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Backyard COZY Cottage in the heart of Houma!

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A swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by a brick patio and a white house with a grey roof.
A residential property with a well-maintained lawn, a patio area, and a large tree.
The pool and backyard are shared spaces, but for the most part it’s  private.
Climb into  this cozy queen bed !
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Southdown Museum
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Houma, LA
  • Place, Barry P. Bonvillain Civic Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Southdown Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Finding Our Roots African American Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Backyard COZY Cottage in the heart of Houma!

COZY backyard private cottage studio in the heart of HOUMA!! We are Located 1/2 mi. North of the Houma Civic Center near the Intracoastal Waterway. We offer a beautiful space-perfect for a couple's getaway or business work trip! There is a lovely area with gardens, a fenced courtyard, and pool. The 322 sq ft. studio cottage includes Wifi, a full bathroom w/shower, and kitchenette, games, access to Netflix/Prime. Enjoy the patio full of plants, take a nap on the loungers , or simply unwind and relax and enjoy your view of cypress and magnolia trees with a glass of wine on the poolside patio. This recently remodeled cozy cottage is your home away from home while enjoying your bayou getaway!

Please note :
Sorry for the inconvenience but Backyard pool parties,
Family Barbecues, Birthday parties, Bachelor / bachelorette parties ,Weddings or receptions etc are NOT allowed.
Pet Policy is listed under “Rules & Policies” . Please contact me PRIOR if you are planning to bring your dog.:)

Also, before knocking on our back or front doors or ringing the doorbell, please try to contact us through the VRBO app or by calling or texting . Thanks!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not suitable for infants ...
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Non shedding breed under 20 lb $30 fee per stay ea
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is outside ONLY in designated area.
Before your arrival, I'd like to know what brings you to Houma, how many are in your party, & what is your approximate time of arrival? Thanks!
The cottage is a part of my home & we are raising teens. We kindly ask that you respect our property by showing proper etiquette in shared spaces .Thx
Prior to check out, please strip sheets and pillowcases (ONLY) off bed and put in the bathroom along with the used bath and/or pool towels:) Thx!!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7819242
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 no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Houma

Houma is home to this cottage. Southdown Museum and Finding Our Roots African American Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Marina Park And Playground and The Ball Park. Terrebonne Folklife Culture Center and Bayou Terrebonne Waterlife Museum are also worth visiting. Waterskiing, water tubing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Houma, LA

What's nearby

  • Barry P. Bonvillain Civic Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Southdown Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Regional Military Museum - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Finding Our Roots African American Museum - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Nicholls State University - 38 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • Schriever Station - 22 min drive
  • New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Best Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Main Pass Seafood - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪B&B Wings - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Backyard COZY Cottage in the heart of Houma! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Backyard COZY Cottage in the heart of Houma! ?

As of 3 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Backyard COZY Cottage in the heart of Houma! on 6 Sept 2026 start from AU$180, 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.

Is Backyard COZY Cottage in the heart of Houma! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Backyard COZY Cottage in the heart of Houma! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Backyard COZY Cottage in the heart of Houma! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Backyard COZY Cottage in the heart of Houma! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Backyard COZY Cottage in the heart of Houma! located?

Situated in Houma, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Southdown Museum and Barry P. Bonvillain Civic Center. Regional Military Museum and Finding Our Roots African American Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 88 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Orbanski O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An absolute excellent stay in Houma! Would definitely book again when in town. Close to all necessities. Quiet and friendly neighbourhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One recommendation, NOT NEGATIVE; make the entrance sign read “Guest Entrance” vs Private Entrance. A little confusion getting in first time. The place was great! Patio poolside in evening was GREAT! Quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay at this property for one week (Sunday to Sunday) while in Houma for training. The property had everything I needed for the week, and the owners were very friendly. If I was in the need to stay in Houma again, I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage with relaxing porch with pool and garden. Quiet residential setting. The cottage had everything we needed for an extended stay in Houma.
Relaxing waterfall and bird songs in backyard
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a perfect place. The hosts deserve a 10 star rating! Beautiful place in great part of town. I will definitely stay again when i come back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theirn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
pet friendly. Very comfortable space.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay! Doug and Elise were great hosts. Everything was super nice and clean. We especially enjoyed the hot tub. It worked out great for my husband, our nine year-old daughter and I.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

This is a great place, extremely clean and fantastic location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Houma pool house

Great stay. Very convenient, nice property and great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property. Everything you need in beautiful surroundings. Very comfortable setup. Much thought was put into these accomodations . Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

diane c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

We really enjoyed our stay. The cottage was very clean, the yard was beautifully landscaped and the hot tub was just what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

December Stay

My husband and I stayed in this cottage in December. Everything was as advertised and we’d definitely choose to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

February Visit

Very nice cottage and hosts were extremely friendly and accommodating. Will be back to stay here on my next visit!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2023
Thank you!! Please come and stay with us again! You were a wonderful guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Backyard retreat

Nice property in Houma. Friendly hosts. Love the dogs!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Louisiana Vacation

Property located in a central location for a variety of tourist activities. Enjoyed Grande Isle, New Orleans, Southdown Plantation, Museum, and Swamp Tour!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what I needed

This property is in a perfect location and was the perfect size for my stay! I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Returning Guests

There's a reason we've stayed twice at the poolside cottage: It's perfectly pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Tippy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
I should have read the direction better. The fact that it was someone’s back yard was very unsettling. There was no privacy. Every time I went outside I either saw someone or heard someone right around the corner. We did not feel comfortable to go swimming. The room was small if felt like we were literally sleeping in a closet with a couch and tv. The pictures can be very deceptive. There was very little parking and room to unload the car. We had a guess come over , within 5 mins we were asked to move the car so owner could get his truck out. Very inadequate parking. Overall, it was a cute little place. It was clean. The husband of the home was very nice, but there was no privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

margaret k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visiting friends

Beautiful property, centrally locate and your own private pool extended our stay by one more day just to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place To Stay When In Houma

This is a great property. Very comfortable, super clean and a perfect place to rest. Much better than staying in a hotel. If you are planning to be in this area and need a place to stay, definitely stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stella S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private Cottage

Well appointed decor, more than adequate kitchen supplies, comfortable bed. Lovely view of pool and hot tub. Friendly, welcoming host and hostess, and their 3 canine cuties…a very pleasant 4 night stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Will C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Pool house was clean, well stocked with silverware, towels, etc. Overall, very pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We loved our stay! A beautiful little cottage in a very nice area. Elise and her husband are wonderful hosts. Would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2020
Would love to have y’all back any time! Thanks for your booking!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Houma!

My husband and I came to Houma for a wedding and the backyard cozy cottage was perfect for us! Everything was so cute and clean! I enjoyed having my coffee while enjoying the lovely backyard area. We highly recommend a stay at the cozy cottage! Also....do not miss out on a swamp tour with the swamp man in Gibson LA. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

joe g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Peacefully spoiled. Great neighborhood . Nice little city with awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Elise

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I am a stay home mother of two 18 -year-old boy - girl twins. I have been a resident in Houma, Louisiana which is about 60 miles SW of New Orleans. I love gardening, cooking , I enjoy traveling and spending time with family and friends. I have been married for 11 years and my husband has 3 grown children and 5 grandchildren. We love our home and we'd love to have you as a guest!

Why they chose this property

We bought this home because we fell in love with the front of the house and the backyard. It is very peaceful and private. Bird watching is a must! The sound of the waterfall in the pool can soothe one's soul and help to relax and unwind.

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