Full Kitchen, Downtown Laurel Walkable, Coffee Bar

Laurel, Mississippi
$220 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
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Mississippi Authors Retreat – A Literary Getaway in Downtown Laurel
Escape into the world of Southern literature at The Mississippi Authors Retreat, a one-of-a-kind boutique stay at The Artistry in downtown Laurel. Perfect for book lovers and explorers, this charming literary-themed suite surrounds you with a curated collection of works by Mississippi’s most celebrated authors while offering luxurious comfort and modern amenities.

Located next to The Loft and justmoments from HGTV’s Home Town hotspots, this retreat blends history, creativity, and relaxation in the heart of Laurel.

Unwind with a great book, soak in the city’s artisan charm, and let literature be the highlight of your stay. Book now!

A Book Lover’s Dream in the Heart of Mississippi
Step into a literary escape where every detail is crafted to celebrate Mississippi’s rich storytelling tradition. Whether you're a literature enthusiast, a history buff, or just looking for a unique stay, this suite offers an immersive experience in the works of William Faulkner, Eudora Welty, Jesmyn Ward, and more.

️ King-size luxury bed – Plush comfort for the ultimate relaxation.
Curated library of Mississippi authors – Immerse yourself in Southern literature.
Literary-themed decor – Celebrating the voices that shaped Mississippi’s stories.
En-suite bathroom with spa-quality toiletries – A tranquil retreat.
☕ Keurig coffee bar – The perfect companion for a morning read.
Smart TV with YouTubeTV – Stay entertained after a day of exploring.
❄️ Air conditioning & complimentary Wi-Fi – Comfort and connectivity at your fingertips.

Prime Location – Explore Downtown Laurel on Foot
Located in the heart of downtown Laurel, this boutique suite is steps away from the city’s best dining, shopping, and cultural landmarks.

Laurel Mercantile Co. – Shop unique artisan goods & literary souvenirs.
️ Lauren Rogers Museum of Art – Experience Mississippi’s creative legacy.
Oak Street Historic District – A charming stroll through history.
️ Savor Southern flavors at The Loft and nearby restaurants.

Whether you're here for HGTV’s Home Town experience, a book-filled retreat, or an arts-inspired adventure, everything is within walking distance!

Traveling with a Group Rent the Entire Boutique Hotel!
Planning a bachelorette trip, wedding party stay, family reunion, or group getaway The Artistry offers four uniquely themed luxury suites, allowing you and your group to enjoy both private accommodations and shared spaces for socializing.

Relax on the shared covered balcony—complete with a fire pit and grills, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring.
Each suite offers a unique artistic experience, celebrating Mississippi’s culture, literature, music, and photography.
‍♂️ Stay in the heart of downtown Laurel, just steps from The Loft, local shops, and HGTV’s Home Town hotspots.

Whether you’re four couples traveling together, a bridal party looking for a stylish retreat, or a group of friends exploring the charm of Laurel, The Artistry is the perfect place to stay.

✨ Book the entire boutique hotel today for a one-of-a-kind group experience!
Check out our profile for the listing.

Each suite offers a unique tribute to Mississippi’s artisans, with top-tier amenities and prime access to downtown Laurel.

✨ Why Stay at Mississippi Authors Retreat
⭐ The only literary-themed boutique stay in Laurel
⭐ Exclusive book collection featuring Mississippi authors
⭐ Located in the heart of downtown – walk to everything!
⭐ A perfect retreat for book lovers, history buffs, and creatives
⭐ Luxury, comfort, and an unforgettable experience

Don’t just visit Laurel—experience its literary soul. Book now for an inspiring and unforgettable stay!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Firepit
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 3

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Review Review

  • William A

    Submitted Dec 9, 2025

    Stayed Dec 5, 2025

    The room was spotless and had tons of character. Great location! Once we parked we just walked becauseoerything was so cli

  • Barry

    Submitted Nov 23, 2025

    Stayed Nov 19, 2025

    Booked for anniversary trip from Dallas. Very clean, walkable to restaurants and downtown shopping. Really didn’t need vehicle. Took the laurelhome golf cart tour around HGTV “Hometown” renovated homes. We would definitely stay again!

  • Elizabeth

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    We have a great visit in Laurel. Our lodging was perfect for walking all around the downtown area. Every morning we walked the beautiful surrounding neighborhood. We walked to great dining spots within a couple of blocks. Highly recommend!!!

  • Kevin

    Submitted Apr 3, 2025

    Stayed Mar 22, 2025

    What a great location…right in the heart of the old downtown Laurel. Everything was so convenient. The host was very knowledgeable and accommodating to my needs. The furnishings were high level and the bed was amazingly comfortable.

  • Tammy

    Submitted Jun 21, 2024

    Stayed Jun 14, 2024

    Nice place to stay. Great communication with owner. Downtown so walkable to everything!

  • Ryan F.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    This was an unbelievable location in Laurel with fantastic proximity to restaurants and shopping. The wood floors are amazing and simply ooze all the charm and history you would expect from a residential building in downtown Laurel. What doesn’t really come through on the photos is the tall ceilings throughout the unit—it makes everything feel spacious and comfortable. The theme was so well done with the famous Mississippi authors and books on the shelf—it helped to connect the location and give a sense of place. Superb communication from host and experienced great follow up on a very minor need that was resolved quickly. Had a coffee maker with coffee and set up for a day or two—so no need to go to store for a short stay…so convenient. Check in and check out easy and smooth. In totality, this place was kind of a masterclass in VRBO experience. Well done.

  • Diane J.

    Submitted Oct 17, 2025

    Stayed Oct 14, 2025

    Overall, we enjoyed our stay in this unit -- there were a few housekeeping hiccups and we shared a few suggestions with the owner to improve functionality to enhance future guests' experience. It is unique, decorated very nicely, very comfortable and the space is used efficiently. The location is very close to local shops and restaurants (recommend eating at the Loft next door - was great). To be noted, there are two entries into the building -- one in an alley by the parking lot and one in the front of the building. The unit was overall tidy but there were a few areas that could have used a deeper clean.

  • Dean S.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Oct 6, 2025

    A great place to stay while in town sight seeing. Walking distance to just about everything.

  • Tony T.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Wonderful getaway! The place was clean, cozy, and inviting, with excellent communication from the host. Conveniently located within walking distance to shops, restaurants, museum, and more.

  • Ashley P.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Conveniently located in downtown-walking distance to local attractions/restaurants. Was a little hard to find the entrance as the door is tucked between business, but plenty of free parking behind the building with entrances in front and back. Nicely decorated with nice appliances, but could use additional dishes, which I advised the owner of. Comfortable bed, AC works great! Water pressure is low, but could be because the building is older. Advised owner that the place needs more wash cloths. Excellent steakhouse next door-The Loft. Overall, very nice, clean, centrally located place. Owner was easy to get in touch with and very responsive.

  • allen N.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2025

    Stayed Sep 23, 2025

    Everything was as stated.

  • Tex G.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2025

    Stayed Aug 19, 2025

    Great location downtown and pizza close by for dinner.

  • ANGELA L.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2025

    Stayed Aug 21, 2025

    Great location. Cute town. Our host was very attentive and the place was nice. Home Slice, The Loft and Lees Coffee were delicious. Our host for golf cart tour was very knowledgeable and funny. The museum was very interesting and staff was very friendly. Nice to see small towns coming back to life. The music playing on speakers downtown near The Loft was nice. Made sitting outside enjoyable.

  • Clay K.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2025

    Stayed Aug 13, 2025

    The room was a great place to stay! It was clean and cozy! Located in the middle of all the shops and restaurants. We were able to walk to everything! Would recommend to anyone!

  • John A. T.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2025

    Stayed Aug 4, 2025

    Overall great experience. Walkable to downtown Laurel. Very relaxing.

  • Angey L.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 27, 2025

    Great location and proximity to all things Laurel. Duper nice design, well appointed kitchen. Lovely to get wofts of fresh baked pizza from the restaurant below. Woyld definitely book this again.

  • Brandy G.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 26, 2025

    Visiting Laurel has been on my wish list for a few years now. Finding this property right in the heart of downtown was an excellent idea. The apartment is wonderfully decorated and mixes the old charm of the building with a ton of modern touches. The back entrance was a little icky since the local restaurant workers use it for smoke breaks. We just used the front entrance instead. I would consider staying here again passing through Laurel.

  • Patti M.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2025

    Stayed Jun 8, 2025

    We had a great stay. We rolled into town at 5:13 and our room was just so cozy. Everything was clean and tidy. Very good location! Easy access to everything for sure that’s what in the downtown area. We atePoboys at the Commissary. The shrimp was excellent! The Creamery was tasty as well. Enjoyed Ben and Erin’s shops. We will be back from Illinois again and thank you for your hospitality!

  • Cyndi G.

    Submitted Apr 24, 2025

    Stayed Apr 21, 2025

    I travel 4-5x/year to Laurel on business. I also find a little time to enjoy the town. This is my second time staying in one of their properties, and I love the location, cleanliness, friendliness of the host, and spacious accommodations. They truly think of everything. Checking in and out is simple and not draining on the consumer. I highly recommend any of their vacation rentals.

  • Robert B.

    Submitted Mar 18, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    We love going to small towns on long weekends and this was the perfect spot to be within walking distance of all the great downtown Laurel spots.

  • Neal P.

    Submitted Jan 22, 2025

    Stayed Jan 7, 2025

    Nice place and walking distance to many restaurants and shops

  • Laura S.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    Great accommodation.

  • KENNETH R.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 15, 2024

    GREAT

  • Mark & Penni L.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2024

    Stayed Jun 6, 2024

    Very cute apartment. Exceptionally clean! Easy peasy check in. Great communication with owners. Perfect downtown location. Highly recommend staying here and visiting Laurel. Every place we had dinner, met so many nice local people who were extremely friendly!

  • Ed H.

    Submitted May 29, 2024

    Stayed May 26, 2024

    A fantastic location in downtown Laurel! The suite is incredibly decorated and well appointed. Would certainly recommend it!

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