The Manor House Client Resources
We’re so excited you’re here! Our team has put together the following resources to help you plan your wedding at The Manor House. Feel free to dig in and please let us know if we can help with any questions – you’ll find contact information for our entire team below. We also encourage you to favorite this page to make it easy to reference again and again!
Happy Planning!
Planning Resources
Below you will find links to help keep your planning easy and simplified! From sample timelines to your Manor House day-of-coordinator duties, find helpful planning info here!
Design Resources
From ballroom layouts to linen colors to dimensions from around the venue, help visualize your big day here!
Vendor Resources
Find some of our favorite vendors below along with some helpful info you can pass along to anyone you have booked!
Food & Beverage
From menus to everything you need to know food & beverage, you’ll find all of the info you need here!
Get in Touch
During the initial stages of planning your wedding, you may prefer to stay in touch with the team member who you toured with. For your convenience, we’ve listed contact information (email is always the easiest way to get ahold of us) and a bio for everyone on our team below – we are all happy to help with questions along the way!
Your assigned Manor House Event Coordinator will reach out about three months prior to your big day. That person will guide you through the final months of planning including your Final Walkthrough and Ceremony Rehearsal and will be here to oversee your wedding day. Sometimes this is the person you toured with, sometimes it’s another team member (we are happy to consider requests for a specific Coordinator and will do our best to accommodate). We can’t wait to work with you!
Janae Bell | Head of Operations | [email protected]
Kylie Swan | General Manager & Event Coordinator | [email protected]
Amber McGrath | Assistant General Manager & Event Coordinator | [email protected]
Katie Burns | Senior Lead Coordinator & Event Coordinator | [email protected]
Douglas Sems | Front of House Manager | [email protected]
Mackenzie Eckman | Event Sales | [email protected]
General Information | [email protected] | 303.799.1000
Meet Our Team!
Janae Bell
Hi — I’m Janae! As Head of Operations for The Oaks and The Manor House, I have the unique privilege of coaching a group of incredibly talented people who love what they do and do it very well. My own career in the wedding industry started in 2014 as a wedding coordinator at The Manor House. After a few years, I moved to Nashville and worked on the design side of the industry as a wedding planner — I even dipped my toes in the waters of floral design (so much fun!). When our sister venue, The Oaks, opened in 2020, I couldn’t turn down the opportunity to help launch a brand new venue and once again work with this amazing team. My husband and I moved back to Denver and we are so happy to be home — I’m a Colorado girl through and through. In my free time, you’ll find me outdoors enjoying the Colorado sunshine, walking with my one-eyed pittie (hi Blue!) or having dinner with my family.
From our entire team, thank you for entrusting us with your special day. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Rhett Montague, Executive Chef
Hello, I’m Rhett. I’m the Executive Chef and Beverage Manager at The Manor House and The Oaks. I’ve been part of The Manor House family since 2017 and have been with The Oaks since the day it opened. Originally from Texas, I moved to Colorado in 2001 to attend culinary school, and what was supposed to be just a one-year adventure quickly turned into a forever home. When I’m not in the kitchen, you’ll usually find me with my dog, Waffles, or cooking and sharing meals with friends—because for me, food has always been about bringing people together and creating moments of joy.
I’ve spent more than 30 years in the food and beverage industry, with a special love for weddings. It’s an honor to play a part in such meaningful celebrations, and I couldn’t be more proud of the talented culinary and front of house team I get to work with every day. Together, we’re dedicated to making sure your experience is not only seamless, but truly unforgettable.
Kylie Swan
Hey there! — I’m Kylie! I am the General Manager at The Manor House. I have lived in Colorado almost my entire life. My family moved here from Southern California when I was a small child. Lucky for me, my parents landed in Evergreen, which was an amazing place to grow up. I have been with The Manor House since 2017. However, I have been in the wedding industry since 2012 and absolutely love the home that has been created for me here. Our team creates a family environment that is like no other!
If I’m not coordinating a wedding or working on The Manor House’s Instagram page, you can probably find me eating tacos and drinking margaritas with my husband, playing and snuggling with my chocolate lab Maple, watching Friends on repeat, spending time outside in all that this beautiful state has to offer, or cheering on our Colorado Avalanche. Go Avs Go!
My time in this industry has only further driven my passion for making every single person’s wedding day special and uniquely them. With that, I can’t wait to meet you! You’re going to absolutely love The Manor House!
Amber McGrath
Hello, I’m Amber, I am the Assistant General Manager and have been here at The Manor House since 2017. With my two adorable black cats, Salem and Binx, as my constant companions, you could say I have a soft spot for a good party, especially Halloween! As part of the fantastic team, I bring my passion for crafting celebrations to every wedding.
Working alongside a talented and dedicated group, I find joy in turning your dreams into reality. My role is to ensure your special day is as seamless and magical as possible. I’m thrilled to be part of this amazing team, and I can’t wait to meet you and make your wedding day truly special.
Katie Burns
Hi, I’m Katie, the Senior Lead Coordinator at The Manor House! This year marks seven years with the company, where I started as a server and grew into my current role, gaining hands-on experience in creating seamless, memorable wedding experiences. With a degree in Event Management and a serious love for what I do, I’m all about creating celebrations that feel effortless, personal, and full of joy. I’ll keep things running smoothly behind the scenes so you can stay fully present in every moment.
Originally from Winter Park, Colorado, I’m happiest outside, whether that’s whitewater rafting with my husband (something I grew up doing and still love), heading to concerts, or tending to my ever-growing jungle of houseplants. At home, we are outnumbered by animals…two cats and my rescue pup, Pips, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who I’m completely obsessed with.
Your wedding should feel like you in the best way, and I can’t wait to help bring it all to life.
Douglas Sems
I’m Douglas, and proud to be your Front of House Manager at The Manor House. Originally from Nebraska, I built my career steeped in extensive hospitality experience, I am dedicated to making your wedding here exceptional.
At home, my world revolves around my family, including my step-daughter and son-in-law as well as my delightful Chiweenie, Bubbles.
My journey in the hospitality industry has equipped me with the skills to ensure that your experience at The Manor House exceeds expectations. I’m here to make your wedding seamless, welcoming, and unforgettable. Can’t wait to meet you and contribute to the magic of your time at The Manor House!
Mackenzie Eckman
Hi – my name is Mackenzie! I am an Event Sales Coordinator here at The Manor House. I’m usually upstairs in our admin office answering emails, sending contracts/invoices, and looking through photos of past wedding for our archive. You might also see me opening the guest house/bridal suite, helping our coordinators on wedding days and giving tours of the property.
I am a transplant, originally from Kansas City. I moved to Colorado in early 2021 and can’t get enough of the beautiful mountain views The Manor House has to offer! In my free time, I love to watch sports with my husband and spend time outside with our golden retriever, Minnie. I’m a huge Chiefs fan, love the Denver Nuggets, and am faithfully dedicated to the Kansas Jayhawks (Rock Chalk!).
My favorite part about my job is working with all of our couples and getting to know them as they plan the best day of their lives. There’s something truly magical about being surrounded by love all the time. I am beyond excited to get to know you – our team is incredible at what they do and we’re here to help any way we can. Let’s make your special day absolutely unforgettable!