Minimum 30 day stay required. Beautiful, spacious home with easy access to I-10 about 35 minutes from New Orleans. Or enjoy time on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Kitchen fully equipped. Beds have comfortable mattresses and high quality linens for restful sleep. Read full description and rules before booking. Must book for 30 days or longer. Two bedrooms are available for guests and there is a fold-out sofa bed in the sitting room for additional guests. This private home has two bedrooms and one bath available. It is my home but it is your home when you visit. It is beautifully decorated and has a very welcoming feel. Each bedroom has a keyed lock for your privacy. Common areas are spacious and have Roku (Netflix and more),not cable. Enjoy your coffee on the spacious back porch. Listen to the birds call and watch the squirrels play. Play golf at the Pinewood Gulf Club, 4 minutes away. Enjoy the park just two blocks away. Perfect for a picnic or just a pleasant walk on trail. SECURITY CAMERAS are in common areas only. They are not monitored but are on the Cloud in case of break-in, property damage, or emergency. These cameras are for home security but also to protect you. They are the same kind of security cameras you would find in a hotel lobby, bank, restaurant, airport or hospital common areas. They are designed to protect both the guests and the hosts. This is my personal home when it is not in use for Airbnb. There are certain security cameras at the front door and by the garage No interior cameras. . A dog lives in the home, but he will not be present with guests. He does not shed so hair will not be an issue. AMENITIES Coffee and tea service is provided. The bathroom contains ample towels, shower gel, shampoo, conditioner. In addition, I have a basket with toothbrushes, razors, make up remover, emery boards, toothpaste, hair dryer and other necessities that you may forget to bring. When you rent the home Host will not be on the property but can easily be reached and can be on site within an hour. This is my personal home and my bedroom will be be locked. Other than that you have full access to the home without interference and there will be no other guests. We want each of our guests to feel at home. In most cases, the host will greet you to show you around and then leave you so that can you can enjoy your privacy in my personal home. You're always welcome to contact me by text or phone if any issues arise. The home is located where I-10 and I-12 come together so it is super convenient for getting places. Slidell is a quiet, bedroom community with good restaurants and the Old Town Antique district. Be sure to try some of our fresh local seafood at our fine restaurants. Go on a Swamp Tour teeming with alligators, egrets, turtles and other Louisiana wildlife. It is a fun experience you will not soon forget. Ride bicycles on the historic Saint Tammany Trace which was once part of the Illinois Central railroad. http://www.tammanytrace.org/. See my guide book for many other places to dine and tour. You may park your car in the driveway. There is no public transportation but Uber and Lyft operate in Slidell. If you are in the mood for a nice walk, visit the park which is just a block away. It has a walking trail and lots of beautiful trees. To make this home comfortable for everyone please respect the following rules. NO YOUNG CHILDREN We do not permit toddlers or under school-age children. There may be some exceptions but we need to approve in advance. This is for safety and liability issues. Also light colored furnishings do not go well with young children. NO SMOKING You may smoke outdoors if you bring your own ashtray and dispose of the cigarettes and ashes properly. Absolutely no indoor smoking. NO PETS The exception is service dogs. There needs to be prior approval and there will be a pet deposit which is nonrefundable. NO LOUD MUSIC when entering the neighborhood. Remember there may be other people here unless you rent the entire home. No loud music or loud talking outdoors after 10:00 PM. Neighbors bedroom faces the backyard and this could cause issues for them. NO DRUNKEN BEHAVIOR NO PARTIES NO OVERNIGHT GUESTS NO SLEEPING ON THE SOFA. This is meant for all guests to share and not for sleeping. THIS IS MY HOME. I want you to feel that this is your home when you are here but please remember that it is my home where I live and needs to be treated with the same respect you would your own place. There will probably be food in the refrigerator and freezer but there will be ample room for your own things. The bathroom is not used when guests are not here.