St. Francisville

3-V Tourist Courts

Six frame cabins built in 1938 that the National Register calls an extremely rare example of an early stage of the motel industry.

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3-V Tourist Courts — Z28scrambler / CC BY-SA 3.0

Built: 1938Constructed 1938 as six small frame rental cabins (NRHP nomination); period of significance 1938-1942.
Style: Craftsman-influenced
Type: Inn
Price: $
Credentials: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places

The story

Built in 1938, the 3 V Tourist Court is a row of six small Craftsman-influenced frame cabins, with a later manager’s house and three non-contributing units. The National Register listing calls it an extremely rare example of an early stage of the motel industry, between roadside tourist camps and modern motels. Its owners say the cabins have been renovated but keep many original fixtures.

Good to know

Breakfast: none
Address: St. Francisville, LA 70775

Sources (3)

https://npgallery.nps.gov/NRHP/GetAsset/NRHP/92001832_text
https://npgallery.nps.gov/AssetDetail/NRIS/92001832
https://www.themagnoliacafe.net/3v-tourist-courts

Last verified October 2026. Details change; confirm with the inn before you book.