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Minnesota, South area Bed and Breakfast - Find B&B on BnBStar.com
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Known as the “Land of Lakes,” a charming region offering a wealth of superb getaway destinations for all the family. It’s an ideal place to stay in bed and breakfast Minnesota South where you’ll find a striking mixture of lakes, streams, rolling hills, prairies and beautiful bluffs on the rivers.
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The climate is wonderful; hot summers, spectacular colorful fall and winter locks the land with snow, providing plenty of outdoors activities year round. The beauty of Minnesota's lakes and dense green forests attracts a huge amount of visitors and there is excellent fishing in the state's numerous streams and rivers, a boating paradise as well as many biking trails and there are guaranteed activities for everyone from kids to grandmas! During the warm weather months, nearly a million cyclists, skaters, and walkers use the vast variety of state trails on offer. Lanesboro, an historic landmark on the Root River Trail boasts outstanding bed and breakfast, restaurants, art gallery, museum, a thriving theatre and a bike shop. For those who want to spend quality time with families, the trails provide a perfect "getaway" adventure through hardwood forests and runs through a scenic blend of lakes, prairie potholes, open farmland and wooded lots with small towns scattered at seven to 10-mile intervals. Lanesboro is located in the middle of the trail. Depart the highways and become immersed in the beautiful countryside with picturesque small villages of Minnesota South and stay in friendly bed and breakfast establishments.
A visit to historic Red Wing is a must; the river's jewel, nestled amidst some of the most beautiful bluffs on the mighty Mississippi competes with the very best scenery around and is well known for its pottery’s hot collectible items. Dotted by dozens of small islands and flanked by wetlands teaming with wildlife, the river twists and winds to pour itself into Lake Pepin. A climb to the top of Barn Bluff is worthy of the scenic view over the city and river valley and will take your breath away! Lake Pepin is a boating enthusiast's dream-come-true and the marinas are full of expensive boats. Stroll pass beautiful old red brick Victorian homes that are built up the bluff to the northwest of town. Or while away the hours browsing through fascinating shops or take the biking trails of the stunning Sakatah Singing Hills trail in Mankato, the paved path meanders through the scenic countryside to Faribault. Head out of town and into the wooded hills, passing over two trestle bridges with maples, sumac and elm shading the trail and are stunningly colorful in the fall. Not forgetting Mt. Kato’s ski area that becomes a mountain bike park during the warmer season. Or visit the double waterfall and old mill at Minnesota State Park and a trip to Morgan Creek Vineyards to taste the wines is worth the detour. Albert Lea is easy to get to for a low-key getaway, a little bit of history, shopping or simply strolling. Perhaps rent a canoe and paddle along the peaceful, secluded east end of Albert Lea Lake. You can also explore Winthorp, New Ulm, Sleepy Eye, or Saint Cloud each adding their own distinctive flavour and attractions to create truly wonderful break destinations.
Try the biking trails in Harmony the bluff region; this 18-mile bike route connects to the Root River Trail. Another interesting tour is Niagara Cave one of the largest in the Midwest, with a 60-ft waterfall, tall caverns, a crystal wedding chapel, stalagmite and a stalactite room. It is one of the top ten rated caves in the United States and also boasts a 10-acre picnic ground with shelter and gift shop. A new added attraction is a mining gemstone sluice, a mine for real gemstones and fossils hunters. Another beautiful spot along the Mississippi River is Winona, with its abundance of late 1800s architecture, is scenic in itself and is bordered by the river on one side; tall wooded bluffs on the other and capped off by a towering limestone formation called Sugar Loaf. Exhibits include a replica of a limestone cave, a teepee, a steamboat pilothouse and stained glass windows. A visit to Garvin Heights for an incredible river valley view that is particularly spectacular with a landscape of glorious reds, golds and brown leaves in the fall. The backwaters of the Mississippi are a great place for bird watching and also for fishing walleye, bass, catfish or northern pike. Bring along a kayak or canoe and paddle these secluded river ways to your heart content. Or journey to Kandiyohi County, it boasts about 100 lakes, several of them can be found around the little towns of Spicer and New London. Local bait shops, area fishing guides, tasty restaurants, good golf clubs and the paved Glacial Lakes Trail are just waiting for you! Or opt for the charm of Alexandria and it’s many attractions. Enjoy a bed and breakfast vacation in Minnesota South throughout the endless miles of scenic hiking trails taking you through hardwood forest and remnants of prairie, or just relax and enjoy the excellent facilities and activities available in the beautiful surroundings.
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