An upscale ranch in terms of our food, accommodations and program, Vista Verde Ranch still maintains the casual, family-like atmosphere of a true Western ranch with superb, friendly service and a peaceful, secluded setting. Our diverse selection of activities make VVR more than just a riding ranch. 

 

Guest Capacity: 40

 

Meeting Capacity: 30

 

Dates Open: from 06/01/2007 to 09/27/2008 and from 12/15/2007 to 03/19/2008

 

Riding Dates: from 06/01/2007 to 03/27/2008

 

Minimum Age For Independent Riding: 6 Years Old

 

Minimum Age Accepted at Ranch: 3 Years Old

 

Nearest Airport:
Yampa Valley Regional Airport/Hayden- 1 hour- Pickup
Denver- 3 1/2 hours- No Pickup

 

Lodging:
The private, luxurious log cabins range from one to three bedrooms with living rooms, wood stoves and hot tubs out on the deck. The convenient, spacious lodge rooms have comfortable sitting areas and balconies with mountain views. Amenities include snack bars, coffee makers, hairdryers plus much more. Daily maid service is included.

 

Recreation:
In addition to a fine riding program featuring small, personalized rides and helpful, informative clinics, our other programs- hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing, rock climibing and culinary sessions to name a few- are equally in-depth, adventuresome and just plain fun. In the winter months, our cross-country ski program leads the pack with customized tours through the untouched backcountry in addition to skate, classic and telemark opportunities. On the heels of that program are options such as snowsheoing, horseback riding, sleigh rides and more.

 

Food:
Our talented chefs prepare three bountiful meals each day. The meals vary from casual family style cookouts on the trail or the sundeck to elegant white tablecloth dinners served in the main lodge. Families eat together for most meals except for 4 nights when the kids have their own Dine 'n Dash dinner while the adults enjoy a longer, more gourmet dinner. The Chefs also offer a weekly cooking class and wine tasting.

 

ACTIVITIES
Children's Program:
While we encourage families to participate in our many adventures together, we have well-organized and imaginative children's and teen's programs for those times when they prefer to pursue their separate interests with their newly found friends.
Minimum Age: 3     Maximum Age: 18

Swimming: One of a kind Fountain deck and Steamboat Lake
Cattle Activities: Cattle gathering. Team penning.
Fishing: guided on private and public water, gear included
River Rafting: Included
Guided Hiking: Included
Tennis: Nearby (within an hour)
Adult Only Weeks
Golf: Nearby
Shooting Sports: Additional Charge
Hay-Wagon Ride
Petting Zoo
Rock Climbing
Mountain Biking: Yes
Ropes Course
Overnight Pack Trips: Additional Charge

 

OTHER AMENITIES
Liquor: Wine and Beer
Wheelchair Accessible
Whirlpool Spa
Massage Available On Ranch: Additional Charge
Laundry Facilities: Additional Charge
Information Technology Facilities: satellite internet access in our Business Center

 

OTHER SEASONS
Winter:
In the winter months, our cross-country ski program includes customized tours through the untouched backcountry and skiing on our 30 km trail system that's carefully machine groomed each day. In addition, instruction is always available for skate, classic and telemark skiing. In addition to the skiing there are options such as snowshoeing, horseback riding, sleigh rides, cooking classes and more. Off ranch activities such as snowmobiling, dogsledding and downhill skiing at the Steamboat Ski Resort can be arranged as well.

Winter Season: Mid-December-late March
Cross-Country: Yes
Downhill: No
Snow Shoe: Yes
Sleigh Rides: Yes
Snomobile: No

 

SPECIAL EVENTS
Conventions, Meetings & Retreats:
Small, intimate retreats and meetings are welcomed. We recommend an exclusive take-over of the ranch for the most productive meetings. Then we can base our schedule solely on your desires with special team building activities and meals based around your preferred meeting times.

Activities: All of our regular activities are offered to meeting groups
Capacity: 30
Minimum Nights: 2
Season: June, September, October and the winter months

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Weddings:
Small weddings of up to 100 people can be arranged in early June and late September. Winter weddings are limited to 40 people and are beautiful with all the snow!

Planning: On-site wedding planner services included
Officiant: A variety of local officiants are available

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Family Reunions:
Family reunions are popular at VVR due to the variety of activities- there's something for everyone in the family!

Capacity: 40
Discount: TBD at time of booking
Book Entire Ranch
Family reunions with more than 20 people must book the entire ranch. This allows you to design the schedule for the week based on your family's interests and needs.