thought of all the details in customer comfort and satisfaction. From the linen spray that gives you that wonderful scent of lavender when you lay your head down on the pillow, to the black face towels so you don’t have to worry about damaging the towels with makeup, to the variety of amazing food. They’ve got it.”
Vicki Hodges, a former Paris resident, remembered the old house and was glad to try the B and B last fall, while attending a high school reunion.
“It’s in really good repair. It’s well furnished. It’s delightful to walk into and they have kept a lot of the charm, and everything is updated. Homemade chocolates, fresh ice, soft drinks and water on the tray for us when we came in, were some of the thoughtful details.
“The sisters are both really interesting,” Vicki said.” They were so friendly and attentive but not intrusive. We won’t stay anywhere else.”
A two-story Victorian, the Old Magnolia House features original stained glass, Victorian antiques, sumptuous Southern breakfast, luxuriously comfortable guest rooms.
It’s one of the few homes that survived the fire of 1916 in Paris. It was built in 1871 by the B.F. Ledger family, with an L etched in the beveled glass on the front door. Some guests think Mrs. Ledger still visits the home, and have attributed a few unexplained events to “Mrs. L.”
A few guests have reported seeing a shadowy female form in one of the rooms at night. But don’t fear if you are not a fan of the supernatural. “If there is a presence here, it is a friendly one,” says Debbie.
The Convention and Visitors Bureau appreciates its contribution to Paris’ list of attractions.
“It has the charm of the 1800s, but is complete wi th the mode rn conveniences guests expect,” says Becky Semple, tourism director. “It has proven to be a great get-away for a romantic weekend or just for relaxing amidst real Southern Hospitality. Paul Harvey described Paris as “where yesterday fell in love with tomorrow and together they lived happily ever after. The Old Magnolia House is one of the treasures that make that statement true.”
While you are here, you will enjoy Paris’ antiquing in town, visiting the museums and historic landmarks, including the Eiffel tower, community theater productions and more.
The Paris Art Festival on the Saturday of Mother’s Day Weekend , features professional artists from several states. Held at the Love Civic Center, it includes crafts booths, continuous entertainment, food booths and a children’s corner. Call 903-785-5221. If you schedule your visit the first Sunday in December, you can enjoy the holiday home tour and holiday festivities at Bywaters Park and the Red River Valley Fairgrounds.
The Old Magnolia House also offers group teas, which are perfect for ladies groups who appreciate a special tea in a historic venue; as well as luncheons and dinners. Call 903-739-8600 for details or visit
www.oldmagnoliahousebandb.com.
Stephanie Miller is a marketing professional and fan of tea who enjoys visiting North Texas tearooms for Tea in Texas. She enjoys gardening, and spends her free time watching her children play sports and perform in youth theater. Her interests include needlepoint, antiquing, volunteer work and, most of all, spending time with her family and yellow lab.
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