Aurora Staples Inn, Stillwater, Minnesota
Stillwater Minnesota Bed and Breakfast near Afton State Park
This historic, landmark home is a classic Queen Anne Victorian built by a lumber baron for his daughter. Her husband was a Civil War veteran and survivor of the famous First Minnesota charge at the battle at Gettysburg.
The home is elegantly decorated to reflect the Victorian era. A spacious hall, showcase parlor, and book-filled library with a wood burning fireplace are open to our guests. A full breakfast is served in the formal dining room.
An open staircase leads to the four guest rooms on the second floor, the fifth is in the Carriage House, just behind the Inn. Rooms are air conditioned and each has its own private bath, whirlpool and a fireplace. All are furnished with antiques and fine art.
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Owners: Cathy and Jerry Helmberger
Open Since: 1996
We Accept: Checks, Mastercard and Visa
Price Range: Check with owner as prices may vary
No. of Rooms With Private Bath: 5
No. of Rooms With Shared Bath: 0
Location: In small town and On bluff
Amenities: Air conditioning, Fireplace in room, VCR, Antiques, Whirlpool/spa in-room, Sitting room/library, Full breakfast, Guest refrigerator (filled), Room with scenic view, Private porch, Gift shop on site, No smoking, Designated smoking, Meeting rooms/facilities, Suites available, Guest cottages available, In-room or on-deck coffee/tea service, Coffee and tea tray in bed before breakfast and Discounts/specials available
Sight-Seeing: Museum and Historical site/district
Water Sports: Swimming and Canoe rentals
Daredevil Sports: Rappeling
Other Sports: Golf and Tennis
Out In The Town: Antique shops/malls
Out In Nature: Bike trails, Hiking trails and Parks
Rides & Tours: Winery tours, Train rides, Riverboat rides and City tours
Miscellaneous: Whirlpool/spa in-room
Memberships: (* = organization inspected the inn, + = organization is PAAAC approved)
* Minnesota Bed & Breakfast Guild, Professional Innkeepers of America
Area Attractions:
Afton State Park, Historic Home Tours, O'Brien State Park, Lumberjack Days, St. Croix River, a National Scenic Water Way, Aamodts' Apple Orchard, Northern Vineyards, Washington Country History Museums and Sites
These recreational facilities and attractions are all within 10 miles of Aurora Staples Inn.
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