Lassos & Legends

We are excited to share the latest edition of Lassos & Legends! As we celebrate 80 years of welcoming guests to Alisal Ranch, we invite you to explore the stories, traditions, and experiences that make our family-owned guest ranch so special.

Within these pages, you’ll meet the Morse family, who have spent five decades making memories at the Ranch, and get to know Primo, one of our beloved longtime staff members. You’ll discover signature experiences like our famous breakfast ride, learn about exciting new adventures, and explore partnerships that bring the spirit of the Ranch beyond our gates.

For eight decades, we’ve been opening our doors and our hearts to guests, creating lifelong memories along the way. We can’t wait for you to learn more about the ranch!

We are excited to share the latest edition of Lassos & Legends! Within these pages, you’ll discover not only the rich history of our ranch, but also the incredible family memories we’ve been fortunate to be part of through the years. From unforgettable weddings and delicious ranch recipes to the awe-inspiring sight of our bonded pair of bald eagles, plus our lineup of curated experiences and retreats, we are celebrating the unique magic of Alisal Ranch, where nature, tradition, and community come together to create lifelong memories.

We are thrilled to share the 2024 edition of Lassos & Legends. Take a sneak peek at our newly renovated rooms, where every corner exudes country luxury with a vintage twist, compliments of Joanna Beatrice Schutlz. You’ll have the opportunity to meet Executive Chef Erik Sandven, who aims to share his love for the Santa Ynez Valley through his thoughtfully curated menu.  We have a fantastic lineup of local vendors who are showcasing the coastal cowgirl lifestyle with new merchandise available at the Alisal Mercantile. Celebrate the big wins coming off the greens at the Ranch Course. To learn more and see upcoming events, click the digital version and see why life is good at the ranch.

 

 

Take a look inside the workings of a real dude ranch with our new magazine. Lassos & Legends is released in print annually for our guest rooms and quarterly online. Our current edition features a letter from General Manager, Kathleen Cochran, an inside look at our newest experience, Wildwonder, wine tasting, the history of Alisal Ranch, a feature on the latest addition to our herd of horses, our new accommodations, a look into our culinary scene, and a delicious smoked rib recipe. Take a look by clicking through the digital version below and keep coming back for our new editions each season.