Murphin Ridge Inn is a Beautiful Country InnNestled in the Appalachian FoothillsBy Phyllis and Arvin SteinbergNestled on the edge of the Appalachian foothills, in Adams County, Ohio, a one hour and 15 minute drive from Cincinnati, is one of the most charming Bed and Breakfasts that we have ever visited. First, lets be honest. We are not Bed and Breakfast people. We like fancy hotels with lots of service. We’ve stayed at Bed and Breakfasts on occasion and felt crowded and uncomfortable. But our stay at Murphin’s Ridge Inn has changed our opinion of the Bed and Breakfast experience.
It was at Murphin’s Inn that we explored wooded trails with a picnic lunch prepared by the inn’s chef. We also enjoyed a game of tennis on the inn’s courts and took a swim in the pool. We also visited the Amish community with it’s wonderful bakery and smelled the aroma of freshly baked pies which we purchased and took back to our inn. When the sun when down, we had dinner into the 1820’s farm Farm House where an outstanding chef prepared fresh, regional cuisine. After dinner, we strolled back to the Guest House to read and chat with other guests in the Great Room. We stayed in the new Woodland cabins on the edge of the woods. We could hear the birds chirping and the crickets. It was like being in another era, away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
In the morning Inn Keepers, Darryl and Sherry McKenney, joined us for breakfast. Sherry’s Stuffed French Toast was so good I asked her for the recipe that she kindly gave me.
Rates at the inn include breakfast. All rooms and cabins are non-smoking. Check in time is 3 p.m. an check-out time is 11a.m. No pets are allowed
Cabins range in price from $130 to $175. Stuffed French Toast Breakfast fare- Easy to prepare White Bread sliced three-fourths inch thick and then sliced three-fourths way down to make a pocket in each slice (12 slices). 8 ounces cream cheese whipped1 /3 cup sugar Whip together cream cheese, sugar and fruit or jam. Fill each slice of bread with 2 T filling. Soak: 5 eggs beaten with one-third cup of cream or milk 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon almond extract this depends on fruit Quickly soak bread in soak mixture and fry on hot griddle till golden Serve with pure maple syrup or fruit syrup made from berries and maple syrup, or jam or marmalade added to maple syrup. We add slices of fresh fruit to garnish. Serves 6. For more information contact: Murphin Ridge Inn, 750 Murphin Ridge Road, West Union, Ohio 45693 For reservations, call 1-877-687-7446 toll free You can reach Arvin and Phyllis Steinberg at: PhyllisSteinberg@cs.com by Arvin Steinberg |
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This extraordinary inn is surrounded by 140 acres of beautiful country, not far from the Amish community in the area. No matter what the season, the Inn is awash with color. It offers a cozy stopping place in beautiful, natural surroundings.
The cabin had a three-sided fireplace, wet bar and mini-fridge. There was also a two-person whirlpool and showers. We felt like we were on a honeymoon at this lovely cabin in the woods.
The furnishings were also elegant, furnished with Shaker reproduction beds, wood pegs and all.
The quiet and natural surroundings at Murphin Ridge make it a perfect spot for small group meetings and retreats, according to Inn Keepers, Darryl and Sherry, who said many groups meet there throughout the year. 
Below is the wonderful recipe for Stuffed French Toast. It’s the next best thing to being at Murphin’s Inn.