For the uninitiated, there are legends about this place that go back quite a long time, and all of them are surrounded in a stream of misfortune that seems to continue here, as if this place is catching up for years of undiscovered obscurity.

Until the current owner, Mr. Mike Jenkins purchased Loyd Hall, named for William Loyd, rejected and expelled by his own prestigious Lloyd family of London, from the Fitzgerald family, who owned and operated it for decades, and orginally rescued the house n 1948, it hadn't been possible to spend the night within the classic 1820 Georgian mansion, with it's unequaled and exquisite plaster moldings and suspended staircases..

Today, Mr. Jenkins, an especially warm and agreeable gentleman when I met him, has sensitively restored some of the long lost features of this historic house, most noteworthy is the rear upstairs gallery overlooking the expansive sugar cane fields. This restoration alone is monumental and deserves accolades.

The expansion of the four original upstairs rooms into a pair of large suites that are waiting to be fully furnished with the addition of coffee tables in front of the soft and inviting sofas in the sitting rooms, plush bathrobes and all of the other amenities insisted upon by experienced guests paying such premium rates for the honor of having an over-the-top experience will be something to remember, and when repaired, the oversized bathtub in the suite I booked for $250 will feaute an air jet, water massage feature.

But on the more Adventurous hand, there are no sheer curtains over the windows to keep one from seeing the ghosts staring in from the upstairs gallery while alone in the house, which they certainly have done on both of my stays. Chandeliers flicker, aromas drift, unseen hands give a slight but affectionate touch with a waft of lemon sachet that quickly fades.

The private cottages of Loyd Hall are a great value for the B&B guest. The suites in the main house have great potential once the main house is fully furnished and they have all the amenites they should have for the price; shoppers for mind-blowing Louisiana Plantation Luxury might consider Bocage or Nottoway for that ultimate, intimate experience.

Until fully furnished, Brides and Ghosts are Loyd Hall's Angels.

My husband and I got married at Loyd Hall in March 2010. The staff especially Eddie made our rehearsal dinner and big day so amazing. All of our attendants stayed on property and we were able to relax and enjoy ourselves. My husband and I stayed in the Fitzgerald suite on our honeymoon night. We loved it so much that we came back to celebrate our one year anniversary.

The rooms are clean and the staff is excellent. Breakfast is exceptional. My favorite part is the claw foot tub and ridiculously comfortable beds.

My husband and I will continue to celebrate our anniversaries at Loyd Hall for many years to come.

My husband and I stayed the weekend here, it is a beautiful house that is well taken care of. We were the only guest on the property and we had a key to the back door of the house and could come and go as we pleased. We stayed in the jenkins suite which is well worth the money, it was absolutely beautiful. The breasfast was wondeful. I recommend this place to anyone who wants a quiet place to spend time with someone.

What an amazing surprise. I travel to the central Louisiana area twice a month and have tried quite a few motels in the area. While most get by with barely a "pass" I was desperate to find something I could tolerate on a regular basis. I decided to splurge and stay in a B&B one weekend because I was worn out with the sub-par accommodations in the area. Loyd Hall is a hidden gem. It is so quiet and lovely at the plantation. Everything is immaculate from the grounds outside to the rooms, as well as the dining room. There is a welcoming committee of cats that are a joy to see when I arrive. Each room has satellite TV and a kitchen, not to mention clean exotic sheets with giant fluffy beds. (several rooms even have fireplaces) Eddie is more than accommodating and easy to work with. He has been flexible about my arrival times as well as my breakfast needs on both of my stays. OMG, did I mention the breakfast? Fresh OJ, scrambled eggs, perfect bacon, fresh fruit, homemade biscuits and french toast scented with mexican vanilla. The perfect start to my day as I head out on my travels. This will be my regular stop twice a month as I make my way through central Louisiana. Check ahead, this is a favorite spot for destination weddings. Chances are I might see you there if you stay.... I plan to be almost as regular as the plantation cats :)