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The Lodge at Blue Sky is a luxury getaway accommodation. It sits on an idyllic 3,500-acre ranch in the Wasatch Mountain Range. This lovely property is ideal for those who enjoy the great outdoors or need fresh country air away from the city. The rustic/remote style of The Lodge doesn't detract from the modern high-tech amenities within. Part of the Auberge Resorts Collection, this is luxury, Utah country style.

Location

A drive of 40 minutes from Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, takes guests to the tiny community of Wanship and the laid-back Western-style ranch. Most guests come to enjoy peaceful outdoor pursuits. However, Park City entertainment and shopping are less than half an hour away.

Moreover, the ranch sits in the glorious panoramic scenery. It is between the Uinta and Wasatch Mountain Ranges, divided by a shimmering spring-fed creek. A lush green summer landscape also offers winter ski slopes of white powder snow. The nearest airport is Salt Lake City International (SLC).

Style and Hospitality

The Lodge at Blue Sky, Auberge Resorts Collection, is where moose/elk and wild animals safely roam. In addition, the resort hosts falcons, and a watering creek lies below. The owners and creators of The Lodge have successfully endeavored to fit the accommodation to the landscape using natural, local, reclaimed, and sustainable materials.

Local limestone and cedar form the rooms, and grass matting covers roofs on the Earth Suites. Moreover, the water is purified and fed back down into the creek. On entry, check-in is smooth, and staff throughout the hotel give personalized, attentive service. Guests, however, may first be distracted by the spectacular views over mountains and canyons from the enormous picture window in the lobby.

Features

Lodge at Blue Sky has two outdoor heated swimming pools for hotel recreation. One is a beautiful infinity-edge family pool, and the other is 'adults only.' There is also a natural product spa, a restaurant with menus based on sustainable produce, a bar, and a fitness exercise room. Gracie's Farm is a 15-acre organic ranch farm that produces vegetables, herbs, and flowers. Much of the crop goes into the restaurant dishes and cocktail concoctions.

Furthermore, children are welcomed with activities organized and pets allowed (a single pet per room). Luxury cars are also bookable to tour the area. A helicopter is on-site for skiing, fishing, and yoga trips. It takes guests up to breathtaking mountain tops or other sites.

Additionally, wheelchair access is available in public areas. Some rooms are even mobility and hearing accessible.

Rooms

There are 46 guest rooms with accommodation divided into three types and locations. The Sky Lodge is the main building of the resort. This is where you'll find the spa, restaurant, and lounge. Moreover, Earth Suites are a few minutes walks. They are nestled into the side of a lush green hillside overlooking Alexander Canyon.

The Creek Houses are freestanding, one-bedroom cabins right on the creek banks. This is where guests can feel totally at one with nature.

Sky Lodge

There are 19 rooms and suites. They all feature high ceilings, expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, fine views, and terraces. Amenities include TV and Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and sound systems. These accommodations have easy access to the main resort features. Adapted rooms are also available.

Earth Suites

These have private terraces, outdoor fireplaces, and the same amenities as the other suites. In addition, there are 16 regular and six deluxe suites. All have connecting options ideal for families visiting.

Creek Houses

These are the ultimate getaway accommodations. They are along the creek where running water and the wind in the aspen trees are peaceful sound accompaniments each day. These 5 'adults only' freestanding cabins have high ceilings. They also have substantial floor-to-ceiling glass doors and indoor fireplaces.

Restaurant

Under the direction of award-winning Executive Chef Galen Zamarra, Yuta Restaurant serves inspired mountain menus. Moreover, the chef draws on the abundance of farm-fresh ranch and local produce. Chef Zamarra incorporates his respect for the land and many regional cultures' heritage and culinary traditions in his fine cuisine.

Many dishes are Western-style and prepared on a wood-burning grill. Moreover, these dishes are popular with Utah residents and global guests. Dining on the terrace also gives guests spectacular views and top-class dining.

Furthermore, the famed High West Distillery is a neighbor of this resort and offers tours and talks about the whisky-making processes. The Distillery also has a Refectory with delicious dinner and Sunday Brunch menus. After a tiring day, room service is also available.

Drinking

The Lodge at Blue Sky is a convivial meeting point to enjoy equine-named cocktails, High West whisky, and Utah craft beers. It also has a warm fireside in winter. Moreover, fantastic year-round views make this another popular place with locals and resort guests.

The Edge Spa at Blue Sky

Named for its location on the edge of Alexander Creek, this sublime spa offers wellness therapies to re-align the mind and body. FiveIn addition, treatment rooms offer luxury de-stressing treatments. Moreover, treatments use fine bath products gleaned from natural ingredients grown on the ranch farm.

Guests can also request in-room treatments. A relaxation pool overlooks the creek. There is also a Movements Room in the main building to coordinate mind and body wellness.

Outdoor Activities

The ranch's rescued Mustangs and other breed horses are loved and treasured. They are given first-class care but can be ridden by guests. Here, guests can learn natural horseback riding techniques, making it an exceptional pleasure for the horse and rider. The owner Barb Philipps founded the saving gracie equine healing foundation, a horse rescue sanctuary.

Additionally, hiking trails abound through pine and aspen-clad mountains. Professional guides are also available for safe treks. Mountain biking and rock climbing are other choices. Winter sports include other pursuits besides alpine heli-skiing, such as snowshoeing, and a Blue Sky Ski Lounge is for guest use.

Furthermore, other options are Heli-fly fishing in Alpine lakes, clay shooting, mountaintop meditation, and yoga. A Yurt is the meeting place and equipment store, and a tavern is there for refreshment.

Takeaway

There can be few places better conceived for benefitting from nature and de-stressing city life than this 3,500 acres resort. There are many outdoor activities but in an authentic Western relaxed style. For some guests, merely breathing the clear air and viewing the outstanding beauty of this Park City Mountain Resort is enough.