The Spa at Sundance
The Spa at Sundance is in synch with the rest of this counterintuitive resort— the emphasis is on inner rejuvenation not cosmetic stopgaps. Yes, you can get your pinkies done, but first wrap yourself in an organic cotton robe and soak your feet in a hand-thrown pottery bowl warmed by a hot rock and take a few minutes to meditate by the fireplace. Then go for the Four Winds massage, inspired by Native American ritual. Call 801-223-4270
Meet old and new west at The Owl Bar Stop in for a drink and listen to live music at the Owl Bar. The rosewood bar, originally from Ireland, was in a saloon in Thermopolis, Wyo. frequented by Butch Cassidy and his Hole-inthe-Wall Gang. To save it from demolition, it was dismantled and reconstructed at Sundance. Now it’s the venue for the Bluebird Café music series showcasing emerging artists from the famous Bluebird Café in Nashville. 801-223-4222
Taste the best of the new west
Find your inner artist at The Art Shack Nothing is more emblematic of Sundance’s commitment to an alternative resort experience than the Art Shack. Sign up for jewelry making, drawing, painting and pottery classes. Personal instruction in a small studio erases any inhibitions. Your finished work will be mailed to you. 801-225-4107 ext. 4535
Sundance takes special pride in its roster of restaurants, holding to a philosophy of local and sustainable ingredients whenever possible and engaging chefs with a true passion for food. The Tree Room is not to be missed. Be sure to order wine with dinner; the Sundance Wine As Art program partners with vintners who exemplify an aspect of the Sundance values—the commitment to environment, the celebration of independent voice and spirit. 866-627-8313
Sundance offers horseback riding, top, scenic vistas and unique boutique shopping at the Sundance Store, bottom.
retail therapy
Sundance Catalog store
tip Don’t miss Moonlit nights the lift is open from 8:30–11 p.m. for Full Moon rides on Sept. 12, 13 and 14 and Oct. 11 and 12. For information call 801-223-4121
There’s no question that Sundance offers the best shopping experience of any resort in Utah. The Sundance philosophy of artisanship presented in the Sundance Catalog is in the resort’s boutique. Embroidered blouses, handcrafted jewelry, unique fashion accessories and home furnishings elevate the usual souvenir-buying into investment shopping. 801-223-4250
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