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Avenue Inn Bed and Breakfast

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  • Welcome to our New Orleans Bed and Breakfast! Originally the Picard mansion built in 1891, this Queen Anne style fish scale tiled structure designed by Thomas Sully has 11,000 square feet, 13 foot ceilings on all three levels and eight fireplaces. Located on the historic streetcar line, we are only a few minutes ride to the French Quarter and all the most visited venues.

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  • Avenue Inn Bed and Breakfast Video: The Avenue Inn Bed and Breakfast was completed in 1891 as a private residence for wealthy merchant Henry Picard and his family. Designed by renowned architect, Thomas Sully, it features thirteen foot ceilings, hardwood floors, eight original fireplaces and period and eclectic furnishings throughout. Visitors will admire the many architectural features found in this unique Queen Anne style mansion. All guest rooms offer private baths, cable television, telephones with voice mail, data ports, wireless internet and climate control. Your live-in Innkeepers, Joe and Bebe invite you to enjoy the turn-of-the-century charm of their home during your stay in one of America's most historic cities. Don't just visit New Orleans, live it!

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    Inn Details

    A New Orleans bed and breakfast, the Avenue Inn Bed and Breakfast was completed in 1891 as a private residence for wealthy merchant Henry Picard and family.Designed by renowned architect, Thomas Sully, the Inn features thirteen foot ceilings, hardwood floors, original fireplaces and period and eclectic furnishings throughout. Visitors will admire the many architectural features found in this unique Queen Anne style mansion on the historic Saint Charles Ave streetcar line in the quaint Uptown neighborhood. Your live-in Innkeepers, Joe and Bebe invite you to enjoy the turn-of-the-century charm of their home at the edge of the Garden District during your stay in one of America's most historic cities. Don't just visit New Orleans,live it!

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Joe is a performing magician and active member of two national magic organizations. Bebe loves to decorate and volunteer for community service. Both enjoy entertaining and dining out.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Famous restaurants nearby

    • Girlfriend Get-A-Ways

    • Proximity to Universities

    • Reunions

    • Small informal company retreats

    • Streetcar stopping at door

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Family Travel

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Secretarial services

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Free Off-Street Parking

    • Concierge Service-Restaurants, Attractions, Tours

    • Print Boarding Passes

    • 24/7 Snack Tower-Munchies, Fruit & Bottled Water

    • Wedding and Vow Renewal

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  • Hot Deal: Mardi Gras Reduced Rates on Select Days

    • 2/8/2012 - 2/15/2012
    • Regular rate:$249
    • Savings:32%
    • Discount rate:$169

    Did you know that Mardi Gras lasts for two weeks? That's right and on select days during the weekdays and on the weekend before the "big weekend" there are parades too. Check with us for February 10, 11 & 12 or for February 17th-22nd and you can enjoy the parades that pass in front of the Avenue Inn Bed and Breakfast each day and evening. The posted discount rate is for a standard queen per night plus tax, Feb. 10 for three nights, other deluxe accommodations are available for a few dollars more. Call now for a last minute get-a-way like no other you will experience in a lifetime. We also have a few Mardi Gras rooms Friday thru Tuesday of Mardi Gras weekend for the ultimate thrill with nightly rates starting at $349 per night plus tax for a boutique queen. You must stay a minimum number of nights to get these rates. Keep in mind that we are directly on the parade route. Call now! 800-490-8542 for all the details.

    Boutique Queen

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

    Deluxe Queen

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

    Deluxe King

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

    Double Double

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      2 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 PM    Check out: 11 AM

    • Minimum stay: There may be a week-end and special event requirement

    • Deposit amount required: Credit card guarantee one night's deposit.

    • Cancellations: 14 days prior to arrival except for special events(60 days). One night's deposit lost within 14 days unless we can resell the room. A $20 administrative fee will be applied for any reservation cancelled after the booking is processed. Early departure fee of one night will apply and full balance penalties may apply during special events, holidays,etc.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: May not be suitable for very young children

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • AAA/CAA
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 0

    • AARP
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    • Government
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    • Military
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 0

    • Senior Citizen
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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Continental Plus

    • Time Served: 7:30-10:00am

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area

    Special meal options

    Recipes

    Bread

    Louisiana Cheddar Biscuit Ya Ya
    Serves: 6
    Prep time: 20 minutes

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  • Location Type

    • 10 Minutes to French Quarter via Streetcar

    • 4 Blocks to the Garden District

    • 6 Blocks to Magazine St.

    • One Mile to Audubon Park & Zoo

    • One Mile to Tulane & Loyola

    • Saint Charles Ave Uptown

    • City

    City

    • Baton Rouge

    • Distance to city: 60 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From I-10 (east or west)look for exit 234A to Business 90 (Westbank Expressway). Exit Carondelet/Saint Charles Ave off ramp. Go one block to Saint Charles Ave and turn right. Proceed approx. 20 blocks (1.9miles) to 4125 Saint Charles Ave. We are on the right hand side of the street, just before New Orleans Hamburger and Seafood Restaurant.

    Airport

    • New Orleans, LA (MSY) 14 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Exit airport onto I-10, look for exit 234A to Business 90 (Westbank Expressway). Exit Carondelet/Saint Charles Ave off ramp. Go one block to Saint Charles Ave and turn right. Proceed approx. 20 blocks (1.9miles) to 4125 Saint Charles Ave. We are on the right hand side of the street, just before New Orleans Hamburger and Seafood Restaurant.

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • World War II Museum

    • Insectarium

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bird watching

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • French Quarter

    • Garden District

    • Audubon Zoo

    • Museums/Warehouse District

    • Mardi Gras

    • Antique Shopping

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

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    Great place to stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We really enjoyed our stay with Joe and Bebe. They were a wealth of information and helped us plan our days to get the most our of our visit. The easy access to the street car was a huge plus. It is also a great place to start when exploring both the Garden district and St Charles ave toward Audubon Park. We had a nice quiet room that was very comfortable. We would definitely return.

    Part of the New Orleans experience!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    My daughter and I just returned from New Orleans and our stay at the Avenue Inn Bed and Breakfast. I couldn't imagine going to New Orleans and NOT staying there. Unlike a cookie cutter hotel, this is a gracious and stately St. Charles Street mansion. The proprietors were welcoming, the other guests were open and friendly, and our time at the Inn made our trip to New Orleans complete. The Avenue Inn offers so much more than a regular hotel, and makes the entire New Orleans experience complete!

    great place to get a good nights rest in a historic home

    About the reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

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    Inn keepers were helpful and accommodating. They have personality and a sense of humor which may be unexpected by some guests. New orleans is known for this behavior and attitude. For those less than stellar reviews here, I'd guess that it may have been they're first visit to the city where people say what they mean. I have to say, bring greeted with warm fresh baked chocolate chip cookies at check in was a nice touch. They do tell you about the fragilities of the 120 year old house but we thought that just added to the charm. I would definitely go back.

    A young couple from Denmark

    About the reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    About a year ago my boyfriend and I travelled around in the US and by this time in December we visited Inn Bed and Breakfast. We live in Denmark and it was first time ever we had a Christmas and December without our family. So we wanted a very speciel Christmas and Joe helped us find a restaurant for the 24th and it was perfect. Joe also helped us with many other things i.e. a nice jazz club and told us about the city. It was 5 wonderful days and we want to thank Joe and Bebe for the lovely service, hospitality and incredible house and rooms.

    Amazing Stay I can not say enough!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    I stayed at the hotel during Halloween this year and I was amazed at the wonderful experience. I loved the staff they were very accommodating to us bringing in bags early before our rooms were ready. The parking was safe and right behind the Inn. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, I talked to the caretaker while he was fixing the outside porch tile and you could tell that the staff and owners have a real passion for staying true to the authenticity of this home. I also learned a tip to get paint out of my shirts and it really worked. The trolley stop was right in front of the inn was a convenient and beautiful way to travel. Our room was on the third story so the walk was up two flights of stairs but the walk was so worth it. Our room was beautiful, with a view to the streets below, wrought iron bed and lovely sitting area, desk and large sized bathroom. I really felt like a Southern Bell waking up in the morning. Even though the trolley runs right, in front of the inn the owners installed glass that absorbs sound on the windows and during the madness of Halloween in New Orleans, I slept quietly. The breakfast was awesome the homemade apple cake is amazing and the open snack bar is perfect after sightseeing all day. I was so pleased with my stay that we are going to save up for next year and the year after that. I will be coming back to the Avenue Inn.

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