Collection of Accolades
From Guests and Travel Professionals

 

“My surprise getaway at SFR was incredible.  The combination of fine dining, horseback riding, the beautiful setting and a friendly attentive staff all made this a trip to remember forever!”

The Ellis Family, Morrison Colorado

“What a perfect way to spend the second half of our honeymoon.  The scenery was stunning, the food was incredible and the fantastic service, always with a personal touch, was a joy to experience!”

The Ryan’s, London England

 

“The food was great!  The views are amazing!  The pack trip is an amazing adventure.  The staff, food and accommodations exceeded our expectations.  We left feeling like a part of the Smith Fork family.  This was a great week that we will never forget.  We absolutely loved the people, the views, the fishing and the horses.  We will be back, thanks for the great memories.”

The Elkins Family, Brentwood Tennessee

 

“We knew it was going to be a great week, but we never could have imagined how great it would have turned out to be!”

The Doolittle’s, California

 

“Without a doubt, one of the most peaceful, welcoming and thoughtfully run places I’ve ever stayed.”

Joanna Symons-London Daily Telegraph travel writer

 

“Thanks so much! Our group had a terrific time.  Yours and your staffs hospitality helped make this a wonderful trip for us.  You have a beautiful place.”

Brad, Dallas Texas

 

“What a wonderful weekend, graduation, anniversary and father’s day celebration.  We loved every minute, the people, setting, dining and awesome fishing!”

Fauth Family, Wayzata Minnesota

 

 “A beautiful, well planned place.  Staff is just the best, they have a real sense of “we” are part of a team.  I felt like they communicated our needs and preferences in some constant invisible way among themselves.  The food, oh!  The food!!  The managers were skilled and enjoyable.  I can’t tell you how much I appreciated it when you planned separate activities for us while the little kids were here.  That overnight was so special and so spectacular.  I hate to leave, it is like I’m leaving home, but I will be back.”

BJ, San Francisco California

 

“True to its history and environment... One of the most luxurious, low-key destinations in the West... Dinner is an event at Smith Fork, and no one misses it.”

Food & Wine Magazine

 

“I loved Smith Fork Ranch!  There was never a dull moment from sunrise to sunset.  We’ve been traveling for three weeks all over the west coast, eating in many fine restaurants and the food at SFR beat them all.  The staff is very friendly and helpful. Thanks for the memories!”

Andrea, Lexington Kentucky

 

“We had a wonderful week.  The fishing, riding, scenery, and food were incredible.  Every single person we came in contact with whether they were a member of the kitchen staff, a guide or a wrangler was professional, good with the children, entertaining, and went out of their way to enrich our stay.”

Jeffery, Innana, Mack and Jasper, New York City

 

“No brochure will ever convey the warmth, beauty and kindness we have felt at Smith Fork Ranch!  After meeting Marley and Linda, we realized that their way of living life has been well understood by the wonderful staff that Chuck and Kerry lead.  To each and everyone that made our stay unforgettable: our most sincere thanks!”

Marcelo and Susana, Lima Peru

 

“I appreciate the ranches’ welcoming, unpretentious atmosphere... customizing each day for every guest... Guests leave here feeling as though they’ve been guests at a family’s private ranch.”

Town & Country Travel Magazine

 

“It was really nice how everybody celebrated my birthday the day that I arrived and that they gave me a present too.  The food was wonderful!! I think that this is the best ranch I have ever been to.  Also the people who work here are very nice.  To everyone working here sincere thanks for your warm hospitality and the seemingly infinite concern and follow-through in detail in all domains that all together lead to a wonderful time for us!  Everyone was sincerely nice as well as smart and competent. Wow!  The many beauties here have really touched me.”

The Wallack’s Family, Baltimore Maryland

 

“What a dreamy time!!  Everything was organized so beautifully we learned a lot.  Your staff was friendly, helpful and charming.  A massive great big thank you from us all.”

Martyn-Hemphill Family, London England

 

“From the moment I stepped out of the car, I felt myself relax all the way down to my bones.  The friendly people, beautiful country, gentle horses, hot tub with full body massage, listening to the river, gazing at the sunlight on the trees melted all cares and concerns and allowed our whole family to have the best week ever!  Thank you for what you have done.”

Neil, Honolulu Hawaii

 

“We had so much fun! This place is so beautiful and relaxing.  All of the activities were so well planned and the staff was so great!  We enjoyed the horseback riding, fishing, skeet shooting, just everything!  The food was delicious and we will definitely be trying to cook them back home.  The kittens were sweet, too! Thank you for a great vacation.”

The Graham Family, Tuscaloosa Alabama

 

“The most beautiful setting to ever spend a week, ‘The Sound of Music’ rings true with each corner turned on my steed Preacher.  Best horse ever and all the staff so genuine, helpful and sincere.  The River House is the ultimate in ranch living.  Thanks again each one of you!”

Linda, Agoura California

 

“The evening sky was incredible!  The food was amazing and each and every staff member was outstanding, the best we have ever encountered!!!  No need to even comment on the River Cabin, it truly speaks for itself.  Way to go Smith Fork Ranch!”

The Happ Family, Mequon Wisconsin

 

“The food and staff were fantastic!  The kids all had the best time. Great fishing and hiking in a beautiful setting.  Thank You!!”

The Watts Family, Houston Texas

 

“SFR just might be Colorado’s most perfect place of all.  This ranch has history, beauty, adventure and luxury all in one.”

Denver 5280 Magazine

 

“This has been an amazing time in a special part of America where four generations can share new adventures.  Thank you Linda, Marley, and the greatest staff that I have had the pleasure of meeting-everyone going out of their way to take care of our every wish.  We’ll be back.

The Bechtle’s, San Francisco California

 

“Wow- you all do it right.  I could say more but in truth I can’t say more, you are fabulous, ok I said more!  Food, fishing, horses all just plain great!”

The Doskows, Peekskill New York

 

“What a lovely place!  The best scenery, fishing, riding, staff, food and definitely the best beds!  We have all had the most fantastic time.  Thank you so, so much!!”

The Stubbs Family, London England

 

“Many, many thanks for a glorious week.  The extraordinary quality of the surroundings and staff was second only to the happiness that both provided us. We’ll all miss this place very much.  Thank you so much.  We had so much fun and hope to return in the future. Thanks especially to every member of the staff who were all so flexible, kind and full of life.  These were some of the best days of my life.  Everything was the best. I want this to be a tradition.”

The Houghton’s, New York New York

 

London Daily Telegraph’s New Years 2004 list of “THE BEST 100 PLACES IN THE WORLD” (SFR and Chateau Marmont were the only two places selected in the U.S.)

 

Denver 5280 Magazine editors’ choice for COLORADO’S TOP WEEKEND GETAWAY FOR SUMMER 2003.