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    Bar SZ Ranch

    5.0 (79 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Peter R.

    My wife, son and I had one of the best weekends in a long while at Bar SZ Ranch! We were able to ride horses, feed and pet an amazing assortment of farm animals and relax in an incredibly beautiful place. Our hosts were all down to earth, truly kind and thoughtful people who you just want to spend more time with. We were hoping to find a place for a repeat visit and this is definitely it!

    My partner and I spent 2 nights at the ranch. He surprised me as he knew I was missing my horses As soon as we turned off the road I was so overwhelmed by the peace and beauty I started to tear up!! I had the Mustang experience which was awesome and the following day Michelle and I rode out for 3 hrs and the time went so fast. I was desperate to take it all in. The views, the ride, chatting to the lovely Michelle, the entire experience was so relaxing and views breathtaking. Amazing. I've been desperate to repeat it ever since and it's only been a couple of months! Should also add, my partner does not ride-he's a bit afraid of horses up close but he had a wonderful time relaxing and chatting to Tim about ranch life and how they came to be there. We went off season so the ranch house and lodge were both vacant and Tim invited us to check them out for future visits. I'm dreaming of a big family holiday in the ranch house in the not too distant future I know my animal crazy family would be so at home here.

    Trail riding

    I can't say enough wonderful things about this place and the amazing family who runs it. Their story is truly awe inspiring and just a few hours at the Bar SZ ranch will transport you to a stress free place where there is nothing but good people and beautiful country. The horses are all so well behaved and the trails are endlessly gorgeous. Ridding not your thing? No problem! Take a walk in the creek, a dip in the pool, or try your hands at BB guns or archery. Animal feeding time is a very special part of the day where you get to meet all the furry friends you could imagine! This place is perfect for kids, couples, and anyone who needs a vacation away from the city. Super reasonable prices are a plus, and safety always comes first. This is THE place to go, be it a family vacation, wedding or corporate getaway. ONE HUNDRED STARS!!!

    Heading out on the trail with a bunch of 7 to 10 year olds after 45min of training in the arena. Superb staff!
    Ron B.

    Went with a church group and camped in this spacious place. With over 600 acres to explore, there are virtually no boundaries. Went on guided horseback riding, archery, and hikes. They also had hayrides, swimming and a playground for the kids. Michelle and her crew do excellent with getting horse newbies of most any age competent and comfortable with these large, powerful and beautiful animals. Tim and the ranch hands are very anxious to make your stay pleasant and enjoyable. And it was. Weather you are a group of 10 or 100, I recommended checking out the Bar SZ.

    John H.

    What a special place. So genuine, beautiful and comfortable. - Hosts-Tim, Michelle, and the kids are so welcoming and are part of the experience. Really hard to replicate and hard to find better folks. - Lodging-grate options, from camping to tents and houses. - Activities-blast riding, shooting, cooking, and a host of other fun things to do.

    Ryel C.

    Talk about a great experience. If this place showed up on your search for the ranch life experience this is the place to be. Talk about a complete experience, as soon as you get here you feel as if you are one of their own. The staff on site makes everyone feel as if they are not strangers. The main dude Tim Bis a great guy, very attentive if there is anything we needed at almost any time of the day he was helpful in every way. Ten stars for hospitality for sure! It is a good feeling especially during feeding time and the animals are ready to start their day. To see each animal and see heir habits is a great experience. I personally enjoyed seeing the show pigs and had no clue those types of pigs existed. The weekend consisted of waking up feelings the animals and gathering the fresh eggs from the hen house. I was able to step into someone else's shoes for a week and and I enjoyed every minute and moment.

    Allie Y.

    We stayed in the Art House for 3 nights in July 2018. It was perfect for our huge family of 5 children (ages 8,5,3,3 & 1), 2 Babysitter's and my husband and I. At first we were worried there wouldn't be enough things to do with our kids (considering their ages and attention spans), but we quickly found out there was plenty! We enjoyed feeding/petting the farm animals, horse back riding, shooting, archery, hayrides, fire pit & s'more action... going back to the house for lunch/naps, quiet time, BBQing and having all the luxuries of a house. There is a Costco on the way in that we loaded up at as well as farm stands for produce. We brought an ice chest the size of a small coffin and didn't hold back as there is no grocery store near by. But oh how beautiful is it to leave it all behind. We enjoyed fresh eggs from the ranch every morning. Our bigger kids couldn't wait to go "egg hunting" in the chicken houses. Our oldest learned how to rope a (pretend) cow. Our 3-year-old twins (who are apprehensive toward all animals and are absolutely terrified of the Chick-fil-a cow) loved riding lessons with the horses. The looks on their proud faces was priceless! This summer we went to Maui, Santa Cruz and Lake Tahoe with the family and our very favorite was the ranch. It's like nothing we had experienced before. Tim and Michelle are such wonderful hosts who attend to our every question and "farm dream". They are the heartbeat of the farm and bring so much warmth, kindness and hospitality to the experience. Their love and knowledge for animals are as present and contagious as is their hearts to serve, improve, encourage, nourish and grow all things. They take in rescued animals as well as train up college students through a work program/certificate with something to do with caring for animals (sorry, can't remember the specifics here). Knowing both only added to my depth of appreciation for them and the privilege I felt that I crossed paths with them, as well as the ranch, this summer. We had looked at other ranch experiences that were "all inclusive" and we couldn't justify it. The price was too high and the schedules were too strict. We wanted a space where we could be us (accommodating all the naps, melt downs and needs of our family) and spend as much or as little time doing activities as we wanted (priced accordingly). This was a no-pressure, family centered, adventurous and memorable vacation.

    Goats to melt your icy soul.
    Andrew B.

    Go to Bar SZ Ranch - I'll definitely be going back! First off, Tim, Michelle, and their 3 kids are an inspiring family and generous hosts. Bar SZ Ranch has it all: Horses, goats, ducks, cats, goats, 'faith' the dog, sheep, goats, donkeys, a giant turkey, and baby goats... Baby goats that will melt your ice-cold soul into a blissful pond that you can then sit down next to while enjoying a refreshing beer. A group of us rented the whole place out. We hiked, shot targets, biked, rode horses, pet goats, laughed at goats, cried with goats, stared deeply into a goat's eyes, and lived a thousand years in just one breath. And then we left the ranch.. stronger, wiser, rejuvenated. If you want to get away from it all for a few days, sit by the fire, meet some awesome people, help out around an active ranch, and leave your troubles behind you.. then check out Bar SZ Ranch. You won't regret it. Find your inner goat.

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    Nushrat U.

    We came to celebrate our friend's birthday and had such a blast! I can't say enough wonderful things about this place, it's such a treasure. Tim, Michelle and their lovely children were so warm and welcoming and they did everything to ensure that we had a great time. I never rode a horse before but Michelle stayed by my side so I felt more secure. Though, I don't think there is a more mellow horse than Deuce! I loved playing with and petting the animals, especially the kittens. When you're surrounded by beautiful vistas and hear nothing but animal sounds in the distance you know you're in paradise. A few tips for future guests: it does get cold at night so you may want to bring a warm jacket and perhaps a space heater since our pellet stove malfunctioned on our last night (we stayed in the cabin by the Art House). They do give you plenty of blankets and towels so no need to pack your own. Do bring your own cups, plates and utensils if planning to eat outside by the picnic tables or bar. Our friend hired a pit master to cook dinner one night and it was awesome, so I would look into doing that if you can (check with the staff for details). There were two outlets in our room that weren't right near the bed so next time I'd definitely pack an extension cord. Make sure to bring enough food and drinks to last your whole stay since the closest store is about 45 min away. The wifi signal was okay, not great, so to ensure that all your payments go through for the activities, try to pay online ahead of time. Also, the Pinnacles National Park is about a 15 min drive from there; try to leave early or else there may be a long wait for the shuttle. This place was so fantastic I am thinking about planning another trip out here next year! There's something for everyone so you can't go wrong. You'll wish you could live at the ranch by the time you leave.

    J. N.

    I think it's safe to say this is the single best wedding venue in California. Consider the reasons: - It's gorgeous. It's just you and nature, with 660 acres of golden hills, which make for an epic backdrop during your wedding. The structures on the ranch add to the rustic feel. And the Art House makes for beautiful photos, too, with solid wood design and amazing views over the valley. And then there is that old oak tree on the hill that has overseen so many couples get married, including us. It is magical. - It's remote. That means you can party all night and no one will care. But it's not that hard to get to: It's just 2.5 hours south of San Francisco. The closest town is 40 minutes north, along a winding road. Your cellphone won't get service, which is perfect. (There's still WiFi in the houses if you really need it.) - The Borland family and ranch staff. Tim, Michelle, James, Rebekah, the ranch staff, and TIm and Michelle's children work so hard to make your wedding dream come to reality -- while just being the nicest, warmest people in the process. We can't thank you all enough for allowing us to celebrate our special day on your magnificent property. And thank you all so much for being so welcoming and warm. They are truly wonderful people! - It's good value. Renting the ranch for your wedding typically means you get the entire property for the whole weekend, including beds for up to 35 people. Then there's ample space for other guests to camp. And otherwise there is plenty of infrastructure there. - Most importantly, you have freedom. We ultimately chose the ranch because they allowed us to create the wedding we wanted: a party in the middle of a field that lasted until 5 a.m. So many other venues we considered had countless rules about where we could go, what vendors we had to use, when we could be there, etc. Bar SZ Ranch has very little of that. The ranch is your canvas from when you arrive on Friday to when you leave on Sunday, enabling you to create your very own wedding weekend. We are so thankful we chose Bar SZ Ranch and highly recommend it for any other couple looking to create a memorable, laid back wedding. Jack & Sonia

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    We visited the ranch several times (4-5) leading up to the wedding and each time, Tim was super accommodating.

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    Back-to-Eden Ranch

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    I'd just lost a family member and my boyfriend brought me here a few days after. It was such a…read morewonderful experience interacting with the animals and I even got to hold a baby bunny. This farm even had trampolines and a swing set which brought out my inner child. I loved how we could really take our time and just hang out. The owner was so kind and you can tell they truly love the animals and treat them well. Thank you so much for healing a little piece of my soul!

    This place restored my energy and gave me immense gratitude. I took a day off last Friday because I…read moremaxed out on accruing PTO. I have been short-staffed, so I wasn't able to take time off but w/ my team slowly getting back one by one, I knew I needed some time w/ myself doing what brings me the most joy. Growing up we had dogs and cats. Now I have 8 cats and I feed a small stray population (all fixed) in me neighborhood. But the more I work inside the semiconductor industry, the more I want to get away from the noise, the people, and be w/ the animals. When animals are hungry, they eat. When animals are tired, they sleep. When there are conflicts, they fight. They have no hidden agenda. They will love you unconditionally no matter what you bring to the table. Booking the reservation was easy. You pay half of it first to secure the timeslot. At the time of your reservation, you will be asked to pay the remaining balance. Paying cash will give you 10% off. You can bring children and even your dogs! They have a small area for kids to play. You can bring fruits/vegetables or purchase food for $10. All of their animals (cows, chickens, alpacas, goats, rabbits, and dogs) are secured. You can feed them, take selfies w/ them, and pet them but you cannot be inside the enclosures. The cats are healthy and friendly, they roam the property. There wasn't a single area I saw that wasn't maintained. Every animal and every enclosure were clean and well taken care of. Jasmine and Andrew were personable, friendly, and you can see how much love and patience they radiate. I cannot wait to head back. This time I will bring Gavin. From that day on, I decided to stop consuming lamb, goat, and a day after turkey. i am not trying to be vegan or a vegetarian but I wanted to reduce my carbon footprint what w/ all the AI data centers and the artic no longer being protected, I just feel it's my duty to do my part in helping preserve this planet not just for my kids, but for all living beings on this planet - mainly the animals.

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    We recently attended a wedding at Swank Farms. While the site is lovely, the staff was unorganized…read moreand not helpful. Appetizers/charcutier boards were being assembled as the guests waited. The guests were told the bar was not open and when it did open, there were no mixers for drinks and for $ 14.00, I received barely an inch of wine in my glass. Choose another venue for your event.

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