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“Iconic plantation estate on the banks of Mississippi. The imposing mansion, impeccable grounds, three restaurants, museum and guided tours make this a destination property. Rooms with opulent period interiors are located in quaint cottages with pillared porches. Boutique history-lover's paradise.”

“Iconic plantation estate on the banks of Mississippi. The imposing mansion, impeccable grounds, three restaurants, museum and guided tours make this a destination property. Rooms with opulent period interiors are located in quaint cottages with pillared porches. Boutique history-lover's paradise.”

Recommended For

  • Historic
  • With a rich past and French origins, the Greek Revival estate dates back to 1770s. In the 1880s it was a sugarcane plantation
  • Country Escape
  • Offers idyllic Southern countryside experience combining history, architecture, gardens and amazing riverside location
  • Weddings
  • Stunning Southern wedding venue; host a ceremony beneath the oak alley with the grand mansion as a backdrop
  • Short break
  • Conveniently located between New Orleans and Baton Rouge, this is ideal for short getaways
  • Other Activities
  • The estate has been featured in many Hollywood movies, including Green Book. Look out for familiar spots as you tour the grounds
  • Hotel Entertainment
  • A guided tour of the estate is a must. As well as the mansion, the tour includes landscaped gardens and Pre-Civil War submarine
  • Sights nearby
  • Other plantations in the area worth visiting include Laura, Oak Valley and San Francisco
  • Museums
  • The Great River Road Steamboat Museum is located next to the estate
  • Golf
  • Restaurant
  • Three options include casual Dixie's Cafe, elegant Carriage House Restaurant and opulent fine-dining Latil's Landing Restaurant
  • Good wine list
  • Wine-lovers can ask for a tour of the impressive cellars, home to world-class wines and champagnes
  • Pet friendly
  • The owner adores dogs. Pets are very welcome and food and water bowls are provided at no charge
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Each of the rooms come with a porch to enjoy the view; King Porch benfits from a private space
  • Riverside
  • Prime location overlooks Mississippi River and is a good spot for both sunrise and sunset
  • Colonial
  • Quiet
  • Family Suites
  • Wedding license
  • Barefoot Luxury
  • Boutique
  • B&B
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Full of character
  • Artworks
  • Inn
  • Child friendly
  • Retro/Vintage
  • Disabled access
  • Traditional
  • Antiques
  • Charming
  • Four poster beds
  • Intimate
  • Romantic
  • Views
  • Secluded setting

Facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Three options include casual Dixie's Cafe, elegant Carriage House Restaurant and opulent fine-dining Latil's Landing Restaurant
  • Garden
  • Stunning 38 acre gardens are home to an impressive range of indigenous Louisiana plant life as well as interesting exotics
  • Good wine list
  • Wine-lovers can ask for a tour of the impressive cellars, home to world-class wines and champagnes
  • Pet friendly
  • The owner adores dogs. Pets are very welcome and food and water bowls are provided at no charge
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Each of the rooms come with a porch to enjoy the view; King Porch benfits from a private space
  • Family Suites
  • Bar
  • Wedding license
  • Meeting Room
  • Cots available
  • Shops
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting Room
  • Disabled access
  • Suites
  • Satellite / Cable TV
  • Child friendly
  • Four poster beds
  • Wifi
  • Views
  • Bath robes
  • Parking

Activities

  • Other Activities
  • The estate has been featured in many Hollywood movies, including Green Book. Look out for familiar spots as you tour the grounds
  • Hotel Entertainment
  • A guided tour of the estate is a must. As well as the mansion, the tour includes landscaped gardens and Pre-Civil War submarine
  • Sights nearby
  • Other plantations in the area worth visiting include Laura, Oak Valley and San Francisco
  • Museums
  • The Great River Road Steamboat Museum is located next to the estate
  • Golf

Map & Location

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