August/September 2016 67 PLUMPJACK SQUAW VALLEY INN Why consign your dog to the indecencies of caged shelter at a kennel so you can go off on your own for a vacation? Instead, why not bring the Bernese Mountain dog or Lab with you? No guilt over your suffering canine, and a happy tail-wagger for company. It’s easy at PlumpJack, a retreat that gives the term, “It’s a dog’s life,” new meaning. This exceptional hotel pampers pooches as much as it does humans. The $150 pet service includes a bed, treats, bowls, plastic mitts for picking up you-know-what, and an I am a guest at the PlumpJack doggie ID tag. Pet owners gush over the attention to detail including the all-important list of dog walkers, groomers, on-call vets and pet-friendly trails. You can exercise your four-legged friend on the premises and dine together on the upper pool patio or specific dog-friendly tables indoors. “We started this pet program five years ago because so many people just kept asking us if we were dog friendly,” says general manager Steve Lamb. “And so we figured, if we are doing to do it, let’s do it right. Most of the time the dogs are well behaved, and so are the owners. It’s ultimately a lot fun for everyone.” PlumpJack’s kickback-casual design style extends to both its 56 rooms and its eight suites—one being the family suite at 450 square feet where up to six can camp out in a two-bedroom unit. For a couple who loves to entertain, the 700-square-foot penthouse offers a sprawling living room, wet bar, dining area, and full entertainment system. Executive chef Jack Connell welds a skillful skillet at the Plump- Jack Café, making it one of the venerable premier dining destinations in North Lake Tahoe. Connell elevates traditional American fare to superior cuisine. Roasted king salmon, as one example, emerges triumphantly surrounded by baby beets smoked in-house. The Resort at Squaw Creek is a paradise of outdoor activities including golf, swimming, and tennis
South Bay Accent - AugSep 2016
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