Bywater, the cool and relaxed neighborhood of the city of New Orleans, is a delightful place to be. Known for its colorful homes, beautiful art, bohemian ambiance, laid-back charm, energetic hip-hop bars, and trendy restaurants, Bywater is an offbeat destination. If you are here, enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and indulge in a quirky shopping experience, or enter a local restaurant and relish the praline bacon, or the bomber cocktail. Brimming with some super cool cafes and unique art spaces, this place is not a touristy spot. However, it is this less crowded appeal and a suburban community vibe that makes Bywater a pleasant location. If you are looking for places to stay in New Orleans, check out our list of accommodations in the Bywater neighborhood. Read on for the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Bywater, New Orleans, Louisiana.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Bywater Cottage (from USD 137)
This charming cottage in Bywater is one of the best Vrbos you can stay at. It is vibrantly furnished with props from Hollywood sets and occasionally hosts celebrities. Book a stay here and enjoy a quiet vacation surrounded by a lush garden and artistic decor. Relax with a book on the patio overlooking a furnished lawn with umbrella shades, or sit in the air-conditioned living room. A TV with WiFi offers entertainment options. Cook snacks and meals in the well-equipped kitchen and savor them while watching your favorite movies.
This vacation rental also has a pet-friendly policy. Bring your furry friends for 25 USD per day, and take them with you on a New Orleans adventure.
Top guest reviews
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liked the cozy setup and the yardbeds were comfortable everything worked just fine we felt like a localCleanliness:
the house is very old but neatHost:
our host did a great job of making sure our check in and stay went smoothlythe owner and property manager were both available to help if neededour host was very helpful with recommendations for all aspects of our visit to new orleansmike and company were very accommodating and the amenities were quite goodRead more reviewsLocation:
the property was decent located close to the river walk several good restaurantshouse was so relaxing and the bywater neighborhood is a wonderful place to exploreeasy access by foot car or bus to many area attractions was greatwe felt very safe and the neighborhood is packed full of cute little cafes and shopsif you like being pampered this may not be your place
2. Sprawling creole cottage with luxurious amenities (from USD 498)
Come and stay in this gorgeous three-bedroom creole cottage, oozing with old-world charm. This Vrbo near the French Quarter in New Orleans can house six people and has open views and access to an enormous side yard and back yard that feature extensive brick terraces and beautiful plantings.
The first floor includes a large foyer, living room, dining room with French doors leading to the side yard, and a fully equipped kitchen. The downstairs bathroom features a large stall shower and a cascade shower head. Upstairs features three large, private bedrooms, a large linen closet, a separate laundry closet, and an innovative double bathroom.
There are a lot of incredible restaurants, hip bars, pubs, and art galleries scattered throughout the neighborhood. The house is 15 blocks away from the French Quarter, and you can walk along the Crescent Park which offers a great view of the Mississippi River the whole way.
3. Historic mansion with a private yard (from USD 1850)
Best suited for large groups, this eight-bedroom Vrbo with a pool in New Orleans is a real gem. The pine-wood floors, cypress doors, ceilings with plaster medallions, and a 125-year-old oak tree radiate the traditional charm, but the mansion is renovated to include all modern amenities and facilities. The house includes a huge living room with a television, surround sound system, and Baldwin upright piano, a massive dining room table, 5.5 baths, a private yard with a fire pit, 6-burner propane barbecue, outdoor table, and hammocks, a front porch (gallery) with historic gas lamps and outdoor seating, off-street parking for two cars and many more facilities.
The French Quarter is just within walking distance and many eating, art, and drinking joints are close by.
Top guest reviews
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the big tree is beautifulso we were a little nervous that the pictures of the place might be more complimentary than realitySee the property description to learn morethe porches the interior decorating is beautiful (who did the interior decorating???Easy Uber rides to the quarterCleanliness:
everything was clean and updateThe house was beautifully decorated and had plenty of beds and bathrooms for all of usI can't think of anything bad about the placejust wanted it to be cleanHost:
Jeff was the best host ever made us feel right at homeMy family continued and continues to say how well-stocked magnificently updated and awesome your home wasWe was a little hesitant about the neighborhood once again not sure what to expect and not familiar with New OrleansYou were a gracious and magnificent hostas well Everyone in the family agreed we need to try to make it a yearly vacation and book the mazant againRead more reviewsLocation:
The neighborhood was nice and safe we walk to the neighborhood restaurants and barNew Orleans is a great city and our group loved exploring it from BywaterIt's better than whatever else you're looking at ;)but this is a beautiful houseso we could be out of there by 11
4. Spacious house with a hot tub and game room (from USD 274)
Enjoy your stay at this stunning three-bedroom, three bath vacation home that sleeps six. This house includes a well-equipped kitchen, game room, pool table, Xbox, two flat-screen TVs, DVD player, two decks, outdoor and indoor dining areas, ample outdoor seating, screened porch, iPod dock/Bluetooth speaker, ceiling fans, and more! Kill the chills by soaking in the hot tub and indulge the senses. Enjoy a farm-fresh breakfast at Satsuma Cafe or visit Bratz Y'all for authentic German food. Head to Bacchanal Fine Wine and Spirits for small plates and live music, and Markey’s Bar to meet the locals. Take a stroll to the Crescent Park and enjoy your walk along the Mississippi River to the French Quarter.
5. House in Bywater (from USD 407)
This huge home is an incredible option for music lovers. This three-bedroom house includes a generous entry foyer, music parlor complete with Yamaha upright piano, Danelectro and acoustic vintage amps and large open kitchen/grand room with 12’ farm table. The big kitchen room has two doors opening onto the covered porch. The kitchen space and music parlor can be made into one big space by opening up the 5’ sliding barn door. Designed with 1920s through 50’s Holophane, Dazor, Mg Wheeler and Benjamin lights, Emeco and Steelcase tanker chairs and Toledo, Lyon stools, this house is a perfect vintage property. This house is in proximity to St Roch, Crescent Park, The Marigny, Treme and The Quarter.
Top guest reviews
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it's hot and the home might not be super insulatedWas my MO to be completely dead drunk each nightHowever a fan was requested and there should be a fan in that roomthis meant that we didn't have a fan in one of the larger bedrooms upstairs which made it nearly unbearable for 2 of the guests who had to sleep in very warm rooms Taking naps in the afternoon was...I might have been less bothered by this Second one of the bedroomsCleanliness:
It was very clean and pristineThe bedrooms are spacious and well laid outThis home is absolutely beautiful large common spaces where my friends and I can congregate and connectHost:
The owner has remodeled the home and has many interesting details to see throughout the home Travis met us with the keys and gave us a quick rundown of all we needed to know about the area and the...Travis was so helpful in getting us set-up and settled and was always a phone call away when we had questionsSadly sleeping was not a thing as cargo trains honk loudly at all hours of the nightIt was a great home to relax in-between outingsthe layout is smart and the unique finishes are so fun to marvel over This owner/designer has put lots of thought into this space and it translates into a beautiful experience for all who stay hereRead more reviewsLocation:
It's close by and walking distance to lots of delicious restaurants as wellThe neighborhood has all sorts of options within walking distance and the rest of the city is easily accessibleOur group loved the Bywater area and took advantage of all the places nearbyThe temperature climbed to close to 80 upstairs withThe Bywater is such a great place to explore and its just close enough to the French Quarter for more typical tourist-y excursions
6. Luxurious creole cottage with private terrace and fountain (from USD 347)
Welcome to The Loft at Greatmen Cottage. This spacious, two-bedroom creole cottage, built in 1838, is completely renovated, and exceptionally decorated. The house includes a huge living room, dining room, island kitchen, two private bedrooms, bathrooms with tub/showers and a large linen closet. The back of this home features a grand side hallway with attractive raffia wall covering but the highlight of the house is a charming terrace with a pocket garden that features a beautiful fountain. Visit Satsuma Cafe, Oxalis bar, Elizabeth’s restaurant, Pizza Delicious, Euclid Records, The Country Club and many more popular joints nearby. The house is 15 blocks away from the French Quarter.
Top guest reviews
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The furnishings kitchen floors- you will want for nothingThe beds are exquisitely comfortable and linens/towels are finest qualityThe beds were super comfy- always a pet peeve of mine- no lumps herebut it was so hot & humid in NOLA in August that we didn't complain and just spent time enjoying time inside the living room andCleanliness:
This property is perfection - beautifully decorated and maintained with careful thought toward guests needsHost:
The owner is great about communicating and very quick to answer any questionsanswering questions very quickly before and during our stayAll instructions are clear and well distributedDuring the days we strolled along the river through Crescent Parkoff- leaving massively detailed instructions for the houseRead more reviewsLocation:
We wanted something different from previous rentals that were closer to the French QuarterThe Bywater neighborhood is quiet but interesting with few tourists There are plenty of parks and restaurants within a 5-minute walk from the house andtoo loud too expensiveThis is a beautiful cottage with amazing attention to detail in a vibrant area that has convenient access to anywhere you'd want to go in the cityAnd a quick Uber or walk to the fun of Frenchman's Quarter
Explore the rustic charm of Bywater
A beautiful blend of the old New Orleans culture and the contemporary bohemian vibe, this is what Bywater is all about. Be it the shotgun houses, Creole cottages or historic mansions, enjoy the unspoiled allure of Bywater. Choose one of the best places to stay in Bywater from the list of Vrbo accommodations here and enjoy your vacation.
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