Shari and Tony Johnson, Chatfield, MN

“Can’t think of a better place to spend our honeymoon.”

Chef’s Corner: Date Pinwheel Holiday Cookie Recipe
This holiday cookie recipe is a special one to Melissa, our pastry chef extraordinaire! During her childhood, her family often made many Christmas cookies reserved only for the holidays. These were one of her favorites, and she’s excited that guests at the ranch get to enjoy them as well. They do take two days to…
December 6, 2023
Donate Today to Our Elk River Kipper Scholarship for the Holidays
The holidays are all about giving, and what better way to give than to give to the next generation of young academics? If you’ve been to Vista Verde, or know anything about the way we operate, you know that we place a high value on our community—and that community begins with our incredible staff from…
December 6, 2023
Check Out Our 2023 Holiday Gift Guide from Vista Verde Ranch
We’re excited to bring back our holiday gift guide for you this year to hopefully provide a little inspiration for those outdoor enthusiasts, foodies, and western lifestyle aficionados on your lists. This year, we compiled our favorite ranch vendors from years past as well as local small businesses from around Clark and Steamboat Springs that…
December 6, 2023
What to Expect During the Holidays at Vista Verde Ranch
Some of my most fond holiday memories are from when I was a child. After all, it is most often said that if you want to experience the magic of the season just look at it through the lens of children’s eyes. But as we grow older, the responsibilities and to-do lists of the holidays…
November 15, 2023