Cowboy Up!!! Julian Ranch Retreat and Mountain Escape

Designed and built new only 6 years ago by the owners, this mountain retreat features modern accommodations. This 2+ bedroom/1 bath cottage, sleeps 6, and is the perfect get-away for relaxation and enjoyment. The Cottage includes a full kitchen, dining area, living room, fireplace and ample parking. The interior is tastefully decorated with western ranch décor. Guests will enjoy residing on this spectacular 40-acre private ranch, located within a gated neighborhood of thirteen large estates and ranches. Enjoy stately oak trees, clean mountain air, crisp clear nights, hikes around the property and spectacular sunsets. You may see wildlife--deer, foxes, bobcats and turkey wandering around the property -- hawks soaring above. Beautiful sunrises begin each day. Find a special spot to enjoy the dramatic sunset. Later, dark night-skies bring blankets of stars out, showcasing constellations and shooting stars. On property, hike around the private 40-acre oak-covered ranch, pay a visit to the owner's barn next door to meet local barn residents...paint horses Sky and Tardy, and their sidekick Jack, the pony. Off-property, enjoy all the nearby region has to offer including hiking, winetasting, fine dining and shopping in the historic town of Julian. Julian Historic Julian was founded in 1870. After the American Civil War, in 1869, A.E. 'Fred' Coleman, a former slave, was crossing over what is now known as Coleman Creek, just west of Julian. Seeing a glint of gold in the stream bed, he climbed down from his horse to investigate. Having had previous experience in the gold fields, he retrieved his frying pan and began panning the sands of the creek. He established the Coleman Mining District and was its recorder and also began the mining camp called Emily City later renamed Coleman City. Learning of the find, others rushed to the district and tried to trace the gold to its source. On February 22, 1870, the first 'lode', or hard rock, mining claim was filed in the Julian area. Since February 22 was President George Washington's birthday, the mine was named the Washington mine. Soon hundreds of anxious men and families were rushing to Julian to stake their claims. Julian experienced a gold rush and became a tent city overnight. In April 1870, the area's first saw mill was set up and Julian began to take on a more permanent structure. Attempts to build rival mining towns at Coleman City, Branson City and Eastwood were defeated. Owners of the Cuyamaca rancho Land Grant claimed (the Cuyamaca Land Float) Julian and its mines were within the Rancho boundaries. In 1873, the courts ruled that the Rancho did not include Julian and the mines. While the miners were trying to wrestle the gold from deep within the earth, James Madison brought a wagon load of young apple trees up into the mountains. The fruit trees flourished in the clear, fresh air. Apples are still a big product in Julian, many of which are used for making the world-famous Julian apple pie. Check local websites for festivals and events. Some of the local attractions: Gold Mine Tours Eagle and High Peak Mine End of C St, Julian, CA 92036 760-765-0036 Smith Ranch - Julian Train & Gold Mine Julian, CA 760-765-2288 Wineries/Cider Witch Creek Winery 2000 Main St, Julian, CA 92036 760-765-2023 Blue Door Winery Tasting room in the heart of Julian. 2608 B Street, Julian, CA 92036 (760) 765-0361 J. Jenkins Winery A family owned winery located in a picturesque valley overlooking Volcan Mountain. 1255 Julian Orchards Drive, Julian, CA 92036 (760) 765-3267 Julian Hard Cider Our 1670 Colonial American recipe is handcrafted and made from one ingredient...the worlds finest, freshest, hand-picked apples. 4468 Highway 78, Julian, CA 92036 (760) 765-2500 www.julianhardcider.biz Menghini Winery Drive down a two-lane country road leading you to the local winery where you can bring a lunch and sample a variety of locally produced wines. 1150 Julian Orchards Drive, Julian, CA 92036 (760) 765-2072 Nickel Beer Company We have 12 draft taps of house beer and serve tasters, pints, pitchers and sell beer to go in 32 oz and 64 oz growlers. Our large outdoor beer garden is dog friendly. Our tasting room is located just 1/2 mile east of Julian. 1485 Hollow Glen Road, Julian, CA 92036 (760) 765-BEER Horseback Riding Kenner Ranch Riding, Discovery and Development Center 17550 Harrison Park Road, Julian, CA 92306 760-473-5681 Hiking/Park William Heise County Park 4945 Heise Park Road, Julian, CA 92036 760-765-0650 http://www.sandiegocounty.gov/parks/Camping/heise.html Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve Farmer Road outside of Julian, Julian, CA 92036 760 765 1065 Cedar Creek Falls (permit req'd) Palomar Ranger District Office 1634 Black Canyon Road Ramona, CA 92065 Ph: 760-788-0250 http://www.recreation.gov/permits/Cedar_Creek_Falls Wildlife California Wolf Center Behind the KQ Campground on Highway 79, Julian, CA 92036 619-234-9653 http://www.californiawolfcenter.org Fishing and Boating Lake Cuyamaca 15027 Highway 79, Julian, CA 92036 760-765-0515 Afternoon Tea Julian Tea & Cottage Arts - Tea is served daily in a charming turn-of-the-century home. Afternoon Tea consists of finger sandwiches, scone with whipped cream, homemade jam and dessert. (760) 765-0832 2124 Third Street Apple Pies Apple Alley Bakery - Serving a variety of homemade apple pies, pastries and cookies. Lunch menu includes potpies, calzone, soup, sandwiches and salad. (760) 765-2532 2122 Main Street Julian Pie Company - Locally owned family business specializing in apple pies and cider donuts. Some 17,000 trees provide apples for pies at our Julian and Santa Ysabel locations. (760) 765-2449 or (760) 765-2400 2225 Main Street, Julian or 21976 Highway 79, Santa Ysabel Mom’s Pies - Through the front window, watch Mom’s bakers lovingly prepare pies and baked goods for you. Steaming soups and sandwiches served on freshly baked whole-wheat buns. (760) 765-2472 2119 Main Street Art Galleries Banner Queen Gallery - Artwork by Robert Freeman and Julian artists. Open Fridays through Sundays, 1 to 5 p.m. (760) 765-2168 36766 Highway 78, P.O. Box 575, Julian, CA 92036 Falcon Gallery - Limited edition prints books, jewelry, home accents and gifts. Our children’s room features educational supplies and books. (760) 765-1509 2015 A Main Street Santa Ysabel Art Gallery - Exhibiting regional contemporary and traditional artists in all media with emphasis on California style plein air painting and local artist James Hubbell. Located in historic and picturesque Hillyer house. (760) 765-1676 30352 Highway 78, Santa Ysabel The Skagen Ranch Studio - Housed in a historic barn, the Skagen Ranch Studio offers fine art from Africa, India, Romania and other countries around the world. Please call for directions. (252) 671-3727 P.O. Box 1557 Julian, CA 92036 Biking R & B Bicycle Club - Bicycle events in the beautiful San Diego County back country. Both road and mountain bike events. Presently we offer four events per year. Electric Bicycle Tours are now available Click Here for more information. (760) 765-1598 Boating Lake Cuyamaca - Open 7 days a week from 6 a.m. until sunset. Fishing permits - $6 for adults - $3.50 for kids (8 through 15) You will need a California State Fishing License if you are 16 years of age or older. Motorboat rentals - $40 all day - $30 after 1 p.m. Rowboats - $15 all day - $12 after 1 p.m. (760) 765-0515 (877) 581-9904 15027 Highway 79, Julian, CA 92036 www.lakecuyamaca.org Camel Dairy Oasis Camel Dairy - PRODUCTS: Hand-crafted camel milk soap, lotions and camel milk chocolate. VISIT: Tours, camel rides and events. Located between Ramona and Julian on Highway 78. (760) 787-0983 26757 Old Julian Highway, Ramona, CA 92065 Carriage Rides Main Street Carriage Company - Historic 15 minute narrated tour of downtown Julian on a horse-drawn surrey. Corner of Main and Washington. (760) 504-2360 Desert & Town Tours California Overland, LLC - Adventure calls! Explore the Anza-Borrego desert on 2 and 4 hour tours, overnight camping trips or full 30+ hour excursions aboard ex-military troop carriers. Private jeep tours also. (866) 639-7567, (760) 767-1232 1233 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 David Lewis Historic Tours of Julian - Guided tours, Julian history, Julian Cemetery History, Black History, and custom tours. P.O. Box 32, Julian, CA 92036 Enthrall, Inc. - Provides Julian 1870s Gold Rush Tours and field trips, town site guided tour, Eagle Mine tour & lunch. (760) 782-9202 Email: info@enthrallinc.org www.enthrallinc.org Thomas Norman Stephan I will provide the public with prospecting opportunities, by taking groups, families and school children looking for gold , dressed as period prospector. (760) 445-2023 Downtown Julian Julian Historical Society 2133 Fourth Street, Julian, CA (760) 765-0683 Julian Cider Mill 2103 Main Street, Julian, CA 92036 760-765-3445 The Bird Watcher 2775 B Street, Julian, CA 760-765-1817 The Candy Basket 2116 Main Street, Suite 2B, Julian, CA 92036 (760) 765-0785 Country Village Yarn West / Kat’s Yarn & Craft Cottage 2112 Fourth Street, Julian, CA 92036 Pistols & Petticoats 2116 Main Street, Julian, CA 92036 (760) 765-1744 Groceries Julian Market and Deli 2202 Main Street, Julian, CA 92036 (760) 765-2606 Dons Market/Meats 30250 Highway 78,Santa Ysabel, CA 92070 (760) 765-3272