Join us at the Best Bed and Breakfast in Wisconsin for a getaway you won’t soon forget. We are honored to be recognized by all of the following respected companies and industry experts. Check out our romantic rooms and suites to see what they’re all talking about!
15 Top Romantic Getaways in Wisconsin
“Among Cedarburg’s top accommodations is the Washington House Inn, a popular refuge for twosomes and parents in need of a kid-free getaway. Built in 1886, the inn offers 34 guest rooms spread across two buildings. Amenities vary by room but may include whirlpool tubs, fireplaces and free Wi-Fi access.”
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TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award 2021
May 2021
Washington House Inn is proud to announce that we have been selected as one of TripAdvisor’s Top 10% best hotels Worldwide during their 2021 Travelers’ Choice Awards.
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Step Into a Hallmark Movie in These Small Wisconsin Towns
“It’s hard to top Cedarburg when it comes to Old World charm. Its downtown, on the National Register of Historic Places, is filled with cream-colored limestone buildings dating to the early 20th century. Many of these buildings are home to boutiques selling everything from handmade pottery to Nepalese hoodies, or quaint bed-and-breakfast inns.”
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For history, small town charm, Cedarburg, Wisconsin, is an easy 2-hour drive from Chicago
September 2020
“The historic Washington House Inn on Washington Avenue was founded in 1846. Originally a wooden building, the three-story brick structure was finished in 1886. Today, it’s a top ranked hotel in the state. Guests stay in 34 rooms, many encased in thick stone and original wood. Many city dwellers from Chicago and Milwaukee who long for small town Americana land at the inn.”
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TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice 2020 Top 10% Worldwide
August 2020
Washington House Inn was voted one of TripAdvisor’s Top 10% best hotels Worldwide during their 2020 Travelers’ Choice Awards.
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Best of Milwaukee 2019 - Best Bed and Breakfast
January 2020
Washington House Inn received The Best of Milwaukee Bed and Breakfast 2019 award from The Shepherd Express.
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TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Top 25 Hotels for Romance
January 2017
Washington House Inn was named one of the top 25 hotels for romance in the United States by TripAdvisor.
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October 2019
“At the northern end of the Oak Leaf, we hook up with the Ozaukee Interurban Trail. This 30-mile paved path spans the length of Ozaukee County, following the shadow of an old electric railway that once linked Milwaukee to Sheboygan. The trail slices right through downtown Cedarburg, where we pulled up to our home for the next two nights, Washington House Inn.”
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The 30 Most Beautiful Main Streets Across America
August 2018
“Anchored by the Cedar Creek Settlement (home to a local winery) on Washington Avenue, this riverfront town 40 minutes north of Milwaukee features many stone buildings—including the Washington House Inn—built from limestone and fieldstone between the 1840s and early 1900s. Decent antique shopping, along with a vintage movie theater and an arts center, make this a popular day-trip destination for residents of Milwaukee and Chicago.”
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Wisconsin Getaway: 48 Hours to Explore Cedarburg
October 2019
“Larger at 34 rooms, the Washington House Inn – built in 1886 – has whirlpools and steam baths to soothe the soul. The innkeepers generously share their much-requested recipes weekly on their Facebook page.”
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25 Perfect Luxury Romantic Getaways
August 2018
“The Washington House Inn is a historic hotel in Cedarburg that marries the best of casual elegance and historic tradition. Discerning travelers can luxuriate in any of the Washington House’s enchanting rooms, each of which are unique and memorable in their own ways. ”
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TripAdvisor 2018 Certificate of Excellence - Hall of Fame
May 2018
Washington House Inn received the 2018 Hall of Fame award from TripAdvisor for earning the Certificate of Excellence five years in a row. This achievement celebrates businesses who have consistently achieved glowing traveler reviews on TripAdvisor.
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10 Small Christmas Towns with the Most Holiday Spirit
November 2017
Cedarburg, Wisconsin was named one of the top smalls towns to visit during the holiday season by Reader’s Digest.
Washington House Inn is a modern inn with a historic feel in Cedarburg
June 2017
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
“Cedarburg has always been a viable, living town dating back to its founding in the 1840s. But people like Steve Fischer and Jim Pape did a lot to preserve its character. The Washington House Inn, the grist mill and the Cedar Creek Settlement are a testament to that.”
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Hotel in Cedarburg Makes Top 25 Traveler’s Choice Hotels for Romance
February 13, 2017
CBS 58 Milwaukee
“TripAdvisor released the winning hotels of its Travelers’ Choice Hotels awards for Romance and one is located right here in Wisconsin. The Washington House Inn in Cedarburg, WI took 24th place. The winners were determined by input from travelers.”
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15 Best Small Towns to Visit in Wisconsin
December 2016
“Visit in the summer to enjoy their concerts or at Christmastime to appreciate the picturesque historic buildings. Whether you’re wine tasting or shopping, you’ll always have something to do!”
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Voted Milwaukee’s Best Bed and Breakfast
December 2016
Washington House Inn was recently named Milwaukee’s Best Bed and Breakfast by Milwaukee A-List voters.
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March 3, 2016
“The Washington House Inn in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, 110 miles north of Chicago, offers stylish accommodations, complimentary, afternoon complimentary wine and cheese social hour and free high speed internet access. Explore Cedarburg’s Main Street with more than 70 boutiques, shops selling sweets, and restaurants.”
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Here Are The Top 10 Christmas Towns In Wisconsin. They’re Magical.
Cedarburg is named the #1 Christmas town in Wisconsin. “If you are looking for a charming, warm Christmas experience, look no further than Cedarburg.”
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“Discover Wisconsin” TV Segment
“In Cedarburg, Wisconsin, the Washington House Inn Bed & Breakfast has been in business since 1984 and is managed by Wendy J. Porterfield, Innkeeper. This one-of-a-kind Inn is known for casual elegance and historic tradition. Choose from their 34 guest rooms which are perfect for a relaxing getaway or business travel.”
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The 50 best B&Bs in America
October 5, 2015
“The Washington House Inn was Cedarburg, Wisconsin’s first Inn when it was founded in 1846. Cedarburg is an ideal destination for history buffs, since the town hasn’t changed much since the 1800s; it retains much of its original charm, and so does the Washington House Inn.”
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20 great B&Bs for a holiday — or any — weekend
September 2015
“Washington House Inn, Cedarburg, Wis.: The inn celebrated its 30th anniversary in September 2014, under the same owner and innkeeper since opening.”
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August 23, 2015
“The Washington House Inn has twenty-nine uniquely decorated rooms, each of which features a fireplace, whirlpool bathtub, flat screen TV, and high speed Internet. While there, guests can relax in the sauna or use the health club passes to work out at the gym.”
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WISN AList: Winner Best Bed and Breakfast 2009, 2013, 2014
“The Washington House Inn successfully blends the charm and romance of days past with the amenities and conveniences expected by today’s discriminating travelers. Whether you travel for business, a romantic getaway, celebration of a special occasion, or a visit to the world class city of Milwaukee (20 minutes to the south), The Washington House Inn and the quaint city of Cedarburg will exceed your every expectation.”
A Christmas Presence
December 2012
“The city’s most iconic lodging, the 1886 inn features modern amenities, such as whirlpool baths, and holds a complimentary wine-and-cheese social hour.”
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