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Fantastic Vacation Retreat / Family Reunions / Wedding Events ~ Private Pool!

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Dining
Lobby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 20627 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fantastic Vacation Retreat / Family Reunions / Wedding Events ~ Private Pool!

Barlocker's Ranch provides a unique, peaceful, relaxing experience suitable for all types of groups and events. In this package a 5,745 square foot main house containing 4 bedrooms/5 bathrooms/kitchen/dining room/family room/formal living room. Additional accommodations available ( additional up to 20)
Main House:
Upstairs-
Master- 2 kings, 1 queen, and 1 massage table as well as a full size bathroom containing a bath and shower. Also stepping outside the master is a hot tub.
Downstairs-
Mary Jane's Room- 1 king bed with full bathroom
Cj's Room- 1 queen bed with full bathroom
MIchael's Room- 2 twin beds with a bathroom located across the hall

Bunkhouse (2 king beds + 4twin beds in loft) bunk beds require sleeping bags bunkhouse is included with main house Full-Size Heated Pool is in between Main House & Bunk House!

The ranch is close to Monterey Bay Aquarium, California Rodeo Salinas, Pinnacles National Monument, John Steinbeck's Museum, Victorian House, and the Laguna Seca Raceway.

We now have internet (STARLINK) The main house is one of the three homes we have on the property. Main house is across the cottage we rent on A-bnb

Property manager

Margaret Barlocker

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking anywhere except 1 designated area.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 6,745 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Running, hiking, swimming and imaginary play......

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: There is an event fee
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Great Vacation Retreat Family Reunions Business Wedding Events

About the neighborhood

Map
Salinas, CA

What's nearby

  • Monterey Zoo - 15 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Toro County Park - 24 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Salinas Sports Complex - 24 min drive - 28.9 km
  • National Steinbeck Center - 24 min drive - 28.0 km
  • WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca - 34 min drive - 33.4 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 25 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taqueria Hidalgo - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Canton Garden - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Luigi's Italian Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Fantastic Vacation Retreat / Family Reunions / Wedding Events ~ Private Pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Fantastic Vacation Retreat / Family Reunions / Wedding Events ~ Private Pool! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Fantastic Vacation Retreat / Family Reunions / Wedding Events ~ Private Pool! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fantastic Vacation Retreat / Family Reunions / Wedding Events ~ Private Pool! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fantastic Vacation Retreat / Family Reunions / Wedding Events ~ Private Pool! located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Monterey Zoo, Indian Springs Park, and Wrath Winery. Fort Ord National Monument and The Farm are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Fantastic Vacation Retreat / Family Reunions / Wedding Events ~ Private Pool! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 73 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna L H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
Great location. Quiet, accessible to Monterey and coastal adventures.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will come back
The place was great overall. The bunkhouse beds were kid sized for the most part but we have smaller people that fit, it all worked out fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mayra Libeth V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a good time, perfect to stay with kids
Very nice house with all we needed to spend a long weekend with friends and our kids. A bit far from Monterey and Carmel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful property!!
We had a small family reunion here for 2 nights. The main house is nice and spacious, very clean and functional. The bunkhouse is located upstairs and some of the beds are in the loft, up a ladder. Beds were very comfy. Pool is nice, unfortunately it was too cold for us to enjoy. Lots of games and just a beautiful, peaceful property to enjoy family time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danna V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Ranch, Gorgeous Views Everywhere!
Margaret was a wonderful host! Barlocker’s Ranch is warm, clean, spacious and super comfy. We loved the ranch animals, Felipe the mini donkey was a character, Russel the ranch cat was super friendly and 14 - 8 week old puppies were a huge hit with the little ones. Samantha, Ed and Cheryl were super helpful. We had the main house, bunkhouse and the cottage, plenty of space for everyone. I highly recommend Barlockers Ranch. Thank you all for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation
It was a great place to hang out with the family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Ranch Stay
Wow wow wow!!! We had a group of friends from around the US stay at the Barlocker Ranch. Many friends were from major cities and were blown away by the location and beauty of the ranch. All of the amenities were amazing and will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family/friends weekend +wedding
It is still a functioning family ranch, so do be aware that animals, dust, equiptment, etc are a factor, but we loved it <3
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yearbook Camp
I brought a group of 16 teenage boys and 3 adult teachers to the property for a 4 day yearbook camp to plan for the upcoming school year. The property was perfect for us - plenty of rooms, beds, indoor and outdoor meeting spaces. One slight issue was wi-fi but with 19 people trying to access internet to work, that is to be expected. Thanks for having us - would definitely consider returning next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
The property was beautiful, family fell instantly in love with it. We spent a good time for the weekend. Excellent communication with the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy S., American Canyon, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ladies retreat
We loved this place! It was perfect for our group. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom M., Mercer Island, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and comfortable stay
A quickly resolved hiccup at check-in, the remainder of our stay was enjoyable, quiet, and without issue. It was a great location for our needs.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Priya J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Christmas gathering
We had a fun experience with our large group of family and friends! It is a great place that accommodates large groups of family/friends gathering together. The kids loved all the animals on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yalile F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for family and friends
We had a group of 20, including 10 kids. Th is place was perfect, the kids had a blast visiting the ponies, feeding the donkey etc. The house had a lot of things for kids to play and the pool was so much fun. We loved our stay! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely place
The house, kitchen and supplies were great. There was someone to call when we needed information or assistance. It was great to be able to talk with the owner before signing on. The first day was challenging for my husband because the electricity was off for several hours. There were plenty of beds, but there placement was awkward for the long-legged teenage boys.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linnea C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property!
Our family had a great time at this property. Luckily, the weather was good enough for us to use the pool every day. The property manager was great about responding to questions/concerns.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juliet C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Getaway
The property was beautiful and my family and I had a great time using the outdoor kitchen and the pool. The house was well-stocked with plenty of towels and the kitchen had plenty of pots, pans, dishes, etc for a large family BBQ. We really enjoyed our holiday here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ling L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun rental for large gatherings
We had a wonderful family reunion at this home. The place is large, with a main home and a bunk house that the kids loved. We also enjoyed the huge kitchen and deck (with a built in BBQ) as well as the heated pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memories to last a lifetime!
My husband and I, four grown and married children, and 13 grandchildren stayed in this amazing space for a family reunion. There was plenty of room for everyone. To my surprise, everyone especially loved the pool table, which was always being used by someone. Our last day there, a bracket was set up and a tournament ensued. The younger grandchildren never wanted to leave the pool, and also loved the visiting cat and finding frogs at night. The outside areas were beautiful and there was plenty of seating for everyone. The location of the home was private and quiet. We LOVED our time spent at the Barlocker Ranch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family getaway!
We enjoyed our stay at Barlocker Ranch. It was the perfect spot for our family gathering to celebrate our son's first birthday. There was plenty of space and privacy for each smaller family unit. We loved walking on the property and seeing all the animals. We all enjoyed the pool and outdoor space.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
Margaret was so easy to communicate with and was very responsive. The property was ideal for the kids. They loved visiting the nearby animals and playing outside. Our family had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Everything was fantastic. Couldn't have been happier
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Espie C., San Juan Bautista California

The best 🤗
We had a wonderful family vacation wish it had been warmer to spend more time in the pool but overall just being together is always the best. Margaret was a wonderful host and would love to return to the Ranch house 🏡
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Janet Y., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful reunion at ranch
Our family of 18 people had a great time at Margaret’s ranch. We brought a lot of food and the kitchen are well equipped to meet all our cooking needs. Margaret and Rosa were very responsive to our requests and text. The location of ranch is very convenient for daytime hiking to pinnacle NP and point lobos state park. I highly recommended Margaret’s ranch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Audrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and spacious
Overall good experience staying at this property. Very spacious. Pool was nice. Communication could be a little bit better from the property manager when we had issues
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022