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Artesian House

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Now in its 15th year of operation, The Artesian House offers a unique departure in design and furnishings from the traditional concept of B&Bs.  

It is also certified by Travel Green Wisconsin as one of the Bayfield businesses that has made a commitment to reduce its environmental impact.

At the end of the 1,000-foot driveway, the arriving guest is presented with an exterior design  resembling a large A-frame.  A spacious deck encircles three sides of the inn, providing space for guests to sit and chat or enjoy a drink and snack.  And, immediately apparent, just below the deck, are two solar panels, which provide about half the inn's hot water needs.  

Moving inside--either through the main entrance at the north side of the inn, or the walk-out doors on the deck--the guest sees lots of open space.  The only interior walls are those that separate the three guest rooms from the great room. In addition to the 25-foot high wall of floor-to-ceiling south-facing windows, the great room features three separate conversation areas--one near the wood-burning fireplace, one at a game table (chess, checkers and cribbage) and the biggest one in the front of the room, able to accommodate all guests should all 4 rooms be occupied.  There are plenty of books and magazines, a Bose sounds system and CDs to satisfy a wide range of musical tastes.  And the inn has a wireless connection for those who can't resist staying in touch with the world.

Adjacent to the great room is the dining area, with a table that comfortably seats 8, but can handle 10, with a bit of squeezing.
Breakfasts feature main dishes such as the Dutch Baby pancake and french toast, for those with a sweet tooth, as well as egg casseroles and quiches.  All breakfasts include coffee or tea, juice and a lazy susan with granola, nuts, fresh fruit, grated coconut and yogurt.

The three guest rooms offer a variety of options for accommodating guests, but all have the common features of:  private bath, private entrance to the deck, hangers for clothes, luggage benches, individually-controlled heat and A/C and an AM/FM radio.

The Green Room has a queen bed and a two-person jacuzzi...the Grey Room has a queen and a single pullout sofabed...and the Mauve has a queen.