Historic Guesthouse in Downtown Laurel

Laurel, Mississippi
$173 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 3

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Stay in the Guest House of a Laurel home on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1909, the main house, Carriage House, and Guest House boast Mediterranean architecture on the City Beautiful's loveliest avenue. The newly renovated Guest House overlooks the back garden with its own gated entrance. Enjoy the private garden from two porch swings. Walk past some of HGTV’s Hometown houses to Laurel’s historic downtown or Lauren Rogers Museum of Art — both a block away.

The space
The Guest House is a stand-alone house behind the main house, separated by a garden. The garden can be explored or enjoyed from 2 porch swings. The entire estate is enclosed by lattice and iron fences. The house is of historic construction with heart-pine floors, high ceiling, and clay tile roof. It is a miniature of the main house, with a porch and four rooms: foyer, living room/kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. The living room and kitchen have nothing but outside shutters to filter the sunlight coming through three 6 1/2-foot-tall windows, making it look like lace. The antique and vintage living room furniture is perfect for afternoon tea. Enjoy the fully-outfitted kitchen and eating at the J. Parker table.

The bedroom is extra comfy with a queen adjustable bed and memory foam mattress. There is also a twin bed in the same room. Extra pillows and blankets in the closet. A walk-in closet provides plenty of space for hang-up clothes and suitcase. The antique furnishings and Victorian lamp feel like “home.” The triple-baffle blinds and to-the-floor curtains make this room snuggly; they can block out all light or let the light flood in! The sound of the fountain outside can be heard when all is quiet. The TV streams Sling TV, Amazon Prime, Brit Box, Masterpiece Theater and various other channels for after a long day of touring.

The bathroom is state-of-the-art European style. Ladies, nothing says “relax” like a bath in the footed slipper tub, then drying off with a towel from the towel warmer! The slipper tub is also convenient for bathing little ones with its hand-shower feature. The glass and tile shower (with handicap bar) was built with tall people in mind, sporting a 7-foot-tall shower head as well as hand shower. A front-load washer and dryer is there for your convenience; detergent provided. The remodeling of this house was completed in 2021.

Other things to note
There are 5 steps with no hand rail you must be able to walk up between the iron gate and the lattice gate. Additionally, there are 2 steps to get upon the porch and 3 steps into the house - both with hand rails.

Under no circumstances will pets or smoking be acceptable anywhere on the property. We have our own Samwise the bunny who hops around the garden freely, and my family is allergic to dog/cat hair and smoke. So please allow us to offer others a smoke-free, allergen free environment. We also do not allow parties, professional photo shoots, or any illegal activity on the property.

If you are expecting guests not registered on the rental agreement, please check with me first. An infant in addition to 3 registered guests is usually okay, but please let me know when making the reservation so I can provide what is needed.

When planning your trip, please note that many businesses and almost all eating places downtown are closed on Mondays. I have a studio apartment next door that sleeps 2 if your party is too large for the Guest House. Contact me to see if it is available.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Composting Eco-friendly Cleaning Products Provided Local Artist Showcase Local Culture & Ecosystem Education Locally-owned & Organized Tours & Activities Unit Size: 700 Sq Ft (65 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden Outdoor Furniture Porch Or Lanai
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hunting Nearby Rafting Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Safe
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas Visual Alarms In Hallways Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 01:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 3

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Review Review

  • Ben T.

    Submitted Feb 9, 2026

    Stayed Feb 6, 2026

    This place truly deserves the reviews you see. It was very clean and the host was so welcoming. Dawn was sure to let us know about the town and just made sure the guest house was as pleasant a stay as it could be. Be sure to read the packet in the sitting room if you want to know about the town and what to do. The area around the house is wonderful to walk through and see all the old homes.

  • Karen T.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2026

    Stayed Jan 1, 2026

    The guest house was very clean, comfortable beds, furniture and a porch with two swings to relax after a day of shopping in Laurel. Dawn the property host was very accommodating and attentive if we had any questions about our stay in Laurel. Neighborhood where the property is located is in the historic district. We would definitely stay at this property on our next trip to beautiful Laurel.

  • Jaime G.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    I can’t say enough nice things about our stay. The house is so cute!! The owner is so friendly and thoughtful! Location is perfect! I would definitely stay here again!

  • Peggy B.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2025

    Stayed Sep 15, 2025

    Guest house is beautiful, exceptionally clean and well stocked. Perfect area! Dawn is a wonderful host and kept in touch throughout our stay and responded very quickly to any questions. Highly recommend staying here if you’re looking for an original location.

  • Chuck H.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    Absolute perfection. Would not change anything. Dawn was superior. We feel like we left with a friend. Place was extremely nice and prepared.

  • Allen W.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 17, 2025

    Great location, walking distance to downtown and for viewing historic houses in the neighborhood. The museum is also just down the road. Dawn and her husband are fantastic hosts, some of the nicest people you'll ever meet. The house was spotless and exactly as the pictures show. I could go on and on, just book it; I promise you won't be disappointed.

  • Billie G.

    Submitted May 15, 2025

    Stayed May 13, 2025

    Such a cute, cozy little home -decorated so nicely, great extra touches like snacks and some breakfast goodies, adorable bunnies in the yard, porch swing, walking distance to old downtown, such pretty old craftsmen homes and big trees line the streets. We even saw the “Home Town” crew filming 3 doors down which was so cool. Dawn was such a welcoming host and gave us so much useful information and history of the area. Such a wonderful stay. So glad we were able to stay there.

  • Janice N.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    Lovely Guest House and staff. Loved the historic info and beautiful property.

  • Jamey C.

    Submitted Apr 26, 2025

    Stayed Apr 23, 2025

    Dawn our hostess communicated with us daily.She prepared a city guide for us that had suggestions for us to visit along with restaurants and menu s..she also supplied us wit snacks and breakfst items.

  • Lynn H.

    Submitted Apr 11, 2025

    Stayed Apr 4, 2025

    This place was so amazing! We came for our nephew's wedding just a block away so we could walk to it. We enjoyed the peace and quiet and the property manager gave us a history lesson of Laurel. The bunnies running around the back yard were fun and porch swings were great to sit out on. House is incredibly sturdy as we had a storm that we barely felt.

  • Brian D.

    Submitted Mar 25, 2025

    Stayed Mar 15, 2025

    The guesthouse was so well equipped and it was very comfortable and decorated so cute. Dawn was delightful, friendly and informative. We really enjoyed watching her adorable bunnies frolicking in the yard.

  • Gail L.

    Submitted Mar 24, 2025

    Stayed Mar 21, 2025

    Three adult sisters enjoyed a lovely weekend stay in beautiful downtown Laurel. Dawn was a gracious host. Excellent communication and a personal welcome upon arrival. The guesthouse was immaculate and her attention to detail was superb. We felt completely at home. We were in walking distance of the museum and the beautiful downtown neighborhood. Would definitely recommend this historic guesthouse for your stay. Great job, Dawn! Thanks for your hospitality.

  • Debra B.

    Submitted Mar 21, 2025

    Stayed Mar 19, 2025

    Bucket trip for all things Hometown The historic cottage was surrounded by hometown renovation houses. Dawn made us feel so welcome. We loved sitting on swing drinking coffee and watching the bunnies hop around. The cottage was better than the pictures. Cozy and beautiful decor. Walkable to historic area. So great!!

  • jennifer p.

    Submitted Mar 1, 2025

    Stayed Feb 26, 2025

    This was by far one of the most well-appointed accommodations we have ever had. The host went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and comfortable. Watching the rabbits in her gorgeous gardens was a bonus.

  • Rebecca J.

    Submitted Dec 10, 2024

    Stayed Dec 3, 2024

    It was the best place I have ever stayed. Dawn was a wonderful host. It was everything I imagined and more!!!

  • Charles S.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    A wonderful place to relax, read, sit on the porch swing and listen to the water fountain while watching bunnies hop around the garden. It is a walkable area and the beautiful homes on the tree-lined streets are a sight to see. It is very close to downtown also. The host is gracious and has a lot of helpful information. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again!

  • Lloyd C.

    Submitted Oct 25, 2024

    Stayed Oct 22, 2024

    Excellent place and the host was the best.

  • Alice H.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    The hostess was very welcoming and shared a lot of the history of her property and the community. The cottage was decorated beautifully and nicely stocked. She had brochures to help us plan our stay.

  • Scott M. C.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2024

    Stayed Aug 26, 2024

    Dawn and Jerry's Guesthouse was impeccable! It was quaint, warm and comfortable. We enjoyed spending time on the porch swing and visiting the bunnies. I was surprised at how close it was to downtown Laurel. Dawn was very accessible whenever we needed anything.

  • Rosalyn H.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2024

    Stayed Jul 17, 2024

    My husband and I could not have had a more enjoyable time anywhere than we did in Laurel. Our correspondence with Dawn even before we arrived was excellent. From the moment we arrived and were welcomed by Dawn, we knew we were exactly where we needed to be. Her precious guesthouse was surrounded by beautiful gardens, relaxing fountains and two front porch swings. Dawn had provided everything we needed for our three night stay from snacks to breakfast to sweet tea. She even gifted us with a jar of homemade jelly. In addition, we got to meet the garden bunnies! Dawn made us feel welcomed like family.

  • Thomas B.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2024

    Stayed Jul 4, 2024

    From the moment we stepped out of our vehicle it was like stepping back in time while still having all the modern comforts necessary to make our stay unforgettable. Miss Dawn made sure we had everything we could possibly need and even provided exceptional southern treats like homemade muscadine jelly and freshly brewed sweet tea. On a scale of 1 to 10 our stay was a 12!

  • michael J.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    The property is fabulous! The owners were fantastic- they made you feel like family

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$173+
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