The Elephant Walk

Great alternative to all the other flowery Victorian b & b s in Stillwater. Food and hosts are great. Only a 10-15 min walk to downtown. Raffles room is our favorite.

This is one of our favourite B&Bs in the Minneapolis/St.Paul area. It's a beautiful old house, gorgeously decorated, full of Eastern elements with little surprises to discover at every turn. A lovely place to explore for the first time and to return to again and again. S & D McKay (winnipeg)

The place was amazing, beautiful and charming. We stayed there on our wedding night and my only regret is that we didn't/couldn't stay the entire weekend. Everything was perfect--from the fun and surprising decorating details to the delicious cheese and cracker tray. I can't say enough good things about the Elephant Walk Inn. We both hope Rita and Mike stay in business for a very long time so we can continue coming back.

Decor, comfort, and food are fabulous. House and garden are beautiful, relaxing. Rita is so personable, like you've known her forever. Wine and tray of cheese/nuts/homemade crackers every night are a treat. We've never gotten anything like that at any other B&B. We've stayed in almost every room at least once. All are different and very finely appointed.

Very enjoyable B&B experience. The house is charming, very well kept, and filled with exotic artifacts from Thailand. The grounds are filled with interesting gardens and water features. The room had a sitting area, whirlpool bathtub, refrigerator and balcony. The wine and cheese in the room upon arrival was very welcome and very good. The breakfast was excellent and the company was very pleasant. Spent two hours at the breakfast table talking with other guests.

There are no T.V.s in the rooms and with no phones it gave us a chance to reconnect with eachother and spend time talking. The gardens are beautiful and peacful.

The room was comfy and cozy and not to girly for my boyfriend! The house was full of unique items with something to cath your eye at every turn. Wonderful host and delicouse food!

Wife and I went for a little getaway and really loved our stay. Some pictures made house seem pretty quirky, but it really is so great. Rita really takes care of the details and is so good with conversation- she's been doing this for 20+ years and you can tell. The bubble bath, the bath salts, books, games, candles- so many little things that make the experience so great. And the food- wow! We initially thought we'd rather have breakfast in our room, but we are so glad we had it down in dining room. Such a fun and comfortable experience. Very private, but also cozy and welcoming.

the Best rooms, the Best welcoming wine/cheese tray, the Best breakfast, the Best Host and Hostess....all in the beautiful city of Stillwater.

Me & my husband stayed here one night for our Anniversary. We stayed in the 'Chiang Mai' Room which was very uniquely decorated. Room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. Had an awesome little deck off the bedroom. We enjoyed a cozy, quiet night by the fireplace. Owner was welcoming and hospitable. Food was fine. If you need a night away from work, kids, phone, computer, tv, than this is a great place to go. And is only minutes from downtown Stillwater.

Wow! What a unique and beautiful place! Rita is so friendly and helpful. The breakfast was amazing. Details are super- a bottle of wine, cheese, stocked fridge.

I planned a surprise getaway for my husband's birthday and emailed Rita ahead of time and asked if she did any special surprises for birthdays. She had a beautiful little flower with a "happy birthday" note in our room waiting for us, and a bday sparkler on our dessert for breakfast the next day. It was so sweet. Our room was clean and felt perfectly cozy. We stayed in the Chiang Mai room and it was the perfect size and feel for us. There is a private belcony which we loved--aside from the screaming kids in the nieghboring house--it was peaceful and relaxing to sit by the fire place in the vening. The house was surprisingly quiet even when all the rooms were full with guest for the night. We never once heard a peep from the other guests. Our only small complaint was that the jacuzzi had these black flakes shoot out during both times we had it in use. It didn't other us while we had bubbles in it to hide the flecks, but once the water was drained it was kind of gross to see the floor of the jacuzzi littered with these black flakes. Besides this, everything was perfect. Rita is a bit particular about breakfast routines and what utensils to use and when and having it sit on the table top but she was gracious about it when I didn't do things right. Breakfast was great. But since this is our first b&b experience we don't really have anything to compare with. The last thing I'll say is that this really is worth every penny. Not all b&b have both fireplace and jacuzzi and snack tray for the price that we paid for our room. We would go back and try a different room....or even the same room since we loved it so much! Thank Rita! And Mike for fixing our fire place the first night!

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We are very happy to have input when things seem not right. I wish the guests had told me about the whirlpool right away. We have regular sanitizing of all of our whirlpools but in this case I think that someone had put some kind of a kelp soak that we of course would not have known about or seen. I do try to make eating grapefruit easy by sectioning it before broiling and supplying sterling grapefruit spoons. if I see someone struggling with a fork I do mention that the grapefruit spoon is there to help! just my nature to help facilitate eating juicy fruit. we are in a neighborhood and there are children sometimes playing...thank heavens the kids next door do most of their playing in their back yard. One thing I would suggest to all guests-tell your inn-keeper if any problems arise. we can fix anything that is amiss with rooms. We appreciate feed back when you are here, if we do not see it or hear about it we can not.

- rita (innkeeper)

Great b and b---very unique rooms, Recommended to anyone for a great stay!!!

Beautiful room with whirlpool tub, wonderful warm friendly hostess, and AMAZING food. A very nice stay. Highly recommend!!

We had a wonderful stay. The room was lovely. Atmosphere was super relaxing and the hosts did everything to make our stay perfect. We will be back!

This is the second time my wife and I have stayed here. And both times have been wonderful. Its close to shops and tons of good restaurants. And both times the breakfast was wonderful. And each time we stayed here the service was great and up beat. Rita and her daughter very nice people.

The room was beautiful, the jacuzzi was a bit small but very relaxing and the breakfast was superb, in the summer I imagine the patio would very nice too. So happy we picked it for our anniversary.

I have stayed at the Elephant Walk before. This is the perfect place for a romantic get away. The cheese try is amazing when you first enter your room. There is always a bowl of chocolates laying out somewhere. The breakfast is great and the staff are very friendly. They are happy to chat and tell stories but when you want your privacy not a second thought is given and it is granted. It would be impossible for me to recommend any higher than I do for the Elephant Walk

This was our third stay at The Elephant Walk. It is always a wonderful weekend in Stillwater. The ambiance is so unique, there is attention to every detail. We highly recommend this bed and breakfast for anyone looking for an escape that is refreshing and calming.

wonderful breakfast and interesting decor, clean, cozy rooms

I stayed here the night of my wedding and it was fabulous! The staff was friendly, the food was great, and the atmosphere was perfect. Will be going back again someday soon!

Exactly what I hoped it would be! No doilies and stinky potpourri. Lots of really cool art from southeast Asia. Beautiful house and grounds. Incredibly friendly and welcoming proprietor. The food was incredible-- everything was home made. We loved it!

This was our first bed and breakfast experience. We stayed in the Raffles room and it was absolutely beautiful. The double whirlpool in the room was very relaxing and the breakfast in the morning was delicious. We would definitely recommend The Elephant Walk to our friends and Family.

My wife and I loved the whole experience. We only wished we would have got it earlier to enjoy it more. The rooms are magical and take you to another place truly unique. We arrived to a our room which had chilled Champagne ready, along with fruit, nuts, cheese, and crackers. The crackers were unique and delicious. The room was lovely and when Greg showed us to our room he stoked the fire. My wife and I were able to have a far away vacation while being still close to home. The Breakfast was fantastic. We loved the conversations and stories from Sasha. It was like sitting at a table with friends we have never met before. It was so hard to leave but we did buy a gift certificate to come back when we will be able to stay longer and take more in. We have been to the Elephant Walk twice now and will return again this summer.

We received a gift certificate from our daughter for a two-night stay at the Elephant Walk and were not sure what to expect. Whatever our expectations, they were exceeded. Sasha and Kim were gracious hosts and our accommodations (Garden Suite) were more than comfortable. The champagne, cheese and chocolate were pleasant surprises and the breakfasts were amazing. We frequently stay at B and B's and the Elephant Walk is a keeper. Like MacArthur, we shall return.

I purchased a night at the Elephant for my wife and I for our anniversary. This was our second stay here and it was as excellent as the first. The room is exquisitely decorated with a number of artifacts from abroad. The fireplace kept the room toasty warm and the jacuzzi was large enough for both myself and my wife. There was also the nice touch of a single cup coffer maker as well. The bed was a little harder than I'd like but was still nice. Sasha provided us with wine, cheese and assorted snacks for our stay and made sure we wanted for nothing. The room is a little pricey but totally worth the cost. Breakfast the next morning was excellent with four courses (fruit, bread, main entree and dessert) that were all well made and very tasty. Overall we were very pleased with our visit and hope to visit again in the summer. Thank you Sasha.

The best thing about our stay at the Elephant Walk was the cozy room which included a wine of our choice and a snack in the room when we arrived. The fireplace was lit and there was a wide selection of music available for the CD player. The host was quite knowledgeable about area restaurants. The one disappointing thing was that there was not enough hot water to fill the whirlpool tub completely.

A tray of homemade crackers, delicious cheeses, and fruit are brought up to your room upon arrival to be enjoyed with the wine already chilling. The room is also stocked with soft drinks, bottled water and chocolates. All of this was included in the price of the room which was a very nice touch. The themed rooms are authentic and feel like you're in an exotic paradise. Breakfast was outstanding and the conversation interesting. We will definitely be back. A wonderful experience all the way around.

We had a wonderful time staying here. The food was great! What a treat to have a bottle of wine and cheeses waiting for you in the room! The chocolates were a nice touch, too. Thank you Rita for providing a relaxing weekend to help celebrate our anniversary!

It was wonderful!!! The whirlpool and the aquarium was the best bath ever and very entertaining with the fish..the cheese and fruit was amazing!! And the bed was so comfortable!!! Breakfast was very welcoming and it was very fun to meet new people at breakfast! Thanks, rita!!

Another perfectly comfort-able stay with a birthday surpise, complete with chocolate cake and a sparkler, and waffles...after a night in the Raffles.

This was our second stay at the elephant walk and I'm sure we'll be back again! We really enjoyed the view of the snowy deck off of the Cadiz Suite. It was so cozy. The service and breakfast were fantastic as they were the first time. The location in Stillwater is also perfect. We enjoyed window shopping and eating at Marx fusion.

We spent an evening at the Elephant Walk Inn this November. We really enjoyed at the atmosphere. The place has a lot of quirks and things to looks at. The wine and snack greeting us was very welcome. The bath tub was the best feature of the room. The fire place was nice too, but it was to warm to use. Over all a great experience.

What a fun place to stay! The setting is very interesting and the service that Rita and Mike provide is outstanding!

We spent two nights at the Elephant Walk, and it is so full of beautiful interesting objects from the East, clever renovations, a wonderful hot tub and fireplaces in every room, and creative breakfasts to keep you going all day. (Not to mention the wine and cheese.) The hosts were so friendly and engaging. We felt very relaxed and away from day to day life, and we did not want to leave. We plan to return often.

one of the best B and B's we've ever stayed at. We loved it. We will definitely return!

We had a wonderful evening at the Elephant Walk. Everything exceeded our expectations. The house and our room were beautiful. Service was terrific. Short distance from downtown Stillwater. Can't wait to find any excuse to return!

My wife and I had a wonderful visit. Rita was lovely. Our room was awesome. The breakfast was fantastic. Highly recommend.

We stayed 3 days and had a blast. It was our first time at a bb, will continue coming here for our anniversary. Rita was very friendly and kept us entertained through breakfast and a little while later. The food was amazing and very feeling. If you need advice on where to go for dinner ask Rita. The rooms where very nice and relaxing. Had to buy a couple of Items from Rita's travels to the middle east. Can't wait to go back.

We had such a good time at The Elephant Walk!!! The room was amazing and incredibly comfortable. Breakfast was delicious! This was one birthday that won't easily be forgotten. We hope to go back to The Elephant Walk and stay in each one of the rooms! We highly recommend The Elephant Walk bed and breakfast.

We had such a great time at the elephant walk! The owner Rita is very sweet and an amazing chef! The breakfast is worth the stay even if you don't like comfy beds, wine, cheese, whirlpools and beautiful views of gardens. Really, you should book a room now.

Our stay at the Raffles can be summed up in one word: Perfect.

What a pleasant surprise! This is one of the most unique B&B's I've ever been to. The staff was great and the facility is one of a kind. The food and wine were outstanding as well. I'll be back!

My wife and I had a wonderful experience in Stillwater, Thailand. A nice private room, a great breakfast and a nice day for exploring. Strongly recommended for a night away from it all!

The Elephant Walk is a wonderfully unique bed and breakfast. Each room is decorated beautifully. As soon as you step into the room, you feel you have been transported to another country. Clean and eclectic, it was a real treat to admire the decor throughout the house. Mike loves and collects bikes and even made a tandem bike, which we took for a test ride. There are a few bikes for the guests to use if you feel like going for a ride and didn't bring your own bike. The Elephant Walk is a lovely bed and breakfast run by a gracious couple. We will definitely be going back.

What a wonderful B&B! My husband and I stayed for a baby-moon in the Chinh Mai room! Beautiful furnishings, amazing balcony, fireplace and a gorgeous bathroom! It was refreshing not to be surrounded by Victorian features. Instead we were Transported to a faraway place where we just could relax! The food was good and conversation was amazing! We were greater with an amazing plate of cheese and fruit along with wine and non-alcholic wine for me! Our fridge was stocked with complimentary beverages too. Plus the town of Stillwater is charming and has many great things to do. The gardens at Elephant walk are enchanting as are thr inn keepers! Highly recommend this B&B and we hope to return!

We had a wonderful night at the Elephant Walk. Rita was a great hostess and amazing cook! The rooms were eclectic, but after we found out that she lived in Thailand for 3 years and goes back every year, the place had a lot of character. The breakfast was just perfect and would go back again!

This was my first stay at a bed & breakfast. I chose this one because the rooms and decorating style were not the typical bed & breakfast doily overload. The home is filled with acquisitions from the owners' time spent living in Asia. The owners were friendly and have a well-maintained home. The breakfast was delicious. I left wishing I had another day to spend in their lovely garden.

We had a wonderful stay! Our room was beautiful and the deck just perfect for enjoying this weather! The extras they add really do make the stay. Big, fluffy towels by the whirlpool, bath salts and bubble bath, tea lights, robes. A nice stereo to play either an iPod or just listen to the radio or Sirius. A fridge with complimentary pop and water, the cheese and crackers in the room when you check in and not to mention a bottle of wine! Breakfast was delicious. We will definitely be returning for another visit.

We really enjoyed our stay at The Elephant Walk. The rooms are decorated with artifacts from the owner's travels throughout SE Asia, which was really fun for a trivia buff like me. I love to hear the stories behind the objects. Breakfast was excellent and we had a really nice visit with the owners. We would highly recommend The Elephant Walk!

Rooms were beautiful, breakfast was AmAzInG, and staff was very nice & friendly. Stillwater is a beautiful place to visit in the fall. We will definitely be back to The Elephant Walk again!!

The Elephant Walk is a beautiful place to stay! We stayed in the Raffles room and it was fabulous, private and extremely cozy!! We especially loved the complimentary champange and cheese/fruit tray! Rita was wonderful and welcoming, and breakfast was SOOOO good!

Great owners! It seems they anticipated every possible need. For those of you that see the "little things", you will be impressed. Very nice cheese selection (no cheap stuff) Towels and sheets as good, or better, than 5 star hotels!

This was our first stay ever in a B&B and I have to say, I was VERY impressed. The food was phenomenal and tasted fantastic, and made use of so many fresh and in season ingredients. The fresh flower garnishes from the amazingly beautiful gardens were a lovely touch. The house was beautifully decorated and I felt like I had been whisked away to another country. Mike and Rita were SO friendly and welcoming. Our room (the Rangoon) was beautifully decorated and cozy, just what we were looking for. The wine and cheese plate each night was wonderful as was the fridge stocked full of soda and water. It was my birthday and my girlfriend had contacted Rita about getting a cake, and she was nice enough to take care of all that, and even wished him Happy Birthday when we checked it, but the best surprise was the sparkler placed in his dessert at breakfast the next morning. There were also several bikes available to ride and a gazebo out back with those most beautiful wooden furniture I have ever seen. Those special touches made our stay even more wonderful and we will definitely be back.

The place was really outstanding! I loved getting a full bottle of wine and cheese spread when getting to the room, and the room itself had everything/anything you could have wanted. The house and grounds itself were fun to walk around and see everything. I definitely recommend this!

I was drawn to The Elephant Walk because the decor wasn't the typical Victorian B&B. And I wasn't disappointed. Everywhere I looked was something interesting and unusual - that alone could have kept me busy for an evening. The grounds were beautiful and relaxing. The room was clean and quiet. A bottle of wine was already chilled and waiting for us when we arrived. There were more than enough towels even with a relaxing soak in the jacuzzi. Coffee was already out even for us early risers. Breakfast was exquisite. In short, I didn't want for anything and couldn't have had more enjoyable stay.

Excellent service my husband and I would go back again , The room was so beautiful and Rita and Mike the owners are wonderful.

This was our first Bed and Breakfast experience and it was fantastic. The rooms, service, breakfast far exceeded our expectations and the highlight was meeting new friends over a delicious breakfast! We would highly recommend this Bed Breakfast to everyone.

We stayed at the Elephant Walk on a whim, and were pleasantly surprised. It's an extremely unique experience, and we plan to return!

We loved out visit to Elephant Walk! Gorgeous decor, excellent service, charming environment. Highly recommend it!

Surprised my husband with a night at the Elephant Walk. It was better than I expected and I had high expectations after reading all the reviews online. We were the only guests that night so the other rooms were open to look at and every room is gorgeous. Rita was lovely and the breakfast was delicious. It is so nice to have the bottle of wine with the cheese and crackers, what a fantastic late night treat that we enjoyed sitting on the balcony our room had. I would recommend this B&B to anyone and we will be returning as soon as possible.

We stayed in the Cadiz room and had a wonderful time. There were so many interesting objects in the room to look at that the owners collect on their travels. The food was outstanding, we stuffed ourselves with the delicious breakfast. It was extremely romantic to be able to sit out on the deck at night and stargaze. Overall we had a great time. The reason I give cleanliness 3 out of 5 is because when I was making tea in the morning I poured sugar into my cup and two ants came out. However everything else in the room was extremely clean and presentable. We would recommend.

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Yikes! We were aware of this most probably the day after the guests were here. We used a pour spout sugar pourer and had no idea that we had ants in the room. We try to be environmental friendly and not use sprays unless we see a problem,(spiders in the fall). So sorry that this happened but you could not see the ants in the sugar, Nancy dropped the container and saw 2 ants! So sorry. Rita

- Rita (innkeeper)

My husband and I celebrated our 23rd anniversary at The Elephant Walk. We stayed in the Cadiz room and loved it. Our favorite parts of the stay: the wine, cheese and crackers in the room; the beautiful, private patio; and the scrumptious breakfast. Rita was delightful to talk and listen to, and she recommended a great restaurant for dinner--Marx Bistro.

For folks looking for something other than a Laura Ashley B&B experience, look no further. The Elephant Walk is a unique gem of a place. The room was amazing; the food was excellent; and the proprietors were kind and so accommodating.

The couple that ran the "Elephant Walk" were wonderful and very interesting. The accommodations were remarkable!

The Elephant Walk Bed and Breakfast is the best! Everything was perfect. I would recommend it to anyone. Go Rita and Mike!

We absolutely loved staying in the Cadiz room at The Elephant Walk. The room & amenities were amazing and the food was out of this world! Rita and Mike go above and beyond to make your stay enjoyable- you get a bottle of wine, cheeses, crackers, nuts and chocolate for each night of your stay. There's satellite radio, wifi, games, books, soda, water, coffee and tea available in the room. We loved the room so much that we ended up spending far more time staying in than we had intended- it was just so relaxing. My only criticism is that the bathroom is tiny - this was not a problem for me so much, but my husband is quite tall and could barely fit. But honestly the rest of the room is so great that it didn't matter. We will definitely be back!!

We had a fabulous time at the Elephant Walk! We stayed in the Raffles room, which was beautifully luxurious. The grounds & gardens are so peaceful & lovely, and Mike & Rita were super friendly and helpful. We can hardly wait to come back! We are recommending it to all our friends.

We had never stayed at a bed and breakfast before so I wasn't sure what to expect. First impression of the space was that it was cluttered. I understand the want/need to decorate but it felt like the only open floor spaces were the pathways from room to room and seating area to seating area. On the flip side, I was blown away at the quaility and quantity of the breakfast served! The stuffed french toast was wonderful!!!

Walkable distance to town. Bed was beautiful and relatively comfortable. Nice jacuzzi tub and fun decor. Breakfast was outstanding!

This place is beautiful both inside and out. The hosts are attentive, but not overbearing. We appreciated coming in after a long day to a bottle of bubbly, yummy chesse and crackers, and a relaxing room. We would most certainly stay there again.

Charming and intimate. The owner welcomes you into her world, and its a very exotic and cozy one. Breakfast with the other guests is a wonderful way to meet new people. The room was very comfortable and had an ample supply of yummy treats to snack on. Our room also came with a complimentary bottle of wine, cheese, chocolates and fruit. The bathtub was big enough to live in. Beautiful room, big bed, delicious breakfast and treats, a tranquil garden. The Elephant Walk is a great value, all for the same price as a regular hotel. Definitely will recommend this B&B!

The Elephant walk is an excellent place to relax and recharge ones batteries. With cozy rooms, and few distractions the elephant walk ensures a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of the everyday.

Absolutely beautiful place to stay. The scenery outside and decore on the inside is exquisite. The room/jacuzzi was wonderful! We had a 3 course breakfast that was to die for. We would recommend The Elephant Walk to anyone.

The absolute friendliness of everyone we encountered. The food was delicious and we appreciated the portions which were enough to enjoy the delicious food and not an 'ugh' we ate too much food. Everything was very, very tasteful. Our only regret was that we had not booked a second night.

We were only able to stay one night and look forward to returning in the future. The Asian decor inside and out provided a sensual escape. The breakfast was delicious and the my gluten intolerance pleasantly accommodated.

If you want a relaxing romantic night this is the place. The room with the roof top balcony was perfect! The breakfast was the best I have ever had!

The room (Rangoon, for us) was great, the house was great, Rita and Mike were great, and the food was outstanding. Would HAPPILY go back.

Our first experience with the B&B and we loved it! The Elephant Walk was absolutely wonderful, and both mornings we got to enjoy a very excellent breakfast! A great location as we were able to walk downtown to experience Stillwater. If we go back to Stillwater we will surely be staying at The Elephant Walk again....

My husband and I went there to celebrate our anniversary. The room was lovely And the breakfast was very fancy.

My boyfriend and I had a GREAT experience at the Elephant Walk! The wine and cheese upon arrival was great. We spent the evening playing board games that were in the room and enjoying the sights of Stillwater. The breakfast the next morning was just as great. If we could have afforded it, we would have stayed longer. I cannot wait to return soon.

My wife and I needed a relaxing weekend away. Rita and Mike far exceeded our expectations. The food was ridiculously tasty and filling, the wine and cheese were delicious. The room was not the usual doily laden BB. Felt more like a luxury hotel. We will definitively be staying again at The Elephant Walk.

ABSOLUTELY, wonderful! Hospitality was superb and very kind. There was so much to look at especially all around the house. Breath taking. It's like Thailand in Minnesota!

A beautiful room, was quiet. My husband and I enjoyed the back yard as well. Breakfast was amazing

we loved the room!!! every little detail was thought through to make this weekend unforgettable

My husband I stayed at the Elephant Walk B&B for a week (our anniversary) and loved everything! We stayed in the Chiang Mai which was wonderfully decorated. Every drawer or door you open has something interesting. I didn't expect a three course gourmet (and so delicious every day) breakfast at all. The garden at the back of the house is extraordinary with lots of places to hang out. We had intended several day trips but found the B&B so relaxing, that we didn't leave Stillwater. Rita and Mike are excellent hosts ... loved listening to Rita's stories. I highly recommend the Elephant Walk B&B for anyone wanting a taste of the exotic without needing a passport.

Enjoyed our stay at the Elephant Walk. Our room was very comfortable with its own deck. It was very private, quiet and comfortable. Rita was a delight and prepared a delicious breakfast that was very tasty!

A true gem... This victorian mansion is filled with exotic and lovely things from Thailand and beyond. It is an adventure to stay here. One not to be missed. Rita and Mike are such amazing hosts. You will feel right at home. They made my husband and I special meals because we don't eat some things and they were outstanding. This was our 6th visit and we loved each one more than the next... Hope you will as well... Oh and the linens are top of the line as is everything else.

My wife and I biked up the Gateway Trail to Stillwater from Minneapolis. When we arrived, we soothed our tired legs in the hot tub. The best breakfast we've ever had in a B&B. We highly recommend Elephant Walk.

My husband and I have visited the Elephant Walk four times and each time, was better than the time before. The rooms are simply beautiful, and we enjoy a low-key relaxed wine-and-cheese hour in our room. The breakfast is delightful...we always look forward to seeing what Rita and Mike dish up. Would really recommend this B&B! Hayley & Javier Coon Rapids Minn.

The Elephant Walk is a wonderful place to stay! The house is decorated in such a unique style I couldn't stop looking around at all of her collections. The room was decorated wonderfully and the double jacuzzi tub was awesome. We kind of slept though breakfast but had a fruit plate and a scone. It was delicious! Rita and Mike are excellent hosts and I would not hesitate to stay here again.

This was our third visit to Elephant Walk. As always, Rita, Mike and the rest of the staff made our stay perfection. We are always at a loss, stay in all day and relax in our wonderful room, or go the few blocks into beautiful downtown Stillwater? This stay, relaxing in the room was the key to success! We are rested, relaxed and rejuvenated.

Place was clean. Rita was very nice and took care of us very well. Excellent food. Only thing bothered me was that there was some bad odor in the room where we stayed. we ere in Rangoon. I am not sure where the smell was coming from but we got rid of it by spraying some room freshener.

I wanted to surprise my boyfriend with a night away for his birthday and our 2 year aniversary. Either one of us had ever been to a bed and breakfast, the Elaphant Walk was a very unique and pleasant place to stay. The room was fantastic. Being at a bed and breakfast we didn't know how much privacy we would have, it seemed like we were the only ones there! We deffinately want to go back. We also really enjoyed that fact that is was walking distance to Main Street in Stillwater.

My wife and I celebrated our anniversary with an escape to Stillwater and found the Elephant Walk to be a great place to stay! The food was absolutely wonderful for breakfast; we didn't really need lunch! We stayed in both the Rangoon and the Garden Cadiz rooms. We loved the decor and comfort of both. The Rangoon had a longer tub but we loved the deck overlooking the garden in the Garden Cadiz. We look forward to our next escape to Stillwater and will definitely stay at the Elephant Walk again.

Not your ordinary B and B. Recommendation from a friend led us to this wonderful place. Our fifth stay in four years. Rita and Mike are gracious and welcoming hosts. Breakfasts are extraordinary, unique, flavorful, delicious...a fruit and homemade scone beginning, followed by a unique "meal" egg creation, and then a dessert. When staying here, it feels like time stops still for awhile, and the unique decor from their many travels provides for a feeling of an exotic escape. Definitely will return. :)

I found the B&B very interesting. There were many items to look at and discuss. The garden area was very nice and is still be improved. The house is located in a residential area but the privacy from our room is still maintained. Many trees and plants around help this. I was very amused and relaxed at the B&B. Thank you very much for a memorable stay.

Rita & Mike just do a great job with this B&B. Wonderful rooms and great surroundings. Excellent Breakfast....Thanks Much !!

We received a gift certificate for a wedding present and had to use it by the end of the month, since my husband was deployed for 6 months and really enjoyed our time at the Elephant Walk! We stayed in the Rattan Room and it was very relaxing and beautifully decorated! The wine, cheese, grapes, nuts and chocolates waiting for us when we arrived was a great way to start our stay and the breakfast was an amazing and delicous work of art! I hightly recommend the Elephant Walk and it also makes for a perfect gift! Thank you Rita & Mike for sharing your amazing house with others!

We had such a pleasant experience at the Elephant Walk that we wished we had booked an additional night. It felt like we were in a dreamland and the rest of the world melted away. The main livingroom of the room was filled with interesting artifacts from Mike and Rita's travels. The individual rooms were each unique and beautifuly decorated - almost magical. We enjoyed the complementary bottle of wine, fruit and cheese plate, jacuzzi, candles, gardens, private deck, screened in porch, and fabulous gourment breakfast.

The Elephant Walk was a great stay. The owners took good care of you, ensuring that all your needs were met. The rooms were unique and romantic, and the food was exceptional!"

This was our second trip to the Elephant Walk. Rita is an enjoyable host, the homemade crackers with cheese fruit and wine are a lovely touch, and the rooms are run and romantic. We love bed and breakfasts but aren't into the flowery frilly decor found in many Victorian houses. The Elephant Walk suits our style very well. Rita sells Southeast Asian treasures collected from her yearly trips in the common area downstairs, and those are fun to look through too. The breakfast is very tasty, garnished with edible plants and flowers from the Elephant Walk garden. Highly recommended.

Rita and Mike were great! We stayed for our 5 year anniversary and it was perfect. The rooms are amazing and all the little amenities that they think about makes the stay exceptional. We will be back hopefully every year for our anniversary and maybe some more times in between.

This was a great place to stay while we were in Stillwater for a wedding. Rita immediately made us feel like we were part of the family. And the decor? To say it's eclectic is an understatement. Rita and Mike's tenure in Southeast Asia is evident everywhere, turning a turn-of-the-century Victorian into something altogether unique. And those meals? Wow, incredible. The only way to go away hungry or unsatisfied is to not go to breakfast, which is a four course panoply of delight. I can't say I would stay here on a regular basis (I live in New Mexico and can't afford Stillwater most of the time), I would happily recommend it to anyone who wants a wonderfully unique and beautiful place to stay.

We had a delightful time at this lovely home which is an exotic spot with the strong, lush presence of Thailand housed in a beautiful Victorian mansion. Rita and Mike have such a vibrant artistic sense that lies behind the inside, outside and the food of the Elephant Walk.

My husband and I stayed in the cadiz room for our mini-moon and it was a perfect little romantic hideaway. The extras provided (wine, beverages, and snack basket) were great! The breakfasts were delightful; delicious and beautiful. Rita and Mike do great work decorating and gardening; it seemed as though we were walking into a whole new beautiful world, even though we were minutes away from downtown stillwater. Rita and Mike are very friendly, pleasant and welcoming hosts.

We stayed for two nights and enjoyed them thoroughly. We were greeted each evening with wine, cheese and fruit. The morning breakfast's were awesome. Thanks Rita for a positive experience!

My wife and I stayed at the Elephant Walk B&B in the raffles room. Everything was excellent for our stay. Rita our host was very helpful. Highlights were the cascading waterfall whirpool, Cool west Indies theme room and the brekfast the next morning was excellent. We were provided bikes to drive down into downtown, and enjoyed the garden in the back yard. In all an excellent trip. The rate could have been less but the experience was more than we expected!! We will be back again..........Craig & Kara Lewandowski

I HIGHLY recommend a stay at this bed and breakfast for any occasion. It is a spectacular, beautiful building with genuinely hospitable people.

The Elephant Walk B&B is not only a quiet and peaceful retreat, it is chock full of the most interesting array of goodies from SE Asia, mainly Viet Nam, Cambodia and Thailand. Shortly after we arrived, we received a tray of yummy cheeses and crisp wafers to enjoy with sparkling cider (normally wine, but we passed on that). Then, after a very comfortable night in a cozy bed, complete with soft white netting gracefully swirled above our heads, we were served the most scrumptious breakfast!! Fruit, muffins, puffy french toast were all spectacular and voraciously devoured. We would highly recommend a trip to Stillwater and a stay at The Elephant Walk! Hosts Rita and Mike have traveled extensively and their stories are very interesting and entertaining.

The Elephant Walk is a 'not-to-be-missed' opportunity to relax and be pampered. The food is amazing, the hosts are warm, engaging and interesting, the parlors are inviting and fascinating... best of all, the rooms are intimate, private, and lovely. Rooms are equipped with the finest amenities, a whirlpool bath, wine and cheese, and gurgling fountains. You will not be disappointed.

We were treated to a wonderful weekend at the Elephant Walk and have recommended it to all of our friends and family. Good food, Good Company, very relaxing.

Our room was incredibly charming. There's little details of art from Southeast Asia everywhere we looked. From the home made crackers with a great variety of cheese to the wonderful 4 course breakfast with a non-stop coffee source, (Rita!), we felt very pampered. We really enjoyed walking in the back yard; very lush and again, the artwork tucked every little place we looked. We only stayed a night, but truly felt rejuvenated by the time we left.

Wonderful experience. Friendly hostess. We will definitely be back.

The Elephant Walk was fantastic in all ways imaginable. Rita is a warm/entertaining host who has gone to great lengths to create an amazing ambience.

Our stay in the Raffles room for our ten year anniversary was magnificent. Rita’s attention to detail in decor is wonderfully detailed. The food was divine. We’re booking now for a stay later this summer.

My husband and I were very pleased with The Elephant Walk. It's a unique experience amongst all of the other Victorian style Bed and Breakfasts in Stillwater. The rooms are filled with artifacts from various countries and everything was very clean and cozy. Soft lighting and classical music welcome you to your room (along with a bottle of wine and homemade cheese and crackers). The best part for us was the jacuzzi in the room (we stayed in The Raffles) complete with candles, bubble bath, and bath salts. It was also nice having complimentary water and soft drinks in the room. The breakfast was fresh pineapple, a homemade scone, stuffed french toast with sausage, and a little slice of decadent, chocolate, torte-like cake. The owners were very hospitable and friendly. We would definitely stay there again.

In the past, we always stayed at different B&Bs, but when I found The Elephant Walk we found the best so that is the only one we go to now. Stillwater has a lot of great restaurants and shopping.

We stayed at the Elephant Walk (Cadiz Garden Suite) for 2 nights this past weekend. I can't say enough how amazed we were! It was my first time staying in a B&B, and I'm forever glad we chose the Elephant Walk. Sasha was our host and was incredible. The room was perfect, the company was awesome, and the breakfast divine! Can't wait to go back!

This B&B is an amazing place. Not only did the staff make us feel special, we felt like we were back in Chang-Mai. This most amazingly decorated room (Chang-Mai) and house, (Thailand duplicated) was just what we needed to celebrate our 31st anniversary. When you choose a B&B do not pass up on this experience.

Our stay was fantastic as always. The food the room the ambiance wonderful. This is the best B & B in Minnesota! My Wife and I have been to 8 Different B and B's The Elephant Walk is the best.

My partner and I had a wonderful time at the Elephant Walk B&B. Sasha was such a gracious host. The rooms were exceptional. The Elephant Walk made us feel welcome and comfortable the moment we arrived. Will definitely return.

I highly recommend the Elephant Walk for a romantic, relaxing, full service Bed & Breakfast. The Raffles room was amazing and the welcome package made you feel right at home the moment you stepped into your room. Breakfast was bountiful and delicious, and the staff were very friendly and hospitable. A great place for a getaway!

I couldn't stop smiling from th second we stepped foot in the house. Everything was absolutely amazing. I recommend the Raffles room.

We stayed this past weekend in the Cadiz Suite. It was wonderful & truly relaxing. The decor is very inviting & the whirlpool was great. As always the breakfast was fabulous & we very much appreciated topping off our quiet, kid-free weekend with breakfast in our room. Thank you for the hospitality!

It almost seemed customized to our very own tastes, religious background, and interests. It was a very excellent stay away from home. We are definitely looking forward to staying again.

Sasha was the most gracious host I have ever encountered. From the wine and cheese basket waiting in our room to the cozy fireplaces, the mouthwatering breakfast in bed-Everything was perfect! We will be back soon, and cannot wait to visit again this summer. Thank you!!

This was our third visit to the Elephant Walk. As we parked our car we were already discussing when we would return for our fourth. We are always warmly greeted by the staff and the entire atmosphere of our stay is warm and friendly. The food and wine provided never fail to please us and it's always a treat to see what we'll be surprised with at breakfast. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and beutifully as well as interestingly decorated. What a gem we have found!

Our stay at the Elephant Walk was wonderful. The wine, cheese, and crackers each night were an excellent addition to the already beautiful room. The four course breakfast each morning was delicious! The rooms were amazing, and the location was great. Walking distance to spas, restraunts, and shopping. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We can't wait to go back for our anniversary next year!

Every detail was thought of, the hostess was lovely and accommodating, the rooms beautiful and comfortable. I would move in if I could!!

We went here for a winter time "staycation," as we couldn't afford a warm weather destination. They were so flexible with us and didn't seem to mind that we didn't leave our room for nearly 24 hours! The champagne and cheese and cracker tray were such amazing touches, and that paired with the fire and the whirlpool made suffering through a MN blizzard not a problem at all! I have been to several B&B's, and this ranks among the best!

Wonderful place to stay. Very quiet and cozy. Fun decor and great food!

It was our first bed and breakfast experience. It was AMAZING!!! We had a great time just feeling pampered. They go the above and beyond in every aspect at the elephant walk. The room was beautiful and cozy! Breakfast was superb, and the hosts were fantastic. My husband and I both had our woes about doing the whole B&B thing. We thought it might be awkward checking in to someones house, breakfast may be uncomfortable with other people, my husband was worried about the lack of T.V. (ha!). All of worries were pretty much cast away the second we walked in. It was a very warm, inviting atmosphere! I would recommend it to ANYONE!

Everything was Outstanding!!! including the wonderful breakfast, fresh fruit, the best stuffed french toast I have ever had, great! coffee and awesome hospitality. All of this while the owners were on vacation. Hat's off to the owners Daughter and Son-in-law, you made it the best over night get away my Husband and I have had in a long time.

This was our first experience at a Bed and Breakfast and it totally exceeded our expectations! After a day of skiing this was the icing on the cake. Sasha was the perfect host and made us feel comfortable right away. It feels like you are walking into a different world at the Elephant Walk. There is so many treasures to look at and discover. There was cheese, crackers and food waiting for us in the room. We even had our own fireplace and jacuzzi! We slept soundly and woke up to a wonderful breakfast that was beautifully prepared. It was the prefect weekend trip!

A very nice B & B with great (and plentiful) Southeast Asian accents everywhere. The house is lovingly maintained, and is on a charming property. The staff was really friendly, and enjoyed chatting with us for a long while after the elegant and tasty breakfast. A very good deal for the price.

We had an exceptional time during our stay at the Elephant Walk. The breakfast was fantastic and the service couldn't have been better. My only complaint would be that I'm tall and the bed was a little short...I couldn't stretch out, so I didn't sleep that well, otherwise everything was great.

My wife and I always enjoy to come back to the Elephant walk which we do about once every 2 years since we stayed there after our wedding 8 years ago! The decor is very unique and it's always fun to look at everything Rita and Mike have collected. The rooms are very comfortable and there is always a nice treat waiting when you get there. Last but not least they serve an incredible breakfast- we especially love the cream cheese stuffed french toast. Thank yo again for a nice stay and we will for sure be back!

We love Minnesota winters and all, but this was a the perfect reprieve for a weekend. It is immediately apparent that the adornments and inspiration of the home is an authentic accumulation of experiences abroad. Service was excellent, the hosts crafted one of the best breakfast spreads we've had--and the cheese & wine platter put us over the edge in bliss. Thank you for a wonderful time!

When I booked my reservation at the Elephant Walk, I had never been to a bed and breakfast and was excited to try it out for my boyfriend's birthday. We both enjoyed ourselves, not only was the room more than I bargained for, the atmosphere was cozy and friendly. We were very lucky to have had shared the B&B with two other great and friendly couples. I would definitely recommend the Elephant Walk, and I would definitely try another B&B again.

Great place! The owner was fantastic! Breakfast was delectable!

We stayed in the Rangoon room- it was great. Breakfast was great but I would have preferred to have been able to eat in my room with my man.

The elephant walk is so unlike the traditional B&B. The decor in each room is fascinating and very well done. The bed is comfy with bedding that makes you never want to get out. Rita is a lovely hostess- so interesting as well as interested. I recommend Th Elephant Walk to anyone staying in Stillwater.

We had a pleasant stay. The food was excellent. All and all a good experience.

Made arrangements for a complicated personal scheduling conflict and was very accommodating for anything we needed or wanted. Breakfast was great and the company was even better!

We have traveled near and far and stayed in many B and B's, this is a unique experiece. There is so much to see here that you can hardly take it all in. The tray of fruits, nuts, and homemade crackers plus a bottle of wine are a special touch that you don't often see. It was a wonderful stay in a the beautiful city of Stillwater.

Rita was a wonderful host! The conversation at the breakfast table was stimulating. The food was delicious. The room was small, but beautiful. The decor was inspiring. I would stay in this B&B again, for sure!

So many thoughtful touches that made our stay a real delight. It was a real treat, and we will definitely be back.