Simply Southern Cottage

Simply Southern Cottage Reclaimed & restored my life & my 1926 Louisiana cottage. Now inspiring others to do the same. Now inspiring you to do the same.

🌸DIY + Design + Decor
🌸Short term rental host + real estate investor
🌸Seen on/in Magnolia Network, HGTV, Forbes, Apartment Therapy, Southern Living and more
🌸Reclaimed and restored my life and my home.

I have to know, out of the 8 villas, which one is your favorite???? This was one of the most daunting and rewarding proj...
10/23/2026

I have to know, out of the 8 villas, which one is your favorite????

This was one of the most daunting and rewarding projects of my life. I’m truly so grateful for all of your kind words about this amazing renovation.❤️

Introducing The Villas at Spanish Court:

💙 Laura started out with lots of broken glass, lead paint, and asbestos. When I finished, I turned it into this cozy little grandma style villa. It has lots of nostalgic vibes and reminds you of bygone days.

🍋 Annie was full of pink paint and lots of questionable tile. Now it’s the cutest most colorful cottage full of pattern play.

🧸 Piper had a bathroom that was COMPLETELY destroyed. But I was determined to restore all of it to its original beauty. She is cozy, neutral, and warm. If you like farmhouse vibes, this villa is for you.

🐚 Cindy is the one that caused me the greatest headache on the internet 😅. There was a lot of leftover debris, like someone had left all of their belongings and walked away. Cindy turned out so cute and cozy, and has that beachy vibe.

🌸 Carrie is next and when i stepped foot in there for the first time it looked like bats were hanging from the ceiling. Once we finished her, it was a happy, joyful space full of pattern play.

🦋 Penney was one of the ones in the worst shape. But my team and I were able to work a miracle in this one. This wallpaper by Daisy Bennett Designs signifies new life.

🌼 Daisy had almost all of the walls torn out. When we finished here, we created a calm and comforting space. This is actually our most booked villa!

🤎 Wheeler also had all of the walls torn out and it was a complete disaster. It is a throwback to my maiden name and is also our only villa that is truly masculine. I love the dark moody vibes.

We have so many amazing things to offer in Minden Louisiana for your next getaway! Book a stay with us on mindenstays.com. Use code Cottage10 for 10% off. And come experience the southern culture in the friendliest city in the south. It would be an honor to host you and share our amazing town.

10/22/2026

Here’s my fav Main to Main Trade Days find! What’s yours?!

10/22/2026

My therapist has clothing racks and REALLY good vintage. 😂🛍️

If finding the perfect secondhand outfit is your kind of happy, come see us at Purvéy Minden! And bring your shopping bestie, because this weekend in downtown Minden, Louisiana, is going to be GOOD. 💃

🏈 Homecoming fun
🛍️ Shop the Block on Saturday—stay tuned for our specials!
🧙‍♀️ Witches Ride on Saturday night

Come for the festivities, pop in for the vintage treasures, and make a whole day of loving on our little town. ✨

Tag the friend who needs a little “retail therapy” with you! 👇

Texas and Florida being repped at The Villas at Spanish Court this weekend! Yay! If you see these sweet ladies out and a...
10/22/2026

Texas and Florida being repped at The Villas at Spanish Court this weekend! Yay!

If you see these sweet ladies out and about, give them a big, warm Minden welcome!

Happy Homecoming and Witches Ride of Minden weekend! What a gift to welcome everyone to our amazing town! 💛💛💛💛

Coffee on the porch, pajamas until noon, and a whole weekend spent laughing with your favorite girlfriends?? Now that so...
10/22/2026

Coffee on the porch, pajamas until noon, and a whole weekend spent laughing with your favorite girlfriends?? Now that sounds like my kind of getaway! 😂☕💗

Whether you're planning a weekend at a cozy cottage, a birthday getaway, or just a good old-fashioned girls' sleepover, I've rounded up some of my favorite Amazon finds to make it even sweeter. Think cozy robes, pretty coffee mugs, soft blankets, cute travel essentials, and all the other things that’ll make you want to slow down and stay awhile.

Comment SHOP and I'll send the list to your DMs.

Sometimes the best part of a girls' trip isn't even what you have planned. It's those slow mornings with coffee in hand, sitting around in your pajamas, talking about absolutely everything and nothing at all. ❤️

Thank you so much Southern Living for featuring my porch and our sweet Jax in this piece ❤️🐾I'm so grateful to have been...
10/22/2026

Thank you so much Southern Living for featuring my porch and our sweet Jax in this piece ❤️🐾

I'm so grateful to have been included alongside some other amazing designers as we share our go-to tips for decorating fall porches that last from Halloween through Thanksgiving.

Y'all know how much I love decorating my porch, especially for fall, so this was such a fun feature to be part of.

And goodness, I think Jax may have stolen the show 😂💗

I'll share the link to the full article in the comments!

https://www.southernliving.com/fall-porch-decor-ideas-that-last-through-thanksgiving-12173684

Our first Sips & Songs event at the Fuller White House with Point of Grace is officially SOLD OUT!BUT……..Since so many o...
10/22/2026

Our first Sips & Songs event at the Fuller White House with Point of Grace is officially SOLD OUT!

BUT……..

Since so many of you still wanted the chance to join us, we decided to open one more event on 11/29 from 6:30–8:30 PM! YAY!

Come celebrate Christmas with me at the Fuller White House in Minden, Louisiana, for an intimate evening featuring an exclusive, live performance by Point of Grace.

In addition to the live performance, we’ll also enjoy light refreshments from Chef Jodie of Geaux Fresh, a tour of the home, and an exclusive meet-and-greet with Point of Grace, with plenty of time for photos and visiting.

Hector will also be there to photograph the evening, and all attendees will receive access to a gallery of event pictures afterward!

Comment SONGS and I’ll send you the ticket link so you can grab yours as soon as possible!

You can also choose the VIP Package, which includes a two-night stay at The Villas at Spanish Court, two admission tickets, and two Point of Grace + Simply Southern Cottage swag packages—including my new book!

If you missed tickets the first time around, this is your chance to get them now. Comment SONGS and I’ll send the ticket link to your messages ❤️🎄

PS: We still have 3 VIP packages left for the 3:00 event if you'd rather come to that one!

10/22/2026

Renovating a 1931 historic building in small town Louisiana was definitely not for the faint of heart.

I recently completed phase one of this major renovation project and turned one of the storefronts into the cutest little vintage clothing shop called Purvéy Minden. Purvéy means to supply furnish or provide and we are purveyors of vintage clothing, books, records and plants.

Here are all of the steps I took to take this blighted, historic building in downtown Minden, Louisiana, and turn it into a destination for locals and out-of-towners to shop for the cutest vintage and reloved clothing.

You can read more about this renovation and the renovation of my life in my new book, The Bright Side of the Other Side available now anywhere books are sold. Type BOOK and I’ll send you the link.

Hope to see you soon in the friendliest city in the south! Minden, Louisiana

Minden Louisiana should absolutely be in your fall travel plans/bucket list and here’s why.🍁Historic downtown, parks, an...
10/22/2026

Minden Louisiana should absolutely be in your fall travel plans/bucket list and here’s why.

🍁Historic downtown, parks, and churches
🍁Legendary dives
🍁Outdoor fun
🍁Local murals and coffee shops
🍁Antiquing
🍁Kayaking
🍁Nostalgic stays

Dubbed the friendliest city in the south, Minden is full of opportunities to interact with history and the outdoors while exploring vintage treasures and our legendary dives.

Located halfway between Dallas and Jackson along I 20, Minden is the perfect destination for your fall (or winter) getaway, whether you are traveling solo, as a couple, or with your family.

Book your next stay on mindenstays.com and let us wrap you in our cozy, southern hospitality. Tag and share with a friend who would love to visit our town. Y’all come see us!

Photo credits:
📸Minden Water Tower: Hector M Sanchez
📸Brick Street Coffee Shop: Courtney Dexter Photography
📸Skele-Tour Display: Holly Monday

Your Main to Main weekend just got a little dreamier! 🦋✨We just had a CANCELLATION for our Penney Villa, and this darlin...
10/22/2026

Your Main to Main weekend just got a little dreamier! 🦋✨

We just had a CANCELLATION for our Penney Villa, and this darling stay could be yours November 6–8!

If you’ve been wanting to experience Minden, Louisiana, during one of its most exciting weekends, here’s your opportunity. Spend your days treasure hunting, shopping local, and soaking up the small-town charm—then unwind in this cozy room at The Villas at Spanish Court. 💕

Grab your shopping buddy and make a whole weekend of it!

🏡 Book at MindenStays.com
💛 Use code COTTAGE10 for 10% off your stay!

Tag the friend you’d bring along! 👇

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