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The Blue Belle Inn Bed and Breakfast
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Heaven to Betsy, with its cherub theme, fireplace, and private whirlpool for two, is a favorite at the Blue Belle Inn.
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Address
513 W. 4th Street
Saint Ansgar, IA 50472
USA - Phone+1-641-713-3113
- Toll free+1-877-713-3113
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The Blue Belle Inn is a festive Victorian 'painted lady' with six distinctively decorated guestrooms, air-conditioning, fireplaces, and Jacuzzis. Lofty tin ceilings, gleaming maple woodwork, stained glass, and crystal chandeliers create an elegant appeal. Candlelight, lace, and heirloom china provide an unforgettable dining experience with creatively presented, delicious, home-cooked meals. iThe Blue Belle Inn is open to the public for lunch Monday - Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and for dinner every Friday and Satuday at 6:30 p.m./i RESERVATIONS REQUIRED (877-713-3113 toll free). We will serve dinner to our overnight guests on any night of the week. We offer a Fondue Feast, Roast Beef, Stuffed Pork Tenderloin Roll, seasonal favorites like Seasoned Pork and Parmesan Stuffed Pumpkins, Chicken Carbonarra, Raspberry Peach Chicken and Vegetarian Enchiladas. This is in addition to the featured specials listed at .BlueBelleInn You may bring your own wine or beer to compliment the meal and glasses will be furnished.
Rooms & Rates
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 20 Reviews
4.7 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
Award Winner: 2005 - 20065 out of 5Beautiful and Relaxing
June 21, 2012
After attending a family wedding, we enjoyed a very relaxing stay at this beautifully restored and decorated inn. The owner was very gracious and attentive to our needs, even making sure that the temperture in our room was to our liking. Our bed was very comfortable and the morning breakfast was delicious! We highly recommend this fine bed and breakfast.
4.0 out of 5Relaxing and welcoming
October 23, 2011
I came to the Blue Belle Inn after learning the other B&B I was at was over charging me. The Blue Belle was very welcoming and gave me a great rate.
4.4 out of 5Great Getaway B&B
August 17, 2011
Beautifully restored Victorian home with charmingly decorated rooms with children's book themes. Although rooms and dinner were somewhat expensive by our standards, it was a lovely place to stay.
5 out of 5Unexpected but amazing!
July 25, 2010
This beautiful inn was a wonderful surprise in the middle of rural Iowa. The friendly staff welcomed us and allowed us to explore all of the other whimsically themed rooms, which were flashbacks to the favorite books of my childhood. And the breakfast made me feel like I was in a different decade, with dainty tea cups and delicious food. I cannot wait to come back!
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Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Sherrie Hansen
Innkeepers Description:
I enjoy traveling, playing the piano, music, gardening, gourmet cooking, quilting, needlework, and bicycling. I write romance novels in my spare time. I am married to a minister as of 7 years ago -- my real life romance!
The innkeepers speak:
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English
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German
Resident Pets
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Address
513 W. 4th Street
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$35 - $200
Never Never Land
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
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(High/Low Season) $70/$45Luxury King Jacuzzi
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds
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(High/Low Season) N/ADeluxe Queen Shower
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds
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(High/Low Season) N/ASherwood Forest
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactThe Secret Garden
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactHeaven to Betsy
- Maximum Capacity: 4
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King , 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactA Wrinkle In Time
- Maximum Capacity: 4
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 2 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactAnne's House of Dreams
- Maximum Capacity: 6
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King , 2 Double , 2 Twin
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Reservation Policy
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Check In: 4:00pm - 6:00pm Check Out: 12:00pm
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Deposit Amount Required: 1/2 total
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Cancellations: A non-refundable deposit of 1/2 down is required to make a reservation. In the event of a cancellation prior to one week before the reserved date, the deposit is forfeited unless the room can be rerented, at which time at credit, less a $10.00 fee, is issued for a future visit. For cancellations less than one week in advance, payment in full is expected unless the room can be rerented.
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: No
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Guest Pets Allowed: No
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinking Description: Guests may bring their own wine, beer, or champagne.
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Drinks Available: No
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Children Allowed: Well-behaved children welcome at the discretion of parents.
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Suitable For Children: Limited
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Childcare Provided: No
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Nightly Rate
$35 - $200
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 20 Reviews
4.7 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
Award Winner: 2005 - 20065 out of 5Beautiful and Relaxing
June 21, 2012
After attending a family wedding, we enjoyed a very relaxing stay at this beautifully restored and decorated inn. The owner was very gracious and attentive to our needs, even making sure that the temperture in our room was to our liking. Our bed was very comfortable and the morning breakfast was delicious! We highly recommend this fine bed and breakfast.
4.0 out of 5Relaxing and welcoming
October 23, 2011
I came to the Blue Belle Inn after learning the other B&B I was at was over charging me. The Blue Belle was very welcoming and gave me a great rate.
4.4 out of 5Great Getaway B&B
August 17, 2011
Beautifully restored Victorian home with charmingly decorated rooms with children's book themes. Although rooms and dinner were somewhat expensive by our standards, it was a lovely place to stay.
5 out of 5Unexpected but amazing!
July 25, 2010
This beautiful inn was a wonderful surprise in the middle of rural Iowa. The friendly staff welcomed us and allowed us to explore all of the other whimsically themed rooms, which were flashbacks to the favorite books of my childhood. And the breakfast made me feel like I was in a different decade, with dainty tea cups and delicious food. I cannot wait to come back!
4.0 out of 5Finally
February 26, 2010
After being foiled by winter snow storms for Christmas 2008 AND 2009, we finally took an anniverasry weekend. Our intent for the Christmas event is to get our family from 4 cities to the one B&B and use entire place. The Blue Belle was very cooperative w/ our weather frustrations.
5 out of 5Great Inn
February 05, 2010
3rd time to stay. Great place and great food and nice people. All around excellent value.
5 out of 5More Than Words
September 24, 2009
Every part of the B&B was above and beyond but it was the little things that made our 10 yr anniversary special. A cool summer night, porch swing, snuggled in my husband's arms sipping on a glass of wine--is this heaven? No it was Iowa! Once and Iowa girl, always an Iowa girl!
5 out of 5"Heaven to Betsy" was heavenly
August 04, 2009
What a wonderful experience! I stayed in the "Heaven to Betsy" suite as the culmination to my participation in the 2009 "Betsy-Tacy Society" convention. Maud Hart Lovelace would be honored by this fine tribute to her books!
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Location
Location Type
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Small town
City - Austin
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Distance to city: 21 miles
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Directions to property:
From Austin, MN, the Inn is 21 miles South. From I-90, turn South on Highway 218 to St. Ansgar. Turn right (West) at the 1st Stopsign - go 5 blocks. From on I-35 travel 20 miles east on Counrty Road 105 through Northwood, IA, or 20 miles east on Highway 9 and 7 miles north on County Road T-26 if coming from Mason City, IA.
Airport
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60 miles
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Directions to property:
Rochester, MN - 60 miles - Mpls, MN - 100 miles
Area Attractions
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Antique Shopping
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Art Galleries
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Beach
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Concert venue
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Gourmet/Fine Dining
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Historical interests
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Lake
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Live Music
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Movie Theater
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Museum
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Nature area
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Victorian Shops
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Antique Shops
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Stocked Trout Stream
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Soda Fountain
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Nature Preserve
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Country Shops
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Performing Theater
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Picnic area
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Religious Services
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River
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Bicycle rental
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Bird watching
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Boating
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Canoeing
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Cross-country ski trails
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Fishing
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Golfing
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Hiking trails
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Hunting
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Mountain Bike trails
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Shopping
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Sight-seeing
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Amenities
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Bed and Breakfast
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Historic Inn
Property highlights
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Cooking & Craft Semiars
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Gourmet Dining
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Live Musical Entertainment
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Massage Therapy
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Midweek Discounts
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Murder Mysteries
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Antiques/decor
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Business travel
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Christian Travel
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Economical rates
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Family Travel
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Gourmet food
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Group events
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Honeymoons
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Luxury
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Nature
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Peaceful getaway
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Romantic escape
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Weddings
On-site
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Board games
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CD player
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Computer
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Conference Rooms
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Piano
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Private entrance
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Telephone
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Videos
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Wedding Facilities
Guest room(s)
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Air conditioning
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Alarm clock
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Bath robes
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Fireplace
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Library
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Radio
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TV
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VCR
Other
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Gourmet dining, we can seat 50-65 in dining rooms
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Breakfast
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Type: Full
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Time Served: 9 - 11am, earlier by request
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Serving Location: Breakfast/dining area
Complimentary Perks
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Non-alcoholic Beverages
Signature Dish
German, Italian, French cuisines
Jaegerschnitzel, tender pork medalians in a cream sauce with mushrooms served on spaetzle noodles and Black Forest Cheesecake...Special meal options
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Low fat
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Restrictive
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Vegetarian
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Fondue Feast
Additional food services
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Popcorn
Recipes
Dessert
Cream Wafers
Serves: 0Chocolate Mint Brownies
Serves: 0Lemon Bars
Serves: 0Rhubarb Strawberry Coffee Cake
Serves: 0Apple Streusel Bread Pudding with Hot Rum Sauce
Serves: 12
Prep time: 1.5 hoursMelting Moments
Serves: 0Main Dish
Grilled Salmon with Fruit Salsa
Serves: 6Side Dish
Sausage Apple Stuffing
Serves: 12
Prep time: 30 minutesWatermelon-Cucumber Salad
Serves: 8
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