Travel on the leash of luxury

Courtesy Photo/Peter Ogilvie - Inn by the Sea in Maine is one of the 10 most luxurious destinations where people can travel with their pets, as chosen by the editors at FIDO Friendly magazine.

Courtesy Photo/FIDO Friendly - Nemacolin Woodlands in Pennsylvania features an adjacent property with pet condos complete with web cams, televisions and butler service.

Keswick Hall (Keswich, Va.)

Will it be the filet mignon of Western beef or Moms meat loaf for dinner tonight?

Fido has delectable decisions to make when staying at Keswick Hall, resting on 600 acres of lush Virginia countryside at Keswick Estate. The Pampered Pooch program provides Fido with treats, bowls, gourmet meals and pet beds. Of the 48 guest rooms at Keswick Hall, no two are alike. Each room features plush furnishings and antiques, and many rooms feature four-poster canopy beds. Dogleg left on the 18-hole Arnold Palmer-designed signature golf course. Explore nearby historic attractions with Fido, including the famous Civil and Revolutionary War battlegrounds. A visit to Keswick Hall is history in the making. Keswick Hall, 701 Club Drive, Keswick, Virginia 22947; $395-$970 per night; $75 per pet per stay non-refundable fee; do not leave pets unattended; (888) 778-2565; http://www.keswick.com.

Nine Zero (Boston)

While the Boston terrier originated here, the capital and largest city in Massachusetts is also home to opulence that is Nine Zero Hotel. Its In the Doghouse package indulges Fidos inner diva/devo. Located in the heart of downtown minutes from Red Sox baseball and a Fido-friendly 50-acre public park, Boston Common, Nine Zero scores a home run with its doggy amenities. Deluxe guest rooms allow any number of pets without size or weight restrictions at no extra charge. Upon check-in, Fido receives a personalized welcome sign, water and organic treats and access to the Canine Caf dog menu. The icing on the canine cake is the dog sitting, walking, grooming and massage services available through the concierge. Nine Zero Hotel, 90 Tremont St., Boston, Mass. 02108; $145-$500 per night; no pet fees and no type or size restrictions; (866) 906- 9090; http://www.ninezero.com.

Nemacolin Woodlands (Farmington, Pa.)

Splendor squared, as Nemacolin is a two-for-one luxury resort. Situated on 2,000 square acres 70 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, Fido will feel like royalty in one of 327 rooms, suites, townhouses or private luxury homes. Upping the bark is Nemacolin Wooflands, which is conveniently located minutes from its sister property. Private themed doggy condos featuring Kuranda elevated beds, televisions, web cams, butler service and 100 percent fresh air returns are but a few of Wooflands many Fidomazing amenities. Fido is welcome to stay with his human counterparts and feast on a doggy gourmet menu and personal turn down service, complete with a nighttime snack. This is truly a woodland dynasty. Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, 1001 Lafayette Drive, Farmington, Pa. 15437; rates begin at $349 per night; $150 one-time non-refundable pet fee; pets may not exceed 30 pounds but dogs over 30 pounds may be accommodated at http://www.nemacolinwooflands.com; (800) 422-2736; http://www.nemacolin.com.

LAuberge de Sedona (Sedona, Ariz.)

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Travel on the leash of luxury