Booked a room at the last minute after checking out of the L'Auberge du Lac Hotel and finding out we had to stay in Lake Charles for another night on business. I called the B&B directly and talked to the owner Tanis - she's SO nice and bubbly. She met us on the expansive porch as we drove up with the sweetest smile and big "Hello". It certainly made us feel welcome immediately. The house itself (C.A.'s House) is absolutely gorgeous. It reminds me of a family friend's old plantation home. It is SO tastefully decorated in ALL of the rooms. The bedrooms are absolutely beautiful. I think Tanis is always redecorating. All rooms are elegant and inviting. We stayed in "Room 3", but I also saw the other rooms, and all are great. Tanis is a very interesting person with which to talk. She and her husband are tackling another large historic old home one block away to either sell or open another B&B when they are finished renovating it. It will be a lovely B&B too if that is what they do with it ultimately. Our room at C.A.'s House was very large and so beautiful. I didn't want to leave !!!!!! Our room also contained a large sofa, loveseat and coffee table. There's a flat screen TV with DVD player in the room, and there is a large selection of DVDs to choose from if one wishes. There is also a pool and hot tub on the property that guests can use. I only wish that I could have tried the breakfast. At this time, breakfast is only served on the weekends, and we were there during the week. I heard from other guests that it is fabulous. The lady who cooks breakfast also speaks French, and I would have loved for my husband to have been able to speak with her. Tanis is very helpful with suggestions on places to eat. We went to 2 of the places she suggested, and both were great. We brought in breakfast from a bakery she suggested, and ate in the gardens in the back of the home - lovely. There are two large rockers on the porch that I plan to rock in upon my return - hopefully some time soon.

Stayed at Walter's Attic a few years ago, and was very impressed with this B&B. I'm returning in November and can't wait.

I'd prefer to spend a little more money to stay in the historic district, with quiet surroundings, friendly staff, and pleasant accommodations..in my opinion...is a better choice than most hotels in Lake Charles.