Arriving at the Old Gate House, greeted by the first of The Ranch’s 7,000 lavender plants

The drive up Old Ranch Road highlights the beauty of The Ranch’s hillsides, vineyards and Pete Dye-designed golf course

Swing on one of The Ranch’s signature tree swings, including this one, which tempts you the moment you arrive at the main Lodge

The Lobby in the Lodge, home to Roxy, The Ranch’s English Bulldog

Puppy love: Roxy, The Ranch’s two-year-old English Bulldog, is always eager for a dash across the lobby, a good-luck rub, a quick treat, or a friendly welcome

From apparel to children’s gifts to artisan foods to beekeeping gear, the Aiyana Shop showcases many unique elements of The Ranch experience

The infinity hot tub by the Lodge Pool, overlooking the valley and the vineyards

The Lodge Pool, Carmel Valley Ranch’s “quiet” pool for Children at Heart (Children at Play are welcome at the River Ranch Pool)

Living Room in a spacious Garland Suite, featuring a cozy fireplace and comfortable queen-sized sleep sofa. The Ranch’s 139 guest suites average more than 800 sq. ft.

Bedroom in a spacious Garland Suite, including fireplace, flat-panel television, and Carmel’s classic warmth

Bathroom in a spacious Garland Suite, featuring custom bath products derived from The Ranch’s natural elements

All suites offer large decks, with most overlooking the valley, the nascent vineyards or the oak groves

Spanish moss dangles from the oaks over Huff’n’Puff Trail, just minutes from the guest suites

The Organic Garden, where tours and hands-on experiences are offered several times each week

Carmel Valley Ranch’s signature Bee Experience, led by resident beekeeper and lavender expert, John Russo

“Deadheads” harvested from some of The Ranch’s 7,000 lavender plants

The River Ranch Pool, The Ranch’s family-oriented, high-energy hub (for both Children at Heart and Children at Play)

“Splash Zone” Water Playground at the River Ranch

Carmel Valley Ranch is home to nine recently resurfaced tennis courts, including 2 clay courts, as well as a basketball court

Carmel Valley Ranch offers two fitness centers, including the 5,200 sq. ft. River Ranch Fitness Center

The Hilltop Yoga Platform, offering serenity and unmatched valley views

The “living roof” at the new Spa Aiyana (a Native American word for “Eternal Blossom”), nestled in the treetops

The Lodge at sunset, with the Lobby on the right and the Lodge Pool on the left

Eat your greens! The Ranch’s organic garden allows acclaimed Executive Chef Tim Wood to take his farm-to-table concept quite literally

The Adventure Kitchen is home to culinary activities ranging from cooking demonstrations to hands-on classes to signature “Ranch Chef” competitions

Please sir, may I have…s’more? S’mores are a Carmel Valley Ranch classic, equally appealing to children and children at heart

Carmel Valley Ranch offers 10,000 sq. ft. of naturally lit indoor meeting space, including the new Oak Room

In addition to 500 acres of natural gathering space, The Ranch’s indoor event spaces all feature dedicated outdoor patios

Every bride is unique, which is why The Ranch offers three unique wedding venues—the Vineyard Lawn, the River Lawn and the Valley Lawn

The Ranch’s “Treasure Box”—once you’ve explored ours, we invite you to fill your own with keepsakes and treasures from your visit to our 500-acre playground