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Wild Basin Lodge

4.9
(198)
best-of-weddings

1130 County Road, 84 West, Allenspark, CO

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About This Vendor

Different by Design

Located in Allenspark, CO, the Wild Basin Lodge is a wedding venue offering couples a Rocky Mountain experience to treasure forever. Nestled among groves of aspen and pine, this stunning 13-acre sanctuary is a haven from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Here, couples can bask in luxurious isolation as they enjoy stunning vistas and fresh mountain air. First constructed in the early 1900s, the Wild Basin Lodge, then called the Copeland Lake Lodge, quickly established its reputation as a premier luxury retreat. They position themselves as an alternative to the corporate and impersonal. The venue strives to offer a service that is responsive to the needs of each couple. Their ethos is grounded in the value they place on personal relationships. The venue has hosted thousands of events; that experience has only served to underline the fact that no two weddings are alike. The Wild Basin Lodge believes that every wedding is unique; every couple deserves special attention. That care and attention is characteristic of all aspects of the business. The site is enriched by the beauty which nature has provided. But the native majesty of a place must be augmented by excellent facilities and service if a wedding celebration is to live up to expectations. Guests entering the main building are greeted by a large stone fireplace. In the winter months, it suffuses the room with a warm, gentle glow. To the right, the Copeland Bar’s decor lends a friendly feel to any gathering. Beyond these, the spacious Copeland Reception Room affords guests the opportunity to dine in comfort before dancing the night away. The Wild Basin Lodge employs a team of friendly, experienced staff, committed to ensuring that every celebration is a success. Venue coordinators are available to help you plan and organize your ceremony and reception. Whether you are looking for something intimate, or a celebration on a grander scale, the Lodge offers a range of services to design your most perfect wedding day.

Amenities + Details

Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
Liability Insurance
Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding
Guest Capacity
Up to 200
Settings
Barn, Farm & Ranch, Mountain, Park, Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Destination Weddings, Destination Wedding Packages, Destination Wedding Planning, Food & Catering, Planning, Wedding Design, Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
Hall of Fame2022 Best of Weddings Winner2021 Best of Weddings Winner2020 Best of Weddings Winner2019 Best of Weddings Winner2018 Best of Weddings Winner2017 Best of Weddings Winner2016 Best of Weddings Winner2015 Best of Weddings Winner2014 Best of Weddings Winner2013 Best of Weddings Winner2012 Best of Weddings Winner2011 Best of Weddings Winner2009 Best of Weddings Winner

Wild Basin Lodge Reviews

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Reviewed On 8/13/2022 by Alexandra S
As a bride attempting to plan my wedding from China, the process could have been very overwhelming. Thank goodness I had the folks at Wild Basin Lodge to help me! The day went beautifully, thanks to their incredible staff. And the venue - utter...
ly perfect in every way. You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to photography, and views you and your guests will long remember. This Coloradan was completely thrilled! We highly recommend Wild Basin.
Reviewed On 8/09/2022 by Valentina P
We wanted to take some time after our wedding to give the Wild Basin Lodge the praise they deserve. From start to finish, our experience was fabulous and amazing, all thanks to the considerate and professional staff. To begin with, Hawley was ...
very pleasant to talk to and she made sure all of our questions were answered prior to our in-person tour, although we didn't get to meet her in person, she was very warm and so great a customer service that she made our virtual interactions very personable! Then, we met Jen while she was giving us a tour of the Wild Bain Lodge, who made us fall in love with the place (even with a crazy cloudy/windy day). We were introduced to Makenna, our day of coordinator, and I gotta say she is amazing and extremely kind. She worked with us every step of the way, accommodating every request we had, even the last minute changes, and always with a positive/can-do attitude and jovial personality. On the day of our wedding, Makenna went above and beyond to make sure our special day went the way it was supposed to, taking care of our wedding party's and families' needs, making sure the special dinner requests were done, making sure everyone was where/when they were supposed to be. She is an outstanding coordinator and definitely goes the extra mile to make a couple's wedding day spectacular. Also, the catering staff (Chef Jeff/Todd/waiters) did a fantastic job with the meals/drinks. Chef Jeff and Todd came over to our table during dinner to ask how everything was, which was a very sweet touch from them. Finally, Wild Basin as a venue doesn't need to much praise as its natural beauty speaks for itself. We got many compliments about the venue from our guests and we truly enjoyed every minute we spent at the lodge. Thank you Wild Basin for making our day unforgettable and special!
Reviewed On 7/21/2022 by Karen S
We had our wedding at Wild Basin Lodge on 6/18/22. It was the most perfect day we could have ever asked for. Our guests said that it was the best wedding that they have ever been to and that it was the most beautiful venue. We did the Elevated ...
Package (All-Inclusive), and we're so glad we did. Having Hawley as our wedding coordinator helped me through the entire process - she answered my questions quickly and kept me on track throughout, and she ensured the entire day went smoothly. The food, drinks, and staff were all incredible as well. They worked with us to accommodate all of my dietary restrictions and make us the most fun signature cocktails! The vendors on their list for us to choose from were all so great that we had a hard time deciding who to hire! But we ended up with a rockstar team, and I would do it all again exactly as it was. We had our ceremony in the meadow with the mountains behind us and our first dance by the river, and it was incredible being able to use both locations for the wedding and for pictures. It was a truly unforgettable day.
Reviewed On 7/19/2022 by Zoe D
This venue is incredible!! The views, location, amenities and staff were outstanding and we had an amazing time there for our wedding. The food was exceptional and the planning process was stress free! Thank you!!
Reviewed On 7/16/2022 by Sam T
WbL review I cannot speak highly enough of the staff at WBL and how perfect the setting is for a mountain wedding. From our initial request for information, Hawley was quick to get back to us and set up a virtual tour. The food and drinks ...
at WBL are amazing. The food isn’t your normal wedding banquet food. Our dinner was high quality and delicious. We went with the family style served dinner which was great for our dinner on the deck over looking the water. Everyone loved the food. Todd come up with an amazing cocktail that fit us for our signature drink. Makenna was our wedding planner and she did an outstanding job. All of the planning details and meetings went very smoothly which was great since most of the planing was done from several states away. She was always quick with an answer to all of my questions no matter how big or small. The day of the wedding she was around all day to help with whatever we needed and kept everything running smoothly. Best of all she was genuinely happy to be there and help us have the perfect day.
Reviewed On 7/15/2022 by Katherine R
We loved working with Wild Basin. Makenna is so sweet and understanding, and we are so happy with how our wedding went. Everything went smoothly, and our guests had a great time. The food and drink were great, and Makenna spent a lot of time wi...
th us getting down the details. It’s also an absolutely gorgeous property. I would highly recommend this venue if you’re looking for Rocky Mountain wedding.
Reviewed On 7/14/2022 by Jessika E
Wild Basin Lodge was incredible to work with! They were the ultimate professionals and did everything possible to create the most magical day for us. Makenna was a dream and the best hype girl. She made us feel like no request was too big and n...
o question too small. Todd, the Chef, and the entire food and beverage team nailed cocktails and dinner. Our guests were so impressed. The lodge has the most beautiful scenery and the decor options were so helpful for a destination wedding. Wild Basin has so many incredible locations to use throughout your day. We used the Meadow for our ceremony, the Copeland deck for our dinner, the River deck for first dances, and the Copeland room for cake and dancing. We couldn’t have had a better experience.
Reviewed On 6/27/2022 by Emily W
Truly fabulous. The whole Wild Basin crew is a dream, and we absolutely loved working with them! They helped make our snowy spring wedding truly spectacular, and we are eternally grateful. Makenna, Chef Jeff, and Todd were all-stars in making o...
ur brunch wedding a reality (highlights = snowy morning ceremony, candied bacon, biscuits and gravy, earl grey tea cocktails), but we are truly grateful to the whole team.
Reviewed On 6/14/2022 by Lindsay C
We had our wedding at WBL last weekend and it was just perfect -- even better than my expectations. Our guests were blown away by the beautiful venue nestled in the rocky mountains. We picked it for the awesome view, but the benefits extended f...
ar beyond that. The family style food service was a big hit, and the photo booth mirror was so fun! Makenna in particular went above and beyond to make sure our day went off without a hitch, and leading up to the event she was super responsive and helpful. I don't know if she ever sleeps! Hawley was awesome first showing us around and helping us get it booked. Todd created fun specialty cocktails for us, and everyone there was so amazing to work with!
Reviewed On 6/06/2022 by Alanna B
Wild Basin Lodge was the perfect venue for our wedding. Makenna went above and beyond in making sure we had everything figured out leading up to the big day, and I swear she was an actual mind reader day of, often solving problems before we ev...
en knew something might have gone wrong. The food was also truly spectacular, and my only regret is that I too busy having fun to eat more of it!
Reviewed On 3/31/2022 by Monica S
The view and location were perfect for our destination wedding. It snowed during our outdoor ceremony and it was a winter wonderland 😍. The staff was AMAZING from helping with the planning and coordinating to last minute changes. I couldn’t o...
f pulled this off without Makenna and the team ❤️ The food was delicious 😋 and the bartender made me the best old fashioned I’ve EVER had!! And the staffs hospitality 👌🏼Ty guys for giving us our dream wedding ❤️
Reviewed On 3/23/2022 by Amber Jean M
If you’re seeking a fairytale mountain wedding, look no further! Wild Basin Lodge is an epic location for an incredible day! Their all inclusive packages and preferred vendors list made planning a wedding from another state stress free! We fel...
t so cared for every step of the way, they genuinely care about every detail in every moment! The staff is beyond incredible and helpful! I honestly can not say enough good things about this venue! Our winter wedding felt so magical and flowed from one moment to the next with such ease, they think of everything!
Reviewed On 1/22/2022 by Stephanie S
Wild Basin Lodge and its team made our wedding day incredible! From coordinating our first tour with them to the wedding day, they were fantastic. Hawley informed us of fire conditions when we were supposed to take a tour of the venue and was s...
uper helpful in rescheduling with us as an out of town couple. Because we are from out of town, we were able to schedule a private tasting and work closely with the team on site while we were in town. Makenna was a wonderful coordinator, very responsive and offering ideas whenever needed. Her energetic personality matched with our group so well and it was so fun to work with her. Todd crafted delicious signature cocktails that our guests throughly enjoyed. The chef was fantastic to work with! He made an amazing custom German menu based on family recipes I provided (and translated) and guests still rave about the food! The venue itself is breathtaking and the perfect spot for our winter wedding. We got married down in the Meadow Peak location that was the perfect backdrop in our photos. We all loved warming up in front of the beautiful stone fireplace inside afterwards. Overall, our experience working with the team here was fantastic and we highly recommend them! We could not have asked for a better wedding day or experience.
Reviewed On 1/20/2022 by Jessica L
We are so so SO happy we had our October 2021 wedding at Wild Basin Lodge. It is such a beautiful venue and the staff is INCREDIBLE. Everyone came together to make the day so perfect, and we can't thank them enough! PRO TIP - Go with the All-I...
nclusive Package, it is AMAZING and you will actually have fun planning your wedding. The planning vendor WBL uses is Vining Events and I cannot say enough good things about them. Hawley and Heidi are truly the best, and we are so grateful we got to meet them through the all-inclusive package.
Reviewed On 12/21/2021 by Jessica B
We could not have chosen a better venue for our wedding. The ceremony site, surrounding area, and lodge are absolutely gorgeous. Every staff member at the Wild Basin Lodge is extremely helpful and detail oriented. All staff members are passiona...
te about creating an unforgettable experience, and this passion resonates. The staff are attentive to your ideas and do their best to make your wishes become reality. Mackenna was very prompt in responding to emails and made the experience fun and stress free. The food was delicious and our signature cocktail was a hit. Everything was easy to plan and the day went smoothly thanks to the everyone at the Lodge. This place is truly one of a kind, and we would do it all again at the Wild Basin in a heartbeat.
Reviewed On 12/06/2021 by Erin V
My husband and I absolutely love Wild Basin! The owners are amazing and the location is gorgeous! Plus, the food is consistently top-notch. The only reason I didn’t give them a full 5-star rating was because of the day-of-coordinator. My husba...
nd and I had Wild Basin booked almost 2 years prior to our wedding date. In that time, we went through 3 or 4 different day-of-coordinators. I’m not sure why WB is having trouble finding a good coordinator for this venue but when I say she wasn’t very good, I mean it. There was so many unorganized things on her end from not using the document I sent her for my bridal party entrance to having groomsmen/bridesmaids in the wrong spots at the wrong time. I believe by the time we got our deposit back from the wedding, they already had another new coordinator. The only other minor detail that went wrong for this venue was that the drinks we had made custom were definitely over-poured. Many of my guests complained about this. The upside to it was that Tod (owner) did sit down with us previously and hand-crafted signature cocktails for us at no extra charge. All in all, we loved our venue and wouldn’t have changed a thing. My recommendation is to definitely book this location but also hire a day-of-coordinator that understands what your vision is and prioritizes your wishes.
Reviewed On 9/04/2021 by Sarah S
I cannot say enough great things about Wild Basin Lodge. Our wedding day there was completely magical, and they were with us every step of the way through planning and execution. We had our ceremony in the meadow location, which was absolutely ...
stunning, with the mountains as our backdrop. We then used the river deck as the site of our first dances, which was just gorgeous and the perfect amount of space. From Hawley, who gave us our first tour and took all the time we needed to answer questions, to Dawn, our day-of coordinator who thought of everything and handled every detail with ease, to Todd, the back of house manager who ensured a smooth meal/bar/cake-cutting, we could not have been in better hands. Our guests raved about the amazing venue, and we loved that it was basically one-stop-shopping for everything we needed. The bridal suite for getting ready was fabulous and spacious for our wedding party, and the vendors that WBL recommended were excellent. Also, the price was very reasonable, especially for everything you get, particularly when compared to much more expensive venues throughout the Denver metro area. Get out of the city and have a peaceful, gorgeous mountain wedding here instead. I’m sure I could say more, but I’ll leave it at this: you have found your venue!!
Reviewed On 8/06/2021 by Jamie L
The first word that comes to mind when I think about my wedding at Wild Basin Lodge is magical. We could not have asked for a better setting for our big day with mountain peak backdrops, a sprawling field of wildflowers (summer), and a beautif...
ul rushing river. The lodge itself is beautiful, tucked back in the trees, with its separate dining area from the reception area which is so nice because your guests will have plenty of space to roam around without worrying about getting in the way of staff taking down or setting up different spaces. Speaking of the staff, I cannot say enough about how wonderful the staff is. This was a destination wedding for us, and we were primarily communicating virtually since all of our planning time was during the height of Covid. The staff could not be more helpful, knowledgeable, and accommodating to our every need. Dawn, the event/venue coordinator, talked through every step with us along the way, and on the day of, she and her assistant made sure each step went without a hitch. Todd, front of house manager, is also a mixologist and created the most perfect signature cocktails for our guests and made sure the food came out promptly during dinner. Hats off to the chef because the food was amazing, and it was all prepared right there at the lodge without having to order through a separate caterer. There were tons of options to choose from for the food too if you are looking for something beyond your standard steak and chicken. They serve the food family style too, so your guests can sample a little bit of everything and don't have to commit to one meal option. The best part of it all, you get access to the whole property for you and your guests for the whole day. Staff are working for just you all day to make sure you have everything you need, and you can really enjoy this beautiful slice of nature in peace and quiet. If you are looking for the all inclusive experience with a stunning backdrop, look no further than Wild Basin Lodge.
Reviewed On 7/29/2021 by Janie D
We fell in love with Wild Basin on our first tour and are so glad we chose it for our venue! Todd, Dawn, and all of the staff were incredible to work with. We loved the opportunity to attend a tasting before the day and were so happy with our m...
enu choices. They worked with us really closely re: weather and we were so happy with the outcome - our ceremony at the Meadow site was everything we could have wanted. Dawn and Todd made sure we were taken care of all night and were organized and professional. We also loved getting to use all the spaces - having our first dance on the River deck was really special! Finally, we loved the mirror photo booth and so did our guests. I can’t recommend Wild Basin enough and how much of a relief it is to have so many elements included (catering, bar, day of coordinating, etc).
Reviewed On 10/18/2020 by Haylee W
We only looked at two venues, and this was the first one and really the only one we needed to see. The whole Wild Basin Lodge team was so supportive, nice, and easy to work with throughout our whole wedding planning process. Olivia is so helpfu...
l and understanding, and really knows how to make wedding day visions become a reality. The whole venue is gorgeous whether you have an indoor or outdoor ceremony, and allows for so many personal touches for the reception as well. The food is incredible and the place really does encompass the "all-inclusive" venue you are paying for, and in my opinion so much more. I cannot say enough great things about the Wild Basin Lodge team and would highly recommend this venue for anyone looking for a beautiful backdrop while having an easy time planning an incredible event!
Reviewed On 10/12/2020 by Allison H
I must admit, I never write reviews but in this case, I couldn't help it. Wild Basin Lodge would get a 500 star review if I could. We were the covid couple who postponed our San Diego wedding not once but TWICE, finally gave up on that idea and...
last-minute decided to keep our postponed wedding date and find a place in our home state of CO to get married. We googled beautiful wedding venues and thought we'd have no chance to get married at a place as beautiful as this but again, covid, they had a last-minute opening on the very date we wanted just 3 weeks later and the planning began! From start to finish they made our entire experience so easy and dare I say, enjoyable?! Todd (showed us the venue, also the bar tender, also became a same-day planner and SO much more) was absolutely incredible to work with, not to mention he's a ton of fun and we hope to keep in touch! The rest of the team was also great and the owner's even showed up on our actual wedding day to help make sure everything went smoothly. From the venue itself to the decorations, the food, the photo booth, working with us on our "vision" and keeping covid safe, everything was so easy and the day was perfect. I couldn't recommend this venue or the people that made it possible more. Thank you Wild Basin Lodge!!
Reviewed On 9/16/2020 by Ashley L
There are not enough stars in the sky to let us give the full star rating that we want to provide you with. Your team took the scary and unknown territory of our wedding day in the middle of a pandemic and turned it into the most amazing, memor...
able day of our lives. I cannot express how grateful I am that Olivia seamlessly became an unexpected, wonderful bridesmaid, how the chef greeted us at the table, and how our beer glass never appeared empty. The team's attention to detail and authenticity radiated in every move. And, it never went unnoticed by us. Thank you for being the team that you are and for helping to make this one of our favorite days to look back on. We look forward to being with you all again at the larger reception in June 2021.
Reviewed On 8/19/2020 by Evelynn G
My fiance and I have been in the process of planning our wedding for almost a year now and other than our first month of no wedding planning (not worrying about wedding planning and just soaking in the engagement bliss), the Wild Basin Lodge ha...
s been in every step of our planning! We booked the WBL to have our ideal, as stress-free as possible, epic mountain wedding. I say stress-free because from the moment we arrived at the venue in August 2020, they have made everything so easy! We didn’t actually have an appointment, but called ahead as we were shopping for other venues in the area that we had appointments for and they pretty much said “yeah come on by!” We parked, entered, and were immediately offered drinks from the bar and a personal tour. As we walked around the entire venue, beer and wine in hand, we fell in love. The process began very smoothly and to point out a few things that we loved the most: 1. The fact that they have a coordinator that helps all couples throughout the entire process. This was important to us especially because we didn’t have a wedding planner and this person would be our liaison to the venue. 2. The food and beverage comes with the venue and that’s been really easy for us to not have to outsource all of that and add even more vendors to our list. 3. Lastly (just to keep this someone short) we really loved the meadow site and the amazing view! Really everything was just perfect and everyone was so kind. For context, we visited four other venues before we found the Wild Basin Lodge and we never looked back! Fast-forward to March when the coronavirus pandemic began, we really believed that our stress-free wedding was not going to happen. This is when we realized just how amazing the WBL team truly is. With all of the regulations and restrictions mandated by the state, the WBL team kept us informed on everything as it would apply to our wedding. We were truly blessed to have Olivia as our coordinator because her communication is outstanding! We never felt as if we were in the dark or out of the know. Olivia and the rest of the team made sure that we were as comfortable as possible whether we decided to move forward or reschedule for a future date. This meant a lot to us especially after hearing some heart wrenching stories from our friends that were also getting married this year and their negative experiences with their selected wedding venues. Originally, we were required to have a 100 person minimum, but with the COVID situation preventing a lot of family and friends from out of state and out of the country to come, they lifted the 100 min. Requirement which is the biggest reason we decided to move forward with our original date. The WBL team has been there every step of the way and was more than willing to accommodate any changes or updates for us while maintaining compliant with CDC standards. Our wedding is in one week and if the actual wedding day goes anything like the year leading up to it, we will be ecstatic. Not saying we would recommend getting married during a pandemic, but if you choose to like we did, the Wild Basin Lodge is the place to do it! We can’t wait to get married at the Wild Basin Lodge and look forward to experiencing the most memorable day of our lives at this extraordinary venue with this amazing team.
Reviewed On 1/01/2020 by J M
We were married here Oct. 2019 on a Sunday. I want to make it clear that we truly had an amazing wedding! However, if I am being honest, I think our wedding was beautiful because of us and our guests and not the venue. We booked this venue in ...
Feb. 2019 specifically because of how beautiful the meadow site was and how incredibly warm/welcoming the manager, Denise, was. It felt like a dream! We were told the Saturday date we wanted was already booked, so we took the Sunday. Months after booking and not hearing any further information, we called only to find out that the venue had been sold. From then on we felt more like a contractual obligation rather than the hospitality we felt before. We were going to book the rooms in the lodge, but the prices increased, my husband spoke to Madison on the phone who was incredibly rude and a power trip constantly quoting the contract. The contract had actually changed from the original one we had signed under the old ownership, which was both confusing and frustrating. Over a month before our wedding date we saw that there was likely going to be a bad snowstorm on our date. Obviously, weather is not something that can be controlled and is just unfortunate. However, on our wedding weekend, we found out the Saturday wedding before ours must have got canceled. We never received notification of this. If we had been notified early enough, we may have been able to switch our date to Saturday, a day with near-perfect weather conditions. Or at the very least, we could have gotten our bridal party together for pictures on Saturday in the meadow. It was clearly documented that the meadow site was what we wanted and on our actual wedding day, they did not even bother to prepare the meadow site. They pressed us to make decisions on the morning of our wedding and offered minimal solutions, so we held the wedding inside. Also, the main staff left halfway through our wedding, basically after ushering everyone downstairs for the reception. The highlight of the venue was the food 100%. 5-star food, everyone was raving about it! However, the lack of communication, especially regarding the Saturday before our day getting canceled, us not getting to utilize the meadow site at all when we easily could have was very heartbreaking. This venue by no means went above and beyond for us but happily accepted our checks. Overall, we really felt unwanted, overlooked, and like a number on a spreadsheet. *if you take anything away from this review, just please note that basically all of the 5-star reviews were left under the old owner/management*
Response from the Vendor on 01/07/2020
Juli & Johnathan, I appreciate your time to explain your frustrations. I don't want to belittle your memory of the most special day of your life. After meeting with the staff who worked your entire event it seems that our memory of this day is...
a little bit different. Your Bridal Coordinator, FOH Manager, and Chef all put in over 14 hours of labor on your wedding day to make sure it went smoothly. We do recall that the weather was quite poor, unfortunately. However, we did prepare both outdoor ceremony sites. I can understand how the weather made it seem like they were not prepared at all. Because you had chosen to not have a free and included rehearsal the day before your wedding, your wedding day was the first opportunity we had in-person to come up with a solution to the weather. As your wedding was booked for that Sunday, it is difficult for both sides to move a wedding date. Your guests may have made prior travel arrangments, and our staffing would not be guaranteed to be able to serve you on a 1 or 2 day notice because we staff months in advance. We had made other obligations for that Saturday preceding your wedding day with tours and other couples coming up for meetings. So moving a wedding date last minute seems unreasonable so everyone. If you would have only asked to come the day before your wedding to take photos this would have been possible, we offer this to all of our couples who inquire. On the day of your wedding, we did mutually agree to move the ceremony inside. When the weather is blizzarding it is difficult to offer more solutions than an indoor ceremony. We really did try our best to accommodate, I'm so sorry if you felt shorted in any way. That, of course, is not our intention. We are a small family run company and yes there is new ownership of Wild Basin (still family run) but all staffing has stayed the same. Our couples do not feel like numbers on a schedule to us. Thank you for your feedback, we can only hope to improve from here.
Reviewed On 11/09/2019 by Jeanine S
My husband and I got married at Wild Basin in March of 2019 and we had the most amazing white winter wedding! It decided to start snowing the night before the wedding, and with over a foot and a half of snow, we made the decision that we were s...
till getting married outside! Denise and all of her staff were amazing and took such good care of us. The bridal suite downstairs was perfect and more than enough space for all the ladies in my wedding party. The bar and open space on the main level were perfect for guests to hang out before the wedding started and was wonderful for dancing and cake eating after dinner. This was the wedding of our dreams and we cannot say thank you enough to everyone at Wild Basin for taking such good care of us to make sure our day was perfect. The only negative I can say is that I wasn't hungry enough to really do justice to the amazing dinner that we were served. The food was so good and I wish I could have come back the next day to eat more! We were not able to come ahead of time to do the food tasting as we live in Texas, and Denise was right when she told us we could trust her that everything would taste fantastic. If you don't have the time, you don't need to taste it ahead of time...unless you just want to eat more amazing food!
Response from the Vendor on 11/11/2019
Jeanine, thank you so much! You really made the best of the snow and embraced and winter wedding in the Rockies! I'm so glad you were pleased with our service as an out of state bride. We know how stressful it can feel planning from out of stat...
e, but thank you for trusting us!
Reviewed On 11/05/2019 by Mustafa Q
I don’t know where to begin, Wild Basin Lodge is the perfect venue and made our wedding day magical. They went above and beyond to make every last detail of our wedding a priority and make our day as stress free and as us as possible. The staff...
and team feel like family and treated us like their own. When we came for a tour we joked about having lamas at the wedding and without hesitation they welcomed the idea and put us in contact with people to make it happen. All of our ideas, big or small they were willing to accommodate and made them a reality. I cannot say enough about Denice, Olivia, and the team. They are wonderful and are the gold standard for hospitality. As someone who grew up in culture of hospitality and service, I felt right at home, at ease, and taken care of with the Wild Basin team. We highly recommend Wild Basin to anyone and everyone. The venue is breathtakingly magnificent, the people are even better. We could talk endlessly about Wild Basin, the team, and how they made our day unforgettable. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! You all are the best!
Response from the Vendor on 11/11/2019
Mustafa, you and Jamie had the most beautiful and creative brunch wedding! We are so happy you picked us to begin your life with as a married couple together!
Reviewed On 11/04/2019 by Kate S
Wild Basin was the perfect venue for our intimate ceremony and dinner. The space is great for both intimate and larger parties, as it has the space but doesn't feel empty without all the people. We had 13 people, including myself and the groom...
, and both the ceremony site and dinner by the river felt intimate and close to nature (which we love!). The WBL team is also amazing to work with, very accommodating and have lots of ideas to make your day just how you imagine...and are totally up for trying things they haven't done before! Also - the food is sooo good!
Response from the Vendor on 11/11/2019
Kate, I'm so glad you enjoyed your experience with us! Your elopement was so special! And we loved that you used the river deck for dinner! It was the perfect use for your wedding!
Reviewed On 10/21/2019 by Jenn L
This was the most beautiful and perfect venue for our wedding this past August. The staff, especially Olivia, was attentive to our needs and was so supportive and caring before, day of and after our wedding. I am so impressed with just how easy...
the planning was for our special day because of the extra time and energy spent helping us. I would highly recommend Wild Basin for your wedding. It is nothing short of a dream come true!!!
Response from the Vendor on 11/11/2019
Jenn, your wedding was beautiful! We loved the wooden rounds your daughter made, so creative and an awesome touch!
Reviewed On 10/12/2019 by Sally M
Wild Basin holds such a special place in my heart. My husband and I agree that our wedding was our best day ever and we credit that to the amazing staff and scenery at Wild Basin. I can't speak more highly of the people who work at the venue. T...
hey care deeply about making people happy and work hard to honor the unique wishes of each couple. They are very experienced and professional and most of all, kind - they truly are the best in the business. It's a big deal to pick a wedding venue, and picking Wild Basin was our best decision!
Response from the Vendor on 11/11/2019
Sally, thank you so much! You and Jon are a couple that every venue dreams of, it is so obvious the love you have for one another. Thank you for trusting us with such a special moment in your lives together <3
Reviewed On 10/09/2019 by Amanda H
My husband and I got married at Wild Basin on 07.18.19. To say that they made the entire wedding process easy is an understatement. We booked a year out in July 2018 as an out of state couple. The communication and ease of the planning was phen...
omenal. I received an e-mail back (for my multitude of questions) promptly, usually within a day. We loved the transparency of the inclusive billing with the upgrades clearly labeled and no pressure regarding the upgrades. If we wanted to include anything, they had a can do attitude to making our wedding extremely special. I cannot rave enough about how seamless our wedding day went with the help from Olivia, Denice, & Lisa. They truly care and go above and beyond to make your day go smoothly and perfect. The food was absolutely amazing (we got MANY compliments) as was the venue itself. They also let you utilize any decorations that they have, which definitely helped with us coming from out of state (IL). We ended up using the Meadow for our ceremony site which was absolutely breathtaking. If you are hesitating, I would assure you that Wild Basin is wonderful and well worth the money to have a beautiful mountain wedding. Thank you again Wild Basin & Staff!!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/10/2019
Amanda, I am so glad we were able to manage the nerves of planning a destination from out of state with Tim. We are so lucky you picked us to host your first day as a married couple <3
Reviewed On 10/08/2019 by shawn f
Our wedding was so smooth and the staff was amazing! The property is beautiful.
Response from the Vendor on 10/10/2019
Shawn, thank you so much! I will pass your words on to the staff!
Reviewed On 10/07/2019 by Kyle M
I always thought choosing a venue for my wedding was going to be a difficult decision, especially in Colorado where there are plenty of places that boast panoramic mountain views, creekside ceremony sites, or acres of private land with groves o...
f Aspen trees. Not many venues on the list have ALL of that and a staff as amazing as Wild Basin Lodge. My Fiancé and I aren't due to get married until August 2020, but I already know our wedding day is going to be perfect! About a week ago, we toured Wild Basin Lodge and were blown away by everything we saw. The two ceremony sites, magnificent views of Copeland Mountain, and rustic vibe of the lodge were exactly what we were looking for, but what ultimately sold us was how well we were treated by the entire staff. Madison, who gave our tour (both sets of parents along for the ride), did an incredible job at making us all feel welcome. There wasn't a single time that we felt rushed. At Wild Basin, you are allowed to dream up your dream wedding day and the team will do everything in their power to make it happen. It's clear that no two weddings have ever been the same here. We toured one other venue later that day and as soon as it was over, we cancelled all of our other tours and decided on Wild Basin Lodge knowing that no one was going to compare. If the staff at Wild Basin takes so much pride in giving initial tours, I can only imagine the quality of service and support we will get throughout the process and on our actual wedding day. August 2020 can't come soon enough!
Response from the Vendor on 10/10/2019
Kyle, your words are so heartwarming. We can't wait for you and Haylee's special day here ! <3
Reviewed On 10/07/2019 by Amanda F
Wild Basin Lodge and Event Center is a beautiful, clean, welcoming venue. They provide the catering and alcohol, as well as many decorations if you choose, making the planning process as easy as possible. The food is so delicious, and our guest...
s had a great time at our wedding. I wanted a mountain wedding but did not want to pay the prices some of the resorts in the mountains were charging, and Wild Basin was within our budget. I am so happy to have had my wedding at Wild Basin!
Response from the Vendor on 10/10/2019
Amanda, thank you for choosing us! Come back any time you like <3
Reviewed On 9/22/2019 by Sierra R
The wedding was very smooth and beautiful. Inter-staff communications caused some hiccups on the day before and of the wedding, however, were quickly fixed so that they didn't interfere with the wedding. Todd, the head bartender, and Jeff, the ...
chef, went above and beyond to make sure any of our food allergy guests felt welcomed. They also worked with us to create a custom menu. We had the most perfect day thanks to the attentiveness of the Wild Basin staff.
Response from the Vendor on 09/23/2019
Sierra, thank you for your kind words! Your wedding was beautiful! Bringing the salmon and so many other ingredients with you from Alaska made it all the more special. We wish you and Tom a happy forever after!
Reviewed On 7/28/2019 by Rebecca H
My husband and I got married here a few weekends ago. If I had to do it all again, I would hands down go with Wild Basin Lodge! Olivia was so amazing and helpful- she took away all of the "day of stress" and made sure we were having a good time...
. Everything was absolutely phenomenal- and the views are breathtaking! Highly recommend.
Response from the Vendor on 08/26/2019
Rebecca, I'm so happy that we could make you and Christians day so special! Come back and visit any time!
Reviewed On 7/23/2019 by Robin A
My husband Chris and I looked at a number of venues when we were engaged, and Denice at Wild Basin immediately stole our hearts with their extreme organization, personal devotion, and VERY full glasses of wine. Denice and her husband run this v...
enue in exactly the way you’d expect two engineers with multiple advanced degrees to run any organization: the whole outfit is efficient, orderly, dependable, and precise while retaining the invaluable personal touch and loving attitude that we wanted when planning and experiencing one of the most important days of our lives. Our wedding was essentially picture-perfect from beginning to end, with mother nature providing us a beautiful two hour window of dry weather and misty clouds (made for lovely photos) during our ceremony on a rainy day (but not to worry; Olivia, our cool-headed and thoughtful coordinator, and Denice had about a dozen contingency plans for foul weather and were fully prepared to change one, some, or all aspects of the plan at a moment’s notice as the situation demanded). After hearing stories about our friends’ weddings with small things being overlooked, time tables falling apart, flowers getting ruined or guests not getting to eat, we were doubly grateful for the graceful and (though I’m sure appearances are deceptive, seemingly effortless) practiced art of time management, guest-herding, food service, vendor coordination, and staff communication. We were able to eat, drink, enjoy ourselves, dance, visit our guests, AND be fully present on the wonderful day we worked so hard to make possible. As I (the bride) was in charge of much of the planning, I particularly appreciated the instantaneous communication and responses from the lodge on any day of the week. The only time there was a lull was when they had another wedding and they were—as they were for us on our own wedding day!—fully devoted to that task. We truly felt like our wedding was their priority at all times, though they do more than 300 a year and ours was probably smaller than the average. We also stayed the night in the honeymoon suite at the Lodge, and while I’m certain having the full wedding party or family there in the available rooms would be great fun, we enjoyed the solitary splendor and mountain quiet after a wonderful but exhausting day—highly recommended. Though there were many individual efforts and personal choices that went into our wedding, we feel certain that WBL contributed substantially to the exclamation we received from just about every guest: “This is the BEST wedding we have EVER attended!”
Response from the Vendor on 08/26/2019
Robbin, your kind words mean so so much to us here at Wild Basin! We try our best to give all our couples the wedding of their dreams. We are grateful for your appreciation and I will make sure the staff knows how much you valued them on your...
wedding night <3
Reviewed On 7/07/2019 by Kimberly W
HANDS DOWN FIVE STAR REVIEW! I live in Texas and we wanted to have our wedding in Colorado! Wild Basin Lodge was beautiful and has such a wonderful staff that helps you every step of the way! Olivia was the most amazing part of it all! She hel...
ped me with the schedule the day of, brought me mimosas while i was getting ready, check on both me and my husband, and kept me sane through the chaos. We didnt have a chance to come try the food before the wedding but was not disappointed with anything that was served! the Buffalo Steak and Chicken were so good. The day was absolutely perfect! Our stay in the King Suite the night of was great! It was so nice to be able to walk up stairs to go to sleep after the reception instead of driving to the nearest hotel. I'm so grateful that this was the place I chose to have my wedding! I would recommend to anyone looking for a beautiful mountain view wedding.
Response from the Vendor on 08/26/2019
Kim, I'm so glad we were able to make the day so special for you and Henry! Oliva felt so special to sign your wedding contract! She still talks about Henry bustling your dress <3 I hope you are enjoying your days as newlyweds!
Reviewed On 7/07/2019 by Catherine A
This was literally the best day of my life. It would not have been possible without the support, kindness, patience, and persistance EVERYONE at wild basin had. Oliva was AMAZING! Even through some staffing changes prior to the wedding everythi...
ng came together perfectly. They even made us a specialty cocktail without us even asking! I don't even have the words to describe how great our experience was before, during, and even now after the wedding!
Response from the Vendor on 08/26/2019
Catherine, Your wedding was beautiful! Thank you for still trusting in us on your most special day even with the new staff at the time! Olivia is amazing and we are so lucky to have her!
Reviewed On 5/21/2019 by Katherine S
My sister just got married at this venue. Olivia (the bridal coordinator) was so helpful! She was very on top of it and kept us on track in the inevitable chaos of a wedding day. Thank you to Olivia for keeping us grounded!
Response from the Vendor on 08/26/2019
Casille and Michael did have a very special day with such a fun theme! I will pass your words on to Olivia :)
Reviewed On 10/17/2018 by Daniel G
We were married at Wild Basin at the end of July in 2018, and the ceremony and reception were perfect. All of the staff there were so helpful and made the process easy. They answered all of our questions, whether emailed or called, and were eff...
icient and painless to work with. The venue itself is gorgeous and quiet. Wild Basin easily accommodated our various food restrictions, and the food was delicious. Our guests gave us so many compliments on the setting, the food, and all the vendors we worked with - most of whom Wild Basin recommended to us. We loved our mountain wedding, and this was the perfect venue for us.
Reviewed On 10/08/2018 by Crystal T
Best experience!! Everyone was so great to us. Christina took care of all my needs. The location was stunning. Our guests were happy. Everyone was blown away by how beautiful it was. The food was AWESOME. The entire staff was friendly. It was a...
magical day for us. This venue is one of a kind. My needs were met. Questions answered. I’d do it again and again here! Crystal T
Reviewed On 10/06/2018 by Allison S
My husband and I just got married August 2018 and we are so excited that we went with Wild Basin! The day went absolutely perfectly! The venue absolutely wowed all of our guest. The staff is so incredible friendly and helpful. They are so on to...
p of it, which makes it so easy to focus on having fun on your big day. The food is AMAZING. I don’t think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. We highly recommend choosing Wild Basin for your wedding!
Response from the Vendor on 08/26/2019
Allison, Happy one year anniversary! Thank you for your kind review and for still thinking of us after all this time!
Reviewed On 10/02/2018 by Taylor B
Thank you so much for helping to make our wedding such a special day. It really was the perfect day! You all worked so hard to pay attention to every little need and detail. The food was delicious and every staff member was so helpful. We feel ...
blessed to be a part of the Wild Basin family. We are looking forward to visiting you all very soon. Thank you again for everything!
Reviewed On 9/28/2018 by Bianca C
We had our wedding ceremony and reception at Wild Basin Lodge on August 27, 2018. It was absolutely gorgeous day! The meadow ceremony site has a really gorgeous view of the mountains. We had a hard time choosing between the meadow ceremony site...
and the river ceremony site…so we just used both. Both sites are easily located within each other, so it was very easy for our guests (especially for my uncle who was in a wheelchair) to get from place to place. I was extremely happy to work with Christina and Denice throughout the entire year. Christina was so wonderful to work with. She made me feel comfortable and taken care of, and she always answered all of my questions with the utmost patience. The staff and bartenders were also very accommodating throughout the entire event and we never had to ask for anything, because they were already there with a drink in hand for us. The venue is beautiful, the food is good, and the staff was extra helpful! All of my guests are still talking about this place. It is the perfect place. We were trying to find a place where I could have a ceremony and reception in the same place, have a mountain backdrop, and one that included as many services as possible. I looked at 9 different venues during my search, and for everything that was provided, I really felt that Wild Basin gave me the very best package and services for what I paid. I am so thrilled that I had my wedding at Wild Basin! It was the best choice I made for my wedding, next to my wedding cake. YUM! It was the perfect wedding, perfect venue, and the best staff I could have had on my special day! If I could get married all over again, I would definitely pick Wild Basin again! I would recommend this venue to anyone.
Reviewed On 9/27/2018 by Sarah H
We got married at Wild Basin in February 2017 and had the most amazing experience. From when I first walked through the door I knew it was where I wanted to get married. The venue is beautiful and cozy, with amazing views, and perfect rustic de...
tails. It made for a true Colorado wedding. In addition, the people are wonderful. They were able to answer every question I had through the whole planning process and make my wedding planning experience truly stress free. They had a list of their top vendors that I used and each one of them provided me with exactly what I wanted. The food was some of the best food that I have eaten at a wedding, and I’m not just saying that because it was my wedding. The chef did an amazing job preparing the food and made me a tasty special meal as the only vegetarian at my wedding. The day of the wedding, Christina was so helpful with everything. From helping me decorate to calming my nerves. All I dreamed of was having a true Colorado winter wonderland wedding, and they helped me to accomplish that.
Reviewed On 9/24/2018 by Jamiee A
I was extremely excited about getting married here. The venue is beautiful and is set in the Rocky Mountains on the St. Vrain River. Christina was easy to work with. So let me just break it down for you and tell you where things went wrong. I’l...
l try to make this as short as possible. I’ll put everything into a timeline so it might seem like things I’m mentioning are pointless but they will all tie together in the end. First Visit - I told Christina that: 1. I was considering bringing in different chairs. I was told that was fine but their chairs were heavy and would need to be moved and we agreed on a $200 moving fee 2. I wanted everyone to sit at one table in the shape of a squared U. In a later phone call I was told the tables would total 50 feet because I was ordering a garland for the centerpiece. The Tasting - when I called to reserve a spot for the tasting I asked if another wedding had been scheduled the day before mine and was told no (I called on Monday and the tasting was on Saturday) because the lodge will allow you to decorate early if there isn’t a wedding the day before yours, which is a huge plus. I was told that the linens were included in the cost of everything. We were asked to update as much info as we could in our timeline. Up to this point all of my communication was with Christina who was busy during the tasting so Denice came to talk to us and walk us through some of our decisions. Denice didn’t seem to know anything about my wedding which was a little concerning because we were 1 out of 10 couples present. I get it, they have a lot of weddings there but if only 10 couples were going to show up to a tasting, I would think you would at least look at their paperwork and remember something especially since she thought we had rented out all floors of the lodge and we hadn’t . Then Denice informed me that they had a wedding the day before mine, which was weird since five days prior they didn’t. After a few days I turned in my timeline with 90% of it filled out. The month before - My little brother has a severe gluten allergy so I called the lodge to ask them what food could he eat that we had ordered. Neither Christina or Denice was around so the lady who answered the phone said “well most of our food is gluten free”. Nice to know but that doesn’t really answer the question. I called back the next week and left a message on voice mail. I was sent an email from Denice with the same answer as the lady had previously given me over the phone. I was then told that my wedding planner was going to have her work cut out for her moving the chairs. I was a little baffled by this statement because I didn’t have a wedding planner at the time I booked the venue so I know I would have never agreed to have her do the moving, and the venue was supposed to charge me a fee to move them. When I informed Denice of mine and Christina’s agreement with the chair moving, she seemed to get a little short with me. I was then sent an email from the venue saying that a lot of information was missing from my timeline but when I opened the timeline they sent, it was the one that was 90% filled out. Some of the information that they stated was missing in the email was clearly stated in the timeline. So this time I filled out everything but the final head count and meal numbers. I then sent the timeline back in an email with several questions, which were: 1. Please tell me what food that I have ordered is gluten free? 2. What time can we come in to start decorating? 3. Please provide the table layout so I can provide a seating chart. I was told that they received my timeline and it was currently updated and: 1. Everything I ordered was gluten free but some of the crackers. The gluten free crackers would be marked. 2. I could come in the day before to decorate 3. A table layout was attached I opened the “updated” timeline only to realize that it didn’t completely match what I had just sent them. I was then thrown off by the date that was given to decorate as I was previously told that day had been booked for a wedding. The table layout that Denice provided was 30’ longer than Christina and I had talked about, and what I had ordered flowers for. I called the lodge to figure out some of the discrepancies. Denice fixed the table issue and the told me that the date was correct to come in and decorate and acted like a wedding had never been booked on that date. Which was fine but we had already arranged our rehearsal and rehearsal lunch around that wedding and it didn’t make sense for us to drive all the way back to the lodge once we were back in Denver. When we received the final bill, we were charged for the linens and the charge for the honeymoon suite was higher then we were quoted. I didn’t say anything because total it was a $200 difference. The Rehearsal - I was met by a girl who I was told was my wedding ambassador. She then proceeded to run the rehearsal and didn’t let my planner do her job. She ran us through the ceremony one time and sent us on our way. The Wedding - we showed up in the morning with my wedding cake and we were told to take it downstairs by an older lady. When we did there was no one downstairs to help us out with where it needed to go. I walked back upstairs to ask if someone was coming to show us where to store it and she then said to bring it back upstairs. We proceeded to start decorating and would then stop to answer questions from the venue staff. I don’t mind being asked questions but one staff member was rude and the older lady couldn’t hear so I had to shout answers at her five times before she heard me. The venue staff was constantly confused about what they were and weren’t providing, which I didn’t understand because I sent detailed diagrams showing what I was bringing in. After 2:00pm, besides the servers and bartender, I saw no other workers from the lodge including management. We had to remove all of our items from the changing room by 4:15 pm in order for the cleaning crew to clean the room for tomorrow’s bride. We removed everything but the room was still dirty when the wedding wrapped up so I’m not sure why we were supposed to evacuate the room. Part of our package was that my husband and I were supposed to have private appetizers while my dress was being bustled. The bustle was pretty complicated and took about 25 minutes. We waited for 20 minutes after that and gave up on the private appetizers being delivered to us. We told the DJ to go ahead and announce us and as we were walking into the reception, our appetizers came out so we sent them away and joined our party. The gluten free crackers weren’t marked as promised. We never received the bread service (part of the package). Another part of our package was a late night snack in our room after the wedding was over and we never received that either. The next morning we got up at 5 and were leaving the lodge at 6am. My bag was super heavy and I was carrying other things so I just let me bag drag down the stairs. The bag started smacking the stairs on the way down so Denice ran out of her office and started screaming at me to stop what I was doing, that I was damaging the stairs and that they were $1,000 a stair to fix. I was a little taken aback. I just thought there was a better way to handle this then to scream at me. When my husband showed up to help with the bag she quickly changed her demeanor and tried to be pleasant to us. The last issue was the week of the wedding we had 9 guests cancel. The venue didn’t make those 9 meals and pocketed all of that money. $1,500 is a lot to keep for doing absolutely nothing. I understand if they had to buy the food but I felt like they should have provided some credit especially since they didn’t bother making it. I really wanted to love this place. They have a lot of great reviews but we were just treated poorly by everyone but Christina. I loved everything about my wedding but if I had to do it again, we would have chosen a different venue. It’s a beautiful place but honestly dealing with the staff (everyone but Christina) was frustrating. I know a lot of these things mentioned seemed small but it really put a damper on things and created unnecessary stress. I really hope everyone has amazing results with this place but our experience was pretty lackluster and if I can help another bride to not be treated the way I was, I hope this helps.
Reviewed On 9/21/2018 by Katie O
The Wild Basin Lodge helped give us the wedding of our DREAMS! The location is absolutely stunning, and so private. It will only be you and your guests on the day of your wedding. Christina and Denice were so helpful and communicative and it re...
ally helped us with our planning. They were also so flexible and understanding when we were all over the place getting closer to day of. They made our wedding day run so smoothly and everything was so beautiful and the food was great and filling! The bar was awesome as well, we got to have a signature drink created by one of the bridesmaids, and we were able to stock the bar with special requests. It was just a pleasure working with everyone there, and our wedding was perfect and we could not be more grateful!
Reviewed On 9/21/2018 by Lorrie F
Our wedding was everything we could have hoped for. Planning with Denice and Christina was a breeze, and everyone loved the beautiful riverside setting. Our guests also loved the food, and we were able to have the wedding of our dreams.
Reviewed On 9/21/2018 by Emma K
My husband and I were married here on Sept 15, 2018. Everything was perfect! If you're looking for a place that feels like a destination wedding (but is still fairly close to Denver), you cannot ask for a better location. Denise and Christina a...
re fantastic; they make you feel like family from the moment you meet them. They were great at communicating in the months leading up to our wedding and had lists ready of vendors they had worked with in the past which made it easy to plan the other wedding details. They also have a list of cabins/vacation houses nearby (some walking distance) that we used to house our wedding party. The ceremony sites are stunning at any time of year (but especially in the fall with the aspens changing). Everyone loved the food and they have a very well-stocked bar. There is also a salon room downstairs where we were all able to get ready on the wedding day. Of note, make sure to warn your guests about the lack of reception in the mountains so they don't get lost. The lodge does have wifi.
Reviewed On 8/16/2018 by Nicole G
I could not have asked for a more perfect wedding day! Christina, Denice, and the whole Wild Basin Staff were amazing to work with. They made the whole wedding a stress-free, enjoyable experience. They were available throughout the whole pr...
ocess to answer all my questions big or small. The day of the wedding the whole staff was so helpful and everyone played a big part in making our wedding go as smoothly as possible. All my guests were amazed by how beautiful the venue is and the amazing food we served. It honestly is the best wedding venue, staffed with people who care to make your dream wedding come true. <3
Reviewed On 8/08/2018 by Kristen A
Fantastic place for a wedding!! We got married on 7/22/18 and it was perfect. We had a smaller wedding with about 50 people and it felt like the perfect size place, but they can accommodate many more if you have a bigger wedding. From the getti...
ng ready rooms, to the ceremony sites, to the reception logistics, they have it all down to a science. Christina is fantastic & hilarious and we loved working with her. If you ever have a stressful moment leading up to the wedding, all you have to do is call her and she’ll calm your nerves in 2 seconds with a solution. Everything ran so smoothly and it is such a beautiful setting! The food is A.MAZ.ING. One of the first comments from most of our guests was how amazing the food was. Stop searching and get married here!!!
Reviewed On 7/28/2018 by Heidi H
What an amazing venue and staff! You can tell the staff loves what they do and I felt very taken care of from planning to the special day! I’d highly recommend Wild Basin!!!
Reviewed On 7/18/2018 by Kelsey S
We held our reception here on June 8, 2018. It was more than perfect. Denise and Christina made the day so easy and effortless. They even had decorations for us to use. They are incredibly organized and I am so grateful that they took the time ...
to put together a very detailed schedule of the day and communicate with the DJ and florist. It has a rustic, Colorado feel and the property is gorgeous. We couldn't have asked for a better venue. It was a dream come true!
Reviewed On 6/22/2018 by Alyssa B
Where do I even begin. My husband and I reserved the Wild Basin Lodge for our wedding and literally everything about it was PERFECT. We began by taking a tour of the property (the meadow wasn't accessible since it was January) and they answere...
d every question we had and then some. They clearly laid out what services they offer, the cost details, and gave us a lot of helpful resources for nearby vendors who they've successfully worked with in the past. From that point, they answered every single email I sent, even the ones that were full of 30 questions. They recommended a nearby vendor who absolutely nailed the dinner reception. They consistently checked in to make sure the questions they had were answered and that they had all of the details they needed to make our day successful. The day before the wedding, we met up to do our rehearsal - this was the first wedding for a lot of my friends, so we were all pretty clueless about what needed to happen. The staff walked us through every single step of the ceremony and eased any and all concerns that we had. We knew exactly what to do and when to do it. On the actual wedding day, the staff was happy and helpful and really stepped in when anything needed to get done. I'm sure that I don't even know the half of what they were doing in the background. They asked for my input if a decision needed to be made, but otherwise left me free to get ready and enjoy my day while they helped get everything set up and ready to go. I really can't say enough how amazing and wonderful the staff is and how perfect my wedding day was. I am forever thankful and grateful for having picked this venue for my wedding.
Reviewed On 1/30/2018 by Jessica C
Getting married here was an absolute fairy tale! My husband and I got married at Wild Basin Lodge in September 2017. We worked with Christina, Denice, and Charlotte. They are among the most amazing women in the world! Christina and I would exch...
ange messages almost every day. She guided us and helped us in everything from decorations to times to set ups, etc. She made everything as smooth and easy as possible, even when my husband and I went a little crazy. The staff at WBL is flexible and accommodating. They treat you as a human rather than a $. You walk in and you’re greeted with a hug because you’re family. The venue is huge and gorgeous!! You get the entire venue and all the acres to yourself on your wedding day! We got married at the Meadow and the view was breathtaking! We received a bit of a sprinkle on our wedding day which happened right when we exchanged rings. We saw that as a great sign. Christina is so amazing. I have no words to describe how great of a woman she is! She treats each wedding as if it were her own. She takes great pride in what she does and you can tell she loves what she does. Christina, Denice, and Charlotte took great care of our families and guests on our wedding day. They were very patient and answered every question thrown at them. We wish we got a picture with them in our wedding day! We can go on about how great they are and how amazing this venue is. There’s no end. Thank you so much WBL for an amazing wedding day and months of planning!
Response from the Vendor on 04/27/2018
There are no words to express how thankful we are for your amazing words. P.S. Come back and take a picture on your anniversary!!
Reviewed On 11/17/2017 by Taylor L
My Husband and I got married April 22, 2017 (Earth Day) here. It was absolutely beautiful. I love Christina, she did such an awesome job with organizing everything and we got a kick out of her awesome personality. These people are really on top...
of things! The day before our wedding it snowed a lot; it looked like a winter wonderland. We were worried it would turn to slush the next day but it didn't! It cleared up with blue skies and cool temperatures. I wore a strapless wedding dress to put things into perspective. My husband and I plan on coming back for our anniversary because it really is a great place! If you're looking for breathtaking scenery, great food, excellent customer service, and an overall great wedding day this is the place for you!
Response from the Vendor on 04/27/2018
Hello Taylor and Sean! We hope that this first year has treated you with Love!! Thank you for reminding us of why we are here.
Reviewed On 11/09/2017 by Mackenzie K
From the moment we first arrived we knew we had found somewhere special. From the absolutely breathtaking views (and not just because of the altitude), to Denice's high touch, hands on approach, there truly is no place quite like the Wild Basin...
Lodge. The staff are incredible. Extremely accommodating and flexible, yet stern enough to keep everything running on schedule like clockwork. Their in house catering was delicious and for a couple planning an out of town wedding in the Estes Park area we had almost 0 issues with planning and execution. They are on point, quick to respond, and brilliant in their execution. Much of my family asked me, "Why did you want to get married in Colorado?", but when they saw the lodge they stopped asking that question because it had become abundantly clear to them that THIS was the place. Not the most inexpensive venue, but it is truly a case of "you get what you pay for, and then some". An incredible value and an incredible venue. Thank you so much for making our special day so very special! WE LOVE YOU GUYS!!!
Response from the Vendor on 04/27/2018
"You get what you pay for" is the honest truth :) Thank you for your kind words and WE Love You!
Reviewed On 10/18/2017 by Amanda T
truly one of the best venues Colorado has to offer!!
Reviewed On 10/18/2017 by Sarah D
Working with Wild Basin is every brides dream wedding planning scenario from the perfect Lodge that offers a rustic grandeur and comfort to any size wedding party, to the beyond gorgeous natural scenery and views the many ceremony sites offer....
The exceptional staff while fully professional had a casual feel that of a family friend would rival was just the cherry and whip cream on top! Working with the owner/ management event team Denice and Christine was like talking to your favorite Aunt ! Everything was just perfect from our venue tour to the booking and planning everything just went as organic and smooth as possible and we were planning a destionation wedding which I was warned many times that it would be a lot more stressful, well the Wild Basin team proved them all wrong! They made sure we knew exactly what we were getting for our money a convesation staple for the bride and groom and anything that didn't quite fit or that we the bride and groom wanted to add was In no way nerve wracking but met with a smile and "how about this" to which our reply was "perfect". Meeting with the menu and bar staff was great and was honestly really fun with and exceptionally unique menu that still offered all your favorite foods to designing your signature cocktail we had a blast and can not wait for the guests to enjoy our perfect reception we have planned for them. It has been such a delight I truly can't wait for the perfect day Wild Basin, my fiancé and I have planned! Wild Basin has truly made my dreams come true and I won’t forget a minute of it thank you for everything !
Response from the Vendor on 04/27/2018
We absolutely love it when our Couples can think of us as Family! You are so very welcome and we hope that you come back to visit!
Reviewed On 10/12/2017 by Pam N
The Wild Basin Lodge is amazing. We fell in love with the location and facilities when we went and toured, and as we learned more about it we knew it was the place for us. The staff was incredibly helpful with planning and helping our ideas com...
e to fruition. We weren't super well-versed in wedding planning, but they helped with every detail, including referring us to other fantastic vendors (DJ, florist, and officiant). Their day-of coordination was great- they are fantastic at crowd control, getting people where they need to be, and keeping the bride and groom calm! :) I can't say enough good things about the Wild Basin- they are truly the best.
Response from the Vendor on 04/27/2018
Being "super well versed in wedding planning" is our job :) Thank you!
Reviewed On 10/08/2017 by Manasvinee K
Wild Basin Lodge couldnt have been any more magical. It is a gorgeous venue but that wasnt what made it the best place for us to get married. Denice and Christina and the rest of the WB group are just amazing. They made our day special, and mov...
e smoothly, but that still isnt why it is THE venue i recommend. They gave us so much personal attention through the 18 month process of us preparing for this big day. Answered all of our crazy stupid questions and made us feel like we were part of the family. I cant say it enough, this is a fantastic venue, the food was absolutely amazing, the location is breathtaking and the people are just lovely. Do not think twice about signing their contract. You are making the right decisions. We know we did!
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2017
Thank you so much for these amazing words. You are a very large part of the Wild Basin Family and you better come back and visit us each year!!
Reviewed On 9/30/2017 by Dyllon M
Wild Basin was amazing. The venue is gorgeous, the food was amazing and the staff was so helpful coordinating everything. They were there to help with questions and logistics every step of the way. I'm so glad we chose Wild Basin for our weddin...
g. It was a perfect day!
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2017
Thank you so much! We truly love it when our goal of giving our couples the perfect day is met. We would never be able to reach this goal without couples and families such as your self. xoxo
Reviewed On 9/27/2017 by Emily D
The Wild Basin lodge was worth every cent. They got to know me. I was surprised that every question I asked the answer always seemed to be YES! We rented a house down the street and let our family stay the week ahead-- that way we could enjoy t...
he hikes nearby. It made my wedding into an experience and a memory for everyone who travelled to see it. It was so special, clean, well lit, well kept. The only thing that bothered me at the end of the night was the catering director told me that we should have started to clean up early. Contract says we can party till 10 so let me party till 10! I brushed her off and let myself keep dancing. Girl don't let anything, ANYTHING bother you that day. <3 Their rooms are gorgeous- stay there!
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2017
Thank you so very much for your review. We try to never say "No" unless it involves glitter :) We do usually have a 30 minute personal clean up time a the end of your event. We suggest you give that task to someone else so that you can party ti...
ll the very end.
Reviewed On 9/15/2017 by Beth J
Thank you Wild Basin Lodge Staff for everything you for our Wedding. The day was absolutely perfect and we wouldn't have changed anything. Our guests are still talking about how amazing everything was. You created memories that will last a life...
time.
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2017
Memories that last a lifetime are what we strive for, each and every time you visit with us. Please come back and see us - at least once a year. :)
Reviewed On 9/08/2017 by Laura H
Where do we begin to find the words to express our appreciation for the past months and the glorious Dreyfuss wives’ wedding? We couldn’t have found a more beautiful venue or helpful, patient and accommodating staff. The venue, of course, was...
gorgeous. What more can I say? It speaks for itself. The natural beauty of the area and incredible aesthetics of the lodge made for the perfect wedding setting. I would be remiss I didn’t acknowledge your patience throughout the planning process, especially with me as a mom. Thanks for taking all of my phone calls and emails with such kindness and professionalism. You really kept my mind at ease. Christina! You are THE. BEST. WEDDING. PLANNER. EVER!! Things went flawlessly. Thank you so much for keeping everything running so smoothly and being the calming presence throughout the day. Charlotte, thank you for keeping the day on track; working with John, our musician; and assisting the girls and wedding party throughout the day. Wasn’t the music amazing? I would highly recommend John and Briana Wirt to your brides. (John and Briana Wirt 913-486-8344 www.tradingpostduo.com) They should be on your vendor list. Additionally, I highly recommend Beth Wright who helped with the cleanup. 813 466 2429. She had the meadow and banquet room cleaned and boxed up perfectly. She was a lifesaver. We never had to leave the reception. In case a future bride is interested in her services, we did have the room upstairs for her use in the down time between jobs. The food! It was fantastic! Please tell your chef how pleased we were with the dinner. The charcuterie board was out of this world, delicious and beautiful. We had so many compliments on the food. He did an excellent job! Please share with him how impressed we were, and how much we appreciate his perfectionism and craft. The bartenders! Phil and Scottie really helped make the night. They were so friendly, professional, and helpful. Please be sure to thank them again for us. Thank you all for caring so much. That’s what we truly love best about Wild Basin Lodge….you truly cared for and loved our girls. It’s your personal touch that makes WBL stand out above all the other venues. All in all it was the best day and night, better we could have ever imagined. So many guests said it was the best wedding they had ever attended. I’m just a wee bit partial, but I agree. We all had a blast, and Kara and Ashley have memories that will last a life time. Words do not begin to express the all-encompassing gratitude and appreciation we have for you. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for everything. Laura Haight
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2017
Laura, you, the girls and each and everyone of your family members and guests hold a very special place in our heart. Thank you for this amazing testament. This makes it all worth it!
Reviewed On 9/07/2017 by Kelley W
We just got married at WBL last Monday and I can honestly say that THEY were the reason our day was so perfect. We're from NYC and this was a destination wedding for us and most of our guests, and planning from afar was not always easy. The lad...
ies of WBL were ALWAYS around to answer my insane emails and the day of the wedding they were completely prepared, resourceful and reassuring. It was the perfect location with the perfect staff and I wouldn't have done anything differently! Special shout-outs to Denice, Christina and Charlotte who were ridiculously enthusiastic and patient with me!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2017
"Ridiculously enthusiastic and patient" are our middle names! Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your wonderful day!
Reviewed On 9/01/2017 by Desiree V
Thank you for the perfect day!
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2017
You are so very welcome, it was our pleasure.
Reviewed On 9/01/2017 by Alexis A
There are no words that can describe our experience with Wild Basin. The food, the scenery and the staff are just amazing. In the beginning I was overwhelmed with just the process of choosing a venue. Until I walked through The Basin's doors. C...
hristina and Denice made us feel like family and that feeling has never ended. They made every decision effortless. My Wedding day was absolutely perfect, for us and our family and guests. Thank you Wild Basin for giving me the Best Day of my life so far.
Reviewed On 8/26/2017 by Anne T
Choosing Wild Basin was the best decision we could have ever made. They were so wonderful every step of the way and truly went out of their way to make sure everything was perfect for us and our guests. I can’t imagine anyone doing a better job...
then the entire staff did on our perfect day, especially Christina and Denice. They were always there when we needed anything. Sometimes even before we knew we needed them. Everything was so organized and felt so relaxed and natural. Our guests have not stopped talking about the beauty of being surrounded by the Rocky Mountain National Forest. And the food! The food is amazing! I hope we get to go back and visit soon!! Thank you Wild Basin Lodge for the wonderful memories!
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2017
Thank you so much for your extremely wonderful words. Please come back and visit with us, we hate to lose track of you once you head out into your busy lives.
Reviewed On 7/28/2017 by Lindsay G
They turned the best day of our lives into the most unforgettable day ever. I wanted a hands on venue that could really address my every want and need. The staff there is extremely organized, helpful and really helped my day run smoothly. We...
had friends swooning over the gorgeous venue, views and fabulous staff. Shaun and I had the best day ever and we cant thank the staff at Wild Basin Lodge for making our day the best ever. From day 1 to our wedding day, they walked us through everything, answered all my questions and were incredibly easy to work with. I highly recommend this venue as we felt like we were family! We love Wild Basin Lodge!!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2017
You are family :) Thank you so much for your recommendation!
Reviewed On 6/23/2017 by Courtney H
I adore this place. The location, the views, the staff, the nearby cabins for guests, the food. Really, it's an amazing venue. From our initial tour last summer to the delicious tasting, there was attention to detail and a VERY down to earth...
, friendly staff. Denice and Christina are a dynamic duo who communicate effectively and help guide you through the process. The day of the rehearsal, Christina walked us through what to expect, anticipating our questions. The day of, she was on site to troubleshoot, even helping me with a faulty, stubborn bustle! There was never pressure to "upsell" us anything, which we appreciated. Our vision was a small (40 guests), streamlined, Monday wedding, and that's exactly what we got. Cheers to Wild Basin Lodge for a perfect start to married life!
Response from the Vendor on 06/23/2017
The feeling is absolutely mutual, we adored you both and your family and friends. Thank you so much for your kind words. We all hope that your journey brings you back to visit soon.
Reviewed On 6/23/2017 by Emily B
Thank you for everything you did to make everything you did to make my wedding day perfect! You were so kind and patient with me. I will always remember the impact you had on my special day. Thank you again.
Response from the Vendor on 09/22/2017
Thank you for amazing words! We are so thankful that your day was perfect, as it should be.
Reviewed On 12/01/2016 by Jennifer C
We got married in October at Wild Basin, and we adored every moment of it. The venue is gorgeous and rustic, the food is wonderful, and the staff is excellent. I'm a type A personality, and I found planning and deadlines a breeze with their s...
taff as long as I took the time to read through everything. Any inquiry I sent had a reply within 48 hours. They were very flexible with deadlines as long as I asked ahead of time (I didn't have my final head count until 4 days after the deadline, and the check for the final payment was delayed by a couple of days), which I appreciated. A special thanks goes to Adrian, our bartender, who helped us with the beer tasting selections and, when one of our beers went into an unexpected shortage, even drove to local beer distributor warehouses to scrounge up what he could find so we could keep that particular beer on our tasting menu (we did manage to keep it!). Our guests had an amazing time and so did we. We couldn't have asked for a better venue or group of people to work with. Thank you so much, Wild Basin Lodge team!
Reviewed On 11/20/2016 by Kirbie K
Wild Basin was incredible. From the very beginning they were welcoming, helpful and so responsive. We always had an answer to our questions within a couple of hours. They were flexible and incredibly accommodating. We had our ceremony in the me...
adow, and could not have asked for a more beautiful setting. With the majority of our guests coming from out of town, it was great to be able to show them how beautiful Colorado is. The reception area was perfect for our group. We were told many times throughout the night that the food was the best our guests had at any wedding! The staff was friendly and helped us out however they could throughout the day. They were familiar with all of the vendors we were working with, and were so professional from the very beginning. I cannot recommend Wild Basin Lodge enough. From the people, the scenery, the food, and the overall atmosphere, they made sure we had the most beautiful, stress free wedding day imaginable.
Response from the Vendor on 01/04/2017
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We are thrilled to hear it. Please come back and visit us someday.
Reviewed On 11/07/2016 by a member
Working with Wild Basin Lodge was the easiest, most enjoyable experience any bride could have planning a wedding. Each person who we worked with was professional, friendly and extremely competent, and helped make our wedding a truly magnificent...
day. The person who deserves the most praise of all is Denice, one of the two owners, who was so kind and attentive throughout the process, and made everything run seamlessly. The most remarkable aspect of planning a wedding at Wild Basin is the ability to have a truly personalized experience, unlike some other venues. The pricing system at Wild Basin meant that we had no surprise fees or hidden costs: everything is out in the open and clear from the moment you begin. I found wedding planning straightforward and fun thanks to the flexibility and professionalism of the owners and staff. In addition to the best customer service I have ever experienced, Wild Basin Lodge has incredible food, which all of our guests said was the best wedding food they have ever had. The setting is magnificent at any time of year, and every photo we have from our wedding is stunning. The lodge is an attractive building that has been well cared for and looks great with or without personal decorations. Everything about our experience working with Wild Basin Lodge was wonderful: if you are looking for beautiful scenery, a gorgeous lodge, delicious food and warm, welcoming, professional staff look no further. Do yourself a favor and have your wedding here!
Response from the Vendor on 11/08/2016
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us and other couples searching for a venue. We strive to do just what you outlined and love what we do! We wish you the best in your new lives together and hope to see you back...
someday!
Reviewed On 11/04/2016 by Brightin S
We cannot say enough positive words about our wedding reception at wild basin. The staff was constantly helpful and professional and we loved every minute of planning our wedding with them. We wish we could go back and do it again!
Response from the Vendor on 11/04/2016
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We hope you do come back and say hi!
Reviewed On 10/26/2016 by Robin S
Wild Basin Lodge is the perfect place for a wedding - we loved it and had the best day of our lives! Thank you!
Response from the Vendor on 10/28/2016
Thank you, it is so wonderful to hear that it was the best day!
Reviewed On 10/02/2016 by Tina F
From the moment we visited Wild Basin in July 2014, my husband and I knew it was the place we wanted to get married. Their venue is absolutely beautiful. They have a mile of river on site, a meadow location for ceremonies, and beautiful rooms w...
ith plenty of room for dancing. The price was definitely one of the aspects that made us hesitant to book with them, but we decided that having all of the amenities, coordination, and food taken care of by the venue was worth the price. We went back twice for food tastings (and let’s be honest, a lovely getaway date)—the food is something I could rave about nonstop. Their in-house chef was truly, truly phenomenal. The second time we visited, we asked if he could incorporate green chile into our appetizers to try, and he made three different dishes that even impressed my New Mexico critic. He came out to greet us and ask how the food was, making sure we were happy, and taking a lot of pride in his work, which we appreciated. We chose the Colorado trout, steak, mashed potatoes, veggies, and salad—all of which were so amazing. We heard such great compliments from all of our guests too. On the actual day of the wedding, all of the details of our wedding were accommodated, and many were taken care of by Wild Basin staff, which I appreciated. If there were any major problems that day, I didn’t hear about them—Wild Basin was great at making everything seamless. I’m hoping we can return for anniversaries to have some more delicious food and see all of the staff again!
Response from the Vendor on 10/28/2016
We hope you return to visit us as well! Thank you for the kind words, it means a lot to us!
Reviewed On 9/01/2016 by Amanda G
General comments: We paid ballpark of $15k for 80 guests. We got married in late August and were very lucky that we had incredible weather. Several days before and after our wedding day were quite stormy. The pros: beautiful deck, beautiful s...
cenery, nice facilities, "all inclusive" cost (sort of, but definitely easier than most venues). Planners were accommodating to special requests like us bringing in special snacks for the bar and treats for the guests. It’s cool that they offer yard games (for $80)! The cons: There’s no cell service and while wifi is available, it’s essentially nonfunctional. Despite being very responsive to e-mails, communication with the staff was at times difficult and often involved guessing what they are asking for. The upper management and planning staff were generally not attentive (no reminder e-mails about upcoming deadlines, no requests for details regarding things they supposedly need to know about, no checking in with you on the day of) and pretty rude (numerous examples leading up to and on the day of the wedding). This left a very negative impression on me and my husband as well as our families which was distracting the day of the wedding. General cleanliness of the hotel rooms and bridal prep room was questionable. For a hotel that does not offer onsite food, fridges in the rooms seems essential (which they do not have). Conclusion: Many aspects of working with them were not easy or pleasant. I didn’t feel valued and I certainly didn't feel like they wanted to make me happy (particularly on the day of). If this were a product, I might buy it again only because it’s high quality, but the customer service was horrendous.
Response from the Vendor on 09/10/2016
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with this helpful feedback. We do send all of our couples reminders about deadlines and we have the event sheet that we sent to you with every change to your wedding, that include all of the details o...
ur event staff uses to execute your wedding. This was all sent to you via the email address you provided to us to communicate with you for the entire planning process, and responses were received. We regret that you did not feel valued on your wedding day but hope that the day, overall, will be filled with warm memories and that the two of you will cherish for a lifetime.
Reviewed On 8/04/2016 by Brooke P
Wild Basin Lodge exceeded our expectations in every way possible. The entire staff instantly made us feel welcome and like family. Every single person from start to finish was friendly, kind, helpful and were on top of every single detail! T...
he food was amazing, (nearly every guest commented on it). And the venue itself is absolutely breathtaking. The wedding day coordinators were extraordinary! I have never experienced a group of people so truly dedicated to going above and beyond to make sure our special day was smooth, amazing, stress -free and flawless! From the major planning elements down to the tiniest detail, WBL made our day the best it could have possibly been!
Response from the Vendor on 08/04/2016
Thank you for the kind words - we love being a part of making your wedding day fulfill your vision!
Reviewed On 8/03/2016 by Alison D
I had the most AMAZING wedding at Wild Basin Lodge and Event Center. We were looking for a venue that offered a ceremony site, reception area and lodging to make it easy on our guests since they would all be coming from out of town and I was pl...
anning a wedding from CA. We loved the fact that WB was all inclusive that I would only have to hire a couple additional key outside vendors (DJ and photographer). They also provide a list of recommended outside vendors that were AMAZING as well. WB was always available to answer all of our questions and their staff was incredibly helpful. So wedding day! The staff was incredibly accommodating to all of our needs no matter now minor they might be. I could not have been happier with our choice of WB as our venue. Our wedding was the wedding of my dreams. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone even if you are planning your wedding from afar like I did. The venue is beautiful and you can’t go wrong with any of their options. And now for the improvements. The communication with WB could sometimes be confusing, because if you communicate via email, WB staff would not sign the email so you did not know exactly who you were communicating with. I also wished that they assigned you a wedding coordinator from the time that you sign your contract. This would have been INCREDIBLY helpful for all communication and planning purposes. I also recommend double and triple checking your bill. We were originally told that we owed the venue a significant amount of money. During this time they were very rude. They eventually realized that they owed us money instead. They quickly changed their tone and were very apologetic at this point. All in all I had an amazing night and it truly was the wedding of my dreams. Even with the few negative aspects about the venue/staff, I would HIGHLY recommend WB to everyone. We had so many compliments and we were told by many of our guests that it was the best wedding that they had ever been to.
Response from the Vendor on 08/04/2016
We are thrilled that you had the wedding of your dreams and that your guests had a good time as well. Thank you for outlining the areas you identified that we could improve. Your comments will be shown to all staff members and we will go over ...
your event to find out how we can improve in these areas for future brides. You were assigned a wedding coordinator after contract signing, but it was our mistake not to sign the emails, so we can see how that was not clear. Also, we regret you perceived us as rude during the time you disputed your bill - that was not our intention at all, and we are glad everything turned out okay.
Reviewed On 7/11/2016 by Jessica O
I could not say better things about Wild Basin Lodge! My Husband and I just got married here last Friday. Denice and the staff made everything so easy and painless! I can't even tell you how many times I emailed them to ask questions and I alwa...
ys got a response back within a few hours (usually faster than that!) Denice made us feel like we were her favorite people and treated us like we were family. The food is phenomenal! The chef is certainly someone special! He was so kind to us on our wedding day( as were everyone!) and he went out of his way to offer my husband any starter he wanted (because David hates salad hehe!) Our wedding guests raved about all aspects of the food (my mouth is watering just thinking about that buffalo steak!). The one thing I was stressing about during this whole process was decorating day of the wedding, but since there was no event the day before Denice let us go to town and get everything done the day before!!!! I cannot tell you how much stress that relieved! It let me fully enjoy my wedding day! Day of rehearsal and wedding Christina was so great! She made sure all the last minute details were taken care of and made sure everyone was where they needed to be for the ceremony! She was so fantastic and I don't know what I would have done without her! David and I are so thankful for the wild basin team! They made it an enjoyable, painless, seamless process! Thank you for such a wonderful place to make great memories! The meadow was the perfect ceremony site for us, it is so beautiful and we were so thankful the weather held up that day so we could have it outside! The Copeland room is phenomenal and I love how the WBL team made our seating arrangements exactly how we wanted! I cannot tell you how much we appreciate the owners and staff. They are remarkable and I highly, highly, recommend this place! THANK YOU!!! -Mr. & Mrs. David Meeks Jr.
Response from the Vendor on 08/04/2016
Thank you for sharing your experience, we really appreciate all the kind words.
Reviewed On 7/11/2016 by Addison H
Everything was so beautiful and the day was flawless!
Response from the Vendor on 08/04/2016
So happy to hear it!
Reviewed On 6/25/2016 by Emily K
We had our wedding at Wild Basin Lodge on June 11, 2016. It was the absolute perfect day. Our day of coordinator made everything seamless. I would turn around and things were done that I had forgotten to think about. The food was incredible, an...
d people are still talking about it! And the venue itself is picturesque and absolutely breathtaking. This venue is a well oiled machine, and I felt calm up until the day of. We were in good hands with the Wild Basin!WildBasinWildanplanning the
Response from the Vendor on 08/04/2016
Well-oiled machine, we like it! We do try very hard to provide that experience for our couples. We are thrilled you had such a good experience!
Reviewed On 6/15/2016 by Knottie1465994023
Wild Basin was everything we could have asked for. The warm ambience of the lodge was a dream come true. The outside wedding site (we chooses the meadow) was a dream come true as far as giving us the most beautiful view we could ever imagine. T...
hank you from the bottom of our hearts for meeting our every expectation.
Response from the Vendor on 06/17/2016
Thank you so much! We are so happy that you are happy and are honored that you chose to get married with us!
Reviewed On 6/10/2016 by Violeta E
We had such an amazing wedding thanks to the entire staff here at Wild Basin Lodge! We can't recommend this place enough. They were extremely professional and understood the importance of our special day! Everything they did surrounded us and...
our needs and we felt so relieved to have chosen to have our wedding here! We encourage anyone who is considering having their wedding here to look no further, it is truly such a magical place.
Response from the Vendor on 06/22/2016
Thank you so much, we were thrilled to be a part of your special day!
Reviewed On 4/20/2016 by Knottie1461173490
Wild Basin Lodge is a phenomenal place to get married! We got married there 10 yrs ago..and we still have such wonderful memories. The owners, Denice & Nils and the staff are such great people! They made our day so very special...and now they ...
are like familly! The location is AMAZING! The mountains, the river, and the lodge are all so very beautiful. You must check it out...you will not be disappointed! It is the best...and thank you to them for our wedding day that was so special..and memorable back in 2006! :)
Response from the Vendor on 08/04/2016
Thank you for your kind words!
Reviewed On 2/03/2016 by Hannah E
Wild Basin Lodge was the most perfect wedding venue I could ask for. Not only was it gorgeous inside and out, but every single person we worked with was incredibly competent, friendly, and accommodating. Especially for me as a clueless bride, t...
hey helped me make so many decisions and think of details I never would have thought of on my own. They were also very conscious of our wedding budget and helped us make decisions within that budget -- it was so nice to feel like they were working with us in every way. The Lodge itself was so gorgeous with the natural wood on the inside that we barely had to bring our own decorations. This was a major plus as we were essentially planning a destination wedding. Of course, they would have accommodated our decorations if we had wanted more, but it was so simply beautiful we just didn't feel it was necessary. The outdoor spaces were beyond perfect for our rustic/natural style – plus we had a bluebird day! Even if we didn’t, though, Wild Basin had a 6 step rain plan that helped me feel very reassured that we would try everything before having an indoor wedding (very important to me!). We decided to book the five rooms upstairs for the wedding party and ourselves after the wedding, which worked out perfectly for everyone involved (plus they are absolutely gorgeous rooms!). There is also a changing room that we rented for a small fee for getting ready before the wedding. For the rest of the wedding Wild Basin helped us arrange a trolley so that everyone could indulge without worrying about being on the roads. I have to mention Nick, the chef at Wild Basin, as well. His food was incredible. I had relatives who have never liked fish come up to us and tell us how well-cooked the trout was. I also loved that they did family-style dinner – it was so fun and casual and made everyone feel like one big family. Overall, I could not have asked for a better day with Wild Basin Lodge. I highly recommend this venue for your beautiful Colorado wedding!
Reviewed On 10/22/2015 by Sarah W
Not only was the setting absolutely beautiful but the team was amazing. They will take care of all of your unusual requests with a smile on their face. The food was just as incredible as we read it would be and all of our guests loved it and ...
the whole experience. They truly go above and beyond no matter what.
Reviewed On 10/19/2015 by Allison N
I stumbled upon Wild Basin while looking for wedding venues and drove up to Allenspark to take a look. We immediately fell in love with the beautiful lodge and knew we must be married there. Throughout the process all of the staff at Wild Bas...
in was very responsive and thorough, and I never felt that I was annoying them with my many questions. When the big day finally arrived, they certainly delivered. They were organized, and I felt taken care of in every way that a bride should on her wedding day. They had thought of everything and executed flawlessly. They kept everyone on our timeline and made sure guests were taken care of. The food came out quickly and was delicious. I didn't even notice the staff during the reception, they did what they needed to do and then gave us our space. It was truly the most amazing day of my life, and it helped that it was a perfect Colorado blue bird day with bright yellow leaves at 8,500 feet!
Reviewed On 10/16/2015 by Knottie1445023625
I just want to thank all of your staff for such a wonderful wedding day. You all amaze me and we can't say enough good things about your venue, your food, your wedding sites, and most importantly all the staff. So appreciate all you making us f...
eel so special and for taking care of us to make sure everything ran smoothly.
Reviewed On 10/16/2015 by Knottie1445020708
I just wanted to say thank you again for the absolutely amazing wedding of my daughter Martha. I knew it was going to be good, but i couldn't have imagined just how wonderful it would be. From the gorgeous setting to the wonderful food to the a...
mazing service - it was all amazing. You really made us feel special. We've gotten some pictures back and they are confirming that it wasn't just my imagination - it was a stunning setting and a gorgeous celebration. Everyone who was there just raved about everything. Thank you so much for helping make our daughter's wedding more beautiful than we ever could have dreamed it would be.
Reviewed On 10/16/2015 by Knottie1445016505
I wanted to say thank you for helping make our wedding special. Your hospitality was appreciated. Chelsea (the bride manager) did an amazing job and we appreciated everyone's help! Everything went as expected and everyone was so flexible! Thank...
s again!
Reviewed On 10/11/2015 by Kayla B
My wedding turned out absolutely perfect. Wild Basin did such wonderful job in coordinating the day and keeping everything on time. The food tasted wonderful and they even gave us a cheese tray in our king suite for the evening. The ceremony si...
te is an absolute fairytale area and our pictures came out wonderfully. Our wedding was 9.12.15 and some of the aspens were starting to change for a hint of color. I will always remember and cherish my wedding day. Thank you Wild Basin Lodge for all of your help and friendly, caring staff.
Reviewed On 10/02/2015 by Renee R
Wild Basin Lodge helped us achieve the wedding of our dreams! From the friendly staff during every interaction to the setting, it was perfect! They are quick to reply to your questions and willing to discuss all your options with you. It is the...
first time I've been at a wedding and many guest actually complimented on how amazing all of the food was! They are present day-of to help meet with your vendors as they arrive, and many vendors we chose have done weddings at the venue so they are all familiar with each other. It was a perfect day, and we're glad to be a part of the "Wild Basin" family :)
Reviewed On 9/30/2015 by Knottie99887607
We couldn't be more pleased with the exceptional service (so willing to help with every aspect of planning and execution), gorgeous setting in the mountains, and fabulous food (very delicious and beautifully presented). Denice, Glenda and ever...
yone we came into contact with were eager to make our daughter's wedding just what she hoped for, and it truly met and exceeded all expectations. The finances and timeline were updated at every point, and the costs were exactly as specified and clearly defined. We could not have chosen a better venue!
Reviewed On 9/12/2015 by Emma R
As a bride planning her wedding from Texas, I cannot say enough about the attentiveness of the Wild Basin team and the convenience of their wedding packages. The venue itself is absolutely stunning - perfect for a couple hoping to share their ...
love of nature with out-of-town guests. The food, decor, and bar service were complimented by guests all night and for days after the event. The vendors suggested by Wild Basin were highly-skilled and friendly; they captured our wedding vision flawlessly. Like the team at Wild Basin, they were prompt and professional in ongoing communication. The team at Wild Basin bent over backwards to ensure our day ran smoothly and treated us like family. We cannot wait to return for a honeymoon visit in the future!
Reviewed On 9/11/2015 by Jennifer S
We just got married at the river site on 9/7/15 and we can't say enough good things about the venue and the amazing and helpful staff! The lodge made everything so easy and walked us through everything, patiently answering our questions. All qu...
estions were answered immediately (great communication) and they made sure we did not miss any details in planning the reception. They were also immensely helpful with the ceremony execution since we had planned it ourselves and had no idea what we were doing. The food was amazing, which is rare for wedding food. All prices were very straight forward and clear and it ended up being a great value considering the beautiful setting, gourmet food, and personalized location. Thank you so much Wild Basin!!
Reviewed On 8/17/2015 by Alicia P
Wild Basin Lodge is simply incredible. We planned our destination wedding from out of state, and Denice and the Wild Basin staff was more than amazing. They answered every email within 24 hours, treated us like family, and were extremely accom...
modating to us and our guests. The food was fantastic, and the venue/views simply cannot be beat. Our guests were "wow"d by everything and we continue to receive compliments on what an amazing experience our wedding was, and that is largely in part to the venue. Thank you SO much again Wild Basin staff for making my wedding dreams come true! One piece of advice when booking this venue if planning a destination weeding, would be to consider lodging availability not just for your wedding night but also for the days and nights before and after the wedding. Many hotels in Estes do not block rooms and require a three night minimum stay. Consider that before reserving the room at Wild Basin for your wedding night, as you may end up in a bind finding a place elsewhere for the other nights.
Reviewed On 8/16/2015 by Amy S
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