Lovingly restored Queen Anne Victorian with gourmet dining by candlelight, stained and leaded glass windows, maple pocket doors, lofty tin ceilings, fireplaces and private Jacuzzis for two.

Guests love our storybook themed rooms, "Sleeping Beauty", "Never Never Land", "Sherwood Forest", "The Secret Garden", "On the Banks of Plum Creek" and "Heaven to Betsy" with its cherubic decor and artwork galore. All rooms give a restful respite from the world in a relaxed, yet unique setting.

Inquire about Monday to Thursday night discounts, murder mysteries, cooking, quilting and craft seminars, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and live performances by area storytellers and musicians.

About Blue Belle Inn:

Located in St. Ansgar, Iowa, "The Best little Hometown in Iowa", the Blue Belle Inn Bed and Breakfast awaits you!

Rediscover the romance of the 1890's while enjoying the comfort and convenience of the new millennium in one of six distinctively decorated guest rooms.

Built in 1896, the interior of the Queen Anne Victorian is highlighted by fireplaces, wood floors, tin ceilings with ornate moldings, and eight foot maple pocket doors.

Leaded glass, stained glass and crystal chandeliers set in bay and curved windows pockets create a shimmering interplay of light and color.

A gleaming maple banister winds to the second floor and opens onto a balcony overlooking sprawling maple trees, flowers and a fish pond.

Candlelit, lace-covered tables, heirloom china and festive foodstuffs featuring German, English, French Italian, Scandinavian or American Country cuisines provide an unforgettable dining experience for weekend guests and local patrons alike.

Curl up in a corner with a good book or explore St. Ansgar's unique Victorian, antique and country stores, tea room, and bridal theatre.

Rent a canoe and float down the Cedar River or take a scenic countryside bike ride.

Hunting, cross country skiing, golfing, fishing and hiking are favorite local pastimes.

Events at the Inn include concerts, murder mysteries, horse-drawn sleigh rides, quilting, cooking, craft workshops, and various other good times throughout the year.

Rooms:

Never Never Land:

"Wendy and John and Michael stood on tip-toe in the air to get their first sight of the island. Strange to say, they all recognized it at once, not as something long dreamt of and seen at last, but as a familiar friend to whom they were returning home for the holidays." - from "Peter Pan" J.M. Barrie

This room contains a queen size bed, private bath with clawfoot tub, and French shower.

Sherwood Forest:

Robin led Marian's horse forward at a slow pace. In a little while they came to a rising ground, and approaching the top they saw the sinking sun gleaming redly through the trees. At the summit they found the trees gave place to a gentle slope of green sward, and before them, beyond some meadows, lay a castle. - from "Robin Hood" Henry Gilbert

This room contains a queen size bed, private bath with shower, and shared access to the third floor Jacuzzi for two.

Secret Garden:

"Mary liked the name, and she liked still more the feeling that when its beautiful old walls shut her in no one knew where she was. It seemed almost like being shut out of the world in some fairy place." - from "The Secret Garden" Frances Hodgson Burnett

This room features a king size bed, private bath with shower, and access to the third floor Jacuzzi for two.

Plum Creek:

"The creek was singing to itself down among the willows, and the soft wind bent the grasses over the top of the bank. All around the door green vines were growing out of the grassy bank, and they were full of flowers. Red and blue and purple and rosy-pink and white striped flowers all had their throats wide open as if they were singing glory to the morning." - from "On the Banks of Plum Creek" Laura Ingalls Wilder

This room features a king size bed, private bath with Jacuzzi for two, a clawfoot tub, and a fireplace.

Heaven to Betsy:

"During supper and the early evening Betsy was alone in her room. Sad as she was, she enjoyed lying in bed, warm, petted, while familiar sounds floated up from below. This was only an interlude. Tomorrow she would be up on her two feet, facing the world and her trouble." - from "Heaven to Betsy" Maud Hart Lovelace

This room features a king size bed, private bath with Jacuzzi for two, fireplace, and skylights.

Sleeping Beauty:

This room features a twin size trundle bed with a shared bath. It may be rented in connection with another room only.

• All rooms have air conditioning.
• All rooms have access to a kitchenette with refrigerator and microwave.
• Each room has it's own TV/VCR.
• All rates include a hearty breakfast.
• Complimentary alarm clocks, videos, and games are available.
• Please inquire about special rates for Monday to Thursday nights and extended stays.
• Gift certificates are available. (Hand-calligraphied)

Seminars and Workshops:

Past participants say the best part of our cooking workshops is getting to eat what you cook! Better yet, check in a day early, or spend the night, pampering yourself with a quiet evening soaking away your tensions in our whirlpool tubs for two, reading a great book, or watching a favorite movie.

We offer great package rates to all seminar participants!

Fine Dining:

The Blue Belle Inn is open to the public every Tuesday and Saturday for lunch from 11:30 AM until 1:00 PM, and every Friday and Saturday for dinner beginning at 7:00 PM.

In addition to the featured entrees listed for each weekend, the Blue Belle Inn offers 5 entrees, Roast
Beef, Baked Salmon, Stuffed Pork Tenderloin Roll, Crispy Chicken Dijon, and Vegetarian Enchiladas.