Heart of Natchez.Within a 5-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Natchez National Historical Park and Rosalie Mansion. Natchez Visitor Reception Center and William Johnson House Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
Isabella House is a circa 1885 cottage with vintage character and charm located on Canal Street in downtown Natchez, Mississippi. Within short walking distance are such attractions as: The Natchez Visitor Center, Bluff Park and walking trail, The Convention Center, historic Under-The-Hill Saloon as well as beautiful antebellum homes and the mighty Mississippi River himself. The cottage has been lovingly renovated from a state of total disrepair and is available for nightly and weekly stays comfortably accommodating 2-4 guests. Although furnished with many unique and antique pieces, it still offers modern conveniences such as TV, internet, dishwasher and washer/dryer as well as complimentary beverages. The rear courtyard is spacious and private and has a grill and chiminea for guest use. At Isabella House, you'll be within walking distance of wonderful downtown shops, restaurants and entertainment, but you might not want to leave the back porch!
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 743 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
PETS: One-time $40 fee. Long-haired pets not accepted. Pets must be kept off all furniture/bedding. 2-pet limit and pets CANNOT be left unattended.
SMOKING: Allowed OUTSIDE only.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: See custom rules!
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
MUST contact owner prior.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking inside Isabella House
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
Note from host: MUST contact owner prior.
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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: MUST contact owner prior. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Your Private 1885 Downtown Back Porch Courtyard Free Wine
Your Private 1885 Downtown Back Porch Courtyard Free Wine
$140 Thru Jan 31 1885 Cottage/back Porch/courtyard/free Wine
$140 Thru Feb 29 1885 Cottage/back Porch/courtyard/free Wine
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 191 reviews
10 - Excellent
167
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 191 reviews
8 - Good
19
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 191 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 191 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 191 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Lance P.
Oct 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lance P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Teri B., Denham Springs, LA
Oct 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful small cottage close to downtown area.
Teri B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Connie M.
Oct 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay in Natchez. Cottage was a couple of blocks from Bluff Park which is nice to walk and seems to be the hub of activity. Cottage is also located near downtown shops and restaurants. The only issue is the loud street noise.
Connie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Oct 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect place to stay in Natchez! Great location. I was in town for a convention. This adorable place was within walking distance to the convention center , great restaurants, across from the river walk and the Rosalie house. Be sure to check out the Canal St. Market next door and the striding Post across the street. The courtyard at Isabella house was such a relaxing place to enjoy a glass of wine in the evening and coffee in the morning. You will not be disappointed.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
2/10 Terrible
Keith D.
Aug 25, 2025
While the house is sweet and the house itself very clean, the porch had patio furniture very mildewed. The house is right off Canal street, it is not quiet and peaceful, there is a lot of traffic noise from the road.While the house is advertised as a two bedroom, that’s a stretch. One of the beds is a fold down in the living room. It’s really only a one bedroom.Also be aware while it does have 2 Roku TV’s, owners don’t allow you to sign into your own Netflix, Prime, channels. We have stayed at many VRBO properties and this is the first time this has happened.
Keith D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sherry F.
Jul 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and cozy
This cottage is charming and comfortable. It is plenty big enough for our little (3) family. We love that it is in town and within walking distance to many of the places that caught our interest. The tv was easy to figure out--big plus. The beds are super comfy. Overall, it was a great experience and we are all impressed with the accommodations.
Sherry F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Shirley, Covington
Jun 13, 2025
Shirley
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ashley D.
Jun 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay! It was perfect for our wants and needs and we enjoyed it so much. We loved the historical and personal touches the house had and the outdoor space is great!However, this house would not work for someone who may have mobility issues. The tub is not easy to get in and out of and it is your only option.The host was very nice and communicative and allowed to us have a sort of last minute late check out. Lots of essentials were provided, such as soaps, shampoo & conditioner, and even little things like bug spray outside. All in all, it was a great experience!
Such a cute little place. The decor was so cute. Loved the fenced in backyard. Its right off of Canal so the traffic was a little noisy but it wasn't a bother at all for us.
Crystal
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dana W.
Apr 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Our weekend stay at Isabella House was perfect! It was step back in time with modern amenities. The house is located within easy walking distance of downtown. Our host, Jackie was so hospitable and fantastic with communication. We would definitely recommend staying here.
Dana W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jimmy R.
Apr 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience
Property was in the heart of the city in walking distance to most everything. Property was well maintained and had everything we needed on our stay. Also the biggest thing to me was the communication. The owner was very quick to respond to all messages and made us feel at home.Would recommend to anyone who visits this area.
We liked it all. The little 1885 house was precious, furnished with appropriate period antiques. The back yard area was wonderful. It was such a pleasure to sit out on the large back porch and drink coffee in the morning. The house is the perfect location being within walking distance from several historic sites in Natchez, including being right across the street from historic 1820 Rosalie. Everything we needed for a pleasant stay was provided.
Rebecca
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy L.
Apr 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming vintage home
My husband and I enjoyed our stay at the lovely Isabella Cottage. Jackie is a wonderful hostess. The home is so cozy and inviting.
Amy L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ruth Anne T.
Mar 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable cottage
This adorable cottage was perfect for our stay during the Pilgrimage tour. The beds were very comfortable (one is a Murphy bed) and we enjoyed the back porch.
Ruth Anne T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alicia J.
Mar 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Backyard bliss
We particularly enjoyed the big fenced in back yard and relaxing porch because we were traveling with our dog. He was endlessly occupied watching all the birds, squirrels and neighbor cat. That gave us lots of time to enjoy the beginnings of Spring. It is an easy walk to downtown and very close access to the River. The little market next door had lovely provisions. We are grateful for all that Jackie and Luc provided.
Alicia J.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon O.
Jan 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet house!
Jackie is great to work with! And if I could pick the house up and put it down out in the country side, it would basically be my dream cottage! The only hiccups involved the older but very cute cooking stove that has faded knobs that made it tricky to use at first, and one of the burners only seemed to run on hi? The street noise is a definite factor at night but I was forewarned. And they provide earplugs and sound machines. It’s nice that it’s so walkable from the cottage as well. And the claw foot tub is super dreamy!
Shannon O.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Frank B.
Nov 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A step back in time
Our first ever trip to the Bluff City was a wonderful experience, in large part due to our excellent accommodation in this lovely 19th century cottage. We spent a three-day weekend and everything exceeded our expectations! The rooms were luxuriously appointed and cozy. The noise from Canal Street was definitely noticeable but not intrusive, and the back porch and courtyard were comfortable and inviting (it helped that we lucked into ideal weather conditions - low 70s during the day and low 50s at night with low humidity).
We heartily recommend the Isabella House for anyone looking for a comfortable place with a touch of the Old South, but with modern conveniences and a great location.
Frank B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
james G.
Nov 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
2 tumbs up
Great location. Really nice back porch and yard.
Jackie was great to work with.
james G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa S.
Nov 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Good Time in Natchez
Had a great long-ish weekend in Natchez. Isabella House was perfect for our stay.
Melissa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kerma L., Baton Rouge
Oct 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed a Weekend in Natche
We enjoyed a lovely long weekend in Natchez. The Isabella Cottage was the perfect location. We enjoyed walking around town and had everything we needed. Some other guests mentioned in past reviews that the road noise bothered them, but we had no trouble sleeping!
Kerma L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sherece M., Chattanooga TN
Oct 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Natchez
We really enjoyed our stay at Isabella House for the balloon races. Nice place with everything that we needed. Really comfortable. It was larger than I expected. Loved the nice back yard and porch. I would say to bring ear plugs if you are a light sleeper. There is some road noise because you are in the middle of all the action. But that is exactly what we were looking for. We parked the truck and walked everywhere all weekend. Everywhere we wanted to go was within a mile of the house. Really nice for busier weekends in Natchez when parking can be limited. Wish we could have stayed longer. Would definitely stay here again.
Sherece M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Terry M.
Oct 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
We spent four nights here and enjoyed every minute. The house was immaculately clean, had everything we needed and was filled with thoughtful touches. The back porch was a great place to enjoy morning coffee or an evening beverage.
Terry M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Juanita M.
Oct 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage
This home is exactly as in the listing. It is very convenient to all of the historical attractions. It is on a busy street, but the back porch is nice and peaceful.