Overview
Over the past several years, the property has been renovated to preserve historic details including 13-foot ceilings with plaster medallions, heart pine wood floors, cypress doors, and a 125+ year old oak tree.
The Mazant · Bywater, New Orleans
The whole house, in detail.
Rooms, kitchen, shared spaces, grounds, events, neighborhood, practical notes, and current availability.
8 bedrooms · up to 18 overnight guests · 5.5 bathrooms · heated pool & spa
The house
Historic character. Room for the whole group.
The Mazant is an 1880s Greek Revival mansion renovated to preserve its New Orleans character while making a full-house stay comfortable for a group.
Updated for large groups
The layout was also updated to more comfortably accommodate large groups, including an 18-person dining room table, oversized living room, private yard, heated pool and spa, and multiple outdoor spaces.
House details
The house includes super-fast Wi-Fi, Viking kitchen appliances, a 75-inch television with surround sound, a Baldwin upright piano, front porch seating with historic gas lamps, two off-street parking spaces, and ample street parking for overflow.
Current room layout
Eight bedrooms, arranged across two floors.
The main house sleeps up to 18 overnight guests. If a particular bed arrangement matters to your group, ask us when you inquire.
Downstairs
- 01
Bedroom 1
one queen bed, semi-private bathroom with shower
- 02
Bedroom 2
one queen bed, ensuite bathroom with shower
Upstairs
- 03
Bedroom 3
one double bed and one twin bed, ensuite bathroom with shower/tub combo
- 04
Bedroom 4
one double bed
- 05
Bedroom 5
two twin beds
- 06
Bedroom 6
one king bed and one twin daybed
- 07
Bedroom 7
two queen beds, semi-private bathroom with shower, and pull-out sofa bed
- 08
Bedroom 8
one king bed
Shared upstairs bathroom near the laundry room with clawfoot tub/shower combination.
Kitchen & amenities
A real house for a full house.
The practical parts matter: a kitchen you can use, generous shared rooms, outdoor access, and enough places for everyone to be together—or take a breath.
Dining
A long dining room table with seating for 18.
Living
An oversized living room, Baldwin upright piano, and room to spread out.
Kitchen
A full kitchen with Viking appliances, cookware, serving pieces, and bar setup.
Connected
Fast Wi-Fi, a 75-inch television with surround sound, and laundry in the house.
Full kitchen inventory57 listed items · expand
Inventory can change. If one item is important to your plans, confirm it with us before your stay.
Baking traysBar setup (full)BlenderBowlsBundt panCake serversCake standCleaning supplies (common)Cocktail glassesCoffee carafeCoffee machine (Keurig K-Duo Combo w/standard coffee pot)Coffee mugsComplete knife and spoon setCondiments (various assorted common condiments)Cooling racksCorkscrewCutting boards (multiple)Dinner platesElectric skilletElectric tea pots (x2)Flat spatulasFlower vases (assorted)Full cutlery set (two forks, one knife, two spoons) for 18 peopleGlasses (assorted, enough for 18 people)Ice buckets (multiple)Ice cream scoopsIce scoopsKitchen towelsLarge bowlsLarge champagne bucketLarge coffee percolators (x2)Large stock pot (x2)Lemon squeezer/squeezerLightersMeasuring cups and spoonsMelon ballerOven mittsPie panPizza cutterPool glasses (plastic)Potato masherPots/pans (various assorted sizes/shapes)Roasting panSalad platesScissorsServing plattersSpice rack (all common spices)Stand mixer (4.5 qt)Strainers (assorted)Toaster (four burners)Vegetable peelerWaffle makerWater glassesWater pitchersWhisksWine glasses (red, white and champagne)Wine openers
Outside
Two yards, a pool, and places to linger.
The house sits on an oversized corner lot. The outdoor areas can work independently for a quiet stay or connect as part of an approved gathering plan.
Pool yard
Fenced for privacy with heated pool and spa, approximately 12' x 24'.
Cottage yard
Large lawn with oak tree, magnolia tree, and hedge; approximately 25' x 65' overall.
Pool deck
Approximately 15' x 35', with room for poolside event setup or a dance floor.
Back patio
Paved and fenced, with string lights, a large table with seating for 20, and a six-burner BBQ.
Fire pit
Back-corner seating for 12 around a natural gas-fed fire pit and water fountain.
Weddings & events
Stay, gather, and celebrate in one place.
Every event starts with a review of the date, guest count, format, and vendors. We confirm what the property can support and send current pricing and requirements in writing.
Weddings
Ceremony, dinner, poolside gathering, and overnight rooms can stay connected.
Family reunions
A full-house base for multi-day gatherings in New Orleans.
Retreats & offsites
Flexible indoor and outdoor spaces for smaller private programming.
What affects the plan
Date, stay length, guest count, format, rentals, vendors, and operating needs all affect the quote.
What we review
Insurance, security, music, parking, waste, permits, and vendor access may apply depending on the event.
What happens next
Tell us what you have in mind. We will confirm the current requirements, pricing, and available options directly.
The neighborhood
New Orleans outside the hotel district.
The Mazant is in the Bywater, downriver from the French Quarter and close to Crescent Park—a more residential, local side of New Orleans.
Bywater Arts District
Just downriver from the French Quarter, with the mood shifting into a more local, art-forward neighborhood.
Crescent Park
A nearby riverfront walk with downtown New Orleans and Mississippi River views.
Food, bars & galleries
Restaurants, thrift stores, galleries, and local bars make the stay feel connected to the neighborhood.
Marigny & St. Claude
Close to the Faubourg Marigny and St. Claude Arts District for music, performance, and visual art.
Guest reviews
What guests say.
Current public ratings and one recent verified guest comment.
Ratings checked August 2026.
“Can’t imagine a more perfect place for our large family gathering.”
Before you book
A few practical things.
These are planning notes, not the complete rental agreement. The applicable written booking terms control.
Whole-house stay
The main house is rented as one property. The caretaker cottage is not included.
Events need approval
Any gathering beyond the registered overnight group must be discussed and approved in writing.
Residential neighborhood
Plans should account for neighbor-conscious noise, parking, waste, and vendor access.
Current written terms
Check-in, checkout, deposits, cancellations, pets, cleaning, and event requirements are confirmed in your quote, booking platform, or contract.
Pricing & availability
Start with your dates.
Rates vary by date, stay length, and whether you are planning an event. Choose dates, then text or email us for the current quote.
Live availability
Choose arrival and departure.
Appears availableUnavailable
August 2026
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Your datesNo dates selectedSelect at least 2 nights.
Dates are not held until The Mazant confirms the reservation in writing.
Reservations
Text or email us.
Tell us your dates, overnight guest count, and whether you are planning an event.
Yes, a human will answer. A real person will take it from there.