The Great Wisconsin Cheese Hunt
When visiting Wisconsin, one of the main attractions, besides the beer, is definitely the cheese. And when you’re visiting Madison, here’s a day-trip route for The Great Wisconsin Cheese Hunt that will not only give you great insight into how cheese is uniquely made, but the scenic drive alone is relaxing and worth it. Fromagination […]
Lambs Lambs Lambs!
Spring is the best time of the year because it brings new life to the Inn and farm. This spring we have been blessed with several ewes that have given birth and triplets are all the rage! Since the ram was all black, we have a beautiful range of colors and patterns and seeing them […]
Meet Biscuit – our newest bottle fed lamb!
Biscuit meet world. World meet Biscuit – our newest addition and a bottle fed lamb! What an exciting day! We were headed out to pick up a pasture brush for the sheep. What’s that, you ask? You know – the brushes used by street sweepers? Well, when they are no longer useful for streets, farmers […]
Booking Direct on our Website $aves
Yes, it’s true. We know your time is precious – when you Google and are scrolling through places to stay you want to just click and book. But WAIT! If you like what you see but it’s telling you there are no rooms available, CHECK OUR WEBSITE AVAILABILITY CALENDAR first! It may mean we just don’t […]
BOOKING DIRECT & WHY IT’S IMPORTANT
What’s the big deal of booking direct and why is it important? Well, there’s a war going on between the OTA (online travel agency) industry and B&B owners nationwide. Unfortunately we are losing! We are pleading for you, loyal B&B fans, to BOOK DIRECT. When you are online, choose your booking engine […]
Garver’s Feed Mill – Pizza & MORE!
Looking for something new in Madison? Check out Garver’s Feed Mill off Atwood Avenue! We learned of it from guests who spent their wedding night with us – and were the very first wedding venue at the newly (and beautifully) renovated historic building. Garver’s Feed Mill has set out to be a foodie and wellness […]
Where to Go Snowshoeing in Madison WI
Have you ever wanted to try out the sport of snowshoeing and wondered where to go snowshoeing in Madison WI? We have some suggestions for you and now that we now have enough snow to make this possible, give it a try! Winter is here, and doesn’t it look beautiful? There are many that appreciate […]
Holiday Getaway through January 21 in Madison!
Enjoy a Holiday Getaway in Madison, WI The holidays can be so hectic trying to juggle work, kids, the house, and everything else that life throws at you. Want to go somewhere that’s filled with the spirit of Christmas so that you can get into the spirit too? A holiday getaway in Madison is just […]
Valentine’s Day at The Hen!
Thinking about Valentine’s Day yet? Why not surprise your special someone with a night at The Speckled Hen Inn to celebrate in style? We offer beautiful suites with fireplaces and jetted tubs for an unforgettable romantic evening. Add on a Romance Package or Enchanted Evening Package and we’ll have it waiting in your suite when you arrive. And since Valentine’s […]
Perfect Spots for Romantic Sunset Views in Madison
Sunset Viewing in Madison Lately, as I walk through the neighborhood on any given evening, there are several times I have to take in a deep breath and take in the aroma of a grill prepping for dinner. Finally, I put together the fixings for shish kabobs and grilled asparagus. I even happened to have […]