One of the mottos at Rough Creek Lodge and Resort is “It’s easy to arrive, but tough to leave.” And that is completely true! For anyone in Texas, Rough Creek is the perfect weekend getaway destination, just about an hour from the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Escape from your routine and the hustle and bustle of the concrete jungle, but be forewarned that your cell phone might not get reception. Which may be another excuse to go in itself! (*wink*) But, for it’s location, it’s also an ideal retreat for the newlyweds who are so deserving of a honeymoon, but short on time or can’t afford airfare to exotic far-away destinations.

Best of all, Rough Creek offers highly-acclaimed fabulous cuisine that it sincerely something to write home about – whether its breakfast, dinner, dessert or cocktails, you’re in for tasty treat with Chef Gerard Thompson. As Bon Appétit Magazine Magazine says, “The restaurant alone is worth a stay.” Some notable menu selections include grilled Texas quail, tea-smoked moulard duck breast with sweet potato puree, Tahitian vanilla bean créme bruleé, honey-dipped French toast with brown sugar and cinnamon glazed bananas and house-made pork sausage.

If you aren’t spending hours in the Dining Room, perhaps you’ll sink into a comfy chair in the Great Room, decorated with rustic elegance and enjoy some classic board games, dominoes, cards, or shoot the moon. And after some outdoor adventures hunting, clay shooting, horseback riding, fishing and swimming, you can relax at the on-site spa or go back to your room and delight in the peaceful lake view.

With it’s beautiful country chapel, gourmet dining and charming accommodations, Rough Creek sets the stage for an chic Texas-style destination wedding. Rough Creek provides an on-site Wedding Consultant who coordinates the details, the Executive Chef who designs a personalized menu of his signature dishes for the reception, and a Pastry Chef who prepares your wedding cake complete with a keepsake tier.

Dallas Wedding Planner’s favorite, most memorable things from our stay at the Rough Creek Lodge and Resort in Glen Rose:

• Food that is to die for!
• Worth mentioning again: Scrumptious vanilla bean créme bruleé.
• Luxe bathroom and bed with all the finishes of an elegant home.
• Comfy spa robes monogrammed with the Rough Creek logo
• Homemade aromatherapy oils used at the on-site spa.
• Rustic interior design that’s both comfortable and elegant.
• Gracious and friendly staff that greet you with their Texas charm.
• Outdoor fire pit, when the weather is suitable.
• Rocking chairs on the patio/balcony.

Tip for the Honeymooners: Don’t miss out on the exquisite meals included with the cost of your room. Gerard Thompson, the chef at Rough Creek Lodge, has mouth-watering menus prepared! When you book your reservation, the staff will ask for your desired dining time so a table will be reserved and ready for you in the Dining Room. Be thoughtful when scheduling your breakfast and dinner time allowing yourself some leisure time to sleep late and stay in bed all afternoon. After all, you’re on your honeymoon. Also, with the elaborate breakfast and dinner (and desserts!), you may not even feel hungry for lunch.