The Burn’s History | Natchez, MS

OUR HISTORY

The Burn is one of Natchez’s most significant purely Greek Revival homes. The outstanding architecture, antique 19^th century furnishings, high style décor, landscaped gardens and fascinating history are just a few of the things that make the Burn so prominent and distinctive.

The Burn was built in 1834 to be the residence of John P and Sarah Walworth. Mr. Walworth was a wealthy planter, merchant, banker, and politician. The Burn is the earliest documented Greek Revival residence in Natchez, Mississippi. Listed on the National Register of Historic places in 1979, the Burn was built on a knoll to the north of the old town area of Natchez and was originally approximately 100 acres. The Burn is a one and a half story Greek Revival, double -pile central hall plan building of frame construction upon a full open brick basement making it 3 stories. The Façade faces east and has five windows, a welcoming deep front gallery with a pedimented portico supported by four fluted Doric Columns and framed by a Grecian frieze. A long circular driveway to the front door borders the expansive front green lawn shaded with over 100-year-old Oaks and Cedars. The home is known for its lovely, terraced gardens of Camellias, azaleas, gardenias, specimen trees including the rare and beautiful Cunningham Firs or Monkey Puzzle trees and its Partier Garden. The Walworth family once had an English Gardener to help lay out and tend to their lovely gardens.

The Burn played a crucial part in the occupation of Natchez during the Civil War with The Burn being in the confines of the Union Fort McPherson. It was the headquarters of the engineering department and signs of the occupation remain.

The Walworth family after the war still played a role in the history of Natchez by their participation as editor of the newspaper, The Democrat as well as well-known published writers and outstanding citizens. Generations of the Walworth family lived in The Burn for over 100 years.

Hospitality has been at the heart of The Burn for generations. It is one of the early show houses of the Natchez Pilgrimage, serving as a gathering place for events, hosting tourists and distinguished visitors to Natchez and as a recognized top Bed and Breakfast in the city for the past 30 years. Today, The Burn continues to be a center of hospitality and entertainment. Showcased for its beautiful Greek Revival architecture, high style décor and gardens let The Burn show you why our citizens say a visit to Natchez, Mississippi, feels like coming home.

Historic Inn — Natchez, MS — The Burn Luxury Inn

LOCATED IN NATCHEZ, MS

With five comfortable rooms filled with history, The Burn Luxury Inn offers more to our guests than a traditional bed and breakfast. Visitors enjoy the best of both worlds: an intimate setting where guests are treated like family and detached rooms for those who value privacy.

We can accommodate large groups. Several of our rooms sleep three or more. If you are looking for a truly authentic southern experience with all the additional amenities of a large hotel, make The Burn your hotel in Natchez.

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO ENJOY YOUR STAY

We offer tours daily to all of our guests, served with plenty of wine and hospitality. As the full splendor of this three-story mansion reveals itself to you, it will be easy for you to imagine the full scope of Natchez in its peak.

We also participate in the Spring Pilgrimage.

Morning risers can enjoy our Southern breakfast. Our menu changes weekly, but you can expect a delicious meal of eggs, biscuits, bacon, sausage, and fruit. Our grits are so good they’ve turned hardcore grit opponents into lifelong fans. We also have specialty dishes such as French toast or another specialty item breakfast delicacy.

No more prominent Natchez hotel offers amenities as first-rate as ours here at The Burn. Floating in our swimming pool, surrounded by aged brick, weathered statues, and structural boxwoods, your cares will nearly melt away. Wandering through our two-acre estate garden, sprinkled with over 102 cataloged camellias, they most certainly will.

RECREATING HISTORY IN STYLE

Here at The Burn, we pride ourselves in faithfully recreating history while offering it with the comforts of today. All of our rooms are meticulously designed to match the home in its entire historical splendor. From the flooring to the finest antiques to the period mantles, The Burn is living history.

As a cozy Natchez hotel, comfort is our number one priority. You will find high thread count sheets and pillowcases of the finest Egyptian cotton on all of our beds, complete with down pillows and comforters. Guests adore our pillow-topped mattresses; they will have you dreaming the night away. And in each bathroom, you’ll find our hand-milled glycerin soap made exclusively for The Burn. Luxuries you have come to expect from a large hotel in an intimate, bed and breakfast setting. The Burn: a lovely small hotel in Natchez!

PILGRIMAGE: A TALE OF OLD NATCHEZ

The Burn doesn’t just have a story. It has an entire novel. Louise Willbourn Collier’s Pilgrimage: A Tale of Old Natchez is set in the time between 1830 and 1930, following the brave journey of the Walworth family through prosperity, war, struggle, and triumph. Copies are on sale at our home year-round in each room. We know you’ll enjoy this trip through the past of the very home you are staying in.

Deposit and Cancellation Policy

All rates are based on single or double occupancy and are subject to MS room tax of 10%. Additional occupancy is $30/person. Cancellations or modifications require at least (7) days advance notice. A rain-check may be issued for cancellations made within (7) days. A non-refundable deposit of $25 is due on the date of booking.