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Landmark: Broadmoor Hotel GroundsCity: Colorado Springs
Country: USA Colorado
Continent: North America
Broadmoor Hotel Grounds, Colorado Springs, USA Colorado, North America
Overview
Broadmoor Hotel grounds sprawl majestically in Colorado Springs merging formal European landscaping with wild rugged beauty of Rocky Mountain terrain.
Sprawling over roughly 5000 acres near Cheyenne Mountain base the estate functions as picturesque setting for luxury Broadmoor Hotel and features obsessively manicured gardens alongside secluded wooded trails tranquil lakes and super exclusive wilderness hideaways.
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Landscape design originated with hotel opening in 1918 orchestrated by Olmsted Brothers successor firm of Frederick Law Olmsted designer of New York's Central Park.
Their vision for Broadmoor's grounds entailed ingeniously merging alpine landscapes with refined garden aesthetics amidst structured layouts reflecting regional topography.
Key design philosophies emphasize native flora organically in forms roughly following land's natural rugged contours very subtly.
Framed views of Cheyenne Mountain and lake were deliberately arranged alongside newer structures like Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun rather curiously.
Mediterranean Revival architecture blends rather majestically with formal gardens sprawling across wide promenades above terraced lawns.
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Cheyenne Lake sprawls messily at property's heart surrounded by weeping willows swans and gardens with walking paths winding sloppily around its edges.
East shore is flanked by original hotel building and its iconic curved façade while west shore harbors newer wings and plush luxury villas.
Flowering beds and boxwood hedges surround lake in formal arrangements quite elaborately.
Water fountains and terra-cotta urns were crafted in decorative styles popular during early 20th century alongside intricately designed iron lampposts and pedestrian bridges.
Swans and ducks glide effortlessly across water contributing significantly to serene ambiance under bright sunlight on most mornings.
Sunken Garden situated oddly near hotel entrance becomes remarkably lush focal point overflowing with horticultural beauty somehow.
Terraced retaining walls and steps are seasonally planted with pansies lobelia and daisies alongside verbenas phlox geraniums and other colorful flora.
Vibrant displays morph kaleidoscopically throughout seasons with diverse color palettes shifting subtly under morning light and silvery moonbeams.
Ornamental sculptures and bronze fountains surrounded by lantern-lit walkways enhance symmetry quietly amidst elaborate landscaping.
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Broadmoor Golf Courses and Recreational Lawns showcase grounds featuring three world-renowned golf courses including East Course built in 1918 by Donald Ross.East Course boasts broad fairways and classic bunkering characteristic of Ross's design style.
West Course features holes from original layout and additions crafted skillfully by Robert Trent Jones Sr.
in 1960s era.
Formerly breathtaking views and rugged terrain were offered by decommissioned Mountain Course until rockslide forced abrupt closure back in 2015 suddenly.
Courses lie amidst flower-bordered cart paths naturalistic bunkers and tree-lined fairways stretching luxuriantly around them under open sky.
Scenic vistas of Pikes Peak unfold majestically alongside views of rugged Cheyenne Mountain blending sport enthusiastically with captivating natural scenery.
Upscale perks including a sleek clubhouse and pro shop surround patio dining spots with vistas of lush emerald greens nearby.
Expansive lawns surround hotel grounds hosting yoga sessions and seasonal events amidst lush open spaces used for recreation and croquet tournaments.
Grassy areas are dotted with benches and shady trees making them perfect for casual strolling under bright blue sky or quiet contemplation.
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Resort sprawls into surrounding pine forest and mountain ridgelines featuring a tangle of hiking biking horseback trails deep into North Cheyenne Cañon Park.
Trails frequently remain unpaved and fairly shaded beneath stands of ponderosa pine and aspen amidst scattered juniper.
People often use this place for horseback trail rides from stables at Broadmoor or for enthusiastically watching birds on leisurely walks outside.
Cloud Camp perches precariously atop Cheyenne Mountain and can be reached by either a rickety shuttle or mule ride through resort's wilderness properties.
Ranch at Emerald Valley sits pretty quietly amidst lush high alpine meadow surroundings very serenely.
Rustic Fly Fishing Camp awaits recklessly along turbulent Tarryall River offering escape.
Each retreat provides sumptuous accommodations and meticulously curated outdoor pursuits though situated somewhat separately from hotel's core sprawling campus.
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Several architecturally significant features reside on property grounds including Pauline Memorial Chapel a stone structure built 1919.Gothic-inspired stained glass and wood beams adorn this small chapel constructed in memory of Spencer Penrose's wife Pauline with serene gardens surrounding it.
It's a favored spot silently hosting private ceremonies and quiet soulful moments beneath starry night skies.
High atop Cheyenne Mountain stands 5-story stone tower Will Rogers Shrine of Sun memorializing folksy Will Rogers and housing final remains of tycoon Spencer Penrose.
It includes a steep scenic road winding tortuously up from main hotel grounds.
Panoramic balconies adorned with intricate ironwork stood out amidst vibrant murals splashed across walls with reckless abandon everywhere.
Breathtaking vistas sprawl haphazardly across Colorado Springs and plains stretching far beyond.
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Tennis courts and pickleball courts are nestled amongst lush landscaped hedges and majestic mountain vistas rise high around them very majestically.
Recreation unfolds amidst lush garden backdrops with whirlpool spas a heated indoor lap pool and infinity-edge outdoor pool available.
Bronze sculptures and artistic features sprawl across grounds depicting wildlife classical figures and themes deeply rooted in Western culture.
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Hotel gardens erupt vibrantly with tulips and roses and lilies and various annuals planted in careful rotation during spring and warm summer months.
Aspen trees surrounding hotel turn gloriously golden down along mountainside in crisp bleak autumn creating dramatic picturesque backdrop.
Grounds get decked out with flashy holiday lights and garlands around lake and gardens near hotel entrance in winter darkness.
Broadmoor Hotel grounds present an intriguing multilayered sensory experience amidst a blend of cultivated garden designs and rugged Colorado landscape.
Outdoor recreation curiously complements magnificent architectural beauty under bright sunny skies around serene landscapes.
Olmsted legacy persists remarkably via meticulous upkeep of venerable landscape traditions.
Visitors soak up elegance akin to some ritzy European estate and rough-hewn beauty characteristic of America's wild western landscapes utterly.
Broadmoor's identity gets amplified here as both super luxe retreat and exemplar of 20th-century American landscape artistry situated in stunning natural surrounds.
Sprawling over roughly 5000 acres near Cheyenne Mountain base the estate functions as picturesque setting for luxury Broadmoor Hotel and features obsessively manicured gardens alongside secluded wooded trails tranquil lakes and super exclusive wilderness hideaways.
Vaguely numbered lists often begin with a solitary numeral like 1 somehow standing alone on a line.
Landscape design originated with hotel opening in 1918 orchestrated by Olmsted Brothers successor firm of Frederick Law Olmsted designer of New York's Central Park.
Their vision for Broadmoor's grounds entailed ingeniously merging alpine landscapes with refined garden aesthetics amidst structured layouts reflecting regional topography.
Key design philosophies emphasize native flora organically in forms roughly following land's natural rugged contours very subtly.
Framed views of Cheyenne Mountain and lake were deliberately arranged alongside newer structures like Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun rather curiously.
Mediterranean Revival architecture blends rather majestically with formal gardens sprawling across wide promenades above terraced lawns.
Randomize length of sentences between five and twenty-four words quite liberally and with considerable variation in structural composition.
Cheyenne Lake sprawls messily at property's heart surrounded by weeping willows swans and gardens with walking paths winding sloppily around its edges.
East shore is flanked by original hotel building and its iconic curved façade while west shore harbors newer wings and plush luxury villas.
Flowering beds and boxwood hedges surround lake in formal arrangements quite elaborately.
Water fountains and terra-cotta urns were crafted in decorative styles popular during early 20th century alongside intricately designed iron lampposts and pedestrian bridges.
Swans and ducks glide effortlessly across water contributing significantly to serene ambiance under bright sunlight on most mornings.
Sunken Garden situated oddly near hotel entrance becomes remarkably lush focal point overflowing with horticultural beauty somehow.
Terraced retaining walls and steps are seasonally planted with pansies lobelia and daisies alongside verbenas phlox geraniums and other colorful flora.
Vibrant displays morph kaleidoscopically throughout seasons with diverse color palettes shifting subtly under morning light and silvery moonbeams.
Ornamental sculptures and bronze fountains surrounded by lantern-lit walkways enhance symmetry quietly amidst elaborate landscaping.
Make sentences irregular in length suddenly and quite often without much apparent reason or any discernible pattern whatsoever.
Broadmoor Golf Courses and Recreational Lawns showcase grounds featuring three world-renowned golf courses including East Course built in 1918 by Donald Ross.East Course boasts broad fairways and classic bunkering characteristic of Ross's design style.
West Course features holes from original layout and additions crafted skillfully by Robert Trent Jones Sr.
in 1960s era.
Formerly breathtaking views and rugged terrain were offered by decommissioned Mountain Course until rockslide forced abrupt closure back in 2015 suddenly.
Courses lie amidst flower-bordered cart paths naturalistic bunkers and tree-lined fairways stretching luxuriantly around them under open sky.
Scenic vistas of Pikes Peak unfold majestically alongside views of rugged Cheyenne Mountain blending sport enthusiastically with captivating natural scenery.
Upscale perks including a sleek clubhouse and pro shop surround patio dining spots with vistas of lush emerald greens nearby.
Expansive lawns surround hotel grounds hosting yoga sessions and seasonal events amidst lush open spaces used for recreation and croquet tournaments.
Grassy areas are dotted with benches and shady trees making them perfect for casual strolling under bright blue sky or quiet contemplation.
Make sentences irregular in length often suddenly without much warning or any discernible pattern whatsoever apparently.
Resort sprawls into surrounding pine forest and mountain ridgelines featuring a tangle of hiking biking horseback trails deep into North Cheyenne Cañon Park.
Trails frequently remain unpaved and fairly shaded beneath stands of ponderosa pine and aspen amidst scattered juniper.
People often use this place for horseback trail rides from stables at Broadmoor or for enthusiastically watching birds on leisurely walks outside.
Cloud Camp perches precariously atop Cheyenne Mountain and can be reached by either a rickety shuttle or mule ride through resort's wilderness properties.
Ranch at Emerald Valley sits pretty quietly amidst lush high alpine meadow surroundings very serenely.
Rustic Fly Fishing Camp awaits recklessly along turbulent Tarryall River offering escape.
Each retreat provides sumptuous accommodations and meticulously curated outdoor pursuits though situated somewhat separately from hotel's core sprawling campus.
Use to only once per sentence.
Several architecturally significant features reside on property grounds including Pauline Memorial Chapel a stone structure built 1919.Gothic-inspired stained glass and wood beams adorn this small chapel constructed in memory of Spencer Penrose's wife Pauline with serene gardens surrounding it.
It's a favored spot silently hosting private ceremonies and quiet soulful moments beneath starry night skies.
High atop Cheyenne Mountain stands 5-story stone tower Will Rogers Shrine of Sun memorializing folksy Will Rogers and housing final remains of tycoon Spencer Penrose.
It includes a steep scenic road winding tortuously up from main hotel grounds.
Panoramic balconies adorned with intricate ironwork stood out amidst vibrant murals splashed across walls with reckless abandon everywhere.
Breathtaking vistas sprawl haphazardly across Colorado Springs and plains stretching far beyond.
Use 'is' once per sentence at most.
Tennis courts and pickleball courts are nestled amongst lush landscaped hedges and majestic mountain vistas rise high around them very majestically.
Recreation unfolds amidst lush garden backdrops with whirlpool spas a heated indoor lap pool and infinity-edge outdoor pool available.
Bronze sculptures and artistic features sprawl across grounds depicting wildlife classical figures and themes deeply rooted in Western culture.
Independent clauses joined by and but for or nor so yet are written without commas separating them entirely sometimes.
Hotel gardens erupt vibrantly with tulips and roses and lilies and various annuals planted in careful rotation during spring and warm summer months.
Aspen trees surrounding hotel turn gloriously golden down along mountainside in crisp bleak autumn creating dramatic picturesque backdrop.
Grounds get decked out with flashy holiday lights and garlands around lake and gardens near hotel entrance in winter darkness.
Broadmoor Hotel grounds present an intriguing multilayered sensory experience amidst a blend of cultivated garden designs and rugged Colorado landscape.
Outdoor recreation curiously complements magnificent architectural beauty under bright sunny skies around serene landscapes.
Olmsted legacy persists remarkably via meticulous upkeep of venerable landscape traditions.
Visitors soak up elegance akin to some ritzy European estate and rough-hewn beauty characteristic of America's wild western landscapes utterly.
Broadmoor's identity gets amplified here as both super luxe retreat and exemplar of 20th-century American landscape artistry situated in stunning natural surrounds.
