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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

500 Acre Ranch on the Foot of Mount Shasta.


500 Acres of beautiful isolation. It’s like being in a National Park without tourists.
We have Water, water, water, every where water. Our Creek is Spring fed and our Well abundant. Take long showers and enjoy the luxury of super clean, clear water.
Once there, You will feel like you own your own ranch in the heart of the Old West.

This rental is a beautiful, unique and limited opportunity. Only one family or group will be able to take advantage of this offer at a time. It is like a Guest Ranch, but you have the place to yourself with solitude and privacy in a beautiful natural setting. Photographs just can not do it justice. There are spectacular views in all directions.

The ranch is in the heart of the Old West with numerous rivers and lakes nearby. It is 10 minutes North of downtown Mt. Shasta and 25 minutes South of Yreka. The McCloud River:45 minutes, The Upper Sacramento: 15 minutes, The Klamath (45 min.), the Trinity River (45 min.),the Pit River and Hat Creek (about one hour). Our on-site ponds abound in trophy size trout. A gin-clear, spring creek, full of trout, runs for 1 3/4 miles through the property. If you ever dreamed of helping your child catch a trout, this is the place to make real, that fantasy! The fishing is unsurpassed. To protect and preserve the Trout, only Barbless Flys are allowed in the ponds. It's a Catch and Release venue.

While extremely private, the ranch is less than five minutes from the city of Weed and 10 minutes from Mount Shasta City.
Interstate 5 is 5 minutes away and the Weed airport is 10 minutes away.

Mount Shasta has Tesla Super Chargers and the Ranch has Outdoor 240 Volt (fifty Amp) and 120 Volt Sockets for charging your Electric Vehicle.

If you want a secluded, and beautiful home base from which to explore Northern California and Southern Oregon this is an excellent venue.

The house lies at the end of a mile long, unpaved private country road. This secluded mountain valley provides spectacular 360 degree views. I often sit outside with a cup of tea or a cold drink and watch the views and wildlife as time seems to stand still. If you are an artist or bird watcher you will be captivated. The lighting is fantastic.

A small horse and cattle operation is run by two local cowboys who are also officers of the law in town. Their occasional presence on the range will help guard your privacy and will add a layer of security. Bill and Tim (policeman and Sheriff respectively) know the area well and can provide excellent information about the regions extensive recreational opportunities.

There is one main bathroom and an extra toilet in the laundry room area.

With all of the water around, it is amazing that there are no Mosquitoes or other biting insects to speak of. Having stayed at places where bug spray was a necessity, I believe this is a issue every vacationer should look into before committing to a rental property.
there is NO WiFi but cell phone reception is excellent for all Smart Phones and Tablets etc.

Tim, the Ranch Manager and Kelly, the House Keeper work hard to make your experience enjoyable. Please consider leaving them a Tip to express your appreciation.

Thank you,
Bill Broadhead
Owner

Keywords: Ranch House
Electric Vehicle Friendly

Property manager

Bill Broadhead

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Absolutely NOT!!!

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1850 sq ft (172 sq m)

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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

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Must sign the Rental Agreement prior to Occupancy

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

500 Acre Ranch Foot Mount Shasta House Weed
500 Acre Ranch Foot Mount Shasta House
500 Acre Ranch Foot Mount Shasta Weed
500 Acre Ranch Foot Mount Shasta
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500 Acre Ranch on the Foot of Mount Shasta
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About the neighborhood

Map
Weed, CA

Getting around

  • Dunsmuir Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cougar Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mount Shasta Brewing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 500 Acre Ranch on the Foot of Mount Shasta. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 500 Acre Ranch on the Foot of Mount Shasta.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 500 Acre Ranch on the Foot of Mount Shasta.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 500 Acre Ranch on the Foot of Mount Shasta. located?

Located in the mountains, this Weed vacation home offers ski-in/ski-out access within 3 mi (5 km) of Lincoln Park, Weed Golf Club, and Bel Air Park. Weed Library and Weed City Hall are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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500 Acre Ranch on the Foot of Mount Shasta. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Springtime Retreat
Beautiful spacious property. Great views of Mt. Eddy and Mt. Shasta. Delightful week to get away from it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was so nice and relaxing! No neighbors. Gorgeous views! We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay! It was a decent farm house that accommodated our family nicely! We didnt even explore the whole property, and will definitely be back! We miss it already!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Liz K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ranch stay
Property is lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazingly peaceful 500 acres with view of Mt Shasta
This property gave me the privacy and seclusion on 500 acres to really get in touch with nature, while enjoying amazing views of rolling hills and mountains. The home is spacious and has a quaint country ranch feel to it. I watched horses and cows grazing in the back, while sipping my coffee in the morning next to a beautiful pond by the house out front. This land is truly magical, and I enjoyed every moment of my stay here. The owner was also a pleasure to work with and was always available to answer any questions that I had. I look forward to staying here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picturesque property
Secluded but not too far from Weed or Mt Shasta. Great views in a tranquil setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

J A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful ranch stay
Beautiful lands with views of Mt Shasta and surrounding areas. Enjoyed meandering around the meadows and by the ponds with our dog, and watching the cattle out back through the kitchen window. Comfortable house with board games and a nicely equipped kitchen; easy communication with the owner. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect!
We loved the ranch. It was so beautiful and quiet. My son in law enjoyed fishing the ponds while my other SIL and I went up to Mt Shasta and did some snowmobiling. The host was a great communicator as well. The dogs enjoyed running around the ranch as well. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S., Lebanon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and quiet
We totally enjoyed our family getaway at this ranch house & acres. The house had everything we needed, including great views and quiet. We took many enjoyable walks to the ponds, the creek, and up the hill for a great view of the area and Mount Shasta. Many good memories were created!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristian H., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Awesome Awesome...will be back
We really loved our stay at the ranch. The privacy, activities, and fresh air was a perfect recipe for our family and dog. Our dog was miserable when we got back...he loved it up there so much! Our daughters loved petting the horses and watching the cattle...and we enjoyed walking all over the ranch. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise at the top of the State
Our family had a wonderful winter weekend at Broadhead Ranch. This is a truly exceptional VRBO experience and ranks at the top of our favorite family trips. The ranch is secluded and peaceful, yet remarkably close to town and freeway acess. We enjoyed frosty winter hikes, family game time around the wood burning stove, and daytrips to Mount Shasta and Scott Valley (try Five Marys Burgerhouse, it's great). We cannot wait to come back and experience a different season!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen Jeannine V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great country experience
If you want to slow down and get away this is your place. A back to the land feeling sets in and grows on you. There's horses that roam freely, cows, fields, water and majestic mountains. The house is old rustic, full of cowboy art. There is only one bathroom.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Rose A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning
Amazing property, brand new country kitchen, dog heaven, super clean, sunsets and sunrises are world class here! Ponds & trails overgrown, outside is super rustic, we didn't care but a cleaner first impression/porch/trash & better pond/boat access would've made it a solid 5 star for all.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Getaway
It's all good. A great place to relax, unwind, and leave the daily stress behind. Our host, Bill Broadhead, continues to be attentive to our needs on every visit. And Cowboy Tim is the best -- he never runs out of great stories to be told. We always look forward to our next adventure at the Broadhead Trout Ranch.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Views
This 500 acre ranch was outstanding! My family and I loved the house, the views, the horses, and ponds. The house is very nice and we all felt super comfortable and slept so good here! It was well stocked with most of the things we needed. We just ran to the local grocery store and picked up some food. It was a short drive to take our kids sled riding. It was quiet. Our dogs absolutely loved it! The view from every window in the house was amazing! We couldn’t get enough. We can not wait to go back and visit in the spring/summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Craig T., San Anselmo

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Another OK stay at the ranch
Second time here. We had an issue with check-in but Bill handled it quickly. We've stayed here before and were happy to see some key upgrades since our last stay - updated kitchen, new windows, etc. However the grounds were quite unkempt; trash was seen around the property grounds, water leaked into the place from heavy rains, the grounds on the way in have been burned down from the Mill fire and a dump area has just been left there. Quite unsightly. Until we get word that these issues have been addressed we'll find somewhere else to stay in Shasta.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farm Cabin Amazing Property
With my wife and 3 girls and 1 bathroom, I wasn’t sure how we would handle a few days in an old rustic farm house at the end of a dirt road. I underestimated the ladies completely. They took a walk in a thunderstorm, fished the pond twice, met the cows and cow patties and recovered, fed cowboy Tim’s horses in the meadow, hiked and swam the McCloud Falls, talked me into s’mores - the bbq makes a great fire pit, took riding lessons from Rocking Mattie’s Ranch and then sunset kayaked Lake Siskiyou - my personal highlight. Usually I have to hike for days to find a spot with incredible mountain and meadow views and no one else around but here it is right outside of town. Beautiful spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Wonderful Location near Mt Shasta
We really enjoyed our stay at the ranch. The location is a wonderful home base for exploring Mt. Shasta, Lava Beds Nat. Monument, McCloud Falls and many other lakes, water falls, hikes etc. The property is vast - with plenty to explore and do on site. The three ponds, creek, trails, wildlife (jackrabbits, lizards, quail, ground squirrels, hawks, garter snake) and the cows and horses kept our 6 year old constantly entertained. the hammock was a great place for adults to kick back and relax. The house is a bit rustic, but very spacious and comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to cook with and the games/Lego were an unexpected plus. The week we visited was exceptionally hot - but the swamp cooler kept the house very cool. Great views of Mt. Shasta and the Eddy Mountains from the house gave us an amazing view of a summer lightening storm one evening - prompting my son to comment - this is better than fireworks!.

10/10 Excellent

James C., Portland, Oregon, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A snowy stay
After getting our vehicles stuck in snow drifts, we hiked 3/4 mile into the ranch during a blizzard (storm of the century, so they say). The heater was on, and wood was available for the wood stove ... converting our Donner party arrival into a true adventure. The next morning, we awoke to blue sky and an unbelievable view of Mt Shasta. The hike out to our vehicles confirmed the snow drifts had gotten much larger overnight. Hiking to the trout ponds was replaced by a few hours of shovel work. With the owner and ranch manager's support, the road got plowed into the ranch and the stress ended. We enjoyed family time with our dogs, playing scrabble and doing crosswords for the rest of our time there. Views out every windows were fantastic. Just got to go back when conditions are better ;o).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Secluded Getaway
Thank you Bill for sharing your piece of Heaven with our family. Our 2 Labrador Retrievers had the time of their lives! There's so much to explore. Our days were spent with morning coffee strolls to the little pond watching our labs swim their hearts out. Mid day long hikes to the creek where we had creekside picnics and bubbly; an afternoon nap or two, and evenings of the most glorious sunsets by the big pond all with Mt. Shasta in all her glory overlooking us. This place is a dream for outdoorsy people with easy strolls around the property in utter seclusion. The house is perfect for everything you need to enjoy after coming in from a long day of exploring. We've already booked our next trip! Perfect for everyone but especially perfect for those hoping to disconnect and enjoy the outdoors. It's just a few minutes to town for all your groceries and a few small restaurants. Out of all our travels to VRBOs nationwide this is hands down our favorite of all. We hear the fishing is amazing but we haven't done that yet, will report back on our next trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
God’s country
No words can describe the beauty of the property. The sunsets were breathtaking. Though we didn’t fish, we enjoyed exploring, petting the horses & relaxing on the front porch. The farmhouse is rustic; creaking floors & high ceilings. Could use a good scrubbing, but had everything we needed. I would have a lot of fun fixing/decorating it, though! We appreciated the authenticity of the old homestead. We enjoyed a rare summer rain & swinging in the hammock at dusk. Stargazing for a little while before being eating alive by mosquitoes. We hiked to Deadfall Lakes one day and shopped in McCloud & ate at Yak’s in Dunsmuir one afternoon. The rest of the time we stayed close to home, enjoying the peace & quiet & cooler weather. We joked and said it was our own little Yellowstone Ranch & hoped Rip would come riding up with the cattle! An amazing place to stay and relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best kept secret
Part of me wants to keep what am AMAZING place this was to myself to preserve the awesomeness of this spot. The information from the property manager prior to getting there was outstanding. It was chalk full of ideas and had all the information you could want and more. The location was a mile down a dirt road (bumpy and rocky) on a ranch (bring good footwear to walk around the property). There were beautiful views outside each of the windows in the home. The house was clean and cozy, with all the amenities you could want at a home away from home, with plenty of kitchen utensils pans, and even some extra spices. The beds were very cozy! Oh there is basically one bathroom, with an extra toilet in the laundry room with only a wall for privacy around it. This wasn't a problem, and I'm glad there was an extra facility to use (handy of there's a small group). There's a lovely wood stove (not necessary during summer) and the temp in the home was perfect... Bring charcoal briquettes if you want to BBQ for the outside grill. Wildflowers and water features around make for a soothing atmosphere - and we would go out on the front lawn in the morning to meditate- where we were visited by a jackrabbit in the morning, with cows and horses roaming around. I can't think of one critique or downside to our stay here.(Actually you may want to bring big spray during summer). I'm so grateful this property is available for others to use and can't wait for the opportunity to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection!
Our stay on Broadhead Trout Ranch was exactly what we were looking for. The owner sent us a list of ideas for things to do and we followed his instructions for several walks along the property. It was fun finding our way to what he was describing and reassuring to know we were still on the right property. We spent hours walking around, playing at the creek and ponds, and soaking in the unbelievable beauty in every direction. Inside the ranch was just as good. We only used three of the beds- but they were all memory foam / tempurpedic style and we slept so well. The kitchen has been wonderfully updated and we enjoyed sitting at the table to play cards and hang out after our long days outside. Our kids- city kids by circumstance- got a kick out of feeding and petting the horses. We bought a big bag of apples and carrots and they went through both! i had to test the local person a couple times to check on the road (we stayed after a big snow) and to make sure we were still on the property during one of our walks and he texted back timely and was very nice. I can't recommend Broadhead Trout Ranch enough! Thanks to Bill and Tim- we hope to come back in the summer one year!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My husband and I rented this property for our family of 3 children, 3 dogs and adult daughter and son in law for our 15 year anniversary on 4/20/23. We wanted a quiet place where we can take our kids to be outside along with our puppies. The property met all our needs. Beautiful, peaceful, secluded. The view from all windows in the house are breathtaking. We spent all day from sunrise to sunset out side relaxing or exploring. My kids were so excited to see the horses. And with permission from Tim, they were able to even feed them. Our 4 year old loved throwing pebbles in the little pond. The house had all the amenities you need. We barbecued, cooked, watch the sunrise and sunset. My husband and I were able to go into town 5 minutes away for anything we needed. After loosing my Dad in December, it has been a rough past couple of months. So this peaceful getaway was exactly what we needed. Sitting on the hammock in the early morning drinking coffee listening to the stream in the little pond was the perfect way to start my morning. We will most definitely make this a 1-2 times a year family getaway destination! Thank you Bill for your hospitality 🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Sandy G.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
A little TLC needed
You drive through burn scar to get to the property but once through it you have beautiful views and it's very quiet. The accommodations were adequate. We thought it odd that there was a working toilet in the laundry room but no door nor a working sink. The best views are seen from the kitchen sink window. We thought how nice it would be to be able to sit on that side of the house and enjoy the views. Really amazing.The outside of the house and the property need TLC. There were cobwebs bordering every window & heavy in the patio, there was what looked to be window glass, an old wall heater cover, and wood pallets laying on the west side of the house which could be seen from the kitchen window. The pond pictured in the listing is over grown with cattails; you can't reach the pond unless you were to push through the thick cattails. There is no pathway to the large pond but we forged our own path through the star thistle and dry grass and found the 2 person kayak (no life vests) and picnic table. The stream that runs through the property is overgrown with blackberries (which are delicious) but the best way to get to the stream/creek is by the small pond by the "tiny house". The blackberry vines are not as thick there so you can get to the water if you cut a few vines. The small pond is more accessible than the large pond but fishing would still be challenging there. The pictures are not quite up to date with current conditions, but it is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Broadhead Trout Ranch
Beautiful property and a working cattle ranch. Took the family and 2 grandkids. Fishing was a bit difficult, but lots of other fishing spots close by. We liked feeding the horses carrots. Cows were great to see all around. Ranch manager Tim was really helpful with tips. Nice ranch to hike all over.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024