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Watching the River Flow in Historic Holy Cross

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Living room/work space.
Work space
Interior
Fully equipped kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Watching the River Flow in Historic Holy Cross

Cute and comfortable apartment nestled into a curve of the Mississippi River levee -- 10 minutes from the French Quarter and Frenchman Street and only a stone's throw from many great restaurants, bars and music venues in Bywater, Faubourg Marigny and the St. Claude Corridor. The apartment has spacious high ceilings, exposed brick and lovely original woodwork. There is one bdrm with a comfy queen bed and a memory foam futon sofa in the living room. It is fully equipped with everything you will need for a comfortable stay. All of the basics are provided and more. Fully equipped kitchen and bath, T.V. and w-fi.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside is o.k.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please turn the thermostat up to 80 degrees.
Turn the fans on.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please do not smoke in the house. You are welcome to smoke on the porch, but please dispose of butts appropriately.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 25-OSTR-00864, 25-NSTR-00854
Property # 1708371
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
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 deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

New Orleans

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Holy Cross, a neighborhood in New Orleans. Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of New Orleans and Julia Street Cruise Terminal. Check out an event or a game at Caesars Superdome, and consider making time for Audubon Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.
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New Orleans, LA

What's nearby

  • House of Dance & Feathers - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Crescent Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Porché West Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Musicians' Village - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Ernest N. Morial Convention Center - 12 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop - 6 min drive
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 20 min drive
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fuel Express And Fried Chicken - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Church's Chicken - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Moshiko - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cajun Joe's Seafood - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Elizabeth's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watching the River Flow in Historic Holy Cross pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Watching the River Flow in Historic Holy Cross?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Watching the River Flow in Historic Holy Cross on Sep 1, 2026 start from $114, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Watching the River Flow in Historic Holy Cross?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watching the River Flow in Historic Holy Cross?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Watching the River Flow in Historic Holy Cross located?

Located in Holy Cross, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Mississippi River and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Bourbon Street. Crescent Park and Royal Street are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 120 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Authentic New Orleans feel all around inside and out. Very quiet neighborhood for early mornings and evenings sitting on the porch. Great coffee and kitchen had everything I needed. Great shower with plenty of hot water and I found the bed to be quite comfortable. Will definitely stay again if and when I return to New Orleans!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Payton L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great! The host was excellent and kept in touch with us the entire time. Perfect stay my wife and I.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

norman w.

Liked: Location
Price was a nice neat well kept house, you can tell it had some rich history. Unfortunately, I never saw the river.If there was anything negative to say, I would have to say, as a professional Firefighter, a secondary means of the egress would have been nice. Also, the shower was acceptable. However, the water could’ve been a little warmer. Other than those two things I really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute duplex next to the Mississippi River. The cat in the adjacent apartment was a pleasant and friendly surprise. Easy walk over the bridge into the great Bywater neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in. Home was clean and neat. Host was very responsive. Home was well equipped. The view was not what I expected. It’s close to the downtown area
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Don't freak out with the run-down neighborhood. The apartment is old but very well kept up. It is labeled as "Watching the River Flow" but there is no sight of a river. This was a good rental for the money. Patricia has it very well supplied with everything to make our stay comfortable. The one glitch was a missed message to me telling how to check in, otherwise communication was good.It's about a 20 minute drive to Downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gerald b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was absolutely wonderful. Amenities were plentiful for both short and long term.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming older New Orleans shotgun style home.Area was very quiet and home was extremely comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet little neighborhood, not too far away from all the city life. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely little apartment / duplex in a quiet neighborhood. A nice place when you want to get away from the hustle, bustle and noise of the French Quarter. Although we didn't cook, it looked as if there were plenty of dishes and cookware, in addition to a full size stove, fridge and dishwasher. The bed was comfortable and clean, and the shower had plenty of hot water. We would definitely stay here again when visiting NOLA.The only reason I didn't give this a perfect score was because the listing says "watching the river flow....". You cannot see the river from this property, although it is very close by, within walking distance. Instead, you must go to the end of the block (a couple of houses down), then climb up the levee. Not a big deal, but a 'need to know' if you're there for river views.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mindy W.

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

Cozy and peaceful place to stay!

Host was super helpful and easy to communicate with. Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a quiet location, but not far away from anything. Very cute home
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Comfortable Home in Quiet Neighborhood

Loved the conveinence to the Bywater neighborhood, near great coffee shops and restaurants. Comfortable bed and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

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

Great historic style house

It was very nice clean quite place
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd D.

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

Very enjoyable

We really enjoyed our stay and learning about New Orleans. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dakota W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patricia left little notes about different things such as potential freeze weather, letting us know if something is out of order, just little quality of life things. She was so responsive and helpful whenever we had any type of issue. I stayed for the Rockin 1000 event and it was beyond the expression of words, the perfect spot to unwind and relax after long days. Yeah downtown is awesome, but being right next to Bywater is probably the best decision I could’ve made, always 11/10 experiences. Highly highly recommend this place, 10 stars if possible
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bianca F.

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

Our Favorite New Orleans Location

This is our 2nd time staying at this location that’s perfectly settled next to the Mississippi River. Conveniently located close to everything exciting, we look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabe T.

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

Two thumbs up!

We really enjoyed the week! Patricia was accommodating and the location was excellent for easy trips into the French quarter and beyond. Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby S.

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

Perfect little apartment!

Loved staying here! Perfect location! Quiet and safe neighborhood! Everything was clean and everything we could possibly need was provided for us! Definitely plan to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2024
I'm so glad you had a good time. Hope to see you again!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jana H.

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

Helpful Host-Great Spot

Patricia was very responsive to questions and quick to help. It was a quiet neighborhood away from the city, but not too far away.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maressa D.

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

Great place

Loved the house and the way the owner kept the original floors, doors, windows and stutters
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony H.

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

Quiet stay

The location is tucked in a small neighborhood off the beaten path. Very quiet and easily accessible to the rest of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 2, 2023
Thanks, Anthony! I hope you had a good time. Did you try Bevi?
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desiree H.

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

Stay in NOLA

It was truly beautiful apartment! It was a delight to stay here and would choose to again! It was so quiet, clean and peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marci H.

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

Excellent

Everything was perfect can’t wait to go back great location cutest house ever and very quite neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

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

Great place to stay again

We have stayed here before, it is always quiet, relaxing and a great place. We enjoyed several of the local restaurants one of our favorites being Frady's fantastic food. We found a bakery called Bywater Bakery, it has the best Chantilly cake. Great placesvto visit and see the culture, here in bywater.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

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