Acclaimed Western Maryland Golf Resort is Home to State’s Only Jack Nicklaus Signature Designed Course
(CUMBERLAND, MD) – Crestline Hotels & Resorts today announced the appointment of Tim Grambley to General Manager for the Rocky Gap Lodge & Golf Resort. The Western Maryland resort, which is managed by Crestline Hotels & Resorts of McLean, Va. is home to the state’s only Jack Nicklaus Signature designed golf course.
Grambley, who served as General Manager at Rocky Gap from 2002 to 2005, has been the Area General Manager for Crestline Hotel & Resorts’ Crowne Plaza Hotel and Hilton Garden Inn in St. Paul, Minn.
"It’s a great pleasure for me to return to Rocky Gap Lodge & Golf Resort and the scenic beauty of the Cumberland area," says Grambley. "The resort is recognized for its friendly staff and offers myriad amenities for the entire family. Whether guests are looking to test their skills on the golf course, unwind in the spa, relax by the pool or hike and bike the miles of marked trails, Rocky Gap offers something for everyone."
During his previous tenure at Rocky Gap, Grambley oversaw the addition of the renowned Garden Spa and complete public space renovation – incorporating designs and paintings from the local art community.
"We are pleased that Tim Grambley is returning to Rocky Gap and will once again be an active member of the community and continue Rocky Gap’s success," says Barb Buehl, Executive Director of the Allegany County Chamber of Commerce. "Increasing tourism to Western Maryland is critical to the region and Rocky Gap is an integral part of that program."
Grambley brings more than three decades of hotel and resort experience to Rocky Gap. A graduate of the 2004 Class of Leadership Maryland program, he has sat on several volunteer community, economic development and tourism boards including: Chamber of Commerce and Greater Cumberland Committee.
Named a AAA Four Diamond resort for the sixth consecutive year, Rocky Gap sits at the gateway of the 3,200 acre Rocky Gap State Park.
Along with a Golf Digest 4-Star championship golf course that stretches to more than 7,000 yards and features five sets of tees, the popular, multi-amenity resort also offers:
â?¢ 216 guest rooms, including suites and ADA-certified accommodations
â?¢ Extensive meeting programs encompassing 15,000+ square feet of banquet and meeting space and numerous service options
â?¢ Acclaimed culinary and catering offerings: The Lakeside Restaurant is a Wine Spectator Award Winner
â?¢ Family and children’s activities: horseback riding, paintball, climbing wall, rappelling, whitewater rafting, canoeing and a Scales & Tales animal program by the campfire
â?¢ Corporate team building programs through Western Maryland Adventures
â?¢ Special weddings programs by the lake with both indoor and outdoor settings
â?¢ Beautiful lakeside pavilions
For more information on Rocky Gap Lodge & Golf Resort, visit www.rockygapresort.com, or call 800-724-0828.
About Rocky Gap Lodge & Golf Resort
Rocky Gap Lodge & Golf Resort is a 216-room resort located on 243-acre Lake Habeeb in the lush forested mountains of Western Maryland. Amenities include the Rocky Gap Garden Spa which features the renowned line of Eminence spa products, miles of marked hiking trails highlighting Mother Nature’s glory, a 7,000-yard Jack Nicklaus Signature Design course with five sets of tee boxes to match the skill level of any golfer, and an on-property adventure outfitter for horseback riding, hiking and biking, whitewater rafting and corporate team building.
About Crestline Hotels & Resorts
Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest independent hospitality management companies. Founded in 2000, the Company presently manages 52 hotels, resorts and conference and convention centers with nearly 11,800 rooms in 14 states and the District of Columbia. Crestline Hotels & Resorts manages properties independently and under such well regarded brands as Marriott, Hilton, Westin, Renaissance, Sheraton, Crowne Plaza and Wyndham. Additional information about the hotel management company is available at the company’s web site: www.crestlinehotels.com.
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Contact:
Rob Thomas, Buffalo Communications
330-696-1476, rthomas@billycaspergolf.com
Dan Shepherd, Buffalo Communications
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