The Dog Bark Park Inn is a hotel located along Highway 95 in Cottonwood, Idaho.[1] The hotel is built in the shape of a beagle, making it a famous landmark in the state. It is colloquially known as "Sweet Willy" by local residents. The hotel, which is located in north central Idaho, is a two-bedroom bed and breakfast which also features dog-themed contents.[2]

Dog Bark Park Inn Bed & Breakfast
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General information
LocationHighway 95
AddressCottonwood, Idaho, United States
Coordinates46°03′27″N 116°20′40″W / 46.057531°N 116.344491°W / 46.057531; -116.344491
Opening2003
OwnerDennis Sullivan and Frances Conklin
Height30ft
Technical details
Floor count2
Design and construction
Architect(s)Dennis Sullivan
DeveloperDennis Sullivan and Frances Conklin
Other information
Number of rooms1
Number of suites1
Parkingoff street
Website
Official website

History

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Designed and building by Dennis Sullivan & Frances Conklin as the World's Biggest Beagle the bed and breakfast inn opened in August 2003.

 
Inside the Dog Bark Park Inn
 
Toby and Sweet Willy Dog Bark Park Inn

Facilities

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Dog Bark Park consists of the bed & breakfast inn, a gift shop & visitors center, and the gallery of chainsaw artists Dennis Sullivan & Frances Conklin. Many breeds of dog carvings are prominently featured.

References

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  1. ^ "Where We Are, Directions and Travel Tips". Dog Bark Park Inn. Archived from the original on 31 December 2015. Retrieved 16 January 2016.
  2. ^ Kaplan, Melanie D.G. (2016-04-27). "Ever wanted to spend the night inside a giant wooden beagle? You can". Washington Post. ISSN 0190-8286. Retrieved 2024-04-07.
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