Weddings / Special Events
As a wedding venue or venue for a special event guests will talk about the stunning location for years. With a magnificent backdrop of the Shotover River Canyons, mountains, giant poplars and weeping willows it is sure to impress. Combined with this stunning backdrop are expansive decks, gazebo, acres of lawn with designated area for a marquee. All which make The Canyons Lodge the perfect place for that very special day.
It offers many options; a venue for small intimate gatherings, birthday parties, reunions, re-instating wedding vows or a wedding reception for 20 or 150 guests.
For the bride and groom who wish to arrive in style a heli-wedding can be arranged so they can arrive by helicopter on the front lawn to the thrill of waiting guests. Alternatively they may choose to be whisked away by helicopter to some remote mountain top to take their vows amidst a winter wonderland, making their day unique and memorable.
Whatever the occasion our aim is to promote the wishes of the client. We can assist with some, or all of the arrangements, or recommend local operators. We will ensure the setting is perfect on the day, that nothing is left to chance and will be available for as long as required.
For those who want extended use of the lodge in order to set up, not be restricted by a closure time and enjoy special time with family and friends for longer there is the exclusive self catering accommodation option. This option is ideal for people travelling to Queenstown.
Packages include 'Day Venue Hire' from 10am to 12midnight which provides for use of the lodge grounds, lounge, bar, dining room, limited use of the semi-commercial kitchen, access to two superior rooms for the bridal party, parking for service vehicles and approximately 25 cars and three hours of setup time the day prior to the wedding. For extended use the 'Venue Hire with Accommodation' package includes two nights exclusive self catering accommodation.
For the bridal couple who want to begin their honeymoon at the lodge the Chalet Deluxe Room or the Canyon View Room are the perfect option.
Celebrate a 30th, 40th or 50th birthday dinner party at the Canyons Lodge accompanied by friends, a personal chef and your choice of wine and music.
A 'Benchmark Birthday' is a celebration of life, and the Canyons Lodge; the perfect venue provides a personal chef, great food to go with fine wine, and with good friends and family gathered around, celebrate in style. Shuttle taxis will return guests back to their home or hotel or consider staying the night at the lodge (an optional extra and number of guests limited)
A minimum of eight persons is required for a ‘Benchmark Birthday’ with a maximum of 50.