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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Jefferson, TX
- Jefferson Historical Museum7 min walk
- Gone With the Wind Museum7 min walk
- Singleton’s Virginia Cross Home15 min walk
- Marshall, TX (ASL-Harrison County)31 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Garden
About this property
Historic French Country-Built In 1854 / Free Bikes
Your trip to a simpler time in Historic Jefferson begins as you step foot through the door at "Bordeaux Cottage" - A cottage outfitted with the most unique, comfortable, & charming design elements to be found in Jefferson.
With a comfy queen bed, & charm throughout, you'll feel cozy & right at home.
Originally built in 1854, this room is beyond charming. Enjoy all the amenities you need for a comfortable & enjoyable stay just off the downtown square in historic Jefferson Texas.
Welcome to your new go-to in Jefferson - Your home away from home.
We intentionally designed this room to be a place for our guests to decompress & de-stress from the fast paced life that most of us live day-in and day-out.
ah.. yes - come here and rest.
This French Country Inspired Bedroom is a part of the original house on the property - built in 1854. With tons of history you can feel as soon as you walk through the door.
You'll be close to everything that you want to do in Jefferson. Look no further, you are welcome and wanted here!
Free WiFi | A/C Unit | Near Downtown
There’s no better way to experience the charm and character of Jefferson than from this historic 1854 cottage, 'Bordeaux', perfect for a romantic weekend retreat!
STUDIO FEATURES:
-Ultra Comfy Queen Sized Bed w/Fine Linens
-43" Flat-screen TV w/ local channels & Roku streaming stick
-Desk & work area
-10' ceilings throughout
KITCHENETTE:
-Mini-fridge
-Microwave
-Single-serve Keurig coffee maker
OUTDOOR LIVING:
-Wrap around front porch
- Porch swing for peaceful, quiet days & nights
-Quiet street to stroll up and down
GENERAL:
-Free WiFi
-Air Conditioning Unit
-High-Quality Linens
-Complimentary Coffee, Tea & Snacks
PARKING:
(1 vehicle) In Front Of Large Oak Tree By Main Driveway.
*PLEASE NOTE: There are other vacation & long-term rental units on the premises; there may be other travelers or residents present during your stay. Please be mindful of this with limiting your parking to 1 vehicle in the designated parking spot*
*NOTE: Last-minute bookings are perfectly fine at this property*
If you haven't been to Jefferson before, here are some of our favorite places!
*Make sure to look them up before making the trip - some of these places have weird hours
PLACES TO EAT
1. Joseph's Riverport Barbecue (.6 Miles - 12 Minute Walk)
2. Bulldog Pizza (.8 Miles - 16 Minute Walk)
3. Stillwater Inn (1 Mile - 3 Minute Drive)
4. Port Jefferson Outpost (.7 Miles - 13 Minute Walk)
5. McGarity's Restaurant & Saloon (.4 Miles - 9 Minute Walk)
6. Don Juan's Mexican Restaurant ( .8 Miles - 16 Minute Walk)
7. Taste of Caddo (.5 Miles - 9 Minute Walk)
8. Auntie Skinner's Riverboat Club (.5 Miles - 10 Minute Walk)
9. Kitt's Kornbread Sandwich & Pie Club (.6 Miles - 12 Minute Walk)
10. 1852 On Austin (.6 Miles - 12 Minute Walk)
PLACES TO VISIT & THINGS TO DO
1. Jefferson Historical Museum (.4 Miles - 8 Minute Walk)
2. Jefferson General Store (.6 Miles - 12 Minute Walk)
3. Gone With The Wind Museum (.4 Miles - 9 Minute Walk)
4. Jefferson Fudge Company (.7 Miles - 13 Minute Walk)
5. Museum Of Measurement and Time (.7 Miles - 13 Minute Walk)
6. Historic Jefferson Railway (.8 Miles - 16 Minute Walk)
7. The Haunted Grove (.4 Miles - 7 Minute Walk *Reservation Required)
8. Caddo Lake State Park (13.7 Miles - 20 Minute Drive)
9. Historic Jefferson Ghost Walk (.5 Miles - 9 Minute Walk)
10. Turning Basin Riverboat Tours (.8 Miles - 16 Minute Walk)
11. Lake O' The Pines (13.8 Miles - 19 Minute Drive)
12. Excelsior House Hotel *Oldest Hotel In Texas* (.5 Miles - 9 Minute Walk)
*NOTE* There are special events almost on a weekly basis in Jefferson - be sure to search for "Events in Jefferson Texas" to see if there are any special events you can check out the week/weekend while you're here. :)
To sum it all up, We designed this cottage specifically for you to enjoy it. We want you to feel at home, truly relax and thoroughly enjoy your time here. Stress & anxiety don't live here. Don't let it in! Please be mindful that we put our heart and soul (and a bunch of that green paper) into this project so please treat it kindly and make good choices.
With a comfy queen bed, & charm throughout, you'll feel cozy & right at home.
Originally built in 1854, this room is beyond charming. Enjoy all the amenities you need for a comfortable & enjoyable stay just off the downtown square in historic Jefferson Texas.
Welcome to your new go-to in Jefferson - Your home away from home.
We intentionally designed this room to be a place for our guests to decompress & de-stress from the fast paced life that most of us live day-in and day-out.
ah.. yes - come here and rest.
This French Country Inspired Bedroom is a part of the original house on the property - built in 1854. With tons of history you can feel as soon as you walk through the door.
You'll be close to everything that you want to do in Jefferson. Look no further, you are welcome and wanted here!
Free WiFi | A/C Unit | Near Downtown
There’s no better way to experience the charm and character of Jefferson than from this historic 1854 cottage, 'Bordeaux', perfect for a romantic weekend retreat!
STUDIO FEATURES:
-Ultra Comfy Queen Sized Bed w/Fine Linens
-43" Flat-screen TV w/ local channels & Roku streaming stick
-Desk & work area
-10' ceilings throughout
KITCHENETTE:
-Mini-fridge
-Microwave
-Single-serve Keurig coffee maker
OUTDOOR LIVING:
-Wrap around front porch
- Porch swing for peaceful, quiet days & nights
-Quiet street to stroll up and down
GENERAL:
-Free WiFi
-Air Conditioning Unit
-High-Quality Linens
-Complimentary Coffee, Tea & Snacks
PARKING:
(1 vehicle) In Front Of Large Oak Tree By Main Driveway.
*PLEASE NOTE: There are other vacation & long-term rental units on the premises; there may be other travelers or residents present during your stay. Please be mindful of this with limiting your parking to 1 vehicle in the designated parking spot*
*NOTE: Last-minute bookings are perfectly fine at this property*
If you haven't been to Jefferson before, here are some of our favorite places!
*Make sure to look them up before making the trip - some of these places have weird hours
PLACES TO EAT
1. Joseph's Riverport Barbecue (.6 Miles - 12 Minute Walk)
2. Bulldog Pizza (.8 Miles - 16 Minute Walk)
3. Stillwater Inn (1 Mile - 3 Minute Drive)
4. Port Jefferson Outpost (.7 Miles - 13 Minute Walk)
5. McGarity's Restaurant & Saloon (.4 Miles - 9 Minute Walk)
6. Don Juan's Mexican Restaurant ( .8 Miles - 16 Minute Walk)
7. Taste of Caddo (.5 Miles - 9 Minute Walk)
8. Auntie Skinner's Riverboat Club (.5 Miles - 10 Minute Walk)
9. Kitt's Kornbread Sandwich & Pie Club (.6 Miles - 12 Minute Walk)
10. 1852 On Austin (.6 Miles - 12 Minute Walk)
PLACES TO VISIT & THINGS TO DO
1. Jefferson Historical Museum (.4 Miles - 8 Minute Walk)
2. Jefferson General Store (.6 Miles - 12 Minute Walk)
3. Gone With The Wind Museum (.4 Miles - 9 Minute Walk)
4. Jefferson Fudge Company (.7 Miles - 13 Minute Walk)
5. Museum Of Measurement and Time (.7 Miles - 13 Minute Walk)
6. Historic Jefferson Railway (.8 Miles - 16 Minute Walk)
7. The Haunted Grove (.4 Miles - 7 Minute Walk *Reservation Required)
8. Caddo Lake State Park (13.7 Miles - 20 Minute Drive)
9. Historic Jefferson Ghost Walk (.5 Miles - 9 Minute Walk)
10. Turning Basin Riverboat Tours (.8 Miles - 16 Minute Walk)
11. Lake O' The Pines (13.8 Miles - 19 Minute Drive)
12. Excelsior House Hotel *Oldest Hotel In Texas* (.5 Miles - 9 Minute Walk)
*NOTE* There are special events almost on a weekly basis in Jefferson - be sure to search for "Events in Jefferson Texas" to see if there are any special events you can check out the week/weekend while you're here. :)
To sum it all up, We designed this cottage specifically for you to enjoy it. We want you to feel at home, truly relax and thoroughly enjoy your time here. Stress & anxiety don't live here. Don't let it in! Please be mindful that we put our heart and soul (and a bunch of that green paper) into this project so please treat it kindly and make good choices.
Property manager
Taylor Vaught
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Air conditioning
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Pets
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About the area
Jefferson
Located in Jefferson, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Singleton’s Virginia Cross Home and The Grove are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Old Mill Antiques and Haley's Antiques.
Jefferson, TX
What's nearby
- Jefferson Historical Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Gone With the Wind Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Jefferson Transportation and Visitor Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Singleton’s Virginia Cross Home - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- The Grove - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Bulldog Pizza Etc - 15 min walk
- Dairy Queen - 17 min walk
- Huddle House - 16 min walk
- Don Juan's Mexican Restaurant - 15 min walk
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Reviews
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Amenities
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9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
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Reviews
15 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ashley S.
27 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary trip
Ashley S.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristina O.
17 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent for my 15 yo daughter and i
Kristina O.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael C.
2 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Michael C.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
ROBYN B.
17 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break Stay
ROBYN B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah H.
22 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Sarah H.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
David L.
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jefferson Anniversary Stay
David L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Irmi W.
13 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Room in a Quiet Neighborhood
Irmi W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
David L.
9 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Room good but Internet / TV terrible
David L.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
18 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bordeaux Room
Amy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Druscilla M.
7 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time in Jefferson
Druscilla M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cassie H.
27 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication
Cassie H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
MARY W.
10 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Get A Way
MARY W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Doug F.
8 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Doug F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie L.
22 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girl weekend
Stephanie L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nancy L., Many, Louisiana, USA
15 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Getaway
Nancy L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Candice
31 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Candice
10/10 Excellent
Douglas D.
1 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Douglas D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Patricia R.
8 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adequate
Patricia R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
ALLEN S.
13 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary Getaway
ALLEN S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Thomas A.
19 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Thomas A.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christopher
3 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Christopher
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Mitch
14 Sept 2023
Mitch
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amy M.
24 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and Cozy
Amy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kris M.
28 Sept 2022
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