My favorite bed and breakfast in Natchez, Weymouth Hall, was built on the bluff of the mighty…read moreMississippi in 1850 for Colonel John Weymouth. This past weekend was my second time to stay there, and although there's an abundance of exquisite bed and breakfasts in Natchez, I love this place so much I really can't see myself staying anywhere else.
You will not find a better view in town. Imagine yourself standing on the upper balcony, contently gazing out over the bluff as a couple of tug boats push barges down the river as the sun sets over the Mississippi. You can see the lights across the river in a nearby Louisiana town. It's picture perfect.
There's also a lovely kidney shaped pool with bamboo blocking the view from the street, and plenty of comfortable furniture on the wrap around porch where you can sit and relax. It's just a quick walk across the street to the historic Natchez City Cemetery, and a short drive to downtown.
This place is absolutely gorgeous, inside and out. The stunning main dining room is in the middle of the house. The interior is less elaborate than many of the historic mansions you would tour, but they make up for it with breathtaking views and upgraded amenities. There are no ornate marble fireplaces or hand-carved moldings, but there are no cramped, dingy dated bathrooms either (at least not in our room). Our room was filled with period antiques, including a firm and comfortable canopy bed, a mirrored armoire, a drop lid desk, two chairs in front of the fireplace, and a few tables. There was also a television, a mini refrigerator, dark wood laminate flooring (so we didn't have to worry about coming in wet from the pool or shower) and a gorgeous updated bathroom. The bathroom had beautiful travertine tile on the floor and half way up the walls, accented around the shower with glass tile. The bathtub was deep enough that I could soak my entire body at one time. The room and bathroom were pristine. It was the perfect combination of old meets new and we loved everything about it.
The trip was planned as a romantic impromptu getaway for my husband and me. My husband had to work, so my 20 year old son went with me. The establishment gladly provided a fold out cot for him, complete with a thick comfortable mattress, at no additional cost. He enjoyed the stay as much as I did.
Worth mentioning, they host weddings and other gatherings so you can enjoy that incredible view and experience with your loved ones.
If you want to experience Natchez at its finest, Weymouth Hall is the place you'll feel right at home. It was so perfect we didn't want to leave. I'm already planning my next visit.
