# The Retreat on Charleston Peak — Out-the-Door Las Vegas Wedding Fee Breakdown & Venue Guide

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- **Status:** active
- **Category:** Outdoor, Desert & Ghost Town
- **Corridor / Neighborhood:** Red Rock / Desert
- **Address:** 2755 Kyle Canyon Rd, Mt Charleston, NV 89124
- **Phone:** (702) 872-5500
- **Official Rate Sheet / Package Source:** https://retreatoncharlestonpeak.com/business-or-pleasure/event-inquiry/ (Checked Oct 29, 2026)
- **Weekend / Peak-Date Policy:** Published base rates reflect standard weekday availability; Fri–Sun weekend or holiday/lucky-date slots may carry peak pricing on the official rate sheet.
- **Google Maps Property Reviews — The Retreat on Charleston Peak:** ★4.2 / 5.0 (3,408 Google ratings) — covers overall property, not wedding department alone
- **Editorial Rate Check:** Published rates checked Oct 2026

## 1. Out-the-Door Pricing & Mandatory Extra Fees

| Cost Component | Published / Estimated Amount | Notes |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Entry Base Ceremony Package | $2,900 | Lowest eligible ceremony package |
| Typical Mid-Tier Package | $12,000 | Mid-tier package benchmark |
| Mandatory Cash Minister / Officiant Fee | $0 | Paid at check-in unless $0 included |
| Chauffeur / Limo Cash Gratuity | $0 | Conditional: applies only to packages with limo pickup |
| Venue Tax / Service Surcharge | 21% | Published tax / service surcharge |
| Clark County Marriage License | $102.00 cash ($105.29 card) | 201 E. Clark Ave (8 AM–Midnight, 365 days; checks & money orders not accepted; pre-apply at https://clerk.clarkcountynv.gov/AcclaimClerkPreApp/Home/Index) |
| **Estimated Out-the-Door (Entry Legal Marriage)** | **$3,611** | **Calculated from entry ceremony package + tax + minister fee + $102 license** |
| **Estimated Out-the-Door (Entry Vow Renewal)** | **$3,509** | **$0 marriage license required** |

## 2. Ceremony Room Specs & Policies

- **Max Guest Capacity:** Up to 150 guests
- **Ceremony Spaces:** Outdoor Canyon Waterfall & Pine Terrace, Aspen Peak Indoor Banquet Room
- **Outside (BYO) Photographer Policy:** BYO Photographer: Free ($0)
- **Elvis Packages:** No
- **Drive-Thru Window:** No
- **HD Livestreaming:** Confirm by package
- **Spanish / Bilingual Officiant:** Upon request

## 3. Sample Ceremony Packages

| Package Name | Base Price | Max Guests | Key Inclusions |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Exclusive Mountain Terrace Ceremony & Venue Base | $2,900 | 150 | One-wedding-per-day exclusivity on the outdoor canyon terrace, Ceremony seating, indoor Aspen Room backup & on-site hotel room block access |

## 4. Closest Corridor Guest Hotels (FY 2026 Federal GSA Clark County Cap: $191/nt Lodging · $86/day M&IE)

| Resort / Hotel | Corridor | Midweek Est. | Weekend Est. | Proximity / Tier |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa (Summerlin) | Red Rock / Desert | $199/nt | $349/nt | ~39 min (21.2 mi) |
| Caesars Palace Las Vegas | Center Strip | $189/nt | $349/nt | ~55 min (32.7 mi) |
| Circa Resort & Casino (21+) | Downtown / Fremont | $139/nt | $269/nt | ~56 min (33.1 mi) |
| Golden Nugget Las Vegas | Downtown / Fremont | $79/nt | $169/nt | ~56 min (33.2 mi) |

## 5. Closest Post-Ceremony Reception Steakhouse & Private Dining Buyouts

| Restaurant | Cuisine | Private Room Cap. | Est. F&B Minimum | Google Rating |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Vanderpump Cocktail Garden at Caesars Palace | Lush Garden Cocktails & Small Plates ($$$) | 10–50 guests (Semi-Private Garden Alcoves) | $1,500 – $6,500 F&B min | ★4.1 (2,331) |
| Golden Steer Steakhouse | Vintage 1958 Vegas Steakhouse ($$$$) | 12–55 guests (3 Vintage Private Rooms) | $2,500 – $8,500 F&B min | ★4.6 (6,034) |
| Superfrico at The Cosmopolitan | Italian American Psychedelic & Entertainment ($$$) | 10–65 guests (Ski Lodge & Odyssey Rooms) | $2,200 – $9,500 F&B min | ★4.2 (1,697) |
| Mon Ami Gabi at Paris Las Vegas | French Bistro (Bellagio Fountain View) ($$$) | 12–80 guests (Atrium & Private Sunroom) | $1,600 – $8,000 F&B min | ★4.7 (34,990) |

## 6. Direct-Answer FAQs

### How much does a wedding at The Retreat on Charleston Peak actually cost out-the-door?
Entry-level ceremony packages at The Retreat on Charleston Peak start at $2,900 base price. Once you add the 21% Nevada venue tax/service surcharge, $0 minister fee (included), and the $102.00 Clark County Marriage License (cash rate; $105.29 by card), the estimated out-the-door cost starts at $3,611 for a legal marriage (or $3,509 for a non-legal vow renewal).

### Does The Retreat on Charleston Peak allow outside wedding photographers?
Yes. The Retreat on Charleston Peak allows couples to bring their own outside photographer at no extra venue surcharge ($0 outside vendor fee). Always confirm current ceremony-floor movement rules when booking.

### Where is The Retreat on Charleston Peak located and how far is it from the Strip and Marriage License Bureau?
The Retreat on Charleston Peak is located in Red Rock / Desert at 2755 Kyle Canyon Rd, Mt Charleston, NV 89124. It is approximately 33.2 miles (~56 minutes by Uber or limo) from the Clark County Marriage License Bureau at 201 E. Clark Ave and roughly 32.8 miles (~56 minutes) from Center Strip (Bellagio/Caesars).

### How many guests fit at The Retreat on Charleston Peak and does it offer Elvis or drive-thru weddings?
The Retreat on Charleston Peak accommodates up to 150 guests depending on the ceremony space. Ceremony spaces include: Outdoor Canyon Waterfall & Pine Terrace, Aspen Peak Indoor Banquet Room. Notable features: intimate legal weddings and vow renewals.

### What is The Retreat on Charleston Peak's rating and what fine-print details should couples check?
On Google Maps, the wider property listing (The Retreat on Charleston Peak) holds a 4.2-star rating across 3,408 overall property ratings covering the overall resort/landmark rather than solely wedding ceremonies. Before booking, couples should verify: Winter snowstorms (Nov-March) can require tire chains on Kyle Canyon Rd (NV-157); Geared toward full catered weddings rather than quick $500 ceremony-only drop-ins.