Maybe you’re coming to stay with us for a romantic stay or looking for adventure. Either way, taking a day trip to charming St. Francisville, known for its small-town, quiet life, may be just what you’re looking for. It is one of those towns we recommend to our guests as a day trip while staying at The Stockade Bed and Breakfast because it is only about an hour’s drive away and is a fascinating place to visit.
This historic town, being established in 1809, has a number of structures from that period still existing. Often called “the town two miles long and two yards wide”, it was developed atop a narrow ridge overlooking the Mississippi River and known for being the commercial and cultural center of the surrounding plantation country. It is located in West Feliciana Parish and is the parish seat.
In recent years, the proud community of St. Francisville has focused on restoration and preservation of the homes, of which there are many. Today it is a popular tourist destination with plantations to tour and several antebellum gardens to enjoy.
There are many places to visit in St. Francisville, but here are some of our favorites:
Afton Villa Gardens: The gardens at Afton Villa are among the most famous and picturesque in the state, with 20 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds.
Greenwood Plantation: Built in 1830 and considered to be the South’s finest example of classic colonial.
Audubon State Historic Site: A state park property in West Feliciana Parish between the towns of St. Francisville and Jackson where noted ornithologist and artist John James Audubon spent the summer of 1821. (Photo credit: Little Black Car)
West Feliciana Historical Society Museum: Their mission is to “Preserve and promote West Feliciana historically, culturally, and architecturally through education and stewardship.”
West Feliciana Railroad Caboose: West Feliciana Parish proudly boasts that it gave birth to the third oldest railroad in America.
Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge: Home to the national bald-cypress tree which is the largest tree in North America east of the California Redwoods.
Also, you will definitely want to shop the antique stores in St. Francisville, as there are several in the downtown area.
Are you a festival-goer? Like many towns in Louisiana, St. Francisville has no shortage of festivals. Here are some of our favorites:
Book your vacation any time of year here at The Stockade Bed and Breakfast and plan on visiting St. Francisville, where there’s always something going on.
Maybe you’re coming to stay with us for a romantic stay or looking for adventure. Either way, taking a day trip to charming St. Francisville, known for its small-town, quiet life, may be just what you’re looking for. It is one of those towns we recommend to our guests as a day trip while staying at The Stockade Bed and Breakfast because it is only about an hour’s drive away and is a fascinating place to visit.
This historic town, being established in 1809, has a number of structures from that period still existing. Often called “the town two miles long and two yards wide”, it was developed atop a narrow ridge overlooking the Mississippi River and known for being the commercial and cultural center of the surrounding plantation country. It is located in West Feliciana Parish and is the parish seat.