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Winter painting of Stone Mill Hotel & Suites and the historic Feed Mill building in Lanesboro, Minnesota, surrounded by snow-covered trees and landscape, with a black pickup truck parked in the foreground.

Winter Magic in Lanesboro: Cozy Adventures & Warm Hospitality at Stone Mill Hotel & Suites

December 15, 2025

Stone Mill Hotel & Suites becomes a cozy winter retreat in the heart of Lanesboro, offering historic charm, themed suites, snowy trail access, and small-town warmth. Guests enjoy winter walks, arts and dining nearby, and onsite shopping at Stone Mill Clothing & Gifts—all wrapped in the serene beauty of Minnesota’s Driftless Region.

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Historic Oakenwald Terrace mansion in Chatfield, Minnesota illuminated with warm white Christmas lights on a snowy winter evening, showcasing its Victorian architecture, wraparound porch, and festive holiday decorations under a dark blue sky.

Holiday Splendor in Bluff Country: Oakenwald Terrace’s Christmas Open House Draws Crowds and Acclaim

December 15, 2025

Oakenwald Terrace’s annual Christmas Open House once again drew enthusiastic crowds to the historic 1897 mansion in Chatfield, Minnesota. Lavishly decorated in full Victorian holiday style, the event offered rare public access to the property’s ornate rooms and period décor while raising funds for the American Heart Association—solidifying its place as a signature Bluff Country tradition.

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The Bluff Country Suite at Root River Inn & Suties

Retreat, Redefined: A Purpose-Built Experience at Root River Inn & Paddle On Coffee

December 11, 2025

Retreat, Redefined: Root River Inn & Suites, Iron Horse Inn, and Paddle On Coffee create a walkable, connected retreat campus in the heart of Lanesboro—perfect for leadership offsites, strategic planning sessions, and focused team gatherings. Experience boutique lodging, a collaborative meeting space, and an inspiring Driftless setting designed to help teams think better together.

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A family stands together beneath a colorful tunnel of holiday lights at the Lanesboro Legion Lights display on a winter night.

Winter Family Fun in Lanesboro: Cozy Adventures for All Ages

November 18, 2025

Plan winter family fun in Lanesboro, MN—ski, skate, explore twinkling lights, make snow art, browse winter markets, cast a line in the Root River, and cozy up in charming small-town stays.

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A promotional image for Small Business Saturday featuring the American Express Shop Small logo alongside a snowy winter street scene in downtown Lanesboro, Minnesota, with colorful storefronts and festive decorations.

Experience the Magic of Lanesboro: Shop Small and Celebrate Big This Holiday Season

November 3, 2025

Experience the magic of the holidays in Lanesboro, Minnesota — from Small Business Saturday and the Winter Market to local shops, cozy cafés, and twinkling lights that make every visit feel like a celebration.

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A group gathers inside a rustic wood-paneled event center with high ceilings, large windows, and a stone fireplace, attending a workshop or retreat in Lanesboro during winter.

Cozy Together: Winter Retreats & Group Getaways in Lanesboro & Whalan

November 3, 2025

Plan your group’s winter getaway in Lanesboro & Whalan, Minnesota — with cozy inns, log cabin rentals, welcoming retreat centers, custom catering, guided tours, and all the charm of a peaceful Bluff Country escape.

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A cabin at Cedar Valley Resort in the winter

Comfy Cozy Winter Getaway in Lanesboro: Curl Up, Explore & Unwind

October 30, 2025

Get comfy and cozy this winter in Lanesboro, Minnesota. Sip coffee by the fire, explore local art, stay in a charming inn, and enjoy small-town warmth in Bluff Country.

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A horse-drawn carriage makes its way down Lanesboro’s snow-covered main street, driven by two warmly dressed locals. The decorated wagon, holiday wreaths, and twinkling lights create a festive small-town winter scene.

Sparkling Lights and Snowglobe Vibes: Plan Your Winter Escape to Lanesboro

October 29, 2025

Experience sparkling lights and Snowglobe Vibes™ in Lanesboro, Minnesota — a peaceful winter getaway filled with cozy lodging, delicious dining, charming shops, the Legion Lights, live theatre and music, winter angling, and serene bluff-country beauty.

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A Guest Hus Motel charming white farmhouse-style building with red trim, viewed through a white garden arbor and picket fence. Lush green plants frame the walkway leading to the front porch, with a partly cloudy summer sky above, creating a warm and inviting small-town scene in Lanesboro, Minnesota.

A Guest Hus Motel – Cozy Scandinavian-Inspired Lodging in Lanesboro, Minnesota

October 22, 2025

Discover A Guest Hus Motel, a cozy Scandinavian-inspired retreat in Lanesboro, MN. Steps from the Root River Trail, it blends comfort, charm, and local warmth.

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The James A. Thompson House Bed & Breakfast in Lanesboro, Minnesota—a beautifully restored 1870s Italianate brick mansion with white columns, arched windows, and a welcoming front porch decorated with pumpkins and fall flowers. A vintage-style sign in the foreground reads “James A. Thompson House Bed & Breakfast.”

The James A. Thompson House: Lanesboro’s Historic Inn Turned Movie Star

October 9, 2025

Discover the James A. Thompson House in Lanesboro, Minnesota — a beautifully restored 1870s inn that recently took center stage as the filming location for the gothic thriller Voice of Shadows. Experience history, hospitality, and a touch of movie magic this fall.

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