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Old Rittenhouse Inn

Bayfield, Wisconsin.

Comprised of two stately Victorian mansions and a private cottage, the Inn offers a wide variety of accommodations on the shores of Lake Superior. The year-round restaurant provides fine dining featuring fresh, local ingredients, wine, & homemade desserts


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Bayfield, Wisconsin bed and breakfast: Old Rittenhouse Inn

The Rittenhouse is an elegant Victorian Inn and gourmet restaurant with 20 guestrooms amid two historic Queen Anne-style mansions, and a private cottage. Rooms range from simple elegance to luxury whirlpool suites. Self-guided tours welcome.

All rooms feature a Queen or King bed with private bath. Most have wood-burning fireplaces, Lake Superior views, and/or whirlpool tubs. Roll-aways & sleeper sofas accommodate additional guests for $35/person per night.

Guests begin the day with coffee or tea and a fresh juice. Homebaked muffins and pastries are the perfect vehicle for sampling our very own Rittenhouse Gourmet Jams & Jellies. A fruit course is served along with choice of steel-cut oats and cereals. Servers recite the day's entree specials in mouth-watering detail. Two-course breakfast available for a slight charge.

The Rittenhouse Inn's Landmark Restaurant, famous for it's lavish multi-course meals, offers a host of dining options that change with the seasons. Dishes are created using fresh, local ingredients including Lake Superior fish, farm raised bison and venison, goat cheese, organic vegetables and produce, apples and berries.

The Inn's beverage hostess is a master mixologist, creating delicious signature cocktails using fresh squeezed juices and homemade infusions rather than mixes. A wide range of wine, champagne, beer, and appertifs are available to compliment any meal.

Served daily, breakfast and dinner are open to the public. Reservations are recommended.



Inn Information


Season: All year
Rates: 115.00 - 325.00 US Dollars (double occupancy)
Rooms: 20
With private baths: 20
Mealplan: Breakfast included
Food Served:

  • Continental plus breakfast
  • Breakfast served year-round. Seasonal Lunch June-Sept. Gourmet Dinners feature fresh, local cuisi

Nearest Airport(s): Duluth, Ashland, Madeline Island

Payment methods accepted:

MasterCard Visa Discover

  • Checks
  • Cash


This bed and breakfast has been rated by either a local or national association. Please inquire as to which Associations this inn is affiliated.


Services:

Private baths in all rooms. Many offer Lake Superior views, fireplaces, & whirlpool tubs. Free WIFI.


Area Attractions and Activities:

Lake Superior, Apostle Islands, Madeline Island, Northern Great Lakes Visitor's Center, Bayfield Heritage Museum, Big Top Chautauqua, Stagenorth, Legendary Waters Casino, Fruit Farms and Orchards, Apostle Islands Cruises, Sailing, Chartered Fishing, Kayaking, Hiking, Biking, Golf, Snowshoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Dog Sledding


Most Popular Rooms:

Rittenhouse X: 3rd floor Luxury Suite with window seat and sweeping Lake Superior views. King bed, private bath, two person whirlpool tub, robes, double-sided fireplace, in room coffee maker and refrigerator.

Rittenhouse XI: 3rd floor Luxury Suite offering vaulted ceiling, window seats with Lake Superior views, and private patio overlooking our wooded ravine. King bed and private bath with steam shower, luxurious two person whirlpool tub, robes, and fireplace


Accommodation Restrictions

  • Smoking permitted in designated areas.
  • No pets, please.



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