Description
Circa 1892. Two historic Queen Anne mansions, a guest house and a private cottage comprise this elegant Victorian inn and gourmet restaurant just a few blocks from downtown. Under massive gables, a wraparound veranda is filled with white wicker furniture, geraniums and petunias. The inn boasts 22 working fireplaces amidst antique furnishings. Well-appointed guest bedrooms and luxury suites offer a variety of romantic amenities that may include whirlpools as well as views of Madeline Island and Lake Superior. The two-story Fountain Cottage is just uphill. For breakfast indulge in baked muffins served with Rittenhouse Jams, Jellies and a cup of coffee accompanied by dishes such as Wild Bayfield Blueberry Crisp or Moonglow Pears Poached in White Zinfandel.Publicity and Awards: Wisconsin Trails, Midwest Living, National Geographic Traveler, Country Inns, Minnesota Monthly, Bon Appetit, Gourmet, Better Homes and Gardens, Lake Superior Magazine, Victoria, Minneapolis/St.Paul Magazine, St. Paul Pioneer Press, Milwaukee Journal, Wisconsin State Journal, Chicago Tribune.Location: Waterfront and Country.
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Rooms & Rates
Rates: $140 to $335
Payment types accepted include Travelers Checks, Personal Checks, Master Card and Visa.
Rooms: This property has 26 total guest accommodations with private bath, 19 with fireplaces, 17 with whirlpools, 7 total suites, including 2 two-bedroom suites, 2 cottages and 2 guest houses.
The types of beds available include King, Queen and Double.
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Policies
Minimum Stay Requirements: Two-night minimum for stays including a Saturday night
Cancellation: 10 days - gift certificate refund
Smoking: Smoke Free Property.
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Services & Amenities
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast, Continental Breakfast included in room rate, Full Breakfast available for $8.50/houseguest and $11.50/person for walk ins.
Types of meals: Continental Breakfast, Continental Plus Breakfast, Full Breakfast, Full Gourmet Breakfast, Country Breakfast, Lunch, Gourmet Lunches, Dinner, Gourmet Dinner, Snacks/Refreshments, Room Service, Banquet Service, Catering Service, Restaurant on Premises, Wine, Weddings, Reunions and catered special events.
Amenities In Room: Air Conditioning, Reading Lamps, CD Player, Clock Radio, Coffeemaker, Desk, Hot Tub/Spa/Jaccuzi, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Bath Amenities, Wireless Internet Access, Whirlpool and Antiques.
Amenities On Site: Copy Machine, Phone, Fax, Fireplace, Handicap Access, Limited Handicap Access and Gift Shop.
Business Traveler Amenities: Desk, Wireless Internet Access, FAX On-site, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Gym Nearby and Flexible Check in/out Times.
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Specials
 - One Night Free: This property is featured in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. This guide features a certificate for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night. The dates this property will honor the certificate are Nov. 1 to May 14, Wednesday and Thursday
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Activities
Events Hosted: Weddings, Seminars, Romantic Getaways, Meetings, Family Reunions, B&B Seminar, Antiques Appraisal, Irish weekend, Taste of the Tropics weekend and Musical events.
Other Activities: Antiquing, Art Galleries, Beaches, Bicycling, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Live Theater, Museums, Parks, Shopping (Local Crafts), Skiing Cross Country, Skiing Downhill, Tennis, Water Sports, Apple orchards, Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Gaylord Nelson Wilderness Preserve, Big Top Chautauqua, Sailing, Charters and Microbrewery.
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Historic Interest
Historic Awards: National Register (Granted), State Historical Site (Granted) and City Historical Site (Granted).
Historic Memberships: State Historical Society, Local Historical Society and City Historical Society.
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Romantic Interest
 Candlelight dinners, historical elegance and charm, champagne & sweets packages, Sunday Sweetheart Specials, February is "Month of Love"
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