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Aly Camerlo
Aly Camerlo
Owner/Event Planner

Woman-owned

5 years in business

We speak English

2 team members

The Barn at Howard Creek Farm is a rustic wedding barn venue in Howard, Colorado. Here, you and your guests can partake in a beautiful experience when you say 'I do'. With scenic views of the Arkansas River and the 13,000-foot Twin Sister peaks of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range, you will have a gorgeous mountain backdrop for your special day.

Facilities and Capacity

The Barn at Howard Creek Farm is open for weddings in the months of May through September. This 1890s 11-acre property is a working farm, complete with hay pastures, honey bee hives, growing hops, and more. The venue can host receptions for up to 150 guests, with the barn offering 3,200 square feet of space for indoor events, as well as elegant string lighting throughout. The barn loft acts as a get-ready room for the wedding party. An attached and covered porch is perfect for enjoying the outdoors with some protection from the elements. Large double barn doors open to unify the indoor and outdoor areas, allowing you and your guests an immersive view of the mountains and forests. These views are even clearer at the outdoor ceremony site, which offers bench seating for up to 150 guests to witness your vows. They can even arrange that you arrive or leave the ceremony via a boat on the river.

Services Offered

Your wedding ceremony and reception can both be held at this venue, with customized packages available. These packages include wedding planning services, event rentals, transportation from your lodgings, and more. The location also offers an hour on a day prior to your wedding for rehearsals. The on-site planner has over 12 years of event organizing experience and can readily assist you with wedding preparations. Event rentals available include an arch, unique decor pieces, centerpiece options, and lighting arrangements. For food and drink, outside vendors can be called upon to create delicious menus. A list of preferred vendors is also available for couples to use to plan the rest of their celebration.

Location

Located in Howard, Colorado, and just a 15-minute drive from Salida, Colorado, this venue is just off US-50. Only a short drive from several mountains and national forests, guests can bask in the scenic, natural surroundings. It is also around three hours from the bustling city of Denver, offering plenty more to explore.

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Pricing information

Starting at $35,000
Couples usually spend $45,000
Reception
$10,000 starting price
Ceremony
$3,500 starting price
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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$10,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$10,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$3,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$3,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Tables

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

30

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Barn

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Elopements

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Event Planner

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Lighting
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

June
July
August
September

What months are included in your off-peak season?

May
October
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Reviews of The Barn at Howard Creek Farm

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The Barn at Howard Creek Farm receives glowing reviews for its stunning natural beauty, attentive and caring staff, and excellent service. Multiple reviewers highly recommend this venue, emphasizing its picturesque mountain views, beautiful barn setting, and the exceptional support provided by Aly and Orlin. The venue's LGBT-friendly atmosphere, charming decor, and seamless planning process with Aly's assistance are highlighted as major strengths, making it a top choice for couples seeking a charming, elegant, and unforgettable wedding experience.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Barn at Howard Creek Farm receives glowing reviews for its stunning natural beauty, attentive and caring staff, and excellent service. Multiple reviewers highly recommend this venue, emphasizing its picturesque mountain views, beautiful barn setting, and the exceptional support provided by Aly and Orlin. The venue's LGBT-friendly atmosphere, charming decor, and seamless planning process with Aly's assistance are highlighted as major strengths, making it a top choice for couples seeking a charming, elegant, and unforgettable wedding experience.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 12 reviews
Google
5/5 24 reviews
Olivia
Olivia Sent on 10/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Unforgettable wedding memories!

We had an incredible experience at Howard Creek Farm. The team was kind, attentive, and communicative throughout the entire process, making everything feel effortless. Their beautiful spaces and gracious support truly made our day unforgettable.

The natural beauty of the venue is stunning, but what really stands out is how caring and detail-oriented the staff is. If you’re looking for a venue with charm, elegance, and exceptional service, I highly recommend Howard Creek Farm!
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Michelle Sent on 05/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue!

When my husband and I first got engaged, we booked multiple venues to tour to see which one we wanted for our wedding. The Barn was the first one on our list to tour, and I was ready to cancel the other tours we had scheduled. This place is beautiful; the views, the barn, everything! We have family all over the world, so we wanted to show our family where WE live (Chaffee County), and it was just perfect. Aly and her husband are wonderful as well. We hired Aly as our Wedding Planner as well, and she is so easy to talk to and was great at giving us recommendations when we weren't sure what to do. I 10/10 recommend everything about this location. :)
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Sarah Sent on 03/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Mountain/River views by day, Milky Way views by night - 10/10 Book this venue

We had the absolute best time getting hitched at this venue. Aly helped execute on everything, including coordinating day of vendors, and it was perfect. Guests arrived via shuttles (ours stayed in Salida, no issues with 120ish folks finding places to stay - look at Blue Coyote Ranch for tons of capacity for entire wedding party/family), and it was a blast for them from start to finish. Get off shuttle, grab a drink, attend beautiful ceremony in the field with the sound of the river coming from behind and iconic mountain views in the front, cocktail hour outside enjoy the views, and then the most fun time inside the beautiful barn for dinner and dancing. Literally no negative notes.

We were worried that our guests who travelled from out of town would be annoyed by the distance haha, but seemingly 50%+ of the guests have photos from the venue as their social media pics / holiday card photos, and dang near everyone commented that the wedding venue was one of the most beautiful/fun they've ever been to. And you can see the literal Milky Way when standing in the field at night. If people weren't on the dance floor (book DJ Cyn from Denver, absolute banger after banger), they were standing in the field with a drink gazing up at the skies.

Anyway, highly recommend you book this place and work with Aly. Wouldn't change a thing about our day!
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