This, is The Myrtles in St. Francisville, Louisiana. Here, we will visit the plantation, cottages available to stay in, Elta Coffee, and Restaurant 1796.
Myrtles Plantation
Yes, you can explore “One of America’s Most Haunted Homes”. The Myrtles Plantation is a historic home and former antebellum plantation in St. Francisville, Louisiana, built in 1796 by General David Bradford.
The home has been featured on my different television for it’s mysterious past. Shows like Unsolved Mysteries, Ghost Hunters, and The Most Terrifying Places in America have all documented some of the abnormal feelings and sightings experienced at this property. We didn’t have anything happen within our group, but this may be something you need to experience for yourself.
Whether you believe it is haunted or not, this property is undeniably gorgeous. The architecture, immaculate gardens, and welcoming people are worth the visit. They have tours available at both day at night, starting at $20 per adult and they have military and child discounts available. You’ll want to reserve your tour online in advance.
Elta Coffee
Elta Coffee is the latest offering to open on the property and is open 7 days a week. In the shop, they have delicious coffees, teas, and pastries available. They even have a gift shop for you to take a memento home with you. Even if you’re not staying at the property, be sure to stop by to grab something to go or relax in the lounge for a bit.
Myrtles Cottages
Not only can you stay in a room in the main house, but you can also choose to stay on property in one of the other cottages as well. Made entirely of cypress and antique heart pine, the Crepe Myrtle, Cypress, Live Oak and Willow Cottages feature a large sitting area furnished with a sofa, two upholstered chairs and a farm table with bench seating. Each cottage has one large bedroom with two queen size beds. Each also has a private bathroom with a shower. The cottages have front porches with four hand-hewn rocking chairs and a fabulous view of the pond and the gazebo. Rooms range from $340-1200 per night.
To reserve your stay, go here.
Restaurant 1796
Centered around a 10′ wood-fired hearth, Restaurant 1796 offers fresh Southern ingredients finished to perfection over the fire, with a family style feel. Not only is the restaurant eclectically elegant, but most of their dishes have either passed through or somehow been touched by the fire of the hearth. Guests are encouraged to choose individual main proteins and then fill their table with small plates and shareables handcrafted from fresh local produce.
The whole experience makes for engaging conversation and brings a relaxed atmosphere to fine dining with, of course, mouthwatering cocktails and desserts too. Be sure to make a reservation as they get booked up quickly!
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