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Blu-Buck Mercantile Hotel Apt. A

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flat screen tv with cable, and high speed wireless internet.
Queen bed with a fold out couch for kids or close friends.
Full kitchen with ice maker.
Located in the heart of downtown Water Valley.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Water Valley, MS
  • Place, Railroad Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, City Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Mississippi
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, University, MS (UOX-University - Oxford)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Blu-Buck Mercantile Hotel Apt. A

Relax in modern comfort carved into the high ceilings, thick brick walls, and unparalleled ambiance of the historic Blu Buck Mercantile.

Renovations Completed Fall 2014.

Fine linens, bathrobes, locally built furniture, flat screen tvs and high speed wifi, a well equipped kitchen and a grocery store 2 blocks away, an ice maker, laundry facilities available down the hall, and the amazing character that is the heart of these historic loft spaces.

Electronic locks allow for check in at whatever time your schedule requires.

Located in the heart of downtown Water Valley MS, a 2 minute walk from the critically acclaimed kitchen at the BTC Old Fashioned Grocery, and just a 20 minute drive to Oxford, MS and the Ole Miss stadium.

Each room includes a queen size bed.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before noon
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Frequently asked questions

Is Blu-Buck Mercantile Hotel Apt. A pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Blu-Buck Mercantile Hotel Apt. A?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blu-Buck Mercantile Hotel Apt. A on 8 Apr 2026 start from £82, 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 at Blu-Buck Mercantile Hotel Apt. A?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blu-Buck Mercantile Hotel Apt. A?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blu-Buck Mercantile Hotel Apt. A?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Blu-Buck Mercantile Hotel Apt. A located?

Located in the heart of Water Valley, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Railroad Park and City Park. Yalobusha General Hospital is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you! We love staying in Water Valley for football season! See you next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I’ve stayed at this property before and it suits my needs while visiting Mississippi. The only disappointment I have is the wi-fi / television reception which is spotty and sometimes unreliable.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice quiet and safe location. Would definitely stay there again when attending Ole Miss football game.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

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

Water Valley

It was nice to find a place in town that didn't break the bank and was easy to access. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is in a quaint town. It is clean and quiet, and coffee shops and restaurants are within easy walking distance. Easy drive to Ole Miss athletic events.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy L.

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

Short stay

The bed was very comfortable. Room was supplied with all necessities. I wish there would have been a microwave oven to heat up leftovers.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Garrett M.

Perfect quiet spot away from crowded Oxford

We stayed at Blu-Buck during the Ole Miss-LSU weekend. It was a quiet, peaceful stay that really reminded me of why Oxford is so wonderful when it isn't over crowded during football weekends. It was a short 12 minute drive to Taylor Grocery which was convenient on Friday evening and the porch was perfect for drinking coffee in the mornings. We would definitely stay there again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2015
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Another pleasant stay

This was the 2nd time I stayed at the property. Main Street Water Valley is pretty quiet and the people I’ve come across have been very friendly. I was able to park directly in front of the building the entire 4 days I was there. I had a problem getting the tv to work which was disappointing as I wanted to watch a movie with my grandchildren but it kept coming up “no signal” I don’t know if it was weather related or just me not knowing how to work the Roku. 1st night it was fine, but the next 3 days I got nothing. :(The only other thing I can comment on was there wasn’t really any instructions on what to do with trash or used towels. I will most likely use this place again as it is very convenient to where my daughter and grandchildren live and there is a nice park for kids to play at right down the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lynn M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient to Ole Miss

Stayed here 8 weeks. This apartment was OK but not great. I arrived to find dust on everything, including the cups and plates on the open shelves. The wood floor had splinters on some of the board ends, so I wore flip-flops all the time. One board in particular in front of the dresser was split and raised, causing me to trip several times. The windows were large, but single pane and let in a lot of early AM light, outdoor conversations and loud trucks going by. Apartment was advertised as pet friendly and I brought my cat who quickly found the large gap between the dishwasher and wall and wedged herself in. I lured her out with food and filled the space with towels until I left. No microwave or cleaning supplies in apartment which you would expect in a long term rental. Had to ask where a vacuum was and it was a rechargeable so pretty weak.Good things were that it had great parking, was close to some restaurants, had a great coffee shop next-door, a park down the street for runs and a gym close by. 25 minutes to Oxford/Ole Miss where I was commuting to.
Stayed 60 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Lynn was a fine guest, we're sorry her experience did not meet expectations and resulted in a poor review. She is welcome back anytime. Our apartments are pet friendly, meaning pets are welcome. The historic property has old heart pine floors, 9 ft tall windows facing West, (with blackout curtains and double paned insulated glass, though this unit does overlook Main Street, which is busy during the day,) and a shared housekeeping area in the hallway. The vacuum is a cordless Dyson... replacing a corded unit that previous guests found inconvenient. That corded vacuum is still in the housekeeping area for anyone to use. We have asked our housekeeping folks to make sure they dust higher shelves regularly...
Archival

4/10 Poor

Amanda D.

Beware!

We absolutely loved staying in this cute little studio apartment. We absolutely loved the old historic charm and had told many of our friends about it and sent pictures of how cute the place was. UNTIL I received the email a few days after our stay stating that we wouldn't receive our deposit back because the floor was scratched. First of all, the floor has about 14 different colors of wood and is already scratched and banged up. If you look at the pictures the owner has added you can clearly see how the floor is already distressed. Pretty sure the scratch was already there. Also, the instructions the owner sends via email about check-in/check-out procedure does NOT specify how to leave the studio, clean dishes, put laundry in pile, etc...we left the laundry in the bathroom and linens on the bed and we didn't even use any dishes..but yet, I don't get back the deposit? Really? PLEASE DO NOT RENT FROM THESE PEOPLE...
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
In over 200 guests this is the first time we have had to keep a security deposit.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Amanda M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Honestly. It was filthy. The owners should be ashamed of themselves. I have videos of everything. The filth the dust the holes in the floor. It was awful. I don’t want this to be posted on the Vrbo site please
Stayed 39 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2026
Oof. This was a tough one. Trouble checking in. Trouble with the hvac remote. Trouble with the Roku. Trouble connecting to wifi. Arrived with undeclared cat and dog. Aggressive/abrasive communication style. Stayed for over a month. Checked out 4.5 hours after checkout time. Leather pottery barn couch scratched by cat. Rainfall showerhead in pieces on the shower floor, with epoxy goop in the shower and on the kitchen sink where repair attempts were made. Most of the towels taken. The ones left behind ruined. Pet food and cat litter on floor, empty boxes left, food in and on top of fridge, lots of deep cleaning required. And we received a scathing review. Sigh.
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie Ann H.

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

Good location, quick drive to Oxford and the new coffee cafe downstairs is wonderful!

Very easy to work with
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy K.

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

Another Fabulous Stay!

First time for my fiancé and he loves it too! Great location, beautiful room, comfy bed, friendly host! Really enjoyed our stay and will return again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

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

Right in the middle of things!

The process was very simple- the property was charming- we were close enough to everything that we drove very little- loved the balcony over Main Street! The stairs were a little difficult for my husband, with bad knees, so consider that if you have any mobility problems.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Archival

6/10 Okay

Tina N.

Fun, but more like an efficiency apartment than a hotel

I had been wanting to stay at this place and it was kinda fun. You can park right on the main street of town and walk right up to the room. The room is Mississippi-quaint with old, scarred heart pine floors, exposed brick and high ceilings. The BTC is a favorite restaurant just down the street. But it is more like an efficiency apartment than a hotel room. There is a kitchen with fridge, stove, dishwasher, pots, pans, plates, etc. There's no coffee maker, just a coffee press, so if you happened to bring your own coffee (and cream if you take it like I do) you could warm up some water on the stove and make coffee in the press. If, like us, you neglected to bring your own coffee and cream, then you have to hike a block down the street to the convenience store to get some coffee in the morning, or go without. The bathroom sink has no room for makeup, toothbrush, etc., so I put on my makeup at the kitchen sink. Also, no hair dryer, which I guess I should have noticed in the description, but hair dryers are standard in hotels now and I don't travel with one anymore so I did without. We had four large suitcases and the stairs were a challenge. It's fun to be downtown in the daytime, but the town closes down completely about 8 p.m., and the street was dark and lonely. We never saw another human in the building, but we did see some lights in the windows next to us, so it wasn't creepy. This was more an issue of the town than the hotel, of course. On the plus side, it was much larger than a hotel room, with a picnic table for dining and a sofabed. Large windows overlooking the main street. The bed was small (seemed smaller than queen) but comfy, and the linens were clean with a beautiful coverlet. Nice fluffy terry bathrobes in the bathroom. The room decor was an eclectic mix of antique, vintage and modern. Everything was clean. When we arrived, the heat was on and the bedside lamp on, which was a nice touch. It would probably be ideal if you are staying a while and wanted to cook, but for two middle-aged frequent travelers who typically stay at mid-level hotels, it seemed a little like camping out. It appears to be the only game in town if you want to stay in Water Valley. I would stay here again, but at this price point I would really have to consider making the drive to Oxford where I could get more amenities for a lower price. Prior to my stay, the owner was very prompt about answering several questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

John R.

An Enjoyable Experience

I discovered the Blu-Buck Mercantile Hotel when searching accommodations in close proximity to the University of Mississippi in Oxford, MS. The Blu-Buck Mercantile Hotel offered a unique alternative to the lodging offered by a chain hotel. The character of both the façade and the apartment itself, in combination with its locale on a historic main street made for a pleasurable experience. The listing description was accurate and my expectations were met in kind. The property owners, Kagan and Alexe Coughlin were highly responsive to both my booking request and follow on inquiries. I found the ease of access to the apartment and ample parking to be of additional benefit. I would recommend this property to others and would definitely book again when visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2015
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

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