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Reviews of Lazy Dog Ranch

3 out of 5
Lazy Dog Ranch
3123 North Thistle Road, Sierra Vista, AZ

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 76 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

donna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Mike and Kathy were wonderful hosts with lots of suggestions on local sites to visit and good dining options. Beautiful accommodations and great area. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

A

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional Hosts couldn’t ask for better. Very warm hospitality definitely will go back just for the seclusion and quit
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Cathy and Michael on Mar 22, 2024
Thank you! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hosts, Mike and Kathy, were very kind and helpful. The property was wonderful for my needs, unplugging self from “rat race”
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Cathy on Oct 13, 2023
Thank you, Chris!

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. The dogs played with the grandkids until all parties were exhausted. The burro and donkey were a hit with the grandkids. Michael and Kathy were excellent hosts and breakfasts were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Cathy and Michael on Sep 30, 2023
Thank you for your kind comments. We are so glad the whole family enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Cathy on Oct 9, 2023
Thank you!!

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owners are amazing folks, the property is beautiful. We saw a Gila monster and tarantulas the first day! So fun! The dogs are so sweet and we felt like family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from cathy on Jul 16, 2023
Thank you! We enjoyed meeting the family and little Rosie!

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the host
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Cathy on Jul 16, 2023
Thank you so very much. we are so happy you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Jodene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Ranch Getaway
Had a wonderful time at the ranch. Michael & Kathy are the perfect hosts. The dogs are friendly and adorable and the Donkey & Mule, Maggie & Rita are total Loves. The property is lovely and on the river. Very relaxing! We enjoyed our stay and the Sierra Vista area is beautiful!
San Pedro River
Michael’s Irish Coffee
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from Cathy and Michael on Apr 3, 2023
Thank you for staying with us. The two of you were troopers: four hikes in one day!! So glad you enjoyed your visit. Hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Bryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect weekend getaway
Michael and Cathy were so amazing and hospitable! They were so warm, welcoming and offered great recommendations to spots in Bisbee and Tombstone. They have great stories too! The property is beautiful and the casita was perfect. Very clean and cozy. Plenty of great wildlife nearby and a nice long hike along the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from Cathy and Michael on Feb 22, 2023
Thank you for your kind comments. We enjoyed meeting you both and wish you the best in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The relaxed ambiance and the graciousness of the hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from Cathy and Michael on Feb 22, 2023
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

marcella

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A hidden gem in Arizona
This was a wonderful Bed and Breakfast. Michael and Catherine were wonderful hosts! The room was spacious, clean and comfortable! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly. Hummingbirds & other birds abound. Many outdoor areas for walking or sitting & just enjoying the outdoors. Hostess bakes & puts out a beautiful breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Cathy on Jul 4, 2022
Thanks, Kathryn!

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

gary

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from Cathy on Mar 17, 2022
So sorry to hear that you found your stay “okay.” Perhaps the fact that you were not aware that this is a dog friendly bed and breakfast and your wife hates dogs was part of the problem. We bent over backwards to ensure that our dogs and our other guests dogs stayed out of your way. If you had shared any other concerns, we would have happily addressed them.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from Cathy on Oct 25, 2021
Thank you, Suzanne. Loved meeting you both.

2/10 Terrible

Cheryl

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn't like the entry road going into the property. Will destroy a new car. Road is okay if you own a truck. The toilet in my suite was badly positioned. Had to sit side-saddle. The coffee was weak and coffee creamer was spoiled. Two days of spoiled creamer. The staff made sarcastic remarks till finally decided to make arrangements somewhere else. Ended my vacation at Best Western Sierra Vista. Would like a refund for the nights that i did not stay at the Lazy Dog Ranch. Willing to pay for the nights that i did stay, but not for the time i didn't.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from Cathy on Oct 25, 2021
Once again, we are sorry you did not enjoy your stay. Our neighbor drives a Prius down the road as we do in a Mercedes. No trouble at all. Hundreds of guests have been here without a complaint including some on motorbikes. The toilet seat wasn’t big enough for you? No words…..what can one say about a spoiled creamer. We apologized to your husband for this and he seemed fine. There was fresh half and half each day, as well. You probably should have mentioned your main complaint that you made upon departing: nothing to do at night because there was no tv. You seemed angry each morning yet never said a word until you packed up and even then, we had to pull teeth to get feedback. Perhaps you heard sarcasm as your husband paraded around in his “f**k” Biden t shirt. We are all entitled to our own political views but to wear that at a small bed and breakfast was very insulting to our other guests. You are not entitled to a refund. It is clear that the Best Western is a better fit and we are so glad they could accommodate you.

10/10 Excellent

Kara M Ryan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful BNB with wonderful hosts! If you stay here, you'll be both close to Sierra Vista but remote enough to enjoy the beauty of the high desert. We highly recommend, especially if you're a dog lover!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Response from Cathy on Sep 22, 2021
Thank you, Kara. We enjoyed meeting you, Eric and Seamus. Look forward to seeing you again!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were wonderful and keep us informed on the weather conditions leading up to the ranch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from Cathy on Jul 20, 2021
Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great B&B
We had a good stay at the Lazy Dog. My daughter loved the donkey and horses. The dogs on the property are very well behaved. The owner walked us through the property and breakfast each day was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from Cathy on Jul 6, 2021
Thank you for your comments. So glad you enjoyed your stay.

8/10 Good

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Fun ranch out in the desert
I was visiting a friend and Hereford and wasn't crazy about the motels in the immediate area so I chose this B&B to be away from town. I enjoy hotels off the beaten path, so to speak. This ranch was a bit further out than I anticipated, but it was great to get to know the owner and interact with the farm animals! Nice, spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from Cathy on Jun 5, 2021
Thanks.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was even better than expected!! Cathy was the best hostess. Very knowledgeable about sites to see. An absolute haven for dog lovers. Beautiful, spacious ranch with much to do. Can’t wait to return with more family to enjoy all for ourselves ♥️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from Cathy on May 31, 2021
Thank you! It was wonderful to meet you and your mom. see you soon!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from Cathy on Jun 1, 2021
Expedia has asked for a response to this “review.” Can’t respond to a review with no comments. Don’t know who this guest was.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very serene and tranquil setting. Owners were so accommodating and polite.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from LDR on Apr 13, 2021
So glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for being our guests!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful location, bird watching, friendly owners and and dogs, good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from LDR on Apr 13, 2021
thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Angela, Tucson, AZ

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This little B&B is fantastic! The surrounding area is very beautiful and you have direct access to the San Pedro river. The host is perfect... friendly and very outgoing. We had a great stay with our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from Cathy on Nov 1, 2020
Thank you, Angela! We so enjoyed meeting you both and hope that little Gracie had an exciting adventure!

10/10 Excellent

Apryl, Los Angeles

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access to the River is like being in paradise. Good coffee and breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from Cathy on Oct 20, 2020
Thank you, April! It was great to see you, Jeff and the pups again.......

10/10 Excellent

Janet, Lake Wilson, MN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The quiet environment and access to the San Pedro River for birding and hiking.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020
Response from Cathy on Feb 25, 2020
Thank you! I so enjoyed meeting both of you......so glad you saw several of your life list birds!

10/10 Excellent

BDC, El Paso, TX

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cathy was a wonderful hostess and goes above and beyond to make her guests feel at home and part of the Lazy Dog family. The location and views cannot be beaten and it is a very quiet and relaxing location. The property affords great views of the surrounding mountains and backs up to the San Pedro River and offers great hiking. There is much history to explore with its proximity to Tombstone, Bisbee and Fort Huachuca. I'll definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from Cathy on Jan 7, 2020
Thank you for your kind comments. We enjoyed having you as our guest and look forward to seeing you in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Odin
My Family really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful place and such a unique experience. Its always an honor to be around people who have such respect for nature. Enjoyed my time with all of the sweet Animals. Miss you already Odin - I'll have to come back and share some more treats.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Response from Cathy on Oct 27, 2019
Thank you! Odin misses you, too. It was a pleasure meeting you, your brother and you’re amazing mom. An inspiration at 87! Hope to see you again...........

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Los Angeles, CA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hosts, property, dogs and the rest of the animals!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from Cathy on Oct 7, 2019
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. we so enjoyed meeting the three of you on this super special family trip. Hope to see you again!

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Oasis in Arizona
The place was an oasis in Sierra Vista. Yet, still convenient to Sierra Vista and Tombstone. The couple are wonderful. They are open, friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed the dogs and playing with them . Cooking on the grill, taking a dip in the pool, enjoying talking around a fire, sitting by the river and the stars. We plan on returning again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Response from Cathy on Oct 2, 2019
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. See you in December!

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My daughters and I had an amazing get away weekend. The area is so beautiful and peaceful. Our hosts were warm and so accommodating. It was one of the very best stays I’ve had in a very long time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from Cathy on Aug 13, 2019
Thank you for your kind comments. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay....and the dogs had a blast!

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Visit to southeast AZ for Family Reunion.
Great BnB to stay at for visit to Sierra Vista area. Host are super friendly and accommodating. Great breakfast in the morning. Must love dogs. There a 3 super friendly dogs that roam the property. Along with a Horse, Mule and Miniature Donkey in a corral.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Cathy on Jul 29, 2019
Thank you for choosing to stay at the Lazy Dog Ranch. We enjoyed meeting your family!

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful retreat
It is an amazing area, beautiful and serene. Nature galore. The hosts are wonderful and polite. Will stay again😍
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Cathy and Michael on Jul 16, 2019
Thank you for your kind comments. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the hosts, the dogs, the donkey, horse and mule, and the river behind. It was so peaceful and my dogs could go off leash and be happy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from Michael on Jul 3, 2019
Thank you so much, it is always such a pleasure to see dogs off leash and having fun

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from LDR on Apr 23, 2019
Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful time
We highly recommend the Lazy Dog. Catherine and Michael were great hosts and gave us great ideas for hiking and local sites. We had no idea the area was filled with such beautiful birds.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from Cathy and Michael on Mar 19, 2019
Thank you so very much for choosing to stay with us. Glad you enjoyed your time at the Lazy Dog Ranch!

10/10 Excellent

M.E.A, Upstate Ny

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely place to stay! The Casa was so cute—thoughtful touches everywhere and very comfortable for our family. Our hosts couldn’t have been nicer. Breakfast was wonderful, and our kids loved the animals. Can’t recommend highly enough. Definitely a highlight of our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Cathy on Feb 26, 2019
Thank you for your kind comments. We so appreciated meeting your family and are happy you had a good time.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a serene destination. We like. A firmer bed, but we realize preferences vary. We would recommend this to couples, families, and business travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Cathy on Feb 20, 2019
Thank you for your comments...We so enjoyed meeting you both (and the mutts!)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Michael on Jan 29, 2019
Thank you for choosing to stay with us.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a great location. Kids loved it. We will definitely be coming back. I highly recommend...
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from Cathy on Jul 17, 2018
Thank you for your comments......glad you enjoyed it. The animals always enjoy seeing kids, as well!

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place to stay, Cathy is very friendly and definite place for animal lovers!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from Cathy on Jul 17, 2018
Thank you, Angela! Glad you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing visit! Beautiful property! Memorable Hosts!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Tomlinson, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
unique and exceptional
What a fantastic find! A truly special location on the San Pedro river matched only by the quality of the accommodation and charm of the owners. A serene paradise yet still only 10 minutes drive to town. loved being greeted by the wagging tails when I returned each day. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem in the desert. Beautiful, hidden, calm place. One can relax and enjoy the company of the wonderful owners and of 4 adorable dogs.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Solid!
We had a great stay. Friendly, accommodating, original, different, centrally located for all the various sightseeing day trips, etc. Being a dog lover is a must, we do so all good with us. Just a warning for those that might not be.

10/10 Excellent

Happy, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best Part of our Entire Vacation
For the record, our overall vacation was terrific. But both my husband and I agreed the best part was our stay at the Lazy Dog Ranch. This is not your typical B&B. For a start, there are only two "rooms": one with two bedrooms and a full kitchen, the other one very large room, a suite really, with fireplace, comfy chairs, etc. And most B&B's do not come with 4 dogs, a horse, mule, donkey, cats, and a goat. Location is fabulous - out in the country at road's end along the river but just a few minutes from town. Lovely spot, so restful you'll be reluctant to leave and explore all the things there are to do and see in the area (ex: Tombstone is less than 1/2 hr away). Cathy and Michael are wonderful hosts - make you feel right at home.

10/10 Excellent

Dock and Judy, Bosque, NM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A relaxing getaway
We went there mainly to relax and regroup after some health issues. This was the ideal place. It was quiet and peaceful with the river just outside the gate! I saw approximately 30 couse whitetail deer grazing peacefully across the river! Cathy and Michael were the perfect hosts... Extremely friendly and welcoming while giving us the space we needed. The dogs were a plus to our wonderful visit!

8/10 Good

Teresa, Milwaukee, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Lazy Dog Ranch was a quaint B&B in the protected lands of Sierra Vista with the most delightful hosts, Michael and Cathy. The separated Casita felt like your own property and space. Breakfast was plentiful with great choices. Fire pit in the evening brought the day to great closure. Would definitely recommend.