Westby is a picturesque ridge-top town that clings tightly to its Norwegian roots.  If you can say “Uff-da” you’ll fit in just fine.  With the Westby House Inn situated in the heart of the town, this community is set in northern Vernon County among the hills and valleys of the state’s Driftless Area.

   Westby is a great base for on-road tours in any direction.  One direction is the  Westby Amish Tour which will take you by many Amish farms and homesteads selling their wares and produce.  It  is a 30 mile loop that starts and ends at the Stabbur, the town’s Tourism Information Center.    At the Stabbur, take Black River Ave North to CTY Rd. P. go right on CTY
P for about 4.3 miles. At Knapp Valley Road take a let and follow till
the T intersection CTY D turn right. (CTY D will switch to CTY P on the
route). Follow to the intersection of CTY P and CTY S. Take CTY S left
through the village of Bloomingdale and then into the village of
Avalanche. At the intersection of CTY Y, take a right to go 2.3 miles to
a right turn on Smith Rd. At the top of the hill to take a right on
Coon Prairie Rd, which will lead you back to the Stabbur.

The entire route is on public roadways open to shared bicycle/motor vehicle use and Amish buggies. A refreshing stop once back in Westby is Ole & Lena’s Kaffe  Hus for ice cream, pie, coffee or a quick snack.

Westby House in holiday trim

Instead of the same old, same old, give the unique.  Gift certificates from the Wisconsin B&B Association may be used at any of the 200 one-of-a-kind inns.  The Westby House Bed & Breakfast, a unique retreat in itself,  is one of those 200 offering the right levels of history, comfort and hospitality. Certificates can be ordered online at www.WisconsinBandB.com or order a  Westby House certificate on the Westby House web site under the check availability/book online tab.  Ceritficates  are in $100, $150, and $200 denominations. You’re Unique, Give Unique!

Edible Antics – Having Fun with Food in Wisconsin (http://food-fun.wisconsinfood.com) Publisher Cristie Hurd got creative with the Pumpkin Walnut Crisp recipe from the Westby House Victorian Inn by substituting old hubbard squash for the pumpkin. The results were a sweet cinnamon and nutty flavor and healthy with the oats crisp topping.  This recipe is also featured in the just released Wisconsin Bed & Breakfast

Just Released B&B Cookbook

Association Cookbook  which can be purchased through the Associations web site or by calling the Westby House at 608-634-4112.  A bonus in the  cookbook are recipes from the associations annual cook-off,  in which the Westby House placed third. All cook-off entries had to include cranberries and the Waffles with  Cranberry Topping and Cinnamon  Cream Syrup is a wonderful winter breakfast delight. The cookbook is the perfect gift-giving idea for the friend or family member that loves being in the kitchen.  Cost – $21.95

Hills and curves add to the beauty of Fall in Westby Area. Photo taken by Karen Solverson

Fall Colors and Biking Elroy Sparta Trail near La Crosse Wisconsin B&B

The Fall Color Report from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism shows the Southwest Region to see  color starting third week in Spetember.  Plan your trip now and stay at the Westby House B&B in Westby. The B&B is located between the ridges of the Mississippi River and the Kickapoo River.  Wonderful back roads to see lots vibrate color.  The B&B  is only 23 minutes to the trail head in Sparta. Great Fall Getaway!

Fall may be the most beautiful time of the year to come discover the unblemished, unencumbered and unforgettable  Driftless Area of Southwest Wisconsin with a overnight stay right in Westby.  The Westby House Bed & Breakfast is the perfect retreat after your day of being inspired by nature. The areas celebrated rivers, rugged hills, scenic landscapes and tranquil back roads give you an opportunity to be in the moment of renew, recreate and rest.  So get started on your plans to come visit!

Westby House b&b near Viroqua and La Crosse