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Essential Packages

Grandote Peaks Destination Wedding Packages

The Venue Only Package

Perfect for couples who want to bring their own vendors but need a stunning backdrop.
$ 5,000
  • Exclusive use of Event Center Grand Hall for 8 hours / one day (ceremony + reception)
  • Reception Hall
  • On-site parking for guests
  • Restroom access
  • Venue coordinator for logistics support
  • White folding ceremony chairs (up to 100)
  • 10 round tables
  • 3 rectangular tables
  • Altar
  • Setup, teardown and cleanup are not included

The Elegant Essentials Package

Ideal for couples looking for a simple, beautiful experience with essential amenities provided. Includes everything from Venue Only, plus:
$ 10,000
  • Linens in your choice of colors
  • Setup and teardown services, no cleanup
  • Day-of wedding coordinator
  • A variety of arches and decorations
  • Access to bridal suite + groom’s lounge
  • Basic audio system for ceremony + speeches
  • 4-hour open bar (beer, wine, signature cocktail)
  • 8 rounds of 18 hole golf for plus club rentals if needed

The Styled Celebration Package

For couples who want to celebrate with style, without the hassle of vendor hunting. Includes everything from Elegant Essentials, plus:
$ 20,000
  • Catering for up to 80 guests (buffet-style, 2 entrees + 3 sides)
  • Wedding cake or dessert table (customized to your theme)
  • 4-hour open bar (fully stocked bar)
  • Floral centerpieces for 10 tables
  • DJ for ceremony + 4-hour reception
  • Event timeline planning session
  • Photos at select locations on the golf course for 1 hour

The Styled Celebration Package

For couples who want to celebrate with style, without the hassle of vendor hunting. Includes everything from Elegant Essentials, plus:
$ 25,000
  • Front 9 or back 9 of golf course closed for up to 5 hours for your choice of location for photos and/or ceremony, including lakeside or riverside.
  • Catering for up to 100 guests (buffet-style, 3 entrees + 3 sides)
  • 2-night stay for up to 20 guests at the Ranch House Inn
  • Use of the Grandote Lodge for bride and groom or their guests for two nights
  • Rehearsal dinner for up to 30 guests
  • Brunch the morning after the wedding
  • Photos at select locations on the golf course for 1 hour
  • Use of the 6 seater luxury golf cart
  • Upgraded floral design with ceremony arch or arbor
  • Professional photographer (4 hours)
  • On-site wedding concierge and weekend event manager
  • Setup, teardown and cleanup included
  • Liability insurance included

The Grandote PARTY

We will shut down the resort for the weekend and you and your guests will have full use of the restaurants, event center, golf simulator, lodging facilities and golf course. It is two days of fun, food and adventure for you and your guests. Includes everything from the Weekend Experience plus:
$ 50,000
  • The golf course closed for one entire day – the property is yours to party.
  • Beer cart for 8 hours
  • Golf for up to 50 guests / club rentals available at no cost for up to 10 guests
  • 2-night stay at the Lodge and Ranch House Inn – up to 20 people
  • 10 RV spots with full hookups
  • Buffet style or sit down formal rehearsal dinner for up to 50 guests
  • Formal sit down 5 course dinner for up to 150 people (includes prime rib, filet mignon, shrimp, lobster, appetizers and exquisite sides)
  • Brunch the morning after the wedding
  • Photos shoots can be taken anywhere on the golf course
  • Golf course proshop, restaurant and bar will be fully staffed for the entire two days
  • Liability insurance included

ENHANCEMENTS

Open Bar – from 7 am to 10 pm

  • Cost: $5,000 per day
  • Inclusions:
  • Unlimited drinks for guests (they do not pay)
  • Full range of beverages:
  • Wine, beer
  • Mimosas, Bloody Marys
  • Shots, mixed drinks
  • Specialty martinis
  • Specialty coffees
  • Policy: Service may be refused to any guest showing signs of excessive consumption.

Live Music – at the clubhouse, Event Center, or on the golf course

  • Estimated Price Range: $5,000 to $15,000 per band
  • Variables Influencing Price
  • Specific group or artist selected
  • Set duration, equipment, and travel requirements
  • Note: We will source the bands and provide quotes based on availability and scope.

3-Hour Spa Treatments

  • Services Offered:
  • Massages
  • Foot reflexology
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Hair and makeup styling
  • Pricing: Dependent on:
  • Number of guests
  • Number and type of services selected
  • Recommendation: Tiered package pricing or bundle offers are available.

Sightseeing Shuttle Service (Pre-Wedding)

  • Activities May Include:
  • Highway of Legends tour with folklore guide
  • Viewing iconic stone walls
  • Trail hiking
  • Fly fishing excursions
  • Visits to the Great Sand Dunes and local hot springs
  • Our guide can teach you how to use your phone to take stunning photos of landscapes on your trip
  • Pricing Basis:
  • Number of guests
  • Selected activities (customizable itinerary)
  • Logistics: Transportation, guide, permits (if needed), and gear rentals (for fishing or hiking) may affect final costs.

The Highway of Legends Scenic Byway in southern Colorado is one of the most breathtaking and culturally rich routes in the state. Stretching roughly 82 miles between Trinidad and Walsenburg, it winds through the Spanish Peaks, historic coal mining towns, and legends of the Old West and Native American folklore. Here’s a list of the top things to do and see along the Highway of Legends:

Top Attractions & Things to Do

  • The East and West Spanish Peaks are ancient volcanic mountains known as "Wahatoya" (Breasts of the Earth) to Native Americans.
  • Ideal for hiking, photography, and learning about volcanic geology.
  • Trails and overlooks offer stunning panoramic views.
  • Dozens of dramatic igneous dikes radiate from the Spanish Peaks—natural stone walls that look manmade.
  • Best seen from La Veta, Cuchara Pass, and Highway 12—great for photography and geology enthusiasts.
  • Trinidad: Historic downtown with Victorian architecture, galleries, and the Trinidad History Museum.
  • Cokedale: Preserved company town with old coke ovens used for coal processing.
  • Aguilar: Small town with mining history and charming roadside stops.
  • La Veta: Artsy community with galleries, cafes, and access to the Francisco Fort Museum.
  • Quaint mountain town with rustic lodges, shops, and cafes.
  • Cuchara Pass (Elevation ~9,995 ft): Offers scenic hiking trails and alpine beauty.
  • Possible wildlife sightings: elk, deer, and black bears.
  • Numerous trailheads along the route:
  • Cordova Pass Trail
  • Wahatoya Trail
  • Blue Lake and Bear Lake Trails
  • Fishing spots:
  • North Lake State Wildlife Area
  • Blue and Bear Lakes (stocked with trout)
  • The route is rich in stories:
  • Spanish conquistadors, hidden treasure, and Native American legends.
  • Many tales tied to the Ute and Apache tribes, outlaw hideouts, and miners.
  • Stonewall: Natural stone formation where the road cuts through a 250-foot tall volcanic dike.
  • Devil’s Stairsteps: Zigzagging natural rock formations near Cuchara.
  • Panoramic Overlooks: Multiple pull-offs along the highway offer epic views.
  • One of the few remaining original adobe forts in Colorado.
  • Contains exhibits on Native Americans, early settlers, and old weaponry.