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Newly Built B&Bs Do Exist in Wisconsin

wbba — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:43:40 +0000

There’s a long-standing myth the B&B industry can’t seem to shake and it’s that all inns are Victorian with antiques and doilies everywhere. It’s just not so. Styles of architecture among B&Bs in Wisconsin run from historic mansions to lakeside cabins to ultra-contemporary new builds. Let’s focus on that last category for a moment. There are B&B owners who have created their inns literally from the ground up, favoring a modern style. Great examples of that include the Artesian House B&B built on a 25-acre wooded plot in Bayfield. The guest rooms feature a creative mix of contemporary and eclectic. The Inn at Wawanissee Point in Baraboo is a luxurious villa-style B&B with incredible views to the Lake Wisconsin valley. Moondance B&B in Fond du Lac is furnished in a decidedly artistic style with a master suite that also includes a large fully-equipped kitchen, dining room and living room.

Then there are inns whose historic exterior belies their modern interiors. Examples include Lauerman House Inn – Marinette, Tritsch House – Alma, and Wilson Schoolhouse Inn – LaCrosse.

If you like modern, don’t rule out a B&B.

The Lauerman House in Marinette is a circa 1910 Colonial Revival mansion. The 7 spacious rooms are unabashedly contemporary - and the dining is gourmet.

Try your hand at a game of pool on the 8-foot Olhaussen pool table at the Tritsch HouseB&B in Alma. You'll find a nice mix of period rooms with beautiful woodwork paired with modern amenities.

Go back to school ... and this time, relax in Scandinavian-modern furnishings in an historic schoolhouse that welcomes small groups. The Wilson Schoolhouse Inn, LaCrosse, pairs contemporary comforts - even a full kitchen - with the historic schoolhouse architecture.

Family-friendly and Pet-friendly Wisconsin B&Bs

wbba — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 16:54:02 +0000

Are you the type of family who wouldn’t think of leaving your beloved dog at home while you were happily vacationing the summer away? There’s an easy solution – stay at a B&B that’s both family-friendly and pet-friendly. Here are five in Wisconsin to get on your radar: Cobblestone B&B in Birchwood, Coloma Hotel in Coloma, Feathered Star B&B in Door County, Grapevine Log Cabins in Sparta, and Hazelhurst Inn in Hazelhurst.

Love the In-Laws, But…

wbba — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 16:04:30 +0000

Are you heading out this holiday season to visit family and friends in Wisconsin? If you feel like too much togetherness is just, well, too much, here’s an alternative: Stay at a Wisconsin B&B. Just call ahead to see what December openings are available. Lots of Wisconsin B&Bs really go all out for the holidays…an added bonus if you love designer decorations and Christmas-y breakfast items, and who doesn’t!

No Curfews at Wisconsin B&Bs

wbba — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:36:19 +0000

Curfews at B&Bs, fact or fiction? Fiction! You can stay out as late as you like and, to prove this point, there are inns that wholeheartedly encourage late-night star gazing. Like Sunnyfield Farm B&B in Camp Douglas, located on 160 acres of farmland. And Cooksville Farmhouse Inn, 20 miles from Madison’s city lights with a wonderful view of the night sky, especially in the winter. In the community of Rio, the Mill House Inn, set on 40 country acres, offers prime viewing for shooting stars. And there’s Lindsay House B&B in Manawa, where travelers can take in a beautiful starry view away from the haze of city lights. Owner Judy Trull often jokes with her guests that they need not feel like teenagers who have to rush home before Mom locks the door. So stargaze as late as you like!