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W.W. Smith Inn
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  • The W.W. Smith Inn, built in 1901, on the National Register of Historic Places

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  • Inn Details

    Step back in time and experience turn-of-the century elegance and the relaxed lifestyle of a bygone age in an historic mansion and carriage house in a quiet, tree-lined village neighborhood. Shaded by magnificent maples and willow trees, the Main House features stained glass and leaded, beveled glass windows along with ornate and intricate woodwork in oak, cherry and chestnut. The Main House has three guest accommodations and the Carriage House, done in the style of a country cottage, has a Loft Suite on the upper level and a guest room with private bath on the first floor.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Cooking, camping, cross country skiing, snow shoeing, golf, travel, canoeing, painting and drawing, photography

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Historic mansion

    • Antiques/decor

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • Fireplace

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Ironing Board

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • CD player

    • Copier

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

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  • Rose Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $110/$110

    Laura's Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $125/$125

    Cottage Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $95/$95

    Carriage House Loft Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $160/$160

    Carriage House Box Stall

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $100/$100

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00 PM    Check out: 12:00 PM

    • Deposit amount required: One room night

    • Cancellations: Cancellations made more than seven days prior to your arrival date will incur a $10.00 booking fee and your deposit will be refunded. Cancellations made less than seven days before your visit will be charged the full amount of your stay. If the room is rented, you will receive a gift certificate for a future visit. If you must cancel a reservation please call us or send an e-mail and we will give you a cancellation number. Leaving a message on the answering machine is not sufficient to cancel a reservation; you must speak to us or send an e-mail reply to get a cancellation number.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Limited

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • AARP
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 1

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:00 - 9:30 AM

    • Serving location: Dining Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    Special meal options

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  • Location Type

    • Small town

    City

    • New Ulm

    • Distance to city: 11 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From East: take RT 14 to Sleepy Eye, turn left at first traffic light (1st Avenue South) go four blocks to Linden Street SW, Inn is on corner of Linden and 1st Avenue. From West: take Rt. 14 to Sleepy Eye, turn right at second traffic light (1st Avenue South)go four blocks to Linden Street SW, Inn is on corner of Linden and 1st Avenue. From North: take Rt. 4 south to Sleepy Eye, stay on Rt. 4 through first traffic light (intersection with Rt. 14), go four blocks and turn left on to Linden St. SW. Go two blocks, Inn is on the right at the corner of Linden and 1st Avenue South. From South: take Rt. 4 north to Sleepy Eye, turn right on Linden St. SW. Go two blocks, Inn is on the right at the corner of Linden and 1st Avenue South.

    Airport

    • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis-St. Paul Intl.) 125 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take 494 East from Airport to 169 South. Follow 169 to Mankato, MN. Exit to Rt. 14 West. Follow Rt. 14 through New Ulm to Sleepy Eye, turn left ar first traffic light (1st Avenue South) go four blocks to Linden Street SW, Inn is on corner of Linden and 1st Avenue.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Laura Ingalls Wilder Pagent

    • Petroglyphs

    • New Ulm Festivals

    • Fort Ridgely

    • Shells Brewery

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Cross Country Skiing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

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    Our Stay in Sleepy Eye

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    We had a wonderful stay to celebrate my husbands birthday. The Carriage House was lovely and our hosts were very gracious and informative about the area we were visiting. We had an outstanding breakfast and historical tour of the main house in the morning before saying goodbye and heading back home.

    Birthday date

    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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    We had a fantastic relaxing evening, in a quiet old world setting that was beyond belief. This was topped off with a fabulous breakfast and a complete historical background of the house!!! Thank you Marcia & Leo for making us feel so welcome and special!!!! God Bless!!

    Great Place for Women's night out!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Six lady friends shared the Carriage House and had a wonderful time. Breakfast and personal tour were outstanding. We will recommend the room and house to any women looking for a night out to share with friends.

    Perfect getaway!!

    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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    We had never stayed at a bed and breakfast before and combined that stay with a memory of a special day long ago. The house was just gorgeous, the innkeepers were a beautiful couple who made a delious breakfast and gave us the detailed history of the house. We loved the little town and surrounding area and would return again. It truly was a memorable weekend.

    Romantic Stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Recently stayed in the Carriage House; it was wonderful because we were the only ones in the House. I think it would have felt a little odd if another couple was in the house. The hosts were wonderful and went out of their way to make sure we had a wonderful time.

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