Serving it up: Biscotti, crunchy and crispy, nothing is a better pick-me-up with a hot beverage. From a google search we learn that though modern biscotti are associated with the Tuscan region of Italy, this popular Italian cookie traces its origins to Roman times. The word biscotto (biscotti is the plural) derives from “bis,” Latin for twice,Read more
Biscotti made with Espresso & Chocolate Chips: What a treat!
March 11th, 2017 by Susan
Moon n. an astronomical body. But what’s a Babymoon?
March 5th, 2017 by Susan
How many words can you think of that contain the word moon? 10? 25? 50? More? Well done! An internet search finds over 190 words containing the word moon. Here are but a few… Moon: The Moon is an astronomical body that orbits planet Earth, being Earth’s only permanent natural satellite. Man-in-the-moon: Although there isRead more
Sugarbush Lift Tickets – Tickets To Adventure!
February 20th, 2017 by Corey A. Edwards
To turn a popular phrase on its head: Spring is coming! Get your Sugarbush lift tickets now while there is still so much good snow on the slopes. It’s true: warmer, sunny weather is on its way and all that great snow is not going to last forever. Consequently, now is the time to takeRead more
Don’t Miss Out On These Upcoming Sugarbush Events!
February 11th, 2017 by Corey A. Edwards
There is always something going on in Vermont’s Mad River Valley as these two, upcoming Sugarbush events demonstrate so well: a Photography Outback Tour and Lawson’s Beer Dinner at Allyn’s Lodge! There’s no denying the incredible natural beauty of Vermont’s Mad River Valley. Come discover it for yourself and take some of it back homeRead more
Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner At West Hill House B&B!
February 9th, 2017 by Corey A. Edwards
Come to Vermont’s Mad River Valley this Thanksgiving and enjoy dinner at our house with the West Hill House B&B Thanksgiving dinner add-on! Thanksgiving is a time when we gather together and give thanks for all that is good in our lives: our friends and family, health, happiness, and more. It is meant as aRead more
Rake In 50% Savings with our Vermont Fall Foliage Special!
February 9th, 2017 by Corey A. Edwards
Autumn’s paint brush has already made a pass or two and the classic, Vermont fall foliage colors continue to brighten. Now is the time to book your Vermont leaf-peeping vacation! Warm, sunny days and cool evenings have conspired to beautify our surroundings with russets, sepias, orange, and gold. Even though the nights are getting coolerRead more
Maple Syrup? Pancakes? Vermont’s Got It!
February 5th, 2017 by Susan
Maple syrup and Vermont go together like, well, maple syrup and pancakes! Forty years are required to grow a sugar maple tree large enough to tap. A tree ten inches (25 cm) in diameter is considered minimum trappable size for one tap. A grove of sugar maples is called a sugar bush or sometimes aRead more
Get Out And About On A Mad River Valley Snowshoe Tour
January 27th, 2017 by Corey A. Edwards
If you haven’t been on a snowshoe tour in the Mad River Valley, you’re missing out on one of the more relaxing winter experiences Vermont has to offer. It probably goes without saying but, if you’re a hiking enthusiast, you’ll love snowshoeing. On skis, it’s about the ride while, on snowshoes, it becomes more aboutRead more
Is It Lake Champlain Bridge or Crown Point Bridge?
January 21st, 2017 by Susan
A covered bridge is what most folks picture when they think of a bridge in Vermont, however, Vermont is home to newer, unique bridges which employed advanced technology during the construction process. The original Champlain Bridge, commonly referred to as The Crown Point Bridge, was the was a major route connecting Vermont and New York at Chimney Point, Vermont and Crown Point,Read more
A Vermont Valentine’s Day In The Mad River Valley
January 16th, 2017 by Corey A. Edwards
What could be more perfect than planning a Vermont Valentine’s Day getaway for you and your significant other in the Mad River Valley and here at West Hill House B&B? The answer is nothing, of course! February can be a cold month. Perhaps that’s why we like to spice it up with the romance of Valentine’s Day.Read more
Ski it! Enjoy it! Participate in winter activities
January 9th, 2017 by Peter MacLaren
As we look out the windows at West Hill House B&B during the winter months, we are thankful for the beautiful snowfalls, the ski areas and the great outdoor activities the local mountains and surrounding area offer. While one man may not be able to move a mountain he surely can shape what happens on a mountain.Read more
Ski Sugarbush During The Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Weekend
December 30th, 2016 by Corey A. Edwards
Hoping to hit the slopes early in the New Year? Sugarbush Resort offers an exciting weekend of activities during the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Weekend – January 14th, 2017! Once the snow begins to fly here in Vermont’s Mad Rover Valley, skiing opportunities abound. One of the best resorts around just so happens toRead more