Description
Circa 1858. This stunning, Greek Revival manor has been lovingly restored to feature many of the home's extravagant original touches, including 14-foot ceilings fitted with banded cornices and exuberant medallions; carved, black marble mantels; chandeliers and heart-of-pine floors. The innkeepers' restoration efforts were honored by the New Orleans Historic District Landmarks Commission. The elegant rooms are delightful, and guests will enjoy investigating the many wonderful antiques found throughout the home. The gardens include walkways and terraces constructed from pink Belgian flagstones found on the site.Publicity and Awards: Times Picayune, Dixie, Traditional Homes, Newsday., Candyman II and Delta Heat both used the Benachi House for filming.
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Rooms & Rates
Rates: $89 to $135
Payment types accepted include American Express, Master Card, Discover and Visa.
Rooms: This property has 9 total guest accommodations, 7 with private bath, 5 suites.
The types of beds available include Queen and Double.
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Policies
Minimum Stay Requirements: 2 nights on weekends, 3 to 5 nights for special events
Cancellation: Seven days, 30 days for special events
Pets: Pets Allowed and With restrictions.
Smoking: Smoke Free Property.
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Services & Amenities
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast and Snacks/Refreshments.
Types of meals: Full Breakfast.
Amenities In Room: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Telephone, hair dryers, private porches, bath robes, antique furnishings and Victorian bath tubs.
Amenities On Site: Fax, free parking, spacious grounds and Internet access.
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Activities
Other Activities: Antiquing, Live Theater, City Park, New Orleans Museum of Art, Sculpture Garden and French Quarter.
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Historic Interest
Quintessential old New Orleans- award-winning restorations of 19th-century Greek Revival and Italianate homes in the Esplanade Ridge National Historic District.
Historic Awards: 1985 Honor Award for Residential Restoration from Historic District Landmarks Commission for Benachi House and 1998 Golden Hammer Award from City of New Orleans for Villa.
Historic Memberships: National Trust, Louisiana Landmarks Society and National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Historic sites nearby: French Quarter, Esplanade Ridge, Bayou St. John, Treme
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Romantic Interest
 Gardens and fountains, Victorian ambience, cozy settings, serene atmosphere
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