Charming Historic Marigny Cottage, 1865. Walk Everywhere!
About this stay
GENERAL DESCRIPTION Walk everywhere! This historic colorful Creole cottage located in the vibrant and diverse Marigny neighborhood is walking distance to charmingly intimate cafes & eclectic shops, award winning restaurants, bars, art studios, and local live music on Frenchman street. CARNIVAL parades just blocks away. Saint Ann parades directly in front of cottage on Mardi Gras Day. Bike to the JAZZ FEST in 20 minutes & avoid parking hassles. Open to individual requests for DISCOUNTS on extended stays. THE SPACE Built over a century ago between 1860-1870, this charming & historic cottage is located in the unique Marigny Bywater downtown NOLA neighborhood just blocks from the French Quarter and Treme neighborhoods. The 500 sq ft cottage studio with back private garden entrance has tons of charm. 1 bedroom, 1 bath, fully stocked kitchen, central AC, W/D. Quiet space. Free street parking. This private shotgun style studio unit, accessible from large garden in back of home - has one queen size bed, a RokuTV system with Netflix/Hulu access among others, and high speed internet. Walking distance to everywhere! This includes dozens of top rated Marigny Bywater and French Quarter restaurants, bars & live music venues - including James Beard Outstanding Chef 2023 nominee Nina Compton’s American Bywater Bistro. Walk five houses down to Who Dat Cafe for Saturday brunch, and Hotel Peter & Paul's Elysian Bar/restaurant (former cathedral built in 1860's) in about a minute. Close to art studios, art market, museums, cultural centers (Studio Be & Marigny Opera House), and the Crescent City Park/Mandeville Street Wharf on the Mississippi river. Just a few short blocks to the live music scene of Frenchman Street, and St Claude Avenue. Walk to the food co-op, Robert’s Market, St Roch Market. Please reach out for recommendations. The shotgun studio unit has central AC & heat (controlled remotely by host - remote guest access by request), hardwood floors, high cooling ceiling fans, plenty of natural light. 1 bedroom, 1 bath with step in claw foot tub & shower. Take a bath and relax! With full kitchen, washer & dryer inside unit, direct access to 1000 sq ft garden/yard. Quiet downtown location. GUEST ACCESS Back garden entrance/access only. You will be able to enjoy the 1000 sq foot garden, right in your back yard. Free and convenient on street parking. OTHER DETAILS If you enjoy walking, you can find some of the best/top rated restaurants in the Marigny/Bywater and French Quarter areas from 1 to 15 blocks away. Rent a bike (bike rental info easily internet searchable) & see the city by bike! Street car is only 2 blocks away. Or hop in a Lyft/Uber, which will likely cost you under $15 a trip (transportation recommended on Uber/Lyft/Taxi after dark in New Orleans). If you’re visiting during Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, Essence, Southern Decadence or other festivals or holidays Lyft/Uber surcharges can double/triple prices. Thank goodness the rental is walking distance to so much! Home is kept at a comfortable 65-75 degrees F, year round. AC is controlled remotely by host, AC remote access for guests on request. Guests are asked to contact the host directly should the space become colder than 65 degrees F or warmer than 75 degrees F and adjustments will be made immediately for your comfort. We’re animal lovers & allow one small to medium sized non barking dog only for a minimal fee. Please keep in mind the studio space is located downtown, where homes are very close to each other. We unfortunately cannot allow a large or barking dog. NEIGHBORHOOD The historic & unique Marigny/Bywater was the first suburb below the original French Quarter. Immigrants & free people of color first settled in the neighborhood enriching with culture, arts and music. Cafes, restaurants/bars, food co-op, Crescent City Park on the Mississippi river (5 blocks from rental), art studios/museums, and live music all within 1-5 minute leisurely walk from the property. A vibrant area walking distance to everything! Neighborhood Carnival & Mardi Gras Day parades within 1-3 blocks from rental (Chewbacchus, Krewe du Vieux/Delusion, 'Tit Rex, Krewe of Red Beans). Mardi Gras day Saint Ann Society parade passes directly in front of home. GETTING AROUND Street car access three (3) blocks away, which can take you to most historic sites, including French Quarter and Garden District. Taxi Lyft Uber transport (& Uber Eats) options available. Walking and biking are two great options, as many historic/places of interest are within a 1-10 minute walk/bike ride. Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.