learning about all of the renovations that had taken place over the years .” The Allen Suite features a king-sized bed , a gas-fired stove , and a comfortable sofa . Its bathroom is outfitted with a vintage marble vanity and a jacuzzi .
The Bluebonnet Room is inspired by the years that the MacLarens spent near Dallas , Texas , and it is named after the official flower of the Lone Star State . The dazzling aesthetic of the room is enhanced by fetching blue bedding and pillows , as well as floral wall art that was hand-painted by one of the West Hill House B & B ’ s former owners , Dotty Kyle . The room is ideally-suited for single travelers , or couples who choose to visit the West Hill House B & B for a short stay . A queen-sized bed , gas fireplace , and ensuite bathroom provide a restful reprieve after a long day of lively exploration .
From the foyer of West Hill House B & B , a spiral staircase leads to the private entrance of the Highland Room . The room is adorned with traditional Scottish decorative accents , including bagpipes and Tartan-patterned blankets . Hand-hewn rafters and exposed barn-board walls lend an air of countrified ease and comfort to the room , which also features a gas-fired stove and bathroom with a shimmering brass sink and jetted tub with a built-in shower .
Above the dining room , the ski-themed Mountain Room is bedecked with ski memorabilia from Vermont , as well as graphic prints of the MacLarens ’ adopted Canadian homeland . A king-sized bed , gas-fired stove and comfortable couch sit underneath a sloped ceiling with exposed wooden beams , and the ensuite bathroom is outfitted with both a jacuzzi and a shower .
Named after the former owners who first opened the West Hill House B & B to the public in the 1970s , the Stetson Suite is vibrant and alluring . A colorful purple couch is harmoniously complemented by
a queen-sized bed , which is surrounded by dark-toned wooden nightstands and dressers . Additional features include a gas-fired stove and an ensuite bathroom with a two-person shower and jetted tub . The main house building of the West Hill House B & B also has many pleasant and welcoming common areas , including a communal dining room , a living room with a warm fireplace and comfortable chairs and couches , and a library room with a pool table and wood stove . Delicious home-cooked breakfasts prepared by Susan MacLaren are served in the dining room every morning , and the living room features a bar area with a curated collection of Vermont craft beers ( such as Lawson ’ s Finest Liquids and Long Trail Brewing Company ) and single-malt Scotches . A delightful flower garden - featuring 2 gazebos - surrounds the house , and the celebrated Catamount Nordic Ski Trail runs directly through the property . Snowshoes are available for guests to borrow throughout the winter . During the ski season , a complimentary shuttle brings
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