Burl Wood Chess & Checker Board Gift Set

The Gift Story

A beautiful game set always feels a little nostalgic, but this burl wood chess and checker board brings it into a much more polished gifting category. With its warm burl wood finish, leather-detailed checker pieces, stainless steel accents, and soft poly suede-lined storage interior, this is the kind of gift that feels personal, useful, and display-worthy all at once.

It works just as well on a coffee table, game room shelf, office credenza, lake house console, or guest room bookcase. Whether it is given as a thank-you, housewarming gift, client gift, or holiday surprise, it has that rare mix of being functional, handsome, and easy to enjoy.

Best For

• The client who appreciates a gift they can actually use

• A host or hostess who loves beautiful home pieces

• Housewarming, closing gifts, and lake house gifts

• Father’s Day, holiday gifting, and executive gifts

• Game lovers, design lovers, and hard-to-shop-for recipients

• Corporate gifting when you want something more memorable than another food basket

What’s Inside

• Burl wood chess and checker board set

• Chess pieces

• Checker pieces with leather detailing

• Built-in storage compartments

• Poly suede fabric-lined interior

• Stainless steel accent details

Dimensions: 15 in x 15 in x 2.5 in
Materials: MDF, leather, wood, stainless steel, poly suede fabric

Why It Works

This gift feels thoughtful without being too personal. It has the warmth of a home décor piece, the practicality of a game set, and the kind of presentation that makes it feel like a true keepsake. The burl wood finish gives it a rich, natural look, while the lined interior keeps the pieces organized and protected.

It is also a strong choice for recipients you may not know extremely well. A beautiful chess and checker set works for men, women, couples, families, clients, homeowners, and corporate recipients, which makes it a very versatile gift option.

Perfect For

• Housewarming gifts

• Real estate closing gifts

• Corporate client gifts

• Executive office gifts

• Father’s Day gifts

• Holiday gifts

• Host and hostess gifts

• Lake house, cabin, or vacation home gifts

• Birthday gifts for someone who enjoys games or home décor

Presentation Details

This set has a beautiful tabletop presence and can be gifted on its own or included as the anchor piece in a larger gift basket or gift box. The warm burl wood finish, soft interior lining, and metallic details make the unboxing feel special without needing much extra embellishment.

For a fuller gift presentation, it pairs especially well with artisan snacks, cocktail mixers, premium nuts, chocolates, playing cards, a beautiful candle, or a small bar accessory.

Customization Notes

This item can be worked into a custom gift design for personal, corporate, or real estate gifting. We can style it as a standalone gift or build a larger basket around it with gourmet treats, barware, desk accessories, or home pieces.

Customization may vary based on budget, quantity, timing, and product availability.

Corporate Gifting Note

This is a strong option for corporate gifting because it feels substantial, useful, and appropriate for a wide range of recipients. It works well for client appreciation, executive gifting, closing gifts, employee recognition, and holiday gifting.

For larger orders, this item can be incorporated into a branded or semi-custom gift program depending on availability and lead time.

Local / Shipping Note

Availability for local delivery, pickup, or nationwide shipping may vary based on final gift presentation and packaging needs. If this item is included in a larger custom gift, shipping options will depend on the full basket or box design.

Mel’s Gifting Take

This is one of those gifts I love because it does not feel like filler. It has weight, purpose, and a beautiful look when left out in a home. I especially like it for clients, hosts, dads, husbands, game lovers, and anyone with a home office, bar area, or coffee table that could use something both handsome and useful.

Good to Know

• Can be gifted on its own or used as the main piece in a larger gift

• Works for both personal and corporate gifting

• A beautiful option for recipients who are difficult to shop for

• Best for someone who enjoys games, home décor, entertaining, or office accessories

• Custom gift styling is available when included in a larger basket or box

• Product availability may vary for corporate or bulk orders

We currently offer local delivery within the Reno, Nevada area (within approximately 20 miles) for a $15 delivery fee per address.

We ship to the contiguous United States for a flat $9.99 shipping fee.

Free standard shipping or complimentary local delivery is offered on all orders over $200.

If a ship date is not specified at checkout, orders will typically ship within 3–4 business days from the date of purchase. Please note that large custom or specialty orders may require additional processing time depending on size and complexity.

Tracking information will be provided once your order has shipped, so you’ll know exactly when to keep an eye out for your delivery.

Tracking information is provided upon shipping. 

Once your box is marked as delivered, responsibility is released. We are not responsible for stolen packages, packages left unattended, or orders delivered to an incorrect address provided at checkout. Please double-check all shipping details before completing your purchase—especially when sending gifts. While we’re excellent at curating beautiful baskets and boxes, we can’t reroute a package once it’s on its way (or read minds about where it was meant to go).

All sales are final. We do not offer refunds, returns or exchanges on any of our gift baskets, gift boxes or shop items. If you happen not to like an item included, simply re-gift it to a friend! 

However, we do offer replacements in the event of damaged items with proof of damage within 3 days of receipt. Please include a photo of the damaged item as well as a photo of the shipping box as our shipping provider requires us to submit photos to them when claims are made. We cannot offer a replacement without proof of damage. 

We are the first to admit that we don't always get it right. And when we don't, we will work with you and do our best to make it right!

Please contact us at contact@biggestlittlebaskets.com with subject line 'Damaged Item' when emailing regarding damage to a product. We must be notified within 3 days of receipt of the damaged item(s). We only offer replacements in the event of damaged items with proof of damage.

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