This is an extremely darling and quaint dude ranch located in Nathrop, Colorado, close to Buena Vista and Salida in the Collegiate Mountains. The scenery is remarkable year-round with snow against the Chalk Cliffs or a gorgeous summer sunset over Mt. Princeton. Resort accommodations include both lodge and cabins. There are simple lodge rooms in “old west” style of lodging. There is a front desk in a separate building and gift shop. The ranch notes that you can “smell Jess’s cinnamon rolls from your room, walk down in your stocking feet for Big Dave’s coffee and the fire early every morning, and let your young ones sleep during breakfast if you wish,” now that’s family accommodations!
There are two, three or four bedroom vacation cottages (small homes, actually). Each mountain vacation cabin has a fully-equipped kitchen, living room/dining area, fireplace and deck with a view. The cabins are great for families of four or more. No two cabins are alike and they vary as to the number of bedrooms, bathrooms and size of beds.
There are all-inclusive and a la carte rates at Deer Valley Ranch. For the all-inclusive program, the following are part of the package: children’s program, teen program, guided hiking, guided fishing, nightly entertainment as well as ranch amenities such as two hot springs fed swimming pools, two outdoor hot tubs, athletic courts, children’s play town and more. For people staying less than seven nights, please understand that some activities are only offered once a week and may not be offered during the days you are at the ranch.
