We are back with Part II of our Colorado wedding venues series and we cannot wait for you to see these stunning spots. Last week we featured some of our absolute favorite Front Range venues on our blog, and this week we are taking you on a journey up through the glorious mountains. From Telluride all the way to Wyoming, we want to share with you some seriously stunning wedding venues that you won’t want to miss. If you missed last weeks blog, click here and read away!
Enjoy! Xo, Calluna
Dunton Hot Springs :: (Outside of Telluride, CO) This quintessential wedding destination could not be more lovely, quietly and comfortably offering the purest Colorado beauty we’ve ever seen. Their website description sums up the resort experience: ‘This perfectly restored ghost town thrives on contradictions; hand- hewn log cabins exquisitely furnished, a life-worn saloon serving food of startling quality, lung torturing trails followed by pampering massages, sensuous hot springs beneath shimmering snow banks’. We are still dreaming about Meshach & Warren’s wedding here last March. For more pictures of their gorgeous nuptuials click here!
Photo Credit :: James & Schulze
Brush Creek Ranch :: (Saratoga, WY) 30,000 pristine private acres to get immersed in the wild, wonderful West. A quick jump across the Colorado border, the rustic resort has all of the modern fixings to make your wedding more beautiful than you could ever imagine. With numerous awards from Conde Nast and Travel & Leisure, Brush Creek is a heavenly spot. We are so happy to have helped Karen & Jeff plan their big day at this stunning resort last May and cannot wait to be back at Brush Creek Ranch this summer! See their beautiful wedding in this months issue of Rocky Mountain Bride!
Photo Credit :: James & Schulze
Beano’s Cabin, Allie’s Cabin & Saddle Ridge (Beaver Creek, CO) These three venues are all part of Beaver Creek Resorts; some of our favorite spots to work in all of Colorado. Superior staff and incredible food are paramount at these venues. For our clients wanting the top notch Colorado mountain experience these are some of the best in the state. Equally stunning in the interior as the beautiful outdoors, we are hopelessly in love with Beaver Creek. We adored Allison & Amon’s fall wedding at Beano’s Cabin, for more pictures of their stunning wedding click here!
Photo Credit : Van Buren Photography
Ritz Carlton Hotel- Bachelor Gulch (Avon, CO) Bachelor Gulch is always a great decision. This resort offers an intimate feel just tucked away from the heart of Beaver Creek, and your guests will undoubtedly fall in love with the luxurious mountain feel. “The joy of skiing down a pristine snow-packed trail. The wind in your hair as you bike past a field of wildflowers. Year-round, our Beaver Creek hotel offers an unforgettable escape in the heart of the Colorado Rockies. Evoking a traditional mountain lodge, our resort offers unmatched ski-in/ski-out access, a renowned spa, luxurious accommodations and locally inspired dining.”
Photo via The Ritz Carlton
The 10th (Vail, CO) “Situated at the heart of Vail Mountain, The 10th redefines on-mountain dining. Overlooking the majestic Gore Range, The 10th hosts a sit-down, fine dining experience for lunch, après ski or dinner. With a superlative interpretation of classic alpine dishes, The 10th is simply: Modern. Alpine. Inspired. The 10th is open for regular service during the winter ski season, and hosts weddings, private events and functions in the summer.” We had such an amazing experience helping plan Hadley & Michael’s wedding reception at the 10th this past year and we cannot wait to get back!
Photo Credit :: Sara Hasstedt Photography
Four Seasons Hotel- Vail (Vail, CO) Right in the heart of the iconic Vail Valley, the Four Seasons Hotel-Vail offers beautiful amenities and a romantic mountain atmosphere. “Whether you opt for the spacious Bighorn Ballroom or choose the intimacy of the Fulford Room, mountain views and thoughtful Four Seasons touches elevate your wedding.” For more information on weddings and events at the FS-Vail click here!
Photo Credit :: Four Seasons Vail
Devils Thumb Ranch (Tabernash, CO) Log cabins, a Civil War era reconstructed barn, and breathtaking views of the Continental divide. The views are unbeatable, the service is impeccable and if you’re lucky a few horses may make a guest appearance during your photo shoot. It’s the perfect Colorado escape regardless of the season (in fact – winter or summer – we can’t pick a favorite!) Your guests will enjoy a weekend getaway with onsite lodging options and authentic cabins, along with every activity under the sun. We have helped planned so many gorgeous celebrations at Devils Thumb including Nicole & Alex’s which was featured on The Knot! Caity & Nate were another fabulous couple that planned their nuptials at Devils Thumb and you will definitely want to see their photos here!
Photo Credit :: Laura Murray Photography
T Lazy 7 (Aspen, CO) “T-Lazy-7 Ranch is home to three of Aspen’s premier event venues. You can customize your own a twinkle-lit tented reception in the stunning T-Lazy-7 Meadow, or pair a Meadow ceremony with the elegant T-Lazy-7 Event Lodge for the reception dinner and dancing. If your looking for a more authentic hoe-down experience, cozy around the campfire at our covered outdoor facility known as the Chuckwagon Grounds. T-Lazy-7 Ranch is spectacular setting for any event and is surrounded by National Forest and Wilderness for stunning photo backdrops.”
Photo :: Blue Bend Photography via the Venue Report
Roaring Fork Club (Basalt, CO) “A Private Club located 20 minutes from renowned Aspen, Colorado in the charming town of Basalt. With 383 acres of pristine landscape, the Roaring Fork Club provides a lifestyle for those who seek the purest of golf, fishing, family, health and wellness. The Roaring Fork Club Members enjoy the soothing qualities of the wilderness and the pursuit of sport.” Weddings and events are also possible at this gorgeous club and is a fabulous options for any couple looking for picturesque scenery.
Photo via Roaring Fork Club
Aspen Art Museum (Aspen, CO) Our first experience with this to-die-for venue was with Jessica + James, who happened to the second couple to be married at the museum! The ultra modern, actively functioning museum presented you with intriguing photo ops every where you looked (trust us, you want to see this stylish affair). The architecture, the clean lines and the jaw dropping views on the wedding deck had us ooh-ing and ahh-ing all day. This one is a high recommendation to the modern sleek bride + groom!
Photo Credit :: Matthew Speck Photography
St. Regis Aspen :: (Aspen, CO) We have to admit, when we think Aspen Colorado, we immediately think St. Regis luxury. This travel + leisure staple is a guaranteed grand time, and your guests will be so pleased with the natural beauty of aspen and the luxurious comfort at The St. Regis! Our friends at the St. Regis always take care of us, and we’re grateful to have developed a relationship over the years so we can continue the inspired planning! We still love Page+Scott’s Aspen celebration…for more pictures click here!
Photography :: Kate Holstein Photography
The Little Nell & Aspen Wedding Deck (Aspen, CO) Aspen’s only ski-in/ski-out resort, filled to the brim with top notch amenities and romantic intimacy. We were privileged to work alongside some of The Little Nell’s premium culinary talent at the 2015 Boulder Burgundy Festival. We were blown away by their talent & poise, but also their down to earth, happy dispositions, making them a forever friend in the industry. Marry their upstanding service with the stunning hotel + event ground at the base of Aspen mountain, and any celebration at the Little Nell is destined to be dreamy. For information on the wedding deck rental click here!
Photo via The Little Nell
Spruce Mountain Ranch (Larkspur, CO) Molly + Nick made it official at Spruce Mountain Ranch last year and we couldn’t have been more pleased with the venue & staff. The cool Colorado charm and abundant space made the Ranch a home run…’Spruce Mountain offers an impressive collection of wedding ceremony and reception locations expressing true Colorado style, with magnificent hand-crafted detail, state of the art modern conveniences, as well as indoor/outdoor capabilities, sure to enchant your memories forever.’
Photo Credit :: Heather Gray Photography
Featured Image :: LisaAnne Photography
