Vineyard Camping at Bad Rat Ranch

Great little getaway spot. Full kitchen, comfy bed, and full bathroom. Great spot to listen to the rain.

Jessica K.

11 reviews

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· October 2025

See you next time, Bad Rat!

Tent ·

Bad Rat ranch is a lovely, charming place. Merrick was a generous and kindhearted host, and Ceviche was the perfect welcoming committee. We hope to come back when the weather is a little warmer and dryer!

Meagan F.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· September 2025

Great place for a weekend trip. The tiny house was clean and comfortable. The vineyard is serene and close to several wine tasting places. My pup and I had a great time roaming around the ranch.

Angie L.

4 reviews

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· September 2025

21 ft Class B ·

Marek and Ceviche were great hosts, he came down after we got back from our day seeing the valley and sat and talked with us, explaining details about the his vineyard, the surrounding area and some of his adventures. Great location, quiet and at night great for stargazing. Highly recommend his ranch and Marek is nice and friendly

Tim C.

3 reviews

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· September 2025

We had a very good time at the tiny house. It was very peaceful and Ceviche made our stay even more special. The house is very comfy and has everything you need. Marek is very friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend it!

Mariana Kelly V.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· September 2025

19 ft campervan ·

Marek’s place is absolutely beautiful, peaceful, and exactly what I needed. He was so accommodating and kind and I would stay there again in a heartbeat!

Heather H.

2 reviews

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· September 2025

Bad rat ranch!

Tent ·

We arrived after sunset and Marek was very helpful in getting us settled in. The land was beautiful and quite remote, we had a great view of the stars. We were driving a U-Haul and the road to get there was a little bumpy, so keep that in mind if you are staying here while moving!

Anna M.

4 months on Hipcamp

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· September 2025

Marek's property is really special! Tucked away from the main roads and few neighbors. Beautiful views in the day and stars at night. There was cell service on property and the guesthouse was easy to find.

Celia L.

2 reviews

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· September 2025

Tent · With pets ·

We had a great time camping on Marek’s land. He is a kind and welcoming host, always prompt and ready to share plenty of interesting stories. His dog, Ceviche, was such a sweet and friendly companion during our stay. The property was clean, easy to access, and the directions were clear, which made everything simple and stress-free. Highly recommend staying here, thank you Marek for making our trip so enjoyable!

Vivek J.

4 months on Hipcamp

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· September 2025

TICKED ALL THE BOXES!

Serene Scenery ✅ Tranquility ✅ Clean Space ✅ Well Equipped Cabin ✅ Friendly & Gracious Host✅ Adorable Dog✅ Unforgettable Experience ✅ Everything I wanted for a much needed peaceful getaway was met. The vineyard is as it was described and more. Amazing backdrop to an adorable and quaint little home. The window on the top overlooking the vineyard made sunrises and sunsets really special. A beautiful vineyard and little gazebo you can tell lots of life was put into this place. Ceviche the dog was so sweet and gentle. Marek was especially friendly and attentive. Great conversations with him. Checked in on me once a day to make sure all was well. PRO: no mosquitoes! I was so happy to bring my own hammock and placed it under the big tree and loved picking some grapes hanging all over the big tree! What an amazing first Hipcamp experience. So many great locations I was looking into but something about that tiny home and pictures of the vineyard really called out to me and I am SOOOO happy I chose this place. It will be hard to choose other places for my next trip. I know I will be back.

S G.

5 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2025

Relaxing at the ranch

With pets ·

My partner and I stayed in Marek's tiny home and couldn't have had a better experience. We soaked in the hot tub, strolled around the ranch, and grilled in the evening. Also, the tiny home has a great view from the loft, we woke up to stunning sunrises both mornings we were at the ranch! The landscapes were stunning, and super fun to paint. Marek was great company, and we enjoyed chatting with him and learning more about his ranch and adventures. To top it off, his dog Ceviche is the sweetest :)

Luna C.

4 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2025

Vineyard Tiny House

We had an amazing night at Marek's property. Both him and his dog were very friendly and welcoming. The tiny house had everything we needed for a night indoors after a few days camping. The horses, outdoor seating, and sunset were a plus! We'll definitely remember this spot for next time. Thanks Marek!

Spencer O.

5 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2025

With pets ·

I just loved staying in The Tiny House. Both it and the cottage close by were really well appointed and well maintained. I spent a most restful and serene few days relaxing in the breeze by the green, berry-laden vines. So peaceful! Marek is a very generous and considerate host, with a ton of local knowledge - and I can highly recommend Bad Rat Ranch to fellow Hipcampers. There's something here for everyone. Thank you, Marek.

Pippa A.

4 reviews

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· July 2025

Unique experience and very nice place to stay. Marek is extremely friendly and pleasant host. We will be coming back 👍

Petro S.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· July 2025

Beautiful and high quality finish tiny house with view over the vineyard. Marek is very kind and helpful!

Wouter V.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· July 2025

Wonderful Stay

The guesthouse is a nice little unit with all the needed amenities. The farm is lovely and quaint with animals to interact with. But the really nice touch was the host who constantly ensured we had everything we needed and provided recommendations to nearby attractions. Will definitely be back!

Beau C.

5 reviews

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· July 2025

With pets ·

Marek and his dog Ceviche were so welcoming and the Tiny House was adorable. It has everything you need and the farm is a beautiful and peaceful setting. A highlight was getting to feed carrots to the horses on the neighboring property!

Rachel E.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Really unique and awesome !

Tent ·

Super cool spot! He also hosts wwoofers so I decided to stick around and spend the next few weeks here volunteering until my summer job starts.

Julianna P.

7 reviews

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· May 2025

Cute stay, exactly as pictured

With pets ·

Very simple place to stay on a vineyard. Marek is a great host and is very friendly and generous. The place is pretty much exactly as described and pictured. It gets nice and chilly at night with good airflow so we hardly needed the AC unit, except during the daytime. Our dogs loved playing together all day and we enjoyed going to a wine tasting, petting horses and cows, and having a little cookout all together. We would stay again!

Layal S.

3 reviews

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· May 2025

30 ft Class B ·

It was beautiful spot! Host Marek was really nice and quiet spot. Definitely visit again. Road to his Vineyard had some rough spots but our 2WD class B Travato with motorcycle trailer made through fine. Thanks to Marek we had great time!

Susan S.

4 reviews

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· May 2025

With pets ·

Awesome host and accommodations!!! It was comfortable and had a beautiful view of the vineyard. Perfect place to stay if you want to visit Harbin hot springs.

Nathaniel D.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

Laid back Vineyard Vibe

21 ft travel trailer ·

Beautiful vineyard setting in the rolling CA hills. Marek is a wonderful host, took us to a couple amazing wineries nearby, one of which 6 Sigma has a nice set of fast mountain bike trails on the property! The campsite includes a fun outdoor shower, portable toilet, power hook-up and the company of his very friendly dog Ceviche. Quiet all day long, full sun or shade under the trampoline “awning.” We loved our stay, wish we could have stayed longer.

Rodd P.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

The tiny home was a perfect country retreat to get away from city life. It was so quiet and peaceful. Mark was a kind host!

Tahlia H.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· January 2025

13 ft pop-up camper ·

Marek was incredibly generous and kind during our stay! He offered us the guest house because there was so much rain. The land is beautiful and quiet, and still close enough to everything you need.

Caitlin D.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· December 2024

I would recommend!

12 ft pop-up camper · With pets ·

He was a very friendly and accommodating host, his dog Ceviche was so adorable.

Valerie J.

3 reviews

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· December 2024

Cozy November stay

16 ft car ·

We actually stayed in the tiny house because it was not reserved, and we loved it! It's definitely a true tiny house but we found it very comfortable. The loft is just a little bit bigger than the bed that's up there (queen sized) and it was so cozy and quiet. Loved waking up to beautiful sunrises. I saw one review mention the tiny house is too close to the host's house, and while they do share a driveway, we did not hear one sound from the main house and none of the windows face the main house directly. Yes, there are spiders in the house. It's sitting in a meadow area with grasses and plants and other bug-friendly things. I took three spiders outside and thought nothing of it. I'm picky about sheets and towels so I brought my own. The heater was nice and toasty but I appreciated that it was so quiet. I appreciated that Marek let us charge our Chevy Volt :) I would definitely stay here again! It definitely feels like camping, but with some comforts like the hot shower and cozy loft.

Sydney S.

2 reviews

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· November 2024

35 ft travel trailer ·

Marek was incredibly kind and welcoming. I enjoyed getting to know him and spending time among the vineyards. The land is such a peaceful place to unwind and get refreshed. The road getting there and out again can be a little bit rough. I have a 20 ft travel trailer that I pull with a 2WD pickup. If you have something longer, I would be weary. Camper vans seem to be best for this location, but if you have a powerful truck, you’ll be fine.

Hannah H.

21 reviews

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· November 2024

a real retreat !

We stayed at the Tiny House, which was very small and cozy! The land is absolutely stunning and as peaceful as it gets! We got a bit of rain in the morning which made it extra cozy. Then as the sun peaked out around noon, we got to experience the vastness of the land and a stroll around the vineyard with Cheviche the dog, who made the whole experience even more friendly as we were missing our dog. We grilled our dinner in the evening and Marek was so accommodating and helpful with everything we needed on site. He is a friendly host and offered wine and play with instruments in the evening! This is not a luxury camp!! There might be a little dust in the corners and the bed was not the best on my achy joints, but for an overnight and the price, it’s a little gem!

Jósa G.

4 reviews

Not recommend

· November 2024

Spider infested & not clean

With kids ·

It was not a great experience really at all. I had booked this location at last minute and although Marek had accepted the offer, it was not a comfortable sleeping arrangement at all. At first Marek had said they didn't receive the offer for the Tiny House, but gave us address anyways and said they would meet my cousin on the property when they arrived with her daughter and dog. Marek then offered the bigger site for an extra price stating no one was there. He lingered a little too close for my cousins liking and was asking odd questions. She had to tell him 3 times that she was just wanted to unpack and go to bed before he finally left her alone. Then inside the bigger house that he charged her more for, the house was filthy. The walls were covered in webs and daddy long legs, the kitchen was dirty, the floors, the couch. I understand this is a hipcamp location but I would have expected a bit of a cleaner place especially when you charge someone more under the table. I have used hipcamp for several locations and have never had felt unsafe or uncomfortable. I would not recommend this location for solo females or really anyone unless you don't mind stained pillows, dirty stained couches, trash in cupboards, dirty kitchen stove and counter, dead cockroach in cupboards as well as spiders crawling EVERYWHERE and webs all over the place plus a host that does not understand personal space. The house he lives in is also VERY close to the tiny house and bigger house. Do not go here.

Kristen S.

7 reviews

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· November 2024

With pets ·