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Second Wind Country Inn Bed and Breakfast
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  • Inn Details

    Our northwoods lodge B&B is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the Chequamegon Bay area on beautiful Lake Superior. We offer warm hospitality, quiet simplicity and full country breakfasts made with fresh ground grains and locally harvested fruits. Come to the Northwoods where year-round out-door activities abound. Your host's Mark and Kelly Illick would be happy to help make connections to your adventure. Second Wind is nestled in 35 country acres, perfect for a small wedding, a quaint family gathering, or a reunion with friends.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    We enjoy being Innkeepers here in the northwoods. We also enjoy many seasonal activities here in our beautiful area including, driving our belgian horse pulling a sleigh or wagon,whitewater kayaking, sea kayaking, floating the river, fishing, dog sledding plus watching sunsets and the Northern Lights. Kelly is a long time rubber stamper and dabbles in quilting when she's not in the kitchen or studying her cookbooks. Mark enjoys working and driving our belgians Saffron and Lilly.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Dogs: 1

    Other Pets: Horses and 5 outdoor cats

    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Dog Sledding connections

    • Lodge with fishing, kayaking, sailing, connections

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Ironing Board

    • Microwave

    • Radio

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Conference Rooms

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Telephone

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Wireless Internet Access

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  • Hot Deal: Midweek R&R

    • 2/15/2012 - 2/22/2012
    • Regular rate:$159
    • Savings:44%
    • Discount rate:$89

    Call us here at Second Wind and ask for our Midweek R&R rate. Take the pick of either of our loft rooms with kitchenettes at a greatly discounted rate. It's the perfect time for a little R&R.

    Bear Den ADA

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

    Pine Cone Hollow

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

    Northern Lights Loft

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00    Check out: 11:00

    • Minimum stay: 2 night min. stay during summer/fall and holiday weekends

    • Deposit amount required: Deposit required on non-credit card reservations

    • Cancellations: We require an 8 day notice less a $15 cancellation fee.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Limited

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Please inquire, children must be 12 yrs or older

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Sunday-Thursday night Stay
      Percent off: 20% Days required: 3

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:00-9:00

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area, in room, and on deck upon request weather permitting

    Complimentary Perks

    • Dessert

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Wheat intolerance

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Camp Fire Pineapple Upside Down Cake
    Serves: 12
    Prep time: 15

    French Waffles
    Serves: 4
    Prep time: 10 min.

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  • Location Type

    • Countryside

    City

    • Ashland

    • Distance to city: 1 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Second Wind is located just outside of the Ashland city limits. Just off Hwy 2 you will take Hwy 112. Go 1/4 mile south on Hwy 112 to Hwy 137. Go west on Hwy 137 1.5 miles to Whipperfurth Road. Take Whipperfurth south (left) to stop sign. Turn right (west) on Carlson Road, take second drive on the left (south). We are down a long winding drive.

    Airport

    • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis-St. Paul Intl.) 200 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Duluth MN is actually our closest semi-major airport. We are 1 1/2 hours east of Duluth

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Big Top Chatauqua

    • Sea Caves

    • Water Falls

    • Performing Theater

    • River

    • Rodeo

    • Ski area

    • Winery

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Water sports

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    Luxurious Farm Living

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    My husband and I were so happy to find such secluded luxury for such a reasonable price. What a find! The jacuzzi was wonderful and the animals were delightful.

    Second Wind Country Inn

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Our stay at Second Wind was so relaxing! Our room was both charming and luxurious. Breakfast was exceptionally delicious, and we certainly enjoyed the company of our Innkeepers, Mark and Kelly. It is such a peaceful place, and yet just a few miles outside of Ashland! We can't wait to go back!

    Clean Comfort with Country Charm

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    We have enjoyed staying at Second Wind during two marathon weekends over the past two years and Mark and Kelly are GREAT at what they do. Caring, conversational, and great cooks, they make you feel like family. The inn is quite new and rustically beautiful! The log details, northwoods themes and very cozy chairs and sofas throughout are a great comfort to our husbands who would rather not stay in a lace-covered Victorian, and the deep soaking whirpool tubs, nice teas and gift selections are much appreciated by us! We are excited to return again soon. Maybe in teh winter for a horse-drawn sled ride...

    Perfect!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    I loved everything about my stay at Second Wind, the location, the room, the hosts, the food! I don't have one negative thing to say about my stay, except that it may have been too short. I stayed 2 nights in the Northern Lights Loft with 4 other girls. There was more than enough room for all of us & all of our stuff. Kelly & Mark were great. They answered all of our questions & exceeded all of our expectations! I highly recommend Second Wind.

    great stay with beautiful scenery

    About the reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    if you are looking for comfort, space for the family or a gathering of friends, countryside (but not too far out of town) and friendly hosts with servant hearts, I'd say you'd struggle to find anywhere that is better than Second Wind. I had a great time; felt more at home than at Home, and felt blessed during my stay. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

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