Description
Circa 1857. Experience a high standard of opulence at this upscale, adults-only, non-smoking bed & breakfast. It is the perfect romantic getaway, quiet and peaceful weekend retreat, or a wonderful place to celebrate an anniversary, birthday, honeymoon or other special occasion. The Mansion is centrally located in what is considered to be "The Gateway To The Garden District." It is just one block from St. Charles Ave. streetcar on the Mardi Gras Parade Route and within minutes of the French Quarter. Relax with friends or read a good book on the wraparound veranda overlooking the enchanting courtyard surrounded by massive 150-year-old oak trees. Wake each morning from a great night's sleep in a luxurious themed guest bedroom to enjoy a continental breakfast in the formal dining room. Visit the area's major attractions, including the Superdome; enjoy fine dining and ride on a Mississippi River Paddlewheel.Publicity and Awards: American Airlines, American Way Inflight Magazine, Times Picayune, Off Beat Publications, Weddings With Style, Chris Rose Times Picayune Columnist, Live on Internet Talk Show, New Orleans Bride on Cox Cable.Location: City/Urban and French Quarter.
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Rooms & Rates
Rates: $125 to $399
Payment types accepted include Master Card, Visa, Discover and American Express.
Rooms: This property has 9 total guest accommodations with private bath, 5 with fireplaces, 2 with hot tubs and 2 conference rooms.
The types of beds available include Twin, Queen and King.
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Policies
Minimum Stay Requirements: Two nights on the weekends/Friday & Saturday
SPECIAL EVENTS MINIUM STAY REQUIRED DIFFERS FROM OUR STANDARD REQUIRED STAY AND MAY REQUIRE MORE NIGHTS. ROOM RESERVATION DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS: The reservation deposit amount required for a standard reservation is Room plus tax for the first night stay at the time of booking; the full balance is charged to the credit card seven (7) days before arrival. Special events require a ninety (90) day 100% full pre-payment and are charged to the credit card
Cancellation: Room Reservation & Pre-paid packages: All room reservations, Last-Minute Specials, Discounted Rates, Elopement Packages, Wedding Packages, Ghostly Getaway Packages, and any other Packages/Promotions are fully pre-paid, non-transferable and non-refundable, plus an additional $25 cancellation processing fee applies, including early departure. Hurricane cancellations receive a full refund, credit towards another stay or a change of date with no penalties or fees. All cancellations must be given in writing for security purposes. When given a minimum of a two-week advance notice, some packages can be credited to a future date based on availability. This credit must be used within 3 months from the original reserved date and cannot fall over Special Event, Holidays, or Convention Dates. (All groups, packages, special events, holidays & convention dates are non-refundable).
Smoking: Smoke Free Property.
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Services & Amenities
Meals Included in Rates: Continental Plus breakfast and 24/7 Hot Tea & Snack Bars.
Types of meals: Early Coffee/Tea, Continental Plus Breakfast, Snacks/Refreshments, Vegetarian Breakfast, Hot Breakfast Sandwiches are available upon request and 24/7 Hot Tea & Snack Bars.
Amenities In Room: Hair Dryer, DVD, Desk, Clock Radio, Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Cable TV, Bathrobes, Bath Amenities, Air Conditioning, Iron/Ironing Board, Modem Hook-Up, Reading Lamps, Refrigerator, Snack Bar, Telephone, Television, VCR, Wireless Internet Access, Makeup mirrors, Valet/Clothes, Some rooms have desks w/data ports as well and Black-out curtains.
Amenities On Site: DVD, Phone, VCR, Television, Library, Fax, FREE local calls, Concierge service, Video/DVD/Book Library, WI-FI and Data Ports.
Business Traveler Amenities: Wireless Internet Access, Internet Access, Desk, Flexible Check in/out Times, Gym Nearby, Off-site Dry Cleaning Services, Hair Dryer, FAX On-site, Television, Iron/Ironing Board, Free Wi-Fi, Complimentary Concierge service, VHS/DVD/Book lending Library/ Complimentary VCRs and/or DVD players in each room, & free local phone calls and & faxes received (limit of 2 pages free).
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Activities
Events Hosted: Meetings, Seminars, Family Reunions, Honeymoons, Romantic Getaways, Weddings, Romantic & Ghostly Getaway Packages, Elopement & Wedding Packages, Family Reunions, Group Retreats, Corporate Dinners, Receptions & Themed parties, Brunches, Seminars and Fundraisers.
Other Activities: Wineries, Water Sports, Tennis, Sports Events, Major College, Shopping (Local Crafts), Parks, Museums, Live Theater, Horseback Riding, Hiking, Golf, Fishing, Canoeing/Kayaking, Bicycling, Beaches, Art Galleries, Antiquing, Amusement Park, Walking Tours, Bus Tours, Horse & Carriage Rides/Tours, St. Charles Street Car, Mardi Gras Parade Route & Restaurants, Deli's/Markets, French Quarter, Superdome, Convention Center and Riverwalk.
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Historic Interest
Historically Known as the Harris Maginnis House. Designed and built by James Calrow in 1857-58 who is the same architect who designed and built the home that Anne Rice currently lives in around the corner. The property became the Official Red Cross Headquarters during World War II from 1939-1954. Magnolia Mansion, formerly referred to as the Harris-Maginnis House, was purchased by internationally recognized entertainer Hollie Diann Vest and her mother, Wanda Marie Hansen, on the first of October, 2001. Prior to that, the home has had a magnificent and often turbulent history of owners, the most interesting of whom are the Harris family, the Maginnis family, and the New Orleans Chapter of the American Red Cross. The house now spans one and a half centuries of the social life of New Orleans.
Historic sites nearby: Garden District, Layfette No. 1 Cemetery, French Quarter (1 mile)
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