Waggin' Weekend Getaways
Hip local lodgings for you and your pet
By Jason A. Heidemann
Taking a break after a 40-hour (or more like 60-hour) work week can be the perfect way to relax the soul and restore the spirit. For many of us, spending those hours with our pets only adds to the allure. Whether you choose to stay close to home or take a jog out into the country, these places will not only accept your pets, they’ll practically sit up and beg for you to bring them.
Cherry Valley Lodge
2299 Cherry Valley Rd, Newark, OH
(www.CherryValleyLodge.com
Rate: $359-$579/night with package
Pet Rate: None
Nestled in the countryside just outside of Columbus, this full-service resort and spa welcomes humans and their animal companions with arms wide open. Dogs and their people can “Paws and Relax” together with Cherry Valley’s dog-gone spa package, including an overnight stay followed by matching services for you and your pet. For example, while you enjoy a one-hour massage, Fido gets an oatmeal bath, nail trim, eyewash, ear cleaning, dog cologne, and hot-oil treatment. Afterward, you can enjoy cookies while he gets his own homemade treats. The package also includes private access to a pet walking area and 14 miles of extended trails for you and your friend.
Getaway Cabins
26366 Chapel Ridge Rd, S Bloomingville
(888) 587-0659
www.Getaway-Cabins.com
Rate: $109-$199 Pet Rate: $30 per pet
Keep your pets leashed when they arrive at the Getaway Cabins or they might be startled when Bear, the resident Black Lab/Newfoundland, rushes out to greet them. Likewise, you wouldn’t want to bother shop cat Misty during her daily nap. Otherwise, your canine and feline friends are welcome at this collection of country cabins tucked away in the heart of the popular Hocking Hills, a natural wonderland for people and dogs. No less than eight cottages are pet-friendly, including the Homestead, with its queen-sized bed, full kitchen, and hot tub, or Bearadise Cove, where you and the whole family can watch wild turkeys and native deer graze around you. Be mindful of a few restrictions: Call ahead or visit the website for details regarding the policies.
