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K High Five Ranch Bed and Breakfast in Carson Valley is the
creation of Helen E. Kolbe Johnson, a native to Gardnerville,
Nevada and proprietor of this spacious ranch retreat. Born and
raised on the property, Helen is the granddaughter of
Gardnerville founders and brought her three sons up in the
area. Now she wishes to share her home and its history with
other people from around the country and the world. 
Unlike other bed and breakfast inns in the area, K High Five
Ranch has a working cattle ranch that encompasses
approximately 225 acres of hay fields. The ranch is home to
many types of wildlife, including bald and golden eagles
during calving season (February) and coyotes and their pups
during the haying months (June/July). White and blue herons,
ducks, and geese are just a few of the birds in the area.
Your host's home is cozy yet elegant. Her collection of
watercolors adorns the walls, and there are panoramic views
from all the windows -- either of the snow-capped Sierra
Nevada or the hay fields dotted with beef cows and their
caves. The home is surrounded by incredible gardens with
colors for all seasons. There are large patios on each side of
the house, offering guests either cool shade or sunny
relaxation. A large pond in the front yard thrives with water
lilies, fish, and an occasional pair of ducks resting from
their journey north or south.
You have a choice of two rooms and a suite, each
individually decorated and thoughtfully appointed. The master
suite provides a queen-size bed and private bath, and just out
its French doors is a private hot tub for a relaxing or
romantic weekend. The two rooms, one with queen-size bed and
the other with a full-size bed, share a bath.
Breakfast is a smorgasbord-style event with fresh meats,
cheeses, and breads, reflecting Helen's Danish heritage. A hot
entree is served as well. Vegetarian menus can be provided
upon request. Visit with your host over a second cup of
coffee, or get some help planning your day's activities in the
Gardnerville area and beyond. |
K High Ranch offers the peace and relaxation of the high
Nevada country combined with the adventure and beauty of the
Lake Tahoe area. It is ideal for weddings, family reunions,
and barbecues as well. The ranch home and the surrounding area
are rich in history, and host Helen is eager to share it with
you.
Visitors can bring their horses and ride the
200-plus acres.
Avid cyclists are out every sunny day, perhaps
practicing for the yearly Death Ride (three mountain passes in
one day).
Lake Tahoe is only 15 minutes away, and events
in the the Reno/Tahoe area abound, including Hot August
Nights, Street Vibrations motorcycle rally, and antique wooden
boat races at Lake Tahoe, plus world-class soaring, skiing,
and golf -- all within an hour of K High Five Ranch.
Hiking, picnicking, access to Indian
petroglyphs, and fishing in the creek for brookies are
available as well on 160 family acres high above Tahoe. |
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