Perfect for Game Weekends - Rent a Football Weekend, get a third night FREE. - Oktibbeha County

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Relax on the patio overlooking the lake.

View up the drive from the street. You cannot see the house from the street.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Explore the area

Starkville, MS

Oktibbeha Heritage Museum

8 min drive

Mississippi Entomological Museum

8 min drive

Mississippi State University

11 min drive

Columbus, MS (GTR-Golden Triangle Regional)

26 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Perfect for Game Weekends - Rent a Football Weekend, get a third night FREE.

Large mid century home located 3½ miles south of Starkville and 1 mile from the Mississippi Horse Park. The home home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Located on 58 acres (the only structure) with a five acre lake, it features a fully equipped eat in kitchen and over 2500 square feet of living space. There is a large patio with furniture and a grill overlooking the lake. There is room to park RVs and horse trailers.
FREE NIGHT!!!!! Rent a Football Weekend (Rent Friday and Saturday Night for a Home Game) and get a third night FREE. Choose Thursday or Sunday as your extra night. Mention this special when contacting the owner and get your free night!
Enjoy the peace and quiet of the property.
NO PARTIES ARE ALLOWED.
There is no wifi but there is excellent cell phone service. Access internet through your cell phone or a personal hot spot.

Property manager

Melanie Barnes

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outside only.

Any violation of rules during stay will result in eviction without refund, any violation discovered after stay will result in loss of deposit.

NO PARTIES are allowed at this property. Gatherings of more than 12 people are not allowed without the owners permission in advance.

Park only on the gravel driveway. Any renter damaging the septic lines by parking on the grass will be responsible for all repair costs.

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Starkville

Located in Starkville, this holiday home is in a rural area. Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge and McKee Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mississippi Entomological Museum and Bulldog Lanes. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Humphrey Coliseum or Dudy Noble Field at Polk–DeMent Stadium. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

Starkville, MS

What's nearby

Starkville Community Theatre - 9 min drive
The Mill Conference Center at MSU - 9 min drive
Dudy Noble Field at Polk–DeMent Stadium - 10 min drive
Davis Wade Stadium - 11 min drive
Mississippi State University - 11 min drive

Getting around

Columbus, MS (GTR-Golden Triangle Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min drive
‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
‪Cook Out - ‬8 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect for Game Weekends - Rent a Football Weekend, get a third night FREE. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perfect for Game Weekends - Rent a Football Weekend, get a third night FREE.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect for Game Weekends - Rent a Football Weekend, get a third night FREE.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Perfect for Game Weekends - Rent a Football Weekend, get a third night FREE. located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Mississippi State University, McKee Park and Oktibbeha Heritage Museum. The Mill Conference Center at MSU and Mississippi Entomological Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

BLAKE B., Brandon, ms

18 Apr 2023

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

Super bulldog weekend

House was a good layout, we enjoyed our stay

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Peter R.

11 Dec 2022

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

Beautiful location

Tranquil setting. Beautiful property. Vintage interior.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert H., Austin, TX

11 Nov 2022

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

Great location & nice property

Came in from out of state for a football game with a group of friends. House was in a good location, not far from campus. Backyard is very nice...good for outdoor games, etc. Property manager was responsive and easy to communicate with.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul V., Hoover, AL, USA

13 May 2022

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

Starkville Reunion

The house was exactly as described. It reminded us of staying at our grandparents(in a good way). The house was very clean and well taken care of. The property was beautiful. The surroundings were peaceful. It was the perfect location for a couple of old friends to catch up. Melanie was great to deal with. Ryan went out of his way to check the property for an item we left. I would definitely stay at this location again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Michelle W.

6 Oct 2021

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

football weekend

Place and location were nice.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tannia H., Independence la

13 Jul 2021

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

Excelent private get away to spend quality time with family

Very nice private place to spend quality time with family. Great pind to swim and fish with crystal clear water.Accomidations were excellent everything you would have at home. Great country get away.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kira K.

22 Jun 2021

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

Blast from the past!

Yes this home is outdated, but what it lacks in upgrades it makes up for in space. The rooms were a good size. AC kept the home very cool on hot, sticky days. The back patio was the perfect place for our family gathering. Melanie was a great host. She was very accommodating and quick to respond with any questions. Beware of the ticks...they are no joke and everywhere. Keep bug spray on hand and you'll have an enjoyable stay.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

6 Jun 2021

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

A Starkville Treasure

This house is a wonderful place to stay!! It was super clean and very convenient to everything. We had lots of space and everything we needed was there. My kids loved fishing on the property and I enjoyed taking a walk each morning. Communication was easy and efficient with the owner and the hospitality was truly the Mississippi way. Thanks for a wonderful stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

8 May 2021

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

Vintage Tranquility

House is older, but well maintained and had everything we needed to enjoy our family time. Very clean & organized with lots of space within the home. Our family really enjoyed the weekend and tranquility of this home and location.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

2 May 2021

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

Graduation weekend

Great location and a wonderful outdoor setting. Graduating son and husband loved fishing in pond. Very peaceful and relaxing but close to town! Will definitely try to stay again when back in Starkville!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 Mar 2021

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

Beautiful location

We had a great time visiting my daughter at MSU with extended family. The house was perfect for us. The outdoor area was great. Wish we could have had more time there!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gene D.

20 Dec 2020

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

Retro Paradise

Perfectly preserved mid-century modern house. We loved it. It had woods and a pond for nice walks. No internet... try it - big plus!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Torrie P.

19 May 2019

2019 MSU graduation

Our stay for graduation could not have been any more perfect. Our family rented this home so we could all be together and not have pressure to go out to eat or be in a hotel room. This home was amazing and made graduation a special family time. Absolutely loved it! Plus our son loved fishing in the pond.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

11 Apr 2019

Good price and spot

Place is nice and really inexpensive. It is close to everything with the feel of the country.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Tim H.

10 Nov 2018

Nice peaceful country setting close to Starkville and all the game day activities

Decent size, clean and comfortable but a little dated. The outdoor area and setting make up for it

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Bill B.

22 Oct 2018

1960’s vintage. clean, comfortable,

Beautiful property

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Susan M.

7 Feb 2018

The house is dated but served its purpose: beds, baths, conversations, convenience, & meals!

The property is quiet, peaceful and pleasant! The house is comfortable and secure. Not fancy but clean, well stocked. If you go soon there’s a half gallon of Blue Bell vanilla, unopened!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tonia B.

29 Nov 2017

Comfortable accommodations on beautiful property!

This home takes you back to a simpler time but it is very comfortable and sits on an amazing property!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

peter s.

31 Oct 2017

Quite and plenty of room to relax

3 families spent football weekend and had a great time. Melanie was very accommodating and offered us the free night even though we booked earlier in the year. Great time tailgating and relaxing at the house!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kim M.

15 Nov 2016

very relaxing, a good home away from home!

We had a great time, beautiful and relaxing. We had everything we needed and really enjoyed our stay. Melanie was quick to respond to all our emails and helped us with all our needs. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis K., Titus, Alabama, USA

24 Oct 2016

We love to stay here!

We've just returned from our third visit to this property. It is very well supplied, clean, comfy......feels like home! Even better, it is quiet, private and in a lovely setting. It might remind you of the house you grew up in! It is very convenient to MSU. This will always be our first choice for a football weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Debbi L.

2 Aug 2016

Great place for the family to gather.

We enjoyed staying at Melanie's place. Lots of space, clean, fully stocked kitchen, comfy beds, and lots of privacy. Our family really enjoyed it and felt right at home there.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

David S., MS

1 Jul 2016

Good

Very pleasant to deal with. House is locked in time, we enjoyed it.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

cindy m.

7 Apr 2016

Wedding weekend

My husband and I rented this house so that we could attend a wedding in Columbus. We had kids and spouses meet us there.The house and property were perfect and beautiful. Everything was ready for us when we got there. The weekend was wonderful with NCAA basketball, a beautiful wedding of wonderful friends, spending time with each other, and even a little cane pole fishing! (all catch and release of course)! We highly recommend this rental property if you need something in this area!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Blake C.

17 Jul 2015

Excellent Stay!

We stayed in the house for 3 weeks while working on a project in Starkville. Everything was great! It was very clean and cozy. And the fishing was phenomenal! Close to town. Close to campus. But still has a great country feel. Thanks so much for letting us stay.

About the host

Hosted by Melanie Barnes

The owners are siblings who grew up on this property. Our parents met after college while wroking at MSU and married in 1940. After graduate school at Cornell and our father's tour in WWII, they returned to Starkville. We lived on campus on Magruder Street in faculty housing for a number of years, until they built this home in 1961. Our father retired from MSU in 1978 as Head of the Biochemistry Department. They lived here until the late 90's when they passed away. We hope you will enjoy this home and it's serene location as much as we have.