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Bayou St. John Jazz Fest Gem

Lakefront apartment with kitchenette and balcony

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Amenities
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Location

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Gym
Dryer
Fireplace
Washer

Place, Canal Street
Place, Bourbon Street
Place, Caesars Superdome
Airport, New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Suite A Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Bayou St. John Jazz Fest Gem

Our Historic Home is registered on the Federal National Historic Properties Preservation list. And the old adage of location, location, location is defined by our wonderful home. You may find a few less expensive dwellings but there is another adage that you get what you pay for; and we believe the pricing on our rental is a bargain for the charming experience it provides and it's superior location with a roomy 1000 square feet inside living space and a lovely porch garden area.

Historic Esplanade Avenue was the first Avenue built outside the original city, The Vieux Carre. Our lovely, charming 1-bedroom rental is adjacent to our home and is filled with comfortable furnishings and antiques; has central air / heat; a piano; oriental rugs; a great porch with a view; and is a mere 1.25 miles walk to the French Quarter. Surrounded by neighborhood restaurants, grocery stores, bars, hair salon, New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, Golf, Bayou St. John, bayou water sports, The Fairgrounds Race Track, Jazz Fest, City Park Festival Grounds, and much more. The apartment has a mini fridge, coffee maker, and microwave; and we are directly next door to an excellent full service coffee house. Transportation is easily accessible through a bus stop at the corner, city wide blue bike rentals at the corner, bicycling on the Avenue bike path, streetcar at the park entrance, Taxi, or Uber.

Come live a Metropolitan New Orleans Lifestyle in the heart of our magical City just like a native New Orleanean!

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Only if with parent

Events

No events allowed

No Parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please message acceptance of all house rules and policies; then call Joe Celano at 5043399600 to complete your reservation request. Thank You, jc

VRBO member must occupy unit during stay. Quiet time after 10pm; No adulterous activities or illegal drugs. Not recommended for honeymooners.

Parties are not allowed- the rental apartment is next door to our apartment; parties result in guests being asked to leave immediately..

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

Note from host: No Parties

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

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property Registration Number 2826 Esplanade Ave Apt A, 24-OSTR-03853, Joe Celano, Joe Celeno, 23-NSTR-15198

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

New Orleans

Located in Mid-City District, a neighborhood in New Orleans, this apartment is next to a golf course and on a lake. Port of New Orleans and Julia Street Cruise Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Jackson Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Caesars Superdome or Smoothie King Center. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

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New Orleans, LA

What's nearby

Canal Street - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Bourbon Street - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Caesars Superdome - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
Caesars New Orleans Casino - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
Jackson Square - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 14 min drive
Museum of Art Stop - 16 min walk
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pal's Lounge - ‬8 min walk
‪Liuzza's By The Track - ‬4 min walk
‪Le Ponce - ‬5 min walk
‪Ming Garden - ‬8 min walk
‪Seahorse Saloon - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayou St. John Jazz Fest Gem pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bayou St. John Jazz Fest Gem?

As of Nov 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bayou St. John Jazz Fest Gem on Nov 15, 2025 start from $229.56, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Bayou St. John Jazz Fest Gem?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayou St. John Jazz Fest Gem?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bayou St. John Jazz Fest Gem located?

Located in Mid-City District, this golf apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Fair Grounds Race Course, Bourbon Street, and Canal Street. Caesars Superdome and Caesars New Orleans Casino are also within 3 mi (5 km). Museum of Art Stop is 16 minutes by foot and North Carrollton at Dumaine Stop is 19 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Tracee S.

Sep 18, 2025

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

This was our 2nd time staying at this location. It is a wonderful area and we felt very safe. There are many things to do and great places to eat. Grab a Pandora’s snowball and drive around the gorgeous historic neighborhood where classic architecture meets the quiet grace of time or ride the City Park train and see the breathtaking

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl D.

Apr 29, 2025

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

Beautiful Historic Home in a great location

Historic neighborhood with several restaurants, bars and grocery. This property is conveniently located next to a coffee house with extended hours. After a long day of being a tourist, you can come "home" to a front porch to relax. The owner/host and this property are why we come back each year.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul p.

Apr 2, 2023

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

Great

Great location, beautiful and comfortable property

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

Sep 23, 2024

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

Just what we needed

It is a beautiful place in a great, walkable neighborhood. We spent a week in NOLA seeing the sights and this was a great place to be based out of. Joe was a very responsive host and we had a relaxing time. The street parking was convenient. We would stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley D.

Nov 7, 2023

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

Historic New Orleans Experience

This property is quiet, well maintained, and furnished beautifully. It's fully stocked with coffee, water, plenty of extra towels, and so much more. It's right next door to a coffee shop and a short drive to many local restaurants and breweries. Would recommend and would stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracee S.

Jun 13, 2024

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

Hope to be back!

The trip was for my 89-year-old mother who grew up on Esplanade Avenue and we moved her a few years ago to be with her children. I wanted her to get back to her roots and this home met all of our expectations. The Host was very accommodating, the house was just beautiful and very comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark E.

Oct 20, 2024

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

Very nice historic property

This was a very nice historic property and well maintained. We have 2 things that we want when we stay at a hotel or a VRBO: a comfortable place to relax and a comfortable bed. Unfortunately Joe did not inform us before we arrived that the couch was broken and there was not a comfortable place to relax. Joe told us when we arrived that it was broken and that he was working on getting a replacement. That did not make the couch any more comfortable. The bed was not comfortable for us either. The mattress was too soft and the foot of the bed was higher than the head of the bed. The third night that we were there, we switched the sheets so that our feet were by the headboard. It was better. I understand that people have different preferences in the firmness of a mattress. If you like a very soft mattress without much support, then you will like this bed. Joe did refund $50 for the broken couch. That was a good gesture but very minimal since we didn't have a comfortable place to relax for the 4 days that we were there. I would recommend this place if it has a new couch.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory Y.

Apr 28, 2025

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

Cool and Beautiful Place

Great apartment and location.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Mar 9, 2025

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

Excellent!!

We just returned from a 3 night stay & it was just perfect! The neighborhood is charming with great personality. The apartment is neat & clean & the bed is super comfortable! Joe was nice, great communication & truly wanted us to have a great time. You will not be disappointed booking this gem of a place!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

donald a.

Feb 25, 2025

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

Bayou St John

Place is is comfortable with large rooms in a beautiful New Orleans home. Good communication with the owner.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl D.

Apr 27, 2024

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

Historic charm of this rental keeps us coming back!

This beautiful historic property with New Orleans charm desired by tourist is perfectly located in an old style New Orleans comfortable neighborhood. We love sitting on the front porch to enjoy our morning coffee or other beverages in the in the evening after a fun filled day of doing tourist stuff.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Apr 4, 2024

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

What a charming home!

This is a beautiful and charming older home in a lovely neighborhood filled with restaurants that can be easily walked to. Bike rentals and trollies are easily accessible for visiting sites that may be too far for you to walk. And everyone we met was very friendly.

Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

George W F.

Mar 18, 2024

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

Anniversary getaway.

Perfect for our visit to New Orleans. Close enough to all we wanted to do...but the location is in a quiet very quaint NOLA neighbor hood that could easily have been a destination in its own right..with everything that you could want. Accommodations left us wanting for nothing...a great stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

Feb 28, 2024

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

Great stay on Esplinade Ridge

Wonderful accommodations in a beautiful historic home. Great neighborhood and Joe was a helpful and engaged host. Will stay here again when we return.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell S.

Nov 6, 2023

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

Good location

Beautiful neighborhood close to coffeehouse, restaurants. Enjoyed the Halloween decorations

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis S., San Antonio

Nov 7, 2022

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

Halloween 2022 in Nola!

Joe was extremely organized and structured on his check in/check out processes, with the best communication. He immediately responded to anything needed and was close by, always. The apartment was pristine, even the lawn was so well manicured! This area is one I would love to live in if I were to move to Nola; very friendly neighborhood, with a number of tasty restaurants within walking distance...even a coffee house right next door! Parking for our rental was never an issue. If no vehicle, the quarter is a short Uber/Lyft or bus ride away. This would be THE SPOT for Jazz Fest. I would love to stay at Joe's again in the future and it felt like a home away from home. Thank you, Joe!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Carol A.

Oct 24, 2022

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

A nice place but needs a few new touchess

A nice place but a lot of traffic especially at night. It is 2.5 miles from the French Quarters. Wished they would've had information and a map of the French Quarters and neighborhood. That would've helped us alot. Owner very nice and accomodating on the phone. He was out of town the time we were there. Wished we rented a car to get around as we ended up calling a cab quite frequently. Ubers were never available and they were more expensive anyway. You don't want to walk at night. Overall it was good.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

Aug 30, 2022

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

Short Visit

This is a lovely location with just what you need for a visit to New Orleans. Really enjoyed the local restaurants and being walking distance to the Street Car, and City Park.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Camille L.

Aug 15, 2022

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

True New Orleans Home

I grew up in this neighborhood and was in town for a reunion. I couldn't have chosen a more perfect property for my visit. It was immaculate, beautiful and I felt very safe. The AC worked GREAT (this is very important for a New Orleans summer rental). My recommendation to guests driving into town is to stay in the Bayou St. John area. It's authentic old New Orleans without the tourist hustle and bustle of the French Quarter. Great restaurants in the area as well. I will stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl D.

May 31, 2022

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

Cozy French Colonial on Esplanade

Enjoyed our stay !!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deneen C.

May 29, 2022

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

Amazing home and host

We had an excellent experience. Joe, our host, is wonderful and the home is very nice. Wish we could have stayed longer. Highly recommend this place for your stay in New Orleans. You will love it!

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lily/ Gina V.

Mar 28, 2022

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

A true New Orleans neighborhood experience

A true New Orleans neighborhood experience Excellent is not a high enough rating to give this outstanding property and exceptional host. As a native of New Orleans , who now lives away, I was looking for a place that would feel like home folded into a beautiful familiar neighborhood, in walking distance to many favorite places. The photographs do not do the dwelling justice . The rooms were lovingly appointed, nice blend of both modern and antique . The spacious living room held all could want in terms of multi generational interests , and information about local sites and events , including the morning paper, delivered every day. I was especially delighted to find music books left out on the piano bench , quite likely because I had inquired about playing. Ample parking availability was also much appreciated. In sum , it doesn’t get better than this if you were seeking a to stay in a happy , safe, welcoming place that resonates in a sense of heart , soul , beauty , and of New Orleans .

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S., Petaluma, USA

Mar 19, 2022

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

Charming New Orleans property!

Great location, quiet neighborhood. Walking distance to several fabulous restaurants. Comfortable spacious apartment with wood floors, tall ceilings and tasteful furnishings. Bathroom was clean, authentic fixtures, however a bit small. Joe was an accommodating host - demonstrated lights, heating functions, apartment amenities. Would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lurana O.

Apr 30, 2019

Southern Hospitality

I don't usually leave reviews, but Joe and Ann went out of their way to be kind and helpful during our stay in this beautiful home. It's a real New Orleans home, with tall ceilings and lovely light filtering in from the delightful Esplanade Avenue. The presence of CCs Coffee right next door, with all kinds of breakfast food, made having a kitchen unnecessary (a small fridge was helpful for leftovers). And Iko is the world's friendliest dog.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kasia L.

Apr 9, 2019

Great location

We enjoyed the spacious rooms with the retro atmosphere. Coffee house next door was a nice peek into the neighborhood life

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

About the host

Hosted by Joe Celano

Professionals; Living in New Orleans since 1965; Love NOLA Lifestyle and love our home.

Why they chose this property

Best Neighborhood in the City; Walk to anything you need or want; True authentic New Orleans metropolitan lifestyle with great amenities.

What makes this property unique

Great front porch with a view; a neighborhood that is absolutely the most fun and centralized in the city just outside of the French Quarter; and location, location, location!

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1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

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Frequently asked questions

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tracee S.

Tracee S.

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl D.

Beautiful Historic Home in a great location

Sheryl D.

10/10 Excellent

paul p.

Great

paul p.

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

Just what we needed

Scott A.

10/10 Excellent

Hayley D.

Historic New Orleans Experience

Hayley D.

10/10 Excellent

Tracee S.

Hope to be back!

Tracee S.

6/10 Okay

Mark E.

Very nice historic property

Mark E.

10/10 Excellent

Gregory Y.

Cool and Beautiful Place

Gregory Y.

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Excellent!!

Michele S.

10/10 Excellent

donald a.

Bayou St John

donald a.

10/10 Excellent