Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum - 19 min drive
Getting around
New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 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
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
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bed sheets changed on request
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 970 square feet
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
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?
Checkout 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 miles (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 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Amanda S.
14 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Guests to Church of the King
The couple enjoyed their stay! Very quaint and cozy. Thank you so much!
Amanda S.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sandee S., Pickwick Lake/Iuka MS
14 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Sandee S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tommy H.
15 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Tommy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sandee S., Pickwick Lake/Iuka MS
7 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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 !
Sandee S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda F., Forsyth, GA
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Abita Springs
Cute town and wonderfully helpful hosts!!
Linda F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brittany H.
4 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Brittany H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
John S.
3 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
John S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anne S.
29 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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.