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Don’t Miss out on These Guest Ranch Thanksgiving Specials

11/16/2017 11:21:00 AM

Thanksgiving is a time-honoured celebration that year after year brings families and friends together around a festive table to share traditional foods like roasted turkey, baked autumn vegetables and other favourite family side dishes. It is also a time to give thanks and to count one’s blessings and for many it marks the beginning of the holiday season, including Christmas and New Year’s. Often, Thanksgiving signifies a lot of work for those that have to plan, shop for and prepare everything that goes into organizing such a big occasion. This year why not put the shopping lists and roasting pans away and choose one of the following guest ranches to celebrate this special holiday.

Celebrate Thanksgiving at The Ranch at Rock Creek, Philipsburg, Montana 

The Ranch at Rock Creek combines modern luxuries with rustic ranch living and is nothing short of exceptional in every way. From the spectacular Montana mountains that surround the ranch, to the luxurious accommodations and fine dining prepared by their in-house chef – every element of The Ranch at Rock Creek experience has been carefully considered to exceed guest expectations.


Your Ranch at Rock Creek Holiday itinerary combines American traditions, like feasts and football, with wild pursuits and fireside luxuries. Each morning and afternoon, try your hand at outdoor adventures including mountain biking, hiking expeditions, shooting, archery, horseback riding, fly fishing, the ropes course and geocaching. Thanksgiving Dinner in the Granite Lodge features multiple courses bursting with locally sourced Western delights. Families have more time to enjoy themselves when The Ranch takes care of the activities, amenities and first-class cuisine.

Celebration Details:

The all-inclusive rates include luxury accommodations, all gourmet meals, snacks, premium wine, beer and spirits (excluding reserve wines and liquor), on-ranch activities, daily children’s activities, guides, gear and round-trip ground transportation to and from Missoula, Butte and Anaconda airports upon request.

Rates start at $1,800 per accommodation, per night, based on standard occupancy, plus 20% Ranch Fee.

Minimum three-night stay, based on availability.

*The above offer can be viewed at The Ranch at Rock Creek’s website . Please be sure to mention that you heard about it first on RanchSeeker’s blog.

                     


A Southern Cross Guest Ranch Thanksgiving, Madison, Georgia 

Conveniently located in Central Georgia’s Historic Heartland and within an hour’s drive from Atlanta the ranch prides itself in providing good old southern hospitality, delightful accommodations, delectable cuisine and stimulating activities all year round. Here you will rediscover life’s more simple pleasures.


Thanksgiving at Southern Cross is their most popular week of the year and often sells out months in advance. In fact, many of their guests during this time period, return year after year and even book up for the following year while still at the ranch. In addition to their All-Inclusive schedule of meals and horseback riding, they also cook up a large Thanksgiving feast. Oven roasted turkey, baked ham, lamb, mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, stuffing, corn, and green beans, as well as all of the traditional “fixin’s” make this a truly memorable meal.

Also take advantage of Southern Cross Guest Ranch’s Cyber Sale Monday on November 27th at 12 noon EST. (while quantities last)


                                                                       


The 2017 Voucher and Certificate Choices...

Save up to 43%!

Two-Hour Horseback Ride with Lunch or Supper - Stock Up with 5 certificates (up to $101 value each or $505), save up to 40%!... $299 for five (or $145 for two)

 The Very Popular Two-Night, Two-Person All-Inclusive Plan Voucher (up to a $978 value) Save up to 43%!... $554 per stay

Certificates are valid for most dates in 2017 and expire 12/19/2017. Additional restrictions apply. Please see the full terms and conditions including blackout dates here . Price includes all taxes and the new Georgia Hotel-Motel Fee.

However you choose to pass the holiday this year RanchSeeker would like to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Trails!


Cowgirl Up Special at Bar W Guest Ranch

9/19/2017 10:19:22 AM

If you want to slip away from the hustle and bustle of the city and into the rolling ridges of the countryside, Bar W Guest Ranch is where you should be. Stretched over 3,000 acres on Spencer Lake in Whitefish, Montana, the ranch is open all year round to extend true western hospitality to all its guests, be it through its accommodation options or variety of activities. And speaking of activities The Bar W Guest Ranch has an exciting opportunity coming up so read on to find out more.

Last Minute Special Vacancy

Cowgirl Up:

Ladies grab your best friends, sisters, daughters, and partners and saddle up for the vacation of a lifetime! The Bar W Guest Ranch is offering a 20% discount on our best room, the “Aspen Suite,” during our ever-popular Cowgirl Up week scheduled for October 1-7, 2017.  

Retreat to the beautiful Bar W Guest Ranch in Whitefish, MT for our 6 night all-inclusive get-away.  This special package combines the best of both worlds, an iconic Western experience paired with some favorite indulgences including a 2 hour spa package and Vintner’s presentation.  


Explore thousands of acres of trails, improve your horsemanship skills, work cattle, or simply kick back relax and let Montana surround you. In addition to the trails, novice and experienced riders will enjoy working cattle, barrel racing, and roping. Cowgirls will can also try their hand at skeet shooting, archery, fly casting, and hiking! After a full day of adventure ladies can soothe their muscles in our hot tub or head into town for a vibrant night of two-stepping at our local saloon.  

The Aspen Suite is located in our main lodge and offers a king size bed, luxurious bathroom complete with a jetted tub, shower, and large vanity area, a separate but attached room with a set of bunk beds, and a private balcony.  The Aspen Suite can accommodate up to 4 adults.  Call today and grab the last room while it lasts-866-828-2900.


Please be sure to mention that you heard about this special through RanchSeeker!

Happy Trails!


What do a Guest Ranch & a Ballooning Event have in Common?

9/11/2017 10:21:59 AM

One wouldn’t normally think that a guest ranch vacation and attending the largest ballooning event on earth would have any common ground but in this case it does. Read on to see what Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch in New Mexico had to say in their recent blog post about this thrilling combined vacation opportunity.

It’s Time for Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2017!

Are you planning a trip to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2017 this October? If so, consider adding on a stay at Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch! We are located approximately 4 hours south of Albuquerque and still have availability during Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2017. The Fiesta runs from October 7-17, 2017.

For nine days in October, visitors from all over the globe will descend on Balloon Fiesta Park. The must see attraction is watching the New Mexico skies fill with hundreds of balloons

                                                  

“The Largest Ballooning Event on Earth”

There is nothing quite like observing the daily Mass Ascension as the sun brightens the horizon on crisp October mornings. When hundreds of balloons rise to dot the clear desert skies over Albuquerque it is truly a sight to behold. Balloons of all shapes and sizes also add a unique spin on the spectacle.

Ask any New Mexican and they will tell you that autumn is one of the best times to visit New Mexico. The mornings are crisp and cool while the afternoons are warm with highs in the 60s and 70s with calm winds, perfect for ballooning!

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2017

Had your fill of balloons at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2017? Head on down to Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch for a mountain escape. Autumn is when the New Mexico wildflowers are at their peak after receiving all the summer rains. It is also elk season and you can often hear elk bugling at dawn and dusk. Let our horses guide you into the beautiful Gila National Forest. Ride through deep canyons, across crystal clear streams and atop mountain overlooks where you can gaze upon the brilliant fall colors. As you are planning your trip to New Mexico, check out our Area Attractions page. It includes some other New Mexico attractions our guests have enjoyed.

                                                  

Contact Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch today to book your Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2017 adventure!

*Find the original blog post here.*

Happy Trails!

Let RanchSeeker help you find your ideal guest ranch vacation today!





 



Blue Ribbon Fly-Fishing Special at The Ranch at Rock Creek

4/20/2017 4:13:33 PM

When thinking of booking a guest ranch vacation horseback riding is what usually jumps to mind; however, aside from experiencing life from atop a horse there are always lots of other fun activities to choose from as well. Avid fishermen and ‘newbies’ to the sport may be surprised to learn that the fishing opportunities at several guest ranches is quite special indeed. The Ranch at Rock Creek is no exception. Situated in a pristine valley, this Montana guest ranch offers year-round vacations on an authentic 19th century homestead. With a capacity of up to 125 guests during the summer, accommodations range in size from one-bedroom suites to five-bedroom homes. Guests will also find themselves wowed by world-class ranch cuisine during their stay.


If you are yearning to fill your days with exceptional fly-fishing then The Ranch at Rock Creek  has the ideal 4 night 2017 Fly Fishing Adventure package just for you. For your non-angler travel companions a ranch ambassador will be on-hand to assist in planning a fun-filled vacation itinerary that includes other outdoor activities as well as time in the Granite Spa if so desired.

*The following information has been shared from The Ranch at Rock Creek’s website*

Book a four-night stay between April 1 and June 4 or September 5 and October 31, 2017 and receive over $1,000 in additional value.

Experience spectacular fishing and scenery on Montana’s best waterways. This special offer can be tailored to suit anglers of all experience levels. It includes daily casting lessons, a fly tying workshop, a complimentary full-day float and a complimentary off-ranch fishing excursion, as well as our standard all-inclusive amenities.


Special Inclusions

One (1) complimentary full-day float trip ($550 value)

Spring: Float trip on 14 miles of Rock Creek

Fall: Float trip on the Bitterroot or Blackfoot rivers

One (1) complimentary full-day, off-Ranch Rock Creek fishing excursion ($450 value)

Fly Tying Workshop and fly selection tips

Daily individual casting lessons

All gear and guides provided

Watch our fly fishing video 


Offer Details

Rates start at $1,800 per accommodation, per night based on standard occupancy, plus 20% Ranch Fee.

Offer valid on new reservations only for travel between April 1 and June 6 and September 5 and October 31, 2017, based on availability.

A four (4) night minimum stay is required. Offer is not combinable with other offers and promotions.

Standard RC Inclusions: luxury accommodations; all meals; premium wine, beer, spirits and other beverages; a selection of gear and guided on-ranch activities; round-trip transportation to and from Missoula, Butte and Anaconda airports upon request.

Be sure to mention that you heard about this 4 night 2017 Fly Fishing Adventure package first through RanchSeeker.

Let RanchSeeker  help you find your ideal guest ranch vacation today!

Happy Trails!

The Art of Dutch Oven Cooking at White Stallion Ranch

2/16/2017 3:57:32 PM

There is a science to this unique cooking method,

and after this workshop, you will be cooking in Cast Iron, just like Lewis and Clark.

Join the White Stallion Ranch for another cooking workshop from Sunday, March 12, – Thursday, March 16, 2017,

 or Tuesday, January 2 – Sunday, January  6  2018

 For Cooking and Outdoor Enthusiasts

If you’re a hiker, camper, fisherman, hunter or backyard enthusiast this is the perfect workshop for you. Have you ever wished you could cook your outdoor meals in a Dutch Oven, but had no idea where to begin?  Dave Lookingbill provides your education from start to finish. You will be taught everything you need to know: from building and controlling your fire, seasoning the Dutch Oven, recipes and techniques for cooking breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert.  There will be first-hand cooking experience for all, including demonstrations of techniques and tools.

Dave was born and raised in rural Idaho, where his mother instilled a love of good food and slow cooking in all of her children.  He had covered most of the American West as a wrangler and a farrier when he took a job at a Dude Ranch in Arizona over 40 years ago.  It was there he found a Dutch Oven and began experimenting with traditional recipes.  It wasn’t long before Dave was catering Western Events as a featured cook, and today his friends will tell you “There’s nothing he can’t make in a Dutch Oven…”


The Art of Dutch Oven Cooking

White Stallion Ranch’s Dutch Oven Cooking workshop leaves plenty of time to relax and enjoy the amenities of the ranch. Horseback riding, though not included in this workshop, may be purchased a la carte.  The ranch offers a heated pool, Redwood hot tub, fitness center, movie theater, recreation room, evening entertainment and guided hikes.

Your tuition includes;  a Margarita welcome party, 4 nights lodging, all meals, ranch activities, airport transfers from Tucson International Airport, four nights lodging and 3 days of cooking classes.

Double occupancy $1,100* per person  ~  Single occupancy $1,325*  

 including tax and service charge

Please call or send us an inquiry  for reservations

520.297.0252  or White Stallion Ranch

Don’t miss out this workshop fills up fast! Book today!

Workshop is Limited to 12 guests

to provide each student plenty of time with the Chef

Happy Trails!

 Be sure to let White Stallion Ranch know that you heard about the workshop through RanchSeeker.

Join us at Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch for a Family Vacation or Reunion during the Spring or Summer!

1/26/2017 12:58:23 PM

This blog is being re-shared from Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch blog 

We open in March and the weather is lovely here in the spring with lots of warm sunny days and very low chance of precipitation. Unlike many places in the country, the weather here at the ranch is typically dry: Perfect for your spring break family vacation or reunion.

Summer weather is also lovely. We are located in the mountains at 6,500 feet elevation. Days are pleasantly warm and nights cool down to around 60 degrees. We love to wade and swim in the creek during the summer!


Here is what you can expect during a stay at our ranch:

-Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch is a Small Family Run Ranch. We have only 4 cabins and take a maximum of 12-16 guests. Because of this we are able to give our guests more personal attention. You tell us what you want your family’s time at the ranch to be like!

-This is a great place to spend Quality Time with your Family having FUN! In today’s busy world it can be hard for families to find time to spend together. Everyone has their own schedule and often it is not even possible to have a meal together. At our small ranch, families spend their time together: you will ride horses, eat meals together, relax around a campfire, hike, swim in the creek, play games, line dance, and make memories together that will last a lifetime!

-Explore Nature: We are located in the middle of the 3.3 million acre Gila National Forest. This is a great place for families to escape the hustle and bustle of town and city life. Wildlife is plentiful here including large herds of elk, many types of birds, mule deer, javelina, eagles, and much more.  It is a great place to learn about and experience the beauty of our natural world. We love sharing our knowledge of the flora, fauna and wildlife with our guests! And the scenery you will see by horseback is unparalleled: deep canyons with crystal clear spring fed stream running through them, mountain overlooks, open meadows, ponderosa forests- the variety is endless.

-Go Back in Time and Learn about the History of the Area: The Mimbres people were in this area from 200-1150 AD. Right in our area there are remains of pit houses, cliff dwellings and pictographs (rock paintings) that we take our guests to explore. You can even find 1,000 year old pottery shards and sometimes arrowheads! (All artifacts must be left where they are). This is unique because these archeological sites are not part of a National Park and there will be no one else there! Later, the Chiricahua Apaches were also in this area and Geronimo’s birthplace is within 15 miles of our ranch! Even more recently Cowboys and Basque Sheepherders stayed in the area and made shelters which remain today. There is also evidence of Tin Mining from the 1930’s and 40’s.


–Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch is a great place for a Small Family Reunion! If there are between 8-16 people in your group you will have the ranch to yourselves and our undivided attention!

Happy Trails!

Cowgirl Getaways at Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch

1/10/2017 12:51:50 PM

Do you have a group of ladies you love to ride with? Join Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch for a Cowgirl Getaway with your girlfriends!

If you have a group of 8-10 people you will have the ranch to yourselves and their undivided attention.

Ride through incredible deep canyons with crystal clear streams running through them. See the 3.3 million acre Gila National Forest from high mountain overlooks. Learn about the history of the area and the people who lived here over 1,000 years ago. Escape. Explore. Experience.

For more information: Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch


Geronimo Trails Guest Ranch, located in Winston New Mexico, is open March through mid-November. Here you will find a real western adventure! Horseback riding or hiking takes guests through beautiful forests of tall Ponderosa pine, through astounding deep canyons with sheer towering walls and crystal clear streams. From the “Top of the World” guests view more than 3 million acres of the Gila National Forest, the Aldo Leopold and Gila Wildernesses. The ranch features comfortable, attractive accommodations, warm hospitality, a relaxed atmosphere, great food, and lots of adventure.


Let RanchSeeker help you find the ideal guest ranch vacation today!

Happy Trails!

Don’t Miss out on Southern Cross Guest Ranch’s Specials

1/3/2017 12:49:40 PM

Southern Cross Guest Ranch, considered “One of America’s Best Dude Ranches” by Travel + Leisure Magazine, features quality All-Inclusive vacations in a horse lover’s paradise. The ranch is best known for its exceptional hands-on horseback riding program with unguided riding opportunities, and is also home to well over 150 quality Paint and Quarter horses. Conveniently located in Central Georgia’s Historic Heartland and within an hour’s drive from Atlanta the ranch prides itself in providing good old southern hospitality, delightful accommodations, delectable cuisine and stimulating activities all year round. Here you will rediscover life’s more simple pleasures. Now for a limited time only the ranch is offering 3 guest ranch vacation specials:

Just $89/person/night – All-Inclusive with 2x Daily Riding 

Lowest rates of the year! All-Inclusive meals and riding 2x daily- from just $89 per person per night! For new reservations January 1 – February 16, 2017! 

When you’re located south of the Mason-Dixon Line, you can stay open 12 months a year, and we’ve got a super special for those who like to get a riding vacation in during Georgia’s very mild winter months. A limited number of Category 2 rooms (king-sized bed, private bath) are available starting at $89 per person per night, (rate based on double occupancy, 5 or more nights). 3 or 4-night stays are also available for $97/person/night or $105/person/night, respectively.

For single-occupancy just add $23/night. Category 3 room upgrades (better views, larger rooms) are available for an additional $10 per person per night.

Promo Code: COZY89

Expires: Jan 31, 2017*


Southern Cross Guest Ranch

BOOK 2017 NOW at 2016 Rates or Below!

Here’s a limited-time offer: Southern Cross Ranch is about to move to their 2017 rate schedule, but from now until January 31, they are offering 2016 year rates for new 2017 reservations! And for certain dates next year, there is an ADDITIONAL 15% discount off the 2016 rates for any NEW reservations in the following 2017 dates:

Feb 23 – Mar 15 (excluding Mar 3-4)

May 30 – June 9

July 8 – Aug 31

Sept 5- Sept 14

Dec 3 – Dec 18

This is a rare opportunity to enjoy one of America’s most popular guest ranches during some of the most popular dates, and to save some money, too! Book by Jan 23rd to lock in these savings!

Promo Code: DEAL16

Expires: Jan 23, 2017*

Two Free Nights in 2017 

Get TWO nights FREE when booking 5-nights or longer (starting at $780/person)

All dates in 2017 except: Mar 20 – Apr 29 and Oct 1 – 21.

The 5-night All-Inclusive rate is already a multi-night discount, but you can upgrade to a full week for FREE.  Or, pay for 7-nights or longer on the weekly rate and stay 2 more nights FREE.

Promo Code: 2FREE

Expires: Feb 28, 2017*

Specials above may not be combined with other discounts or promotions. Advance reservations required, limited number of rooms, valid for new reservations only. Book early – not guaranteed until booked as some dates may no longer be available before expiration date. For reservations, call 706-342-8027

Let RanchSeeker help you find the ideal guest ranch vacation today!

Happy Trails!

Frost & Fire Winter Celebration at The Ranch at Rock Creek

1/2/2017 12:00:00 AM

February 14th is just around the corner and although any time during the year is a great time to visit one of RanchSeeker’s beautiful guest ranches Valentine’s Day is a wonderful reason to book a last minute getaway with that special someone in your life. Take romance to the next level and book a vacation stay where you will be surrounded by nature, wildlife, clean air and a star-filled night sky. Book a spa appointment for two, get outdoors and  try one of the various fun activities available for your enjoyment. When the sun dips below the horizon enjoy a romantic dinner and afterwards take in the breathtaking view of a star-filled sky .This Valentine’s Day why not consider The Ranch at Rock Creek in Philipsburg, Montana

FROST & FIRE WINTER CELEBRATION

Book between February 14 and 21, 2017

Resist the urge to hibernate this winter. Getaway with friends, family or your sweetheart and delight in the snowy splendor of Big Sky Country. Over Valentine’s Day and President’s Day Weekend, you can enjoy special seasonal offerings, including complimentary group yoga and Snowga, as well as gourmet tasting menus, a barn dance, a wood fire barbeque and a Valentine’s Day dinner. Spend your days skiing, skating, snowshoeing and snowmobiling and your nights relaxing by firelight or enjoying the Silver Dollar Saloon.


Whether you’re looking for a romantic weekend with your spouse, a family vacation over winter break or a ski weekend with a group of friends, our variety of accommodations and abundant snow sports allow you to tailor the celebration to your needs.

CELEBRATION DETAILS

  • Our all-inclusive rates include luxury accommodations, all gourmet meals, snacks, premium wine, beer and spirits (excluding reserve wines and liquor), on-ranch activities, daily children’s activities, guides, gear and round-trip ground transportation to and from Missoula, Butte and Anaconda airports upon request.
  • Weekend festivities include complimentary Snowga, as well as tasting menus, a barn dance and champagne tasting.
  • Rates start at $1,800 per accommodation, per night, based on standard occupancy, plus 20% Ranch Fee.
  • Minimum three-night stay, based on availability.


So what are you waiting for surprise that special someone today and take advantage of this great guest ranch special.

Happy Trails!

Let RanchSeeker help you find the ideal guest ranch vacation.

Spring Summer Bonanza Rates 2017 at White Stallion Ranch

12/14/2016 11:28:29 AM

It’s never too early to plan your spring vacation! White Stallion Ranch’s 2017 Spring Vacation package offers their best rates in near perfect weather.

Sun, May 14th, 2017 – Sun, June 11th 2017

This special is as golden as the desert in bloom. Bask in the warm early summer sun and enjoy the multitude of desert blossoms on the Palo Verde trees, ironwood trees, saguaro, and cholla cacti. It’s a Kodak moment everywhere you turn. You will find yourself delighted with the frolics of their new-born Longhorn calves. This time of year is also fantastic riding weather!

The packages include lodging, all meals, horseback riding (except Sundays), cookouts, airport transfers from the Tucson International Airport, and daily ranch activities.

FOUR NIGHTS – FIVE DAYS
Double: $735.00/person* ($183.75/extra nights)
Single: $800.00/person* ($200.00/extra nights)
Deluxe Single: $1075.00*  ($268.75/extra nights)
Third person: $438.00*  ($109.50/extra nights)


White Stallion Ranch

SEVEN NIGHTS – EIGHT DAYS
Double: $1,220.00/person* ($174.29/extra nights)
Single: $1,332.00/person* ($190.29/extra nights)
Deluxe Single: $1,790.00* ($255.72/extra nights)
Third person: $731.00* ($104.43/extra nights)

*rates are subject to 8.1% tax and 15% service charge

White Stallion Ranch (/Search/DetailView?id=303 ) is a traditional dude ranch located in Tucson, Arizona that has been in the True family for almost fifty years. Nestled at the base of the beautiful Tucson Mountains on 3,000 acres of pristine Sonoran Desert you will be surrounded by rugged mountains, cactus and unspoiled desert. With several different rides to choose from first-time trailblazers to life-long riders will have ample time to enjoy the beauty of the desert from atop a horse. The True family has one of the largest privately owned herds in Arizona which means they have the right horse for every guest.


White Stallion Ranch

The White Stallion ranch is an authentic western guest ranch that has been carefully blended with the service and quality of a fine resort. The True family and their staff look forward to having you and your loved ones visit them on your next vacation.

Happy Trails!

Let RanchSeeker help you find your ideal guest ranch vacation today!

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