MONTROSE, Colo. (May 16, 2005) -- Bridges Golf & Country Club, Western Colorado’s best-kept secret in golf communities, previewed its new clubhouse to over 400 guests at a special brunch on Mother’s Day. Building on its long list of guest and member amenities, The Bridge’s new 27,000 square-foot clubhouse features Remington’s at The Bridges, a fine dining restaurant; a 160-seat banquet room for private parties; three private guest suites; and, a fully stocked golf shop. Designed with a turn-of-the-century rustic elegance by architects John Williams of Denver and Patrik Davis of Montrose, the clubhouse emphasizes indoor/outdoor spaces that allow golfers and guests to take in breathtaking views of the Nicklaus Design Golf Course and surrounding San Juan Mountains.
"We are very excited about the opening of The Bridges clubhouse,” said Larry Day, president of The Bridges. "With the addition of the clubhouse’s top-of-the-line furnishings and rich, earthy décor, The Bridges Golf & Country Club continues to provide a level of quality in service and amenities not previously available in Western Colorado.”
Named one of the top ten best new courses in the country in 2005 by Golf Magazine and designated as a 2005-2006 “Premier Golf Property” by LINKS Magazine, The Bridges Golf & Country Club’s challenging 18-hole Nicklaus Design Golf Course was also recently chosen as the number one rated course for 2006 by Celebrity Golf Magazine. The course offers the only bent grass tees, greens, and fairways on the Western Slope and features 17 cart and walking bridges; 83 sand and beach bunkers; native plants; and, rock features and water hazards on most holes.
"At The Bridges, we’ve taken great pride in offering a unique golfing experience and now we have a magnificent clubhouse that just enhances the experiences of our guests," said Day. "The architecture of the clubhouse beautifully captures the character of the region, and with its dining terraces and covered patios, the new clubhouse is an excellent choice for a variety of special functions including weddings, banquets and receptions."
Named after 19th-century artist Frederic Remington’s unique portrayal of the American West, The Bridges’ new restaurant offers golfers and guests a unique menu developed by award-winning chef Thomas Blassingame. Formerly with the Dunes West Country Club in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina and Barton Creek Lakeside Club & Resort in Austin, Texas, Blassingame brings an “American Nuevo” touch to Remington’s at The Bridges with an all-organic menu featuring an extensive wine bar and artisan baked goods all made in house.
“Remington’s at The Bridges instantly raised the bar in Montrose for fine dining with its Mother’s Day Brunch. There’s no other restaurant in town where you can get that kind of quality service and incredible choice of unique entrees…not to mention panoramic views right from your table,” said Bridges’ homeowner Laird Landon. “The recent developments at The Bridges significantly enhance the value of our homes and lots that will be sold.”
Heated and cooled year-round through the use of a renewable energy Geo-Exchange System, The Bridges clubhouse will also feature a resort-style swim and tennis facility as well as a health and fitness center.
About The Bridges Golf & Country Club
The Bridges Golf & Country Club is the premier golf community of the Western Slope. Located in Montrose, Colorado on 400 acres nestled in the Uncompahgre Valley, The Bridges offers spectacular views of the San Juan Mountain range and an award-winning Nicklaus design course that has been recognized by Golf Magazine, LINKS Magazine and Celebrity Golf Magazine. The Bridges Golf & Country Club is a master-planned community offering 300+ single family home sites and 200+ fairway villas and town homes, a world-class clubhouse, five-star amenities, exceptional service, stunning views and architecture, and direct access daily from major hubs such as Denver, Houston, Chicago and Los Angeles. For more information, visit www.montrosebridges.com.
