Engine 24 French Quarter Firehouse...a Unique Vacation Bed & Breakfast!

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Exterior view of the Engine 24 Firehouse, a classic New Orleans building.

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7 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 143500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Check out the area

New Orleans, LA

Bourbon Street13 min walk
Canal Street6 min drive
Caesars New Orleans Casino6 min drive
New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)22 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Main Floor #1

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor #2

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor #3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Penthouse #1

1 King Bed

Penthouse #2

1 Double Bed

Townhouse #1

1 Queen Bed

Townhouse #2

1 Queen Bed

7 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Dining Area

About this property

One of New Orleans' most unique vacation lodging properties: the Engine 24 French Quarter Firehouse Bed & Breakfast... one of the few VRBO properties that is licensed by the City of New Orleans for Bed & Breakfasts! (City license #296992) Stay in an authentic historic firehouse while enjoying the modern amenities of this renovated gem.

We are located in the heart of the Faubourg Marigny, considered by many travel magazines to be one of America's hot neighborhoods. Next door is the French Quarter, one of the most historic and charming areas anywhere. And to the other side is the hip, funky Bywater, a neighborhood which, like the Faubourg Marigny, features great local eateries and cool bars.

Our bed & breakfast is a restored fire station designed to function as a comfortable home away from home for tourists and locals alike to come and enjoy the vibrant culture that is New Orleans. Formerly, this historic building housed Engine 24 of the New Orleans Fire Department! Local architect William Sonner purchased and renovated the Firehouse in the 2000s and it's now one of the city's most popular vacation rentals!

The Firehouse has three units...the Main Floor, the Penthouse and the Townhouse. Combined, they sleep 14 people comfortably and with lots of privacy. The three units provide a place that is perfect for getaways with friends, family gatherings, etc. Our three units are always rented together so all guests can enjoy the Firehouse.

The Firehouse has two large private living areas and a newly renovated New Orleans courtyard with fountain, outdoor seating and more. Please remember that the Firehouse is a lodging facility. Any special events, parties, receptions, etc. must be agreed to by the facility manager and extra fee(s) will apply.

Please note: The Firehouse is a very popular building and usually books weeks or months in advance. We're often in phone or email contact with multiple groups for the same dates. The first party to initiate payment or provide proper credit will enter into a reservation with us!

Keywords: Guesthouse, Inn, Historic, Renovated, Artsy, Bohemian, Music, Food, French Quarter, Faubourg Marigny, Frenchmen Street, licensed

https://www.travelandleisure.com/hotels-resorts/vacation-rentals/most-wished-for-airbnb-by-state-us

Property manager

Beth Vasquez

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

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

Firehouse has many stairs.

Events

No events allowed

Not a party facility. Lodging only.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking OK in courtyard only.

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

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Not a party facility. Lodging only.

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

Property Registration Number 23-XSTR-23792

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

New Orleans

Located in New Orleans, this vacation home is in the city center. Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Jackson Square. Audubon Aquarium and Audubon Zoo are not to be missed. Motor boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby.

New Orleans, LA

What's nearby

Bourbon Street - 13 min walk
Café du Monde - 4 min drive
Canal Street - 6 min drive
Caesars New Orleans Casino - 6 min drive
Port of New Orleans - 9 min drive

Getting around

Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop - 12 min walk
New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 14 min drive
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 6 min walk
Morrow's - 6 min walk
St Roch Tavern - 8 min walk
Paladar 511 - 8 min walk
Junction - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Engine 24 French Quarter Firehouse...a Unique Vacation Bed & Breakfast! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Engine 24 French Quarter Firehouse...a Unique Vacation Bed & Breakfast!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Engine 24 French Quarter Firehouse...a Unique Vacation Bed & Breakfast!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Engine 24 French Quarter Firehouse...a Unique Vacation Bed & Breakfast! located?

Located in Bywater, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Decatur Street, Mississippi River, and Frenchmen Street. Bourbon Street and French Market are also within 1 mi (2 km). Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop is 12 minutes by foot and French Market Stop is 13 minutes.

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

Apr 18, 2024

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

Amazing place for a group?

We had 10 friends come for French Quarter Fest and this place was PERFECT!!! Comfy private quiet rooms, gorgeous places to hang out; we especially enjoyed the internal patio. Super convenient to walk from. Safe, quiet, spacious, comfortable, good communication, well-stocked, conveniently located… I can’t say enough good things! We would definitely stay here again. One person said it was the best nights sleep he has ever gotten!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Apr 12, 2024

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

Absolutely the best place to stay in NOLA with an amazing property manager.

I can not begin to express how amazing our stay was. Beth was extremely accommodating and made sure we were taken care of from start to finish. Her attention to detail and professionalism made our stay wonderful. The Firehouse was immaculate and even better than we expected. Staying in such a historic building was unreal. YOU HAVE TO RECREATE THE PICTURE OF THE ORIGINAL FIREMEN FROM STATION 24. Even if you only have a few people, it is definitely a bucket list attraction when visiting NOLA. We had people out front taking pictures of the Firehouse daily. It really is an amazing once in a lifetime place to stay. The area around the firehouse is great, A nice locally owned coffee and breakfast shop and a neighborhood market with everything you will need for your stay. Undoubtedly worth every penny…

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

Apr 8, 2024

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

A great week

This property is really cool. Great job of sticking with the firehouse theme without it being corny. Perhaps not the best place if you have someone in your group with a disability as there are a lot of stairs but wasn't a problem for us. Only downside I can think of is walking back to the property after hitting a couple of bars in the neighborhood we were threatened by a person who implied he had a gun and told us not to be there. Other than that it would be good for someone looking to book that all bathrooms are connected to bedrooms so if you fill all of the rooms with your party there isn't a handy bathroom for common use. Everyone had a blast. Cheap, quick Ubers to French Quarter. St. Roch Market was a huge highlight of the trip with something for everyone. Truly unforgettable. Would absolutely book again. Pool table was a huge bonus that added to the fun.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

Mar 31, 2024

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

Roadtrip

Everything was perfect!! Beth was awesome and met us when we arrived early. We so enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

David B.

Mar 24, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Spacious house

The house was very spacious and easily accommodated 6 golfers. Courtyard was a nice retreat. The gathering area was large enough to easily accommodate 12 golfers. The description stated hot tub which was in error. The pool table was a nice treat.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Beth Vasquez

The Firehouse is owned by two successful businessmen: one a noted local architect (who oversaw the renovation!) and the other who owns/operates an popular upscale home & lifestyle store in the swanky Old Metairie neighborhood. It is managed by Beth Vazquez.

Why they chose this property

The Firehouse building oozes with charm and history. The location is great, too, for those who want to be close to the craziness but in a REAL New Orleans residential neighborhood. And how often can one say they stayed in an authentic firehouse!? It's fun to imagine what it must have been like when the New Orleans Fire Department's Engine 24 called this building home for so many years. The owners and manager strive to provide a clean, comfortable and fun base from which guests can explore New Orleans.

What makes this property unique

The Faubourg Marigny is such an interesting neighborhood on its own, with great restaurants, clubs, coffee shops, etc. Fantasic 1800s architecture everywhere, too! And of course, the French Quarter is just a few blocks away, as is the French Market, the Mississippi River, St. Roch Market (a must-visit on your stay) and more. If you're visiting for a sports weekend, both the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and the Smoothie King Center are a quick 1-2 miles away.