We had the privilege of having Ruby with us Tuesday through Thursday this week while her Dad was on a business trip out of town and Mom was at her work. Ruby's online school was over at 1:30 as an early day on Thursday so the three of us went over to Rancho Los Alamitos as a close-by outing. We hadn't been there for about two years. The Rancho is still following Covid-19 protocols with required reservations and the use of face masks. The Rancho Casa is closed, but the gardens, grounds and barns are open with volunteer docents scattered around to answer any questions. We talked with several including a garden expert, blacksmith and animal caretaker.
To keep all visitors moving in the same direction and keeping physical distancing per Covid guidelines, we started our walking tour by entering the garden path taking us around the property. The stream next to the path that we walk is gently flowing water. It is magical calmness for an extraordinary stroll!
We always love the cactus garden with all of the varieties with shapes and blooms. We were not disappointed! We also got a peak of the Rancho Main House while walking the garden trail.
As we approach the Rancho tennis courts, the magnificent arbors appear. Too early for the grape one to be full, but they are stunning to look at. The towering palm trees enhance this part of the gardens as well.
The walkway next to the house took us to the manicured gardens of flowers. The settings are gorgeous. We really enjoyed all of the outdoor sights we had on this walking tour.
We were able to walk the courtyard of the home, peek through the windows and enjoy the flowers which adorn this lovely space.
We strolled the farm enjoying the buildings including the blacksmith shop, dairy barn, storage, tack room and animal quarters. Chickens, ducks, sheep, goats, horses and the crowning glory of all, the magnificent Shire Stallion!
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