Last Minute Specials – February 7-10

We’ve already had our fair share of snow here on the east coast. Fortunately for us that also brings with it a unique beauty for all to appreciate. The photo here is one I took as the dogs and I were out walking early one morning through Hammonassett State Park.

Looking for a last minute getaway this weekend? All of our remaining rooms for this weekend are discounted to just $110 per night. The Scranton Seahorse Inn is conveniently located in the center of Madison on the Connecticut shoreline which makes it a great place to sneak away to for a night or two. So, whether you’re in need of a place where you can put your feet up and relax in front of a fire, or a quiet retreat where you and your best friend can play a game, build a puzzle, or hide in your room with a bottle of wine and a movie, or if you’re looking to do some coastal exploring, we are here to help and have everything you need.

Call us today at 203.245.0550 to book your getaway at the Scranton Seahorse Inn. A full breakfast is always is included.

Quinoa Porridge Recipe

I think quinoa should get the most versatile food award for 2014. I giggle to myself as I read other foodie blogs when they have discovered how great quinoa is in sweet recipes because I’m on the other end of the spectrum as I begin to discover great new ways to use quinoa in savory recipes. I’ve been using quinoa in my signature granola, cookies, and pancake recipes for quite some time. And this time of year my quinoa breakfast porridge is very popular. It’s healthy, it’s gluten free and it’s vegan so what’s not to love? If you haven’t found a place for quinoa in your diet yet this porridge recipe is an easy and delicious way to start

For each serving:

1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 1/2 cup almond milk (see my recipe for easy homemade almond milk)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 dash cinnamon (or cardamon)
1/4 cup fresh seasonal fruit like chopped apples, pears or your favorite berry. Raisins work too!
1 handful of your favorite nut – almonds, peacans, or walnuts – toasted and coarsley chopped

Bring the quinoa, almond milk, vanilla, cinnamon to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer, covered until tender, about 15 minutes.
Mix in the fruit and top with toasted nuts.

Eating Healthy in 2014 at the Scranton Seahorse Inn

I came across this article on Cooking Light and I thought I’d share it with you.I I always read between the lines and what I see it telling you is that staying here at the Scranton Seahorse Inn is good for your health. And better yet, if your new year’s resolution is to eat healthy then you better make a reservation quickly! Seriously none of this is new information but we do have to be periodically reminded that breakfast is important.

Start your day with fresh smoothies and fruit juices

I have been working on new recipes and ideas to make breakfast here at the inn healthier and well balanced and I think you’ll be pleased with what I’ve come up with. This winter you can look forward to fruit smoothies, fresh squeezed vegetable juices like carrot and ginger or kale and apple. We have some great high energy hot whole grain cereals including steel cut oats & quinoa with my house made almond milk and dates. There are egg white omelets packed with fresh veggies and a new variety of waffles and pancakes made with healthier grains including whole wheat & buckwheat. We will continue to offer the best lean protein which we get delivered weekly from our favorite Connecticut farm Nodine’s Smokehouse – because every good day has to start with bacon or sausage.

We look forward to seeing you at the inn soon and to supporting your new healthier eating.

Oh no! Not the End of Summer Already…

Is September really here already?!

We refuse to let summer fade away so quickly. There’s still plenty of summer fun, sunshine, lobster and beer to be had. We’re going to help you extend your summer holiday by offering some decreased room rates. Join us any day labor day week and take advantage of our End of Summer Sale. The Long Island Mist and The Sunlight Serenade are just $110 all week. Of course we promise to serve up a delicious breakfast using fresh and local produce each day you’re here. Check availability and book on line to take advantage of this special offer.

Sorry, this offer cannot be combined with other discounts, bed and breakfast gift cards or existing reservations.

Great Weather We’re Having…..

I think it calls for a sick day….cough, cough. And we’re here to help you recuperate! All available rooms on Sunday August 11th are just $110.00. Grab your aspirin, and your sunglasses and head to the beach. We’ve got beach chairs, beach towels and beach passes if need them. Call us today at 203.245.0550 to book your room Just don’t forget to call your boss too.

Our relaxing porch overlooking the gardens

Sorry this offer does not apply to existing reservations.

Last Minute Special in Madison Connecticut!

Wow! We have had terrific weather here in Madison for the 4th of July celebrations and the weather forecast promises more hot & sunny days ahead. We’re going to try to tempt you to extend your vacation by a day or two by offering all available rooms July 6th – July 11th at 20% off the regular rate. We can offer even more savings with our beach passes with are yours to use while you are here an provide access to Madison Town beaches. Pack light since we also have beach chairs and beach towels available for your use during your stay at the Scranton Seahorse Inn. Celebrate summer by staying at the best bed and breakfast on the Connecticut Shoreline!

A view from the town beach in Madison

Enjoying a delicious hot breakfast each morning in our dining room or outside in the warm summer sunshine.

Call the inn to reserve your room now and take advantage of this last minute summer special!

Offer not valid with other discounts or existing reservations.

In O’Scents of Madison

We often brag about the company we keep here at our location in Madison, Connecticut. Being surrounded by so many great people and great businesses here on the Connecicut Shoreline make work feel like anything but work.

We are especially pleased today to go on and on about our business relationship with fellow Madison Chamber Member and good friend Dyan Salemi. Dyan is founder and owner of In O’Scents of Madison which specializes in bath products that are handmade with the finest ingredients she can get her hands on. From soaps and bath salts to scented sachets and custom gift baskets In O’Scents of Madison delivers products you cannot find anywhere. Nowhere else will you find specialty products like these that include the attention and love that goes into each and every product Dyan makes right out of her own home. Like a true Bostonian Dyan has the gift of gab and when she stops by the inn to make a special delivery for me or a guest she’ll take the time to entertain us with stories of her past like her Italian grandmother’s advice for spraying your pillow case with linen water scented with pure lavender or the benefits of the pure shea butter she uses in her soaps. Her generosity to her friends, customers and our community rightly earned her the Madison Chamber’s New Member of the Year award in 2012.

We are proud to say that the Scranton Seahorse Inn provides all of our guests with handmade soaps by In O’Scents of Madison and we even have our very own signature scent. Both my new and regular guests love the seashell shaped soap so much that some are buying it from me.

Look around Dyan’s website at In O’Scents of Madison and give her a call when you see something you like. Remember, she’ll customize a gift basket, a party favor and even help create your own signature scent.

Once again, it’s great to be In Good Company!

Spring Time has Arrived! Celebrate with $100 rooms this weekend.

When the daffodils are at full attention, when the rhubarb is showing it’s leafy green stalks and when every morning we are greeted to the songs of the many many birds in the yard we know that spring has arrived. That’s exactly what’s happening here at the Scranton Seahorse Inn in Madison on the Connecticut shorline. After a tough winter spring is such a welcome event this year that we are celebrating with $100 rooms throughout this beautiful weekend in April.

Reconnect with your partner by taking some long walks along the beaches at Hammonassett or on the trails at Bauer Park or Chatfield Hollow. There’s also an early morning birdwalk led by Jerry from the Audubon Shop here in Madison (we’ll feed you early if you choose to go). Whatever it is you decide to do just come out of hibernation and celebrate spring – Scranton Seahorse style. Call 203.245.0550 or book online at scrantonseahorseinn.com

Kale Smoothie

Breakfast is our favorite time of day. We make it our duty to serve things like pastries, pancakes and bacon. However, we do offer healthy choices at breakfast for our guests that want to enjoy something delicous at breakfast but don’t want to over do it. One of our most requested offerings is our Kale Smoothie. The recipe below is how I make it most days but keep in mind smoothie recipes have ingredients that are easy to swap with others. Feel free to use what ever your happen to have on hand.

Scranton Seahorse Kale Smoothie

2 handfuls of fresh kale washed and chopped.
1/2 chopped fresh chopped carrots
1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
1 cup fresh pineapple
1 pelled chopped apple
1 cup unsweetened unflavored almond milk
1 cup ice

The strawberries and pineapple should be frozen for at least an hour. What I do is package 1 cup of each the strawberries and pineapple in zip lock bags and when I’m ready to make a smoothie I’ve got them already chopped measured and frozen.

Combine all ingredients in a blender or smoothie machine and blend until smooth. Depending on your preference add more ice (or almond milk) to thin out the smoothie. I personally don’t like mine thick like a milk shake. You can keep the extra in a covered pitcher in the refrigerator for a couple days.

What’s your favorite smoothie recipe?

Ladies Night in Madison

As if you needed another great reason to come to Madison! Enjoy the comany of good friends, good wine and good bargains! Click the picture to the left for details.

Be sure to stop in here at the Scranton Seahorse Inn for some spiked mulled cider and to purchase your gift certificates at 25% off .

There will a pop up boutique in the great room of the Scranton Seahorse inn featuring hand made soaps, bath salts and custom gift baskets from In O’Scents of Madison.

Stay the night (or two!) in one of our beautiful guest rooms after a fun night for just $99.