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Dee N. Sent on 01/19/2024ROTR - Where it's more than just a wedding!
Our daughter and her groom had sweet dreams for their 2023 New Year’s Eve Wedding centered around bringing their family and friends together from Louisville and WI, IL, CA, CO, VA, NY, & MO. Richwood on the River was the beautiful setting where their dreams came true.
This destination wedding was a home away from home experience for both of our families. From the first facetime tour with the proprietress Colleen Sutton, to the final detail meeting and all the texts, emails, and phone calls in between, she oversaw every tiny & big detail. Colleen has the finesse, experience, and foresight to handle your event like you have a best friend at your side. We required not just the space for NYE wedding reception but also the accommodations for 42 onsite guests, our rehearsal dinner, a 100-guest welcome reception, the wedding morning breakfast, and a sendoff brunch. Her attention to detail is more than her job, it’s an extension of her calling for genuine hospitality to all that visit. The inn became our home in many respects. Over 4 days, our two families bonded around the huge outdoor fireplace on several nights, broke bread together at the dining room table, and danced & celebrated as a joined family for the new year.
Holding our Welcome Reception in the main house the eve of the wedding was like welcoming all the guests into our own home. The elegant entryway and the illuminated, wreathed windows were a welcoming sight for all our out-of-town guests as they pulled up to the property. We saved the beautiful event space for a grand reveal at the wedding reception, and it was truly grand, wowing the guests with another wonderful experience.
With so, so much going on for one weekend, the schedule ran flawlessly! Colleen, staff and recommended vendors moved about discretely and efficiently. Whenever we needed something, Colleen or a staff member was there in quick response. I’m making this sound very professional when in reality Colleen and her staff were so personable it was like collaborating with family members to be sure everyone was taken care of. This allowed all of us parents the freedom to spend our time enjoy each other’s company and being present for our kids as their dreams came true. We can’t express to Colleen, with all her connections to vendors and local establishments, and all her staff, the amount of gratitude we have for blessing us with the best weekend of our lives!Richwood on the River's reply:
Dee, I am not sure where to being but I do know that thank you is not enough for all of these amazing words about Richwood and about me. This career is my passion but it is time consuming and sometimes exhausting. Carrying the weight of a families most precious memories and assisting in the creation and execution of a most important and core memory can be daunting at times. But it's what drives me to pursue perfection and I rarely settle for anything less ... from me or my staff or the vendors that I recommend. So after its all said and done and I replay each moment over in my head, trying to critique and decide if there was a better solution, a better way to do something or if I made the right decision ... getting your families reviews of how Alyse & David's wedding was a most glorious memory and one not soon forgotten ... makes it all worth while. We had hiccups. We had moments of set back. Lots of decisions and changes along the way. Laughs and maybe even some tears. BUT this wedding and planning it alongside you and Alyse will be one that I will not soon forget either. Its so bittersweet for me at the end as I have grown so close with couples and their families. When I say goodbye, there is relief of a job well done but also a feeling of sadness for I am loosing a friend. I think and feel that I will see your family here again at Richwood. Perhaps in the warmer months and we can toast poolside to memories made and lifelong friends.
Love and Light ~ Colleen Sutton / Owner-Operator Richwood on the River, LLC -
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Jan W. Sent on 11/17/2023
Attention: Fathers of the Bride
Richwood On The River
This is a note to dads. When you are building your wedding budget and looking at different venues, strongly consider Richwood On The River. Why? Colleen and facilities; Richwood gives you so much more.
Approachable, knowledgeable, wise counsel, experienced, trustworthy, engaged, always available and prompt, confident and calm and simply fun to work with are words which describe Colleen. Her determination, planning, and attention to detail is evident in the pre-event meetings. The discipline to make those meetings count is on you because she is definitely engaged. She has decades of experience as a wedding planner and now, venue owner. Every detail will be addressed. And when that day comes, her excitement builds with your daughters to make this the most beautiful and memorable day for her. Day of issues and decisions will be handled unbeknownst to you using her rich history of experience and care. It is most evident that Colleen is doing what she loves which translates into the creation of a wonderful experience in a moment of most importance.
Why Richwood? To have the entire wedding party in one place for the weekend is priceless. The facilities are excellent; the grounds expansive. This intimacy and time “away” without logistic concerns encourages laughter, fun, activities and sharing of stories which enriches the experience for all beyond measure. Fellowship around the fireplaces and during outdoor games was special and unique. So many thanked us numerous times for the experience and I firmly believe it will be a weekend they will always remember, certainly for our daughter and son-in-law.
So if I had my daughters’ day to do over again, I would without reservation and enthusiastically say….YES!! to Colleen and Richwood on the River.
Walter Warren (FOB)
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Macey W. Sent on 10/18/2023Everything I Dreamed & More for Our Wedding Weekend!
As a bride, I 100% recommend Richwood on the River! I had so many guests come up to me and say they've never been to a more beautiful and unique venue. The venue goes beyond the wedding day - the entire weekend, starting on Friday when we checked in and hung out until rehearsal, the wedding day (obviously!) and Sunday when all those staying on property were able to meet up for breakfast and share memories before checking out - was an absolute dream. To have all your favorite people staying under the same roof for the entire weekend is so special and makes everyone more present with each other; my wedding weekend will forever be a treasured memory for me and I'm so glad we booked Richwood!
Also, Colleen is such a joy to work with and makes your life SO easy, which says a lot because there are countless decisions to make as a bride! She helps you bring your dream wedding to life and makes helpful suggestions without overstepping. After speaking with friends who had weddings at other venues, I can confidently say Colleen is one of a kind and goes above & beyond for her couples! I can't speak highly enough about Richwood and Colleen - love love love! 🥰🤍 -
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Lindsey D. Sent on 10/26/2022
The wedding of my dreams
Where do I even start... Richwood was an absolute dream venue. Just look at it! Our guests are still talking about it. Colleen and her staff are truly the best! Anything we wanted or needed day or night we were never a burden. We booked this venue over a year from our date and anytime I had a question or needed advice Colleen would respond almost immediately. When I had trouble with vendors she would step in, when I had vendors cancel she was quick to suggest new ones and help me book. Richwood made our wedding weekend easy and effortless. We cannot thank them or praise them enough for every little thing they did along the way to make sure our day was special. We love Richwood 💕Richwood on the River's reply:
Lindsey~ Thank you for your kind words. We loved every moment of the planning process with you and Tyler. I was a very magical weekend and everything was as near to perfect as perfect can be. From the weather ~ to the vendors you picked ~ to your dress ... it was a dream come true for us as well. Thank you for choosing Richwood on the River and allowing us to be a part of your wedding memories. -
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Patti G. Sent on 07/25/2022Most Magical Wedding Venue
My husband and I hosted our daughters wedding at Richwood on the River last month, June 18, and all we can say is WOW! We were beyond happy. The entire experience was PERFECT. From the beginning to the end. We live just across the river, in Madison, and were so excited to welcome so many guests from all over the US to our beautiful town. Richwood was able to accomodate the bride and grooms wedding party and family for three nights. The guests enjoyed the wonderful breakfasts each morning, hung out at the pool and jacuzzi during the day and had cocktails out by the fireplace in the evening. The convenience of the bridal party being at one location, together was incredible. The grooms parents hosted the rehearsal dinner on property in the carriage house. Colleen arranged all the details and staffing to make the night a perfect kick off to the weekend. The wedding was held outside under the most spectacular tent (Advantage Rentals in Covington, KY). The catered dinner for 300 went off seamlessly. Again, Colleen and her staff orchestrated the bars, staffing, food and entertainment effortlessly. As the mother of the bride I was not burdened with one issue or detail the entire weekend. My husband and I were overwhelmed by the attention to detail, the property and the staff. We can not give this a higher review. Thank you Colleen Sutton for a memory we will never forget. Patti and DominicRichwood on the River's reply:
It truly was a magical day and one I will not soon forget. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity for you to be a guest at your daughters wedding! -
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Donna W. Sent on 04/24/2022
Amazing venue and staff
As a guest at our sons wedding Colleen and her staff went above and behind to make sure we had everything we needed. I hope we can come back soon! And Koa was an amazing mascot and greeter! Thanks again! 💗Richwood on the River's reply:
Thank you Donna ~ it was truly a blessing to play our small part in their BIG DAY.
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Kyra S. Sent on 04/25/2022Completely perfect
This venue was the most outstanding and wonderful place to get married. The people we got to work with were incredible. The owner was the sweetest and most accommodating professional we could’ve asked for. Our venue coordinators were nothing short of perfect. We could not have asked for a better place to treat out family to. Check out their Instagram and TikTok for videos of their stunning property.Richwood on the River's reply:
We simply loved every moment of your time here with us at Richwood. I remember that first call we had to talk about how we could be the perfect venue for what your vision of your wedding would be. I love that you came from out of state and truly saw what Richwood could be to you and your future husband and the amazing time you could spend with family and friends for an extended weekend. We wish you all the best in your new endeavors as a married couple. And please ~ don't be strangers.
Love Colleen, Kelsey & Lexi and the rest of the Richwood Staff -
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Gabrielle E. Sent on 01/23/2022Unforgettable Wedding Weekend at Richwood on the River
I will start by saying that no words of praise or thanks can quantify my gratitude and respect for Colleen and her unbelievable property, Richwood on the River. Ryan and I hosted our wedding party of 40 on-site all weekend, 100-person rehearsal dinner on Friday, and 250-person wedding on Saturday in October 2021. We were seeking a unique and memorable 'getaway' wedding experience and Richwood gave us exactly that while still allowing the majority of our friends and family to travel to our wedding; most coming from Cincinnati. It was truly the best of both worlds! We have an entire weekend of memories that I will cherish forever; from firepit and playing cards upon arrival Thursday, to hot coffee and breakfast with our favorite people on Friday, and of course an unbelievable wedding reception on Saturday. It was SO FUN being at one location all weekend (with the exception of our wedding mass at the beautiful St. John Carrollton); it was like a mini-vacation for our families and wedding party and such a relief not worrying about daily transportation, constant bag packing, being on time or wondering where someone is at, cleaning up rooms and houses, etc.
In addition to renting the property all weekend, we utilized ROTR bartenders, some furniture rental, china, dinnerware, décor items, and more. It was super convenient to rent direct and truthfully a big cost savings. We were able to bring in our own alcohol all weekend which, again, was a huge cost savings, and allowed us to have some fun with signature cocktails, specialty bourbon bar, etc. Madison Trolley (suggested by Colleen) shuttled 100+ guests back and forth to the new Fairfield Inn in Madison, which our guests thoroughly enjoyed.
Richwood on the River is the most beautiful canvas which allows couples to create their dream weekend. No idea or inspiration is too crazy; Colleen will help you work through it or connect you with people who can assist. Through eleven months of planning, I can confidently say that neither Ryan or I ever waited more than five minutes for a text, email or call reply from Colleen; I don't know how she does but, but she is a rockstar. Upon booking, I did not realize what an unbelievable asset Colleen was going to be, but was the glue to our entire weekend.
I could go on and on, but will summarize with this: While hosting an entire weekend, juggling dozens of vendors, and planning multiple events was a lot of work, I absolutely cannot imagine doing it anywhere else. So many brides give the advice, "enjoy it, because it goes so fast", but I never once felt that. We embraced an entire weekend of celebrations with our loved ones, and while I was sad to leave Richwood on Sunday morning, I know we'll be back for future anniversaries, getaways, or even just a Sunday afternoon drive and wave.Richwood on the River's reply:
I’m not sure I can respond adequately to your words of praise. I’m humbled reading them. My love language is WORDS OF AFFIRMATION. I do what I do with the anticipation of being remembered fondly that I assisted in my small way ~ with memories to last a lifetime. 🥰 I had such a wonderful time helping you plan your wedding weekend with us at RICHWOOD. Every detail was important to me. It was breathtaking and one I’ll remember for years to come . Please ~ please don’t be a stranger. It’s always bittersweet for me, becoming so close with my couples, & then for me to say goodbye too. Thank you again for taking the time for appreciation. It truly means the world to me. 🥰 -
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Charles M. Sent on 09/20/2021
Simply Amazing
Colleen and Lexi were absolutely amazing anticipating needs at every turn and working non stop literally every time I saw them. The grounds were in top quality shape despite having a wedding just two days earlier. The rooms offered all the comforts of home and even though we had 30 people staying there in total it never felt crowded. Plenty of space for our dog who although playful and needy lol was always treated like a paying customer. I can’t express enough how detail oriented and thoughtful Colleen was for us. I work in this industry as a executive chef and honestly can say I was impressed with all the staff and their performance. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who wants a dream wedding it was second to none -
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Payton M. Sent on 06/14/2021
Awesome Wedding and Rehearsal Weekend
We dreamed of a full wedding weekend with our bridal party at an awesome beautiful venue where no one had to leave once they showed up. We got that and more. Richwood is the absolute perfect wedding venue! Colleen and Kelsey were awesome to work with, answering all our questions big or small, morning or night. And on the day of the wedding they did not stop working, despite the (very hot) heat. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and DOG FRIENDLY. The mansion rooms were perfect for our guests who appreciate the history of the place and the cabins were spot-on for our bridal party and the young families staying with us. They have great recommendations for vendors, everything from flowers to food to photography. The staff were kind, helpful, and accommodating. We really did feel like it was ours for the weekend. The kids played in the pool, we played corn hole in the yard, and had breakfast in the mansion every morning. It was everything we wanted and we don’t even know all the things they did behind the scenes. For example, we held our rehearsal dinner on Friday with a completely different setup and linens (provided by the venue) from Saturday and the staff had it completely flipped for us to have plenty of time to reset the tables Saturday. They made our dream come true down to the smallest details we discussed during planning meetings. We can’t say enough about the small things like Kelsey repeatedly bringing water to the bride during rehearsal and keeping things moving. I HIGHLY recommend Richwood on the River as a wedding venue if you are looking for an indoor/outdoor venue with accommodations. -
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Kala Sent on 10/01/2020
Absolutely AMAZING!
Not only is this venue extremely beautiful, but the owners and the staff are what really make this venue special. Every single time I talked with them before the wedding, I walked away feeling more confident and less anxious. They are efficient, professional, flexible, competent, thoughtful, and genuinely kind people! -
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Katie B. Sent on 11/24/2020A Perfect Wedding - Pandemic Style
We fell in love with Richwood on the River the moment we saw it, and after meeting Colleen, we knew that it was where we wanted to get married. The grounds, the beautiful mansion house, rolling green hills, and the Ohio River were just the backdrop we were looking for. The interior spaces are comfortable and with all of our family coming in from out of town, we loved that we could make it a whole wedding weekend without leaving the property. We stayed for the 3 nights around the wedding and everyone at Richwood made us feel like family.
When we decided to get married in July 2020, we never could have imagined that we would be hosting a wedding in the middle of a pandemic. The presence of the Richwood team, and particularly Colleen, was comforting as we navigated the unknown in the weeks and days leading up to the big day. We wanted to take all of the necessary precautions for keeping guests safe during the pandemic and her team didn't miss a beat. Colleen’s organization is unmatched and she is able to anticipate needs and act upon them. We absolutely loved all of the recommended vendors we worked with and the Richwood team was in contact with them to make the day ran smoothly. Colleen does whatever she can to make everything special. She is pleasant to work with, professional, quick to respond, and a wonderful person all around. A million thanks to everyone at Richwood on the River - we hope to see you soon. We highly recommend Richwood on the River for any event, and wish we could get married there every year! -
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Sherry B. Sent on 06/28/2019amazing service and venue
We rented the venue for the weekend for my daughters wedding which was a large crowd. It is such a beautiful venue and accommodates a large or small crowd. The service is excellent. We would recommend to anyone for weddings or other. You will not be disappointed, Thank you for making her dreams come true -
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Cody Sent on 06/28/2019Richwood on the River
Colleen and Hannah were so patient with all of our tedious requests and questions. Between multiple days, the pool, hot tub, and the beautiful yard and landscape, our time at Richwood could not have been any more spectacular. If you want to have a wedding where you actually get to spend time with your family and enjoy a relaxing vacation all in one, Richwood is your place. I highly recommend! -
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Sierra Sent on 06/16/2019Dream wedding!
We had a smaller wedding and rented this venue for the whole weekend. It was absolutely everything we could have ever wanted. All of our guests could not get over have gorgeous and accommodating this place was. We would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and intimate wedding. Thanks so much Richwood!Richwood on the River's reply:
We loved you all so much. All of the intimate details that were meticulously planned were felt by all of your guests. We simply LOVED being a part of your BIG DAY! -
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Patric S. Sent on 06/13/2019Impeccable Experience
We had a fantastic time with our family at this venue! Colleen, the venue manager, helped us with every detail inside out. From our first point of contact seven months prior she was responsive, enthusiastic, honest, and realistic. Her staff were helpful, cooperative and accommodating on the day of our wedding. Both sides of our families can’t stop talking about how wonderful their stay was. -
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Jennifer Sent on 05/30/2019Wonderful Experience
Richwood on the River... Where to begin, first of all I am so thankful I stumbled upon this gem whilst on my search for beautiful mansions. Colleen and Nicole are who we made initial contact with to schedule our tour and complete aforementioned tour. They were very warm and inviting people. We had 100 questions (after touring 4 other venues and realizing there was often a lot of fine print and additional fees at every turn) but Nicole answered each of our questions with confidence and understanding. After realizing how much the Richwood team could help with and take off our plate we happily sent in our deposit. The lines of communication remained open in the 11 months proceeding this interaction (which for me was paramount as many vendors I came into contact with would agree to provide their services and then not respond or send a contract. Upon our arrival, Friday, Hannah and Colleen were very helpful in letting us know where to put our decor and wedding essentials. They helped up direct our guest to their rooms as the arrived and even helped my mother-in-law set up for our rehearsal dinner. On the day of the wedding Nicole and Hannah handled SO MUCH. Nicole made sure all of our vendors arrived on time, knew where to be and were set up on time. Hannah made sure all of the decor/tables/chairs and any wedding essentials were in place. They were truly a dream and I am so thankful I picked the Richwood. Our guest enjoyed hanging out on the grounds during the weekend stay, we enjoyed the hot tub and really were just at ease for the whole weekend. If you are on the fence I highly recommend making the leap and having your wedding at Richwood on the River.
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