| BEFORE
THE SUNRISES over the mountains to awaken the ranch,
the music of birds and other singing creatures is interrupted
by thundering hoof beats as horses gallop through the woods.
Finally they appear, chestnuts, blacks, bays, and paints running
toward the corral. The last horse is urged out the pen and the
gates shut. Wranglers' bring the stock along to you. The day
at ACE RANCH 4 SAISONS has begun.
Start off right with a hearty breakfast: The
smell of fresh coffee and homemade biscuits will greet you when
you first enter the lodge in the morning. You may choose to
start the day out with a hearty "stick to your ribs"
breakfast to hold you 'til lunch. Fresh fruit, bagels, and yogurt
are also available for the not-so-big eaters. One special morning
during your stay, wake at daybreak; mount up and ride to a cowboy
breakfast where the staff are busy grilling smoked ham and Dutch
oven potatoes.
Fill up on a lunch made for a Western appetite:
By now the sun is high and it's time for lunch. What a great
time to talk about the day's fun. Once again, the cook will
be ready with more down home cooking to satisfy that hunger
that only enjoying the outdoors can bring.
Relax with serene and scenic trail rides: "Your"
horse will be chosen with your particular needs in mind, so
you can relax and enjoy each ride. The large bluffs surrounding
the ranch inspire awe in all riders. As you ride through or
past the wooded areas, chances are good that you'll catch a
glimpse of some wildlife; deer, fox, and squirrel are among
the creatures seen regularly..
Take to the water on the great River L'Assomption:
Another great place you don't want to miss is the River, and
the best way to see it is to let the river itself quietly glide
you between its magnificent bluffs. You'll be canoeing on water
so clear you can see the fish on the bottom and surrounded by
bluffs so high you may get a kink in your neck from trying to
see the tops. It's a great experience and so much fun your cheeks
will hurt from grinning.
Canadian evenings are for socializing: Another
mouthwatering meal and its time for bed, but wait!! More great
activities are planned for after the sun goes down. Whether
you prefer Sauna & spa under the stars, campfires, moonlight
rides, ice-cream socials, or local entertainment, we have something
to tempt you to stay up just a little while longer. When it
really is time to hit the sack, retire to your comfortable suite
and sleep the sleep that comes after a day of fresh air and
fun.
Spend
some time alone: Several cool springs, cascading streams,
and quiet pools await you on hikes and nature walks. The locals
call the pools "cowboy Jacuzzis", so pull off your
boots and take a dip or just cool your feet. Bring along a pair
of binoculars to spot the many species of birds and the palette
of butterflies that paint the pathways by the water. See the
Indian Totem pole and along the bluffs are there to be explored
and treasure hunt are waiting to be found.
Share
the fun, whether adult or young: While the adults discover
their own adventures, the young ones have plenty to do, too.
A wonderful youth program gives the kids a chance to learn new
crafts, discover plants and animals with an expert and ride
a dependable and child-friendly pony. They'll also have fun
and learn self-confidence, as they become "cowboys".
Of course, you don't have to be young to enjoy this mini ranch,
although it helps to be a child at heart. Everyone is invited
to keep a goat company.
Remember,
it's your vacation: Ace Ranch 4 Saisons is a place
everyone, young or old, can enjoy and where families can share
outdoor experiences. You'll travel back in time to the smells
of leather and livestock; the sounds of the mountains in the
mornings and evenings and association with hard working, friendly
people. You'll experience the West (with a dash of Southern
charm)! If simply relaxing on the porch of your room or sunning
by the spa sounds like your kind of vacation, come on down!
Whatever you do (or don't do!) during your visit, you're sure
to leave happier for having experienced the magic of ACE RANCH
4 SAISONS |
| Overview |
| Duration |
1
-7 Nights |
| Season |
Year
Round |
| Area |
St.
Alphonse Rodriquez |
| Nearest
City |
Montreal
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| Physical
Condition Required |
Fair
|
| States/Country/Region |
Quebec,
Canada, Lanaudiere |
| Type
of Ride |
Western |
| Minimum
Age Limit |
6
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| Weight
Limit |
450 |
| Guest
Capacity |
28
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| Camp
Setup |
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On
a wilderness pack trip, typically a camp is staffed with one wrangler/guide.
The
day's activities will be pursued according to your wishes. The
goal is to have fun.
There
are many activities to pursue on pack trips, including day hikes,
fly fishing (depending on the camp), photography, horseback riding,
singing around the campfire, cooking, wildlife viewing, sketching,
reading, and generally just relaxing and enjoying life.
Those
at the ranch like to stay clean too, but you will get dirty on
a pack trip. Expect it and enjoy it for a few days.
All
camps have streams nearby and most have live springs that produce
clear, clean mountain spring water. Water is drawn from the springs.
It’s cleaner than your municipal water supply.
Everybody
will pack in drinking water. You will take meals sitting around
the campfire with plates on your laps. Food is cooked on the grill
over the campfire.
Guides
put a great deal of effort into making camps comfortable. However,
camps typically have large canvas wall tents that you can stand
up in. All camps are accessed by horseback only, so there is no
way to pack in unnecessary and heavy accoutrements. A six-pack
of beer and a couple of bottles of wine will be packed in for
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Meals
at the Ranch 4 Saisons will not disappoint you! You can look forward
to tastefully prepared fresh meats, Seafood, fruit, and vegetables
with creative homemade desserts.
Breakfast
Fresh fruits, eggs, bacon, beef sausages, fresh ham, roasted potatoes,
pate, bake beans, home-made jams, cheese, croissant, toast, coffee,
tea, hot chocolate.
Lunch
Well-deserved meal varies from juice to hot homemade soup accompanied
with cheese pie/lemon dill cucumber salad; smoke meat and homemade
French fries, BBQ cookout and more.
Dinner
Soups made from fresh vegetables and broth to the scallop bisque
or French onion and many more.
Starter
Parmesan fondue a tingly taste to your palate, the giant tiger
shrimp cocktail in between coquille St-Jacques, escargot, stuffed
mushrooms to name a few.
Meat
From salmon served with a velvet lemon-dill sauce to fresh BBQ
chicken breast served with vegetable and saffron rice. But the
best is the opportunity of western beef such as prime, filet mignon;
New York cut steak, fondue, bourguignon stew, and Parmesan Florentine
pasta.
Seafood
Scallops, shrimp, lobster tails accompanied with fresh fruits
in homemade garlic butter – What a delight!
Desserts
You must have an upside down strawberry cake with fresh cream,
chocolate mousse, date squares, rice pudding with Quebec maple
syrup, apple pie, lemon chiffon, maple sugar, and coconut cream.
Beverage
A variety of fresh ground coffee, tea, a numerous herbal teas
to choose from, hot chocolate, juices.
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| Accommodations
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| Horseback
riding is the main activity at the ranch but there is plenty more
to choose from. You will feel at home in the cozy inn. Stay for
a night, a week or more.
Each
day is different at Ace RANCH 4 SAISONS. In the evening, gather
together to decide what activities you’d like to participate
for the next day. After a wonderful breakfast the next morning,
you are ready to groom and saddle your horse and now are ready
to explore Vista mountains through clear running water.
You
can take a dip in the many natural lakes or waterfalls. Ride in
the enchanting forest among birds and wildlife and enjoy a well
deserved lunch or have wine-picnic or return at the ranch for
lunch and relaxation.
After
lunch, get back on the trails for more adventure. Upon your return,
enjoy the talk of the day while feeding your horse, unsaddle and
enjoy a refreshment while dinner is waiting for you.
During
the evening under the stars, enjoy full relaxation in the sauna
and spa. This is not only an incredible place, but it has an incredible
spirit as well.
Great
service from friendly staff a fun atmosphere. You will remember
the time you had... so much fresh air, good food and you will
feel like you were part of the Jordan's family.
You
get Private suite. Whirlpool bath, fireplace, TV, refrigerator,
coffee machine. All rooms have their own private entrance, sun
chairs, single, double or queen-size bed, and full private bathroom
and sitting areas. The ranch provides all linens, bath towels
with daily maid service.
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| Additional
Activities |
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Depending on the season Ace Ranch 4 Saisons will add ice fishing
excursions, archery, pellet gun shooting, roping practice and
a four-hour kayaking or canoeing trip on L'Assomption River from
April to June.
In
Quebec, there is the benefit of four beautiful seasons. Spring
for the Sugar bush. Summer for the beauty of the 54 lakes in the
region. Fall is for all the breathtaking colors. Winter is a good
season for horseback riding, ice fishing, ski-doo or squad, snow
shoe walking or cross country skiing, sleigh rides; tube sliding
are all fun winter activities.
All
equipment is supplied. It is possible for you to bring your ski-doo
or squad. The trail begins at the ranch. |
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Pack Trip Special! |
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| For
a limited time, Ace Ranch 4 Saisons Outfitters is offering a six-day
pack trip for a family of four for $6,900. This represents a $300
savings! Special applies to spring, fall and winter season only
and is subject to availability.
Double
occupancy. If you are a single traveler please add on 30% to the
cost.
The
ranch will provide transportation if you wish to and from the
airport in Montreal, call in advance and arrange it at an extra
fee.
You
must add on taxes 5% for goods as well as 7.5% provincial tax
and service. |
| Additional
Rate Info |
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ALL RATES ARE IN CANADIAN DOLLARS:
1 Night, Double Occupancy; $600 per person
2 Nights, Double Occupancy: $900 per person
3 Nights, Double Occupancy: $1,200 per person
4 Nights, Double Occupancy: $1,500 per person
5 Nights, Double Occupancy: $1,800 per person
6 Nights, Double Occupancy: $2,100 per person
7 Nights, Double Occupancy: $2,400 per person
Additional Nights, Double Occupancy: $325 per person
RESERVATION
FORM
Sleep
all your vacation nights in a tent: take off 10%.
Ages 13-15: Less 10% of Adult Rate
Ages 6-12: Less 20% of Adult Rate
Ages 3-5: Less 50% of Adult Rate
Ages 0-2: No Charge
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