#2 Gem In Historic District of New Orleans, a super cozy stay

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260.4 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

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New Orleans, LA

Royal Street

12 min walk

Frenchmen Street

18 min walk

Bourbon Street

4 min drive

New Orleans, LA (NEW-Lakefront)

19 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

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Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

This historic home has been carefully designed to provide a very cozy stay. The independent one bedroom apartment/studio with a very ample sleeping quarters including sitting spaces, a separate room for the eat in kitchen, well equipped and with direct access to the beautiful backyard and shared laundry room . All was designed for comfortable modern living
Located in the historic district of Bywater, once considered a bohemian neighborhood, now a riverside mix of arts, industry, outdoor murals, street markets, parks, small festivals and residential life. It's laid back charm creates this very unique experience.
The apartment is surrounded by most of the shops, restaurants, artists shops, bars and coffee places of the neighborhood.
A leisurely walk is mandatory in the Bywater neighborhood.

Property manager

Matilde Alberny

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Water view

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Dryer

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Absolutely no smoking inside.Smoking fine $500.00

Tenants must be considerate 24 hours of every day -Not boisterous or disorderly conduct - Not undue noise/disturbance/nuisance - No Smoking

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

Long-term renters welcome

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

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

New Orleans

Located on a river, this apartment is in Bywater, a neighbourhood in New Orleans. Julia Street Cruise Terminal and Port of New Orleans are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Jackson Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Caesars Superdome or Smoothie King Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

New Orleans, LA

What's nearby

Bourbon Street - 4 min drive
Jackson Square - 5 min drive
Canal Street - 6 min drive
Caesars New Orleans Casino - 6 min drive
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center - 7 min drive

Getting around

New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 16 min drive
Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop - 19 min walk
New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪N7 - ‬8 min walk
‪Elizabeth's Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
‪Anna's - ‬9 min walk
‪Capt Sal's Seafood & Chicken - ‬5 min walk
‪St Coffee - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is #2 Gem In Historic District of New Orleans, a super cozy stay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at #2 Gem In Historic District of New Orleans, a super cozy stay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #2 Gem In Historic District of New Orleans, a super cozy stay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is #2 Gem In Historic District of New Orleans, a super cozy stay located?

Located in Bywater, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mississippi River, Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street. Canal Street and Caesars New Orleans Casino are also within 3 miles (5 km). Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop is 19 minutes by foot and French Market Stop is 20 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Roberta M.

5 Dec 2019

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

Great location!

Ideal location in wonderful neighborhood. We were easily able to walk to French Quarter and other attractions.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

5 Nov 2019

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

Our stay was wonderful....place was beautiful, clean, and Quiet.

I will use VRBO again....and my property manager again if I go back to New Orleans.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jordan E.

15 Oct 2019

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

Cozy and private

Loved the place, stocked with thoughtful amenities, Spotless and easy to get in touch with the home owner. Loved the neighborhood!

6/10 Okay

Angi R.

24 July 2019

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

Disliked: Location

Vacay

The studio was very nice but the whole area is not. I sadly have never seen so many homeless people in my life. Its honestly very sad to see. To say that the french quarter is nice is crazy. The whole area does not leave much to be desired.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

16 July 2019

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

Cozy

Small but has everything we needed...perfect for two people. Parking was the only downside.

10/10 Excellent

Denay B.

9 July 2019

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

Great Experience.

The studio was everything that was expected. Easy in and out. I would definitely recommend the sight and the owner.

10/10 Excellent

Martha I.

18 Apr 2019

Fabulous apartment!

We loved our stay here! It's so quiet and feels like a true neighborhood, while still an easy walk or bike ride from Frenchmen Street and all the action in the French Quarter. The bed was very comfortable and the reclining chair was great (the loveseat less so). The kitchen was more than adequate for our needs, since we mostly went out for meals other than breakfast. The back patio was a lovely spot for those breakfasts! We loved finding new spots nearby and revisiting favorite ones from previous trips; Parleaux Beer Lab and the St. Roch Market were fantastic finds, and Satsuma and Pizza Delicious are as good as we remembered. We went EVERYWHERE on those Blue Bikes and found them easy, fun, and a cost-effective choice for getting around. In/near the Quarter, Mona's Cafe has terrific Middle Eastern food and Green Goddess has delicious vegetarian-friendly options. Further afield, Shaya offers an amazing lunch, and City Park is great to explore and has a first-rate sculpture garden. Thanks for the lovely accommodations, Matilde! We'll be back...

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S., Saint Louis area

3 Apr 2019

Lovely spot for couple's weekend.

Great location that is about a mile walk from the quarter. So many great little cafes and restaurants right in the neighborhood itself. We felt safe walking through such an eclectic, funky neighborhood. The place is as advertised, clean, stocked and great for two. Parking was always accessible and free on the street in front. Owner was very welcoming and responsive to all messages. Will search for this place when we visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kai S.

31 Mar 2019

Great place to stay with great hosts!

We had a great stay. Gustavo and Matilde are amazing hosts, that are always available and have great tips for the neighboorhood. If you're lucky you can take a look into their atelier and see some of their amazing art! The neighboorhood is also great, with plenty of amazing restaurants and bars nearby and just a short walk to the french quarter.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

29 Mar 2019

Perfectly lovely

The place was beautiful and just what we needed. The location couldn’t have been better: charming with lots of close-by options, but also just a short bike ride to Frenchman or the French Quarter. Matilde was a wonderful host and very accommodating.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Derek F.

15 Mar 2019

Great place!

We really enjoyed our accommodations!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten C.

10 Nov 2018

Great Idea on my part

It was such a great idea to stay in Bywater at this house! The neighborhood was extremely quiet & safe. The house was great! Just enough space. My only critique would be that the bathroom didn’t seem to be cleaned. It wasn’t filthy, but it wasn’t spotless either. But to be fair, we arrived very early and the cleaning person may have rushed to accommodate us, which we appreciated! Overall, I highly recommend this property and would do it again in a heartbeat!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shalla B.

29 Aug 2018

Very clean, quiet and safe. Very enjoyable

I enjoyed my stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alex S., Austin,TX

4 May 2018

Great location, clean, safe and quiet, we enjoyed it!

We did not want to stay in the French quarter, though it would be a bit too much, and hoped that this place will be a good fit for us. We are glad we made this choice, location-wise it's pretty close to French quarter, we walked all the time, might time included. The neighborhood has quite a few neat bars and restaurants, overall - we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely consider coming back again!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Bobbi G., Austin,TX

17 Apr 2018

This place really cute place.

We came down for the music festival and a great time! It was nice to come back to this little quiet place afterwards.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marshiq W., Rancho Cucamonga, CA

19 July 2017

Quaint house - comfortable accommodations for two.

After several stays in NOLA we decided to venture into Bywater area to stay for Essence festival. Nice & quiet neighborhood, off the beaten path. Close enough to all the action and just an Uber away. Uber was the most convenient transport and most affordable. Matilde provided pleasant and ease of conversation via Home Away app. No concerns, no problems arose. Neighborhood markets and eateries were great and within comfortable walking distance from residence. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will return for a future stay. Matilde, thankyou for your gracious accommodations!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H., Hightstown, NJ, US

18 Apr 2017

Awesome!

The apartment is perfectly appointed. Everything you need. Clean & comfortable. Great back deck to enjoy your morning coffee or a cocktail. Quiet neighborhood, the apartment is in the back of a great shotgun house, so no street noise. If you'd like to be away from the tourist traps of the quarter, and can tolerate the occasional hipster, than this is a great place to spend time.

Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Matilde A., New Orleans

6 Mar 2017

Perfect, all of it

perfect location, beautiful apartment, independent, clean, super comfortable, great art, backyard, porch... PERFECT

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Steve and Jackie R.

5 June 2016

Bywater serenity

My wife and I recently made another trip to the New Orleans area and this time decided to get a little further away from the quarter to enjoy some peace and quiet at night rather than the constant revelry which seems to revolve around the quarter 24 hours a day, we were not disappointed. Our stay at Matilde Albery's compact but very comfortable shotgun home was a success. The place was pretty easy to find and was clean, quiet and very easy to use. We were happy with the spacious, private deck out back and thrilled with the quiet of this eclectic neighborhood. On the days that air conditioning was a must, we found the temperature to be perfect and the bed was very comfortable. The number of eateries and retail in the immediate area were not as prolific as we had expected but it didn't take too long to walk into the major restaurant and bar areas around and in the quarter. The Country Club bar around the corner was a people-watching adventure both times we went. We did discover a foot bridge towards the river that spilled out onto a beautiful waterfront park and the walkway on the other side led us straight to the French Market about fifteen minutes away. The architecture and personalities we encountered in the area were very diverse, and full of character so we never were at a loss for something new to occupy our exploration of the area. Our hosts, although we never met in person, were helpful and the beer and chocolate in the fridge, (although we didn't partake of either), were a generous and hospitable gesture. We strongly recommend this rental to anyone visiting the area who is interested in great proximity to all that is New Orleans without all the sounds that keep you awake when it's time to relax. (I must be getting old). Thanks for the hospitality.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

18 May 2016

The description of apartment on vrbo doesn't "sell" this property but I hope my review will!

This is a very nicely equipped apartment in a historic, double shotgun home that has been very nicely refurbished. 600 square feet is more than adequate space, owners provide coffee and coffee supplies (big deal to me to not have to go find that the first minute!) as well as plenty of toilet paper (some vrbo's give you just enough to get started and that's a hassle). Plenty of storage, and good instructions on how to use the fans and lights, with remotes. This is a GREAT neighborhood. There is a 150 year old church just down the street with a charming bell that rings on the hour; Crescent Park is five minutes away and it's a lovely park where you can walk or ride bikes into the city; uber is available for easy transportation and costs about $7-10 depending where you're going. There is a lot of rehabilitation going on in this neighborhood and streets toward St. Claude St. feel a little sketchy at first, but we felt safe walking that direction (although not at night). If you head toward the river, that part of the neighborhood is moving along in it's gentrification process and there are lovely homes to see as well as incredible restaurants. We ate at several highly reviewed restaurants in other neighborhoods and the best food was in the Bywater nearby this rental. Try Mariza, Elizabeth's and Oaxlis to start. If you want to enjoy a New Orleans neighborhood, with real people, this is a great option. Things to keep in mind if booking this property: You enter your apartment on the side of the house at the back (this was unclear to me so I add it here). Right where you get the key is the door you enter--not the front door; Oven is gas; furniture is modern--to me this meant a somewhat hard mattress and the futon to sit on was fairly small. I'd recommend a wing chair for putting on shoes and a mattress topper; the garden is clean but could use some plants; laundry room very nice; TV is cable/Netflix only. Don't expect the big three channels (ABC, NBC or CBS); wifi excellent; sheets were excellent quality but we could have used more hand towels and bath mats. Be brave and leave the French Quarter behind!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 May 2016

The apartment was the ideal spot

We were in a great neighborhood within walking distance to the French Quarter. The apartment had everything we needed for a great vacation. They owners were very helpful. Can not wait to go back.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

21 Apr 2016

Beautiful place to stay!

This rental space was beautiful and clean! All parts of the city were easily accessible from this location! Great restaurants and coffee shops nearby. The owners were very accommodating! Can't wait to come back!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary H., Burlington

30 Mar 2016

Lovely in virtually every way.

So, I had a reservation at a different apartment and learned 2 hours before my flight to NOLA that that apt had been shut down due to a termite infestation. Needless to say I was pressed to find a new spot. I made about 10 calls and Mathilde answered the phone and quickly set me up in their place. 9 hours later she was meeting me at the door! The apt is much larger than it looks with a separated kitchen area which is not that clear in the photos. It was beautifully equipped and clean and fresh. Mathilde and Gustavo were in the midst of renovating the front porch and the back garden space so I didn't get to use those which just means I'll have to go back! Mathilde and Gustavo are great hosts and were available for questions, to show me the art studio (both are amazing artists) and to bring me a broom when I dragged in some construction dust. I highly recommend this rental. I felt safe at all times, there are great restaurants and shopping just down the block and the walk into the old city along Crescent Park is beautiful!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2016

About the host

Hosted by Matilde Alberny

Greetings! We are Matilde and Gustavo, both visual artists. We came in 1999 to NewOrleans for an exhibit of Gustavo and barely few hours later fell irrevocably in love with the city.
Gustavo is a well-known artist and regularly shows abroad and other cities of the United States. His work (and mine) are permanently on display at Kezic Gallery in the FrenchQuarter. You might want to organize a visit to Gustavo’s art studio in the Bywater.
We moved to New Orleans where we found a perfect mélange of village and city life with great entertainment. We are foodies, finding wonderful dining experiences in New Orleans is easy and are plentiful. We stroll while sipping our drinks (it’s “legal” here) and enjoy our architectural treasures in the afternoon, meet friends or chase fabulous music at the many venues and festivals around the city. And most of it, if not all can be done walking!
We are owners and managers of our property. We like to personally greet our visitors if possible. We are attentive to all of our guests needs and inquiries but understand that we are not part of the planned vacation. We are available if needed.

Why they chose this property

We were enamored by the laid back ambiance of the Bywater, a gorgeous and dynamic historic district just blocks away from the French Quarter. We were seduced by the relaxed tone of this quaint, artsy and eclectic neighborhood. So we established our art studio on Dauphine.
The Bywater is the perfect area to enjoy a true local NOLA experience, very close to everything, but far enough to be quiet at night. It is a treasure!
In harmony with the innovative spirit of the residents of the Bywater, restaurants and cafes are gathering attention from around the country, great food is being cooked here! The art and entertainment scene is hip and varied and something amazing is always going on.
As one of our awesome guests said: “Be brave and leave the French Quarter behind!”

What makes this property unique

You will enjoy the laziness of the backyard, sitting in the front porch while the interesting characters that live in the Bywater go about their businesses. An stroll through the neighborhood is a wonderful experience.