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BIG MAMA’s Bywater House: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

Experience the unique charm of New Orleans at Big Mama’s where you can relax in style or head out for adventure near Jackson Square & Bourbon Street.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4117 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

BIG MAMA’s Bywater House: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

Big Mama’s is a stylish, Caribbean-influenced, mid-century, single-story, single-family residence, fully surround-gated, mini-compound with a big back yard and smaller front one. Located one block east of St Claude Avenue, it's nestled in ‘St.Roch/Bywater’. Bywater is the trendy NoLa neighborhood, just 2 miles south of the French Quarter, close to the Mississippi River.

Big Mama's features a very favorable floor plan for travelers in groups— above all catering to travelers who cherish PRIVACY LIKE HOME. Most classic NoLa Victorians are "shotgun-style" architecture, going in a single row of rooms from the front to the back of the house, whereby the floor plan makes it so that guests must walk through other guest's bedrooms in order to access common indoor areas (such as bathrooms, living rooms & kitchens). Big Mama's however has a later 20th century floor plan that includes bedroom privacy like you're used to—which comes in handy when you're vacationing with larger groups & for extended stays! Namely, all 3 bedrooms at Big Mama's have their own separate doors with private access from common area hallways. Fully private bedrooms are an unusual amenity for New Orleans. Feel like taking a break from the party scene one night and staying home? Big Mama's has 3 smart TV's, one in each Bedroom, with streaming accessibility for movies and TV shows—free access to Netflix, and many other channels. Our bedrooms are playfully themed, ‘Storyville’, ’Desire’, or ‘Castaway,’ you will find the names of the rooms in the captions of our photo gallery.

While Uber & Lyft offer service to Big Mama’s quickly & efficiently & are the preferred mode of transportation after-dark, or before the drinking begins, guests may opt to rent a car or drive their own while vacationing in NoLa. Big Mama's is fully gated & enclosed with surround-fencing —6 to 7-feet high & this includes off-street gated parking for up to 2 normal-sized vehicles. (No RV's, large trucks, Hummers, etc.) Big vehicles can park on the street for free, no permit required. Off-street gated parking is another unusual amenity for anything this close to the Quarter.

Home to singer Ani Defranco, Bywater is not the very fanciest neighborhood in the Big Easy but it's hands-down THE FASTEST GROWING & definitely the HIPPEST in all of New Orleans. Attributes that contribute to its growth include the influx of film industry professionals, with more & more cutting edge restauranteurs, new bars & micro-breweries popping up every year. The Caribbean-bound cruise ship terminal recently making a home on its shores has stirred further interest with plans in the works to extend the street car line the rest of the way down St Claude. (The closest is currently just 1.6 miles or 2575 meters from Big Mama’s.) Bywater’s burgeoning yet still raw charm has ultimately attracted all types of young artists bringing refreshing diversity & creativity & filling this neighborhood with new purpose. To see some of this in action visit 'The Print Shop', located only 2 doors west of Big Mama's, for a Saturday night art show/bohemian gathering—it has become a community art center known all over NoLa. And some of the best Mardi Gras parades either originate, come through, or end in Bywater. Notably is the adults-only, satirical, Krewe du Vieux. With mule-drawn carriages & bawdy but pertinent political commentary, Krewe du Vieux is considered the most individualistic & traditional of all New Orleans parading krewes. It pulls in locals & tourists alike during Mardi Gras season—like no other parade.

Big Mama's isn't located in the slickest neighborhood in NoLa—but it is very much located extremely CLOSE TO IT ALL. Big Mama’s is just around 2 miles from Jackson Square, Royal Street & Bourbon Street. It's close enough to the French Quarter, the Convention Center, The Super Dome & the Fairgrounds to make it a preferred destination for bar hoppers, foodies, music lovers, & festival goers. It's far enough away "from the madding crowd" for Bywater to be the preferred & well kept ‘niche privee’ by recurring visitors & locals alike.

NoLa is a bike-friendly city & attracts serious cyclists throughout the year. A bike rental place is located on St. Claude, just 0.2 miles from Big Mama's (a 4-minute walk). The ride around the river through Crescent Park directly to the French Quarter is flat, easy & scenic. (It takes about 15 minutes of slow-peddling unless you stop mid-way to enjoy the swings overlooking the river.) Or, you can peddle in another direction down St. Claude to Esplanade & then through the gorgeous bayous of Mid-City over to City Park for coffee & beignets at Morning Call. (City Park is the 2nd largest park in the U.S., 2nd only to Central Park in Manhattan.) Or—cycle or drive over to catch the ferry to get to the film & TV studios across the river, venture to Magazine Street in the Garden District, or go to Uptown to visit Audubon Park for a nature ride/hike or to see the Zoo.

Lastly, it should be noted to future travelers that there are a few free-range chickens flying in & out of Big Mama’s gated compound & its highly likely you will encounter some during your stay. It may be at night that you spy one of our birds roosting in the tall trees that border the back yard. Perhaps you’ll see one or two foraging for morsels in the front garden as you enter or leave the compound during the day. There’s a very strong chance you will hear a rooster crowing in the wee morning hours as you awaken to your first cup of hot New Orleans-style chicory coffee. Or you may very well spy several crossing the street, just as the sun breaks over the horizon as you roll back into Big Mama’s, from a long & lovely late night out on the town.

In closing, a stay at Big Mama’s boasts the following included amenities:

New rooftop HVAC
New tank-less hot water heater
Dishwasher
Full-size fridge
Electric oven
Strong WIFI-2 channels (5 & 2.5 gigs)
Gated front yard
Larger gated back yard
Fully gated compound—7-foot high back fence & 6-foot height in front.
Off-street gated parking, 2 narrow vehicles recommended
Large-sized fully equipped kitchen
Large dining table with seating up to 11
Open floor plan for main room and kitchen
Central Island 5-burner Gas Cooktop with ceiling vent
Butcher block breakfast nook seats 2
Dishes, flat wear & cook wear
Paper towels & toilet tissue
Dish & hand soap
Glasses & Go-cups
Bed linens & Towels
In-house washing machine & dryer
Bedroom #1 ‘Storyville’ has a King-size iron bed & a 32” smart TV
Bedroom #2 ‘Desire’ has a Queen-sized Asian-style wooden bed & a 43” smart TV
Bedroom #3 ‘Castaway’ has a Queen-size bamboo canopy bed & a 32” smart TV
Queen-sized sofa bed in living room sleeps 2
Free streaming Netflix on all 3 TVs
Bathroom #1 has a tub/shower unit & antique marble-topped vanity
Bathroom #2 has a stand alone shower with foot massager & built in radio & antique stone-topped vanity.
Professional Gardener
Professional Management
Professional Housekeeping

Property manager

Sallie HIggins

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: SMOKING OUTSIDE-YES, inside NO!!!!

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course
  • In the city center
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Boat on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1260 sq ft (117 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: children are welcome and we do have 2 tiny chairs

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number 21-RSTR-12252, 21-OSTR-12255

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

BIG Mamas 30-day Whole House 3 Private Bedrooms 2 Baths
BIG Mamas 30-day Whole 3 Private Bedrooms 2 Baths New Orleans
BIG Mamas 30-day Whole 3 Private Bedrooms 2 Baths
BIG Mamas 30-day Whole House 3 Private Bedrooms 2 Baths
BIG Mamas 30-day Whole House 3 Private Bedrooms 2 Baths
BIG Mamas 30 day Whole House 3 Private Bedrooms 2 Baths
BIG Mamas 30-day Whole 3 Private Bedrooms 2 Baths New Orleans
BIG Mamas 30-day Whole 3 Private Bedrooms 2 Baths
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BIG MAMA’s Whole House 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths

About the neighborhood

Map
New Orleans, LA

What's nearby

  • Bourbon Street - 4 min drive
  • Canal Street - 7 min drive
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 7 min drive
  • Ernest N. Morial Convention Center - 8 min drive
  • Port of New Orleans - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop - 3 min drive
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 14 min drive
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poppa's Seafood & Deli - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sneaky Pickle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Elizabeth's Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪N7 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Joint - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is BIG MAMA’s Bywater House: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BIG MAMA’s Bywater House: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BIG MAMA’s Bywater House: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BIG MAMA’s Bywater House: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths located?

Located in Saint Claude, this beach vacation home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Mississippi River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Bourbon Street and Canal Street. Caesars New Orleans Casino and Jackson Square are also within 3 mi (5 km).

BIG MAMA’s Bywater House: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect location as we attended a wedding which was within walking distance. It is not close to French Quarter, which was not bad for us but should be known. However, we did walk one day via the very lovely Crescent Park river walkway which is a few blocks from Big Mama’s and led to the tourist area. Other times we took ride services which were fast and convenient. The house was excellent for the four of us and could accommodate more: we had two bathrooms, kitchen facilities, a common area, and quiet separated bedrooms. It was great to park our car safely off the street for our stay. The neighborhood felt safe, easy walk to the delicious Bywater Bakery, and fun to see chickens in the street! We had a great stay at Big Mama!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felicia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Vacay Spot
Sallie was super helpful and easy to reach, property was unique and nicely located for quick access to popular areas to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lois b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
Great place, accurately described with plenty of room. The host was great with communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MAREN E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Manager
Great house, close to activities and Sallie was very helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mommy:)

Liked: Cleanliness
21st birthday
the place worked well for us, we weren’t there much so we never cooked or anything. it was nice and clean and well stocked with towels and stuff like that. my only suggestion would be more comfortable seating in the living space with 6 girls we like to hang out and talk
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

tamela s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls' Trip
Big momma's house was ideal❤️ Girls' trip for the weekend. Needed a little break. The house was only a few miles from the quarter. Everything we needed was supplied at the rental. Communication with Sallie was quick and easy. She was easy to talk to, like she was a family member 😊. Definitely stay there again for the next girls trip 😁.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surprised
The property was very comfortable and clean. The decorating was a little hectic. There were inside cameras in the living room. Buuut the shower was great water super hot. Nice washer and dryer. All the locks were a little aggravating. Location fabulous. I felt like it was not far from anything we wanted to do. When we drove up there was chicken at the front gate….we are from the country so we laughed but it was funny to see random chickens running around. All in all it was a great stay. We felt safe and had zero issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Eric R., Cordova,TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean & Close to All
We enjoyed our stay at big Mama's house. The house was clean and very homey. The location is excellent as we were no more that 3 miles from Bourbon St, Super Dome and downtown!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darius D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the stay
Came home(NOLA) to visit my mother for her birthday. Ms. Sallie was a gregarious and fantastic host. The house was exactly as described. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. Everyone was to themselves. We(My Wife and I) actually were able to enjoy the house because it rained nearly every day we were there due to active storm systems in The Gulf of Mexico. We definitely wouldn't hesitate to return to Big Mama's House! Thx again Ms. Sallie!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

BOBBY P.

WAS OK
THIS PROPERTY WAS EXACTLY WHAT THE PICTURE SHOWED. EVERYTHING WAS EXACT. DID NOT EXPECT IT TO BE IN THE 9TH WARD . WE WAS SORT OF FRIGHTEN, BUT THE NEIGHBORS WERE NICE. WE FOUND SMALL WORMS ALL OVER THE HOUSE . THE DRIVE WAY IS TIGHT . THIS WAS GOOD FOR THE PRICE. NOT FAR FROM THE QUARTER, ABOUT A TEN MINUTE DRIVE .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith H., Carol Stream IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Changing Neighborhood
Although we experienced no adverse interactions, we witnessed a few disturbing interactions. It is clear the neighborhood is in transition for the better, however the complete fencing and the locks were a great comfort.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Sandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness
N.O. Trip
Property was just as described in the listing. Lots of train activity at this location and two houses down was a warehouse where several bands played on a Sunday night till 2 am. A little noisy at times, but otherwise great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Bobby K., Centerton, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Location surprise
Perfect for what we needed , wasn’t too sure about the location at first , however we actually ended up feeling very safe and comfortable. Would definitely recommend again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ok
Its was nice but some of the appliances didn't work but it was alright for the most part
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

ishia d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big clean home
I Big mamas is in a quite neighborhood, the home was clean and the perfect size. I enjoyed the stay, property manager was nice and responded in a timely manner. A must stay place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Kasi Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip to New Orleans
Big Mama's place was a great location for getting to all the places we wanted to go. The house was clean for the most part. We did have a few issues with the surrounding homes. There was loud music and extreme cussing, which is okay for me, but when you have smaller children you don't want them to get scared and that's what happened. This would be a great place for adults who are enjoying New Orleans, but not recommended for small children.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Sophia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was amazing!
We've enjoyed being there, it's a beautiful house.
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

`Abdu'l-Karim E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Mama's Was Great
Our family was there for a month to help get our middle daughter moved in at Xavier University. We liked everything about the place. We liked the house, the neighborhood, the chickens... It was all great.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Toni L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay for 5.
Plenty of room. Nice kitchen to cook in. Each bedroom has a TV with plenty of stations to choose from. The shower in one of the bathrooms is amazing. Not far from Quarter which is nice. Sallie was very nice and helped if we had any questions. Parking was the only challenge. Not much room on street and was hard to maneuver around other cars to park inside gate. Besides that we were pleased with our stay.
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Larry A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Mommas House rocks
Awesome place. Chickens added to it.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Mary Jo W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Road trip to new orleans
Very cute home. Staged very well. Not good parking,nor best neighborhood. Communication with owner was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Glenn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Mama
Nice property
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

William B., Jupiter

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the proximity to French Quarter
The St Claire neighborhood was so cool. About a mile and half from French Quarter, it was easy to walk two blocks, grab a Blue Bike and I was at Cafe du Monde in 10 minutes. The fence and gate create a sanctuary feel, very safe... was here with my three kids (two adults and one teen) and we had a blast. Home has great character and is a superb value. Will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the house! It has so much character and the privacy fence made us feel safe!
When we arrived it was midnight and the neighborhood had us a little uneasy but as soon as we got into the gate we felt completely safe! The house itself is awesome with plenty of space for our 8 person group! The kids loved the radio in the shower! (I have never had kids arguing over who could get a shower first lol!) The beds were super comfortable. We loved the proximity to everything we wanted to do in New Orleans! The price is awesome! Will defintely stay here again we when come back next year:)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bianco M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun had by all
We were in New Orleans for a guys trip celebrating my brothers birthday so we decided to go with a house instead of a hotel , it was 6 of us , the house was a perfect size for our group , house was clean , easy check in process. Sallie provided all of our essential needs , driveway was a bit snug so if you have a large SUV it might be a little tough to get in. We had a great time in New Orleans both day and night , we drove to some places and caught UBER to others. All and all the house had plenty of room for 6 men to spread out and relax during our short down times. Thanks Sallie can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019