DESIGN + RENOVATION
PRONGHORN RESORT Bend, Ore.
“The Huntington Lodge has been an integral part of taking the resort from a golf-centric brand to becoming known as the premier resort destination in Central Oregon.” –Rebecca Zook, Sales and Marketing Manager
PLAY AND STAY When LochenHeath Golf Club in Willamsburg, Mich., began its transition to a private facility, providing a place for national members to stay on site was part of the model. “We felt as we built the membership, we would allow out-
Nature plays an influential role in the design of the Huntington Lodge at Pronghorn Resort, with natural tones and organic wood furnishings.
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side play to stay in the cottages, but it must be part of a golf package,” explains General Manager Kevin O’Brien, PGA. “This would also work as a sales tool as guests were able to experience all that LochenHeath had to offer, with its award-winning golf course, great culinary experience and the cottages.” In July 2019, the club unveiled two new 2,400-sq. ft. cottages within 30 yards of the member pavilion (otherwise known as the second clubhouse). The layout includes four en suites—each with two queen beds, private bathroom and large television—along with a common living area, gas fireplace and designer kitchen with custom cabinetry. A separate half bath was added to the design to accommodate visitors. Described as “modern elegant comfort,” the cottages are outfitted in a contemporary style. “These are not your rustic guy’s cottages,” says O’Brien. Varying shades of gray and charcoal create a cozy vibe and help to soften the hardwood floors throughout the space. The kitchen contains standard appliances, minus an oven, encouraging guests to venture out to clubhouse dining facilities. Two of the bedrooms can serve as lockouts, a plus for parties of different sizes. Outside, guests can partake of the screened-in deck overlooking East Grand Traverse Bay—and in the colder months, the outdoor fireplace. “The unit is very spacious, allowing golfers from other cottages to gather and join the festivities,” adds O’Brien. www.clubandresortbusiness.com
