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Historic New Orleans Gem - only 10 minutes- 4 Miles from French Quarter

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Historic Old Arabi beckons with its charming, beautifully restored 150-year-old home just 4 miles from the French Quarter. This spacious abode features two master suites, brick gas fireplaces, a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops plus a cozy dining room.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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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 New Orleans Gem - only 10 minutes- 4 Miles from French Quarter

Stay in a beautifully restored, historic home just 4 miles from the French Quarter! Our 160-year-old home in Old Arabi offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and modern amenities.

This spacious 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home is ideal for groups, featuring two master suites (one on each floor), two brick gas fireplaces, a clawfoot tub, a jacuzzi tub, and elegant decor throughout. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, plus a cozy dining room. The home sleeps 10-12 guests comfortably with 1 king bed, 4 queen beds, and a queen sofa bed.

Relax on the front porch swing or unwind on the back porch with dining and seating areas. The backyard is perfect for gatherings. Located behind the Aycock Barn/Tourism office, you'll have access to local events, farmers markets, and more.

Explore the nearby Mississippi River or take a quick 10-15 minute Uber/Lyft ride to the French Quarter. Our safe and peaceful neighborhood of Historic Old Arabi offers a delightful escape while keeping you close to New Orleans attractions.

Amenities:
2 Primary Bedrooms
2 Brick Gas Fireplaces
Clawfoot Tub & deep Bath Tub
Full Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances & Granite Countertops
Laundry Room with Washer, Dryer, Iron, and Ironing Board
Large Closets in Every Room
Front Porch with Swing
Back Porch with Dining Table and Seating
Fenced Backyard
WiFi, 6 TVs with Full Cable/Movie Channels
Fresh Linens, Towels, Blow Dryers, Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap, Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, Trash Bags

Nearby Attractions:
French Quarter: 4 miles
Superdome: 6.2 miles
Convention Center: 5.7 miles
City Park: 6.4 miles
Frenchman Street: 5 miles

Foodie Alert:
We provide a binder full of local restaurant suggestions, including Kitchen Table Cafe, Meme's Bar and Grill, and Rocky and Carlos's. Don't miss out on the best Po-boys in town at the Arabi diner a block away.

Getting Around:
New Orleans is easily navigable via Uber/Lyft, with the French Quarter just a 15-minute ride away.

Contact & Booking:
For any questions or to book your stay, message us directly through VRBO. Enjoy the charm and comfort of our historic home while exploring the vibrant culture of New Orleans!

Keyless entry ensures a hassle-free check-in experience. Book now and make yourself at home!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: NO SMOKING inside the home

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING inside the home

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Featured Deal Historic Luxury Home Sleeps 12 Near French Quarter

About the area

Map
Arabi, LA

What's nearby

  • Bourbon Street - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Canal Street - 13 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 13 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Ernest N. Morial Convention Center - 14 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Port of New Orleans - 15 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop - 8 min drive
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 21 min drive
  • New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seven Brew - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chubbie's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Coffee House - Arabi - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Stella Maris Cafe & Grocery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arabi Food Store - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic New Orleans Gem - only 10 minutes- 4 Miles from French Quarter pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic New Orleans Gem - only 10 minutes- 4 Miles from French Quarter?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic New Orleans Gem - only 10 minutes- 4 Miles from French Quarter?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic New Orleans Gem - only 10 minutes- 4 Miles from French Quarter located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Mississippi River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bourbon Street and Canal Street. Caesars New Orleans Casino and Caesars Superdome are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Historic New Orleans Gem - only 10 minutes- 4 Miles from French Quarter Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 229 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 229 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 229 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 229 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 229 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dionne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the house was great, had everything we needed. When we needed something the host was fast to respond. This house was perfect for the 8 of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolonda S.

Awesome

What an awesome house that made my visit even more special. I will definitely book this home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Aurélie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house

We spent amazing few days with friends in the beautiful house. The house is exactly as described, do not hesitate A.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn H., Orwell

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved your home

My family of 11 had a great time staying in your beautiful home. Lyft rides to and from NOLA were quick and easy to access. Plenty of room for everone!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Felisha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family love

My family had an amazing time in New Orleanss. The house was great. Loved having a TV in every room and Wi-Fi. The owners were very helpful and the neighborhood was relaxing...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Rhonda H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful house, overall good

The house is beautiful but could be cleaned a little better and maintained a bit better. Overall stay was great and love the old victorian
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

E Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable quiet stay in Big Easy.

Nicely equipped house with plenty dishes glasses silverware and cooking utensils the AC is very cool we never ran out of hot water.The front Porch and back deck are wonderful. This house is a solid choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Texas Wedding Visit

This was a great house to stay in! We were so comfortable every morning drinking our coffee and visiting. Everyone slept great. We walked to the grocery store and Ubered to the French Quarter. I definitely would go back if I could stay at this location again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bachelorette Trip

We had the best time! We felt safe and the environment of the house had such a homelike feeling! Would definitely recommend to anyone who feels uneasy about coming to New Orleans! The house in itself was a vacation! Thank you Jami!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

tanya a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home and Great Location

My family of 11 adults were very comfortable and we all had plenty of space. We took advantage of the outdoor patio, it was perfect for our Saturday brunch. This house is conveniently located 1 mile from Walmart, which i ordered our grocery delivery the day before we arrived and had our groceries delivered same day as we arrived. There is also a fabulous restaurant within walking distance, we had the best PoBoy's ever. Great neighborhood, very safe and quiet at night. The host Jami is extremely professional and great to work with. This will be my families go to home whenever in New Orleans! Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Joan W.

The property almost perfectly suited our needs. Location was easily accessible to other attractions

For our five couples coming from all over the country, this was great place to visit and be together. We cooked, ate and drank and just enjoyed the house, particularly the back porch. There were a few missing items such as wastebaskets in the bedrooms, hangers, hooks or towel racks in the bathrooms, and toiletries, such as bath soap and shampoo. But --we managed and this was a wonderful house. Two of us had cars so it was easier to get around. Otherwise it is about 15 minutes from downtown by car, or more in traffic. I would definitely go again. House is newly remodeled and very comfortable and attractive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Delores G.

Perfect in all ways!!

We had a large family group meeting in New Orleans (18 of us!) so we rented this one and another unit only a couple of blocks away. Both units were more than promised and Jaime is the perfect person to rent from! She handled both units for us and it could not have worked out better! This one is absolutely gorgeous and well maintained. (As was the other unit we rented from her!) Everything was perfect! The house is clean, roomy, and comfortable! Try it, you'll like it!! Thanks again, Jaime!! You made our vacation wonderful!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Jenn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Home

We rented this beautiful "Alligator House" for a 50th birthday celebration. We were five couples from all over. The house has amazing character. It was very clean, well stocked and very comfortable to us all. It was the perfect distance from everything. We literally felt like we were going home at night after spending the days out in the French Quarter. There is a nice backyard, with few outdoor games and indoor games as well. There were a few little quirky things, but they added to the character of the home. All in all, the house is a must rent! Jami was super responsive any time I messaged her. I appreciated that greatly. I only wish it was a family home to someone in my family lol, because I would go there every year. Thank you Jami for your lovely place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryanne C.

Great rental for large groups visiting NOLA

WOW!!! We had a wonderful time staying at this beautiful and spacious home for my 40th birthday celebration. We had 10 people in our group and we had plenty of room to spread out and relax after long days hanging out in New Orleans. This home is a few miles from the French Quarter but a close enough drive to still be convenient. Booking with Jami was super easy and we had no problems at all with the rental/booking process. The home is in a very historic neighborhood as the listing describes and we had no issues whatsoever. Everyone that walked by was very friendly. Jami does provide a binder listing restaurants and things to do which turned out to be a great resource for the days we did not have anything planned. The house is filled with beautiful furnishings and is tastefully decorated. The architecture of the home is very nice. This home had every essential our group needed and that was great because we did not have to worry about bringing paper goods, laundry soap, etc. The group was very impressed that with 10 people we still had enough hot water and amazing water pressure for everyone to take a shower and not have any issues. I would definitely recommend staying at this property! It was an incredible birthday weekend that I will never forget!! Thanks Jami!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kara F. V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem

What a beauty!! 4 of my friends and I stayed in this Victorian gem for a few nights. More than enough room for us and a few more. Pictures are accurate. There’s a great little diner spot on the corner within walking distance. Easy to Uber to and from center of New Orleans. Would stay again!!Great communication with host.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Getaway

The house was perfect for a girls getaway! Great, safe location. The house was perfectly furnished and set up for comfort. Has a great back porch and yard where we spent most of our time when at the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome trip

We had the best time. The property was uniquely cool and very clean. Everything we needed was supplied. The binder was a thoughtful gesture. Full of valuable information.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Earl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Size and Comfort

The property was plenty big to accommodate 9 college pals in town to celebrate a milestone anniversary. The property is large, over a century old and well maintained.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for our extended family in a quiet area in New Orleans.

The place was very nice and clean. It was a mix of modern and classic styles in the house that made the stay welcoming and interesting.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mom

We really enjoyed this property. Great neighborhood. Enjoy the entertainment behind the house
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Winnie F.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Property not ready to be rented

Wanted to bring some things to your attention. 1) the house was not clean, dust all over, it appeared no one had cleaned the property in a while, house was hot upon arrival, temp at 85 degrees in house 2) dirty sock left behind curtain in front bedroom 3) hood vent in kitchen dirty-grease and dust, kitchen not clean, we did not cook or use stove and oven during visit 4) paper under tub in downstairs bathroom-not been cleaned 5)under all sofa cushions dirt and food items, all sofas need to be cleaned 6)door handle loose and fell off and broke, left upstairs 7)front door code did not work 8)light switches downstairs need coordinating 9)dining room chairs uncomfortable with no cushions 10)should place railing around back porch for safety 11)all door knobs are loose and need to be replaced/repaired,back door knob was taped 12) microwave keypad lights are not working properly, distorted 13)outside lights are shining into front bedroom, hindering sleep, to bright, suggest room darkening curtains 14)house needs some renovations/repairs and deep cleaning before renting again 15) pictures on site are not accurate
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Girls Trip

Beautiful property close to everything. Plenty of space and beautifully decorated. Will love to stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Angel Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and Location

This was a great house.....size was perfect for our group. Everyone enjoyed the stay. Unfortunately the air upstairs stopped working after the first night. Host was responsive to all messages and calls.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dazerick P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Parham Crew

The group of 10 slept comfortably. All emeneties listed were on point. Plenty of space for a small or large group of people. Highly recommend vacation home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vaykay!

10 of us stayed here very comfortably! Nice to have bed rooms for all the adult children and their spouses. Plenty of room. It’s an older home and makes some noises but that’s all part of the charm. Grateful for the 2 showers on the 2nd floor. Couldn’t make the main shower work but we managed. Lots of room to eat, gather and enjoy each others company without feeling cramped. Thank you for helping us make great memories!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024