Old Rittenhouse Inn

3.5 star property
Comfortable historic bed & breakfast, walk to Lake Superior

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Suite, 1 King Bed (Whirlpool) | Jetted tub
Rittenhouse Room VI
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Breakfast included
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Explore the area

Map
301 Rittenhouse Avenue, Bayfield, WI, 54814
  • Popular LocationApostle Islands Cruises5 min walk
  • Popular LocationApostle Islands Marina6 min walk
  • Popular LocationMadeline Island Ferry Line7 min walk

Room options

Rittenhouse Suite XI

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Rittenhouse Room V

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Rittenhouse Cottage

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 96 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Le Chateau Turret Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Le Chateau Master Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Le Chateau Tower Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Le Chateau Ballroom

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Le Chateau South Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Le Chateau North Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Rittenhouse Moroccan Suite XII

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Rittenhouse Room I

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Rittenhouse Suite X

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Rittenhouse Room IX

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Rittenhouse Room VIII

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Rittenhouse Room VII

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Rittenhouse Room VI

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Rittenhouse Room IV

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Rittenhouse Room III

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Rittenhouse Room II

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Bayfield

At Old Rittenhouse Inn you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Lake Superior and Apostle Islands Marina. Highlights at this historic B&B include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Bayfield Restaurant, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10 AM. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Bayfield B&B include Bayfield Heritage Museum and Christ Episcopal Church.

What's nearby

  • Apostle Islands Cruises - 5 min walk
  • Apostle Islands Marina - 6 min walk
  • Madeline Island Ferry Line - 7 min walk
  • Apostle Highlands Golf Course - 5 min drive
  • Legendary Waters Casino - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Manypenny Bistro - 4 min walk
  • Pier Plaza Restaurant - 5 min walk
  • The Pickled Herring - 6 min walk
  • Beach Club - 52 min drive
  • Morty's Pub - 4 min walk

About this property

Old Rittenhouse Inn

Comfortable historic bed & breakfast, walk to Lake Superior
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the historic Old Rittenhouse Inn. The bed & breakfast can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Bayfield bed & breakfast.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Old Rittenhouse Inn offers 12 accommodations with air conditioning. This Bayfield bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bayfield Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • No housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Building
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Tourism fee: USD 2.12 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

Property is also known as

Old Rittenhouse
Old Rittenhouse Bayfield
Old Rittenhouse Inn
Old Rittenhouse Inn Bayfield
Rittenhouse Inn
Old Rittenhouse Hotel Bayfield
Old Rittenhouse Inn Bayfield
Old Rittenhouse Inn Bed & breakfast
Old Rittenhouse Inn Bed & breakfast Bayfield

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Old Rittenhouse Inn?

Yep, Old Rittenhouse Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Old Rittenhouse Inn?

The closest beach to Old Rittenhouse Inn is Major Gilbert Beach (6.1 km).

Does Old Rittenhouse Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary full breakfast is served daily between 7:30 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Old Rittenhouse Inn?

No, Old Rittenhouse Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Old Rittenhouse Inn?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Old Rittenhouse Inn's onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Old Rittenhouse Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Old Rittenhouse Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Old Rittenhouse Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 92 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James, Stevens Point

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful, and well run facility.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Kim

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ximei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place so much, bedrooms, dining room, corridors are beautiful. Love the classic victorian style.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent food , service and stay
Great staff and service. Lovely hotel. Only downside room was a bit hot and as we were in a room near the stairs there were a lot of chattering people saying good night to each other as they parted ways
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were pampered as always, the Rittenhouse is a bed and breakfast second to NONE. Every detail is perfect. Fine dining with a multiple course, chef-made breakfast, amazing location, beautiful rooms. Best of the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Restituto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I love Rittenhouse. It amazed me inside and out. Overall i love the place and the service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Over priced for what you get. For a BnB it was what I expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay, friendly staff and decent food. Restaurant service was a bit slow.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021