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    • Address One Old Territorial Road
      Monticello, MN 55362
      USA
    • Phone+1-763-295-6037
    • Fax+1-763-295-6037
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    "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...

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 7 Reviews

    4.9 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Another Wonderful Weekend

    September 17, 2010

    Duffy and Merrill provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our getaway from city life. The room is beautiful and the food is fantastic.

    5 out of 5
     

    The Rand House

    December 09, 2009

    this was a delightful inn and restful respite from my day to day chaos. Thanks!

    5 out of 5
     

    Many Happy Returns

    September 24, 2009

    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!

    4.8 out of 5
     

    very nice and relaxing

    August 06, 2009

    We had the perfect room with 2 porches, one closed in and one screened it!


    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Duffy & Merrill Busch

    Innkeepers Description:

    Professional couple, husband and wife, who have personally saved and restored this rare historic country estate.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $115 - $175

    East Room

    Spacious, sunny suite with 4-poster bed, sitting area, clawfoot tub.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Beds 1 King

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    Garden Room

    Mini-suite includes sunny screened private porch, overlooking gardens and lawns.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Beds 1 Queen

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    The Turret

    Fireplace, elegant queen bed, sitting area overlooking grounds and city.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Beds 1 Queen

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    Vine Room

    Decorated with hand-painted vines and flowers, sitting area, period furnishings.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Beds 1 Queen

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 4-6 PM    Check Out: 11 AM

    • Deposit Amount Required: One night's lodging

    • 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.

    • Open All Year Round: Yes


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: No

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinking Description: wine and beer

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Suitable For Children: No

    • Childcare Provided: No


    Discount Type

    • AAA
      Percent Off: 10%

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 7 Reviews

    4.9 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Another Wonderful Weekend

    September 17, 2010

    Duffy and Merrill provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our getaway from city life. The room is beautiful and the food is fantastic.

    5 out of 5
     

    The Rand House

    December 09, 2009

    this was a delightful inn and restful respite from my day to day chaos. Thanks!

    5 out of 5
     

    Many Happy Returns

    September 24, 2009

    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!

    4.8 out of 5
     

    very nice and relaxing

    August 06, 2009

    We had the perfect room with 2 porches, one closed in and one screened it!

    4.6 out of 5
     

    Fantastic Inn, Wonderful Innkeepers!

    August 05, 2009

    The Rand House is beautifully restored and wonderfully run by Duffy and Merrill Busch, who treat their guests like great friends!

    5 out of 5
     

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    August 04, 2009

    Wish we could've stayed longer -- gorgeous home & property. We were very comfortable & felt so welcomed! Thank you

    5 out of 5
     

    Best weekend ever!

    May 30, 2009

    Duffy and Merrill are the perfect hosts. They were friendly and attentive to our desire to have a relaxing weekend. Biking in the Monticello area was just what we needed - beautiful scenery and great roads for safe travel. We will definitely be back.


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  • Location Type

    • Countryside

    • Small town

    • Suburban

    City - Minneapolis

    • Distance to city: 40 miles

    • 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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  • Amenities

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property highlights

    • Antiques/decor

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    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

    Guest room(s)

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Radio

    Other

    • Secluded and romantic estate setting.

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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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