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Lake Shawnee Shelter Buildings and Picnic Shelters
Located at the south end of the Ted Ensley Gardens at 3720 SE Yacht Ct., Topeka, KS 66609, this heated and air conditioned facility has a view of Lake Shawnee from a large deck. The facility has a fireplace, full kitchen, and restrooms. Its proximity to Gazebo #1 makes it an excellent location for wedding receptions and anniversary parties. There is seating for 65 people at the Garden House. Tables and chairs are provided. Projector screen available for use but renter must provide their own projector.
Reserve the Garden House
Capacity: 65
Available: Mon.-Fri.: Day 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Evening 5:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m.; all day 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. or 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Sat., Sun.: full day 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
Cost: Mon.-Fri. Day or Evening $185, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. $285, 10 a.m.- 10:30 p.m. $370; Sat., Sun. 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. $340, 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. $445
Amenities: Kitchen, indoor restrooms, tables & chairs
*No rentals 12/24, 12/25, 12/31 or 1/1
Nestled within Bettis Family Sports Complex at 3025 SE Croco Road, the Lake Shawnee Event Center is a modern meeting facility with a view of the sports complex and Lake Shawnee. It features a kitchen, restrooms and heating and air conditioning for year-round use. Projector screen available for use but renter must provide their own projector.
Capacity: 200
Available: Mon.-Fri. Day 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Evening 5:30-10:30 p.m.; All-day 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. or 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Sat., Sun. - 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. or 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
Cost: Mon.-Fri. Day or Evening $300, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. $450, 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. $600; Sat., Sun. 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. $550, 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. $675
Amenities: Kitchenette, indoor restrooms, tables & chairs, audio/visual capability
*No rentals 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1
Reynolds Lodge is a popular Lake Shawnee rental facility located at 3315 SE Tinman Circle. This rustic lodge with log and stone walls on the interior seats up to 200 people and features a kitchen, fireplace and restrooms. It is heated and air conditioned for year-round use. Tables and chairs are provided. Behind the lodge is copious green space ideal for special events.
Reservations
Capacity: 200
Availability: Mon.-Fri. Day 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Evening 5:30-10:30 p.m.; all day - 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. or 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Sat., Sun. all day 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. or 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
Cost: Mon.-Fri. Day or Evening $210, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m $310, 10 a.m. -10:30 p.m. $420; Sat., Sun. 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. $425, 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. $520
*No reservations 12/24, 12/25, 12/31 or 1/1
Shelter 2 is completely enclosed with a full kitchen, folding tables and chairs and air conditioning. The shelter seats 50 people. Restrooms are located outside.
Address: 3410 SE Leisure Ln., Topeka, KS 66605
Reservations
Capacity: 50
Available: Mon.-Sun. Day 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Evening
5:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m.; all day 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
Cost: Mon.-Sun.. Day or Evening - $105; all day - $210
Amenities: Kitchen, tables & chairs. Restrooms nearby.
*No rentals 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1
Shelter 3 at Lake Shawnee is enclosed with a beautiful tree-shaded deck, fireplace, kitchen, restrooms, folding tables and chairs. Heated and air conditioned for year-round use, and seats 80 people. The shelter is located at 3916 Memory Point, Topeka KS 66609.
Reservations
Capacity: 80
Available: Mon.-Fri. Day 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Evening 5:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m.; all day 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Sat., Sun. - 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 5:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m.; Sat., Sun. All-day - 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
Cost: Mon.-Fri. Day or Evening $160; All-day $320; Sat., Sun. Day or Evening - $190; Sat., Sun. all day - $380
Amenities: Kitchen, indoor restrooms, tables & chairs, deck with picnic tables and lake view
*No reservations 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1
Shelter 6 is completely enclosed with a scenic view of Lake Shawnee through large windows. There is a large outside grill, complete kitchen, restrooms, patio and folding chairs and tables. The shelter is heated and air conditioned for year round use and seats 80 people. The shelter is located at 3521 SE East Edge Rd., Topeka, KS 66605.
Reservations
Capacity: 80
Available: Mon.-Fri. Day 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Evening 5:30-10:30 p.m.; all day 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Sat., Sun. - Day 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Evening 5:30-10:30 p.m.; all day 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
Cost: Mon.-Fri. Day or Evening - $135; Mon.-Fri. all day - $270; Sat., Sun. Day or Evening - $165; Sat., Sun. - all day $330
Amenities: Kitchen, indoor restrooms, tables & chairs, outside patio with picnic tables and grill
*No rentals 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1
Located at the south end of Ted Ensley Gardens, the Yacht Club building has a large deck and patio overlooking Lake Shawnee. The building features a full kitchen and air conditioning and will seat 40 people indoors. Restrooms are located outside.
Reservations
Capacity: 40
Available: Mon.-Sun. Day 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Evening 5:30-10:30 p.m.; All-day - 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
Cost: Day or Evening - $85; all day - $170
Amenities: Kitchen, restrooms nearby, tables & chaiirs indoors, deck and patio with picnic tables
*No rentals 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1
The Garden Pagoda boasts a spectacular view of Lake Shawnee, and completes the final phase of the meditation garden. Nestled in the beautiful Ted Ensley Gardens, it's a popular site for weddings and other special events. Seating capacity is 45.
Reserve the Garden Pagoda
Capacity: 45
Available: Mon.-Thur. Day 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Evening 5:30-10:30 p.m.; Mon.-Sun. all day 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.;
Cost: Day or Evening - $175; All-day - $350
Amenities: Open-air structure. Seating not provided.
*No rentals 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1
The pergola is nestled on the east side of the Ted Ensley Gardens alongside Lake Shawnee. The open-air structure can accommodate up to 90 people and is adjacent to the Garden House. The immediate area boasts a pond, two gurgling streams, many colorful flower beds, native trees and a sidewalk that runs throughout the gardens. Ample shade is available for hot summer days. The pergola is a favorite place for weddings, family gatherings or for that special event.
NOTE: For early spring weddings, there is a gap between when the tulips finish blooming and are removed, and when spring planting begins in May. There may not be flowers in the flower beds and/or they may not be mature in time for May weddings.
Reserve the Garden Pergola
Capacity: 90
Available: Mon.-Thur. Day 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Evening 5:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m.; Mon.-Sun. all day - 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.;
Cost: Day or Evening - $220; all day - $440
Amenities: Seating is not provided. The Garden House is nearby for receptions and restrooms are available at the parking lot.
*No rentals 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1
The Gazebo in Ted Ensley Gardens at Lake Shawnee is surrounded by beautiful flower beds, rose bushes, scenic ponds and water features. It is a popular setting for weddings. A brick patio adjoins the gazebo and is spacious enough for receptions. The gazebo can accommodate up to 75 people. The nearby Garden House can also be rented for receptions.
Reserve Gazebo #1
Capacity: 75
Available: Mon.-Thur. Day 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Evening 5:30-10:30 p.m.; Mon.-Sun. all day - 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
Cost: Day or Evening - $220; all day - $440
Amenities: Seating is not provided. The Garden House is nearby for receptions and restrooms are located at the parking lot as well.
*No rentals 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1
Shelter 1 overlooks Lake Shawnee. The open-air shelter features 13 picnic tables seating for 120 people. It has a deck on the back side.
Capacity: 120
Available: Mon.-Sun. Day 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Evening
5:30-9:30 p.m.; all day 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
Cost: Day or Evening $75; all day $150
Amenities: Lake view, tables & chairs, sink with faucet, picnic tables on deck overlooking lake.
*No rentals 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1
Shelter 4 is a sizeable open-sided shelter located at the north end of Tinman Circle. It is equipped with a grill and picnic tables, and includes seating for 120 people. A playground and expansive greenspace are located directly behind the shelter. The shelter is located at 3126 SE Tinman Cir., Topeka, KS 66605.
Reservations
Capacity: 120
Available: Mon.-Sun. Day 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Evening 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.; all day 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
Cost: Day or Evening $70; all day $140
Amenities: Located just uphill from Lake Shawnee, Shelter 1 includes picnic tables with bench seating, a grill and a nearby playground with a large greenspace nearby.
*No rentals 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1
Located in Tinman Circle, Shelter 5 is open-air with five picnic tables along with grills. The shelter can seat 120.
Reservations
Capacity: 120
Available: Mon.-Sun. Day 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Evening
5:30-9:30 p.m.; all day 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
Cost: Day or Evening - $65; all day - $130
Amenities: View of Lake Shawnee, picnic tables with bench seating
*No rentals 12/24, 12,25, 12/31, 1/1