New Orleans, Louisiana
On the very edge of the Garden District with its storied streets and mysterious mansions there is one 1840's grey lady that is both wonderful and Odd above all others. Hidden in plain sight but long forgotten, the manse and its secret gardens loom behind the tall mossy walls. Passing through the the locked iron doors you are greeted to a luxurious hideaway unique to anything outside of the French Quarter.
Once inside the gates, you enter an enormous garden terrace that overlooks the main yard with lots of places to sit and relax as well as an antique outdoor dining table. Here you will find a lovely pool surrounded by old lavender stones with a fountain spouting from the creeping fig covered walls.
Two large antique French doors on the terrace open to the charming Living Room and Dining Room with very high ceilings and terra-cotta floors and a working fireplace. These rooms are decorated with European antiques and also modern sofas for comfort. Passing through an arched door there is a generous kitchen with tall wooden beamed ceilings, a 14' long stone topped island and painted exposed brick walls. The tall French doors in the kitchen provide beautiful light and great access to the pool just outside. The Kitchen is well equipped with a La Cornue range, Subzero refrigerator, large apron sink and Waterworks faucets. There is also a powder room off the kitchen.
Still on the ground floor passing through the Kitchen doorway you enter a lovely bar area which can be closed off and there is an additional truly charming Bedroom on the site of the original Stable at the Lodge. This Downstairs Bedroom also has a sofa and its own private courtyard and entrance...perfect for someone who wants a bit more privacy or a nanny etc.
Upstairs in the main house we have a generously sized Master Suite with lots of closets and an iron balcony. In the Master Suite the ceilings are 17' tall with multiple 10' windows and wooden shutters for privacy. All of the floors upstairs are antique hardwood. There is a lovely working (gas) fireplace for cooler nights as well. It is furnished as the rest of the house with many details and antiques as well as some smart modern touches. The Master Bathroom is en-suite Art Deco with a large marble soaking tub and separate shower.
Going back out and down the hall are the second and third Guest Bedrooms. Smaller but charming rooms, one includes a private outdoor terrace and one boasts huge closet space. These rooms share a Mid Century bathroom.
The house is unusual in that most bedrooms operate as their own private suite area which can really be wonderful when one wants to have privacy. Downstairs is very open and both major rooms open on to the large terrace and create a spectacular openness onto the gardens which, when the weather is good, is really wonderful. In all, you have a true hidden garden hideaway for French alfresco living!
The kitchen is AMAZING and the master bedroom is incredible! Everything else is wonderful as well, the COURTYARD! I could go on and on— well stocked, attention to detail! Loved it!
Absolutely lovely stay. The house was clean, well stocked, & beautiful. The courtyard & pool were our favorite. Hosts were excellent & location was perfect.
We came for a Tulane football weekend with friends. The home met our needs: pool, spacious, location off of Magazine Street. The owner is accommodating and generous. We hope to stay here again next year.
The property owner was very communicative and quick to respond when we needed anything. The location was great and the house was decorated very well. We loved the backyard.
We had a great time and the place was amazing! so close to everything, and it felt like home! We will be back for sure!
William and Jules are fantastic hosts..property was clean, in a great location and very charming! Jules also sent us a very helpful foodie list before we arrived - super helpful! Highly recommend!
The location was great! Walking distance to shops and the double decker bus stop. Looking forward to rebooking in the near future.
I have not received my $100 deposit back yet.
We had the most incredible long weekend at this gorgeous little getaway, tucked in an incredibly convenient area of the Lower Garden District. From the minute we arrived, the romantic ambience, sleek modern aesthetic, and high level of detail and care the hosts put into this cozy little one-bedroom were simply stunning. With a buzzing small business strip nearby, guests are within easy walking distance of great dining and drinking options, but the private little outdoor patio and comfortability of this place make staying in a live option as well. William and Julie were timely and attentive with communication and any info we requested, yet gave us our space — really stellar hosts. We loved the place so much we decided to extend our stay an extra night!
While we did not actually stay in the stable house, William provided wonderful accommodations at another very lovely location. He personally called me when a hiccup arose so we could rest assured our stay in NOLA was wonderful, even providing us with a dining list of local favorites Our location was close to Bourbon Street and many major attractions within walking distance or Blue bikes, so no need for car rental and very little Ubering. Would definitely recommend our host again and look forward to Future booking
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