Stanton Hall

Such a beautiful home! Definitely my favorite one I've toured so far. The woodwork is absolutely stunning! I honestly feel like words don't do the work justice. Its an absolute gem! I still wish things were made this way today! The detail of each chandelier is stunning! Each room is also designed differently. Absolutely loved this tour and definitely recommend doing this!

If there is only one thing you have time or money to do in Natchez, let it be a visit to Stanton Hall. This is the historic home you simply cannot miss. Stanton Hall is breathtaking. It stands proudly above the surrounding buildings in all its pristine white grandeur, and from the moment you see it, you know you are about to experience something special. The architecture is stunning, and it's almost hard to believe that someone once actually lived in a place like this. I'll admit, I felt a little jealous. What makes the experience even more extraordinary is how beautifully preserved the house is. Most of what you see inside is authentic, not replicas or generic period pieces, but real objects from the past. Walking through the rooms, you are struck by the opulence of the décor, the refined taste, and the craftsmanship of the 19th century, a level of artistry we rarely get to enjoy today. Even the smallest details, from hinges and doorknobs to bookcases, are exquisite, unique, and thoughtfully made. The house truly transports you to another era and offers a glimpse into how Americans once lived and dreamed. It is not just a tour, it is a journey back in time. We were incredibly lucky to have Blaine as our guide. He is an absolute treasure trove of knowledge, with a background in fine arts and interior design, Blaine doesn't just explain what you're seeing, he tells the story behind each beautiful piece, connecting Stanton Hall to European art and traditions with a wonderfully worldly perspective. His grasp of history goes beyond dates and timelines; he shares charming, memorable anecdotes that make the past feel vivid and real. With Blaine, you don't just learn the story of Stanton Hall, you learn to appreciate its beauty. You leave not only more informed, but genuinely elevated by the experience. Stanton Hall is more than a historic home. It is an unforgettable encounter with beauty, history, and craftsmanship at its finest.

Stanton Hall in Natchez, MS is an architectural marvel and a gem of historical preservation. Originally named Belfast, it was built during 1851–1857 for Frederick Stanton, a cotton broker, as a replica of his ancestral home in Ireland. In 1890, the home was turned into Stanton College for Young Ladies. This stunning antebellum mansion, with its grand columns and exquisite interiors, offers a fascinating glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of the mid-19th century. The guided tours are exceptionally well-done, with knowledgeable guides who bring the rich history and stories of the Hall and its original inhabitants to life. The mansion’s period furnishings and meticulous attention to detail make every room a visual delight. The surrounding gardens are equally beautiful, providing a peaceful and picturesque setting. Visiting Stanton Hall is a journey back in time and a must-see for anyone interested in Southern history and architecture.

Our tour guide was polite, clear, and helpful. The tour was informative, fun, and gorgeous. The story is sad, but it reminds us to not rely on treasures of this earth. We don't get to enjoy them for long.

We went as a group so we had a tour guide. He was extremely knowledgeable but quite difficult to listen to because his voice stayed at the same pitch, so it got boring. The Hall was incredible, the doors to the rooms were ginormous. It's great to hear some original pieces of furniture had made there was back. It must have been some house in its day. Fantastic wallpaper.

Very nicely preserved antebellum home. This one has a complete restoration so it's really worth seeing. I had a marvelous docent who was very well-versed in the history and was quite articulate with his presentation. It's pricey, but worth seeing at least once.

What an wonderful trip back in time we had on this amazing tour. Our tour guide was exceptional. She had a wealth of knowledge. You could tell she loved sharing it. Every question she was asked she was able to address. I am so glad my husband and I took the tour.

This was such an informative tour. The house was impressive. I learned some interesting local history. The giant mirrors inside are breathtaking. The tour guide was knowledgeable and willing to answer any questions the group had. He also knew a lot about furniture and decor styles during different eras. You have to buy your tickets in the gift shop. The tours are done every 30 minutes. The outdoor grounds are free and there is also a restaurant near the gift shop. You cannot take any photos on the inside.

LOVEEEEE THIS HOUSE!!! Tour was wonderful. Staff was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Our tour guide was a young male and he did absolutely fantastic! Stanton Hall was built (for $83,000) during 1851-57 for Frederick Stanton, a cotton broker, as a replica of his ancestral home in Ireland. Stanton named it "Belfast", but only lived in it a short time before he died. The house's scale and opulence made it a great financial burden on his heirs, but it survived the American Civil War (after being occupied by Union soldiers), and in 1890 was made home to the Stanton College for Young Ladies. In 1940 it was acquired by the Pilgrimage Garden Club, which uses it as its headquarters and operates it as a museum and event venue.

I love this place , take your children, take ur wife at least take anyone to this wonderful place in Mississippi.

We toured the home and our guide was Micah. He was very knowledgeable with the home and the past family members that lived in the home. I would recommend the tour.

" Under Going A Make Over " This beautiful Mansion is undergoing a massive Make over. The Mansion was built by Frederick Stanton in the mid 1800's. We were told that he bought the entire block and was a cotton plantation land owner. Very nice orginal furniture and beautiful ground even though the workers are re doing the outside of the Mansion.

What an excellent tour--so enlightening and insightful. The people who sustain the mansion and property and open the doors to the public are to be commended; our tour guide was very knowledgeable and welcoming as she encouraged questions and conversation. I recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in the history of the South and historic preservation.

what a beautiful house, but the legacy of all plantations is they were built on the backs of slaves. Glorifying the house, the furnishings all are nice, but lets not forget all these things AGAIN, were built by slaves. While the owner of this house only got to enjoy nine months of it before he passed, I would say thats the legacy of birthing it. The sheer amount of plantations in the south never ceases to astound me. The horrors of slavery need to be unfolded to anyone and everyone to drive the real history lesson home. Our guide was great. She told lovely stories regarding the acquisition to get these furnishings back. However, I think the stories of slaves must be included in these historic homes, because without slaves, they would not exist. If I had my way I'd say they should all be returned to be conservatories teaching and educating the very people they exploited.

The tour very conveniently avoided the topic of the enslaved people who built the owner's wealth, and ascribed his success to his business acumen. The enslaved people were said to be servants, and to have lived on the premises in quarters that were "like a hotel." It was acknowledged that only two enslaved people remained after the war. The tour focused on the ornate premises and did not cover history aside from that of the family who lived in the home. I would not recommend this tour . At one point, the guide said she felt she shouldn't take sides regarding the civil war. More thorough research into the enslaved people and honest accounting of their contribution to the owner's wealth need to be added to this tour. A friend who was with me called it "the white ego furniture tour." This is an accurate assessment. If that is something that sounds fun, you'll love this tour.

This mansion is majestic looking as you are walking up to it...impressive. Before going into the mansion for the tour...our guide Jay came out the very tall front door and onto the porch to give us part of the 'talk' before going in. The time standing out in the southern heat was a wee bit long so it was a relief and refreshing to step into the coolness of the mansion and oh...it is a stunning site. We toured each floor, saw the extravagance of the time, climbed the many stairs to the second floor (which I recommend) because the extensive hall is covered in Zuber wallpaper from France. Unique

Delicious lunch. We had a piano player that was fun. The chicken fried steak was good, but not what we thought it would be in the south. The red fish was spectacular! The biscuits were fun. The carrots side was very good as was the fried okra. The shrimp had just the right amount of breading and came with a tasty sauce.

The house, property is so beautiful! My tour with Miss Jay was very informational, very knowledgeable on the history of the home. From those who've lived in, stayed for period of time, and origin of materials in the home. Only downside was your not allowed to take pictures inside the home, but apparently they're working to get that changed.

I'll never forget the first time I heard of Stanton Hall. It was 1997. I was pregnant with my oldest son. There was a special on HGTV about the mansions of Mississippi and one in particular caught my eye. It was a Greek Revival built by an Irish immigrant named Frederick Stanton. The mansion was gorgeous and I just loved the name Stanton. Both were the epitome of strong and Southern. Several years went by before I was finally able to visit Stanton Hall. It far exceeded my expectations. This magnificent antebellum mansion boasts tall ceilings with marble fireplaces in every room, spectacular crystal gasoliers, extremely wide hallways and enormous windows, all of which were common for upper echelon homes in the days gone by. It's filled with lavish antiques, silver and crystal that will leave you yearning to know more about the glorious lifestyles of a time prior to the days of air-conditioning and television; when socialite ladies sipped tea from fine china in the ladies parlor while their strong bearded men smoked their pipes in the men's parlor. Ahhh, I can only imagine what a way of life that must have been. The outside of the mansion is adorned with ornate ironwork, grandiose columns and plush landscaping. The property takes up and entire city block and is surrounded by azaleas and tall iron fence which will draw you in from the curb, and you'll never want to leave. The mansion is now operated by the Pilgrimage Garden Club and is open for tours daily, as well as during the Spring and Fall Pilgrimage. Of all of the mansions in the beautiful town of Natchez, Stanton Hall is my absolute favorite. It certainly holds a special place in my heart. My son, Stanton, is equally impressed with his namesake.

Another Antebellum mansion that we visited while in Mississippi. Built by Frederick Stanton in the mid 1800's. We were told that he bought the entire block and was a cotton plantation land owner. The funny thing is that the mansions in Natchez were all owned by the rich who ran cotton plantations but lived away from them, like this place. Sadly (awe, poor slave owner) Mr. Stanton died almost immediately after this place was finished. It was also hard to imagine that it once served as a girls college for a short time. And now it is and has been owned by a Garden Club who have interest in the history and preservation. A lot of remeniscent furnishings have been purchased by the club to keep it showcased. No photographs are allowed inside as is the case in most of the mansions.

A must see if visiting Natchez. The mansion serves as a design for Disneyland's Haunted Mansion. Here's a little history: http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stanton_Hall?wasRedirected=true

We were booked for one night and the room was very small with no view. The breakfast was skimpy but the room #157 was so noisy with people above and noise from hallway. Would not return.

We visited Stanton Hall after brunch at the Carriage House. Excellent tour guide who provided a wealth of knowledge in an animated and amusing manner. Well worth the almost $20 pp.

We toured one of Natchez's more notable mansions, Stanton Hall. It is a fine example of the antebellum opulence that existed there. The house is filled with furniture and other furnishings. Much of it is original to the house and what isn't original is period correct. Unlike other mansions and plantations, this house was never abandoned and therefore never required a major renovation. Our tour guide, Edwin, was excellent. It was evident that he understands architecture in detail and was able to describe subtle aspects of the design and construction of the house. For example, he knew the name of some companies that produced a number of the gasoliers (gas-fired chandoliers) and where else they were used. He knew when some of the furniture was made, by whom and how it came into the home. Stanton Hall is a beautiful mansion and well worth the tour. Our tour guide made it exceptionally worthwhile.

The lady, Melissa, who gave us the tour was not very friendly and had a "snobbish" and very condescending attitude. She was very knowledgeable but seemed reluctant to answer questions and said a couple of times, "I'll get to that later." Needs to show more "Southern Hospitality" to the paying tourist.

We toured this place based on Yelp reviews. We were both disappointed and thought the $18 admission fee was too steep. The house is interesting but nothing spectacular. We found another that was a nicer property with a free house tour and a breakfast for the two of us that was only $18 total.

We got in for the 2:00 tour just before a rain shower. Our tour guide started on the front porch of the house overlooking picturesque downtown Natchez. We saw the grandeur of the home as well as the pristine grounds. The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and was happy to answer any questions. This is a beautiful home with beautiful grounds and makes for an awesome stop in Natchez MS.

Our favorite property toured. Although no photos were allowed inside, Tour Guide "J" was sweet and classy. Such a delight after the opposite at Rosalie. Gorgeous grounds. Unlike many, had public restrooms. Their biggest plus is the extraordinary effort to acquire the original furniture when this house was built & occupied. Gorgeous grounds. Exquisite columns on the front porch.

I enjoyed the tour guide as she was very witty but this was one of my least favorite house tours. I felt it was overpriced as compared to Melrose and Dunleith, but that may be circumstantial as Melrose is a national park and Dunleith is a hotel to help bring the tour costs down. I did love the Thomas Cole paintings in the second story corridor though!

This is a really neat historic place, we enjoyed the tour. As it was Sunday, we had buffet brunch in the restaurant, that was great. Enjoyed.