The FlipJack ranch is a small B&B about a 15 min drive from Santa Cruz. The ranch is a little bit wild, and is situated on a diverse 10 acre parcel of land, with a field on one end and a redwood canyon on the other. If you arrive in the summer you're likely to see WWOOFers, college age organic farming volunteers who are herding the sheep, or feeding the chickens, or moving the rabbit cage to a sunny spot.

During our stay, the host and hostess David and Robin were charming to a fault, providing impeccable service including the preparation of all our meals. From the poached duck eggs and homemade bacon at breakfast to fried chicken and fava bean salad at dinner, the food was not just authentic but prepared with talent and care.

We stayed in the Cowgirl room, the charming lower floor room with its own side entrance and offering lots of privacy. Marvelous bed, very nice bathroom. Perfect little sitting table outside where our morning coffee would be delivered.

There are only three rooms at the ranch, but multiple campsites on the property can support an additional 10-20 campers if needed.

I loved this place and will eagerly go back. It's a fantastic option for people in the Bay Area, and by the way, significantly less expensive than other options, with greater amenties. Really looking forward to my next visit!