Dog & Pony Ranch

Melissa Mallory

2023-05

We are so grateful to Cyndi, Troy, Cody, and Gina at the Dog and Pony Ranch!! I was nervous bringing our reactive dog, but I wanted a special vacation for the pups as they are getting older. Cyndi really supported the introduction of the barn animals and both dogs did wonderfully. Troy and Cyndi really do provide the utmost service and want guests to have a fabulous time. The welcome basket was an especially nice surprise. Our Danes had an incredible time meeting the barn animals, hiking the trails, and just checking everything out. This place has everything you need for an enjoyable time. Being able to provide this experience to our fur kids was really special and you could tell the Danes were thrilled. The humans had an equally fantastic time. We can’t wait to come back!!

Lauren Nunez Calatan

2023-05

Cyndi and Troy and the pups Cody and Gina were great hosts and the property is incredible. We stayed with 4 adults and 2 small dogs. The guest accommodations were comfortable and beautiful, and location was very central to a lot of fun things to do. The dog-friendly amenities on the property were amazing --miles of trails, farm animal meet and greets, horse corral that doubles as great place to throw ball, agility equipment. Our dogs were exhausted after a fun long weekend! They were not able to use the pond because we came in November and it was a little cold for our pups, but it's a really great feature and we're excited to come back in warmer months to make use of it.

Kazue Thornley

2023-07

We recently had an amazing two-night stay at this charming ranch with our 7-month-old baby and two reactive dogs.One of the highlights of our stay was the fun animal activities organized by Cyndi and Troy. Despite our initial concerns about our reactive dogs, they went above and beyond to ensure a smooth introduction between our dogs and the resident animals. Our son, although cautious, was fascinated by the animals, and the activities kept him engaged throughout. The animals were all well-cared for and loved. Cyndi captured numerous pictures and videos of our interactions with the animals, which was an absolute treat. It's true what they say - if you don't have pictures, did it really happen? We are grateful for these memories.For our reactive dogs, the fully fenced property and hiking trails were a dream come true. They had plenty of space to roam and burn off energy. One tip for future visitors with active dogs would be to bring dog boots, as one of our dogs injured his paws while chasing small animals. It was a minor incident, but we learned our lesson for the next visit.The house itself was clean, spacious, and provided all the comforts we needed. While the wifi could be slow at the night, we had no issues with video calls during the day.We highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a family-friendly getaway with their dogs in a beautiful rural setting!

Erin Turner

2021-05

We had the most incredible visit to the Dog and Pony Ranch and highly recommend it to anyone wanting a getaway with their four-legged best friends. Cyndi and Troy have truly created heaven on Earth for humans and dogs alike!  The guest quarters are perfectly situated for a couple, with a spacious bathroom, fantastic master bedroom with a king bed and comfortable bedding, and easy access to the outdoors with entries from the kitchen/rec room and bedroom. The propane fireplace in the master bedroom was easy to use and gave the room such a lovely romantic touch. The kitchen was better stocked than my own at home, and it was a delight to cook meals and eat them on the adjoining patio with a fantastic view during the day and especially at sunset. The kitchen fridge was stocked with a dozen fresh eggs from the Ranch chickens, and they were absolutely delicious! Our favorite feature of the house was the incredible hot tub on the patio. It was the perfect way to cap off each evening, and it was really nice that our dog was able to roam the large fenced yard while we enjoyed the hot tub. The house was incredible, but the property was even better! We really enjoyed hiking the different trails and allowing our dog to run freely off-leash and play with Cody, playing basketball and corn hole, swimming in the pond, and feeding treats to the horses, llamas, mini donkeys, and chickens at the barn. The highlight of our stay was a horseback ride on Rio and Buddy, and we also really loved walking the llamas. Our amazing stay would not have been possible without the kindness and hospitality of hosts Cyndi and Troy. We enjoyed getting to know them and really feel that they became friends in the short time we were at the Ranch. They were so knowledgeable about their animals and happy to teach us, and we left inspired by the life they've created for themselves and their guests at Dog and Pony. We cannot wait to return and plan to stay for a full week or longer next time.

Mary Campos

2023-11

Had an amazing time coming to Cyndi and Troy's Ranch. Me and my husband and 12 year dachshund came for a day visit. Wasn't sure how my dog will do with their 2 dogs Gina and Cody but both dogs were well behaved and didn't have to worry about anything. Cyndi and Troy made us feel more than welcome and had so much information to offer about their ranch and animals.The barn animal experience was perfect and so much fun. We got to feed all of them and pet them. We will definitely be coming back to stay overnight. If you're a pet owner and your pet loves to explore and wander. This is the best place to to take them.

Maddie Wetmore

2021-05

Where do I even begin? I cannot say enough good about this beautiful and peaceful place! My husband and I booked Dog and Pony Ranch for 3 nights as a getaway for us, our 2 young children, and our doggy. We were looking for a place to unwind and relax as a family, and ended up receiving much more than we hoped for during our stay. Cyndi, Troy, and their sweet dog, Cody, blew us away with their kindness and hospitality. They went above and beyond to ensure that our time with them was fun and relaxing for us. They allowed us to interact and play with their animals each day, happily gave me a riding lesson though it was short notice, captured many precious pictures for us to remember our time, and even took time to visit with us and answer all questions we had about their ranch and the story behind it. In our few days at Dog and Pony, our hearts and souls were deeply refreshed. Cyndi and Troy quickly became dear friends that we look forward to staying in touch with in the years to come. Thank you for the perfect getaway. It is more than we could have asked or imagined!

Kaitlyn Dickson

2023-05

Dog & Pony Ranch is a dog and dog owners vacation dream. We had an incredibly positive experience with Cyndi and Troy both in the process leading up to the visit and the visit itself. If you have dogs and want a huge play space for you and them with lots of things to do like visiting farm animals, swimming, hiking, going wine tasting near by, hot tubbing, playing games like ping pong and enjoying comfortable indoor spaces that welcome dogs, then make this your next vacation spot. We know for ourselves that we will be back as soon as we can be!Love,Katie, Sebastian, Mordi, Sully & Winny ❤️

Christy

2023-05

The experience, the hosts, the animals, and the property are nothing short of breathtaking. If you’re looking to reset from all the “responsibilities of life,” I highly recommend booking a stay. To watch our dogs run free and enjoy themselves uninhibited, was priceless. And to experience all of this with with the love of my life, was magical! We will absolutely be booking again & again.

Geoffrey Kelly

2023-07

It was a pleasure staying at Cyndi and Troy's wonderful property in May 2023. The guest house is well appointed, with a spa-like master bathroom; the main room and master bedroom are super spacious, and the kitchen has everything you need to hit the ground running. It was such a treat to hike on the trails in the morning and early evening, our dog off leash, like it was our own private hiking trails. We ate all of our meals on the patio, with a view of the valley and hills in the distance, and nature abounding all around us. Lounging in the hot tub, with views of the setting sun, is priceless. The Dog and Pony Ranch is such a special and unique space, and to have a chance to interact with the llamas and chickens and ponies was an amazing experience. Cindy and Troy--thank you both so much for everything, including the welcome basket, fresh eggs from your chickies, and making us feel at home. Looking forward to meeting up again at your Ranch!

Kim Yearry

2021-05

Our family enjoyed a 4-night stay at the Dog & Pony Ranch last month and can honestly say that the stay exceeded our expectations in so many ways! This was by far the nicest vacation rental we have ever stayed in, and the photos of the home and property do not do it justice. Everything looked brand new, impeccably decorated and well-cared for, not to mention the home was extremely well-equipped, directions to everything accessible and just ‘easy’ to enjoy. Cyndi & Troy were always available to answer questions or assist if needed, but really let us use the home and land as if we owned it! With 3 adults and one young child, they also worked very hard to truly ensure that every member of our family had an enjoyable stay, and tailored activities to each of our interests which was so appreciated and unexpected. I don't want to give away all of the surprises, but the professionalism and attention to detail (fresh chicken eggs, a Flickr link to photos, a llama walk souvenir) was heartwarming and unparalleled.I cannot say enough about the animal experiences, and my daughter still talks daily about walking the llamas and of course the amazing LAP-rador Cody (we really wanted to take him home!). Feeding the chickens watermelon, watching deer cross the driveway, dipping in the hot tub several times a day, playing board games in the great room, giggling over flying ping pong balls in the game room and watching that sunset are just a few of the things we cannot wait to do every year. I think the Dog & Pony Ranch may be stuck with us for a very long time. ;)

Sara Trenam

2023-05

What a magical experience! You won't believe how quickly you can unplug from the craziness of life once you arrive. You're completely immersed in nature and surrounded by cuteness. Between the llamas, donkeys, horses, chickens, Cody & Gina (resident dogs), you'll have a permanent smile on your face. The guest house is beautiful, extremely comfortable, and packed with everything you'll need. And last but definitely not least, you won't find better hosts than Cyndi & Troy. They're passionate about what they do and go above and beyond to make sure your visit is everything you want it to be. We all know it's hard to please teenagers, but my 14 year old daughter & 16 year old son absolutely loved the time they spent here. Cyndi & Troy let them participate in a TON of animal activities and my kids were actually excited to wake up at 8am so they didn't miss anything. One of the most special parts of our visit centered around our reactive rescue dog, Zion. Zion is never sure what to do with other dogs - she's always a mixture of scared and excited. Troy patiently led us on a walk with Zion and their very calm dog Cody. Once Zion got to sniff Cody a few times, she calmed down and was thrilled to be walking next to him. Seeing Zion's tail wag confidently around another dog was the big highlight for me and is leading Zion down a new road full of fun doggy friendships. That never would have happened without this incredible place. Thank you for everything Cyndi & Troy!

Stephen Pashley

2022-05

Thank you for great time! Very accommodating, excellent accommodation. Cyndi & Troy were excellent hosts and extremely friendly! The animals were well looked after and were very happy :D Maybe one day we will return!! thanks again!

Jo Woodison

2023-05

Brilliant! The Dog & Pony Ranch is an excellent choice for a getaway. Cyndi and Troy are very welcoming to their ranch, but also afford you all the privacy you want. The property is beautiful! Great trails to walk right from your front door, pond to swim or paddle in, patio, hammock, hot tub. And the barn animals! Who could resist the opportunity to watch and feed treats to the collection of animals? The ranch is located in a great area with many local attractions and opportunities for exploration: gold country towns, caves, wine region, and the Sierras. The ranch is a paradise for dogs with all the sights, sounds and smells to check out unencumbered by boring slow human on the end of a leash! While you don't have to have a dog in order to visit, your and a dog's life will be enriched if you do!

Vickie Lee Conradi

2021-05

Cyndi, Troy, and Cody are the absolute best hosts. From the hospitality, the property itself, and the thoughtful amenities, everything exceeded our expectations. We had such a wonderful time and it’s hard to find one moment that stands out because there were so many special moments.Interacting with all of the barn animals was an amazing experience...we looked forward to the afternoons and it’s a humbling experience to be able to help care for them.On one exceptionally clear night, Troy and Cyndi set up their telescope so that we could have a closer look at the moon. It was a magical experience as we could see craters on the moon!We look forward to future stays and are so grateful to find an oasis during these challenging times.

karen mcmillen

2021-05

My husband and I brought our 2-year old and our dog to the Dog & Pony Ranch and cannot wait to book a return visit. The guest quarters were designed to be luxurious for both canines and humans, there was so much attention to detail to make it comfortable for our whole family. We spent a good deal of time with the animals, hiking trails, playing with our dog in the pond, driving around the small towns - but there were so many amenities that we found ourselves wanting more at the end of our three-night visit. Cyndi and Troy went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time, including capturing photos of us interacting with the animals so we could enjoy our time instead of playing photographers. The guest quarters were immaculately clean, and there were signs that they are currently taking extra precautions to sanitize between guest visits. Our family feels restored after a retreat to their ranch and we will be looking forward to our next visit.

Mark Ramirez

2023-05

Best experience ever for our labradoodle!We were only able to fit in a day trip. Owners were great, met us, showed us around, let us wander. They were always available to help us. Cyndi and Troy are great hosts.The grounds are immaculate. We were hesitant to let our 15 month puppy off leash. Recall is not her strongest skill. But, after seeing SIXTY ACRES of land fence for dog, and having their dogs as support, we took a leap of faith. Our dog followed their dogs and always stayed nearby.Even as day guests, we had full use of the guest house during our trip. We opted to only use the bathroom and porch (picnic). However, had we chosen, we could have used the hot tub, etc.Cyndi and Troy have created a dog/people oasis on their land. They have paid to have graded hiking trails, fulling fenced, swimming pond, and more.The pond is very unique. It has been designed and built for swimming, not as a pond. As such it has never held fish or been fished in. No fishing hooks to worry about! I know the sides are a cement like product, so it's not mushy dirt. The main entry is graded as a beach entry. Easy for humans and dogs to enter and get out. Cyndi and Troy have even supplied floats for humans, and toys for dogs.I could not think of a way to improve what is offered at DogPony Ranch. I look forward to returning. Definitely for an overnight trip!

Candace Elings

2022-05

We are returning guests of the immaculate Dog & Pony Ranch and it was just as amazing as our first visit. Troy and Cyndi went above and beyond to provide new experiences for our visit. The moment you reserve your stay to checking out is seamless and catered to your needs. Thank you for creating a dog friendly vacation get away we plan to visit for years to come!

Karen Dahlem

2021-05

What a fabulous ranch! We enjoyed every aspect it offers. The home is absolutely gorgeous, comfortable, well supplied, and tastefully appointed. Our Rhodesian Ridgeback loved being off leash the entire time and Cyndi and Troy (the best hosts we have ever encountered) took the time to make sure he was properly introduced to all the farm animals. Great fun to hand feed them. We lunched around the pond and watched hawks soar and later took in beautiful territorial views from the highest point of property while enjoying our cocktails in the evening. Very special place. Go!

Christina Quiggle

2023-05

When describing Dog and Pony Ranch to friends after our stay last week, the word that came to mind was “idyllic ”. Our first time at the ranch was five years ago with a different set of our dogs and that was wonderful. But Troy and Cyndi, the delightful hosts, have improved on wonderful. There are new trails, an extended porch, and more animals. There is a pergola next to the pond. And the comfy house everything you need and more, from a welcoming basket of snacks and beverages to farm fresh eggs in the fridge, plenty of towels and pillows - you name it. And a kitchen that is better equipped than any in my experience. Our two dogs had the time of their lives running off leash, visiting the nearby lake and meeting the farm animals. This child at heart loved it every bit as much as they did. The only downside was having to leave after two nights. I can’t stop thinking about when we can return for a longer stay!

Jenny Kaiser

2022-05

Cyndi and Troy met beyond our expectations. Our trip was incredible thanks to the hospitality and genuinity that they both brought. They truly care for their animals and we couldn't have been happier. Our group would like to make this a recurring trip because we had that much fun. We look forward to returning soon!

Kayla Chin

2021-05

This is probably the most heart felt review I’ve ever left for any vacation experience. Cyndi and Troy, owners of Dog and Pony Ranch, are fabulous! There are so many details about our trip to their ranch that made every second magical but I will just touch on a few (otherwise my review would be pages long!):*their property is beautiful, perfectly manicured, and safe for pets and kids alike*the guest house is spacious with high quality furnishings. They truly didn’t cut any corners! The master bed is amazingly comfortable too!!* the animals are well taken care of (dare I say...spoiled!) and well acquainted with people therefore very friendly and safe for all ages*Cyndi and Troy are highly knowledgeable about their animals and they both obviously enjoy teaching so myself and my family learned a lot during our stay*hot tub was a perfect treat after a long, fun filled day*Cyndi is incredibly responsive and soooo easy to communicate withWe cannot wait to return to their ranch! If you have dogs or kids...or both, I highly suggest a stay at the Dog and Pony Ranch. 5 stars doesn’t do it justice!!!

Poppy Scott

2021-05

We had a fabulous 3-day stay at the ranch with our two springer spaniels. We all loved the hiking trails, pond and covered patio to watch the sunset. Cyndi & Troy are wonderful hosts and their property and accommodations are perfect. Highly recommended!!

Elizabeth Cho

2022-05

We had an excellent stay at the Dog and Pony Ranch. My kids had a blast riding horses, feeding the animals and walking on the trails. The owners are attentive and make sure that your stay is enjoyable. The house is large and clean. I highly recommend it!

Joyce Chong

2022-05

what a special weekend treat! we absolutely loved dog and pony ranch! Cindy and Troy were such gracious hosts! The kids enjoyed the animals so much and riding on the horses made it extra special. Highly recommend!

David Jeffries

2020-05

Scenic views, beautiful home, and wonderful hosts! Don't hesitate to book today!

D Dickey Larson

2023-08

Wonderful! Highly recommend!

Me Lynn

2023-05

Great I ate dino nuggets 😋

mandy case

2022-05

Amazing place for a kids birthday party.

Robert Thomason

2022-05

very beautiful