A Milwaukee-Area Bed and Breakfast in Cedarburg Wisconsin
Don’t let these treasures elude you as you visit Port Washington, Cedarburg, West Bend, and Hartford!
The artistic frame of mind is inclusive of a wide variety of treasures in each of these communities.
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Bahr Creek Llamas & Fiber Studio
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What a delight to step into the Fiber Studio at Bahr Creek Llama Farm! If you take inspiration from beautiful yarns and fibers, you WILL be inspired!! Everywhere you turn there are beautifully creative samples and gorgeous skeins of yarn.
There are also classes in felting, weaving, spinning, knitting and crocheting.
Check out their website at www.bahrcreek.com
Brigitte is open to planning a class (minimum of 3 people who want to do the same thing).
Gather your friends, arrange a time (call 262-668-6417),
then reserve rooms at the Port Washington Inn. Look for our winter women’s specials.
Interurban Bike Trail in AutumnOriginally uploaded by port_washington_inn
Enjoy the colors of autumn as you bike the Interurban Trail throughout beautiful Ozaukee County!
Bike trail access is 3 blocks from Port Washington Inn where your bikes can be securely stored. Bikes can be rented from Grafton & Port Ski & Cyclery by calling 262-377-5220 in advance of your stay.
For more information on the trail visit www.interurbantrail.us
Having moved to Port Washington from Iowa, we are especially aware of the moderating effect Lake Michigan has on the climate along its shores.
Spring is delayed but autumn is prolonged by this lake effect.
Come enjoy the inn in autumn!
Photo 1: View of Port Washington’s harbor from the grounds of Port Washington Inn
Photo 2:
Mother Nature’s Autumn Confetti
Photo 3:
Golden maple leaves
Photo 4:
Port Washington Inn, Autumn 1997
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Our Picnic Special was so popular in 2006 that we offered it again this year. We tailor your picnic so you are certain to enjoy it. Then it is packed in your choice of a picnic basket or backpacks. The retro tablecloth and napkins will cause you to remember the 70’s (if you are old enough) OR pictures from the 70’s (if you are younger).
The picnic is complimentary with a two night stay at the inn but there have been requests to enjoy the picnic with a single night stay so that is also an option; the cost is $45.
There are so many great picnicking sites in our area and we’ve created a folder of information about them to take with you. Some guests have chosen to eat their picnic on our back deck and said it was the best picnic they ever had!
If you are biking the Interurban Trail (just 3 blocks from the inn), you might prefer to have your picnic packed in individual backpacks. No problem! Just let us know your preferences.
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Wave the magic wand and imagine yourself as Alfred Lunt or Lynn Fontanne; act your parts in earnest in the spirit of Lunt and Fontanne whose passion for excellence and commitment to the art of live theatre was legendary. Now transport yourself to their longstanding summer residence in Genesee Deport, just 30 miles from Milwaukee, 55 miles from Port Washington.
For more information about this National Historic Landmark, log onto www.tenchimneys.org or call 262-968-4110. Tours are available rain or shine May 1st through Novemeber 10th, Tuesday through Saturday.
From Upper Lake Park view Port Washington’s “hidden beach ” below and,
if you’re a beachcomber, you likely won’t have to fight off crowds to enjoy
this secluded beach north of the harbor.
As the waves lap the shore,
you’ll enjoy the ever-changing temperament of Lake Michigan’s waters
whose hues can range from azure to turquoise, from soft opalescent at dusk
to endless shades of greys on overcast days.
The waters of the lake echo the sky
and the
cloud formations traveling overhead are remarkable, resulting in
spectacular sunrises and sunsets! Formations of geese fly in and out of the harbor,
ducks paddle the breakwaters, and gulls wheel overhead.
Enjoy strolling the beach and,
as a guest of the Port Washington Inn, take advantage of the
beach blankets and towels
they are happy to supply for lolling on the beach!
Over our eleven plus years as innkeepers, we have often heard “…..our friends (or a family member) stayed with you and told us about the Port Washington Inn….” It is, of course, music to our ears! Behind the scenes we work very hard to have every detail in place for each guest’s stay. We also try our best to be flexible and accommodating of special needs and to be helpful with information about the area.
A recent article about our business, published in the Milwaukee Business Journal, alluded to our having “towels and toilet paper” in each of the rooms prior to guests’ arrival. We chuckled when we read that because the interviewer had never stayed at our bed and breakfast (or any bed and breakfast) and was therefore quite honestly unaware of the myriad of preparations we make in advance of our guests’ stays! (In truth, the article was more about the business of innkeeping than it was about the guest experience at an inn.)
Many, many people tell us they are staying at a bed and breakfast for the very first time; we always tell them that we hope their stay at our Wisconsin bed and breakfast encourages them to try others. Here is how one couple evaluated their stay with us in early July of this year:
“Though we’ve both traveled extensively, and stayed in some beautiful places throughout the world, this was our first experience staying at a bed & breakfast. It will be the first of many, thanks to the wonderful experience we had at the Port Washington Inn.
We easily chose our suite and booked our stay through their web site. They were responsive and friendly to our inquiries, and answered every question we had. I have some unique travel problems due to my height and health, and they made all the arrangements smooth as silk.
The inn itself, a 100+ yr old home just three blocks from Lake Michigan, is a fabulous place. Dave & Rita, the owners, have restored it beautifully, with modern conveniences mixed seamlessly with traditional elegance. But as nice as the place is, the people are even better. When our plans changed mid-trip, they arranged for an early arrival and went far above and beyond to greet us and meet our needs.
Prior to the trip, I had heard the ‘breakfast’ part of b&b described as everything from continental to gourmet. The meals here certainly fell into the latter category, with unique, healthful and delicious menus each morning. Fresh fruits, outstanding baked goods…I can’t say enough good things about it. I’d have paid for a couple night’s stay just to hang around Rita’s kitchen and steal a couple recipes!
We stayed five nights at the PWI, and loved every moment. We had a bit of stress in our travels to Wisconsin, but it went away as soon as we arrived at this tranquil spot. Dave & Rita are incredibly friendly, warm and hospitable, without ever being intrusive. The perfect hosts.
We planned our trip to visit a family member in the Port Washington area. There’s a chance she’ll be moving to a new locale as soon as next year, and we’ll go see her there. But, family or not, we’ll make trips to Port Washington in the future just to stay at this beautiful place with these wonderful people.”
This TripAdvisor Member:
Liked: Atmosphere + accomodations = Perfection
Disliked: nothing to dislike, other than that we had to come home
We grew up in rural Iowa where we saw pheasants in abundance but rarely observed geese flying overhead. In truth, we are not worthy birdwatchers but we have friends in the area who are and they’ve opened our eyes to the rich bird watching opportunities that exist in our Milwaukee Wisconsin area.
We know we have taken for granted the birdsong we hear in our neighborhood and the geese that fly back and forth between Lake Michigan and inland areas. We are reminded when we see our friends’ telescopes and binoculars that there are so many birds we are not seeing!
For a free copy of the Great Wisconsin Birding & Nature Trail: Lake Michigan Region, call 1-800-432-8747 or order on-line at www.travelwisconsin.com These guides are also available at our bed and breakfast inn!
Below is a short list of the areas recommended for birding in our vicinity:
Riveredge Nature Center (www.riveredge.us)
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center (www.schlitzauduboncenter.com)
Harrington Beach State Park (http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/parks/specific/)
Kohler-Andrae State Park (http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/parks/specific/)
Kettle Moraine State Forest, Northern Unit (http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/parks/specific/)
Horicon National Wildlife Refuge (http://midwest.fws.gov/horicon
Set Sail Milwaukee Art MuseumOriginally uploaded by Gwmullis
So many of our guests enjoy Milwaukee’s cultural scene while they stay at the inn. High on their list will be a visit to the Milwaukee Art Museum on the shore of Lake Michigan. This dramatic design by Santiago Calatrava is a feast for the eyes both outside and inside. Then there are the wonderful exhibits as well; this is really a must see!