Sleeping Lady Resort, located in Leavenworth, Washington, provides upscale accommodations and services in a serene forested setting. Resort buildings are scattered among trees and trails, with the sound of nearby Icicle Creek and the rustling of the aspen leaves a constant soothing backdrop. Throughout the complex you'll find areas perfect to sit alone or in small groups, whether in the garden, overlooking the creek, or at a lounge. Sleeping Lady Resort puts a high priority on the use of sustainable, fair trade, and eco-certified products; you'll find these values represented in your accommodations, in the meal offerings, and at the Resort's two gift shops. If you choose to venture out from Sleeping Lady Resort during your stay, you'll have access to year-round outdoor recreation as well as the frivolity of downtown Leavenworth.
The Accommodations at Sleeping Lady Resort
The upscale cabin-style guest rooms are located in small one-story buildings, which are arranged in clusters that face a common central area. Porch seating looks out into this shared but private space. Room décor includes peeled log and pine furniture with luxury linens and bedding, a writing table, a sitting area, and a private bath with tub and shower. These rooms come with lots of natural light, heating and air conditioning, a radio/CD/MP3 clock, wifi, and a telephone. There are no televisions.
Large accommodations and a bunkhouse are also available.
Food and Drink at Sleeping Lady Resort
Delicious fresh gourmet food suitable for many tastes and special diets is available at Sleeping Lady Resort.
- Kingfisher Restaurant and Wine Bar
The meals at this elegant yet casual restaurant are served buffet style with selections based on seasonal availability. Many of the ingredients are either grown in the on-site organic gardens or are locally sourced. The Kingfisher Restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner. Selections are available from an extensive beer and wine list at the Wine Bar or with your meal. - The Grotto
This cozy lounge is open each evening and offers indoor and outdoor seating. The Grotto serves wine, beer, cocktails, tapas, and pizza. - O'Grady's Pantry
Located at the entrance to the Resort. O'Grady's Pantry is open for breakfast, lunch, and afternoon refreshment, serving espresso drinks, ice cream, soup, sandwiches, salads, quiche, and other entrees.
Solstice Spa at Sleeping Lady
The Resort's on-site spa offers a full menu of relaxing and rejuvenating treatments, including massages, facials, scrubs, and body treatments.
The Common Areas at Sleeping Lady Resort
The forested grounds and thoughtfully-designed buildings at the Sleeping Lady Resort set the stage for a refreshing getaway. You'll find walking trails and indoor and outdoor sitting areas, places where you can be active and places to relax. The work of such Northwest artists as Dale Chihuly, Richard Beyer, and Gerard Tsutakawa is placed throughout the complex. The common areas that you can enjoy include:
- Woodland Rock Pool
- Fitness Room & Sauna
Free weights, aerobic equipment, weight machines, stretching machines. Dry sauna located nearby. - Library
- The Playhouse
Game room with tables, foosball, billiards table, ping pong, board games, and performance stage - Laundry Building
- Art Walk
As you wander the trails through the property you'll come across a variety of sculpture and artwork. Brochures with information and maps are available from the front desk. - Organic Garden
The resort's system of walking trails includes paths through the fenced-off garden area. Inside the enclosure you'll find not only rows of herbs and vegetable plants but flowers, art, and sitting areas. - The Mercantile
Gift items, books, and souvenir items.
Activities Adjacent to Sleeping Lady Resort
Guests of the Sleeping Lady Resort have easy access to some fun activities. In the winter, you can enjoy snowshoeing and cross country skiing. Miles of trails can be accessed from Resort property. Gear rental and passes are available at The Mercantile. The Icicle Creek Center for the Arts is an easy walk, located on Sleeping Lady Resort's western border. Performing arts of all kinds are offered throughout the year, from annual music and theatre festivals to special concerts. Arts workshops are available on a variety of subjects.
Photo Tour of Sleeping Lady Resort
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