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Elegant living room with red walls, a chandelier, two vintage chairs, and a patterned rug. A staircase with paintings creates a cozy ambiance.

Elegant living room with red walls, a chandelier, two vintage chairs, and a patterned rug. A staircase with paintings creates a cozy ambiance.

Home away from home

5 Bubble review of the Judge Porter House: As you enter this "turn of the century" house, a sumptuous experience begins. The bedrooms, as well as the shared spaces of living/dining rooms, are appointed with period detail + modern comfort.

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Jul 71 min read

Elegant living room with vintage furniture, floral-patterned curtains, ornate rug, and a chandelier. Warm lighting creates a cozy ambiance.

Elegant living room with vintage furniture, floral-patterned curtains, ornate rug, and a chandelier. Warm lighting creates a cozy ambiance.

Great rooms well appointed....huge library and Jackie the innkeeper is so accommodating...

5 Star Google review of the Judge Porter House: Great rooms well appointed....huge library and Jackie the innkeeper is so accommodating

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Jul 71 min read

Large white house with columns and patriotic bunting, surrounded by lush greenery and large heart-shaped leaves in sunlight. Peaceful setting.

Large white house with columns and patriotic bunting, surrounded by lush greenery and large heart-shaped leaves in sunlight. Peaceful setting.

All I can say is Jackie and Sherry set the bar high!

5 Star Google review of the Judge Porter House: All I can say is Jackie and Sherry set the bar high! Their kindness, graciousness, cooking, smiles and over all hospitality exceeded my expectations.

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Jun 101 min read

Book cover: "1,000 Places to See Before You Die in the USA and Canada" with a map and travel photos. Blue border, adventurous vibe.

Book cover: "1,000 Places to See Before You Die in the USA and Canada" with a map and travel photos. Blue border, adventurous vibe.

We absolutely loved staying here. From the time we entered the place we fell in love with this Southern Pearl!

5 Star Google Reiview of the Judge Porter House: We absolutely loved staying here. From the time we entered the place we fell in love with this Southern Pearl!

Tod Working

Jun 92 min read

Two glass parfait cups filled with yogurt, granola, strawberries, bananas, and grapes on a light-colored table. Wooden cabinet in background.

Two glass parfait cups filled with yogurt, granola, strawberries, bananas, and grapes on a light-colored table. Wooden cabinet in background.

The Place to Stay in Natchitoches!

5 Bubble TripAdvisor review of the Judge Porter House: The Place to Stay in Natchitoches! We absolutely adored our stay at the Judge Porter House. My husband and I booked one of the rooms for our anniversary, and it was the perfect cozy spot.

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May 141 min read

Beautiful B&B

Beautiful B&B

Beautiful B&B

5 bubble Tripadvisor Review of the Judge Porter House Posted: April, 11, 2025 From: Kathy M Beautiful B&B We stayed here & loved it. Our...

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Apr 111 min read

Quaint white house with a grey porch, surrounded by lush greenery and pink flowers. Two floral chairs are on the porch. Peaceful vibe.

Quaint white house with a grey porch, surrounded by lush greenery and pink flowers. Two floral chairs are on the porch. Peaceful vibe.

Everything was beautifully clean and decorated for the holidays.

5 star Google Review of the Judge Porter House Bed and Breakfast Posted: 12/29/2024 From: Karen Tatum, Everything was beautifully clean...

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Dec 29, 20241 min read

plantation style home with a massive two story wrap-around port with 15 floor to ceiling windows

plantation style home with a massive two story wrap-around port with 15 floor to ceiling windows

Judge Porter House was beautifully decorated for Christmas when we arrived

5 star Google Review of the Judge Porter House Bed and Breakfast Posted: 11/26/2024 From: Jamie Key The Judge Porter House was...

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Nov 26, 20241 min read

The location was perfect—right in the heart of the historic district

The location was perfect—right in the heart of the historic district

The location was perfect—right in the heart of the historic district

5 star Google Review of the Judge Porter House Posted: 10/28/2024 From: Mary Jording We recently stayed at a Judge Porter House and it...

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Oct 28, 20241 min read

Elegant dining room with tables set for tea; gold plates, white napkins, ornate wallpaper, and framed art create a cozy atmosphere.

Elegant dining room with tables set for tea; gold plates, white napkins, ornate wallpaper, and framed art create a cozy atmosphere.

Fantastic B&B

5 Bubble Tripadvisor Review of the Judge Porter House Posted: June 9, 2024 From: J1838RCdougb Absolutely wonderful place to stay. Home is...

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Jun 9, 20241 min read

NSU Department of Hospitality Management and Tourism field trip to Judge Porter House B&B 10/4/2023

NSU Department of Hospitality Management and Tourism field trip to Judge Porter House B&B 10/4/2023

NSU Department of Hospitality Management and Tourism field trip to Judge Porter House B&B 10/4/2023

NSU Department of Hospitality Management and Tourism field trip to Judge Porter House B&B 10/4/2023

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Oct 9, 20231 min read

Two women in a cozy room with floral curtains. One stands smiling in an apron; the other sits at a set table, also smiling.

Two women in a cozy room with floral curtains. One stands smiling in an apron; the other sits at a set table, also smiling.

The Queen Anne BNB was wonderfully decorated and well preserved.

5 Star Google Review of the Queen Anne Bed and Breakfast Posted: Sep, 5, 2023 From: Charlette G.

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Sep 5, 20231 min read

Lasyone's Meat Pie Kitchen - Soulful Louisiana Creole cuisine

Lasyone's Meat Pie Kitchen - Soulful Louisiana Creole cuisine

Lasyone's Meat Pie Kitchen - Soulful Louisiana Creole cuisine

Lasyone's Meat Pie Restaurant: Known for their famous Natchitoches meat pies, Lasyone's has been a beloved local institution since 1967.

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Aug 30, 20231 min read

Zydeco Festival

Zydeco Festival

Zydeco Festival

Experience Louisiana's vibrant culture at the Cane River Zydeco Festival! Join us on Labor Day weekend for an unforgettable experience.

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Aug 20, 20231 min read

Elegant breakfast setting with tea set, muffins, fruit, and a newspaper on a wooden table. Red roses and floral wallpaper in the background.

Elegant breakfast setting with tea set, muffins, fruit, and a newspaper on a wooden table. Red roses and floral wallpaper in the background.

Welcome to Natchitoches Bed and Breakfast Blog - tips reviews and recommendations

Step into a world of Southern charm and hospitality as we take you on a journey through the enchanting city of Natchitoches, Louisiana....

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Jul 27, 20232 min read

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