One of the special pleasures of the Champlain Valley—a feature many from outside the region don’t know about—is its lovely spread of wineries taking advantage of the lake’s unique microclimates. And with a happy perch at our Lake Champlain resort, you’re magnificently poised to explore the area’s dynamic winemaking traditions! Among the many concierge-curated “field-trip”-style activities we…
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Lodging for North of the Basin Wine Tour
Tuesday, May 1st, 2018
Happy New Year from Vergennes, VT!
Monday, January 1st, 2018
Here’s a great, big Happy New Year from all of us here at Basin Harbor! It’s 2018—and is it just us, or does that still somehow sound a bit on the futuristic side? Anyhow, we’re incredibly excited for the New Year, and for the opportunity, once again, to pamper both returning and brand-new guests here at our…
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12 Days of Cookies #11 Almond Cookies
Wednesday, December 20th, 2017
Yummy buttery almond cookies with sliced almonds on top for a satisfying crunch. Cookies: 1 cup butter 3/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon almond extract 2 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt sliced almonds Glaze: 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon almond extract 3 teaspoons water Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a…
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BH Gift Guide Day 11: Vermont Coffee Co.
Monday, December 11th, 2017
We like to serve what we love…and we love Vermont Coffee Company DARK: Their signature coffee is a big, rich, darkly complex blend that is roasted longer and more slowly to bring out the chocolaty, caramel flavors. Available in whole bean only….enjoy the aroma and flavor of this Vermont coffee. BUY IT HERE
Thankful Recipes To Share
Monday, November 20th, 2017
Pennie’s Apple Compote 1 dozen MacIntosh apples 2/3 cup brown sugar 2/3 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup currants 1 cinnamon stick 1 inch piece of fresh ginger, minced 4 cloves Grated zest of 1 lemon 2 tblsp. unsalted butter 1/2 cup Grand Marnier liqueur Peel, core and cut the apples into chunks. Put apples into…
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Friday, July 11th, 2014
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Friday, July 11th, 2014
Berries & Bluegrass Festival Feature: Red Hot Juba
Monday, June 17th, 2013
On July 6th, we will be hosting the first music festival of a season series here at Basin Harbor Club called Berries & Bluegrass. With seven hours of music, food and fun we’re spending the coming weeks introducing you to some of the musicians that will be playing for us at the festival. The festival…
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Week 21: A Spring Update
Tuesday, May 28th, 2013
It has been a busy month! We’ve enjoyed beautiful weather (until this past weekend), already had a few fun events and have been able to welcome new and returning guests for our 127th season! We began the month with putting the finishing touches on the newly renovated Ranger Room. This is such a beautiful space!…
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Dreaming of Dogs
Sunday, March 31st, 2013
We are dreaming about dogs! This year’s Festival of Fidos is Woofstock. Woofstock is an annual event aimed to raise funds and awareness for Addison County’s Homeward Bound Animal Welfare Center. The day will be filled with fun for canines and humans. There will be activities and demonstrations all day including: costume parade, 5k Run…
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