Pinehurst Inn offers packages that set the stage for adventure and our Pinehurst and Wolfsong Dog Sledding Adventure is the perfect example.

Wolfsong Dog Adventures in Mushing has operated out of Bayfield, WI since 1997. Over that time, John and Mary Thiel have built a class operation – the greatest dogs, fantastic guides, great knowledge of the area … and they’re good people. Thanks to the location by Lake Superior, our winters typically provide great snow from December through March. The trips vary in length but are consistent with great training, ability to actively participate or simply ride along.

The Pinehurst/Wolfsong Package offers the following:

• Two (2) nights lodging in available room of choice
• The Wolfsong Morning Adventure Dog Sledding Run for two (2) people
• All Pinehurst Inn amenities including sauna, common areas with fireplaces and more.

Weekend package rates range from $697 – $817 depending on room booked. Weekday package rates range from $612 – $732. Does not include sales tax and room tax on lodging.

Book online (exact pricing shows when room & package selected) or call 877-499-7651. We are happy to customize this to your needs as able.

Looking for a shorter adventure – check out the Wolfsong Afternoon Run. Call for pricing and more details.

Enjoy this feedback from our guests:

• “This was such a kick! The dogs were fantastic and the guide superb. We’re coming back again with our kids!”
• “I was nervous about being able to keep up with the dogs, but this was totally doable. I loved the dogs and it was so lovely on the trails.”

Just one more way to embrace winter while enjoying Pinehurst Inn and Bayfield.

The Apostle Islands have long been a mecca for boaters and sailers.  The island’s protected bays, public docks, pristine beaches, historic sites and natural beauty offer outstanding boating opportunities.

Whether you are a seasoned sailor or complete novice, you will feel at home. Take the time to learn from the USCG licensed captain or simply sit back and enjoy the ride. This year Dreamcatcher is  offering a premium Sea Caves Trip (July & August) from Cornucopia Harbor in addition to their Apostle Islands trip out of Bayfield.

Dreamcatcher is Travel Green Wisconsin certified and provides a true eco-tour on each trip. Whether viewing bird life or learning the ideosycracies of Lake Superior, you can sense their dedication to operating with respect for the enviroment.

The Pinehurst By Sea Sailing Package offers a great chance to experience Dreamcatcher. If the package doesn’t fit your schedule, let us know and we can customize for you.  We look forward to hearing your sailing stories!

Combine this with eco-elegant lodging at Pinehurst Inn, and life is good. We are pleased to partner with Apostle Highlands in offering the following package available Monday – Thursday:

• Two (2) or more nights lodging in available room of choice
• Full breakfast each morning
• Free rental of clubs if needed
• If you have clubs, $10 off green fee (18 holes)–walk, cart extra
• Two (2) drink chips
• $5 Enso Day Spa discount for each person

Package available Friday – Sunday (June – August) as tee times are available.

Pinehurst Inn lodging rates range from $119-$199 per night including full breakfast.

Offer is valid through the season. Must be requested at time of reservation. For more information or to book this package call 877-499-7651 or book online.

Pinehurst Inn loves this time of year in Bayfield, a community that celebrates spring. Bayfield in Bloom is just one way we recognize the arrival of spring and pending summer.

What does Bayfield in Bloom offer for our guests?

• Enjoy the opening of this month long promotion with live broadcast of WPR’s Larry Meiller’s “Garen Talk” show from the Bayfield Pavilion on Friday, May 13th from 11am – 12:30pm. While you’re there, enjoy the numerous vendors providing books, plants, information and education on all topics green.
• Explore Bayfield’s best gardens at the June 4th Garden Tours. Or take your own self-guided tour.
• Head up to Hauser’s Superior View Farm – this wonderful local farm has been growing field grown perennials for years. What a treat to head into their barn and be able to pick from freshly dug perennials. Plus there’s a amazing views!
• Bike or drive the Bayfield orchards bursting with Apple Blossoms.

For us at Pinehurst Inn, the gardens are clearly calling us. Yes, we too have daffodils beginning to bloom – but more than that. This property has over 100 years of “growing history”. For many years in the early 1900s the fields to the south were filled with strawberries. And even then, the perennials were being grown within the stone pathed garden. During our ownership we’ve expanded those perennials and they merge with the native gardens surrounding the Garden House. And as we’ve expanded these areas, we’ve added in numerous herbs, and other edibles that enhance our breakfasts. Then of course there is Steve’s ever expanding vegetable garden.

To add to the celebration, Pinehurst Inn is pleased to offer a wonderful Bayfield in Bloom midweek discount!

Whether you have a green thumb or just enjoy the beauty, join us for Bayfield in Bloom. Here’s the bayfield-in-bloom-schedule.

Each package is priced and booked separately.

Pinehurst Inn & Dreamcatcher Sailing Package

Enjoy a two night stay with all Pinehurst Inn amenities plus the Dreamcatcher Island Landing Excursion for two people (includes lunch). Throw in two $5 Enso vouchers and you’ve got a package! Check out our more detailed information.

Rates range from $528 – $688 (includes everything except room and sales tax). Call 877-499-7651 or book online.

Pinehurst Inn & Living Adventure Kayaking Package

This two night package offers lodging in combination with the Living Adventures full day Sea Caves Trip for 2 (includes lunch).  $5 discounts for each person are provide for Enso Day Spa. Our kayak package detail page provides more information.

Rates range from $433 – $585 (includes everything except room and sales tax for lodging). Call 877-499-7951 or book online. This package will end September 11, 2011.

Pinehurst Inn Biking Package with Bayfield Bike Route

This two night package provides great lodging along with bike rental for two with Bayfield Bike Route. We will happily provide a variety of options for route that fit your expertise. Also includes box lunches for two from Big Water Cafe.  Want more details? Check out our Bike Package page.

Rates range from $296-$456 depending on room booked. Call 877-499-7651 or book online.

Pinehurst Inn Golf Package with Apostle Highlands Golf Course

Stay two nights and enjoy a $10 discount on greens fees (18 holes) at Apostle Highlands Golf Course. Throw in two drink chips and life is good. Room rates vary from $119 – $199 per night.  More information…

Offer is valid through the season. Must be requested at time of reservation. For more information or to book this package call 877-499-7651 or book online.

Includes:

• 2 nights lodging in Pinehurst Garden HouseFull breakfast each morning
• Enso Gift Bag for each person
• $10 Bayfield Gift Voucher for each person
• Enjoyment of all Pinehurst Inn amenities
• Enso Day Spa Rejuvenation Packagefor each person
  • 60 minute customized massage
  • Foot treatment
  • Choice of facial or body treatment

Rates according to number of people:

• 2 people (1 room, double occupancy): Full package is $717 ($358.50 per person)
• 4 people (2 rooms, double occupancy):  Full package is $1402 ($350.55 per person)
• 6 people (3 rooms, double occupancy): Full package is $2055.60 ($342.60 per person)

Please call 877-499-7651 to book this package. This package cannot be booked online. Rates valid through May 25, 2012.

We were pleased a few days ago to get an email from a freelance travel writer, Jeanette Hurt, who shared an article on Third Coast Digest featuring both Wolfsong Adventures and Pinehurst Inn. Jeanette and her husband visited Bayfield and Pinehurst last winter.

This article provides a great overview of a day of dog sledding – getting to know the dogs, learning to harness, learning to drive your own team, and more. And to finish your day back at Pinehurst Inn with a whirlpool or sauna (or both!) – what more could you ask for!

So if you’ve considered the Pinehurst Inn Dog Sledding Package, this piece may just convince you to act!  We look forward to helping set the stage for a great winter adventure (along with just a bit of relaxation).

Remember that you can book online or call 877-499-7651.

While there may not be as many water activities to participate in at this time of year, there is still plenty to keep one occupied. There are still plenty of shops open, restaurants to dine at and of course trails to hike. Please contact us if you’d like more information on things to do at this time of year. Of course, we’d be remiss if we didn’t mention that we have some great specials running right now! If you stay with us during the midweek (Sun-Thur) you can get as much as 25% off your third night, or come in November and don’t miss out on the “Two for $222″ special.

Finally, this is a particularly nice time of year for baking! There’s nothing quite like the smell of fresh bakery warming you after a long cool hike. We have been sampling some newer recipes this year, and I think that this is one of our bigger successes:

Caramelized Apple Bread Pudding
Serves 8

Ingredients:
Apple filling:
4 Dudley apples, cubed (or any firm, tart baking apple)
1 stick butter (1/2 cup)
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 tsp cinnamon

Bread Pudding:
1 tsp nutmeg
1 loaf french bread (or any bread you prefer)
8 large eggs
1 cup half-n-half
2 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
dash salt

Topping:
about 1 cup rolled oats
about 1 cup pecans (or nuts of  your choice) chopped
left over liquids from apples

1. Slice and cube bread and place in 9×13″ baking dish (spray pan, or use parchment paper)
2. Melt butter in large frying pan, add brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg – add apples to mixture and saute for a couple of minutes – careful not to over cook the apples (keep them firm)
3. Using a slotted spoon spread the apples over the bread cubes. Reserve butter mixture.
4. In a large bowl mix the eggs, milks, sugar, extract, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt – whisk well and pour evenly over bread and apples. There should be enough liquid to almost cover the bread.
5. Cover with foil and let rest in the fridge overnight.
6. Take the reserved butter & brown sugar mixture and mix with rolled oats and pecans – you’re looking for a pretty “goopy” consistency here.
7. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
8. Before putting in the oven, spread the topping over the bread and apples, and bake for 45-60 minutes.
9. Let rest for 10 minutes or so before serving to let the custard set.

Serve & Enjoy!

One of our more popular fall dishes is our Apple Cheddar Muffins, and of course we use apples from one of Bayfield’s many orchards. These muffins go very well both with an omelet at breakfast or with chicken or pork as a side dish.

We encourage you to take advantage of this wonderful time of year in Bayfield by taking advantage of the different fall promotions happening both at Pinehurst Inn, but throughout Bayfield. We are happy to be participating in the Bayfield Fall Harvest Lodging package. If you book 3 nights (Sun.-Thursday), you will receive 25% off of your third night AND a $25 Bayfield Gift Certificate good at any Bayfield Chamber member business.

So, while you enjoy your Labor Day holiday this weekend, don’t forget to make your fall plans and be sure to include Bayfield and the Pinehurst Inn.

The “rejuvenation” component is certainly enhanced by Enso Wellness Center & Day Spa – we are thrilled to partner with this wonderful spa in offering our guests and area visitors the opportunity of  self-care, relaxation and rejuvenation.

Consider these benefits of massage:

- Increased circulation of blood and lymph systems improves the condition of the body’s largest organ – the skin.

- Relaxes and softens injured and overused muscles

- Reduces spasms and cramping, increases joint flexibility.

- Reduces recovery time, helps prepare for strenuous workouts and eliminates subsequent pains of the athlete at any level.

- Releases endorphins – the body’s natural painkiller – and is being
used in chronic illness, injury and recovery from surgery to control and
relieve pain.

- Reduces post-surgery adhesions and edema and can be used to reduce and realign scar tissue after healing has occurred.

- Improves range-of-motion and decreases discomfort for patients with low back pain.

- Assists with shorter labor for expectant mothers, as well as less
need for medication, less depression and anxiety, and shorter hospital
stays.

Plus, it is simply enjoyable and a great way to round out your stay. Be sure to check out the Pinehurst /Enso Packages as well.