Nestled in south Baton Rouge’s charming tree-lined neighborhoods, the Stockade Bed and Breakfast is a delightful guesthouse and inn that offers comfortable accommodations, delicious home-cooked cuisine, and all the creature comforts of home to ensure a relaxing getaway.
Named after the Civil War stockade that once occupied the grounds on which the inn is built and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Stockade Bed and Breakfast features stylishly appointed guest rooms and suites, each with private bathrooms, original artworks and contemporary décor, and modern in-room conveniences. The large, Hacienda-style house is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds which are ideal for relaxing but can also be used for special events and functions, such as weddings, gallery shows, and other gatherings. This historic Baton Rouge bed and breakfast is ideally located for exploring the area and within a few miles from several attractions such as Mayfair Park, Louisiana State University, and the Mall of Louisiana.
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Guest Accommodations
The Stockade Bed and Breakfast features stylishly appointed accommodations in the form of four guest rooms and one luxury suite, all of which have original artworks adorning the walls, private one-suite bathrooms, and modern amenities. Guest rooms and suites feature king or queen-size pillow-top beds dressed in luxury linens, down comforters, and hypoallergenic pillows, and en-suite bathrooms with shower/bath combinations or separate showers and soaking tubs, single or double vanities, lighted make mirrors, plush towel and bathrobes, and organic bath products. In-room amenities include flat-screen televisions with cable channels and DVD players, mini-fridges, coffee makers, hairdryers, irons and ironing boards, and complimentary wireless Internet.
The Blue Room is located on the second floor and features a queen-size pillow-top four-poster rice bed dressed in luxury linens, down comforters, and hypoallergenic pillows, and an en-suite bathroom with shower/bath combination, single vanity, lighted make a mirror, plush towel and bathrobes, and organic bath products. The sitting area has a writing desk, an armoire and bureau and two wingback chairs, and a private balcony with lovely views. The Blue Room can be combined with the Red Room to create a large suite with two extra twin beds for families or groups of friends traveling together.
The Escape Room is a serene retreat flooded with natural light from large picture windows. Walls are adorned with a beautiful mural and original artworks, and the room features a four-poster wrought-iron queen bed dressed in luxury linens, down comforters, and hypoallergenic pillows, and a twin trundle daybed for additional guests. An en-suite offers a shower/bath combination, single vanity, lighted make mirror, plush towel and bathrobes, and organic bath products, and a sitting area has a bureau and writing desk, and wrought-iron table with two chairs.
Located on the second floor, the Garden Room is a cozy and romantic retreat with a wrought-iron queen bed dressed in luxury linens, down comforters, and hypoallergenic pillows, and a twin trundle daybed for additional guests. An en-suite bathroom has a shower/bath combination, single vanity, lighted make mirror, plush towel and bathrobes, and organic bath products. The sitting area has two comfortable upholstered chairs, and a personal Jacuzzi tub, and a private balcony with lovely views.
Located on the first-floor, the Rex Room is a spacious abode with a king-size pillow-top bed dressed in luxury linens, down comforters, and hypoallergenic pillows, and an en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower, single vanity, lighted make-mirror, plush towel and bathrobes, and organic bath products. The sitting area has a queen-size sleeper sofa, a writing desk, and two wingback chairs, and this room enjoys access to the to the backyard with a porch swing.
Named after the artist Wade Welch, the Welch Room can be found on the second floor and features a king-size hand-carved four-poster rice bed dressed in luxury linens, down comforters, and hypoallergenic pillows. An en-suite bathroom has a shower/bath combination, single vanity, lighted make mirror, plush towel and bathrobes, and organic bath products. Original works from the eponymous artist adorn the walls, and the sitting area has a writing desk, two comfortable wingback chairs, a country French armoire and coffee table, and large picture windows with stunning views.
Dining
A hearty, continental breakfast is served every morning in the dining room and includes freshly baked bread and pastries, seasonal fruit, cereals and yogurt, and freshly brewed coffee, tea, and juices.
Amenities and Recreation
Amenities at Stockade Bed and Breakfast include complimentary on-site parking, access to the nearby fitness center, Anytime Fitness, a delicious hot breakfast served every morning, and snacks and beverages throughout the day.
Weddings & Events
The Stockade Bed and Breakfast is available for weddings and special events of various sizes and includes the use of the Inn’s romantic accommodations, the beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds, and the elegant dining room. Exclusive guest services include catering and culinary services, customized wedding cakes, flowers for the tables, bouquets for brides and attendants, boutonnieres for grooms, and professional event management services.
8860 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, Phone: 225-769-7358
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