Heartfelt Reviews

Thoughtful remarks from Brides, Grooms, and Guests...

We got married in July 2017. Right away, we were treated like family. All through the planning process towards the big day, Lincoln and Judi helped us with everything; even joking that after this [the wedding] is all said and done, we would be on each other’s Christmas card lists.
We arrived on Rehearsal Day and Judi greeted us with a big hug- excited to share our day with us. Judi helped ease and calm nerves, while Lincoln moved and then rearranged the venue exactly how we wanted it, happy to do so. Thus, making our rehearsal a breeze followed by a beautiful dinner underneath a picturesque lighted bridge.
Our Wedding Day was exactly how we imagined. Every little girl dreams about her wedding day; cutting out pictures out of Brides magazine, dreaming of being a princess-only to make it a reality as an adult. Our wedding was a quintessential Montana wedding complete by a beautiful cabin in the backdrop; elk horns above a river rocked fireplace; a barn where you’d find cowboy hats swirling, boots dancing, and a steal guitar playing; all underneath a wide-open starlit sky.
We want to thank Lincoln and Judi from the bottom of our hearts for opening up their ranch, and creating the most perfect day! The best blessing of 2017!
Lindsay (Bride)

Words do not effectively describe the magical and amazing weekend that Judi, Lincoln and family created for us at Quaking Aspen Ranch. Our Wedding weekend lasted over 4 days and each day was full of incredible food and fun activities. White water rafting, riding horses, dance lessons, and shooting competitions only cover a few! Our vision was a camp/barn style outdoor Wedding and this location was that and so much more! The large log style home on the property was stunning and perfect for housing many of our guests.
With 4 months to plan, we could not have put together this event without the help of Judi and Lincoln. They thought of and did everything for us, both in planning stages and throughout our weekend. I was the most relaxed Bride and spent the whole time enjoying my friends and family.
Judi and Lincoln made everything look and feel effortless while also making everyone feel like part of their family. I cannot say enough about how incredible our time at Quaking Aspen Ranch was. All of our guests were blown away by the amazing location, weekend of activities, and the beautiful Wedding. They each said they had never seen or been part of such an incredible Wedding and we all left feeling closer than ever!
We cannot thank Judi, Lincoln, and their family enough! Thank you for making us feel at home and sharing in our special moments. All of your hard work, special touches, and thoughtfulness did not go unnoticed.
We will definitely be back!
Athena & Jarret (Bride and Groom)

It was the BEST. We had an absolutely wonderful time. There wasn't one bad meal, they were tasty, not run of the mill, served on time by gracious hosts.
I was worried because the bride and groom did most of it from Florida. I kept hoping it would turn out for their special day, not only did it turn out but was over the top! Several guests said it was the best wedding they ever went to. Thanks to Judi, Lincoln, and their crew. I would not hesitate to hold another event at Quaking Aspen Ranch.
Vicky (Mother of the Groom)

Quaking Aspen Ranch has been a truly magical place to hold a wedding. Working with Lincoln and Judi to map out and then implement wedding plans could not have been any easier. Lincoln, Judi and their staff prepared and served an outstanding and delicious reception dinner for our guests.
The Ranch has all the modern conveniences of home, so many lovely places to hold the ceremony and reception, and the cornucopia of the local Montana to wander through and explore. Be it a local or "destination" wedding, I cannot recommend Quaking Aspen Ranch highly enough. It was everything my daughter wanted, and more. And for you fathers out there, it is quite affordable; the value for money is excellent!
Martin (Father of the Bride)

My husband and I were so lucky to have gotten married here. Judi and Lincoln had the best advice, suggestions, and know how to make this wedding such a success. They always had answers and ideas for every thought and question we had.They really took our vision and make it into our perfect wedding day. To top it off their cooking was worth every penny! When I look back now our wedding was truly effortless and their hard work is very appreciated.
Jon (Groom)

Take a look at the pictures... they don't even come close to how beautiful of a venue this is. The lodge is absolutely breathtaking; rustic and plenty of room for our guests. The pond is where we had our ceremony was perfect for what we needed. The river that runs through is gorgeous and calming. We had the reception in the barn and, again, so perfect for the rustic theme we wanted. And the hosts... Lincoln and Judi are amazing. They are the nicest couple you'll ever meet. Their experience was extremely helpful and appreciated. They were incredibly nice and professional. I would 100% recommend this place to anyone and everyone.
Nick (Groom)

I don't even know where to begin with this review there are so many things that I could write, but then it would be a book. My husband and I got married at the Quaking Aspen Ranch on August 12th, 2017 and we couldn't have asked for a better place to do it. We got engaged in Oct. 2016 and immediately began doing plans with Judi and Lincoln. From day one, they were able to work with us to meet our needs and offer suggestions and guidance when we were not sure what to do. One of the biggest questions that people would ask is "how hard was it planning a wedding in a different state?" Honestly, I am able to say that because of the Quaking Aspen staff, it felt like we lived right down the road. It was so easy.
Then the wedding week was an absolute blast. Our whole wedding party was able to stay at the lodge and take part in all the great amenities the place has to offer. The rehearsal dinner on the bridge was "magical" according to several of the guests and it definitely was.
The wedding day was so fun being able to stay on location and everyone could do their own thing with no stress. The guys were well entertained while the girls got ready. The ceremony by the river is the perfect spot for great pictures and everlasting memories. And the dance in the barn was a blast!
I thought that the food deserved it's own paragraph however. Let me tell you about the food that Lincoln and Judi can make. I can honestly say I've never eaten so well at a wedding in my life. It was absolutely incredible! There is not a bad dish on their menu.
If you’re on the fence about booking this place, trust me, book the Quaking Aspen. You will get what you pay for and so much more. It is a week of memories that my husband and I and our guests will never forget. Judi and Lincoln are people we will consider friends for life!
Sidne (Bride)

One of the best experiences of our lives. The ranch did a nice job of the entire processions. Very nice outing for the whole family, we'll never forget the whole weekend. Very memorable.
David B. (Father of the Bride)

“My husband and I were married last weekend and it was everything we could ever have hoped for. The venue was absolutely beautiful with the fall colors and provided a perfect location for what we wanted! My family were able to pull out multiple RVs to camp and we were able to house our entire wedding party and family in the lodge, so it made for a weekend getaway for everyone and gave everyone a chance to get to know each other. This is something that never would have happened in a traditional in town venue that didn't provide these opportunities. The rehearsal dinner was unbelievable on the bridge with the lights and all of our guests were raving about it. We were then able to turn around and have my father and his band play in the loft of the barn after rehearsal, which was also a great kick off for the wedding that would never have happened elsewhere. The ranch has a ton of decorations for use that fit the venue perfectly and were so beautiful. It was a huge timesaver and money saver to us to be able to use their decor. The food was to die for, all of our guests were raving about how delicious it smelled all day and how wonderful it tasted. Judi was extremely flexible and was willing to make whatever we wanted- including breakfast for dinner for our rehearsal! She and Lincoln were Very professional, but also felt like a part of the family by the end of the weekend. We could not have asked for Better hosts or a more beautiful location for our dream wedding! We have had more compliments on the venue this week than I ever knew possible! Thank you Lincoln and Judi for our perfect day. I cannot say enough great things!”
Sara and Mike (Bride and Groom)

“What a gorgeous Rocky Mountain setting! So versatile, too! The hosts were very professional and friendly!”
Don

“We got married here last weekend and it was everything we'd hoped for! Judi and Lincoln are professional and organized, and took care of many details on our day-of. The planning process was so much easier and smoother with their help. We planned our wedding from across the country and could not have done it without them and their vision. The venue is gorgeous and the food was delicious, and our favorite part was getting to spend the weekend with all of our friends and family who stayed at the Ranch with us. Just wish we had more than 2 days before it was all over!”
Joscelyn and Scott (Bride and Groom)

“I cannot say enough wonderful things about Quaking Aspen Ranch and their staff. We were fortunate enough to have our dream wedding. Lincoln and Judi were so helpful in every aspect of what we needed. We are so thankful to have found such a wonderful place and people!”
Amy and Jake (Bride and Groom)

“We had our wedding here last weekend and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of being in their beautiful home and on the grounds. The home has plenty of space with dorm style rooms. The wedding services provided by Lincoln and Judi are also top notch. Our wedding was so beautiful and as stress free as possible thanks to their help!”
Kristen and Ben (Bride and Groom)

“I am a wedding/event DJ in Billings,MT. I traveled to do a wedding at Quaking Aspen Ranch and it was the most amazing venue I have seen. I wish I would have had my wedding there.”
Justin

“Absolutely amazing! I truly got my dream wedding and reception! The property is beautiful and very well maintained. Lincoln and Judi were incredibly hands on and professional. They were straight forward about cost and options. They helped me throughout the entire wedding planning process and were on property/ready to help the day of. Their staff were friendly and attentive. I would recommend the ranch to anyone!”
Megan and Ross

“My cousin just had her wedding here last weekend. Gorgeous view, amazing hosts, and an awesome DJ. Definitely an amazing place to have a wedding. I met the owners, and they were always there for you for when you needed something. This is my top choice wedding venue for my wedding someday!”
Paddy Jo

“Thank you for helping the kids plan and carry out their perfect day! It was an amazing experience, with Judi and Lincoln being there for the kids and our families every step of the way! It is a very beautiful venue with awesome Montana picturesque views!”
Debbie (Mother of the Groom)

“Such a beautiful venue! If you're wanting a destination wedding but don't want your guests to have to fly somewhere this is the perfect compromise!”
Annie

“My brother just got married at this venue and it was nothing less than amazing! We were a very busy family of all ages! We enjoyed their superb cooking, as they cooked meals for the rehearsal and the wedding. The home was clean and the beds were very comfortable. The owners are extremely kind and accommodating to every bit of our needs! It just to be a dream but Judi and Lincoln made it a dream come true! My family will forever treasure the memories made at Quaking Aspen!”
Lorna (Sister of the Groom)