We made a last-minute decision to come to Lanesborough to check out the town and do some cycling…read more We were able to book the Harmony room. It was a room with two beds, 2 chairs, spacious enough. What we really enjoyed the most was the two relaxing chairs just outside of our door overlooking the landscape. We were also next-door to the commons, which is a great place to pop in to get some ice water, coffee , tea, hot chocolate - 24/7 a day. There was plenty of seating on the grounds, but our favorite was the hammock. It can be a little challenging to get in and out, but it's very restful once you're settled in. Check-in is at 3 PM but they allowed you to park on the premises starting at 1 PM. That's about the time we arrived so we parked and walked the town. This Inn has split levels so there can be lots of stairs depending on the location of your room. It was an enjoyable stay; we walked everywhere and never used our car. We appreciated the $5 gift card per person we receive for food at Paddle On Coffee.

Four couples met here. Two of us got the top level apartments so we had the deck to ourselves and a…read moreplace to gather and cook in the living area. The problem was the weather! It was cool and cloudy. We grilled the first night and 8 of us fit comfortably in the living room of Cedar. Two couples' rooms were small with no closets. Everything was clean and well-maintained. Grounds are beautiful. Hosts Jim and Pam were friendly. They provide coffee and bagels in a lounge area. They recommended a breakfast spot and it was good. There are lots of steps for the five levels. The bike storage room is nice and the guys played bags while the gals shopped. We considered a fire in the pit area. Parking is tight but close. The location is great for easy access to trails and eating places.

Shout out to the staff at Cedar Valley Resort, especially Lucas! Recently we were biking the Root…read moreRiver Trail and heard the sounds of laughter and fun coming from the Cedar Valley Resort. The place looked so inviting. The first things I noticed were a sand volleyball game going on, ladies out riding bikes around the trail in front of the resort, a caregiver and child out for a walk on the trail, a fun giant chessboard game on the yard, beautiful well kept cabins, well maintained grounds, and very organized area stocked with bikes, kayaks, tubes, and supplies while riding up to the convenience store and office. Attention had been paid to every detail from signage, to landscaping displays, and definitely to the training and choosing of staff. Every member of staff that we spoke with treated the resort as if they were the owner and we were their most important client. That kind of hospitality training is hard to come by and rarely seen. This place is a gem and the offerings that go along with it are breathtaking. Scenery for nature lovers, photography, birding, and artist refuge for painting. Trails for biking, hiking, and snowmobiles. Water activities whether floating, kayaking or fishing. Within blocks or a few miles of museums for history buffs and a block away from world famous homemade pie that is absolutely delightful. There is absolutely something for every person of any age. Then to absolutely top it off, Lucas, from the convenience store office after hours delivered our keys to us at our campground that we inadvertently left when we stopped on our way back to our campground in neighboring town. With staff that goes above and beyond like that for people who they met for 10 minutes and remember them from the numbers of people who come through every day is astounding ... Well done Lucas, your generosity and kindness moved your 5 star resort to an over the top resort that has no competition. You have a loyal fan base that is willing to spread the word far and wide.

We have been having our Family Reunion at this resort for 16 years now. It is always spotless…read more We started the year that Big Timber was built and started with one cabin and now we rent three. We keep busy by riding bike on the Root River bike trail and floating down the Root River. They rent bikes of all sizes and burleys. They also rent canoes, kayaks, and inner tubes. There is a playground with swings and slide for the small kids and volleyball and pickle ball courts for older people. When we ride bikes to town we ride to the ice cream shop with the small kids or to the brewery with the older kids. if you do not like to ride bikes you can get ice cream at the office there or at the pie shop just a block away.

Elaine and Mark are awesome innkeepers! I felt right at home and they spent time telling me about…read morethe area, restaurants and recommended places to see. The gardens are gorgeous and there are many comfy outdoor seating areas. There are no bugs and it's very relaxing with birds singing and barely a breeze. I especially enjoyed the private balcony off the Scandinavian Suite. I got used to freshly brewed coffee and reading each morning....now I really miss that balcony! Breakfasts were yummy & beautifully arranged! I especially enjoyed the homemade enormous cinnamon role and Pannekoeken which is a Dutch pancake. We had breakfast with all the folks staying and everyone had interesting, fun stories to share with their impressions of what they did the day before and their plans for the day ahead. Highly recommend staying at the Habberstad House!

Neat place to spend a wonderful peaceful light.. Good…read morebreakfast and enjoyable sharing time with other guests..

We came up from Illinois for a 2-day paddle and loved the Upper IA River. Hruska's took care of…read morethe canoe and camping. The livery service was always on time, good equipment, very helpful. The Bluffton Campground was very clean, green, quiet. All of the sites were within sight of the river. Good prices for the rentals, camping, firewood. Beautiful area by day and by milky way (incredible stars).

Stayed just outside of Chimney Rock Park, rented 3 kayaks for 2 days with shuttle. Service is…read moreoutstanding. Ridiculously friendly and accommodating. No need to rent anywhere else. Stock up on ice and snacks before you float at the takeout in Bluffton. Will patron them again and can't wait to come back!

Great experience! Country home feel, but with modern upgrades make this place a cozy and enjoyable…read moreplace to stay. The staff is great and the porch is amazing! I would absolutely come back again.

This was my first time staying at the Cottage house. I have traveled to 46 states and stayed in…read morehundreds of hotels, and Cottage house was one of the best experiences of them all. I was incredibly impressed with the cleanliness, hospitality, and relaxed atmosphere at the Cottage house. The lobby was decorated with the cutest decor. They had a great variety of coffee and tea to choose from. It was Great coffee, too, from a Keurig. Allison. was incredibly kind and informative. The hotel even let me check in early. Then when I left my personal blanket behind in the room after checkout, they were so kind to mail it to me. I cannot say enough nice things about this hotel. Stay here! You will Absolutely love it.

Niagara Cave absolutely exceeded every expectation we had. We've explored caves across the country,…read moreincluding Cave of the Winds in Colorado, which has always been one of our favorites. Amazingly, Niagara Cave may have just taken the top spot! From the moment you descend underground, you're surrounded by breathtaking formations. The stalactites and stalagmites are incredible, and the underground waterfall is simply stunning. We chose the Black Light Tour, and it added a whole new dimension to the experience. Watching the cave formations transform with the ultraviolet light was fascinating. Our guide, who I believe was Kaylee, made the experience even better. She was knowledgeable, engaging, perfectly paced, and genuinely enthusiastic about sharing the cave's history and geology. You could tell she loved what she does. If you're anywhere near southeastern Minnesota, this is absolutely worth the trip. Whether you're a first-time visitor or have toured famous caves before, Niagara Cave is a hidden gem that deserves far more recognition. We'll definitely be back, and next time we'll be bringing friends and family along to experience it with us.

Very nice cave tour - hour long with 225 down and 275 up stairs total. Not a bad walk given the…read morecold temperatures in the cave. Perfect activity for a hot summer. Friendly staff - they understand we have small children and didn't mind them. Lovely place to bring family

I cannot say enough good things about this park. We were fortunate to be here before it gets crazy…read morebusy. Very few people in the park. The grass is impeccable, like walking on a fancy gulf course. I have never seen bathrooms so immaculately clean, seriously they must clean them every 15 minutes. I met the Workers and they went out of their way to ask if we needed anything. Very kind and very knowledgeable about places around Lanesboro. We have Reservations for later in the summer. I CANNOT WAIT!! If you want a beautiful location to have some good ole family fun, head to Eagle Cliff Campground.

Park is clean and well kept. Security and customer service was a bit lacking. A group near our site…read morewas partying late with loud language and excessive drinking. A man attempted to enter a neighboring family's tent after 1am and ultimately found his way back to his tent and puked inside of. The group was not asked to leave, they were back drinking by 10am the next morning with no consequence. While the camp staff insists that security went to the site multiple times it was hard to believe. When we attempted to discuss the matter with the camp staff and were scolded for lodging the complaint "because some people don't listen and what are we supposed to do." This was an extreme case of bad behavior but it felt as though they were unapologetically catering to the party market versus the family market. Camp hosts were prompt and helpful. I probably won't come back with tents due to the tubing/party crowd. It was fine as an rv park.

Great way to spend a beautiful summer afternoon! Tubes are just $14 ($17 if you want one with a…read moreback rest). The long course took us about 3 hours to float, with a mix of rapids and calm water. They have tubes you can rent as well to carry your coolers, filled with whatever will get your through a few hours of floating! (No glass though) An old school bus picks you up at the end and takes you back to the store. They also will hold your belongings behind the counter while you're on the water. Right on the main strip of Lanesboro, a cute old town with many restaurants, bars, and little shops right within a block or so from the store front.

My niece and I have been tubing on the river for years and we look forward to this annual…read moreexperience. We went out on Sunday and we were told that the river was "running faster than normal" and the route would take two hours instead of the usual three. We thought that might be nice because the weather was kind of chilly and we didn't know if we wanted to be there for three hours. That said, we did not know that the river running faster would mean that it would also feel dangerous in certain parts and the rapids were a lot rougher than normal. We were pushed into various parts of the river where there were sharp rocks and fallen trees jutting out. I understand that root river outfitters doesn't have anything to do with nature, but I do think that there should be a warning about how the river running fast also means that the river is running more rough at certain points. My tube was pushed into a large tree branch from behind and I cracked my neck and I have been in pain ever since. I am not blaming root river outfitters for the situation, but I do think that they should at least let people know what they are getting into when they are going to be having a two hour experience on a river where they really don't have an opportunity to get off if they feel in danger or uncomfortable. This is just something I think that they should inform people before they go.