December 10th, 2018 by srsm
Want outstanding craft beer? Come visit Vermont! Vermont has outstanding craft beer and brewers as well as creative people undertaking diverse, creative activities. Jewelers, musicians, wood workers, potters, farmers, glassblowers, writers, fashion designers, the list goes on. The website for the Secretary of State for Vermont provides some interesting background on the production of alcohol … read full article
November 27th, 2018 by Peter MacLaren
Locally Owned and Sourced While the food in the Mad River Valley is delicious, it’s more than the flavor and diversity of options that make the restaurants around here unique. Locally owned and sourced restaurants mean you’re supporting small business and enjoying food and ingredients from the very place you are visiting! Vermont, in general, has a … read full article
November 21st, 2018 by srsm
No two snowflakes are alike and that was discovered in Vermont! Winter is fully upon us and the snowflakes are floating softly through the air. The landscape is blanketed in white and is oh so beautiful. If you were a kid growing up in snow country you tried to catch snowflakes on your tongue. Why? … read full article
October 31st, 2018 by Kim Dixon
Looking for something fun to do while staying at West Hill House B&B in Vermont this winter? One of the things we love about this state is the number of activities you can participate in regardless of the time of year! We’ve gathered a list of our favorite Mad River Valley winter activities that you … read full article
August 20th, 2018 by srsm
Serving it up: Quiche. This warm, creamy, egg pie is a winner at breakfast here at West Hill House B&B. Quiche can also be enjoyed for lunch or, dare I say, dinner and is especially tasty cold with a crispy salad on a hot summer day. Makes one 8″ (20cm) pie Oven 375°F (190°C) Bake … read full article
August 3rd, 2018 by Kim Dixon
We’re hard-pressed to choose our favorite Vermont season when they all offer so much. While winter and fall are very popular, we’re here to let you know why Vermont summer activities should make your bucket list too! So, what is there to do if you’re not hitting the slopes or viewing the foliage? Where do … read full article
July 30th, 2018 by srsm
The State of the Arts: Vermont Festival of the Arts August is a great time to experience art in Vermont. So…pack up the babies, grab the old ladies, and bring everyone up to Vermont. (sorry Neil Diamond) The month of August 2018 marks the 21st year for the month long Festival of the Arts in the Mad … read full article
July 23rd, 2018 by srsm
Clue: Cheese Sampling. Answer: What is the Mad River Taste Place. A visit to the Mad River Valley of Vermont wouldn’t be complete without a stop at the Mad River Taste Place. Opened in the summer of 2017, visitors have discovered this new addition to the food scene in the Valley and have been wowed … read full article
July 14th, 2018 by srsm
A covered bridge is always a great attraction. It is part of the beautiful Vermont scenery. Whether long, short, painted, unpainted one span or two, windows or solid walls there is something romanic about these structures. In Vermont there are just over 100 authentic covered bridges giving the state the highest number of authentic covered … read full article
May 3rd, 2018 by srsm
Hiker safety is especially important as spring is here and summer is just around the corner. Each year as the weather improves, hikers are getting their gear ready for upcoming explorations. The Vermont wilderness is a wonderful area to explore. Whether you want to go for an easy walk or you are ready for a … read full article
April 8th, 2018 by srsm
Here in Vermont wildlife abounds. We have our fair share of four- legged creatures however what is surprising is that there are also 381 species of birds that have been recorded in Vermont. Seemingly everything from the Ruby-throated Hummingbird to the Pileated Woodpecker and the Black Capped Chickadee to the Bald Eagle. Many of these birds can … read full article
March 26th, 2018 by srsm
It’s Maple Sugaring Time once again. Vermont has strict Maple Laws governing the production of maple syrup to ensure that you get the highest quality maple syrup. For such a deliciously complex flavor, maple syrup is surprisingly simple to make. Sugaring takes place for just a few weeks in early spring when the spring-time sap from … read full article