Long Beach Lodge Resort among the “Best of the Northwest”
"When you enter the resort's Great Room ... you feel like you're on the beach itself, with the expansive rim of over-sized windows, soaring ceiling, stone fireplace and elements of the Wild West Coast at every turn."
Long Beach Lodge Resort has been named “Best of the Northwest” by Seattle’s Sip Northwest Magazine in their annual awards edition. The November 2014 edition showcases the region's top travel spots, industry influencers, wine, beer, spirits, cider and more. Winners are crowned “2014 Best of the Northwest.”With a panel of knowledgeable judges reviewing submissions, Sip Northwest Magazine compiled their list of the 2014 Best of the Northwest travel destinations from Washington State, Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia. Long Beach Lodge Resort joined Fairmont Chateau Whistler and Four Seasons Vancouver as the top-three B.C. destinations for 2014.
Vancouver Island-based wine journalist, editor, judge, consultant, educator and certified sommelier and Sip Northwest contributor Treve Ring visited Long Beach Lodge Resort in 2014. Well-travelled, respected and a great enthusiast of wine, art and unique destinations, Treve shared her impressions of Long Beach Lodge Resort. Below is Treve’s story and why Long Beach Lodge Resort is indeed among the “Best of the Northwest”:
The Destination
Long Beach Lodge Resort, Tofino
The Draw
Long Beach Lodge Resort, Tofino This oceanfront resort's 41 lodge rooms are practically set right onto sandy, spectacular Cox Bay. The only place closer to the spray of the mighty Pacific or the gentle lulling sounds of the rainforest might be the 20 two-bedroom cottages, self contained with a fully-equipped kitchen, gas fireplace, soaker tub and approximately 1,000 square feet to lounge in. Wherever you lay your head, you can access the boutique resort's Surf Club Adventure Centre, exercise facilities and outdoor hot tub and sauna.
Deal Sealers
When you enter the resort's Great Room, you might have a feeling like you've been there before. lt could be that you've seen photos of the resort's heart and hub on the pages of Architectural Digest, but most likely it's because you feel like you're on the beach itself, with the expansive rim of over-sized windows, soaring ceiling, stone fireplace and elements of the Wild West Coast at every turn.
Executive Chef Ian Riddick has recently joined the culinary program, and reinforced the resort's commitment to local and sustainable producers and ingredients. Handmade chocolates, rich roasted coffee and heady microbrews are all crafted in town and the ingredients and dishes on the seasonal menu are foraged or sourced locally when not made in house. This summer, the resort opened the Sand Bar Bistro, the only beach side dining in Tofino.
With communal, al fresco seating for 40 guests the dining option welcomes beachcombers, surfers and sunset cocktailers with a menu of simple, seafood-centric small plates.
Wayfaring Wisdom
If you haven't surfed or tried stand up paddleboarding before, now's your chance - in one of the most otherworldly settings on earth. The resort's Surf Club Adventure Centre is a one-of-a-kind facility, open to anyone who is looking for professional, customized surf instruction or equipment rentals (over a well-made latte or while browsing the stocked retail store).
Long Beach Lodge Resort, Tofino
The Draw
Long Beach Lodge Resort, Tofino This oceanfront resort's 41 lodge rooms are practically set right onto sandy, spectacular Cox Bay. The only place closer to the spray of the mighty Pacific or the gentle lulling sounds of the rainforest might be the 20 two-bedroom cottages, self contained with a fully-equipped kitchen, gas fireplace, soaker tub and approximately 1,000 square feet to lounge in. Wherever you lay your head, you can access the boutique resort's Surf Club Adventure Centre, exercise facilities and outdoor hot tub and sauna.
Deal Sealers
When you enter the resort's Great Room, you might have a feeling like you've been there before. lt could be that you've seen photos of the resort's heart and hub on the pages of Architectural Digest, but most likely it's because you feel like you're on the beach itself, with the expansive rim of over-sized windows, soaring ceiling, stone fireplace and elements of the Wild West Coast at every turn.
Executive Chef Ian Riddick has recently joined the culinary program, and reinforced the resort's commitment to local and sustainable producers and ingredients. Handmade chocolates, rich roasted coffee and heady microbrews are all crafted in town and the ingredients and dishes on the seasonal menu are foraged or sourced locally when not made in house. This summer, the resort opened the Sand Bar Bistro, the only beach side dining in Tofino.
With communal, al fresco seating for 40 guests the dining option welcomes beachcombers, surfers and sunset cocktailers with a menu of simple, seafood-centric small plates.
Wayfaring Wisdom
If you haven't surfed or tried stand up paddleboarding before, now's your chance - in one of the most otherworldly settings on earth. The resort's Surf Club Adventure Centre is a one-of-a-kind facility, open to anyone who is looking for professional, customized surf instruction or equipment rentals (over a well-made latte or while browsing the stocked retail store).
