McIntosh House guidebook

Lori
McIntosh House guidebook

Shopping

Womens clothing, jewelry and accessories; knitting supplies including yarns; gifts, souvenirs, toys, home decor.
Brownstone Centre
121 Rittenhouse Ave
Womens clothing, jewelry and accessories; knitting supplies including yarns; gifts, souvenirs, toys, home decor.
Home decor, tableware, jewelry, clothing, shoes and scandinavian gift items. This is the shop you first see when you look out the library windows of our house, one of my favorites. Say HI to Solvieg!
Joanne's Scandinavian
223 Rittenhouse Ave
Home decor, tableware, jewelry, clothing, shoes and scandinavian gift items. This is the shop you first see when you look out the library windows of our house, one of my favorites. Say HI to Solvieg!
This shop brings much needed selection and quality to our lttle town. Their slogan "Drink Less, But Better" summarizes their commitment to locally sourced, small batch craft beer and spirit producers while still carrying brands we all count on to round out our cocktail bars. Extensive wine selection as well as cheeses.
Bayfield Wine And Spirits
13 S 2nd St
This shop brings much needed selection and quality to our lttle town. Their slogan "Drink Less, But Better" summarizes their commitment to locally sourced, small batch craft beer and spirit producers while still carrying brands we all count on to round out our cocktail bars. Extensive wine selection as well as cheeses.
One of our treasured artists, Austin Miller set up a charming gallery in her home a few miles south of Bayfield on Ski Hill Road. Enjoy a visit off the beaten path, meet the artist, soak up the view, and relax in a very tranquil setting. Primarily watercolors but other medias as well.
Austin Miller Studio & Gallery
33615 Ski Hill Rd
One of our treasured artists, Austin Miller set up a charming gallery in her home a few miles south of Bayfield on Ski Hill Road. Enjoy a visit off the beaten path, meet the artist, soak up the view, and relax in a very tranquil setting. Primarily watercolors but other medias as well.
Relax in the gardens with a view of Madeline Island and watch the artists making pottery. Wander through a gallery of pottery, paintings, sculpture, jewelry and garden art. From earthy stoneware to fine porcelain, you will find, one-of-a-kind, soulful, playful, hand-crafted pottery, made in their studio since 1960. Local, regional Wisconsin artists and nationally-recognized jewelers and artists are represented.
8 locals recommend
Eckels Pottery and Fine Craft Gallery
85205 State Hwy 13
8 locals recommend
Relax in the gardens with a view of Madeline Island and watch the artists making pottery. Wander through a gallery of pottery, paintings, sculpture, jewelry and garden art. From earthy stoneware to fine porcelain, you will find, one-of-a-kind, soulful, playful, hand-crafted pottery, made in their studio since 1960. Local, regional Wisconsin artists and nationally-recognized jewelers and artists are represented.
Lissa Fleming creates organic jewelry designs which incorporate the majestic beauty of Lake Superior and the natural world. Don't miss this one! I think 80% of my jewelry comes from this one store. Ugh.
6 locals recommend
SIlverwaves Jewelry
126 Rittenhouse Ave
6 locals recommend
Lissa Fleming creates organic jewelry designs which incorporate the majestic beauty of Lake Superior and the natural world. Don't miss this one! I think 80% of my jewelry comes from this one store. Ugh.
Quality outdoor men’s & women’s clothing, shoes, accessories, gifts & gear. Marmot, Mountain Khakis, KAVU, Simms, Sherpa, Birkenstock, Teva, Merrell, Pistil, Smith Optics, ENO & Grand Trunk. Howl is also home to Wolfsong Wear, our original winter outerwear, made right here in Bayfield.
Howl Downtown
100 Rittenhouse Ave
Quality outdoor men’s & women’s clothing, shoes, accessories, gifts & gear. Marmot, Mountain Khakis, KAVU, Simms, Sherpa, Birkenstock, Teva, Merrell, Pistil, Smith Optics, ENO & Grand Trunk. Howl is also home to Wolfsong Wear, our original winter outerwear, made right here in Bayfield.
A full-service, locally-owned, independent bookstore which emphasizes the history, culture, nature, lifestyle, cuisine and activities of our region. Puzzles, children's and young readers books as well. Another one that we hit up every visit.
Apostle Islands Booksellers
112 Rittenhouse Ave
A full-service, locally-owned, independent bookstore which emphasizes the history, culture, nature, lifestyle, cuisine and activities of our region. Puzzles, children's and young readers books as well. Another one that we hit up every visit.
Homestyle fudge, salt water taffy, domestic and import candy, gourmet foods, kitchen items, home decor, clothing and souvenirs.
Sweet Sailing
120 Rittenhouse Ave
Homestyle fudge, salt water taffy, domestic and import candy, gourmet foods, kitchen items, home decor, clothing and souvenirs.
Stock up on fresh or smoked fish wild caught in Lake Superior. This enterprise is near and dear to the hearts of the community and Ojibwa tribe. Per the fishery website, “After nearly a decade of planning, the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa broke ground on the Red Cliff Fish Company processing facility in May of 2020 and is now open as of November 2020. This is an historic milestone in furthering our community and food sovereignty goals, one that enables the Tribe to achieve local food control, maximize the fisheries’ economic potential, preserve the commercial fishing tradition at Red Cliff, and nourish its community.”
Red Cliff Fish Company
37525 Dock Rd
Stock up on fresh or smoked fish wild caught in Lake Superior. This enterprise is near and dear to the hearts of the community and Ojibwa tribe. Per the fishery website, “After nearly a decade of planning, the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa broke ground on the Red Cliff Fish Company processing facility in May of 2020 and is now open as of November 2020. This is an historic milestone in furthering our community and food sovereignty goals, one that enables the Tribe to achieve local food control, maximize the fisheries’ economic potential, preserve the commercial fishing tradition at Red Cliff, and nourish its community.”
Three generations of Bodins have fished these waters since the late 1880's. Whitefish lake trout, herring, walleye and perch available as well as seasonal offerings including smoked whitefish spread, whitefish livers and herring caviar.
Bodin Fisheries
208 Wilson Ave
Three generations of Bodins have fished these waters since the late 1880's. Whitefish lake trout, herring, walleye and perch available as well as seasonal offerings including smoked whitefish spread, whitefish livers and herring caviar.

Food scene

While a half hours drive away, this is a must visit spot if you're seeking organic, local food or to support our local communities and their producers. Our go-to when we're in the area. Also sports a deli and picnic items.
20 locals recommend
Chequamegon Food Co-Op
700 Main St W
20 locals recommend
While a half hours drive away, this is a must visit spot if you're seeking organic, local food or to support our local communities and their producers. Our go-to when we're in the area. Also sports a deli and picnic items.
A family owned full service restaurant and bakery serving American breakfast classics, Wood Stone Oven Pizza, American/ Turkish Sandwiches, gyros and more.
21 locals recommend
Manypenny Bistro
201 Manypenny Ave
21 locals recommend
A family owned full service restaurant and bakery serving American breakfast classics, Wood Stone Oven Pizza, American/ Turkish Sandwiches, gyros and more.
Family owned, operated, and proud to support local fishermen, dairy farmers, foragers, bakers, and pastry chefs. Italian themed menu featuring the bounty that our lake and land have to offer. Literally a minute's walk away. One of our favs.
10 locals recommend
The Copper Trout
250 Rittenhouse Ave
10 locals recommend
Family owned, operated, and proud to support local fishermen, dairy farmers, foragers, bakers, and pastry chefs. Italian themed menu featuring the bounty that our lake and land have to offer. Literally a minute's walk away. One of our favs.
The Landmark Restaurant at Old Rittenhouse Inn offers breakfast, brunch, and dinner showcasing regional and seasonal cuisine. This is where to go when you're seeking a romantic or celebratory venue. Directly across the street. Reservations strongly recommended.
Old Rittenhouse Inn
301 Rittenhouse Ave
The Landmark Restaurant at Old Rittenhouse Inn offers breakfast, brunch, and dinner showcasing regional and seasonal cuisine. This is where to go when you're seeking a romantic or celebratory venue. Directly across the street. Reservations strongly recommended.
A fourth generation owned and operated lounge and restaurant. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. I have fond memories of my grampa meeting his coffee clutch every morning at 6:00AM on the dot back in the day. Great fish fry on Friday nights.
9 locals recommend
Pier Plaza Restaurant
1 Rittenhouse Ave
9 locals recommend
A fourth generation owned and operated lounge and restaurant. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. I have fond memories of my grampa meeting his coffee clutch every morning at 6:00AM on the dot back in the day. Great fish fry on Friday nights.
Prime USDA burgers, sandwiches, salads, & more for lunch. Dinner features Prime USDA hand-cut steaks, fresh Lake Superior fish, seafood, pasta, & various other dishes. The deck upstairs can't be beat for drinks and cocktails on a fine summer evening!
22 locals recommend
The Bayfield Inn
20 Rittenhouse Ave
22 locals recommend
Prime USDA burgers, sandwiches, salads, & more for lunch. Dinner features Prime USDA hand-cut steaks, fresh Lake Superior fish, seafood, pasta, & various other dishes. The deck upstairs can't be beat for drinks and cocktails on a fine summer evening!
Delectible fare made from scratch and sourced locally. Steaks, fish, seafood, pasta, burgers, salads, artisanal cocktails and more. The 14 oz Ribeye will knock your socks off! One of our favorite spots no doubt. Lounge and outdoor seating as well.Between Bayfield and Washburn in a beautiful old yellow house. Reservations strongly recommended.
18 locals recommend
Good Thyme Restaurant and Catering
77180 State Hwy 13
18 locals recommend
Delectible fare made from scratch and sourced locally. Steaks, fish, seafood, pasta, burgers, salads, artisanal cocktails and more. The 14 oz Ribeye will knock your socks off! One of our favorite spots no doubt. Lounge and outdoor seating as well.Between Bayfield and Washburn in a beautiful old yellow house. Reservations strongly recommended.
15 minutes south in Washburn but worth the drive! Breakfasts and lunches with fresh, local ingredients. Salads, soups, sandwiches, baked goods, desserts, bread, coffee, local producer products. Great vegan and gluten free options.
22 locals recommend
Coco - Artisan Bakery & Good Eats
210 W Bayfield St
22 locals recommend
15 minutes south in Washburn but worth the drive! Breakfasts and lunches with fresh, local ingredients. Salads, soups, sandwiches, baked goods, desserts, bread, coffee, local producer products. Great vegan and gluten free options.
Using fresh, regional ingredients, Copper Crow creates small, distinctive batches inspired by the spirit and purity of the big lake we call SUPERIOR. Owned and operated by Curt Gustafson, a friend of ours from high school, this is the first Native American owned distillery in the US. Cocktails, tours, tastings. Don't miss the Bloody Mary bar on Sunday afternoons!
17 locals recommend
Copper Crow Distillery, LLC
54814 State Hwy 13
17 locals recommend
Using fresh, regional ingredients, Copper Crow creates small, distinctive batches inspired by the spirit and purity of the big lake we call SUPERIOR. Owned and operated by Curt Gustafson, a friend of ours from high school, this is the first Native American owned distillery in the US. Cocktails, tours, tastings. Don't miss the Bloody Mary bar on Sunday afternoons!
With a mission statement "to craft the finest beers from the best ingredients with neither compromise nor spared expense to bring exceptional flavors to all who adventure to the Bayfield area", this new brewery and tap room offers an amazing variety of rotating taps. Located at Howl Adventure Center, making it easy to make a day of trail riding followed by a cold brew.
8 locals recommend
Adventure Club Brewing
35265 S Co Hwy J
8 locals recommend
With a mission statement "to craft the finest beers from the best ingredients with neither compromise nor spared expense to bring exceptional flavors to all who adventure to the Bayfield area", this new brewery and tap room offers an amazing variety of rotating taps. Located at Howl Adventure Center, making it easy to make a day of trail riding followed by a cold brew.
Established in 1995, this is our original local brewery in the Chequamegon Bay area. Located in Washburn, they offer flagship and seasonal brews that cover a wide range of tastes. My favorite is the Nut Brown Ale. How can you not like a place that urges "Avoid Bummer Beers"?
South Shore Brewery Taphouse
532 W Bayfield St
Established in 1995, this is our original local brewery in the Chequamegon Bay area. Located in Washburn, they offer flagship and seasonal brews that cover a wide range of tastes. My favorite is the Nut Brown Ale. How can you not like a place that urges "Avoid Bummer Beers"?
One of our oldest dining establishments, Gruenke's is a '40s era diner that resonates with families in particular. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Known especially for their fish boils, whitefish livers, milshakes/malts and pies. Sergeant Pepperoni's pizza next door as well.
9 locals recommend
Greunke's First Street Inn & Dining
17 Rittenhouse Ave
9 locals recommend
One of our oldest dining establishments, Gruenke's is a '40s era diner that resonates with families in particular. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Known especially for their fish boils, whitefish livers, milshakes/malts and pies. Sergeant Pepperoni's pizza next door as well.
Full bar, craft and domestic beers, homemade pizza, 100’ projection screen for sports, pool table.
The Creamery Bar
31 S 1st St
Full bar, craft and domestic beers, homemade pizza, 100’ projection screen for sports, pool table.
Two miles away on County J at Hauser's Superior View Farm. Small batch hard ciders crafted in small batches with produce grown, picked, pressed, and fermented on their farm powered by renewable solar energy.
Apfelhaus Cidery
Two miles away on County J at Hauser's Superior View Farm. Small batch hard ciders crafted in small batches with produce grown, picked, pressed, and fermented on their farm powered by renewable solar energy.

Farms and orchards

A five-generation family greenhouse, nursery, orchard, and cidery. Homemade jams, jellies and apple butter. A lovely family and a lovely spot to visit.
Hauser's Superior View Farm
86565 Co Hwy J
A five-generation family greenhouse, nursery, orchard, and cidery. Homemade jams, jellies and apple butter. A lovely family and a lovely spot to visit.
Since 1954 the Erickson clan has owned and operated their apple orchard and strawberry farm. Don't miss the country store featuring their apple cider donuts & fruit pies, along with Muriel’s jams and jellies, and a variety of unique gifts and food items.
12 locals recommend
Erickson Orchard & Country Store
86600 Betzold Rd
12 locals recommend
Since 1954 the Erickson clan has owned and operated their apple orchard and strawberry farm. Don't miss the country store featuring their apple cider donuts & fruit pies, along with Muriel’s jams and jellies, and a variety of unique gifts and food items.
This diverse farm grows over 40 varieties of apples, as well as pears, strawberries, blueberries and red currants. Unique line of jams, jellies and fruit mustards - all made in-house, with Bayfield fruit! Sip their apple cider, including our famous Apple-Raspberry cider, and hard cider- all pressed at our orchard. The Orchard Store - a reclaimed 1900's barn- is full of unique local foods and gifts. Take a hike in their butterfly garden or feed their pigs. Another winner for families.
Bayfield Apple Co
87540 Co Hwy J
This diverse farm grows over 40 varieties of apples, as well as pears, strawberries, blueberries and red currants. Unique line of jams, jellies and fruit mustards - all made in-house, with Bayfield fruit! Sip their apple cider, including our famous Apple-Raspberry cider, and hard cider- all pressed at our orchard. The Orchard Store - a reclaimed 1900's barn- is full of unique local foods and gifts. Take a hike in their butterfly garden or feed their pigs. Another winner for families.
This is the real deal- an organic farm employing regenerative farming practices and renewable resources. Owner Tom Galazen has even converted his tractor to electric! Offering U Pick strawberries, raspberries and blueberries. You'll also find their stand offering berries and produce at the Bayfield and Madeline Island Farmers Markets during the growing season.
North Wind Organic Farm
86760 Valley Rd
This is the real deal- an organic farm employing regenerative farming practices and renewable resources. Owner Tom Galazen has even converted his tractor to electric! Offering U Pick strawberries, raspberries and blueberries. You'll also find their stand offering berries and produce at the Bayfield and Madeline Island Farmers Markets during the growing season.