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Afton House Inn / St. Croix River Cruises
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- 3291 St Croix Trail S PO Box 326 Afton MN 55001
- (651) 436-8883
- (651) 436-6859
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- www.aftonhouseinn.com
Hours:
The Historic Afton House Inn Open Daily
St. Croix River Cruises Public/Private Cruises AvailableDriving Directions:
Afton House Inn- Hwy 94 to Exit #258, go south 4 1/2 miles.
Grand Duchess and Afton Princess in Hudson, Wisconsin - Hwy 94 to Exit go to second stop light, Walnut St, turn left, one block to arch.About Us
DINING The Afton House Inn's Wheel Room has been voted ''Best Wine List'' 2009 and ''Best Romantic Dining'' by City Pages in 2007.
Current Restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinners. Daily specials, burgers, pastas, salads, Gluten Free items and more. Eat in or take out.
Lodging
The Afton House Inn offers 25 suites most with Jacuzzis and fireplaces. Our inn is open year round for romantic get-aways or for corporate retreats.
Meetings
Corporate groups can enjoy our beautiful Conference Center, dine in one of our restaurants and relax in a Jacuzzi/fireplace suite for a quiet and restful night of sleep. Corporate lodging rates available Sunday-Thursday.
Cruises
Sunday Champagne Brunch Cruise ~ 2-hour cruise on the scenic St. Croix River with a fantastic brunch buffet. Adult, Children & Tot Prices.
Friday Italian Dinner Cruise and Friday Comedy Dinner Cruises ~ A 2-hour cruise with a Chicken Parmesan with Alfredo Sauce, Mostacolli, Meat Lasagna, Buffet. Adult and Child prices.
Comedy Dinner Cruise ~ Join us as we laugh our way down the river with special comedy celebrities such as Scott Hansenand more headliners. After dinner move upstairs to laugh until you cry as comedians tickle your funny bone while we cruise down the scenic St. Croix River $58.95
Treasure Island Cruise ~ Selected Tuesdays cruise down the St. Croix River, enjoy a full brunch buffet and arrive at Treasure Island Casino for an afternoon of gaming. You also receive $15.00 in slot play upon arrival at the casino. Return trip back by coach bus. around 5:00 PM. A full day event for only $43.95 plus taxVideo Media
Highlights
- Lodging 25 room inn featuring luxury jacuzzi suites
- Wheel Room - Casual upscale dining with American-International Cuisine
- CURRENT Restaurant - Fresh menu with Gluten Free options
- St. Croix River Cruises - Public and Private cruises available April-October
- Swirl Wine Club - Shop - Bar Enjoy great food and wine or pick up wine to go
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Historic Afton House Inn
Room 4 - King Bed with Jacuzzi and Fireplace
Briased Short Ribs
CURRENT Burger at the CURRENT Restaurant and Bar
CURRENT Rstaurant and Bar
CURRENT Restaurant
Wheel Room Group Party
Wheel Room
Pennington Room
Swirl Wine Bar
Swirl Wine Bar Patio
Grand Duchess Charter Boat
Grand Duchess Evening at the Dock
Wedding on the Grand Duchess
Wedding on the Grand Duchess
Wedding Party on the Grand Duchess
Wedding Couple on the Afton Princess
Afton Princess Charter Boat
Afton Princess Wedding
Afton Princess
Wedding Sweet Afton
Room 8 - King Bed, Jauzzi and Fireplace
Afton Hudson Cruise Lines Fleet
Events
BURGER NIGHT AT CURRENT Restaurant and Bar - $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- Tuesday May 12, 2026

Date Night Wednesdays at Swirl Wine Bar in Afton. Need something fun to break up the week? Bring someone to Swirl tonight!
- Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
- Wednesday May 13, 2026
Thursday at CURRENT is our Ribeye Special For only $28!
- Thursday is our Ribeye Special night! For only $28 get a 14oz center cut of ribeye, plus mashed potatoes and Chef Sam's choice of cooked vegetable!
- Thursday May 14, 2026
It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- Friday May 15, 2026
BURGER NIGHT AT CURRENT Restaurant and Bar - $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- Tuesday May 19, 2026
Date Night Wednesdays at Swirl Wine Bar in Afton. Need something fun to break up the week? Bring someone to Swirl tonight!
- Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
- Wednesday May 20, 2026
Thursday at CURRENT is our Ribeye Special For only $28!
- Thursday is our Ribeye Special night! For only $28 get a 14oz center cut of ribeye, plus mashed potatoes and Chef Sam's choice of cooked vegetable!
- Thursday May 21, 2026
It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- Friday May 22, 2026

Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Saturday May 23, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Monday May 25, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Tuesday May 26, 2026
BURGER NIGHT AT CURRENT Restaurant and Bar - $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- Tuesday May 26, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Wednesday May 27, 2026
Date Night Wednesdays at Swirl Wine Bar in Afton. Need something fun to break up the week? Bring someone to Swirl tonight!
- Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
- Wednesday May 27, 2026

Fajita and Margarita Cruises 2026
- Fajita and Margarita Cruises on Tuesdays and Wednesday with St. Croix River Cruises
- Wednesday May 27, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Thursday May 28, 2026
Thursday at CURRENT is our Ribeye Special For only $28!
- Thursday is our Ribeye Special night! For only $28 get a 14oz center cut of ribeye, plus mashed potatoes and Chef Sam's choice of cooked vegetable!
- Thursday May 28, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Friday May 29, 2026
It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- Friday May 29, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Saturday May 30, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Monday Jun 1, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Tuesday Jun 2, 2026
BURGER NIGHT AT CURRENT Restaurant and Bar - $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- Tuesday Jun 2, 2026
Fajita and Margarita Cruises 2026
- Fajita and Margarita Cruises on Tuesdays and Wednesday with St. Croix River Cruises
- Tuesday Jun 2, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Wednesday Jun 3, 2026
Date Night Wednesdays at Swirl Wine Bar in Afton. Need something fun to break up the week? Bring someone to Swirl tonight!
- Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
- Wednesday Jun 3, 2026
Fajita and Margarita Cruises 2026
- Fajita and Margarita Cruises on Tuesdays and Wednesday with St. Croix River Cruises
- Wednesday Jun 3, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Thursday Jun 4, 2026
Thursday at CURRENT is our Ribeye Special For only $28!
- Thursday is our Ribeye Special night! For only $28 get a 14oz center cut of ribeye, plus mashed potatoes and Chef Sam's choice of cooked vegetable!
- Thursday Jun 4, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Friday Jun 5, 2026
It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- Friday Jun 5, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Saturday Jun 6, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Monday Jun 8, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Tuesday Jun 9, 2026
BURGER NIGHT AT CURRENT Restaurant and Bar - $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- Tuesday Jun 9, 2026
Fajita and Margarita Cruises 2026
- Fajita and Margarita Cruises on Tuesdays and Wednesday with St. Croix River Cruises
- Tuesday Jun 9, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Wednesday Jun 10, 2026
Date Night Wednesdays at Swirl Wine Bar in Afton. Need something fun to break up the week? Bring someone to Swirl tonight!
- Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
- Wednesday Jun 10, 2026
Fajita and Margarita Cruises 2026
- Fajita and Margarita Cruises on Tuesdays and Wednesday with St. Croix River Cruises
- Wednesday Jun 10, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Thursday Jun 11, 2026
Thursday at CURRENT is our Ribeye Special For only $28!
- Thursday is our Ribeye Special night! For only $28 get a 14oz center cut of ribeye, plus mashed potatoes and Chef Sam's choice of cooked vegetable!
- Thursday Jun 11, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Friday Jun 12, 2026
It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- Friday Jun 12, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Saturday Jun 13, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Monday Jun 15, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Tuesday Jun 16, 2026
BURGER NIGHT AT CURRENT Restaurant and Bar - $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- Tuesday Jun 16, 2026
Fajita and Margarita Cruises 2026
- Fajita and Margarita Cruises on Tuesdays and Wednesday with St. Croix River Cruises
- Tuesday Jun 16, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Wednesday Jun 17, 2026
Date Night Wednesdays at Swirl Wine Bar in Afton. Need something fun to break up the week? Bring someone to Swirl tonight!
- Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
- Wednesday Jun 17, 2026
Fajita and Margarita Cruises 2026
- Fajita and Margarita Cruises on Tuesdays and Wednesday with St. Croix River Cruises
- Wednesday Jun 17, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Thursday Jun 18, 2026
Thursday at CURRENT is our Ribeye Special For only $28!
- Thursday is our Ribeye Special night! For only $28 get a 14oz center cut of ribeye, plus mashed potatoes and Chef Sam's choice of cooked vegetable!
- Thursday Jun 18, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Friday Jun 19, 2026
It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- Friday Jun 19, 2026

Laugh Boat Comedy Dinner Cruise - St. Croix River Cruises presents Jeff Gerbino Comedian
- Comedy Dinner Cruise - St. Croix River Cruises presenting Comedian Jeff Gerbino
- Friday Jun 19, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Saturday Jun 20, 2026

Father's Day Brunch Cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- Spend time on Father's Day with all the Dads so deserving of a relaxing Brunch and Cruise on the Scenic St. Croix River.
- Sunday Jun 21, 2026

Father's Day Brunch at the Historic Afton House Inn
- Come celebrate Father's Day at the Historic Afton House Inn for a buffet brunch from 10 AM until 3 PM.
- Sunday Jun 21, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Monday Jun 22, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Tuesday Jun 23, 2026
BURGER NIGHT AT CURRENT Restaurant and Bar - $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- Tuesday Jun 23, 2026
Fajita and Margarita Cruises 2026
- Fajita and Margarita Cruises on Tuesdays and Wednesday with St. Croix River Cruises
- Tuesday Jun 23, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Wednesday Jun 24, 2026
Date Night Wednesdays at Swirl Wine Bar in Afton. Need something fun to break up the week? Bring someone to Swirl tonight!
- Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
- Wednesday Jun 24, 2026
Fajita and Margarita Cruises 2026
- Fajita and Margarita Cruises on Tuesdays and Wednesday with St. Croix River Cruises
- Wednesday Jun 24, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Thursday Jun 25, 2026
Thursday at CURRENT is our Ribeye Special For only $28!
- Thursday is our Ribeye Special night! For only $28 get a 14oz center cut of ribeye, plus mashed potatoes and Chef Sam's choice of cooked vegetable!
- Thursday Jun 25, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Friday Jun 26, 2026
It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- Friday Jun 26, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Saturday Jun 27, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Monday Jun 29, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Tuesday Jun 30, 2026
BURGER NIGHT AT CURRENT Restaurant and Bar - $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- Tuesday Jun 30, 2026
Fajita and Margarita Cruises 2026
- Fajita and Margarita Cruises on Tuesdays and Wednesday with St. Croix River Cruises
- Tuesday Jun 30, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Wednesday Jul 1, 2026
Date Night Wednesdays at Swirl Wine Bar in Afton. Need something fun to break up the week? Bring someone to Swirl tonight!
- Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
- Wednesday Jul 1, 2026
Fajita and Margarita Cruises 2026
- Fajita and Margarita Cruises on Tuesdays and Wednesday with St. Croix River Cruises
- Wednesday Jul 1, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Thursday Jul 2, 2026
Thursday at CURRENT is our Ribeye Special For only $28!
- Thursday is our Ribeye Special night! For only $28 get a 14oz center cut of ribeye, plus mashed potatoes and Chef Sam's choice of cooked vegetable!
- Thursday Jul 2, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Friday Jul 3, 2026
It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- Friday Jul 3, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Saturday Jul 4, 2026

Fireworks Display Cruise - (Cruising to Stillwater)
- Fireworks display cruise
- Saturday Jul 4, 2026
Fireworks Dinner Cruise to Stillwater Fireworks July 4
- Fireworks Dinner Cruise.
- Saturday Jul 4, 2026

Fireworks Dinner Cruise (Hudson)
- Fireworks Dinner Cruise. Enjoy a lovely dinner on the water, followed by a spectacular fireworks display with a view that can't be beat!
- Sunday Jul 5, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Monday Jul 6, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Tuesday Jul 7, 2026
BURGER NIGHT AT CURRENT Restaurant and Bar - $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- $10 Current Burger with fries every Tuesday night! Come on down and get one!
- Tuesday Jul 7, 2026
Fajita and Margarita Cruises 2026
- Fajita and Margarita Cruises on Tuesdays and Wednesday with St. Croix River Cruises
- Tuesday Jul 7, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Wednesday Jul 8, 2026
Date Night Wednesdays at Swirl Wine Bar in Afton. Need something fun to break up the week? Bring someone to Swirl tonight!
- Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
- Wednesday Jul 8, 2026
Fajita and Margarita Cruises 2026
- Fajita and Margarita Cruises on Tuesdays and Wednesday with St. Croix River Cruises
- Wednesday Jul 8, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Thursday Jul 9, 2026
Thursday at CURRENT is our Ribeye Special For only $28!
- Thursday is our Ribeye Special night! For only $28 get a 14oz center cut of ribeye, plus mashed potatoes and Chef Sam's choice of cooked vegetable!
- Thursday Jul 9, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Friday Jul 10, 2026
It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- It’s always a good Friday for crab legs. Only $29.99 every Friday!
- Friday Jul 10, 2026
Italian Lunch cruise - St. Croix River Cruises
- 2 Hour Cruise | Italian Lunch and Sightseeing Cruise!
- Saturday Jul 11, 2026
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