Wedding Weekend Venue in Vermont
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Abigail Harkins
MANAGER
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (3X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
***We still have a few Friday and Saturday dates available in 2026. Please inquire for specific dates and reduced rates***
Located in Vermont’s picturesque Mad River Valley, Sugarbush Resort specializes in offering you and your guests a full wedding weekend experience. Between our three event venues, there are many options for your rehearsal dinner, welcome reception, and farewell brunch. In addition, we offer a variety of lodging options ranging from slope-side luxury accommodations to quaint New England-style Inns, all located within a mile of the Lincoln Peak Courtyard.
Ceremony Sites: Several ceremony locations are available, with our most popular being the Mountain Meadow ceremony site. This provides an expansive backdrop of the Green Mountains accessible by private use of a chairlift. One of the only private lifts available to rent in Vermont, this location provides an incredibly memorable and unique experience for you and your guests! Chairlift not for you? The Gate House Lawn and Clay Brook Courtyard, located in the base area at Lincoln Peak, offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and has a picturesque background for your ceremony photos.
Reception Venues:
Mountain View & Courtyard Room: Located in the Lincoln Peak Courtyard, this space comfortably accommodates 100-250+ guests, features cathedral ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and expansive mountain views. Enjoy cocktail hour in our beloved après locations, Castlerock Pub or on the Gate House Patio. This venue location is steps away from the Gate House Chairlift, which accesses the Mountaintop Meadow ceremony site.
Rumble’s Bistro & Bar: Located across the Lincoln Peak Courtyard from the Gate House Lodge, this elegant post-and-beam venue features a 45-foot cathedral ceiling, stone fireplace, and outdoor slope-side terrace. Rumble’s is the perfect venue for an intimate wedding reception of up to 100 guests and is conveniently attached to the Clay Brook Luxury Hotel and Residences.
Mt Ellen: Located five minutes from the Lincoln Peak base area, Mt Ellen Lodge is our vintage Vermont ski lodge which can accommodate up to 150 guests. This newly renovated location offers some of the best views of the Mad River Valley and features an expansive deck; great for cocktail hours and late-night receptions.
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Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Ballroom
Barn
Country Club
Hotel
Mountain
Restaurant
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Planning
Food & Catering
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Abigail Harkins
Manager
Hi! My name is Abby and I have been working in the wedding industry for 12+ years and have been a part of the Sugarbush Weddings Team for almost 6 years. I recently transitioned from our Conference Planning Department, where I was deeply involved with the planning, coordination and execution of the weddings, to the Wedding Sales Manager role.
I would be delighted to meet with you to hear about your vision for your day. I love what I do and recently had a wedding of my own so I understand all of the excitement. If a getaway wedding in the mountains is what you're looking for, Sugarbush is it
Reviews
4.8
out of 5.066 reviews
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Sugarbush emerges as a highly recommended wedding venue with reviewers praising the attentive and helpful staff, particularly mentioning coordinators like Carolann, Emma, and Alyssa for their exceptional service. Guests loved the on-site convenience for all wedding events and the spacious, clean hotel rooms. The food was described as amazing, especially during Oktoberfest celebrations, and the mountain views added to the picturesque backdrop for ceremonies and photos. Despite some minor challenges in the planning process, the overall experience at Sugarbush was deemed perfect by many, with guests highlighting the impeccable organization and attention to detail throughout the wedding weekend.Review photos
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Joseph D
5.0
1/27/2026
Carolann was a tremendous coordinator. She joined Sugarbush with just a few months to go before our wedding. However, it was like she’s been there for years and knew the details of...
our wedding inside and out! She was lovely to work with and was very thoughtful and thorough in her preparation. Would recommend working with her!
Rachel B
5.0
1/02/2026
We had the absolute best weekend at Sugarbush for our wedding on 10.18.25!! We toured the venue and booked with Abby and then worked primarily with Emma throughout the planning pro...
cess.
Our guests loved that everything for the weekend was on site. We did our welcome party at Rumbles, ceremony at Mid-Mountain, reception at Gate House Lodge and after party at Castle Rock Pub. Our guests also loved how spacious and nice the hotel rooms were! The suites are a great size for a large bridal party to get ready. The food was great as well!!
Emma was really helpful in the days leading up to our wedding. We did our rehearsal dinner at Mount Ellen (about a 5-10 minute drive from Gate House) and loved this venue. The morning of we realized we had no gluten free options and reached out to Emma- she quickly worked with her team to have something for us.
We were torn on doing the Mid-Mountain ceremony and Emma was a great sounding board (we ultimately did and we are SO glad that we did!!!) After the ceremony she was waiting at the lift for us with our signature drinks, which was a nice touch!!
The only piece of constructive criticism I have is that the planning process was challenging at times. Emma was always available to meet with us when needed, but sometimes felt like it would take a long time to get information back and questions answered on reservations, transportation, and anything that involved contact with another team at Sugarbush. Everything worked out in the end and we do feel that Emma did everything she could to ensure the weekend ran smoothly (and it did!!)
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Sarah S
5.0
11/16/2025
Our wedding at sugarbush was perfect! From Abby helping us to locking in the date…she was very responsive and organized. Able to answer all of our questions. Carolann was our coord...
inator! She as amazing. She was always available for questions. She made the entire weekend so easy! We really could not ask for a better coordinator! The hotel was also amazing! Everyone one at the hotel was so friendly! The rooms were clean and great size for weddings! Most rooms are suits and some bigger then peoples houses! Every unit had a fire place and washer/dryer! The food for the entire weekend was amazing! And so fun to have our wedding during oktoborfest! Really can not say enough about Carolann! She was truly the best.
MJ D
5.0
11/10/2025
Absolutely amazing! The resort is beautifully located in the mountains, clean, and wonderfully decorated. The staff and food were excellent.
Catherine G
5.0
11/07/2025
We absolutely loved working with Emma, Abigail, and the whole Sugarbush team. Our whole weekend was so calm, beautiful and well organized. Emma made us feel so welcomed on-site and...
was a breeze to work with while planning. From adding little flowers to our welcome dinner space, to building a little stage for our officiant for her heels on the grass Emma and the whole team were a joy and really cared for us and our family. Thank you all so much!!
Chelsea B
5.0
10/13/2025
Sugarbush was the perfect venue for our entire wedding weekend. We worked with Emma who was amazing and held all of or events on-site. Rehearsal Dinner and Welcome Party in Castler...
ock Pub, Ceremony on the Gate House Lawn, Cocktail Hour on the Gate House Patio, Reception in the Mountain View and Courtyard Rooms, Late Night in Castlerock Pub, and Brunch in Rumbles. It was truly the most perfect wedding and we loved the ability to have everyone stay on-site. The suites were also perfect for getting ready on the day of and we truly had the most amazing weekend there. Emma helped us feel so calm and organized and we wish we could do it all over again.
Rebecca B
5.0
9/08/2025
Sugarbush is a beautiful venue with mountain views and space to accommodate all your wedding events. We kicked off the weekend with a golf outing at Sugarbush Resort Golf Club foll...
owed by our rehearsal dinner and welcome drinks at Castlerock Pub. Our ceremony was at the bottom of the mountain, but we were able to do our first look and couple photos at the top.
Emma and the entire Sugarbush team was amazing! From the attention to detail our wedding coordinator helped with to the timeline and overall service, we were extremely impressed with the weekend. It was so special having all our family and friends stay at Clay Brook Hotel, which made all the wedding events easy for guests to get to. The hotel was spacious and the staff was welcoming and accommodating to our guests needs. Our wedding weekend was better than we could have ever imagined!
Kelly P
5.0
8/14/2025
Emma, Alex, and the entire Sugarbush team were incredible! Our wedding weekend was perfect and we received many comments from our guests that it was one of, if not the best weddin...
gs they have ever been to. Our guests commented on how amazing the food was, the venue was breathtaking (we got married at top of gate house, had reception and cocktail hour in the courtyard and lodge and after party downstairs at Castlerock pub), the service and staff were so friendly and accommodating, and Clay Brook was a beautiful and convenient place for everyone to stay for the weekend (pool was a big hit). Our rehearsal dinner at Hogan's Pub was magical! The Sugarbush team thought of every little detail and we honestly did not have to do a thing all weekend long and just celebrate and have fun with family and friends. I can't recommend Sugarbush venue and the team more. They have so many options to make your wedding weekend incredibly special.
Cindy H
5.0
7/21/2025
Sugarbush did a perfect job handling my daughter's wedding weekend. From the rehearsal dinner to the welcome party, the ceremony on the mountain, the reception, and even the Sunday...
brunch, we were thrilled. All staff were very accommodating and kind to us and our guests. Perfection!
Molly P
5.0
6/04/2025
Wow, where do we even begin with Sugarbush? Our wedding weekend was nothing short of phenomenal! From the moment we arrived, Alyssa took our vision and transformed it into a stunni...
ng reality. The resort was the ideal backdrop for our big day!
The rooms and suites are not only spacious but also exude a cozy charm, making them perfect for getting ready, especially with a larger bridal party. Every staff member we encountered was bursting with joy and enthusiasm, and their vibrant energy truly elevated our entire experience.
The event space? Absolutely breathtaking! We chose Castle Rock Pub for our welcome party and cocktail hour, and it was the perfect intimate setting for us to mingle with all our guests. And let’s talk about the food—simply fabulous! Our guests couldn’t stop raving about everything from the taco buffet at our welcome party to the mouthwatering appetizers and entrees!
The views of the vibrant Green Mountains created an unforgettable backdrop for our photos, making every moment even more spectacular.
A simple "thank you" doesn’t quite capture our gratitude for the incredible memories Sugarbush gave us throughout the weekend. It was perfect in every way, and we are eternally grateful for this unforgettable experience!
Charlie
5.0
4/18/2025
Sugarbush and Alyssa and Abby were attentive to detail, worked on our vision to be wed at Mount Ellen, and made sure the day ran smoothly. They were creative with decor, worked ver...
y well with the vendors, and facilitated the best wedding day ever.
Jenna E
5.0
12/28/2024
Cannot recommend Sugarbush enough to book as your wedding venue. The team is exceptional and it truly is a 1 stop shop for everything you will need for your wedding weekend. My gue...
sts are still talking about how amazing it was having everything in 1 place and how kind the staff was and how lovely the accommodations were. We had the best time and everything went off without a hitch!!!
Arkady G
5.0
11/02/2024
Our wedding at Sugarbush went exactly how we pictured it. We hosted a welcome party and a brunch at Rumbles Bistro, cocktail hour at Castlerock Pub and had our reception at the Gat...
e House Lodge with and outdoor ceremony. This was a great way to experience all the spaces Sugarbush has to offer and have a weekend-long celebration with our guests. The Sugarbush staff was one of the main reasons we picked it as our venue, a decision we did not regret. Abigail and Alyssa did a great job with helping us plan our weekend and provided useful insights throughout our planning phase. They were very accommodating with any requests and were happy to help at every step of the way. The day of the wedding everything went smoothly without us having to get involved in the preparations, allowing us to enjoy our day. The food at Sugarbush was also great, with plenty of options at different price levels. Overall, we are so happy that we chose Sugarbush for our venue, there is really nothing they could have done to make it better.
Tracey X
5.0
9/30/2024
Abigail, Molly, Megan and the whole sugarbush team did an amazing job in our end of August wedding. Molly worked closely with us for 8 months, very professional, responsive and hel...
pful in assisting us finding vendors and coordinating with vendors. She not only made detailed arrangements and timetables for wedding parties, also proactively reached out to photographer, DJ, florists and bakery to made sure everything is in place. We enjoyed our preparation and the wedding day simply following Molly and Megan’s lead. Their team made everything smooth, especially when we encountered guest change and extra guest issue. Molly solved it super quickly. We also chose to reserved most of the rooms in the claybrook hotel so it is very convenient for welcome party and the wedding. We could not go up the mountain due to raining and windy but we had wedding on the grass. The photos came out so nice. Our guests gave us so many compliments. We highly recommend Sugarbush resort and very thankful for Molly and the whole team.
Sarah H
5.0
9/26/2024
Sugarbush and their team are absolutely wonderful! To start off talking through estimates with them was an absolute breeze, they gave so many cost options and wanted to work with u...
s so we could pick what we wanted in a price range that made sense to us, not everyone takes the time to do that! They had great planning tools along the way to make organizing easier for everyone and help you get a feel for your day, how you want it to run and how you want it to look! They are super flexible and open to alternative ideas and gave us great guidance and had amazing creative ideas along the way! They gave great local recommendations of florist, hair and makeup people, entertainment and more! The month before they were always available for a chat or to make adjustments. The day before and the day of is when they truly shined! Every single person on their team was so kind and welcoming, they really made you feel special and excited. As someone who has never planned an event and struggles with being the center of attention they were there for me the entire way, building me up! It truly was an amazing experience!
Rachel T
5.0
9/11/2024
Alyssa was so helpful and detailed in planning our event. Then she and Molly were super hands on over the course of our weekend of activities, coordinating everything and even shif...
ting when the weather changed and never missing a beat. We had the absolute best time ever! Thank you SB staff for taking such great care of us!
Lezlee S
5.0
8/20/2024
As a wedding and event florist who flowers many venues, Sugarbush stand out as one of my favorites!
As soon as we arrive onsite, Meg, Alyssa and the entire team are incredibly hel...
pful, organized, and welcoming. They are attentive, friendly, and easy to collaborate with, ensuring that every detail of my floral designs align perfectly with the couple's vision. Their professionalism makes he entire process seamless and stress-free, allowing me to focus on creating stunning arrangements.
The venue's natural lighting highlights the beauty of the flowers, and the spacious layout gives me and my team the flexibility to craft large, statement-making displays. The elegant yet understated design of the venue allows floral work to shine while still blending harmoniously with the overall ambiance.
For any couple looking for a venue with excellent service, amazing planners, and a setting that enhances the beauty of their special day, I highly recommend Sugarbush Resort. It’s a florist’s dream to work with such an outstanding team in such a beautiful location.
Sara B
5.0
8/20/2024
We got married earlier this month and had the most amazing weekend! We worked with Alyssa and she was truly the BEST! We can’t recommend Sugarbush enough for your wedding. One thin...
g that stood out was how serious they took dietary restrictions. We had a few serious allergies, as well as random diet choices, and they made sure everybody had a great meal no matter what. Alyssa answered any and all questions in a timely manner throughout the whole planning process and truly brought our vision to live! I wish we could do it all over again.
Colleen D
5.0
8/19/2024
My daughter had her wedding at Sugarbush August 10th. I would give Sugarbush a million stars if I could! EVERYTHING exceeded our expectations from the venue to the food to the hote...
l and especially to the Staff. Beth Crawford was the planner assigned to my daughter’s wedding. Her kind, positive, calm and organized approach was more than we could have hoped for. She worked with my daughter to create her dream wedding and was always available for any questions that arose during the planning process. Molly Quinn Pasic was also there for all the weekend festivities, always with a smile on her face willing to help. What a team they made! They dealt with the vendors and made sure everything was perfect, running smoothly and on time.
Hailegh, the food and beverage manager worked behind the scenes to provide an exceptional meal with a wonderful staff (Maggie is the only waitstaff I recall and she like the others was great!). The bartenders were phenomenal (Jimmy is the only name I remember and he was awesome) There was never a wait at the bar and food was served promptly. Valerie at the front desk at Claybrook was amazing! By the end of the weekend I felt like she was part of the wedding. Jen at the Lodge at Lincoln Park was so helpful and kind. The chair lift operators were incredible, loading everyone in an efficient manner, stopping the lift and helping those with walkers and wheelchairs on and off. I can’t emphasize how absolutely incredible the whole staff was with special kudos to Beth and Molly for always going above and beyond!
I think that the people at Sugarbush are what make weddings there so special but the venue plays a close second. It is absolutely beautiful! A huge perk is that everything is on grounds so that when you arrive, you park and you don’t need to touch your car until you leave on Sunday. The Rehearsal Dinner, Welcome Party, and Wedding After Party were held at Castlerock Pub. The cocktail hour was on the Courtyard followed by the reception at Claybrook. The morning after Brunch was at Rumbles. We were fortunate that the ceremony could be held at the Gatehouse Mountain Top. The wedding day was a sunny day sandwiched between 2 days of monsoon like weather. But even if the ceremony had to be held inside, there was a contingency plan and it would have been beautiful.
So many people told us that it was the best wedding that they had ever been to. One guest had been to several ski resort weddings and said “hands down, Sugarbush was the best!” I 100% agree and would wholeheartedly recommend Sugarbush to anyone who is looking for a perfect wedding weekend!
Ashley L
5.0
7/06/2024
We started working with Sugarbush in 2022 with plans to get married in 2023. Due to many life circumstances, we had to put our marriage plans on hold until 2024. Despite this, Suga...
rbush continued to work with us and went the extra mile to ensure we had our dream wedding.
When the planning really got started, we met with our event coordinator, Alyssa. She was instrumental in making sure the planning process went smoothly. She worked with all of our vendors and communicated with them independently of us. There was never a question left unanswered.
When the wedding day came, Sugarbush's experience and Alyssa's talent came through. Rain marred our long held plans, but quick thinking and work from the team turned our now indoor wedding into a once in a life time experience. I cannot recommend Sugarbush enough.
Ash H
5.0
7/01/2024
Can't say enough good things about Sugarbush and their staff. We had a welcome dinner Friday, the wedding Saturday, and a brunch Sunday and every single event went seamlessly. Moll...
y, Meg, and their team were extremely attentive and accommodating. They worked with all our vendors and our day could not have been more perfect. We got married at the top of the mountain which I HIGHLY recommend. Our guests were floored with how beautiful it was. Most of our guests stayed directly at the resort and everyone was so impressed with the rooms, pool, and overall vibe of the space. We did a buffet for the wedding dinner and I also recommend that. Amazing place to get married. 10/10!
J B
5.0
6/14/2024
We recently had the pleasure of hosting our rehearsal dinner and welcome party at Castlerock Pub, and are very happy with our experience. The location is stunning. Nestled in the m...
ountains with breathtaking views, Sugarbush provided the perfect backdrop to kick off our wedding weekend celebrations. The natural beauty of the area, combined with the resort's well-maintained facilities, created an elegant and inviting ambiance.
The staff at Sugarbush were attentive, accommodating, and invested in making sure things went smoothly. Alyssa and Meghan's professionalism and friendliness made the process stress-free and enjoyable.
Overall, we highly recommend Sugarbush for any special event or getaway. The beautiful setting, great staff, and top-notch facilities make it an ideal choice for anyone looking to create lasting memories!
Susie P
5.0
1/05/2024
First, we want to thank the entire Sugarbush wedding team for their yearlong support in planning our wedding! From the moment we started exploring sugarbush, everyone was communica...
tive and transparent and felt invested in our wedding, which we held in October 2023.
Molly, our coordinator, kept us on track (and that’s a high compliment coming from a pretty organized and control-freak bride) and worked with us to make everything work, from managing our vendors to suggesting ideas and being flexible when things inevitably changed. The day of our wedding was beautiful but cold, and Molly and team were there every step of the way shepherding people around and making sure every guest was comfortable. One thing I will never forget is standing under the arch, shaking from the cold and from excitement in the 40° weather in my strapless dress, and Molly appearing from nowhere to hand me a wrap and a white blazer so I would be more comfortable.
The venue is beautiful and there are so many places to host different parts of the wedding. Our guests loved that the weekend was a fall experience, and we felt good knowing there was plenty to do during down times.
The sugarbush team is undoubtedly the best at what they do, AND they make you feel like family. They really care that every vision you have, no matter how different, gets executed, and they take your wedding personally. Everyone should get to work with a great team like the sugarbush team.
Caitlin D
5.0
10/31/2023
Sugarbush is the perfect wedding venue!! We were married on October 28th, 2023 and after a particularly rainy summer some autumn leaves stuck around for a lovely late-fall atmosphe...
re. Not only are there several on-site lodging options for your guests, but the resort provides food and drink services, beautiful spaces for events before, during, and after the main event, and finally, event coordination, which I think is one of their most valuable services! We worked with Alyssa August from beginning to end. She guided us through the planning process and turned our vision into something that exceeded any and all expectations. Not only was she professional and responsive, but she was also extremely kind, fun, and reassuring, which helped me stay grounded and completely present once the wedding started. She is a PRO at what she does. We were provided with extremely helpful planning documents about 6 months ahead of the wedding for us to work on, and once our RSVPs rolled in, we were in constant communication for about 2 months leading up to the wedding. She was able to seamlessly handle any last minute changes, such as guest cancellations and moving the ceremony inside after a surprise change in the forecast. I should also note that while an outdoor ceremony was our original plan, the indoor ceremony within the Gate House Lodge was described as "electric" by our guests and felt destined to happen that way. The entire staff at Sugarbush was so well equipped to throw us the best party we've ever been to. The Clay Brook hotel is insane too - getting to hit the hot tub the morning after the wedding was awesome. GET MARRIED HERE. You will not regret it!
Renee M
5.0
10/08/2023
We had our wedding weekend on September 16th and it was incredible! Our event coordinator Molly was absolutely amazing and made timelines and decisions so effortless.
We had our w...
elcome party at Castlerock Pub. The bartenders were super friendly and attentive and the wing bar was great! The fire pits were lit which provided a beautiful ambiance for guests to mingle outside.
We had rented av equipment for our family and friends to provide the music for our ceremony. Molly made sure we had space to store it for the weekend.
The wedding day went so smoothly. Our guests commented on how our wedding coordinator was present but not “overly noticeable”. We never had to look for her because she was always right where we needed her when we needed her!
We took the chairlift for our first look and photos with our children. The just married sign they attached to our chair provided a great opportunity for photos!!
The Claybrook courtyard provided a beautiful setting for our ceremony and the sun decided to appear just in time.
Definitely consider the umbrella bar outside of Rumbles for your cocktail hour if weather permits. The venus is just so beautiful, we were happy our guests got to experience so many areas throughout the weekend.
Rumbles was the perfect venue! The staff were incredibly attentive and FUN!! Our guests raved about the food! If you are considering something other than a sit down dinner, they did a great job with appetizer selections. The mountain kale salad was a big hit. We added in a prime rib slider carving station which was great and don’t sleep on having a grilled cheese station for late night!!! What a fun much appreciated addition to the menu that our guests truly appreciated toward the end of the evening.
All in all, a fantastic experience with Sugarbush. We highly recommend!!
Deirdre G
5.0
8/30/2023
We absolutely loved having our wedding at Sugarbush! We got married August 5th and the entire Sugarbush team made our dreams come true. Our event coordinator, Molly, was so organiz...
ed and did not miss a thing! She curated an entire timeline for us and made decision-making so easy with recommendations and advice. The planning process was so smooth as mostly everything is in-house (food, beverage, linens, etc.) The only outside vendors we needed were photography, music, and hair/makeup for the girls. The staff at the hotel on site were SO accommodating and our guests loved staying there. We took the chairlift up to our ceremony and the lift attendants made sure all of guests felt safe and had fun! We also had our Rehearsal Dinner, Welcome Party, and Sunday Brunch all at the base of the mountain. It was so nice to have everything in one spot so no traveling around. We cannot recommend this venue enough, it's a gorgeous location and the staff alone is worth every penny.
Katie G
5.0
8/29/2023
We had our wedding at Sugarbush in August '23 and could not recommend it more! Amanda brought such structure and calmness to the entire process from the moment we started working w...
ith her. We had a big wedding (200 guests) and some tricky weather to contend to - but the Sugarbush team made everything fun & easy so we could really enjoy our day. Genuinely nice people who really care about delivering an unforgettable experience.
Response from Sugarbush Resort on 08/29/2023
Katie, thank you so much for your kind words! We were so lucky to have been a part of your...
special day and that Amanda, and our team here, were able to provide such a memorable experience for you both, rain or shine! We look forward to welcoming you back soon and hope to see you on the slopes this winter!! XOXO The Sugarbush Wedding Team
Caleigh S
5.0
7/10/2023
We had our wedding at Sugarbush on 6/24/23 and it was absolutely incredible - everything I had hoped it would be and more. I would highly recommend Sugarbush as a wedding venue!
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irst, I would give a shoutout to our Event Coordinator, Alyssa. I am not a planner by nature, and the idea of wedding planning felt daunting and stressful to me. Alyssa made it feel easy, seamless, and fun. She was extremely helpful throughout the wedding planning process. During our wedding weekend, from the Welcome Party through the goodbye Brunch, and particularly throughout the entire wedding day, Alyssa was present, thoughtful, responsive, took charge when needed to give clear direction to vendors, and took care of every little detail. I felt like I could relax, enjoy, and go with the flow, which honestly meant the world to me as someone who is easily stressed out by all the plans and details that go into a wedding. I was able to let go of any stress and just have (so much!!) fun!
The venue is gorgeous - you can't beat getting married surrounded by those beautiful VT mountains! Sugarbush Resort transforms into an absolutely gorgeous event space in the summer. The Gate House Lodge where I've had so many mid-day ski lunches becomes the most beautiful space for dinner and dancing. We had originally planned to do a mountain ceremony, taking the chairlift up. It rained on our wedding day, which is many brides' worst nightmare, but the rain somehow made the whole day even more fun! Sugarbush has an immaculate rain plan. The rain plan they have for the ceremony is absolutely gorgeous, and it felt SO fun to party in the rain together in such a gorgeous space! I can't stress enough how grateful I was for such a flawless rain plan, as I've had friends so disappointed by the rain plans at their venues when weather turned out disappointing. I can confidently say that a wedding at Sugarbush is just as beautiful and fun in the rain as it would be in the sun.
Also important to mention:
- Almost all our guests stayed at Clay Brook, where the rooms were beautiful and so well-kept. They were all very pleased with their accommodations. All the Sugarbush staff are friendly, warm, and welcoming.
- The bartenders were awesome, and the food and service was great. We opted for the most affordable open bar option, as well as the most affordable dining option, and can confidently say that the "most affordable" options included a great selection of alcohol and meal options. If you do an "after party," we recommend getting the wood-fired pizza - our guests loved it!
- If you're looking to do a Welcome Party, we highly recommend having it at Castlerock Pub (right on the resort, very conveniently located), as we did! The weather that night was beautiful, so we were able to gather inside and outside in the courtyard, which was awesome. They provide games like cornhole and firepits to sit around once it gets dark. The Welcome Party was one of my favorite parts of the whole weekend!
- If you're looking for a goodbye brunch, we recommend hosting it at Rumble's (also conveniently located on the resort). The brunch buffet was great!
- Our guests loved how easily accessible everything was, as did we! It was awesome to have all the weekend events right on the resort, so close to where all our guests were staying at Clay Brook! It made the weekend feel extra fun and special, like all 130 of us were on an awesome vacation together.
Response from Sugarbush Resort on 08/29/2023
Wow!! What a beautiful note!! Thank you so much for all the kind words, and the shout-outs...
to Alyssa, we 100% agree!! We are so happy you took advantage of all the resort and area has to offer and made it a complete wedding weekend! Your rain photos were absolutely stunning and really showed us the nothing can rain on your parade 'or love' :). We were so honored to have been a party of your special day and we cannot wait for you to come back and visit us soon!
XOXO The Sugarbush Wedding Team
Chelsea F
5.0
1/12/2023
10/10 would do it again! Sugarbush is our home away from home all winter long. Naturally, we decided to host our wedding at our favorite mountain without any hesitation! From the ...
moment we inquired, Molly was extremely friendly, professional, responsive, and informative. Believe it or not, we booked Sugarbush as our wedding venue before we were engaged (really took a leap of faith, to say the least). Molly guided us every step of the way with grace and patience. Alyssa became our coordinator later in the process, and the transition was seamless. Alyssa jumped right in! She took initiative, accommodated all our requests (big or small - within reason, of course!), and made the planning process effortless. Alyssa was clear and consistent in her communication and ensured no detail was overlooked. The best decision I made was also having her as the day of coordinator! We got married on October 15, 2022. Our rehearsal dinner and welcome party took place at our favorite après ski spot, Castle Rock Pub. We had a mountain top ceremony at the top of the Gate House chairlift and our cocktail hour/reception was at the Gate House Lodge. We ended our big day at Castle Rock for an after-party! We could not have dreamed of a more beautiful day (and yes, the weather/foliage was picture perfect)! From Molly & Alyssa, the hotel staff, kitchen staff, servers, and bartenders (shout out to John and Laurie) the Sugarbush team took exceptional care of us! Needless to say, everything went off without a hitch and exceeded our expectations and was SO much fun! We are very grateful for the entire Sugarbush team for making our dream wedding a reality. If you’re looking for a Vermont venue with a beautiful property, incredible views, competent and thoughtful staff members, and an unforgettable experience - Sugarbush is the place for you!
Response from Sugarbush Resort on 08/29/2023
We cannot believe we are almost coming upon a year since your magical day!! We hope you ha...
ve been enjoying your first year as newlyweds! We are so happy to have been a part of your wedding weekend and we cannot wait to see you back on the slopes this winter. XOXO The Sugarbush Wedding Team
Susannah F
5.0
9/19/2022
Sugarbush was our dream wedding venue from the start... I don't even know where to begin!
- Molly and Amanda are super stars!
- Helpful, informative, and responsive from the star...
t of communications, organizing tasting(s), staying on top of due dates, etc.
- An incredibly fun welcome party with excellent apps and drinks (shotski included) the night before at rumbles
- Sugarbush helped me coordinate wedding morning yoga with an instructor from the SB health club - 25 ish people came and it was so wonderful
- The mountain top meadow ceremony is epic, so worth it. Our guests were truly thrilled to be riding the chairlift to the ceremony and the flow and organization of it all went so smoothly.
- they had apps and drinks ready for my spouse and I when we got down from the chair lift so we could eat a bit before all the mingling - such a nice touch
- the apps were delicious!! the food was awesome - we did veg ravioli, beef/filet mignon, and crabcakes. Didn't love the chicken options at our tasting but fell in love with the crabcakes - don't overlook them!
- Sugarbush team - Molly and Amanda and the bartenders, servers, chairlift operators, were all so friendly, organized, kept things moving!
- We did bring in our own vendor/equipment for: lighting, (so we could turn off main overheads and have really specific lighting, especially in summer time) sound (it is a huge room to fill, you may want to consider extra sound system) , a bigger bar that was closer to the tables/dance floor, and additional bar/tables for the cocktail hour. Brought some of our own decor for walls too. We also worked with Sugarbush to obtain some other wines we wanted to serve beyond their standard list and they were happy to help us with this.
- a huuuge plus about Sugarbush is that you can party until midnight!! We looked at many places in the MRV and most had you shutting down at 9 or 9:30, maybe 10 or moving to an afterparty and or turning down music. Love that we weren't limitted by this at Sugarbush
- We had a lovely buffet brunch for our guests on Sunday at Rumbles - huge hit and the food was great!
- cannot beat being able to have everyone or everyone who wanted to stay at Claybrook and other mountain-walkable condo locations. Our guests loved being in the area for the weekend and all the Sugarbush and Warren and Waitsfield have to offer!
100% recommend getting married at Sugarbush!
Response from Sugarbush Resort on 11/11/2022
Susannah, thank you so much for all your kind words and detailed review!! It was such a pl...
easure working with you and seeing your vision come to life!! It was truly magical. We are so happy to have been a part of your special day! We hope to see you again soon! XOXO Sugarbush Wedding Team
Shawna F
5.0
9/05/2022
Sugarbush is a great place to get married. We love Vermont and loved having our first look on the mountain. What’s great about Sugarbush is they have different wedding packages to ...
accommodate your day. We only had 30 guests and loved that we didn’t have to stress about all the vendors. They have a restaurant, the flowers and cake were included in the package took. It was very easy to plan our big day. The food was amazing! All my guests can’t stop talking about how great everything was from the food to the hotel! Our wedding coordinator Alyssa was amazing! She was there every step of the way and on our wedding day she was a huge help and everything went stress free and perfect with her! We would 100% recommend sugarbush for your big day. We were all so impressed!
Response from Sugarbush Resort on 11/11/2022
Thank you so much, Shawna for sharing your thoughtful words. What a beautiful and intimate...
day that was!! We love that our micro-wedding package was just what you were looking for, and that Alyssa was able to make your planning process so relaxing!! We wish you and Dan a lifetime of love and happiness, and we hope to see you again in the future! XOXO Sugarbush Wedding Team
Nicole G
5.0
7/28/2022
Where to begin?! We got married at Sugarbush last weekend and are still talking about what an incredible experience we had. The venue speaks for itself -- it's gorgeous, everything...
is on-site, and there are tons of great things for guests to do nearby. The food was fantastic (we did a plated dinner with vegetable ravioli, beef with mushroom sauce, and mustard maple chicken as our options and have heard rave reviews from our guests about all of them). Amanda was our coordinator and was an absolute dream to work with. She was incredibly organized, responsive, and has such a calming presence which helped so much during such a chaotic day! Multiple people from our families and wedding party were commenting on how great she is and we couldn't agree more. I could truly go on for days about Sugarbush and how it was everything we dreamed of for our wedding day. Can't recommend them enough!
Response from Sugarbush Resort on 11/11/2022
Aww, thank you Nicole for your kind words! We are so happy to hear that Amanda was able to...
put you at ease and you did not have to worry about a thing on your special day! It was such a pleasure working with you and Josh, and we wish you all the best! We will see you on the slopes this winter! Xoxo Sugarbush Wedding Team
Kate M
5.0
7/06/2022
Sugarbush is your ultimate destination for a wedding weekend. Liz, our coordinator, made planning a wedding from Texas a breeze. From our initial video call, to check lists, and ...
worksheets, she was able to understand our vision and execute it flawlessly. The ability to host all of our friends and family from out of state at one place, all weekend, in such beautiful accommodations was a dream. Our guests also raved about the food!! All of the staff at Sugarbush - from the catering team to the hotel reception - were extremely friendly, flexible, and accommodating all weekend. We had such a stress free weekend and were able to have a blast everyday.
Response from Sugarbush Resort on 11/11/2022
Kate, we are so happy that you and Ian celebrated your wedding weekend here with us, and t...
hat Liz was able to make it such a smooth process for you!! Hands down you had one of the most memorable wedding entrances Sugarbush has ever seen! You were both so wonderful to work with and we wish you nothing but the best! Xoxo Sugarbush Wedding Team
Morgan P
5.0
7/02/2022
We couldn’t have imagined a more magical place to have our October 2021 wedding than at Sugarbush Resort! It checked all of our boxes and once we visited - we knew nowhere else cou...
ld compare. All of our guests were able to stay on site, making it a whole weekend event! Our coordinator, Katie, and her team went above and beyond to help make the planning process easy (we lived in Boston at the time), and ensured everything went as planned the entire weekend. Our wedding day was absolutely perfect & we couldn’t have done it without Katie! We would recommend Sugarbush to anybody looking for a dream Vermont wedding…and would get married there all over again (x10) if we could ♥️
Response from Sugarbush Resort on 07/05/2022
Thank you so much Morgan, for your kind words! We had such a pleasure working with both yo...
u and Nick last year and navigating through Covid together. To see it all come together for you both was magical! It was a beautiful late October day and we are honored to have been able to play a small part in it. We are so excited to see you both on resort so soon now that your officially Vermonters!
XOXO
Sugarbush Wedding Team
Daisy G
4.0
6/22/2022
We loved our Sugarbush wedding! The pre-planning support was great and the day-of support from Liz & Molly were amazing. If you are looking for a venue where your guests can stay (...
in very nice rooms) and all events to be in walking distance - this is the place! The food was really great, too! The only not so great things about working with Sugarbush is that it is very corporate and policy heavy. There is little room for concessions or negotiations when contracting/planning. Overall we had a fantastic day with all of the staff and would highly recommend this venue for any couples looking to get married in VT!
Response from Sugarbush Resort on 07/05/2022
Thank you so much Daisy! It was so much fun planning together the last few months and seei...
ng your dream come a reality! We can't stop thinking about those ice cream sandwiches and beautiful mountain views from ceremony. Your wedding will forever go down as one of our favorite days. Looking forwarding to seeing you two this winter!
XOXO Sugarbush Wedding Team
Devyn L
5.0
6/14/2022
I would highly recommend choosing Sugarbush for your wedding venue! My husband and I are from the area, however much of our family is not and Sugarbush is a great destination for t...
hose visiting Vermont.
Being able to host an entire wedding weekend on the resort allowed us to relax and be able to spend time with many of our friends and family members, which we would likely not have been able to do had we chosen a venue that was not as accommodating or did not provide as many options for lodging, rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, etc.
We had an amazing experience with Molly as our wedding coordinator! She was timely, organized, knowledgeable, accommodating, and had a huge part in making sure our entire weekend was stress free. She was in touch with us months before the wedding to start the planning process, she coordinated with all of our vendors for the day of so that we didn’t have to, and she made sure that everything on our wedding day went perfectly and looked beautiful!
The staff members at Claybrook as well as the other resort condos were friendly and made sure we felt more than welcome.
The service during our welcome party at Rumbles and at our reception was wonderful! Everyone was very pleasant and made sure our guests were having a great time and had everything they needed.
And on top of all of that the food was great!!
Sugarbush is a great venue and I don’t believe anyone who chooses this for their wedding will leave disappointed.
Response from Sugarbush Resort on 07/05/2022
Thank you so much for this Devyn! It was so nice working with both you and your families, ...
over the past few months. Such a perfect wedding to kick off our 2022 Wedding season. We were so honored to host your big day!! We hope to see you on the mountain this winter. Cheers!
XOXO
Sugarbush Wedding Team
Meaghan C
5.0
5/18/2022
I highly recommend hosting your wedding at Sugarbush! The planning process was clearly communicated and smooth from the early stages right up until day of decisions. Abby specific...
ally was so helpful with all of the planning and listening to our ideas and incorporating our wishes into the weekend. But the entire team at Sugarbush is just fantastic! Our entire wedding weekend, from arrival to leaving (with tears!) was completely magical. We had a day of ceremony change due to weather, but the team was so great about figuring out the changes, setting up the new location, and communicating with guests. They even arranged for my husband and I to take a lift ride to get the photos we were really hoping for! Speaking of guests, almost a year later and our guests are still raving about our wedding. The food is fantastic, the staff is so friendly and helpful, the venue is so beautiful. We have heard all these compliments and more. We were fortunate to spend the entire weekend at the Claybrook along with most of our guests, which we can't recommend enough. Again, our guests have had nothing but wonderful things to say about their stays as well. My husband and I are returning for our anniversary this summer because we just loved it so much. Book your wedding at Sugarbush, you wont regret it!!
Response from Sugarbush Resort on 11/11/2022
We are so sorry for the delay in responding, Meaghan, but we wanted to thank you for takin...
g the time to write such a beautiful and detailed review! We are so happy to hear that you and Greg are still reliving the wonderful memories from your special day! We had such a blast celebrating with you - rain and all! :) We wish you both all the best, and look forward to welcoming you back again in the years to come! XOXO Sugarbush Wedding Team
Katie G
5.0
10/12/2021
My husband and I had our "micro-wedding" at Sugarbush on 10/3/21 and we could not be happier with our choice to get married there. Abby was our wedding coordinator and she could no...
t have been more thoughtful, organized, efficient, and comforting. The weather on our day was not the best, and Abby did her absolute best to make sure that our wedding day was still everything we ever dreamed of. On a day that could have been very stressful, Abby helped everything run smoothly and seamlessly so that we were able to enjoy every moment. Instead of a reception, our micro-wedding included a dinner at Rumble's afterwards. The staff was incredibly kind, attentive, and thoughtful. The food was delicious and our guests enjoyed themselves immensely. The resort rooms are absolutely gorgeous! We are so grateful to Abby and everyone at Sugarbush for giving us a wedding day that surpassed all of our dreams by far. I would HIGHLY recommend getting married there!
Marguerite S
4.0
9/13/2021
I'd give it 5 stars if Abby the wedding coordinator had been there the entire time, Abby became the main contact for us a bit later in the wedding planning process and ever since s...
he was our contact everything was communicated timely and professionally, she is absolutely a pleasure to work with and I felt we (my planner, my husband and our guests) were in great hands.
Sugarbush was absolutely beautiful. The staff at claybrooks front desk and the cleaning staff were so accommodating and greeted everyone with a smile. The rooms are expensive but you get what you pay for, the rooms have great views, they're gorgeous and homey.
There was a lot for guests to do, the pool, the hot tub, chair lifts to see foliage, the rumbles bistro for meals and drinks. Warren is a cute town to visit if you have time.
The food at the reception and passed OD were delicious, our tasting was an amazing experience. The servers and bartenders were awesome and so friendly. Also so attentive and professional. Everything felt safe with the pandemic in mind.
Thank you to everyone at Sugarbush and Claybrook for a wonderful wedding weekend. Thank you so much Abby, you're awesome. (My wedding planner from Yourplanaevents was also the best I could ever ask for).
Beth R
5.0
10/19/2020
Is it possible to give 6/5 stars??? I don't even know where to begin with how wonderful our experience with Sugarbush was. When we first looked at venues, I had reservations about ...
a ski resort, but after meeting with Andrea for 10 minutes we were sold. I can honestly say that booking with Sugarbush was the best decision we made.
As an LGBTQ couple, we found that most venues accepted us, but on a superficial level. This was not the case with Sugarbush. They not only welcomed us, but actively embraced us as a couple. They are the only venue in the area that has taken courses about diversity in the wedding industry, and it was obvious that they strived to incorporate inclusiveness into their foundation. We felt genuinely welcomed at every interaction.
We booked our date a year and a half in advanced for Oct 2020. When the pandemic hit, our plans changed weekly with the uncertainty of the crisis. Trying to plan a wedding during a pandemic adds an extra level of stress, but Sugarbush was the most flexible and accommodating out of all our vendors by far. They worked with us ever step of the way to adjust our plans from a large ceremony to an intimate micro wedding. They went above and beyond to make sure that we not only had a safe, Covid compliant celebration, but one that was perfect in every way.
The resort itself is beautiful. Having our guests stay onsite and having everything we needed right there made it easy. The wedding itself was simply perfect! We took the chairlift and had our first look on the top of the mountain, and there has never been a better setting. The food was INCREDIBLE, the ceremony site was GORGOUS, the reception was UNBELIEVEABLE!
Abby was so easy to work with and kept us on track (which is no easy task). We must have planned our wedding six-times over and could not have made it through without her. She was diligent, creative, responsive, caring, and organized. Every idea we had for the wedding; she found a way to make it happen. The weekend of the wedding, Andrea had everything running smoothly, even with a very last-minute schedule change. I had absolutely nothing to worry about on the big day. By the end of it all, these two felt more like family. We had so many challenges, even without the pandemic, and simply could not have done it without them. We were in amazing hands!
I cannot speak high enough of every staff member at Sugarbush. Devin in reservations handled last minute changes without issue. Joshua at the front desk made sure everything was arranged for us. The service at the reception and at Rumbles was amazing. The housekeeping staff was friendly and interactive. Everyone was kind, professional, and helpful. I could go on all day about how amazing everything was. Thanks for everything!!! My wife and I are still on thrilled about the experience, and we plan to keep returning to Sugarbush in the future.
Molly H
5.0
7/29/2020
I'll start by saying that I'm not actually married yet, and my wedding has not taken place. Because of COVID, my fiance and I made the difficult decision to postpone our 2020 weddi...
ng to 2021. The stress of having to resign vendor contracts, find new vendors that weren't available on our new date, hunt down refunds, and shell out more money when needed has left us feeling drained. The only shining light throughout all of this has been our decision to book with Sugarbush.
Andrea and Abigail have been communicative, kind, and understanding throughought this entire process. They made informed decisions, but were flexible with us when we made the decision to postone. If you are questioning booking with Sugarbush, I'm telling you not to hesitate. When you book with them, you're not only getting the gorgeous views and incredible indoor reception spaces, you're getting a team of people who genuinely want to make your day special and stress-free. They've handled the economical and social distress of the pandemic with grace and professionalism, and I cannot reccomend them enough.
john a
5.0
9/23/2019
Sugarbush Resort
We had the opportunity to create the joyous occasion of our daughter’s wedding at the Sugarbush resort facility on Sep 14, 2019. The venue was selected by our daug...
hter & fiancé after looking at 8-10 venues in NH and VT. We do have close ties going back several decades as prior homeowners and our children learned to ski at Sugarbush so we were pleased they chose that location.
The beauty and proximity of the mountains and the lovely base lodge with multiple options for welcome parties, cocktail parties, receptions, and after parties, including patios and firepits weighed heavily in the decision. The food tasting clinched it. The food & appetizer options are fantastic. There were also some great options for “off-site” rehearsal dinners within a few miles. Claybrook was a big hit as well since it provided high quality, local lodging minimizing the need for transportation.
The key decision point was meeting the staff who would be handling the wedding planning and arrangements. Our daughter had a very specific vision of how things should happen. Andrea Cheney the Wedding Events Manager and her team did a wonderful job of translating that vision into reality. They also were key in attaining some high-quality vendors functioning in support roles for flowers, photography, wedding cakes and other key details. As a Dad, I have learned that no wedding is simple! So, having a quality team behind you is essential both for flawless execution as well as peace of mind along the way. Andrea and her team delivered throughout the process and the actual wedding day was perfect. We have a great deal of respect for her knowledge and her ability to stay calm and focused. Many thanks are in order!
The whole Claybrook/Gatehouse facility with the new improved patios and beautiful landscaping, restaurant & pubs is just lovely as well as versatile. Sugarbush hit a home run with this capability and we got to enjoy it once again recently from a different perspective… since it was the location of our 50Th Norwich University reunion. Once again, a home run by all accounts.
I can’t say enough about the staff at our wedding. Starting with Andrea and including everyone that had any role… from waitstaff, to bartenders, and the behind the scenes support. The food was amazing so the whole kitchen staff shined at the welcome party, pre reception cocktail party, reception and even the after-party. It was simply a well-run, professional operation.
Our family is extremely grateful for the effort behind our amazing wedding and wish everyone great success in the years to come. We love Sugarbush and will always have very special, fond memories of Mindy & Dan’s wedding on Sept. 14, 2019. Thank you!
Alison B
1.0
7/16/2019
Absolute nightmare. The coordinator here dodged us for over 1 month as we tried to place our deposit down on the date that was promised for us. After weeks of attempting to reach h...
er she finally called back to inform us she had double booked that day.
Now- I don’t have as big an issue with the scheduling mishap as that is frustrating but does happen. What is absolutely unforgivable is that she avoided us for weeks, leaving us positively scrambling to find another venue in time to even get married the year we want.
This is by far one of the worst customer service experiences I have ever had under any category in my life.
Response from Sugarbush Resort on 07/23/2019
Hi Jake,
We are sorry your experience scheduling your wedding has been frustrating for yo...
u. We’re surprised to hear you felt we avoided you for overr a month considering we always try to be very clear on communication timing. Our records indicate we were in contact with you at least once every two weeks. We are delighted you chose Sugarbush Resort when visiting on June 16th. At that time you were provided 5 dates; one of which was communicated there was a strong possibility the date would not be available. July 1st you contacted the resort to book your wedding and were subsequently told we would be in touch to confirm details and verify availability regarding your preferred date and other options. On July 15th you were contacted and advised your first choice was not available and we offered several other 2020 dates. As a highly sought after wedding venue, we are filling in our 2020 weekend dates and would be happy to work with you based on our availability. We’d be more than happy to discuss this further with you. You can reach out to Diane Forester, Director of Sales at 802-583-4284 or dforester@sugarbush.com.
Mercedes C
5.0
5/13/2019
I am so happy I got married at Sugarbush. This resort is in my home town, but it was an easy choice. I started working with Andrea, and she is amazing, sending me rooming lists whe...
never I ask (which was alot :) ). Then I turned over to Calli Willette. I couldn't of asked for a better Wedding Venue Planner for our wedding. She made my whole wedding day incredibly smooth. I could rave all day about Calli. THANK YOU CALLI! Shout out to the kitchen staff, they made the food so amazing!! So many people were raving about the food after the event! I would also like to thank the bartenders for putting up with my drinking crowd! Honestly, if you are looking to get married at Sugarbush, just do it! You won't be disappointed.
Matt M
5.0
9/16/2018
Fantastic lodging option for anyone getting married in the Mad River Valley. Our group stayed in Claybrook Hotel and area condos and everyone was thrilled with the rooms. Andrea is...
the best person to work with, we highly recommend her. We also had our rehearsal dinner here and rented out Castlerock Pub for the evening. Lots of fun, thank you Andrea & team!
Mackenzie J
5.0
8/21/2018
Our decision to have our wedding at Sugarbush Resort was the best decision my husband and I made! We are from out of state and the thought of planning a wedding from afar seemed d...
aunting. I could not have been more wrong! The staff at Sugarbush is incredible and so organized. Our wedding planner, Calli, was there every step of the way during our planning process and when it came to our wedding weekend she had everything so organized and under control that I was able to completely enjoy everything with no stress. Not to mention, the venue is absolutely beautiful and there are so many amenities for out of town guests to enjoy. I would highly recommend Sugarbush for anyone considering a Vermont wedding. It was worth every penny!
Katie P
5.0
10/20/2017
My sister had her wedding at Sugarbush a few years ago and had an absolutely wonderful experience, so when my husband and I got engaged it was a no brainer that we would use the sa...
me venue.
I must say our experience was a bit different than hers. There were quite a few hiccups in our planning process (the date we requested to be held was accidentally given away to another couple prompting a complete change in our timing, and the venue we wanted (Timber's restaurant) was renovated and no long appropriate for a wedding reception, among many smaller things), however I think the test of a venue is not what goes wrong but how they handle it. In every instance Sugarbush handled the situation as professionally, quickly, and thoroughly as one could ask for. In the end, we had a fantastic wedding in the most beautiful location I can think of.
Our wedding coordinator, Calli, gets her own paragraph in this review because she is *absolutely amazing.* Sugarbush is so so lucky to have her. We did most of our planning from a distance (we live down in Boston) and Calli was always available for phone calls and extremely quick to respond to e-mails so we always felt taken care of. In the days leading up to the wedding Calli was amazing at helping me to be sure all my t's were crossed and i's dotted, and every detail had been taken care of. She and her team went above and beyond to insure the room looked amazing for our reception. They assembled all the decorations we brought over precisely, and added to the ambiance with additional candles and decorations that perfectly fit the vision I was going for. Throughout the reception I was repeatedly complemented by our guests on how every possible detail had been thought of, and that was 100% due to Calli. She really took my vision and made it come to life 1,000 times better than I could have done alone. Beyond her obvious skill and coordinating and actually conducting events, Calli has the perfect demeanor for her job. She is so calm, organized and personable that every conversation with her I would come in feeling a little scattered, and leave feeling very calm and sure that everything would be taken care of.
Thank you so so much Calli and Sugarbush! We had a great time.
Allison R
5.0
9/13/2017
The Sugarbush venue was absolutely beautiful and my day of coordinator through the venue kept everything organized and running according to plan. We chose to get married on top of ...
the mountain using the ski lift to get there and I could not have asked for a more perfect place.
Jaclyn H
5.0
9/08/2017
Best wedding ever - every single aspect was perfect! Chairlift ceremony was unbelievable - our guests loved it. Reception was very well put together, delicious food, the coordin...
ator Callie Willette is amazing - she ensured everything went off without a hitch and was very supportive through the process. Sugarbush is lucky to have her, as were we!!
ASHLEY T
5.0
2/07/2017
Having our wedding at Sugarbush Resort was exactly what we were looking for! We got married end of August and could not have asked for 1) better weather but most importantly 2) th...
e best wedding coordinator. After we locked in the venue with Andrea, we were soon passed off to Calli for the remainder of the year until our wedding date. Calli has the perfect demeanor and personality for being a wedding coordinator. She is so calm, easy to work with, always answered our questions in detail, and made our big day run smoothly. Since we live in NYC, and weren’t able to come up often, it was nice having Calli be so responsive and easy to speak with when we had questions throughout the year – it put our minds at ease. I felt like she was always right by our side, and made us feel very confident that everything would run well. The staff throughout the weekend was also very accommodating. My dad and brother had an issue with their air conditioning and the hotel immediately put them in a better/larger room for no extra charge. It was little stuff like that, which made everyone’s stay so pleasant! Guests were also able to enjoy the area of Warren and activities on/around the mountain. We highly recommend this venue! From the weather, to the staff, the food (which we had so many compliments on by our guests), to the late night pizza cart, the ceremony at the top of the mountain, to the rehearsal the night before and brunch the day after, not one thing went wrong. It was honestly the most perfect weekend and all of our guests had an absolute blast. We owe our big day going so well to Calli. I cannot say enough great things about her – we were just so pleased.
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