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
June 3rd, 2020 by srsm
Scottish icons are visible throughout West Hill House B&B. Here’s a summer photo of the front of West Hill House B&B. We are often asked about the blue and white flag. Guests wonder if it is the flag of Finland, but no, it’s the flag of Scotland. The white X represents the cross of the … 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
December 7th, 2019 by srsm
Stirring It Up: Swedish Visiting Cake, quick and simple to make and very ‘moreish’ tasting! Here is my variation. This cake is crispy outside and chewy inside which is similar to the consistency of a coconut macaroon. Makes: One round 9″ (23cm) cake. Oven: 350°F (175°C) Bake: 25-30 min. Ingredients: 8 T (4oz) salted butter … 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
April 28th, 2019 by srsm
Why should I book directly with West Hill House B&B (westhillbb.com) and not through a booking site such as Expedia or booking . com? Start by doing research to decide upon a B&B. Once you have made your choice, enter the B&B website directly into your search engine. Booking directly will show all available rooms … read full article
April 19th, 2019 by srsm
Stirring it up:Â Scrumptious Gluten-Free Cornbread. Love cornbread and need to eat gluten free? Â This cornbread recipe is easy and made with ingredients you probably have in your kitchen right now. The recipe can be halved and still produce an excellent result. Enjoyed by our guests. It’s keeper! Makes: one 9 x 9 inch pan (25cm … read full article
February 21st, 2019 by srsm
Wildlife corridors allow for safe routes for animals, plants and fish. They are a link of wildlife habitat, generally native vegetation, which joins two or more areas of similar wildlife habitat. Vermont’s wildlife requires food, water, shelter and mates to survive and reproduce. Different species travel different distances to meet these basic needs. As they move from one large … 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