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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.

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2006/07 Rates include accommodations, all meals, 4 hrs of riding each day
8 days/ 7 nights $ 615 to $970
 
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
Capacity: 35
Note: Smoking is allowed outdoors or on outdoor decks only.

Accommodations:
Delightful accommodations are available in 14 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.

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. Meals feature a delicious mix of international cuisine as well as local favorites. You won't walk away hungry, and don't expect to be able to stay on your diet. Unlimited soft drinks and other non-alcoholic beverages as well as snacks, desserts, and fresh fruits are available for your pleasures 24 hours a day. Special dietary meals and requirements are also available by request.

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.

 

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.
 

Room "Level"
1-5
 

Daily ($)
3 night minimum

   Weekly ($)

    Low Mid High       Low Mid High

2006/2007   

1

120

140

155

560

735

750

Double Occp.

2

135

155

170

615

815

825

3

140

160

175

640

840

850

4

150

170

185

685

895

900

5

165

185

200

750

970

970

Kids 9 -15

90 110 120 490 600 600

Kids under 9

45 55 60 245 300 300

Single
Occp.

 

1

140

160

175

645

840

850

2

155

175

190

705

920

920

3

160

180

195

730

945

950

4

170

190

205

775

995

995

5

185

205

220

845

1075

1070


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:
$75 to $140 per night incl. meals and use of mountain bike - sharing a room with a riding companion
Low Season
:
 Jan 4 to March 1 and Nov 27 - Dec 21
Mid Season:
 Mar 2 – Mar 9, Apr 23 – May 25, Aug 14 – Nov 21
High Season: Mar 10 – Apr 22, May 26 – Aug 13,
                        Nov 22 – Nov 26, Dec 22 – Jan 3
          
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: $40 per person,  $100 minimum
Riding Instructions: ~$35 per hour
Open: All year
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish, German
Smoking: Allowed in designated areas.
No pets.

Accommodation Levels
Room Level 1:   Standard rooms
(only two rooms)   
feature King or Queen Bed, TV, VCR, limited or no view.
Room Level 2:   Standard rooms   
feature King Bed (some with additional queen or twins), TV, VCR, larger floor plan, good/great views.
Room Level 3:  Superior rooms   
same as Level 2, but also features whirlpool baths.
Room Level 4:  Deluxe  
same a Level 3, but features Jacuzzi bath for two, 31" TV and VCR
Room Level 5 Deluxe Superior (only one room) 
Same as Level 4, plus fireplace, vaulted ceilings, larger Jacuzzi and bathroom with separate shower.
 

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