June 23rd, 2020 by Emily Wachsman
We’re still patiently awaiting the reopening of our Vermont Bed and Breakfast on July 1. You can read more about what we will be doing to keep your visit as safe and healthy as possible here. It’s been many months that we’ve been closed to our guests, and we can’t wait to start welcoming you … read full article
June 16th, 2020 by srsm
Welcome! West Hill House B&B will be back ‘inn’ business soon and is accepting reservations for visits after July 1, 2020. While you will find the same warm welcome and smile, under our face masks, things will have a bit of a different look and feel. Our promise to you: We have always been committed … read full article
May 11th, 2020 by srsm
Stirring it up: Crustless Quiche with Broccoli and Cheese will make your tastebuds happy. Early in our B&B experience we realized that while our guests liked quiche, the great majority of them left the crust. The hunt was on for a crustless quiche. Makes: 1  8″ quiche Oven: 350°F  (170°C) Bake: about 40 min. Ingredients … read full article
April 9th, 2020 by srsm
20 in 20. Make 20 cookies in 20 minutes. Maple-Almond Cookies are the perfect cookie to bake in the early spring each year. The sugaring season is over for West Hill Sugar Orchard, just down the road from us here in the Mad River Valley of Vermont. All the buckets are off the trees and … read full article
February 4th, 2020 by srsm
The answer’s easy! First on the list is that the Mad River Valley is a diverse and welcoming community which has provided the opportunity for residents to build on their talents and for visitors to relax and leave the stress of a busy life behind. With so much variety it’s easy to name 20 favorite … read full article
September 25th, 2019 by srsm
A great adventure began by accepting a friendly wager!  That’s exactly what happened to Dr. Horatio Nelson Jackson, a physician and car enthusiast from Burlington, Vermont! In 1903 Dr. H. Nelson Jackson of Burlington, Vermont was visiting in San Francisco, California when he overheard someone say he bet no one could drive one of ‘those … read full article
September 3rd, 2019 by srsm
Irish Soda Bread: Apparently it’s not Irish in origin. Stirring It Up:Â With apologies to my Scottish husband, I give you the recipe for Irish Soda Bread which has been enjoyed by many guests here at West Hill House B&B. This recipe just a few minutes to put together and only 30 minutes to bake. Best … read full article
August 28th, 2019 by srsm
It’s fair to say that when Laura Ingalls lived in the Little House in the Big Woods, she could never have imagined that today, more than 150 years later, we would be talking about a Tiny House in the Big Woods! That, however, is exactly what the Mad River Valley will be talking about come … read full article
March 12th, 2019 by Peter MacLaren
Spring in Vermont is different than that of many other states. Sure, we see budding green trees and daffodils poking up to say hello, but that snow is still here and has a multitude of parts to play in this season. Spring skiing (same fun – slightly warmer temperatures) is only part of spring in … read full article
January 8th, 2019 by srsm
Stirring it up: Sandbakkels are a Norwegian sugar cookie treat which is enjoyed throughout the Scandinavian countries, especially at Christmas. But seriously, who wouldn’t want a sugar cookie at any time of the year! A friend of mine has strong Norwegian roots and when I showed him the photo of my Sandbakkels he exclaimed, “I … 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
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