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A Stick Library at The Sanctuary Beach Resort

Monterey Bay, California

At The Sanctuary Beach Resort, pups can check out more than just the view. This beachfront retreat offers a “stick library”—a curated collection of handpicked sticks, inspired by local viral sensation Chele McKee, for dogs to borrow and return during their stay. And for National Dog Day, the resort ups the ante with a visiting pet psychic, giving paw-rents a chance to uncover their four-legged companions’ innermost thoughts. It’s a blend of seaside luxury, playful charm, and just the right amount of woo-woo.

by Lilah Ramzi
Vogue Online

Two golden retrievers, one sitting and one holding a large stick in its mouth, near a dog stick library outdoor area with houses and trees in the background.
A promotional flyer for the Sanctuary Beach Resort featuring a happy golden retriever on the beach holding a stick in its mouth with ocean waves in the background.

also viral on Instagram!

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The Design Language of Chele Mckee: Creating Spaces That Speak

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concept to viral sensation: the story of Sanctuary Beach Resort's Chele McKee's dog stick library

Dog stick library with various sticks arranged on shelves outdoors near a house and greenery.
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this oceanfront california hotel has a stick library for dogs to choose from

A small white dog with a leash sniffing the ground next to a wooden dog stick library filled with various sizes of sticks. The setting is near a beach with a fence, palm trees, and a cloudy sky in the background.
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inspiring spaces:
chele mckee’s personal
design style

A retail clothing store with racks of folded and hanging clothes, including shirts and jackets, illuminated by ceiling spotlights, and a seating area with chairs and wooden stools.
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thinking like a guest: chele mckee’s secret to inspired brand experiences

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behind the scenes with chele mckee: the art of transforming spaces

The Grand Hotel in winter
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behind the vision: chele mckee’s mastery in transforming spaces into experiences

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video buzz

Good Morning, America | Dog Stick Library Love - Viral

Sanctuary Beach Dog Stick Library - Viral IG

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