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Charming Country Home Located on 1,000 Acre Ranch - Only 10 minutes to Pinnacles

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Welcome to The Tumbleweed Hotel
Please remove spurs before retiring.
The living room is spacious and comfortable; the perfect gathering spot.
Spacious kitchen includes refrigerator, dishwasher, oven/stove top and microwave
Cozy 'breakfast nook' next to kitchen. Table leaf available for larger group.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Paicines, CA
  • Bear Gulch Caves
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Pinnacles National Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Pinnacles National Park West Entrance
    ‪89 min drive‬
  • Hollister, CA (HLI-Hollister Municipal)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Floral Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Rustic Iron Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Willow Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Southwest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

White/Green Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Country Home Located on 1,000 Acre Ranch - Only 10 minutes to Pinnacles

Located on a scenic 1,000 acre ranch, Tumbleweed Hotel is a comfortable 3 bedroom, 2 bath, fully contained house. The enclosed sun porch is perfect for relaxing with a good book or a competitive board game. This house has charming decor and comfortable queen sized beds in all 3 bedrooms. Kitchen includes dishwasher, microwave, oven/stove top, refrigerator, filtered water system, coffee maker, toaster, teapot and blender. Living room has ample and comfortable seating. We provide a TV for guests to view DVD's (no cable or satellite available) but guests are welcome to select DVD's from our ample and varied collection. There is a stackable washer/dryer combo in the house for your convenience.

IMPORTANT: WiFi is available 24/7 in our Game Room (currently not available inside Tumbleweed Hotel).

We provide kitchen utensils, cookware, dishes/flatware, coffee, tea, assorted spices, bed linens, towels, paper goods, and other essentials (blow dryer, shampoo/conditioner, body wash, soap, laundry detergent, iron and ironing board, etc).

Beautiful views include the surrounding hills, olive grove, native foliage and wildlife sightings. Bird watchers will enjoy the abundance of bird species in our area. Enjoy our hiking trails, hammocks, tennis, basketball, ping pong, play area (swing set/slide and climbing structure) Game Room (arcade games, pool table foosball, air hockey), variety of farm animals and be sure to explore Pinnacles National Park, only 10 miles South of our location.

Property manager

Barbara Rever
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 1
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Paicines

Located in Paicines, this holiday home is in a rural area. Mission Soledad and Mission Nuestra Senora de la Soledad are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pinnacles National Park and Bear Gulch Caves. Travelling with kids? Consider Fremont Peak Observatory and San Benito Bene. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Paicines, CA

What's nearby

  • Bear Gulch Caves - 9 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Pinnacles National Park - 10 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Old Pinnacles Trail - 22 min drive - 20.8 km
  • WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca - 79 min drive - 98.5 km
  • Pinnacles National Park West Entrance - 89 min drive - 97.9 km

Getting around

  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 63 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Country Home Located on 1,000 Acre Ranch - Only 10 minutes to Pinnacles pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Country Home Located on 1,000 Acre Ranch - Only 10 minutes to Pinnacles?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Country Home Located on 1,000 Acre Ranch - Only 10 minutes to Pinnacles?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming Country Home Located on 1,000 Acre Ranch - Only 10 minutes to Pinnacles located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Bear Gulch Caves and 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Pinnacles National Park. Old Pinnacles Trail and Bear Gulch Trail are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Would give them more stars if I could! Shelley was so kind and helpful, making sure we had everything we needed and more. The kids (and adults) loved exploring the property, seeing the animals and playing in the game room. And Pinnacles is just 10 minutes away. We will definitely be back! Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer & George P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely and unique property on a working olive ranch.
We loved the uniqueness of the property, the quiet and cool evenings and star gazing. Easy access to Pinnacles National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy Access to Pinnacles
Clean, quiet, and restful. Perfect views in Spring.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H., Carlsbad, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for Pinnacles NP
Shelley was great; the ladies loved the kitchen, would definitely go back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property with lots to do
The house was comfortable, but what really made the experience special were the other activities available. There were lots of animals for the kids to see, a game room with air hockey and foosball, and a basketball court. We'll look forward to coming back when the pool and spa are open to guests again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful setting near Pinnacles.
We enjoyed the home and surroundings with friendly people. It had everything that we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pinnacles
great location tp Pinnacles NP. We went to paint wild flowers, the rolling hills, vineyards, and the rural area. not disappointed. Shelley very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camille H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pinnacles adventure
We had the best time during our stay on the ranch. Only 15 minutes from Pinnacles. We loved all of the critters on the ranch (dogs, horses, peacocks etc.) Shelley was great and even shipped us a bag that we had forgotten.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Get-A-Way
Pinnacles National Park has been on our bucket list and the ranch was the perfect place to stay. Shelly was an amazing host and took care of our every need. We met the animals (including alpaca, roosters, horses, donkey, rabbits, bull and the resident dogs) and enjoyed our coffee in the morning and wine in the afternoon in the back yard listening to all of the birds. Way better than a hotel room!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rijuta R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing ranch property!!
We all loved our stay! Everything was clean, there was a ton of sweet animals, really fun amenities. We could have spent all weekend at this ranch. We chose this property due to the proximity to Pinnacles. It was very close to the larger side of the park. We also spent part of the day around the west side of the park. Very short drives and great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheralyn S., Riverside USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Place to send a few Days
We stayed here to be close to Pinnacles National Park. The property location is about 9 miles away from the park. This is a working ranch with lots of fun things and animals to see. Peacocks, horses, and many others. The home was clean and nicely appointed, and The olive oil was perfect. Communication was excellent, and direct were easy to follow. They have basketball, a hiking area, and ping pong. This was a quiet place to spend the two day. Would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Comfortable House on Beautiful Ranch
We had a wonderful stay in this very comfortable house on a beautiful ranch less than 15-minute drive to Pinnacles East entrance. It’s truly a peaceful experience staying here surrounded by their olive tree orchard in an oak-studded valley with steep green hills all around. There are 3 very well-appointed bedrooms all with queen beds and 2 full baths with high quality towels. It’s spotlessly clean and the kitchen is well-equipped. The hosts filled the house with nice extras like a sample of the olive oil they produce, flashlights, first aid kit, sewing kit. The lawn outside the house has a great seating area with chairs and umbrella.There are many animals to visit on the grounds including a large number of peacocks, horses, alpacas and 2 friendly dogs. Wild bunnies, quail and other birds are everywhere. There’s a steep hiking trail up to a peak with a lovely deck, chairs and view. We had an incredible hike at the Pinnacles through caves and way up to the high peaks ridge. Get there before 7:30am to get a parking spot at Bear Gulch. It gets very crowded there!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

C S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific stay at a unique property
We were looking for a place to stay when we visited Pinnacles National Park and decided on the ranch, primarily because of its proximity to the Park. Of course, the rave reviews were comforting to read. We definitely made the right choice as I can say that none of the accolades are an exaggeration. The house was very clean, the beds comfortable with firm (but not too firm) mattresses, the towels were plentiful and of very high quality, and the kitchen well-stocked. There were slippers, robes, portable lights (both large lanterns and smaller flashlights for use in the caves in Pinnacles), a sewing kit, multiple first-aid kits, and much more! We really took advantage of the adirondack chairs on the back porch, the large enclosed well-furnished porch on the side of the house, and the multiple places throughout the property to read, enjoy the view or just relax. The listing mentions a large video disc collection - I estimate there are over 1,000 titles. We spent the first few days mainly in the park and relaxed around the ranch on our last day. We easily could have spent several more days just enjoying the scenery and atmosphere on the property. Although the facilities are wonderful, what really makes this listing special is the staff. Shelley goes above and beyond, always looking for ways to make guests more comfortable. The men who work on the farm are also very friendly and informative about the property. We really hope to return one day!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So cute!!!
Loved the farm. Literally watched bunny and deer while eating dinner. Very close to Pinnacles.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
National Park Geeks
Was so close to Pinnacles National Park. Your place was far better then we expected. Very clean. Wish we had stayed longer
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

ricka b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic surroundings
we enjoyed our stay very much! It is a very comfortable, well equipped house. We especially enjoyed sitting on the porch and listening to the birds and looking at the lovely scenery . We will definitely stay here again when we visit Pinnacles!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leila C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Family Getaway
Could not have picked a more perfect location for a family weekend near Pinnacles NP! The photos simply do not do this place justice. The property is gorgeous, the animals are loveable, and the hosts are fantastic. We could not have asked for a better spot! We stayed at the Tumbleweed and appreciated all the detailed touches that made our stay extra comfortable. Barbara and Shelley are warm and friendly hosts and we were glad to have had some time to meet and chat with them. Be sure to carve out some time to take the hike up to the lookout on their property -- it's stunning. Will definitely be back!! Thanks for the great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debra D., North Topsail Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A hidden gem.
The web site cannot really capture what a gem this is. The 1000 acre ranch is nestled against a mountain range, has peacocks/llamas/alpacas/donkeys/horses, groves of olive trees, a game room. Its only a few miles from Pinnacles NP entrance. (The ranch is big and the road to the house takes awhile-keep going until you get to the gate, and then go farther.). The house is older but has been well renovated and one of the best supplied we have ever been in (the medicine cabinets in both bath rooms looked like drug store shelves). No WiFi in houses, but fast in Game Room. The on-site store sells their organic olive oils and other goodies. Overall this place was a delight!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful ranch with lots to do and see.
We all had a great time here. Our kids loved the animals. Barbara and Shelly were great hosts. Close to Pinnacles NP. A great place to visit for rest and fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

stan w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun farm stay
10miles, about 20mins from pinnacles. Great in house amenities Lovely farm Easy check in and out with quick responses A bit far from groceries/food but just grab it on the way in
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun
Very enjoyable ranch. We all had a great time. Shelley the manager is helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kellye S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little house
Exactly how posted, so serene. Away from the world.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gary J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot
If you are interested in visiting the Pinnacles National Park, this was the place to stay. Not only was it convenient, but it was quiet, safe, and relaxing. We did not meet the owners, but the property manager Shelley was easy to communicate with and very helpful. The small towns in the area were fun to visit, or you could just hang out on the ranch. The house was a perfect size for the four of us, and the view was amazing. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short get away
Great place to unwind. Quiet!! Would love to come back and stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Did not want to leave!
Every spring we take our granddaughters on a mini trip. We all agree that this is the best one ever! The location is beautiful and close to Pinnacles, but no one wanted to leave all the friendly animals and all the things to do; hiking, tennis, ping pong, playground, a bunkhouse full of fun and games, and oh yes did I mention the animals, especially Scarlet! The house was wonderful with every amenity and Shelley and Barbara were so gracious and accommodating. It was a very memorable trip. Thank you Shelley and Barbara!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Rever

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We are two busy physicians that purchased this 1000+ acre ranch in 1991 as a tranquil getaway for ourselves and two sons, Dustin and Ian.

Why they chose this property

We enjoy all that country life has to offer; our various domestic animals including horses, cows, llamas, alpacas, donkeys, peafowl, cats, and 2 busy ranch dogs, as well as breathtaking views, wildlife sightings, native plants and the ability to do as much or as little as desired. We have tennis and basketball courts, ping pong, a two story bunkhouse that also houses a pool table, air hockey, a vast collection of DVDs. We offer numerous comfortably charming guest cottages/houses, Over 20 years ago we planted over 1250 Mission organic olive trees which produce our award winning extra virgin olive oil. We have traveled all over the world and love meeting new people from all cultures. Come and experience our beautiful getaway in Paicines, California.

What makes this property unique

Our property offers the tranquil rural ambiance that so many desire, and all the creature comforts as well. Since we are located only 10 minutes from Pinnacles National Park, many guests hike during the day, but want to return to a comfortable cottage, enjoy a warm shower, a fully stocked kitchen, sleep in a comfortable bed, yet still be immersed in the great outdoors and all it has to offer.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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