Offering a garden and a shared lounge, Belle Louise Historic Bed & Breakfast in Paducah is close to Lloyd Tilghman House and Civil War Museum and Museum of the American Quilter s Society. Housed in a building dating back to 19th century, this bed and breakfast is 1.9 miles from Union Station and 2.5 miles from Noble Park. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. At the bed and breakfast, the units have a wardrobe. A balcony, a cable flat-screen TV streaming services, an air conditioning, and a heating are featured in each unit. At the bed and breakfast, each unit comes with a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. Continental and American breakfast options with warm dishes, fresh pastries, and fruit are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Popular points of interest near Belle Louise Historic Bed & Breakfast include Lowertown Arts District, Yeiser Art Center, and Barkley Park. The nearest airport is Barkley Regional Airport, 9.3 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Breakfast Info

Continental, American

Free private parking


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
3 king beds
and
3 queen beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10.0
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.9
Free Wifi
10
High score for Paducah
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Deborah
    United States of America United States of America
    It was beautifully restored and decorated. The hosts were charming.
  • R
    Robert
    United States of America United States of America
    Breakfast was terrific. Saturday brunch worth staying for. Decor in the house a lovely blend of historical and necessary modern.
  • R
    Robert
    United States of America United States of America
    Room was fabulous and exceeded expectations. Perfect amount of attention for my wife and I celebrating an anniversary.

Managed by Cary and Melinda

Company review score: 10Based on 57 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Hosts Cary and Melinda Winchester love to share their passion for Historic Preservation and Architecture! In 2019, they took on the extensive rehabilitation of the Belle Louise Historic Guest House. They have been involved with historic preservations projects throughout Kentucky and Missouri for over 24 years. When you come to Paducah, the Winchester’s are a wealth of knowledge on suggesting local activities, restaurants and quaint shops to visit in the area. Melinda is a former Paducah Main Street Director and personally can give you the scoop on the best of Paducah! Your stay at the Belle is all about the “guest”. Your privacy will be honored but they are happy to interact with you as little or as much as you wish. Just know, that the goal is to help you enjoy your stay while enjoying all that Paducah, Kentucky has to offer! We hope to see you soon!

Property info

Experience the historical elegance of The Belle Louise Historic Guest House. Are you looking for a distinct lodging experience but a bit like home, this Italianate mansion built in 1879 is waiting for you. Lovingly brought back to its former glory the home maintains the splendor of the past with period décor inner twined with a classic contemporary touch. The Belle Louise Guest House is in the Historic Lower Town Arts District which is one of Paducah’s oldest neighborhoods and home of the renowned Artist Relocation Program which helped revitalize the historic architecture and develop a creative class of artists, small businesses and beautiful streetscapes. We are a Bed and Breakfast serving a lovely breakfast in mornings. Owners DO live on site. Kitchen is not available to guests.

Neighborhood info

The Belle Louise is also conveniently located just a few blocks from the National Quilt Museum, the Greenway Trail, the Riverfront and Paducah’s commercial historic district which enhances your visit with unique boutiques, craft breweries, premier dining choices, art galleries and entertainment

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Belle Louise Historic Bed & Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules
Belle Louise Historic Bed & Breakfast takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:30 to 21:00
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 5 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

5+ years
Extra bed upon request
$10 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 19
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Belle Louise Historic Bed & Breakfast of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about Belle Louise Historic Bed & Breakfast

  • Guests staying at Belle Louise Historic Bed & Breakfast can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • American

  • The prices at Belle Louise Historic Bed & Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Belle Louise Historic Bed & Breakfast is from 4:30 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Belle Louise Historic Bed & Breakfast offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Live music/Performance

  • Room options at Belle Louise Historic Bed & Breakfast include:

    • Double
    • Quad

  • Belle Louise Historic Bed & Breakfast is 1,800 feet from the center of Paducah. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.