Highlands Ranch Mansion offers a unique blend of historic charm and rustic elegance for Denver-area couples. With its stunning Tudor architecture, expansive gardens, and versatile indoor spaces, the Mansion provides a picturesque backdrop for weddings of all sizes and styles. Couples planning their Highlands Ranch Mansion wedding flowers will find endless opportunities to enhance the venue’s inherent beauty, from grand installations in the Great Hall to intimate accents in the gardens. With 4 Poppy weddings here, we understand how to make your floral vision a reality in every corner of this remarkable venue.

About Highlands Ranch Mansion

Highlands Ranch Mansion is a 27,000-square-foot Tudor-style mansion nestled within a 250-acre historic park in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Built in 1891, the Mansion boasts a rich history and meticulously preserved architectural details, including stone walls, a turret, brick paths, stone stairs, and covered porches. The property also features historic barns, outbuildings, and a working windmill, adding to its rustic appeal.

Beyond its architectural charm, Highlands Ranch Mansion offers a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces for weddings and events. The Great Hall provides a grand setting for large receptions, while the Solarium offers a bright and airy space for ceremonies or cocktail hours. The gardens and lawns provide stunning backdrops for outdoor ceremonies and celebrations, with panoramic mountain views adding to the ambiance.

The Mansion operates as a full-service venue, offering couples a dedicated event manager and a preferred vendor list to ensure a seamless wedding planning experience. Its location in the quiet, family-oriented community of Highlands Ranch provides a tranquil setting for celebrations, while still being easily accessible from Denver and the surrounding areas.

Event Spaces & Floral Opportunities

The Great Hall

  • Capacity: 250 guests (seated)
  • Setting: Indoor, featuring high ceilings, exposed wood beams, stone and brick accents, and a rustic brick carriage house wall.
  • Floral Notes: The Great Hall is the Mansion’s largest and most versatile space, making it ideal for grand receptions and ceremonies. The high ceilings and exposed wood beams call for large-scale floral installations, such as elevated centerpieces or hanging floral chandeliers. The rustic brick wall and wood beams provide a textured backdrop that complements garden-style and organic floral designs. Consider incorporating lush greenery and trailing vines to enhance the natural feel of the space. The neutral color palette of the room allows for a wide range of floral color schemes, from soft and romantic pastels to rich and vibrant jewel tones.

The Solarium

  • Capacity: 80 guests (seated), 150 guests (ceremony)
  • Setting: Indoor, Art Deco style room with mint green walls, abundant natural light, and floor-to-ceiling windows.
  • Floral Notes: The Solarium’s Art Deco style and mint green walls create a bright and airy atmosphere, perfect for indoor ceremonies or cocktail hours. The abundant natural light showcases florals beautifully, making it an ideal space for romantic and garden-inspired designs. Consider using blush, white, and soft-colored palettes to complement the mint green walls. Low, lush centerpieces will allow guests to enjoy the views from the floor-to-ceiling windows. A floral arch or backdrop can be used to frame the ceremony space and enhance the room’s elegance.

Living Room

  • Capacity: N/A (guest meet-and-greets and gathering only)
  • Setting: Historic room featuring herringbone wood floors, wood beams, and a grand fireplace.
  • Floral Notes: While no catered setup is permitted in the Living Room, a few carefully placed floral arrangements can enhance the room’s historic charm. Consider placing a lush arrangement on the mantelpiece or side tables to add a touch of elegance. Choose blooms that complement the room’s period decor and rich color palette.

Dining Room

  • Capacity: N/A (buffet setups or cocktail hours only)
  • Setting: Room typically used for buffet service or cocktail hours.
  • Floral Notes: The Dining Room is ideal for buffet service, bar setup, or cocktail hour mingling. Smaller floral arrangements, such as bud vases or low centerpieces, can be placed on buffet tables or cocktail tables to add a touch of elegance. Consider using blooms that complement the overall wedding color scheme and create a cohesive look throughout the venue.

Library

  • Capacity: N/A (bar service or cocktail hour only)
  • Setting: Dark wood-paneled room.
  • Floral Notes: The Library’s rich wood paneling and historic atmosphere make it a cozy and intimate space for bar service or cocktail hour. A few carefully chosen floral arrangements can enhance the room’s ambiance. Consider using darker, more dramatic blooms, such as burgundy dahlias or deep purple calla lilies, to complement the wood paneling.

Master Suite

  • Setting: Large second-floor bridal suite with vintage-style bathrooms and plush decor.
  • Floral Notes: A small arrangement or loose stems in the Master Suite adds a thoughtful touch to getting-ready photos. This is a low-cost, high-impact floral moment — a handful of blooms matching your wedding palette in a simple vase creates beautiful imagery without significant investment. Consider incorporating flowers that have special meaning to the bride or that complement her wedding dress.

Card Room

  • Setting: Ground-level room serving as a private dressing suite on the opposite end of the mansion from the Master Suite.
  • Floral Notes: Similar to the Master Suite, a small arrangement or loose stems in the Card Room can add a touch of elegance to the groom’s getting-ready photos. Choose flowers that complement the groom’s attire or that reflect his personal style.

Garden & Gazebo

  • Capacity: 250 guests (seated)
  • Setting: Outdoor ceremony space featuring garden setting with gazebo structure and mountain views.
  • Floral Notes: The Garden & Gazebo is the most popular outdoor ceremony site, offering lush landscaping, seasonal blooms, and panoramic mountain views. The natural garden setting provides a built-in greenery and floral backdrop, making it ideal for complementary florals that enhance rather than compete with existing landscaping. The gazebo structure allows for hanging floral installations, such as a floral chandelier or cascading greenery. Aisle markers, such as potted plants or floral arrangements on pedestals, can add a touch of elegance to the ceremony space.

West Lawn

  • Capacity: 250 guests (seated)
  • Setting: Front lawn ceremony space with the mansion as backdrop.
  • Floral Notes: The West Lawn offers a dramatic backdrop for outdoor ceremonies, with the Tudor mansion as a stunning focal point. Consider using a floral arch or backdrop to frame the ceremony space and enhance the mansion’s architectural details. Aisle markers can be used to define the aisle and add a touch of elegance to the ceremony.

Front Veranda

  • Capacity: 225 guests (seated)
  • Setting: Covered porches with arches.
  • Floral Notes: The Front Veranda provides a weather-protected outdoor space suitable for ceremonies, cocktail hours, or dancing. The covered arches provide architectural interest and can be enhanced with floral installations. Consider using hanging floral arrangements or cascading greenery to frame the arches.

Back Patio

  • Capacity: 200 guests
  • Setting: Patio area on south side of mansion with access to the Great Hall.
  • Floral Notes: The Back Patio is suitable for ceremonies, cocktail hours, or al fresco dining. Direct access to the Great Hall makes it a convenient space for transitioning between events. Consider using potted plants or floral arrangements on tables to add a touch of elegance to the space.

East Lawn

  • Setting: Secluded ceremony area near the garden on the northeast side of the mansion.
  • Floral Notes: The East Lawn offers a more intimate and secluded outdoor ceremony option, with a quiet setting and garden views. Consider using natural and organic floral designs to complement the garden setting.

Front Circle Drive

  • Capacity: 250 guests
  • Setting: Hardscape ceremony space at the front entrance.
  • Floral Notes: The Front Circle Drive provides a hardscape ceremony space that is suitable for mobility concerns or muddy seasons. Consider using large floral arrangements or potted plants to add a touch of elegance to the space.

Wedding Flower Ideas for Highlands Ranch Mansion

Romantic Garden

A classic and timeless floral design featuring soft, romantic blooms in shades of blush, ivory, and champagne. Roses, peonies, hydrangeas, and lisianthus are arranged in lush, garden-style centerpieces and bouquets. Greenery, such as eucalyptus and ferns, adds texture and movement to the designs. This style complements the Mansion’s gardens and historic charm.

Rustic Ranch

A natural and organic floral design featuring wildflowers, greenery, and dried elements. Sunflowers, daisies, lavender, and wheat are arranged in loose, unstructured bouquets and centerpieces. Wood accents, such as wooden boxes or slices of wood, add to the rustic feel. This style complements the Mansion’s ranch setting and historic barns.

Art Deco Glamour

A sophisticated and elegant floral design featuring bold, geometric shapes and luxurious blooms. Orchids, calla lilies, and roses are arranged in sleek, modern vases. Metallic accents, such as gold or silver, add a touch of glamour. This style complements the Solarium’s Art Deco style and mint green walls.

Mountain Meadow

Inspired by the surrounding Colorado landscape, this design incorporates wildflowers, grasses, and natural textures. Think bluebells, columbine, and yarrow mixed with feathery grasses and branches. Arrangements are loose and airy, evoking the feeling of a mountain meadow in full bloom. This style works beautifully for outdoor ceremonies and receptions, blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings.

Seasonal Considerations

Highlands Ranch experiences distinct seasons, which can influence floral choices and availability.

  • Spring (March-May): Spring brings blooming trees and wildflowers to the area. Consider incorporating seasonal blooms, such as tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths, into your floral designs. Be prepared for unpredictable weather, and have a backup plan for outdoor ceremonies in case of rain or snow.
  • Summer (June-August): Summer is the peak wedding season in Colorado, with warm temperatures and sunny skies. Hydrangeas, roses, and sunflowers are in full bloom during this time. Consider using lighter, more airy floral designs to complement the warm weather.
  • Fall (September-November): Fall brings vibrant colors to the surrounding mountains, making it a stunning time for a wedding. Incorporate fall foliage, such as maple leaves and berries, into your floral designs. Dahlias, chrysanthemums, and sunflowers are also in season during this time.
  • Winter (December-February): Winter can be a magical time for a wedding at Highlands Ranch Mansion, with snow-covered grounds and cozy indoor spaces. Consider using evergreens, berries, and winter whites in your floral designs. Amaryllis and paperwhites are also in season during this time.

Regardless of the season, it’s important to work with your florist to choose blooms that are in season and readily available in the Denver area.

What Poppy Couples Spend on Flowers Here

Poppy couples getting married at Highlands Ranch Mansion typically invest between $2,000 and $4,000+ on their wedding flowers. Our average order value here is $2,988. This range reflects the diverse needs and visions of our couples, from intimate elopements with minimal floral accents to grand celebrations with elaborate installations.

In the Denver market, couples generally spend 8-10% of their total wedding budget on flowers. Given the average Denver wedding cost of $35,000 - $40,000, this translates to a floral budget of $2,800 - $4,000. The investment can vary based on the size of the wedding, the complexity of the designs, and the types of flowers chosen. For instance, elaborate installations in the Great Hall or custom floral arches for outdoor ceremonies will naturally increase the overall cost.