404 El Paso Blvd.

 Rehearsal Dinners

Everything was wonderful!!!  Your restaurant was ideal. What a lovely location. Appetizers outside beforehand was a nice, unexpected treat.  … The feedback we got was that it was, for many, the nicest rehearsal dinner they had ever attended!!!  They loved the facility and the food.  …  We are so pleased with all aspects of the evening. You were very accommodating from the start, which I so appreciated!!
Thanks for everything. Beth

Thank you for all your help with our rehearsal dinner.  It was a great success.  The wedding went well also, accept for a short rain.  We have some wonderful party pictures and have some lasting memories. Thanks,  Roys & Brad

Mike and I want to say thanks for all you did for our rehearsal dinner.  Everything went perfectly.  The food was delicious and the service was flawless.  We were so happy with the way the entire evening went.  We were so proud to have it there.  Thanks again!
Gratefully, Mike and Dottie

We received the highest comments and regards for the Craftwood as you can guess.  The in-laws were ‘adventurous’ and really enjoyed the wild game.  The sorbet was a delightful end to the feast.  Do you remember it had snowed?  The whole environment was magical!  The crackling fire was so welcomed!  What a neat place!  We shall return soon!
Thanks again for absolutely everything!  We had such an amazing weekend.
Mark and Jo

We wanted to say Thank You.  The food was wonderful, the service great, everything went well.  We enjoyed ourselves completely.
Thanks again,  Dave and Carolyn

 Weddings

I wanted to thank you and the staff of the Craftwood Inn for the wonder-ful job you did on my daughter’s wedding.  We have received so many compliments.  We received one note that said it was “the best wedding food” they had ever had.  The buffet was outstanding and the salmon earned the most rave reviews.  Others commented that it was one of the nicest weddings they had ever been to.  I concur.

As the mother of the bride, you made my job easy.  The whole event ran on time and smoothly, with plenty of food for everyone.  The Craftwood is an outstanding venue for this type of event.  I didn’t imagine being relaxed and spending time enjoying our guests, but I did.  It was absolutely the best I could have hoped it would be.  Thank you for your help and hard work.
Sincerely,  Nancy

I just wanted to say thank you for putting the reception together for Marcia and myself in such short notice.  I have frequented the Craftwood Inn for years myself and thought it was a wonderful restaurant.  All of our friends and family said how impressed they were with the food and the service.  Again, your help was outstanding. 
Doug

I just wanted to write to thank you and your wonderful staff for making our wedding day so great.  I really appreciated all the help in getting ready and working with us so well on our budget.  I know that must have been a hassle.  Everyone at our wedding was so impressed with the place and with all the food.  It was really the perfect day.  We couldn’t have been happier with our choice to have our wedding at your place.  Thank you again for all that you and your staff did for us.
Becky and Tony

The wedding on April 29 was fantastic!  The day went as planned.  Food was delicious and plentiful, timing perfect.  Your staff at the Craftwood was accommodating and friendly.  Everyone that attended commented on how wonderful everything was.  Thank you, Kerri, for your time and effort put into our family’s very special day.
Sincerely,  Nancy

You were right—everything was perfect for the reception.  Please tell everyone who worked that I was extremely pleased with the food, the service, everything.  Almost makes me wish I had another wedding to plan!!!  Thank you for always being so helpful and calm and sure that your staff could provide a very quality product.  I know Dave and Lynn were very pleased with everything also.
Mary Katherine

I wanted to give you an OVERWHELMING         thank you for the work you did for our wedding. The day was FLAWLESS and the feedback from our guests was EXCEPTIONAL.  My parents (aka ‘the bank’ and who had never heard of or seen the restaurant prior to the event) were especially thrilled with the service and delighted by the presentation and quality of food. Everyone had a blast!!  I cannot thank you enough for all the work and dedication you provided to ensure our wedding day was all we wanted.  The night was absolutely PERFECT. We are so pleased we trusted the Craftwood to cater our most memorable night and would recommend you to anyone in a heartbeat.  Please feel free to have anyone contact us directly should you be in need of personal references.
Best wishes,  Stacey and Ryan

We wanted to thank you all for making our wedding day so special.  Your service was perfect, and everyone raved about the food…as we knew they would.  We look forward to celebrating our anniversary at the Craftwood in the coming years!
Cheers!
Erin & Brian

Thank you for all your help and kindness putting together this big day! We love the Craftwood Inn!
Patrizia and Ted

Gary and I want to thank you and your staff for the excellent services you provided for Ashley and Lucas’ wedding on November 20.  A good time was had by all.  We will recommend the ‘Craftwood Inn’ with high praises for all occasions!
Thank you!  Diane and Gary

David and I had so much fun at our wedding party.  The dinner you helped us plan and the table arrangements worked out beautifully – even with the four extra people.  We know you and your staff worked extra hard that night and we just wanted to say thank you.  You were an absolute delight to work with and the Craftwood Inn is fortunate to have you.  Warmest regards~ Katherine and David

Everyone loved the wedding – the Craftwood is such a lovely, historical home. The buffet was beautiful and delicious. We have so many lovely memories to treasure on Erin & Marshall’s wedding day. Thank your whole staff for us.

I know it has been a couple of months, but Craig and I wanted to say thank you for the incredible evening you were all able to give us. The food was amazing and we could not have asked for better service!  People are still talking about how wonderful the wedding was from start to finish. We plan on spending our first anniversary with you!
Leslie and Craig

Thank you for  helping to make our wedding day such a special and relaxing event. Everything was wonderful and exceeded our expectations.
Thanks again,  Amily & Dan

 Anniversaries/Reunions

In July, members of the Murphy family gathered at the Craftwood to celebrate a family reunion.  This place was selected by one of the Murphy ladies—sight unseen—and we were all pleased with it!  I wanted to say that our servers did an excellent job of waiting on the tables and serving us.  Their nice personalities and sincere smiles made our celebration good. 
Many thanks,  Mollie

We just have to thank you for a stupendous anniversary dinner party Saturday night at Craftwood Inn.  Everything was superb and we loved our server.  Our guests were very impressed with how we were cared for.  The event was the highlight of our year.  Others expressed similar sentiments.  I also want to thank you so much for offering to pick up the floral pieces for us—that’s going beyond the call of duty.  You’re a great representative for Craftwood Inn.
Patricia and Gene

A huge heartfelt thanks to you and everyone at the Craftwood that made our family anniversary dinner “the most significant, memorable, joy-filled, meaningful evening” my parents and our family has shared.  (That’s a direct quote from my parents and my siblings).  …I’m sure we weren’t ‘model guests’-but you treated us like royalty, none-theless.  Please pass on my thanks to the entire Craftwood team that made our evening so perfect!
Kindly, Jeanne

The party was awesome.  Everyone commented on what a great place to have it, how great the food was, and what a fun party it was.  So kudos to you and the entire staff that pulled this off so professionally.  Our waiter was great.  And my husband was totally surprised-it’s literally the first time that I, or anyone else in the room, saw him speechless.  Thanks for your help in making this a very special night for him.
Kerry

My family and I have been going to the Craftwood Inn for at least the past fifteen years.  In fact, we had a Christmas party there for my own firm about ten years ago.  The event that you planned for us last week to fulfill the purchase that I made at auction during the “Heart Ball” this year was very well put together.  That was not a surprise thought, I expected it.  However, the menu that you put together for us was a complete success.  We always have someone that does not like something that is served.  During this occasion, everything was liked and consumed.  I just wanted to thank you for setting up such a nice evening for us and the time that you took to organize the menu and the staff—it was worth it.  We’ll be sure to pass on the word.
Al

Thank you so much for your assistance with our dinner on Friday evening.  Everything was wonderful:  the food, the beautiful garden for pictures, the eating areas, and the very attentive and patient staff.  May you be blessed for your kindness.
Elvin and Verla      

I just wanted to let you know that we had a wonderful time at the Craftwood Inn!  The servers were a delight!  Thank you very much for your part in making this celebration a lovely and memorable experience. 
Thank you again, Gayle

Thank you for a lovely experience last evening for our family reunion.  Please pass along to the servers how impressed everyone was with the smooth service and the attentiveness through the entire meal which was delicious.  Everyone was so warm and welcoming…it made the entire affair absolutely delightful…and this was expressed by all.  Again, you have my deep appreciation, especially you.
Leslie

I am writing to thank you for a delightful dining experience to celebrate my parents’ 50^th wedding Anniversary.  I requested a quiet corner because my father is hard of hearing and you thoughtfully gave us a lovely back room with a curved ceiling, just the correct size for nine people.  We tried a variety of foods and specialty drinks that were all delicious.  Our server was friendly and knowledgeable.  My uncle thought the caribou was the best meal he ever had.  I will certainly recommend the Craftwood Inn to anyone looking for a special dining experience.   Sincerely,  Carla

 Corporate

Thanks to you and the staff of the Craftwood Inn. We enjoyed the food, the service, and the atmos-phere. I didn’t hear any negative remarks regarding our dinner, and with our group, that’s an accomplishment.  Please extend my personal thanks to each member of your team.
Steven

Thank you for the great service last night for the T Rowe Price group – stellar performance all the way around once again. See you again soon.
Mark

Thank you for your help in setting up a lovely dinner for the attendees of the 2005 Air Force Operations Conference.  Your hard work and professionalism ensured an enjoyable evening for our participants.  Without a doubt, the Craftwood Experience was the highlight of our visit to Colorado Springs. Thank you, again, for a job well done!
Teresa

Thanks for your hard work in putting together the dinner for the recent Air Force XO/DO Conference.  Your preparation and responsiveness were noticed by all involved and you made this a class-act visit.  You are a great asset to the local community and we’re especially glad for your support.  Thanks for representing the Craftwood Inn well and keep up the great work.                     Sincerely,  Elaine

Thanks again for the great team you put together for our event on Thursday.  Everyone was really impressed and had a great time.  Please pass this along to Jeff and the rest of the staff.
Jody 

I just wanted to say THANK YOU for everything you guys did for me to make the party go smoothly Saturday night.  Everything turned out well and everyone had a great time.  Thanks for all your hard work.  I know I never have to worry about anything because you guys always take care of us. 
Great Job!!!  Andrea

Thanks for all your help with the Energizer/Schick dinner.  We really appreciate it! Thanks,  Jill

Thank you for always delighting our guests.  Your hospitality is far more appreciated than you know.
Brenda

I wanted to take a moment and thank you for the wonderful Merrill Lynch event.  You were a pleasure to work with and your staff gave us exceptional service.  This group especially enjoyed the meal and the atmosphere!  I look forward to working with you again in the near future!
Sincerely,  Nicole

Just a little note to thank you in a BIG way for all the assistance you gave us in planning our luncheon for the Milk Conference attendees.  Everything went beautifully and the dining room was set perfectly and our meal was wonderful…just right on the portions…and everyone loved the “prickly pear sorbet”!  Thank you sooo much, we’ll be back!
Always, John & Marsha

Thank you so very much for all of your help and support with making our dinner arrangements this year perfect. It was a great pleasure working with you. You have no idea how refreshing it is for me to work with someone who genuinely cares about the success of my projects. You made it very simple to organize and direct all of my men and I couldn’t have done it without your help.  I wanted to let you know how much we all appreciated the above and beyond attitude that both you and your staff showed to all of us. I don’t think that we have ever had better service anywhere. Kudos to you and your staff for achieving excellence in customer service. It is appreciated and will not be forgotten. I look forward to working with you again in the future.
Sincerely,  Kristine

I just wanted to send you and the folks at the Craftwood Inn a BIG thank you for all of your help and making dinner yesterday evening so wonderful for the AASCIF group.  I heard from my boss that they had a wonderful dinner and were very well taken care of.   It was very nice working with you on the dinner.  The group meets once a year and if I have to plan again, I will make sure that a dinner is scheduled at the Craftwood Inn.  Thanks again so much for all of your help and making this a memorable dinner for the group.
Best wishes,  Pam

On behalf of the 2007 Hensel Phelps Construction Company Scheduling Seminar, I would like to extend my compliments and gratitude to the management and staff of the Craftwood Inn.  Each staff member exhibited an air of genuine caring, service, and courtesy.  These things are an increasingly rare commodity in today’s world of business.  Due to the combined efforts of the staff, our event was a resounding success. Afterwards, every person I talked to was pleased with the quality of the food, the venue, and the service provided by the staff of Craftwood Inn.  I didn’t hear any comments to the contrary.  Please share this letter with all involved because they deserve “a pat on the back” so to speak.
Sincerely,  Steven

Thank you for your attention to detail for our program.  It turned out to be a wonderful program that my doctors enjoyed. I will definitely keep you in mind for future events.
Best regards~ Dury

Everyone reported that they had a wonderful time.  We will certainly keep you in mind when planning future events in Colorado Springs.  My husband and I go to the Springs quite often and will definitely check you out next time we are there.
Anita

It was a great night!  You did a marvelous job with the dinner.  Thanks for one of the best beer dinners I’ve been involved with!
Adam

I only heard great comments about the dinner at your restaurant. I was told that everyone had a wonderful time and enjoyed choosing from the menu. It can be tricky sometimes working long distance with restaurants and caterers, especially with the fact that I wouldn’t be there. Everything turned out great and it was very nice working with you!
Judy

Thank you for all of your support through this. Event planning can be difficult, but your expertise has shown this to be an enjoyable process. You have been so great to work with.
Pam

I cannot tell you how happy we were with the food, service, wine and atmosphere of the other night. Our attendees raved about the food and all had a great time. The USOC will certainly be back for a function sometime soon, so look forward to hearing from us! You exceeded our already high expectations! 
Thanks again!
Emily

Thank you so much for a delightfully done event for the ACF Pikes Peak Chapter.  My husband and I were part of the group last night. The food and service were excellent.  I personally have not been there for several years, and hope to come again much sooner than my last visit.  Your building is beautiful as usual. Thank you very much! God bless you all and Happy New Year!
Nancy

Our sincerest thanks for a beautiful and outstanding Christmas party for Hallmark Building Company!  You all have gone over and beyond in your efforts to present your facility and delicious food.  Thank you for your hospitality and service. 
Sincerely,
Hallmark Building Company and Staff

 Vendor's Comments

Thanks so much for all your help on the wedding!  Given all the minor changes the bride made on a daily basis, you really rolled with the punches. Thanks especially for saving us at the last minute, as we had given you the wrong head count! The room looked beautiful and everyone was very impressed by your venue, food and the staff.  Look forward to working with you again.
Best Regard, Christian, Bella Dia Events

Thank you so much for the excellent job you all did on the Herminjard-Smith wedding! The bride was very pleased. Everything was wonderful and you all were such a great help.  As always, I thoroughly enjoy working with you all, completely appreciate your efforts and look forward to our next event! 
Best Regards, Christian—Bella Dia Events