33% off (Sale price $99.00, Reg. Price $149.00) :: Hotel at a Glance: The Fairfax HouseThe Fairfax House offers up Southern hospitality on the banks of the historic Bayou Teche. After enjoying a welcome beverage and snack, you can explore the former plantation home. Built in 1852, it has been fully renovated and updated to reflect pre-Civil War Acadiana in a modern way. Take a stroll beneath the oak trees and bamboos that line the property, or enjoy views of manicured lawns on one of the home’s many porches. Each morning, indulge in a Cajun breakfast served in the dining room. Where you’ll stay: Elegant rooms and suites furnished with carved wooden furniture indicative of the antebellum era. Enjoy a game of chess or read a book in one of the bed and breakfast’s many public seating areas. Main Street is just a short walk away; you’ll find historic sites and museums, as well as a handful of quaint shops and restaurants. Modern amenities include WiFi and a flat-screen TVs. Take a boat tour of the nearby swamps to spy native birds and other wildlife. Test your luck at the nearby Cypress Bayou Casino, which features more than 35 table games and several restaurants. Other perks: Customers will receive a 15% discount on service at the nearby Argus Spa if they book through the Fairfax House. Customers can also enjoy a buy-one-get-one round of golf offer at Atchafalaya Golf Course when purchased through the hotel. Franklin, Louisiana: Historic Small Town in the Heart of AcadianaThe small town of Franklin, located in Louisiana’s Cajun Coast, offers a glimpse into pre-Civil War life. It’s listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is home to more than 420 notable historic structures. A walking tour takes you to places such as the Allain house, where legend has it Davy Crockett stayed while traveling to the Battle of the Alamo. Tucked into historical façades, even the handful of restaurants and shops don’t detract from this thoroughfare’s old-timey charm. If you look closely, you might recognize a scene or t
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