Bayfield, Wisconsin · Since 1885

Where the Pines Meet Superior.

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Rooms & Suites

Make Yourself at Home

Stay in the Main House for the character of an 1885 home, or choose the Garden House for a spacious room with a king bed, fireplace, and jetted tub. Find your favorite and settle in for a long weekend together.

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2021 · 2022 · 2025
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
21

islands, eight light stations, one great lake.

The Apostle Islands

Spend a Day Among the Islands

Cruise past wooded islands and historic lighthouses, or paddle along sandstone cliffs shaped by Lake Superior. Leave time to explore, then return to Pinehurst for a homemade afternoon treat and an evening in the gardens.

On the Water
A red sandstone sea arch on Lake Superior

The Sea Caves

Red sandstone arches by kayak in summer, and on foot when a cold winter freezes the lake.

Sea kayaks on a Lake Superior beach

Kayak Excursions

Guided half-day and full-day paddles along the mainland shore.

A schooner under full sail near the Apostle Islands

Lighthouse & Sailing Cruises

An afternoon on Superior, past the island light stations.

Explore Bayfield

Spend a Few Days by the Lake

Take the ferry to Madeline Island, browse Bayfield’s galleries, or visit the orchards above town. Leave an afternoon open to follow the shoreline, stop somewhere for lunch, and see a little more before heading back to Pinehurst.

#1 in Bayfield … For a Reason

We’ve Thought of Everything

From a homemade, three-course breakfast each morning to a fire and a deep soak at the end of the day, our Boutique Hotel is designed so you can relax without having to think about it.

  1. #1 Rated property in Wisconsin (TripAdvisor and Google) and top 25 in US (TripAdvisor – 2021, 2022, 2025)
  2. 5 rooms with jetted tubs, 4 rooms with fireplaces, 1 with steam shower
  3. 2 handicapped accessible first floor suites
  4. Complimentary onsite sauna (and hot tub in 2027)
  5. Gourmet breakfasts with complimentary evening wine reception
  6. EV charger and onsite massages available
  7. Family friendly rooms and suites
  8. Beautiful scenic lot – perfect for small weddings and events
  9. Many eco-friendly adaptations including solar panels
  10. Deluxe pillow and towel menus plus complimentary high speed WiFi and Television
  11. Incredible off-season specials
  12. Clean contemporary décor with exceptional hospitality
The Pinehurst Journal

Get to Know The Area

Favorite places, seasonal outings, and local suggestions for your stay.

Featured
Winter

When the Ice Caves Open: A Winter Guide

In a cold enough winter the lake freezes along the mainland and the sea caves fill with ice. What to watch for, what to wear, and how to make a weekend of it.
On the Water

A First-Timer’s Guide to the Island Cruises

Which cruise to book, where to sit, and how to fit a lighthouse tour into a long weekend.
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Day Trips

A Slow Day on Madeline Island

Catch an early ferry, rent bikes in La Pointe, and be back at the inn for the afternoon treat.
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