Should
I bring my telescope?
Yes! Since the sky shine
is minimal it is a great place to sharpen your skills. We have a
couple of amateur astronomers who visit the ranch frequently. Be
sure to pick a time with a new moon! And stargazing while soaking
in the hot tub is an absolute must particularly after an exhausting day
in the park.
What kind of activities are available in the area?
To name a few - horseback
riding, rock climbing, hiking, whitewater rafting, fishing, golfing, ice skating,
and skiing are all available.
For whitewater rafting visit
www.zrafting.com.
For horseback riding visit www.yosemitetrails.com.
For hiking visit www.yosemitehikes.com.
For professionally guided tours in Yosemite, visit www.yosemiteandbeyond.com.
For professionally guided hiking adventures and
naturalist walking tours in Yosemite, visit www.yexplore.com.
For fishing visit www.sierraflyfisher.com.
For golfing visit www.sierrameadows.com.
For ziplining visit www.YosemiteZipTours.com.
For wine tasting visit www.castooakswine.com.
Please be advised...if you are planning on hiking Half Dome, you will need a permit.
How equipped is the
kitchen?
The kitchen is well equipped
for most gourmet cooks unless you are Wolfgang Puck. Besides
the typical stove top and oven, there is a small microwave oven, garbage disposal, toaster, blender, dishwasher, lots of pots and pans, dishes and utensils for 8, coffee maker & grinder, refrigerator with ice maker, and wine and champagne glasses. We also provide ground coffee, tea, salt, pepper, and sugar.
Can I go out to dinner
rather than cook?
Yes, there are several great
restaurants in the area. Our favorites in the charming town of Mariposa
are Savoury's and Charles Street Dinner House. If you are looking for a culinary
delight, you will find Erna's Elderberry House in Oakhurst a fabulous spot - visit www.elderberryhouse.com.
It is an award winning 5-diamond restaurant that has been voted one of
the top two restaurants in all of California. Although it is expensive,
it is an experience that could become an annual event!
Can I pick up groceries
near the ranch?
It is best to pick up groceries
in town before heading for the ranch. Pioneer Market in the town of Mariposa should have most of your needs. There are also two large grocery stores in Oakhurst - Raley's and Von's. However, if you do forget that certain
spice there is a convenience store down the road about 15 minutes from
the ranch. And for those that do not have time or the desire to shop for
groceries, we can do that for you so that the kitchen is stocked upon your
arrival. Ask for details...advanced notice required.
Is the pool seasonal?
The pool is available year round, although it is unheated so gets more use during the summer months.
What is your cleaning policy prior to departure?
There are two kinds of vacation homes - those that charge a cleaning fee and those that don't charge a cleaning fee and expect you to thoroughly clean prior to your departure. We have chosen to charge a cleaning fee. All we ask is that you leave the premises as you found them in a neat and tidy condition, with the dishes clean and put away (or loaded in the dishwasher). But it is not necessary for you to strip the beds, do the laundry, clean the bathrooms, vacuum, dust, wash the windows, clean the fireplace or BBQ, or attend to the pool and spa. Because the pool and spa require daily maintenance, we will drop by for a few minutes each day to service both the pool and spa.
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Do
you have air-conditioning?
Yes, we do have air-conditioning. However, since we have very low humidity, we recommend opening up at night in order to benefit from the fresh air and cooler night breezes.
Is the ranch handicap
accessible?
We are not wheelchair accessible.
There are stairs inside the house as well as outside. The facilites are not recommended for those with mobility issues. |
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