This is a very homey place. I come here sometimes for a meditation retreat. It's a bit rustic, but…read morenot like roughing it at all. It is very clean, and the cabins have all the essentials. The couple who run this place are very nice, and are amazing cooks. They do all kinds of vegetarian food for us, make fresh juices, etc, etc

Our third year enjoying our retreat with Cat and Corey at the Sunshine Mountain Lodge. Their…read morewonderful facility meets our needs to a T; from the individual cabins to the great room to the outside areas, we always had the right space to get things accomplished. Cat and Corey treat us with kindness and understanding of our needs. They are easy to work with and clear with communication. We will keep coming back as long as they will have us. CHS

I got caught in a snow storm and couldn't drive. Stumbled into this hidden gem and they welcomed me…read morelike family. Incredible experience. I will absolutely go out of my way to return. Glad I got snowed in!

Juanita is the hardest working woman around. She does everything herself including wonderful…read morebreakfast in the morning. Had a hike very early in the morning and she had breakfast set out for us! Thank you so much for the wonderful time.

We attended a wedding here and were so impressed with the venue! The wedding took place outside the…read morelodge by the river. There was a specific spot set up for weddings with the backdrop of the river and the beautiful aspen trees that were changing colors. It was obvious that this wedding venue knows what they are doing. Every detail was covered and the bride and groom's family could relax. The decorations were lovely and you can tell they were well thought out. The dinner was magnificent and beautifully presented. The cake was exquisite and reflected the personality of the bride. All preparations were in tiptop shape at the reception. It was well organized and went smoothly.

This venue is stunning and was the perfect mountain wedding spot. It's near Estes so it's easy to…read morebook a place nearby to stay and not too far from Denver for those who are confident in driving in the mountains. My husband and I joked that even if our wedding was a dud, the venue alone would wow people. The walk through video on their website is just a glimpse into the magic and joy that this spot holds!!! From the ceremony site options, to the bridal suite, to the dining area and the dance floor, we enjoyed all of the spaces this place has to offer. Our 108 guests loved the food, the drinks, and the views so much, they couldn't stop commenting all night on how beautiful and awesome this venue was. And our photos turned out incredible with the mountains, the river, the trees, and the outdoor lights. Dawn is responsive and helpful and she knows what she's doing! My one area of constructive criticism would be recommending that the venue provide a clearer timeline to the couples getting married. I typed my own up based on our meetings but the venue stated they'd send it a few times and never got around to it. Otherwise, I can't say enough WONDERFUL things about this spot. Hospitality is their jam. The rentable items like the arch and photo booth, the in-house decorations, and the food options are positively stunning. The staff is phenomenal, the on-site honeymoon suite was so clean and comfortable, and there was lots of space for kids to run around. An amazing AMAZING spot to make memories and start your married life with your partner off right!

We had a great time at The Barrel! It's a pet-friendly spot with a relaxed atmosphere and a huge…read moreselection of drinks. We sampled a beer flight with four beers and also ordered a margarita. One of the bartenders was fantastic. She took the time to ask what flavors I liked, recommended a different liquor for my margarita, and customized it to better match my taste. It turned out great, and I really appreciated the extra effort. The male bartender was friendly, but I was a little disappointed when I asked if they could make an espresso martini. He said they didn't have the ingredients, even though they had another coffee-based cocktail on the menu. It would have been nice if he had suggested a creative alternative using the cold brew or whatever they had available. Not a big deal, just a missed opportunity. They don't appear to serve food themselves, but there was a food truck parked outside when we visited, which was a nice bonus. Overall, we had a great experience. The atmosphere was fun, the drinks were good, it's dog-friendly, and we'd definitely stop by again the next time we're in Estes Park.

Dog friendly indoors! If you like to bring your fur baby on your travels you bring them in to the…read moreBarrel. They don't serve food, only drinks, so you're allowed to bring your pups in. There are normally several food trucks that surround the Barrel which gives you a lot of food choices. Inside reminds me of the old town bars with wooden tables and a floor that is covered with saw dust. You can bring your food inside and then imbibe on great selection of adult beverages they have to enjoy your food with. Dog water bowls are provided throughout the establishment if your pups thirsty add well. Fun place to stop and fill your tank!

Stopped in after a difficult hike, we were famished…read more Husband had a burger I had the curried chicken salad sandwich. Added a New Zealand pilsner, too hoppy for me but I drank it just the same. Both lunch meals were great, loved the pub chips. Service was friendly and prompt.

Lovely atmosphere and great food! Lemon blueberry pancakes…read morewere delicious and big enough to share. (Note to self: breakfast potatoes had chopped onions & peppers)

We hosted our reception at Bristlecone, and were so happy with our choice! We planned our wedding…read morefrom Wisconsin, and Izzie was incredibly prompt at responding to all inquiries. She was very communicative and involved in the planning process. The space is very beautiful and perfect for 20-50 people in an intimate setting. The food was very good, and all of the staff were very sweet. They answered whatever questions we needed answered. It is a bit of a hands on venue, and you have to hire someone to set up your decor or get someone to help, but that was totally fine. We also did our own music and rented their speaker. Overall, the evening went very smoothly and I would recommend Bristlecone!

We had our wedding reception at the Bristlecone Inn and could not have been more pleased. Izzie was…read morea joy to work with as we planned our destination wedding and answered all of my questions. I especially appreciated that the venue, catering, lines, and tableware, were all under one roof! The only things I really needed to find for the meal were a cake and a bar service. The staff that were present during our reception were so helpful, kind, and all around wonderful. I couldn't have asked for better. We received so many compliments on the food and on the venue, overall. We had about 43 guests total, including us as the bride and groom, and it was the perfect, intimate size. We are so happy with our decision to have our reception at the Bristlecone Inn!

The most amazing wedding venue! Darla, Jim, and his team were absolutely incredible. The venue was…read moregorgeous and exactly what we were looking for. We knew right away it was perfect for us. The front range view, the beautiful landscaping, and the indoor rustic reception site were marvelous. From all of the wedding details, we probably received the most compliments on how gorgeous our venue was, so you cannot go wrong. It helped so much to have so many elements included and taken care of- coordinator, tables and chairs, table cloths, napkins, bartender, servers, the arch, and many of the decorations. I didn't even feel the need to have a florist included in the day because of the landscaping and natural elements that were already part of Shupe. That helped a ton! We loved the feeling of being doted on and feeling so special and taken care of. A DEEP heart felt thank you to Shupe and the At Your Service Event Management Team. You make dreams come true!!

Getting married at Shupe was our dream come to life. I can't say enough good things about this…read moreplace! Our special day is one we will never forget and we are so thankful for Darla and Jim who worked hard to make it absolutely perfect. Breathtaking views, it felt like something out of a magazine. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for the best day of our lives.

We held our Welcome Party at The Studio Friday night before our son's wedding. 5 stars for Rebecca…read moreand the team at The Studio. We (and our guest) loved the space. While it is industrial space it was cozy and just the right size for our group of ~120. We live in Seattle so planning an event remotely can be challenging, but Rebecca made it very easy for us with her excellent communication and great recommendations for party rentals and bartenders. Day of the event we were able to gain access to the space with plenty of time to set up and be prepared for our guest. We had a Studio staff member on site during our event for any support we needed - she was great! Plenty of parking for guest and a quick Uber (10 min from our hotel). I highly recommend The Studio for an event. We would definitely consider it for another party.

We had a wonderful rehearsal dinner at The Studio on a Friday night. Great different kind of venue,…read morevery helpful staff, accommodating of rental drop off and pick up, and really doesn't need much decoration since the industrial theme already exists. We did pay extra to have the Edison lights put up, (click on the photo to see them) which I recommend. We also used candles in hurricane containers which I also recommend as it gave the event a bit of magic. One thing to keep in mind is that if you are doing a week day event, you cannot get in to do decorating until 4:30p since this is a place of work. It did make our start time of 6p a little tight. We had the event catered but used disposable/compostable products. The kitchen area is open and perfect for a buffet. We also arranged for a Sweet Cow ice cream truck to come for dessert, which was a big hit and fun way to end the evening. I would do another party there given the chance.