Well, after calming down a bit, I'm figuring the easiest way is to set up something just for her to lay on out there. I've seen those cheap foam chairs in places like walmart before that are like for college dorm rooms and such. If I got something like that with a soft blankie over it and designated it as her place it'd probably be easy for her to make the transition.
That sounds like a great idea.

Also, I know this idea wouldn't fly in my house...but I had a friend who picked up an ugly recliner at a thrift shop. It was his dog's chair in the living room.