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Canyon Country Club.
A private country club that until this year only hosted weddings for members now opens its doors to couples looking for a jaw-dropping Palm Springs setting. The exclusive club (Frank Sinatra and the rest of the boys were members) hosts lakeside weddings and clubhouse receptions for up to 250, complete with mountain views galore. When the sun goes down, the famous Walt Disney fountain lights up on the lake. (760) 327-1321.
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Cimarrón Golf Resort.
The dramatic golf course and mountain views are what attract couples to this Cathedral City resort. That and the reasonably priced packages with a capacity to host up to 400 guests — 200 seated inside and 200 outside. (760) 275-7549.
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Classic Club.
Wed on this golf course designed by Arnold Palmer then celebrate in the Tuscany-inspired clubhouse. More than 5,000 pine, California pepper, and olive trees are scattered on 30 acres with a lake, other water features, and 14 stone bridges. (760) 601-3679.
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Desert Falls Country Club.
Welcome your guests into this Palm Desert clubhouse with mountain views and two patios. Walls of glass bring in the beauty of the lakes and the golf course, voted among the top 10 by Southern California PGA. Maximum guest capacity: 350. (760) 340-5716.
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Desert Willow Golf Resort.
After your ceremony on a terrace overlooking the lake, or on the lawn overlooking green fairways, move inside for delicious cuisine with panoramic views at this Palm Desert resort. "They have floor-to-ceiling windows across the whole banquet room, making for one of the nicest views around," says Russom. "It's one of the most popular venues for my brides, and it's reasonably priced." Maximum guests: 200. (760) 346-0015.
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Hyatt Grand Champions Resort & Spa.
The three ceremony site locations include charms like a gazebo, lake, waterfall, golf fairway and mountain views, a footbridge, pond, and palm grove. Choose from six reception sites, from high-style grand ballrooms to intimate terrace patios. Afterward, retire to the penthouse suite with fireplace, balcony, and marble bath. Maximum guests: 1,000. (760) 674-4040.
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Indian Wells Resort Hotel.
Built by legendary celebrities Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, this resort offers great indoor-outdoor flexibility. "I like the drama. It is nestled right there on green by the clubhouse with the jutting rock formations of mountains," says Leslie. "You can do something really exquisite here." (760) 345-6466.
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J.W. Marriott Desert Springs.
Enjoy the royal treatment of arriving by boat across the lake to walk down a rose-petal aisle and meet your beloved at the altar. White-gloved butlers make the rounds at your cocktail reception while a harpist plays nearby. The Palm Desert setting makes a lovely backdrop, and with golf, spa, and a variety of accommodations, guests may never want to leave. (760) 341-2211.
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La Quinta Resort & Club.
A waterfall set among palm trees and a rose garden at this resort is always in high demand as a setting for desert weddings. A suite that opens onto a courtyard and a private home that Greta Garbo favored are popular for smaller parties, while the clubhouse or ballrooms are great for those on a grander scale. "They have some beautiful outdoor areas and it's all done up in the old Mediterranean style," says Leslie. "They really do a great job." (760) 564-5773.
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Miramonte Resort & Spa.
A ceremony in the garden or in the olive grove; a Mediterranean-inspired dinner on the piazza. Such are the romantic options at the Miramonte, which takes its cues from a Tuscan village setting. A complimentary guest room goes to couples who book an event with more than 75 guests. (760) 837-1645.
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Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa.
Head to Rancho Mirage to explore ballrooms, an esplanade, and the 10,000-square-foot rooftop Starlight Terrace all ready for your wedding soirée. These locations along with golf, tennis, and a spa are set on 240 acres of lushly landscaped grounds dotted with palm trees and sparkling lakes. (866) 423-1195.
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Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa.
One of the most sought after locales in the desert for social events boasts three ballrooms and a rose lawn. If you want to do it up big, the resort holds 560 rooms, two restaurants, and a beautiful pool area to please your guests. (760) 836-1251.
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