We had our wedding here in 2013. The all-inclusive nature of their packages makes the cost second…read moreto none. The food was awesome and the venue beautiful. If you want a classy wedding without all the hassles, I highly recommend The Gatehouse. The staff were very accommodating, and made what could have been a very stressful time, extremely easy. You can personalize as much as you like, or if you prefer to just let them do all the work, that's an option too. It included the venue, food, DJ, cake, even your guestbook. Basically, all you have to do is get your dress, minister, photographers, and flowers separately, and they even have recommendations for that! I HIGHLY recommend them!!

"OMG! Christie and the staff at the Gatehouse are AWESOME! I travelled from Michigan to attend a…read morewedding at the Baton Rouge location, and I was so impressed with the all inclusive package, professionalism, cakes, linens, chairs, outdoor landscape, food, DJ, and Bridal Suite. My friend Yolanda T Jones Williams and Marlon Williams did not have to worry.. Christie handled everything on the day of the wedding and throughout the entire experience! We were very pleased to the point that, I am contemplating having a destination wedding at the Gatehouse! I highly recommend the Gatehouse!"

Had the most wonderful stay at this beautiful, historic Bed and Breakfast. Janice, the owner, was…read moreso friendly, informative and accommodating. Our room was decorated beautifully and so comfortable. The gorgeous property, and all the beautiful artwork, just added to the joy of staying here. Breakfasts were delicious and plentiful and there were always drinks and snacks available 24/7, which is above and beyond, and really make you feel like you're home away from home. Can highly, highly recommend staying here whenever in Baton Rouge. A big thank you to Janice for a truly wonderful experience.

This is a gorgeous Bed & Breakfast in the midst of Baton Rouge. It's like a oasis of peace and…read morequiet. I had a gorgeous balcony / deck out of my room and seriously loved it. I drank coffee in the morning on my deck. My bed was comfortable. The pillows, will, I wish I'd have had a flatter one, but that often happens to me at a hotel or B&B. Breakfast was really good. Pancakes with fruit and chocolate syrup, fruit, scrambled eggs with cheese, a piece of sausage and a piece of bacon. They keep milk and yogurt and wine in the dining room for your enjoyment.

I didn't know about this place until I got invited to a Bridal Shower! Beautiful, gated…read moreneighborhood. Charming home. I didn't get much of the decor but the place is absolutely beautiful for any event.

Gorgeous venue and excellent customer service. I provided balloon services for an event there and…read moreNatalie was a blessing to work with. The grounds are so beautiful, I hope to have an event there in the future.

A great extension from the station, you can bring the party to wherever you want! They took care of…read moreeverything, so prepared and had our guests talking about the drinks and service from their crew for weeks after the event!

Amazing service from bartenders, the owners are super friendly, 10/10 for my experience.read more

An amazing facility with all services in one. Not to mention top notch customer service…read more Everything was so amazing. . . the food, the ambiance, the service. I can not wait to use this facility again. Huge thanks to Ms. Cyrstal and Ms. Debra for going above and beyond for our group. Also, thank you to the culinary team for making sure our group had sufficient food and a clean area at all times. Not to mention the maintenance team that aided in loading up our things. Again, this is by far the best experience I've had with renting an event space. I will be back.

From the owner: We are a one stop shop for conferences, meetings, receptions, retreats, and seminars. We offer a…read morevariety of spaces for events with on site catering, overnight rooms, free set up and take down, free wifi, free parking, and the entire campus is handicapped accessible. We also offer take out catering.

The LSU Rural Life Center and Burden Museum and Gardens are a hidden gem in Baton Rouge. They are…read morelocated right by I-10 on Essen, so they are easy to find. It's a very large property, and serves many purposes and hosts many events. It's a great resource that our city is very lucky to have. There are gardens and research facilities here associated with LSU, there are historical buildings and artifacts from Louisiana, then there are forests and wetlands, these are linked by roads and hiking trails. There's lots to see, and there are various events to participate in. One of these events is the new Louisiana Lights Festival which is a holiday-themed light show. It's impressive already and it's just getting started. Each year will bring more to this event! Another great event is the fall festival with its corn mazes, petting zoos, hay rides, and other fall fun activities. There are different events throughout the year, one need only check the website to be informed. There's really something for everyone here, from agriculture, horticulture, children's playgrounds, hiking, history, or just a place to have a picnic, this facility is there to meet the needs of the community. It's something that our residents and visitors should be aware of and utilize!

Amazing! A beautiful nature oasis. From mossy oaks to sunflowers, there is so much to look at here!…read more Located right off the interstate or on Essen Lane, the Burden Gardens is Baton Rouge's hidden gem. Besides just looking at nature or going on a nature walk for free, there are several events that take place here regularly. Junior League has a kid-friendly event under the outdoor the gazebo each month, there is the Louisiana Lights event in December, and a corn maze in Oct. This place is huge! There is a meeting place, which is easily accessible when you pull in. There are also places to stop and sit and go to the restroom. A great place to explore!!

The Guru is a great event space located at the amazing Circa 1857 complex. It's tucked away toward…read morethe middle of the overall campus so it's conveniently located by the large interior parking area. This parking is off road, very large, fenced, and seems quite safe. The space itself is surrounded by other buildings and is medium sized. In keeping with the name, there are meditative motifs to the interior decorations. This space seems quite versatile, our group used the round tables with nice table cloths and folding chairs to enjoy a potluck and then hold a meeting. The space could be kept entirely open, used for talks or lectures, or ay sort of party. There are overhead doors on one wall that presumably could be opened for an indoor/outdoor event. Circa 1857 has such a great location on Government Street right be the Garden District, that it would be a convenient place to have a meeting or event. So don't hesitate to consider The Guru for your next gathering!

I hosted an event/mixer here last year and honestly the venue itself was the selling point for…read moreeveryone. The owner is very sweet and you can tell she truly wants to provide a unique event space at a reasonable price. Another thing I loved about The Guru was being able to bring in your own food. It was hard for me to find a venue that let me bring my own food but also had the right #aesthetic lol! I didn't even decorate the place because it already done. They provided me with the tables (high top, circle, & rectangle), chairs, and even have linens available. There are 2 bathrooms and a back room where you can have your food/buffet set up. They even have this really awesome bar cart that my bartender was able to use! It can double for a beverage/food station too. (You know I added plenty of pics :P ) This is an extra bonus but I recently learned they also can host meetings, interview recordings, and more so it's not just for parties or weddings. On top of that, learning that the owner works to give back to the community/non profits is heartwarming. If you need an intimate, "not too big but just right" space, give this place a look!

I honestly didn't know this place existed until about a month ago…read more It's a free to visit unless you want to go to the Windrush Gardens which cost $3 to get in. There is also a museum called the Rural Life Museum that also charges a small admission fee. This is a nice small piece of Heaven in the middle of Baton Rouge. The sunflower field was a magical place to visit. There are many walking trails. You can even rent out s building for weddings and parties. I will definitely be revisiting this beautiful place again! It's a great place to have a family or romantic picnic. They were also having a orchid sale which was interesting to look at .

The paths that the students and volunteers create and maintain. You can hear the highway from some…read moreof the turns, yet you are tucked away in luscious gardens and walking paths. The Rural Life Museum is housed on the premises, and while the trails are free, the Windrush garden has a fee, and worth it for a day of just mindless nature absorbing. GEAUX Tigers! Keep your living lab alive for all to enjoy!

There are 2 types of tours. The guided tour is $9 with a AAA discount, $12 without. There's also a…read moreself guided tour for $5. The difference between the 2 is that you're given access to the inside of the buildings with the guided tour. There's so much to learn about magnolia mound!! The video that you can watch is very informational. They tell you all about the building of the structures, the quarters and the craftsmanship that went into the erecting of these homes. The home is made of cypress mostly, and timber underneath. The building is raised up above the ground to allow due floods, storms, and so forth. It also helps to increase air flow throughout the home. I could probably go on for a while about what I've learned during g my short time here today. I enjoyed the gift shop: postcards, magnets, books, some light clothing items and other novelties. This plantation is not only beautiful, it's also so nicely managed and maintained. The folks working here are so sweet and so welcoming. This is a real gem.

Visited and the tour was enlightening. Tour guide was very informative. Its was a little sad…read moreknowing how our people were slaves and we're listed as a piece of property. Love seeing the home and the sugar cane