"The bear-viewing was spectacular"

"Thank you so much for all your wonderful hospitality! The bear-viewing was spectacular! I truly enjoyed the rafting trip. Kristin - your cooking was great. Thanks again for a lovely holiday." - Jack & Pat Rollins, Fayetteville, Pennsylvania, US.

"An incredible holiday! Thank you so much. We have thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will never forget those bears!" - Ian Thompson & Joanne, Newcastle, UK.

"A log cabin by a river surrounded by silence so great you could hear the earth breathe"

"What a wonderful interlude, great scenery, lots of sightings, lots of information. The setting was magical - a log cabin by a river surrounded by silence so great you could hear the earth breathe. Kristin is a wonderful cook and the hungry trekkers looked forward to their meals as much as the bear, eagle and wolf sightings. We were well looked after by Gillian & Julius and their humour was infectious. An experience we shall never forget." - Sue & Richard Crooks, Watford, UK.

"Thank you so much, we have had a once in a lifetime experience staying here. Everything about our stay has been perfect: the food, the company, the scenery, the cabin, the dogs and, of course, the bears! You made us feel so welcome, it has been lovely. Also it was great to find out so much about the bears and their habitat and what we can do to make them stay as happy as they were when we saw them. We will return." - Paula & John Reynolds, Pouldine, Ireland.

"What can I say? This has been the best experience ever - what a special birthday present for me. Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality - and to Gillian for being such a super guide. We hope to be back soon." - Hazel Duale, Eastleigh, England.

"Thank you for a very special holiday. It has been fantastic. I envy you your lifestyle and wish you well for the future. We will back to see you and those magnificent bears. Kristin your cooking is second to none." - Kevin Duale, Eastleigh, England.

"Thank you for the work you do here and your commitment to the bears and the environment"

"Thank you for a wonderful weekend. Wonderful food too." - Preston and Ginny Kendall, Glenview, Illinois, US.

"Thank you both very much for a wonderful stay. The lodge was beautiful, the food was fanstastic and the bears were out of this world." - Kirstie Wiltshire & Glenn Harvey, Canterbury, UK.

"What an amazing place! We had an amazing time and greatly appreciate your sharing this remote part of the world with us. Thank you for the work you do here and your commitment to the bears and the environment." - Nancy & Frank De Podesta, Chicago, US.

"Just keep doing what you are doing. You are the best!"

"It was a pleasure staying with you two. Great conversation, great food and the bears. We will be back!" - Dion Heller & Michele Murphree, Sandpoint, Idaho, US.

"Absolutely first rate! I've been to many places in my 68 years and you are the role model for many generations to come. Just keep doing what you are doing. You are the best!" - Dixie Stansell, Sandpoint, Idaho, US.

"A wonderful and memorable bear experience. We had a great time and will long remember it." - Jim & Cion O'Sullivan, Honolulu, Hawaii, US

"Thank you for your wonderful hospitality. We had a wonderful time." - Madeleine Colpitts & Gordon Roberts, Yeovil, Somerset, UK.

"Excellent food, company and bears everywhere"

"Thanks for a wonderful time. Excellent food, company and bears everywhere. Lots of other wildlife. Perfection!" - Katrina MacNee & Robin Turtan, Edinburgh & Market Marborough, UK.

"A perfect hideaway to recharge one's batteries. Fell in love with the magnificent nature around. Excellent food and company, and many friendly bears!! Wonderful." - Giulia Bellodi, Geneva, Switzerland.

"We found heaven"

"Thank you - we found heaven." - Adele Page & David Cant, Auchtermuchty, Scotland.

"An amazing place - great hosts and spectacular scenery. The bear sightings were a bonus." - Lisa Holmes, Canberra, Australia.

"Thank you for your hospitality, your warmth, your humour and your great care of the bears"

"Thanks for a fantastic time and great hospitality. As well as the champagne!" - Mike & Susi, Australia.

"Thank you for your hospitality, your warmth, your humour and your great care of the bears." - Bob & Marilyn Hughes, North Carolina, US.

"Thank you very much for a fantastic holiday. The grizzly bear sighting were a real treat." - Jacqui & Rob Bozeat, Reading, UK.

"Wonderful three days in a beautifully wild environment"

"Wonderful three days in a beautifully wild environment and excellent food as the icing on top. Very comfortable cabin and fascinating stories from our hosts." Marc & Diana King, Tadworth, UK.

"Don't know where to start. Great company, food fantastic, a wonderful experience all round. Long may you continue." - Rita Taylor & Steve Coelho, Horam, UK.

"Many thanks to you both for an enjoyable three days. Comfortable cabin, wonderful food and unique experience." - Sheila & Ivan Leeks, Suffolk, UK.

"Third time here. Great place and people."

"Third time here. Great place and people. I will return." - Peter Berry, Manchester, UK.

"Thank you for a fantastic experience, your hospitality is truly great. We hope to visit again." - Siobhan Whittaker & James Tuck, Stepney and Northwood, UK.

"Great food and a a great few days. The rafting was great fun. Thanks for everything." - Emma Murphy & Toady, Sudbury, UK.

"We had a very soul-enhancing break. Learnt a lot about ourselves and rafting. Your cooking made the evening very welcome indeed." - Amo & Vivienne, Cambridge, UK.

"Can't think of a better holiday or better company"

"What a remarkable place. Can't think of a better holiday or better company. I'll be back like a shot." - Imogen Robertson, London, UK.

"Perfect holiday. Perfect hosts."

"Thanks so much for everything, it was even better than expected. Hope to come back one day." - Inge, Corinna, Frederick, Marco, Schallkrippen, Germany.

"Perfect holiday. Perfect hosts." - Mike & Judith Evennett." Felixstowe, England.

"What a place! Great hosts!"

"We've had a marvellous week. First class food and perfect activities. Thank you!" - Phil Kolvin, Laurie Johnston, Jessie Kolvin, Eilah Kolvin, London, England.

"What a place! Great hosts! Many thanks for a wonderful and memorable time." - Don, Kathy & William Stone, Norman, Oklahoma.

"Thank you so much for an amazing holiday"

"Thank you so much for an amazing holiday! Saw so much, did so much and ate so much. Hopefully will still fit into our outfits for our wedding. We'll be back!!" - Henrike Maschke & Matthew Tallis, Winchester, UK.

"The ranch is idyllic, the food is out-of-this-world and the activities were awesome"

"Great place. Remarkable location. You are likely to see us again! Julius you were a great guide. Kristin - you are a fantastic cook." - Ian Gilbert, Harrogate, UK.

"Julius, thank you for fantastic hikes and the rafting trip was superb." - Sue Gilbert.

"Thank you for a fantastic trip. The reality of Grizzly Bear Ranch far surpassed our expectations and you can expect to see us again very soon!" - Rob Gilbert.



"Thank you so much for a fantastic and unforgettable holiday. The ranch is idyllic, the food is out-of-this-world and the activities were awesome." - Andrew Gilbert.

"What a trip! When I was told we'd be staying in the middle of a mountain range and be unable to use hairdryers I was slightly worried to say the least. But I've certainly enjoyed it hugely. My 17th birthday will not be forgotten. The pancakes and cake were delicious and, Julius, thank you for the driving lessons. Hope to see you again." - Jess Gilbert.

"Well organised and professional"

"In such wildness we found peace; in the sky, the woods and rivers we found joy." - Carey & Pauline Bennett, St Albans, UK.

"Wonderful holiday - Thank you so much. Well organised and professional. We will reflect on our time here with fond memories of a lovely couple." - Stephanie & Paul Hodges, Ranskill, UK.

"A truly fabulous time, great food, great people"

"A truly fabulous time; great food, great people. Thank you!" Paddy, Mary, Connor, Fionnuala Gregan, Oxford, England.

"Days full of highlights - including the great and delicious food. Thank you!" - Andreas & Sandra Schieber, Germany.

"Great hospitality and we were all thrilled to see some bears"

"Amazing holiday. Everything was wonderful. Thank you very much!" - Naomi Denniss, Cheltenham, UK.

"Great hospitality and we were all thrilled to actually see some bears." - Joanna Denniss.

"We have had a superb time here - many wonderful memories in this unique location. Thanks for your excellent guiding, hospitality and company." - Neil & Rachel Denniss.

"Nothing after we left you came anywhere near to our experiences that we had with you although we had a great holiday in every way"

"I’m just letting you know that Grizzly Bear Ranch remains very close to our hearts. We looked again today at the disc you made for us and I could still weep for those mountains and the grizzly we watched travel over the top. Nothing after we left you came anywhere near to our experiences that we had with you although we had a great holiday in every way. The peace of those mountain walks, the views, the flowers and the smell of bear scat will always be treasured." - Julie & Mick Topliss, Mackworth, Derby.

"You have something very special here"

"We had a wonderful time. Made to feel like we were at home! What a backyard!" - Graham and Cheryl Roberts, Victoria, Australia.

"Words can not describe the experience that we have had with you at your gorgeous ranch. Thank you so much for everything, your warmth, hospitality and meeting you was truly wonderful. PS. Many thanks for all the gluten-free food." - Sue & Lindsay Bolt, Melbourne, Australia.

"What a wonderful place. We have enjoyed our stay so much. Good food, good company and the experience. You have something very special here. Thank you for making us welcome and sharing the experience." - Jane Grenfell & Peter Fairbrother, Derbyshire, UK.

"A great wilderness experience, superb food, amazing riverside views"

"It was great and beautiful and we enjoyed the wildlife-viewing and the fabulous food." - Jacky & Guy Rom, Egg, Switzerland.

"Thank you for your hospitality and the delicious food. And for the consideration for my being a bit slower than the others." - Anna & Rolf Sandberg, Zurich, Switzerland.

"Thank you for your tremendous hospitality - a great wilderness experience, superb food, amazing riverside views. Look forward to the next time." - Richard & Cassie, Spalding, UK.

"You are lovely people and very welcoming"

"A beautiful place. You are lovely people and very welcoming. I have no doubt you will have every success - and a lot of fun on the way! - Iain & Rosalie Gibson, Peebles, Scotland.

"Lots of stories, laughs and bearspotting"

"Fantastic, awesome time, enjoyed meeting such interesting people! Lots of stories, laughs and bearspotting! Kristin - amazing food! Thank you for sharing your beautiful spot in the world with us for a few days." Barry & Sandie Dodds, Wanaka, New Zealand.

"Thank you for sharing your knowledge, cooking and kindness"

"Thank you for sharing your knowledge, cooking and kindness. Beautiful refuge!" - Wendy Hoch, Colville, Washington.

"A really superb location and a really great holiday." - Moira & Bryan Naylor, UK.


"Wahoo! Loved it - food, bears and people." - Nancy Foll, Colville, Washington.

"Thank you for letting us share a little bit of your paradise"

"Thank you for a wonderful few days and for letting us share a little bit of your paradise. Kristin's cooking is amazing." - Lisa & Timon Wright, Bramhall, Cheshire, UK.

"Had a wonderful few days away from the world! Julius and Kristin have been amazing hosts! Can't thank you enough!" - Julie Linton & David Millar, Ayr, Ayrshire, Sctoland.

"This is a haven in a mad world"

"Fantastic stay at a fantastic place. This is a haven in a mad world. Good bear watching and kayaking and the food was wonderful. Thanks for a great stay." - David Bilclough, Exeter, Devon.

"A great relaxing stay, with great company and lovely food. Julius and Kristin are great hosts and live in a wonderful place." - David Jones, Dubai, UAE.

"Excellent accommodation, food, host and hostess, scenery and wildlife"

"Words alone cannot convey what a wonderful place this is! Excellent accommodation, food, host and hostess, scenery and wildlife. We had a superb time." - Di & Eddy Paul, Maidstone, Kent, England.