What is the difference between a hotel and a Bed Breakfast? A Bed and Breakfast is defined as a small property, usually a home with 3-5 guest rooms, and the owner living on site. At the Power's Mansion Inn, we offer 16 unique rooms. Each with a private bath. Many BB's may also have small cabins in addition to the main house. Typically the owner is the one who will welcome you personally and prepare your morning breakfast. A BB is a fun and different place to stay; it's a home away from home. Your lodging experience will be more personalized with the host sharing the common areas of their home and information about the local area you might not get in a hotel. A BB provides a breakfast included in the room price that usually incorporates local specialties you would not normally receive from a hotel kitchen. Concierge services, activity planning, drinks snacks, local calls or use of fax machines or internet which are usually an extra charge in a resort hotel are often included free. However do not expect a 24 hour desk to attend to your needs or lift your bags. At a BB your host does all the work with little or no staff. What are the rooms like in a BB? Guest rooms in a BB are typically delightful. The owner has usually put lots of care into choosing the atmosphere, furniture and dcor of the rooms. You will find them more comfortable and cozy than a hotel room, and equally if not more, private. At the Power's Mansion Inn we have taken care to choose high-quality beds and bedding you would not find except at the most luxurious class of hotels. Rooms feature custom made artisan beds, comfortable queen size mattresses, Italian and other fine linens as well as original and historic artwork. Several of the rooms have romantic fireplaces as well. The mansion has been carefully restored to its historic prowess with all of the furniture being antiques or replicas from the time period. Nearly all of the wall coverings and fireplaces as well as many of the fixtures are original historical artifacts. Will I have to share a bathroom down the hall? Some BB's offer shared baths and others offer private baths. It's is always a good question to ask when choosing a BB. At the Power's Mansion Inn, ALL our bedrooms have private baths. In addition you will find the spa amenities you usually find in a better hotel such as fluffy towels, quality soaps, shampoo, and conditioner. Why do BB's have specific check-in times? Most BB's have specific check-in and check-out times, and do not operate around the clock like a hotel. The owner of the property will personally greet you and show you what the property offers in the way of amenities. Some BB owners have other jobs, or will be the ones cleaning and preparing the rooms for your stay, which is why specific check-in times are requested. If you are unable to meet the check in time, due to a late arriving plane, let your hostess know so arrangements can be made well in advance to be there to let you in. At Power's Mansion Inn, we are happy to greet you for check-in between 2:00PM and 5:00 PM. If you have a later arriving flight, please call ahead so we can arrange to let you in and show your room. Are there TV's, Telephone and Internet access at a BB? This varies greatly from property to property, and if these are important to you, it is wise to ask. At the Power's Mansion Inn we have TV sets with satellite TV in every room. High Speed Wireless Internet access is available in the parlors, dining area, rooms 1-6 as well as on outside patio and waterfall garden area. The nearby Flour Garden Bakery and Cafe also offers free wireless internet to its customers. Each room has direct dial phones with inter-room calling available. If you need to send or receive a fax, or make a copy, just let me know. What is breakfast like in a BB and when is it served? All BB's provide breakfast but this can vary greatly among properties from a light continental breakfast to a hot, sit down breakfast. At the Power's Mansion Inn, you will be treated to a lavish Gourmet Breakfast. Our menu changes relative to each day of the week. Please ask what will be on the menu during your stay. If you have any special food requirements or restrictions, we are always happy to accomedate them. Breakfast is served at both 8:30am as well as 9:00am. You will be asked your preference when you make your reservation. How can I find out about area attractions and activities? First, scan the. Great Places To See, Fun Things To Do page on our website. We have listed worthwhile activities and attractions there. Also view our to see what upcoming events are in the area. is the Event Capital of the World. Our central downtown location provides a place that is walking distance to many of the more than 300 events that take place in Auburn every year. Your hostess is able to book activities and rental cars for you, often at a discount. These include guided culture and nature hikes, tours of lava tubes, or helicopter rides to see the active volcano. In addition she can recommend places for a picnic, beaches, day hikes, art or theatre activities, fun country markets or antiquing. Does a BB serve breakfast, lunch and dinner? Depending on the state you live in, a BB may or may not serve other meals. The Power's Mansion Inn only serves breakfast at this time. A complete listing of area restaurants is available on our page. Everything from pizza and sandwiches to chocolate desserts to gourmet dining is available in Auburn. Some suggest reservations which your host is happy to do for you, while you go enjoy a stroll through Auburn's historic Downtown. Area restaurants are only a brief walk or short drive drive away. Their are more than 20 restaurants within a one mile radius of the Power's Mansion Inn. Am I expected to tip at a BB? At a BB, like any quality accommodation, the staff works hard to provide for your comfort. Tipping is not expected, but is always appreciated. If you would like to leave a tip you may include it with the comment card and place it in the envelope provided in your room. We strive to provide great service and welcome your feedback, tip or no tip.

In 1884, the Honorable Harold T. Power built a beautiful Victorian Mansion for his family. The Mansion was built from a gold mining fortune that came from the Power family's Hidden Treasure mine. The Mansion, with its ornate architecture, came to be known as the Power's Mansion. It once occupied an entire city block in Historic Downtown Auburn. In 1912, Dr. John Gordon Mackay and his wife Margaret Marzen Mackay, purchased the Power Mansion from Harold T. Power and ran a successful medical practice out of the Mansion. The Mackay family owned the Mansion until Bernice Hancock Mackay sold it in 1982. By this time, many parcels of the property surrounding the Mansion were sold off. In 1982, a partnership formed by Dr. Arno Lejnieks and his wife Jean, purchased the Power's Mansion, built a new foundation and moved the giant house 30 feet East from its original location. This was done in order to accomodate a new driveway and 20 vehicle parking lot. In 1984 a North Wing was added to the Mansion and the Power's Mansion Inn was opened as a bed and breakfast. The Inn operated until it was closed in 2004 due to poor building conditions and the failing health of its owners. On July of 2004, Alfred and Peggy Lee purchased the Power's Mansion Inn and began a daunting restoration process that included: 1) Roof repairs; 2) Dry rot and Wrap-around porch restoration; 3) Re-surfacing of Bath tubs, 4) Repair of Hydronix HVAC systems; 5) Building of a magnificent paved stone gardens and waterfalls; 6) Building of retaining walls needed to save the 108 year old Mansion oak tree; 7) Construction of wrought iron fences and gates; 8) Replacement of boiler systems for hot water supplies; 9) The painting and decoration of 16 bedrooms, 16.5 baths, two parlors a kitchen and a formal dining room; 10) Fully furnishing and decorating the Mansion; 11) Installing new keyless entry systems and doors throughout guest rooms; 12) Installing of a Mansion-wide Security Alarm systems with Grounds Video Surveillance; 13) Repairs to telephone infrastructures throughout each guest room; and 14) The installation of Satellite Television in every room. In Septemeber of 2005, Alfred and Peggy Lee purchased 9 adjoining parcels of land surrounding the Power's Mansion (The Livingston Building and its parking lots) and moved the entrance of the Power's Mansion to the North side of the property now facing Harrison Avenue. This took considerable effort in order to maintain the beautiful old historic look of the original landscape. A beautiful Victorian wedding Gazebo was also built underneath the 108 year old Mansion oak and a 3,000 square foot Wedding and Event Center became available to couples marrying at the Power's Mansion. In 2006, the Power's Mansion Wedding and Event Center emerged as The Place to get married in Placer County. The Mansion continues to operate successfully as a destination wedding site, bed and breakfast and Victorian tea parlor. The Mansion is filled with photos and historical artifacts from the late 1800's. Under the careful restoration and management by the Lee family, the Power's Mansion Inn continues to improve. As a result, and for the first time (June 23rd, 2006) in its long history, the Power's Mansion was awarded the Auburn Journal's coveted Best of the Best bed and breakfast for 2006 award. In 2007, the Power's Mansion Opened the Power's Mansion Tea Parlor. This Parlor provides the only true victorian tea service inside a true victorian mansion. Our tea parlor offers guests and visitors yet another wonderful gourmet eatery to visit in historic downtown, Auburn. It is the perfect place for Bridal Showers, Birthdays, Girls' afternoon outings,etc. In July of 2007, the Power's Mansion, once again received the Auburn Journal's prestigious award for Best of the Best bed and breakfast. Furthermore, in 2007, the Mansion also won the Best of the Best Wedding site award, what a wonderful achievement! In the heart of Gold Country and centrally situated near many quaint shops, restaurants, night clubs and sports bars, the Power's Mansion was recently featured by Morgan and Chase Publishing as one of the Treasures of Northern California. Gated North Entrance. View from Harrison Avenue. View From Cleveland Ave. Historical Treasures 1. Historical Treasures 2. Historical Treasures 3. Historical Treasures 4. A Historical Treasures 5. Historical Treasures 6. Historical Treasures 7. Victorian Gazebo Wedding Site. Paved Tropical Waterfall Wedding Site

 Guest rooms have air conditioning
 Playground for children
 Conference and meeting room
 Credit cards accepted
 Disabled guests are welcome
 Facsimile services
 Heating
 Jacuzzi tub
 Smoke-free guest rooms
 Parking lot
 Private park, garden, courtyard
 Quiet surroundings
 Private/Ensuite bathroom
 Phone at reception
 Phones in rooms
 Patio, summer terrace
 Common room with a TV set