This guest and horse ranch in the heartland of
Georgia is situated on two hundred acres of prime Georgia farmland. You can horseback ride
for hours and not leave the ranch. Whether you want to ride lazily through lush wooded
trails or lope
across beautiful open meadows, S.C.Ranch is big
enough to accommodate any of your needs. Horses are carefully matched to suit everyone's
individual riding ability. Beginners need not worry; riding lessons are available to
anyone who needs them.If you seek more of a challenge, we will take you and
your horse to nearby Hard Labor State Park for an additional fee. The park offers 5,800
acres of riding, camping and fishing. Boasting 14 miles of riding trails as well as an
18-hole championship golf course for your enjoyment.After your
sporting activities, you will enjoy a relaxing dip in the swimming pool, you can work on
your tan or soak away the exertion of the day in our outdoor hot tub. Other pastimes
can be enjoyed:
throwing horseshoes, playing volleyball or just reading a good book. Your hosts are
experts at making every minute of your stay, as exciting or restful as you may desire.
The S.C. Ranch is a premier
year-around guest ranch and horse farm is home to over 100 quality Paint and
Quarter horses. Best known for its exceptional horseback riding program
and unguided riding opportunities, this riding estate combines this with
delightful accommodations, exceptional cuisine, and personalized service
for a complete All-Inclusive vacation experience that will exceed your
expectations.
GRGA01 2008 Rates include accommodations, all meals,
4 hrs of riding each day 8 days/ 7 nights $ 560 to $995 see
below for all details Tax: 12% state tax
Gratuities: 10 to 15% suggested Airport: Atlanta Transfer: by shuttle bus or taxi
Open: All Year
Horses:
Quarter, Pinto, Appaloosa
Tack:
Western Pace: Moderate with trots and canters.
Level:
All levels for guided rides,
intermediate for unguided rides Note: Smoking is allowed outdoors
or on outdoor decks only.
Meals: Guests rave about meals at S.C.
Ranch. Prepared fresh daily by the ranch’s
professional staff, guests are treated to an
exquisite buffet three times daily including a
full country breakfast buffet, featured lunch,
and casual dinner.
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details
Accommodations: Delightful accommodations are available in 16 clean,
individual guestrooms throughout the 12,000 sq. ft southern style
mansion. Choose a room with a rustic, western theme, or one decorated in
a classic southern Victorian style. Each room is pleasantly appointed
featuring a King-size bed, air conditioning, private bath, TV, VCR, and
telephone with data port. Some rooms also have additional beds for
families. Premium rooms offer balcony, fireplace, sauna, and/or Jacuzzi
bath. The peaceful, secluded atmosphere and comfortable furnishings invites
one to relax, read or socialize around the covered decks or pool patio
areas. Indoor sunroom/reading room, TV room, and game room are
additional alternatives.
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Horseback rides are scheduled twice daily, 7 days a week. If you’re a
beginner, don’t worry – riding lessons are available and horses are
personally assigned based on your riding experience and preferences.
They’ll supply all the equipment you’ll need to ride, but you’re welcome
to bring your own if you choose. Their relaxed riding program even
allows guests the unique opportunity to ride on their own if they
desire, but small guided groups are always available. You’ll be
encouraged to groom and help tack the horses for a true hands-on and
bonding experience. Whether you want to ride lazily across beautiful
open pastures, or trot through lush wooded trails, the ranch
can accommodate your needs. And if you feel up to the challenge, they
offer an optional 9+ mile trail ride at nearby Hard Labor Creek State
Park for an additional fee. If you are not a horseback rider, and don’t
wish to start, there are non-riding plans with reduced rates to meet
your needs
You’ll find many ways to relax and unwind at at the ranch. You
can enjoy a dip in the swimming pool or a soak in the hot tub. Seasonal
flowers and beautiful landscaping adorn the ranch. Enjoy a good book in
the shade next the to pool and water fountain. Guests also enjoy playing
pool, darts, or foosball in the game room, riding mountain bikes,
throwing horseshoes, shooting basketball, or catching a nap after a
meal. You and your family will enjoy the All-Inclusive program and the
unlimited soft drinks tea, coffee, fresh lemonade, snacks, fruit and
fresh baked desserts available 24 hours per day.
Georgia’s mild climate allows the ranch to operate as a year-around full
service guest ranch. This liberty facilitates staffing the ranch with
mature, non-temporary, knowledgeable professionals who care about your
satisfaction and enjoyment. Enjoy Southern hospitality at its finest.
S.C. Ranch is a great place for couples, singles, and
families. Guests visit from all around the globe. Leave the rest of the
world behind and spend some time in Georgia’s Historic Heartland
reveling in bountiful meals, blissful seclusion, and relaxing, joyful
evenings.
Capacity: 35
Rates
All-Inclusive Plan (per person)
The All-Inclusive plan includes horseback riding (twice daily), pool, hot tub, meals (three times daily), game room activities,
unlimited soft drinks and other non-alcoholic beverages (24
hours), unlimited snacks and desserts (24 hours), bike riding, and
more. A large video selection is also available at no charge for
viewing in the TV room or in your own room.
Children discounts:
Children rates are based on sharing with
two adults.
Children
under 9 usually are on a restricted riding
program which means that they generally will
ride doubled up with a parent. They may also
have some riding in a corral using the
parent's horse time. So, if a parent rides
doubled for 1.5 hours out of a possible 2
hours, they may use the last 30 minutes in a
corral for the child under the parents
supervision...and or lead line. Triple or quadruple occupancy (Adults) 25% off for 3rd or 4th person Non rider rates: same
as rider rates - have use of mountain
bike
Low Season:
Jan
6 to March 1 and Nov 25 - Dec 20 Mid Season:
Mar
2 – Mar 8, Apr 15 – May 24, Aug 12 – Nov 20
High
Season:
Mar
9 – Apr 14, May 25 –
Aug 11,
Nov 21 – Nov 24, Dec 21 – Jan 5 all rates are subject to 12% taxes
Airport
Transfers: by shuttle bus ~$40 pp each way
or by taxi ~$100 per taxi each way Horses:
You may bring and board your own horse
for $20 a night. Negative Coggins Required
Hard Labor Creek Park Ride:
$50 per person, $100 minimum
Riding Instructions: ~$35 per hour Open: All year Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish,
German Smoking: Allowed in designated areas. No pets.
Dining & Amenities
Our meals
are served buffet style 3 times daily
and feature a delicious mix of
international cuisine as well as local
favorites.
Serving times are 8am, 1pm, and 6pm.
All guests are able to enjoy
complimentary breakfast, unlimited soft
drinks, tea, coffee, fresh lemonade,
snacks, fruit and fresh baked desserts
available 24 hours per day.
Our newest amenity is an aqua massage
bed. This is a very unique and highly
specialized machine. A spray bar
traveling shoulder to toe shoots heated,
pulsating water from your centerline
around to your sides. Rest assured - you
remain clothed and dry for your privacy
and comfort. Our aqua massages are a
perfect way to ease those sore muscles
from time spent in the saddle or the
trip here. It is reported that 10-15
minutes on the aqua bed is
therapeutically equivalent to a
60-minute personal massage. Aqua
massages are not included in our
packages, but are quite reasonable on an
a la carte basis.
Other
Amenities:
Free WIFI internet service
Complimentary internet terminal
Pool & hot tub
Fire pit
Game room
TV room
Sunroom/Reading room
DVD library
Hiking trails
Courtesy refrigerator (centrally
located)
Fax service
Laundry facilities
Accommodations
Accommodation Levels
Rooms are divided into 5 categories; 1-5 with 5
being the highest.
Each room category is pleasantly appointed featuring
a King-sized bed, A/C, TV, DVD, phone and private
bath.
Premium rooms offer whirlpools, fireplaces, and
unmatched views.
Rooms are available with a rustic, western theme or
one of more traditional Southern décor. Some rooms
may have a King and Queen or King and twin bed
arrangement.
Room Level 1:Standard rooms feature
King or Queen Bed, TV,
DVD, limited or no view (basic room).
The Cherokee, The Navajo, The
Senoma, and The General Lee Room Level 2:Standard rooms feature
King Bed (some with additional queen or twins), TV,
DVD, larger floor
plan, good/great views.
The Seminole, The Iroquois,
The Painted Desert, Savannah
and The Mint Julep Room Level 3:Superior rooms
Same as category 2, plus either a personal
sized whirlpool or 40-channel TV with semi-private
balcony.
The Red River, The Magnolia,
The Southern Belle and The Plantation Room Level 4:Deluxe
Same as category 2, plus large whirlpool tub
for two, separate shower
and 32" 40-channel TV.
Scarlet O'Hara Room Level 5: DeluxeSuperior Same as category 4, plus fireplace and
vaulted ceilings with larger whirlpool,
shower, and bathroom.
Cattle Baron and Charleston
room
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