Old Rittenhouse Inn is a great choice for a stay in Bayfield. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Bayfield Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this historic bed & breakfast include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
What to do
Skiing nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Services
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Wedding services
Facilities
1 building/tower
Garden
Terrace
Library
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Special features
Dining
Bayfield Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Tourism fee: USD 2.12 per accommodation, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
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
Are pets allowed at Old Rittenhouse Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Old Rittenhouse Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Old Rittenhouse Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Old Rittenhouse Inn?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Legendary Waters Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Old Rittenhouse Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing. Old Rittenhouse Inn also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Old Rittenhouse Inn?
Yes, Bayfield Restaurant offers local cuisine.
What's the area around Old Rittenhouse Inn like?
Old Rittenhouse Inn is a short 3-minute walk from Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and 5 minutes' walk from Apostle Islands Cruises.
Old Rittenhouse Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
October 29, 2024
karl
karl, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 16, 2024
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 11, 2024
Catherine
Catherine, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 1, 2024
Ben
Ben, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 20, 2024
Great place within walking distance to dining, shopping and the ferry to Madeline Island. VERY friendly staff and loved that breakfast was included.
Gail
Gail, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 3, 2024
Heath
Heath, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
June 13, 2024
Jim
Jim, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2024
This is a wonderful, magical place you take a step back in time. You will not regret this beautiful B&B.
Polly
Polly, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
March 26, 2023
James
James, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
March 19, 2023
A beautiful, and well run facility.
Susan M
Susan M, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
February 23, 2023
Kim
Kim, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
February 19, 2023
Love this place so much, bedrooms, dining room, corridors are beautiful. Love the classic victorian style.
Ximei
Ximei, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 18, 2021
Jim
Jim, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
April 19, 2021
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
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
February 19, 2021
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.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
February 17, 2021
I love Rittenhouse. It amazed me inside and out. Overall i love the place and the service
Restituto
Restituto, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
February 16, 2021
Over priced for what you get. For a BnB it was what I expected.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
February 15, 2021
Very comfortable stay, friendly staff and decent food.
Restaurant service was a bit slow.
Verified traveler
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
October 10, 2020
OK, but not Fabulous!
We booked two nites at the Old Rittenhouse Inn in Room VII. The outside of the Inn was beautiful in the fall foliage and sunshine when we arrived. Breakfasts were nice too. Unfortunately the room itself was disappointing. The redeeming factor is that it was large with a king bed and had its own bathroom. Compared to other vintage B&Bs where we have stayed we found the decorating terribly dreary and totally dated with old-time bordered wallpaper and an usual collection of antique oriental fans on the walls instead of pictures. We knew that there would be a large 1980s-vogue jacuzzi in the room that we wouldn’t use. However, the online photos show a fireplace with a burning fire. Reality was a sofa pushed up against the fireplace so it could not be used even in October! There is no TV is the room, no mini-fridge nor a coffeemaker as is customary with a more upscale room. To perhaps maintain the period look of the Inn, if that is indeed the point of not having these amenities, all could be installed in the armoire in the room. Frankly with so many places in Bayfield closed due to Covid there is not much to do after 7:30 pm. So with no TV and difficult reading with the low wattage antique lamps we wished we had booked one nite instead of two. They also do not serve dinner now except on weekends. With the tired look and lack of fireplace warmth in the room Old Rittenhouse was OK, but when we come back we will stay elsewhere.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
October 7, 2020
Great Location, Historic charm, with very attentive staff.
Verified traveler
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 14, 2020
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 11, 2020
Beautiful place. Did kinda miss a TV , as it was cold outside, so that limited things to do at night. And COVID limited restaurant availability. Very nice time.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
September 7, 2020
Victorian Charm at Bayfield
This is a beautiful B&B. We were at room 5 which was a great size and it seemed like that other rooms on the floor were the same. Old Victorian charm with modern amenities. COVID has had an impact but was managed reasonably good. We highly recommend this hotel.
Faezeh
Faezeh, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
July 13, 2020
I loved the old time feel. Staff were great and very accommodating! Air conditioner was a plus. Have a TV option might be nice. I like to watch local news and was unable to at night. I stayed at another B&B and they had a pillow mattress added for comfort. Otherwise it was amazing and would still come again! I only stayed one night and would have loved to have stayed longer. Thank-you so much for allowing me to stay and make me feel safe with Covid 19. I loved your strict face mask policy. I believe as a business owner it is your lead we all should follow. So thank-you so much! Will certainly come again!
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
February 3, 2020
Very attentive and always accommodating staff. The food was delightful and exceeded my expectations!