The St Vrain — Attraction in Longmont

I’ll start by saying we had a great wedding. But I have several reasons why I wouldn’t go with the St Vrain again: -Overall, very salesy, a lot of promises made at the walkthrough that turned out to either be completely untrue or distortions -Told us at our 30 day meeting we could set up our decor the day before the wedding, then went back and told us we could drop it off, but not set it up. Unfortunately, I didn't document this, but wish I had. -Communication from the venue is not great. Our planner reached out 3x and I reached out 2x over the course of a month via email and phone to schedule our 30-day walkthrough (despite promises that they’d reach out to us). We both got no response. They only do these on Wednesdays before 5, so we needed to plan to take off work. I eventually had to send an email CCing multiple people to finally receive a response. In other instances, I felt like an inconvenience to them anytime I had a question. -High fee of 3% to use credit card to pay for venue and guesthouse. They won’t waive it. Wish I’d have asked up front about this.

-We felt duped by their “$1000 off” promo. They wouldn’t tell us the price during the first several emails, then told us they were running a special $1000 off if we booked in the next few weeks. What they didn’t say is that we would’ve had to use one of their preferred wedding planners, who started their services at $2200. We didn’t learn this until after we toured and were ready to book. -Big getting ready space, but only available at noon. Not helpful when you need to start at 10 (which is typical) -Contract has a non-disparagement clause to prevent negative reviews. Red flag I wish we'd listened to. -No weekend/weekday evening appointments. They had promised us these when we signed the contract, but when we went to schedule a tasting, we were told they don’t offer evening tastings. The caterer also told us several times that we didn’t need to have a tasting, which felt bizarre and dismissive. We had to have several emails, a phone call and produce documentation from the venue that promised an evening tasting appointment in order to eventually get it. Their exclusive caterer told us we needed to let the venue know to change their paperwork for future clients. Uhh…no? -Not an issue with the venue itself, but just to consider if you live in Denver: it is super inconvenient for Denver folks. 50-70 minute drive made it hard to get people to stay late. Also inconvenient for all the appointments you’ll need to do in Longmont—typically takes about 90 minutes to get up there with traffic. It’s also not a great destination—your guests will need a car for everything worth doing, unlike some mountain venues. The hotels around there are unfortunately just okay and all about 1.5 miles away from the venue. Guests who want a more upscale option need to drive to Boulder. -One caterer option, who is priced much higher than other companies. What you save in alcohol costs you will pay for...

I recently had the most enchanting experience at The Saint Vrain for my family's wedding, and I can't help but sing praises about this venue! From the moment I stepped in, I was captivated by the sheer elegance and unique charm it exudes.

The Saint Vrain offers an array of exquisite services that made my family's day truly magical. The private "getting ready" area downstairs provided a serene and comfortable space for the wedding party to prepare, setting the tone for the day. The ceremony area, with its industrial chic aesthetic and brick walls, created a stunning backdrop that perfectly complemented the love-filled atmosphere.

The reception area was a true standout – spacious, beautifully lit, and designed to ensure both comfortable dining and a fantastic dancing experience. I particularly loved the decor, which allowed the bride's creative vision to come to life while collaborating with their chosen vendors. The charming brick walls, wood ceilings, and delightful chandeliers added an extra touch of elegance to the entire ambiance.

The thoughtfulness put into every detail didn't go unnoticed. The super comfortable furniture and lounge areas were appreciated by our guests, creating inviting spaces for them to unwind and enjoy the cocktail hour. One of the most remarkable aspects was the venue's convenient location, nestled near bars and nightlife options, making it a breeze for our guests to continue the festivities. Additionally, the ease of access from nearby accommodations, like Airbnb rentals, was a pleasant surprise.

A heartfelt shoutout to the owners and venue manager, whose sweetness and personable nature made us feel cared for and attended to every step of the way. They even swiftly resolved some unexpected mishaps during the dancing portion, showing their commitment to ensuring a flawless event.

In all honesty, the beauty of The Saint Vrain took my breath away. It was like stepping into a dream world where every detail was carefully curated to create an unforgettable backdrop for the wedding. If there's any downside, it's that there isn't a venue like this back in my hometown – it's truly one-of-a-kind.

If you're looking for a wedding venue that encapsulates elegance, flexibility, and an unforgettable experience, The Saint Vrain should be your top choice. My heartfelt gratitude goes out to the entire team for making our family's day...

We were married at the St. Vrain in October and it was the most magical night thanks to the amazing staff at the St Vrain! Our guests were oohing and awwing over the venue the whole time and we barely had to decorate! I cannot tell you how wonderful it was to have incredible bride and groom rooms....this was one of the hardest things to find at other venues! The brides room has amazing vanities with perfect lighting and it was gorgeous for pictures! Our family and friends could hang out with us without the room being too crowded. The boys loved their room too, especially the games! When I first saw the first look room I was not so sure about how the pictures would look but they turned out AMAZING. The green couch was perfect and it was perfectly set up for our first look! Everything went off without a hitch and my family is still raving about how much fun the wedding was. Anne and her husband were incredible to work with and were incredibly accommodating to our very specific requests! I would highly recommend The St Vrain!

Note: One thing I struggled with was the caterer that you have to use. Their food was incredible and the staff the day of was amazing but it was frustrating through the planning process. They do not do a personal tasting and they make you pay to bring more than 2 people....so bringing a parent costs more which is unexceptionable in my opinion. And they have all these crazy add on costs at the end so make sure to watch for that (like they said the price was all inclusive but then suddenly we had to pay for water pitchers separately at the tables.....that is a basic necessity we should have had to pay extra for). Make sure you ask the caterer a lot of questions so you know what your final bill will actually be. The food really is delicious so it will be worth it but watch out for the costs if you are on a budget.

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