By Jan Cox
If you are interested in getting away from life’s hectic pace, finding a place where you can enjoy tranquility, good food, exercise and spa treatments, Chalet View Lodge is just the ticket.
We arrived for our overnight on a warm afternoon in late May and were excited to find this resort experience an “all service venue.” The owners, Carrie and Bob Hickman took turns showing us around the area. There are resort rooms, suites, rustic cabins and the Villa to choose from. We were delighted to have a two story room with a two plush, inviting beds–king downstairs and a double bed in the loft above.
Just beyond our room was an outdoor patio for eating, a swimming pool and Jacuzzi, and a 6 hole golf course. We took a walk to a trout pond where we could relax in a wooden rocker or throw in a hook to catch the trout that were hitting the surface. We also noticed horseshoe pits and a bocce ball court. Just beyond the golf course, Carrie told us, we would find trails for hours of hiking.
The Grille is open for indoor/outdoor dining with meals cooked by their full time Chef so no one will have to leave the premises to have a full and complete day. For coffee lovers, there is a Starbucks in the lobby. And for wine lovers, a wine and beer bar.
Bob also took us to the Spa and Fitness Center. Three masseuses work here; there is a steam room and a sauna, and one can get salon treatments or exercise in the fitness center. A large banquet/meeting room and a smaller breakout room are available. These rooms look perfect for group get-togethers, dancing and parties. Both a ramp and stairs lead to the upper floor where they are located.
Bob and Carrie are in their 6th season of ownership and continue to upgrade various parts of the resort to make it that special place that appeals to everyone. You will find this lodge at 72056 Highway 70, just a few miles past the Hwy 89 turn-off to Graeagle, heading toward Portola. Chateau View Lodge is also one of the places to stay in the Plumas Pines, Stay, Play and Dine packages. Prices vary by rooms from $99 to $315 and are less in the low season. For more information go to www.chaletviewlodge.com or call 1-800-510-VIEW, or 530-832-5528.
