

This property held so much promise for the vision that Julie and Gregg had of a sustainable, country life. While it took some work to get it from the 1,900 sq ft beginning to it's current spacious 4,000 sq ft accommodations, they have enjoyed making this place their own.

What makes this property unique

Ethel is a quiet, rural community, with the friendliest people you can imagine. It was the perfect location to build Julie and Gregg's dream of a more sustainable life.

Languages:

French, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests