Stunning Greek Revival Home with Historic Charm in Prime Garden District
Built in 1898, The Byrnes House, a classic Greek Revival home nestled in the Garden District, showcases timeless architectural grandeur with fluted Doric Columns in a double gallery, a Grape leaf and bow frieze, small pediment, and a triglyph entablature adorned with large dental molding. Step inside to discover awe-inspiring 13 ft ceilings, expansive windows, plaster medallions, and grand pocket doors, all thoughtfully renovated and equipped with modern conveniences for an unparalleled living experience.
Situated in the coveted Lower Garden District, The Byrnes House boasts an unbeatable location, crowned #1 on the Utne Reader’s list of the Hippest neighborhoods in the US. Surround yourself with an array of captivating restaurants, bars, antique stores, and unique shops, immersing yourself in the vibrant allure of this fascinating neighborhood. The Saint Charles Ave streetcar awaits just one block away, whisking you on a short ride to an array of New Orleans’ treasures, including the Warehouse District, French Quarter, Canal Street, the River Walk, Mid-City, City Park, Museums, Universities, Audubon Park, and everything that makes New Orleans great. And let’s not forget, the exhilarating Mardi Gras parades pass by just one block away on St. Charles Ave.
This storied historic building once housed three generations of accomplished men from the Byrnes family. Col. William H. Byrnes, born in Ireland in 1845, immigrated to America as a boy and rose to the presidency of the Hibernia Fire Insurance Co. His remarkable journey earned him the rank of Colonel on the military staffs of five successive governors of Louisiana. His son, William H. Byrnes, Jr., served as a Louisiana Senator, contributing to the establishment of Loyola University of New Orleans through legislation. Continuing the family legacy, William H. Byrnes, III, attained the esteemed position of Chief Judge of the Louisiana 4th Circuit Court of Appeal, leaving an indelible mark on the state’s judicial landscape.