The Blue Belle Inn Bed and Breakfast
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, Baked Salmon, Stuffed Pork Tenderloin Roll, Raspberry Peach Chicken, and Vegetarian Enchiladas every weekend. 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.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Nearest major city: Austin, MN (21 miles South)
- 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. - Directions from airport:
Rochester, MN - 60 miles - Mpls, MN - 100 miles
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms, Guest House, & Cottage
- There are 11 guest accommodations (8 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 35.00 and $ 160.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 45.00 and $ 160.00
- The rate for each additional person is between $ 10.00 and $ 50.00
- Other Accommodations: Handicap Accessible Cottage
A winding garden pathway leads to A Wrinkle in Time, a retro cottage immediately next door to the Blue Belle Inn. The cottage sleeps 2-4, and has an antique oak queen size bed with private bath and spacious living area. Quaint cottage decor and English garden.
Anne's House of Dreams will make its grand debut June 1st. The house will have three bedrooms, a whirlpool for two, a double shower, its own kitchen, sleeping for 6-8 people, and will be handicap accessible. With discounts for extended stays, Anne’s House of Dreams will be the perfect spot for a private retreat or a "Kindred Spirit" get-together.
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Bath robes | Fireplace |
| Library | Radio |
| TV | VCR |
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| On Site | |
| Board games | CD player |
| Computer | Conference Rooms |
| Piano | Private entrance |
| Telephone | Videos |
| Wedding Facilities | |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Gourmet dining, we can seat 50-65 in dining rooms | |
Meals
- A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 9 - 11am, earlier by request
- Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
- Lunch is available for $7.95
- Dinner is available for $19.95-25.95
- Additional food services included in room rate: Popcorn, Non-alcoholic beverage
- Special meals available: Fondue Feast, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
- Our signature dish is German, Italian, French cuisines
Jaegerschnitzel, tender pork medalians in a cream sauce with mushrooms served on spaetzle noodles and Black Forest Cheesecake...
Policies
- No minimum stay required
- Smoking is not allowed (Ashtrays located on porches and balconies.)
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Limitations on children staying (Well-behaved children welcome at the discretion of parents.)
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Guests may bring their own wine, beer, or champagne.)
- Deposit amount required (1/2 total)
- Check in time is 4:00pm - 6:00pm and Check out time is 12:00pm
- 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. - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Iowa Bed and Breakfast Guild
Discounts available:| | | Corporate | |
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Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Sherrie C. Hansen
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 months ago -- a real life romance in the making! - The innkeepers speak: English, German
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, Nature area, Victorian Shops, Antique Shops , Stocked Trout Stream, Soda Fountain, Nature Preserve, Country Shops, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycle rental, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Hunting, Mountain Bike trails, Shopping, Sight-seeing
Saint Ansgar Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Saint Ansgar, Iowa.