The Edgewood Inn

Edgewood Inn) requesting that my service dog in training be allowed to accompany me at Edgewood due to my documented disability, including up into the bridal suite where I would be getting ready and sleeping. On August 8th I received an email back from Dean that stated that an exception would be made, and Harley would be allowed at the venue, including upstairs as long as she didn't go on the furniture and we brought a kennel for her to sleep in. I should note that my dog is enrolled in service dog training and provides great support to me when needed. I did not realize at the time of this email exchange that my service dog in training was required by law to be given full access to the venue because in Colorado service dogs in training are given the same access rights as service dogs. Therefore, while the permission from Dean was granted, I did not need to request permission at all. Fast forward to December 9th when we arrived at the venue. I entered the front door with Harley and walked downstairs where I was immediately greeted by Kathy and told that my dog had to stay on the bottom floor at all times. I explained to her that Harley is a service dog in training and Dean had even given us permission, but Kathy was adamant that Harley stay on the bottom floor only. Dean then confirmed what Kathy had told me and said that Harley had to stay on the bottom floor. For fear of retaliation on my wedding day, I chose not to fight with Dean and Kathy on this and I sent my service dog in training home to stay with a relative for the weekend. We were very fortunate that I did not experience a medical episode during the weekend. Dean and Kathy not only broke the law by not allowing a service dog in training access to Edgewood, but they also kept me from having my service dog in training as part of our wedding as we had planned on for the past year. Harley was supposed to be the ring bearer in our wedding. We are so disappointed by their actions and would not recommend their venue to anyone. TLDR: Service dog in training denied full access to Edgewood Inn by owners Dean and Kathy Buysse. Service dogs in training have the same access rights as service dogs in Colorado.

e went with and are SO happy we did! We were shocked at how affordable renting the venue for the weekend was compared to what we expected when we decided we really wanted a mountain wedding. From the tour all the way through our final breakfast prior to check-out, we experienced the best hospitality and thoughtful touches. The venue must be rented entirely (with the guest rooms) for weddings which is great because having the whole venue made our lives so much easier, never having to worry about traveling/transportation all weekend and allowed our families to enjoy time getting to know each other better and have fun! They have a beautiful view of Pikes Peak for all wedding events from the rehearsal through the reception. The couples suite is GORGEOUS and very roomy to get ready in prior to the ceremony. They have a separate suite on the lower level of their home for their significant other to get ready with their party as well. Kathy & Dean were hands on and helpful with anything that came up. Kathy makes an INCREDIBLE breakfast for all the guests staying at the venue. After the rehearsal dinner, I had my bridesmaids stay the night with me and we had a movie night in their in-home movie theatre which is absolutely incredible & feels like you're at the movies. It was the perfect way to enjoy more family & bridal party time together. The theater is also where my husband and I were able to hide after photos were done and before the reception started so we could grab a snack, a drink, and enjoy catching up just the two of us. Something else I have to mention for a budget-conscious couple if assessing their costs vs. other mountain venues, is that you bring in all your own alcohol! That saved us thousands of dollars (I'm not exaggerating). Another service Kathy & Dean provide is golf cart rides for folks who drive themselves since their parking lot is set away from the house AND for any disabled/handicapped folks like my husband's grandparents who needed a ride down to the lower level for the ceremony to avoid taking the stairs. This makes their venue completely accessible for all folks! A few other notes I have to include about how thoughtful they are: Dean was ON IT when my photos with my bridesmaids went a little long and I needed to get back to the house quickly before my groom and all of our wedding guests saw me as the shuttle bus with all 70+ of them arrived from Colorado Springs. He and his speedy golf cart ride were a lifesaver! The morning after the wedding, Kathy leaves fresh baked cookies (again, AMAZING) on your pillow for the newlyweds! Also — they give you your own refrigerators to use for the weekend so that you can easily store and take all your leftover food and alcohol home. (This was also so appreciated when I needed a late night snack.) I know this is a super long review and if you've made it all the way down to the end, you must be like me, a planner & A-type person who wants to know ALL about their potential venue. So to you I say: for once (I know it's hard not to), don't overthink this — just BOOK the Edgewood Inn. Even if it's not on your ideal date, take a date they have. You will be SO happy you did. THANK YOU again Kathy & Dean!!!

every morning we were there which was absolute delicious! This venue was more than I could imagine and our day was so perfect here.

ends and family, the venue made it feel very intimate and all of our guests loved it. Both families from out of town stayed at the Edgewood Inn from Thursday to Sunday which was perfect for our families to spend even more time growing together. Thank you again to Dean and Kathy for helping us put on a remarkable weekend!