Description
Circa 1816. This home belonged to Judge Francois Xavier-Martin, the author of the first history of Louisiana and Louisiana's first State Supreme Court Chief Justice. Andrew Jackson stayed here and another guest, Harriet Beecher Stowe, wrote Uncle Tom's Cabin after viewing the nearby slave markets. The Civil War followed the widely read publication. Surrounding the inn is a 165-year-old wrought-iron cornstalk fence. Stained-glass windows, Oriental rugs, fireplaces and antiques grace the property. Breakfast and the morning newspaper can be served in your room or set up on the balcony, porch or patio.Publicity and Awards: London Sunday Times, Tampa Tribune.Location: City/Urban and In the heart of the French Quarter.
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Rooms & Rates
Rates: $75 to $225
Payment types accepted include American Express, Master Card, Discover and Visa.
Rooms: This property has 14 total guest accommodations with private bath.
The types of beds available include King, Queen, Twin and Double.
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Policies
Cancellation: 72 hours in advance of check-in time, unless special event or otherwise advised.
Smoking: Smoke Free Property.
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Services & Amenities
Amenities In Room: Air Conditioning, Modem Hook-Up, Cable TV, Reading Lamps, Central Air, Telephone, Television and Wireless Internet Access.
Amenities On Site: Copy Machine, Phone, Fax and Television.
Business Traveler Amenities: Desk, Television, Modem Connection, Internet Access, FAX On-site, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Daily Newspapers, Off-site Dry Cleaning Services and Flexible Check in/out Times.
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Activities
Other Activities: Amusement Park, Antiquing, Art Galleries, Bicycling, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Live Theater, Museums, Parks, Shopping (Local Crafts), Sports Events, Major College and Tennis.
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Recommended Restaurant(s)
Too many to list..
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Historic Interest
This was the early 1800s residence of Judge Francois Xavier-Martin, first Chief Justice of the Louisiana Supreme court and author of the first history of Louisiana.
Historic Awards: National Register (Applied), National Register (Granted) and National Historical Site (Applied).
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Romantic Interest
 Location and atmosphere.
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