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Blume Cottage-Historic 2BR Getaway, Walk to Lake Pontchartrain & Cafe's

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Kitchen and Great Room Chef's Kitchen with Modern Appliances Antique inspired
Back Patio- *** NOTE this is NOT a Fireplace. It is a privacy wall .
Up stairs Full Bathroom - Vintage Meets Modern Comfort
Foyer Entry Room - Great Place to Curl up and read a book!
Foyer Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Entire 2nd Floor is the Large Bedroom with Private Bathroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Luxury Primary Bedroom Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Primary En-suite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Vintage Full Bathroom with Shower

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Blume Cottage-Historic 2BR Getaway, Walk to Lake Pontchartrain & Cafe's

Welcome to Blume Cottage, a beautifully restored historic 2-bedroom, 3-bath vacation rental in Old Mandeville, Louisiana, just 2 blocks from Lake Pontchartrain and steps from the Tammany Trace walking and biking trail. This charming Mandeville getaway blends vintage Creole architecture with modern comforts, creating the perfect escape for couples, small families, girl's weekends or remote workers looking for a Northshore retreat. Walk to cafe's, bakeries, boutiques and the lakefront, or take a short drive to Fountainbleau State Park and the vibrant New Orleans French Quarter.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Caution stairs -exterior and interior of Cottage.
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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
Wedding Groups MUST Contact owner for Permission!
Strict Noise Policy - 10pm-9am no noise outside of
No Firearms, illegal drugs, or smoking 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Mandeville

Mandeville is home to this cottage. Fontainebleau State Park and Fairview-Riverside State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge and Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum.
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Mandeville, LA

What's nearby

  • Mandeville Trailhead - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fontainebleau State Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Canal Street - 48 min drive - 70.1 km
  • Bourbon Street - 49 min drive - 70.8 km
  • Port of New Orleans - 49 min drive - 72.3 km

Getting around

  • Slidell Station - 27 min drive
  • New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tandem Coffee & Cocktails - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Blume Cottage-Historic 2BR Getaway, Walk to Lake Pontchartrain & Cafe's pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blume Cottage-Historic 2BR Getaway, Walk to Lake Pontchartrain & Cafe's?

As of 17 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blume Cottage-Historic 2BR Getaway, Walk to Lake Pontchartrain & Cafe's on 4 Jun 2026 start from £307, 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 Blume Cottage-Historic 2BR Getaway, Walk to Lake Pontchartrain & Cafe's?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blume Cottage-Historic 2BR Getaway, Walk to Lake Pontchartrain & Cafe's?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blume Cottage-Historic 2BR Getaway, Walk to Lake Pontchartrain & Cafe's?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blume Cottage-Historic 2BR Getaway, Walk to Lake Pontchartrain & Cafe's located?

Situated in Mandeville, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Pontchartrain and Mandeville Trailhead. Fontainebleau State Park is 1 mi (1.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved everything about the place. Location was perfect for walking to lake and shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Jules & Aggie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage. Lovely walkable neighborhood with cute shops, variety of dining and community events.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect stay in Mandeville! Loved the gorgeous house (pictures don't do it justice), the location (walkable to all downtown shops and restaurants), and Kelly was always responsive and available with any questions. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blume cottage is a delight, cozy, clean, well appointed and within walking distance of the lake, shops and restaurants. The owner Kelly is easy to work with and responds quickly to questions and concerns. I would rent again without hesitation.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay! Kelly was super attentive and check in process was easy. House is nicely done, with comfy beds and the area is so adorable! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

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

FABULOUS GETAWAY

Perfect cottage for a little R & R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kathleen c.

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

Stay

Great hosts. Wonderful location.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

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

Adorable!

The property was so nicely decorated. We enjoyed our stay. It had so much space! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mindy r.

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

Such a charming house

The house was very nice and charming. We all enjoyed our stay there. It had everything we needed and the beds were very comfortable. Loved walking to local shops and restaurants on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Allison A.

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

Fabulous!

This is a gem! Beautiful cottage with lots of outdoor space to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The location was perfect and we enjoyed walking to the lakefront, coffee houses, bakery, restaurants, yoga studio, church and shops! Would definitely stay here again. Kelly was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kolby D.

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

Cozy Cottage

We loved this property! We brought our young family to this home and it was perfect. Very clean, cozy and we had great communication with the host, Kelly! We will definitely be back if we stay in the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mariah G.

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

Amazing Stay!

The property exceeded our expectations! The house was very clean and welcoming. We will definitely keep this property in mind for future trips. The neighborhood is also super cute with a lot of shops and restaurants within walking distance including a trail on the lake. As a group of just girls we felt very safe at this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful cottage near Lake Pontchartrain, LA! The home was perfect for visiting family—cozy, well laid out, and incredibly charming. We especially loved the setup of the house, the peaceful backyard, and the amazing ice maker (a small touch that made a big difference!).The location couldn’t have been better—we were within walking distance to the lake, great restaurants, and coffee shops like Sweet Olive.Thank you, Kelly, for your quick responses and hospitality. We truly enjoyed our time here and would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gretchen M.

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

Birthday Weekend & Wedding

What a wonderful cottage. My husband and I loved the location, house and appointments that were all associated with our VRBO rental. Thank you for an amazing house to share.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy C.

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

The perfect vacation home

We were so lucky to have found the Blume Cottage and for it to have been available!! It’s the most well-situated home, absolutely gorgeous, and an incredibly comfortable bed. We had friends and family come by and they were all in love with the house. We’ll be back soon to visit family and will definitely be staying here. Thanks for making our first visit to Mandeville such a comfortable one!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Austin A.

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

Wonderful spot

The home was perfect! Beautiful kitchen (perfect if you love to cook like myself) Rooms were very comfortable, clean and well stocked with towels. We could walk to the waterfront. My kids loved the backyard, plenty of room to play. Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Juan G.

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

Mandeville

Beautiful property nicely located near shops and restaurants. We have friends who moved here some years ago and love visiting Mandeville any chance we get. Lots of hidden gems and delicious food. Kelly was a great host and responded very quickly to any of our needs. Thank you Kelly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

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

Perfect!

Stayed with lady friends to attend 3 rivers festival in Covington. The house was exactly what we wanted… lovely interior, 3 bathrooms, clean, room to spread out, comfortable cozy beds, in the heart of Mandeville, quick drive to festival, we walked to dine, drink coffee, take in lake views, shop, etc. — perfect 👍! Would rent again in a heartbeat 💗
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

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

Such a great find!

Loved this rental - two king suites on different floors made for a very comfortable stay for our group of four. Very nice finishes and a beautiful neighborhood. We enjoyed walking to the bakery and Italian restuarant on the same street and a nice boutique on the corner. Walking distance to the lakefront and a few other eateries in the neighborhood. Listing is just as it looks in the photos. Host was excellent helping with recommendations and always available to answer questions. Hearty recommendation - we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Come enjoy this fabulous home!

Come enjoy this absolutely fabulous home! It is spacious, immaculate, meticulously restored and updated (especially that kitchen—wow!), beautifully decorated, a great location and all of the comforts of home. Kelly’s help and hospitality were equally off-the-charts fantastic! She went above and beyond to ensure that my husband and I + our 3 grandchildren had an extraordinary experience. We had high expectations, and the Historic Blume Cottage and Kelly far exceeded our expectations in every way. We were sad to leave, and look forward to coming back. Thank you so very much, Kelly!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Janie M.

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

Wedding Weekend Wonder

We booked this location for a family weekend for our party of 6. Communication with the owner was superb! The curbside historical charm hides and fantastic renovation that is an amazing balance between both modern and period appropriate. The layout, design and furnishings were stunning! Main living spaces an open and comfortable while also offering petite nooks and crannies to explore, like the laundry area, coffee bar and downstairs bathroom. The bedding is exquisite-I’ve never slept as well in any other VRBO or hotel! Two doors down is a fabulous bakery and market that is the perfect place for brunch! It was too warm to sit outside in the patio area but with family right around the corner-I look forward to booking again in the fall where cooler weather will allow us to enjoy the outside areas as well. This is a gem and a secret I would love to keep all to myself!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fabulous stay at the Blume cottage! We were in town visiting family. The location is amazing, the cottage is super cozy and well appointed and our hosts were easy to communicate with. Five stars and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Kelly is a excellent host; very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

TIM D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paige W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome walkable area with shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Boyd

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I"m originally from Mandeville and feel so lucky to call this beautiful, historic town my hometown. My husband and I lovingly renovated Blume Cottage with great care and attention to detail. Preserving it's Creole charm while adding modern comforts was our goal.

Why they chose this property

We are proud to share a piece of Mandeville's history with guests and hope you feel at home here. Whether you're here to relax by the lake, explore the trails, or enjoy local food and art scene, you're in the perfect place to experience it all.

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