The Rivertown Inn is a Victorian bed and breakfast at 306 West Olive Street, in a residential neighbourhood about three blocks from downtown Stillwater. Dating to the early 1880s, the house has rooms and suites named after 19th-century literary figures, furnished in period style with antiques, hand-painted wallpaper, crystal chandeliers, original fireplaces and oriental rugs. The inn has about ten guestrooms, each with a private bath, and the Agatha Christie and Oscar Wilde suites have double jetted bathtubs. A daily breakfast with organic and artisanal foods is included, and the inn hosts an evening social hour and monthly cooking classes. It also arranges wine tastings at local wineries and can be rented in full for events.
Location and getting around
The inn sits on a quiet residential street, so it is calmer than a Main Street hotel, but the walk to the riverfront, shops and restaurants is only a few blocks. The streets near the inn climb the bluff, so expect an uphill stroll back after dinner. The trolley tour passes through similar historic hills, and the Warden’s House Museum on Main Street is a short walk.
Rooms
Each room has a different theme and decor, so choose by the story that appeals to you. Suites with jetted tubs are popular with couples. Because the house is a historic home, soundproofing and room sizes vary, and not every room will suit travellers with mobility needs. Ask about stairs, parking and arrival times when you book.
Who it suits
Couples, history lovers and travellers who prefer a personal, home-like stay to a large hotel. Families with small children may find the quiet, formal atmosphere less suited to their needs, so check the inn’s policies. Breakfast, evening hospitality and cooking classes give the stay a social side if you want to chat with other guests.
Good to know
The inn can be rented entirely for weddings and gatherings, so check its calendar if you want a quiet weekend. October fills early. Ask about check-in times, since a small inn with a host on site often prefers a planned arrival rather than a late-night one.
Why stay here
- ✓Victorian house of about ten rooms
- ✓Daily breakfast with organic foods
- ✓Evening social hour
- ✓Monthly cooking classes
- ✓Private bath in every room
- ✓Jetted tubs in selected suites
- ✓Original fireplaces and antiques
- ✓Wine tastings at local wineries
Good questions
Where is the Rivertown Inn?+
At 306 West Olive Street, about three blocks from downtown Stillwater.
Is breakfast included?+
Yes. A daily breakfast with organic and artisanal foods is included.
What are the rooms like?+
Each room or suite is named after a 19th-century literary figure and furnished in period style with a private bath.