
Mountain Getaways at Smith Fork Ranch
2 night minimum
Relaxing with a glass of wine on the porch at our Colorado ranch, savoring the chef's pre-dinner delights and watching the sunset -- with no thought or concern other than the splendor of the Rockies. A sublime end to a perfect ranch day.
Smith Fork Ranch invites you to our mountain hideaway to horseback ride and hike with us in the Gunnison National Forest and fly fish on the private waters of our Colorado guest ranch. Come enjoy an intimate dinner in front of the lodge fireplace, visiting our wine cellar beforehand to make your evening wine selection from among more than 250 labels. Our gracious, attentive staff, and our beautifully appointed cabins and Old Elk lodge await your arrival. Stay two nights or as long as you like. We doubt you'll want to leave.
Choose a charming, cozy cabin or lodge room for your living quarters. All have been carefully restored with the unique vintage character of each meticulously preserved. American primitive antiques, original art by native artists and furniture made by local artisans provide an ambiance of unpretentious luxury. From the spa robes in the slate-tiled bathrooms to the exquisite linens and feather beds, not a single detail has been overlooked.
Lauded by Food & Wine Magazine and Town & Country Travel for our "haute western cuisine", Smith Fork Ranch takes a truly farm- to- table approach to food preparation, working closely with local organic farmers and ranchers and our own farmstead/garden to coordinate menu items with weekly harvests. Farm fresh eggs, poultry, meats and game such as elk and pheasant are delivered from local farmers and ranchers. SFR is a great place for dining -- breakfast in the cookhouse, picnic lunch by a pond, or a candlelight dinner on our pavilion with panoramic view of the mountains.
We think you'll find the peace and serenity of the ranch food for your soul as well. From your porch or the lodge deck at daybreak you can watch wildlife in the meadows and up on Saddle Mountain. At night from the hot tub, search for your favorite constellation in our sky of a million stars. Be as active or as restful you like, the ranch is yours to enjoy.
After an afternoon of fly fishing our ponds or our three-mile stretch of the Smith Fork River for hungry brown trout, rainbows or cutthroat -- or riding through high mountain meadows of aspens and spruce, you may be ready for fresh baked cookies, tea, cocoa or wine in front of the fire. A-a-a-hh! And a nap.
Or perhaps it's time to explore our undiscovered corner of the Colorado Rockies. There are lots of activities, adventures and things to do.
Come experience the awe-inspiring Rocky Mountains at SFR. Unwind and recharge -- two nights or longer if you wish. Call for reservations: 970-921-3454 or e.mail us: reservations@smithforkranch.com. We welcome your queries.
Mountain Getaways -- Lodging with Breakfast
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Rates include:
- Lodging in cozy, well appointed cabins or lodge rooms with sumptuous beds
- Library / sitting room
- Pure mountain spring water
- Gift shop
- Hearty ranch breakfast
- Hike until your heart’s content on miles of scenic trails on ranch and surrounding national forest
- All ranch amenities including, full use of historic Elk Lodge with fly-tying table, satellite TV, billiards/snooker table, game room, workout room, massage room and hot tub
Taxes and 15% service charge will be added to your bill.
FOOD & WINE - a la carte: 4 course candlelight dinner - $60 per person Box picnic lunch - $20 per person
ACTIVITIES & ADVENTURES – a la carte, subject to availability, include: Massage, guided horseback riding, fly fishing, archery lessons, vineyard tours*, river-rafting*, bi-plane rides*, glider rides*, sporting clays*, upland bird hunting*. *These off-site adventures must be arranged prior to arrival.
Payment & Cancellation Policy for Mountain Getaways
50% deposit to confirm reservation. Balance of package due 30 days before arrival. Due to our intimate size and remote location, cancellations can affect us significantly. Consequently, we adhere to strict cancellation policy. If for any reason you must cancel your reservation, we will gladly return any collected funds, less 10% of the total cost of the reservation if a cancellation is made in writing 30 days or more days prior to arrival. No refund is available for cancellations less than 30 days prior to arrival.
Featured in:
Andrew Harper's Hideaway Report (One of 6 best hideaways in America)
Ambercrombie & Kent (One of 5 featured destinations in North America)
Food & Wine Magazine
Town & Country Travel Magazine
5280 Denver's Mile High Magazine - Editor's Choice: Colorado's top weekend getaway
Cowboys & Indians Magazine