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Farmhouse
Farmhouse front entry with covered parking
Farmhouse front door
Farmhouse entrance
Front entry

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
NZ$422
avg per night

Explore the area

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Templeton, CA
  • Firestone Walker Brewing
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Sensorio
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Vina Robles Winery and Amphitheater
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Paso Robles, CA (PRB-Paso Robles Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Additional bed

1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

Room

  • Mountain view
  • 83.6 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib
Price is NZ$422 avg per night,

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About the area

Templeton

Located in Templeton, this farm stay is in a rural area. Carnegie Library and Faces of Freedom Veterans Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Los Padres National Forest and Templeton Community Park. Paso Robles Children's Museum and Charles Paddock Zoo are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Firestone Walker Brewing - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Tooth & Nail Winery - 14 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Ravine Waterpark - 17 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Sensorio - 18 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Vina Robles Winery and Amphitheater - 18 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Paso Robles Station - 13 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Templeton Donuts Plus - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Joe's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kilokilo Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Z Ranch, paradise in the middle of wine country

Quaint rustic, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom home wrapped in beautiful rusty corrugated metal with 100-year-old barn wood trim set in the middle of a ranch surrounded by majestic oak trees and vineyards. Come enjoy the country and all it has to offer and more. The animals be it, domestic, farm or the wildlife, are so entertaining and fun to watch and iteract with. The home has a full kitchen, beautiful double doors that open to a patio that overlooks it all. All set in the middle of wine country, go visit wineries, Hurst castle, local zoo, hiking, even a day at the beach watching elephant seals. The central coast is a beautiful area with just about everything for the outdoor enthusiast.

Property manager

Alice
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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
Quiet hours 10 pm to 7 am
No Pets, due to safty of farm animals. If service animal $200.00 additional per stay. Animal must be on leash and with owner at all times.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Z Ranch, paradise in the middle of wine country pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Z Ranch, paradise in the middle of wine country?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Z Ranch, paradise in the middle of wine country?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Z Ranch, paradise in the middle of wine country located?

Situated in a rural location, this farm stay is within 3 miles (5 km) of Templeton Community Park, Templeton Community Center and Templeton Historical Museum. Clavo Cellars is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Z Ranch, paradise in the middle of wine country Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justina S.

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

Adventure house

My daughter (5) called this the adventure house. We loved the open concept our kids loved having room to play. Each morning we went on a walk around the grounds visiting the animals. We met the caretaker whom was very nice and knowledgeable in sharing info about the animals. Check in was easy, thank you Alice we’ll be sure to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aubrea S.

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

Peaceful Farm Stay

Stayed for a wedding at the 1800 El Pomar venue and it was perfect distance away for all the weekend festivities. VRBO had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

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

Cowgirl Up!!!

We chose this ranch for trail rides. Maisy, the wrangler gal, was so kind and helpful with getting everyone tacked up and out on the trails through the vineyards. We had a delightful stay surrounded by horses, cows, chickens, dogs, emu’s, and lovely views from the patio!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little slice of heaven in Templeton! Alice is a wonderful host and we look forward to going back to stay on the ranch every year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kacey M.

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

Good stay!

Property was very clean, simple and comfortable. My daughter loved looking at all of the animals. The location was very convenient to local restaurants and to the 101 for a day trip to slo and pasa robles
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

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

Great stay

The ranch is exactly as described, very quiet, clean and great communication with the host. The animals are a great bonus for the kids.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

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

We Love This Place

This is the second time we have stayed at the Z ranch. We love the location, the animals and the quiet. Great place to stay if you want to be near Paso Robles - but not in Paso Robles. We were so saddened to learn that the zebra had died unexpectedly during the recent crazy winter storms. Still lots of farm animals to observe and enjoy during your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanie J., SAN JOSE

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

Templeton Farm Stay

Quiet, peaceful, and scenic.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

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

Peaceful Property

This was a quaint 2 bedroom on a working ranch with everything you need. Loved all the animals! Location close to town but tucked away on a peaceful property. Great weekend stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grant R., Carmel Valley, CA USA

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

Fun, clean, unique.

Great place. Beautiful scenery. Very clean and well appointed. The farm was wonderful to walk around with my two small children. The only knock is that it was quite warm and the small a/c unit was not quite up to speed to deal with the heat. Other than that, a fabulous retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

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

Awesome

Alice is awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina B., Parrish

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

Great Property in Paso Robles

Our family was stopping in the Paso Robles area for two nights on our summer vacation tour of Cali. Though the Farmhouse is on the smaller side, we fit our family of 5 (3 teenagers) comfortably. The property is cozy and has all the things you need. My husband and I enjoyed our morning coffee on the deck overlooking the property. We got to see the cows and deer every morning. The kids roamed around the property catching glimpses of the zebra, goat, chickens. My only suggestion would be to add a comfortable chair or two in the living room with the tv. The couch was great but really only fits three. Otherwise, Alice was wonderful. I’s highly recommend Z Ranch and the Farmhouse. Super close to the wineries, the water park, Tin City.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cara A.

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

Great place

An adorable spot, clean, everything we needed for a lovely wine tasting weekend. Loved the animals and fresh eggs!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly O., Westlake Village, CA

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

Fun to be on the Z Ranch

We really enjoyed our stay. The check in was easy and the people on the property that we met, Eddie and James were so nice and told us a little history. We will be back for sure. My daughter and her husband had a wedding to attend and it was only 7 min away and I stayed back to watch my granddaughter. The beds were comfy and we really enjoyed seeing all the animals everyday! Thanks again Alice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

cindy p.

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

Home Away From Home

Comfortable. Clean. Fully equipped kitchen. My favorite feature….Peaceful Nature Sounds…birds, cows, roosters. It’s only a short drive to the restaurants and stores in Paso Robles.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Great ranch get away

Very clean property. Comfortable for our family of 4. Beautiful ranch location that feels country/rural, but is conveniently located less than 10 minutes from downtown Templeton. Simple check in process and easy to find. Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hillary B.

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

Peace and quite

We totally enjoyed our stay at Z Ranch and plan on returning in the fall. The house was immaculate and very comfortable. It was just what we needed after a busy week touring Colleges in Southern California. Both the gentlemen, Ed and James. who we had contact with were great! Ed, let my youngest daughter bottle feed a baby calf and feed the horses their alfalfa. We really had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten V.

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

Great Family Trip!

We had a fabulous time on the ranch. My kids enjoyed walking on the property and looking at all of the animals. My sons loved the chickens! We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Maya C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful ranch

We enjoyed the ranch, especially being able to see the cows, the alpaca, and the zebra. The setting is beautiful. It’s a good location between the Bay Area and LA. The instruction booklet did not give information about how to interact with the animals. We later found out zebra can be dangerous with people if you’re not careful. The dogs outside barked intermittently day and night. The heater inside was so loud that we turned it off at night. The kitchen was minimally stocked with supplies. If you come prepared with all you need, this can be a nice stopover.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

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

Great stay

My kids loved seeing the farm animals! The ranch is really close to the cute town of Templeton and not far from Paso. The house itself was literally the cleanest vacation rental we have every stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gabe G.

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

Great place for the 4 of us to get away for the long weekend

Our 2nd time was just as great as the first. Kids love all the farm animals. Vineyard is beautiful. Highly recommend if you want get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hee K.

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

Charming vacation stay

Very unique property since it's a working farm with alpacas, chickens, ducks, horses, a goat, cows, and a zebra. The house was super cute and clean but the real charm was getting to feed the animals with James, who lives near the rental house. He was gracious and patient and full of good stories. Our children were sad to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

tracy r.

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

Z Ranch far surpassed our expections!

It was an amazing experience to explore the grounds of a working ranch and be able to get up close to the animals. We enjoyed sitting on the outdoor deck and be next to the horses and vineyards. We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim I.

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

Great Stay

Everything was as described and was a wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

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

Great hosts & fun farm experience

The Z Ranch farmhouse feels far away from it all, but is actually pretty close to grocery stores and restaurants. The space is very clean, and has sweet extras like snacks and nice toiletries. My daughter absolutely LOVED feeding the animals in the morning, and James was so kind in leading that experience. We enjoyed our time at Z ranch, and felt like it was a very unique VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021