Looping along the path of a former channel of the Mississippi River, the Bayou Teche Scenic Byway winds through south Louisiana's lush vegetation, alluring marshes teeming with wildlife, and hauntingly beautiful moss-draped oaks. Meander alongside the twists and turns of the Bayou Teche through lovely well-preserved historic districts and journey into the geographical heart of Acadiana to Main Street, Franklin Louisiana. Turn down the quiet streets lined with turn-of-the-century style iron light posts, through an alley of majestic oak trees and lush bamboo umbrella path to the timeless beauty of the Fairfax House, historically known as ''The Shady Retreat'' for over 150 years.