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  • The extraordinary A G Thomson House Bed and Breakfast, a Duluth Bed and Breakfast overlooking majestic Lake Superior nestled in the heart of the Congdon Mansion District.

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  • A.G. Thomson House Video: DULUTH AND MINNESOTA'S #1 BED AND BREAKFAST ON TRIP ADVISOR...the A.G. Thomson House, a Duluth MN Bed and Breakfast, sits nestled in tranquility amid towering pines on 2 acres of seclusion and privacy in Duluth's Historic Congdon Mansion District overlooking majestic Lake Superior. Casual comfort combined with graceful and classic elegance of our 1909 Dutch Colonial will captivate you as you retreat in warmth, comfort and relaxation. We are here for you...warm hospitality and a sense of "home" will surround you as you step into timeless beauty and inspired details. Our welcoming sign "Enter as strangers, Leave as Friends" is taken to heart. Our Inn features seven (7) beautiful, spacious guest rooms with modern amenities such as whirlpools, fireplaces, A/C, LCD/HDTV/DVD, iPod docking stations, free wi-fi, and much more! Embrace the warmth and comfort of the captivating fire, bask in the warm sun and freshness of the Lake Superior air on our grand veranda, cozy up with a great book in our alluring sunroom, gently sway yourself to sleep in one of our hammocks, or cuddle with your special someone while watching your favorite movie. Whatever your inclination or whatever the season, the A.G. Thomson House Bed and Breakfast welcomes you to retreat, relax, reconnect, and rejuvenate... **Voted Best Bed and Breakfast, Best Hotel, and Best In-Room Dining in the Twin Ports by Duluth~Superior Magazine! **Named a Top Ten Coziest Place to Stay in the United States by Trip Advisor! **Named a Top Ten Most Romantic Place to Stay in the United States by iLoveInns! **Awarded Best Amenities by LanierBB! **Named by Minnesota Monthly-Inn Style a Top Ten Bed and Breakfast!

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    #1 BED AND BREAKFAST in the COUNTRY - 2012 Traveler's Choice Award Winner! SELECTED BY MIDWEST LIVING MAGAZINE AS A TOP 30 "BEST B & B" IN THE ENTIRE MIDWEST...the A.G. Thomson House, a Duluth MN Bed and Breakfast, sits nestled in tranquility amid towering pines and stunning, award winning gardens on 2 acres of seclusion and privacy in Duluth's Historic Congdon Mansion District overlooking majestic Lake Superior. Casual comfort combined with graceful and classic elegance of our 1909 Dutch Colonial will captivate you as you retreat in warmth, comfort and relaxation. We are here for you...warm hospitality and a sense of "home" will surround you as you step into timeless beauty and inspired details. Our welcoming sign "Enter as strangers, Leave as Friends" is taken to heart. Our Inn features seven (7) beautiful, spacious guest rooms with modern amenities such as whirlpools, fireplaces, A/C, LCD/HDTV/DVD, iPod docking stations, free wi-fi, and much more! Embrace the warmth and comfort of the captivating fire, bask in the warm sun and freshness of the Lake Superior air on our grand veranda, cozy up with a great book in our alluring sunroom, gently sway yourself to sleep in one of our hammocks, stroll the private, secluded grounds of our award winning gardens, or cuddle with your special someone while watching your favorite movie. Whatever your inclination or whatever the season, the A.G. Thomson House Bed and Breakfast welcomes you to retreat, relax, reconnect, and rejuvenate... **Selected by MIDWEST LIVING as a Top 30 B&B in the entire Midwest region! **Voted Best Bed and Breakfast, Best Hotel, Best Amenities, Best Romantic Getaway, and Best In-Room Dining in the Twin Ports by Duluth~Superior Magazine! **Named a Top Ten Coziest Place to Stay in the United States by Trip Advisor! **Named a Top Ten Most Romantic Place to Stay in the United States by iLoveInns! **Awarded Best Amenities by LanierBB! **Named by Minnesota Monthly-Inn Style a Top 10 B & B!

    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • Some ASL

    • English


    Number of Dogs: 1

    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • 2 secluded acres overlooking Lake Superior

    • Award winning gardens

    • Casual comforts

    • Named a "Best B & B" by Midwest Living Magazine

    • Trip Advisor's #1 Bed and Breakfast in Duluth & MN

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • CD player

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Telephone

    • Videos

    Other Amenities:

    • Iron

    • Magnifying mirrors

    • Flat Irons

    • Ipod Docking Station

    • Complimentary Beverages

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  • Salyards Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $189/$239

    Spacious second floor room with French Country motif featuring a beautifully carved Queen bed with cozy feather mattress, private bath, and oversized whirlpool for two. View the moonlight reflecting off Lake Superior right from your bed. Our most romantic room, especially recommended for your honeymoon or anniversary!

    Ryerson Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $189/$249

    Romantic 2nd floor room with 4-poster Queen feather bed and aero massage queen size whirlpool tub - super hygienic. View the moonlight reflecting off Lake Superior or the glorious fire eminating from the fireplace while relaxing in your romantic bed. You’ll also enjoy the extra space and garden views from the private wood-paneled sunroom with charming electric fireplace and large comfortable sofa (can accommodate 3rd person at $50/night).

    Mayor's Chamber

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $169/$199

    Very stately second floor room with Queen bed, in-room double whirlpool, gas fireplace, and private bath. The rich colors of the uniquely patterned wallpaper and plush hearth rug give this room a regal feeling that has made it a guest favorite.

    Hewitt Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $169/$219

    Bright and spacious second floor room featuring a gorgeous King-size sleigh bed, private bath with classic deep clawfoot tub, and nice views of Lake Superior. But the thing you'll enjoy most about this room in summer and fall is sitting outdoors on your own private terrace overlooking the lake.

    North Shore Retreat

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$179

    Both of our cozy second floor carriage house rooms feature a unique Queen bed, in-room double whirlpool, charming gas fireplace, and private bath. Partial Lake Superior views, framed by large Spruce and Pine trees just outside your window.

    Brule River Retreat

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$179

    Both of our cozy second floor carriage house rooms feature a Queen bed sleigh bed, in-room double whirlpool, charming gas fireplace, LCD HDTV/DVD and private bath. The Brule River Retreat, with its sopisticated and rich sleigh bed, has a classic motif. Partial Lake Superior views, framed by large Spruce and Pine trees just outside your window.

    Lake Superior Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $259/$299

    As impressive as its namesake, this very spacious and luxurious suite has it all! Elegant cherry wood décor featuring a King-size bed, private bath with shower, leather sofa fronting a ledge stone fireplace, and HydroMassage tub for two (featuring thousands of relaxing bubbles created by 26 jets of heated air). A French door opens onto your own private deck shaded by towering pines. The refrigerator, microwave, and coffeemaker are an added bonus. Fully handicapped accessible, with a separate ground floor entrance. We think you'll agree this is among the most stunning B&B guest room in Duluth!

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 4:00 - 6:00 pm    Check out: 11:00 am

    • Minimum stay: 2 nights on weekends (some rooms available for 1 night weekend stay, Nov-May)

    • Deposit amount required: Greater of one night stay or 50 percent; including any add on packages.

    • Cancellations: A full refund of your deposit (less $75 service fee) will be offered for cancellations 30 or more days in advance of your scheduled stay. We regret we cannot offer any refund for cancellations less than 30 days prior to arrival unless we are able to rebook your room.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Corporate/Government rates
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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full Homemade

    • Time Served: 9:00 am

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area, Guest room

    Signature Dish

    the White Chocolate Craisin Scone
    A decadent and delicious way to start the morning. This pastry is the most requested recipe at the AG Thomson House; you will never look at a scone the same way again! You will savor the white chocolate melting in your mouth and marvel at how moist this scone is!

    Special meal options

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Vegan, Gluten Free

    Additional food services

    • Complimentary evening wine

    • Juice

    • Snack bars

    • Soda

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  • Location Type

    • 7 blocks from Lake Superior

    • in Duluth's Historic Congdon Mansion District

    • on 2 secluded park-like acres

    • City

    City

    • Directions to property:

    Airport

    • Duluth, MN (DLH)

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Historic Canal Park

    • Glensheen Mansion

    • Lake Superior Railroad Museum

    • Health Spa / Massage

    • North Shore Scenic Drive

    • Great Lakes Aquarium

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Jogging Trails

    • Snowshoeing

    • Alpine & Nordic Skiing

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    Breathtaking and sophisticated B&B

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    My husband and I celebrated out Anniversery at the A.G. Thomson House last September. We stayed in the Lake Superior Suite. The room was so comfortable and very large. It was really clean and the decorating was beyond my expectations. The room had a deck that overlooked a private wooded area. We spent a lot of time watching birds and wild life on the deck. This was our first time experiancing a breakfast. Angie and Tim were really welcoming and easy to talk with. They made you feel right at home. The food was amazing and the grounds were groomed to perfection. We had a wonderful experiance and plan on visiting the A.G. Thomson House again in the near future. I highly recomend this B&B to people that want more of a sophisticated yet shabby chic feel!

    A nice place to stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Angie, the owner, was very pleasant and caring. The bed and breakfast was nicely decorated.

    Just Perfection!!!!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Angie and Tim--what a wonderful B&B you have created! My husband and I have never stayed at one before, but we know you have the others beat! The room was perfect! We loved the lights, the bed, the whirlpool, the fireplace, the sink, …. everything down to the doorknobs! I could go on and on. Suffice it to say it is all just perfect! The mansion itself is beautiful. The decorating of the living room, the dining room and the sun room is also just perfect. Don’t change a thing about this place! We especially appreciated all the little things Tim and Angie do for their guests. There are always baked goodies to eat downstairs. The complimentary drinks (both soft drinks and wine) are a very nice touch. Breakfast is delicious (and the room delivery is also a very nice touch). We will remember our stay always. Just when we think we’ve mentioned it all, we think of more things: first aid kits, games, and hundreds of movies. All these extras make this kind of accommodation very special. Tim and Angie are so very nice and should be very proud of what they have created. They were both born to do this. I have never seen a mansion so perfectly maintained. And Tim and Angie go out of their way for their guests. It can all be summed up in one word: PERFECT!

    Gracious innkeepers and amazing B&B!!!!!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We booked 3 nights at the Thompson House to unwind after Christmas and celebrate my wife's birthday. This has been the high point of our holiday! Tim & Angie are wonderful innkeepers and have created a very special get away. THey have thought of everything to make the stay special for their guests. Some of the things that stand out: extra big whirlpool tub for 2, breakfast delivered 2 your room, snacks and drinks provided, etc. Everything is so perfect you will not want to leave for a minute! We've stayed at many inns and can say this one truly stands ahead of the rest. I'm not usually one to write online reviews, in fact I've never done it until now. But I'm sumbitting this one and we don't actually check out until tomorrow! That's how happy we are with our choice. For those that are regular B&Bers you know it is the innkeepers that make or break a stay.....Tim & Angie will MAKE your stay!

    Tall Ship retreat

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We were able to stay at the A.G. Thomson House for 3 days and it was such a beautiful home. Tim and Angie are such a friendly couple who truly loved sharing their home and time with the guests. The breakfasts are amazing and I cannot wait to recreate some of Angie's wonderful dishes. The rooms are beautifully kept with all the amenties you could ever want. Tim and Angie are willing to accomodate all your needs and have gone the extra mile to include DVD's, games, cookies in the evenings for the guests pleasure. I hope I am able to return in the future. Mr. and Mrs. T---Olathe, Kansas

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