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Southern bed and breakfasts for spring weekends

At the Maison de Macarty Bed & Breakfast in New Orleans, Louisiana, choose from six rooms in the main house or two, more private cottages. At the Maison de Macarty Bed & Breakfast in New Orleans, Louisiana, choose from six rooms in the main house or two, more private cottages.

By Emily Crisman April 1, 2016 3 min read

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Southern bed and breakfasts for spring weekends

Spend a lazy afternoon lounging by the Maison de Macarty's pool or soaking up the sun on its large deck.

Enjoy a drink at the outdoor bar in the lush courtyard of the Maison de Macarty in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Soak up spring's arrival on the porch of the Reynolds Mansion in Asheville, North Carolina.

Lounge by the outdoor pool at the Reynolds Mansion in Asheville, North Carolina.

Asheville, North Carolina's Reynolds Mansion is one of the few brick houses from before the Civil War which survive in western North Carolina.

Located in Natchez, Mississippi, the Historic Oak Hill Inn is housed in this antebellum mansion, where complimentary mint juleps are served to guests on the front porch.

Guests are served a gourmet breakfast on antique china in the dining room of the Historic Oak Hill Inn in Natchez, Mississippi.

April is a lovely time to enjoy the manicured grounds of Stonehurt Place in Atlanta, Ga.

Afternoon tea is served on the screened porch of Stonehurst Place.

The foyer of Stonehurst Place features inviting decor that continues throughout the Atlanta bed and breakfast.

Strawberry shortcake is among the delicious offerings from the kitchen at Stonehurst Place in Atlanta, Ga.

Spring is in the air, and everywhere gardens are in bloom. Hop in the car and head to one of these bed and breakfasts, where period antiques, history and Southern hospitality reign on beautifully manicured grounds just a few hours from Chattanooga.

Stonehurst Place

Drive time: 2 hours

Stonehurst Place, located in Midtown Atlanta, is close to the city’s botanical gardens and Piedmont Park, as well as cultural gems including the High Museum of Art and the home of Margaret Mitchell, author of Gone With the Wind. Stonehurst also has its own beautiful gardens. Décor in the 19th century mansion features art from big names including Pablo Picasso and Andy Warhol. In addition to a gourmet breakfast, the hotel also provides snacks for guests, such as lemon bars, throughout the day near the baby grand piano in the lobby. Amenities include in-room iPod docking stations, flat-screen TVs and room service.

Good to know: Only children age 16 and older are allowed. Pets are permitted at a charge of $150 per stay. High-speed Internet connection is free in rooms, but not wireless.