"Hello, Heartwood? I would like to make reservations for your Mother's Day Brunch for 9:00 a.m."…read more "How many will be in your party?" "Just me. My husband passed away in January." We went on, the two of us, talking pleasantries a bit more, stranger to stranger. I promised I would be there at 9:00 and hung up. The next morning, I was there on time and was greeted by the young woman who recognized my name. "We talked last night. You are our guest today. No charge." Stephanie said. I was dumbfounded and realized that she saw within me something I didn't realize I had revealed--that I needed to be pampered, that I was vulnerable, that I was tired, that I was worried, that I hurt. I had never alluded to any of that over the phone, but she knew. The staff regularly checked on me, the owner especially making certain I was fine, and I was. The brunch was amazing, filled with luscious entrees, a far cry from the normal Northwoods pizza-hamburger venues. I was also able to enjoy watching the young parents with their children, lining up for their eggs and shrimp and everything delightful. I am home now and soon I will be watching a movie--probably a western--that my husband would have liked. I will remember him telling me all about the lives of the actors, how this movie compared to another, how the plots developed. I will remember my folks and wish they were again enjoying the rustic comforts of the cabin. I will remember my caring son and daughter who will call later to see what mischief I have been into. And I will remember the "strangers" who crossed my path today to help point me forward into a journey of hope.

We stayed in the cottage across the lake from the main resort there's four cottages and one private…read moreone off on its own. they're nice. kind of expensive I guess not horribly bad we were excited about the gas fireplace only to find out that after it's on a bit the fan kicks in and the fan is very very loud and then a little bit after that there's some sort of a rattle starts to go as well it's quite a racket and it seems like the fan stays on for about an hour after you shut it off. This was for cottage 3. They are spread apart pretty good three and four as well as one and two kind of share a fire pit areas not really share but they're close together where you where you would hang out but otherwise they're nicely spaced. the row boats and the dock are right by cabin 1 which I would say is probably the best location of the four especially the nicest view then I think cabin 2 has the next best view.

GPR was exactly what we wanted and more than we could hope for!…read more Beautiful location and charming accommodations made for a perfect End of Summer "hoorah" filled with Pickle Ball, Hiking, Swimming, Bonfires and lots of Cards & Games! The hosts, Deanna & Mike, were gracious & attentive. They've created a special place...one we will Gather all together again!

We are full time RV'ers and recently spent a couple weeks at the Gathering Place. This is an…read moreexceptional upscale RV resort. The sites are extremely spacious and well set up as the owner is also a coach owner. The grounds are immaculate and they host music evert Tuesday night that includes catered food from local vendors. The hosts are so friendly and helpful. During our stay we went to a small town festival and a local county fair. The owners are continually working on improvements on this new campground. If you are traveling through the Rice Lake area this is definitely a resort to stay at. You are not treated as a customer at this resort but truly as a guest. We will definitely be back.

We had our wedding ceremony and reception here (Sept 2014) and it was AMAZING. We got married on…read morethe lawn between the barn and the lake, afterwards our guests headed inside for drinks and dinner. We ended our night playing yard games outside and making s'mores around a fire. It was a great time! Larson's Barn has a beautiful dance floor that we used for our first dance. Kathy is very easy to work with, even when we got there late to set-up the day before. There was a frost warning the day before the wedding and Kathy was sure to cover all of the flower beds. The next day although jack frost had come through all of the plants and flowers looked great. Since our entire group was from out of the area we also rented the small cabin and the under the barn apartment for the weekend. It was great for all of the bridesmaids and groomsman to be onsite, less stressful for everyone. We even had a hairstylist come out to the barn to do the girls hair. Everything was very convenient for being in the country of MN.

So many frustrations for my sister's wedding..breakers blowing causing us to have to plug some food…read morein on the stage and other places, no clear place for guests to pay for camping, no handicapped access ( so make sure all your guests can climb sever steep stairs), among other things. This biggest frustration was my sister paid a pretty hefty price for this place for the weekend and we couldn't get in until noon the day the wedding...why you ask, because they were showing it to another couple after we spent the entire day before decorating it for my sister's big day...I would not recommend this place to anyone

Thunderstorms interrupted our waterfall chasing, so, we switched gears and drove to somewhere we'd…read morenever been. What a lucky day!! A horseshoe parking lot with a walk-through gate into a fabulous garden filled with local plant varieties to support the local species & each has informational signs. Bat houses dot the trees. From there, you follow a short path past the restroom (with an incinerator toilet!) & gathering area to the boardwalk tracing through a beautifully laid out wetland. It is Fully Accessible in all areas with ample seating throughout the walkways. The design is phenomenal & everything was so well-executed. No bikes or horses allowed. Nesting herons could be spotted in the distance, along with frogs & turtles up close. Fabulous Spot that I'm thrilled to have accidentally happened to come upon!

This is historic Grain Belt Brewery complex in Northeast Minneapolis, designed by Boehme and…read moreCordella who are renowned for designing the American Swedish Institute's mansion. It's beautiful! I visited here today for the first time to attend Craft'za...Craft'za is a free one‑day art market for handmade goods! Whoo! It is is a heated and the the art was wonderful and a free public parking lot attached. Had a wonderful and enjoyable time. What a wonderful use of space!

Grain Belt Bottling House is a diverse venue, used for everything from the Autumn Brew Review to…read morevarious other gatherings and shows throughout the year. Depending on the size of the crowd, parking and entry can be a breeze or really tough. It is a venue that has a lot of potential, with both the inside of the building and the outdoor field where ABR is held available as potential space. I guess I would say that I feel the ABR is too big for this venue and there are parking issues (not to mention the wrap-around-the-block hour-long wait to get through the gate). Other things I've been to at this facility seemed better suited. For the record, I do think that reusing an old building period is awesome. It's way better than just letting it sit there. :-)

What a fantastic community space and outdoor recreation center! Totally makes winter in Minnesota…read moreeven better. I'm new to discovering The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Regional Park, but believe me when I say I'll be back many more time. In the winter, they offer cross-country skiing and lessons. (You can rent a full set of gear for about $30- no need to have your own to experience skiing! They also have à la carte options for cheaper if you only need poles or boots, etc.) Besides skiing, outdoor winter activities also include snow tubing, snowboarding, snowshoeing.... You name it. (I haven't been in fall or summer yet, but I also hear great things about their mountain biking and trail running options.) Inside The Trailhead, there's food and drink concessions, ample seating, lockers, bathrooms, and even rooms for rent. The last time I was there, a family was hosting a young child's birthday party in the multi-purpose room. Altogether, there is an amazing assortment of services here to come and check out. Can't wait for next ski season!

We have made a tradition of coming here the day after Thanksgiving. I am from out of town, visiting…read morefamily and friends. The building is a perfect space for bringing a large group together for games, chatting, eating, and sledding on the snowy hills just outside the doors. They used to serve hot food, but they no longer have that option. The food was not consistent or anything all that special, but it was a nice option. This time we brought Thanksgiving leftovers and some breakfast bagel sandwiches. The space is well maintained and clean. It is spacious and has lots of room for young kids to run around and not be a disturbance. Always look forward to coming here.

Cool place! Attended a wedding here this past weekend. Beautiful setting with a place for an…read moreoutdoor ceremony among the trees (and shade!), also an alternate sunny spot. The barn itself has dining space downstairs and bar and large dance floor upstairs. Staircase on each side for getting up and down. The hayloft does get quite hot while dancing on a summer night. Jill the owner was around and also told us about the history of the farm and let us see inside the cabins. Super cool! Beautiful fireplace, kitchen, and old wood beams. She's also done some gorgeous gardening work around the buildings and ponds. Great venue!

We had our daughters wedding here in July. I have nothing more than amazing things to say about…read morethis place. Its just beautiful! What an amazing day! Jill was a pleasure to work with! I highly recommend it. You will not be disappointed!

This place came recommended by some locals and didn't disappoint. If you want some great drinks…read morethat are poured well and not topped off with Sprite or ice cubes this is the place. Prices are in line with where they should be and about $6.00 cheaper than the Minnesota side. They took the time to make each drink well even though they were busy. Recommend checking it out!

I love the Spirit Room! It's always a treat to stop by when I'm in the area to grab a tasty…read morecocktail and enjoy the ambiance. My most recent visit was during their Holiday Club pop-up event with holiday-themed drinks. My group tried the salted sour, cookie butter old fashioned, and Mama Nancy's Xmas punch. All the drinks were fantastic, but my favorite was the cookie butter old fashioned. It was perfectly made and not too sweet. They've got the space nicely decorated for Christmas. It's wonderfully cozy! The staff are friendly, too. Only one person was working when we were there, and she did a great job balancing all of the customers. Be sure to check the hours on their website/social media before you go. They seem to be a little varied.

Beautiful setting in farmland Wisconsin. Wonderful music, with top-notch baretenders that make…read moreamazing craft cocktails. Pizza crust is the best I've had outside of Italy.

I do love this venue and the pizza and music were great. However, I do not agree with the…read morereservation fee not going to part of the diners food and drink tab as a credit if they show up. I understand keeping the fee should the party no show but otherwise it feels wrong, there are no restaurants that do that. We paid over $150 in pizza, drinks and tips not including the $20 reservation fee and $10 music fee on top of that.

This place is a gem!…read more Such a great layout. Wonderful beverages. Great staff. My only regret is that it is taken me three years of living in the Northwoods to come here.

Nice atmosphere; rough service. Imagine 2 young teen girls working in an ice cream shop, who then…read moredecide to use the espresso machine. Specialty coffee training? I have never seen anyone put the steamer wand in the milk pitcher & then step away!! Then they couldn't remember which drink was which when serving the order. So many more issues - I was amazed. Please watch some YouTube videos if your management isn't going to train you. The beans you grind deserve better, as do your paying customers.