Photo of Old Rittenhouse Inn: A Wisconsin Historical Site

Explore Wisconsin Historical Sites in Bayfield

When you think of history and museums, you may think of the East Coast or the first settlement in Virginia, but fascinating history can be found in the most unexpected places. Bayfield County is one of those places with over 20 recognized sites on the National Register of Historic Places. A collection of these Wisconsin … Read More

Old Rittenhouse Inn Among USA Today’s Top 20 B&B’s

As innkeepers who have been around quite a while (over 40 years now), we congratulate BedandBreakfast.com on their 20th year as leaders in our industry. To commemorate this occasion, B&B.com provided USAToday.com with a private tour of 20 Inns and B&Bs across the country, which in turn inspired a feature photo article: 20 great B&B’s … Read More

Celebrating 35 Years in Business

As Wendy and I begin our seventh year as Innkeepers, we are excited to celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Old Rittenhouse Inn and Landmark Restaurant. As a child, I can remember the “big move” from Madison to Bayfield (dad let me ride in the U-Haul with him) and how excited I was to live in … Read More

First Impressions of Bayfield: 1969

I’ll never forget Mary and my first sight of Bayfield. It was a sunny, warm day in June, 1969, when Mary and I drove in from the south and were mesmerized by the lake. Sparkling like a million diamonds, we were spellbound. The town was quiet, not the tourist haven it has become. There were … Read More