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Whirlawind Horse Ranch We are pet friendly!

Holiday home in Newcastle with kitchen

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Property grounds
Experience life on a working ranch at this beautiful property. Your bunkhouse is adjacent to the barn, where you can gaze at green pastures filled with horses grazing from a hammock or sign up for horse lessons and trail rides. Spend evenings star gazing by the fire pit while listening to local owls.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 254 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Whirlawind Horse Ranch We are pet friendly!

If you want to experience what living on a working ranch is like, you've come to the place. Our small but active ranch is home to 12horses, 2 miniature donkeys, 2 barbados sheep, chickens, 4 cats, 1 bunny and an awesome border collie name Jax.

Your bunkhouse is adjacent to the barn. You can't get much closer! Enjoy a swing in the hammock while gazing at the green pastures filled with horses grazing. Bring your horse and trail ride in the Endurance Capital of the World.
Sign up for horse lessons, and/or a trail ride on one of our horses.
Spend the evening star gazing by the fire pit while listening to the local owls.
And more....

Our beautiful ranch is located 1.5 miles to Rattlesnake State Park/Folsom Lake. There is hiking, kayaking, boating and swimming. We are within 20 minutes of unlimited trails and the wine country. Enjoy hiking, kayaking, boating, and swimming nearby. Everything you could want in the Foothills.

P.S. There is a one time $40 per dog/cat fee. Horse are $25 per day.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 576 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

$40 per dog/pet per stay $25 per horse per day
Dogs must be under owner control at all times. If a dog is caught chasing or harassing livestock you may be asked to leave.
Upon departure, please wash dishes and place dirty laundry in the laundry basket.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dog and horses allowed for an extra fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: 12 and over. Contact me to discuss under 12.

Events

No events allowed
This would depend

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: This would depend
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Whirlawind Horse Ranch We are pet Friendly!
Whirlawind Horse Ranch We are pet friendly! Newcastle

About the area

Map
Newcastle, CA

What's nearby

  • Folsom Lake - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Thunder Valley Casino - 23 min drive - 35.3 km
  • Sacramento Convention Center - 36 min drive - 58.1 km
  • Golden 1 Center - 37 min drive - 63.0 km
  • Red Hawk Casino - 44 min drive - 62.3 km

Getting around

  • Auburn/Conheim Station - 11 min drive
  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Micks Bar and Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hermanos Jalisco Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Greenhouse Penryn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Valencia Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Maidu Market - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whirlawind Horse Ranch We are pet friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Whirlawind Horse Ranch We are pet friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whirlawind Horse Ranch We are pet friendly!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whirlawind Horse Ranch We are pet friendly!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Whirlawind Horse Ranch We are pet friendly! located?

Situated in Newcastle, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Folsom Lake, Bernhard Museum Complex and Bonitata Boutique Wine. Gold Country Fairgrounds and Joss House Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Whirlawind Horse Ranch We are pet friendly! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful ranch property with lots of friendly animals and room roam. At night, an owl came and sat in the tree above us as we watched the moon. Caroline has created a very special place and we were lucky enough to enjoy it with her.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd & Taline T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

Had a great stay enjoyed the bunkhouse and the animals
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

Beautiful friendly place…
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week of chill

What a charming little cottage. If you love horses and open space you will love this place. Colleen is a wonderful host and available as needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Setting

We spent four nights here, while visiting family in the area, and loved both the setting as well as the accommodations. Additionally, the hostess was very helpful throughout our stay. The best surprise during our stay was spending time with Jax, the Border Collie that lives on the ranch--an adorable, sweet dog.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent relaxing getaway!

Our stay at this beautiful horse ranch was wonderful! The guest house was clean and comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. The fresh eggs and muffins were a special treat too! We would absolutely stay here again if we happen to be in the area. Thank you Colleen for being a great host and sharing your beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top Notch Accomdations

I couldn't have asked for a better first time experience in choosing a VRBO. The property and personal touches were top notch. If you love the country you'll love this place. Colleen was so friendly and accommodating. The fresh eggs were the BEST! We really enjoyed access to the lake with a pass she provides. I'd stay here every time I come back to Cali. Thank you Colleen and Jacs!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene stay

Very nice. Loved the property and the animals. Colleen is an excellent host.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow!

Such a nice place to stay for 3-nights. My wife, myself and our 7lb dog stayed here and enjoyed it so much. The Ranch was so quiet and relaxing. It is small but has everything we needed. Colleen was fantastic! She was running a working ranch with beautiful horses and other livestock. She was available if needed and we had complete privacy if wanted. Everything needed was a 10 minute drive away. We will definitely be back when we stay up in the Newcastle/Auburn area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

My husband and I spent three nights at this property while visiting our son who lives nearby. We so enjoyed the country atmosphere, especially the border collie Jax, who hung out with us and is the sweetest boy! In practical terms, it checked every box and if you're looking for a peaceful place to stay this would be it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

Colleen was a great host. Her property is well maintained and her animals are very friendly and social. We had a wonderful stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

MIROSLAWA S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay! Would love to visit again!

This property was simply amazing! The host was wonderful, available when needed and checked in with me several times to make sure I didn’t need anything!The property was clean! Directions for arrival were accurate and the property was easy to locate.The VRBO itself was amazing! Cute and so very relaxing! This was by far the best VRBO I have stayed at.The added bonus was watching the horses daily
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and scenic setting

Lovely horse ranch setting. Loved the owner Colleen. Nice accomodations and very comfortable bed. We will be back. Loved the animals.. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful retreat!

Beautiful setting, very quiet and secluded. We would happily stay again. Colleen was very welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wade & Colleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Respite

We enjoyed the restful atmosphere and the thoughtful hospitality of Colleen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Accurate yet disappointing

Beautiful property 10 mi ties from Auburn. Photos were accurate, as was the descriptive word ADJACENT, yet to me that means in close proximity or near, not IN the barn. Because the apartment is IN the barn, it smelled like horses and dirt. If that’s your thing, this will be great for you. I hoped for a “close to” unit that was cleaner and more up to date. Other than that, it is a wonderful place to spend a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super accommodating when I was in a pinch!

Colleen was super nice and helpful during our whole stay! When we’re first pulled in there are so many lovely animals, including a very friendly dog.I was here for a race and was able to have my family come stay as well. We got to say hi to the horses and jog around in the nearby roads for a short period. Great location, great place, and gracious host. I would come back next year if it works out! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy countryside stay near all amenities

Our host Colleen goes above and beyond. So kind and thoughtful and respectful. The horse pasture is beautiful and the ranch animals are lovingly cared for. The ranch dog, Jax is so smart and a friendly presence. Can’t say enough about this beautiful place. Some very nice welcoming touches including; scones from a local bakery, fresh farm eggs, evening bon fire, filtered water pitcher, and the king size bed is very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

rebecca m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property

My favorite VRBO ever. Amazing host. Gorgeous property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberleigh F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whirlawind

Fantastic stay. Very peaceful. Host was very kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful, Quiet Getaway

Loved watching the horses graze and the chickens wander :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

Beautiful location and the unit was exactly as described. I highly recommend and will stay again. Jax the dog was an unexpected huge plus!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and serenity

This is a great place to stay. I slept so well, even the occasional horse noises were soothing to me. I will definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A memorable experience

The bunkhouse is a part of the overall barn with windows looking out both sides to the pastures (on one side) and to the interior of the barn itself (on the other). The outdoor area is shaded under beautiful trees and provided such a relaxing place to sit, read, or eat a meal. Colleen is great and communicative, and the bunkhouse has everything you need to cook. When we checked in, we were greeted by Jax, a very friendly dog, and were pleased to find farm fresh eggs in the refrigerator. The interior was spacious and comfortable that only added to the outdoor space available to guests.Our four night stay was perfectly quiet, peaceful, and restful — and we enjoyed being around the 11 horses, 2 mini donkeys, 1 sheep, multiple chickens/roosters, and a barn cat.The only real issue was the wifi which was a hotspot that didn’t get very good signal —and the download and upload speeds were unusable at times. Cell service is also not very strong so maintaining data communications was challenging, and doing anything with video was near impossible.
View from the outdoor area adjacent to the bunkhouse.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day weekend getaway

The gorgeous property, the horses, Jax the Border Collie, and Colleen the owner--it was perfection. We will never forget the experience. Colleen was generous, laid back, responsive, and kind. Great place, great price. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024