Bienvenue House

421 N Main St
Saint Martinville Louisiana 70582
USA

Phone: +1-337-394-9100

General Information

Bienvenue House, circe 1830, is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. A truly beautiful antebellumm gem, its colorful history has been preserved for you to experience first hand by your hostess, Jill Kuhn.
Bienvenue House, The Evangeline Oak, Bayou Teche, St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church, est. 1765...crawfish, coffee, hot, sweet and strong - shrimp and crab boils, Mardi Gras and the romance of legends deeply rooted in the lives of those you're apt to meet during your stay. "Connaisseur da la bonne vie. Enfin", life is good in St. Martinville, yes! Come join us in the heart of "Cajun Country".

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 4 guest accommodations (4 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is $ 120.00
  • Double occupancy rate is $ 120.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 20.00

Meals

  • A Full Gourmet breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 8:30/as arranged
  • Breakfast is served in the breakfast may be served on gallery or in back yard, Dining Room
  • Lunch is available by special request
  • Dinner is available by special request
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Non-alcoholic beverage
  • Special meals available: Cajun specialities

Policies

  • No minimum stay required
  • Smoking is allowed outside only (Smoking allowed on outside gallery and backyard)
  • Limited accommodations for guest pets
  • Children are welcome (Children are encouraged!)
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
  • Check in time is 3:00 or prior a and Check out time is 11:00 am
  • Cancellations:
    Cancellation must be made within 10 days of stay or a 10% charge is accessed.

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Ghost inspections
  • Historic house
  • Home of Acadians
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Family Travel
  • Gourmet food
  • Honeymoons
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
  • Weddings
Establishment Type
  • Country Inn
  • Historic Inn

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Southern antembellum
  • Built in 1830
  • Opened for business in 1990
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1960
  • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
  • Access for the disabled
  • Parking available

Location

  • Location is best described as: Airport, Countryside, Small town
  • Nearest major city: Lafayette, LA (13 miles)
  • Directions to property:
    I-10 going east exit Breaux Bridge, follow Highway 31 to St. Martinville approximately 15 miles.
  • Nearest major airport: LFT 13 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Follow I-90 (Evangeline Freeway) to St. Martinville exit to the left (Lake Fosse St. Park). Drive straight following HWY 31 to Main St., St. Martinville approximately 13 miles. Take a left on Main St. and go three blocks to Robertson St., take a left (across from Dave's Texaco and Catholic Retreat Center).
  • Meeting places:
    • Transport per prior arran
    • Airport
    • Bus
    • Train

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Jill Kuhn and Skip Littlefield
    Gardening, history, fishing, dancing, reading, sewing, painting and eating.
  • The innkeepers speak: French speakers., English

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Casino, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Avery Island Tobasco Factory, Shadows on the Teche, Lake Martin swamp, Longellow-Evangeline Statek, St. Martin de Tours Church (circa 1765), Vermillion Village, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle riding trails, Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hunting, Cajun-Zydeco music, dining, festivals, Civil war sites, historical sites, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming