This was our second favorite stay at the Red Barn Guest Ranch in New Castle Colorado. Just like our…read morefirst visit, we again experienced a beautiful stay surrounded by beauty and the tranquility that we needed. Our accommodation in the "Bridal Suite" was immaculate and so comfortable. Our hosts, Luis and Kristine, surprised us with a fresh organic breakfast every morning, along with piping hot coffee and tea. We relaxed and enjoyed walking the property and seeing the beautiful horses in their pasture. One morning wild turkeys ran past our door and I managed to get some great photos. The fall is stunning for great sunsets and aspen-glow. We will be back !

NEW OWNERSHIP We had originally reserved 4 nights at the Rio…read moreGrande B&B in Glenwood Springs, a place we stayed at for a weekend last December and just loved. Unfortunately, due to the nearby fires there was heavy smoke everywhere. The owners realized it would be unbearable to stay there and offered us a bridal suite at their recently purchased ranch which is 15 minutes away. After a few rural roads we came upon their place... OMG what a ranch! It was how one would imagine a ranch to be... white fenced sections, horses, wildlife, stables, lots of well-kept acreage with many large shady trees also many apple trees. A beautiful huge main house to one side, the bridal suite across the driveway very privately surrounded by beautiful lawns and trees with lots of shade. One of the family members took us on a tour around the 21 acres and as the ranch name suggests, they have a huge red barn along with stables, corrals, ponds, more B&B suites, just amazing! It had a perfect reception hall that opens to a vast lawn, this with a complete bar, bandstand; this is a perfect place for a wedding. The entire place was super clean and well kept. Our mornings were very relaxing... peacefully quiet but for the soothing soft breeze through the trees. Breakfast on our private patio was a treat and did I mention the delicious coffee? Luis and Kristine along with their wonderful family were so welcoming and are the warmest of hosts, one and all. We really enjoyed their company. This ranch is a perfect place for a wedding, family reunion, retreat or whatever! We look forward to coming back very soon. We loved it and you will too!

What a great venue for listening to a show. Great acoustics left a nice spot for dancing, which…read morewas very important with all the tables. All of the staff was so friendly except for the bouncer. Jake or Josh I think was his name, tall guy with earrings. I walked up to the venue with a Red Bull in my hand and he came out of nowhere and said you gotta get rid of that. You can't be here with that. He was so rude. There is a right way and a wrong way to tell somebody they can't have any outside beverages. I also watched him be just as rude to a family that was trying to leave with their cokes. Nobody likes a bouncer attitude. You can be much more polite. Otherwise, I would highly recommend this beautiful restored venue for seeing a show

We got lucky and came to Rifle on a night when there was a concert going on so we decided to go and…read morewhat a delight it was! We saw the band, Royal South, and they were amazing. ThE sound in the venue was fantastic but and there was plenty of seating. We also enjoyed some drinks from the bar. If you are in Rifle, this is a MUST Stop!! Even if you aren't if Rifle, this place is worth traveling to. It's an intimate music venue with great up and coming artists!

This 4 day weekend will be our third stay here at the ranch. Each time we've stayed it has snowed,…read morewe're hoping for the same this weekend. The staff is outstanding! We needed a repair made in our cabin, it was completed within the hour of notifying the proprietor. This truly is a special one of a kind place.

Avalanche Ranch is one of my absolute favorite hot Springs in Colorado. They have cute little…read morewagons, tiny houses and cabins to stay in. They have 3 different pools and one wooden tub. The view from the hot springs over the mountains is just incredible. The whole estate is so beautiful and very family friendly. Make sure to book your accommodations at least half a year in advance in order to reserve your stay. The employees are very nice. They also have a fish pond and you can borrow for free fishing rods. They also have animals. There is just so much to explore. It's great for kids. Plus they don't really have wifi other than in the reception.

I booked this hotel via Hotwire, who stated in my receipt that the hotel would choose an…read moreappropriate room for our party. When we arrived, the check-in woman said that Hotwire had allocated our room, which had a queen bed for three people, without a sofa bed. I said this wasn't appropriate for our group size, but her suggestion was that we call Hotwire and cancel the room. This just didn't make any sense. I asked if they could change our room, but she insisted this would be an upcharge of $50. Then I asked if there was a supervisor who could clear up this problem, although this woman also passed the buck to Hotwire. I assumed they must be full that night, but no, they weren't. They were just cheap, argumentative, and irrational. After haggling for way too long, the manager finally agreed to provide us a suitably-sized room, but "just this once." WTF? This was appalling customer service. I'll add that this is a dated Holiday Inn with run-down rooms and amenities, and without a working pool. (They didn't have any gluten free options at breakfast either, so why should we pay more to receive less?) Two stars for the serene view of the river, zero stars for the absolutely dreadful customer service.

The first room we were given was beyond filthy. The…read morecarpeting was disgusting, including numerous stains - didn't look like it had ever been cleaned. The furnishing and lamp shades were badly worn and/or torn and there appeared to be something smeared on the wall as you entered the room. When my husband checked at the front desk about getting another room, the clerk initially said there wasn't anything available. When my husband started got irritated and mentioned how nasty the room was with other hotel guests nearby, the clerk mysteriously was able to find another room. The second room was slightly better, but this place is WAY overpriced for the condition it's in!

Great place fresh fruits are amazing. Love all fresh…read morevegetables and fruits! The customer service is fantastic love this place! I will continue to come back!

When in Rome you eat pizza. When in Palisade you eat peaches. You also lug a case of them back to…read moreDenver! It's a Colorado summertime tradition. First time driving thru Palisade on our way back from Grand Junction and Moab. It's a quaint town known for local farms and wineries. Clark Family Orchards seemed like a reliable spot, so we stopped by to check out the fruit stand. Now, this isn't one of those rinky dink fruit stands on the side of the highway. For starters, you are surrounded by beautiful views of the Grand Mesa. It's a charming store with an abundance of products. You can easily drop a small fortune if you weren't careful. We bought a whole lot of fresh peaches, cherries and jams. The peaches and cherries were consumed right away, and damn they were mighty tasty treats. Nothing better than freshly harvested fruits. The peaches steal the show, but I implore you not to skip out on the cherries. They are just as fantastic! There are a good amount of orchards and farms to choose from when out in Palisade. Clark is a great family owned one to support.

What a great find! Clean, well maintained and very comfortable. Back patio and yard were nice…read moretoo. The view of Mt. Sopris and the accessibility to the downtown area made our stay an enjoyable one! The Hoffmans Denver, Colorado

From the owner: Ethel's House & Backyard is a quaint rental space located in Carbondale, CO. Ethel's will provide…read moreguests with character and beauty inside and out. Whether you need to rent space for a business luncheon or a weekend wedding you'll never forget, Ethel's is your affordable option. The house has a full kitchen and plenty of space to move throughout or set up tables. Think of Ethel's House & Backyard for your next get together. Ethel's House & Backyard is perfect for: Intimate Weddings Private Parties Business Luncheons Corporate Events Non-profit Events Pop-up Shop Events And much, much more. Call Beth today to find out more and to book your next event. Rental available by the hour or by day.

We booked the sleigh ride with dinner on Jan 1st. Venue is beautiful, food is good and service was…read moreexcellent! There wasn't enough snow for a sleigh ride, so it was a wagon ride instead. We still had a good time. Fireplace was burning so the atmosphere was cozy and the music was fun!

This was a magical experience! I wish we had snow for our sleigh ride dinner but the wagon ride…read morewith history was very cool. They decorated the inside of the cabin for Christmas and the campsite s'mores were all set up. The Buffett was delicious- the chili was the star of the show. Live music and beautiful big sky country. We had a wonderful time.

I stayed here with Aspen school District on a camping trip and I can say it is the best thing I…read morecould've possibly done to start my school year. Laurie and Scott were both such kind souls and truly made it worth the stay. When I forgot a water bottle, they graciously offered me one provided water every single morning, and didn't mind 20 kids every morning playing music and cooking breakfast . They truly made this experience your own. They include wonderful things like goat walks, chickens, egg harvesting, and plenty of other things. It's a wonderful campsite run by two wonderful people and when in the Palo is area I would highly recommend it. Thank you for your hospitality I can't thank you for your kindness. I cant wait to brag to next years students about how great you are. -Noelani M Von Stocken

Our daughter and son-in-law had their wedding at Sage View Ranch this September. It was a…read morewonderful experience and Scott and Laurie were amazing hosts! The location is beautiful, the ambiance was lovely and SVR is a great place for a weekend party. Scott and Laurie really helped our kids create the wedding of their dreams!

We spent two nights here for a friends 40th birthday... it was a perfect getaway retreat. There's…read moresomething special about having to snowmobile in, you know you're in the middle of nowhere, no cell phone service, nothing but being present, enjoying the days, and snowmobiling or timbersledding out the front door. The staff here was so kind, helpful and down to earth, we were on a first name basis with everyone. There's a restaurant which serves all local farm to table food and coffee, a fully stocked bar, game room, hot tub, fire pits, super great massage chair, and we even went on a snow cat tour. Our cabin was cozy, comfortable and clean. Would highly recommend. We will be back!

Let me first off by saying that I have hunted on the West side of Electric Mountain for the last 6…read moreyears, and this was my first time ever into Electric Mountain Lodge (I did hear about it however). I guess my purpose of never going in was that we came in on the other side of the mountain (Off of McClure Pass), and never really ventured into the "Hubbard Park" area. We always had our big wall tents, wood burning stoves, and food for the week. So I guess we never really needed to venture that way. Let me tell you we were MISSING OUT on something amazing. I ended up venturing over into that area due to the dry season, high temperatures, and the sparse amount of elk in the area that I am usually in. I got a tip from someone about a place in Hubbard Park so decided to go check it out! First the spot was amazing, and was what I hunted for the rest of the season. However, after my first night scouting the area I decided to stop in for a beer and a meal at electric lodge. First, The staff is amazing! From the back kitchen staff, the bartenders, the waitress's, the bar backs, etc! You all rock! Super friendly, great to talk too, funny to be around (I love sarcasm and they could all read that). The place was clean, warm, and rustic truly made my hunting trip feel even more amazing. The food was great (Only criticism is a little pricey, but hey supply and demand so no complaints). The beer was cold and in a clean glass so no complaints there (Also reasonably priced). The next night I ended up bringing my whole hunting crew over for dinner and some beers after our evening hunt. They all enjoyed it and we had probably some of the best brisket and smoked sausages I have had in a long long time. We all talked about looking in one year of just staying at the lodge instead of setting up our camp. It wont be an every year stay, but worth looking into every few years. However, even if we set up our own camp you can sure as heck no that we will be stopping in for at least one night each year. Great work Electric Lodge! Great work Electric Lodge Staff! This is my new hidden gem that I can't wait to tell people about!

I cannot imagine having planned my wedding without Kate's help. We hosted 220 guests at a stunning…read morebut unconventional NYC venue with many logistical challenges--and she navigated every single one with grace, creativity, and professionalism. From day one, Kate and the Gold Leaf team brought a calming presence, impeccable taste, and a deep understanding of how to bring our vision to life. I'm convinced I was the least stressed bride of all my friends thanks to Kate's steady guidance and meticulous attention to detail. She made everything feel seamless, elegant, and authentically "us." If you're looking for someone who is not only talented and experienced but also kind, poised, and deeply invested in your day, I can't recommend Kate enough. She made the impossible feel easy--and gave us the wedding of our dreams.

Kate and the entire Gold Leaf Event team were a dream to work with. We came to Kate with a vague…read moreidea for a wedding weekend celebration, but did not immediately have a clear vision of what we wanted. Kate expertly guided us through the process and helped us design a winter wedding celebration that was even more special than what we had hoped for. Planning a wedding in Aspen requires expert coordination, strong local vendor and venue relationships, creative problem solving, and a leader who is capable of navigating through all the inevitable twists and turns with confidence and ease. Kate and team are all of that and beyond. Their professionalism kept planning extremely manageable and most importantly, allowed us to enjoy and relish every second of our wedding weekend. Above all, Kate is an amazing person and such a pleasure to spend time with. She has incredible presence, impeccable taste, and a confidence that reassured us we were in good hands. We are so grateful to Kate and the team for being an integral part of our wedding celebration, and the memories we will hold onto forever.