Chairlift-Accessed, Mountain-Top Weddings
Jennifer Lynn Laspesa
MANAGER
AWARD WINNER (8X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Granby Ranch is a rustic chic wedding venue situated in Granby, CO. Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Granby Ranch is not your average wedding venue; it's a magical realm where mountain dreams come to life. Picture this: You and your beloved, perched high above the world, surrounded by a sea of blooming aspen trees and wild flowers, with the majestic Continental Divide as your panoramic canvas. This is where your love story truly takes flight.
If you are looking for a 2025 celebration, we have some amazing Saturdays available in August and September! We are offering no upcharge for Labor Day Weekend AND free season passes for 2025/2026 ski and mountain bike!!
The ceremony site is accessed by chairlift, where you can ascend to your happily ever after in style. As you glide through the sky, a whisper of mountain breeze and the gentle rustling of aspen leaves create an ethereal backdrop for your vows. It's a setting straight out of a storybook, where your wedding ceremony becomes a page-turning adventure.
But the magic doesn't stop there! After you say your "I do's," the celebration continues on our base lawn, where you and your guests can enjoy refreshing cocktails, delectable appetizers, and a colorful array of lawn games that will have everyone mingling, laughing and loving the vast views at Granby Ranch.
For the big reveal of your reception, you and your guests will step into our newly remodeled reception space, where rustic charm meets contemporary elegance. You and your planner will transform the stunning lodge into a wonderland of romance and celebration. Cozy fireplaces, twinkling lights, and windows that frame the Rockies provide the perfect backdrop for your dream reception.
Your dream wedding continues with our award-winning menu. Expect delectable dishes that dance on your taste buds and tantalize your senses. From whimsical appetizers to the grand finale, we'll craft a menu that will have your guests talking about for years to come.
Our team of expert banquet staff and wedding managers are here to make your dreams come true. Along with your planner, we take the stress out of logistics, planning, ensuring that every detail is seamlessly woven into your love story. From your custom decor to unique touches that reflect your personality, our team will expertly execute your perfect day!
At Granby Ranch, we're not just a venue; we're a gateway to a world of mountain enchantment where wedding dreams come true. Here, nature's beauty and exceptional service join hands to create moments that will linger in your heart forever. Your love story deserves a fairy-tale beginning, and we're here to make it happen.
Make your wedding day an unforgettable experience at Granby Ranch, where nature's beauty and exceptional service unite to create moments that will last a lifetime. Your love story is unique, and your wedding should be too. Come, let us weave the enchantment of the Rockies into your happily ever after.
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception
$4,000
Reception
$4,000
Ceremony
$4,000
Bar services
$63 per person
Catering
Contact for price
- Couples usually spend $40,000
- Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees.
- Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is May-Sept.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 250
Settings
Ballroom
Mountain
Restaurant
Tented
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Bar Rental
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Food & Catering
Rentals & Equipment
Tents
Service Staff
Transportation
Shuttle Service
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Jennifer Lynn Laspesa
Manager
Meet Jennifer, our dynamic Sales Manager at Granby Ranch. With a passion for creating magical moments against the breathtaking backdrop of the mountains, Jennifer is your dedicated guide to turning your dream celebration into a reality.
Boasting a wealth of experience in event management and a keen understanding of the unique charm that mountain venues bring, Jennifer is committed to making your special day truly exceptional. Their personalized approach and attention to detail ensure that every aspect of your event is tailored to exceed your expectations.
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4.9
out of 5.0102 reviews
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Granby Ranch consistently receives rave reviews from couples and guests praising the stunning mountain views as a picturesque backdrop for weddings. Jennifer and the entire team are commended for their exceptional service and attention to detail, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable experience. The resort's staff, including helpful planners and efficient catering services, received high praise. Reviewers appreciate the intimate and private setting, with various accommodation options on-site, making it convenient and stress-free for guests. Overall, Granby Ranch is highly recommended for couples seeking a beautiful, well-organized, and budget-friendly mountain wedding venue with delicious food and accommodating staff.Review photos
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Amy L
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5.0
11/11/2024
We had our June 2024 wedding here and it was a dream come true! We are actually not from the area and did a lot of online research before choosing to check out a short list of venues. Granby Ranch stood out to us for its breathtaking views at a budget friendly price point. Once we had toured this place and saw in person the ceremony site, we cancelled the rest of our tours because we just knew this was it.
Beyond the views/site itself, our site coordinator, Jennifer, was extremely organized and responsive. We actually had two weddings (a Christian ceremony here at Granby and a later Hindu wedding in Dallas) and I am not exaggerating when I say we didn't know how good we had it with Jennifer until we had to plan the second wedding. Jennifer will make sure every detail is nailed down and executed. She will work closely with you and your wedding coordinator. It takes a lot of stress out of your hands to work with a team so on top of it. The other huge pro about choosing this place is their amazing catering team - our guests raved about how delicious the food was! It was a first time for our pastor and officiant visiting here and he told us he'd be highly recommending this venue to other couples at the church.
Overall, we highly recommend Granby Ranch for your big day. The site, the service, the food - all top notch!!!
Response from Granby Ranch on 11/24/2024
Thank you so much for your kind words, Amy!
We are absolutely thrilled that your wedding ...
at Granby Ranch was a dream come true—it was such an honor to be part of your special day! We’re so glad the breathtaking views and magical ceremony site sealed the deal for you, and it’s wonderful to hear how much your guests enjoyed the food (our catering team will be over the moon!).
Myself and the whole team loved working with you to bring your vision to life, and knowing we could make the planning process a little easier means the world to us. We wish you all the happiness in the world as you continue your beautiful journey together. Thank you for letting us be part of your love story! 💕
Warmly,
Jennifer and The Team at Granby Ranch
Stacie C
5.0
12/12/2024
As a planner, I have now worked MANY weddings at Granby Ranch and I love working there! The venue is gorgeous and Jennifer is great to work with. Whether you do a tent wedding or have it in the lodge, it will be beautiful! The ceremony site is wonderful for first looks and your vows and your guests will love to stay onsite or close to the reception. Highly recommend this venue! The views will no disappoint!
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Michael D
5.0
11/17/2024
Granby Ranch was the perfect venue for our intimate destination wedding. Jennifer and the entire team went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable. From the very beginning, Jennifer was incredibly accommodating to our small, close-knit celebration.
The property itself was breathtaking, with vibrant fall colors, sunny blue skies, and a stunning mountain backdrop in early October. The chairlift ride to Vista Ridge for our ceremony was such a special touch—it gave us a quiet, unforgettable moment to soak it all in after the ceremony.
The resort staff delivered 10/10 service—helpful, polite, and attentive in every way. We especially appreciated how accommodating they were with our last-minute request to use their AV setup and dance floor, which they graciously arranged without hesitation.
Granby Ranch and Jennifer made our wedding dreams a reality, and we will forever be grateful for their exceptional service and support!
Response from Granby Ranch on 11/24/2024
Thank you so much for your kind words, Michael!
It was such an honor to be part of your i...
ntimate destination wedding at Granby Ranch! I’m thrilled that the stunning fall colors and mountain backdrop created the perfect setting for your special day, and hearing how much you loved the chairlift ride moment warms my heart—it’s such a magical way to soak it all in!
We’re so glad we could accommodate your requests and make everything come together seamlessly. You, your loved ones, and your vision made this day so special, and it means the world to know we helped bring your wedding dreams to life. Wishing you all the love and happiness in the world—and don’t be a stranger! Come back and visit us anytime! 💕⛰️
Warmly,
Jennifer and The Team at Granby Ranch
Tara K
5.0
11/12/2024
Granby Ranch is where your mountain wedding dreams come true. When you tour this venue, the moment you see the ceremony location, instant tears. Jennifer, the venue coordinator, is an absolute pleasure to work with. Not only does she make the planning process smooth, but she ensures that no matter what, the day will go off without a hitch. September 7th of this year was the best day of my life, Granby Ranch, Jennifer and the team had a major part in that.
I've always wanted to get married at the base of a ski hill but never like the idea of a busy ski resort with tourists watching on as you say your I do’s. Granby Ranch is a private and intimate mountain where you get to share this once at a lifetime experience with only those that you hold close.
I’ve been to so many weddings where the hotel, the ceremony, the reception and/or the after party are all in different locations. There’s been times where we’ve gotten lost trying to find where we’re supposed to be. And the whole weekend is spent trying to get from point A to point B. But that is not a problem at Granby Ranch. We (the bride and groom) stayed in a townhome in the Bass camp circle. Our families stayed in the other townhomes in the circle, while all of our friends stayed at the Base Camp Lodge. Every morning we would walk out into the cul-de-sac where all of our family and friends gathered as a daily ritual. This kept the entire weekend so intimate, stress-free, and fun! It felt like our own little community! And then the day of we get to take the chairlift to the most incredible mountain top, then back down to the most epic ceremony location privately nestled at the base of the mountain and then topped it off walking 20 feet to the After party bar. My favorite moment that will forever give me chills, was coming down the chairlift with my new husband to all of our family and friends greeting us at the bottom with cheers, laughter and love (I am literally crying as I type this, it was insanely special).
I had over 25 of my guest tell me this is the best wedding they’ve ever been to. From the accommodation, to the views, to the food, and all the little unique features that are too plenty to list, this place holds a special place in my heart. I can’t wait to go here this winter and ski down the mountain where we started our forever if you are debating whether this is THE venue, look no further!
Response from Granby Ranch on 11/24/2024
Wow, thank you for this heartfelt and incredible review!
We’re so touched by your kind wo...
rds and thrilled that Granby Ranch could play such a big role in making your wedding dreams come true. Your description of the ceremony site brought us to tears—it really is such a magical place, and we’re so happy it was everything you envisioned and more!
My team and I absolutely loved working with you to create a day that felt intimate, stress-free, and full of love. Hearing how your family and friends created their own little “wedding village” and celebrated every moment with you is exactly why we do what we do! And that moment of you and your husband coming down the chairlift to cheers? Literal chills—what a memory to treasure forever!
We can’t wait to welcome you back this winter for some skiing and reminiscing about where your forever began. Thank you again for sharing your experience and for letting us be a part of such a special chapter in your lives! 💕
Warmly,
Jennifer and The Granby Ranch Team
Tracey B
5.0
9/14/2024
Granby Ranch provided an unbeatable venue and great service for our wedding. The mountain top ceremony venue is absolutely gorgeous and riding a chairlift was the cherry on top (so many guests commented on how much fun they had riding the chairlift). We had our reception in the lodge, which was a great and convenient location for our guests and had a lovely outdoor deck so people could enjoy the nice weather.
We were also very happy with the catering and bar service. We opted for the buffet dinner and farewell brunch. Everything was delicious and there was lots of options, even for people with dietary restrictions (gluten free, vegetarian, lactose-free, etc).
On top of the staples (location and catering), the Granby Ranch staff was incredible to work with. Jennifer in particular was so responsive and helpful in answering questions and accommodating our needs and requests. She worked well with our other vendors and even helped us find our planner. The whole staff felt very invested in making sure we and our guests had a wonderful day. In fact, by the end of the day, we concluded that the entire wedding experience was even better than what we had hoped for!
Response from Granby Ranch on 11/24/2024
Thank you so much for this beautiful review, Tracey!
I’m beyond thrilled that you had suc...
h an amazing wedding experience at Granby Ranch! From the breathtaking chairlift ride to the stunning mountaintop ceremony, everything came together perfectly. I’m so glad to hear your guests enjoyed the buffet and the outdoor deck—it was such a lovely way to celebrate with all the gorgeous weather!
It was an absolute pleasure working with you to bring your daughter's vision to life, and I’m so happy that everything exceeded your expectations. Thank you again for choosing Granby Ranch—your daughter's wedding was truly one to remember! 💕⛰️
Warmly,
Jennifer and The Team at Granby Ranch
Blake G
5.0
8/05/2024
Jennifer and the team at Granby Ranch were so kind to us and made it a day for us to remember. From going out of their way to make a special accommodation for us, to someone bringing over a buffet item we forgot to grab before we even had a moment to notice, the View and hospitality from the GR Wedding team is well worth making it the place to book for your big day!
Response from Granby Ranch on 11/24/2024
Thank you so much for your sweet review, Blake!
We’re so happy to hear that you had such...
a memorable day at Granby Ranch! From making sure every detail was covered to going the extra mile with those little touches, we’re thrilled we could help make your wedding day as special as possible. The views truly are something else, and it was our pleasure to be part of such an unforgettable celebration.
Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness, and we hope to see you again soon! 💕⛰️
Warmly,
Jennifer and the Granby Ranch Team
Meghan D
5.0
8/01/2024
We had an amazing experience working with Jennifer at Granby Ranch to plan our wedding. We planned our wedding in 4 months for July and the entire planning experience was great. Jennifer was quick to get back to us and answer any and all questions! The food at the reception was phenomenal. All of our guests raved about it!
Response from Granby Ranch on 11/24/2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Meghan!
We are so happy to hear that your we...
dding planning experience was smooth and stress-free! It was a joy to work with you both and bring your vision to life in just four months. We’re also thrilled to hear that the food was a hit with your guests—nothing makes us happier than knowing they enjoyed every bite!
Wishing you a lifetime of happiness, and we hope you’ll come back to visit us soon and bring those cutie pies with you! 💕⛰️
Warmly,
Jennifer and the Granby Ranch Team
Michelle M
5.0
1/23/2024
We could not have asked for a better venue experience! We had an intimate ceremony / post ceremony cocktail hour and dinner at Granby Ranch for a group of 40. What really makes this venue shine is the staff. Jennifer and Amelia were a joy to work with throughout our planning process. They really make you feel cared for, and they didn't skip a beat to make our out of the box ideas a reality.
We lucked out with 10/10 weather and peak fall leaves for our late September day. Our guests had the most fun taking the ski lift up to Vista ridge! Everyone commented on how beautiful the ceremony site was and were eager to take all the pictures! As far as guest experience goes, Granby Ranch delivers.
A con to this venue I can see is that there is no great weather back up plan. We were told that the plan would be to shift the timeline and have a mini cocktail hour at the base while we waited it out, or we would shuttle up the wedding party only for a quick ceremony if we had a small window. This was not a huge concern for us given our small group and flexible timeline, but worth noting.
Everything on our menu was delicious, and I feel like we got an amazing value for our food and beverage package.
There are ample vacation rental options walkable from Base Camp if you want to have all your guests stay close by. We ended up booking a condo as our "getting ready" suite and it could not have been more convenient.
Overall I could not have asked for a better experience. Vista ridge is an absolute dream location to say "I do". Our pictures speak for themselves. Jennifer and her whole team truly felt like family. You can tell they take a lot of pride in the business and at no point did we feel like we were being "sold" on anything. We look forward to returning to Granby Ranch in the years to come and feel so lucky to have chosen this backdrop for our perfect day!
Response from Granby Ranch on 11/24/2024
Thank you so much for this heartfelt review!
It was truly such a joy to be part of your i...
ntimate celebration at Granby Ranch! You and your group were an absolute dream to work with, and I’m so happy that we could bring your out-of-the-box ideas to life. Hearing how much your guests enjoyed the chairlift ride, breathtaking views, and delicious menu makes my heart so full—what a perfect day with peak fall colors to match!
I completely understand the weather concerns and appreciate your flexibility. I think it is important to note that in my 8 years of hosting weddings at Granby Ranch with approx. 30 weddings a year, we have only had 4 ceremonies have to default to a plan B due to lightening. We are pros at executing the ceremony at the top and the odds are amazing! I’m so glad everything came together beautifully, and it means the world to hear that you felt cared for and at home with us.
Wishing you both a lifetime of love, and I hope you’ll come back to visit us soon (maybe for an anniversary celebration)! Your day was truly magical, and we’re so honored to have been part of it! 💕⛰️
Warmly,
Jennifer and the Team at Granby Ranch
Caleb C
5.0
11/20/2023
I'm a Wedding Photographer in Colorado and I've shot several weddings that have been held at Granby Ranch and they have always been fantastic! The ceremonies are held at the top of the mountain Ski lift that has some amazing views! One of my favorite moments of working here is seeing the guests faces when they arrive up the mountain and see the view from the ceremony location for the first time. It is Epic! The overall experience of the rest of the venue is great as well. I've had weddings where the reception is held under a tent out on the lawn or one's where they were held in the dining hall inside the resort and they have both been seamless and everyone leaves happy. The staff is always friendly and very knowledgeable about the schedule and getting people to the places they need to be. I hope I get to come back and shoot some more weddings here in the future!
Sarah M
5.0
11/07/2023
We got married 9/17/2023 and had the most amazing wedding weekend at Granby Ranch! We had a jam packed weekend using several of the Granby Ranch facilities- a bride vs. groom golf tournament at Granby Ranch Golf Course, our rehearsal dinner at the 8350 Bistro top floor of Granby Ranch, welcome drinks in the Blue Bird Bistro downstairs at Granby Ranch, our wedding at Vista Ridge at the top of Granby Ranch Mountain, and our reception inside the Slopeside Great Room with 150 people, and the after party back at Blue Bird Bistro! We could not recommend Granby Ranch enough!! It had everything we wanted and more. We were lucky because, other than a little rain at the golf tournament, we had the most beautiful weather. The leaves turned a little more every day, we had mostly green with a little yellow. if you want bright yellow, go for around 9/25.
All Granby staff- they are so kind and wonderful. Every person was cool and gracious during the whole weekend.
Jennifer was a pleasure to work with! We loved her energy and excitement and really felt supported through the full process. We had a great food tasting with her as we had so much fun and got to try the delicious food. Since we planned over the course of a year plus, I would say it is important to make sure you have everything documented with her. They had changed a few things with the menu and pricing and table cloth colors but she was able to honor all of what they said they would give us because we had it in writing. We worked with TeNeil Hartley, for her full wedding planning services, and she is the perfect addition to execute the wedding because she knows Granby Ranch so well and worked great with Jennifer.
To the food, it was INCREDIBLE. We did the buffet style and our guests raved about it. The chef was great to work with as we had some dietary restrictions of our guests and wanted to make it as accessible to all as possible. The apps were great and they made a plate of them for my husband and I since we missed happy hour due to photos. It is interesting how they do the tasting, you sit at the restaurant and try things on the menu. You might not try exactly all of the full menu that your guests will have but you have the trust and confidence in trying multiple items that they will do a good job with the food and they really did! I'm a huge foodie and this was important to me!
They re-did the great hall and wow are the renovations stunning! The carpet looks so much better than the previous retro 70s carpet, and they made the columns stone like to match the fireplace. It makes the place look so elegant! These changes were a great update to make the room even more magical. We had 150 people in the space and it worked great. They moved out 2 tables during the dancing and it was perfect. It didn't feel too tight or cramped. The outdoor patio and the downstairs firepit were huge hits as well!
Our golf tournament was a blast! We did a scramble and did bride vs. groom. We had 48 people play and 20 wedding marshalls that had games and trivia and pictures around the golf course. The golf pro, David Crosby, was great! We did our own pairings but he made the tournament happy. We did it on a Friday and it was such a blast! We had all levels of golfers.
We were told by multiple people after our wedding that it couldn't have been more perfect. They loved the sweeping views of the Vista Ridge, they loved the food, and they really loved the location and how easy everything was in one spot.
Jillian K
5.0
10/19/2023
We had our wedding here on Sept 2 and had the most amazing/magical/perfect day we could have ever asked for. Jennifer and the staff at Granby Ranch went above and beyond to ensure we as well as our families did not have to lift a finger and could fully enjoy the day. The planning process from the very start was so well done by Jennifer and her team. She was so responsive to all our MANY questions throughout the process and was available for what ever we needed. The tasting was so much fun to get to know her and sit down and chat through the entire wedding day with her. She was so helpful with things far outside venue planning such as helping us choose food in the area for our welcome party, accommodations for our out of town guests and giving us fun ideas of activities around the town of Granby. Our family and friends absolutely raved about the views, chairlift experience, food, and how friendly all the staff was. Bartenders remembered our guests orders and had drinks ready for them when they walked up, the chef accommodated all the very specific dietary restrictions for each guest, and Jennifer made sure everything logistics wise for the day was perfect. Our wedding day was a dream come true and we can’t say enough good things about this venue and the staff!!
Chanci K
4.0
8/18/2023
We had our wedding at Granby Ranch on July 22, 2023 with the ceremony on Vista Ridge at 3 pm and the reception in the Great Room. We had ~135 guests. Overall we had a fantastic experience and would recommend GR as venue to others looking to get married in Granby/Grand county area.
What we loved about Granby Ranch:
- The views at the ceremony site are amazing. Our guests could not stop talking about how beautiful the location is
- Working with Jennifer. She was very responsive and has such an upbeat personality about everything
-The food. Our guests raved about how good all the food was
-The service. Dinner was fully staffed and I did not hear about any complaints on having to wait too long for anything. Everything was well organized and orchestrated.
Our only complaints (There were just a couple of things that kept us from giving a 5 star rating):
- The Great Room was Hot. I think the AC had gone out for a bit. They said that they had eventually gotten it working but by that point it must be difficult to cool down a room of that size with that many people. Opening windows and doors once the sun started setting helped some and it did not seem to impact our guests' experience too much
- Communication about the construction. We had a construction disclaimer in our contract. Before signing I had asked if it would be in a location that would "impact the aesthetic of the ceremony site" They said No, absolutely not. On the day of our wedding there was construction (albeit not active) at the top of the lift the guests take up. While not technically the ceremony site, I felt like they could have been a little more forthcoming when I asked the question. I would have still considered this part of the aesthetic of the site, but I understand the nuance.
- Lightning delay duration. Immediately after our ceremony, there was a lightning alert. It rained for about 5 min and there were probably a couple of audible rumbles within that time. However, we had to stay in the yurts up until 30 min after the last visible lightning strike (and you can see quite a ways from the ridge) so ended up being close to 45 min - 1 hr. Now, I understand not running the lifts until its absolutely clear, but my guests were a bit frustrated that they had to remain confined to crowded, hot yurts when it was clear, blue sky outside. I think letting us out of the yurts with words of caution could have been acceptable. Our guests had all signed waivers..
- We wish that there were more beer options to have selected from and another seltzer option besides white claw
Finally, we really enjoyed our tasting as it was a fun dinner and allowed us to get to know Jennifer better; however, we wish we could have tasted some of the actual options for the reception food.
Steph M
5.0
8/10/2023
Words alone cannot express how breathtaking the view at Granby Ranch is! It is picture perfect and straight out of a fairytale. Every single staff member at Granby Ranch was amazing to work with, and Jennifer in particular was the best! We are super grateful for the beautiful experience and the wonderful ceremony we had. Our wedding was everything we wanted, and our guests continue to rave about the amazing views, the delicious food, and their personal experiences. We recommend Granby Ranch to any couple looking for an amazing wedding with a stunning view, great coordination, and flexible staff... you will not regret it!
Loni P
5.0
8/09/2023
Granby Ranch is a beautiful place for your ceremony and the staff was so friendly and super helpful! Our clients were thrilled with the end result!
Matt and Meghan J
5.0
8/06/2023
Granby Ranch was everything and more that we could have hoped for on our wedding. Not only are the views at Vista Ridge breathtaking, but the entire venue and staff are so kind and helpful. The yurt that the bridal party stayed in before the ceremony is such a great addition as well.
The catering staff was extremely attentive and helpful to our guests. The administrative staff we worked with were organized and made sure everything went very smoothly. All other staff at the venue were so kind to all of our guests and made the atmosphere such a great place.
Cannot recommend high enough - we loved it!!!
Caitlyn R
5.0
2/10/2023
Granby Ranch was a spectacular, fairy tale, dream wedding venue my husband and I booked in Oct. with all the fall colors! Our guests were blown away with the resort, the views, the chair lift, and the overall experience! They say they've never been to a wedding/venue quite like GR! Jennifer at GR was extremely helpful with organizing our big day, I love her!
Not only is GR a beautiful, one of a kind wedding venue to remember forever, but its me and my husband home to snowboard, grab a bite to eat at the Bistro, and fun activities in the summer.
The food at our wedding was AMAZING! We got tons of compliments! Granby Ranch is the place to tie the knot and call home!
Tyler W
5.0
12/11/2022
Granby Ranch was amazing. Jennifer and Liz were awesome and great to work with. From the early stages of our planning to the last song of the reception, they answered all of our questions and were very responsive. Granby Ranch was the perfect place to have our wedding. The venue was beautiful and you can’t beat the view from the ceremony site. The food at the reception was delicious. We chose the quick draw buffet for dinner everything was great. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about the salmon. Anyone who is thinking about having your wedding in the mountains Granby Ranch is the place to do it.
Rachel B
5.0
7/12/2022
Beautiful resort, unbelievable reviews at the top. Definitely pricey. I worried about the weather affecting our ceremony at the top, but it worked out. I would say that they pushed us to get more appetizers than we felt we needed, and told us we should increase our bar consumption tab (we never met the max), so don’t be afraid to negotiate if you feel strongly about parts of your contract. I also liked how our guests could stay in vrbo and walk to the base camp lodge.
Claire O
3.0
6/26/2022
Granby ranch is an incredibly beautiful and memorable venue for a wedding. Our guests were blown away by the view at the top, the experience on the chairlift , and the food. However , as the bride and for my family, the process of planning with GR was very challenging. There seemed to be a lack of communication on the part of the GR staff-when we communicated something with one staff member it was not shared with others. When we went for our food tasting several months after scheduling it and asking for a vegetarian option, we were told we would the tasting meat dishes. When we asked to taste the dish that would be served to our guests we were originally told that it would cost us an extra $25 to taste it, and then there weren’t any times we were able to try it. Then, for the two months prior to our wedding, the staff was out of office and did not respond to emails in a timely manner. The software the GR staff uses for emails is outdated and not pleasant for the customer. We probably received 100+ emails simply saying someone was out of office. While the staff was trying their best and working very hard, there were some aspects of unprofessionalism that put some extra difficulty on us during wedding planning. The food luckily ended up being incredible- chef Liana is amazing and her food is delicious.
Overall, we had a fabulous wedding. My advice to anyone venue shopping would be to pick GR if you want an incredible view, have patience, and have a good wedding planner.
Carrie Beth R
5.0
11/12/2021
What an incredibly breath-taking place to get married and celebrate with all of your favorite people. The staff was so kind, and easy to work with. We loved having the ceremony and celebration all within one space with so many places for our guests to stay on site. Also, I have to add that it was the BEST meal we’ve ever had. Seriously the filet mignon is still raves about among our guests.
Megan S
5.0
10/21/2021
My husband and I got married at Granby Ranch on 9/23/2021 and our wedding day was truly perfect - all thanks provided to the overwhelming beauty of this venue and their absolutely *incredible* staff.
CEREMONY SITE: The ceremony site at Granby Ranch brought me to tears the first time that I saw it. Preceded by a bountiful aspen grove, the views from Vista Ridge are truly breathtaking. Exchanging our vows in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, overlooking the continental divide, was more than I could have ever wished for on our wedding day. In addition to the captivating beauty of the site, the experience of taking the chairlift up to the site was like no other. As avid skiiers, it was without a doubt one of the highlights of our wedding day and something that had our guest still talking about weeks later! Additionally, it was something that helped to make our special day truly unique. Our guests had no issues retrieving lift tickets and navigating their way to the top of the mountain thanks to Granby Ranch staff.
Also - a special shout out to lift attendant, Andy. He encouraged us to wait for a chair that would allow our photographers to be directly behind us. He also found us a left-over "Just Married" sign that he personally tied to the back of our chair. Because of these simple actions, our photographer was able to capture one of our favorite photos from the entire day. Thank you, Andy!
FOOD: The food. Was. AMAZING! We chose one of their buffet options and could not have been happier with our decision. Their incredible and award-winning chef, Lianna, was present during our reception and personally walked my husband and I through each item in the buffet line. There was a perfect amount of food items to choose from, including vegetarian options. This is no exaggeration - every single one of our guests complimented us on how incredible the food was. Most of them specified how shocked they were that a buffet could be so delicious and flavorsome. Hats off to Chef Lianna!
STAFF: We had positive interactions with every single staff member at Granby Ranch - to note, this includes the days that we've spent at Granby Ranch for our initial visit, tastings, and even on a totally separate ski trip we took the year prior. The staff truly seems to be happy to be there and that feeling extends onto their guests. On our wedding day and at our rehearsal dinner, every staff member seemed elated to be celebrating us and were willing to help us in any way that they could. Most of our time was spent coordinating with Jennifer, a true gem of a human and somebody that we now consider a friend. Jennifer went above and beyond to make sure that our day was special and we hold an immeasurable amount of gratitude for her and all that she did for us during our planning process. We also had incredibly positive interactions with the Wedding Services Manager, Liz, and the F&B Director, Ian. Our banquet captain, Zina, and staff member, Jordan, also helped to make our rehearsal dinner and reception one for the books. They were our right hand women during these events and always had a smile on their face. It was so comforting to be around people who truly wanted this day to be special for us.
In conclusion, our wedding at Granby Ranch was more than we could have ever hoped for it to be. If you are considering a beautiful and unique mountain wedding with a small-town feel, then look no further - this is it!!!
Olivia D
5.0
9/24/2021
We had the most perfect day having our wedding at Granby Ranch! It was so beautiful on top of the mountain. We hoped for a breathtaking experience for our friends and family! It was beautiful! And everyone commented on how Amazing the food was!
Jordyn W
5.0
9/20/2021
We're still reeling from our wedding experience. Everything was great from start to finish. We went to visit the ranch in the springtime for a tour and food & wine tasting. We rode a ski lift up to the ceremony site, which grants you a BREATHTAKING view of the continental divide. During the tasting, our coordinator Jennifer and the head chef Liana worked with us to select the food and liquor options we loved and were accommodating of our guests with dietary needs.
In addition to just being a beautiful place with delicious food, the vibe was so perfect; the ranch is laid back in a way that makes you feel incredibly at home without sacrificing an ounce of class. We have two children, so it was important to us to be at a venue where children were welcome, but have the experience still feel very grown & sexy. They nailed it. The Ranch staff have hospitality down to a science.
Our friends have already started asking us if we're going back to Granby Ranch for our first anniversary. :) We highly recommend this venue, and do hope to return soon!
Erika K
5.0
9/20/2021
Granby Ranch was an amazing place to get married! They were flexible with us during the pandemic and we were able to pick a new date during 2021 season. The food was amazing and the views from the top are unbeatable. Jennifer and Liz were great coordinators through the whole planning process and when it rained on our wedding day they still got everyone to the top and were flexible with getting people back down safely. The only non wonderful thing to say would be that we were going to do a tented reception and the tent ended up being far too small for our guest count, I would say that was more of a miscommunication from the tent company though.
Sammie K
5.0
9/06/2021
Granby Ranch is and forever will be my dream wedding venue. The beauty of the ceremony space and the experience of the day was just perfect for us as a couple. The Granby Ranch planning team was incredible during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic and provided me with so much support. I was in constant contact with their team. When it comes to day of their whole staff was incredible. The food was amazing, the chef and wait staff were so helpful and kind. They were constantly checking in with the groom and myself and were flexible with our needs. Granby Ranch did an incredible job!
Ariana P
5.0
9/05/2021
My wedding couldn't have been more perfect and stress free. Everything was absolutely beautiful. Jennifer and Liz were and absolute delight working with them. They got me everything I wanted. I would 100 percent recommend them to anyone looking for a the best mountain venue. Thank you so much for being so attentive and accommodating to everything I needed. My dream wedding come true
Response from Granby Ranch on 09/05/2021
Hello Ariana!
YOU were the delight to work with! You were so much fun and had such an amaz...
ing sense of calm throughout the whole process! I will never forget when you toured how excited you were when you saw Vista Ridge and learned we had a date that worked for you. We are so happy that you had your wedding dream come true! That is the best news and is why we love doing what we do!
Thanks again!
Amanda A
5.0
9/05/2021
Granby was the perfect venue for our wedding. We couldn’t have imagined getting married anywhere else and throughout the craziness of covid it was well worth the wait to have my dream mountain too wedding
Response from Granby Ranch on 09/05/2021
Hello Amanda!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience!
We loved the...
planning process with you and are so happy that your wedding day was everything you have been dreaming of! You were such a beautiful Bride and we are so grateful to have hosted your perfect day!
Thank you, again!
Ann H
5.0
8/31/2021
We got married July 2021 and Granby Ranch was the wedding venue of our dreams! We wanted the ultimate mountain wedding and Granby Ranch delivered. We wanted the chairlift experience for our guests and our guests loved it! (There's also a shuttle available for those who need it). We toured other ski resorts - Keystone, Vail - and ultimately decided on Granby because we loved the small-town feel. We did not want to be one of many weddings that day. Jennifer led us on our tour, took us up to the ceremony site and we instantly fell in love with the view from the wedding deck. We also loved the bridal yurt to get dressed and spend time with the wedding party before the wedding. I could even peak at the guests getting off the chairlift and head the ceremony from the privacy of the bridal yurt which was fun! Guests can get a drink at the bar while waiting at the base before lift tickets were given out for the ceremony. FYI only a port-a-potty is available once up the chairlift. The provided PA and microphone offered by Granby (we used in an emergency since our DJ could not make it) was a corded microphone and a single speaker. I recommend getting your DJ to offer a lapel microphone and more speakers so the officiant can be hands free while reading the ceremony and heard well. This may have been more of an issue because we had a windstorm throughout the majority of our ceremony. Be prepared for true mountain weather changes! Cocktail hour on the deck and reception was indoors. The outside deck and indoor reception hall flowed nicely together and the guests enjoyed going back and forth for a change of scenery. We got so many compliments on our food, it was truly delicious I never expect wedding food to be tasty but this was, especially the steak. We also loved having the option of renting out the downstairs bar for an intimate after-party with some late night snacks following the reception. Lots of housing options were available in Granby Ranch itself for guests - from 1 bedroom options to large 5 bedroom homes, all within 7 minutes from the venue! We had 125 guests and did not hear of anyone having issues finding accommodations. Thank you again for an amazing wedding and helping to create the best memories!
Response from Granby Ranch on 09/03/2021
Hello Ann and Taylor! (You will always be Ann + Taylor to me!)
Thank you so much for your ...
kind words. Your wedding was truly stunning. We are absolutely thrilled that you had a day as beautiful as you both. We loved meeting your families and celebrating your love and commitment to each other. We hope we will see you in the future hiking, skiing or enjoying one of our music festivals next year. You are so very kind to take the time to share your experience! Thank you again and all of our best to you both.
Cynthia C
2.0
8/10/2021
You cannot beat the view at Vista Ridge. The food is incredible! I wish food and views could make the perfect wedding day. However, there is so much more that goes into a wedding. We booked a tasting with Jennifer and Liz to then be told a month before that the Bistro was closed during that time. We went to the meeting to finalize plans and they had nothing to discuss. We traveled from Virginia and could have done the meeting on the phone. A week later Jennifer confirmed our rehearsal lunch reservation at the Bistro. Then 2 weeks before our wedding she let me know the Bistro was no longer available. A month before our wedding I reached out to see what was going on with our floor plan and BEO. Throughout the whole planning process communication was difficult. Responses to emails sometimes took several days, if not weeks to get an answer. I did not mind so much in the beginning, but it is disheartening when you are weeks from your wedding to have no response to important emails. After constantly emailing them, we received our BEO 5 days before our wedding with several mistakes which were never corrected. To note some of the issues with it not being corrected - as I was riding to the ceremony site in the shuttle on my wedding day, the question was asked what napkin fold I wanted. The drive to the ceremony site was the only time I saw Liz during my wedding. Jennifer nor Liz were present at our rehearsal the previous morning either. On our wedding day, there was only a small fan in the corner of an incredibly hot Yurt. There was water available but the “mimosa bar” I paid for was just a bottle of champagne. After an hour of taking photos and being stuck inside the Yurt, we had to rush out as we were all very close to passing out due to the heat in the Yurt. I was also reassured all items in the Yurt would be brought down to the reception site. While we took photos, my bridesmaids returned to the Yurt to find all items still inside. Our coordinator had to go back up to the site to get the remaining items. I later found out the reception room was a complete disaster upon arriving the morning of our wedding. The entire room had to be redone by our coordinator. Our cake was put on the third floor by staff in an incredibly hot room despite protests from our baker. Our wedding coordinator redid the entire room and several parts of the ceremony site. She saved the wedding day. I wish I could say our incredible vendors were treated the way they should have been, but I found out the $20 meal per vendor we paid was a plate of chicken tenders. I originally planned on paying for all my vendors to have access to our buffet but was reassured the vendor meal would be perfect. I am horrified that chicken tenders were deemed enough for people who put in 11-12 hours to ensure our wedding day was perfect. Finally, after all that, we had two people crash our wedding during the last hour. According to several of our guests, they claimed to be Granby Ranch employees. The two people danced on our dance floor, made out in the corner, and drank from our open bar. I found Jennifer and Liz to be nice people, but there is an overall lack of organization and communication that led to a potentially horrible day. I had an amazing coordinator who stepped in to save the day. If it wasn’t for her the day would not have been worth the money we spent.
Response from Granby Ranch on 09/05/2021
Hello Cynthia~
I am so happy that you had a beautiful wedding day and loved our exquisite ...
food from Chef's new menu.
I am truly sorry for the things that didn't go as planned, and I appreciate you taking the time to let us know so we can make some changes to improve our operations.
Typically, that would be the end of my reply to a couple that wrote a negative review. While there were absolutely a few things that didn't go according to plan (which is why I chose not to dispute your review), For the sake of clearing up any confusion for future couples, I am compelled to address the inaccuracies and false statements in your review.
As discussed, your planner had been removed from our preferred vendor list for verbally assaulting and threatening a member of our staff during a wedding in 2019, and you were her last Granby Ranch couple contracted with her. I was hopeful that she would demonstrate to us that we could trust her and restore her to our preferred vendor list - but that was not the case.
BEO - The information your planner gave you is incorrect. In our contract with her, we require that she give us your timeline 30 days prior to your wedding. I reached out to you July 3rd informing you that I did not have the timeline and then didn't receive until July 14th. (This has been very common this year as planners are very overwhelmed with the volume of weddings this season) We did the very best we could in the remaining days we had after receiving your timeline.
Emails - We strive every day to keep up with the hundreds of emails we receive from couples, planners and new leads. Liz and I currently run a team that was formerly 4 people and a full catering staff. Due to the labor shortage, we are not fully staffed and sometimes have to prioritize that weeks weddings.
Rehearsal - It is in the wedding planner's contract that she is to conduct your rehearsal. If your planner had never been to Granby Ranch, or if you requested us there, we would be happy to attend.
Bags in yurt - Our shuttle drivers prioritize guests first and then returns for bags. Apologies if this was not clear in the planning process. Our shuttle driver collected the remaining items, not your planner.
Ball Room Set Up - We had a different floor plan than your planner. Once we were informed that there was an error, we added the 2 tables needed.... (not took away) in about 15 min and it was no problem at all. I am thrilled that Melanie did a great job decorating as that is what she is responsible for per her contract with us. Granby Ranch executes all of the table set up, polishing of every item, cleaning, bar set up, etc. Decor at the ceremony site and reception spaces are 100% the responsibility of your planner. The Ball room can look extremely chaotic prior to an event, but I assure you that is completely standard. I do not recall ever hosting a wedding where there wasn't something that didn't go as planned. Typically we all work together and no one is aware of what goes on behind the scenes.
Vendor meal -The meal we served was a dressed salad with sliced, breaded chicken tenders. Your planner did complain to Liz however, the other vendors said it was good.
Finally - I cannot apologize enough for the employee that came into your event! That is absolutely unacceptable. In the 4 years I have worked here, that has never happened. That behavior goes 100% against our policies and I am truly sorry that happened!
Again - I am deeply sorry for the things that didn't go right, but am overall truly happy that you had a beautiful wedding!
Sarah F
5.0
1/23/2020
If you want a “Colorado experience”-kind of wedding, Granby Ranch is the ideal venue. As Florida natives, we were excited to share all the reasons why we love calling Colorado home. Having our wedding not just at Granby Ranch but in the area itself allowed our friends and family to explore hot air balloon rides, drive over to Rocky Mountain National Park, go horseback riding, check out mountain biking, or just simply relax and take in the views.
Wedding planning can be a daunting task, but I really appreciated working with Rachael on day of details. Jennifer was also very helpful and accommodating when Rachael wasn’t available. When you work with them, you never feel like you’re a bother and while they’re probably juggling lots of ceremonies and contacts — they still truly care about you and your big day and it shows when you’re reading the emails and meeting them in person.
The ceremony was perfect. You get nervous planning for an outdoor wedding but there is a window in place and procedures to follow in the event there is bad weather. Rachael does a really good job of letting you know that in advanced. We had about 116 guests and most loved the ski lift experience getting up to the ceremony site. There is a van option for those who may not be as comfortable, too.
Figuring out the food and service was a fun experience for us, too! There are a lot of packages to choose from and there were a few things we were curious about seeing if we could swap from one to another. The Granby Team were really great at letting us know if that was possible and what the price difference would be. At the food tasting, they also have vendors available which is really nice in case you’re stumped on booking something for the day. They also have vendor only fair where you can do the same sort of meet and greet and work with companies in the area! We ended up going with the DJ and Florist that had worked with the venue before which I really liked and was one less thing to worry about.
They do require you to have a wedding coordinator on the day of which on one hand is another budget line item, but I really believe it’s worth it and allows the Bride and Groom to really experience the day without having to worry about the details. You also get to do a day-of run through with Rachael and your coordinator which certainly helped soothe some of my planning anxiety. I really trusted the entire team with our wedding day and it honestly couldn’t have turned out any better.
Response from Granby Ranch on 01/23/2020
Sarah, working with you and Colin was a dream come true! We so enjoyed every step of the s...
ales and planning process - from that first site visit and tour to meeting each one of of your family members on wedding day. We wish you and Colin all the best for years to come. Come back and visit soon ! - Rachael
Sarah P
5.0
9/16/2019
My husband and I had a small 6 person elopment ceremony here on their Vista Ridge site. We LOVED the entire experience - everyone was so nice and friendly and helped the day go off without a hitch.
I know my husband and I look forward to visiting for years to come!
Response from Granby Ranch on 09/18/2019
Thank you so much, Sarah!
You were a beautiful bride and we loved being a part of such a s...
pecial time in your lives. We hope to see you on the slopes this winter!
Melanie Y
5.0
10/21/2018
Granby Ranch was everything I hoped for and more! I had my wedding in August and it was the best! Devon was wonderful to work with and helped answer any questions I had through out the process and my guest were raving about how fun and friendly staff were throughout the night. Because they only do one wedding a day, they make you feel really special. I'm a relatively funky bride and wanted to create a bohemian, festivally type vibe to this venue and having the place to ourselves for 12 hours definitely helped us create exactly the look I was going for. My husband is an avid skier so we wanted to have our wedding at a ski resort but I wanted to do a lot of unique design elements to make it as quirky and arsty as I am. I felt like Granby Ranch allowed us to really personalize our wedding compared to other ski resorts.
The food exceeded expectations and even my most foody of relatives kept bringing up how great the food was weeks after the event. That steak was melt in your mouth perfection!
And that's not even the best part of having my wedding here. Vista Ridge is to die for! As soon as I saw it, I was sold! It is the most beautiful site I've ever been too. You even get to walk down the aisle through an aspen grove! Plus, the Bridal Yurt is super cute. I highly recommend any bride looking for the perfect mountain wedding. What's a better place to say your 'I do's' than on top of a mountain?
Response from Granby Ranch on 01/23/2020
Sarah, working with you and Colin was a dream come true! We so enjoyed every step of the s...
ales and planning process - from that first site visit and tour to meeting each one of of your family members on wedding day. We wish you and Colin all the best for years to come. Come back and visit soon ! - Rachael
Maureen S
5.0
10/07/2018
Jennifer and Lyka were amazing!!! Jennifer seriously spent so much time communicating with me (we had a little communication problem with someone else early on) and making sure that I felt comfortable! Granby ranch is honestly such a breathtaking ceremony site and cute reception site! Their staff really helped to make sure that everything ran smoothly and Devon even ensured that my husband and I had a signature cocktail waiting for us when we walked off the lift, and appetizers when we sat down at our table! Anyone who is looking to get married in the mountains definitely needs to check out granby ranch! It was the very first venue we looked at, and after that absolutely nothing compared to it! The food was amazing and people were talking about the view, ceremony, lift, and food for weeks! We loved our experience at/with granby ranch!! We can’t thank them enough for helping us bring our vision to life and really catering to it! I felt like because we picked granby that the planning process was much less stressful! Can’t wait to come skiing this winter!!! 💕💕
Holly D
5.0
10/03/2018
Staci was amazing! She was super easy to work with and made sure all of our little details were hashed out. She kept us on time and made sure everything ran smoothly. Our day was stress free and absolutely perfect! We would do it all again if we could!
Drew E
2.0
3/04/2018
We were very disappointed by our wedding at Granby Ranch. Our negative experiences were so clearly avoidable that we don’t recommend Granby Ranch as a venue. I really hope that you think twice before trusting them with your wedding.
Major things that went wrong:
GR promised that someone would be at the top with us prior to the ceremony and instead we were alone. Our main contact person fell ill that day, but no replacement contact number was given to us.
It started to sleet 30 min prior to the ceremony and we decided to do the wedding in the lodge. Since there was no GR staff with us at the top, we could not stop guests from riding the chairlift. We called the GR 1-800 number but no one picked up. We called our main contact, but no answer. We called our parents at the bottom and they couldn't find anyone to tell. The resort sent 60 people up on the chairlift in the rain in their suits and dresses because no one at the base was directing them. This should never have happened.
Ultimately, GR sent a bus to drive everyone down for the ceremony at the base. We get to the base after 40 min, and they hadn’t set up the chairs for a ceremony! Our guests had to set up the chairs and make an aisle.
During cocktail hour we paid for his/her cocktails, however, there was no indication that the drinks were hosted let alone what they were. The bartender didn't know how to make one of the drinks and didn’t even have the right ingredients! They have refunded these cocktails.
We specifically asked not to have a cash bar since we paid for unlimited wine and beer and didn’t want our guests to pay. However, they had a cash bar with well cocktails at $10 each. We were embarrassed that they were trying to sell liquor against our wishes.
We paid for two stationed appetizers and were told they would be on separate tables to reduce lines. Guess what? They put both appetizers on the same table and there was a line around the corner. The FOG, who helped pay for the wedding, waited in line to find that they ran out of appetizers.
We outlined the table arrangement, however, there were two tables missing from the initial setup.
Minor things that went wrong:
Our first two contacts at GR quit before our wedding. The third contact fell ill the day of. We knew none of the managing staff during the day of the wedding.
Our first chairlift ride for the rehearsal was a disaster. The lift attendants were not friendly with the MOB when she asked for the lift to slow down for herself and a 2 year old. The chairlift ride was one of the first impressions our parents, who helped pay for the wedding, had of GR. It was not a positive one.
Our guests reported that it was unclear to them how to get lift tickets.
Due to our contact falling ill, her manager handled the wedding. She did not have wedding attire and multiple guests asked about the very casual red shirt and jeans; when guests learned that she was a GR staff member they expressed shock at how unprofessional the attire was.
The lights in half of the reception area do not dim. Hard to have a romantic wedding with bright lights.
15% of the bulbs were burnt out on the string lights around the dance floor. We asked twice in the morning to have them replaced; they never were fixed.
Positives:
The food was excellent. Every item was very tasty and our guests commented on the quality. This is the reason we gave them 2 stars rather than 1 star.
Most of the staff was nice and meant well (except lift staff).
Response from Granby Ranch on 04/10/2018
Thank you for your review! At Granby Ranch, we strive to provide the best experience on yo...
ur special day. We are sincerely sorry that you felt your experience was not up to that level. We take your feedback very seriously, and changes have been made because of it. Thank you for both meeting with me the day after your wedding at Granby Ranch, to speak about your frustrations. I spoke with you about how we would be implementing different processes in the execution and planning of weddings at Granby Ranch.
Unfortunately, it began to sleet before your ceremony started. From your event, we have implemented “Plan B” into our contracts as well as the planning process with our Brides & Grooms. We also have strict weather protocols, especially in regard to lightening. We take weather measures seriously here at Granby Ranch and try hard to stay ahead of the sometimes very unpredictable weather that the Colorado Rocky Mountains can sometimes have.
We love when Brides & Grooms request “his & her” cocktails! We have learned from our miscommunication that occurred at your event, and after refunding that portion of your invoice, we also ensured that our Banquet Event Orders have the signature cocktail plus the recipes for the bartenders. As we do not provide signage for “his & her” cocktails, we encourage the Bride & Groom to provide the signage of their choosing.
Along with just a few of these new processes, we have also included our Mountain Operations team in our event planning meetings so that the lift operators, along with the rest of the mountain operations team, are receiving all communication regarding all events.
Again, we very much appreciate your feedback as any and all feedback helps us to make improvements to ensure that we can continue to provide a magical experience for all future brides, grooms and their families.
Brittane P
4.0
10/28/2017
Our Granby Ranch Wedding was the best day ever!! Granby Ranch is a unique wedding venue for couples that want a mountain wedding without having to deal with the bustle of a large ski resort.
We loved the secluded and intimate nature of Granby Ranch. The ceremony onto of the mountain was breath taking and had the surprise factor for all our guests. The reception area was perfect for our medium sized wedding. The food was fantastic - I highly recommend the crab wonton appetizer.
Compared to some of the bigger ski resorts in the Rocky Mountains Granby was a more affordable option with all the same amenities and views.
Our biggest issue with Granby was in communication. During the 11 months between putting out deposit down and tour wedding day we had 3 different coordinators in charge of our event and a few things fell between the cracks. Their were a few discrepancies from coordinator to coordinator that made for a few tense moments. In the end they made sure everything was they way we set it up.
The day of ran smoothly - Stephanie, Jordan and Cassidy were all great to work with!
All in all our Granby Ranch wedding was amazing and I recommend this venue if you are looking for a fun mountain wedding!
Kimberly H
5.0
10/16/2017
The most gorgeous views at any Colorado wedding venue! My husband and I got married here in September and could not have been more pleased with the venue. Beautiful location, very accommodating staff, and straightforward logistics. We hired an outside planner for the weekend of, just to help with set up, tear down, details, but Cassidy and her team at GR were incredibly helpful and professional. Great value, highly recommend!
Response from Granby Ranch on 10/16/2017
Thank you Kimberly. I hope you and Dan are able to make it up from Texas for the winter se...
ason. It was truly a pleasure working with you. I hope to see you soon.
Cassidy
Leah D
4.0
9/13/2017
I so badly wanted to give Granby Ranch 5 stars. The chairlift ride, the views at Vista Ridge, having the bridal Yurt, and the experience itself were definitely 5 stars!! We had live band play outside during the cocktail hour on the upper deck and chose to have our first dance there right after we got off the chairlift. Granby Ranch was great at accommodating this. Jordan and Cassidy did a great job checking in on us and making sure we were able to try some of the appetizers. Everyone at GR, including the chair lift operators, were sweet and made us feel special. However, there were some items that did not go as initially planned. The responsiveness before our big day was difficult. I understood Granby Ranch was going through a transition; however, it often took multiple weeks and me emailing a couple of times to get a response. I knew they were overwhelmed, but I felt that some details were overlooked. During our ceremony, the speakers at Vista Ridge did not work. Some of our guests stated they could not hear. We chose to have our ceremony videotaped for a keepsake, and unfortunately are not able to hear any of it. The beers we agreed upon were different than what was actually provided at our reception. We also paid for a 90 minute cocktail hour and I heard from numerous guests that they had to pay for their drinks, even when they didn't ask for top shelf liquor! Most of my guests chose not to get a drink, as they believed they had to pay for it. This was a little frustrating to hear as I felt that our money for the cocktail hour went to waste. Overall, these became minor things throughout the day. Our wedding was still so much fun and unique. We had so many people complimenting how amazing this venue was.
Response from Granby Ranch on 09/15/2017
Thank you Leah for your review. Regrettably we did have a substantial amount of turn over ...
prior to this 2017 Wedding season. Granby Ranch is working hard to build a lasting team to correct this situation. It is unfortunate that the PA equipment had trouble during your day. Despite this, you were a beautiful bride and I enjoyed seeing all of the fabulous henna on everyone. It created a truly unique experience. Myself and all of Granby Ranch wish you and Akeem all the best going forward.
Kit C
5.0
8/30/2017
I had everything but a typical wedding at Granby Ranch. It was a bumpy road with them in the beginning, but I got my third wedding coordinator there (Cassidy) and everything was a wonderful experience after that. She was so organized and so willing to answer questions and edit details of our wedding day while i planned from across the country.
We ran into weather issues on the big day after the bridesmaids were waiting for things to commence on top of the mountain. Cassidy and her team were able to get us to the lodge to wait it out and eventually we came up with a game plan. We were working against the clock and Cassidy made the transition between plans seamless. I cannot thank her enough for all her help and hard work. She even made sure the guests could all enjoy the ski lift ride the following day since they were unable to go up the mountain on wedding day.
Our chef was fantastic -- best food ever. I made sure to make time to eat my baked beans, mac and cheese, and housemade pepperoni on my wedding day. He was so friendly and extremely helpful. Even made sure to express his sympathy when things were going awry on wedding day.
The coordinator that stepped in for the later evening was an awesome guy, as well. I am blanking on all these names because the day was so hectic but I am so appreciative of his coordination of staff and his help to finish the clean up and night's activities without a hitch.
We'll be back for more fun in the future!
Response from Granby Ranch on 08/30/2017
Thank you Kit. I will be sure to share your words with John and Jordan. You and Jason were...
troopers through the weather, and you were absolutely beautiful. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your special day, it was truly my pleasure.
Cassidy
Anna S
4.0
7/26/2017
Granby Ranch was a beautiful venue for our destination wedding! We received great service from all of the staff. We were caught in between a transition of wedding coordinators so there were some things that didn't get communicated, but problems were quickly addressed and solved with Cassidy and her staff. Thank you for the most perfect day!
Response from Granby Ranch on 08/30/2017
Thank you Anna for the kind words. You and Tyler were wonderful to work with. Your picture...
s in the trees turned out wonderfully and are some of my favorites from this season. I wish you all the best.
Cassidy
Amanda S
5.0
11/13/2016
We got married at Granby Ranch last July and it was everything we hoped for! The views from the ceremony site are unbelievable and we heard from many guests what a fun and unique experience it was to take the chair lift to the top of the mountain.
The staff on the day of truly went above and beyond to insure everything was perfect - even coordinating rides for our guests when our shuttle company failed to show. Our one caveat, however, would be that communication and planning prior to the wedding was a bit challenging and sometimes required several follow-up contacts. HOWEVER, in the end it was completely worth it and they really came through on our wedding day.
Erica C
5.0
10/29/2016
Our wedding at Granby Ranch was awesome. From our first visit, we knew that it was the place for us because of the natural beauty of the site, its surroundings, and the quality of the lodge facilities. We booked about 13 months in advance for a late September wedding. Our date fell on peak aspen weekend, which made it a stunningly beautiful venue. It did snow (!), but our guests were mostly prepared and the ceremony was magical. We were very pleased with the service at Granby Ranch. The staff are total pros, and the catering is excellent. We held both our rehearsal dinner and wedding reception at the lodge; the food was terrific on both occasions. The staff can accommodate nearly any request with enough advanced notice. The wedding coordinator (Lindsey) was easy-going and responsive, particularly in the month or so before the wedding date. On the date itself, Lindsey and Elizabeth helped coordinate the event together, and everything went super smoothly. They helped us to stay calm regarding the looming weather, reminding us that there were lots of options even if the weather went south suddenly. And just before the ceremony when our flowerkids were getting restless before leading us down the aisle, Lindsey was so great with them. She even distracted them by leading them in quietly singing their ABC's - twice. Totally above and beyond the call of duty! She and Elizabeth were even available later that weekend to help us identify some items we had accidentally left behind. We and all of our guests had a total blast. We would book Granby Ranch again in a heartbeat, and we would recommend it enthusiastically to anyone up for a mountain wedding.
Kellye L
5.0
10/19/2016
We absolutely loved Granby Ranch. The wedding coordinators were very helpful in every way. They were calm the entire day, even with the changing weather…snow in September!! They were kind and reassuring. We planned our wedding in 6 months and they were great at responding to emails or phone calls quickly. The view was incredible and our guests loved riding the ski lift to the ceremony. They are still talking about what an amazing day they had celebrating with us. Many guests complimented the food, the s'mores were a huge hit! The staff was also very helpful at recommending vendors in the local area. Everyone at Granby Ranch is very professional and kind to all of our guests. We really couldn’t have had a more perfect day!! I would not change a thing about our experience at Granby Ranch!!
Christi C
5.0
10/16/2016
Granby Ranch was the PERFECT venue for our Colorado destination wedding on 9/24/16. Our friends and family are still RAVING about the ceremony view and the reception food, and many of them said they want to come back to Granby Ranch for family vacations in the future. I apologize for the long review, but there are just so many reasons we loved Granby Ranch.
First and foremost, the chair lift rides and the mountaintop ceremony location provided the perfect Colorado experience for our guests (This was super important to us, since 100% of our guests came in from out of state). The view at the ceremony site is truly incredible and one of the best that we've seen anywhere.
Another thing we loved about the venue is that there’s plenty of convenient, affordable and quality lodging available right on the property. All of our guests rented condos in Base Camp One, and they absolutely LOVED their accommodations. The condos are modern, spacious and right next door to the chair lift and reception location. It doesn’t get more convenient than that! They are all privately owned, so we weren’t able to do a room block, but a majority of them are available through VRBO.com, so our guests didn’t have any trouble figuring out how to book their rooms once we told them where to go. We also loved that there were so many on-site activities for our guests to do at Granby Ranch. Several of our friends went hiking, biking and golfing during the weekend.
To top it all off, the food was AMAZING and the entire day was seamless and perfect thanks to the amazing team at Granby Ranch. We could not have dreamed of a more perfect wedding.
Mandy A
5.0
10/11/2016
Beautiful place to have our wedding! The ceremony site is perfect for an outside venue with gorgeous mountain views. The chair life ride up makes this place stand out from other venues in the area. The food was amazing - we received a lot of compliments from our guests about the food. The Friday evening before, we had our rehearsal and rehearsal dinner there and the pizza was so good! The staff is helpful and polite/professional. Any questions or requests I had were promptly answered and taken care of. I don't have any complaints or changes I would have made for that day. Wish we could do it all again!
Elizabeth G
5.0
9/27/2016
I was married at Granby Ranch just last month in August 2016. It was the BEST day of my life and Granby Ranch was the most wonderful place we could have picked for our wedding and reception. Every one of our guests was "wow-ed" by the chair lift ride to the gorgeous ceremony site. I could not be more impressed with the service we received throughout the wedding process- all our choices were clear and easy to make, and by the day of our wedding I felt ready to trust the day to Elizabeth and the staff, and just have a good time. Well, they were outstanding!! We enjoyed our party and nothing was amiss. The BBQ food we selected was absolutely delicious, and the s'mores around the fire pit was a huge hit. Our guests were treated with respect and kindness--everyone was commenting to my husband and I how nice the staff was! Elizabeth was easy to work with, and on the day of the wedding she was fantastic. She was nice, helpful, and basically took care of everything so we could enjoy. I would highly recommend Granby Ranch to anyone interested in a truly unique mountain wedding with all the elements (great views, excellent staff, delicious food) for a beautiful wedding.
Libby T
5.0
9/26/2016
Beyond Every Expectation!
My daughter was looking for a Colorado destination wedding - even for the guests that live in Colorado - and Granby Ranch was a dream come true. Considering its somewhat remote location everything is there - a great variety of affordable accommodations for guests, a nearby grocery and liquor store, places to have hair, makeup and nails professionally done, a beautiful facility for the reception, a stunning location for the ceremony, all of Rocky Mountain National Park for guests to explore, a great private area for smaller groups such as the rehearsal dinner, a nice restaurant/bar for meeting guests, and a staff that is absolutely second to none. So many guests commented that it was the best wedding they'd ever attended and even the longtime Colorado residents were wowed by the view from the ceremony site. They will completely stop the chair lift for the timid or elderly, so my 85 year old mother took the lift and was elated! But really, what I want people to know is how wonderful the staff is. They are extremely accommodating and really want your wedding to be exactly how you dream it and will do what they can to help you achieve it. Their competency and experience is the only way you would know that they do weddings on a regular basis - they make you feel like yours is the only one that matters. They are so calm and make sure that all the pieces come together so just relax and trust them - they know what they are doing! But it's not just the coordinators - ALL the staff is fabulous. The chair lift operators took such good care of the guests, the bartenders were so friendly regardless of tipping, the food was cooked and served deliciously, and the wait staff worked tirelessly all night long during the reception. They were so professional they were nearly invisible, but plates and glasses kept being magically cleared away so that no one had to sit in front of dirty dishes for long. We could not be happier with the location, the facility, or the service. The fact that the weather was beautiful and the aspen were golden was more than we had dared imagine! The wedding was perfection and the bride and groom had a meaningful, beautiful, wonderful joyous experience. We are elated! Thank you Granby Ranch staff!!
Ellie S
5.0
9/20/2016
Our wedding was at Granby Ranch this fall and they did an incredible job! Lindsay, Elizabeth and all of the food and beverage employees made our day stress-free and memorable. The view at the top is stunning and our guests said it was the most beautiful mountain wedding they have ever been too. The leaves were changing and the weather was perfect. If we weren't going to be that lucky I know GR would have a plan for us. They are that good. The condos and homes nearby were very nice for our out-of-town guests and they proved a lot less expensive than any hotel block deal. The grocery store and liquor store is down the hill and across the street. What more do you need! Thanks Granby Ranch!
Heather B
5.0
8/31/2016
I can't say enough about everyone that works at Granby Ranch! They were beyond amazing, and so helpful - it made planning the wedding even less stressful during the week of. Whether we were running late, to forgetting things here and there - Elizabeth and the team were there to pick up the pieces and the wedding was just perfect and beautiful - everything that we could have wanted and then some. If I could get married (to my husband of course) every year - this is the place that we would pick time and time again! <3
Shelbi P
5.0
8/16/2016
All the staff that work for Granby Ranch were amazing on our wedding day! They were SO flexible with us during our Thursday night rehearsal and Friday ceremony. They allowed us to do all of our decorating on Thursday for the wedding Friday it was SUCH a stress reliever. It POURED rain during our ceremony and Sam, one of the coordinators insisted that I take HER jacket that she was wearing while we were waiting to take photos! So sweet!! They almost had to cancel the outdoor ceremony because of lightning and our guests riding the chair lift (thank god it didn't happen) but all the coordinators gave me their personal cell phone numbers to keep in contact with me throughout the day about what was going on. We had such an amazing time at our wedding at Granby Ranch and can't wait to go back and visit again! :)
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