Hot Tub, Sauna, Cold Plunge | 3 Miles From MSU

Summary:

The Starlight Cottage is a part of the Sanders Cottage Collection — a 10-cottage micro-resort on 19 acres of land our family ran as a cattle company for two generations.



On the private porch, the wellness trio includes a hot tub, cold plunge, and sauna. All of it is just 3 miles from MSU, right on the quiet edge of town.



Same ground, new chapter, still family, and we're glad you're here.



The Space:

Starlight Cottage Overview ~



→ 1 bedroom w/ 1 King bed

→ Living area with a couch

→ Fully equipped kitchen

→ Half bath + private full bath

→ Fiber Optic Wi-Fi

→ Free parking on premises

→ Fresh linens and towels provided



Experience Overview ~



→ Private covered porch with sauna, hot tub, and cold plunge

→ Cornhole for outdoor entertainment

→ 19 acres of family land outside city limits

→ Some of the best stargazing in the area — no light pollution, just sky

→ Quiet, unhurried setting on the home place

→ Host lives on property — you're in good hands

→ Smart lock self check-in



Distances ~



A Barn Venue ⎯▹ up the street

If you're in town for a celebration, you're already close.



Mississippi State University ⎯▹ 7 min drive

Home of the Bulldogs. Game day & campus visits.



Cotton District ⎯▹ 7 min drive

Starkville's most walkable stretch w/ bars & restaurants.



Downtown Starkville ⎯▹ 7 min drive

Local shops & dining in the Mississippi college town.



FAQs

➤ Is the sauna, hot tub, and cold plunge private

Yes. The covered porch and everything on it is exclusively yours during your stay.



➤ Is parking available

Yes. Free parking is available on the property.



➤ What are the check-in and check-out times

Check-in is after 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM.



➤ How many guests can stay

The Starlight Cottage comfortably sleeps up to 4 guests.



❤️ Meet Your Hosts

We're Will, Scott, and Linda Sanders. Our grandfather Eugene started Sanders Cattle Company on this land over 40 years ago. We grew up here, and now we're glad to give in a new name and share it with you. The Sanders Cottage Collection awaits. Holler if you need anything.



Your Hosts,

The Sanders Family



Guest Access:

Self check-in via smart lock. Guests have full access to The Starlight Cottage, covered porch, sauna, hot tub, cold plunge, cornhole, and the surrounding property.



The Neighborhood:

The Sanders Cottage Collection is a micro resort on 19 acres of family ground just outside of Starkville. Ten cottages, one home place, same family that's worked this land for over 40 years. Close enough to town, far enough from the lights for you to truly enjoy the starlit sky on clear nights.



Getting Around:

A car is recommended. MSU, the Cotton District, and downtown Starkville are all 7 minutes away. A Barn Venue is just up the street. Everything else worth seeing is a short drive from the home place.



Other Things to Note:

We are located on 20 acres just outside the city limits. Its close to town but away from the lights! It does get dark out here and the stars are beautiful!



please read our house rules!



Interaction with Guests:

Self check-in via smart lock. The Sanders family is reachable by message anytime throughout your stay.