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The Degas House Historic Home, Courtyard, and Inn is the only home and studio of the French Impressionist Master, Edgar Degas, open to the public anywhere in the world. Conveniently located 11 blocks from the French Quarter, romantic intimacy and Creole elegance await you in the beautifully restored historic home. Michelin rated "MUST SEE" and "MUST STAY." The Creole breakfast served daily can not be missed - followed by a tour guided by Degas' great grand niece. Come and experience New Orleans from the same perspective as the artist himself!
Innkeeper Information
The innkeepers speak:

English
Features
Type:

Other

Bed and Breakfast

Historic Inn
Property Noted For:

Art History

Corporate meetings. Special Events.

Creole Family

Edgar Degas

Guided Tours by Degas' descendants

Historic Landmark

Antiques/decor

Business travel

Christian Travel

Economical rates

Family Travel

Gay / Lesbian Travel

Group events

Honeymoons

Luxury

Peaceful getaway

Romantic escape

Weddings
Amenities
Guest Room:

Air conditioning

Alarm clock

Ceiling fans

Coffee/Tea facilities

In-room internet

Desk

Fridge

Hairdryer

Hot tub/whirlpool tub

Internet Service

Ironing Board

Microwave

Radio

Satellite/Cable TV

TV

Telephone

Wi-Fi
On Site:

CD player

Computer

Conference Rooms

Copier

Fax Machine

Piano

Secretarial services

Washer/dryer

Wedding Facilities

Wet bar
Other Amenities:

Gift Shop

Courtyard Area

Gileschrist and Soames Toiletries

iPod Docking Station

Balconies

Free Attendance to Our Award-winning Guided Tour
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Midweek Discount On Parisian-Style Garret!
2/17/2011 - 2/17/2012
$30 off 1st Night, $100 off Two Night Stay, or $180 off Three Night Visit! In New Orleans, life is celebrated day and night, rain or shine, seven days a week. Whether crowding the streets to embrace passing floats or simply socializing on the porches of our shotgun homes, we savor every moment as if it were the last spoonful of seafood gumbo. Unlike other cities, New Orleans lets the good times roll the way they are supposed to, without an end in sight. At the Degas House, this Big Easy spirit is our life force. Naturally, we feel inclined to share it with others. As a bit of lagniappe, we are offering an unbeatable deal on our Parisian-style Garret Rooms. Inspired by the artist himself, these newly renovated studio/rooms are fertile grounds for inspiration, and, when it sparks, there are French reproduction travel easels, paints, and drawing materials in each room to transfer that creativity to canvas. Each room also boasts Egyptian cotton sheets, flat screen televisions, French bath amenities, and private refrigerators, since even we, locals, appreciate some occasional R&R. For a limited time only, we are knocking $30 off the first night, $100 off a two night stay, and $180 off a three night visit in our Garret Rooms. These rates apply to Monday through Thursday only, which, if you’ve been paying attention, shouldn’t be problem. For availability or purchase detail, we ask that you please call the Degas House directly. Blackout holidays and special events.
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Hot Deal: VALENTINE's LOVER'S Escape! HOTHOTHOT!Make a memorable Impression on your lover this Valentine's Day, at this historic Impressionists' hideaway. ROCK your World together...Enjoy champagne, chocolate covered strawberry's and long stem RED ROSES in the luxury of your room/suite, with a warm Jacuzzi Bath for 2. Our Creole breakfast with Mimosa/ Bloody Mary will begin the morning after with more sensory overload! Complete your visit with a touch of authentic New Orleans Impressionist history, by joining our award winning guided tour of the house and courtyard! So HOT, you'll feel like you're in the tropics, except that the French Quarter, with restaurants and fertile ground for further romance is just blocks away!
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Beds
1 King
1 Double
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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This grandly appointed room is the showpiece of the house, perfect for a bridal suite or honeymoon. Hardwood floors, lighting from a cut crystal chandelier, magnificient draperies, a luxurious four-post King size bed, and a classic Victorian claw foot tub that creates an atmosphere of both intimacy and elegance. The private balcony has outdoor seating so that you can relax and enjoy the lovely view overlooking oak-lined Esplanade Avenue. The room also contains a day bed with a full pull-out trundle.
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Beds
1 Queen
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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This room features an antique style four-post queen size bed, hardwood floors, elegant antique and reproduction furniture, large windows and a porcelain claw-foot bathtub with shower. An adjoining door between the Josephine and Estelle rooms allows conversation to a large two-room suite for accommodations of families or larger groups.
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Beds
1 Queen
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Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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The features of this romantic room include a queen size four-post bed, dark wood furniture, and windows with a view overlooking the courtyard. With graceful furnishings and a Jacuzzi tub, this room is ideal for an intimate getaway!
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1 Double
1 Twin
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Private Bath
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This room has a full size antique brass bed and a twin size bed. The features include hardwood floors, wood furniture and a private bathroom with tub and shower. The room come with an easel to let your inner artist emerge. Other amenities include a flat screen TV, mini-fridge, and iPod dock.
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1 Double
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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This room features a cherry wood four-post full size bed and matching wood furniture, hardwood floors, and private bathroom with tub and shower. The room come with an easel to let your inner artist emerge. Other amenities include a flat screen TV, mini-fridge, and iPod dock.
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1 Queen
1 Twin
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Shower
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This room features a queen size brass bed, a twin size bed, wood furniture, and a bathroom with tile floor and stand-up shower. The room come with an easel to let your inner artist emerge. Other amenities include a flat screen TV, mini-fridge, and iPod dock.
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1 Queen
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Shower
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This room features a queen size bed, hardwood floors, wooden furniture and a large bathroom with tile floor and shower. The room come with an easel to let your inner artist emerge. Other amenities include a flat screen TV, mini-fridge, and iPod dock.
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1 King
1 Double
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Private Bath
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The Mathilde Suite is a spacious and beautifully-appointed 2 -bedroom suite with private balcony overlooking historic Esplanade Avenue and Gayarre Park beneath a canopy of massive live oaks. The master bedroom has a wooden four post king-sized bed, with a hand-carved double bed from Normandy in the other. There is also a private kitchen and a large bathroom with Jacuzzi.
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Beds
1 King
1 Double
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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The William Bell Suite can comfortably accommodate up to four people in its two spacious rooms. Charmingly furnished, the room boasts one four-poster king-sized bed and one full-sized four-poster bed. It also features a private balcony overlooking our courtyard, a personal kitchen, generous closet space and a bathroom equipped with Jacuzzi.
Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check in: 3 pm Check out: 12 noon
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Minimum stay: special events and holidays
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Deposit amount required: Reservations require one night's deposit to confirm your reservation. The remaining balance will be charged exactly 14 days prior to check-in.
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Cancellations: 14 day notification needed for refund with a $40.00 cancellation fee.
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Open all year round: Y
General Policies
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Smoking allowed: Limited
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Guest pets allowed: No
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Drinking allowed: Yes
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Drinking description: Complimentary beer and wine upon arrival, honor bar on third
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Drinks available: Y
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Suitable for children: Yes
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Childcare provided: No
Discount type
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Active Duty Military
Percent off: 10% Days required: 2 -
Airline Employees, active and retired
Percent off: 10% Days required: 2 -
Film Industry
Percent off: 10% Days required: 2 -
Return Degas House Guests
Percent off: 10% Days required: 2 -
Travel Industry
Percent off: 10% Days required: 2
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Breakfast
Type: Creole Breakfast
Time Served: 8:00-10:00
Serving location: Courtyard, Parlor, Breakfast Room, Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room
Complimentary Perks

Fruit

Non-alcoholic Beverages

Wine/Cheese Plate
Signature Dish
Creole Breakfast
Waffles with Fresh Fruit, Eggs Any Style, Smoked Bacon Omelets with Ham or Turkey, Cheese and/or Vegetables French Toast with Bananas Foster, Smoked Sausage, Cheese Grits Assorted Muffins, Bread & Bagels, Cereal,Fresh Fruit,Yogurt Orange Juice, Grapefruit Juice, Milk, Coffee, Tea, Cocoa,
Special meal options

Low fat

Restrictive

Vegetarian

Vegan
Additional food services

Adult Beverage on arrival and by request

Breakfast and the Tour

Drinks

Snacks
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Location Type

Esplanade Ridge

Greater Treme

City
City
New Orleans
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Directions to property:
We are located on Esplanade Avenue at the corner of N. Tonti Street in the Greater Treme area. Degas House is perfectly situated between the French Quarter and the New Orleans Museum of Art. Our location is ideally situated to offer the peace and quiet of a New Orleans neighborhood, while close to some of New Orleans most famous attractions.
Airport
New Orleans, LA (MSY) 7 miles
Directions to property:
From New Orleans Airport: 1. Follow signs to I-10 East, Downtown New Orleans, appoximately 7 miles. 2. Exit Metairie Road/City Park Ave., exit to right. 3. Turn left under I-10 and continue 2 miles on City Park Ave. to the Carrollton Ave./Wisner Blvd. traffic light. 4. Turn left at Carrollton Ave./Wisner Blvd. 5. Take the first right, Esplanade Ave. across the bridge at Bayou St. John. 6. Follow Esplanade Ave. for approximately one mile. The House is three blocks past Broad St. on your right side.
Area Attractions

Antique Shopping

Aquarium

Art Galleries

Casino

Concert venue

Gourmet/Fine Dining

Historical interests

Lake

Live Music

Movie Theater

Museum

Nature area

French Quarter

Racetrack

Swamps

Performing Theater

Picnic area

Religious Services

River

Zoo

Bicycle rental

Bicycle riding trails

Bicycles

Bird watching

Boating

Canoeing

Fishing

Golfing

Horseback riding

Hunting

Gondola Rides

Sailing

Shopping

Sight-seeing

Tennis courts
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Great stay!
- Stayed on: 9 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 11/30/2011
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About the reviewer

Between 36-45 years old

Frequently stays at B&Bs

Typically stays in moderate lodging

Was travelling on business
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I stayed at at the Degas House in September. I was only in town for a one-day seminar and just one night, but must say, the Degas House, their staff, everything....was a wonderful experience! The breakfast was excellent. The accommodations were top-notch! Julia, the host, and David, the owner, couldn't have been nicer. I highly recommend the Degas House if you're visiting New Orleans! I would definitely go back and stay with them again!
Innkeeper Response
Thanks for your review. We hope you can stay for more than one night when you return!
- Julia Buttery (Office Manager)
Best Thanksgiving thanks to the Degas House
- Stayed on: 11 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 11/29/2011
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Between 26-35 years old

Almost never stays at B&Bs

Typically stays in premium lodging

Was travelling to visit family
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We just got back from the Degas House and I wish I was still there! We could not have picked a better place to spend Thanksgiving while visit family in New Orleans. We were considering staying w/ the fam, but thought we would enjoy ourselves more if we got our own place. We were right! Our stay was nothing short of perfection - thanks to the incredible hospitality of Julia and the rest of the Degas House staff. We were greeted with a glass of wine and a beer for my husband. We were taken to the Gaston room, which was spacious, comfortable, and even had an easel. I did some sketching on the easel because when you are in the home of the inspirational artist, Edgar Degas, you can't help but want to be an artist yourself... I am no artist, but it was fun to feel like one! The bed was beyond comfortable and I slept wonderfully. Lana and Sharon made the BEST breakfast ever! I enjoyed breakfast better at Degas House more than I enjoyed our Thanksgiving meal. We ate outside in the beautiful courtyard on our first morning and inside the French provincial breakfast room the other days. Both settings were ideal for such a delicious breakfast. It was really nice to wake up the day after Thanksgiving to Christmas decorations being set up. It reminded me of the holidays growing up. When we got back that evening, the house was all lit up so magically. When we checked out, we reserved a room for Jazz Fest in the spring. We can't wait to get back!
Innkeeper Response
Thank you for your great review. We are so glad we could make your Thanksgiving special. We look forward to seeing you in the spring!
- Julia Buttery (Office Manager)
Wonderful Holiday Retreat at Degas House!
- Stayed on: 11 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 11/27/2011
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Between 36-45 years old

Stays at B&Bs twice a year

Typically stays in moderate lodging

Was travelling to visit family
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What a great Thanksgiving Holiday, thank you Degas House staff. Our room was cozy and intimate. The bed was luxurious and the sheets felt like satin. Don't miss the tour, given in the most heartfelt manner by descendants of Degas and their maternal grandmother, who resided in the house during the visit by Degas. Christmas decorations were being installed during our visit and the aroma of fresh greenery was a delight to wake up to. The breakfast was scrumptious, similar to what Degas himself would have consumed, in the same room! To top everything else off, the staff, (Julia, Lana and Sharon) were the consummate hostesses, greeting us with wine and comfortable furnishings, even in the courtyard. We defintely recommend and will be back, hopefully again in the holiday period.
Innkeeper Response
Thank you for your fantastic review. We are glad you could spend your holidays with us. We recently upgraded our bedding and we are thrilled that you enjoyed your bed. We look forward to your return!
- Julia Buttery (Office Manager)
Degas House Historic Home B & B
- Stayed on: 10 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 11/5/2011
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About the reviewer

55+ years old

Almost never stays at B&Bs

Typically stays in premium lodging

Was travelling on vacation
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The house & rooms don't really appear as they do on-line. Staff was very nice & breakfasts were excellent. The house is very old & needs maintenance in a number of areas. Good proximity to the French Quarter.
Innkeeper Response
We appreciate your feedback and are glad you enjoyed the service and breakfast. The house was built in 1852 and we try to keep the house true to the time when Degas and his family were here in the 1870s, while adding the comforts of modern day living. Most of our guests love the house and the rooms. We are continuously adding fresh photos of the rooms and the property to our website and other places where we have web presence to insure that our guests can see our beautiful Historic Home.
- Julia Buttery (Office Manager)
Anniversary Trip in New Orleans
- Stayed on: 7 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 7/21/2011
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Between 26-35 years old

First time staying at a B&B

Typically stays in budget lodging

Was travelling on vacation
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My husband and I recently stayed at the Degas House to celebrate our second wedding anniversary along with his parents who celebrated their forty first wedding anniversary! We wanted to stay somewhere quiet and relaxing, a short distance from all the hub-bub of the city, but still close enough to enjoy the fun when we wished... so we chose the Degas House! We stayed in the William Bell suite, which has two bedrooms, a small kitchen, and a bathroom separate from the bedrooms. There is a balcony that overlooks the beautiful courtyard behind the house. Once we arrived we were greeted by Julia, a warm and delightful person! She had two bottles of champagne brought up to us within a matter of minutes to help begin our celebration! The suite was so cozy and inviting and antique all in one! The beds were extremely comfortable! Very tidy and spacious rooms. Every morning there was breakfast served in the main dining area downstairs... Delicious food! Belgian Waffles, Omelets, French toast with Banana's Foster topping, fresh fruit, anything you could want to drink! Everything very fresh and made with what could only be love! We thoroughly enjoyed a tour of the house given by Jonie, one of Degas' great neices! Our stay exceeded all expectations and we would certainly recommend this home to anyone looking for a vacation in New Orleans! Thank you to all the staff at the house for making our weekend so wonderful!
Innkeeper Response
We are honored that you and your husband's parents chose to spend your anniversaries with us. We want your special occasion to be as memorable as possible, and we are thrilled that we exceeded your expectations. Thank you for being wonderful guests!
- Julia Buttery (Office Manager)
Hot Deal: VALENTINE's LOVER'S Escape! HOTHOTHOT!
- Innkeeper(s)Julia Buttery
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- Address 2306 Esplanade Ave
New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
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Fax: +1-504-821-0870
Toll-free: +1-800-755-6730
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