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Spicer Castle Inn

Spicer Castle Inn

11600 Indian Beach Rd
PO Box 307
Spicer, MN 56288-9694
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Mary Swanson

(320) 796-5870
(800) 821-6675

 

Circa 1895. On the scenic shores of Green Lake, this Tudor castle with English Country decor is listed in the National and State Registers of Historic Places. Air conditioned suites and guest bedrooms feature a variety of delightful amenities. Choose Amy's Room, boasting a clawfoot tub and balcony overlooking gardens, woods and a lagoon. Stay in the masculine Mason's or romantic Eunice's Room each with a double whirlpool tub. John's Cottage also offers a refrigerator, microwave and coffeemaker. A lumberjack built Raymond's Cabin with rustic logs and a stone fireplace chimney. Hospitality includes full breakfast and afternoon tea. A Murder Mystery Dinner, Belle Dinner Cruise, and holiday festivities are some of the special events to ask about.

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Spicer Castle Inn



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Rates

$99 to $187

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

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Afternoon Tea

Events Hosted

  • Meetings
  • Honeymoons
  • Reunions
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Seminars
  • Weddings
  • Private Parties Welcome. Inside Seating 100 Outside (seasonal). Friday
  • Saturday Murder Mysterys. Summer Dinner Cruise

Available Food Service

  • Banquet Service
  • Dinner
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Gourmet Lunches
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Afternoon Tea
  • Gourmet Dinner
  • Full Breakfast
  • Room Service
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Vegetarian Breakfast
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast
  • Sunday Brunch
  • Catered Breakfast
  • Restaurant on Premises
  • Lunch
  • Catering Service
  • Early Coffee/Tea
  • Picnic Lunches
  • Wine
  • Dinner Restaurant Hours Are Tuesday Through Saturday From 5:00 To 9:00 Pm. Private Lunch Or Dinner Parties Of 10 Or More Any Day Of The Week

Other Activities

  • Antiquing
  • Art Galleries
  • Beaches
  • Bicycling
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Live Theater
  • Museums
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Skiing Cross Country
  • Tennis
  • Water Sports
  • Wineries
  • Amusement Park
  • Mr. B's Chocolatier Shoppe
  • Glacial Ridge Winery
  • Bison Ranch

On-Site Spa Services

  • Massages

Off-Site Spa Services Available

Nearby Recommended Spas

Bellezza Salon & Spa
(320) 796-0767

Fair Winds Salon & Day Spa
(320) 231-2081

Innkeeper(s)

Mary Swanson

Rooms

This property has 18 total guest accommodations, 7 with private bath, 10 with fireplaces, 12 with whirlpools, 2 suites, 1 cottage, 1 cabin and 3 conference rooms. The types of beds available include King, Queen and Twin.

Amenities In Room

  • Reading Lamps
  • Refrigerator
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Air Conditioning
  • Coffeemaker
  • Desk
  • Hot Tub/Spa
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Clock Radio
  • Bath Amenities
  • Fireplace
  • 10 Guest Rooms Have Microwaves
  • Two Guest Rooms With Private Balconies

Amenities On Site

  • Copy Machine
  • Library
  • PC
  • Phone
  • Fax
  • Fireplace
  • Parlor Games
  • Swimming
  • Wireless Internet Access

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Hair Dryer
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Gym Nearby
  • Flexible Check in/out Times
  • FAX On-site
  • Internet Access
  • $99.00 Double Whirlpool/gas Fireplace Guestrooms For Sunday Through Thursday Night Reservations. Includes Afternoon Tea
  • Breakfast

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Spicer Castle Inn

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Location: Waterfront, Country and Located on the shores of beautiful Green Lake.


Recommended Restaurant(s)

  • Blue Sky, O'neils, Zorbas

Romantic Interest

The peace and tranquility of our historic inn on the shores of beautiful Green Lake at sunset with a glass of wine or cup of tea and your special someone to share it with. Private cottages available.

Historic Interest

Over a century ago, pioneer John Spicer, the innkeeper's great grandfather, built a home on Green Lake now called the Spicer Castle. State of the art in its time, you can now get a sense of things a hundred years past. Furnishings in the Spicer are those used by the family as they enjoyed the tranquility of this fine old lake home.

Historic Awards:

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

Historic Memberships:

  • Local Historical Society
  • State Historical Society

Historic sites nearby:

Guri Endresen's Home (10 miles), Rice Home (8 miles), GAR Museum (18 miles)

Weather

Policies

Cancellation:For a refund on cancellations we require a $20 processing fee with a seven-day notice. After that time you will be charged for the room.
Pets:Pets Allowed and Raymonds Cabin is pet friendly.
Smoking:Outside Only.

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At A Glance

89% would stay again
Last reviewed on10/24/2011
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Guest Comment #7

Spicer Castle Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Janet D
10/24/2011

We enjoyed the room because it overlooked the lake. The bed was comfy and the whirlpool relaxing. The big towels by the whirlpool where nice as were the chocolates on the desk. We enjoyed our 25th anniversary.

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    • 5 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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Guest Comment #6

Spicer Castle Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Troy A
10/24/2011

This is our first bed & breakfast stay - thank you for such an amazing time! We loved the cottage. Getting to relax out in front of the cottage asu the sunset on a beautiful view of Green Lake! We enjoyed walking the grounds and reading the history of the Spicer Castle. Your staff is to be commended on a wonderful job! We'll be back.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Guest Comment #5

Spicer Castle Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Steve P
10/24/2011

Our room was clean and comfortable and we enjoyed our stay very much. The murder mystery dinner was delicious and the mystery itself was great fun! You run a nice place here.

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    • 5 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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Guest Comment #4

Spicer Castle Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Sue J
10/24/2011

It was worth the trip to stay here. It was like the old days, a very enjoyable time. I would like to do it again sometime. Thanks for everything

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    • 5 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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Guest Comment #3

Spicer Castle Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Deb F
10/24/2011

"Thank you! We had a great time at Spicer. It was a wonderful way to start our year. The food was fabulous and the staff so kind and accommodating." The car club.

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    • 5 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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Guest Comment #2

Spicer Castle Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Katie S
10/24/2011

our visit was the first time here and we will definately visit again. Great service, great food and awesome entertainment.

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    • 5 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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Guest Comment #1

Spicer Castle Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Ann K
10/24/2011

Thank you for a great weekend, we took part in the mystery dinner and thought the Inspector was fantastic. We really appreciate the history and authentic way the castle has stayed. Overall our stay way wonderful and I will be recommending this place to others!"

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 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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Spicer Castle Inn

1 of 5 hearts
Edward Maeder
Rochester, MN

This place is a Dirty Rundown Dump.. There Website is very misleading. When we pointed this out and refused to stay. they refused to refund our money. There are plenty of other High Quality B&B's to stay at... This one is not it! How uninviting, no place to sit at night, but some old woodedn tables. rooms are small and dirty. Please trust me on this one.

  • My ratings for this property
    • 4 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 1 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 1 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 1 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 1 of 5 heartsService
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Hospitality

Spicer Castle Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Anonymous
10/21/2008

What a wonderfully hospitable place!

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Publicity and Press Reviews

Minneapolis Star & Tribune, St. Cloud Times, West Central Tribune, WCCO, 102.5.

Promotional Rates and Packages:

Historic Spicer Castle Inn
Our inn is on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1895 by pioneer John Spicer, this tudor style lake home is filled with antiques and interesting stories by the original family. Stay in one of the 18 guestrooms and dine by candlelit overlooking beautiful Green Lake.
Valid from 11/04/2011 through 12/31/2012.
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Murder Mystery Dinners
Ready to laugh outloud? Participate in our hilarious interactive murder mystery dinners and you will have a fantastic time filled with great food and suspense. Murder Mysteries are held every Friday and Saturday nights. Private parties of 10 or more any day of the weeki.
Valid from 11/04/2011 through 12/31/2012.
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Mid-week Lodging
Enjoy a relaxing evening in one of our double whirlpool/gas fireplace rooms Sunday - Thursday night for $99.00. This includes afternoon tea and full breakast. Our restaurant is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights. Meention "I Love Inns Special" to receive mid-week rate.
Valid from 11/04/2011 through 05/31/2012.
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Murder Mystery Dinners
Looking for a fun night with the girls? We have just the ticket - a night at our Inn filled with great food, laughter and suspense in our Murder Mystery Dinners held every Friday and Saturday night. Private parties of 10 or more any day of the week.
Valid from 11/04/2011 through 12/31/2012.
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A Night To Remember
Imagine proposing while dining by candlelight at a lakeside table overlooking beautiful Green Lake. Later spending a romantic evening in a double whirlpool tub while watching the flames dance in the fireplace. Let us help you make this moment unforgetable by adding fresh flowers, chocolates from our local chocolatier and a bottle of wine to your stay. Just let us know what you are interested in and we will be happy to assist you.
Valid from 11/04/2011 through 12/31/2012.
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Mid-week Corporate Retreats
$99.00 loddging includes afternoon happy hour and full breakfast. Add lunch, dinner or murder mystery dinner to your event. WIFI, Whiteboard, Screen, Easels available for your private meeting.
Valid from 11/04/2011 through 12/31/2012.
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Birthday Special
Stay at our Inn for your Birthday and receive a free bottle of wine. Mention "I Love Inns Birthday Special" when making reservation.
Valid from 11/04/2011 through 05/31/2012.
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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 November-June, not valid on Friday and Saturday nights