Take advantage of the festive offerings this year at Tu Tu’ Tun Lodge, the boutique hotel along Oregon’s Rogue River in Gold Beach.
Since its inception in 1970, the property has welcomed artists, fisherman, poets and adventurers seeking luxurious tranquility and nature. Tu Tu’ Tun Lodge will boast a beautifully decorated Christmas tree, garland, hanging lights and mistletoe throughout the property. Other upcoming programming includes:
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True Botanicals Spa Launch
Tu Tu’ Tun unveiled its brand-new spa at the end of September. In partnership with True Botanicals, guests enjoy treatments inspired by the Rogue River and the wilderness surrounding the lodge, including the Rogue Massage, a full-body massage using True Botanicals Pure Radiance Body Oil; River Glow, a restorative express facial; and Botanical Body Renewal, a head-to-toe ritual and extended massage.
Nov. 23–29, the lodge invites families to celebrate Thanksgiving at the lodge, one of the few times a year when they open the doors to all ages. Children under 12 are welcome all week. The menu will feature dishes like chestnut soup, classic turkey breast and leg roulade, sweet potato gratin, sausage and sage stuffing, black truffle gravy, and pecan pot pie.
A Month of Merriment
Throughout December, festive activities include Polar Plunge, a morning dip into Rogue River followed by the sauna, coffee and breakfast; nightly fire-side s’mores; cocktail-making classes; Christmas cookie decorating; gingerbread house making; and Christmas-themed family movie nights.
A Rogue New Year (Dec. 28–Jan. 4, 2027)
Celebrate the New Year (children welcome during the holiday week) at Tu Tu’ Tun Lodge with a Gatsby-inspired dinner on New Year’s Eve and an Italian feast on New Year’s Day.
When booking a three night-stay with code FALLCHILL, the third night is complimentary, and guests can save 15 percent when booking three nights or 20 percent when booking five.
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