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Abita Historic House

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 690 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Abita Historic House

Our newly-renovated cottage is just 43 miles from downtown New Orleans. So you can Big Easy by day. Sleep Easy at night. Abita Springs/Mandeville has been rated as the safest town in the state. OR enjoy a relaxing city escape within walking distance of the nationally-known St. Tammany Trace hiking and bicycle trail. Abita Cafe and Abita Brew Pub are just steps away. All nestled in the majestic pines of the North Shore. As one guest told us “it’s like a Hallmark movie here.”

Property manager

Cecil N Melanie Carwile

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water tubing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Unit size: 970 sq ft (90 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Historic Registered Home needs mature audience.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Abita Springs, LA

What's nearby

  • Abita Brewing Company - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Covington Trailhead - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Ochsner Health Center For Children - Covington - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Lakeview Regional Medical Center - 13 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Fontainebleau State Park - 16 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Butter Krisp Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Chimes Covington - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mugshots Grill & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Abita Brewing Co. - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Abita Historic House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Abita Historic House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Abita Historic House?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Abita Historic House located?

Situated in Abita Springs, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Abita Brewing Company and within 6 mi (10 km) of Covington Trailhead and Egan Health Care-North Shore. Ochsner Health Center For Children - Covington and Pinnacle Medical Network are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Abita Historic House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Stay
I always enjoy my stay here. Safe quiet comfortable and a perfect distance to family. Very friendly and helpful hosts Everything you need, a home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Guests to Church of the King
The couple enjoyed their stay! Very quaint and cozy. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Abita Springs
Cute town and wonderfully helpful hosts!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully restored
Very quaint house. I especially liked the comfortable mattress and bedding! I also liked the fact that we were in the middle of town and could walk to the grocery store and bakery!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Abita Springs Getaway
Our visit to lovely Abita Springs was great. Melanie and Cecil’s historic shotgun house was adorable and suited us perfectly. I had a few questions during our stay and Melanie and Cecil responded quickly and were very helpful. I would definitely return to their listing and recommend it highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Home in the Heart of Abita
Very charming home in the heart of Abita Springs within walking distance of restaurants and different things to do. Melanie was very attentive and kind. I would recommend this location. 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tommy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Abita fest
Property was great. Beds were comfortable. Need more fans in the bedrooms. Cecil got a new gas grill and it was great. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eclectic Charm
It’s evident that there was ALOT of work done to restore this darling shotgun home. The hosts Melanie and Cecil were there to greet me and were lovely to meet. They have created a little oasis of peacefulness in the heart of Abita Springs. Modern kitchen with coffee available. Many spices available for to use if you cooked in. A gift card to a local Restaurant that had an amazing Brunch. Washer Dryer new and functional. Bathroom was adequate with everything you’d need. It was decorated with plants galore in the kitchen. Antique rice and iron beds, armoires for clothing and other antique side tables. I loved the front door keyless entry. Perfect. Family was just a couple of miles in distance so this was perfect for our needs. Very relaxing stay. Already booked again for my next stay !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024