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Inn Details
"Quality Assured Inn" of the Minnesota Bed & Breakfast Guild. The Historic Rand House in Monticello, MN is part of Random-one of the last remaining large country estates built prior to the turn of the last century by leading Minneapolis families. Built as a wedding present to his bride, Susan Mealey, by Rufus Rand, heir to a natural gas lighting fortune, The Rand House served as the prominent family's summer home for more than 60 years. The estate's secluded four acre grounds include extensive flower gardens, New England style stone fences and hundreds of feet of luxurious lilac bushes ringing its perimeter. Now totally renovated, The Rand House has become a popular weekend retreat for history buffs and antiquers visiting the more than two dozen antique shops nearby. The Rand House is a very special place nearby, yet so far away in time and space. A place to relax. To escape. To think. To re-energize. Perhaps to dream a little. To get to know the person you thought you knew. To lose yourself in the charms of a grander, gentler time...
Innkeeper Information
Innkeepers Description:
Professional couple, husband and wife, who have personally saved and restored this rare historic country estate.
The innkeepers speak:

English
Features
Type:

Bed and Breakfast
Property Noted For:

Antiques/decor

Luxury

Nature

Peaceful getaway

Romantic escape
Amenities
Guest Room:

Air conditioning

Alarm clock

Radio
On Site:

BBQ grill

Board games

CD player

Computer

Conference Rooms

Copier

Fax Machine

Fireplace

Library

Piano

Private entrance

TV

Telephone

VCR

Videos

Wedding Facilities
Other Amenities:

Secluded and romantic estate setting.
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Beds
1 King
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Bathroom
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $0/$120
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Beds
1 Queen
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Bathroom
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $0/$90
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Beds
1 Queen
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Bathroom
Bathtub
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $0/$105
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Beds
1 Queen
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Bathroom
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $0/$75
Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check in: 4-6 PM Check out: 11 AM
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Deposit amount required: One night's lodging
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Cancellations: If you must cancel your reservation, we must have 14 days notice to give you a full refund of your deposit. Cancellations received with less than 14 days notice will be given a refund less a $10 service charge, if we are able to re-book the room with another party. No refund will be given if we are unable to fill the room.
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Open all year round: Y
General Policies
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Smoking allowed: No
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Guest pets allowed: No
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Drinking allowed: Yes
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Drinking description: wine and beer
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Drinks available: N
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Suitable for children: No
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Childcare provided: No
Discount type
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AAA
Percent off: 10%
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Breakfast
Type: Full
Serving location: Grand porch (in season), Solarium, Breakfast/dining area
Special meal options

Vegetarian
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Location Type

Countryside

Small town

Suburban
City
Minneapolis
Distance to city: 40 miles
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Directions to property:
I-94 west out of Minneapolis, exit at Hwy 25, turn right one block to 7th St., turn right, go 5 blocks east on 7th St. til you reach house on hill.
Airport
Minneapolis/St. Paul International
Directions to property:
Minneapolis/St. Paul International
Area Attractions

Antique Shopping

Aquarium

Beach

Historical interests

Museum

Nature area

45 minutes to Mall of America, major league sports.

Outlet Stores

Picnic area

Religious Services

River

Ski area

Bicycle riding trails

Canoeing

Cross-country ski trails

Downhill Skiing

Fishing

Golfing

Hiking trails

Horseback riding

Hunting

Nature trails, bird watching, near 25 antique shops.

Sailing

Shopping

Sight-seeing

Swimming

Swimming pool

Tennis courts

Tennis racket rental
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Another Wonderful Weekend
- Stayed on: 7 / 2010
- Reviewed on: 9/17/2010
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About the reviewer

55+ years old

Stays at B&Bs twice a year

Typically stays in moderate lodging

Was travelling for a weekend getaway
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Duffy and Merrill provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our getaway from city life. The room is beautiful and the food is fantastic.
The Rand House
- Stayed on: 10 / 2009
- Reviewed on: 12/9/2009
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About the reviewer

55+ years old

First time staying at a B&B

Typically stays in moderate lodging

Was travelling for a weekend getaway
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this was a delightful inn and restful respite from my day to day chaos. Thanks!
Many Happy Returns
- Stayed on: 9 / 2009
- Reviewed on: 9/24/2009
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55+ years old

Frequently stays at B&Bs

Typically stays in moderate lodging

Was travelling for a weekend getaway
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This was our 5th time at Rand House, and it was wonderful - as always. Duffy and Merrill take very good care of us. We love the Garden Room with it's 3 separate rooms. Breakfast was delicious and so beautifully presented I had to take a picture!
very nice and relaxing
- Stayed on: 7 / 2009
- Reviewed on: 8/6/2009
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About the reviewer

Between 36-45 years old

Frequently stays at B&Bs

Typically stays in premium lodging

Was travelling for a weekend getaway
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We had the perfect room with 2 porches, one closed in and one screened it!
Fantastic Inn, Wonderful Innkeepers!
- Stayed on: 7 / 2009
- Reviewed on: 8/5/2009
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About the reviewer

55+ years old

Stays at B&Bs twice a year

Typically stays in premium lodging

Was travelling for a weekend getaway
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The Rand House is beautifully restored and wonderfully run by Duffy and Merrill Busch, who treat their guests like great friends!
- Innkeeper(s)Duffy & Merrill Busch
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- Address One Old Territorial Road
Monticello, MN 55362, USA
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The Rand House
Phone: +1-763-295-6037
Fax: +1-763-295-6037
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