At
Seventy-four Ranch we have something for everyone – from relaxing
in a rocking chair watching the herds go by to soaking up a sense of genuine
Western history.
The
Seventy-four Ranch is the most unique bed and breakfast in North Georgia
featuring the Old West ranch experience in wide open spaces for families,
children, and couples to enjoy. 
Rates
as follows:
Learning to Love Horses
An
introduction to horses is available that is very popular.
It includes feeding, petting, and seeing where the horses live. (No riding included.)
Meet our friendly horses here.
$15.00 per Person
Learn to Rope: Available for all Ages
Learn
to rope like a real cowboy. Meet Menny, our foreman and horse trainer from
Chihuahua, Mexico, in the back yard of the Butler-Cape House or in the corral
for an authentic roping lesson. (No riding included.)
Practice roping on a dummy, and if you demonstrate the necessary skills, we’ll round up a calf for you. When you're ready, you can advance to roping off a horse. See more pricing options on our Horseback Riding page.
Roping: $20.00 per Person per Hour
Fishing
Fish
the old fashioned way with a cane pole and live bait. Guests at 74 Ranch can
fish the day away at Parker Pond located a short distance from the main house.
We will provide the bait and poles. Read
more about it here.
Fishing: $10.00 per Person
Don’t want to fish? Then pick up a towel and head to the beach area to relax or just splash in the pond.
Evening Marshmallow Roast and Ghost Stories
Come
hear true ghost stories from the Ranch while roasting marshmallows over an
open fire pit. Read
more about it here.
We’ll build your fire and supply you with an individual bag of marshmallows and skewers.
Marshmallow Roast: $7.00 per Person
Sunset Rendezvous for Two
Watch
the horses and the cows go by as night falls. A table set with fresh flowers,
cheese and crackers, chocolates, and chilled champagne. A perfect way to celebrate
a special occasion. Read
more about it here.
We do the work, you enjoy!
Sunset Rendezvous: $60.00 per Couple
Primitive Camping
Enjoy
your own private island while listening to Big Scarecorn Creek tumbling
over the rocks.
Bring your own tent and camping supplies. We’ll provide you breakfast and a hot shower the next morning in the main house. Read more about it here.
Camping: $20.00 per Person per Night
(Limit of 4 people in party)
Star Gazing
Stargazing
is phenomenal at the Ranch. We have a unique viewfinder from HammacherSchlemmer
that will instantly describe what you are seeing.
The night sky sparkles with stars, and this is a fun and easy way to get you started on your exploration of the starry heavens. Read more about it here.
Perfect for a family, couple or solitary adventure.
Stargazing with Scope: $20.00 per Person
Rain? No Problem! We've Got You Covered
Our
Saddle House
is perfect for board games and card games (provided). We can give
you an orientation on the differences in the saddles and tack. Or you can
get a safety lesson on guns and use our indoor BB gun/pellet gun shooting
range.
In the farmhouse we have a DVD player where you can watch Westerns and an assortment of movie genres.
Love to read? We have mysteries, Civil War, Western, and nonfiction books you can choose from. Visit our Book Nook page to see more about our library.
You’ll be surprised at how many things you can enjoy in the North Georgia mountains – whether you like to hunt for antiques or visit historical sites, you’ll find lots of things to do within a short drive from Seventy-four Ranch.
Go to the About Us menu and see the 'What's Nearby' subcategory for more ideas to plan your trip. Please contact us with any questions. We'd love to have you!
Among the amenities you may love: lanterns, hanging oil lamps, candleholders, flowering hanging baskets and rustic vases. We have long antique tables and antique chairs for any group or party.
Come and visit the ranch and take your time looking. Every season brings a different kind of beauty to the ranch. Spend some time with us and see if the ranch can be your perfect setting for a perfect day (or longer).
FUN NEW THINGS ARE BEING PLANNED - SO KEEP CHECKING BACK
We will add new activities and features for our guests to enjoy from time to time. Something new is always in the works.
If you have a special activity or event you are thinking of that you don’t see listed on our web site – just give us a call and let us know. We are always interested in finding new ways to keep our guests entertained.
We are happy to tailor activities to your particular family or group’s event or function. Please give us a call to discuss what we can do to help you create something memorable.
The Seventy-four Ranch is the most unique bed and breakfast in North Georgia featuring the Old West ranch experience in wide open spaces for families, children, and couples to enjoy with genuine cowboys, trail rides, cookouts, campfires, boating, fishing, cattle, baby animals and much more in an authentic historic setting filled with beautiful antiques. Please contact us with any questions. We'd love to have you!
