Meanwhile Back at the Ranch- Visiting Bull Hill in Washington

Do you love the outdoors? Enjoy the adventure of staying at a Dude Ranch! Stay in a comfy, woodsy cabin, go horseback riding through the mountains, and enjoy delicious ranch cooking. Today "meanwhile back at the ranch" spotlights Bull Hill Guest Ranch in Washington state...

 

Location
Bull Hill Guest Ranch is located in northeastern Washington State, in the northern region of Stevens County. We are approximately seven hours drive from Seattle, WA, nine hours from Portland, OR and two hours north of Spokane, WA. State Highway 20 (North Cascades/Sherman Pass), State Highway 2 (Stevens Pass), Interstate 90 (Snoqualmie Pass) and Highway 395 are the primary approaches, depending on which direction you come.

 Colville and Kettle Falls are located approximately 35 miles and 27 miles respectively; Northport, WA is located approximately 15 miles up river to the north (nearest gas/grocery services).

The guest ranch sits up in the mountains above the cattle ranch headquarters, and is located at the original site of the family's homestead. In fact, one of the old houses, built in 1916, and restored in 2006, remains as a sentinel on the hill, conjuring up images of the past for arriving visitors. It was completely renovated in 2006 and is used privately by the family as employee housing.

 

The ranch overlooks Lake Roosevelt (Columbia River) to the south and the foothills of the Canadian Rockies to the north. To the east, neighboring Idaho and its Selkirk Mountain Range can be seen on clear days from higher vantages. To the west is the Kettle Mountain Range, featuring Sherman Pass.

 

    

Beautiful views of the barn

Cabin overlooking the lake

 

Gorgeous horseback riding trails

HORSEBACK RIDING

Bull Hill has more than 70 horses of various breeds, although the Quarter Horse is the most prevalent. The Arabian, Spanish-Barb, Appaloosa, Buckskin, Palomino and Pinto are among some of the other breeds we feature. Bred and trained as working cow horses, our herd comprises mounts for varying levels of riding experience.

Bull Hill caters to beginners as well as those advanced in riding skills. Trail rides are very scenic and relaxing, while cattle drives offer more involvement and a faster, more challenging pace. No matter what our level of expertise, the wranglers will find the perfect horse and saddle for you

DAILY ACTIVITIES
At Bull Hill there are a variety of different recreational activities, depending on the time of year you visit. Included in your daily rate are options such as:
                                                                     

• Fishing
• Boating (Row Boats & Paddle Boats)
• Swimming
• Hiking
• Trap Shooting
• Wine Tours at China Bend Vineyard
• Wildlife Viewing
• Horseshoe Pit
• Hay Rides
• Mountain Biking
• Cross Country Skiing
• Snowshoeing

Guest Cabins
View from the "Bullagio" cabin

  

RANCH CABINS

The Ranch Cabins are your lodging facilities at Bull Hill Guest Ranch. Strategically located in a private setting against a backdrop of cedars, cottonwoods or aspens, the seven cabins, with no two being alike, are decorated in a rustic western theme.
"BULLAGIO"  DELUXE CABIN
The Deluxe Cabin, nicknamed "Bullagio" for its luxury accommodations and private driveway, sits on the highest point of the guest ranch compound and comprises three bedrooms and two baths, a kitchenette and washer/dryer.
"LONESTAR"  DELUXE CABIN
Our newest addition, named "Lonestar" for our friends in Texas, has similar amenities as "Bullagio" but all on one level, complete with air-conditioning, a spa-style doorless shower in the master bath and a wrap-around deck overlooking the horse barn.

RANCH COOKING

 

The cooking staff prepares fresh, tasty and hearty breakfasts, lunches, dinners and baked goods. All meals are served family-style in the Cookhouse. Meals are served as follows: breakfast at 8 AM, lunch at noon and dinner at 7 PM. Two meals are served on Sunday at 10 AM and 6 PM. For guests electing to ride during lunchtime, sack lunches are provided. Please bring your own beverages/bottled water for daily consumption/trail rides. Complimentary lemonade and iced tea are offered throughout the day in the Cookhouse.

Bull Hill Guest Ranch 3738 Bull Hill Road • Kettle Falls, WA 99141
Toll Free 1-877-BULL-HILL (1-877-285-5445)
(Please leave a message, as we are not always in the office)
Office phone & fax 509-732-1171

 http://www.bullhill.com/Rates.aspx

Bull Hill Guest Ranch was voted "#1 Best Horseback Riding in the Northwest"
by King 5's Evening Magazine - Northwest Escapes 2011

Costa Rican Tree House

Will that be the Frog or the Monkey? Or perhaps the Sloth or the Toucan?

These are just a few of the names for some of the tree houses you can stay in while exploring luscious Costa Rica. They are located in Santa Clara, San Carlos, Costa Rica. Only 2 hours from San Jose and you will be immersed in the jungle ready to relax and explore.

 

"We have six tree houses (each very private) on 10 acres and we are surrounded by a 70-acre wildlife refuge with a waterfall, pools to swim and a beautiful river....Lots of birds and wildlife on the property. A full and delicious breakfast is served each morning in our rancho. We offer a night hike with Rolando free of charge and it's a great time.

The Toucan, Sloth and Frog tree houses are all private and very cozy with a loft for the kids or adventurous adults. The Monkey and Hummingbird tree houses are both private with one level and much larger. The Yiguirro tree house is our most luxurious and private tree house. All tree houses offer rustic yet comfortable accommodations. Each tree house has air conditioning, warm-water showers, a refrigerator, safe and a large deck to relax and enjoy the rain forest. All accommodations are on the same property and are within a short walk of one another." ~Tree Houses Hotel Costa Rica.

 

 

Rates are $98 to $140 + tax a night for double occupancy.

Tree House Rates Include:

A full delicious breakfast, juice and all the Costa Rican coffee you can drink. Full access to our 70-acre wildlife refuge with waterfall and dipping pools. Help with setting up adventure tours and ideas for things to do off the beaten path. Safe parking right at your tree house. Driving directions to your next location.

There is a lot to do while in Costa Rica. There is a Safari Float by Canoe or Kayak, Venado Cave tour, hike rain forest trails to Rio Celeste Waterfall, Volcano hikes, visit a wild animal rescue center Proyecto Asis, hike the Hanging Bridges, go Zip lining through jungle canopies, and join a guide for a hike at Lake Arenal for an amazing display of tropical birds. All within close proximity to your tree house!
http://treehouseshotelcostarica.com