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The main reason for transforming this working
cattle ranch into a world class Bed and Breakfast was to share the grace and beauty of
this Flint Hills ranch with the rest of the world. The first over-night guests were hosted
in July of 1993. By early 1999, guests had been registered from 38 states and 21 foreign
countries. They include families, professional groups, commercial companies, charitable
organizations, and public service employee groups. Notable individuals that have stopped
by Clover Cliff Ranch Bed'n Breakfast include astronaut Neil Armstrong, former Kansas
Governor Robert Bennett, and John R. Blackshere, grandson of the founders of Clover Cliff
Ranch.
It is also told that Frank and Jesse James were invited to sleep
in the south corner bedroom (now the music room) of Clover Cliff Ranch when they rode
through this part of the country. Their men slept in the hayloft of the big horse barn
(since destroyed by fire) on beds of bluestem hay.
In September of 1996, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Maktoum and his
entourage rented the bed and breakfast facilities at Clover Cliff Ranch for two weeks. The
Sheikh headed the United Arab Emirates' team in the 100-mile World Championship Equine
Endurance race hosted in 1996 by the United States in the Flint Hills. Leasing Arabian
horses from their American owners, the team used Clover Cliff pastureland for preparing
seven horses for the race. The team placed 16th in the 86-horse competition. The Sheikh is
the crown prince of Dubai, one of several independent states near the Persian Gulf that
make up the UAE.
The Main House was the center of
activity on Clover Cliff in the early years, and it remains so today. The first floor
rooms are open for all to enjoy, and all guests are welcome to gather in the veranda for
an early morning, Flint Hills breakfast.
The Princess Guesthouse, located
northeast of the Main House, was sometimes called the golf house because it housed Homer
Prather Sr.'s (former owner) golf clubs. Mr. Prather had a private 3-hole golf course on a
knoll in the House Pasture. The Gables Guesthouse,
located southwest of the Main House, lay vacant for nearly twenty years in
the 70's and 80's. The Donahue's hired skilled, local craftsmen to restore
it to first class condition. The
Cabin Guest House was used as a club house on the ranch. All
four
structures were updated with modern plumbing, heating, and air conditioning for the
convenience and comfort of their guests.
The Miller
Ranch House is available on a limited basis. Located on Middle Creek,
this 3-story home has been restored. George McNee built this 1890's ranch
house while he farmed and ranched. His sister, Mary Miller inherited the
home and she passed it down through several generations of the Miller
family.
Tour the Rooms
Check-in time 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. and check-out
time is 10:00 a.m. unless other arrangements are made in
advance.
A $40.00 deposit per room per night is required to confirm reservations. Payment
can be made with check, VISA,
or MasterCard. 6.3% Sales Tax and a 2% Bed Tax
will be added to all room rates.
Cancellation Policy - If a cancellation is made at least 14 days prior to arrival, the
deposit, less 50% will be refunded. Deposits are not refunded when cancellations are less
than 5 days.
Guests may bring their own horses to ride.
Pens, Hay & Water are provided,
you will need to
bring your own feed, $20.00 per horse, per day.
The 5,000 acre Clover Cliff Ranch is also a great place to hike and fish.
Small groups can schedule Business Meetings, or a Tour
by calling 620-273-6698 or 1-800-457-7406. |
