Guests staying in Rooms 201 and 203 report hearing children's laughter and the patter of small feet running. The two children were playing in the chimney when they were accidentally killed. It's the twins that most visitors to this charming hotel tell of seeing. Their bones were discovered near the back porch in 1915.
When the Union Army occupied Beaufort during the Civil War, three officers visiting the home disappeared, though they can be heard stomping around the hallways. He occasionally returns, looking for the rebellious slave. Richard Russell, who owned the home in the 1740s, tried to punish one of his slaves, but the slave pushed him down the stairs, breaking Russell's neck. Other incidents have darkened the reputation of this old house. Information: Haunted America Tours ( The infamous pirate Black Beard (also known as Edward Teach) supposedly kept a young woman against her will in this 18th-century Beaufort house, whom he hung from an oak tree in the backyard - her screams still haunt the night air. The discovery of graves, reportedly hidden in the foundation of the home, has done nothing to dispel the grim reputation of this most haunted house. That night, after guests witnessed the sight of chained and beaten slaves, the LaLauries fled the city in disgrace. During a dinner party in 1834, a fire started in the kitchen, reportedly by the slaves who were chained to the stove. Delphine LaLaurie, the wealthy socialite behind these stories, was reputedly a sadist who mercilessly beat and tortured her slaves. LaLaurie Mansion, New Orleans, Louisiana:ĭark goings-on at this French Quarter mansion have been a part of New Orleans legend for years. Many of these houses are now hotels or B&Bs, making your visit easier - but no less chilling. The Inn is within walking distance to shops, antique stores, museum houses, civil war memorials, beautiful old churches and Savannahs finest restaurants. The specter of Civil War-era soldiers adds to the gothic atmosphere. Specialties: This award-winning Inn is located on historic Jones Street, one of Savannahs most charming downtown addresses. Stately old antebellum mansions, often abandoned to the ravages of time, loom from behind moss-draped trees. regions conjure up visions of ghostly apparitions like the South.
The location of the hotel is perfect - far enough away from the busy parts of town but close enough for a nice 15 minute walk through nice green squares to get there.Few U.S. House, the Eliza Thompson House, The Gastonian and Olde Harbour Inn. We called ahead to notify them that one in our party is vegan, and the chef made a delicious special meal of grits with vegetables. History of Savannahs Haunted Kehoe House Georgia. Breakfast in the morning was equally delicious. The staff is very friendly and we had a nice time chatting with them and the other guests. Portions were generous and the food was delicious. We took advantage of both the hors d'oeuvres hour and dessert hour the night we arrived. The bathroom was fully stocked with towels and toiletries.
Beds were comfortable with great bedding. The AC is a window unit, but the weather was chilly when we stayed so we didn't need it. Using our own Fright-O-Meter scale to compare the houses researched, our writers concluded that The Eliza Thompson House was a 4.5 out of 5. This is a two-hour family friendly tour that includes a visit to a haunted site. The resulting article, titled Fright Night, was the subject of much conversation and speculation on the spirits that inhabit Savannah’s older homes. The room itself was extremely clean and had all the necessary amenities. Old Savannah Tours Grave Encounters tour promises to 'Bring Savannahs Dead to Life' in this nightly trolley tour. The neighborhood feels quite safe and the room has a double lock, so we weren't concerned about security. It has a private entrance on the ground floor, which was massively convenient. We (group of 3 friends) stayed in the Telfair room. After a short tour of the beautiful facilities, we were shown to our room. We didn't have to pay for parking as we were there on a weekend, which was a pleasant surprise. Masks were enforced and the staff were taking precautions to keep things feeling safe. I had SUCH a great experience at Eliza Thompson House that I was compelled to write my first ever review! Check-in was a breeze as we had completed the online form ahead of time. The Marshall House 123 East Broughton Street Savannah, Georgia Phone: (912) 644-7896 (800) 589-6304.
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