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
Paper towels
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Soap
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Shampoo
Entertainment
Smart TV
Books
Games
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 towels (on request)
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Things to do
Water tubing nearby
Sailing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Cycling nearby
Wildlife and game walks nearby
Golf nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Hiking nearby
Swimming 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)
Similar properties
Old Mandeville guesthouse with New Orleans style courtyard 1 block from Lake.
Old Mandeville guesthouse with New Orleans style courtyard 1 block from Lake.
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
Abita Springs, LA
What's nearby
Abita Brewing Company - 2 min drive
Covington Trailhead - 6 min drive
Ochsner Health Center For Children - Covington - 13 min drive
Lakeview Regional Medical Center - 13 min drive
Fontainebleau State Park - 16 min drive
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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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.
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!
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.
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.
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 !