Monday, April 22, 2013

Houmas House & Bette Davis


 
This past Saturday, the husband and I skipped down River Road and toured a couple of fabulous antebellum homes.  We had an awesome time.  We live a little over an hour away from this area but have never visited.  After this trip, I wondered what took us so long and, yes, I am already planning another trip to see the rest of the plantations!
 
The house that I’m showing you today is called Houmas House which is named after the Houmas Indians that lived in this area.  The land to build the house was actually purchased from the Indians by the original owner.
 
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This picture was taken in the center hall.  On the table is an antique “view finder” from the 1800’s.  The mural on the walls is not original to the house but was painted by the gardener!  Yes, you heard right!  The gardener painted this fine mural of a sugar cane field.  To see more of the hallway mural, you can check out Susan’s post on Houmas House by clicking here.  Since she recently did a post and I have a ton of pictures, I’m going to try to share different rooms.  This music box is from the 1800’s and still works perfectly!
 
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The next one is from the parlor…
 
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with it’s fabulous chandelier and moldings!
 
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And the clock on the mantel, actually belonged to Marie Antoinette!  It was purchased by one of the owners at an auction.
 
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the game room…
 
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You might be asking yourself just what does this house have to do with Bette Davis?  Well, she’s got her own room here!  Her movie, Hush Hush Sweet Charlotte, was filmed in this home.  That’s it in the background.
 
 
At the time, there were no other accommodations in this area so she stayed onsite in this bedroom.
 
 
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This room is now called the Bette Davis room.  See the table at the foot of the bed?
 
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It opens up into a desk!  Amazing, especially considering it’s a couple of hundred years old!  In the corner, there is a cabinet holding momentums from the movie.
 
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The children’s room…
 
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This is the private bedroom of the owner, well maybe not so private since it’s part of the tour!
 
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The gentleman’s wig is from the 1800’s and made of horsehair.
 
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Ok, I’m going to stop here for today.  To see more, be sure to check back later this week.  I’ll be sharing the dining room and kitchen area for Tablescape Thursday and the garden tour on Friday!  The gardens are totally amazing!
 
Sharing with:
Metamorphosis Monday @ Between Naps on the Porch
Make it Pretty @ The Dedicated House
Nifty Thrifty Tuesday @ Coastal Charm
Inspire Me Tuesday @ A Stroll thru LifeOpen House @ No Minimalist Here
Tuesdays Treasures @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
The Scoop Link Party @ The Farmhouse Porch
Tuesdays at Our Home @ Our Home Away From Home
Show Me What Ya Got @ Not JUST A Housewife
Be Inspired Friday @ Common Ground
Saturday Nite Special @ Funky Junk Interiors
Fabulously Creative Party @ Jennifer Rizzo
Tweak it Tuesday @ Cozy Little House
Tips, Tutorials, & Tidbits @ StoneGable
Spring Party @ DIY by Design
Wow Us Wednesday @ Savvy Southern Style 

13 comments:

  1. What a beautiful home tour, thanks! I'm a new follower!
    Karee

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    1. You're welcome, Karee! I loved your hankie sachets you made! I'm now you new follower!

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  2. Thanks Tammy for sharing the Houmas House. I have toured the house and many of the homes on River Road. It's always a delight to visit and tour them.

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    1. Judy, I can't believe it took me so long to go there, since it's almost in my backyard!

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  3. Incredible moldings! And that table/desk is too cool!

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  4. Thanks so much for the tour! The home is just stunning and really filled with some interesting antiques. We took a few tours of antebellum homes while in Mississippi a few years ago and I was in awe. So fun!

    I love Bette Davis and I admit, that movie still scares the pants off me. What a great actress she was.

    XO,
    Jane

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    1. You're welcome, Jane! I've toured many antebellum homes in the Feliciana's but would love to travel up to Natchez to view some up there!

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  5. What beautiful homes! I know that was a fun trip! Life to the full! Melissa @ DaisyMaeBelle

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  6. Wow, what an amazing place and the interiors are stunning. Thanks for the tour and thanks for joining Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

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  7. I recognized the house immediately as the home from Hush, Hush Sweet Charlotte, one of my all time favorite movies. That house is just so beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

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  8. Thanks for sharing this wonderful post. I remember this movie with Bette Davis. New Follower.

    Jody

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  9. Hi Tammy, I'm so glad you showed us the interior of this beautiful plantation home. Beautiful, love the furniture. Gina

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  10. Just loved "Hush, Hush, Sweet Charlotte"...even if it scared the daylights out of me! I love the River Road area. Don't skip Natchez and Vicksburg areas if you go that way. Lots of great homes in those areas for sure. And the ruins of an old plantation outside Vicksburg were amazing. Thanks again, Tammy, for another visit to your area.

    Helen

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Thank you so much for all your lovely comments! I try to return the favor and visit each one of you! ~Blessings, Tammy~