10/10 Excellent
Tiffany L.
25 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tiffany L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Entire home
Historic New Orleans Gem - only 10 minutes- 4 Miles from French Quarter
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12278.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Den
1 Double Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Historic New Orleans Gem - only 10 minutes- 4 Miles from French Quarter
Stay in a beautifully restored, historic home just 4 miles from the French Quarter! Our 160-year-old home in Old Arabi offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and modern amenities.
This spacious 5-bedroom, 3 bathroom home is ideal for groups, featuring two master suites (one on each floor), two brick gas fireplaces, a clawfoot tub, a jacuzzi tub, and elegant decor throughout. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, plus a cozy dining room. The home sleeps 10-12 guests comfortably with 1 king bed, 4 queen beds, and a queen sofa bed.
Relax on the front porch swing or unwind on the back porch with dining and seating areas. The backyard is perfect for gatherings. Located behind the Aycock Barn/Tourism office, you'll have access to local events, farmers markets, and more.
Explore the nearby Mississippi River or take a quick 10-15 minute Uber/Lyft ride to the French Quarter. Our safe and peaceful neighborhood of Historic Old Arabi offers a delightful escape while keeping you close to New Orleans attractions.
Amenities:
2 Primary Bedrooms
2 Brick Gas Fireplaces
Clawfoot Tub & deep Bath Tub
Full Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances & Granite Countertops
Laundry Room with Washer, Dryer, Iron, and Ironing Board
Large Closets in Every Room
Front Porch with Swing
Back Porch with Dining Table and Seating
Fenced Backyard
WiFi, 6 TVs with Full Cable/Movie Channels
Fresh Linens, Towels, Blow Dryers, Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap, Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, Trash Bags
Nearby Attractions:
French Quarter: 4 miles
Superdome: 6.2 miles
Convention Center: 5.7 miles
City Park: 6.4 miles
Frenchman Street: 5 miles
Foodie Alert:
We provide a binder full of local restaurant suggestions, including Kitchen Table Cafe, Meme's Bar and Grill, and Rocky and Carlos's. Don't miss out on the best Po-boys in town at the Arabi diner a block away.
Getting Around:
New Orleans is easily navigable via Uber/Lyft, with the French Quarter just a 15-minute ride away.
Contact & Booking:
For any questions or to book your stay, message us directly through VRBO. Enjoy the charm and comfort of our historic home while exploring the vibrant culture of New Orleans!
Keyless entry ensures a hassle-free check-in experience. Book now and make yourself at home!
This spacious 5-bedroom, 3 bathroom home is ideal for groups, featuring two master suites (one on each floor), two brick gas fireplaces, a clawfoot tub, a jacuzzi tub, and elegant decor throughout. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, plus a cozy dining room. The home sleeps 10-12 guests comfortably with 1 king bed, 4 queen beds, and a queen sofa bed.
Relax on the front porch swing or unwind on the back porch with dining and seating areas. The backyard is perfect for gatherings. Located behind the Aycock Barn/Tourism office, you'll have access to local events, farmers markets, and more.
Explore the nearby Mississippi River or take a quick 10-15 minute Uber/Lyft ride to the French Quarter. Our safe and peaceful neighborhood of Historic Old Arabi offers a delightful escape while keeping you close to New Orleans attractions.
Amenities:
2 Primary Bedrooms
2 Brick Gas Fireplaces
Clawfoot Tub & deep Bath Tub
Full Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances & Granite Countertops
Laundry Room with Washer, Dryer, Iron, and Ironing Board
Large Closets in Every Room
Front Porch with Swing
Back Porch with Dining Table and Seating
Fenced Backyard
WiFi, 6 TVs with Full Cable/Movie Channels
Fresh Linens, Towels, Blow Dryers, Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap, Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, Trash Bags
Nearby Attractions:
French Quarter: 4 miles
Superdome: 6.2 miles
Convention Center: 5.7 miles
City Park: 6.4 miles
Frenchman Street: 5 miles
Foodie Alert:
We provide a binder full of local restaurant suggestions, including Kitchen Table Cafe, Meme's Bar and Grill, and Rocky and Carlos's. Don't miss out on the best Po-boys in town at the Arabi diner a block away.
Getting Around:
New Orleans is easily navigable via Uber/Lyft, with the French Quarter just a 15-minute ride away.
Contact & Booking:
For any questions or to book your stay, message us directly through VRBO. Enjoy the charm and comfort of our historic home while exploring the vibrant culture of New Orleans!
Keyless entry ensures a hassle-free check-in experience. Book now and make yourself at home!
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING inside the home
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Arabi
Located in Arabi, this holiday home is on a river. Saenger Theatre and National World War II Museum 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. Jet skiing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
Arabi, LA
What's nearby
- House of Dance & Feathers - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Carolyn Park Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
- Chalmette Battlefield - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- Chalmette Monument - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- St. Bernard Parish Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Seven Brew - 4 min drive
- Coffee House - Arabi - 15 min walk
- Chubbie's - 21 min drive
- Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 5 min drive
- Julie's Tavern - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Monique S.
2 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monique S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Susan S.
6 December 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dionne F.
28 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dionne F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth H.
5 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for our extended family in a quiet area in New Orleans.
Kenneth H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tonia A.
20 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Getaway
Tonia A.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erin E.
10 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual Girls Trip
Erin E.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Seth H.
26 October 2017
Beautiful home!
Seth H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
10/10 Excellent
Mahogany P.
19 December 2018
House was clean and beautiful!!! Great location.
Mahogany P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
Joyce D.
18 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, quite and clean!
Joyce D.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Trina H.
2 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome trip
Trina H.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ify O.
26 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Stay!
Ify O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jesse H.
6 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great "MOW".
Jesse H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Earl H.
11 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Size and Comfort
Earl H.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dorothy F.
17 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mom
Dorothy F.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kara F. V.
6 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
Kara F. V.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Larissa S.
27 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NOLA
Larissa S.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dominique M.
2 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding party gathering
Dominique M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Angel Z.
6 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and Location
Angel Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Megan K.
26 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible
Megan K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Yolonda S.
17 August 2018
Awesome
Yolonda S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Johnathan W.
27 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NOLA Trip
Johnathan W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Fred C.
17 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to NOLA
Fred C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
LaDereka C.
8 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
LaDereka C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Dazerick P.
25 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parham Crew
Dazerick P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jami Dimitrios
This home is owned and operated by St. Bernard Parish natives Paul & Jami Dimitrios. We have four wonderful children and have fostered six amazing children. This was our family home until Hurricane Katrina. Paul, an architect, spent five years renovating and restoring this diamond in the rough, and we re-renovated it after Hurricane Katrina in 2005, a process that took over two years. With all that behind us, we're thrilled to share our beloved home with visiting guests.
Why they chose this property
We selected this property for its prime location in historic Old Arabi, which offers a unique and charming atmosphere. The rich history and comforting ambiance of this 150-year-old home resonated with us, and we take great pleasure in sharing its warmth with travelers visiting New Orleans. Every guest who walks through our doors brings a sense of gratitude and blessing, and we are delighted to provide them with an unforgettable experience. Come discover the magic of New Orleans while staying in our beloved home - we're confident you'll fall in love with it just as we have!
What makes this property unique
Our residence, known as the "Rimkus House" or the "Alligator House," boasts a storied heritage tracing back to the late 19th century. Remarkably, the front dormers of the house have a connection to the McParty Plantation, where General Andrew Jackson stayed during the Battle of New Orleans. Following the destruction of the plantation home, these dormers were salvaged and incorporated into our property.
Originally erected in the 1890s, the house was later relocated to its present corner lot in the early 1900s. Noteworthy is the home's former inhabitants, including a real 6-foot alligator and a peacock, both cherished pets of bygone eras. Guests are invited to delve into this intriguing history, with documentation and photographs of these remarkable animals available for exploration within the premises.
Originally erected in the 1890s, the house was later relocated to its present corner lot in the early 1900s. Noteworthy is the home's former inhabitants, including a real 6-foot alligator and a peacock, both cherished pets of bygone eras. Guests are invited to delve into this intriguing history, with documentation and photographs of these remarkable animals available for exploration within the premises.
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