8 years ago
I have been thinking for a while how to write a review that captures HOW INCREDIBLE our wedding was, all in thanks to Winding River Ranch - but this comes with great difficulty, in that, no amount of words can ever express how TRULY AMAZING this venue and the ranch team is. From day one, we were treated like family. Kristin, Travis, Granny, Craig and all of the other ranch help are the hardest working, biggest hearted, deeply loving, down to earth group of individuals out there, and what they have created for couples who truly have a vision to create their own wedding in the exact way they want to is OUT OF THIS WORLD. The ranch itself is the most beautiful piece of property, arguably, in the state of Colorado! It simply feels like home as you stand in the heart of the mountains. From the abundance of moose, to the ranch animals, the towering trees, the CO river, and the wildflowers surrounding, it simply cannot be beat. When it came down to the logistics of the wedding, Kristin's response was always "YES. We can do that for you." And they did. The barns are pristine in their wonderfully rustic and homey feel. The ceremony cite is breathtaking. There was room for everyone to play, explore, take photos, and soak in all of the joy the ranch helped us create. All of our guests raved about how they have never been to a more gorgeous wedding. The venue has no 10:00pm curfew like so many venues do, they allow you to bring in your own outside vending, they give you the time and space you truly need to bring your wedding visions to life, and they are so supportive in truly unimaginable ways throughout your whole wedding experience. The team at the ranch, while being very hardworking and accommodating, are also very laid back. Sometimes you find venues with really rude or inconsiderate management when you are trying to bring your wedding visions to life, and the ranch team really challenges this sometimes unfortunate experience by being so openminded, real, and supportive of your big day! On the day of, the whole team was there right away in the morning asking us what we needed and making it all happen. Travis and the team kept the venue clean by taking out trash and were in constant communication with my family about anything we needed and how things were flowing. And now.... I MUST put Kristin on blast, specifically. We had an unfortunate situation with the hairstylist and makeup artist the day of, in that, the hair that was done was all falling out/looked truly awful, and the makeup artist simply did not show up. Day ruiner? One would think. But I said to one of my bridesmaids, "go find Kristin and tell her I need her help." Within seconds, Kristin and Mackenzie were in the bridal cabin doing hair, redoing hair, and doing makeup and THEY SAVED THE DAY. If you are looking to hire out for hair and make-up, you should absolutely consider asking Kristin what she would charge you - hindsight is 20/20 and had I known how truly talented Kristin was with hair - I would have paid her triple what I paid for the "professionals" I hired! No kidding. I could go on forever, but, I will say one final thing. If you are wanting an amazing mountain wedding with a down to earth feel, look no further. THE WINDING RIVER RANCH IS THE BEST VENUE IN COLORADO! Hands down. If you get the opportunity to experience the ranch and meet the ranch staff, you are beyond words lucky. We have gained a forever family and could not feel more blessed. Thank you, WRR! WE LOVE YOU GUYS!! All photos courtesy of Danna Frost Photography.
