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42 BRAVA MAGAZINE | MAY 2014 /// DESTINATION LODGINGS /// > Steal away to Canoe Bay, a romantic retreat tucked into the beautiful woods of northwestern Wisconsin. Located on 300 acres of wilderness with three private spring-fed lakes, this luxury couples- only resort is nestled near the small town of Chetek. ŀEˬESTHETICISCONTEMPORˬRY1RˬIRIE with angles wrapped in wood, soaring ceilings and warm golden light. Twenty- ǠVELODGINGUNITSINCLUDEROOMSˬNDCOT- TˬGESEˬCHWITHˬǠREPLˬCEˬNDPRIVˬTE deck. Nearly every room has a whirlpool tub for two, but if pampering is really your thing, take note: Some cottages in- clude double showers, saunas and steam showers. While there are opportunities for outdoor fun, you may decide to stay in. Get lost in a book borrowed from the on-site library or just enjoy a movie in your room. Even an uninterrupted con- versation with your partner is possible here. If you do venture outside, hike the miles of trails, paddle a canoe or kayak, or simply sit on your deck and drink in the view (and perhaps a glass of wine). Amble through the gardens that supply Canoe Bay's restaurant—food doesn't get much more local than this. And while it's POSSIBLETOHIRENEˬRBYǠSHINGGUIDESˬND horse-drawn carriages for off-site expe- ditions, once you've checked in, you may not want to leave. ŀERESTˬURˬNTOFFERSˬNEWPRIXǠXE menu nightly showcasing seasonal local INGREDIENTSŀEDININGROOMHˬSLOVELY lake views, but curious diners can reserve lone tables in either the kitchen or wine cellar. A continental breakfast and lunch can be delivered to your room. ŀOUGHˬSPECIˬLOCCˬSIONMˬYPROMPT YOURǠRSTVISITTO$ˬNOE#ˬYˬFTERWˬRD you may decide that just the chance to unwind is special enough.CˬNOEBˬYCOM q,RISTIŀOM EAT Enroute to Canoe Bay, grab a slice of scratch-made pie at Norske Nook in Osseo. SLEEP Stay one night or several, and add on a special resort package. DO Bike around Prairie Lake, rent a canoe or see a water ski show. chetek.net. FARM STAY/NEW GLARUS Lucky Dog Farm Stay, a renovated historic farmhouse, dates back to 1865 and sits on a diverse working farm of goats, pigs, chick- ens and gardens (which one day will supply meals). Spend a night relaxing in claw foot tubs next to wood stoves, wake to a warm breakfast, enjoy an on-site Down Dog Yoga class and leave recharged. luckydogfarmstay.com. –L.J. FAMILY FRIENDLY/SPARTA Step out of fast-paced reality and onto 200 acres of forest, farm, conservation ponds and hiking trails with wildlife and animals galore at Justin Trails Resort. Situated in the unglaciated Driftless Area, this family and pet-friendly green resort features various suites, cabins and tent-camping spots, a Healthy Touch Massage, fully equipped day lodge, disc golfing and adventure right outside your door (or tent flap). justintrails.com. –L.J. ECO-FRIENDLY/ DARLINGTON Mark your stay without making a mark at all at Inn Serendipity, a climate-neutral B&B perched on a farm that's powered by 100 percent renewable energy. Stay in the jazzy Music Room or the cozy Writing Room (and add to its ongoing journal), wake to an organic, vegetarian farm- garden breakfast and learn from the own- ers how to make your own home more eco-conscious. innserendipity.com. –L.J. SLEEP IN HEAVENLY PEACE Canoe Bay, Chetek