Garden District Historic Home (#29198)

Description of the New Orleans vacation home rental

Historic District Landmarks Commission 2007 Award of Excellence honors this historic home, circa 1855, featuring 13 ft. ceilings, lovely large windows, ceiling fans throughout and beautiful hardwood floors with Oriental rugs. Stunning interiors present a comfortable "home away from home" using vibrant colors and rich textures surrounded by unique New Orleans art. This is truly a winning combination of 19th Century architecture and 21st Century modern conveniences. Located on the entire 2nd floor with private front and rear entrances. Beautifully furnished with all amenities.

Spacious interior at 1700 sq. ft. includes 2 independent bedrooms: one with a four-poster king bed and the other a queen sleigh bed with superior linens and alarm clocks with Ipod stations. Two large walk-in closets. Parlor has sofa sleeper for 2 additional guests if needed. Two full baths including spacious walk-in European-style shower.

Beautiful eat-in gourmet lover's kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Fresh spring water provided for drinking and cooking. Ice maker supplied with spring water for delicious clean ice. Walk-in pantry and laundry room includes full-sized washer and dryer. Wireless internet, flat screen TVs and central air and heat.

Surrounded by lovely front and rear gardens with large balcony overlooking the New Orleans skyline. Backyard deck perfect for bar-b-ques and relaxing in the garden. Located in a quiet upscale historic residential neighborhood where you can walk through the Garden District to St. Charles Avenue yet only minutes to the French Quarter, Business District, Convention Center and Universities. Walking distance to famous restaurants, antique shops and points of interest.

Area Description

The Garden District in New Orleans is one of the most beautiful urban neighborhoods in the world. Famous St. Charles Avenue is a few blocks away. The streetcars travel up and down St. Charles Avenue day and night. Mansions and estates line St. Charles Avenue. Beautiful architecture can be found featuring many styles of homes from the 18th and early 19th Century. the Garden District and the homes are surrounded by lovely gardens.

Magazine Street is the premiere street in New Orleans for shopping includes antiques, boutiques, restaurants, gift shops and coffee shops. Magazine St. is 1 block from our home.