8 Dazzling Scenic Drives in Vermont Near Our Bed & Breakfast

For us, fall is all about scenic drives in Vermont and beholding the state’s beautiful natural color. The best way to take in as much of those fiery reds, blazing oranges, and flashing golds as possible is with a scenic drive. Or lots of scenic drives. And what better place to launch those scenic drives […]

Top 10 Things to Do in Vermont This Fall

There’s no shortage of awe-inspiring things to do in Vermont at this time of year. Fall and Vermont go together like corn mazes and apple cider, or pumpkin and spice, or leaves and peepers, or … well, you get the idea. The two come together to create a dazzling explosion of natural color that draws […]

Welcome! West Hill House B&B: Back Inn Business

Welcome! While you will find the same warm welcome and smile from us, some things may have a bit of a different look and feel. (Updated 20th August 2022.) Our promise to you: We have always been committed to providing our guests with a clean and safe environment. We promise to work harder than ever to do […]

Crustless Quiche with Broccoli & Cheese: Acclaimed 10/10 by Guests.

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: one  8″ quiche Oven: 350°F  (170°C) Bake: about 40 min. A […]

Swedish Visiting Cake: My Variation of an Excellent and Very Tasty Cake

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 I find similar to the consistency of a coconut macaroon. Makes: One round 9″ (23cm) cake. Oven: 350°F (175°C) Bake: 25-30 min. Swedish Visiting Cake Swedish Visiting […]

FAQ: To Help You Plan Your Stay at West Hill House B&B

The Warren Bridge Why should I book directly with West Hill House B&B (westhillbb.com) and not through a booking site such as Expedia? 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 at […]

Scrumptious Gluten-Free Cornbread: Just What You Have Been Wishing For

Stirring it up:  Scrumptious Gluten-Free Cornbread. Love cornbread and need to eat gluten free?  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! Gluten-free cornbread uses a few unexpected ingredients. […]

Clue: Cheese Sampling. Answer: What is the Mad River Taste Place

Cheese Sampling The team at the Mad River Taste Place prepare samples for visitors A visit to the Mad River Valley of Vermont wouldn’t be complete without a stop at the Mad River Taste Place for cheese sampling. Opened in the summer of 2017, visitors have discovered this new addition to the food scene in the […]

The Covered Bridge: Come Tour the Iconic Bridges of Vermont’s Past

A Vermont covered bridge Aways 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 romantic about these structures.  In Vermont, there are just over 100 authentic covered bridges giving the state the highest number of authentic covered […]

Scottish Oatcakes: An Age Old Tradition in Scottish homes

Stirring it up:   Scottish Oatcakes are made with oats but the result isn’t a traditional cake! This recipe can be mixed and baked in about 30 minutes. The result is a crisp and cracker-like Oatcake to be eaten with cheese, butter, jam or meat. Oatcakes are almost a Scottish icon like whisky, highland cows […]