A perfect mother/daughter getaway! Emerson house is so well appointed with wonderful touches…read morethroughout, such as a coffee/tea station, evening cordials, charging cords, toiletries, etc. Beth and Tony host high tea that honestly is better than the Drake Hotel. In addition, a gourmet breakfast was served on their beautiful patio within their quaint garden. We enjoyed Beth and Tony's engaging personalities and felt like we had known them longer than 24 hours! We'll be back to visit for sure!

I had high expectations for 1810 Emerson House, and Beth and Tony exceeded them, by far! The…read morebreakfast was top notch: from the beautiful china to the delicious food. No detail was spared on all of the little touches throughout the house, adding every comfort: from the mini fridge / coffee / tea area, to the bathrobes, to the backyard garden. As a 40-year-old daughter on a girls' getaway with her 84-year-old mother, Beth and Tony made us both feel quite well taken care-of and pampered. What a wonderful stay! :)

Solely looking at the outside of this place, I immediately did not think I would enjoy having…read morebreakfast here. I do like that it sits right on the dam though, so the window view inside is quite nice. Our waitress seemed to know a lot of the locals by name, and she started us off with waters and saying the special that day was biscuits and gravy. She was extremely friendly and very sweet! I got the half order of biscuits and gravy (as a friend in our party said they were the best). I'm glad I didn't do the full order, because holy cow. I could barely finish the half! The gravy was so creamy and very very delicious. The biscuit underneath was big and freshly homemade. I could eat up a bowl of that gravy just on its own! For $6.95, that was a winner in my book. Our friend got the full order with 3 eggs on top. Even he couldn't finish that! I think it was $8.95. So for a couple bucks more, you can easily make two meals out of the full-size order. Our service was great and the food turned out to be awesome. Like they say - you shouldn't judge a book by its cover. And the same is true for this restaurant. We thanked out waitress on the way out and told the cook we loved his biscuits and gravy. Excellent breakfast after all! FYI - it's CASH ONLY!!!!!

Great perch fry kids loves the French fries service was very pleasant nice views of the Rock Riverread more

Great old house and the hospitality to go along with it. Pat and Chuck will welcome you into their…read morehome and make you feel welcome. Skip the usual boring hotel stay, you know the one, right there off the highway with no scenery. Go back in time and stay in a historic section of Watertown.

Beautiful rooms and fabulous food... We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and definitely recommend!read more

We booked a weekend stay at Ye Old Manor House for a belated anniversary weekend and because I had…read morean event in the area. The owners, Karen and John are lovely people! They are always available should you need anything. Most likely you won't need much because they have anticipated everything you could need and have done so with detail and care. We arrived later in the evening and they helped us find restaurants we could get delivery from since we were tired and didn't want to go out after the long drive. They greeted us with a complimentary brownie upon arrival. We slept well, much more comfortably than I usually do in hotels or stays away from home. You get a choice of many delicious breakfast items to choose from. They serve all kinds of food including vegan. They have their own veggie garden and use many homegrown veggies and herbs in their dishes. We had a tasty vegan frittata one morning and a tofu scramble the next. Served with vegan sausages, breakfast potatoes, fruit salad and unlimited coffee or tea. Other guests chose bacon, waffles, and eggs, etc. There's a Keurig machine, an ice maker and fresh water available 24/7 as well as a fridge with soft drinks. There is a gorgeous pool there! Unfortunately I forgot my swimsuit so we didn't try it but we will next time for sure. Other guests had a lot of enjoyment there. The grounds are lovely with gardens, seating areas and an outdoor fireplace. There's also a basketball hoop. Not only are the accommodations comfortable and homey, the owners are warm and friendly and we had wonderful conversations with them and fellow guests. We actually spent a couple hours lingering after breakfast because we all enjoyed the conversation so much! We admired their beautiful art on the walls as well. This is clearly more than a B&B for Karen and John, this is a dream come true and a definite passion project. They truly put their heart and soul into this property and it shows and is felt. We will definitely be back and will bring our kids as well. This place is a gem.

This is a lovely b&b! The charming rooms are comfy (I stayed in the Rising Sun). The numerous…read morereading nooks are cozy and replete with books. The gourmet breakfast is really tasty and served on china with real silver utensils. The gardens are delightful. The innkeepers are friendly and welcoming. There are wonderful original pictures and tapestries adorning the walls and interesting sculptures intermixed with the antique furnishings. There are so many windows that reveal the lovely views nestled in this very private estate. So many places to sit on patios outside, too. The entire property has a welcoming vibe so you really do feel relaxed and at home here. My stay was awesome and I will be returning.

Stayed the weekend for a wedding out in Fort Atkinson, and all I can say is WOW! Not only is the…read moreview AMAZING, but Pam and Dave are great hosts! And the breakfasts were fabulous. The Sunday omlette is a must if you're staying. The location is great for proximity to town, but the house is so nice you may not want to leave! And definitely make time to watch the sun rise or set out the windows or while enjoying some time on the balcony. I would definitely stay here again in a heartbeat, and recommend it to anyone staying in the area. It trounces a hotel any day.

10/10 would recommend! The staff were so helpful, always there to smooth out any surprises day of…read moreand very prompt in response during the planning process! Many of our guests said it was the most beautiful wedding they've ever attended! We loved the flexibility to bring in whatever vendors suited our desire. Literally could not be happier!

My boyfriend and I spontaneously decided to go up to Madison, WI for the day last weekend. We…read morewanted to stay somewhere over night, close enough to Madison, but just off the beaten path so we could get some R&R. We ended up finding Prevailing Winds Lodge, and lucky for us there was 1 room available. 2 days later we had to force ourselves to get back to Chicago for work, but we could have stayed there indefinitely. This place just opened up in May, and it's run by a husband and wife team. I have stayed in many bed and breakfast's over the years, but this was the first time I was blown away. There are 44 acres of prairie on the grounds, including a chicken coop that provides fresh eggs for the guests, exquisite wildlife and hiking paths, a firepit, and breathtaking views all around the property. Indoors a 20+ foot tall stone fireplace, antique organ, and gigantic black leather sofa and chairs, sets the rustic feel and puts you at instant ease and comfort. 24 hours a day guests have access to fresh water infused with different fresh flavors such as lemon, cucumber, or berries grown on the property, as well as freshly baked goods such as scones, bars, and brownies. Detailed wooden furniture and artwork keep your eyes wandering and curious from room to room. As a photographer, this place was a dream come true for me. Now onto what makes this lodge the best bed and breakfast I have ever experienced: the food. It was heavenly. Steve and Jen bake goodies fresh every day. While we were there, we enjoyed brownies, chocolate-caramel granola bars, mullberry scones and muffins, chocolate covered cake balls, and chocolate covered strawberries. We stayed out late and missed turn-down service twice, so Steve brought us the goodies in the morning. Guests also have 24 access to tea and freshly ground coffee. For breakfast day 1, we enjoyed yogurt, granola, and fresh berries as well as freshly baked bread, butter, and mullberry jam. Then Steve asked us how we like our eggs. He ended up cooking us each a pepper, ham, and cheese scramble which was out of this world. He even added jalapeños because I told him how I like my eggs spicy! We were served unlimited bacon and his homemade hash browns as well. Day 2 there was baked french toast with an array of sauces- and there is always fresh squeezed orange juice at the table. On day 2 we had unlimited sugar-cured bacon... And anything you want, Steve and Jen will customize for you. They really put you at ease and make your stay as comfortable as possible. My boyfriend looked at me as we enjoyed some Morrocan Mint tea while watching the sunrise outside on the patio, and he asked me " Did we die? Is this heaven?" Lastly, the rooms are 5 star, possibly the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in. And the bathrooms are great too- luxurious soaps and shampoo are provided, as well as lush, cotton robes that we never wanted to take off. So call it a bed and breakfast if you will, but Prevailing Winds Lodge goes above and beyond my high expectations. We felt like Royalty, and there is nothing but great vibes there. Cannot wait to return again, and again!

We had a wonderful stay at Century Elms. Rich and Chris are the consummate hosts. The rooms are…read morebeautiful and very comfortable. We stayed in the Payne-Craig room which is very spacious and beautifully decorated. The bathroom was huge and was supplied with everything you could ever need. An added bonus is a private entrance to the gorgeous wraparound porch! Chris is an excellent chef and the breakfasts were so yummy! We never left the table hungry. We cannot recommend this beautiful inn more. If we could give it 10 stars - we would give it 12! *This B&B is also fully ADA compliant. There is a wheelchair entry ramp to the front door. The Payne-Craig room is on the first floor and is specifically designed to accommodate wheelchairs. The shower has an extended seat with many rails for stability. The sink and toilet are also built for wheelchair access.

We had spent the weekend at Covington Manor and it was wonderful! My husband, our 2 young kids, and…read moreI enjoyed exploring charming Cambridge during the day and had the best night's sleep in the Dunham Suite. The beds were extremely comfortable, the temperature was perfect, and the rooms were dark and quiet so we could all sleep in. We enjoyed coffee and the gorgeous front porch, and breakfast inside surrounded by the beautiful details of the impeccably decorated interior. The hosts are so welcoming and you can tell they are truly in their element. Covington Manor is only about 30 min from Madison, so we were also able to enjoy the city before heading home. I highly recommend Covington Manor for anyone who needs to unwind and relax. It would also be great for someone who wants to explore Madison but sleep in the quiet comfort of a quaint town.

We went to the CM in February and had a wonderful time. LeighAnn is a wonderful host, the…read morebreakfast choices were great and our private group were made to feel at home. If you're looking for a private getaway or your family or friends want a great place for an event, I encourage you to stay at the Covington Manor.

What a beautiful place this is! So glad we stayed in the honeymoon suite. Cute porch off of our…read moreroom. We did nap on the downstairs front porch, with a beautiful summer breeze. Both of hosts were very nice. Breakfast was amazing!

I was in awe as I drove up the drive to the exquisite Fargo Mansion. Nature had delicately coated…read morethe mansion and grounds with snow that created a sparkle like diamonds dancing in a grand ballroom. My curiosity and excitement to be inside this enchanted mansion turned to delight and grandeur when I crossed the threshold. Our Host and Innkeeper, Tom Boycks, greeted us with his charming smile and genuine welcome. At that moment I knew that I had entered a very special place, because I no longer felt like a weary traveler, but was transformed into a royal that has just arrived at the grand ball. Tom guided us through the breathtaking lower level, describing each room and sharing stories that furthered solidified that the Fargo Mansion was the grandest of mansions. We continued our tour to the second floor where the five beautiful and thoughtfully designed guest rooms were located. Each room has its own luxurious, marble bathroom with bathrobes and toiletries. Furniture and decor placement made each room appear grand and spacious. The room that we were staying in had a lovely sitting area that I found myself drawn to. The spot was so relaxing that I just sat there listening to the classical music that flowed through the air. My quiet meditation was ended when my daughter asked what I was doing. She was in shock that I could just be sitting there doing nothing (not even looking at my phone). Tom had provided us recommendations for our evening meal, which was much appreciated since we were not familiar with Lake Mills, WI. The evening wrapped up with relaxing bliss as we snuggled under the cozy bedding and enjoyed watching our favorite shows on the flat screen in our room. When I woke to the sound of my alarm I was greeted with delicate streams of sunlight shining through the lace curtains. My usual morning stumble to the bathroom was more like a waltz, I knew that the day was going to be amazing. I enjoyed an energizing shower (the water pressure and temperature was perfect). Now invigorated and dressed, I walked down the grand staircase to the glittering dining room where Tom greeted us with a warm "Good morning." The dining table was set for royalty and the breakfast that graced the plates was delicious. I was saddened to take the last bite and drink the last sip of my cranberry juice, because I knew that my visit was about to end. With my bags in the car and sadness in my heart, I said good-bye to Tom. A hug and a see you soon, sealed the deal... I would be back and soon. I pulled out of the drive with a smile on my face, because my reservation was made for my next visit. If you are looking for a life-changing place to visit then you must make your reservations for the Fargo Mansion in Lake Mills, WI. You will be so glad that you did.

My husband recently surprised me with a getaway weekend in Madison, Wisconsin and a two-night stay…read moreat the beautiful Speckled Hen Inn. Heather and Tom are wonderful hosts. Upon arrival, we were greeted by Heather who explained the property's amenities, as well as reviewing a substantial menu with food and beverage choices for the breakfast the next morning. We stayed in the spacious Heywood Hardy Suite with a comfortable king size bed, large ensuite bathroom, a separate sitting room and a deck. The bed was very comfortable and the room was spotless. Heather and Tom serve breakfast to all of their guests at a specific time. Everything is fresh and made to order from your menu choices. Guests are seated at tables of four, and it was delightful getting to know there others staying at the inn. The property is beautiful and there is a field with a horse, sheep and other animals. Heather and Tom make you feel right at home. They're friendly, and love to talk, but they're not intrusive. We enjoyed our relaxing stay at the Red Speckled Inn. I highly recommend it.

We stayed at the Speckled Hen Inn 4 nights in December 2025. It was delightful! The facility was…read moreclean, warm, quiet, and welcoming. The bedroom was even more so; the bathroom was spacious and brilliantly clean. Although within the Madison area, we experienced it as pure country. The food was delicious, healthful, varied, and allowed for substantial choice on the part of each guest. There is a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker for the use of guests. The other guests were interesting. Most importantly, the hosts are people we would be honored to call friends - thoughtful, kind, reasonable, smart, anticipated guest needs, good to talk with, easily went about their own lives when we needed downtime. Price was reasonable. We definitely look forward to visiting again!