My family’s Colorado Guest Ranch has been awarded a certificate of excellence from TripAdvisor as a result of continued high ratings from our guests writing reviews on TripAdvisor. At our guest ranch we have visitors from around the world spend a week with us living the West, unplugging from the craziness of life and simply having fun! We want to say a BIG Tarryall thank you to all our guest ranch friends for your kind words on TripAdvisor and for spreading the word about our little slice of heaven! Please read below about the certificate of excellence we received:
TARRYALL RIVER RANCH EARNS 2012 TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE
Honored as a Highly Rated Colorado Dude Ranch as Reviewed by Travelers on the
World’s Largest Travel Site
LAKE GEORGE, COLORADO – May 30, 2012 – Tarryall River Ranch, a Colorado dude and guest ranch, today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade, which honors hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Approximately 10 percent of accommodations listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award.
To qualify for the Certificate of Excellence, businesses must maintain an overall rating of four or higher, out of a possible five, as reviewed by travelers on TripAdvisor. Additional criteria include the volume of reviews received within the last 12 months.
“TARRYALL RIVER RANCH is pleased to receive a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence,” said Kevin Tesch, owner/manager at Tarryall River Ranch. “We strive to offer our customers a memorable experience, and this accolade is evidence that our hard work is translating into positive traveler reviews on TripAdvisor.”
“TripAdvisor is pleased to honor exceptional businesses for consistent excellence, as reviewed by travelers on the site,” said Christine Petersen, president of TripAdvisor for Business. “The Certificate of Excellence award gives highly rated establishments around the world the recognition they deserve. From exceptional accommodations in Beijing to remarkable restaurants in Boston, we want to applaud these businesses for offering TripAdvisor travelers a great customer experience.”
Below are a few pictures of what we have been up to at the ranch the past few days…
Wyatt and Carson helping mom plant flowers!
New goats in the petting zoo!
Sideline goat watchers
Overworked!
Staff Day-off hike up the incline - 2000+ steps up the side of a mountain! Yehaa!
The raking crew! (2012 summer staff)
Still raking… 
Thanks for following the happenings at TRR and have a great day!
Kody Tesch
Awesome! Congratulations!!! The best experience EVER in down-home fun and friendship. Can’t wait to visit again. Hugs from Hawaii!!!
Thank you Sharon! The entire Tesch crew says howdy and we miss you guys! Come see us soon! Happy trails!!
Congratulations on your well deserved honor.
I hope that many more aspiring cowboys and cowgirls find there way to your slice of heaven.
Shawnee
Thank you for your kind words Shawnee!! We had a great time with Kathi and her girls! Thanks so much for the referral and sharing TRR with others!!
Wishing you blue skies and happy trails!
Kody
Hey, that’s fantastic & nothing less than what I would expect!
Kristen, Jessie & Kevin are still talking about last year’s visit & we’re hoping to get back there again either next year or the year after.
We’re hoping the fire isn’t affecting you much & have a great summer!
–Kate–
Howdy Kate! It is great to hear from you! Thank you for your kind words and we would love to have you all back at the ranch soon! The fire has not affected us and we are operating as normal. Please remember all those who lost their homes in your thoughts and prayers.
Please give our best to everyone and have a great summer too! Happy Trails!
Kody Tesch
TRR