Blue Slide Ranch
Introduction
Greetings, We are Lynn and Tom living in coastal Northern California. We are lucky enough to be going to Mongolia this summer for a horse trek that will take us to see the Reindeer and follow the Silk Road for more than a month on horseback. We are looking for caretakers for our six horses, two dogs, and two cats while we are gone. The location is coastal Northern California just outside of the Victorian Village of Ferndale. Eureka, a larger town with many services, is about 20 miles away. Mid-June to mid-August is a good time to visit the coast and experience the area and culture. It is an easy drive into town and we have cell service and internet access. Care is a daily activity requiring commitment and we have a community of friends that you can consult on care, as well as the features of the area. If you are a hiker, look to All Trails to research hikes in the Ferndale area. Our place is rural and private. We are about 13 miles from the ocean, and surrounded by rivers, mountains, and redwood forests. Please give the care some consideration. We recognize that the work and care is best shared amongst a couple. We are considerate ourselves and we are seeking people that value honesty, integrity, responsibility, compassion, and no drama. If you have always wanted to experience the redwoods, this could be your opportunity! Best Regards, Tom and Lynn
Show more...Home & location
Two-story home on approximately 60 acres of pasture and redwood forests. On-grid with solar power, wood stove, and spring-fed private water system. Internet access, cell service, located on paved county road about eight miles from Ferndale. You will be living in our home.
Show more...Responsibilities
Care of the animals and property including twice-daily feeding and stall care. Property maintenance including mowing with riding lawnmower and some watering of plants and garden. Dogs going to the beach, or on a hike, or playing "Chuck-it" in the field. The dogs will hang-out around the house when you are on the property. When you head into town or are out for a few hours, they stay in the house. Horses can be put out on the pasture for a few hours a day but isn't absolutely necessary. The horse shoer will be scheduled one time to come and trim feet and will need your assistance.
Show more...Meet the pets

Java
9 years

Lucy
6 years

Barn Kitty (BK)
13 years

PussKat
11 years

Rocky
23 years

Adagio
22 years

Whiskey
21 years

Mio
21 years

Starbuck
13 years

Brio
7 years

Saraa
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What can we say about our stay in Ferndale, other than it was magical. From the moment we enquired about the stay, until the moment we departed, Tom and Lynn were the most incredible hosts. We fell in love with the animals, home, redwood forests, the area, and hospitality. We would not hesitate to come back again. Anyone who decides to sit at the Blue Slide Ranch will have an unforgettable experience of a lifetime.
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