A visit to The Myrtles Plantation offers a unique blend of Southern history, architectural beauty,…read moreand just enough mystery to keep things interesting. The guided tour does a strong job of bringing the property's past to life. Set among towering oak trees and Spanish moss, the plantation itself is visually stunning, and the home's preserved interiors give an authentic glimpse into 18th- and 19th-century Louisiana life. Rainy Day our knowledgeable and engaging tour guide, was mixing well-documented history with the plantation's well-known ghost stories in a way that feels balanced rather than over-the-top. That said, expectations matter. If you're hoping for a purely historical deep dive, some of the supernatural elements may feel a bit dramatized. On the flip side, if you're looking for a full-on haunted experience, it's more subtle than theatrical. Overall, The Myrtles Plantation tour is a worthwhile stop for anyone traveling through Louisiana. It offers a memorable mix of culture, history, and atmosphere--especially for those who appreciate a good story along with their sightseeing.

Made this a last minute addition to our weekend Gulf getaway. From start to finish, the service…read morewas amazing! Friendly and funny, every employee we encounter was eager to share information and tips that made this a great place to stay. Lauren was a fantastic tour guide that brought the house to life for us. Don't miss the welcome glass of champagne.

The Saint Restaurant & Bar is located within the St. Francisville Inn…read more My Wife and I eat here at least once or twice a year, which began in 2024. It is easily in our top 5 favorite restaurants. It would also be within the top 3 or 5 best restaurants we've eaten at. I think it has gotten better since we started visiting, which is saying a lot. The restaurant is now getting recognized by Michelin and was recently added to their Michelin Guide. I will have to see if I can locate additional photos I have taken over the years. We have been at this point, June 2026, about five times. Every time we go the food and service is 10/10. We always start with the Baguette, Bisque and Sensation Salad. If I had to choose one dish to order it would be the Bisque. I could make a meal out of it with the Baguette. It is one of the 10 best bites of food I have ever had. It's the best thing on the menu in my opinion and luckily it's a main stay. As far main dishes go we have had varieties of their steak, pane'd veal, pork chop, pasta and fish. All were amazing. When it comes to desserts we typically get the flourless Chocolate Torte (when available) and the cheesecake.

What a great place! Spent one night here & thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The inn Is beautifully…read moredecorated & our room off the inn was perfect. Very comfortable bed, & nice bathroom. We didn't get a chance to enjoy the pool or outdoor area but it looked inviting. Don't miss dinner at the Inn! Everything start to finish was delicious!!! Great bar too & sitting on the front porch after dinner was even better! Highly recommend!

This is a beautiful venue for a wedding. They have peacocks walking freely around the property…read more There is a Greek amphitheater overlooking the lake that is perfect for the wedding party to stand. The grounds have so many beautiful flowers during the spring. There is a reflecting pool and pretty fountains.

This is a very beautiful place. Our family has gone almost every year for the Easter Sunrise…read moreService. It is absolutely breathtaking. The sun comes up over the amphitheater, birds are flying overhead, you may even catch a glimpse of an alligator swimming across the water. It is truly a heavenly place. I highly recommend a visit.

One of the benefits of being in a car club is that we find those less-travelled backroads that are…read moreonly found in small cities. On one of our excursions we found the Barrow House. We decided to stop by and look at the place. We really liked the place and made plans to come back. Fast forward about 5 wks after that initial finding and a small group of us are headed back out to the B&B. Some stayed at the Barrow House itself while me and a friend stayed across the street at Printer's House. We had a private bath and parlor. Also had a kitchen that was available to us. The Barrow House was the most comfortable and enjoyable bed and breakfast experience that I have had in recent years. The rooms are very large and clean. It has the cozy feeling of staying in someone's home but guests also have complete privacy. Shirley and Chris are wonderful and really know how to run a B&B (which isn't easy). St Francisville is one of the most charming cities in Louisiana. The Barrow House is a great asset to this unique city.

The porch was a godsend and my friend and I had a wonderful time rocking away into the wee hours,…read morecatching up after years of not seeing each other. This was the perfect setting for a reunion! The breakfast was great and Ms. Shirley was generous with information about the place--she was a true delight, as was the location and the room (we were in the Victorian Room in the Printers House--and what a history it has!). The street was quiet and wonderful, and it's a great place to stroll into town from. Great time with great people--I can't wait to take my mom here, she'll love it!

The initial presentation is a nice getaway to the country plantation life. Unfortunately when…read morestaying we came to realize each cabin is infested with bugs, one being covered in ants. The "continental" breakfast is a few stale croissants in a ziplock bag and expired orange juice. Turning to a highlight of an in house jacuzzi tub, don't expect the water to stay hot long enough to reach above the jets. Our tub button broke on first use. When mentioning to staff the front desk lady told us to figure it out with a broom. Also the older lady working in the front/main house should maybe rethink working in customer service.

I booked the Cook's Cottage for a little getaway weekend retreat. I planned to relax, read, walk…read morethe grounds with my small dog, sleep in, enjoy the ambiance. I was VERY disappointed when I got inside the cottage. Friends who have stayed at Butler Greenwood told me the cottages are a little older and rustic, but the pictures online looked charming. None of them had stayed at the Cook's Cottage might I add. I wasn't expecting a pristine, modern accommodation, but this cottage was closer to disrepair than rustic. Everything needs an update/upgrade/thorough cleaning. The sofa/chair slip covers were worn, dirty, and covered with random material squares where they were ripped, two of the three lamps were broken at the top so the shades tipped over to the side, the entire cottage aside from the bathroom was carpeted in old blue office carpet with some throw rugs on top. There were various prints and blankets covering the wall, one I noticed was taped on the glass where it had cracked. Cobwebs and dust were visible on many of the old wall hangings, the fireplace tools, the top of the mantle. There were dead bugs under the bed, in a kitchen cabinet with some random large pans, the air conditioner unit was old and only got somewhat cool no matter how low I tried to set it. The mattress on the bed was hard and probably thirty years old, the pillows stained and of the caliber of what they use in hospitals, the bathroom faucet and toilet were worn down and chipped, the jacuzzi tub faucets had such low pressure I had to run the water for over an hour to fill it enough to run the jacuzzi. Everything looked and felt dirty. There's mold on the shower door, a blue metal trash can that looks like something from a 1980s grammar school cafeteria would have used, a ceiling fan that could only be run with all of the overhead lights on. I thought about leaving the first night, but the weather was bad and it was already dark. I did ask Ms. Ann Butler, the owner, if I could move to another cottage, but she said all were booked for the next day. I had the opportunity to go look inside the Dovecoat cottage before the renters arrived, and it was one hundred times nicer than the Cook's cottage. Much cleaner, more light, renovated, more updated furniture and flooring. I cannot believe she rents these two cottages for the some price (she rents any of them for $150 if only one bedroom is used). I felt like I had been tricked as my place felt like a cheap motel. An old, dirty, cheap motel while the others appeared significantly nicer, more comfortable, up to date, etc. I spent Saturday walking the grounds, tried to swim (the pool was dirty and had mold on the stairs leading in), and enjoyed sitting on the back deck reading and looking at the lovely pond view. The grounds are lovely. As long as I was outside my cottage, everything was charming, pleasant, and nice enough. I chose to make the best of it for the day and then packed my things and drove home at sunset as spending another night in that cottage was not an option. I thought about talking with the owner about it, but I cannot imagine I am the first to complain about this cottage, and I could tell by her response when I asked about moving cottages she was not concerned about customer satisfaction. I am so disappointed and felt really swindled by the misleading website pictures. I am sharing some of my own so no one else makes the same unfortunate choice. From what I'm told, Chases's Cottage, the Pond House, the Tree house, and the Dovecoat (I can vouch for this one myself) are all lovely. The place is truly worth it if you can rent one of those cottages, but you would literally be better off staying at a 2 or 3 star hotel in the area than this cottage.

What an unforgettable experience. The grounds are absolutely breathtaking--lush, peaceful, and…read morebeautifully maintained, with towering live oaks draped in Spanish moss and scenery that feels straight out of a painting. Every walk across the property felt serene and timeless. What truly sets Greenwood apart is its rich history. You get to hear the stories of the past in every corner, by the owner herself. from the architecture to the surrounding landscape. It's a place that invites reflection and appreciation for the craftsmanship and legacy preserved there. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a photography lover, or simply looking for a quiet and beautiful place to unwind, Greenwood Plantation offers something special. I would absolutely recommend it to anyone seeking a unique, memorable, and deeply charming stay. One thing I didn't realize when I booked our stay was the bed and breakfast is a separate building area across the pond looking at the mansion. I booked thinking we would be actually in the mansion which was exciting but after reading the website again it clearly states this. One last thing I really enjoyed was the playing of the national anthem and the tribute to all the military branches played at 1800. God Bless America!

This a beautiful plantation, the accommodations are very comfortable and clean. I suggest rooms 6…read morethrough 8 or 10 through 11 because they have a view of the mansion and also a rear balcony with a view of the horse barn and pasture. The breakfast provided each morning is delicious. So plan on partaking of it. I would also like to recognize the owners as they provided impeccable hospitality, and were so cordial during our visit.

This is an iconic and very historic place, in a beautiful semi-isolated setting. The home was…read morebuilt between 1790 & 1845; appears sound, grounds well-kept. Cons: antiquated electrical, HVAC, & plumbing, guests are not free to roam the grounds, and, no pets of any kind allowed in rooms. Breakfast is served at 9:00 but check-out is at 11:00, which is tight for us old folks. Suggest one take the $7 "tour" before deciding to stay here. Owner / Manager, "Mary" is very sweet & knowledgeable. Rick

A great way to go back in the past. The furnishings are mostly from the 1800's and the decorations…read moresuitable for that period of time. The owners are friendly and knowledgeable. A good escape from the modern world, but they do have DirecTv in the room so it isn't too old fashioned :)

My fiancé and I came for a few days and I cannot get over our stay at this Bed and Breakfast. Only…read moreabout 30mins from Nola, across a bridge, which wasn't bad at all. Linda (the owner) gave us a fair&unbeatable price for the Larger poolside suite despite it being Mardi Gras, Valentine's day, as well as it being the weekend when we arrived. Linda was a DOLL! She took care of us, fluffed our room when we were out & reloaded our fridge with breakfast daily. She showed us around the place and welcomed us like family. I truly felt like I was at mom's house. True southern hospitality. We had a few good talks about the history of her house and her life as she once lived in New Orleans. My fiancé enjoyed talking with Linda as New Orleans is where he was born and raised. Despite our talks, Linda does not hover! Which was so appreciated, when you're on a "romantic"vacation. We had our own privacy during our stay as each suite is separate and inaccessible from where Linda stays in her home. We came and went as we please and used the hot tub at night as late as we wanted. We had our own private entrance, which was incredibly nice. The privacy was appreciated as I didn't know what to expect when we first arrived, but I was prepared to be open minded. I think I will always choose a Bed and Breakfast over a lousy hotel in the future. The rooms were grand and clean. The bathroom was nice and the shower as well. Everything was clean. Its just an old house, but I loved the cottage vibes. It was home-y. The town is walkable and cute! A Mardi Gras parade came right through down the street, during our last day there, which was nice. The poolside porch and hot tub made me feel like I was at a resort. The beauty of the home is breathtaking! Romantic cottage vibes! Perfect for couples or even a small girls trip. I will definitely be back to Linda's next year when we visit again for Mardi Gras. Linda has made me never want to stay at a hotel again.

We had a wonderful weekend at the Camellia House!! Such a beautiful, charming jewel!! The…read moreSouthern Hospitality was off the charts. Linda, the owner, took care of us like family. The breakfasts were delicious. Added bonus was the gorgeous pool!! Hoping to come back someday!!

I hate writing about my fave places, especially the ones off the beaten track. More people find out…read morehow incredible they are & then they become too busy! LOL This is one of my fave places to stay in Louisiana. I grew up in the area & when I want to go home, this is where I want to go kick back. This area is very very special, there is tons of great food, antique stores & historic places you can visit & the coolest place to stay is here. If you are staying for a while, rent the whole cottage. It's beautiful. If your just staying for a few days, stay in the barn. The upstairs is perfect for 2 & it has a Jacuzzi tub. The views of the lake are breathtaking from the front balcony. I LOVE that there is a separate "party barn/cook shack" here that you can cook & hang out outside & take it all in. It's not a shack by any means, it's a very cool set up, a chefs dream outdoor kitchen. Stuff that Louisiana girls LOVE. It's 100 % Louisiana style ;) There are at least 10-12 old oaks draped in moss on the property that are over 200 years old that are registered with the State. Just like a picture perfect dream, flowering shrubs that perfume the air, puppies that greet you on arrival, children playing the the background.. I've dreamt in my life dreams that have stayed with me ever after, and changed my ideas: they've gone through and through me, like wine through water, and altered the color of my mind - Emily Bronte One of the most beautiful places in the world to me. Highly highly recommend.

Eric was an incredible host, and truly went out of his way to be hospitable and help us enjoy our…read morestay. This place is nothing short of stunning, and truly feels like a little piece of heaven. The decorations were rustic and perfectly matched what you'd expect in a simple country home. We stayed in the barn loft, and I was pleasantly surprised when the AC was more than able to keep up with the summer heat in southern Louisiana. The breakfast was simple but good, and much better than any you'll find in a hotel. The pond was beautiful and peaceful, and there were no noises except the sounds of nature (mostly cicadas chirping). I cannot recommend this place enough, and we will most definitely be coming back for future visits.