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West Branch Angler Resort

West Branch Angler Resort

Hancock, NY
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    Ashley L. Sent on 10/24/2023
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    Blown away!!

    Me and my now husband cannot stop talking about how happy we were to have gone with the west branch angler resort/ river run restaurant as our wedding venue!! They blew us away for our wedding weekend. Here the celebration is not just one day they turn the entire weekend in to your wedding and know how to throw a fantastic event. They even let us stay a day early from when all of our festivities were to begin which was perfect being able to just kick back before it all began. All of our guests could not stop raving about how wonderful their cabins were, how the food was and how much FUN they had the entire weekend. It was so great getting to be able to celebrate with so many friends and family members here for not just one day but two whole days!!! Any time we needed anything the staff were all so accommodating even at 11 pm when our propane heaters ran out. Matt and all of his staff did a fantastic job! I would recommend this resort to anyone who is getting married or just looking for somewhere to vacation close by.
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    Megan A. Sent on 11/17/2023
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    Amazing Venue

    My husband and I got married on October 14 at West Branch and had the most beautiful, perfect, and fun wedding weekend imaginable. We started our weekend off with a very smoothly run rehearsal and rehearsal dinner at the venue. We then moved to the bonfire which was such an amazing, memorable experience. It was a very cold weekend and the fire kept everyone warm and allowed us to spend extra time together even in the cold. The ceremony and reception on Saturday ran flawlessly, even with some changes we had to put in place due to weather. I gave Matt and the crew all of my decor on Friday and trusted he would make everything beautiful (and they did not disappoint!) There was incredible attention to detail throughout the entire weekend. My husband and I can't recommend Matt and the West Branch crew enough. They made the entire planning process so laid-back and easy. Thank you so much to Matt and the team at West Branch Angler Resort!
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    Megan W. Sent on 11/09/2023
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    Amazing Wedding and Amazing Staff

    I have nothing bad to say at all! Matt was very helpful and accommodating and made me feel calm and relaxed the entire time. I was always able to ask him questions or run ideas by him. The food was amazing, the staff were helpful and the venue is so so beautiful. I didn’t have to worry about a single thing the day of, everything went so smoothly and calm I got to enjoy every second. And Matt was so great with my parents and basically eliminated any drama between us- which is way above and beyond! Can’t recommend this place enough.
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    Mis Sent on 09/03/2023
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    Beautiful Riverfront Resort

    My husband and I loved the resort for our wedding weekend. The riverfront views were breathtaking from every angle. It was the perfect amount of rustic, peaceful, quiet and remote for our family and friends coming in from busy cities. The cabins were well appointed and comfortable for folks that aren't into camping and the staff were all very friendly. Definitely recommend for any large event or even just a quick getaway.
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    Nicolle H. Sent on 08/14/2023
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    Perfection

    Matt and the West Branch Family made our wedding weekend nothing short of perfect! Matt was such a pleasure to communicate with and really helped manage the stresses of planning a wedding. He listened attentively to our vision and delivered better than we could have ever imagined. Our guests could not stop raving about how beautiful the grounds were, how great the food/drinks were, and how friendly all of the staff was. Matt was able to elevate every aspect of our weekend, it was safe to say it was one for the books for everyone who attended. We are so grateful to have found the West Branch Family, we cannot thank you enough!
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    Amy A. Sent on 08/24/2023
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    It was very enjoyable and professional.

    They were great to work with very attentive knowledgeable and willing to help with anything and everything. We had a great time along with our friends and family. We were all very amazed by both the people and the place. Matt was a great and very knowledgeable attentive and professional persons to work with. We would highly recommend this place The food was great the place was beautiful and the workers were very friendly and helpful. Ps we recommend the bonfire
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    Roger D. Sent on 07/05/2023
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    Better than imagined

    This place was absolutely beautiful and the staff was more than helpful with everything we needed. The food was top notch, the decorations were amazing. The staff did a very good job of making my wife and myselfs dream become a reality. If you want a beautiful venue set back away from people with lodging on site. I would 110% GO WITH THIS PLACE!!!
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    Samantha T. Sent on 10/10/2022
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    Perfect Venue!

    Matt is amazing to work with and took care of every single aspect of the entire event! The day of the wedding was 100% stress free thanks to Matt and his team!
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    Erin Sent on 10/03/2022
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    The best decision we could have made

    Matt and everyone at West Branch went above and beyond our expectations on literally everything. They were accommodating, friendly, incredibly kind and helpful. We had a vision, we put that vision with Matt and he made it happen. It was literally the perfect weekend for us and all of our guests. We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding weekend and everyone at west branch made it happen. Oh, and the FOOD… absolutely incredible, our guests were so impressed with everything and absolutely everyone raved about the food. We couldn’t thank Matt and everyone at west branch enough!!
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    Karen Y. Sent on 11/30/2022
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    Magical & Memorable!

    West Branch Angler Resort made our wedding weekend wonderful and memorable. As outdoor enthusiasts, it was the perfect place to bring our families together in one place without the stress of camping, glamping, or organizing a hotel/transportation. All our guests couldn’t stop talking about how much they loved the venue and the event overall. The cabins, the grounds, all of it was so special, and the food - fantastic!

    With our 100 guests, the staff was extremely accommodating, relaxed, and super friendly. Nicole was awesome to work with throughout the process, and Matt was great, too. Definitely splurge for the bonfire if you can! You won’t have any regrets booking this venue for your wedding. We look forward to returning together on anniversaries in the future.
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    Robyn D. Sent on 10/19/2022
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    Best venue in upstate ny

    West Branch was an absolute dream venue for the wedding weekend of our dreams. The landscape is gorgeous and peaceful and transforms into an amazing setting for a party. We had bald eagles overhead and deer wading through the river in the distance, truly out of a storybook. Not only were the accommodations perfection, Matt and his staff made sure everything went off without a hitch. We have had ENDLESS compliments from literally all of our 200 guests telling us it was the best wedding they have ever been to. We felt the same way because Matt made sure everything was handled and all we had to focus on was enjoying our day. We highly recommend taking advantage of the cabins so that guests don't have to worry about rides. It is truly an immersive experience, like adult glamping but wedding themed.:) Thanks again Matt!!!
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    Debora K. Sent on 10/19/2022
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    This was a magical place for a wedding , Matt was wonderful, cabins were lovely, wouldnt have chnaged a thing.

    Absolutely perfect place for up to 185 guests who arrived on friday night. Cabins are lovely with CAC which is great in summer. We also had the rehearsal dinner there outside the pavillion followed by the fire in the woods. While the wedding party got ready on Sat, guests all mingled playing games, dipping in the river just awesome. I would highly recommned this venue.
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    Becca C. Sent on 10/04/2021
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    A dream come true

    Matt and Nicole were incredible and made our wedding weekend an experience to last a lifetime. We didn’t have to worry about a thing because they were already 10 steps ahead of us. They were more than accommodating. We gave Matt our decorations and they set them up in such a beautiful way. Everything ran so smoothly. The venue is beautiful, the cabins are beautiful, and spending the entire weekend with your friends and family was truly a wonderful experience. People raved about the food and drinks and many said it was the best wedding they’ve ever attended. 10/10 recommend!
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    Janelle B. Sent on 10/04/2021
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    Best experience!

    10/10 would recommend West Branch to anyone looking for a venue. They are extremely hands on and ensure everything runs smoothly. Matt and Nicole are wonderful to work with and take care of things you don't even think about. It is a beautiful and unique venue with fantastic food!
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    Kelly Sent on 10/03/2021
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    Book them like yesterday!!

    We loved west branch. Matt and Nicole have been more than amazing. Every question or issue was addressed. I felt SO at ease going into the wedding and it was all an easy process. You won’t have to worry about a thing, which is amazing. It rained unexpectedly during my ceremony and Matt asked how I wanted to proceed. My family and friends kept telling me how full they were from food and the bar was always busy.
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    Hannah E. Sent on 08/21/2021
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    Best Wedding Ever

    For our wedding, we knew we wanted a camp-like outdoorsy atmosphere but didn't want our guests to really "rough it" and West Branch was the perfect fit! From the Friday night BBQ and bonfire, to the modern, clean cabins, and beautiful grounds and restaurant for our Saturday celebration, Matt and the team at West Branch made sure every detail for the entire weekend was taken care of. We cannot say enough how amazing Matt was during the entire process, making our wedding planning (almost) entirely stress free, even when we had to delay a year due to COVID. Our guests were incredibly impressed by the entire weekend and many told us it was the best wedding they've ever been to. 10/10 would recommend.
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    Emma Sent on 09/30/2021
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    Absolutely phenomenal venue

    We got married here July 24, 2021 and it was the best venue I could have imagined for what we were looking for. This venue is more budget friendly than anything else I could find in the area for what you are getting. Matt worked with us every step of the way and I was so grateful to have someone with experience to help me with planning. The venue did all of the setup so I didn't have to worry about it and the food was delicious. When all was said and done, I really didn't feel like I had to do that much planning and we got a beautiful wedding weekend where our families from all over the country got to meet and get to know each other and that is an experience I will forever be grateful for. Oh yeah, and I got to marry my favorite guy.
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    Vicky K. Sent on 11/11/2019
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    Beautiful venue

    We got married here this October. West Branch Resort is a beautiful and unique venue. Matt is a true professional and cares deeply about his work. He made eveything perfect. He was helpful every step of the way- from initial planning to the wedding day. He even kept the rain away for us :)
    The food was delicious and the Cabins were great-- wish I could move in! We heard only good things from guests that stayed for our wedding weekend.
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    Julie D. Sent on 08/22/2019
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    Effortless and perfect

    Matt was a pleasure to work with. Every inch of the facility was perfect for our wedding weekend. We cannot stop getting calls from people saying “that was the best wedding I’ve ever been too” can’t wait to head back there for our anniversary
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    Paige Sent on 08/02/2019
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    The Wedding of our Dreams!

    I have to toast to Matt, the owner of West Branch Resort for helping my husband and I to create the most memorable and fantastic wedding weekend. We had ~100 guests stay on site in cabins for the weekend which I cannot recommend enough! On Friday night, Matt helped us to host a BBQ onsite and then we were led down a tiki torch path to the most amazing bonfire!! Saturday, the day of the wedding, was seamless with Matt in charge. Matt was incredibly flexible with any sort of vision we had, and we ended up having our ceremony outside on the lawn, cocktail hour on the deck, dinner inside the restaurant, and the dance floor on the deck outside covered by a tent! SO BEAUTIFUL and Matt and his team are fantastic. My husband and I wanted a wedding that really was personal and represented who we are, and I cannot thank Matt enough from the bottom of my heart for making that come to life. BOOK THIS VENUE!!!!!!
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    Andrew T. Sent on 10/20/2018
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    Exceeded every expectation

    From start to finish the staff at west branch was excellent and beyond accommodating. My wife and I could not be happier about how the entire event turned out. Food was great, everyone had fun. It’s a special place because there is so much to do while there, including relax. Would recommend this to anyone looking for a venue
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    Andrew T. Sent on 10/20/2018
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    Exceeded every expectation

    From start to finish the staff at west branch was excellent and beyond accommodating. My wife and I could not be happier about how the entire event turned out. Food was great, everyone had fun. It’s a special place because there is so much to do while there, including relax. Would recommend this to anyone looking for a venue
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    Jessica G. Sent on 10/18/2018
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    Our experience with West Branch

    Our wedding weekend at West Branch was everything we could have dreamed of. We felt right at home. In a quiet town in NY, you feel like you are in another state, on a property that is all yours for the weekend. West Branch is flexible, accommodating, easy to work with and will help you with whatever you need. The owner Matt is fantastic. The venue is beautiful, the food is incredible, and the service is great. I am so happy we chose West Branch for our special day - it was truly a dream come true. I HIGHLY recommend!!!
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    Courtney Sent on 10/31/2018
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    Perfect wedding weekend

    West Branch Angler Resort absolutely exceeded my expectations for our wedding weekend. We were married there on September 22, 2018. The setting fit our style and outdoor lifestyle perfectly. They were very flexible with all requests through the entire planning process. Getting across to some family members that we were getting married at a fishing resort with cabins was tough, until they arrived and realized these are not rustic cabins with limited amenities cabins. They are very nicely furnished and have everything you need. Except long mirrors, which was not a surprise since it is primarily a resort for fisherman. We had all the cabins rented for our wedding. We had about 80 guests which fit nicely and gave us the flexibility to use indoor and outdoor spaces. The staff were always welcoming and helpful to all our guests. We had a Friday Welcome BBQ near the river with a fire pit for smores. Saturday ceremony was near the river framed perfectly by trees. Our dinner was inside the restaurant followed by live band and dancing on the tented deck and covered porch. This was the perfect destination wedding for our group. Our family and friends are still commenting on how much fun the whole weekend was. Thank you Matt and to the entire West Branch Staff.
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    Amazing wedding venue AND weekend getaway

    The decision to have our wedding at West Branch Resort was one of the best we've ever made. Manager and owner, Matt Batschelet, took so much stress out of the planning process along with making sure everything went as planned on wedding day. The entire staff at West Branch were extremely friendly and professional, making us feel like we were part of their family by the end of the weekend. As far the venue itself goes... beautiful, clean, secluded. We wanted a venue that made our wedding feel like a weekend away and West Branch delivered above and beyond. They're also dog friendly, a must considering we wanted our two goldens to be part of our special day!
    Matt and all the West Branch staff, thank you so much for organizing and delivering our perfect, once in a lifetime weekend!
    ~Marcy and Shane~
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