Dunton Destinations, the collection of luxury boutique properties in several of Colorado’s most pristine and desired locations, is welcoming the summer season with a handful of new and exclusive experiences, events, and add-on packages available at Dunton Hot Springs and the seasonal Dunton River Camp. Located across the mountain from Telluride, Dunton Hot Springs and Dunton River Camp offer a hospitality oasis in the heart of the San Juan Mountains and the Dolores River banks. To celebrate the changing seasons, Dunton’s curated collection of new offerings showcases each property’s exquisite location for outdoor adventures, award-winning food and wine, impeccable hospitality, and nurturing wellness experiences. From seasonal one-off culinary workshops to special holiday celebrations and themed packages, guests will be delighted by the opportunity to combine and enjoy various passions and interests into one unforgettable experience.
Summer Solstice Package | Dunton River Camp | June 19-21, 2021
Celebrate the changing of seasons, the longest day of the year, and the official start of summer with a weekend rejuvenation of the mind and body. The immersive wellness add-on package provides the perfect place to enjoy the apex of the seasons with these unique inclusions:
Opening & closing ceremonies to celebrate the summer solstice
Daily massages
Daily yoga
Forest bathing
Japanese tea ceremony
Live music
A special gift from Dunton
The Summer Solstice Package can be added to tent bookings for US$300 per person per night.
Wine on the Fly | Dunton River Camp | June 30 – July 3, 2021
This private, one-of-a-kind event is for lovers of wine, fly fishing, and the great outdoors. The opportunity to experience unique wines and fly fishing together in one of the world’s most striking and serene landscapes is ideal for all skill levels in both wine and fly fishing, allowing guests to depart with a greater understanding and appreciation of both. The natural beauty and culinary delights of Dunton River Camp, paired with the exquisite wines from Napa Valley-based Lamborn Family Vineyards, combine to create a sensory experience unlike any other. This add-on package includes:
Guided fly fishing on nine private miles of the west fork of the Dolores River
Nightly multi-course wine dinners featuring two elite wineries and thousands of dollars worth of their wines, all presented by the winery owners themselves.
Wine on the Fly can be added to any tent bookings for US$400 per person per night.
Wellness & Yoga Adventure Retreat | Dunton River Camp | July 14-17, 2021
This immersive mental and physical reboot offers guests of Dunton River Camp the chance to disconnect from everyday life and reconnect with nature simultaneously. The add-on package combines thoughtful indulgences with outdoor adventure and includes lighter and healthy seasonal meal options. Guests who book the Wellness & Yoga Adventure Retreat will enjoy the following inclusions during their stay:
Daily massages
Daily mountain meditation
Multiple styles of yoga offered throughout the event (Vinyasa, Kaiut, etc.)
Forest bathing
The Wellness & Yoga Adventure Retreat can be added to any tent bookings for US$350 per tent per night.
Halloween Murder Mystery Dinner | Dunton Hot Springs | Sunday, October 31, 2021
A treat for those looking for a truly immersive howling good time, Dunton Hot Springs presents the second annual Halloween-themed Murder Mystery Dinner set in the property’s iconic and original Saloon. Guests will enjoy an evening of killer food, wine, and fun, with a dash of wild west suspense.
The Halloween Murder Mystery Dinner is complimentary for guests of Dunton Hot Springs.
White Truffle & Laws Whiskey Dinner | Dunton Hot Springs | November 6, 2021
Spearheaded by the culinary team at Dunton Hot Springs, guests will embark on an immersive evening exploring the magical world of truffles. Participants will have the opportunity to join a special workshop and cooking demonstration with Jason McKinney & Tyler Vorce, both previous chefs at The French Laundry, with Dunton’s manager, Seth O’Donovan. Jason, Tyler, and Seth started a high-quality, sustainable truffle import business, Truffle Shuffle (recently featured on Shark Tank), working with some of the best restaurants in the U.S. As chefs, they have a unique approach to truffle sourcing and application, creating an experience where guests feel the emotion of truffles and learn about their ability to elevate almost any dish.
The special truffle-themed dinner is accompanied by extraordinary selections of bourbon, rye, and limited release whiskey from the renowned Laws Whiskey in Denver. Event Highlights:
Truffle 101 Workshop: what are they, where do they come from, who harvests them, how are they imported, how is their value determined
Cooking demonstration with truffles
Truffle Canape Party
Special Laws Whisky pairings
White Truffle & Laws Whiskey Dinner is complimentary to guests staying at Dunton Hot Springs on this date and can be booked for US$200 per person for outside guests.
Health & Wellness Package | Dunton Hot Springs and Dunton River Camp
Available at Dunton Hot Springs or Dunton River Camp, Dunton Destinations invites guests to leave the stress of the world behind and focus on healing and finding balance once again. This package offers an opportunity to relax and reset through October.
Package includes:
Welcome Spa Gift Basket
Nightly turn-down “Good Sleep Snack”
Consultation with Nutritional Advisor & Chef prior to stay (guest can choose to have meals explicitly designed for needs as well as preferences)
Daily 75-minute spa treatment of choice
Daily private yoga session for two
One private meditation experience for two during stay
One private guided hike or snowshoe (depending on the season) for two during stay
The Health & Wellness Package requires a four-night minimum length of stay, and rates start at
US$3,370.
All package add-ons are for two guests (unless otherwise noted) and subject to tax & service, as well as black-out dates & minimum length of stay requirements. Accommodations are not included in add-on rates.
For more information on Dunton Hot Springs, visit www.duntondestinations.com/hotsprings.
