Staying here with my two children (15&20) for a fun getaway before Thanksgiving in the Vallette…read moresuite with a little kitchen. Where to begin?!? The architecture, details, host and hostess here are amazing. Ed is a chef and Hillary the hostess with the mostest It is a step back in time with 12' sliding doors, tall ceilings, antiques, charm yet all the creature comforts of the modern home. Being in this area surrounded by these beautifully restored homes feels like being in another country. Breakfast here is great and there are other restaurants nearby you can walk to for pizza, seafood, coffee, "adult beverages". The house is walking distance to a ferry boat that will take you across the river to the street cars, French Quarter, Superdome, Mardi Gras World, Uptown, etc. The people are friendly, hospitality here is amazing and I want to move in...forever.

Imagine an awarding winning chef serving his creations to you in an antebellum home environment…read more It is blissful. It's like Elon Musk showing you a Tesla or Harry Connick Jr sitting at the piano with you. I absolutely recommend you make this a must do in New Orleans. His gumbo has been named best in New Orleans. The home made pasta was spiced in all the right ways. I had seconds on everything. Even his salad was awesome. Who brags about salad? But seriously, I have eaten on every continent and most states, but I want this again tomorrow. And I want seconds!

Our trip to New Orleans was the best, because of our stay at the House of the Rising Sun, B&B. The…read morehospitality of Kevin and Wendy was like visiting old friends. Durning breakfast or after a day in the French Quarter we would have great conversations with Kevin. We had there insight of 30 year residences during Mardi Gras. They recommended parades to see, where to eat, Music venues and all the attractions to see. The accommodations (Memphis Mini) was clean and comfortable, and the beautiful neighborhood (Algiers Point) was quiet with great restaurants and bars with good food..! It was a five minute walk to the ferry to cross the mighty Mississippi to the French Quarter. We will visit again and recommend staying at the House of the Rising Sun B&B in Algiers Point..! Hey Otis, take good care of Kevin and Wendy..!

If you're looking for a quaint, cozy, quiet and safe neighborhood to stay in while visiting New…read moreOrleans, this is it! Kevin and Boudin the Wonder Dog greeted us upon arrival and chatted with us on the back porch. Relaxing on the swing out there while petting Boudin was wonderful. The daily fresh fruit breakfasts were the perfect start to our days along with the hour or so of talking with our fellow houseguests about our adventures the previous day. The rooms have private bathrooms, our bed was comfortable, rooms were wonderfully decorated and clean. There is a short 2 block stroll to the ferry which we took daily to cross the river into the French Quarter. ( a highlight of our day) There is also an English pub down the street which is very friendly, fun and convenient. A nearby church tolls every hour for a nice touch. All in all, it was the perfect place for us away from the "city" to go home to every evening. Thank you Kevin, Wendy and Boudin!

This was my first time at a bed and breakfast. The outside and inside were decorated to the Tee. I…read morewas impressed as to the detail for the Christmas decorations. Our host was pretty accommodating and let us keep our stuff for longer in our room when we needed to hold our luggage. The kitchen is full of snacks, coffee, and other beverages that can be accessed at any time. Our room was outside the main house but it was cute. It had a hot tub inside with a ton of different bubble settings. I really liked the effervescent salt that came as a packet to use with the tub. For breakfast, it was available anytime between certain hours. The breakfast came with the most amazing chicory coffee. It was honestly the best chicory coffee I have ever had. Food wise we had the Monte Cristo rolls. I really liked the jelly with the ham and cheese.

Ashton's is close enough to the action that you can walk or Uber to the French Quarter or Frenchman…read moreStreet. It's far enough away that you can get a decent night's sleep (once you get used to the traffic and thin walls of am old house). It has charm, feels safe due to the fenced-in yard, and the southern hospitality your expect in these parts. Patrick was communicative before we arrived, ensuring he was aware when we would check in and offering to accommodate an early check in if available. Karma was wonderful, as well! We missed our first breakfast due to having a swamp tour. We were at to meet our bus for that at the time breakfast starts. I let Patrick know in advance and he said to remind them the day before, which happened to be our check in day. He said they could do eh sandwiches or something if we were OK with that. We agreed those sounded perfect - warm and portable on a chilly February morning. Karma had them ready for us in a little carry out bag, along with a couple surprises: warm banana bread slices, a fresh fruit cup (which was a perfect snack on the bus back from the swamp), some Sunny D, and some waters. It was all quite thoughtful and very tasty! The next morning we enjoyed praline French toast casserole, which was delicious but I couldn't finish it! (Another individual was having scrambled eggs and dry toast so they can accommodate if you opt out of the breakfast of the day) Coffee, with and without chicory, was available. Tea was also available, which was nice in the cold evenings. Patrick offered tips on where to see parades for those in town for Mardi Gras, and tips on other sights as well. We'd certainly return!

We were recently in New Orleans for Graduation Ceremonies and were happy to find this charming,…read morehistoric Bed and Breakfast. In the French Quarter with easy walking everywhere we wanted to go and the added bonus of on property parking. Our hosts, Pat and Greg were so sweet, friendly and informative and cooked us a delicious breakfast complete with great conversation and a history of the house. An absolutely wonderful experience.

We were fortunate to stay at the Bougainvillea House during Mardi Gras and had a fantastic time…read more The house is an enclosed compound with a garden, transporting you to authentic New Orleans. Pat and Greg are amazingly hospitable, opening up their house and sharing stories of New Orleans and the Bougainvillea House history. The house is located right in the heart of the French Quarter, and so it is just minutes to walk to Bourbon street, the Frenchmen District to enjoy Jazz clubs or the waterfront. Greg and Pat even took us to one of their favorite parade spots and we enjoyed watching the Krewe of Bacchus parade up St. Charles. Highly recommended if you want to experience New Orleans as a local.

We simply loved our experience at the R&B Bed & Breakfast…read more We called Kristi & Joe the morning of our arrival, to let them know our ETA and to ask for advice about parking. They explained how parking works on Frenchmen Street and pointed out some spots that were free right in front of their place. We nabbed it--It can happen! They showed us around their BEAUTIFUL shotgun house with 12' ceilings, period furniture, and a lovely, quiet garden patio off the kitchen/dining area. We had some friends in who live in the area join us for a bit in the garden, and our hosts made ALL of us feel quite welcome. Joe & Kristi have a deep connection with the neighborhood. It was evident as each in turn shared their perspective on the people, the food, the music--the scene in general.

This charming gem nestled in a laid back neighborhood across the street from the beautiful and…read morebuffered Washington Park. Just a few blocks up from all the action. Everything and everyone was spot on superb. From the personable booking to the greeting at the door. Kristi is the brains and the boss. But with delicacy and love. Joe is the chef and I'm sure a lot more. He's a very nice dude. Beth is a cool girl who helps clean and anything you might need. The house is gorgeous from the outside and in. As you walk in the beautiful living room there is ample room to lounge and congregate, play games, or just read. The dining room has so many snacks and goodies available at your convenience. Cereals, muffins, bagels, etc. The fridge has the milk, oj, creamer etc.There is a coffee machine and even a bottled water dispenser. And the hot breakfasts are superb. Joe whipped up delicious pancakes and sausages and another day there were scrumptious quiches. You come and go as you please and the front is always locked but not for us with the code. I will definitely come back and bring my wife and my friends. Already miss my peeps and this fantastic b & b on Frenchman street.

Had a wonderful day yesterday visiting the Houmas House! Beautiful home with beautiful grounds and…read moregardens. Sophie was our tour guide and we couldn't believe that she'd only been working there for 3 weeks! She was full of knowledge and funny, too. The buffet in the Dixie Cafe was good! Absolutely no complaints!

My wife and I both toured the Houmas House and Gardens today. Such a fascinating piece of history…read morethat Mr Kevin Kelly has preserved for future generations. To find out that his dedication goes as far as living at the Houmas House adapting his lifestyle to living a dream with such historical paintings and furniture in this beautiful museum of a home. We dined at the Dixie Cafe which is one of numerous additions he made to the estate enhancing the experience of the 1700s, 1800s, & 1900s at the Houmas Houmas Estate and Gardens. We did get a glimpse of the architect/real estate guru who put his life work into the estate at the Dixie Cafe today. He was enjoying his lunch with his dog by his side. Hats off to you sir well done!

We had such a wonderful stay at Dauphine House B & B. Comfortable bed and linens, spacious bath and…read morewonderful continental breakfast. The owner offers hospitality beyond compare and great tourism advice as well. The location is great just a 3 minute walk to Frenchmen Street and about 5 minutes to the action in the French Quarter, but you are away from the noise and craziness. You can't beat Karen's place.

I wish I could rate this 10 stars! Many, many years ago, a friend and I found Dauphine House B&B,…read moreand stayed there a couple of times over Thanksgiving. Karen was so sweet and accomodating and everything was clean and gorgeous. Fast forward about 20 years, and I have moved from WA state, to Memphis, and my friend from back home is coming in for my birthday, and we are "touring" some southern states. I knew I wanted to stay at Dauphine House, but was worried it wouldn't be owned by the same person. I was so pleased to find out it was still Karen! She is so nice, and provides a breakfast basket with bananas and muffins, water in the fridge, and there is a Keurig in the room. She even provides real plates, silverware, cups and glasses. We decided not to have her provide the breakfast basket, we decided to be "sinful" and eat breakfast at Cafe Du Monde each morning. She also provides you with a detailed, color coded map of the quarter, and a little booklet of things to see, places to eat, things to be careful about, etc. The location is so close to everything. You turn a corner, and cross the street... BOOM you are on Bourbon Street. The house is so quiet, you don't hear any street noise, and it is so clean. I know I mentioned that previously, but that is really important for me. It is a beautifully decorated old New Orleans home, and I would recommend for anyone to stay. You will not be sorry! You will be enchanted!

We had a wonderful stay with our documentary crew and their friends and family. We chose Lanaux…read moreMansion as the place to celebrate the end of our documentary's three month journey where we followed a kayaker from Lansing, NC all the way to the Gulf. Since she was finishing her journey near New Orleans, we chose Lanaux as the place to not only stay but hold our celebration dinner, and we couldn't have been more pleased. The accommodations were GORGEOUS and right in the heart of the New Orleans action. They also hosted our celebration dinner, and the service and food was extraordinary. We were all blown away by their hospitality, and we couldn't recommend Lanaux Mansion enough! :)

From the owner: The Lanaux Mansion Bed and Breakfast is a beautiful, 1879 Victorian Mansion in the New Orleans…read moreFrench Quarter area. You'll enjoy the bed and breakfast's unique historic charm as you experience undisturbed privacy in the old world atmosphere of your room or suite. Across the street from the B&B is the New Orleans French Quarter, with endless entertainment including art galleries on Royal Street. Around the corner on Frenchmen Street, big name musicians perform nightly. More great New Orleans music venues and world class cuisine are just a stroll away.

My husband and I rented out this entire property for our family to stay during our wedding week. It…read morewas the absolute perfect home base for us and our guests. Location is unbeatable and the house feels built to hold exactly what we needed. Each room has it's own bathroom and the outdoor space is so beautiful and welcoming. The kitchen is PERFECT for cooking and hosting and our wedding week would not have been nearly as seamless had we not found this place. Will 100% stay here again and again.

My boyfriend and I stayed here for three nights during a recent trip to NOLA, and we could not have…read morebeen happier with our stay! I had made the reservation months in advance, but the B&B was going through some technical problems with their system, so the booking process was slightly confusing. John, the owner, e-mailed me to clear things up and put us on a list for a free room upgrade. Fast -forward to our arrival. I really wasn't expecting the upgrade, but we got it! This meant that we stayed in the suite on the first floor--a beautiful bedroom and living room separated by pocket doors. It was basically like staying in our own apartment, especially since our room was right next to the kitchen. (One caveat: If you like to sleep late, this might not be the room for you since you can hear the kitchen noise in the morning starting around 8 or so. It didn't bother us since we were generally up by then anyway.) John is an amazing host and cook. We're talking real breakfasts here; not just a quick continental thing. My boyfriend and I had a great time chatting with him in the mornings. As for the location, it's right on the edge of the French Quarter, so it's within easy walking distance of a lot of points of interest but is far enough from the crazy that you don't have to worry about drunk people screaming and puking outside your window. Parking can be tricky (street parking), so you're probably better off without a car. After our experience here, I would never stay anywhere else in NOLA!

We visited Splendor farms as a last second get away for a Saturday evening. I called Saturday…read moremorning to see about a vacancy that evening. Kelly, the owner, answered and was polite and prompt about getting back to me about an opening that evening. We heading out, and arrived around 4:15. The farm was easy to find, about 30 minutes from the Covington exit off of I-12. It was quickly evident that the farm was a working farm and that friendly dogs were present. However, although the farm was not super manicured and landscaped, it was laid out very well and clean. There was a kennel close to the house which housed alot of eager to let you know they were there puppies. Kelly quickly showed us around, and let us know to review the welcome packet, as it had important information. She showed us the dining room, with its games, coffee and beautiful table. We were next shown our room, the Ponderosa room, which had a microwave, and mini fridge on its screened in porch. The room was beautiful, exuded warmth and the decor was on theme. After reviewing the rules we explored. There is a saltwater pool (closed for the season), a hot tub (that we unfortunately didn't enjoy, no bathing suits) and a fire pit (which we later heavily enjoyed) all close to the house and the rooms. The farm has a gorgeous white pony, 2 burros (one was pregnant), a few goats, chicken,and 2 super fluffy bunnies. We followed the rules as we explored, ie if you open a gate close it. We were escorted by 2 super old and friendly farm dogs, and encountered multiple super sweet farm cats. The fields were a bit muddy, but it had obviously rained a few days before. We only explored one field with horses, but they were super sweet and the fields were well cared for. We went to the local Hog Heaven for BBQ (highly recommend, 15 minutes away, huge portions, delicious). After dinner we headed back and enjoyed the fire pit. We turned in early, because the bed was soooo comfortable. Unfortunately, the temperature dropped super quickly overnight, but it was on the forecast. Breakfast in the dining room the next morning was delicious, the french toast was perfect and the huervos rancheros was authentic. We decided to opt out of the trail ride the following morning because we hadn't packed for the rain (silly us). Kelly however offered coats and gloves, which was a kind gesture and really appreciated. We will definitely be back in the summer and better prepared. A few things to remember about this place, there is a kennel on site as Kelly is a dog breeder, so there is barking and some smell. However, Kelly provided ear plugs in the rooms for the barking and its outside, so the smell isn't terrible. Another thing to note is as this is a small business. check or cash is preferred, since credit card companies charge that nasty transaction fee to businesses, but Kelly will take credit cards if necessary. Additionally, Kelly teaches lessons, does camp, and trails rides, so she knows her horses. Just like any horse person I've encountered over the years, Kelly has a no nonsense attitude about her place. However, she manages to be clear about her farm and the rules while being warm and friendly. This is obviously what she is born to do and she is amazing at it. We will be visiting again, multiple times and with family!

I contacted Kelly McKinney, owner of Splendor Farms in Bush, LA, in March 2026 to inquire about the…read morepurchase of an adult mini dachshund to enjoy a wonderful life as a companion to my 75-year-old mother. I paid $3650 and flew to Gulfport, MS to pick up this dog, "W." Almost immediately after she was in our possession, our communication with Kelly became contentious and our nightmare began.  It would be impossible to describe what an emotional and physical wreck this almost three-year-old dog was in without sounding like I am exaggerating. She would not eat, would not walk outside on a leash, and was not housebroken. She was frantic, ran, and cringed every time every time we tried to gently approach her. We asked Kelly multiple times what could be going on with W but she either gave us a condescending answer (e.g. "you are apparently scary to her") or didn't respond at all.  These troubles were soon surpassed by much more pressing ones when, weeks later, she W developed a hacking cough and began to completely refuse the little bit of food we had been able to get into her via hand feeding. We sent a video of her coughing to Kelly and begged her to please offer her knowledge to help us figure out what was behind W's rapid decline. She did not respond.  Sedated X-rays ordered by our vet revealed that W's lungs were filled with either a fungal infection or lymphoma. She was immediately transferred to an emergency hospital two hours away for oxygen support and diagnostics, where further testing (urine assay test and bronchoalveolar lavage) solved the case: W had Blastomycosis, an often-fatal fungal disease. Again, we had had W for seven weeks at this point. My final text to Kelly said "if you are at all concerned about the unbelievable suffering [W] - and we - have experienced in the past week, please contact me." She didn't.  W spent 11 days in intensive care, receiving IV meds, constant oxygen, and nutrition through an NG tube. W survived this ordeal, miraculously, but it took someone like my mother who was willing to spend $25,000 on a dog we had only had for two months to save her. She may have permanent lung damage and the treatment for Blasto will be long and expensive. She will be on anti-fungal meds for many months and will need ongoing testing. The total bill for saving her life will likely be in the range of $35,000 but we think she's worth it. Nonetheless, it has been an exhausting, terrifying, expensive nightmare.  Everything above is our own experience and our own opinion. I only wish that, before buying W, we had read reviews available online about adult dogs sold by Splendor Farms, as I now have done and encourage others to do. PLEASE - BUYER BEWARE.