About Us
Jim & Jeannie Lalumondiere
Byrnesville, Missouri, United States
Jim and I began our dream of a lifetime some 46 years ago when we purchased the old Byrnesville Mill near House Springs. It was our desire to save the building; create home; raise our four children; and enjoy retirement here along the lazy Big River that flows beneath our house. This magnificent building was saved, the children raised in their life long home and now we enjoy the fruits of our labor as we sit and watch the lazy river flow past. It is our great pleasure to share the beauty of our surroundings with others.
About The Lalumondiere
Along the Big River in Jefferson County, not far from St. Louis, sits a secret delight. Traveling across the bridge, in the town of Byrnesville, your eye is drawn upriver to a scenic dam & waterfall where you catch a glimpse of flowers hanging from a 3 story structure presiding over the rivers' edge. You have discovered the historic Byrnesville Mill.
As you wend you way through the open breezeway you feel your senses awaken to the sound of rolling and tumbling water, a perfect backdrop to the sight of multi-level patios, fish ponds, and flower gardens.
Described as intimate, nostalgic, unpretentious, and with eclectic charm, the mill home itself - as well as it's transformation to a one-of-a-kind venue for events & weddings - are some of Jim and Jeannie Lalumondiere's proudest achievements, and reasonably so.
Qualities of love and ingenuity, the belief in preservation and an abiding respect for nature have transformed the Byrnesville Mill into what is today knows as.....The Lalumondiere.
History
Once a grist mill owned by Patrick Byrne, the Byrnesville mill was the center of commerce for the young town of Byrnesville, Mo. from the mid 1800's and into the 20th century. The town was also home to a grocer, dance hall, blacksmith, post office and several taverns, but it was the mill that put it on the map and drew farmers and families together.
In 1974 the Lalumondiere's rescued the mill from decades of neglect. After securing the foundation, they blended their time raising children with the ongoing creation of their beautiful mill home and gardens.
As the years have progressed, their desire to share their special spot with others has brought about the creation of The Lalumondiere Mill & Rivergardens, an outdoor venue and B&B Homestay site now offered to the public.
It is an opportunity for others to create memories of their own - of weddings and laughter, music and dancing, quiet retreats, family reunions, or corporate meetings away from the boardroom. This wonderful landscape of opportunity can be shaped to fit your own special needs or desires.
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Photo Sessions
The Lalumondiere is primarily our home. We receive many requests for personal photos to be done on our property.
Our policy going forward is $75 per hour/2 hours minimum on the first Sunday of every month by appointment.
Photos are allowed on the bridge and in the grove across river from our home. No photos allowed around the house proper or our patios.
The Lalumondiere Mill & Rivergardens
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A Unique Chambre D'hote
Full package would include
Lodging Accommodations for two in the Garden Suite
Use of the Lalumondiere Mill & Rivergardens for our lodger's friends and family for any five hour period during their stay.
Three advance hours provided prior to event for dressing, photos, set up, etc.
Lighted dance floor
Outdoor bar area
Outdoor lighting of torches and twinkle lights throughout the property.
Electrical hookup for music or iPod/Mobile devices. Charging station for all.
Five speaker sound system in patio/dance floor area
Two speaker sound system at ceremony site
Wireless microphone system
Fans, patio heaters and/or large fire pit with wood available for use.
Use of various amenities such as refrigeration/storage/golf cart/easels and more
~~~Package includes engagement photo session for client.~~~
Maximum guest allowance is 150
10:30 is the latest end time
$5000 for 2020 Season
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~PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR AVAILABLE DATES~
Note: The Lalumondiere has no rain contingency
Email us now to arrange a site visit
The Lalumondiere Mill & Rivergardens
Jeannie Lalumondiere - Owner
Email: thelalumondiere@gmail.com
(Preferred contact method)
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West from St Louis on Highway 44, exit at Eureka onto Highway 109.
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Turn left under 44 to go South on 109.
After 2.5 miles, turn left at T intersection onto Route W.
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After 5.3 miles, turn right onto Byrnesville Road.
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After 3.5 miles, Byrnesville Road turns sharply to the right and the road to The Lalumondiere is immediately on your left.
Watch for the black and white street sign indicating
"OLD BYRNESVILLE RD." on your left.
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Turn left at this point in front of the beige & green house with the long porch and large round window. Continue down the road to the marked parking area.
Follow signs for I-255 S/US-50 W/St Louis Co.
and merge onto I-255 W/US-50 W
Continue onto I-270 N
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Take exit 3 for MO-30/Gravois Rd (for 17 miles)
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Take a right turn on Highway "W" in House Springs.
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In 1.5 miles turn left onto Byrnesville Rd.
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After 3.5 miles, Byrnesville Road turns sharply to the right and the road toThe Lalumondiere is immediately on your left.
Watch for the black and white street sign indicating
"OLD BYRNESVILLE RD." on your left.
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Turn left at this point in front of the beige & green house with the long porch and large round window. Continue down the road to the marked parking area.
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Exit from 270 onto Highway 30 heading south
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Follow Highway 30 for 14 miles
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Turn right Gravois Rd. (follow the dog leg to the left)
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(at this point Google will tell you to veer left onto 'Irish Lane'. This is an error. Continue straight on South Byrnesville and cross the river to the next left)
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In 2 miles turn left onto Byrnesville Rd.
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Make the next immediate left onto Old Byrnesville Rd.
Watch for the black and white street sign indicating
"OLD BYRNESVILLE RD." on your left.
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Turn left at this point in front of the beige & green house with the long porch and large round window. Continue down the road to the marked parking area.
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If you require assistance call Jeannie
@ 314-707-2725
Please note that GPS does not always provide correct information.
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