Close to Magazine Street and Mardi Gras World, Family Friendly Historic Shotgun in Walkable Lower Garden District provides free breakfast, a garden and a playground. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
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Hot tub
Breakfast included
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Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Family Friendly Historic Shotgun in Walkable Lower Garden District
Experience modern comfort wrapped in Southern charm, right in the heart of New Orleans’ Historic Lower Garden District! Minutes to attractions! Located in a safe and eclectic residential neighborhood, 2 miles/15 min to the French Quarter and 12 miles/25 min from MSY Airport. I keep everything comfy, cozy, and clean. After an all day exploration of New Orleans you will come home where you truly can relax and regenerate for the next day.
Built in 1919, this beautifully preserved shotgun-style home retains its original character while offering every modern convenience. Step inside and you’ll find 12-foot ceilings, crown molding, original hardwood floors, brick fireplaces, pocket doors, transom windows, and stained glass details. From the front porch, you can even see the tower of St. Mary’s Assumption Church and hear its bells chime on the hour.
What You’ll Love • 2 elegant bedrooms with queen beds + pull-out sofa for flexible sleeping • 2 full bathrooms stocked with premium amenities • Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances • Dedicated office space and high-speed internet for remote work • Outdoor hot tub (seasonal, closed June through September) and a shared backyard for relaxing evenings • Family-friendly extras: Pack ‘n Play, high chair, outlet covers, kids’ dinnerware • Security features: outdoor cameras, monitored alarm, door/window sensors • Central A/C and heat for year-round comfort • Whole-house natural gas generator for uninterrupted power
Personal Touches Each stay includes a welcome card and chilled champagne. Guests often say the home feels immaculately clean, cozy, and thoughtfully stocked. From plush linens to local travel tips, every detail is designed to make your stay worry-free.
Location Highlights • 5-minute walk to Magazine Street shops, restaurants, and bars • 10-minute walk to the St. Charles streetcar • 15 minutes to the French Quarter • 25 minutes from MSY Airport • Peaceful, safe residential neighborhood with classic New Orleans character
Come for the culture, stay for the comfort — your perfect home base for exploring New Orleans awaits.
Guest Access Guests have access to the backyard (including hot tub) and the front porch. Both areas are shared with the host who lives next door.
Rates and Discounts I offer weekly and monthly discounts on nightly rates. There is no extra guest fee (maximum of 4 guests).
Occupancy and Identification My New Orleans Short-Term Rental License limits occupancy to 4 guests and prohibits third-party bookings and parties/events. To comply with city and safety regulations: • The reservation holder must present a valid government-issued photo ID at check-in. • A copy of the ID will be made at check-in for emergency use with local law enforcement. • Profile details must match the ID. Check-in can’t proceed without a matching ID. • Groups of more than 4 guests can’t be accommodated. • All children count as guests, regardless of age.
Hot Tub Use • The hot tub is closed June through September. With outdoor temperatures and heat index often above 100°F, soaking in hot water can cause heat-related injuries. It is available the rest of the year. • When it ’s open, please read and follow all posted rules and safety precautions. • Daily availability can’t be guaranteed due to cleaning, repair, or reheating needs. • Feel free to ask me about its current status before booking or arrival.
Check-Out Instructions Check-out time is 10:00 AM, unless I approve otherwise via in-app message.
DO: • Leave the space close to how you found it. • Load any remaining dirty dishes into the dishwasher and start the wash cycle. • Take your personal items and any leftover food and drinks with you. • Turn off the stove, lights, fans, and devices. • Arm the security system and lock the doors behind you. • Message me to confirm you’ve checked out. • Let me know about any breakage, spills, or biohazards so I can address them safely.
NO NEED TO: • Make or strip beds. • Start laundry. • Remove stains or repair damage. Just let me know (I appreciate honesty and can usually fix it without issue).
Late Check-Out Your reservation ends at 10:00 AM, when I begin cleaning and may enter the property. • Late check-outs may be approved if no guest is arriving the same day. Please ask via in-app message. • If another guest checks in that day, please be out by 10:00 AM. You’re welcome to leave bags with me. • Late departures cut into the cleaning window and the next guest’s arrival.
Cleaning The cleaning window between guests is 10 AM-4 PM. If a stay leaves the space needing repairs or cleaning beyond a standard turnover, I may request reimbursement for the actual cost through the booking platform.
Lower Garden District, a neighbourhood in New Orleans, is home to this holiday home. National World War II Museum and Saenger Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of New Orleans and Julia Street Cruise Terminal. Travelling with kids? Make time for Audubon Aquarium, or head to an event or a match at Caesars Superdome. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby. Visit our New Orleans travel guide
New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)
22 min drive
Restaurants
Turkey and the Wolf
2 min walk
Mojo Coffee House
11 min walk
Parasol's
11 min walk
Juan's Flying Burrito
6 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill
15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Family Friendly Historic Shotgun in Walkable Lower Garden District pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Family Friendly Historic Shotgun in Walkable Lower Garden District?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family Friendly Historic Shotgun in Walkable Lower Garden District?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family Friendly Historic Shotgun in Walkable Lower Garden District?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family Friendly Historic Shotgun in Walkable Lower Garden District located?
This family-friendly New Orleans holiday home is located in Lower Garden District, within 1 mi (2 km) of Magazine Street, Ernest N. Morial Convention Center and Mississippi River. National World War II Museum and Mardi Gras World are also within 1 mile (2 km). St. Charles at Josephine Stop is 12 minutes by foot and St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop is 13 minutes.
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Family Friendly Historic Shotgun in Walkable Lower Garden District Reviews
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We had such an amazing stay at this beautiful New Orleans shotgun house! The location was perfect—just a quick 5-minute walk to the Garden District, but tucked away in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood which we really appreciated after busy days exploring.The home itself was exactly what you picture when you think of a classic New Orleans shotgun house—charming, stylish, and full of character. It was also incredibly well stocked with everything we needed, which made our stay so comfortable.The host was absolutely incredible—super responsive, helpful, and made everything seamless from start to finish.We would 100% stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting New Orleans!
We had a fabulous experience staying in this home in the Garden District during Mardi Gras. The location was excellent, the host was welcoming and easy to get in touch with and the home was well appointed and comfortable.
The house is clean and well kept by the owners.
They thought of every detail for a pleasant stay.
Highly recommend and if I ever come back to NOLA would definitely stay here again.
Amazing property! The amenities are endless, definitely well appointed. Location is perfect, close to everything but tucked away on a quiet street. Street parking with zero issues. If you are considering this property, look no more - book it!! Thanks for a wonderful stay.
We had a great stay and would recommend to others! Great location as only a few blocks to Magazine St and the trolley on St Charles. Loved having the backyard and hot tub to unwind in the evening. The bottle of champagne was a special treat. Hosts were wonderful and house was well stocked and very clean. Thanks for having us!
Came down to New Orleans for a few days with some girlfriends. The property is beautifully appointed and very clean. Lots of amenities were a really nice and unexpected touch. Kirk walked us through everything and was very communicative and helpful throughout our stay. I've stayed at a lot of rental properties and this was by far my favorite! Thanks for a great vaca!
Not only was their beautiful creole cottage house perfectly NOLA, street parking was super accessible and the location in the lower Garden District was just right, but the host went out of his way to help me out, even bringing me an ice pack, considering I was injured before our trip. So friendly and welcoming! All the house instructions were easily accessible, the alarm system easy to use, it was only 3 blocks to magazine st, and a couple more to the streetcar, so many restaurants to choose from within a 6 block radius, and the French Quarter is only a15 min drive away. We will 100% stay here again and we fully recommend you stay here too. Their little dog was just the cherry on top and you'll love rocking on the porch and watching everyone go by.
We had a fantastic stay here! The neighborhood is quiet but a short walk away from great shops and restaurants. The host was so kind and welcoming, and the house was well appointed and very clean. Beds were comfy and the hot tub was an added bonus. Would definitely recommend!
You simply could not ask for a nicer home or nicer property owners. They have went above and beyond to make this a wonderful home that is lacking absolutely nothing!! Great location as well. Either walking distance or a very short drive to anything you could want. Will definitely be coming back here in the future!
They did an amazing job accommodating their guests. They went above and beyond! Thank you!
They did an amazing job with the decor. The house was the best part of our NOLA experience. You spoiled us with a the little extras as well. Thank you .
Merry Christmas
Home was exactly as described. They have really thought of everything. Neighborhood is quite. Street parking was adequate and we left the car parked the whole time and walked or ubered our way. Very comfortable stay. Owners were friendly, they live next door but left us on our own. Would absolutely stay here again. Can’t go wrong!
This might be the best home I've ever rented for vacation. Some things others should know: 1. The house is much closer to the FQ than a map would reveal. That being said, its not within walking distance. 2. Walmart is a 3 minute drive (maps say otherwise). However, the only things you'd need would be food or something on a personal level, Iwona provides A LOT more than the bare necessities. I suggest don't bring anything extra (like toilet paper, tin foil, coffee, laundry supplies) until you inspect the home to see what she already has available for use. 3. The home has 'green cards' throughout. Each instructs the renter succinctly on how to operate her home (such as lights, locks, dishwasher, etc) or informs you of expectations and explains why. Example: theres a 'live moss' picture (its so cool!) hanging high enough that small children could never reach it. The green card on the picture explains you cannot touch it or it will die. The green cards are extremely efficient and make your stay much more enjoyable as you are never left to wonder 'what if I' or 'how'. 4. White noise machines are in each bedroom. 5. The back yard is a secure, private haven. You can be out there at any hour talking and laughing with no issue. She only expects renters not to be excessively loud (screaming, music at the highest volume, etc).If you're lucky, you'll meet Matilda, the cutest dog in New Orleans! If you want comfort and clean, this is the place.
We stayed in New Orleans for the TN vs LSU game. The drive to Baton Rouge was very easy! Kirk and Iwona’s shotgun style house was so beautiful!! Everything was perfectly appointed! The decor was amazing! The neighborhood was ok, and we felt very safe. Those traveling from larger metro areas prob wouldn’t think twice about the area. There was ample street parking. Thank you Iwona and Kirk!
Just three blocks from fashionable Magazine Street, this rental is modern, tastefully furnished and equipped with just about everything you need. Owners Kurt & Iwona are charming and responsive hosts who are attentive to the "little touches" that make one's stay that more pleasurable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this rental.
Loved to explore New Orleans and then come home to continue to enjoy historic feel of the city in our clean, fully stocked comfortable "Shotgun" home. Owners were right next door, to make sure we had everthing we needed, but also respected our privacy. They even were there to greet us at the door when we checked in late at 2am from our west coast flight. Unit was stocked with everything to prepare for a wedding (iron, ironing board, steamer, laundry machines) also had amazing accomodations of 10 flavors of coffee Keurig cups, lots of hair and skin products, all appliances and utilities worked 100%. We enjoyed the cooler mornings on the front porch rocking chairs and the warm evenings on the deck in the back. Will definitely recommend to friends and family and hope to come back soon. Thank you Iwona and Kirk!
We had a wonderful stay at Kirk and Iwona's place. I appreciated all of the amenities and attention to detail throughout the home. Everything had been thought of and provided. :) Both were quick to respond with any questions. Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again!