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Flip Flop Ranch

9522 Donaldson Road, Lucerne Valley, CA 92356
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Alhambra, California
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2013

I've been there twice now and would still recommend it. It's a great place for retreats and getting away from the noise and busyness of life. It's quiet and chill. The family that runs it are real people and inspiring w/what they are trying to accomplish in the community.

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FlipFlopRanch, Owner at Flip Flop Ranch, responded to this review
January 23, 2013

And we loved having you guys visit! More

Minneapolis, Minnesota
2 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 29, 2012

Our family had a fabulous time at Flip Flop Ranch in Lucerne Valley, California. My grandchildren, ages 2, 5, and 8, were able to feed the farm animals, hold a one-day-old chick, milk goats, pet the horses and collect eggs to eat for breakfast. We had campfires with s’mores, and made goat cheese and ice cream. There were spectacular sunsets... More

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FlipFlopRanch, Owner at Flip Flop Ranch, responded to this review
January 23, 2013

Thank you for the excellent review! We loved having your family here and hope you'll be back in 2013 for another reunion! More

Riverside, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 24, 2012

Trip was Aug. 10-12 2012. We had a fabulous time! I do not know what other people expected, but I can READ... Flip Flop Ranch.... Working FARM! Not a Hollywood, Santa Monica, or NYC "meet my every need" resort! This place is superbly and invitingly simple. America needs to reconnect with all aspects of their country and varied environments. My... More

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Alhambra, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 22, 2012

We went on the Living Social deal and weren't totally sure what to expect. It turned out to be sooo relaxing and just what we needed! The family and staff that run the place are so warm and hospitable! Thank you, Sirena, Tashelle and Thomas! Don't expect a hotel. It's a farm and smells and feels like a farm, so... More

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los angeles
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed August 21, 2012

The website looks so much better than the reality. Yes it is a working farm, and my kids had fun being close to farm animals. But omg, the room and the bathroom. I wish they would have a picture of that in their website. The place is very very simple and definitely insanitary. Ok if you wash your dogs, with... More

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FlipFlopRanch, Owner at Flip Flop Ranch, responded to this review
January 23, 2013

I'm sorry you didn't have a good time. A farm vacation isn't for everyone and we try very hard on our website to explain what to expect. Unfortunately, you guys didn't want to take advantage of feeding the animals, our game room, our swimming pool, working with the farmers, taking a hike, looking at wildflowers, scratching the horses, visiting the... More

Gardena, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 18, 2012

We arrived at Flip Flop Farm on a Friday afternoon. We were greeted by Sirena, Tashelle, and Thomas who all own the farm and work on it every day. They work very hard! They gave us time to drop off our bags and then gave a great tour of the property. We fell in love with all the animals and... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed August 16, 2012 via mobile

We were there at think at the same time as the other person. Yes the meat that was served at dinner had indeed been left on the counter overnight. Sorry but just because it is a farm doesn't mean it should be dirty. Our boys had a good time too but would never take them back. An experience yes but... More

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FlipFlopRanch, Owner at Flip Flop Ranch, responded to this review
January 23, 2013

Sorry about your disappointment. I'm glad your children had a great time as we try very hard to make kids happy. Any meat that was left on the counter would have probably been for the animals. If it was served back when we were offering cooked meals then it shouldn't have been and was probably a rookie mistake when we... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed August 6, 2012 via mobile

This is listed also as a Bed and Breakfast. It is NOT. You sleep in the home that does not resemble the pics. You will definitely share a bathroom with towels that are used over and over by everyone. I never saw a clean one.. Kitchen conditions are very unsanitary. Meat is left out due , to lack of refrigerator... More

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FlipFlopRanch, Owner at Flip Flop Ranch, responded to this review
January 23, 2013

I'm sorry you didn't enjoy your stay here. I wish you had of said something and we could have tried to make things better or given you your money back!! Of course you are right that things are dirty and dusty here. That's life on a farm, which is sometimes good and sometimes bad. I don't remember the table for... More

Palm Desert, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 10, 2012

My 11yo son and I thoroughly enjoyed our 2 nights/3 days at Flip Flop Ranch. There weren't many reviews about the ranch (the few reviews were positive), but with the Living Social deal, decided to take to take a chance. As it turns out, we had a great time and expect to return. The hosts Sirena, Tashelle, and Thomas are... More

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FlipFlopRanch, Owner at Flip Flop Ranch, responded to this review
January 23, 2013

Thanks for the amazing review! And thanks for the angel food cake recipe :) More

Huntington Beach, California
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 7, 2012

My family (2 kids ages 9 and 11) stayed at the Flip Flop Ranch during the last weekend in June, 2012. We had a terrific time learning about and working with the variety of endangered farm animals that live on the ranch. Lisa, Tuchelle and Serena are wonderful hosts and share freely their wealth of information on endangered farm animals,... More

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FlipFlopRanch, Owner at Flip Flop Ranch, responded to this review
January 23, 2013

I'm so glad you enjoyed your time here. We've really updated the rooms, done painting, planted flowers and are working more and more to fancy the place up. You should see it! More

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Additional Information about Flip Flop Ranch

Address: 9522 Donaldson Road, Lucerne Valley, CA 92356
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Region: United States > California > Lucerne Valley
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Kitchenette Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 1 Specialty lodging in Lucerne Valley
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Flip Flop ranch is a small family run farm dedicated to the preservation of endangered, heritage livestock breeds and to self-sufficiency. Visit us for an afternoon or spend the week!As the economy gets worse and natural disasters point out our vulnerability, many people are wanting to learn how to take care of themselves. We offer fun and useful activities so that you can survive anything from a recession to the zombie apocalypse. Learn to garden, save seeds, butcher a chicken, milk a goat and ride a horse! Learn useful skills like chopping wood, building a fire, archery, canning your own food, making soap and cheese. And if that's not enough to make you want to stay...we have tons of kittens!Our goal is for you to not just have fun, but to leave the ranch having learned something (or a lot of somethings!).We've opened our doors and hearts to guests from around the world. Many have become dear friends. Maybe it's because of the novelty of a genuine, working farm. Perhaps it is the restfulness, the allure of the peace and quiet or the chance to milk a real goat! Some come to celebrate anniversaries, others family reunions. Whatever the reason for your visit, we are happy to be able to share our way of life with you. Are you looking for a quiet retreat? Flip Flop Ranch offers it. You are always welcome here! We are a real working farm, not a hotel or a bed and breakfast, raising for sale (amazing tasting) heritage turkeys, chickens, geese, cows and more using sustainable farming practices. You can even stay with us and join in our chores (or hang around in the hammock). Get away from the craziness of modern life and learn where your food comes from. Hold a chick, collect eggs, sheer a sheep. Get back to your farming heritage at the ranch and reconnect with nature. This is self-catering. ... more   less 

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