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    • Meet Peter
    • Press
    • Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
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  • LA Historic Properties
    • Acadiana >
      • Rental: Ory Patout House
    • Southeast Louisiana >
      • 2615-2621 Chartres St.
      • Governor Nicholls
      • Rental: Creole Maisonette
      • Rental: Historic Cottage
  • MS HISTORIC PROPERTIES
    • Delta
    • Natchez >
      • Canemount (1851)
  • PERIOD ROOMS
    • Jacobean
    • Hacton
    • Greek Revival
    • Colonial
  • Blog
  • Past Properties
    • Maison Chenal / LaCour House /Holden Collection
    • Belmont Historic Inn
    • Mary Plantation
    • Bayside Plantation
    • The Galleries (c. 1869)
    • Loisel House (c. 1830)
    • Cold Spring Plantation
    • Fern Hill (c. 1904)
    • 3440 Coliseum Street (L-19th C)
    • Reymond House (1898)
    • 3441 Chestnut Street (L-19th C)
    • Maison Blanche
    • 2624-2626 Chartres St.
    • Crawford Plantation House (c. 1836)
    • Fonsylvania (c. 1825)
    • Dunleith Historic Inn
    • N. Roman
    • Grand Creole Cottage (c. 1828)
    • 1231 Chartres Street, Unit #1
    • Simien House (c. 1910)
    • Hubbs House (1803)
    • Trowbridge House (1840)
    • Lt. Gov. Dr. Paul Cyr House
    • 1002 Jackson #B
    • 911 St. Peter Street #6 (c. 1838)
    • The Blue House
    • Orange Cottage
    • Arabi Shotgun
    • McClure House
    • 231 N. Rampart Street #6
    • 2627-29 Chartres Street
    • Moss House (c. 1890)
    • Paradise Park (c. 1870)
    • 836 St Peter Street, #5
    • Wetherbee House (late-19th c)
    • 825 Smith Drive
    • 1127 Decatur Street, Apt C
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Natchez Celebrates the Blooms - July 2021

6/29/2021

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NATCHEZ IS A MUST VISIT IN JULY
BOOK YOUR STAY NOW
Dedicated Natchez master gardeners and citizens have long invested in the town's natural beauty and each July brings a full-on show with thousands of crepe myrtle trees reaching peak bloom season. 
SCROLL FOR BLOOM MAPS!
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I'm a longtime fan of the architecture and genuine hospitality Natchez offers. But in July of 2018, I was completely caught off-guard. I was stunned by the intense array of blooms! So, I asked around to understand how this happened,  and a  planned effort came clear. In addition to the ongoing commitment of its citizenry, Sallie Ballard, the architect of 2000 for 2000, funded planting of well over 2000 crepe myrtles for the millennium! ​
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Photo by Jane Gardner
Instantly, I thought there needed to be a festival to draw attention to the extraordinary beauty of Natchez. And with plenty of help, I founded it!  We met with Visit Natchez, the Chamber of Commerce, Master Gardeners and other Crepe Myrtle fans.

In 2019, we held the Natchez International Crepe Myrtle Festival.  We had speakers and social events, and visitors were drawn to Natchez to Celebrate the Blooms.  We honored Sallie Ballard, who sadly passed away in 2017.  Everyone had a fantastic experience!   
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I'm proud of what we accomplished in 2019 and to keep interest alive for 2020 & this year, Master Gardeners created self-guided map tours. We've particularly leaned upon our Crepe Myrtle Archivist, Elaine Gemmell. (Yes, she has archives!).

The results: a Sip & See Stroll, a downtown walking tour (worthy of 2-3 visits) along the open container route with reliable watering holes, fantastic restaurants, shops, and there're live music opportunities. The Bloom Drive takes you beyond downtown to include top area gardens, and I never tire of touring the Natchez City Cemetery's grounds, established in 1822 with over 500 Crepe Myrtles on-site.  It's breathtaking! 

I've already planned by trip with a few friends. We'll motor upriver in a couple weeks for 2 nights, and you bet, we'll take in all the beauty and deliciousness that Natchez represents. I encourage you to do the same. 
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FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM: 
AND 
ONLINE AT VISITNATCHEZ.COM/EVENTS

FOR UPDATES:
​Special Cocktails & Other Delights
@NatchezCelebratestheBlooms
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BLOOM MAPS!
SCROLL TO BOTTOM FOR ONLINE MAPS
​PRINTED MAPS AVAILABLE SOON AT AREA NATCHEZ BUSINESSES:

SIP & SEE STROLL, BLOOM DRIVE, NATCHEZ CITY CEMETERY ​
Thank you Sponsors! 
Visit Natchez
Peter Patout/Talbot Historic Properties
Country Roads Magazine
Ellen C. English

United Mississippi Bank ●  G. Douglas Adams Photography
Donna Ballard Masselli in honor of Sallie Ballard

Adams County Master Gardeners ● Monmouth Historic Inn,
Crye-Leike Stedman Realtors
Sip & See Stroll Map
Bloom Drive Map
Natchez City Cemetery Map
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INTRODUCING FAIRFAX!

3/13/2021

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I am excited to offer Fairfax, an Elegant Colonial Revival Mansion
This Income Producing B & B Sits in a Grove of Ancient Oaks 
 Facing Bayou Teche, Franklin, LA

CLICK HERE TO SEE MORE 
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Why Hire a Historic Property Specialist...I love my clients!

8/27/2020

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Hubbs House
is SOLD!




a letter from a client


Dear Peter,

I haven't heard from the Clinton resident who talked to you about representation. She is welcome to call me to discuss the advantages of choosing Peter Patout as her listing agent. An agent who specializes in houses of all types in a region will not be as effective in selling a historic home as a firm that specializes in historic homes. 
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"An agent who specializes
in houses
of all types in a region
will not be as effective
in selling a historic home
as a firm that specializes
in historic homes."



When my father decided to put Hubbs House on the market my husband, Hal, & I recommended to him that he list the property with you. Though Hal has been a broker for over 2 decades, and I have been a licensed agent for about 15 years, our brokerage does not have the "historic home" specialty that you have cultivated in your shop. We knew that your clientele is rich with people interested in the preservation of historic homes and it was no surprise at all that the offer we accepted came from a client of an agent within your brokerage. That is just evidence of the pack you run with!
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​​We were so pleased
​with the care you gave Hubbs House on your website. You spent time with my dad collecting information about the historical nature of the property. Dad told you the history and gave you old family photos that you used to build the Hubbs House
​page of your website. 

Mom and Dad were so pleased to see it all in print on the web. All the details we thought were important to the charm of Hubbs House are included in your writeup and our family photos of the house became part of the story you tell to prospective buyers. The website is first class and I believe that our buyer used that resource in making the decision to place an offer. ​
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"We anticipated that it
might take 2 years
to sell Hubbs House
to the right buyer.

We are all so happy to have
had an acceptable offer
within about 8 months."
 

We could have sold the property (with no value for the house) to a neighbor who thought it best to bulldoze the historic home and build several new homes on the property, but we wanted better for Hubbs House. We could not be more pleased with our choice to list Hubbs House with Peter Patout!
Thank you, Peter, for the good work you do. Your passion for this type of listing is unique in our industry and you play a much needed roll in the preservation of Louisiana's fragile historic architectural fabric.

Best regards,

L.N.F. 
A licensed Louisiana real estate broker
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NATCHEZ CELEBRATES THE BLOOMS! - UpdateD!

7/10/2020

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​The city is awash in blooms! Here's how to experience Natchez now! 
Photo Credit: G. Douglas Adams
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Last year year, I founded the Natchez International Crepe Myrtle Festival because the extraordinary Crepe Myrtle Blooms of Natchez are worth celebrating! While there’s not a festival with speakers this year, our Committee members have created a perfect experience to Celebrate the Blooms!

There's three self-guided free tours have been developed by Crepe Myrtle Historian and Committee member, Elaine Gemmell:
  • Bloom Drive - A Driving Tour that takes in top blooming area trees 
  • Historic Natchez City Cemetery - Established in 1822 and it's breathtaking! Drive or walk and see over 490 trees. 
  • Downtown Walking Tour - Sip & See the largest concentration of trees in the city. Route includes the city's Go-Cup district.
Further, Mayor Darryl Grennell assures us that Natchez is open! Self-guided tours offer visitors a highly enjoyable way to explore Natchez and respect the need for low contact forms of entertainment. We encourage visitors to observe social distancing and to please be respectful by wearing a mask when entering businesses. 
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10,000 Blooming
Trees & Counting!

self-guided bloom tours

​So here's a summer sightseeing trip idea: take in some of the loveliness and deliciousness that Natchez offers and experience the city in a low contact manner! 

Rita Tebbetts tells us the trees are still moving towards peak season and that the blooms should be pretty possibly even into August!
"Of course, mother nature didn't get the Co-Vid memo. Come to Natchez to take in the show.  the beauties won't mind a bit if you want to snap a few photos to share with friends.  You'll need evidence anyway to prove to doubters what you will witness. 

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​The best photos are probably done from a distance, but these trees won't mind if you want to move in close. I don't think they will be taking social distancing too seriously," Tebbetts said.


​Take in the magnificent architecture of Natchez!

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FREE MAPS! 
In addition to digital downloads at
 VisitNatchez.org/events


Self-guided bloom tour maps are available:
Fat Mama's Tamales 
Rolling N' The Dough
Regina’s Kitchen
Natchez Brewing Company
Biscuits & Blues
The Guest House
Natchez Coffee Company
Natchez Grand Hotel
100 Main
Pearl Street Pasta
Silver Street Gifts 
Natchez Convention Center 

Photo Credit: Ben Hillyer

FOR UPDATES: 
Natchez Celebrates the Blooms FB event page
and VisitNatchez.Org/Events
#NatchezCelebratestheBlooms

SUCCESSFUL DEBUT
 See 2019 News Stories & Details
On Press Page:

https://www.peterpatout.com/press.html
Scroll down the page to read about last year's event. 
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Through Their Eyes: When a FAmous Writer & Top Photographer Visit

5/21/2020

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Sara & Paul Costello experience Maison Chenal

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IN FULL BLOOM!
From the Maison Chenal Estate
photos courtesy of Paul Costello
Just this weekend, writer & interior decorator Sara Ruffin Costello and her husband and photographer Paul Costello visited my Maison Chenal listing. It was an exquisite outing as so much was in full bloom.

The parterre gardens and ancient oaks add much to the 18th century French Creole setting. ​ See my listing here!
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Paul generously agreed to share his photos! You might also enjoy Sara's and Paul's instagram posts as their friends excitedly chimed in desirous of purchasing the estate, with lots of entertaining ideas to celebrate together.

I've received a few property queries since. The tranquil setting inspires!
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See my Maison Chenal listing 
to learn more about this incredible property 

18TH CENTURY LOUISIANA
FRENCH CREOLE PROPERTY & HISTORIC COLLECTION 
The tout ensemble:
MAISON CHENAL (c. 1790), LACOUR HOUSE (c. 1750)
along with their historic dependencies
THE HOLDEN COLLECTION: 
the world’s premier collection of Louisiana French Creole and Acadian architecture, art, decorative arts, and furniture comprising 1,400 items that were made in or used in Louisiana from the early 1700’s - the 1830’s 
75 ACRES: 
Historically researched gardens, mature landscape with ancient Live Oaks and access to False River
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MY LISTINGS ARE NEWS: HUBBS HOUSE FEATURED IN SUNDAY PAPER!

5/4/2020

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What a delightful morning to wake up and see Hubbs House as the featured home in Sunday's paper!

While the story isn't available with the online news edition, I hope these photos are  legible...."This listing would make such a charming and rustic getaway from the hustle & bustle of the city," and I couldn't agree more! Here's the link to more Hubbs House details. Please also reach out to me to learn more. 
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The Magic of Springtime at Maison Chenal & LaCour House

4/2/2020

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LOUISIANA'S EARLIEST HISTORY IS ALIVE HERE!
A World-Class 18th Century Property
Ancient Oaks, Parterre Gardens, Pieux Fence...Enjoy the beautiful overview of this wonderful estate. 
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SEE MORE FLOWERS & PASTORAL SCENERY ON
THE FRIENDS OF MAISON CHENAL FACEBOOK PAGE

Learn about the effort to save Maison Chenal for Future Generations


Video: A Small Glimpse of the
Maison Chenal / LaCour House Estate
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LaCour House, c. 1750 
Learn the Story
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LaCour House Truss Work
​It's Phenomenal!

One of the oldest structures in the lower Mississippi Valley.

From the FRIENDS OF MAISON CHENAL Facebook Page
See my listing for all the details:
www.peterpatout.com/maisonchenal.html

CONSULT WITH PETER
I am on a mission to save historic properties and
 would be honored to list yours, or help you find an exceptional offering. 
PLEASE SEE THE FORM AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE TO CONTACT ME.

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Festival Cancelled for 2020 - Self Guided Tours Offered instead - see June 26, 2020 post

4/2/2020

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BLOOM ALERT! SAVE THE DATE!
Natchez International Crepe Myrtle Festival! 

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​JOIN US DOWNTOWN!

​High on the Bluff with
​ an Afternoon Breeze
 

Celebrate the Blooms!
NATCHEZ INTERNATIONAL CREPE MYRTLE FESTIVAL
July 10-11, 2020
Social events | Informative Talks | Self-Guided Bloom Tour | 
Cocktails Under the Blooms

You will want to stay overnight - All Events Downtown
Bring your Friends!  Book your Room!
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It needed to happen! Natchez in full-bloom is sublime!

I founded the event last year, our first year, and along with the help of dedicated Master Gardeners and other volunteers, this Festival came to life. We also honored the memory of Sally Ballard, who planted 2,000 Crepe Myrtles in the year 2000! Natchez has a long history of citizens committed to the beautification of the town - and it shows! This celebration amongst the blooms is a wonderful respite. Read about our 
SUCCESSFUL DEBUT that story is located on the Press page of this site: scroll down the page to view. ​
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​Updates Posted Soon:
VisitNatchez.com/Events


Take in the Architecture

Fantastic Southern Cuisine

More than 10,000 Trees & Counting

Have you seen Natchez
in full bloom?

It's Exquisite to Behold!

No other city can boast the extraordinary display of
Crepe Myrtles blooming like Natchez, Mississippi. ​
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Photo by G. Douglas Adams
Natchez is filled with incredible real estate opportunities and is a wonderful place to live and celebrate! Many architectural gems are available and it's a buyers market. If you are interested in learning about Natchez area historic properties to buy, or if you want to sell, please call me on my cell phone: 504.481.4790. 
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My Listings are National News!

4/1/2020

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New HGTV Show FEATURES MY LISTING:
​Selling in the Big Easy!

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SELLING THE BIG EASY

EPISODE 4 FEATURES 
​
PARADISE PARK HOME!
SHOW DEBUTS: FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 9pm | 8c
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PARADISE PARK 
EPISODE AIRS: 

FRIDAY
Apr 17, 9pm, 8c 

SATURDAY 
Apr 18, 12am, 11c 

FRIDAY
Apr 24, 9:30pm, 8:30c 

SATURDAY
 Apr 25, 12:30am, 11:30c


See the Paradise Park listing on my website
HISTORIC HOME
INCOME-PRODUCING
​COMMERCIALLY ZONED

FULLY FURNISHED HOME WITH CLASSIC ANTIQUES
5 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS, POOL
​LEGAL SHORT TERM RENTAL
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National Publication Features 2 of my Listings!

3/30/2020

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Each week, a half million readers look to The Week for news &
cultural content in this printed publication that's also available digitally. 

Thrilled to be included!
TWO OF MY PROPERTIES ARE FEATURED 
6 charming homes in Louisiana
It doesn't hurt to look!
February 29, 2020

The Maison Chenal / LaCour House Estate & 
Paradise Park Properties are Showcased​
SEE THE MAISON CHENAL / LACOUR HOUSE 
ESTATE ON MY WEBSITE:
18TH CENTURY LOUISIANA
FRENCH CREOLE PROPERTY & HISTORIC COLLECTION 

The tout ensemble:
MAISON CHENAL (c. 1790), LACOUR HOUSE (c. 1750),
along with their historic dependencies
THE HOLDEN COLLECTION: 

the world’s premier collection of Louisiana French Creole and Acadian
architecture, art, decorative arts, and furniture comprising 1,400 items
that were made in or used in Louisiana from the early 1700’s - the 1830’s 

75 ACRES: 
Historically researched gardens, mature landscape
with ancient Live Oaks and access to False River

CLICK TO VISIT PARADISE PARK PROPERTY 
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Licensed in the State of Louisiana and Mississippi
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