"We have stayed in quite a few bed and breakfast inns, and what sets one apart from another, for me, are the "extras" and the personal touches. Spicer Castle has that."
— Tripadvisor.com review

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Central Minnesota Best Entertainment Idea, Spicer Castle Inn

Sunday, November 15th, 2009

Spicer Castle Inn, Central MinnesotaAre you looking for lots of laughs, great food and an evening filled with fun?  Look no further – our popular interactive murder mystery dinners are “awesome,” read what our guests have said, “Haven’t laughed this much in years,” “The food was fantastic!”  Are you a foodie?  Be sure to read our menu below.

Friday, November 6th we are offering a Buy One Murder Mystery Ticket and Get One FREE!!  This is an excellent opportunity to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, girlfriend getaway, or just have fun.  Stay the night for $99.00 for two adults and enjoy a whirlpool tub, fireplace and awake to a four-course breakfast.Enjoy a whirlpool tub and watch the flames dance in the fireplace.

Murder Mystery Dinner Menu
Hors d’Oeuvres
Warmed Cinnamon Apple Cider
Spiced and Candies Pecans, Walnuts and Almonds
Dried Fruits and Grapes
Imported Cheeses with House Crostini, Water Crackers and Sliced Baguettes
Roasted Tomato, Basil and Cheese Crostini
Wild Mushroom Flatbread
Soup and Salad Course
Lyonnaise Gratinee Soup
Cranberry and Candied Walnut Salad
Entrees:
Roasted Prime Rib & Shrimp, Pan Au-Jus and Horseradish Cream
Shrimp Fettuccini*
Roasted Chicken with Wild Mushroom Hunter Sauce
Parmesan Crusted Walleye
Butternut Squash Ravioli*
All Entrees Include: Red Skin Mashed Potatoes, Garlic Baby Green Beans. *Pasta Entrees do not include Mashed Potatoes
Dessert
White Chocolate Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake
Beverages
Mocha Java Coffee and Herbal Teas
Wine and Beer List Available
Special Dietary Requests met with advance notice.

Get ready to enjoy an evening filled with laughter and great food as you experience one of Central Minnesota’s best kept secrets – a bed and breakfast murder mystery dinner along the shores of beautiful Green Lake.  We are located 45 minutes away from St. Cloud, and 90 miles away from Minneapolis/St. Paul.

Central MN ~ Holiday Shopping Expo at Spicer Castle Inn.

Tuesday, November 10th, 2009
 

 Deer Hunting Widows are you looking for a fun afternoon on Saturday, November 14th?  Stop by our Inn and enjoy shopping and looking at the 1000′s of gift items from several vendors.  Great way to get a start on your holiday shopping list.  While your at the Inn, enjoy our wine tasting with cheese, spiced nuts and hors doeuvres and tour a few of our 18 guestrooms on our five acre estate located on beautiful Green Lake.

Stay for dinner and enjoy our wood fire grill entrees.  Want to make a night of it?  Stay for $99.00 in one of our whirlpool/fireplace guestrooms and enjoy sitting by the bonfire, telling tales and roasting s’mores, laughing out loud at our Buy One Get One Free murder mystery dinner, go to the movies, soak in a whirlpool tub while you watch the flames dance in the fireplace, play board games, put a puzzle together, get a massage,  go for a hike, visit Glacial Ridge Winery, antique stores, Millpond Mercantile, Bead Jam to name a few of the activities to do in our area.

Spicer Castle is located 45 minutes  away from St. Cloud and 90 miles from Minneapolis/St. Paul.

Central MN ~ Spicer Castle Bed & Breakfast Inn Fall Wood Fire Dinner

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

Sunset over Green Lake ~ Spicer Castle InnTonight as I am bundled in a cozy blanket and enjoying a steaming cup of peppermint tea I can hear the wind outside rustling through the leaves.  The air is crisp and the trees are turning crimson red and bright yellow ~ fall is here! 

I am excited for our new fall wood fire dinner that runs every Thursday throught Sunday night.    To get an idea of the grounds and outdoor fire pit click here to watch a short video.   

Be sure to bring your camera as the sunsets are magnificent over  Green Lake.   John Spicer, who built this grand lake home in 1895 selected this spot for the sunsets and during the autumn season when the moon is full the reflection on the water it is truly transpiring.  If you or someone special in your life is  celebrating a birthday, anniversary or other special occasion or perhaps you are  looking for a romantic getaway or fun girls night out our Fall Wood Fire Dinner is just for you. 

I hope that you will be able to join us for a fun and exciting evening with great food, fellowship and a laugh or two.  Click here to purchase tickets with or without lodging, or call 1-800-821-6675 and we will be happy to assist you.  Be sure to check out our calendar of events for all the scheduled activities at our bed and breakfast Inn now through December 31st.

Central, Minnesota ~ Best Halloween Getaway Idea at Historic Spicer Castle Inn

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
On Beautiful Green Lake

On Beautiful Green Lake

This Halloween you can dress up in a costume, act silly,  laugh out-loud and enjoy great food in our hilarious interactive Murder Mystery Dinner offered Friday and Saturday nights beginning at 8:00 pm.  Let’s get excited about the idea of having fun,  like we did when we were young!   I remember Halloween as a night filled with friends, fun and acting silly. One of my fondest halloween memories is when we were living in a remote mining town in Indonesia  where Halloween was unheard of.  My mother wanted my brother and I to have fun, and she knew I enjoyed trick or treating,  somehow my mom informed the towns people of this American tradition and that night in the rain, wearing my witch costume that my mom had dyed black with hair dye , I left a trial of black bubbles where ever I went trick or treating, laughing and having a great time.

This Halloween get your family and friends together and make it a MN weekend getaway at our unusual bed and breakfast inn with 17 guestrooms, several of which features a double whirlpool tub and fireplace.  Save on lodging with our $99 last minute deal that includes afternoon tea, one nights lodging (excluding John’s  Cottage or Raymond’s Cabin) and a four-course breakfast.  Sit by the bonfire telling tales and making s’mores.

Things to do in our area: visit our local winery, Glacial Ridge Winery, dress in a costume, go for a haunted hayride, sample wines and have fun at the Wicked Party on Friday, October 30th. Before you head out for an evening of fun enjoy a wonderful Wood Fire Dinner seated in our lakeside dining room.  Stroll through the Willmar Jaycees Haunted House, visit Long Lake Antiques, Sibley State Park, Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center, Three Sisters Amish Furniture Store, Agape Coffee House, Mill Pond Mercantile, Bead Jam Store, Twin Spin Cinema or the Bison Ranch.

Getaway to central Minnesota.  Join us at the Inn. Unique bed and breakfast inn, lots of fun, last minute getaway … its a deal. See you soon!  Call our reservation hotline. 1-800-821-6675. Or visit us online at http://www.spicercastle.com/index.html

Central, MN ~ Halloween Fun solve a MURDER! A weekend of scary fun.

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

Want to have lots of fun, dress up and enjoy a wonderful dinner this Halloween?  Visit our 113 year old historic Inn for a weekHistoric Spicer Castle Inn on Beautiful Green Lake.end of suspense and laughter as you help to solve a Murder!  Our bed and breakfast located in Central Minnesota along the shores of Green Lake is the perfect setting for a fantastic weekend filled with laughter and suspense.   Save $40.00 on our Friday night Murder Mystery Package that includes afternoon tea, participation in our hilarious murder mystery along with a five course dinner with your choice of entrees.  Followed by spooky tales at the bonfire and one night’s lodging and a four-course breakfast, sales tax and gratuity are included in the package price.  Mention this blog to get the $40.00 discount.

Central MN, Spicer Castle Inn and the Fall colors out my window…

Monday, October 5th, 2009

Only in Minnesota do the seasons change so rapidly, now as I am looking out the window I see the Amur Maple tree is a splendid red color and there is a chance of snow flurries Friday night.

I am excited for the fall season and the opportunity to introduce our wood fire dinners to you. We are offering 12 Pepper Seasoned Sirloin, Herb Pork Loin with Dijon Sauce, Chicken Breast with Italian Marinade and Shrimp Skewers.  To top off your dining exeprience you will want to sample our Roasted Apple with Caramel Sauce and Ice Cream, Pumpkin Cheesecake or Ultimate Brownie Torte.Spicer Castle Inn overlooking beautiful Green Lake  

If you are celebrating a special event, such as a birthday, anniversary or  get-together, I hope you keep us in mind for your dining experience.  We look forward to welcoming you to the Spicer Castle Inn.

Spicer, MN ~ Spicer Castle Inn Fall Wood Fire Dinner

Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009

Spicer Castle InnWe are excited to announce our new fall Spicer Castle Inn Fall Wood Fire Dinners.  You can make your reservation just for dinner or if you are looking for a fun getaway include a night or two at our historic bed and breakfast Inn along the shores of beautiful Green Lake.  The colors are  just starting to show their autumn splendor – now is a great time to visit our Inn and enjoy the outdoors.

Fall is a beautiful season and the splendor of the sunsets across Green Lake was the reason John Spicer selected this location to build his lake home.  There are 18 guestrooms, several with double whirlpool tubs and showers, fireplaces, coffeemakers, refirgerators and microwaves.  Afternoon tea and a four-course breakfast are included with your stay.

Click here to read the menu and purchase tickets or packages with lodging rooms.

Lodging Special for any guestroom (excluding John’s Cottage and Raymond’s Cabin).  Enjoy relaxing in a double whirlpool while you watch the flames dance in the fireplace. 

Looking for some laughs and great food?  Than our murder mystery dinner is just the ticket held Friday and Saturday or reserve your murder mystery lunch or dinner with a minimum of 8 guests any day of the week.

Looking for something to do?  Go biking or walking on the paved trails, don’t want to bring your bike, rent one at the nearby Spicer Bike & Sports.  Visit Sibley State Park   or try your luck at mini golf at the Big Kahuna Fun Park. Sit by the shore and read a good book, check out the local Glacial Ridge Winery, go canoeing along the shore of Green Lake, try your luck at shore fishing, shop at the nearby stores or catch a movie at the Twin Spin Cinema to name a few of the many things to do in our area.

I look forward to welcoming you to the Spicer Castle Inn.

Spicer, MN ~ Best Vacation Idea, Spicer Castle Inn

Monday, August 31st, 2009

Labor Day Weekend Last Minute Special.  Make some memories this Labor Day Weekend at the Spicer Castle Inn.  Our fun packages are sure to make the end of your summer special.

Friday, Sept. 4th and Saturday, Sept. 5th* ~ $99.00 Lodging with free MURDER MYSTERY DINNER Historic Spicer Castle Inn on beautiful Green Lake….When you buy 1 ticket at regular price you will receive another FREE!

Sunday, Sept. 6th**. $99.00 Lodging with our Autumn Cook Out special from 5:00 to 7:00 pm for $10.00 per person. 

Join us at our new fire pit and outdoor cooking station!  Embrace the dazzling colors, the crisp air, the stunning blue skies, the painted sunsets.  In the bounty of fall we have created new menus for your enjoyment. We have created a number of campfire meals that you will be able to simply prepare and enjoy the leisurely pace of fall at the Inn.   

 

All campfire entrees include Heirloom Tomato Salad, Rolls and Roasted Potato Wedges. With your choice of entrees below:

Sirloin Steak with 12 Peppercorn and Roasted Garlic.

Roasted Chicken Breast with Italian Herb Marinade

Pork Chop with Rosemary Dijon Butter

Shrimp Skewer with Lemon Garlic Butter

Choose either: Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Aioli or Roasted Carrots 

Try our new Campfire Desserts prepared right over the wood fired grill $4.00 per person.

Roasted Apples and Old Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream – or -

Campfire Smores Bread Pudding

Beverages available.

*The Last Minute Lodging and Murder Mystery Dinner Specials apply only to reservations made after August 31 and exclude John’s Cottage and Raymond’s Cabin. 

**The Sunday night Autumn Cook Out special can be applied to previous reservations by calling 800-821-6675.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spicer Castle Inn, Spicer, MN ~ Weekend Specials

Wednesday, August 26th, 2009

SPICER CASTLE INN  ~ $99.00 Weekend Lodging Special (excluding Johns’ Cottage & Raymond’s Cabin)
You need to get out of town this weekend. We are a short 90 minutes west of Mpls-St. Paul and a lifetime away from stress. Come relax and enjoy. You can afford to at our more than reasonable rates… plus we have other LAST MINUTE SPECIALS.

A fun-filled weekend awaits~~FOR ONLY 99.00 PER NIGHT!
THURSDAY, August 27 FRIDAY, August 28, SATURDAY, August, 29

Includes our 4 course breakfast and a steak dinner for 2 for only 10.00
>>>>>FREE DINNER CRUISE… When you buy 1 ticket at regular price you will receive another FREE.!!!<<<<<
>>>>> FREE MURDER MYSTERY DINNER ….When you buy 1 ticket at regular price you will receive another FREE.!!!;<<<<
Spicer Castle Inn Bed & Breakfast
Call us at 1-800-821-6657
LIMITED ROOMS AVAILABLE. CALL OR RESERVE ONLINE TODAY! www.spicercastle.com

Spicer, MN ~ Best Vacation Idea at our historic inn on beautiful Green Lake!

Sunday, July 12th, 2009

On Beautiful Green Lake

On Beautiful Green Lake

Look what you get for $99.00*

 

Summer is here – now is the time to slip on your sandals and get out the sunscreen.  Whether you enjoy the indoors or outdoors, Spicer Castle Inn is your summer destination get-away.  Mid-week travelers (Sunday through Wednesday night) grill your dinner overlooking beautiful Green Lake ~ choose from 8 oz. sirloin, 6 oz. chicken breast, 8 oz. pork loin, 2 bratwurst or 2 quarter pound hamburgers, Per Person!  We will provide the baked potato with all the fixings, salad, rolls and beverage.  Afternoon tea and breakfast will be waiting for you. *Excludes John’s Cottage and Raymond’s Cabin.  Price based on two guests per room.

While at Spicer Castle enjoy a glass of lemonade while you relax overlooking beautiful Green Lake, dine aboard the Spicer Castle Belle as you enjoy a 2.5 hour tour of Green Lake, laugh out loud at our humorous five course murder mystery dinner, go biking on the paved biking trails, canoe by the Inn, try your luck at fishing from shore, take a hike, go sunbatheing at the beach, sit by the bonfire while you make smores and count lightning bugs, experience the spectacular sunsets, put a puzzle together or play a board game while you reconnect with that special someone in your life.

Check out the dinner cruise and murder mystery pages for weekly specials.  We look forward to welcoming you to our Inn this summer!