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Old Rittenhouse Inn

301 Rittenhouse Ave
Bayfield, WI 54814-0584

(715)779-5111
(800)779-2129
 
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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.

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Rates

$99 to $349

Payment types accepted include Master Card, Visa, Personal Checks and Travelers Checks.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Continental Breakfast Included In Room Rate
  • Full Breakfast Available For $8.50/houseguest
  • $11.50/person For Walk Ins

Events Hosted

  • Reunions
  • Seminars
  • Meetings
  • Weddings
  • Romantic Getaways
  • B&b Seminar
  • Antiques Appraisal
  • Irish Weekend
  • Taste Of The Tropics Weekend
  • Musical Events

Available Food Service

  • 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
  • Catered Special 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
  • Microbrewery

Innkeeper(s)

Jerry, Mary, Mark, Wendy, and Julie Phillips

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.

Amenities In Room

  • Air Conditioning
  • Reading Lamps
  • CD Player
  • Clock Radio
  • Coffeemaker
  • Desk
  • Hot Tub/Spa
  • Fireplace
  • Hair Dryer
  • Bath Amenities
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Whirlpool
  • Antiques

Amenities On Site

  • Copy Machine
  • Phone
  • Fax
  • Fireplace
  • Handicap Access
  • Limited Handicap Access
  • Gift Shop

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Desk
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • FAX On-site
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Hair Dryer
  • Gym Nearby
  • Flexible Check in/out Times

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Old Rittenhouse Inn

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Location: Country and Waterfront.


Romantic Interest

Candlelight dinners, historical elegance and charm, champagne & sweets packages, Sunday Sweetheart Specials, February is "Month of Love"

Historic Interest

Historic Awards:

  • National Register (Granted)
  • State Historical Site (Granted)
  • City Historical Site (Granted)

Historic Memberships:

  • State Historical Society
  • Local Historical Society
  • City Historical Society

Weather

Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements:Two-night minimum for stays including a Saturday night
Cancellation:10 days - gift certificate refund
Smoking:Smoke Free Property.

Publicity and Reviews

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.

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Get a Free Night at this inn

- 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

Travel Club Discounts: 25% off Nov. 1 to May 14, Wednesday and Thursdays. 30% off Nov. 1 to May 14, Sunday.

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