10/10 Excellent
Mary H.
Apr 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Mary H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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The Historic Rex House
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 82400 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Baton Rouge, LA
- Belle of Baton Rouge Casino9 min walk
- Raising Cane's River Center11 min walk
- Louisiana State University5 min drive
- Baton Rouge, LA (BTR-Baton Rouge Metropolitan)11 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Downstairs Guest
1 Queen Bed
Master
1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Guest
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Downstairs Guest
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Master Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Receiving Room 1/2 Bath
Towels provided · Toilet
Upstairs Guest Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
About this property
The Historic Rex House
The Rex House is a 3 BR 3.5 BA that was renovated while retaining it's original charm and many of its original design features. Each bedroom features a queen-sized bed and an en suite bathroom. The master bedroom includes a sectional that expands to a full size bed. The home features a contemporary Chefs kitchen and Expansive Master Suite with a seating/sleeping area and Juliet balcony. The dining area is open to the kitchen and seats 8 with an additional seating for 3 at the peninsula.
It is located just 7 min from LSU and walking distance to Downtown Baton Rouge's Dining, Entertainment and Nightlife this home has come back to life and welcomes new stories, memories, and laughter for you and your family.
The Rex House (circa 1850) was recently updated in 2018. Under the direction of, and with collaboration by, the US Department of the Interior and the Louisiana Department of Historic Preservation, the Rex House was designated as a contributing property of the Historic Beauregard Town District. Originally built as a 4 room one story home without a kitchen or bathrooms, the original home was expanded around 1910 to include a kitchen with Victorian accents.
Today the original 3 down stairs rooms and original wood floors are preserved for your enjoyment as well as the hand crafted stair case and two upstairs rooms including the graciously large master suite.
It is located just 7 min from LSU and walking distance to Downtown Baton Rouge's Dining, Entertainment and Nightlife this home has come back to life and welcomes new stories, memories, and laughter for you and your family.
The Rex House (circa 1850) was recently updated in 2018. Under the direction of, and with collaboration by, the US Department of the Interior and the Louisiana Department of Historic Preservation, the Rex House was designated as a contributing property of the Historic Beauregard Town District. Originally built as a 4 room one story home without a kitchen or bathrooms, the original home was expanded around 1910 to include a kitchen with Victorian accents.
Today the original 3 down stairs rooms and original wood floors are preserved for your enjoyment as well as the hand crafted stair case and two upstairs rooms including the graciously large master suite.
Property manager
Elyse deBenedetto
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Baton Rouge
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge, a neighborhood in Baton Rouge, is home to this vacation home. Raising Cane's River Center and The Old Governor's Mansion are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Capital One Tennis Center at City Park and LSU Ticket Office. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tiger Stadium or Bernie Moore Track Stadium. Motor boating, fishing, and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Baton Rouge, LA
What's nearby
- Belle of Baton Rouge Casino - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Raising Cane's River Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Louisiana State Capitol - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Louisiana State University - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
- Tiger Stadium - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min walk
- Sonic Drive-In - 7 min walk
- Poor Boy Lloyd's - 13 min walk
- Starbucks - 10 min walk
- Frostop - 4 min walk
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Reviews
10
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10/10
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jodean S.
Apr 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Came to bowl stayed for fun
Jodean S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melinda B.
Apr 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Wedding Weekend
Melinda B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robin M.
Apr 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING!!
Robin M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paula H.
Apr 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BR Downtown
Paula H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katie O.
Apr 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply awesome!
Katie O.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donald B.
Apr 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Donald B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Josh H.
Mar 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful old timey house
Josh H.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle B.
Mar 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bowling trip
Michelle B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy S.
Mar 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing and lovely
Jeremy S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lila M.
Mar 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Lila M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andy S.
Feb 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Apollo Ball Fun
Andy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
David C.
Jan 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Louisiana marathon weekend
David C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ileana E.
Dec 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy elegance in downtown
Ileana E.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
James N.
Dec 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Baton Rouge Wedding Party
James N.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Odell J.
Dec 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving with family
Odell J.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
James S.
Nov 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
James S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael J.
Nov 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bama vs LSU
Michael J.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kimberley R.
Nov 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beauregard Town
Kimberley R.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
ramona c.
Oct 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Softball Tournament
ramona c.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
JACin F.
Sep 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another outstanding stay in the books!
JACin F.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tricia D.
Sep 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Tricia D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
JACin F.
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Phenomenal home-exactly as described
JACin F.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy C.
Jul 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vice President
Jeremy C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Frankie | M.
Jul 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Frankie | M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Elyse deBenedetto
Both of our families live in the area. We both grew up in Baton Rouge and recently moved back from Houston in 2020. We generally like to greet our guest if time works for them. We love to entertain and meet new people.
Why they chose this property
I was working in Baton Rouge and found this old home and fell in love with it. It needed a ton of love. It took us 1.5 years to bring the old charm back to the house. We are very happy with the result.
What makes this property unique
It is walking distance to many attractions, bars and restaurants. During the remodel, we kept a lot of the old features original to the house. The bottom floor has 12' ceilings. We love sitting on the front porch swing. After publishing the house on FaceBook, we received a note from the great granddaughter of Deloris Rex. Deloris grew up in the house. The house was named the Rex House after this family.
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