What’s the story on Scimitar Ridge Ranch:
Following years of careful planning and envisioning, Scimitar Ridge Ranch was built as a world-class equestrian and conference center in the early 1990s. At that time, the property was a total of 170 acres and included what is now an RV Park at the bottom of the hill. The property took 12 years to develop, and 5.5 years just to build the main lodge. Throughout the 1990s and into the 2000s, the Ranch was bought and sold a few different times (once owned by the heiress of the Ralston-Purina fortune) and underwent several renovations and changes. The indoor riding arena became an indoor event center, the upstairs of the Ark was turned from barn to 6-bedroom living accommodations, and sections of the property were subdivided and some parcels were sold-off. In 2004, the current owner at the time (a Microsoft executive) defaulted on his loan and the bank purchased the property back. The lenders sat on it for several years before selling to the last owners, a local family who used it as a vacation retreat. In fall of 2022, Scimitar Ridge Ranch went to auction with Sotheby’s as a 41-acre property. Competing against a handful of other bidders, we won the property at a live auction with the highest bid. We spent the next several months rehabbing the Luxury Lodge and most other buildings on the property with the intent to turn it into a Luxury Rental Lodge plus camp accommodations for our Church community. In Spring of 2023, we began sharing Scimitar Ridge Ranch with friends, family and guests and we have enjoyed every moment and memory made since!
Can I have a wedding, camp or event at Scimitar Ridge Ranch?
Absolutely! We consider multi-day celebratory stays/rentals on a case-by-case basis. Please enquire for more information.
How many people can the Ranch accommodate?
We have sleeping accommodations for up to ~200 guests amongst the Luxury Lodge, cabins and bunkhouses. Our event center can hold ~200 people. The Luxury Lodge can accommodate groups of up to 35 people overnight and up to 80 for gatherings. We have options for all sizes of groups, from 35-200!
Can I drive-by and see the Ranch?
No, you cannot. We have security gates ensuring privacy for us, our neighbors, and our guests. Visits/tours are by appointment only.
How can I tour the Ranch?
We are available by appointment only. Please contact us directly for upcoming dates and times we may have available to tour the Ranch.
Do you allow photography and/or video production at the Ranch?
On a case-by-case basis, we do allow photography or filming to be done at the Ranch. Please contact us directly for upcoming dates and times we may have available.
If I rent the Ranch, what all is included?
Everything to make your stay as comfortable as possible! We include all luxury bed and bath linens, the kitchens are stocked for cooking and service, travel size bath amenities, kitchen and bath paper goods, games, puzzles and more. Contact us directly for a more specific list of what all is included.
Are there any other important details I should know before considering renting the Ranch?
Always! See below…
We do NOT have TV/cable service on the property. We just recently (March 2024) had Starlink internet installed on the property (at Lux Lodge, Cabins and Ark; NOT Yellowstone Event Center). We are still exploring the bandwidth and capability of this new internet service; please check with us directly for an update if internet is a major factor for your group/rental.
Only the Ark and Yellowstone Event Center have air conditioning.
We do NOT allow pets at the Ranch.
We have a ‘high-level’ of security at the Ranch. We have a security monitoring system, as well as several outdoor cameras throughout the property. This ensures the security of us, our neighbors, and our guests. It also prevents potential trespassing or break-ins.
As disclosed in all our contracts: Guests must comply with all rules and regulations provided within their contract. Please understand that Scimitar Ridge Ranch is a private residence and not a public hotel or facility. All uses must conform in spirit to this and allow for the private, quiet enjoyment of all neighbors. All guests must behave in a suitable and appropriate manner. Scimitar Ridge Ranch reserves the right to determine whether behavior and use during a rental period conforms to this standard. Scimitar Ridge Ranch reserves the right to halt a rental that is not conforming to these standards without advance notice and without refund. Quiet hours are from 9pm to 8am, 7 days a week.
The 50 acre property has dozens of other buildings, including but not limited to: staff housing, additional cabins/rentals, a chapel, a BBQ pavilion, storage facilities and an event center. You are welcome to wander the entire property at your leisure, but please be mindful and respectful of staff, other guests, etc. You are NOT allowed to enter any buildings other than those your group has secured. If you are interested in renting additional accommodations or spaces, please inquire prior to your check-in date.
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