Turn of the Century Ranch-Perfect for a Great Get Away

This is the study and has some great old books

There is tether ball, horseshoes and ping pong table

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Minimum stay:3 nights
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Pets considered:Yes
Wheel chair accessible:No

Auburn house description

Amidst the rolling hills and dramatic Sierra Foothills, this spacious turn-of-the-century 4,100 sq ft home on five rustic acres is within walking distance from Folsom Lake. Located in Newcastle, California this historical home has a classic veranda with swings and rocking chairs.

Enjoy the working fruit orchard with over 200 trees with multiple varieties of almond, apple, apricot, cherry, grapefruit, lemon, lime, nectarine, orange, peach, pear, persimmon, plum and tangerine.

Enjoy as well the refreshing swimming pool (unheated) with outdoor shower, tennis court, basketball court, ping pong table, tetherball, horseshoes and plenty of bicycles. There's a separate pool house with pool toys, his/her changing areas and a bathroom.

The property sleeps 11-12 comfortably (4 bedrooms in the main house and a guest cottage). The air-conditioned home is decorated in a charming European style with plenty of comfortable reading nooks and quiet spaces along with five fireplaces (non-working). Enjoy the billiard room complete with vintage pool table and plenty of kid's games. Bike to downtown Folsom or old town Auburn and experience gold rush history along with fine dining, antique shops and boutiques. Nearby, there are horse stables, riding trails, wineries, golf courses, whitewater rafting, water-skiing, canoeing, fishing, camping and kayaking . We also have a new standing paddle board that is perfect for Folsom Lake. Tahoe ski resorts are an easy drive. A caretaker couple live on the property.

Our family and siblings lives in Southern & Northern California. We have been coming to 'The Ranch' since we were kids and my father came when he was little. Once you have experienced the rustic charm, you will see how special the place is and will want to come back again. The ranch is a place where time stops. It's like stepping into a Norman Rockwell painting.

This home was passed down from our grandfather and has been in our family for four generations. It has some amazing memories and is a great place to relax and get away from the busy activities of daily life. Much of the furniture is over 100 years old and the home has a timeless elegance. It is only a couple hours from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe so is centrally located.

In the main house we have four bedrooms, three bathrooms ; the Master bedroom has a King bed and the other three bedrooms have one set of twin beds each for a total of seven beds. Two of the bedrooms are adjoining and share a bath, the Master and the back bedrooms have their own full bath.
We have five adult sleeping bags, four child’s sleeping bags and two full size air mattresses, two twin air mattresses plus blankets and pillows for everything.

The bungalow, or 'Honeymoon Cottage' as it’s called, has a bedroom with a king size bed and a sitting room with two pull-out sofas with a single bed in each. It has a small bathroom with shower but no kitchen.

The area has beautiful rolling hills for running or biking. There are a few golf courses close by and you are 10 minutes from Folsom Lake.

We have a full regulation tennis court, with an informal half basketball court, ping pong table and horseshoe pit. We have regulation horseshoes and plastic ones for the kids. If you are serious about tennis or table tennis, you may want to bring your personal rackets or paddles, although we do have older ones.

The large swimming pool has a ‘springy’ diving board and is sparkling clean and inviting. We have pool towels, a blow-up toddler pool for the little ones, some pool toys and floats, including some child friendly floatation devices but you may want to bring any favorite water toys and plenty of sun screen lotion.

We have a number of other things here you may enjoy including everyone’s favorite, the orchard, which has nearly every variety of fruit available; all kinds of citrus as well as many varieties of almond, apple, apricot, cherry, grapefruit, lemon, lime, nectarine, orange, peach, pear, persimmon, plum, tangerine and more! While here, you'll never have to buy fruit at the store. You and your family can pick your own fresh fruit off the tree. You can even take a box home with you. In the summer, you can pick fresh blackberries to your heart's delight. Perfect for blackberry pie. Folsom Lake is only a few minutes from the Ranch and you can rent horses and boats. We can help with that and there are a number of interesting local attractions, restaurants etc. we can recommend.

Note we do not do any weddings or large events.

Property Type

1 story

House

3500 sq. ft.

Accommodation Type

Vacation Rental

Meals

Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Onsite Services

Housekeeper Included

Suitability

Non Smoking Only
Children Welcome:
It is suitable for small children. We have a crib and the pool is securely fenced off....more less

Limited Accessibility:
We have had guests stay in the past with wheelchairs and they did not have an issue. There are 2 steps to the front porch and the rest of the house is 1 level....more less
Pets Considered:
We allow pets but prefer they stay outside if the weather permits. At night they can stay in the guest cottage....more less

Events Allowed

Bedrooms: 6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 17, Beds for 13-17

Bedroom 1: 1 king
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Bedroom 2: 2 twin/ single
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Bedroom 3: 2 twin/ single
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Bedroom 4: 2 twin/ single
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Bedroom 5: 1 king
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Bedroom 6: 2 sleep sofa /futon
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Bathrooms: 4 Bathrooms

Bathroom 1
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Bathroom 2
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Bathroom 3
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Bathroom 4
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Other Amenities

Swimming pool with diving board and floats & toys Tennis court (Regulation size) Basketball (1/2 court) Plus an adjustable height basket for the younger ones Badminton Croquet Ping Pong table (regulation size set up on the front porch) Tetherball (on the front lawn) Horseshoes. I’ve constructed a regulation ‘pit’ near the tennis court. We have soft plastic shoes for kids and regulation weight metal ones for adults. We also have push scooters, skateboards, wagons, 8 kids’ bikes of varying sizes from ‘Monkey’ to 20 inch, six adult bikes, both mountain and 10 speed, plus a double jogging stroller. We have a fire pit/campfire near the porch that is always a big hit for evening relaxation and marshmallows or smores.’ We also have a large gas BBQ in the front yard. The orchard has over 200 trees, so we have fruit to pick almost year-round. Plus the surrounding country invites wonderful nature walks!...more less

Entertainment

Ping Pong Table
Video Library:
yes we have some DVD's for kids as well as well as families....more less
DVD Player:
yes in the TV in the den....more less
Stereo:
We have an ipod docking station.with speakers that is portable whichis usually kept on the main porch. We also have a portable CD player kept by the pool house....more less

Games:
We have tons of board games in the billiard room for kids of all ages...more less
Books:
We have tons of books in the library. Not really for very young kids but more highschool and up....more less
Toys:
We have some toys for younger kids in the billiards room....more less
Game Room:
The Game room is in the Billiards room and has all the board games, cards etc....more less

Television:
We have a DVD player in the TV in the den...more less
Satellite / Cable:
I think it is Satellite and we have a basic package...more less
Pool Table
VCR

Theme

Tourist Attractions
Historic

Away From It All
Sports & Activities

Adventure
Family
Romantic

Attractions

Water Parks
Health/Beauty Spa
Recreation Center
Churches

Museums
Restaurants
Winery Tours
Library

Autumn Foliage
Theme Parks
Cinemas
Playground
Ruins

Leisure Activities

Bird Watching
Shopping
Walking
Scenic Drives
Horseback Riding

Antiquing
Wildlife Viewing
Sledding
Gambling Casinos
Horseshoes

Boating
Paddle Boating
Miniature Golf
Sight Seeing
Outlet Shopping

local services and businesses

Fitness Center
Laundromat
ATM/Bank

Groceries
Massage Therapist
Babysitter

Hospital
Medical Services

Location Type

Rural

Lake

sports and adventure activities

Rafting
Basketball Court
Whitewater Rafting
Freshwater Fishing
Hunting
Swimming
Water Skiing

Kayaking
Cross Country Skiing
Rock Climbing
Jet Skiing
Cycling
Snowboarding
Golf

Tennis
Skiing
Fishing
Mountain Biking
Hiking
Snorkeling

catering options

Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Dining

Dining:
There is a separate dining room...more less

Dining Room

forms of payment

Accept Credit Card

General

Hair Dryer
Wireless Internet:
We have Wi-Fi...more less
Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer:
There is plenty of room to park additional vehicles, trailers, boats etc....more less
Garage:
We have a 2 car garage...more less
Internet:
We have broadband internet and we just upgraded so it has been pretty quick and no complaints....more less
Telephone:
The phones are the cool old Rotary ones and you can make local calls. For long distance calls please use your cell....more less

Air Conditioning:
We have adual zone central air system in the main house and a wall unit in the guest cottage...more less
Linens Provided:
We include all the linens, pillows etc....more less
Washing Machine:
We have a washer in the basement that can be used and we provide the detergent and supplies....more less
Clothes Dryer:
We have a dryer in the basement that can be used.....more less
Fireplace:
We have 5 fireplaces but prefer only the main one in the living room be used. They are wood burning but we prefer using the dura flame logs and will supply those....more less
Heating:
We have a dual zone central heating system in the main house and the guest cottage has a wall unit....more less

Towels Provided:
We provide all the bathroom towels as well as towels for the pool....more less
Parking:
Since it is an almost 5 acre property we have plenty of room for cars. The cars would not be covered. There is room for an RV, boat and trailer to be parked....more less
Living Room:
The living room has its own fireplace and is the central part of the house. There are a lot of antiques and a comfortable coach to relax and read....more less
Covered Parking
Iron & Board
Mobile Phone

house cleaning

Housekeeper Included

Kitchen

Ice Maker
Microwave
Toaster
Dishes & Utensils:
We have \dishes, cups, wine glasses, silverware and can accomodate large groups....more less

Pantry Items:
We have spices, some napkins and papertowels...more less
Coffee Maker:
We have sugar and there is usually some coffee there....more less
Kitchen:
Our kitchen is well equipped and can handle a large group. We have all the plates, cups, bowls and most cooking utensils needed....more less
Refrigerator:
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Dishwasher
Cooking Utensils
Stove

Outside

Deck / Patio:
There is a good size front porch which is perfect for relaxing at the end of the day. During the day there is a nice deck by the end of the pool with a 200 year old Redwood that gives you shade....more less
Outdoor Grill:
it uses propane and we just bought it in 2013...more less

Lawn / Garden:
There is a huge lawn in the front which can handle a couple hundred people....more less
Bicycles:
We have 8 kids bikes of varying sizes from a monkey bike to a 20 inch as well as 6 adult bikes which include both mountain and 10 speed. We have about 8 or 9 helmets in various sizes....more less

Tennis:
We have a private tennis court and we have some tennis rackets that we provide but they are older so recommend you probably bring your own. There are 2 basketball hoops on the court as well....more less
Kayak / Canoe:
We have a standing paddle board and paddle which is a lot of fun...more less

Payment Type

Visa

Mastercard

Pool / Spa

Outdoor Pool

Private Pool:
it is fully gated and secure. It has a cool old style diving board which you do not see anymore. It is not heated which makes jumping in on those hot summer days all the more enjoyable....more less

Reviews

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Fabulous Vintage Home
Fabulous Vintage Home
- Guest Jane (aka Juanita) U. (Santa Cruz)
- Date of stay 11/08/13
- Review Submitted 11/14/13
We were most impressed by this property. The caretaker, Teri, met us at arrival and showed us around the home. The house was far more spacious than we expected, plenty of room for our family of 11 to stretch out. Everything in perfect working order and a huge variety of cooking utensils -- including popcorn poppers! We played badminton, pool, ping pong, tennis, did puzzles and ate some wonderful meals around the huge dining room table. Too cold to swim -- but we'll save that for the next visit! The orchard provided grapefruit, tangerines and pomegranates. We were well entertained (from ages 3 to 69) and never had to leave the property. We couldn't have been happier. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Manager response: Jane, We are so glad you had a nice time and we very much look forward to your return.

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Yearly Family Weekend
Yearly Family Weekend
- Guest Jerie D.
- Date of stay 08/07/13
- Review Submitted 08/14/13
Our family ranged in age from 4yrs to 83 yrs of age. Everyone loved the pool. The front yard has a swing that was enjoyed by the younger children. The barbeque is out front so while your cooking you can enjoy visiting with those sitting on the porch. We've been renting a house every year for the past 12 years. We will definitely come back. You feel like you are all alone. The fruit in the orchard was great. The caretakers of the house are there if you need them and very friendly.

Manager response: We are so glad your family had a nice vacation and we look forward to having you back any time.

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FUN IN THE SUN !
FUN IN THE SUN !
- Guest gramma (Gualala, CA)
- Date of stay 07/21/13
- Review Submitted 08/06/13
Our family had a wonderful stay at Green Hill Ranch. The pool (thanks for the poolside toilet !!) was used about 5 hours a day and the next most used amenity was the pool room. Everything was as good as it looked on the website. I love that you have kept all the antiques and collectables around for us to enjoy. The fresh peaches were deeelicious and fun for the city slickers to pick every morning. We hope to be back and will definitely tell our friends to check it out.

Recommended for: Families with teenagers, people with disabilities, families with young children, age 55+, pet owners.

Manager response: Thank you so much for writing a review and we are so glad you had a great time. We look forward to having you back.

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Beautiful stay at the Ranch!
Beautiful stay at the Ranch!
- Guest Margaret Y.
- Date of stay 02/03/13
- Review Submitted 02/14/13
Seeking a change from the standard hotels in the Sacramento area, we opted to stay at this beautiful estate during a recent business trip. The Ranch comfortably housed all 10 of us (and as the lone female, I even got my own cottage!) We had the most wonderful week at Anthony's beautiful home. It was a tranquil escape from our busy days. Can't wait to come back in the summer. It was great to have the caretakers onsite in case we had questions or wanted to borrow binoculars :) This is an awesome location for kids, with tons of outdoor activities, pool, tennis court, orchard, the works. And you won't believe the stars at night...

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The Ranch, An Idyllic Place
The Ranch, An Idyllic Place
- Guest Mara Tracy M.
- Date of stay 06/14/12
- Review Submitted 01/29/13
When we arrived at the Ranch we knew we were at a special place. It's as if time stopped and we could smell the roses (or abundance of fruit from the orchard). The grounds of the Ranch are amazing - there are orchards of blackberries, blueberries, apricots, grapefruits and many more types of fruit. There is a swimming pool with a diving board and a tennis court with a basketball hoop that provided hours of fun for the kids. The best part of the grounds of the Ranch is the sprawling porch where we watched our kids play on the vast green lawn and tree swing. The 100 year old Bunyan Bunyan tree is also a sight to see. Playing ping pong on the porch was also a family favorite. If you happen to take the 3.5 mile round-trip walk to Folsom Lake, be sure to spot the cows, goats and emu. The Ranch offers tons of old-fashioned fun! The Ranch House is equally as charming. The owners have really maintained its integrity. While it has all the modern conveniences, we felt as though as it was the same as it was 80 years ago. The rooms are well-kept and clean and we have never slept as well as we did at the Ranch - perhaps it is the black-out shades in the bedrooms or the utter lack of city noise! Also, every meal we ate at the Ranch was amazing. We think it is the local produce (you have to check out Newcastle Produce!) and the Ranch water and air. But, by far, the best thing we ate was the s'mores that we roasted on the outdoor fire-pit. The Ranch is a MUST STAY!

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What a great family time we had
What a great family time we had
- Guest Juva D.
- Date of stay 01/11/13
- Review Submitted 01/21/13
Our four generation family of 12, had a great time. Our 91 year old father and 6 month old great grand son both loved it. The best on this very cold weekend was the dinning room. Lots of laughs with the good food prepareded in the well supplied kitchen. We played cards, told stories and eat at that table. Enough room in the big house for the sports fans to watch tv and young ones to invent new games for the pool table. Thanks for keeping it with the feel of another time. We look forward to a summer trip some time when we can playin the pool!

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This Ranch has it all :-)
This Ranch has it all :-)
- Guest Chuck T.
- Date of stay 05/09/12
- Review Submitted 01/18/13
My family and I have stayed at this wonderful property on numerous occasions. Our family trips to this ranch have been some of our favorite trips ever. The house is large and the property is impressive. Our kids have spent endless hours playing in the swimming pool before hanging out around the fire pit as the sun sets on another fun filled day. The property's location has awesome with a lake nearby, horseback riding, and numerous other fun adventures. We have driven to the ranch but other times we have flown into Sacramento.

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Ranch trip
Ranch trip
- Guest Erik M.
- Date of stay 07/23/12
- Review Submitted 01/17/13
What a great time we had at the ranch. With the tennis court, fruit orchards, and pool (and the ultimate test of strength contests that took place therein) there was so much for everyone to do. We also loved being so close to the lake and our kids are still talking about being dragged around the water on the inflatable hot dog. This property is obviously very special to your family and the attention you've paid to its upkeep is easy to see. We look forward to coming back for many summers ahead.

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What an amazing place
What an amazing place
- Guest Dan B (United States)
- Date of stay 09/06/12
- Review Submitted 01/17/13
We brought a large group for a wedding and could not have found a more perfect place. Auburn is a wonderful area for so many different outdoor activities. The town is really nice, and the GreenHill Ranch is truly a unique property. First of all, it has amazing views and beautiful grounds. The orchard is fabulous, the pool is so nice with its own pool house, and the large lawn is wonderful for kids running around. There are tons of recreational equipment available. Inside the main house, there is plenty of room and wonderful classic interiors. The kitchen is well stocked and it really feels like a home. The fact that there is also a guest house works great if there are people who want some privacy. We hope to be back again soon.

Manager response: We are so glad you had a nice time relaxing at our property. Glad the wedding in Foresthill was a success. You are welcome back any time.

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A Place You Will Never Forget
A Place You Will Never Forget
- Guest Susan A.
- Date of stay 06/09/12
- Review Submitted 01/16/13
From the first time we turned onto the long driveway, we knew Green Hill Ranch was a special place. With its oversized covered porch and large grassy front yard, it brings you back to a simpler time, yet with all of the modern conveniences of today. The house is large and roomy, clean and well maintained, and our stays there have been with other families. We have so many wonderful memories and our family always looks forward to our time there. Our summertime stays have been filled with long walks and runs, BBQ dinners on the front porch, children of all ages playing football and baseball on the front lawn and tennis court, as well as hours in the pool and fun times at the lake. The winters are just as wonderful, for the house has a cozy, nostalgic feeling. The kids have spent long afternoons playing pool in the parlor while others curled up and read a book or had time to spend with friends taking a brisk walk or run. We have all packed into the family room to watch the ball drop on New Year's Eve and watch the Rose Bowl the next day. We've cooked wonderful family meals together followed by fun family dinners at the long dining room table, with the adults staying on to play hours of spirited card games. We wholeheartedly recommend Green Hill Ranch and hope that your stays there will be as memorable as ours have been. It is a place to which you will always want to return.

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Rental basis: Per property

Dates	Nightly	Weekly

Base Rate 3 night min stay	$600	$3500

Additional information about rental rates

Damage Deposit $500

Cleaning fee $200

Pets $150 per pet

For parties over 10 (not counting kids under 5) there will be an additional charge of $50 per person per night for those extra people and a $50 to $100 additional cleaning fee.

Holiday Rates add 20%: New Years, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Fees:

Pet Fee: $150 + tax
Cleaning: $200
Refundable Damage Deposit: $500
Tax Rate 8%

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Ikeda's Country Market

"Huge Produce mart. Great for lunches too. Huge selection of pies! You can see it from the f..."
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- 5.6 miles to rental
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La Fornaretta Restaurant

"Great Italian food. Nice for large parties. Owner is great guy"
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- 3.6 miles to rental
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Newcastle Produce

"Fresh produce, gourmet goods and good sandwiches"
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- 3.6 miles to rental
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Old Town Pizza

"Good old fashioned pizza parlor, located right in old town auburn. Great for kids."
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Nearest Airport: Sacramento Airport at 41 Miles
Nearest Train: Amtrak Station at 6.5 Miles
Nearest Motorway: 80 at 2 Miles
Nearest Barpub: Valencia Club and many others at 4 Miles
Nearest Ski: Sugar Bowl at 66 Miles
Nearest Golf: Indian Creek at 7 Miles
Nearest Restaurant: Valencia Club and many others at 4 Miles

Manager info

Year Purchased: 1950

About: Our family and siblings lives in Southern & Northern California. We have been coming to 'The Ranch' since we were kids and my father came when he was little. Once you have experienced the rustic charm, you will see how special the place is and will want to come back again. The ranch is a place where time stops. It's like stepping into a Norman Rockwell painting.

Why Auburn:
This home was passed down from our grandfather and has been in our family for four generations. It has some amazing memories and is a great place to relax and get away from the busy activities of daily life. Much of the furniture is over 100 years old and the home has a timeless elegance. It is only a couple hours from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe so is centrally located. In the main house we have four bedrooms, three bathrooms ; the Master bedroom has a King bed and the other three bedrooms have one set of twin beds each for a total of seven beds. Two of the bedrooms are adjoining and share a bath, the Master and the back bedrooms have their own full bath. We have five adult sleeping bags, four child’s sleeping bags and two full size air mattresses, two twin air mattresses plus blankets and pillows for everything. The bungalow, or 'Honeymoon Cottage' as it’s called, has a bedroom with twin beds and a sitting room with two pull-out sofas with a single bed in each. It has a small bathroom with shower but no kitchen.

The Unique Benefits at this House:
The area has beautiful rolling hills for running or biking. There are a few golf courses close by and you are 10 minutes from Folsom Lake. We have a full regulation tennis court, with an informal half basketball court, ping pong table and horseshoe pit. We have regulation horseshoes and plastic ones for the kids. If you are serious about tennis or table tennis, you may want to bring your personal rackets or paddles, although we do have older ones. The large swimming pool has a ‘springy’ diving board and is sparkling clean and inviting. We have pool towels, a blow-up toddler pool for the little ones, some pool toys and floats, including some child friendly floatation devices but you may want to bring any favorite water toys and plenty of sun screen lotion. We have a number of other things here you may enjoy including everyone’s favorite, the orchard, which has nearly every variety of fruit available; all kinds of citrus as well as many varieties of almond, apple, apricot, cherry, grapefruit, lemon, lime, nectarine, orange, peach, pear, persimmon, plum, prune, tangerine and more! While here, you'll never have to buy fruit at the store. You and your family can pick your own fresh fruit off the tree. You can even take a box home with you. In the summer, you can pick fresh blackberries to your heart's delight. Perfect for blackberry pie. Folsom Lake is only a few minutes from the Ranch and you can rent horses and boats. We can help with that and there are a number of interesting local attractions, restaurants etc. we can recommend.