Historic Sallie Peay House - Luxe Downtown Retreat | House in Little Rock

SPACIOUS | CENTRALLY LOCATED | HISTORIC DISTRICT | 5 BR | 3.5 BATH | WRAP AROUND PORCH | DECK | BACKYARD W PATIO | OUTDOOR FIRE PIT
Welcome to the award-winning 1896 Sallie Peay House, a thoughtfully restored historic home where timeless character meets modern luxury and warm Southern hospitality. Designed for gathering, celebrating, and feeling truly cared for, this spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath retreat is ideal for families, wedding parties, work groups, medical stays, graduations, events, and relaxing Little Rock getaways.
Inside, you’ll find beautifully designed gathering spaces, four king bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, spa-inspired bathrooms, and multiple areas to relax, dine, work, and connect. The home blends the charm of a 19th-century residence with the comfort and convenience today’s travelers expect.
Guests can enjoy the fenced backyard, outdoor fire pit, grill, generous dining space, and indoor entertainment area with an air hockey table. Whether you’re hosting a family meal, getting ready for a special event, or unwinding after a day in Little Rock, the home is designed to feel comfortable, elevated, and memorable.
Located near downtown Little Rock, Simmons Bank Arena, the Statehouse Convention Center, restaurants, hospitals, and major event venues, Sallie Peay House offers both convenience and charm for groups who want more than a standard stay.
PRIME LOCATION |
The Sallie Peay House is located in Little Rock’s historic Central High neighborhood, close to downtown, hospitals, universities, restaurants, museums, event venues, and major highways.
Nearby landmarks and attractions include:
Central High School National Historic Site — 0.3 miles
Arkansas Baptist College — 0.4 miles
Dreamland Ballroom — 0.5 miles
Downtown Little Rock — 0.6 miles
Arkansas Children’s Hospital — 0.7 miles
Philander Smith University — 0.8 miles
Arkansas State Capitol — 1.1 miles
Mosaic Templars Cultural Center — 1.3 miles
Robinson Center — 1.7 miles
Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts — 1.8 miles
Statehouse Convention Center — 2.2 miles
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System — 2.5 miles
UAMS — 2.7 miles
Little Rock Zoo — 2.8 miles
Clinton Presidential Library and Museum — 2.9 miles
University of Arkansas at Little Rock — 3.0 miles
Simmons Bank Arena — 3.1 miles
War Memorial Stadium — 3.4 miles
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary — 3.7 miles
Little Rock Airport — 5.3 miles
Baptist Health Medical Center — 5.9 miles
Arkansas Heart Hospital — 7.2 miles
Two Rivers Park Bridge — 9.7 miles
DAY TRIPS & OUTDOOR FUN
Rusty Tractor Vineyards — 10.3 miles
Pinnacle Mountain State Park — 15.2 miles
River Bottom Winery — 22 miles
Moss Mountain Farm — 27 miles
An Enchanting Evening Winery — 28 miles
Bathhouse Row, Hot Springs — 54 miles
Ouachita National Forest — 65 miles
Petit Jean State Park — 69 miles
Mount Magazine State Park — 100 miles
Crater of Diamonds State Park — 110 miles
FOYER |
Step inside to a grand and welcoming entry filled with historic charm, beautiful details, and a warm sense of arrival. The foyer sets the tone for a memorable stay and invites guests to experience the story, character, and heritage of this special Little Rock home.
SITTING ROOM |
GAMEROOM |
Enjoy a relaxed entertainment space with music, games, and conversation. Guests can gather for air hockey, board games (inside gold coffee table), or a cozy night in. A Suzuki digital mini baby grand piano is available for guest enjoyment, offering a unique touch for music lovers..
LIVING ROOM |
The living room is designed for comfort and connection, with oversized chesterfield seating, warm lighting, and a large smart TV. It’s perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring, gathering with family, watching a movie, or curling up with a book and cup of coffee.
✔ Chesterfield couches with Pillows
✔ 75" Smart TV with Access to Streaming Services
✔ Soundbar
✔ Coffee Table
✔ End Tables
✔ Chesterfield Accent Chair
✔ Feathered Standing Lamp
✔ Electric fireplace
✔ Ottoman w/ throws
DINING ROOM |
The dining room offers a beautiful setting for family meals, catered dinners, celebrations, and group gatherings. With generous seating and an elevated atmosphere, it’s one of the home’s signature spaces.
✔ Highchair
✔ Dinning Room Table - seats 8, w/ 2 additional chairs located in the kitchen pantry to seat 10
KITCHEN |
The fully equipped kitchen is designed for guests who love to cook, gather, and entertain. With modern appliances, quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and a coffee/wine bar area, it’s both functional and beautiful.
✔ Keurig coffee maker
✔ Air Fryer - All-in-One 14 QT (Air Fryer/Dehydrator/Oven/Rotisserie)
✔ Coffee Maker
✔ Expresso Machine
✔ Coffee Pods and Teabags
✔ Sugar
✔ Local honey
✔ State of the art Refrigerator with Custom Round Craft Ice Machine Maker
✔ Trash compactor
✔ Stove
✔ Smart Combination Wall Oven
✔ Large farmhouse sink
✔ Toaster
✔ Hot water kettle
✔ Smart Dishwasher
✔ Dishes and silverware
✔ Blender
✔ Barbecue utensils
✔ Baking sheets
✔ Oven Bakeware Set
✔ Waffle Maker
✔ Cocktail Shaker
✔ Electric Wine Opener Set
✔ Old Fashioned Jupiter Vintage Glasses
✔ Vintage Glass Pitcher
✔ Wine glasses
✔ 3 Liters Vintage Drink Dispenser
✔ 2-Pack 1 Gallon Beverage Dispenser with Stand
✔ Outdoor Grill Top Pizza oven
✔ Cast Iron skillets
BEDROOMS |
The home offers 5 bedrooms and 6 total beds, including 4 king beds and 2 twin beds in a trundle setup.
✔ 4 King Beds
✔ Each King Bed has 10 Inch Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress
✔ 2 Twin Beds - Trundle Bed (3rd Bedroom - Chimney Room)
Each bedroom has it's uniqueness but all has a dedicated workspace, ample closet space with hangers, LARGE historical windows to bath in natural light.
✔ Extra King size "soft firm" pillow, and Std size "medium firm" pillow located in closet
✔ Yellow 200-Lumens Floating LED Lantern Flashlight - In case of emergency
The accent chairs are perfect when you're watching any of your favorite streaming apps. The TV bracket swivels, which means you can position the TV wherever you need it.
Specific Masters Bedroom Details:
The primary bedroom suite is located on the first floor, with all other bedrooms located upstairs.
♛ Masters Bedroom en suite
- Located on the first floor, all other bedrooms are located on the 2nd floor.
✔ 1 King Bed
✔ 55" Smart TV with Access to Streaming Services
✔ Walk-In Closet with Hangers, Shelves, Built-in drawers
✔ Extra King size "soft firm" pillow, and Std size "medium firm" pillow located in closet
✔ Dedicated workspace
✔ Night Stands with wall sconces
✔ Conair Handheld Garment Steamer for Clothes
✔ Iron and Ironing board
✔ En suite Bathroom with a freestanding soaking tub and a Walk-in Shower with rain head, wall-Mounted handheld shower heads, complemented with a shower bench for ultimate comfort
BATHROOMS |
The home includes 3 full bathrooms and 1 powder room.
✔ (1) Powder Room - First Floor
✔ (1) Master Bedroom en suite Bathroom - First Floor
✔ (1) Jack and Jill Bedroom en suite Bathroom - Second Floor
✔ (1) Private Hall - Full Bathroom - Second Floor
All Full bathrooms include:
✔ Shower
✔ Vanity
✔ Mirror
✔ Toilet
✔ Towels
✔ Essential Toiletries
OUTDOOR OASIS |
Embrace the enchantment of sunrise from our wrap-around porch, swaying gently in our rocking chairs with a complimentary cup of coffee or tea. Venture to our backyard deck in our fully enclosed fenced yard, where nature's symphony awaits, serenaded by chirping birds. Indulge your sweet tooth with s'mores by the fire pit, or grill up a storm with loved ones on our outdoor grill which offers space to gather, grill, play, and unwind. Your ultimate relaxation and culinary adventure await at our oasis.
✔ Grill
✔ Grill tools
✔ Charcoal
✔ S'more tools
✔ Fire Pit
✔ Fire wood
✔ 2' x 4' Cornhole Board Set with LED Lights - [Shed]
Whether you’re roasting s’mores, enjoying a quiet sunrise, hosting a family dinner, or relaxing after an event, the outdoor areas are designed for comfort, connection, and memorable moments.
GUEST ESSENTIALS
The home is stocked with essentials to help make your stay smooth and comfortable, including towels, linens, toilet paper, soap, pillows, hangers, basic toiletries, kitchen supplies, and laundry access.

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Historic Sallie Peay House - Luxe Downtown Retreat has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Downtown Little Rock has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Downtown Little Rock, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.