Stratton Mountain, where love is always in season
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Stratton Mountain Resort is a wedding venue tucked away in the village of Stratton Mountain, VT. Nestled in the Green Mountains, this resort provides a spectacular backdrop for your celebration, no matter the season. In the summer months, the surrounding landscape will come alive with verdant greens, while in the fall, it will burst with vibrant autumnal colors. Even in the winter, this charming New England getaway is a wonderland of snow and ice. You and your partner are invited to celebrate your momentous occasion here among the rustic elegance of this cloud-capped alpine retreat.
Stratton Mountain Resort has numerous locations where you can host your ceremony and reception. Exchanges of vows can be held in the mountainside Chapel of the Snows, the Vermont Commons, or the Black Bear Lodge Lawn. For a truly unique experience, you can also take the ski lift up to the summit deck. In this gorgeous natural setting, you will enjoy panoramic views as you marry the love of your life. Afterward, the venue also has several reception spaces that you can choose between. These include the private, timber-framed Stratton Mountain Club, the resort base lodge overlooking the mountain and the newly renovated Green Mountain Room in the Black Bear Lodge.
Stratton Mountain Resort offers comprehensive wedding packages that will take care of all your needs, including event planning and catering. Accommodations can also be rented and include a large number of lodges and condominium neighborhoods. While the venue is secluded, it is also accessible from New York City, Boston, and the Albany International Airport. This airport makes it easy for out-of-town guests to join in the festivities on your special day.
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4.9
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Stratton Mountain Resort is highly praised by reviewers for their exceptional service, stunning views, and beautiful venue spaces. Multiple guests commend the staff, particularly coordinators like Emily and Erin, for their professionalism and attention to detail. From the cozy mountain vibe to the exquisite food and seamless coordination, couples express gratitude for a stress-free and magical wedding experience at Stratton. The all-in-one location, fun gondola rides, variety of events, and accommodating staff make it a top recommendation for weddings.- Top reviews
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Cameron P
5.0
1/29/2025
Stratton was an amazing place to get married! We had our ceremony on top of the mountain at the Hubert Haus deck which had an amazing view of the area. Getting to the top of the mountain in the closed gondolas was a fun way to get to the ceremony too. Our reception was at the Green Apron which did an amazing job with the food and was a perfect size for our small wedding of 25 people. Last but certainly not least our coordinator Emily was amazing! She helped us with everything every step of the way making sure that we had everything lined up that we needed and did a fantastic job coordinating everything the day of so we didn’t have to worry about anything. Thanks Emily!
Meghan T
5.0
10/26/2024
We had our wedding at Stratton in October 2024 and we had such an amazing experience from the day of our tour to the wedding day itself. Our planner Emily was incredibly organized, responsive and wonderful to work with. She really helped ease any stress and anxiety we had leading up to and the day of the wedding. She coordinated with our vendors to make the day run seamlessly. All of the staff at Stratton were professional and did a great job!
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Beverly K
5.0
10/21/2024
The venue at the Stratton Mountain Club was exceptional. From the rustic room atmosphere for the cocktail hour upstairs to the dinner room was exactly what the wedding couple wanted. Truly, a Vermont Mountain Vibe. The food was delicious and served on time. Drinks were very well proportioned and generous. The Wedding Planner, Emily Ladroga was exceptional in her attention to all wedding details, as well as making sure that both the couple, as well as the parents, had everything we needed. She was 100% on top of everything. Highly recommend her for anyone looking to use a Wedding Planner. Calm, cool and very helpful.
Michael F
5.0
10/08/2024
This is an awesome place for your wedding. It's like you own the whole mountain. Everything went as planned and was gorgeous. The facilities are first-rate, and then they afford you the flexibility to make the weekend YOURS.
We had all our guests together in the village for a long weekend. There were no food or transportation hassles for old or young. It was very relaxing. We had a welcome dinner at the golf club, a rehearsal dinner on the deck at Grizzlies, all the guests together for drinks, and then late night at the Green Door. It was like a private resort!
The ceremony at the top was epic. The VIEW the LIGHTING the intimacy with nature, and a free Gondola ride for all.
As the mother and father of the bride, we were so happy that Stratton fit so well and accommodated all our daughter and son-in-law's plans.
TRULY OUR HAPPY PLACE
Michael and Anna Federico
STEPHEN R
5.0
10/01/2024
THE STAFF AT STRATTON MOUNTAIN RESORT WAS SUPERB. WHILE OUR WEDDING GUEST LIST WAS TO LARGE FOR THEIR DINING ROOM THE WELCOME RECEPTION WAS EXECUTED FLAWLESSLY FOR 160 GUESTS. THE ROOM WAS GRAND AND THE FOOD AND BEVERAGES TOP SHELF AND EMILY LADROGA WAS PARTICULARLY HELPFUL IN MAKING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE MENU. EXCELLENT VALUE
Chelsea H
5.0
9/26/2024
We could not have asked for a better venue and wedding coordinator! Having everything at our fingertips and with in walking distance made all the difference for our guest. We had a welcome party at Grizzly’s that started the weekend off great, ceremony in the chapel that was amazing, and so much fun at our reception at SMC. Emily our coordinator made our whole day run so smoothly and even was the positive energy I needed when rain came our way and plans changed for the ceremony. Thank you so much for making our day special!
Susan A
5.0
9/08/2024
Emily Ladroga was the ULTIMATE wedding coordinator for my daughter's and son-in-law's Labor Day weekend celebration! Emily was on top of every single detail and suggested reliable vendors to work with (photographer, florist and DJ). Emily answered emails promptly and was always friendly and a pleasure to work with. The day of the wedding, she seemed to be everywhere where we needed a helping hand, attaching boutonnieres, suggesting settings for photos and keeping us all on time for the ceremony. Stratton Mountain Resort was a wonderful setting for the wedding and Emily made the planning process and execution memorable and FUN! Emily obviously loves what she does and it shows in the dedication she gave.
Christine A
5.0
9/04/2024
Wedding planning can be very stressful and overwhelming but Emily did a fantastic job making the process smooth and painless! Emily was very helpful in suggesting recommended vendors as my husband and I are from NJ and are not familiar with many VT businesses'. Emily checked in throughout the year we took to plan, ensuring we were right on track with all the details. She was very communicative and quickly responded whether that was via text or email. Our wedding went off without a hitch and we owe that to Emily! Highly recommend booking Stratton as a wedding venue and even more so recommend working with Emily! All of the Stratton staff were on their A-game for our day ensuring we were well fed and had everything that we needed. Thank you!!
Colin F
5.0
8/14/2024
We had an incredible wedding in June at Stratton. Emily, our coordinator, was a joy to work with from day one. She was very responsive throughout the planning process, and was always willing to jump on a call to make sure we were on track with our planning. During the wedding weekend, Emily and the rest of the Stratton staff did a great job at bringing their enthusiasm to help make all of our guests feel an extra warm welcome. Our guests really enjoyed the fact that all of our weekend events were an easy walk from where their lodging was. We had an incredible time at an incredible venue!
Gabriela F
5.0
8/12/2024
We got married on July 20, 2024 at Stratton Mountain. Everything was perfect! Our coordinator, Emily, was great - she gave us recommendations for vendors and helped coordinate all of the vendors on the wedding day. Emily also created a timeline that helped ensure our wedding day went off without a hitch. As for the venue, I would 100% recommend. We held the welcome party at the Black Bear Lodge, the wedding ceremony at the summit and the reception at the Members Club. Everything (the staff, food and drinks) was perfect!
Nick E
5.0
6/26/2024
We had our wedding at the summit yoga deck and it was absolutely beautiful! The venue provides housing on-site so your guests are only walking distance from restaurants, cafes, and more. Emily, the coordinator from Stratton, was fantastic. She was incredibly responsive and handled all the small things with our vendors to make sure we had the best day!
Judy S
5.0
6/23/2024
Once Stratton links were corrected, they did a fabulous job with the welcome dinner and helping us with transportation and housing our guests for the entire wedding weekend. We had our dinner at the Green Apron which is the restaurant at Stratton Golf course. It was dressed up beautifully, the food was excellent and of course our servers could not have been more accommodating and kind. Breakfast the morning after the ceremony was a wonderful way to send guests on their way home. Emily from Stratton was able to help us with every step of the weekend to help us with the smallest of details. All the guests had a wonderful time at this beautiful resort and the bride and groom had a stress free weekend. Thank you!
Morgan D
5.0
12/31/2023
We cannot say enough good things about Stratton, Emily, and her team. The team made every vision, request, and idea I had come to light on our day. We requested to have a separate ceremony in remembrance of a relative at the Stratton Mountain School. Emily made it happen with little stress for us which was made our day feel all the more special. We are so grateful to the catering team for their careful consideration of multiple allergies when preparing the entrees Stratton Mountain Resort is an important part of our love story. We’re so grateful to Stratton for a magical memory that we will never forget.
Michele G
5.0
9/27/2023
Once in a lifetime experience!! It was totally beyond our expectations!!!! ❤️
Our coordinator, Emily, worked with us tremendously well and always stayed on top of our needs!!! Staff also get an A+!! I would highly recommend Stratton Mt.!!!
Zak T
5.0
9/27/2023
Throughout the entire process, Emily Ladroga was professional, helpful, cheerful and she made every step seem so easy. Planning a wedding at Stratton with her was incredibly straightforward and painless. She had an answer for every question, and often anticipated our needs before we could verbalize them ourselves. Prior to our wedding weekend, she familiarized herself with our vendors and designated point people (her idea!) so that during the wedding, no onus was on us as a couple to worry about anything. If you're considering her as a wedding coordinator, do not hesitate. She was everything we could have hoped for and more.
Jen S
5.0
8/23/2023
Stratton is the perfect place to get married. Every moment of the day was as perfect as perfect gets. Stratton is genuinely home, a place we go to get outdoors, and a place we go to be together with our family. All details of the day were efficiently and professionally managed by all staff. Our wedding was everything we had hoped for and so much more. Thank you!
Rachel S
5.0
11/15/2022
I can't stress enough how absolutely flawless and perfect our wedding turned out at Stratton. From the incredible views and unique gondola ride to the top, our mountaintop ceremony location was breathtaking. The reception at the Stratton Mountain Club was plentiful on space with a cozy vibe. Fireplaces roaring and a wrap-around outdoor deck were second only to the incredible beauty of the rooms. The food was AMAZING and plentiful. The bar was great and our signature cocktails were a hit. Our coordinator Erin was the most lovely person and made every second of our wedding absolutely flawless in its execution. We cannot say enough good things about our wedding. Whenever anyone has asked us how it was, our answer has been perfect. Highly recommend getting married at Stratton if you want a unique experience, with an epic view and location, delicious food, and the benefit of the village and its accommodations for the guests. Special shout out to Mulligans and the Green Door Pub for hosting our welcome dinner and after-party which were also amazing.
Kat L
5.0
9/09/2022
We chose Stratton Resort for our Wedding so that we could enjoy a weekend resort getaway with our guests! Our event coordinator Erin Barber guided us through the planning process with grace & good cheer. She was prompt in responding to emails and phone calls and excelled at prioritizing all of the to dos leading up to our special day.
Erin was able to create space for us during the planning process to customize our ceremony and reception so that it truly felt authentic and true to us. The entire weekend went smoothly - from coordinating with our vendors to taking care of our guests.
My husband and I left feeling gratitude for the Stratton Mountain Resort staff and facilities and also proud to have pulled off such a big event away from home!
Caitlin C
5.0
8/19/2022
Our wedding was perfect! Our planner Erin handled every detail and took all the stress off of us so we could totally enjoy the whole weekend. Erin was a pleasure to work with and always responded promptly to all of our questions and requests no matter how trivial they were. She and the Stratton wedding staff are pros and our guests raved about what a wonderful time they had. The ceremony was on the yoga deck at the summit. The spectacular views and scenery made it magical. We had our champagne toast right after the ceremony on the yoga deck so guests could linger, enjoy the surroundings and take photos. The reception was held at the Stratton Mountain Club. It is a beautiful venue with soaring ceilings and a rustic feel. There is a new patio with new furniture including fire pits. There is also new furniture in the great room where the cocktail hour was held. The food was delicious and as well as the cakes by the pastry chef Ali. There was plenty of space to spread out and also has a large dance floor. Everything exceeded our expectations and we highly recommend this venue! Cait & Gage
Katharine P
5.0
7/25/2022
Stratton gave us an absolutely perfect wedding. Our coordinator Erin was detail oriented, kind, and accommodating. She put in an unbelievable amount of effort to make sure that every single thing went smoothly on our wedding day. When we were first starting to plan I was overwhelmed with the number of detailed decisions, but I’m so glad that Erin had the knowledge and experience to think about them in advance so that when the day came I could just enjoy myself! She coordinated vendors day-of, handled setup and takedown, and made sure everyone was where they were supposed to be on time. Honestly the day went even better than planned. We are biased but think our wedding was the best we’ve ever been to, and are SO glad that we chose Stratton! Erin and the entire team at Stratton clearly do weddings as their profession, and it shows.
Amelia L
5.0
3/08/2022
After our first visit to the Stratton Mountain Club, we knew we wanted to get married there. Once COVID hit, it made our planning a waiting game. Our original planner was not very present, and ended up quitting a few months out. After many months of stress and waiting, we ended up with Val who stepped right in and took care of everything quickly. We were very grateful for everything she did for us!
We planned on having our ceremony on the summit. Although the weather did not go as planned for the day, Val and the team were on top of coming up with a back up plan quickly. The team was great and helpful on our weekend. They took care of almost everything, so all we had to do was show up. The food and drinks were great. Our guests loved the location with no one having to drive. Even with our bumpy start, we had a great day and would recommend this venue!
Mark L
5.0
12/01/2021
We decided to get married at Stratton because we've had so many good times snowboarding there over the years. When we first considered it as an option, we were expecting it to be out of our budget but were blown away at how reasonable costs were. What was even more incredible was the level of support Stratton provided. Many other vendors don't provide the services they offered, at least not without incurring significant costs.
They hooked us up with our wedding coordinator, Val Ryan. Her level of support, professionalism, attention to detail, kindness, advice/guidance, patience, flexibility and more were all unlike anything we had ever experience before. She immediately connected with us on a personal level and kept us pumped up throughout the entire planning process leading up to the day of the wedding. Planning a wedding especially during these times is stressful enough, but Val Ryan and Stratton made it exciting and an unforgettable experience. They catered to all our needs from the rehearsal dinner to the reception and it could not have been better. Every staff member we met along the way was fantastic. It's clear that Stratton takes good care of their people which is reflected by their passion and the high quality work. We couldn't have asked for more. Timber Hall was beautiful for the reception and our summit ceremony was absolutely unreal. If you're on the fence, definitely book with them and they will take good care of you.
Courtney P
5.0
10/02/2021
We loved every minute of our Stratton wedding. Like many couples, we had to postpone our wedding due to Covid. Nonetheless, Val and the crew at Stratton made our experience so easy, and were incredibly accommodating during a time with so much uncertainty. We will keep coming back to Stratton for years to come, and will always have this beautiful weekend to remember when we do.
Lisa G
5.0
9/30/2021
My daughters wedding at Stratton Mountain Resort was 100 percent perfect!
At Stratton they take care of Everything!
They are happy, friendly, hospitable people who totally know their business and what a successful wedding looks and feels like.
The Location is absolutely beautiful!
The People Always Happy & Friendly, The Hospitality, The Venue, The Food & Beverages including Dessert, The Decor, The Service, The Stratton Mountain Club, The Chapel, The Stratton Mountain Summit, The Gondola, The Hotels, The Golf Course, The Stratton Mountain Village, The Location, All Amazing!
The Whole Weekend was Magical!
There are not enough stars to rate the level of perfection they all achieved!
Thank You Everyone at Stratton!
❤️Lisa, Mother of the Bride
Shawn B
5.0
9/28/2021
Stratton Mountain certainly met and exceeded our expectations for both our wedding ceremony and reception. In spite of the challenges we've faced over the past year Stratton has been very flexible and accommodating in their efforts. Our coordinator Valeria Ryan was with us every step of the way. She's very patient, hard working, and will go the extra mile. Overall our wedding was beautiful and our experience with Valeria and Stratton Mountain will never be forgotten. Thank you Stratton and Valeria!
Ned L
5.0
9/28/2021
The Stratton team was extremely caring, and the food they provided was delicious. Also, it's a perfect village to get married in because nobody has to drive.
Cory G
5.0
8/22/2021
We can't say enough good things about Stratton Mountain Resort as our wedding venue choice. It was simply perfect. The wedding coordinator (Valeria Ryan) was amazing at every step of the way. She was immensely helpful, find, and patient. Same goes for the entire staff at Stratton. They truly helped make our wedding day even more special and more importantly, stress free and easy. The views are amazing. Timber Hall where we had our reception was simply perfect, and the food was beyond delicious. Days and weeks after our wedding we had several guests comment on how well organized everything was and how amazing all the food was. Several went as far to say, without exaggeration, that it was the best wedding they had ever been to. We cannot thank the staff enough and feel supper grateful and fortunate to have had such a perfect experience.
Donna L
5.0
7/07/2021
As the groom's mother in charge of the rehearsal dinner, I found Val, our wedding coordinator, to be very accessible, professional and knowledgeable. She replied quickly to questions and was able to guide me through the process. She was very friendly and on top of everything!
Katie P
5.0
1/07/2021
In 2019, we booked our dream wedding at Stratton for 2020. Val Ryan and the team at Stratton were INCREDIBLY helpful, reasonable, and patient during the spring of 2020 when we were unsure of how the summer would go. They let us pass our first payment due date in order to see how things played out.
When we decided to postpone to 2021, the process was effortless. Ultimately, when we decided to change plans all together and have a small reception in our state, we received a response better than we could have hoped for. Everyone was understanding and shared their best wishes for us.
Even though we didn't get to have our event at Stratton, every step of the planning process showed me how much of a stand-out organization Stratton is, with reasonable, family oriented people running the show. Stratton set the bar for how to react during a crisis, and while I hope that whoever is reading this in the future does not face the challenges I did, please know that Stratton is a wonderful place to plan your wedding at, and I highly recommend it.
Jaclyn G
4.0
11/03/2020
We booked Stratton back in May 2019 for a small 20 person ceremony at the summit in Oct. 2020. We first had Matt Raggi as our wedding coordinator and he was fantastic. Very organized, responsive, and helpful but shortly after we met him onsite for planning in Oct. 2019 he left Stratton. We were moved to Devon Crowthers who was another A+ coordinator. She was easy to work with, she was always available to answer questions or field our requests, and she did a great job coordinating all the decorations, vendors, and guests on the day of. We really appreciated everything she did for us especially during these difficult times.
That being said, we did feel short changed by Stratton because a month out from our date we were told that they booked another small summit ceremony and that the timeline of the other wedding was only 30 minutes ahead of ours. We expressed concerns about this seeing as we had been booked for over 18 months and felt we were not being valued or given what we were sold. They did listen to our concerns/work with us somewhat and we were assured that we would not run into the other wedding but that was not the case. Not only was it confusing to have shuttles for two weddings running at the base (that were not well marked for which wedding they belonged to) but we also immediately saw the other couple and guests once we arrived at the summit. For some reason they also placed the other wedding couple in the hotel room directly across from us which was difficult to work around their photographer/videographer and guests coming in and out. Despite our small group, we also had an issue with the welcome bags not being passed out at check in and incorrect room keys being given to our guests. Overall, our summit venue was beautiful and we loved Devon but there were aspects of the day that we felt Stratton could have handled better considering the small size of our wedding.
Stephen D
5.0
8/21/2020
The venue is beautiful. We had planned a 150-person ceremony at The Chapel of the Snows, reception at Timber Hall, welcome party the day before at Black Bear, and after-party in the village. All of our guests were going to be able to stay right at the mountain resort for what seemed like very reasonable rates. Through the whole process, Courtney (event coordinator) and Val (day-of coordinator) were incredibly responsible and easy to work with. Like so many weddings this summer (2020) our wedding could not proceed as planned due to COVID-19. Stratton was incredibly patient with us while we waited to see how the pandemic unfolded and made it clear that money should not be one of our concerns while waiting. They ended up refunding all down payments for the wedding and hotels to us and our guests and told us that they are interested in "good long term relationships" with their guests and not short term profits. This allowed us to have a small backyard wedding during this difficult time and we really appreciated their support and understanding.
Phyllis O
5.0
1/14/2020
Val is a superb wedding planner!
She helped the bride and groom organize everything beautifully.
Lee O
5.0
1/14/2020
We had the best weekend ever, and the leadership of our wedding coordinator Valerie Ryan and all the staff at the mountain was a key part of that. So glad we went through Stratton mountain to help us plan our wedding. 5 stars!
Sara M
5.0
12/30/2019
Stratton was the perfect venue for our wedding weekend. The convenience of having so many lodging, food, ceremony and reception options in close proximity made it possible to customize the day how we wanted it, and also made everything super convenient for our guests. When we decided we wanted to have a BBQ the day after the wedding for people still in town, the planners we worked with even got creative in helping to recommend nearby, cost-efficient options that were off of the Stratton resort. Everyone we worked with was extremely patient and helpful, and made our day (and weekend) literally perfect. Could not recommend enough!
Jack H
5.0
11/24/2019
The Chapel of the Snows made for a beautiful wedding service and the setting for the cocktail hour and reception at the Stratton Mountain Club was magnificent. The food was delicious and cooked to perfection. Available lodging afforded guests various options by type and cost. The availability of the gondola ride allowed for beautiful mountain top pictures. Enough can't be said about Val Ryan, the event coordinator, who was always available for consultation and made sure everything went smoothly. All in all Stratton proved to be a great venue for the wedding.
Mary R
5.0
11/14/2019
Our wedding at Stratton turned out to be more perfect than we could have every imagined! Our coordinator at Stratton, Devon, truly took care of EVERYTHING and made wedding planning super stress-free. My husband and I live in Boston and Devon always made time to meet with us when we were up in VT. She was also so responsive to our endless emails. She was great at communicating and thought of all the little details that were not even on our radar during the wedding process. Devon coordinated with all of our vendors to plan arrivals, set-up times, etc. We chose to have our ceremony on the summit, but Devon made sure we had a back-up plan that we were happy with in case of bad weather. All of our guests were so impressed with the ceremony and reception, commenting they were both "elegant" and "cozy." Everyone at Stratton made us feel so special and taken care of. The food and atmosphere were phenomenal! I couldn't imagine having our wedding anywhere else and I will always be thankful for the incredible experience.
Ken B
5.0
10/31/2019
Stratton Mountain Resort couldnt have been a better place for my daughters wedding. From our welcome party to the cocktail hour and wedding reception everything was top notch. The facilities the staff and the fabulous food ,well I cannot say more. Would recommend as a first rate place for holding a wedding.
Kelly H
5.0
10/20/2019
Stratton Mountain was amazing!! We truly ended up having the day we dreamt of and everyone was saying how beautiful the day was, how delicious the food was, and how everything came together so smoothly and everyone seemed to have an amazing time. Val was our coordinator and she was phenomenal with every piece of the wedding and especially with responsiveness around questions. We really enjoyed working with her! We also collaborated with Vinny who works at the bar for signature cocktails dedicated to our dogs and the drinks were amazing and Vinny was extremely creative and helpful around the process! Everyone was pleasant, happy, and helpful - Mary who worked at the club, Joyce who drove the shuttle, and Susan who catered to my husband and I that night. It was easy to smile and stay calm when you have such great people with you and assisting you. And of course, the summit was beautiful to get married at with a champagne toast to kick the night off and we had a gorgeous fall day- so shout out to mother nature haha Everyone at the wedding was from out of town basically and I didn't hear anyone complain about their room or the check in/check out process. I would recommend anyone getting married here!!
Cicely G
4.0
10/19/2019
We chose Stratton because of the (at the time) recent addition of the Lake House as a "venue" and we absolutely loved the duality of being on the mountain without having to have the reception in the lodge. The experience of having our reception outside under a tent next to the lake with a view of the golf course and the mountain was absolutely incredible. Our guests were blown away by the natural beauty of the site and we ended up having perfect weather (which was quite a godsend for VT in August). We loved our site coordinator Devon and were so happy with how she organized and handled everything. We were less pleased with her supervisor, and did not experience the same level of professionalism or compassion from him as we did from Devon. We were only the 2nd wedding to be held at this site, which we knew would mean there would be some growing pains. There were inconsistencies and misunderstandings about what rentals were and were not included in our contract and then subsequent rigidity and rudeness when we asked to use a different rental company. When we decided to customize our bar (meaning more money for them) and buy all wine bottles (meaning they would not have to try to sell any of it afterwards), there was significant up-charging - a normally $11 bottle of wine was being charged to us for almost $50 a bottle. We did not feel valued as customers or supporters of the company (we spend a lot of time at Stratton throughout the year). A somewhat more reasonable price for the bar was ultimately decided upon, but only because my parents would not accept such outrageous prices and because my mom's background in catering helped her counter any misinformation that was being given about the reasoning for the pricing. These interactions made the planning process quite unenjoyable and more difficult than necessary.
Luckily, the day went very smoothly thanks to Devon's hard work. She even managed to work well with an outside day-of planner (that we very much regret hiring) and tried her best, usually with success, to remedy any issues that planner created. We are immensely grateful to Devon for her hard work and highly recommend her for your event at Stratton.
We have heard that Stratton has changed their contract policies for the Lake House, so we hope these changes positively impact future weddings so that they don't have the same issues with planning as we did. Overall, we would still recommend Stratton, especially the Lake House, as a venue because of it's beauty and location. We also were very happy with how smoothly the wedding day went.
Emily S
5.0
10/17/2019
We could not have imagined a more perfect wedding. Everyone at Stratton was so helpful and went above and beyond to make our day amazing.
Linda H
5.0
10/15/2019
The venue was beautiful! My wedding planner, Val Ryan, was absolutely wonderful throughout the entire planning and wedding execution. She was so helpful with providing timely info and answering all our questions and concerns immediately. Val got to know the family dynamics and made everyone feel special and accommodated without compromising any of the Bride and Groom's wishes (and always reassuring, ever so calmly, the Mother of the Bride). We did not encounter one Stratton employee who wasn't friendly either. Special shout of to Vinny, the bartender too! It all was truly amazing!
Dave R
5.0
10/09/2019
WOW! What a day. Stratton Mountain provided us with the perfect setting to make our dream wedding become a reality. Every detail was perfect. The hotel accommodations, the Chapel of the Snows and the Stratton Mountain Club! Most importantly, was our wedding planner Matt Raggi. Matt provided us with a level of expertise, and calm problem solving to help us navigate through what could have been a stressful day. Every single detail was thought through, and handled with class. If you want a perfect VT wedding, please don't hesitate to reach out to Stratton Mountain and Matt Raggi!
Heather B
5.0
10/08/2019
The minute my husband and I toured Stratton Mountain for our wedding venue we knew it was where we wanted to get married.
Courtney toured us around the entire ski resort without once being pushy. She let the property speak for itself and it did ! Following, booking with Stratton. We had Matt Raggi as our event coordinator. Not only did Matt answer every question we had during planning, he gave ideas when we didn't know what do. Matt made planning seamless.
As every bride feels stress leading up to their wedding day. I was no different. The week before my wedding I had multiple guests say they could no longer make it. Matt kept me calm. The day before my wedding, I forgot a printed seating chart. Within 30 minutes Matt had pulled together a sign for guests seating that fit the rest of our wedding decor perfectly. When I say that Matt is not only an amazing event coordinator and person it is an under statement. Matt made our wedding day a dream. I have heard nothing but praise from our guests since. Along with Matt, Chef Ralph is an amazing chef who truly goes above and beyond to make food at a wedding be the furthest thing from" wedding food". Mary is also a dream to work with who takes whatever decor you have chosen and puts it all together making it look effortless.
Lastly, almost every couple will tell you that they do not get to eat on their wedding day. Not my husband and I ! Stratton Mountain made sure that we sat and enjoyed our dinner along with our guests. My husband and I could not be more appreciative to all at Stratton Mountain but especially Matt Raggi for making our wedding day an absolute dream.
Sheila P
5.0
10/08/2019
We are from NY and had looked at numerous places here for our wedding but nothing felt right for us. Until, we looked at Stratton. We ski there in the winters and already love the resort but had never thought of it for our wedding.
Everything was incredible and a true dream. Val & the rest of the Stratton team were continually incredible to work with and made everything so easy and, most importantly, enjoyable throughout the whole process.
The wedding itself was beautiful from start to finish and no detail was missed. The food was incredible, the staff was impeccable and the accommodations were wonderful. We couldn't be happier across the board, and our guests mutually felt the same.
We have been met with such great feedback from all of our guests and we echo the same sentiments as them. We are so, so happy with how the day went off.
Val was truly incredible to work with and she helped our vision come to life. She worked with all of our vendors and kept every detail in line and was a true blessing throughout everything.
We could not have more positive things to say if we tried, and would so highly recommend Stratton as a picturesque, dream-worthy place to be married!
Caroline G
5.0
10/07/2019
We held our wedding at Stratton in September 2019 and it was truly one of the happiest days of our lives. The ceremony took place on top of the mountain (accessible by a 10-12 minute gondola ride) and the reception was at the Stratton Mountain Club. We had also booked the Chapel of the Snows as a back-up rain location (in lieu of the default rain location in the cocktail hour space of the Stratton Mountain Club), but the weather turned out to be perfect. The night before we had our rehearsal dinner at the Mill House where we had a delicious Italian buffet dinner catered by Stratton. The space was perfect for 15 people. We also hosted a meet-and-greet on the second floor of Mulligan's in the village (which we reserved just for our use), which our guests really enjoyed. Our coordinator Matt R was amazing - he was attentive to detail, prompt in all of our correspondence, and a real pleasure to work with. All of the staff at Stratton were great - they truly go above and beyond. Another big perk of Stratton is that guests can stay at a variety of accommodations on site, from standard hotel rooms in the Black Bear Lodge to condo units in Long Trail House and Hearthstone, all walking distance to the village. We received overwhelmingly positive feedback from our guests on the location and Stratton in general. 5+ stars!
Elizabeth L
5.0
10/01/2019
Our experience at Stratton was EVERYTHING, from our first fall tour with Courtney to the top on the gondola to the end of our best night ever at Stratton Mountain Club the next summer. Courtney was so personable and we left wanting to be friends with her. When we brought our parents back, our vibes continued to echo on the hills with every person we met. Our original day-off coordinator was less than responsive and I was very pleased when Devon took our wedding over. She was very responsive and understanding (and patient) when I emailed her about tiny details. Everyone on the team at the Mountain Club seemed genuinely interested doing what they could to make our vision come to life. I felt everyone was very transparent and accommodating when the OCR championship was planned for the same weekend as our wedding. Our guests couldn't stop talking about our menu and the fun of having a wedding weekend in the mountains during the summer. We can't speak highly enough of our Stratton wedding experience!
Laney H
5.0
9/23/2019
Our wedding reception was at the Lake House. It was a beautiful event. The Stratton representative (Matt) was amazing to work with. They were great about asking the right questions and helping plan the entire event to meet your expectations. No hesitations on recommending this venue! :)
Ian C
5.0
9/14/2019
Wedding of my son ... We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of Stratton Mountain Resort .. from planning the wedding with Devon (who was amazing) to the accommodations and the wedding venue itself. We had a wonderful day / weekend that was very well orchestrated with timing being perfect for the celebration. We had no 'pause' in the wedding events from the ceremony (at the summit) through the reception and before we knew it ..it was midnight ~9 + hours later. We had a great weekend and i truly feel the guidance that Devon provided based on her experience with other weddings was invaluable and helped us have a great experience .... Thank you Devon and Stratton Mountain ! we had a flawless, well executed, wonderful weekend.
Chris A
5.0
9/13/2019
Devon did an excellent job coordinating our wedding and making sure it was a special day. We had a few issues early on with our coordinator being swapped out a few times as our wedding got closer, but in the end Devon did an excellent job and made everything as seamless as possible for us. The top of the mountain was the perfect place to get married and the folks in the mountain club worked hard to serve all of our guests promptly. We had an excellent time!
Amanda S
5.0
9/05/2019
We had our ceremony and reception at the Stratton Mountain Ski Club and it was so amazing! We got married in May and friends and family are still talking about it months later. We worked with the coordinator Lisa from the beginning of planning up until the day of and she was SO amazing. She was so organized and did such a great job working with us and helping us through the process of planning the wedding. There are so many options for getting married at Stratton including the ceremony and reception as well as other events for the weekend if needed (rehearsal dinner, day after breakfast, etc.). We were also able to include things such as a shuttle for guests and a room block with Stratton lodging. For the club specifically, there were many food and liquor options and the chef Ralph was very awesome and was able to accommodate us as needed. And our guests loved the food so much!! The staff there were all so amazing and kind and we only heard great things from our guests. The venue is so beautiful on its own and they did an amazing job setting up what I envisioned for our big day! Would definitely recommend getting married at Stratton, it was so perfect and beautiful!!
Cassie C
5.0
8/08/2019
If you're looking for place to get married in Vermont, look no further. We had our rehearsal dinner and welcome party at Bar 802 in the Village. We did casual pizza, salad and cash bar and the staff was amazing and it was reasonably priced! We got married at the summit on the yoga deck - it was absolutely stunning and such a unique venue. We had our reception at the Stratton Mountain Club and it was nothing short of spectacular. The food was amazing (even at the lowest tier price - which we got), the open bar was reasonably priced and the venue was like none other. Large dining room, but it was great because guests could mingle on the outside deck, in the lounge and at the bar - so you weren't stuck in one room. We had an after party at Green Door Pub (our reception only went until 10pm) and it was super fun to keep the dancing going. One of the best parts about the whole process was working with the planner, Devon. She was SO AMAZING through the whole process. She bared with us through all the emails, calls, texts leading up to the day and on the actual day, I didn't worry one bit because Devon and her team have it all covered. As a bride you really couldn't wish for anything better! I wish we could go back and do it all again! Thank you Devon and Stratton team.
Local vendors that we used that I HIGHLY suggest booking:
Photographer and DJ: Celia and Joe Bell http://celiakellyphotography.com
Photobooth: http://capitalregionphotobooths.com/
Lindsey M
5.0
7/31/2019
We decided to go with Stratton Mountain Resort following a big screw up at our venue of choice. Had we gone with Stratton from the beginning we would of never dealt with the mishaps. Stratton was one of the first ski mountains my husband brought me too when we started dating and I fell in love with the ambiance, scenery, food and it’s overall setting. Matthew Raggi was our wedding coordinator and if I could recommend anyone to take on your big day it’s Matt! Everything just worked out to the best it could, thy were very accommodating and helped with minor details and placement. Our wedding was July 6 dead of summer and the heat but we managed to keep everything indoors due to the risk of weather. Afternoon of the wedding it was announced thunderstorms and all that so our first look was supposed to be at the very top of the mountain but rain caused that to not happen so we had back ups in place. Stratton is a beautiful place for a wedding, we used the Great Room and Timber Hall and it’s a night I won’t forget. Thank you to everyone from Stratton who made our big day happen, special thank you to Matt and the event staff Frank who did a great job bar tending and all the cooks that made the delicious food. Cannot thank you all enough, if considering Stratton I would defiantly recommend them and ask for Matt!
Stephanie R
5.0
7/28/2019
Our wedding at Stratton far surpassed our expectations. We had Courtney during the sales phase and expected most of what she said to be a sales pitch it all sounded so perfect. However, the service and experience we received through our wedding weekend was better than the sales pitch.
Devon coordinated our day of activities as well as provided suggestions for the day before. We heard from our vendors that while they had worked at Stratton many times before, it was the first time they had been contacted before hand and given easy instructions on how to get into the building for hair and makeup. They raved about how much better it made their experience. Devon also made sure that my husband and I didn't have to worry about any of the details. We dropped off the decorations we brought on Thursday at the club to her and Mary, told them what everything was and they ran with it from there. We seriously did not have to lift a finger or worry about anything. We were able to just enjoy our time there and appreciate the moment rather than worry about the coordination. I have heard from many of my friends who got married at different venues that they felt rushed and their venue staff was not helping to correct anything that went wrong. I feel blessed to say that the staff at Stratton made me feel like not a single thing went wrong. From the bus driver to kitchen staff to venue manager, I felt like everyone knew exactly what needed to happen and never dropped the ball. What else... The food was generous portions that our guests raved about. My family and I have a lot of food allergies and the staff made sure our menu accommodated to the mannyyy needs without a complaint.
The club provided a lot of the decorations so we didn't have to bring it all with us or buy too much extra. At the end of the night they cleaned up all my decorations and put them in a special room for us to pick up the next day and locked up our cards in the safe so we didn't have to worry about anything being stolen.
We had our after party at Bar 802 in the village. This is the only place where we can say something wasn't great. We had ordered a few pizzas and they didn't hold them for when my husband and I arrived so we didn't get any. Also we thought we were putting money down for the pizza but it turns out they charged us a $100 event fee that they never told us about. So we were a little thrown off when at the end of the night we owed the amount for the entire order. I would recommend finding a different bar in the village that won't charge you to give them business.
Our rehearsal dinner was at Fire Tower and the food was absolutely amazing. Their specialty drinks were fantastic as well. The staff was very easy to work with and accomendated my food allergies well.
The morning after the wedding we had people meet us for brunch at the Stratton Deli and Market. The manager was super friendly and made us feel very special.
Nicole G
3.0
11/02/2018
3 stars because of extremely disappointing dinner at the Stratton Mountain Club at our wedding. First I would like to mention Val Ryan gets 5 stars as she was a life saver throughout the last few months of planning and went above and beyond for anything she could. Our coordinator had left 3 months prior to our wedding day and Val did a great job making our vision happen. She answered every email text call multiple times a day all the way through the wedding night. She even ran to our florist to get another bouquet we needed the day of the wedding. If you want a stress free wedding you want Val to be part of your day. The Stratton Mountain Club was beautiful for both ceremony and reception however, the disappointment came when dinner was served cold to our sweetheart table and 7 out of 9 of the guests tables. We were upset that a venue so beautiful couldn’t handle just 85 guests. Also, the meal they provided us with was not even the meal that we had at the tasting nor what was on our agreement. This was extremely disappointing as what we tasted at the tasting was delicious and our guests said the meal was terrible . If you’re getting married at Stratton Mountain Club, make sure you double or even triple check the meal you are being served is the one you chose as we wished we did this.
Meghan O
5.0
10/30/2018
We could not be happier with our wedding experience at Stratton! Not only is it a beautiful setting but the team there was extremely accommodating and flexible and the lodging options can't be beat. Devon, our coordinator was helpful from the get go answering any questions we had throughout the process and not enough good things can be said about Mary and her team at the Club who made the event space and the evening absolutely gorgeous. Many of our friends and family also raved about the food and the overall setting. We would definitely recommend Stratton to anyone for an amazing Vermont wedding.
Marina V
5.0
10/26/2016
It was really amazing and our wedding planner, Lisa, was such a great help throughout the whole process. The day of was perfect and I could not imagine getting married anywhere else!!
Kate L
5.0
10/19/2016
My husband and I just got married at the Stratton Mountain Resort at the beginning of October. We live outside of Boston but vacation in Vermont every fall and had always thought about how amazing it would be to get married in Vermont. We toured a couple venues that weren't quite what we were looking for, and I was starting to lose hope when we got to Stratton. But as soon as we saw the beautiful resort setting, elegant Mountain Club, and adorable chapel, we knew that it was the perfect place for our wedding. The entire staff was so helpful and friendly throughout the planning process, from our awesome wedding coordinator Lisa to the front desk staff to the event staff at the Club. Lisa always replied to my emails promptly and thoroughly and kept me relaxed throughout the planning process. Stratton is really dedicated to making your vision for your wedding day come true, and they really exceeded our expectations. It was so convenient to have our guests be able to all stay at the same place, within walking distance to both the ceremony and reception venues. Many of our guests are from the Midwest and had never been to Vermont before. They loved staying at the resort, exploring, and seeing the beautiful foliage. The day itself was everything we hoped for and more. The staff set everything up for us perfectly, and the food was amazing! So many of our guests said that ours was one of the best weddings they'd ever been to. I would highly recommend Stratton to anyone looking for an authentic, beautiful Vermont wedding without breaking the bank.
Jesse R
5.0
8/24/2016
We couldn't have asked for a more perfect day. We had our ceremony at the top of the mountain and the reception in the clubhouse below. We did a first look at the covered bridge down the road and the pictures came out amazing ( a must for weddings here) as well as family shots at the top of the mountain. Stratton had a gator waiting for guests at the top of the gondola for any guests that could not walk the terrain. Our wedding planner was Sarah and she did a great job helping us. Always quick to get back to us with any questions we had about the process. We were from out of state so there was lots of planning over the phone and internet. We relied heavily on Sarah and she went above and beyond our expectations. The staff in the clubhouse, Mary and Frank especially, are true professionals. From the moment we got there on Thursday until we left on Sunday they took care of everyone of our needs with a smile. They even set up and decorated the cocktail hour with all of the items we brought up to personalize the room. It turned out better than we imagined. Beside the wedding day, Stratton has a lot to offer to the guests. With so many options at the resort and in the village, half of our wedding guests came up Friday to start the celebrations! So we had a welcome party in the village at Mulligans on Friday night and had a great time. The basement of the bar was practically ours! We rented the penthouse suite in Long Trail and did our brunch in there Sunday morning and it worked perfectly for our wedding of 140. Overall Stratton gave us the wedding of our dreams. It was beyond perfect, with every detailed executed exactly as discussed. They have a wonderful team that truly listens and cares about your day. We felt extremely special and lucky to have found such a gem. Thank you Stratton! We will be back for all the anniversaries to come : )
Sara A
5.0
7/29/2016
We had our dream mountaintop wedding at Stratton! We hosted a long weekend at Stratton Resort for our guests and held our wedding ceremony at the mountain summit. From the first time we met with the coordinators at Stratton and toured the Mountain Club, we knew we wanted to get married there. Our coordinator, Lisa, was incredible. She was very professional, accessible, responsive, and helpful with everything during our year and a half of planning and was fantastic during our wedding day as well. The Mountain Club Manager, Mary, was extremely friendly and helpful too. Our vendors even told us how much they liked working with Lisa and Mary and how easy the coordination was. The setting is absolutely gorgeous and the Mountain Club is beautifully decorated as well. Stratton Resort had something for everybody on our guest list, from mountaintop yoga and hiking for our more outdoorsy guests to great restaurants and shops for everybody else. The weekend felt like a mini vacation for everybody, which is exactly what we wanted for our wedding. My husband and I feel very strongly that we got a very good value for our money. Our guests were raving about the food which we were also very happy with. We were able to have a very customized wedding which fit our personalities and our relationship perfectly while giving our guests a fun and unique experience! We could not have asked for a better wedding!
Knottie22114107
5.0
4/24/2016
Stratton nailed it!!
From the professional, kind, and accommodating staff to the natural beauty of the mountain, we couldn't have been happier with our decision to go with Stratton for our Labor Day 2015 wedding!
Lisa, our fabulous coordinator (which Stratton provided), was a pleasure to work with, and time and again went out of her way to make our special day. Lisa took it upon herself to send pictures of the final set up while we were getting ready the morning of and kept us in the loop. She was instrumental in organizing all of the day-of and preceding events.
The Green Apron (Stratton's Country Club Restaurant) was the perfect location for our Rehearsal Dinner. The staff was on top of everything and kept in communication with us as the nice progressed.
The whole Stratton Village helped us celebrate our wedding. We were able to set up different activities for our guests such as a fire pit with S'mores at Mulligan's Pub for a guest welcome after our Rehearsal Dinner and a post-Reception gathering. The whole Village joined in our celebration adding little details that meant a lot.
The girls at the Day Spa at Stratton Village were excellent: they really knew how to treat a bride, her friends, and family, and make them look and feel beautiful. And it was right across the street from the Chapel :)
The Chapel of the Snows provided a gorgeous quaint VT setting for our ceremony. The inside was easily decorated however we wanted, but still had plenty of natural charm, light and space.
Mary and the Stratton Mountain Club team were absolutely amazing. As a designer, I am really fussy with visual aesthetics and Mary and her team earned my trust beforehand and did not disappoint. Everyone on the team was attentive and friendly, and it was evident that they were there to make our and our guests' experiences exceptional.
Frank, who served us at our tasting and ran the bar during the reception, was extremely personable and made a lasting impression on our parents and all of our guests. After talking beer during the tasting with my husband, as were sitting before the toasts started, he noticed that my husband wasn't able to get himself a beer and found the perfect opportunity to subtly get one to the head table.
The cooks were fantastic and our guests could not stop raving about the food, the service, and the staff. The head chef even called us a few days earlier to suggest a fresher, in-season seafood option, from which we could tell they had our best interests in mind. Everyone, including our vegan family and friends, was extremely pleased with the quality of the food.
The next morning, Mark, a staff member, was incredibly helpful with packing up the decorations that we were keeping. He took time out of his morning to make sure that we could bring things out to our car easily.
Our guests appreciated the variety of the lodging options and activities for the long weekend. There really is something for everyone.
We consider ourselves extremely lucky to have such a great team working for us on our wedding day. As beautiful as the mountain and the venue truly are, it was the staff that Stratton has hired that made our day all that much more special. We can't thank the team enough.
Alyssa M
5.0
11/23/2014
We had our wedding over Columbus Day weekend and despite all the events that happen over there that weekend, our wedding guests were well taken care of and we were super happy to have them at Stratton!
From start to finish, the staff at Stratton were super helpful and although we had a few hiccups here and there, they were attentive and great to work with!
I would recommend having your wedding there or just having your wedding block there. Our guests absolutely loved staying there and we are huge fans of Stratton, even more so now!
Laura B
5.0
9/25/2014
Because all of our guests had to travel for our wedding, we wanted to make sure that our venue had everything within walking distance. Stratton Mountain Resort provided just that! Everything including lodging, restaurants, spa, golf course, chapel, and reception hall were all right there at the resort. Our guests loved the area and have commented on how they would love to return for another visit, and the wedding coordinators who work for the resort were a pleasure to work with and were a extremely helpful!
Caitlin B
5.0
5/20/2014
This venue was absolutely perfect! The staff worked with us every step of the way to ensure everything for our day was exactly the way we wanted. Our event coordinator, Louisa, was simply amazing every step of the way and gave quick, detailed responses to all of our inquiries. The Timber hall is a beautiful venue for the reception and the staff at the club worked to make the room a candle lit dream. The food was divine and everything was affordable as we were looking for a venue catering to a smaller budget. I cannot say enough about Stratton... Could not have asked for more!
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