May in Natchez means that it’s time for the annual Festival of Music and we can’t wait for what 2017 has in store! Who doesn’t have a favorite music genre? Come to Natchez to enjoy an exceptional program featuring your favorites from May 6 to May 27. There is something for everyone! We’ve done all the hard …
Read MoreCalling all history buffs and nature lovers! Recently named as one of America’s Most Beautiful Scenic Byways by Country Living and what the U.S. Department of the interior called one on the Top 8 Best Drives, you’ll want to be sure to add the Natchez Trace to your bucket list. This is a particularly auspicious …
Read MoreInns and Bed & Breakfasts throughout North America have honored our country’s active and retired military and veterans for Veterans Day as part of the B&Bs for Vets Program for many years by offering a free night as a thank you for their service. As an US Air Force Veteran of 1974-1979, Ron and his wife Eleanor …
Read MoreNatchez is literally a time capsule reflecting an amazing history. It was founded in 1716 and is the oldest settlement on the Mississippi River. Today Natchez enjoys the largest collection of antebellum homes in the country. It has 13 National Landmarks and over 1000 buildings on the National Historic Register. Check out these Natchez Fall Pilgrimage …
Read MoreA Festival for Music Lovers The 26th Annual Natchez Festival of Music has something for every music lover, truly an event not to be missed! Book your getaway to Natchez this May and enjoy the convenience of ordering your tickets online with your lodging. The Festival provides positive performing opportunities for talented young artists through the …
Read MoreSteampunk is reminiscent of what coffee houses used to be and in some places still are; quaint places to sit and enjoy your morning caffeine fix and gather with friends or make new ones.
Read MoreWe are celebrating our 10th anniversary at Devereaux Shields House, along with the city of Natchez’s Tricentennial Celebration, by giving away one free night every month through the end of the year!
Read MoreThere is a special kind of romance to be found in historic Natchez, Mississippi. Founded in 1716, the area boasts a number of activities and attractions that are perfect for couples seeking to get away from it all. At Devereaux Shields House, we specialize in crafting unforgettable experiences for romantic getaways in Mississippi. Here are …
Read MoreOne of the favorite pastimes of the guests who stay at our Natchez bed and breakfast is to explore and visit the historical attractions around us. Natchez, Mississippi has a lot of fascinating places to visit, including two historical gems that you do not want to miss. The Longwood Mansion If you’ve never heard of The …
Read MoreInns and Bed & Breakfasts throughout North America have honored our country’s active and retired military and veterans for Veterans Day as part of the B&Bs for Vets Program for many years by offering a free night as a thank you for their service. As an US Air Force Veteran of 1974-1979, Ron welcomes this opportunity to …
Read MoreSpending an afternoon in Natchez or planning your weekend getaway to the Devereaux Shields House? We certainly hope so! While you’re out touring some of the antebellum homes and other historical sights, you are bound to get hungry, and when you do, head over to the Natchez Coffee Company. Don’t let the name fool you. They …
Read MoreOur Natchez Magazine, a local high-end publication, recently highlighted four area B&B Breakfast owners and one of their signature breakfast recipes. Below is the recipe for Eleanor’s wonderful Peach Carmel French Toast – a guest favorite!
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