Welcome to your downtown hideaway—an effortlessly stylish and spacious penthouse tucked inside one of Lafayette’s historic gems. This open-concept retreat blends old-world charm with modern comfort, making it the perfect home base for both quick getaways and extended stays. Walk to award-winning restaurants, buzzing bars, local cafés, art galleries, and museums. Festival International? You’re front and center. Stocked commercial kitchen, garden tub & more.
The Old Guaranty Bank building, located at 500 Jefferson Street in Lafayette, LA, was constructed in 1905 and served as the Bank of Lafayette. It's a historically significant building, notable for its Colonial Revival architecture with domed pavilion entrance and ornate details. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. It has been transformed into a wedding and event venue called "The Jefferson."
It's currently home to The Jefferson Event Venue & Ton's Restaurant downstairs... and 5 apartments upstairs, including the large corner Penthouse that overlooks the corner of Jefferson & Congress from it's dome. The apartments are a mix of short term rentals and permanent residents.
There is gated parking in the rear of the building, located on the corner of Buchanan St & Congress St. Each apartment is allotted 2 parking spots. Overflow parking is located in the open parking lot next to Ton's Restaurant. It can be found by putting 516 Jefferson St in the GPS.
You will be allotted 2 parking spots in the gated area for your vehicles. You will also have the entire apartment completely to yourself. There are some common areas - mainly the parking lot, stairs & hallway in between the apartment.
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This property is upstairs in a historic building that requires climbing stairs. There is no elevator available for this building.
It's also located in the center of downtown Lafayette, LA over Ton's Restaurant & The Jefferson Event Venue. Nights can be noisy at times, especially on weekends. This is not the spot for light sleepers, but we do provide a sound machine & ear plugs. It's a great spot for guests of weddings & events downstairs. Feel free to message for more info about weekend events.
