About Louisa's Porch
The Louisa J. Thompson House, built in 1906, is just one of more than 600 protected structures in the Montford Historic District. The home is named for the widow that lived in the house from 1913 through 1945. Legend has it that neighbor ladies often gathered on Louisa's Porch to talk about local news, exchange recipes and complain about the men folk.
As a part of your stay, you will enjoy a delicious breakfast in the sunny and cheerful dining room. Often, the timing of breakfast can be set to individual schedules and dietary restrictions and choice are almost always accommodated.
Healthy living is a part of your visit. Local fresh produce is used for meal preparation whenever possible. All areas of Louisa's Porch are non-smoking including front porch, deck and grounds. There are ample opportunities for walking into downtown, exploring the old homes in this historic neighborhood or hiking in nearby parks and mountain areas.
While visiting Louisa's Porch, we ask you to join us in treading lightly on the planet. Green living requires us to provide soap, shampoo and conditioners to you in bulk rather than small, landfill-unfriendly plastic containers. Sheets and towels are laundered with high efficiency, low energy equipment using only fragrance-free detergents and softeners.
Heating and cooling is provided by an energy efficient geo-thermal heat pump utilizing the earth's constant temperature 300 feet beneath the back yard. Ceiling fans on the upper level further increase efficiency, as well as adding ambience. Most lighting is by compact florescent or low-voltage lighting. Waste generated during your visit will be recycled to the maximum extent possible. Waste water is minimized by use of dual-flush toilets. Water conservation is encouraged; guests may choose to have fresh towels daily or not.