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Lamplight Cottage, easy walk to Main Street!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
TV, books
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8163 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lamplight Cottage, easy walk to Main Street!

Beautiful, cozy home built 1940, just two blocks from Main Street and a half-mile from MSU campus. Large living room with wooden archway into dining area, with original, refinished wooden floors throughout. In walking distance of over 16 restaurants, a coffee shop, a bakery, the library, and shops on Main Street. Convenient location for graduation, MSU sporting events, and Starkville community events.

The Master Bedroom has a king-sized bed with a Tempurpedic mattress.

The 'Birmingham Room': yes, this is Starkville, but we started our family in Birmingham, Alabama, and have included several Birmingham 'touches' in this room, which has 2 full beds.

The 'Palmeiro Room' was rented by MSU baseball legend Rafael Palmeiro when he was a student here and has 2 twin beds.

The Reading Nook is a study off the living room that is perfect for those times when you are looking for a quiet space to read, work, or make a phone call.

The Kitchen is large and equipped with essentials for cooking and hosting. The 'coffee corner' includes coffee, creamer, hot teas, and hot chocolate. Help yourself to any food you see.

The Dining Room features a beautiful table that seats 6 with a bar that seats 2.

Family Fun: Several games and children's books are included in the living room and bedrooms. There is cable TV in the living room and master bedroom.

Earlier check-in may be available-- message me for availability. I live nearby, and as long as I am in town, I will be available for assistance during your stay. If out of town, I can still assist remotely with anything you may need!

About Starkville: Starkville is a lovely small town who is proud to be home to Mississippi State University. Our neighborhood, Oktibbeha Gardens, is one of the closest to campus. It is also extremely close and walkable to downtown (that is why we initially bought the home!). There are a variety of excellent restaurants nearby, including Southern BBQ, Soul Food, Thai Food, Indian Food, and locally-owned Starkville Favorites! We love to eat and are happy to make recommendations based on your preferences.

Property manager

Katie Buys

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,750 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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 first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Lamplight Cottage 2 Blocks From Main Street
Lamplight Cottage Holiday Ready Walk to Main Street!
Start 2021 at Lamplight Cottage, Walk to Main Street! Starkville

About the area

Map
Starkville, MS

What's nearby

  • Starkville Community Theatre - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mississippi State University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Mill Conference Center at MSU - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Dudy Noble Field at Polk–DeMent Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Davis Wade Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Columbus, MS (GTR-Golden Triangle Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Brothers Smoked Meats - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Little Dooey - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McAlister's Deli - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bulldog Burger Company - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lamplight Cottage, easy walk to Main Street! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lamplight Cottage, easy walk to Main Street!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lamplight Cottage, easy walk to Main Street!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lamplight Cottage, easy walk to Main Street! located?

Situated in Starkville, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Starkville Community Theatre, Starkville Dog Park and Moncrief Park. Oktibbeha Heritage Museum and Mississippi State University are also within 15 minutes.

Lamplight Cottage, easy walk to Main Street! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and lots of room for Graduation weekend
We booked this house for our daughters graduation weekend. The house had lots of room for us and her friends to come by and hang out for the weekend. It was very clean and as advertised. We actually walked to campus and back one afternoon - about a 15 to 20 minute walk. I judge a place by its hot water, and we all were able to have hot showers in the evening without waiting in between. The hosts were super easy to communicate with and took care of all of our requests. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C., Pascagoula, MS

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lamplight stay
Rental was great for price.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginger H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Multi family trip
Excellent location and very attentive owners. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
It was a cute older home near downtown yet a quiet street. All 1 floor with 3 steps to enter which was important for my elderly mom who stayed there with us. Modern updates, 2 full bathrooms. Very clean. We were there with family for graduation at MSU
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nury G.

Liked: Cleanliness
AC not working and gas pilot out
The stove’s pilot light went out, but that was a quick fix. The larger problem was no AC. The owner gave us fans to get us through the night. AC repairman fixed it first thing and saved our weekend. Thanks Mrs. Buys for responding so quickly and making it right.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location
The house was just as described. The setup was perfect for our family of 6, which included 4 teenage boys, with plenty of room for everyone to spread out. It was an easy walk to campus and to restaurants and downtown Starkville from the house. The owners were great from reserving the house to check out, and answering any questions we had Definitely hope to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Stacie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to the Dude!
We made the trip to Starkville for some Mississippi State baseball with our soon to be freshman son. Great spot, walkable to restaurants and even campus if you’re up for it! Driveway is steep and house definitely has historic charm. We had a few minor concerns however Katie was quick to address them personally in a prompt and professional manner. Looking forward to working with her again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy C., North Alabama, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a family gathering
We met family in Starkville over the long Thanksgiving weekend and made some great memories at Lamplight Cottage! A huge kitchen, table and bar to seat 10+ (there were only 7 of us at lunch but plenty seats!), cable for watching the Dawgs bring home the Golden Egg - couldn't ask for a better day!! Two full bathrooms! Three bedrooms - two with extra beds! So much space for the money. The driveway was a bit steep and narrow so if you have a big truck go slowly but it opens up to ample parking and a private backyard space! Close to everything, all amenities provided! It was like staying with family during our visit. Hope we can stay again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need and more!
The locator this property is great with plenty of parking in the back. Everyone said how comfortable the beds were (love the memory foam king bed). Showers were hot with great pressure. Living room was cozy and comfortable - tv worked well. Hose was very spacious - would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

APK P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage home close to campus
Loved this historic brick home located close to the cotton district and MSU campus. Katie the proper manager was quick to respond and very accommodating. Hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay
The home was nice and very cozy. The beds where soft and we slept great. The homeowner was very accommodating. Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

harvey C.

Liked: Cleanliness
MSU Graduation
We were a group of seven that came in for MSU Graduation. We are from New Jersey. We wanted a house with enough beds to accommodate grandparents and family. The house was more than big enough. We never felt like we were on top of each other. Katie was more than accommodating and made the entire process easy. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Skip S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roomy, cozy home
The house is older but has a really cool vibe! Reminded me of my Grandfather's house in Fernandina Beach, FL. Very clean, large rooms, big back yard area. Suited our needs perfectly for a Florida/Miss St baseball series weekend. Close proximity to the Cotton District and campus for great dining and beveraging experiences! Definitely worth the $$$
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reggie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Stay
Mrs.Katie was very responsive and attentive!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sherry T., Cordova, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was lovely
The property is an older home but is updated with everything you need plus it has personality and charm. It was fully stocked with cooking utensils and dishes and really made you feel at home and also has plenty of parking The owners are wonderful, and the house has that ambience.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Ernest

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfortable place to stay in Starkville. Very close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall break
Enjoyed visiting with our son during MSU fall break. This house was very comfortable and centrally located to everything we needed. The owner was warm and welcoming! Truly, a hidden gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob B., Fayetteville, GA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific!
Our stay was terrific! Group of 7 of us in town to go to the MS St game. Katie was incredibly accommodating, and the house was clean, spacious, and in a very convenient location! Thanks, Katie!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming get away
Spacious lovely get away for a large family. Located close to campus and charming down town Starkeville. Hostess has decorated with beautiful artwork and created a warm inviting place to stay. It was so much better than a hotel. I am so thankful we stayed there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Very quite and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia G., Little Rock, AR

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Starkville!
We had a wonderful stay at this house in Starkville visiting the MSU campus and area. Family of 2 adults, 2 teenagers had plenty of room to spread out. Great artwork and MS ceramics decorate the home. The location to campus and restaurants was perfect. Our hosts were receptive and helpful with any questions we had. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcy g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great time here in MS. Katie was very helpful with any questions I had throughout our stay. Spacious rooms. Comfortable beds. Everything we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

wendy g.

Liked: Cleanliness
A place to stay in Starkville.
Even though the city had an unannounced water outage for a few hours, the place was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay for a baseball week-end!
We really enjoyed our stay. The host was very accommodating. Love the Mississippi vibe with the pottery and artwork and the home was very spacious. Very clean and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021