| ACCOMMODATIONS FOR HORSE GUESTS & GUEST HORSES: Granite Peaks Ranch is a working horse ranch with 3 cabins on premises that were built in 1936. They are in excellent condition and are an historic part of our property. They are fully furnished in rustic country decor with modern appliances and all the conveniences of "home". All you need to bring are your groceries. Reservations are recommended. The following rates are based on guest horses staying daily or weekly. Monthly rates are also available. ABOUT OUR CABINS THE RIVER-HOUSE CABIN is a 4 room clapboard sided cabin near the banks of the Pine River and situated by itself. It has two bedrooms (two single beds in one, a double bed in the other) each has its own closet. Dressers and vanitiesin all bedrooms.Living room has futon and sofa, table/chairs; the large country kitchen features an old cook stove (for looks) and has the original wood counter-top and cabinets, pantry, and table/chairs. The bathroom has an old fashioned tub (with added shower attachment) and is decorated antique. There is a mud room in the back. This is the biggest cabin and can accomodate up to 8 people. There is a phone jack in this cabin for telephone / computer use. **Telephone requested upon arrival and we will supply you that phone number. A minimum fee is charged and a long distance calls should be placed with your own telephone calling card. THE CREEK-HOUSE CABIN is also a 4 room cabin, made of chinked logs and is next to the horse paddocks. Two bedrooms with closets and dressers/vanities, living room with futon, sofa and table/chairs, and kitchen. The bathroom has full shower. No telephone line in this cabin. THE LINCOLN CABIN is our smallest cabin featuring two rooms and is also chinked logged. The bedroom/sitting area has a queen size bed and single bed, loveseat, chair and dressers. The kitchen has table/chairs and the bathroom has full shower. No telephone line in this cabin. There is a telephone in the BARN which all guests are allowed to use. Bring your telephone calling card for any long distance calls. Local calls are free. We take pride in preserving our historic cabins which have hardwood floors, wood sided walls and the exteriors are oiled to preserve them from nature's elements. The original metal roofing is still holding up very well since they were built. Many of our guests ask us about them and we take pride in reviving their history....during story telling campfire gatherings. All cabins have campfire rings that are set up with high standards of safety. Each cabin has a frost free water spigot nearby, and you can gather firewood from our wood pile to make your campfire for cooking or roasting mashmellows, or just to cozy up around. ALL paper goods are stocked in the cabin for your convenience such as toilet paper, dinner napkins, paper towels. The cabin supplies that are kept on hand (as standard stock supplies are: salt/pepper, sugar, dish soap/bathroom soap, plastic garbage bags, fire extinguisher, stick matches, all eating utensils, glassware, plates, mugs, bowls, pots and pans, dust pan/broom, disinfectant wipes, dish towels, sponges, cleanser, and all bathroom towels included). ADDITIONAL TOWELS, PILLOWS, BLANKETS, THROW RUGS, and LINENS upon request, but we do keep some extra in the closets. OTHER ANEMITIES OFFERED AS A CONVIENCE TO OUR HORSE GUESTS & GUEST HORSES: (there is no charge for these anemities) * Laundry services available at the main house * HOT TUBS - we have two "Snorkel Stove" hardwood hot tubs that seat up to three people in each. These are natural hot tubs, where they are heated with firewood (always kept stacked nearby) to make the water hot. Because they are not constantly in use, when you do want to use them--especially after a long day riding, either let us know, or remember to have someone start "stoking the stove" at least 3 hours before you plan on using them. * Fresh natural running water in the horse paddocks. * Salt blocks in paddocks and salt in stall mangers. * Firewood for the campfire rings and hot tubs. * Weekly housekeeping, if you are staying past a week. * Tack and feed can be kept in our barn tack/feed room. * We will feed your horses if you are planning an all day trip to area attractions/sites, bring them in to their stalls if you are using stalls at night and we make sure their water buckets are full. * Water and electric available for those needing it for their rigs. * Bedding for stalls supplied upon arrival. * Taking you on initial tour of the ranch via vehicle or horseback. * Use of our computer, fax, copy machine if you need to send or do something while on vacation. Our Horse Guests are welcome to ride the entire ranch and we encourage riders to practice good horsemanship while on the premises. Our ranch is an excellent source for those wanting to train their horses in a natural environment. The Pine River runs along one side and th USFS Trail on the other, so "riding the loop" (part on ranch, part on trail) becomes an easy one hour warm up ride. There are various gates along the trail for easy access. Fishing is prohibited on the ranch as a courtesy to other families who purchased some land from us for this exclusive reason. However, fishing/fly fishing can be enjoyed without intrusion "Off Ranch" by going off the ranch property into the Weminuche Wilderness section, where you can fish on public land. Fishing licences can be purchased at area businesses at Vallecito Lake. We are a working horse ranch with livestock on premises all summer. When you drive into the ranch, it's not uncommon to see horses surrounding you, or on the ranch road. If you have to honk your horn they will move out of your way. There is a 15 MPH speed limit on our ranch driveway, which is dirt road and a mile long once you come through our main gate. Owners are responsible for the care and upkeep of their own horses while staying at the ranch. We will assist you with anything you may need and we have grass - locally grown hay available at cost. WEEKLY BOARDING RATES: Plan A One Week (7 nights) for those bringing their own horses and needing equestrian accommodations. $450/week per horse (up to 2) $300/week per additional horse. 10% Discount on 5 or more horses. Box Stalls include bedding and a complimentary bale of hay awaits your horse/s. Turnout in paddock above the barn. Advance requests if you are bringing in a stallion. Pick the cabin that suits your needs (above) Owners responsible for the care of their own horses. DEPOSIT: $200 UPON RESERVATION. Plan B One Week (7 nights) for horse people coming in to camp with their horses. $200/week (1) horse; add $150/week each additional horse. 10% Discount on 5 or more horses. Water and electric availability. Designated area for horse trailers. Paddocks for horses, stalls upon request if available. Inquire about Group Rates. Advance requests if you are bringing a stallion. Owner responsible for the care of their own horses. DEPOSIT: $100 UPON RESERVATION. DAILY OR NIGHTLY BOARDING RATES: (Overnight stabling or Overnight Stays) Horse Guests and Guest Horses with their own LQ trailers: $35/per horse includes both stall and paddock. $25/per horse includes paddock only. Horse Guests and Guest Horses without LQ trailers: $75/per horse includes stall, paddock and accommodations. We recommend you call in advance to insure availability. No deposit is required for overnight arrivals. Paddocks are limited. OTHER INFORMATION: Horse travellers (interstate) required to have current (neg) Coggins, be current on vaccinations and obtain a Veterinary Health Certificate for travelling with your horses. We do allow dogs, that are well behaved and get along with people and other dogs. No Smoking inside Barn/area. Alcoholic beverage are at your discretion; please use common sense when riding your horses. DEPOSITS & RESERVATION POLICY: We understand that plans can change due to unforeseen circumstances. However, we do request that if you need to cancel your reservation you notify us as soon as possible. Deposits will be refunded, less 20% Office fee, if cancellation is made 14 days prior to your arrival date. Deposits will be refunded, less 10% Office fee, if cancellation is made 21 days prior to your arrival date. Deposits will be refunded, less 50% Office fee, if cancellation is made less than 14 days prior to your arrival date. Make checks payable to: Leslie Greco / GPR Balance due upon check-in - cash, check, travellers checks. Sorry we do not accept credit/debit cards. PayPal is another way to pay for your deposit or entire reservation. Special offers available for those who are coming up to see our "horses for sale" - call for details. (970) 884-2626 email: granitepeaksranch@sbcglobal.net |
