Wild Rice Retreat

Have you ever gone somewhere you could hear the peace and quiet? This is the place if you haven't had the pleasure. The amenities, the staff, the food (WOW~!), the facilities, and don't even get me started on the incredible rooms. Literally everything was perfect, I honestly have ZERO negative things to report about the incredible attention paid to every detail at Wild Rice. It was our second year to visit and we cannot wait for next year. The beautiful backdrop to a space and place that you can simply set life down and just be...I cannot recommend enough!

Wild Rice Retreat was the most peaceful, intentional space I have ever been in. There is a feeling of comfort and safety from the moment you arrive. The food was phenomenal and has inspired me to make changes in my daily nourishment at home. The beds in the rice pod were extremely comfortable and I got amazing sleep. The staff were all calm, friendly, and helpful. Thank you for a beautiful experience!

Unique little spot. I wouldn't call it a hotel. More like camping with a real bed real bathroom and buffet food.

I think this place works best for retreats. The grounds are lovely. And this area is very special. However, if you are expecting a romantic, special weekend away, say for an important anniversary, think again. I'm speaking for my husband and myself--there was no effort made towards the people who are here solo as in not on a sanctioned retreat. The food was truly no better than good college food. After years teaching at St. Olaf, we'd put that college food a notch above. Everything presented on a steam table, buffet style... after a point the same mushrooms presented each meal seem old. For a Saturday night dinner--overcooked, tough chicken thighs.. This place is not advertised the way it really is. There is nothing spa about it, unless you want to pay hundreds of dollars extra for a massage. No soaking tubs... The group sauna is nice, but the "cold plunge" is a bucket you douse yourself with. Pods are utilitarian with strange lapses in details--we had a loose outlet, broken clock, broken mug, and no half and half in the room. (flavored coffee mate.) You brush your teeth in the kitchen sink, no mirror for shaving, etc. All fine if you're not spending nearly $600 a night. In the morning, soup spoons for your yogurt, no half and half, and miserly bowl of blueberries to share. I know it's a continental breakfast, but no juice? No bread?

I came to Wild Rice Retreat to recover after a health issue. I stayed in a pod that was simply and beautifully designed. Bed was very comfortable as well as the bedding. My location was private and very quiet even tho it was close to the parking lot. Sauna, massage and walking trail all excellent. Food was delicious and healthy. Staff will go above and beyond. Take a ferry across to one of the islands. Kayak, hike, shop. The small town of Bayfield is just a walk away or drive in. Lots of stores and one of my new favorite bookstores—Honest Dog. Take some time to sit by Lake Superior at Hoop’s . Try breakfast or lunch at Manypenny Bistro. Bar food for the most part but good food and great service. They also have coffee in the morning if you want anything other than black coffee. Wonderstate Coffee does some amazing coffee but the waits on the wkend and even some during the week is not always worth it.

The property is on Lake Superior with a woodland walking path, and has fun art inside and out. The food is healthy and delicious, all the staff are so helpful and the free programing is great. And, of course, Bayfield has a lot to offer, from national parks to great gift stores to a relaxed vibe. The ferry ride to Madeline Island is a lot of fun. And picking fruit on the orchards overlooking the city is a bonus.

The owners of Wild Rice Resort have wisely made the forest and the lake the stars of the show. There are plenty of opportunities to relish in the splendor of both. The overall vibe is very relaxing. I also enjoyed excellent yoga instruction in an ideal setting.

You decide to reserve time at Wild Rice Retreat near Bayfield, WI. You have given yourself a most wonderful gift, including: beautiful, private "tiny house lodging, delicious, healthy tailored to you meals, interesting, innovative classes that you can decide to attend or not, amazing, genuine conversations with the staff, and all in a stunning Lake Superior setting. Very reasonably priced. It will always call your heart back.

Nature is the star of the show and is highlighted effortlessly by the simple design of the retreat. I could go on and on about the delicious food!!! Rooms are cozy & comfortable, including the plush robes that guests have no problem wearing through the property to the sauna & plunge buckets. It’s fantastic! I’ve never felt more at home being away. Cannot wait to return!