Experience the Grand Victorian, designed and built in 1893 by famed New Orleans architect Thomas Sully. Lovingly brought back to its former glory and decorated with period furnishing, the Grand Victorian welcomes you to a majestic past within the comfort and convenience of a modern bed and breakfast establishment.

 


Location

The convenient location of the Grand Victorian is one of its greatest attributes. Nestled under the shady oaks of majestic St. Charles Avenue, the renovated historic mansion is the picture of New Orleans, and a wonderful place to begin your trip.

The Grand Victorian staff is eager to assist you in planning tours of the Garden District, historic cemeteries, swamps, and River Road Plantations. We are located less than fifteen minutes from the Superdome, the New Orleans Convention Center, New Orleans Museum of Art, the world famous French Quarter, Jackson Square, Magazine Street Shopping District, Audubon Park (zoo), Aquarium of the Americas, National World War II Museum and Tulane & Loyola Universities. Step out our front door, onto the Avenue and into the Historic Garden District.

The St. Charles Streetcar Line will transport you to the Arts District and the Riverbend areas. You can also visit Jazz music clubs and indulge in famous New Orleans cuisine. Soak up the past and celebrate the present at The Grand Victorian, where award-winning restaurants, Mardi Gras parades and the St. Charles Ave. Streetcar wait for you.

 

An Award Winning Bed & Breakfast

The Grand Victorian was recently awarded the honor of being selected as the "2007 Best B&B in New Orleans" by Citysearch! In additions, the hotel is recognized by the Historic District Landmark Commission of New Orleans and the Louisiana Preservation Alliance, and has been seen on the TRAVEL CHANNEL, "Mardi Gras, 2001 & 2002" and also in Southern Living Magazine.


Amenities

All of the comforts of home await you at The Grand Victorian. Guest amenities include:

  • Free parking
  • Private baths
  • Individual temperature control
  • WiFi throughout the house
  • Telephones with free local phone calls
  • Cable television
  • Feather mattress antique beds
  • Concierge Services
  • Balcony access for relaxation
  • Whirlpool tubs in the suites
  • Business travelers have access to fax and copy machines as well
  • Bottled water, soft drinks and snacks provided


Breakfast

Our continental breakfast is served either in our sun-filled dining room or can be taken outdoors on our porte-cochere balcony. The Grand Victorian's breakfast service is set up for a 2 hour window from 8:30am- 10:30am everyday.

We offer a selection of breads (bagels, croissants, etc.), a sweets (muffins, strudel, etc.), toast, hard boiled eggs, yogurt, fresh fruit cups, a variety of cereals, juices, teas, and coffee.

Please let us know before your arrival if you have any special dietary needs so that we can accommodate you as much as possible. Special arrangements can also be made for an early breakfast if necessary.


History

If you are looking for a taste of history in your journey to New Orleans, this is the place to be. The Grand Victorian, designed and built in 1893 by famed New Orleans architect Thomas Sully (1855-1937), is a true period masterpiece. This Queen Anne Victorian house was originally built for Francis Johnson and his family. There are original drawings/plans of the house and millwork at the Tulane University's Architectural Library. Thomas Sully and partner James Feret are known to have begun the first architectural firm in New Orleans and as having heavily influenced the unique feeling that Uptown New Orleans offers.


Antiques

After restoring the 7600 square foot structure to its former glory, it was decorated with period furnishings, to emulate the style in which it would have been originally furnished. All of the furniture in the house dates back to the turn of the century, over a span of about 30 years. A "teaster" bed is a 4 poster bed with a full canopy. A "half teaster" bed is a 2 poster bed with a canopy covering half of the bed. A "plantation" size bed falls between a modern full and queen size bed. Because all of the beds are antiques, they are not a "standard" size. Each bed also has a feather mattress on it for extra comfort.


Innkeeper

More information coming soon about the innkeeper, Bonnie Rabe. Please feel free to contact Bonnie at info@gvbb.com if you have any questions about the Grand Victorian!

 



The Grand Victorian Bed & Breakfast
2727 St. Charles Avenue • New Orleans, LA 70130
TEL: (504) 895-1104  •  (800) 977-0008  •  Fax: (504) 896-8688  •  info@gvbb.com

 

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