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Historic Guesthouse in Downtown Laurel

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 365.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Guesthouse in Downtown Laurel

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.

Property manager

Dawn Marcellino

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Unit size: 700 sq ft (65.0 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Laurel, MS

What's nearby

  • Lauren Rogers Museum of Art - 4 min walk
  • Daphne Park - 5 min walk
  • Landrum's Homestead & Village - 4 min drive
  • Laundrums Homestead - 9 min drive
  • University of Southern Mississippi - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Laurel Station - 12 min walk
  • Laurel, MS (PIB-Hattiesburg - Laurel Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McAlister's Deli - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Guesthouse in Downtown Laurel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Guesthouse in Downtown Laurel?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Guesthouse in Downtown Laurel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Guesthouse in Downtown Laurel located?

Situated in Laurel, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Lauren Rogers Museum of Art and Daphne Park. Landrum's Homestead & Village is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away. Laurel Station is 12 minutes by foot.

Historic Guesthouse in Downtown Laurel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Host
Excellent place and the host was the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Enchanted Cottage
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M. C.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Amazing Stay
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Getaway to Laurel
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional!
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!!!
The property is fabulous! The owners were fantastic- they made you feel like family
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Laurel Girls’ Trip
My roommate from college and I had been trying to plan a trip together for awhile. She is a big Hometown fan so we decided on a trip to Laurel. We loved staying at Dawn’s place. We had a small apartment all to ourselves with swings overlooking a garden. The house was very well stocked. If we had wanted to, we could have cooked our meals. The location is perfect. I parked my car when we got there and we walked everywhere we went. Dawn is a very gracious host and checked with us several times to make sure our stay was a good one.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024