Seek the Unique                                                      July 2014
Photo: Wilson Schoolhouse Inn, La Crosse.
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While it's true many B&Bs are ideally suited for grown-ups, there are some Wisconsin B&Bs that do an incredible job of hosting families. So don't rule out a B&B for your next family vacation. There, another B&B myth busted!

Photo: Wellspring B&B, West Bend.

On the Farm    Farm
Photos: Rainbow Ridge Farms, Onalaska
What kid doesn't like the idea of a farm field trip? Consider staying at: September Farms B&B in La Valle where you can hop on the 400 State Bike Trail from the driveway; Sunnyfield Farm B&B in Camp Douglas which is Amish country; Wellspring B&B in West Bend which describes itself as an agritourism destination where you can participate in gardening and take home fresh produce; Grapevine Log Cabins in Sparta where you can stroll the farm and check out the animals; and Rainbow Ridge Farms in Onalaska where you're invited to collect eggs on this working hobby farm. The Lawson House in Hales Corners is a historic farm homestead built in the 1850s with original farmhouse, milk house and summer kitchen still on the grounds.
In a Schoolhouse or a Parsonage  Parsonage
Photo: Craig Wrobel of the Parsonage B&B,
McFarland as he serves delicious waffles to guests.
Tell the kids they're going to a schoolhouse for summer vacation and wait to see the look on their faces. The Wilson Schoolhouse Inn in La Crosse in on the National Historic Registry, so it should be a getaway of historic proportion for all of you. Or how about a parsonage? The Parsonage B&B in McFarland was built for a pastor of a local church back in 1900. Today its relaxed atmosphere, open spaces and good food are a hit with families. And people just naturally seem to be on their best behavior there.
For Family Events Family
Photo: Willow Pond B,B & Events, Weyauwega.




Anyone reading this in charge of the next family reunion? Here's an idea: Rent the entire At the Lake House B&B in Lake Geneva. Each of the en suite guest rooms has its own lakeside patio or deck...hello, alone time anyone? Tip: Bring your boat and fishing poles. At Willow Pond B, B & Events, in Weyauwega they have a large barn for weddings and receptions. Same thing at Justin Trails B&B Resort in Sparta.  The Fringe, a Country Inn in Sheboygan Falls is an especially nice spot for small family gatherings. Oh, and Bay Point Inn in Door County, patterned after a European vacation villa, offers a Babymoon package for the soon-to-be family.
Near the Waterparks  Waterparks
Photo: View from the balcony at
Mecan River House, Coloma.



Go for the waterpark fun in nearby Wisconsin Dells by day, then retreat to Mecan River House in nearby Coloma and grill out in the evening. Ask for the upstairs bedrooms which share a loft and mini kitchen along with a balcony overlooking the river. By the way, there's tubing on the river too, so you might call it the original lazy river attraction.
The Kids Will Love Nutella-Stuffed French Toast  Nutella
Innkeeper Donna Hofmann of Parkview B&B in Reedsburg says young guests are the next generation of B&B guests, so she loves welcoming families to her inn. Two rooms accommodate a third person, there's a city park across the street, and there are two fish ponds right on property. Donna even prepares kid-friendly menus. Here's her recipe for Nutella-Stuffed French Toast.
Photo: Not Nutella-Stuffed French Toast, but a scrumptious breakfast just the same at
Parkview B&B
, Reedsburg.

10  slices day-old Challah or French bread
5-6 Tbsp. chocolate hazelnut spread, such as Nutella
5  large eggs
2  cups cream or whole milk
1  tsp. vanilla extract
� tsp. salt
3-4  Tbsp. butter

Preparation:
1. Preheat an electric griddle to 350�F or heat a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Spread Nutella over five of the bread slices. Top with remaining bread slices to make five sandwiches. Place the sandwiches in a 9 x 13 baking dish.

3. Whisk together eggs, cream, vanilla and salt. Pour over the sandwiches. Using tongs or your fingers, turn to make sure sandwiches soak up egg mixture.

4. Add butter to skillet.

5. Place French toast sandwiches in skillet. Cook 2-4 minutes until golden brown. Turn and cook another 2-4 minutes until golden on the other side. Cover for the last minute of cooking, so the Nutella melts completely.

Serve immediately with syrup or powdered sugar.

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Thanks for reading the July issue of Seek the Unique! 
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Kris Ullmer
WBBA Administrator
Phone: 715-539-9222
Email: [email protected]