Old Rittenhouse Inn


  • Inn Details

    An elegant Victorian inn and gourmet restaurant with 20 guest rooms in two historic Queen Anne-style mansions and a private cottage near Lake Superior. Most guest rooms feature lake views, whirlpool tubs, and working fireplaces. Underneath massive gables, a wraparound veranda is filled with geraniums, petunias, white wicker furnishings and spectacular lake views. The Rittenhouse's Landmark Restaurant is one of Bayfield's favorites, serving breakfast and dinner year round.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Former music teachers, the Phillips' first opened their doors to innkeeping in 1976. Since then they have created a comfortable, romantic escape inspired by their love of fine food and wine, historic homes, antiques, and music. The Phillips' son, Mark, and his wife, Wendy, rejoined the business in 2004 and look forward to many happy years of innkeeping at Old Rittenhouse Inn.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English



    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Guest Cottage

    • Country Inn

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Fall Brew Weekend

    • Murder Mystery Weekends

    • Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's getaways

    • Valentines Getaway

    • Wassail Dinner Concerts (December)

    • Wine Tasting Weekends

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Ironing Board

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Piano

    • Telephone

    • Wedding Facilities

    • Wi-Fi

    Other Amenities:

    • Full Service Restaurant

    • Room Service

    • Baby Sitting

    • Wine List

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  • Nightly Rate

    $115 - $325

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:30pm    Check out: 11pm

    • Deposit amount required: A nonrefundable deposit equal to the first night's lodging is required within 10 days of making a reservation.

    • Cancellations: Cancellations made at least 10 days prior to arrival are subject to a $25 cancellation fee. The balance of the deposit will be refunded in the form of a gift certificate. Cancellations made less than 10 days prior to arrival result in full forfeiture of the deposit. Early check-outs will be charged the full rate for the room, unless it is re-rented by 10:00 p.m. Please note: Cancellation Policy differs for Special Events. Saturday-only stays will incur an additional charge of $25.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Wine list available, beer, cocktails, specialty drinks

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: Limited : Child care available with advance notice


    Discount type

    • Government

    • Off Season

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Continental and Full

    • Cost: 8.50

    • Time Served: 7:30 am to 10:00 am

    • Serving location: On-site restaurant


    Signature Dish

    Apple Glazed Pork Chop
    A two-inch thick center-cut tenderloin chop seared to seal, then slow roasted for hours in a rich stock until fork tender. Served with our home made apple cider marmalade, a brown sauce made from the roasting juices, and fresh slivered apples on a bed of wild rice.


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Brunch 10:30-1:30


    Recipes

    Main Dish

    Apple Glazed Pork Chop
    Serves: 6
    Prep time: 4

    Sauce

    Apple Cider Marmalade
    Serves: 10
    Prep time: 1

  • Location Type

    • Apostle Islands

    • Lake Superior

    • Lakeside

    • Village


    City

    • Duluth

    • Distance to city: 100 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Located on the corner of 3rd Street and Rittenhouse Avenue(Hwy 13 becomes Rittenhouse Avenue)


    Airport

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


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Apostle Islands Nat'l Lakeshore 50 block Historic

    • Lake Superior

    • Big Top Chautauqua

    • Maritime Museum

    • Madeline Island

    • Performing Theater

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Margarita Weekend

    • Beer & Wine Weekends

    • Gingerbread Weekend

    • Wassail Holiday Dinner Concerts

    • Chocolate Lovers Weekend

    • Mystery Weekends

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Water sports

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    Write a review

    Amazing!!!!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    We spent the fourth of July weekend at the Rittenhouse Inn. We had an outstanding experience. Our room was exquisite and the food was perfection in its taste and presentation. The entire staff was incredibly pleasant and helpful. We were very entertained by the views from the grand wrap-around porch... especially Lake Superior. We also appreciated the short walk to the shops and festivities in downtown Bayfield. We are anxiously awaiting our next stay at the Old Rittenhouse Inn.


    Better than my Honeymoon

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    The house itself, and the turret room that we stayed in, was storybook. The food was delicious. The raspberries were mouthwatering. Please, honey, if you're reading this, I want to go back.


    Yesteryear today!

    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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    If you love fine antiques, good views of Lake Superior and gourmet food -- plus outstanding, fun, friendly service, find Old Rittenhouse Inn!


    Always a treat!

    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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    This was the fourth time we've stayed at the Old Rittenhouse Inn and every visit has been divine. The Suite XI is magical with its large whirlpool, fireplace, steam shower, balcony, window seat overlooking Lake Superior and a comfy king size bed. The food and service is always outstanding. A real gem on Lake Superior.


    Old Rittenhouse

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    It was very charming. The food was excellent, and the service was fantastic.


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