This was such a unique getaway experience! We stayed in the Imperial car which still has most of…read moreits original wood, original benches and ladies restroom! It was so fun to be part of some history and a clear labor of love on the owners' part. We got to read about how Whistle Stop came to be and it was truly very special to be a part of. The details were impeccable, from the wallpaper and sconces to the antique decor. We loved the two person jacuzzi tub, it let us relax and stay warm on a very chilly night! I especially love that breakfast was delivered and we got to eat it on the original benches in the train car. This was a truly spectacular experience. I highly recommend it! The only piece of feedback I have is that the website should make it much more clear that the train whistles can be heard at all hours of the night. We're pretty deep sleepers and only woke up once, but they are LOUD and honestly, if you're a light sleeper, this is not the place for you. That being said, I looked into reviews ahead of time and knew to prepare for this, but the owners should do this as well.

We stayed in the Imperial Car. This was just a wonderful experience. It is a beautifully restored…read moretrain car. Very spacious and comfortable. I personally loved the proximity to an active train line and could hear the whistle blowing as the trains would pass from time to time. I intend to stay in some of the other cars in the future. Our stay was completed with a wonderful breakfast.

Very clean, modern, nice amenities. Minutes walk from lake and a few restaurants. The breakfast…read moreofferings could be better. Change the breakfast offerings to maybe include omelets now & then. The front desk beverage cooler wasn't working and the desk said it was a vendor issue and being evaluated. Otherwise great place. Will stay again.

Very nice for a Fairfield, seems like on the newer side. Walking distance to the lakefront, a…read moreswimming area, a boat rental, and several bars and restaurants. Free parking and breakfast, nice staff. The room was comfortable but small; I could see having an issue if you were trying to pack a family in there. Very pleasant stay for a single though.

I married into a family that comes here annually, three generations and counting…read more This is a great place to do a week together as a family in the summer. For the kids -with endless energy- there are both planned activities and ready access to all sorts of things to prevent boredom. All sorts of water toys and playmates and a variety of land games too. For the adults, it's a genuine place to unwind. Ample opportunities to share in the adventure, as a family or on your own. From planned things (closest to the pin, waterslide) to spontaneous (grab a kayak and explore the lake). Or take your favorite book and rotate between your porch, the deck, and the lawn. The cabins are simple and relaxing, and it's nice to fall asleep in the afternoon to gentle waves. Even the wifi has been upgraded in the past few years for those pesky moments when you need it. Meals are held in a dining hall with servers. The food's not amazing but usually fits the bill after a day in the sun. Timing is never strict. What this place is not: a luxury resort with catering staff. If you're expecting St Regis of the Woods, reset. The amenities are from a bygone era, the staff is exceptionally polite but aren't here to run drink orders, and the grounds are simple but not overdone. You won't find TVs or a high-class cafe, nor room service and gourmet cuisine. You will find time to actually take a break and recharge. Honestly, it's hard to think of how Fair Hills could improve. Sure, the cabins could use some updating (though I suspect a massive capital cost). And it'd be nice for places a bit nicer for adults to congregate, maybe stocked with some beer (most common spaces are kid-friendly, and so not too comfortable). But the easiest thing would probably be an upgrade to the coffee, which for a San Francisco snob always leaves me hanging.

We were here for an extended weekend/wedding. I can't say enough good things about it. The staff…read morewas incredibly accommodating, patient, and welcoming - they treated all 130 wedding partiers as valued guests. Their range of activities kept us busy for three days, including all kinds of water sports (kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, paddle boating, sailing, fishing), bikes (for a fee), golfing, golf carts (for a fee), bonfires, pool/hottub, deck over the lake and deliciousssss breakfast. The wedding, of course, was gorgeous. The resort was perfect for the ceremony, cocktails, dinner, and dancing. The food for all of the above was consistently yummy. They basically put the entire place at the disposal of the wedding party, and it was so. much. fun. I rave, but I mean every word. One note - it is very family friendly/laid back, so give them a little while to wander in and help you if you're checking in late. When we arrived, they were practicing singing in the ballroom (oh yeah, many of the employees are from Europe, so they sing to practice their English). And, you may have to drive around for awhile to find the main lodge, as there are no signs. I can't even say how wonderful it was. Perfect weekend there.

Very clean and comfortable. Bright fresh contemporary rustic decor - never musty or dark…read more My room had a second bar sink and a beautiful walk out to the beach. Nice amenities. Staff very pleasant and helpful.

Even in the winter time it's absolutely gorgeous, the beds were comfortable, the staff was…read morefriendly, and the food was very good. We got the chicken bacon ranch and the artichoke dip.

Place was clean and staff super friendly and having a spot to plug in my truck and trailerread more

My wife and I stayed for one week . Right off the main st , easy to find and the nicest…read moreaccommodations in town. Rooms clean , comfortable. Breakfast quite ample including eggs, bacon, sausage , waffles . WIFI worked fine for video steaming . Staff friendly , efficient and very helpful. We had to extend our stay for three days due to a snow storm . Even though the hotel was full they managed to get us into a bigger more expensive room with a hot tub but charged us the same rate as we were paying before. Indoor pool clean , well maintained. We will definitely stay here again. Really great staff .....

Love the place. Food is great. People have to be realistic about service as they are short staffed…read moreeverywhere. You are in a bar. People drink and have fun. Give the restaurants a break! The 4 is because sometimes the wait is long but food is always good.

Super cool summer bar in a big garage and outside with lots of tables. Separate stage area.read more

I would highly recommend not using this place. They are listing on Booking.com as well as other…read moretravel sites and will not honor the reservation when you arrive. They require you pay again to stay there because they have to wait 67 days to get paid and have to pay the travel cite a commission.

Home in the country! Love it! Very nice Always clean, always…read morecourteous. Roger and family host a comfortable inn, close to the interstate and next door to food and convenience store. With free WI-FI, and a cottage/ home style décor, Comfort Zone Inn is definitely one of my favorites. I would highly recommend this Establishment for a nice "B&B / mom & pop" style stay. The prices are very competitive, and PLENTY of parking for ANY vehicle. 5 of 5 from me! Gregory Dean Teigen - Teague Construction Co. - owner Studs to Rugs - Carpenter (team 1) teagueconstructionco@gmail.com gregorydeanteigen@gmail.com

THis hotel is clean and the staff are great, the pool an hot tub were warm and clean. Check in was…read moreeasy and quick, they did a great job of helping me figure out a place to eat. And they have a bar with pizza you can buy

I purposefully chose this hotel for a weekend getaway for the pool and hot tub. I came out to…read moreinform the lady that the jets aren't working. She said "oh sorry, they broke down this morning. Clearly the nasty leaves and such where settled and grouped together... the rooms are clean but the uncharge I am willing to pay are for the amenities! I'm done with them... second time I've stayed and I'll be darned if I pay extra for a terrible amenity!

What a lovely resort!! My husband and I went for a week in June and absolutely loved it. We stayed…read morein one of the cabins facing the lake front. The cabins are cozy, clean, and well stocked. The lake itself is wonderful. Very clean and hardly any people (at least when we are there). The family that owns East Silent Lake are some of the kindest and most hospitable hosts I have ever met. They truly go above and beyond to make your stay memorable. The resort offers many activities and equipment: Pontoon boats, fishing boats, speed boats (if you want to try water-skiing, wake-boarding, etc.), kayaks, paddle boards, etc. It was a great week and we look forward to going back in the future!

This is my first time at the East Silent Resort I was blown away by how nice it is. A truly…read morekid-friendly lakeside getaway with a beach full of fun amenities for the family. We really enjoyed shuttling our kids ( 9 year old twins) to and from the water trampoline and the huge inflatable slide on the paddle-boats. The also have paddle-boards which are my personal favorite. The rooms are clean and comfortable with modern amenities like cable TV and high speed WiFi. My only tip is to book early as this place fills up fast during the summer months.

Pleasantly surprised!…read more For a Best Western this was a very nice experience. The last BW we stayed in was in Illinois and it was unexplainably humid inside with a terrible moldy smell so I didn't have high expectations, but this one was very comfortable. Our room was clean and bright, the air was cool and dry, no smell, huge TV, abundance of towels, across the street from a gas station, Target, a few restaurants so the location was convenient... My favorite thing was the complimentary breakfast! There was actually quite a large variety of food and beverage options, and I cannot rave enough about the woman working in there. She was constantly in and out clearing dishes, keeping the food stocked and covered, wiping up every little crumb, and making conversation with the visitors, and asking if there was anything we needed that wasn't already out, etc. she was so friendly and helpful! I don't know if/when I'll ever be in Fergus Falls again but if I am, I'd come back here. My only complaint is that of all the cable channels, somehow Food Network was missing? But we settled for HGTV.

Pleasantly surprised by this place in Fergus Falls. We were in town to see family & while this…read moreCountry Inn & Suites is clearly older, the rooms were clean, and generously sized. We didn't try the pool but it looked wonderful & always had lots of people in it. Our only complaint is that the carpets in the hallways are a super weird design that looks like something is leaking; clearly it's the design, but it's really off-putting.