Bird House Inn & Gardens
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.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Nearest major city: Minneapolis, MN (20 miles)
- Nearest major airport: Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis-St. Paul Intl.) 25 miles
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms
- There are 7 guest accommodations (5 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 79.00 and $ 219.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 79.00 and $ 219.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00
- Other Accommodations: Suites
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| DVD Player | Fireplace |
| Hot tub/whirlpool tub | Internet Service |
| Ironing Board | Satellite/Cable TV |
| TV | Telephone |
| Wi-Fi | |
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| On Site | |
| Bath robes | Board games |
| CD player | Computer |
| Copier | Data port |
| Fax Machine | Library |
| Piano | Radio |
| Videos | Washer/dryer |
| Wedding Facilities | |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Complimentary snacks 24/7 | Bicycles including double-bike |
Meals
- A Full on Weekends, Continental-plus on weekdays breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 9 AM
- Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
- Additional food services included in room rate: Complimentary snacks and drinks 24/7
- Our signature dish is Stuffed French Toast
Policies
- No minimum stay required
- Smoking is not allowed
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Children are welcome (Children recommended in suites that are well separated)
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Non-alchoholic complimentary, alchoholic bring your own)
- Check in time is 4:30-6:00 PM and Check out time is 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. - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Minnesota Bed & Breakfast Guild (an affiliate of the MN Hotel & Lodging Association)
- Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:| | | (Call for details) | |
| | | Multi-night | |
| | | Off-season | |
| | | Weekday | |
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Dave & Gretchen Wahlstedt
- The innkeepers speak: English, Spanish
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
Onsite or Nearby Activities
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
Excelsior Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Excelsior, Minnesota.