Moving to St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, from a large metro area, I was worried about filling my arts and culture yearnings. I was used to deciding at the last minute to head out to see a band at a club, hit a museum or a [...]
Photo from Polk County Tourism 2025 When was the last time you played tourist in your own town? Polk County Tourism has launched a campaign promoting the hidden gems of our area, inviting you to "Experience it All." It's time to explore Polk County like [...]
A question for you? When celebrating an anniversary, birthday or other milestone, is the question: A year already? Or, Has it only been a year? For LakePlace and us, it has been both.
Now that we have your attention, welcome back to the lake! Summer 2024, our first summer of guests, has exceeded our expectations. And, fun fact: Everyone loves summer and cookies! We welcomed 135 guests from five countries and 14 states. They were celebrating weddings, anniversaries, [...]
It’s February and everyone’s talking about love. That ubiquitous, elusive, and endlessly complex emotion. We sing about it, write about it, chase after it, and sometimes even run away from it. But one thing’s for sure: love, in all its glorious forms, love makes up [...]
Winter in the St. Croix River Valley isn't just about enduring the cold, it's about reveling in it. So, pack your mittens, bundle up in your warmest coat, and prepare to be enchanted by the magic of these winter festivals. From whimsical parades to adrenaline-pumping [...]
Nestled amidst the breathtaking scenery of the St. Croix River Valley, Chisago County Minnesota, and Polk County Wisconsin, transform into a winter wonderland during the colder months. With charming towns, picturesque natural attractions, and an abundance of winter activities, the Upper St. Croix River Valley [...]
We are Jennifer and Mark Arriola, and we welcome you to LakePlace Bed & Breakfast. Like many others, 2020 gave us time to reflect and consider what to do once the world returned to “normal.” The answer was to open a bed and breakfast on [...]
If you have never stayed at a bed and breakfast, considering it as a getaway option might be daunting. Many bed and breakfast first-timers think of a B&B as a stuffy Victorian with lots of delicate antiques. Who can relax there? Our first B&B experience [...]
