LUXURY DUDE RANCH IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, COLORADO
For those of you who have been at the ranch over the years, you may remember Dace standing in front of the campfire saying, “Around here, we don’t say goodbye. We say come back home real soon.” That is his hallmark statement for anyone leaving the ranch. At this time, it becomes our turn to…
Every once in awhile we have a guest show up without a reservation – it’s okay though, because they’re not really looking for a place to stay. Just something to nibble on before they get back on the trail. I’m talking about our wildlife visitors! Chipmunks and songbirds are ubiquitous. Deer are also common. They…
I received this wonderful email the other day, and it was a great reminder of the little ways people take home pieces of Vista Verde in their hearts, and in their kitchens in this case. Steph, It’s a miracle! Thanks to Cholly and his wonderful cooking class on Bread-making. I finally know how to make…
When most of us think of a western dude ranch, we think of horses, cowboys, and possibly the cattle. Our minds conjure up images of open vistas, traversing the open-range on horseback. But what does the west have to offer someone who – gasp – isn’t into horses? Believe it or not, we do have…
Often times, guests get better photos than any professional photographer can capture at the ranch. That is the advantage of staying at a place for an extended period of time- you have more chances of being at the right place at the right time. We always appreciate it when our guests share a…
There’s nothing quite like cowboy style. The distinctive hat, the yoke-backed shirt, the big belt buckle, boots, and chaps. Add spurs and a bandana around the neck and you’ve got yourself a western hero. Whether it’s because of his Texas roots or his handlebar moustache, no one has western style quite like our wrangler Nathan.…
Chef Cholly’s has another delightful summertime appetizer for us this month: a summer vegetable tempura paired with a light and flavorful ponzu dipping sauce. Delicious! Although fried, the light tempura batter keeps this vegetable appetizer fresh and crisp and the zesty ponzu dipping sauce adds an Asian twist – perfect for a hot summer day.…
I had the opportunity to join Steph and Kelli last Thursday for Wild Yoga. Where “old west” meets “new west,” this experience truly offers the best of both worlds. Guests have the option of riding horseback or hiking out the the serene outdoor yoga spot. I opted to hike with Kelli, but many of the…
There are so many reasons why I love the ranch staff at Vista Verde. Overall, they are just fun people, and who doesn’t want to work with people who are fun? But, I had a reminder of some of the other reasons I think they are all so great this past week. Our housekeepers are often…
Once a month during the summer, we try to gather our staff together for some good old-fashioned fun. It’s a chance to kick back, relax and let off some steam together. Last night, we gathered for a late-night game of Capture the Flag out at Homestead cabin – complete with all-black ninja-wear and color-coded glow…
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