2023 Esplanade Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70116
Tel: 504-942-7048 | Fax: 504-947-9382

Karma Mechling Ashton & Patrick Ashton, Innkeepers
Toll Free: 800-725-4131
E-mail: ashtonsbb@bellsouth.net | Reservations Request | Rates & Room Descriptions

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Ashton's Mechling Bed & Breakfast, located in the charming Esplanade Historic District, close to the French Quarter, City Park, and the Fair Grounds, offers Southern hospitality from a bygone era. Since Keith and Claudine Mechling started the Mechling's Guest House in 1989, it has hosted many guests from around the world. When the Mechling's retired, their daughter, Karma, and her husband Patrick Ashton became the second generation to offer gracious accommodations in the classic New Orleans style.

This center-hall Creole style Greek revival mansion was completed in 1861, just before the outbreak of the Civil War. As you enter through the arched wrought-iron gate, you are surrounded by lush greenery, and welcomed onto the large front veranda. Inside the main house, fifteen foot ceilings, key doorways, spacious rooms, and fine furnishings tell you this is no ordinary house. You can enjoy relaxing in the beautiful parlor, with its original carved marble mantel and magnificent chandelier; or wander the gardens and discover the majestic ancient oak tree that dominates the rear yard.

There are four guest rooms in the main house, and four rooms soon to be opened in the rear service wing. Be sure to get a tour of these rooms which include an old wine cellar and original kitchen with an cooking hearth fireplace. All rooms are large, with private baths, phone (with modem port and voice mail), color cable TV, individual climate control (central Heat & A/C), marble mantles, ceiling fans, robes, and sitting areas.

Don't forget...the second "B" stands for Breakfast. A full gourmet breakfast is included, with your choice of fresh fruit, baked goodies, pastries, and delicious Southern or Creole specialties. One or both of the Ashton's is always available to assist with suggested activities, restaurant recommendations/reservations, and anything else to make your visit a one-of-a-kind experience.

  Room Descriptions

Pontalba - Light streams in from the many tall windows in this room. Features a black iron Queen bed, and a unique "European style" bathroom with antique claw-foot tub (hand-held shower). French doors open into the side garden with fountain. Decorations include special mementoes of the three years Karma & Patrick lived in the Pontalba buildings on Jackson Square. Capacity two people. $149 per night*

Bienville - This less formal room features a Shaker Queen bed and antique hand-carved bench at the footboard. French doors with open to the side garden, and offer lots of light during the day. Bathroom features a small claw foot tub with shower. Capacity two people. $149 per night*

Napoleon - This very large elegant suite is perfect for any special occasion. It features a King sized four-poster rice bed, sleeper sofa, writing desk, and two Queen Ann chairs. Double doors lead to the bathroom, which was once the carriage entrance, and features a very large antique claw foot tub and shower. Capacity three people. $179 per night*

Laneaux - Named after one of the original owning families, this large room was once half of a the double parlor. Features two matching four-poster beds, one full and one queen, that can accommodate three adults comfortably. Also included is an antique vanity dresser, two armoires, and two comfortable gentleman's chairs and a modern private bath with shower. Capacity is three people. $179 per night*

Hearth - This room, the 1860's Kitchen, is the first of five future rooms to come from the ongoing restoration of the attached rear service wing of the house. Located off the back patio, shaded by the 250-year-old live-oak, it features a Queen bed, built-in desk, original cooking hearth, and a private bath with whirlpool tub with shower. $159 per night*

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* Rates listed on this page are "standard" guideline rates for single or double occupancy, and include full breakfast and all applicable taxes. Special Events (Mardi Gras, Jazz Festival, bowl games, large conventions) will result in higher rates than those published here. Rates may be lower during certain slow times. For a firm rate quote, please call or e-mail. A $25 per night charge will be included for a third guest in the room. A two-night minimum stay is required on weekends. Other minimum-stay requirements may apply. 

Reservation Deposit Policy: A reservations deposit equal to the greater of the first night's stay or 25% will be charged by credit card or received in certified funds within 7 days of reservation. The deposit is refundable, minus a $25 processing fee, if the reservation is cancelled up to two weeks before arrival date. If reservations are cancelled less than two weeks before arrival, the deposit will not be refunded. Failure to cancel a reservation before 6:00 p.m. on the scheduled arrival date will result in a charge for the entire amount of the reservation. Guests are responsible for all reserved dates, regardless of late arrival or early departure. Some special events have higher deposit and longer cancellation requirements.

Smoking: Smoking is allowed in outdoor areas only. Please let us know if you are an avid cigar smoker, as Patrick would love to join you for a herf on the veranda.

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