Taos, New Mexico Wedding Guide Vol. 2 by Rocky Mountain Bride Magazine

BR I DE WEDDING PLANNING GUIDE taos, new mexico VOLUME TWO

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Imagine your special day in the arms of your loved one, surrounded by friends & family with a breathtaking backdrop of snowy peaks, or embraced by the lush greenery of summertime in the mountains at Taos Ski Valley. Whether you’re looking for an intimate mountain-top ceremony or a spectacular alpine affair, let Taos Ski Valley help you create the wedding of your dreams.

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The legendary Taos hideaway of desperados and outlaws— from Billy the Kid to Dennis Hopper—The Stakeout on Outlaw Hill is New Mexico’s premier wedding venue, a reprieve from modern life, and an iconic location any celebration.

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14.34. 18. 28. 40. Table ContentsofAREAINFORMATION inside scoop - Seasonal weather and activities make it official - Where to get your license rehearsal dinner & brunch locations venue guide - Best local spots to tie the knot58.56.13.10. LOVE STORIES jessica + patrick audry + logan - Taos Ski lindsay + charles - El Monte Sagrado laurie + jon - Hotel Luna Mystica ann + clint - El Monte Sagrado 14. photography: (top to bottom, left to right) melody joy, alicia lucia photography, matt & tish photography, blue rose studios, adrift a dream photography weddings engagement 40.34.28.24.

melody joy taos Southwestern charm meets stunning mountain scenery in this quaint and refreshing Northern New Mexico town.

10 rockymountainbride.com / taos wedding guide 2022 AREA INFO inside scoop The tiny mountainside town of Taos has everything a couple dreams of when planning a Rocky Mountain wedding. Wrapped in culture and surrounded by adventure, the area offers everything from renowned resorts, wineries, and fine art to world-class skiing, mountain treks, and rafting. Venues range from rustic mountain lodges to elegant downtown spaces. No matter the vision for your big day, there is something for everyone. Fast Facts Elevation: Population:6,969ft5,950 The average high summer temperature is 83 degrees. Taos Pueblo is the only living Native American community designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and National Historic Landmark. Taos sits at the base of the highest mountain in New Mexico, Wheeler Peak. HOW TO GET THERE taos regional airport taosgov.com/149/Airport albuquerque international airport abqsunport.com santa fe valet santafevalet.com mountain view shuttle mountainviewshuttle.com taos.limo taos.limo taos rides taosrides.com northern nm taxi service bynewmexicotransportationservices.netshuttle Car and planes are the two most common ways to get to Taos. The town has a small regional airport that offers seasonal connections through larger hubs such as Austin, Los Angeles, and San Diego. A larger international airport is located roughly 2.5 hours south in Albuquerque. by carby plane enterprise rent-a-car enterprise.com wheeler peak rent a car wheelerpeakrentacar.com

AVERAGE TEMPERATURES summerspring56°|30° 81° | 46° 76° | 44° winter42°|13°autumn RMB Tip: The Rockies are known for their unpredictable weather. Pack accordingly! Throw in that waterproof jacket for your summer visit, extra layers for winter or a cold weather coat in the spring and fall! You never know what the day will bring. And whatever you do, don’t forget your hiking boots! melody joy

12 rockymountainbride.com / taos wedding guide 2022 WHAT TO DO FOR MORE INFORMATION ON AREA ACTIVITIES, VISIT: TAOS.ORG ADVENTURE new wave rafting newwaverafting.com fly fishing taosflyshop.com/flyguide skiing and snowboarding skitaos.com hot air ballooning taosballooning.com horseback riding riograndestables.net carson national forest fs.usda.gov/carson mountain biking Farflung.com rock climbing climbingschoolusa.com SHOP maria samora mariasamora.com tres estrellas Tedtaos.com nambé of taos www.nambe.com common thread textiles Lloom.blogspot.com kimosabé kimosabetaos.com rb ravens Gallery rbravens.com RELAX taos spa & tennis club Taosspa.com ojo caliente mineral springs Ojosparesorts.com la chiripada (oldest winery in new mexico) lachiripada.com taos mesa brewing taosmesabrewing.com el monte sagrado spa & resort elmontesagrado.com black mesa winery blackmeawinery.com matt & tish photography ideas and recommendations for you and your guests to enjoy during your wedding weekend

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Marriage licenses are obtained from the Taos County Clerk office. In order to pick up the license, both applicants must be present and provide a valid form of identification with a name, date of birth, and photo. Applicants must also present their social security card. The fee for the marriage license is $25.00. All marriage licenses must be returned to the same county clerk. This can be done in person or via mail by sending the completed and signed form to: 105 Albright St. Ste D Taos, NM 87571 alicia lucia photography

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Engagement

Jessica + Patrick

=Music and art brought Jessica and Patrick together. Their worlds collided on a beautiful summer’s day at an Orgone show at Levit Pavilion in Denver, Colorado. band. “Afterwards, Patrick came up to me and told me I had the most beautiful green eyes he had ever seen. I blushed and looked around to see if he was with us or was a total random. I was relieved to know he was good friends with mine and invited him to come to enjoy some more music at our spot downtown in Rino,” recalls Jessica. Two days later they went on their first date and have been inseparable ever since.

A week after the pair moved into their new home, Patrick surprised Jessica by taking her to a nearby trail to watch the sunset. He got down on one knee and asked her to spend forever with him. Jessica immediately said yes.

Photographer: Adrift a Dream adriftadreamphotography.comPhotography Ring: Vintage Art Deco, Patrick’s great-grandmothers’ Valdez & Arroyo Hondo

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Audry and Logan’s story all started at a party in college. Little did they know, a few drinks that night would be the start of their forever. 10 years into the relationship, while the two were having a romantic dinner at the top of the Rockefeller Plaza, Logan proposed by sliding a ring across the table! They celebrated with champagne and planned a mountain themed wedding at Taos Ski on August 21st.

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“We tried our best to include some traditional New Mexican themes. Much of our wedding included the Zia symbol, including a painting we both started during a ceremony. The Zia is a reminder that all things are bound by life and love, without a beginning or end. We thought this was an excellent symbolism to include in our wedding ceremony. Additionally, we included some polka on the dance floor, as we are originally from Wisconsin and set up a “wish you were here” mantle with pictures of loved ones who were not able to make it. Our wedding planner, Rose, also setup a heart display of luminarias, which is another New Mexican tradition!”

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26 rockymountainbride.com / taos wedding guide 2022 “You can’t take it too seriously! There are bound to be a few things that don’t go as planned and in order to enjoy your day you have to be a little flexible! Do not be afraid to delegate to friends and family, and hire a wedding planner!” ADVICE TO FUTURE COUPLES

“We wanted our wedding to showcase all of the things we have grown to love about New Mexico. Taos Ski Valley is a special place for us. It is where Logan taught me to ski, and is one of our favorite places to visit. The mountains were calling, and we just had to go!”

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-VENDORSVenue, Catering & Transportation Taos Ski Valley | skitaos.com Wedding Planner Wild in Wonder | wildinwonder.com Photographer Alicia Lucia Photography | alicialucia.com Floral Designer Floral Elegance | nmweddingflowers.com Invitation Suite & Calligraphy Funky Olive Design | funkyolivedesign.com Sweets Toothache Bakery | fb: toothachecakery Music & Entertainment Complete Weddings + Events | completewedo.com Rentals Colorado Party Rentals | cpartyrentals.com Bridal Shop Still White | stillwhite.com Gown Designer Made With Love Bridal | madewithlovebridal.com Bride’s Shoes Lulu’s | lulus.com Bride’s Jewelry Kate & Mari | shopkateandmari.com Bride’s Ring Designer The True Gem Company | thetruegem.com Bridesmaid’s Attire Revelry | shoprevelry.com Bridesmaid’s Jewelry Words By Heart Co. | Etsy: WordsByHeartCo Beauty Betty Rose by Alanna | bettyrose.com Groom’s & Groomsmens’ Suits The Black Tux | theblacktux.com Groom’s & Groomsmens’ Accessories Men’s Wearhouse | menswearhouse.com Officiant: Jeff Lemirande, Groom’s Dad Accommodations: The Blake | skitaos.com/lodging/blake Rehearsal Dinner 192 At The Blake | skitaos.com

Lindsay planned a birthday dinner for Charles at one of their favorite restaurants and included several friends. She made a very special cake decorated with a beach theme that was supposed to be a clue to the secret trip she had planned for the two of them. After the meal, she saw the waitress walking towards the table with a cake. However, she could tell from afar this was NOT the special cake she had made! Before Lindsay could intervene Charles stood up and gave a lengthy speech about how much Lindsay meant to him and ended up down on one knee proposing in front of their friends and everyone at the restaurant. After saying “yes”

Lindsay looked down at the cake that had been placed in front of her instead of in front of Charles. This cake read “Will you Marry Me?” The two planned a garden themed wedding at the El Monte Sagrado for August 28th.

Lindsay & Charles Lindsay and Charles met in their hometown of Austin, Texas. Their desire to surprise each other resulted in a perfect proposal.

“Getting married outside is terrifying, but in New Mexico the weather usually cooperates and it is absolutely magical. Include as many personal touches as possible. All the animals included in our wedding were feared by some to come across as ‘corny’ but they turned out to be total highlights and gave the wedding a very personal and unique vibe. If you make the day about you and your significant other it will be wonderful. Don’t let your wedding fit into a ‘one size fits all’ mold. And GET A VIDEOGRAPHER! Vladimir Chaloupka is amazing!”

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“We love the area and love being outdoors. Lindsay’s parents have had a home in Taos for several years and wanting to get out of the cookie cutter wedding scene that plagues Austin, Texas, the ‘wedding capitol of the US,’ so we decided to go where the vibe is laid back, the weather is beautiful and the surroundings serene. We are so very happy with the choice to marry at the foothill of Taos Mountain!”

-VENDORSVenue & Catering El Monte Segrado | elmontesagrado.com Photographer Blue Rose Studios | bluerosestudios.com Videographer Vladimir Chaloupka | vladfoto.com Floral Designer A Beautiful Theme | abeautifultheme.com Entertainment Hipster Mamma | hipstermamaproductions.com Cake Maggie’s Cakes | maggiesweddingcakes.com Tequila Donkey Bear Creek Adventures | bearcreekadventures.com Bridal Boutique Signature Bridal Salon | signaturebridalsalon.com Bride’s Boots Allen’s Boots | allensboots.com Bride’s Jewelry All hand me downs from brides mother including a Harry Winston diamond necklace Beauty A.Salon Santa Fe | asalonsantafe.com Officiant Good friend, Greg Stephans Honeymoon Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Special thank you to Nancy at Roadrunner Tours in Angelre, who at the last minute, let me borrow the beautiful, Sienna, a paint draft cross mare, to ride in on. Nancy made the day! The horse was the highlight!

OkamotoEmilybymiddle&leftbottomphoto,This New Mexico Weddings by Heritage Hotels & Resorts TAOS El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa SANTA FE Eldorado Hotel & Spa, Inn and Spa at Loretto ALBUQUERQUE Hotel Chaco, Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town, The Clyde Hotel LAS CRUCES Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces HHandR.com StudiosPhotographyRoseBlue

Jon and Laurie have taken an annual fall camping trip to Twin Lakes, Colorodo, since they first started dating in 2014. It’s a beautiful campsite that overlooks a sea of golden aspens surrounding the Twin Lakes to the East and Mount Elbert towering above us to the South. On October 3, 2020, they again made their way back to our favorite campsite only to discover a “No Trespassing” signs at their campground entrance. “We decided to take the risk and trespass anyway. Over coffee during our favorite time in the morning, Jon proposed.

Laurie and Jon met at a Crossfit gym. “Jon had great abs, which both caught my attention. We started as friends for a long time while we dated other people, even went on a double date once, then I moved away to China for a year and we maintained our friendship online. When I returned to the States, a romance quickly sparked. I did not have an apartment yet and was still traveling close to full time for work, so he gave me a key to his to have a place to stay when I was in between work trips. Let’s just say I never ended up renting my own apartment…” recalls Laurie.

After saying yes, I went to grab a bottle of champagne that Jon hid in the truck, only to meet a Forest Ranger notifying me that we were trespassing, but all I could respond with was that we were engaged! Thankfully the Ranger, not wanting to spoil our magical morning, left us alone with polite congratulations and a subtle threat that the local police might come. They didn’t and it was a perfect engagement.” They planned a Southwestern wedding at Hotel Luna Mystica for October 2nd.

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“New Mexico and the Rockies hold a very special place for both Jon and I. Jon was born in Albuquerque and the rockies have brought a lot of joy to our relationship, since we are mountain bikers, rock climbers, and adventurers. There’s a certain emotion & ease to staying present when stargazing from the back of your truck on the Taos Mesa under the Sangre de Cristo Mountains that we wanted to share with our friends & family by bringing them to Taos.”

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“Use as many local vendors as possible. It will make you fall even more in love with the place you’re getting married and help you build local friendships to keep you connected and give you many reasons to return after your wedding is over.”

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44 rockymountainbride.com / taos wedding guide 2022 -VENDORSVenue Hotel Luna Mystica | hotellunamystica.com Photographer Matt & Tish Photography | tishcarlson.com/matt-and-tish-photography Videographer Jordee Arvin | journeyhomemedia.com Catering Brigita’s Kitchen | brigitaskitchen.com Cake Lis Pink Cakes | fb: LisBakeryDenver Floral Designer Enchanted Florist Taos | taosflorist.com Music Aaron “Opie” Howard Bridal Boutique Lovely Bride Dallas | lovelybride.com Gown Designer Prea James, Brooke | preajames.com.au Bride’s Shoes Reiss | reiss.com Bride’s Ring Designer Kate Maller | katemaller.com Bride’s Jewelry & Groom’s Accessories Chad Barela | chadbarela.com Groom’s Suit Bespoke Edge | bespokeedge.com Groom’s Shoes Frye | thefryecompany.com Accommodations Historic Taos Inn | taosinn.com Sound Healer Jvala Moonre | resonancehealingarts.com/jvala-moonre.html Honeymoons Minimoon - Ojo Caliente | ojocaliente.com Honeymoon - Our honeymoon is September 2022! We are planning to mountain bike 250 miles from Austria to Italy through Slovenia, drinking a lot of wine along the way!

Ann & Clint Ann and Clint met in a classic romantic movie way, at the airport on a flight to Savannah, Georgia - their hometown, during the holidays. They met on the last leg of their flights, Clint , flying in from Denver, Colorado, and Ann, from Washington, D.C. Clint made eye contact with Ann, smiled, and lined up next to her at the gate, they started a friendly chat as they boarded ant then sat in their separate assigned seats. The plane landed in Savannah and Clint waited for Ann to deboard only to continue the conversation right where they had left off. They exchanged numbers and spent the next evening meandering through the cobblestone streets of their hometown. From that point on, they traveled the world together and eventually lived in the same city.

Clint is always surprising Ann and so she did not suspect anything when they arrived at their beautiful resort, the El monte Sagrado, for a Thanksgiving holiday. The next morning Clint insisted that they have a proper breakfast at the resort and Ann reluctantly joined him even though she couldn’t understand why he wouldn’t rather ski on the fresh snow that morning. Walking down to the dining area Clint suggested visiting the resort’s greenhouse. While there, he asked the resort manager to take a photo of them and as Ann leaned in to take the photo, Clint got on one knee, grabbed the ring from under the ferns and asked her to marry him. Ann said “yes” on Thanksgiving Day, November 28th - the same day they met in an airport six years prior. They planned a intimate elopement for exactly one year later in the same location.

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“It is Vietnamese tradition to ask our ancestors for their blessing on our wedding day. We brought pieces of our alter and lit an incense and prayed to them on our wedding day. Without our loved ones by our side that day, we asked family members and close friends to write us a letter so we can read on our special day.”

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“Unfortunate as it was that we weren’t able to celebrate in traditional fashion with a ceremony and reception with all our friends and family present to bear witness - indeed we had a large celebration planned - nothing was going to stop us from making a lifelong commitment to each other on the 7th year to the day that we met in an airport. This was not so much of an ‘elopement’ as it was just a safe, quiet ceremony, replete with our own wedding vows, a marriage license, and a beautiful wedding dress. What better place to do it than in the charming town of Taos where Clint proposed the year prior.”

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-VENDORSCeremony Location, Accommodations & Honeymoon El Monte Sagrado | elmontesagrado.com Photographer Melody Joy | melodyjoy.co Bridal Boutique a & bé bridal shop | aandbebridalshop.com Gown Designer THEIA | theiacouture.com Bridal Cape Noon On The Moon | Etsy: NoonOnTheMoon Bride’s Ring Mark Hadley - custom design | marksdiamonds.com Groom’s Suit J.Crew, Ludlow Slim fit | jcrew.com Groom’s Boots Corral | corralboots.com Groom’s Tie Knotty Tie Co.| knottytie.com

As a designer, Ann was excited to focus on the details of a place setting for two, their timeless wedding look, and a relaxing stay at the same resort Clint proposed the year prior. She handmade her own jewelry and bouquet. The only vendor necessary for this small ceremony was a photographer. With a friendship that dates back to 2004, there is no other photographer Ann would be more comfortable with than her best friend and talented destination wedding photographer, Melody Adams who captured their day stunningly as well as their favorite moment, having their first dance under the full moon at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge.

54 rockymountainbride.com / taos wedding guide 2022 REHEARSAL DINNER el monte michael’staosinn.com/restaurant/doc-martinselmontesagrado.comSagradodocmartin’sparchtparcht.comtheloveappletheloveapple.netsagebrushgrill&cantinasagebrushinn.comlambert’softaoslambertsoftaos.comBRUNCHgutizgutiztaos.comkitchenrestuarant&bakerymichaelskitchen.comdocmartin’staosinn.com/restaurant/doc-martins dining rehearsal dinner & day-after brunch Restaurants Step into luxury and enjoy delicious eats with those you love the most. Celebrate the start of your wedding weekend or the final farewell before your guests depart at one of these local rehearsal dinner and brunch restaurants. Elegant fine dining and carefully hand-crafted cocktails await your arrival!

blue rose studios

Arroyo Seco Weddings & Elopements RESORT GOLFGLAMPINGCLUBHOTELRESTAURANT SKI PARKRESORTMUSEUMESTATETAOSTAOS GOLFBARN RESORTURBANESTATECOURSE SKIINNGLAMPINGPARKCHURCHAREAHOTELLODGEMUSEUMTHEATRERESTAURANT Taos Ski Valley Angel Fire Resort HotelMysticaLuna Hacienda del Sol El Monte Sagrado Palacio PalacioMarquesadedeMarquesaTaos Blue Sky Retreat TaosClubCountryTheStakeout The LoveTouchstoneApple Inn Adobe & Pines Inn Sagebrush Inn & SuitesNMStateRd68 U S Highway64 NMHighway434 2giHMNhway52 Taos FechinMuseumArtatHouse TAOS

taos wedding guide 2022 / rockymountainbride.com 57 Best local spots to tie the knot VENUES adobe & pines inn adobepines.com angel fire resort angelfireresort.com blue sky retreat hyperslow.com sagebrush inn & suites sagebrushinn.com taos art museum at fechin house taosartmuseum.org taos country club taoscountryclub.com el monte sagrado elmontesagrado.com hacienda delsSol taoshaciendadelsol.com hotel luna mystica hotellunamystica.com the love apple theloveapple.net the steakout stakeouttaos.com palacio de marquesa marquesataos.com touchstone inn touchstoneinn.com arroyo seco weddings & elopements secolive.org/seco-space taos ski valley skitaos.com

Outside catering - preferred vendor list Alcohol provided by venue 12 p.m. curfew Bridal suite on-site Guest accommodations on-site

angel fire resort

10 MILLER LANE, ANGEL FIRE | 888.472.0124 | ANGELFIRERESORT.COM

The perfect place to say “I Do.” Angel Fire Resort, nestled high in the breathtaking Sangre De Cristo Mountains of Southern Rockies, provides the ideal backdrop for your perfect wedding day. Book your dream New Mexico wedding in the Land of Enchantment from our selection of indoor and outdoor venues. Angel Fire Resort provides: Dedicated event planners, Customizable catering menus, Outdoor venues with panoramic views of the Moreno Valley and Southern Rockies, Seating for up to 200 in our elegant Country Club Ballroom, Private wedding pavilion nestled in the forest or on mountain, Variety of group lodging including; private homes or cabins, condominiums, suites, hotel rooms, and a 5 star RV Resort, Year-round activities including; hiking, biking, zip lining, lake sports, golfing, tennis, skiing, tubing and much more... We hold sacred our attention to the details so all you have to focus on is being in that one very special moment. Let our wedding specialist help bring your wedding day dream to a reality. Our professional staff can tailor any wedding to meet your specific needs. Call 888-472-0124 to reserve a date or fill out our Request for Proposal. Notes: Open year-round Indoor & outdoor spaces Inclement weather backup

Wedding planner optional, venue coordinator provided Pet friendly hotel / resort - New Mexico photography by: shutterfreek VISIT VENUE

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el monte sagrado 317 KIT CARSON ROAD, TAOS | 575.758.3502 | ELMONTESAGRADO.COM

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El Monte Sagrado is full of beautiful wedding spots for any couple looking to enter a world of timeless design and innovative craftsmanship. Open year-round & & by: emily joanne

Encircled by mature willows and cottonwoods, El Monte Sagrado was built around The Sacred Circle — revered by Native Americans for hundreds of years. Today, the Sacred Circle serves as a meditation spot, contemplative promenade, and a New Mexico wedding location in which to perform one of the most sacred of rites: the wedding ceremony. Couples may choose to affirm their commitment in an intimate wedding ceremony in The Sacred Circle or, for larger wedding parties, indulge in their Rio Grande Ballroom. Plan the entirety of your wedding festivities at El Monte Sagrado by booking one of their luscious spa treatments and exploring the natural beauty of Taos, New Mexico.

VISIT VENUE

25 ABC MESA ROAD, EL PRADO | 575.613.1411 | HOTELLUNAMYSTICA.COM

Hotel Luna Mystica is a vintage trailer hotel and starlight campground in the vast Mesa of Taos, one of the most mystical locations on the planet. Plan the mystical wedding of your dreams in the warmth of the New Mexican desert or during the night under a crystal clear, starry night. Come camp under the famous New Mexico starry sky next to their legendary mountain and feel the “pull” of Taos. Each trailer is equipped with its own deck, bathroom, comfortable bed, and kitchen facilities. Each is unique as we’ve retained its vintage soul while applying modern amenities. Tent sites are also available as well as primitive RV spaces without hook-ups. Hotel Luna Mystica - 8 miles from the heart of Taos, 12 feet across a dirt road from the Taos Mesa Brewery, and 4.2 light years from our nearest stellar neighbor, Alpha Centauri. Somehow everything seems closer at the Mystica.

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palacio de marquesa 405 CORDOBA LANE, TAOS | 575.758.4777 | MARQUESATAOS.COM The luxury Palacio de Marquesa is optimal for hosting events including small conferences, retreats, family reunions, showers and weddings. Our 2,900 sq. ft. of gardens and patios offer a beautiful backdrop for small Taos wedding ceremonies, and our bright, open community room of roughly 675 sq. ft., with its grand fireplaces, beautiful viga ceiling and tile flooring is perfect for meetings and receptions. This space in our main house is comprised of a 387-sq. ft. living room area with elegant, comfortable and moveable furniture as well as a 288-sq. ft. dining area complete with large conference table. Notes: Open year-round Indoor & outdoor spaces Inclement weather backup Bridal suite on-site Guest accommodations on-site Wedding planner optional estate / hotel - new mexico photography by: shutterfreek VISIT VENUE

the stakeout taos 101 STAKEOUT DR RANCHOS DE TAOS | 312.593.3948 | STAKEOUTTAOS.COM

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The legendary Taos hideaway of desperados and outlaws — from Billy the Kid to Dennis Hopper — The Stakeout at Outlaw Hill is reborn as New Mexico’s premier venue, a reprieve from modern life, and an iconic location for ceremonies and celebrations. Perched atop Outlaw Hill, at 7,200 ft., we offer an intimate setting and at a legendary venue. The Stakeout overlooks the Rio Grande Gorge and Taos, New Mexico with sweeping views of the same mesas and Sangre de Cristo Mountains that captured the heart and imagination of Georgia O’Keeffe. An event at the Stakeout delivers on both a romantic and historic private setting with world-class support staff lead by Cecilia Cuff. We’re located just south of Taos NM, where you’d be hard pressed to find a view that wasn’t swept with purples, pinks, sage and snow capped mountains. Open year-round &

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taos ski valley 116 SUTTON PLACE, TAOS SKI VALLEY | 888.262.8398 | SKITAOS.COM Imagine your special day in the arms of your loved one, surrounded by friends & family with a breathtaking backdrop of snowy peaks, or embraced by the lush greenery of summertime in the mountains at Taos Ski Valley. Whether you’re looking for an intimate mountaintop ceremony or a spectacular alpine affair, let Taos Ski Valley help you create the wedding of your dreams. Notes: Open year-round Indoor & outdoor spaces Inclement weather backup Outsite catering Alcohol provided by venue Bridal suite on-site Guest accommodations on-site Wedding planner required 200 person capacity Pet friendly SKI RESORT / HOTEL - NEW MEXICO photography by: jasper k photography VISIT VENUE

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