Rustic Retreats

Ranches for every type of traveler

Text by Terry Ward

Nothing will take the Florida city slicker out of you quite like vacationing on an authentic ranch—but fear not, there’s plenty of luxury in the mix at our favorite Western escapes.

If you’ve ever considered a ranch vacation, you might be wondering where to start with the planning. Some ranches stay open for all seasons, while others stick to summer activities only. Many ranches welcome families with activities that can feel like a summer camp for everyone, while others offer adults-only weeks throughout the year for more grown-up-style fun (think: wine and whiskey tastings around the campfire instead of hot cocoa and s’mores). Read on for our picks of the best rustic retreats across this great land for every kind of traveler. And when we say rustic, we’re really only referring to the fact that you might have to saddle up and get a little dirty out on the land before retreating to your private hot tub and settling in for champagne under the stars.

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