Perfect venue for my nieces baby shower. Breathtaking views from every angle. Highly recommended!!!read more

I love this venue, however they have a guy at the front desk doing bookings I think his name is…read morePhil. We are booking a End Of Life celebration for my daughter who died and the guy has about as much compassion and heart as a blank wall. I would suggest they replace people that are heartless with people that have some kind of emotion if somebody is coming in there to plan a memorial service.

We got married at Boettcher Mansion last summer and it was perfect. 90% of our wedding was out of…read moretowners looking for a chance to escape the heat so we were trying to find something mountainous without the drive. I loved how unique the venue was, easy to access from the highway for out of town folk, and tucked away it felt once you were inside. We got some gorgeous mountain photos! Shea was so lovely and answered any questions we had. Our guests absolutely raved and I am still getting compliments on how unique it was. I think the important thing to know with the Mansion - it is not a typical style venue and is not a good fit for certain groups. For context, we had a 120 person afternoon wedding in July (2-7pm). I did a tremendous amount of research and painstakingly picked each vendor, who all ended up working together and are incredible. If you are a bride looking for a more inclusive-everything-included style venue, this is not it. IF you are willing to do work on researching vendors, you can make the Mansion work for you at your price point and are rewarded in something more custom. It can really rack up cost wise if you use all the recommended vendors and do all the add-ons. We rented the entire space (highly recommend) so our wedding moved throughout the venue and guests got different experiences. I loved the outside ceremony and they have nice white chairs that look great in photos. Cocktail hour was outside in the gardens - so pretty still in July! The reception was inside. I loved the stone walls, very little decor is needed which is awesome. If you have over 80ish people and want a dance floor, we did have to flip some tables to make room, but our catering team did it so fast and we did the first dance outside - then conga lined the party back inside. Honestly I think more people started dancing since they already were up and moving, so it worked better than I hoped. I would pick this 10 out of 10, but like I said, I think it's good to know this is not the spot for a bride without a planner or who is willing to do her homework. Because it is a historical site, if you have a lot of custom built out decor or a large wedding or want to get ready at the venue, this is not for you. If you have under 120, want something special, and are organized (or have a good friend who is) you have found the perfect spot. Photography credit: Melina Massengill (melinamassephoto)

Where do I start? We chose Boettcher Mansion as the venue for my son's wedding on May 4th, 2024…read more What an incredible result. We had family and friends converge from all over the world to experience the best of Colorado. The weather behaved itself as well as can be expected in early May and the venue and its recommended vendors were the best that they could be! Boettcher Mansion is in a beautiful setting, allowing for an outdoor wedding with the woods as a backdrop, and cocktail hour and pictures with the sunset emerging behind the mountains. While we had just a sprinkle or two, the clouds made for a perfect vista, and if a downpour had occurred, the wedding could be quickly moved inside. We visited many potential wedding venues across the front range, including some beautiful options in Estes Park. We visited Boettcher Mansion first, and it inevitably remained our top choice as it offered several perquisites while also checking off the Bride and Groom's event venue expectations for the wedding. Ultimately, Boettcher Mansion's facility with its iconic outdoor colorado beauty, ample preparation accommodations for both the bride and groom and attendants, beautiful outdoor patio and reception space, and the ability to fully customize the event won us over. This venue provided a remote location with proximity to the Denver for out-of-town/country visitors to stay, and ease of access for all involved. As an added bonus, their fee supports Jefferson County Parks. The ability to customize every aspect of the day at first seemed daunting, but ended up being important to the special day. Boettcher Mansion hosts an annual wedding show where you can talk to all their recommended vendors. If you veer from these vendors and go your own way, you can do so for an extra fee. But by sticking with the recommended options for the major items, you will find they are very familiar with Boettcher policies, allowing you to have an efficient event on the day and secure the return of 100% of your $500 damage deposit! We chose Roots for our catering, which deserves its own special review, but for now I will say that the food and service were spectacular. The food was prepared, plated, and presented beautifully, with delicious options for everyone. The caterer also handled the sparkling toast and cocktail and wine service with their trained and certified servers, but the offerings were provided by us. We could have hired Applejack (or whomever) to deliver what we wanted, which is a huge cost savings over other venues who require the customer to use in-house service, and permits customization to personal tastes. In this case, Applejack will accept returns for any unopened bottle at the end of the night. In our case, however, the Bride and Groom selected the unique dinner wines and champagne toast from their parents' cellared wine libraries, adding a nice touch to the experience of their special day and helping to control costs even further. The Grand Piano in Boettcher Mansion's reception hall offered a special moment, when, at the Bride's request, the brother-of-the-groom played Debussy's Claire de Lune as the processional. Boettcher Mansion offers a D.J. You can provide your own music, but we found the D.J to be helpful in announcing what was to happen next, etc. He also offered a Photo Booth, which provided the Bride and Groom with a thumb drive of all their guest's funny pictures throughout the evening. Other exceptional vendors for whom I should write a separate review include Jessica Shipman, the "Day of" planner. Can't have a wedding without her! She, incredibly, planned and coordinated everything throughout the entire day, allowing all the guests and family to enjoy the event and focus on the Bride and Groom without having to be worried about actually doing any decorating or coordinating leading up to, and on the day. TeeLee Florist put together a one-of-a-kind Tower of Flowers for the alter, while we secured a beautiful and cost-effective flower package from Costco for the bulk of the floral decorations and the bouquet/corsages. We hired a shuttle service to offer for people to go up and down Lookout Mountain, for those who found the drive daunting, or out-of-towners without a car. Berg Berg Photography captured special moments throughout the event, including the sunset, and even provided special lighting for effect. Special candles handcrafted by the mother-and father-of the bride, and table number placards artfully drawn by the sister-in-law of the bride represent additional custom touches permitted by Boettcher Mansion that made the day incredibly special. In the end, our happy couple was forever touched by the gifts family and friends provided in memories we carry away from the wedding, indelibly amplified by the ambiance, staff, vendors, and personalization afforded by this incredible gem in Golden, Colorado.

We were visiting for a taste testing for our best friend's wedding . The staff did an amazing job…read moresetting up and accommodating roughly 170 people. The cold and warm D'oeuvres were good but our favorites were the mini ahi tacos, and the bacon wrapped scallops (Yum)! The Entree menu consisted of both summer and fall items (too many to name) however the braised short rib with grits was BONKERS ! Shout out to Rudy and Jack for being great hosts ! Ask for them if you ever go for a tasting or event

I'm not a member, but came as a guest of one for thanksgiving. The grounds are beautiful with great…read moreviews. The meal was buffet style with a ton of options. My friend said she's never had an issue with separate checks, but our server was pushing back on it, but did relent. The menu said auto 20% gratuity for large parties (can't remember the specific number, but I did note it at the time and we did not meet that number), but our smaller group was still charged that.

BOO! It turns out this place isn't open to the public to see in any capacity, even on days when…read morethere aren't any events going on, and the gate that blocks the road to this place is heavily surveilled. Such a bummer.

What an amazing wedding venue!! It is absolutely gorgeous! The property is kept up so extremely…read morewell. I am a wedding photographer and there is not one bad view on this property. The staff are amazing and very kind. I highly recommend this to any couples looking for a wedding venue!

The Vista at Applewood is truly a gorgeous wedding venue! They have great packages that includes…read moremostly everything you need; gorgeous ceremony and reception space and the food was absolutely top notch. Jeff Fisette and Janelle were fantastic to work with. Jeff is the food and beverage manager and so kind and charismatic and Janelle was our day of coordinator and beyond sweet. Bailey was even accommodating and friendly to work with when she needed to step in. I couldn't do a five-star review because of the event director, Macey. We began working with Savanna, which is a big reason why we booked the venue after meeting with her. I don't know where to begin with Macey. I understand she was newish at the time and maybe even was going through some personal issues. She was not only unresponsive and annoyed that I contacted her more than a couple of times but on top of that very rude to both myself and my family. Countless items that we agreed upon in the beginning of planning did not come through, and we were charged for two items we didn't receive on wedding day. When setting up the room, three hours before the ceremony (we hired a day of coordinator to do this) she told my aunt, "Good luck" and walked away. The cherry on top was when she called me at 0900 the day after our wedding to tell us to come and get the décor items left from the night before. We had previously agreed that we could leave the items there until 1pm. Upon arriving I had asked Macey why this needed to be done right now, her response: "well, I need to use my office don't I". Macey does not care about you or your event, she just wants your payment and quantity trumps quality. I know there are labor shortages but Applewood really does need to hire an event coordinator with at least some experience that kind of likes people or at least pretends to care

My first Easter brunch at The Vista and it was amazing! The brunch menu offered everything you…read morecould imagine with prime rib, ham and shrimp cocktail. The staff and service were so friendly and welcoming, excellent service. I highly recommend for your next holiday or swing by anytime. I will definitely be back!

This seems like it would be a nifty place for a gathering of friends in the speakeasy. It is…read morelocated in the mall across from the movie theater. Plenty of parking available. I came for candlelit yoga. Yoga itself was enjoyable. There was a gentleman playing live music and we were all encouraged to work at our own levels wherever that may be. The instructor was pleasant and encouraging. I found her voice to be calming when I could hear it. However, there was a speed-dating event scheduled at the same time so there was a constant din of conversation noise that was loud. I have hearing issues and that level of ambient noise made it difficult for me to hear the yoga instructor even with her having a microphone. The interior of the venue is filled with installations from local artists. I would like to come back for just a social gathering. I think it would be great for that.

Prismajic was super cool - highly interactive but in the most laid back of ways. Such an immersive…read moreevent experience. We had 5 pm reservations but went in closer to 6 pm, after having visited their onsite bar, the Night Owl. Their craft cocktails were great and on par with craft cocktail pricing. The staff were all really accommodating and friendly. They didn't bat an eye when we asked about timing: can we grab a drink before we go in? Sure! And the experience itself? Super creative, attention to detail all over the place. And, there are differing levels of a scavenger hunt just to make things even more interesting. The exhibits change every so often so if you haven't been to this one, def go before a new installation is added.

Our wedding at The Pines was the best day of our lives, but not because of the venue or staff. The…read moreoutdoor ceremony area is beautiful, and the bartenders were excellent, but almost everything else was a disappointment. Communication with the sales and planning team was poor, with hidden fees and add-ons that made planning stressful they will tell you one thing then do another. The day-of coordinator was rude and unprofessional, making inappropriate comments and failing to follow through on promises. The event captain and DJ were disorganized, mispronounced me- The BRIDE's name, and didn't announce key details like the dessert bar, glow sticks, or dance props. The food was cold and underwhelming, and the bathrooms and indoor areas were poorly maintained, with noticeable sewer smells and worn stairways. Overall, the venue, staff, and vendors associated with The Pines did not meet expectations at all. Aside from the pretty outdoor space and attentive bartenders, I cannot recommend this venue or any Wedgewood property.

As the mother of the bride -- and a professional in the events industry -- I had very specific…read moreexpectations for our venue. During our initial interview with The Pines, I was very clear about these expectations, and their team assured us they could meet every one of them. Based on those assurances, we decided to book the venue. However, several months later, when it came time to plan the event, I learned that many of the elements I had discussed and confirmed prior to booking were suddenly "not possible." The salesperson who originally booked our event was no longer employed there, and I had to repeatedly ask why these promises could not be fulfilled. It felt as though the team had simply agreed to everything initially in order to make the sale. Eventually, after several conversations, The Pines did reverse course on some of these issues and were able to accommodate most of my requests. Unfortunately, the experience was marred by unprofessional behavior from our assigned wedding planner, who reportedly told my son and son-in-law that my daughter and I were "too intense" and that she "got stuck" working with us. That level of unprofessionalism is completely unacceptable and deeply disappointing, especially given the importance of the event and the significant investment we made. Would not recommend.

Goat-a-gram is the best present you never thought of…read more What to get the person who has everything? Baby goats in the front yard on her birthday of course! We had such a fun time hanging out with Poppy and Luna. It was a unique experience, and Cynthia made it so easy. Great communication leading up to her arrival and showed up right on time. We absolutely loved it. Thank you!

OMG...best party experience ever! I rented the goats from Firehouse Farms for my book launch party…read moreand they were AMAAAZING. The total hit of the party! Cynthia communicated wonderfully, showed up on time, with the most adorable and happy goats. Everyone loved it! (And yes we are adults...who is judging? Everyone LOVES some goat fun, not just kiddos!) Definitely the first of many goat parties with Firehouse Farms to come. Thank you so, so much for an incredible experience!!!!

This hotel is super cute and the staff especially the front desk girls were super nice and…read morewelcoming. Blaine was so sweet and ensured we had the best stay! Overall the hotel was great . Rooms super clean and the vibe was so relaxing here. They have live bands and a nice patio to grab a drink and relax with and amazing view. Highly recommend this hotel. We will be back (:

Stayed in the area last minute and this place looked cool…read more What we liked: * Staff were all friendly and felt like they were glad we were there. * The room keys were just neat, weird I know but we thought the little wooden chip as a key was unique. * arrived a bit earlier than check in so had a cocktail at the bar, good time. Loved our drinks. The blueberry manhattan was delicious. * Free beer with token upon check in was nice. Hydration is key. * Room was simple but had nice touches. Liked the motion sensor for the bathroom. Bed was comfortable. Water in the room. * Full coffee bar on the room floor when you get off elevator. * Didn't get to use at night but the rooftop areas looked nice. At least in the morning for coffee they were * Fancy cupcakes and bubbly in the fridge was a nice surprise. The hand written welcome note was a nice touch. * Included continental breakfast had a decent breakfast burrito, parfaits, waffles and cereals. * free easy to connect WiFi * Again, last minute Sunday. Checked their site for rooms and one available, booked a corner room. The hotel called a couple hours later and said there was a mistake, I really thought they were going to tell me they had no rooms. Just has a different room, that was a bit cheaper. I think the lady calling was thinking we would be mad, it was all good. They handled it great. Can't really think of anything that needed to better- loved it and will stay again.

We have hosted our gala for our non profit, Bridge of Hope Greater Denver, here for the last 3…read moreyears. I have a unique perspective as I have attended for the las t2 years as a guest and this year as a staff member working with them. Linda and her husband who are the owners are some of the kindest most generous people to work. They are incredibly flexible and good hearted. The venue is beautiful. The first time we went I was a little thrown off because it's not a "beautiful" area in the middle of all the buildings. Yet, somehow, there in the middle of the concrete jungle not far from the fed center, they have created this spectacular escape that makes you feel far from it all. I don't know if the spectacular, almost European felling stone interior, the stunning chandeliers and fireplace or the little pond with the water fountain, but it makes you feel as if you are far from the rest of the world. The staff is spectacular, Ashley and Kathryn helped us develop our signature drink and mixed away like Tom Cruise in cocktail as I dipped away on about 7 different drinks that they created from my " we'd like to do something maybe like a Manhattan with apple spice" description of what we wanted. They brought us pans and mirrors that we could sue for elevation for our silent auction, they had chalk markers for signs. As they started putting the table cloths that we had picked initially and I abruptly stopped them and they upped out another option and checked to assure that we had enough for tables. Wow, they bent over backwards and really had a "we are here for you" attitude. Also, THE FOOD!! I had a fried chicken with polenta and spiced apples, we also had a pork chop as an option and a butternut squash vegetarian option YUMMY! I only ate half, and then kept trying to shove it down, because it was so good! Shout out to Tabitha who was also there to help with any needs that aired and I think it was Amanda, the sous chef that helped the day of setup. Also, one of the bar tenders whose name I didn't catch rocked it- our second bar wasn't set up, so I asked him and he got to work "full bar or wine and beer" within 30 seconds he was moving tables and bottles an probably 4 minutes later, they were set up!! That's how it's done my friends!! Thank you to the staff for making our event one for the Bridge of Hope Greater Denver record books! We couldn't have pulled it off without their generosity and cheer, and undeniable desire to serve!!

We were blown away by Baldoria - what a beautiful venue located where one might least expect it…read more The staff was very helpful in providing us with options and decisions, and they delivered on everything that we were promised. Baldoria proved to be the perfect setting for our wedding and a great night that we will never forget. We are so happy that we chose Baldoria for our wedding. Thank you to Linda and her team for such a fun night!