We’re Getting Married!
Elise Comello and David Buckingham invite you to our wedding weekend, Thursday 9/24 to Sunday 9/27, with a ceremony on Saturday 9/26, in Mauston, WI.


Locations
Activites, meals, and the ceremony will take place at the main venue: The Great Escape Lodge and Castle Rock Ridge, located at w4066, W4040 Boaters Dream Dr, Mauston, WI 53948
Guests who want to stay overnight will be assigned to one of these lodgings:
- “Easton House” (The Great Escape Lodge)
- “Lulu House” (Castle Rock Ridge)
- Cabins at the Castle Rock Hideway, located 0.5 miles from the venue. [map]
- The Best Western Park Oasis Inn, located in downtown Mauston 9 miles from the venue. [map]
- The Lodge at Mauston, located in downtown Mauston 9 miles from the venue. [map]
Meals
The venue and the cabins have full kitchens with fridges: guest are invited to prepare and keep their own food.
The closest grocery store is Festival Foods in downtown Mauston (9 miles away). [map]
We will serve the following meals:
- Thursday Dinner: Taco dinner from Gordos Mexican Restaurant
- Friday Breakfast: Breakfast buffet from Cedar Creek Rustic Village
- Friday Lunch: BBQ buffet from Smokey Jon‘s (not vegetarian)
- Friday Dinner: Pasta bar from Sarento’s Italian Restaurant
- Saturday Breakfast: Breakfast buffet from Blue Plate Catering
- Saturday Lunch: Sandwiches from Blue Plate Catering
- Saturday Dinner: Dinner buffet from Blue Plate Catering
- Sunday Breakfast: Breakfast buffet from Cedar Creek Rustic Village
Dress
There is no dress code.
The bride and groom will dress comfortably throughout the weekend and dress up for the ceremony.
Bring footwear appropriate for grass.
Activities
Bicycle rental: Beyond Boundaries Canoe, Kayak & Bike
Parks and trails
- Castle Rock County Park
- Buckhorn State Park
- Yellow River State Wildlife Area
- Lions Park-Grayside
- Bass Hollow State Natural Area
- Mill Bluff State Park
Local Events
- Cranberry Festival (Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Warrens, Wisconsin) [map]
- Mausten Farmers Market (Saturday at 7am) [map]
Shopping
- Northwoods Orchard & Farm Market [map]
- Country Bumpkin Farm Market [map]
- The Copper Rose vintage home decor (220 N Union St, Mauston)
- Suez Ques-Unique Knick Knacks
- The Designers Touch- old/new treasures (101 E State St, Mauston)
- St Vincent de Paul Thrift Store (925 W State St, Mauston)
Tourist attractions
- Wisconsin Dells is a popular tourist attraction with multiple water parks and other family activities. [map]
- The Ishnala Supper Club: supper clubs are a staple of traditional midwest dining. [map]
Rules
- This four-day celebration will be alcohol-free and we insist that guests not bring or consume alcohol at the venue.
- The wedding is a safe, peaceful, and inclusive space. Don’t say or do anything harmful.
- Please monitor your children at all times.
Venue details
Gifts
More information coming soon.
Questions
Contact us: