Rosedown Plantation is a beautiful experience even on a hot day.
Plantations
Plantations Homes
Sam Bell Maxey House
The citizens of Paris, TX are proud of the historic home that is located in their city, the Sam Bell Maxey House. It was built in 1868 and was left untouched by the fire of 1916 that destroyed the town.
Afton Villa Gardens
Afton Villa Gardens, St. Francisville, is in my top three list of beautiful gardens in Louisiana. The gardens are built on the ruins of the plantation which was destroyed by fire in 1963.
Afton Villa Gardens
Afton Villa Garden Statue
During the Audubon Pilgrimage, which is held towards the end of March every year, the field of daffodils are in full bloom.
Field of Daffodils
Tulips were in full bloom all around the garden.
Daffodils
Rosedown Plantation
Rosedown Plantation is in my top 3 list of the most beautiful plantation gardens in Louisiana. However, the garden’s has the most distinguish history. Daniel and Martha Tumbull build Rosedown in 1834. The gardens were overseen by Martha who keep record of every plant that was planted in the garden and where it was planted. Her journal of the garden is keep in the LSU Archives and a copy is used to maintain the gardens.
Rosedown Plantation
Rosedown Plantation – Back view
Rosedown Plantation – Gardens
Rosedown Plantation – Gardens from Balcony
Houmas House
The Houmas House Plantation is in my top three most beautiful plantation gardens to visit in Louisiana. It is located in Ascension Parish and dates back to the mid 1700’s. The Cafe Burnside, at the Plantation, is a wonderful lunchtime dining experience.
Houmas House
Houmas House Fountain
Houmas House Bridge
Houmas House Fountain
Sarah Cath's Adventures 