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Walking Iron Bed and Breakfast
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  • Walking Iron Bed and Breakfast, after an extensive 9 year restoration, opened to travelers around the globe. Boasting four elegantly appointed guest rooms, all with private baths and double whirlpools, Walking Iron B&B blends history with luxury!

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    Walking Iron Bed and Breakfast is a historic 1865 brick Victorian Italianate home located at 21 State Street in Mazomanie, WI. Nestled among the scenic bluffs and rolling farmland of beautiful southwestern Wisconsin, and just 25 minutes from the state capital city of Madison, Walking Iron Bed and Breakfast is conveniently located to many area attractions. Spring Green, American Player's Theater, Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin, the House on the Rock, and the Wisconsin River, are just a few of the unique places to visit. Boasting five elegantly appointed guest rooms with period antiques, iron beds, private baths and whirlpools, and restored formal parlor, library and dining room, Walking Iron Bed and Breakfast blends luxury with history! As your hosts, David and Karisa Friske are committed to making your stay one that you won't soon forget!

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    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Fitness

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Washer/dryer

    Other Amenities:

    • 24 hour coffee and tea

    • Massage facilities

    • Four person sauna

    • Full Breakfast

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    Nightly Rate

    $110 - $160

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 pm    Check out: 11 am

    • Minimum stay: Two-night minimum on weekends June 1st thru October 31st.

    • Deposit amount required: Reservations must be guaranteed by credit card or check with 50% of one night room cost.

    • Cancellations: More than 14 days or more before arrival, full refund, minus a $20 cancellation fee. 13 days or less before arrival, full charge if the room is not rebooked.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 9 am

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room

    Special meal options

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  • Location Type

    • Historic downtown

    • Downtown

    • Village

    City

    • Spring Green

    • Distance to city: 14 miles

    • Directions to property:
      3 hours from Chicago, 2 hours from Milwaukee, 1/2 hour west of Madison. Walking Iron Bed and Breakfast is located 1 block from downtown Mazomanie. From Hwy 14, turn north on Brodhead. Continue down the hill to the stop sign at the large flag pole (town center). Turn right on Hudson, go 1 block, turn left on State Street (Hwy Y). Park in front if accessible, or in the driveway.

    Airport

    • Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • The House on the Rock

    • American Players Theater

    • Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Governer Dodge State Park

    • Wisconsin River

    • Devils Lake State Park

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Water sports

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    Lovely place, great food

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    This is the most beautifully restored B&B we have stayed at. The attention to period detail is amazing, with quality antiques, wallpaper, etc. But the bathrooms are state of the art! Ours (the Doctor's Study) had a double walk in shower with body spray plus a double whirlpool. Cushy bathrobes are also provided. The beds were a bit too soft for me, but this is a matter of personal preference. Breakfast was also the best we have had at a B&B. Some other places go over the top with gooey sweet heavy brunch dishes. But here, though there was plenty of food, the emphasis was on freshness and taste. This one had a large, perfectly baked muffin, delicious bacon, an egg in a potato nest, and fresh fruit. Coffee available all the time is another nice touch. Our only quibble was that the owners were not on hand to greet us when we arrived. A note was left on the door directing us to our room. We did not meet the owner until the next morning at breakfast. We felt a bit shortchanged, as others had written in the guestbook about how helpful she had been with suggestions for what to do and where to eat in the area, etc. Also, others had written about the library of DVDs, which we never managed to find. We know that unexpected things come up and owners can't always be on hand, but we were a bit surprised that no mention was made of it, no "I hope you were able to find everything," etc.

    Stayed at Walking Iron in June 2011

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Wow! We were so very impressed with the level of care and detail that went not only into the restoration of this home, but the level of comfort and overall experience! The whirlpool tub and sauna were amazing and the bed that we slept on was probably the best sleep either of us have had in a long time. The food was exceptional too. All from scratch and gourmet to boot. We have stayed at numerous bed and breakfasts and this place by far is one of the best we have ever had the joy of staying at. The location and scenery were quaint and the small tv in the room afforded us the opportunity to watch a movie from bed and fall right to sleep. This place is a gem and what bed and breakfasts are all about.

    SO RELAXING

    About the reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We stayed here for our 2nd anniversary, we can't wait to go back :)! The house is just beautiful the historic pictures make you feel connected with the past. The bed in our room was like sleeping on a cloud!! We loved the double head shower and 2 person whirlpool. It was very romantic. Karisa and David have done an amazing job on restoring this house! We will be back!

    Relaxing & Charming!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    From your first step into this charming home, you will be delighted to find the attention to historical details coupled with modern conveniences. It is a warm, relaxing atmosphere, from the attic library to the wrap-around veranda. Karisa was a wonderful hostess & breakfast was both and ascetically pleasing and plentiful. You will not be disappointed here!

    Another Great Getaway

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We stayed for three nights in Clara's Veranda (a plush, oh-so-comfortable room). This was our fifth visit to the Walking Iron, and we were once again met with beautiful accomodations, gracious innkeepers, and delicious breakfasts. Looking forward to our next getaway here!

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