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Mini-Highland Calf Cuddling Therapy

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39 reviews

· 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

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Romantic

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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 cuddling interactions, and a private zoo with alpacas, donkey, and mini goats. Mini Moo Spring Fling experience thru May - games, treats, and prizes, starting in March Spring at the Farm. Booking Requirements: HipCamp visits are available only on select dates of the year, which are posted in the listing description. To ensure availability, please do not instant book for days other than dates in our listing description (not booking calendar). By making a booking request, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to the terms outlined in the listing, including camp rules. Meet the micro calves: Enjoy unforgettable cuddling and bottle-feeding with our mini-Highland 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 duck eggs and German coffee 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) 7. Large space for children to play in with toys and games (must be left as found) 8. Hot outdoor shower is 1 min uphill 9. Access to "Extras" (electric, water hookups, extra parking, etc.) UPCOMING STAY OPPORTUNITIES: To be posted here. Explore alternate ways to experience our farm animals through our website, thehoweranch.com. SELF-SUFFICIENT GUEST POLICY Due to our daily workload, we can only host independent guests who are comfortable exploring the listing details on their own. Our personalized animal tour is guided, but guests will learn to relax around the animals independently. Guests must watch their kids at all times. 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.Make unforgettable memories at our Farmer for a Day Retreat with Baby Highland Cow Cuddling at Howe Ranch with optional overnight stay (in your tent/van/RV) included. Let the mini-Highland calves guide you through Valentine's Town, a magical place with treats and prizes. 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, mini goats, and ducks. Booking Requirements: HipCamp visits are available on the following dates: TBA. Do not instant book for other days. Our website offers Cow Cuddling and more without overnight year-round! CAMP CULTURE: Ideal for social campers, not solitude seekers. Communal environment with 3 parking spots by the camp. 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 strictly prohibited. By booking you confirm that you have acknowledged the entire listing incl rules. CAMP FAQs: • Animal Interactions? Yes! Scheduled PM and AM care times allow safe, hands-on experiences. Enjoy relaxation and observation outside of these. • Firewood/Other Resources Policy: Communal "you take some, you leave some" policy. Respect our community values by replacing what you use. • Children: Must never be unattended. All guests, including children, must be registered through HipCamp. You cannot host visitors at the farm. • Cars and Tents: Each site accommodates one tent and one car. Inquire about adding more (Extra). • Check-Out: Guests must check out by 12:00 PM. Ask if early check is available (fee applies). • Large Groups: Not available in HipCamp. Howe Ranch is for single-family stays. Event booking avail through our website. • Dogs: Some small, friendly, leashed dogs welcome, excluding all prey breeds. Must register PRIOR to booking. 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 with septic system limitations. Pass for outdoor shower uphill.

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100% Recommend46 ratings · 39 reviews

Amanda P.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· January 2025

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6 m pop-up camper · With kids ·

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OMG! They really went all out with the winter Wonderland! There is coffee stations and tea stations, and candy stations and decorations everywhere! Of course, our favorite part was getting to meet the animals and learn about how to care for them. My children were entertained the whole time by the games and the scavenger hunt.

Abigail D.

9 reviews

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· December 2024

5 m car · With kids ·

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.

2 reviews

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· November 2024

Mini Cow cuddling - BEST!

Tent ·

Barn Site

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.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

5 m car ·

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.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· September 2024

THEE BEST RANCH EVERRRR

Tent ·

Barn Site

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.

4 reviews

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· September 2024

Great farmer for a day experience!

Tent · With kids ·

Barn Site

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!

Location

Wildomar, Riverside, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Acjachemen (Juaneño) and Payómkawichum (Luiseño) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking