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Beautiful, peaceful country guest house with pond

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3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Escape to this charming country retreat, surrounded by pasture land, farm animals, and a serene pond. Relax on the private back porch with outdoor furniture and enjoy morning coffee or breakfast while listening to birdsong. With a full kitchen, flat-screen TV with streaming services, free WiFi and laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$426
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful, peaceful country guest house with pond

CHARMING COUNTRY RETREAT

Bright, inviting and filled with charm, this 1700 sq ft upper level duplex is a 3 bedroom, two bath guest house located on 10 acres in the country with a private entryway and drive. There is plenty of space, both indoors and outdoors, for relaxing and spending quality time with friends or family during your peaceful country retreat. The surrounding grounds include views of pasture land, farm animals, woods and a large pond. Guests are welcome to feed the pond fish and turtles, food is provided by the owners. (This is a NO FISHING pond.) This peaceful rental is an absolutely perfect place to get away from the fast-paced chaos of everyday city life and to slow down and enjoy the fresh air and peace and quiet of the country. Although located in the peaceful country, numerous restaurants, grocery stores, drug stores and other shopping are located within 6 to 10 miles. Property is located 20-25 minutes away from the Towns of Covington, Folsom, Mandeville and Abita Springs during non-rush hour, and is a one hour drive to New Orleans.

This beautiful property features 3 bedrooms, a full kitchen, a large combined open breakfast, dining and living room area with beautiful vaulted ceilings, 2 baths and utility room with washer and dryer.

In order to keep our prices fair for all guests, our pricing is based on the number of guests in your group. Baseprice is for the first 2 guests. The cost for each additional guest over 2 is $10 per night.

Bedrooms comfortably sleep 6 people. (If you wish to bring your own air mattresses and set them up in the great room/living room, you can book more people than 6 people.)
Bedroom furnishings include:

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: Full Bed

FULL KITCHEN stocked with: coffee station, stove, microwave, refrigerator/freezer, glasses, coffee cups, dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen basics.

Amenities also include: Flat-screen TV with cable including Netflix, Hulu, Roku and Amazon Prime, free wifi, board games, central air and heat and ceiling fans. Linens and towels are included, and the utility room includes a full size washer and dryer stocked with laundry soap.

OUTDOORS: Rental outdoor space includes a large private back porch with outdoor furniture and large wooden swing. Enjoy morning coffee or breakfast on the back porch while listening to the beautiful sounds of birds all around you. Or wind down on the back patio in the evenings with your beverage of choice while the tree frogs, crickets and cicadas lull you into a relaxed state of peace. Outdoor games include cornhole and giant Jenga. Relax and picnic by the pond, and enjoy feeding the pond fish and turtles (fish/turtle food available at no charge. Fishing is prohibited.)

OFF STREET PRIVATE PARKING that pulls up directly to the rental entryway and can accommodate as many vehicles as necessary.

SMOKING POLICY Smoking is prohibited inside the rental.. Smoking is allowed in the open grounds surrounding the guest house and at the the pond.

Minimum renter age is 21. Photo ID may be required upon check-in. IF YOU ARRIVE WITH ADDITIONAL GUESTS NOT NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR ORIGINAL BOOKING, YOU WILL BE ASSESSED AN ADDITIONAL INVOICE FOR THEIR COSTS AND ASK TO PAY PRIOR TO THEIR BEING ALLOWED TO STAY. NO PETS ARE ALLOWED.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Covington, LA

What's nearby

  • Pontchartrain Vineyards - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Covington Trailhead - 22 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Abita Brewing Company - 24 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Lakeview Regional Medical Center - 31 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Fontainebleau State Park - 39 min drive - 39.3 km

Getting around

  • New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Indigeaux Cypress Cajun Cafe’ - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Wallace King Road Dump - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪George's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, peaceful country guest house with pond pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful, peaceful country guest house with pond?

As of 9 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful, peaceful country guest house with pond on 10 Oct 2025 start from NZ$425.90, 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 Beautiful, peaceful country guest house with pond?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, peaceful country guest house with pond?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, peaceful country guest house with pond located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Pontchartrain Vineyards, Bogue Chitto River and Saint Joseph Seminary College. Covington Trailhead and H.J. Smith & Sons General Store and Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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