"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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Spicer, MN ~ Central Minnesota Best Last Minute Getaway ~ Great Girlfriends Getaway at Spicer Castle Inn

Sunday, November 15th, 2009

Friday, November 6th and Saturday, November 7th $99.00 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. Historic Spicer Castle Inn on Beautiful Green Lake.

Looking for some laughs and great food?  Than our murder mystery dinner is just the ticket.  November 7th sign up for our afternoon Holiday Centerpiece Workshop and create a one of a kind centerpiece for your holiday table.  November 14th join the fun in our afternoon Holiday Shopping Expo and Wine/Cheese Sampling. 

 Or enjoy our new Wood Fire Grille Menu prepared at our new firepit is a great hit with our guests. Enjoy a relaxing evening during this beautiful time of year in central Minnesota’s bountiful lake country.  Embrace the crisp evening air and the yellows of the early fall colors in our panoramic view of Green Lake in our lakeside dining room. $20.00  per person.

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 .   Sit by the shore and read a good book, check out the local Glacial Ridge Winery,  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.

Our last minute lodging special applies to reservations made after Tuesday, November 3rd.

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.