My stay at FlipJack ranch was just wonderful. I felt pampered from the moment we arrived, we walked around to see the chickens, rabbits, turkeys, and ever a beautiful peacock. Followed by a dip in the pool and hot tub, s'mores by the fire and a beautiful home grown wine that we purchased from Robin.
I booked both the Cowboy and Cowgirl rooms for my family of 4 to stay , as my older daughter was graduating from UC Santa Cruz, location relative to the UC was perfect. Flapjack is also close to the beach and walking distance to Bonny Doon Winery. The Cowboy Room (part of the original farm house) is a large room that sleeps three very comfortably, with a large bathroom with a wonderfully deep tiled tub, and a private deck to over see the gardens and woods. My daughter and I shared the the big bed, my son’s was designed like a wagon with actual wheels. Breakfast was great, most ingredients were from the farm or local. Everything was made with a loving hand and the stories were not far behind the servings. My family is making plans to go back. I have always wanted to try fly fishing and there is a pond on the property that you can fly fish, though we went on two hikes/walks and somehow never found it. I told Robin that I was going to quit work and live on their farm instead.
The Cowgirl room is where my sister stayed. She states “My room was a dream with it's charming fireplace, comfy King size bed, and beautiful waterfall mosaic in the shower. Tea was served each morning on a sunny patio just outside my room. BUT best of all were the breakfasts. Each meal was loving prepared using many fresh ingredients raised or grown right on the premises. It is evident that Robin and her staff put their heart and soul into taking car of each guest. I have plans to return soon, and refer all my friends to make plans to book a stay at FlipJack Ranch.”