Rivertown Inn

My wife and have stayed here twice. This place is amazing! The attention to detail in the rooms is unbelievable. The staff, gardens, food, and experience is well worth the price!

We stayed for the second time at the Rivertown Inn for our 25th wedding anniversary. My husband had rented the Oscar Wilde Suite.....it was amazing. Everything from the chef prepared breakfast to the beautiful grounds was prepared with loving care to perfection. We would definately recommend this bed and breakfast............beautiful, awesome!!!

We stayed recently at the Rivertown Inn in their "Oscar Wilde" suite, and found it to be a truly sensory experience. The bathroom was magnificent; the tub was large enough for two adults to be comfortable in, the shower had a waterfall and handheld faucet, and was a steam bath as well. There was a wall gas fireplace to ward off any chill that felt delightful during a bath. The room was very well appointed and extremely neat and clean. The staff was terrific, helpful in every way, and the breakfast was phenomenal. The chef came out with each course and explained to those of us at that seating what we were eating and how it had been prepared. Several of the guests dining with us had stayed there previously. The downtown area is close to the Inn and is a charming antique and specialty shop area. We would definitely recommend this inn and look forward to returning.

The Rivertown Inn was everything I hoped for and more! The historical themed rooms are spectacular and the upscale food is devine. There is so much to look at and so much to take in. I enjoyed every square foot inside and out. A little pricey, but the experience is worth every cent. It is a great lacation just a few blocks from beautiful downtown Stillwater, which has so much history in itself. I actually live less than an hour away and the few times I've been there, I felt like I was on a faraway vacation every single time.

My wife and I celebrated my birthday by staying at the Rivertown Inn last night. What a wonderful B & B (read: treasure). Two things we both noticed right away: First the Rivertown Inn is impeccably clean. And second, it's very obvious that a lot of time and effort has been invested in the decorating of this gorgeous B & B. Upon arrival, Innkeeper Marty gave us the grand tour...making us feel as if the Inn was ours for the night. Very nice touch! Last, but by far not the least, this morning Chef Ray treated 6 couples to the most fantastic "several" course breakfast. We really enjoyed how he'd explain each course in detail as the dishes were brought to our tables. Each course was a unanimous "loved it" by everyone. (Chef Ray even came out with a lit candle and then sang Happy Birthday to me with his deep, beautiful voice.) Thanks to everyone at the Rivertown Inn for a wonderful birthday celebration. A great and memorable birthday at a 5 star B &B. Dale & Julia Peterson.

This is the best B&B we've every stayed in. My hubby and I have wanted to stay here for many months every since we walked pasted it. The inside matched the beautiful outside and we were very pleased. Great staff, wonderful rooms, yummy creative food, we'll be back for sure.

We had a wonderful time staying at Rivertown Inn. The Inn was extremely clean, the room was beautiful and the food was fantastic. We enjoyed meeting other people that were staying there and the staff was very accomadating and friendly. We look forward to going again. Don & Karen

We enjoyed being pampered while staying at the Rivertown Inn. Though we were left with relaxing, quiet privacy, we were pampered also with thoughtful extras: cheese/crackers/fruit tray in the evening, and amazing bed and bathtub. The breakfast and hospitality was above and beyond!

Very romantic, one of the best B&B's in Minnesota, this was are second visit to Rivertown. everything was great the only thing I think could improve was the innkeeper was not very informed about certain items, also she was not very prepared and could not answer questions she seemed rushed and un professional

What a beautiful inn. Each room is an amazing palate of rich colors and comfy furniture. The food was incredible and introduced to the table by the chef himself. All of the food is freshly made with ingredients just gathered from the chef's garden that morning. The staff are very accomodating and genuine. I cannot wait to come back.

Stayed here for two days and it was incredible! The decor was amazing and the staff was also fantastic. Each room is very intricately detailed and I will definitely be back to stay in different room! Highly recommended!

Picture perfect, with amenities and service to match. Would recommend to all friends and relatives. The town of Stillwater is the midwest at its finest.

We found the Rivertown Inn on the internet as we were planning our 38th Anniversary celebration. What a romantic get away, with class, pizzaz, comfort, great staff, fabulous food, impressive surroundings and the greatest attention to details. Absolutely AWESOME!!

I stayed from april 27-29, 2011- single gal. Two nights in the christina bedchamber (bed was a little too soft for me) and one night in the Jane Austin suite (toilet in bad spot if you are really tall). Other than that = BOTH ROOMS WERE AMAZING. The breakfast was wondering and healthy- very tasty. The staff were wonderful- they make you feel like its your house, very friendly. They make you feel like you have free rein through out and only 4 blocks away from main street. planning on returning in june for my 30th birthday and in july for my mother's 50th birthday. VERY nice retreat for the weekend!

What a great adventure. It was so relaxing. It was our first bed and breakfast ever and we want more. Love, Keo and Tou Vang

The literary themed rooms were fantastic. We stayed in the Agatha Christie room in the carriage house. Very romantic, set up like you were on your personal rail car on the Orient Express. The service was phenomenal, very attentive but unobtrusive. The food was great, especially the three course breakfast all with locally sourced foods. The amenities were luxurious, the steam shower and the whirlpool bath were perfect. It was a perfect romantic weekend.

We loved our stay at the Rivertown Inn. The accommodations were fabulous and each room has its own special theme decor.The staff was both friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed the evening social hour. It was a great chance to meet other guests and it was complimentary. The breakfast was terrific. We look forward to staying here again.

I had planned a trip for myself and my wife, maybe our last trip for a while, as she is 8 months pregnant, to head for Stillwater, and drive the river valley south through Wisconsin to Winona, Minnesota, then back north through the Minnesota side of the river valley. I researched places to stay extensively, particularly Bed and Breakfasts, as this was going to be a two day drive. The Rivertown Inn is the best decision I could ever have made. We're no history buffs, but we know the finer things when we see them, and the Rivertown Inn is the finest. Every detail in the home has a spectacular quality, whether it be the original parquet floors, or an antique, hand carved poster bed or hutch, or the fancy wall paper, or the fine bath soaps. Nothing could top the quality of our stay. It was so much more than any web pictures can describe, because the love that went into the restoration and construction of this magnificent home cannot be felt in a picture. I recommend a stay, for no less than one night of your life, at the Rivertown Inn in beautiful historic Downtown Stillwater, Minnesota. The city of Stillwater is a thriving community, and nothing could be a better business addition than this fine Bed and Breakfast. Top notch! Jaki and Dan Olson from Buffalo, Minnesota have truly enjoyed their stay, and really want to congratulate you on a beautiful business you have. Much love, and thank you. Dan and Jaki Olson

Our stay at the Rivertown Inn (Stillwater, Minnesota) was a wonderful experience, with its wonderful staff I see us coming back for years to come.

I dont even know where to begin! It is my favorite spot ever! When you think of relaxing,cozy, clean, romantic,friendly,you will automatically think of here, the Rivertown Inn. We were referred to this place from a client of mine, and we have stayed 3 times now. We talk about it all the time to people. We celebrated 2010 Valentines Weekend here, and our 3rd yr. anniversary, and as a gift, I got Mark and I a weekend away after graduating "Cop School". If you decide to stay, you can call and talk to anyone about it, but I want to please make sure you meet Mary the "Head Housekeeper". You will love her! She is so sweet and she gets just as excited about you coming as you are to go there! She makes you feel like you have always known her. We had only stayed once and she remembered us, so she came to our breakfast table and gave me a hug, and said "You're back! It's so good to see you again!" Amazing! Just Amazing!!!! Please go and enjoy yourself here! You won't ever have a better experience at another B&B. Jackie- Wyoming MN.

We have stayed at The Rivertown Inn twice. It was a wonderful experience each time. Stillwater is pure Norman Rockwell...kids going down a steep hill on sleds, church bells ringing up the street. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The breakfast is awesome. "FIRST CLASS" comes to mind when describing our stay at The Rivertown Inn. We are looking forward to staying again.

We had the most wonderful stay at the Rivertown Inn. The house is charming and the staff is extraordinary! Your wish is their command, no matter what it is. We will be back again and again!

The Rivertown Inn is an exceptional property on every level! You will not be disappointed with atmosphere, service, food or comfort. A perfect romantic retreat in any season.

My husband and I love staying in the upper suite of the carriage house - the Oscar Wilde suite. The privacy is second to none, and the bathroom is meant to be shared and lingered in. Delicious breakfast, beautiful gardens...all in all the best, most romantic Inn in Stillwater!

My husband and I have stayed at a few Bed and Breakfasts in the past and this one by far surpasses all of them. The Rivertown Inn is absolutely breathtaking. The inn, atmosphere, decor, and rooms are like no other B&B I have stayed in before. The hors d'oeuvres and wine were a great way to meet other guests and the 3 course breakfast by their personal chef was amazing. We stayed in the Lord Tennyson Suite and it was beautiful. It has a separate cozy sitting room and a huge jacuzzi tub. Very relaxing and romantic. We took a quick peek at all of the rooms before we left and they all are beautiful. The only thing I would change is next time I will schedule a massage and stay more then 1 night! We visited in November and I can just imagine how beautiful the grounds are in the spring, summer and early fall. Beautiful water fountains, statues and sitting areas. We give the Rivertown an A+ and we will most certainly be back! The price may seem a little expensive but it was worth every penny.

My Partner and I spent an evening at the Rivertown Inn. We stayed in the "Browning Room" and found it clean, beautiful and spacious. The grounds are beautiful-gazebo, outdoor patio with comfortable rocking chairs and an outdoor space with table and chairs to eat. We would love to go back in the summer to enjoy the outside. Breakfast was tasty and the chief came out and explained each course, fresh baked muffin (wonderful and just the right size), rice pudding with sour cherries (excellent flavor), apple tart (I could have eaten two of them!) and a chicken sausage egg bake (moist and wonderful flavor). They also offer massage services and next time we will use this service. The only bad experience we had was having dinner in a restaurant named "Savories"-over cooked expensive food, there is another restaurant down the street Moxie's which will try next time. Stillwater was beautiful and worth the trip-Highly Recommended.

For our first B&B experience, this one will be hard to top! The setting is beautiful, the staff is very polite and accommodating, the gourmet food is delicious, and the rooms are charming and romantic. Everything was lush and cozy, warm and comfortable--a wonderful way to celebrate a relationship. Wish we could have stayed longer!

our stay at Rivertown Inn was a pure delight - we brought our out of town friends with, boated on the St. Croix river, had dinner at Marx (just 2 blocks away), enjoyed a wonderful breakfast and then had to leave. The Inn is beautifully restored with private common spaces everywhere both inside and out. We would have loved to linger in the gaxebo overlooking the meticulously manicured gardens and participated in the "happy hour" but foolishly booked too much in that day. We will definitely return and leave plenty of time for sitting around. The staff was so pleasant and accomodating that they made our short stay even more enjoyable - it was clear that they were there to please us!

My husband and I stayed at the Rivertown Inn for our 10 year anniversary. I was very impressed by the wonderful job the owners did of restoring this property. The wine and cheese reception was fabulous. They have a self serve wine bar where you can purchase from a wide selection of wines. The breakfast was outstanding, they employ a chef which is a nice touch. The location is close to downtown Stillwater which has many fun restaurants, bars and boutiques.

We've been coming back to Rivertown Inn for years. The elegance and beauty of this place is consistently wonderful. You cannot go wrong staying here for a special romantic get-away.

This was our first B&B, and we have compared every Bed and Breakfast to Rivertown Inn, ha! The accomodations are like no other... the decor, the atmosphere, and the breakfast... We have stayed here twice, and are looking forward to a third time sometime this summer. We stayed in the Lord Byron Suite the first time, and in the Oscar Wilde Suite the 2nd time. Both are amazing (The bathroom in the Oscar Wilde is incredible, really). We have checked through almost all of the rooms, and I really don't think you could go wrong with whatever room you choose. There is more privacy in the Carriage House, and the Lord Tennyson is probably the other most private(if it's a weekend). We stayed in winter and went skiing one day at Afton, and arrived back to the cozy room. And we stayed in the Summer, and the gardens were a joy to walk through, and breakfast on the porch was wonderful. Also, Stillwater has wonderful restaurants. You can always ask the Inn Keeper for recommendations! It is a little bit of a walk (uphill/downhill) to get to Main St., so you probably will need to drive (unless you don't mind the hike). The Oscar Wilde Suite was a little toasty in the summertime because of all the fancy lighting. Perhaps it may be nice of them to add a mini fan, or to bring one yourself. Wintertime I think it would be even more perfect. The social hour is fun and yummy. Both times we've stayed, we stayed for 2 nights in a row... which I highly recommend. Staying one night would just not be enough time to enjoy the room! Good thing they accept Free Night certificates! (At the time I wrote this review, anyhow). Writing this now... I can hardly wait to go back... Way too excited! :)

My husband and I just celebrated our first year anniversary in the Agatha Christie Orient Express Suite; it was Fabulous!!!! The shower and whirlpool were awesome and the bed was so cozy we didn't want to leave. I've already booked for another night this summer and next year. The wine and cheese hour was lovely as well as the 3 course breakfast. The grounds add to the ambience; these people really care. Thanks for such a great time. L & J

We celebrated our first anniversary at the Rivertown Inn, and it was such a wonderful experience. We stayed in the Agatha Christie Carriage House Suite--it truly is the most amazing room I have ever slept in. The decor was beautiful, the food the next morning devine, truly an A+!

This is a really wonderful Bed & Breakfast: the kind that will totally satisfy the expectations of the most discerning and experienced B&B'ers, AND charm the pants off of cynics like us. My husband and I were desperately in need of some R&R, but we're not much for doilies. Or relaxing. The innkeepers, spacious quarters, wonderful breakfasts, cheeseboards and wine... well... I don't know that we've EVER been more relaxed. Now, when we feel ourselves getting keyed up, we just imagine the Rivertown, and the blood pressure drops. We'll be back.

We stayed in the Oscar Wilde suite. Beautiful,dark, rich colors. The bathroom was incredible. It had a skylight over the hot tub, a walk in steam room/shower/rainfall shower, and a fireplace. We would go back in a heartbeat. In fact, we are already discussing going back next April for our 11th anniversary.

I needed a relaxing getaway from a stressful week. The Rivertown Inn provided the ultimate in luxury and hospitality bar none. The room was charming and had an awesome whirpool jet tub, with complimentary bath amenities that were heavenly. The canopy bed was super cozy and comfortable for a wonderful night's sleep. They had a yummy social hour from 5-6 pm with complimentary wine, cheeses, crackers, and meats. The breakfast the next morning was a 3 course gourmet feast to die for. The staff and owners were so welcoming and friendly and accomodating I felt like I was home. I almost hate to share this secret of this wonderful B & B with anyone else. The only regret I have is not being there with "someone special" because it is a super romantic place. I will definitely go back again!

My husband and I have stayed at several B&B's, but the Rivertown Inn is the best by far. Beautiful rooms, beautiful place and amazing food. We loved the little walk out balcony off our room (Lord Byron Suite). We're hoping to book another stay sometime in the near future!

My husband and I stayed here on 10/24 to celebrate my birthday and had a wonderful time! The service is perfect, the rooms are perfect and the breakfast is gourmet. If you are looking for an upscale B&B - this is it. Cindy & Mark

We had the most amazing, relaxing, and romantic stay at the Rivertown Inn. The staff and service were great, and the food was wonderful. We can't wait to go back!

What an incredible place! The service was great. Incredible furnishings and immaculate. Mary was outstanding and took personal care of us. Ray the chef was amazing! I would HIGHLY recommend the Rivertown Inn.

We stay at Rivertown Inn every year for our anniversary. The service is always flawless. The breakfast is so romantic on their large porch with a beautiful view of their gardens and the sound of the fountain in the background. The rooms are all lovely and decorated to perfection. You feel as if you have stepped back in time with the beautiful decor.

From the moment my wife and I arrived to celebrate our 25th anniversary we were treated with extra special care. The bedrooms, common areas, and grounds were all immaculate. The social hour with complimentary wine & cheese was terrific. And the three course gourmet breakfast was out of this world. We stayed in the Jane Austen and would do so again. The only caveat is that the Austen bedchamber (as opposed to the more spacious and more expensive suites named after other literary figures), though fabulously decorated, was just a bit cramped. Double whirlpool was wonderful, though. We'll be back!

If you are looking for a place that will refresh your spirit and make you feel like you are returning to the romantic place in your relationship, then this is the place. Rivertown Inn is exquisite, with details about every part of your stay. It begins with a wonderful reception of cheese, meats, crackers and wine that will delight you. Each room has a theme of an authour with beautiful arrangements to make you want to never leave. Then the morning breakfast....amazing! Each bite is a taste discovery. Chef Wyatt is wonderful. The inn is best when you stay for at least two nights...my personal opinion. A wonderful get-a-away for any couple who needs to escape the real world and relax.

My husband and I just stayed at the Rivertown Inn for our Anniversary. I have to say that I have stayed at quite a few premium Inns and that The Rivertown Inn is the very best that I have experianced! The rooms are beautifully decorated with very high quality antiques and gorgeous fabrics. The breakfast was the best meal I have ever had at a B&B. The grounds are simply lovely, and very relaxing to just sit and experiance all of the sights such as flowers and statues. We have already made reservations for our anniversary net year!

spectacular Rivertown Inn I can't say enough about this unbelievable bed and breakfast. They exceed expectations on every level. My husband and I aren't easy to impress, but they managed to impress both of us! You've got to stay here. I just bought gift certificates to give as gifts. I know that my friends and family will love it as much as we did(staff, gazebo, gardens, food, comfy beds, posh decorations, wine and cheese hour, breakfast on porch in the sun, and the list goes on). Trina S.

Rivertown Inn As I had never stayed at a B&B or an Inn the first time I came to stay here I was unsure of what to expect...now that might mean to some I might not know what I am speaking of but I know fantastic service, delectable food, opulent splendor,and a great time when I experience it. I have now been here 3 times and each time has been as amazing as the first. The inn is done in the greatest of detail right down to the period-authentic wall and ceiling treatments. The staff consists of some of the best I have encountered including a fantastic innkeeper and 5 star chef who creates the most exquisite of dishes served in the beautiful dining room or on the veranda. You must, absolutely must stay here just once. I promise if you do you will visit again and again. I have tried to branch out to other B&Bs but nothing else compares.