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The Ranch Retreat

Hosted by Mitch · Paicines, California

2 sites · Lodging · 3400 acres

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Enjoy your visit to our historic California Cattle Ranch, staying in one of our romantic cabins, topping off your “Ranch Retreat” experience. The Gabilan Mountains are calling you to experience their majestic views of Oaks and rolling hills atop the Panoche Pass. Forty-five minutes south of Hollister on a road less traveled, see some of the most beautiful California landscape unscathed. Bird watch, paint, or do whatever you enjoy most with your most gracious hosts. The space What to expect: A million stars on clear nights and crisp mornings overlooking the rolling hills from large, picturesque windows. Peaceful surroundings with minimal traffic on the one road through the area. Things will be a little slower out here on the ranch; expect to take your time while doing things and savor the simple arts of cooking and visiting. These rustic homes were built in the 1930's and have many of the original details, so expect charming chippy paint on the original pane windows. We are also on a well which is rich in minerals, so expect rust-marked porcelain tubs, a different flavor to the drinking water. We are a working cattle ranch. When the cows are in the lower pastures, expect farm animal noises and sights. There may be critters around, including cats whose job is to keep the many mice away and wild animals that sometimes meander on through on their way to the nearby watering hole. Guest access Guests may access the yards around their homes and the shared covered outdoor kitchen anytime. Please do not go into any of the white outbuildings or behind them. You may access the Ranch trails outside of the PG&E camp with permission. You must sign a liability release as well as text us to check in and check out. Other things to note We love well-behaved, well-socialized, vaccinated pets. Please note that this is a pet-friendly property; there will be other animals on-site, so yours must be friendly and kept on a leash at all times. You may not leave your pet in the house when leaving the compound area.

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The Ranch Retreat "The Saddle"

Cabin · Sleeps 4 · 1 toilet

Enjoy your visit to our historic California Cattle Ranch, staying in one of our romantic cabins, topping off your “Ranch Retreat” experience. The Gabilan Mountains are calling you to experience their majestic views of Oaks and rolling hills atop the Panoche Pass. Forty-five minutes south of Hollister on a road less traveled, see some of the most beautiful California landscapes unscathed. Bird watch, paint, or do whatever you enjoy most with your most gracious hosts. The space What to expect: A million stars on clear nights and crisp mornings overlooking the rolling hills from large, picturesque windows. Peaceful surroundings with minimal traffic on the one road through the area. Things will be a little slower out here on the ranch; expect to take your time while doing things and savor the simple arts of cooking and visiting. These rustic homes were built in the 1930's and have many of the original details, so expect charming chippy paint on the original pane windows. We are also on a well which is rich in minerals, so expect rust-marked porcelain tubs, a different flavor to the drinking water. We are a working cattle ranch. When the cows are in the lower pastures, expect farm animal noises and sights. There may be critters around, including cats whose job is to keep the many mice away and wild animals that sometimes meander on through on their way to the nearby watering hole. Guest access Guests may access the yards around their homes and the shared covered outdoor kitchen anytime. Please do not go into any of the white outbuildings or behind them. You may access the Ranch trails outside of the PG& E camp with permission. You must sign a liability release as well as text us to check in and check out. Other things to note We love well-behaved, well-socialized, vaccinated pets. Please note that this is a pet-friendly property; there will be other animals on-site, so yours must be friendly and kept on a leash at all times. You may not leave your pet in the house when leaving the compound area.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

No picnic table

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The Ranch Retreat "The Stall"

Cabin · Sleeps 4 · 1 bed · 1 toilet

Experience a stay like no other in the historic Ranch Retreat bunkhouses from the 1930's on this working cattle ranch in the glorious Gabilan Mountains. Smack dab in the middle of California. Lounge under the Majestic Oaks as you bird watch, paint, write, or hike through the rolling hills where Hammond Livestock Company raise their grass fed cattle. Just down a country road from Mercy Hot Springs, Pinnacles State Park, Panoche Hills Observatory, San Benito Historic Park, and so much more! The space "The Stall" is one of 3 bunkhouses available on the Ranch. This minty green gem is perfect for a romantic getaway or some peace and solace. Although you may hear a tractor or cow in the distance. Stargazing abounds in these rustic homes on the road less traveled. This is a two-bedroom, one-bath space with a full kitchen and sun room offering views across the hillside. You have an outdoor BBQ and firepit all to yourself, or you can join the festivities with your neighbors in a shared outdoor picnic space, or learn to rope like a real cowboy with the steel practice cow. Guest access Guests may access the yards around their homes and the shared covered outdoor kitchen anytime. Please do not go into any of the white outbuildings or behind them. You may access the Ranch trails outside of the PG&E camp with permission. You must sign a liability release as well as text us to check in and check out. We love well-behaved, well-socialized, vaccinated pets. Please note that this is a pet-friendly property; there will be other animals on-site, so yours must be friendly and kept on a leash at all times. You may not leave your pet in the house when leaving the compound area. Other things to note What to expect: A million stars on clear nights and crisp mornings overlooking the rolling hills from large, picturesque windows. Peaceful surroundings with minimal traffic on the one road through the area. Things will be a little slower out here on the ranch; expect to take your time while doing things and savor the simple arts of cooking and visiting.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

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Location

Paicines, San Benito County, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Mitch H.

Joined in May 2026