2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Holiday Rental for 5, Close to Downtown Natchez

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5167 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Natchez, MS

Rosalie Mansion7 min drive
Magnolia Bluffs Casino8 min drive
Stanton Hall9 min drive
Baton Rouge, LA (BTR-Baton Rouge Metropolitan)94 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Murphy Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Great for a family or girlfriends getaway! 10 minutes from downtown Natchez

About this listing
Two story home on property originally occupied by the present owners’ great-great-great-great-great grandfather in the 1780s. When his great granddaughter Charlotte Hunt married George Marshall, they were given 600 acres on which they built a home in 1853 and called it Lansdowne. The Marshalls planned a wooded country estate similar to those surrounding the great homes of England but after the loss of their Louisiana cotton plantations following the Civil War, Lansdowne was operated as a working plantation with cotton and corn, sheep and cattle until the 1960s. The present owners are the fifth generation of Marshalls to live at Lansdowne. Their children and grandchildren, the sixth and seventh generations, visit for long weekends and holidays as often as possible. The property is now 120 acres of fields, pastures, ponds, and woodlands heavily wooded with pine trees, oaks and magnolias and home to hummingbirds and cuckoos, wood ducks, herons and egrets, red tailed hawks, Mississippi kites, pileated woodpeckers, great horned owls, rabbits, foxes, deer and wild turkeys. Whether sipping a mint julep on the gallery, fishing or enjoying a quiet reflection by the pond, or walking through the fields in search of berries, you will find beauty and tranquility at Lansdowne, just 10 minutes from downtown Natchez.

The space
Two story home with two spacious bedrooms, living and dining rooms, kitchen and laundry in a renovated 1850s brick dependency which in the nineteenth century was home to the cook, children’s nurse and the butler, plus the outdoor kitchen and washing and ironing room. Furnished with four poster double bed, charming iron Queen bed and a single Murphy bed. Another single bed or air mattress or folding bed available on request. Two bedrooms on the second floor have one connecting door, and separate entrances to spacious shared bathroom with marble tiled walk-in shower. Each bedroom also has a private entrance from the upper gallery. WiFi, TV with Roku for Netflix, Amazon and more. Two covered galleries, large patio and beautiful grounds with roses, lilies, azaleas, magnolias and more. Children welcome. No smoking or pets. Your stay includes a tour of the main house, built in 1853 and decorated with original furnishings and family mementos.

Property manager

Margaret Marshall Colson (Marsha)

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Advance notice required. Additional fees may apply

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please don't go near horses in the pasture.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

Note from host: Advance notice required. Additional fees may apply

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Natchez

Located in Natchez, this holiday home is in a rural area. First Presbyterian Church and William Johnson House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Natchez State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Natchez, MS

What's nearby

Rosalie Mansion - 7 min drive
Magnolia Bluffs Casino - 8 min drive
Stanton Hall - 9 min drive
Natchez National Historical Park - 9 min drive
Natchez Bluff Park - 10 min drive

Getting around

Alexandria, LA (AEX-Alexandria Intl.) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 5 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Wendy's - 6 min drive
Natchez Brewing Company - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great for a family or girlfriends getaway! 10 minutes from downtown Natchez pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great for a family or girlfriends getaway! 10 minutes from downtown Natchez?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great for a family or girlfriends getaway! 10 minutes from downtown Natchez?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great for a family or girlfriends getaway! 10 minutes from downtown Natchez located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of St. Mary Basilica, Stratton Chapel Gallery and First Presbyterian Church. William Johnson House Museum and 'Turning Angel' Statue are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Misty S.

20 Mar 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Vacation in Natchez

Had a wonderful time in Natchez

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard L., Mena, AR

21 Feb 2023

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Quirky, Historical, and Amazing.

When planning our trip to Natchez, we chose to stay here primarily because of the property's historical significance. We were not disappointed. The experience was better than we could have imagined. The house is old, that's why we chose it, and because of that there are several quirky things. The steep, narrow stairs were hard on my worn-out knees, but each time I slowly went up the stairs, I thought about the people who worked and lived here in the past. I was fascinated by the large built-in cauldron beside the fireplace in the dining room. Once again, I wondered about the people who worked there and how they used the cauldron. Marsha was great, finding time to give us a tour of the main house even though she had to go out of state unexpectedly. Learning about the house and its history from an ancestor was amazing. We came to Natchez to tour homes and learn history, and here we were, learning the history of the property where we were staying. As I wrote my weekly newspaper column sitting at the dining room table, I used source material from the extensive library in the living room. I felt sad because there were so many books and so little time. The courtyard is beautiful, and we loved the cats, especially Oreo. The grounds are a beautiful place to take a morning walk, with many photo opportunities. Listening to the birds sing and hearing the woodpeckers drumming on the trees in such a beautiful setting was magical. I highly recommend staying here if you are looking for an old home steeped in history.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

21 Dec 2022

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

Weekend stay

Peaceful and quiet

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Donna F.

8 Oct 2022

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Great History

So interesting to talk with Marsha, and hear about her family. The property is lovely. We enjoyed our visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geromy M., New Orleans, LA

30 Sept 2022

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

Comfy and cool…

We had a great visit to Lansdowne. Marsha was cordial and kind. We felt like she was truly interested to know about us and ensure we enjoyed staying at her family home. She was engaging with our daughter who was obsessed with the cats that live there. The vrbo space was full of family history and great furnishings. We will definitely stay there again. Thanks, Marsha! Give our best to Cali, Oreo and Kit-Cat!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Margaret Marshall Colson (Marsha)

Your hosts Marsha Colson and Lisa Baker lived in a second floor apartment in The Quarters during their childhood in the 1950s and 1960s. They now share ownership of the Lansdowne properties with three first cousins. They are shown above in mid nineteenth century style attire as they greet visitors during a Spring Pilgrimage tour.

Why they chose this property

Lansdowne and its buildings abound in history. The Quarters dates to the mid nineteenth century when it was home to a cook, the children’s nurse and the butler, plus the kitchen and washing and ironing room. The building has been renovated and enlarged several times but still retains the washing kettle, set in a masonry structure next to the fireplace in what is now the dining room.

What makes this property unique

The large adjoining bedrooms on the second floor share a bath with large walk in shower (via separate entrances) and can be reached via a stair from the main floor. Each room also has a private entrance from the second floor gallery. The galleries are great spaces to enjoy morning coffee or tea while listing to the myriad birdsongs, a refreshing drink in the evening or an alfresco meal.

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