"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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Daylight Savings Time is here and Spring is near!

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.

Fantastic February Lodging Special

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

The last week of February has arrived and to celebrate our Minnesota Inn is offering a $99.00 lodging special for Friday, February 26th and Saturday, February 27th.

This is a great opportunity to escape from your routine and enjoy a relaxing evening soaking in a double whirlpool tub as you watch the flames dance in the fireplace.

Enjoy a candelit dinner with lakeside seating or have dinner delivered to your guestroom. Interested in a night filled with laughter and great food? Our popular interactive murder mystery dinner will have you laughing outloud.

Celebrating a birthday, anniversary or just getting away? This fantastic February promotion makes for a great affordable idea.

Central, MN ~ Valentine’s Specials at Spicer Castle Inn

Sunday, January 24th, 2010

Spicer Castle InnThis 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.

Best Entertainment & Lodging Idea for New Year’s Eve!

Monday, December 28th, 2009
Are you looking for fun this New Year's Eve?

Are you looking for fun this New Year's Eve?

Do you remember the last time you had so much fun on New Year’s Eve that you laughed out-loud“I haven’t laughed so much in years!” “First experience with a murder mystery – what a blast!” are just a few of the comments we receive every time a guest participates  in our hilarious five-course murder mystery dinners.

This year say good-bye to 2009 and ring in 2010 with laughter, suspense, great food and friends!  Come for the evening entertainment and stay the night.  You will be sure to awake with a promising New Year’s Day resolution to enjoy life more.

Last minute $99.00 lodging special for 2. Reservations made after Monday, December 28th in our guestrooms located in our Honey House, Garden House and Carriage House.  Each guestroom features a queen bed, double whirlpool tub and fireplace.

Our Minnesota bed and breakfast is located on beautiful Green Lake in Spicer.  Just ten miles north of Willmar, forty-five miles from St. Cloud and 95 miles from Minneapolis/St.Paul.  Give us a call at 800-821-6675 or 320-796-5870 to make your reservation today.

Central, MN ~ Best Vacation Idea with lots of Area Indoor and Outdoor Activities

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009

Spicer Castle InnAre 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.

Central, MN ~ Best Last Minute Dinner Special at historic Spicer Castle Inn

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 Historic Spicer Castle Innin Kandiyohi County.

Central Minnesota Best All You Can Eat Dinners at Spicer Castle Inn

Sunday, November 15th, 2009

Historic Spicer Castle Inn on beautiful Green LakeEat 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.Birthday Cake

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.

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.

Spicer, MN ~ Fourth of July celebration at Spicer Castle Inn

Tuesday, June 30th, 2009

It’s finally here – the Fourth of July Celebration!  For me this brings back memories from my childhood of the Spicer Parade and all the festivities during the day with the spectacular fireworks over beautiful Green Lake at dusk.  Equally important is to give thanks to those brave people who serve in our armed forces and their families.

If you have never been to Spicer over the Fourth of July - then this is your year!  Afterall you made it through another Minnesota winter and you deserve a fun getaway in the summer sun.Spicer Castle Inn overlooking beautiful Green Lake

Memorial Weekend Special at Historic Spicer Castle Inn, Spicer, MN.

Monday, May 18th, 2009
On Beautiful Green Lake

On Beautiful Green Lake

In honor of Memorial Day we at historic Spicer Castle Bed & Breakfast are offering the following special.  Half off hilarious murder mystery dinners at our popular Minnesota B&B May 22nd and 23rd.  

Relax in a soothing whirlpool tub while anticipating the fun of being someone else in our murder mystery dinner. Or perhaps a special candlelit dinner for two overlooking beautiful Green Lake.  You will enjoy our fine cuisine as you select one of the following entrees: Chicken Picatta, Herb Roasted Pork Loin with Dijon Cream Sauce, Shrimp and Scallops in our Alfredo Sauce served on a bed of Angel Hair Pasta or Asiago Cheese and Basil Ravioli.  Enjoy a glass of wine, we proudly offer selections from our local Glacial Ridge Winery.  For dessert select from our Ultimate Chocolate Caramel Tart or Turtle Sundae.

*Special applies to reservations made after May 17th, 2009.