www.freestoneinn.com - it meets all of your criteria. You will not be disappointed and there are other options for good dining within a 20 minute drive. Fly in to Seattle and drive (about 3 1/2 hours) one of the most scenic highways (North Cascades) in the world to the lodge.

"You know you are getting old when you see your father in the mirror." anon.

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I'm not sure were in the country you are and i'm going to assume that you are both fit people.....how about a couple days hiking in Glacier National Park, there's some fine places to stay, good food....you can day trip [which we did] and come back for some romance etc....or you can hike the trails for a couple days, camp etc....

And i'm sure there's many other places like this, just pick up a map or go online for national parks....

I think my wife is looking for something a bit more cushy...although I would be all over doing a backpacking trip.

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Tons of places that meet that criteria here. Check out this place in Aspen

http://www.stregisaspen.com/

Take your bride to Yosemite's Ahwahnee. Need to make reservations soon. If you have the cash this is the place to go.

Smitty







The Ahwahnee features Indian art and artifacts from the Meewok and Mono tribes, and other rare pieces of art throughout it's public areas. Fireplaces in the lobby areas are 6 feet high and use real

Telluride, CO

http://www.innatlostcreek.com/

Try Vista Verda ranch north of Steamboat Springs,Colorado. It's a dude rance that is really swanky. All of the services you mentioned. You can get your own cabin, and partake or not of the other activities.

The down side is that they are offered on a weekly basis and that you pay for the upscale.

A 20th you would remember though.

On the more rustic side, you could check out the 10th Mountain Hut Association, and get an entire hut just for the two of you. The huts are usually a 2 -5 mile hike up into the mountains, you bring all your food, and sleeping gear, but kitchen tools are provided, as well as bedding. The 'huts' are really beautiful log cabins, and all of the locations are truly spectacular. There are many to choose from all over the middle part of the State. I have used them primarily in the Winter where we go out and ski tour for the day.

BTW, congrats on 20 years.

Another really great place is Dry Creek Valley in Northern, Ca. Great scenery, great wine and great biking. Beautiful weather. There are some nice spas near by also. No wine tasting fees as compared to Napa & Sonoma Valley.

Wow. Congratulations on 20 years!

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Big Island of Hawaii

http://hanginloose.com/

or near CdL Idaho

http://www.sunmeadow.org/



OK OK -- These Website are NOT safe for work -- and this is a joke post -- hope you get a laugh.

Congrates on the 20 years!!!!

Hey, these are some awesome ideas....thanks, and keep 'em coming. Also, thanks for the words of congratulations offered...it has been a great 20 years.

Spot

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That's a good one...somehow, I just don't think Susan is up for it!! Although I probably would be :)

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I'm quite sure any of those places listed thus far are beautiful.

Whatever you choose, make sure your "take her to heaven" every chance you get!

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Priceville Resort - Kauai. You will thank me later.

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I was there a month ago (didnt actually stay there.. too poor, but went to a wedding there). Absolutely fantastic place.

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Princeville Resort

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Tom, why is it you always know just what to say??

deep down, you have a diabolical mind, don't you.

NaPali coastline hike - Kauai stunning!

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it's not "in the mountains" but it's close. and sunday brunch is the best!!!!

Dan...

Dude, Skamania rocks!! We stayed there back in '99 when we lived in Boise.

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Any particular place you liked there?

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no i just like all of it!

you may want to look in to Crater lake lodge.

dan...

Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur -- Small, intimate, luxurious, outdoorsy, but pricey. Perfect for a romantic few days for a special occasion. I took my wife there as a surprise trip; she didn't know where we were going until we pulled into the drive.

http://www.postranchinn.com/

You could always plan it around the Big Sur marathon or the Big Sur trail marathon/half marathon, too.

Ooohhhh....sneaking a race into it....I floated that idea already...."hey hon, how about Coeur d' Alene?....supposed to be really beautiful up there" "Why Coeur d' Alene?" "Uh....no reason...."

Still, she wasn't entirely put off by the idea....what a great lady! Any woman that lets her hubby buy an R2.5 Chorus for his 40th B-day deserves a great vacation. I'll check out that inn....I always thought the Big Sur was beautiful.

Spot

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http://www.stanfordinn.com/

Very romantic, won't break the bank, a days drive from San Francisco up the North Coast which is breathtaking, spa on site, cool stuff for active people.

Congrats on 20 years, we celebrate 10 on August 5th of this year, oh shit that's next week! I better get my shit together and plan something! Just kidding, I have reservatons at Stanford Inn for later on in the Summer, we are both too busy to cut out right now for a getaway. It will be worth the wait.

Cheers, Karma

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