This was a perfect overnight getaway in Stillwater. Rachelle and her staff offer the perfect mix of taking care of us while respecting our privacy. They were welcoming and most... read more accommodating. We stayed in the Carriage House and it was absolutely perfect! The “check in” snacks and especially the breakfast were out of this world!! SO delicious! We are going to make this an annual pre-Christmas outing and we will definitely stay here again. Thanks Rachelle!!

  We loved our stay at Aurora Staples Inn. It was perfect in every way. It's a beautiful, historical mansion. The St Croix Suite was spacious and perfect. One of our... read more favorite things was the 2-sided fireplace, open to the sitting room and to the whirlpool...More

  We stopped here in early Sept to check out Stillwater on our way to a wedding . The inn was a quintessential charming B&B. Rachelle, the innkeeper, was very friendly;... read more greeted us when we arrived offering a glass of wine, and gave us the quick tour/history. We got upgraded to a nice room with a fireplace because it was a weekday and there were some open rooms. After delivering coffee to our room in the morning, Rachelle served a breakfast feast of fruits, waffles and desert! The location is perfect for exploring Stillwater; a quiet neighborhood just a 5 minute walk from the main action area.

  I strongly recommend the Aurora Staples Inn to anyone staying in Stillwater! My wife and I stayed in this Bed & Breakfast for our second wedding anniversary and the experience... read more exceeded all our expectations. We stayed in the Carriage House which is a private room separate from the main house that includes a parking space under a carport. The location is convenient and only around an eight-minute walk to central downtown Stillwater and the riverfront.

Upon arrival we received a warm greeting from the Innkeeper who told us about the history of the house, gave us a tour of the various rooms and lounge area, and delivered a wine and cheese assortment to our room. Breakfast and coffee were also delivered the next morning; it was a great variety of food and everything tasted great. Checkout was quick and easy.

  Rachelle made us so comfortable in this sweet B&B. She brought afternoon refreshments to the room, which was large and had a spa tub. The breakfast was inventive and... read more delucious. Would certainly recommend staying there!

  Stayed two nights while we explored Stillwater. Close enough to walk downtown if you can handle the hills! Stayed in St Croix room with the comfiest king size bed. Breakfast... read more was hot and delicious always served with fresh fruit. Quiet neighborhood. Highly recommend.

  Eat breakfast elsewhere. If the breakfast is supposed to be the climax, the highlight of the stay, you will be disappointed. We certainly enjoyed our room, exquisitely... read more decorated with a beautiful view of the river. The breakfast was a huge flop. We were hungry an...More

  Lovely Victorian charm. Quiet. Super clean. Immaculate. The only sound on the porch was the wind rustling the American flag and we spent a lot of time... read more reading on the porch or walking to town to shop or dine. Rachelle is a lovely person and skilled inn-keeper. Breakfast was delightful as was the conversation around the table. One couple from Sweden, one from NYC, one from Minneapolis and one from N' Michigan. We stayed in the St. Croix Suite and could have moved in for a year. A return trip. Soon.

  We got married next door at the library so staying at the Aurora Inn was convenient but it ended up being one of my favorite parts of the weekend. We... read more rented the Carriage House and it was the perfect place to have my ladies stay with me the night before and have us all get ready together the next morning.
Rachelle’s breakfast blew our minds...it was so yummy and perfectly presented in the carriage house. The next morning we had breakfast in the main house and it was just as yummy. We found out her oven was broken the whole weekend but we would have never known based on the taste of it all, she’s very creative!

We loved how are wedding pictures turned out in front of the Inn and cannot wait to come back to celebrate our anniversary ️ More

  This is a lovely, well-preserved property. Rachelle is a delightful innkeeper who tries so hard to please. A warm greeting, a tour of the home, a very nice breakfast. The... read more total package! All of the wonderful aspects of staying in a historic inn with the...More

  My wife and I took a couple of days to get away and celebrate our second anniversary. We were delighted that we were able to stay in the Carriage House!... read more We have to admit because of being there on a Monday and Tuesday in the winter, we were spoiled being the only guests at the Aurora Staples Inn! However, we got the impression that we would have been spoiled if the place had been full.
The owner/manager, Rachelle, exuded the kind of graceful personality that would make anyone feel like they were the most important guests there.
The breakfasts served were opulent and delicious! The bed was extremely comfortable, the Carriage House was cozy and the atmosphere was charming. We loved the jacuzzi and fireplace! Rachel and her staff made us feel very at home yet we had all the privacy we desired.
We highly recommend Aurora Staples Inn; we cannot imagine anyone being disappointed!

  We were in town for a wedding and are so happy we found this place. We stayed in the carriage house and it couldn’t have been more perfect. It... read more was warm, cozy and spacious. From the welcoming glass of wine to the delicious breakfast before...More

  Rochelle the innkeeper was very hospitable. The house was beautiful, clean. One disappointment was we were looking forward to having the fireplace, which when we got there was told was... read more turned off for summer,bummer. The breakfast was awesome.

  My wife's first B&B and she is hooked! We both were pampered and treated as royalty. Wonderful room and relaxing atmosphere. She can't stop talking about the... read more bathrobe. Great breakfast and the best part was enjoying conversation with the other guests!

  This was our first experience staying at a B&B. We were celebrating our 33rd wedding anniversary and wanted to stay close to home, but at a location different from... read more home. We truly enjoyed the inn. It was Victorian in style, the room was huge(!) and...More

  We just returned from two nights in Stillwater. My brothers and sister occupied all 5 rooms Rachelle has listed on her website( she actually has 6 rooms if you need... read more an extra room for your group).I've stayed in numerous B&B's over the years and have...More

  My husband and I love unplugging by finding new places to experience and explore. This location is perfect! The owner personally greeted us, helped us get situated and created the... read more most delicious breakfast delivered right to our door in the Carriage House. Stillwater has a...More

  We stayed here on the eve of our wedding and for our wedding night. This was the first B&B I have ever stayed in, and we had a wonderful time!... read more We chose the Carriage House room due to the fact that it is separate from...More

  It's so amazing to support a local business when you know the innkeeper's heart and soul have been poured into it because every little detail is covered to make sure... read more the guest experience is perfect. Rachelle is by far the most dedicated innkeeper I've met,...More

  From the moment we walked in we were welcomed and greeted with a glass of Wine,and beer. The room was clean and beautiful,The hospitality was great!,the breakfast was fanamonal!!... read more The bed and pillows were so comfortable!! We had a very special night. I definitely and...More

  We are a group of high school friends that travel together every year. We so enjoyed our time here. Two in the group had the room with the... read more little porch that was ideal for us to sit and visit without bothering anyone else. Walking distance...More

  After a long stressful summer amd fall grape harvest I decided to take my girlfriend to Stillwater to relax and hit up some wineries. We booked the Carriage House... read more at the Aurora Staples Inn. Wow, this place was amazing. We didn't even want to leave the room it was so comfy. We were greeted with a glass of wine and a little snack tray. We checked in around 3:30pm. We loved how comfortable the bed was. Sat in the whirlpool tub the first night with the see through fireplace going.
The breakfast, was amazing. The last morning there we were treated with this mouth watering, to die for baked Pumpkin pancakes. Oh My Gosh. Probably the BEST breakfast I have ever had. This was amazing. Thank you for a wonderful stay. We will be back. Completely enjoyed the whole visit even though it rained the whole time there almost!! More

  We spent a night in the Carriage House on this property. We loved the privacy provided by having a room separate from the main house. It is a very large... read more room and has parking right outside the entry door. We loved the fact that the...More

  My husband and I stayed one night in the carriage house and wish we would have stayed another night. We were looking for a quiet, romantic getaway to celebrate our... read more anniversary and to not be disturbed. The carriage house was so private, it was exactly what we were looking for. Loved that it had a covered parking space right next to the door. The room was clean, extremely spacious with separate bathroom and lots of great books, some games and even enjoyed the classical music selection and CD player, something we typically wouldn’t have used. Lots of cute small extras in the room, wine and snacks brought to the room when we arrived, sittinging room with blanket and books. Great bonus was the hidden TV and WiFi. The jetted tub is what made us choose this room with the 3 sides fireplace and it did not disappoint! But probably the best part of the stay was the large, extremely comfortable bed. We have 3 small children so to get a quiet, restful nights sleep is priceless. The bed was so comfortable and the sheets were soft and smooth. Not sure if it was a weighted blanket or what but it truly was just the most comfortable bed. I’m not a huge breakfast food person but this breakfast was one I more then enjoyed! The butterscotch waffles were amazing and the coffee was unique and delicious. Everything on the tray was fresh and tasty. We will be back for sure!