For the last three years named to TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards top All Inclusive Vacations in the world. And ranked as the #1 Best Dude Ranch for Families by the familyvacationcritic.com in 2011! For over 85 years the Drowsy Water Ranch, nestled in its own private mountain valley has been providing folks and families from around the world with authentic Western vacations. Under the same owner/management for 36 years, we promise nothing less than real down home hospitality amidst unforgettable mountain scenery. Most of all you'll enjoy a sense of total relaxation and freedom from stress. Our staff has been hand picked for their friendliness, personality, talent and sincere desire to please. They participate in all activities and create much of our entertainment. Our vacation packages offer a schedule of enjoyable activities for all ages with an emphasis on service and quality.
| Guest Capacity: | 50 |
| Meeting Capacity: | 25 |
| Dates Open: |
Spring: Jun. 02, 2012 to Jun. 16, 2012 Summer: Jun. 02, 2012 to Sep. 14, 2012 Fall: Aug. 25, 2012 to Sep. 14, 2012 |
| Riding Dates: | Jun. 02, 2012 to Sep. 14, 2012 |
| Minimum Age For Independent Riding: | 6 |
| Minimum Age Accepted at Ranch: | 0 |
| Nearest Airport: | Denver-2.5 hours-Commercial van service available Colorado Springs- 3 hours |
Lodging Overview
Our accommodations at Drowsy Water Ranch are snug, comfortable, western styled and decorated and carefully cleaned every day. Both private cabins and lodge guest rooms have all been remodeled and refurbished. They easily accommodate couples, small families, large families and friends wanting to be near each other. With the smell of clean, fresh mountain air, you'll never get a better nights' rest.
Recreation Overview
Drowsy Water Ranch has programs for children from infants to teens with plenty of activities for parents and grandparents. Singles and couples are welcomed also. We have a complete program of horseback riding, river rafting trip, swimming, horseshoes, fishing, western dancing, 4-wheel drive trips, hiking, campfires, hayrides, family carnival, and staff entertainment. We have a special relationship with our 120 head of horses. We've bred, raised and trained them to provide each guest with a quality riding experience. The program is geared to every riding ability and age group. Horses are selected to match the riders own skills. Daily instruction both in the arena and on the trail improves everyones' proficiency. Guests may choose from slow, medium, fast or different length all day rides as well as cattle work.
Dining Overview
We take great pride in all our food, sometimes gourmet and sometimes hearty western but always well prepared. Many meals are served family style in the dining room but others may include breakfast on the mountain top, outdoor barbecues, chuckwagon lunches or sometimes just eating out of your saddlebags overlooking the Rocky Mountains. Our breads, pastries and desserts are made from scratch daily. We can also accommodate special diets including vegetarian, gluten free and allergies.
Rates
| Adult Rate: | Single $1890 / week (18 and over) Double occupancy $1835 / week (18 and over) Family Plan adults $1820 / week (18 and over) |
| Child Rate: | $1615 / week--(14 through 17) $1400 / week--(6 through 13) $780 / week--(5 and under) |
| Service Charge/Tip Rate: | Tipping is optional, we recommend 12% to 18% if our staff serves you well. |
| Tax Rate: | 3.9 |
| Accepted Payment Methods: | We accept cash, personal checks, travelers checks and credit cards |
| Travel Agents Accepted: | Yes |
Accommodations
| Lodging Accomodations: | Yes |
| Cabin Accomodations: | Yes |
| Weekly Arrival Day: | 6 nights, Sun arrival. Saturday night B&B after weekly stay if requested. |
| Seven Night Week: | No |
| Six Night Week: | Yes |
Activities
| Children's Program: | Yes |
| Children's Program Start/End Age: | 0 - 17 |
| Baby Sitting: | Yes-No Charge |
| Swimming: | Heated outdoor pool |
| Cattle Gathering: | Yes |
| Team Penning: | Yes |
| Cattle Drives: | Yes |
| Additional Cattle Activities: | |
| Fishing: | Kids stocked pond, stream, Colorado and Fraser Rivers nearby |
| River Rafting: | Yes-No Charge |
| Guided Hiking: | Yes-No Charge |
| 4x4 Trips: | Yes-No Charge |
| Tennis: | Nearby |
| Golf: | Nearby |
| Mountain Biking: | Adult bikes available for use no charge. Optional guided routes during the week. |
| Petting Zoo: | Yes |
| Hay/Wagon Ride: | Yes |
| Adult Only Weeks: | Yes |
| Women Only Weeks: | Yes |
Other Amenities
| Liquor: | BYOB |
| Whirlpool Spa: | Yes |
| Wheelchair Accessible: | Yes |
| Massage Available on Ranch: | Yes-Charge |
| Information Technology Facilities: | Wireless Internet in main lodge. |
Special Events
Conventions, Meetings & Retreats
Small overnight retreats on Saturday night and off season
| Capacity: | 25 |
| Season: | off season |
| Activities: | please call for a quote |
| Minimum Nights: | 1 |
Hunting
Outcamp on property and limited guiding available with access to both private land and public lands
| Capacity: | 8 |
| Season: | Fall seasons |
| Drop Camps: | No |
| Guided: | Both |
Bed & Breakfast
Optional Saturday night Bed and Breakfast stay for guests staying the previous week at the ranch--extending your stay to 7 nights.
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Weddings
Call for details
| Wedding Planning: | Meals |
| Wedding Officiant: | Local officiants |
Family Reunions
The ranch is ideal for families who want to get together without the headaches of hotels, restaurants, and entertaining. Groups individually quoted. We gladly provide references of other reunions we have hosted.
| Book Entire Ranch: | Yes |
| Book Entire Ranch: | 50 in peak season, Smaller numbers in off season |
| Capacity: | 50 |
| Discount: | Individually quoted |
