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Old Rittenhouse Inn

Old Rittenhouse Inn

301 Rittenhouse Ave
Bayfield, WI 54814-0584
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Jerry, Mary, Mark, Wendy, and Julie Phillips

(715) 779-5111
(800) 779-2129

 

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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Old Rittenhouse Inn



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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
Children Restrictions:Well behaved, please
Cancellation:10 days - gift certificate refund
Smoking:Smoke Free Property.

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100% would stay again
Last reviewed on6/6/2010
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Beautiful!

Old Rittenhouse Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Karen Schairer (5 reviews)
Pewaukee, WI
6/6/2010

This beautifully restored mansion was a pleasure to visit. The room was exquisite. With the double whirlpool and comfortable Tempur-Pedic bed, we almost never missed a TV. Although they do have WiFi and satellite radio. The breakfast included with our stay was quite satisfying, however a larger breakfast may be purchased if you are so inclined. The staff and owner were very knowledgeable of the area and its history. They also invited us to take a peek at the other unoccupied rooms. The only downfall to our stay was the expense. The rooms are quite a bit more than most B&Bs. As lovely as it is, this place will only be for special occasions.

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    • 4 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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So Warming

Old Rittenhouse Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Anonymous
10/21/2008

The whole decor, the room, the staff and the food were superb! Your personalities and talents give a great warmth to the inn.

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Publicity and Press 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.

Get a Free Night at this inn

- One Night Free: This property will honor the Free-Night certificate found in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. The certificate is valid 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