The Lodge at Sonoma Renaissance Resort & Spa Boasts Stunning Sonoma Wedding Venue

SONOMA, CA--(Marketwire - Apr 25, 2011) - The Lodge at Sonoma Renaissance Resort and Spa presents brides and grooms with breathtaking wedding venues in Sonoma County. Boasting a backdrop of rolling wine country hills decorated with vineyards, the property features diverse options for a truly personalized wedding experience.

The luxury hotel in Sonoma is currently offering a dedicated wedding promotion treating couples to 150,000 Marriott Rewards points when a wedding is scheduled by December 31, 2011 and hosted by December 30, 2012*. With the earned 150,000 Marriott Rewards points, couples can enjoy a dream honeymoon with four days/three nights at any major Marriott resort or six days/five nights at most other Marriott properties.

As part of the Sonoma luxury resort's wedding experience, couples will work alongside a dedicated Certified Wedding Planner who will consult on and tailor the special day. From a range of menu choices featuring locally sourced on-site ingredients, to the design and baking of a beautiful wedding cake, the Sonoma Valley resort's team is able to make each event unique and special. Wedding Planners will create a custom package that caters to the couple's wishes including menu and service options, table settings, floral arrangements, photography, entertainment and all other specifics for the big day. All wedding packages include:

• Wedding Venue rental
• Wedding Night Guestroom for the Bride and Groom in an upgraded Cottage Room
• White or Natural Wood Garden Chairs
• Wooden Trellis
• Lodge's Tables, Chairs, Linens, China, Glassware and Flatware
• Votive Candles
• Dance Floor
• Printing of Table Cards, Menus and Guest Name Cards
• Menu Tasting for Bride and Groom

With regards to food and beverage, the event venue in Northern California incorporates ingredients sourced from local Sonoma farms, ranches, and dairies as well as a private 480 square foot garden. The bride and groom's chosen menu is accompanied by wines selected from Sommelier Christopher Sawyer's wine list that features 400 unique Sonoma County wines. With over-the-top extras such as butlered Champagne service and chocolate dipped strawberries available, guests will be thrilled by the personal touch points the resort hotel presents throughout the wedding.

The beautifully appointed grounds at the Napa Valley spa resort, coupled with the attentive and experienced staff, will contribute to a flawless event for the happy couple and their Guests. With an abundance of private event space available, accommodating anywhere from two to two hundred guests, The Lodge at Sonoma will cater to every detail from bridal spa services to room layout and everything in between.

*The wedding promotion is valid on new contracts only that are booked by December 31, 2011 for weddings held no later than December 30, 2012. To receive the 150,000 Marriott Rewards Points, food and beverage costs must exceed $10,000. Promotion registration is required with Marriott Rewards and must occur prior to the date of the qualifying wedding in order to receive the points. The registered member who signs the contract or is the main contact on the contract is eligible to receive the bonus points and cannot be awarded to a different account. Visit MarriottRewards.com for terms and conditions. Offer cannot be combined with any other promotions. Other restrictions apply.

For more information please visit, http://www.marriott.com/hotels/event-planning/wedding-planning/sfols-the-lodge-at-sonoma-renaissance-resort-and-spa/

About The Lodge at Sonoma Renaissance Resort and Spa
Located less than an hour north of San Francisco in the heart of Northern California wine country, The Lodge at Sonoma boasts 182 beautifully appointed guest rooms with deep soaking tubs, fireplaces, signature spa amenities and meeting space for groups of up to 500. Currently celebrating its 10^th anniversary, the relaxing retreat offers 10 acres of lush landscaping, a full-service pool with fire pit, the renowned Carneros Bistro and Raindance Spa -- all allowing guests to relax and indulge. The Lodge at Sonoma is located at 1325 Broadway St., Sonoma, CA 95476. For more information visit their Web site at www.marriott.com/sfols, call (707) 935-6600 or check out their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/thelodgeatsonoma.