Posts Tagged ‘Green Lake’
Tuesday, March 9th, 2010
Today it is raining and overcast in Spicer, Minnesota and I am excited because Spring is near. My thoughts turn to the anticipation of seeing the first crocus peak through the ground.
At our Minnesota Inn we are blessed to be located along the beautiful shores of Green Lake on a five acre natural park like setting. Summer is a great time of year in Central Minnesota with boating, swimming, fishing, biking, birding, bonfire’s, s’mores, sandcastles and catching lightning bugs at our MN bed and breakfast inn.
Looking for a fun event try our popular murder mystery dinners, foodie adventure nights, dinner cruises, all you can eat specials, dinner menu, and Sunday brunch.
While staying at our B&B you may want to visit our areas many interesting shops, parks, cinemas, theaters, golf courses and beaches. Here are a few links to the several fun places to visit while staying at our Minnesota bed and breakfast. Glacial Ridge Winery, Mill Pond Mercantile, Bead Jam, Mr. B’s Chocolatier, Bison Ranch, Sibley State Park, Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center, Barn Theater, Twin Spin Cinema, Little Crow Ski Club and Big Kahuna Park.
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2010
Strap on those skis!
Winter can be cold here at Green Lake Minnesota, it’s true. We like to pass the winter months at our Minnesota bed and breakfast curled up beside roaring fires, with book in hand and cups of tea by our side. It is as delightful as it sounds.
Yet many of us also like to get out and experience the winter wonderland that is all around us – at least from time to time. It makes us appreciate the warmth of the fire so much more.
It is always invigorating to put on a pair of snowshoes or cross country skis and head out into the wilderness (or at least to a well-marked trail). You are invited to blaze your own trail right from our Minnesota Inn. Ski for miles or stomp around in your snowshoes for an hour or so. You will certainly be ready to return to our Minnesota bed and breakfast as the light fades, ready for Afternoon Tea.
Nearby Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center has almost seven miles of trails throughout its 500 acres. This is another delightful place to ski. Equipment rental (cross country skis or snowshoes) is available.
Now is the time to put down that book and strap on those skis!
Tags: cross county skiing, Green Lake, Prairie Woods, Snow Shoeing
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Sunday, January 24th, 2010
This year may your Valentine’s be filled with love, laughter and luscious food. Imagine you and your sweetheart relaxing in a double whirlpool tub while watching the flames dance in the fireplace, later both of you can indulge in a romantic candlelit dinner for two or an evening filled with laughter and suspesne in our hilarious murder mystery dinner.
To make your stay special be sure to include one of our romance packages where your special someone will be delighted with chocolates, chocolate dipped strawberries, roses, lotions, candles or massage depending on the package you select.
February 14th enjoy our $99 lodging special and add our romantic candlelit dinner for two.
While visiting our Inn you may wish to visit Glacial Ridge Winery, Twin Spin Cinema, Mill Pond Mercantile, coffee shops and unique stores.
We are sure that you will enjoy your stay at our rustic Minnesota bed and breakfast near St. Cloud and Minneapolis/St. Paul. Our B&B is located on the south east shore of Green Lake near Spicer, New London and Willmar.
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Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009
Are you looking for a great affordable vacation that offers wonderful food, cozy rooms with double whirlpool tubs and fireplaces, along with lots of activities at the Inn and in the area? Look at what we have to offer at our Minnesota Bed and Breakfast located along the beautiful shores of Green Lake in Central Minnesota.
Are you able to getaway mid-week? If so we have a great offer for you! $99.00 Lodging Special (Sunday through Thursday) along with our newly opened restaurant featuring All You Can Eat dinners served Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights. Wood Fire Grill Menu available Tuesday through Saturday, seating from 5-9 pm. Perfect gift idea for anniversaries, birthdays and honeymoons.
Winter Activities at our Inn Include: Be sure to sign up at the time you make your reservation to be sure your space is reserved.
Participating in our hilarious interactive Murder Mystery Dinners.
Enjoy a relaxaing Massage and Dinner.
Relax with a Candlelit Dinner from our Wood Fire Grill Menu
Surprise your special guest with a Romance Box awaiting in your room upon arrival.
Play Board and Card Games.
Read a book from our library.
Take your snowshoes out and enjoy an invigorating hike in the woods or on Green Lake.
Go Ice Skating on Green Lake – right out our front window.
Walk out on Green Lake to your Fish House (make advance reservation).
Sit by the bonfire and view the stars that look vibrant under the crisp winter sky.
Winter Outdoor Activities in our Area:
All listings below are located within 20 miles from our Inn
Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center
There is a variety of outdoor and indoor activities, such as, 6 miles of groomed trails for snowshoeing, cross country skiing (snow shoe and cross country ski rental available), 40 ft. climbing wall to name a few fun winter events. Located approximately 10 miles from our Inn on Lake Florida.
Sibley State Park
Sleigh Rides Scroll down the page to find contact information on sleigh rides. Spicer Winterfest and Ice Castle Weekend is January 16th.
Fireworks and outdoor events are planned each year for Winterfest activities.
Winter Indoor Activities in our Area:
Glacial Ridge Winery
Mr. B’s Chocolatier 320-235-1313
House of Jacob’s Lefse and Gifts
Gossman Pottery
Whitney’s Music Jazz-n-Java
Spicer Floral & Sophia’s Gift Gallery 320-796-0176
Bell Tower Antiques 320-796-5515
Stone Art 4Life 320-796-0848
Uniquely Knit
Flying Goose Quilt Shop
Banner Oak Pottery
Bead Jam
Heritage Falls Market
Mill Pond Mercantile
Angels & Ivy
Three Sister’s Amish Furnishings
Art House
J&L Bison Ranch
Glacial Ridge Alpaca’s
Coffee Shops
Deidra’s Espresso Cafe and Bakery 320-796-6765
Latte Da Espresso
Caribou Coffee
Lulu Beans
Spa’s and Tanning
Bellezza Spa
The New U Vitality Center 320-796-6398
Deb’s Tanning Salon 320-796-2905
Palm Tree Tanning 320-796-0500
Illusion’s Boutique & Tanning
Fitness
Snap Fitness 320-796-2424
YMCA
Museum
Kandiyohi County Museum
Mikkelson Collection
Schwanke Museum
Movie Theater
Twin Spin Cinema
Carmike Cinema
This is a partial list of events and unique shops in our area. We would be delighted to put together a personalized package just for you.
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Saturday, November 28th, 2009
Relax after after a busy Black Friday. Join us tonight (Saturday, November 28th) for one of the best dinner and/or lodging deals in our area. $12.00 Sirloin Steak prepared on our Wood Fire Grill with Salad, Rolls, Baked Potato and Green Beans. Full Menu is available. Enjoy lakeside dining at our historic bed and breakfast Inn in Central Minnesota. We are located 10 miles north of Willmar, 45 minutes from St. Cloud and 90 miles away from Minneapolis/St. Paul. Call 800-821-6675 for further information.
$99.00 lodging tonight – enjoy a romantic evening in one of our double whirlpool and fireplace rooms and wake up to a four course breakfast served at 9:00 am at our Minnesota bed and breakfast along the shores of beautiful Green Lake 
in Kandiyohi County.
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Sunday, November 15th, 2009
Eat like a king on a miser’s budget! Tuesdays Barbecue Ribs 8.99 and Thursdays Prime Rib 10.99. Includes salad, rolls and baked potato. Wednesday is Pasta 7.99 with Chicken Alfredo or Marinara with Sausage. Includes salad and roll. Full menu available. Lakeside seating overlooking beautiful Green Lake. Serving from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. Gladly accepting advance reservations by email: spicercastle@spicercastle.com or call 1-800-821-6675 or 320-796-5870. Ask about our Birthday Club.
Sunday through Thursday night stay for $99.00 in a cozy guestroom in our Carriage House, Garden House or Honey House and enjoy a double whirlpool tub while you watch the flames dance in the fireplace. Enjoy a bonfire at night and a four-course breakfast inside the Inn or brought to your room.
Our Minnesota bed and breakfast is located 45 minutes from St. Cloud and 90 miles from Minneapolis/St. Paul.
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Sunday, November 15th, 2009
Do you enjoy mystery and intrigue ~ laughing out loud and great food? Does Friday the 13th make for a special occasion? Look no further because Friday, November 13th and Saturday, November 14th you can join us for a mysterious murder mystery dinner and best of all we are offering a Buy One Get One Free murder mystery ticket.
The evening includes a five-course dinner and here is a clue to our menu: Prime Rib and Shrimp, Shrimp Fettuccine, Roasted Chicken, Parmesan Crusted Walleye or Butternut Squash Ravioli and for dessert White Chocolate Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake with Melba Sauce and Whipped Cream.
Our guests have told us that our bed and breakfast located in Central Minnesota is “awesome,” “haven’t laughed this much in years.” “great beds!” . This is a great idea for a special birthday, anniversary, girlfriend getaway or just an evening of fun. We enjoy personalizing your special event with fresh flowers, massages, decorated cakes, chocolate covered strawberries and romantic candlelit dinners for two just to name a few ideas. If you have something special in mind or would like us to personalize your event, let us know and we will be happy to assist you.
Why not stay the night for only $99.00 for two adults ~and enjoy our cozy guestrooms or guesthouses with double whirlpool tubs and fireplaces. Sit by our lakeside bonfire during these cool November nights and tell tales while you roast s’more and view the spectacular sunsets over the water. In the morning enjoy a four course breakfast in the dining room or brought to your guestroom.
Spicer Castle Inn is located on five wooded acres along the southeast shore of beautiful Green Lake in Spicer, Minnesota. Our b&b is located 45 minutes from St. Cloud and 90 miles from Minneapolis/St. Paul.
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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. 
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.
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Sunday, November 15th, 2009
Are 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.
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.
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Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
Tonight 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.
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