Madewood Plantation House

Madewood Plantation House is a mansion featuring six Ionic columns across its front facade that lead to a broad entablature with a gabled roof at the center. The building stands on expansive grounds and now operates as an overnight accommodation with historical character.

Planter Thomas Pugh commissioned architect Henry Howard to build this residence in 1846 near Bayou Lafourche. During the Civil War, Union forces converted the grounds into a medical facility for treating wounded soldiers.

The interior displays carefully crafted cypress woodwork painted to mimic marble, oak, and other decorative materials as was typical in homes built before the Civil War.

The house is best visited during daytime to fully appreciate the architectural details and painted woodwork inside. The location sits two miles east of Napoleonville and is easily accessible by car.

The house was built on an estate that originally encompassed around 10,000 acres of sugarcane land, making it one of the largest in the region. Today visitors can stay overnight in the remaining structures and experience life from that era.

Location: Louisiana

Architects: Henry Howard

Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 29.92583,-90.99417

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:41