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Mini-Highland Calf Cuddling Therapy

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· Wildomar, Riverside, California

4 acres hosted by Spencer H.

3 RV/tent sites

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Spencer is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

Unique Farm Stay: Experience the serene beauty of Howe Ranch through our exclusive mini Highland baby cow interactions, a private zoo with alpacas, donkey, mini goats. Booking Requirements: HipCamp visits are available only on select dates of the year, as posted in the listing here. To ensure availability, please do not instant book for days other than dates in our listing description. For visits planned more than 2 weeks out, inquire first. By making a booking request, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to the terms outlined in the listing. Meet the micro calves: Enjoy unforgettable cuddling and bottle-feeding with our mini cows, and interactions with the menagerie! INCLUDED IN YOUR FARM STAY: 1. A personalized farm animal encounter on the evening of your arrival day, participation in the morning animal care routine 2. Relax with gentle barn animals 3. Organic chicken/duck eggs for breakfast 4. Restroom in barn with dish washing capabilities (shower is in separate area) 5. Free use of the outdoor camp kitchen, BBQ with utensils (BYO charcoal) 6. Free use of camping equipment (chairs, canopy, small mats) 7. Large space for children to play in with toys and games 8. Shower pass (the hot outdoor shower 1 min uphill) or add on a 2-Hour Hot Tub session ("Extra") 9. Access to other "Extras" (electric, water hookups, extra parking, etc.) UPCOMING STAY OPPORTUNITIES: January 4, 5, 17, 18, 24, 31 (Do not book other dates, please) Another popular way to experience our farm animals one on one is the Farm Animal Encounter, which you can book through our website. SELF-SUFFICIENT GUEST POLICY Due to our daily workload, we can only host independent guests who are comfortable exploring the listing details and utilizing available resources on their own. Our personalized animal tour is guided, but guests will learn to relax around the animals independently thereafter. ABOUT THE AREA: Nestled on just under 4 foothill acres backing against the wilderness of the Santa Rosa Plateau, but only 2 minutes from shopping, coffee, dining, our small, veteran owned farm provides a charming and picturesque setting that encompasses the essence of rustic hospitality. Please reference our VISITOR GUIDE on thehoweranch.com and linked to in the photo section here.We're offering again our 🌟 Farmer for a Day Retreat with Baby Highland Cow Cuddling and Private Petting Zoo with optional overnight stay (in your tent/van/RV) included.🌟 Immerse yourself in the charm of Howe Ranch with our exclusive mini-Highland calf interactions. Our tiniest residents, including the adored Mary Lou and Petunia, offer more than just cow cuddles; they provide therapeutic benefits through brushing, bottle-feeding, and close interaction. Plus, enjoy a diverse farm life with alpacas, donkeys, and mini goats. Booking Requirements: HipCamp visits are available on the following dates: January 4, 5, 17, 18, 24, 31. To ensure availability, please do not instant book for other days. Additional dates will be posted soon. CAMP CULTURE: Ideal for social campers, not solitude seekers. Communal environment with parking (3) available between the barn and pavilion. Vibrant tent camping area with games, communal fireplace, shaded picnic spots. Our site fosters a shared love for animals and sustainable farming, not partying. Alcohol and drugs are strictly prohibited. CAMP FAQs: • Pool and Hot Tub: Hot tub available (Extra - $35 for 2 hours) from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM • Animal Interactions? Yes! Scheduled PM and AM care times allow safe, hands-on experiences. Enjoy relaxation and observation on your own time throughout your visit. • Firewood/Other Resources Policy: Communal "you take some, you leave some" policy. Respect our community values by replacing what you use. • Children: All guests, including children, must be registered through HipCamp. • Cars and Tents: Each site accommodates one tent and one car. Inquire about adding more (Extra). • Check-Out Times: Guests must check out by 12:00 PM. Early check in for a fee if available (inquire). • Large Groups: Not available in HipCamp. Howe Ranch is for single-family stays. Inquire for event booking through our site or Peerspace. • Dogs: Some small, friendly, leashed dogs welcome, excluding all prey breeds. Accommodations and Amenities: • Pitch your tent or bring your RV (one hookup spot available, inquire first). • Enjoy communal fire pit, outdoor cooking facilities, and panoramic views. • Bathroom use is restricted to non-flushable items only due to septic system limitations. Pass for outdoor shower uphill.

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44 ratings · 38 reviews

Abigail D.recommends

December 16, 2024

Barn Site

Really wonderful hosts and wow! The animals were such a treat! We will definitely be back to cuddle with more cows.

Kelley O.recommends

November 18, 2024

Barn Site

Mini Cow cuddling - BEST!

LOVED this!! Did the nighttime & morning feeding with the cows & animals. 100% worth the serotonin and farm fresh eggs 🥰 Spencer was so great at orienting us to the site and being super accommodating. 10/10 would do again!

Ryan O.recommends

October 13, 2024

Barn Site

We had a great stay at Howes Ranch! Spencer and Bixie are wonderful hosts. We had the place to ourselves. We brought of dog and they have a nice enclosed area away from the animals for her to run around! You get so much time with animals — such a special place. We will be back.

Adina S.recommends

September 21, 2024

Barn Site

THEE BEST RANCH EVERRRR

AHHHH! Where do I begin?! Bixbi and Spencer were absolutely amazing hosts! They are so kind, patient and informative about farm life! The pool and hot tub were so relaxing AND not to mention beautifully decorated. The view from the pool area is STUNNING! We could not get enough of the mini cows, alpacas, donkeys, goats and chickens! There’s lots of games to play as well as a lovely fire pit area for s’mores and hanging out. We’re so blessed to have experienced cow cuddles and excited for many more! We loved this experience SO much we’re already planning our next camping trip and will definitely become regulars. Thank you to Howe Ranch for a beautiful core memory (and mini cow therapy! All my worries melted away haha). Rating: 1000/10!!!

Christopher M.recommends

September 4, 2024

Barn Site

Great farmer for a day experience!

My 3 kids and my wife and I loved every minute at this camping farm. The 5 micro and mini cows were incredibly friendly and feeding the babies a bottle of milk and having them eat from our laps was a real unique treat. The 2 donkeys, 11 or so goats, 6 chickens, 4 ducks and farm cat were all wonderful. The couple who run the farm are extremely caring and attentive, and there is an evening and morning session where they take you around the farm and allow to get close and personal with all the animals. The camping on the sand was very comfortable and there was plenty of space, amenities and games. Truly a great experience!

Emily G.recommends

September 3, 2024

Barn Site

Barn Camping- September 2024

This was the perfect trip to de-stress and unwind. Spencer came to greet us upon arrival and gave us a tour of the ranch. He answered all of our questions and was very helpful and informative. It was blazing hot, so we took advantage of the pool time and loved every minute of the pool and the view. That night we got hands on time with the adult cows and donkeys. I got to bottle feed one of the baby calves. In the morning we got a lot more time interacting with the animals before packing up and out. If you want cooler weather/ less flies - don’t visit in the summer.

Location

Wildomar, Riverside, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Acjachemen (Juaneño) and Payómkawichum (Luiseño) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking