On river.A stay at this cottage places you within half a mile (1 km) of Mississippi River and 3 miles (5 km) of Ochsner Health Center For Children - Destrehan. Imtt Field and St. Charles Parish West Bank Bridge Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
St. Charles Parish West Bank Bridge Park - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
Caesars Superdome - 26 min drive - 34.2 km
Tulane University - 28 min drive - 26.6 km
Bourbon Street - 28 min drive - 35.7 km
Getting around
New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 28 min drive
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Gonzo's Smokehouse & BBQ - 10 min drive
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Truck Farm Tavern - 2 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 13 min drive
Mariano's - 13 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
River Cottage minutes away from the Airport. Walking Trail & Park nearby.
Charming Cottage with all the amenities nestled in a quiet, safe neighborhood with a nearby walking trail and park. Newly-constructed 3 bedrooms with queen-sized beds, 2 bathrooms, open kitchen dining room floor plan, modern appliances, washer/dryer, spacious deck and long driveway. It is located 10 minutes away from the Airport with easy access to the French Quarters and surrounding attractions. Come enjoy the natural beauty of the Bayou and the culinary genius of the Creole cuisine.
Property manager
Walter Ellis
Property amenities
Internet
WiFi available
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Toaster
Spices
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Paper towels
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Soap
Shampoo
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Games
Outdoor areas
Patio
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Near laundromat
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the river
Things to do
Fitness facilities nearby
Basketball nearby
Fishing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
River Cottage minutes away from the Airport. Walking Trail & Park nearby. Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
LaQuandra C.
10 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
The place was great and smelled really clean on arrival
LaQuandra C.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Aimee H.
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family weekend
The river cottage was close to family we were visiting in Destrehan. 4 of us stayed including my infant nephew. Check in info was provided early the day of our arrival and was so easy. There was everything you could need including snacks, laundry and a pack’n play for my nephew. The place is so put together and just adorable. The beds were so comfortable! Would definitely stay again!
Aimee H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sandy D.
26 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Pet-friendly, thoughtful host
Safe, quiet, clean location on the levee away from the hustle of New Orleans yet still conveniently close to attractions, stores, etc. Walter goes above and beyond for pet guests. Wonderfully responsive and hospitable host!
Sandy D.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer B.
24 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
NO2024
This property is beautiful. It is very well maintained. It has a wonderful amount of space. It was perfect for what we needed.
Jennifer B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephani W.
18 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
Very clean! Love the little touches. Well stocked! Comfortable place to stay!
Stephani W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
James V.
17 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage w/surprising space and charm
Booked for short visit to NOLA. Couldn't have been better. Host was very responsive. Decor was fresh and fun. Surprise was the amount of space inside. Will definitely book again next time we visit. P.S Coffee was greatly appreciated
James V.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah M.
6 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Gem of a Home!
This was our first time in New Orleans & let me just say that this place was GORGEOUS! The host was incredibly nice & responsive. Very easy check in process & a great place to stay. Will definitely stay again if ever back in New Orleans! Thanks to the host!
Sarah M.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dawn J.
29 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip
We took a family trip to NOLA for the Taylor Swift concert. We loved the house! Very clean and was stocked well with anything we needed.
This was a very elegant and lovely home! Would love to stay hear longer next time. ;)
Evelyn
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jada B.
8 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING
I loved the house, it was nice & clean. Had complimentary snacks & water. The host was really nice. AMAZING STAY!
Jada B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wende T.
14 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, quiet, and cozy
My family was in town for the JDM Visionary conference and couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay! The home is clean, quiet, and cozy. It was the perfect place to relax during services and quiet at night. Walter was a great host and very responsive to messages. We will definitely be staying again the next time we are in town!
Wende T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bradd R.
31 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Very clean, hospitable place to stay
Bradd R.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
James T., New Orleans, USA
4 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very accommodating!
The hosts were fabulous, easy communication, very well appointed property and they even loaded the kids up with activity books and treats for the stay. If you’re looking for a safe space out of the city to stay at while you’re visit New Orleans, this is the place!
James T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shelly R.
27 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to stay out of the way.
This property was the perfect place to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the city. There are amazing restaurant options close by for ease of use. Walter helped make our reunion easy and relaxing!
Shelly R.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sharmayne T., Houston, TX
22 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
I loved the decorations in the home! Everything was provided that was needed.
Sharmayne T.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jada C.
6 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The house was so pretty and cleaned. Had papers with instructions for everything and anything if the little things you forget to bring on a trip they had it
Jada C.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paula C.
7 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Daughter lives in Drestrahan
Daughter was in Cleopatra parade we came to see parades and show our friends New Orleans left New Orleans Monday heading over to Panama City Beach to another VRBO Walter was a great host we would stay there again
Paula C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joan J., Ocala, Florida USA
14 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for pets! Beautiful home in quiet area near NO
Solo travelling with 3 small dogs from FL to Mexico and so grateful to have found this VRBO. Though I was frustrated by some glitches with the VRBO system, the house and host were fantastic. The price was high but that's because it was more house than I actually needed but the best fit I could find for my needs. It is definitely worth it if you have more people staying!
Joan J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
robert h.
24 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
VRBO stay
Entire house is beautiful and very clean with all the amenities.. very nicely decorated throughout.. the area is quiet and easily accessible to the expressway.. I'd highly recommend!
robert h.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alyssiya A.
13 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
We had a great time. Location is easy to get to and near the interstate. About 30 minutes away from the French Quarter. Accommodations were nice and clean. Communication with the host was easy.
Alyssiya A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rob H.
27 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, convenient to New Orleans, but quiet.
The house was nice, as advertised and very clean. Owner was good to communicate with. It's in a quiet neighborhood not too far from the airport. A good alternative to staying in the much busier New Orleans proper. We'd go back.
Rob H.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amor B.
21 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable
The 5 of us enjoyed our stay in this clean and comfortable home. The neighborhood was quiet and safe right by the river. We enjoyed taking walks and visiting the plantations near by. We had everything we needed and then some. This home has a lot of thoughtful extras to make you feel at home.
Amor B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Della B.
10 Sep 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Home very beautiful like new and clean
Della B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sophie N.
17 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Parfait
Tres belle maison. Parfaitement equipe et même plus. De nombreuses attentions
Dommage que l hote ne soit pas flexible sur l heure d arrivee en ne donnant le code sue 5mn a l avance . Un peu cavalier