c.1840 Historic The Dautreuil House in Louisiana $149K

Located on a corner lot, The Dautreuil House is a three bedroom, two bath, single-story brick home with Creole and Greek Revival elements. It has had a rear addition and new front porch, but the house, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has kept the bulk of its 1840 character. It features a central hall with two rooms on each side and has a steep staircase to upstairs. For Find-A-Grave buffs, a cemetery is across the street from the house.

517 E Bridge St, Saint Martinville, LA 70582

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The Dautreuil House is in Saint Martinville, a city located in St. Martin Parish. It is situated on the banks of the Bayou Teche, approximately 10 miles southeast of Lafayette.

Saint Martinville is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. It is one of the oldest communities in Louisiana, having been founded in 1765. The city is named after St. Martin of Tours, the patron saint of France.

One of the notable attractions in Saint Martinville is the historic St. Martin de Tours Catholic Church, which was built in 1836 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The church is known for its beautiful architecture and is a significant religious and cultural landmark in the area.

Another popular site in Saint Martinville is the Evangeline Oak, which is believed to be more than 350 years old. The oak tree is associated with the legend of Evangeline, a poem written by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. The poem tells the story of Acadian lovers who were separated during the Expulsion of the Acadians in the 18th century.

The city also hosts the annual Acadian Festival, a celebration of Acadian heritage and culture. The festival features music, food, crafts, and other activities that highlight the traditions of the area.

It is believed to be the home of Louis Dautreuil (1791-1852). He married Marie LeLeu in 1913, but she died in 1839. He then married Marie Cormier in 1839. Dautreuil was the father ofFather of Marguerite Eulalie (Dautreuil) Hutchings, Louis Dautreuil Jr., Felix Dautreuil, Louis Drauzin Dautreuil, Jean-Baptiste Dautreuil, Marie Aurore (Dautreuil) Bertrand and Emilie (Dautreuil) Hanes.

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