There is a dude ranch out west where the Colorado River runs off the Continental Divide and winds its way through mountain valleys. It's a land of green meadows, blue skies, and clean air. This is Colorado ranch country, and has been for over 90 years. Things have changed some since the early days, but the history of horseback riding, fly fishing, family and vacation remain a stronghold of tradition that passes down from one generation to the next.
Since 1919, The C Lazy U guest and dude ranch has been celebrated around the world for its rich history, rustic elegance and legendary cuisine. Not only the premier Dude Ranch in Colorado, but the only guest ranch in North America to have ever achieved both the Five Star & Five Diamond awards as one of the best resorts in the country.
There is something (and then some) for everyone, no matter what the season. Kids enjoy adventure & discovery while adults do everything they want, or nothing at all. C Lazy U Ranch prides itself on providing a high level of personal service, professional horsemanship practices and clinics, enriching children's programs, and upscale western-style accommodations, all amidst 8,200 acres of the most breathtaking Rocky Mountain vistas.
A new addition to the ranch, the full-service C Lazy You Spa, has taken 'relaxation' to an entirely new level; luxurious yurts double as treatment rooms, many with glass-floor 'windows' uniquely positioned near the Willow Creek, allowing guests a glimpse of the creek running by as they enjoy their massage or facial. Another extraordinary option that is fairly new is 'Glamping', their version of luxury camping; treat your loved ones to a night of star-gazing by spending the night in a fully-furnished yurt 'camp', equipped with electricity, down comforters, and Smore's kits to roast over your very own fire. Wake up to the sun rising over the Continental Divide and the Willow Creek Reservoir.
Corporations and groups enjoy this Colorado ranch as a private and secluded retreat destination. All fully complemented by their signature 5-SPUR SERVICE!TM and amenities that pamper.
Please see details below.
Lodging & Accommodations
Main Lodge
An elegantly appointed two-story log building centered at the heart of C Lazy U, the lodge features the following:
- Refined living room with a large open-hearth fireplace
- Cozy library
- Elegant dining room where all meals are served with the exception of barbecues and cookouts in the summer
- Kitchen
- Intimate bar for before and after-dinner drinks and conversation
- Spirited card room with television
- Guest registration offices
Ranch guests usually congregate in the living room for after-dinner entertainment and activities, to relax with a good book, play the grand piano or sip an after-dinner drink by the fireplace.
Patio House
Located across from the main lodge, the patio house serves as the ranch's primary recreation center. Western cookouts, square dances and staff talent shows are held here year-round. Ranch guests may also take advantage of the following facilities in the Patio House:
- Children's activity center
- Heated spring-fed swimming pool
- Enclosed whirlpool
- Sauna
- Fitness center
- Game room
- Activity room with bar
Ranch Guest Rooms
Guests choose from a variety of lodging options to suit the needs of individuals, couples, families or groups. Award winning accommodations range from one-bedroom lodge accommodations to multi-room suites with fireplaces and Jacuzzi tubs to a secluded honeymoon cabin.
Daily housekeeping services, nightly turn-down service, fluffy robes and amenities baskets are a few of the many services guests can expect at C Lazy U. There are no phones or televisions in the guest rooms.
Dining
Meals range from mountain top breakfasts and barbecue lunches in the summer to blackened chicken and steak sandwiches for lunch in the winter. Dinnertime finds guests enjoying cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in the main lodge each evening before moving upstairs to the dining room. From the traditional Beef Back Ribs and Potatoes to Garlic Brie Tenderloin and Buffalo Prime Rib Au Jus, C Lazy U offers an array of dining options to suit the heartiest of appetites. Dinner is served family-style and may be followed by live bluegrass music or bingo fireside in the main lodge's living room.
If you have any further questions, please contact our Reservation Office.
Visa, MasterCard & American Express Gladly Accepted.
No Pets Please
Activities & Programs
Horseback Riding
It is the philosophy of the ranch to provide a horsemanship and riding program which stresses the importance of patience, respect and mutual understanding between horse and human. The ranch offers a variety of horses ranging from gentle to spirited, and horses are assigned to guests according to their riding ability for the duration of their stay. Each day, guests may choose a slow, medium or fast trail ride or participate in one-on-one training in either the indoor or outdoor arena. The week culminates with a competitive and entertaining Saturday afternoon complete with adult equestrian skill events while children exhibit the horsemanship skills they have acquired throughout the week.
Children's Program
Offering fun and educational activities, the comprehensive summer and winter programs at C Lazy U are organized by creative and energetic counselors. Children are divided into three groups according to age (3 to 5 year olds; 6 to 12 year olds; and teens), and eat lunch and dinner with their peers and counselors as part of the program. In an effort to maintain a balance between family and adult time, children enjoy breakfast with their parents and rejoin them in the evening for after-dinner activities.
Shopping
Luis Old Place, a Western boutique, has a wide range of souvenirs and gifts including cowboy hats, fine Indian jewelry crafted by the area's best jewelers, designer Western clothing and sundries, to name a few. Guests also can travel into the town of Granby or Winter Park for off-site shopping excursions.
Complimentary Shuttle Service
The ranch offers complimentary shuttle service for all off-ranch excursions, including the mountain resort areas (Winter Park and Silver Creek), snowmobiling and rafting locations and golf course.
SUMMER / FALL SEASON ACTIVITIES
A multitude of activities abound in the summer and fall for C Lazy U guests including:
- Indoor and outdoor horseback riding and instruction
- Fly-fishing
- Hiking
- Tennis (a tennis pro is available upon request)
- Swimming
- Paddle boats
- Square dancing (summer only)
- Western entertainment
Highlighted below are activities offered during the summer children’s programs:
- Horseback riding program (must be at least 6 years old)
- Hiking
- Capture-the-flag
- Pony rides (3 to 5 years old)
- Fishing in the ranch pond
- Paddle boating
- Game room activities that include table tennis and pool
- Kids corral that includes reading, playing and arts & crafts
JULIE GOODNIGHT: Horse & Yoga Clinic for Women
October 15-18, 2010
The C Lazy U, in cooperation with Julie Goodnight, have put together a riding and yoga retreat for women. Take advantage of discounted rates for world-class accommodations with programming, riding, and yoga included. Some participants will bring their own horses and others will use one of the great horses at the ranch.
The clinic sessions are fun and productive with all riders and horses working at their own pace. Julie is there to make sure you have a good time, stay safe and learn something. She is really good at putting everyone at ease and making you feel confident. From Julie's point of view, she is there for you-not the other way around. It's not about egos or impressing people, it's about you and your horse and making what progress you can while you have a great time in an incredible setting. Please visit the following link for more information: Julie Goodnight Clinic
WINTER / HOLIDAY SEASON ACTIVITIES
Featuring the powder-like snow that Colorado is famous for, C Lazy U’s winter activities range from back country excursions to down time in front of a fire. Ranch guests have the opportunity to participate in the following:
- Horseback riding outdoor amidst breathtaking scenery and wildlife or indoor in the 12,000 sq. foot riding arena
- Cross-country skiing or snowshoeing on 25 km of groomed tracked and untracked trails
- Moonlit ski tour
- Ice skating day or night on the skating pond
- Childhood-fun tubing down hills surrounding C Lazy U
- Sleigh rides with the ranch’s Belgian draft horse team
- Sledding
- Equipment usage, ski guides and instruction
- Holiday Season with a traditional wholesome Christmas dinner, special tree trimming and decorating parties, caroling and Santa Claus visits
Each ranch guest room/suite is furnished with its own Christmas tree which guests can decorate upon arrival. To ring in the new year, celebrations include traditional swing dancing and torch lit ice skating.
Highlighted below are activities offered during the winter children’s programs:
- Cross-country skiing
- Ice skating
- Sledding
- Broomball hockey
- Tubing behind a snowmobile
- Game room activities that include table tennis and pool
- Kids corral that includes reading, playing and arts & crafts
Counselors make sure that each child receives some ski instruction (5 years and older) with younger children being pulled on a ski sled and other snow-play activities.
If you have any further questions, please contact our Reservation Office.
Visa, MasterCard & American Express Gladly Accepted.
No Pets Please
Meetings & Retreats
C Lazy U is available for groups/meetings late May, early June, late September and early October. Rates are negotiable and available upon request.
If you have any further questions, please contact our Reservation Office.
Visa, MasterCard & American Express Gladly Accepted.
No Pets Please
Rates & Packages
Winter Rates
HOLIDAY SEASON 2005/06
December 17, 2005-January 2, 2006
Children 17 and Under Receive a 20% Discount
(Contact Us for Rate Information)
WINTER PLAYTIME 2006
January 2-February 26, 2006
2 Night Minimum Required
Children 17 and Under Receive a 20% Discount
(Contact Us for Rate Information)
Rates vary based upon number of people, type and location of accommodations. No hidden charges. Rates include:
- Upscale accommodations
- 3 meals per day
- 25km of machine-groomed cross country ski track
- Acres of back-country skiing, lessons and guide service
- Complimentary shuttle to downhill skiing at Winter Park or Sol Vista Basin
- Horseback riding and instruction (indoor & outdoor)
- Horse-drawn sleigh rides
- Ice Skating
- Sledding
- Tubing
- Indoor exercise area & sauna, indoor & outdoor hot tubs, heated pool
- Completely supervised program for children ages 3-17
- Children under 3 require a nanny
- Rates are exclusive of 5.7% sales tax and 20% service charge
Summer Rates
SUMMER 2006 RATE SCHEDULE
Average Weekly Rates Per Person
(based on double occupancy)
Our Week is Sunday to Sunday Unless Otherwise Noted
June 4-11 ……………………. Average Rate $2350.00
June 11-August 20 ………….. Average Rate $2975.00
August 20-September 17 …… Average Rate $2525.00
(Inquire About 3 Night Minimum Stays)
(September 4-17 Adults Only/3 Night Minimum Stay)
Rates vary based on number of people, type and location of accommodations. Rates include upscale accommodations, 3 meals per day, trail rides with a horse assigned to each guest for the duration of his/her stay, lake and stream fishing, evening entertainment, swimming in a heated pool, tennis, whirlpool, sauna, game room, exercise area and supervised program for children 3-12 and teens.
- Children 3-5 receive a $200.00 per week discount
- Children 6 and over are priced as adults
- Children under age 3 require a nanny
- 20% service charge and sales tax of 5.7% are not included in the rates
- We are open for conferences and retreats prior to June 4 and after September 17, 2006
All reservations should be made in advance. An advance deposit of 30% of the total lodging amount is required. This amount is credited to your account or is refunded if we are notified of a cancellation 60 days in advance of your arrival date. If a reservation is cancelled or shortened and we are unable to rent the space, the entire deposit is forfeited. We strongly advise you to consider purchasing trip cancellation insurance. You may obtain this insurance through your insurance carrier or travel agent.
If you have any further questions, please contact our Reservation Office.
Visa, MasterCard & American Express Gladly Accepted.
No Pets Please
