"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 ~ 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 ~ Historic Spicer Castle Inn Columbus Day Special

Friday, October 9th, 2009

Are you looking for a last minute getaway that offers relaxation, beautfiul fall colors, scenic lake, walking and biking paths along with great food?  Than our Columbus Day Special(Sunday, October 11 and Monday, October 12) is for you! 

In 1492 Columbus sailed the ocean blue and our special will have you feeling anew.  Stay at our Inn on beautiful Green Lake in Central Minnesota and enjoy our $99.00 lodging special including afternoon tea and four course breakfast.  Add our wood fire dinner, $10.00 per person grill your own or $19.95 per person chef prepared.  All entrees include: cranberry walnut salad, rolls, parmesan potato wedges, acorn squash and parsnip medley or roasted carrots.  Your choice of: sirloin steak, roasted chicken breast, rosemary pork loin or shrimp skewer.  Dessert choices: roasted apples with caramel sauce and ice cream, ultimate brownie torte ala mode or pumpkin cheesecake with caramel bourbon sauce.  Beverages: coffee, tea, hot chocolate, chai tea, soda or we have our wine and beer list available.

While your at our B&B you can go hiking or biking on the paved trail, relax in a whirlpool tub while you watch the flames dance in the fireplace, take our canoe out and and view the shores of Green Lake, sit by our bonfire and roast s’mores as you tell tales, visit scenic Sibley State Park, Glacial Ridge Winery,or Twin Spin Cinema.

We are looking forward to welcoming you to our Inn where you will be greeted by gracious hospitality, great food and comfortable rooms while you enjoy your getaway to Spicer Castle Inn.

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.

Last Minute Fun? It’s Spicer’s Annual Winterfest.

Thursday, January 22nd, 2009

Are you looking for a fun outing?  Spicer’s annual winterfest begins this weekend, with fun activities and fireworks.  Here is a link to the schedule of events.  There will be a Frozen 5K Run/Walk, Softball Tournament, Art Exhibit & Wine Tasting, Helicopter Rides, Snowboarding and Lighting Ceremony & Fireworks at the Ice Castle.

Stay for the night or the weekend in one of our guestrooms featuring a double whirlpool tub and fireplace.  Enjoy afternoon tea, murder mystery dinner or candlelit dinner and a four-course breakfast in the morning.  We are located 2 miles from the Winterfest activities and Ice Castle.Spicer Winterfest

Want to save money on your next stay ~ read our special below!

Tuesday, January 13th, 2009
Welcome - inside there is a fire and cup of hot cocoa waiting for you!

Welcome - inside there is a fire and cup of hot cocoa waiting for you!

Save up to 30%: Now is the time to get a group together for an evening of fun and great food.  Everyone will save on their lodging, murder mystery dinner or candlelight dinner! 1 couple 15% savings; bring along another couple and you both receive 20% savings; bring a third couple and everyone gets a 25% savings; bring four or more couples and all of you receive 30% off your lodgingmurder mystery dinner or candlelight dinner for reservations arriving January through May (excluding February 14). Promo Code:Website Special.  Not valid with other offers or prior purchases.