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Habberstad House Bed and Breakfast - Comfy queen bed

Habberstad House Bed and Breakfast

(9 reviews)

$$$

We've lived in Minnesota for more than 30 years, but had never been to the state's "bed and…read morebreakfast capital," Lanesboro. After seeing a great weather report for the upcoming next few days, we went online the evening of July 1 to see if there was any chance of booking a last-minute stay at one of the B&Bs for the next two nights. We checked out a number of listings and settled on the Habberstad House based on reviews from previous guests and the house's website. It was a terrific choice. The house is a lovely 1897 jewel that has been meticulously maintained, groomed and pampered by the current owners for the past 13 years, Dave and Nancy Huisenga (retired firefighter and nurse, respectively). They clearly love their house and love their business. Every room of the house that we experienced was spotlessly clean and tastefully decorated. We stayed in the Heather Room, which has a small-ish bedroom but a huge, luxurious bathroom complete with corner Jacuzzi with rain shower and all the amenities. The bed was extremely comfortable with high-quality linens and all of the furniture and fixtures were beautiful. The breakfasts were simply amazing. Guests are seated in a lovely dining room around a 10-person table that is beautifully set. Dave and Nancy work as a team, with Dave preparing Nancy's fresh purchases and Nancy serving the guests and telling wonderful stories about the house and the history of Lanesboro. The first morning, we started with a rhubarb cream pie-like first course, following by a mushroom omelet, ham and a hash brown potato patty. Nothing from the frozen food section here. It was all freshly prepared and beautifully served. Fresh orange juice, grape juice and water are at the table to be served family-style, but the starters and entrees and refills of coffee or tea are personally served. The second morning started with a tres leches confection topped with a small dollop of real whipped cream and a mint sprig from their garden, followed by pannekoeken (a fluffy, light pancake-like treat) filled with cinnamon apples and a side of bacon. Heaven! Dave and Nancy are happy to recommend activities, sights and restaurants in the area. Based on their advice and after reviewing the menus they've collected for their guests to peruse, we had dinner outdoors on the deck the first evening at the Old Village Hall, with a standard menu of steaks, chops and fish. Good food, service and prices. The second evening we tried Pedal Pushers Café because of the quirky, locally-source menu items such as pork schnitzel, Norwegian meatballs, liver and onions and chicken pot pie. Food was good and very affordable, service was a little too crisp (offering dessert while we were still working on our entrees) but the overall experience was fun. We brought our bikes and rode 20 miles in one direction and back between Lanesboro and Preston one morning. The trail follows the old railroad right-of-way along the Root River through woods, fields and meadows. It is flat, asphalt-surfaced and very well-maintained. The trail in the other direction towards Whalen was closed for resurfacing so we will definitely be going back. Habberstad House provides guests with secure bike storage in one of the garage stalls on the property so you have full access to the space you need to park your bikes when you aren't riding. The Minnesota State Parks' tour of Mystery Cave, an easy drive to the southeast, was worthwhile for the experience of the state's longest cave (13+ miles, just a small portion of which is included on the tour). We give Habberstad House and Dave and Nancy our very highest recommendation. This is what the B&B experience is meant to be.

Elaine and Mark are awesome innkeepers! I felt right at home and they spent time telling me about…read morethe area, restaurants and recommended places to see. The gardens are gorgeous and there are many comfy outdoor seating areas. There are no bugs and it's very relaxing with birds singing and barely a breeze. I especially enjoyed the private balcony off the Scandinavian Suite. I got used to freshly brewed coffee and reading each morning....now I really miss that balcony! Breakfasts were yummy & beautifully arranged! I especially enjoyed the homemade enormous cinnamon role and Pannekoeken which is a Dutch pancake. We had breakfast with all the folks staying and everyone had interesting, fun stories to share with their impressions of what they did the day before and their plans for the day ahead. Highly recommend staying at the Habberstad House!

Green Gables Inn

Green Gables Inn

(5 reviews)

$$

I have been coming to Lanesboro for many years and my first choice for lodging is Green Gables Inn…read more I have tried most of the lodging in town. Believe me, I have always had good lodging experiences in Lanesboro. There is a lot of civic pride among the business community so there is a desire to please the visitors. I no longer go to BNB's because of the stairs, the big/scheduled breakfast and higher price. I need handicap access and I don't prefer a multi-course breakfast at a scheduled time. I like to sleep in sometimes. GGI has handicap access for both levels, from both an upper parking lot and a lower one. The rooms a short trip from both lots. This part of town is quieter being away from the bars, so unlikely that your sleep would be interrupted. Also some of the rooms have a river view. The property is very nicely landscaped with a gazebo (with a river view) and a lower level patio with tables and a barbeque. Both are very nice gathering spaces. Jackie, the very welcoming proprietor, maintains the property with a white glove, both inside and out. And yes it is cleaner than many more expensive hotels. My only concern with leaving this review is that I will now have to compete with more people when I want to reserve a room. Eileen R. Woodbury MN (not from San Francisco)

We reserved a room with a balcony and when we got there we realize that it was a shared balcony…read morehowever we called up the front desk and they were able to get us into another room that was really nice clean had a nice views of the town and Jackie the owner was able to accommodate us at a lower price for the room than what she normally charged the only thing is is there is no control for the air conditioner and you'd have to call the front desk and have them either lower it or raise it but we were in the anniversary suites and there was a nice little kitchenette in with a full-size coffee maker refrigerator and microwave we really enjoyed it it was a nice clean place and not very far from town at all and the price was reasonable.

Root River Inn & Suites - Deck for Lanesboro Suite

Root River Inn & Suites

(13 reviews)

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We made a last-minute decision to come to Lanesborough to check out the town and do some cycling…read more We were able to book the Harmony room. It was a room with two beds, 2 chairs, spacious enough. What we really enjoyed the most was the two relaxing chairs just outside of our door overlooking the landscape. We were also next-door to the commons, which is a great place to pop in to get some ice water, coffee , tea, hot chocolate - 24/7 a day. There was plenty of seating on the grounds, but our favorite was the hammock. It can be a little challenging to get in and out, but it's very restful once you're settled in. Check-in is at 3 PM but they allowed you to park on the premises starting at 1 PM. That's about the time we arrived so we parked and walked the town. This Inn has split levels so there can be lots of stairs depending on the location of your room. It was an enjoyable stay; we walked everywhere and never used our car. We appreciated the $5 gift card per person we receive for food at Paddle On Coffee.

Four couples met here. Two of us got the top level apartments so we had the deck to ourselves and a…read moreplace to gather and cook in the living area. The problem was the weather! It was cool and cloudy. We grilled the first night and 8 of us fit comfortably in the living room of Cedar. Two couples' rooms were small with no closets. Everything was clean and well-maintained. Grounds are beautiful. Hosts Jim and Pam were friendly. They provide coffee and bagels in a lounge area. They recommended a breakfast spot and it was good. There are lots of steps for the five levels. The bike storage room is nice and the guys played bags while the gals shopped. We considered a fire in the pit area. Parking is tight but close. The location is great for easy access to trails and eating places.

Anna V's B & B

Anna V's B & B

(4 reviews)

$$

This was our first B&B experience and our first time to Lanesboro. Thanks to Susie and Steve's…read morewarm hospitality, it won't be our last. Anna V's is a short jaunt from downtown Lanesboro on a quiet residential street. Please be advised to make your reservations well in advance because this is one of the best B&B's in town and it's no secret. We were warmly greeted by both of our hosts upon arrival. We were given a tour of the house and warm cookies and cider! Once we settled in our hosts were also helpful with dinner suggestions and willing to make reservations if needed. They had lots of helpful information (menu's, etc) available in booklets in our room as well. The bed was super comfy and the sheets were to die for. The most amazing sheets I have ever had the pleasure of sleeping on. The room had all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. In the morning, we enjoyed coffee delivered outside of our room, followed by an amazing three course breakfast. Every detail was attended to. They even took our pictures before we left! I've never felt so at home in someone else's home! Please visit Susie and Steve on your next visit to Lanesboro!

Victorian house with private baths and large rooms. Our hosts were warm and engaging and made our…read morestay very enjoyable. There is a bike barn to store your bikes at night. Breakfasts were amazing and they accommodated our dietary needs as well. Enjoyed the upstairs deck with my morning coffee. Quiet neighborhood. Would highly recommend this house to everyone.

Cedar Valley Resort - event center space for retreats, crafting, or reunions

Cedar Valley Resort

(4 reviews)

Shout out to the staff at Cedar Valley Resort, especially Lucas! Recently we were biking the Root…read moreRiver Trail and heard the sounds of laughter and fun coming from the Cedar Valley Resort. The place looked so inviting. The first things I noticed were a sand volleyball game going on, ladies out riding bikes around the trail in front of the resort, a caregiver and child out for a walk on the trail, a fun giant chessboard game on the yard, beautiful well kept cabins, well maintained grounds, and very organized area stocked with bikes, kayaks, tubes, and supplies while riding up to the convenience store and office. Attention had been paid to every detail from signage, to landscaping displays, and definitely to the training and choosing of staff. Every member of staff that we spoke with treated the resort as if they were the owner and we were their most important client. That kind of hospitality training is hard to come by and rarely seen. This place is a gem and the offerings that go along with it are breathtaking. Scenery for nature lovers, photography, birding, and artist refuge for painting. Trails for biking, hiking, and snowmobiles. Water activities whether floating, kayaking or fishing. Within blocks or a few miles of museums for history buffs and a block away from world famous homemade pie that is absolutely delightful. There is absolutely something for every person of any age. Then to absolutely top it off, Lucas, from the convenience store office after hours delivered our keys to us at our campground that we inadvertently left when we stopped on our way back to our campground in neighboring town. With staff that goes above and beyond like that for people who they met for 10 minutes and remember them from the numbers of people who come through every day is astounding ... Well done Lucas, your generosity and kindness moved your 5 star resort to an over the top resort that has no competition. You have a loyal fan base that is willing to spread the word far and wide.

We have been having our Family Reunion at this resort for 16 years now. It is always spotless…read more We started the year that Big Timber was built and started with one cabin and now we rent three. We keep busy by riding bike on the Root River bike trail and floating down the Root River. They rent bikes of all sizes and burleys. They also rent canoes, kayaks, and inner tubes. There is a playground with swings and slide for the small kids and volleyball and pickle ball courts for older people. When we ride bikes to town we ride to the ice cream shop with the small kids or to the brewery with the older kids. if you do not like to ride bikes you can get ice cream at the office there or at the pie shop just a block away.

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