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History of The Stockade
The Stockade, located on historic Highland Road near LSU and downtown Baton Rouge, is a large Spanish-style hacienda with six comfortable guestrooms. Once a Civil War stockade, the bed and breakfast is named after its 19th century military origin and is listed on the National Registration of Historical Places as an archeological site. A guarded entrance at the road greets guests as they enter the property and serves as a reminder of The Stockade’s interesting past.
Highland Stockade encompasses approximately 30 acres of wooded land part of which is home to the original Stockade Cemetery. The bed and breakfast is situated upon a high bluff descending into low land that was once the riverbed of Ole Man River, the Mississippi . It is this geological contrast from which the name Highland Road is derived.
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~ Arthur & Peggy - Cumming, Georgia
The hospitality business is a natural fit for Janice’s interests in travel, art, music, dance and cuisine. And, her gallery and custom frame shop nearby allows Janice not only to indulge in her love of art but also to add original artwork throughout The Stockade. Each guestroom and the common areas contain bright arrays of unique pieces by both locally and regionally renowned artists.
The displays of art feature the work of such artists as Don Wright, Bill Stracener, Charlie Smith, George Ufford, Henry Watson and Patty Peterson. More information on the artwork and artists can be found at Frameworks Gallery, 120 Staring Lane,
Baton Rouge: 225-769-0582.
Each guestroom has a private bath and is handsomely decorated in a different décor of antique furniture and lovely appointments. The house is equipped with Wireless Internet Access. Other guestroom amenities include color televisions with VCR’s, phones, mini-refrigerators, coffee pots, hairdryers, irons and ironing boards. Hot breakfast is served from 7-9 a.m. A continental self-serve breakfast is available at all times. Rates start at $135.00 per night; weekly and corporate rates are available.
~ Herb & Christina - Clearwater, Florida
National Wildlife Federation Backyard Wildlife Habitat
The National Wildlife Federation has certified the grounds of The Stockade as a certified Backyard Wildlife Habitat. Nature lovers will delight in walks along the backyard trail to explore the bayou wilderness of native foliage and wildlife. Busy squirrels and various species 
of birds abound throughout the day; nocturnal experiences can include the sight of an owl and the sound of its hoot, the chirping of tree frogs filling the air and a view of raccoons having their evening meal.
The Stockade is truly a peaceful, serene environment within a trove of city sights and amusements. It offers many on-site pleasures as well as easy access to local and regional attractions such as plantations, museums, historical buildings, planetarium and IMAX Theatre. Whether your travel is for business or pleasure, come to The Stockade………you will be pleasantly surprised!