B&B Weekend Getaway near Minneapolis, MN: The Giverny

  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.

  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!

  We enjoyed a night in the carriage house. The room was spacious, clean, and decorated beautifully. For dinner we ate in downtown Stillwater and came back to relax with a... read more glass of wine and chocolates. In the morning we opted for breakfast in our room,...More

  We celebrated our 44th Anniversary. The room was clean and quiet. The bed was comfortable, the hot tub roomy. The fireplace was disconnected and it would have... read more added some ambiance. The breakfasts were amazing. The staff worked hard to make our stay pleasant.

  We stayed at the Aurora Staples for two nights while visiting Stillwater. Aurora Staples is a well maintained old house now serving as a B&B. It is conveniently... read more located a short walk to the main downtown area. With that said, it is a short but...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

  We really enjoyed our stay at the Aurora Staples Inn. It's in a perfect location just a short walk from downtown and the river yet in a beautiful, quiet neighborhood.... read more Our room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable. Breakfast is provided and was...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

  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

  My boyfriend and I took a weekend trip here and we loved the Aurora Staples Inn. The innkeeper Rachelle was so nice and accommodating. We stayed in the Riverview Suite... read more which has a four seasons porch and it was so cozy. Not to mention the...More

  Rachelle and staff were wonderful. Great breakfast and beautifully decorated, spacious room. Carriage room was great for our honeymoon. House is walking distance from downtown Stillwater. My... read more wife and I will definitely be back!

  We stayed for two nights this past week in the St. Croix Suite. The suite was decorated beautifully, everything was spotless, the fireplace and hot tub were great -... read more and the bed was super comfy! Everything about the home was fabulous and restored beyond great! Rachelle thought of even the smallest of details and luxuries. Her arrival snack tray was delicious and the two breakfasts were so scrumptious (3 course breakfast). We were so spoiled by staying there - and we'll definitely be back!!! Stillwater, Minnesota is a beautiful town with lots to see and do (especially antiquing and river/boating activities)! Thank you, Rachelle!

  The overall experience we have at the Aurora Staples Inn is always impeccable. We gave it a try last year while visiting family and have gone back several times.... read more The Inn is beautifully decorated. Rochelle, the Innkeeper, does an amazing job making sure service is...More

  We stayed here last weekend for our 6th wedding anniversary. We got married in Stillwater and return every summer to celebrate. This B&B by far takes the cake! From check... read more in to check out, we loved every moment. Upon check in the owner gave us a short tour and history on the building. Then she delivered complimentary wine and mini cheese & cracker trays to our room. I drank my wine in the jacuzzi tub and afterwards ate the snack curled up in the robe the inn offered and read on the enclosed 4 season porch swing. We went out for drinks and dinner around the town and were out fairly late. In the morning we were presented with lovely coffee carafes and breakfast served in our room. I cannot wait to come back! I would love to stay here in the winter sometime and cozy up downstairs in the living room next to the fireplace and play board games. 5 stars!! More

  We wanted to try something new and give a B&B a try rather than a hotel and we were pleasantly surprised and very much pleased with our experience. The owner... read more was friendly, nice and personable and made us feel welcomed and rather spoiled with the...More

  Thank you Rachelle for making us feel like family. After 2 day business meeting, to come home to the Carriage House and soak in the 2 person jacuzzi with fireplace... read more roaring was what we needed. Comfortable beds, quiet and clean. Breakfast pizza, fruit & cream and blueberry scone were delicious and filling. I may not need to eat lunch. See you again soon. Brenda & Ford
PS great article write up in Bed and Breakfast Magazine. Congrats. More

  One of our favorite places to stay in Stillwater we loved the Riverview Room with a wonderful sun porch!
We were welcomed with a glass of wine and appetizers!
The... read more bed was very comfortable!
Breakfast was delivered to our room and was so delicious!
We will definitely be coming back! Rochelle is a wonderful host!

  We were guests in the St. Croix room for one night (wish it were more!). My husband and I were on a little getaway and when looking for accommodations, found... read more Aurora Staples Inn and we're so happy we did! Rachelle greeted us, showed us around the Inn and to our room. In moments she delivered a welcome tray with wine, grapes, cheese spread and crackers. She made dinner suggestions and we had a near perfect meal at Marx, which was a short walk away. Our room had everything we needed, was perfectly clean and furnished beautifully. The next morning coffee was delivered to our room in advance of breakfast, which was a really nice touch. Breakfast included a fruit bowl (much more special than this sounds), a souffle, and a raspberry scone. We were thrilled with our stay and will recommend it to others plus hope to be back. More

  We were in the Riverview room which has private porch with a swing. Bed was very comfortable plenty of pillows. We had coffee delivered to our room in morning.... read more Enjoyed great breakfast with other guests in the morning. You can request breakfast be delivered to your room. Walking distance to downtown Stillwater with shopping and lots of restaurants.

  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 in the carriage house room at the Aurora Staples Inn. While you should know that the room is actually not connected to the main house, this lends... read more for more privacy than you would typically get at a B&B. The room was very well...More

  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!

  Our first stay at a B and B was delightful! My husband surprised me for my birthday with a night’s stay at this lovely inn in Stillwater. He... read more booked the Carriage House, shown in the photo. It is separate from the main house, so is very private. The place was beautiful, very clean and extremely roomy, and includes a huge jacuzzi bath and a reading area. The downtown Stillwater area is within walking distance, so convenient. Rachelle, the innkeeper, is very friendly and accommodating. She brought us a welcome tray of wine, cheese and crackers upon our arrival. The garden is pretty and I enjoyed sitting and reading there the next morning. The breakfast Rachelle prepared and served was incredible! So delicious and the table setting was beautiful. We highly recommend a stay here. Thanks, Rachelle! More

  My husband and I had a delightfully memorable stay at the Aurora Staples Inn, our destination for the first three days of our honeymoon. Host/owner Rachelle created the most delicious... read more breakfasts imaginable, no small feat with my numerous dietary restrictions. Every breakfast was unique and creative, complete with main dish, fresh fruit, a smoothie and an additional treat. The option of breakfast in our room was gratefully accepted. Our Giverny Room was clean and thoughtfully decorated with antiques and artwork. Sheets were soft, the bed and pillows very comfortable. The historic Inn is beautifully appointed and well-maintained throughout its interior. The exterior and garden show some need of attention.