Bed and Breakfast.com names "best undiscovered inns" for fall foliage viewing

- September 17, 2006

This photo, from Devonfield.com, shows a patio at the Devonfield Country Inn in Lee.

This fall, travelers will "hail" to the peep as inngoers take to the hills by day and scenic B&Bs by night. BedandBreakfast.com editors compiled this list of undiscovered treasures, offering romantic accommodations and sweeping views of foliage from each inn's porch or deck. The picks include the scenic Devonfield Country Inn in Lee.

Choices are listed alphabetically by state within regions. For more information on these inns and B&Bs, visit http://www.BedandBreakfast.com and click on Resources and Press Room.

WEST/PACIFIC NORTHWEST

RED ROOSTER INN, GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO: Breath-taking mountain views are complemented by this friendly B&Bs all-natural approach.

GOOD MEDICINE LODGE, WHITEFISH, MT: This Western-style cedar inn has gorgeous mountain views. Take a foliage hike in Glacier National Park and return for a hot tub soak.

MOUNTAIN HOME LODGE, LEAVENWORTH, WA: So secluded that this hideaway is only accessible by snowcat in winter, the cabins and rooms offer unparalleled Cascade Mountain vistas.

MIDWEST

LOOKOUT POINT LAKESIDE B&B, HOT SPRINGS, AR: Nestled in the Ouachita Mountains overlooking Lake Hamilton, this B&B offers relaxing fall foliage panoramas.

HERMANN HILL INN & VINEYARDS, HERMANN, MO: In the heart of Missouri wine country, enjoy vineyard and Missouri River landscapes from the inn or bluff- top cottages.

HILLSIDE INN, EPHRAIM, WI: Take in stunning views of Eagle Harbor and dramatic autumn sunsets from the porch of this Door County inn.

NEW ENGLAND/MID-ATLANTIC

MOUNTAIN VIEW INN, NORFOLK, CT: Framed by a brilliant sugar maple tree, this century-old Victorian inn sits on a hilltop, with vistas of the Litchfield Hills in all directions.

DEVONFIELD COUNTRY INN, LEE, MA: This 1800s country home is surrounded by multi-hued fall foliage with the tapestry of the Berkshires beyond.

VICTORIAN BY THE SEA, CAMDEN, ME: Take in dramatic foliage vistas and Penobscot Bay views from the wraparound porch.

AUNT LOUISE'S LAKE HOUSE B&B, SKANEATELES, NY: Relax on the porch overlooking colorful foliage and views of Skaneateles Lake.

ADAIR COUNTRY INN, BETHLEHEM, NH: Located on 200 wooded acres, explore gorgeous White Mountains foliage on private walking trails.

DARBY FIELD INN, CONWAY, NH: See breathtaking views of the Moat Mountain Range from the dining room and many guest rooms.

CLIFF PARK INN, MILFORD, PA: Set in the Delaware Water Gap National Park, this hilltop inn is surrounded by a golf course and miles of colorful trails.

FOUR COLUMNS INN, NEWFANE, VT: Tucked into the base of a mountain, brilliant foliage surrounds this inn and restaurant.

SOUTH

LODGE ON APPLE PIE RIDGE, ALTO, GA: Set amid massive oaks, this log mansion offers North Georgia mountain views that go on for days.

HAWKESDENE HOUSE, ANDREWS, NC: The inn's secluded vistas are ideal for those seeking the brilliant fall colors of the Smoky Mountains.

BERRY SPRINGS LODGE, SEVIERVILLE, TN: Take in spectacular views of the Smokies from this mountain hideaway; the attractions of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are nearby.

FOXFIELD INN, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA: Located in a colorful autumn country setting, spend the day wine-tasting or touring and return for a relaxing hot tub soak.

For more information on these B&Bs and more than 6,000 others, visit http://www.BedandBreakfast.com .