Bird House Inn & Gardens


  • Inn Details

    Welcome to our beautiful Victorian Italinate home built in 1858 and fully restored in 1994. We are located off Excelsior Bay on Lake Minnetonka, near some of the best shopping and restaurants in the Twin Cities. Our home over looks historic Water Street and is surrounded by beautiful gardens. This is the perfect spot for celebrating a special weekend or a fun getaway. We also accommodate business travelers looking for an enjoyable stay while away on business.


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • Spanish



    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Boating/Swimming

    • Shopping

    • Theater

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • DVD Player

    • Fireplace

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Radio

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Complimentary snacks 24/7

    • Bicycles including double-bike

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  • Nightly Rate

    $79 - $219

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 4:30-6:00 PM    Check out: 11 AM

    • Cancellations: Cancellations 14 days prior to reservation date is required for full refund. If less than a 14 day notice of cancellation is given refund will not be given unless room is able to be rebooked.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Non-alchoholic complimentary, alchoholic bring your own

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: Children recommended in suites that are well separated

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • (Call for details)

    • Multi-night

    • Off-season

    • Weekday

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full on Weekends, Continental-plus on weekdays

    • Time Served: 9 AM

    • Serving location: Dining Room


    Signature Dish

    Stuffed French Toast


    Special meal options


    Additional food services

    • Complimentary snacks and drinks 24/7

  • Location Type

    • Small town


    City

    • Minneapolis

    • Distance to city: 20 miles

    • Directions to property:


    Airport

    • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis-St. Paul Intl.) 25 miles


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Live theater

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

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    Write a review

    A Wonderful Experience!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


    • Overall 
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    My trip to Excelsior this past July was made even more delighful by my stay at this lovely Inn.


    OK!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


    • Overall 
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    My husband and I went to this b&b had a nice time but I guess did not meet my standards for a b&b. Was decorated a little outdated. Stayed at better ones. Would recommend at maybe a different time or for an older couple.


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