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  1. Kristen Ferguson says:

    Thank you so much for the nice stay. My daughter and I loved all the animals. They were all so friendly.. Your property is beautiful and we will recommend to friends and family for sure.

    1. Caryn Weferling says:

      My weekend stay with my teenagers at Hidden Cave Ranch was outstanding! We loved the atmosphere, room, food, animals, horseback riding, hiking, cave, and nearby Dale Hollow Lake activities. Highly recommend.

    2. David and Sarah Fischer says:

      Where do I start, the ranch is peaceful, a lot of acreage to wander around, we didn’t make it to the cave, but did walk the ranch and seen the animals, Jaro is a fantastic cook, and very friendly and kind, and informative, we only met Marion when we checked in she was leaving the next morning for a seminar but was very pleasant a must stay place for a great relaxing time, we hope to return again as soon as possible.

  2. The Inoues says:

    Hello Marion and Jaro:

    We so enjoyed our stay at Hidden Cave Ranch.  It is always a pleasure crossing paths with people who are on top of their game and passionate about what they do.  We felt your care and honor for the animals and it creates a special spirit there.  

    Thank you for trusting us with Moose and Liddiger and Bob and Spirit.  They say you never have to make up for a good start.  Thanks for giving Zoe and Julia a wonderful introduction to horses and riding.  We look forward to visiting again.

    – The Inoues

  3. Laura Reitsma says:

    I HIGHLY RECOMMEND A STAY HERE. Our hosts were wonderful. It was a fantastic experience for us and children ages 12 & 17 never bored! Very clean and everything you could want in a stay! I encourage you to make a booking!!

  4. Jairo says:

    Jaro and Marion, thank you soooooo much for sharing with us your beautiful place, and your life. We really enjoyed our stay at your unique and welcoming ranch. Great location to explore, to see the animals, nature, great food and company in a familiar placing. Highly recommend! Best to you always. Jairo and Vivi.

  5. Michelle Peterson says:

    Oh my goodness! What an incredible weekend. Thank you Jaro and Marion for the wonderful stay. It was the perfect family getaway full of fun and relaxation. The food was amazing. Hiking with the dogs was unforgettable. We loved spending time seeing the animals and hiking around the property. We have recommended this adventure to all our friends. Hope to see you again soon.

  6. Susan says:

    What a wonderful place. We loved the farm aspect of our visit, seeing all the cute animals, riding the curly horses, and having the dogs along for our hike to the hidden cave. The food was excellent. Loved hearing about Jaro and Marion’s road to creating this farm and the B&B. We will definitely recommend this to any of our friends who want a unique experience.

  7. Kevin and Peggy says:

    Hidden Cave Ranch is truly a hidden gem. Jaro and Marion are extremely gracious and welcoming hosts and their property is just gorgeous. If you seek a place to relax as well as have great accommodations and excellent food, this is your spot.
    We had Jaro prepare dinner for us and it was truly amazing. We had the sizzling griddle dinner that allowed for great food and conversation. Breakfast was also very good.
    Burkesville is not near a big city so if you seek nightlife you won’t find it here. But, you will find open, fresh air, star-filled skies and a relaxation that’s hard to describe.
    Kudos to Jaro and Marion for opening their wonderful home to us and treating us like royalty.

  8. Sara Attia says:

    Such an amazing experience at Hidden Cave Ranch. The food was amazing! The farm was beautiful in a million different ways. I would definitely go back.

  9. Terri Davis says:

    I can’t even begin to explain how wonderful the experience was at Hidden Cave Ranch for myself and my granddaughter.
    The place was absolutely beautiful. Closely located to all activities that we were interested in. Marion was incredible with my granddaughter. It was her first true riding experience. Marion worked with her almost every day. She was extremely patient and informative, it is not experience that my granddaughter will forget. Nor I. The food was very creative and tasty. I truly enjoyed sharing a table with Jaro and Marion. Thank you so much for your hospitality and graciousness. We will return.
    Terri

    We stayed for a week at the ranch, it was lots of fun and the food was amazing. I had never ridden horses before and they were great at teaching me how to. Overall I had an amazing time and I hope to return in the future 🙂 Scarlett

  10. Maria Fahie says:

    Jaro & Marion are amazing hosts that have turned their land into a wonderful haven for animals and humans! The ranch is VERY comfortable, the food is DELICIOUS, the animals are ADORABLE, and most importantly, the hosts are down-to-earth welcoming people. My daughter and I had a wonderful time, riding curly horses for our first time on beautiful trails along with doggie friends, AND hiking with the same doggie pack to find the Hidden Cave (definitely worth the hunt). It was a perfect stop on our way back to her university “home” for the coming year. Thank you SO much for the experience!

  11. Dawn M Hall says:

    A friend and I stayed 2 nights and one full day. Had an amazing stay. The horses were beautiful and so was the cave. The owners were beyond accomodating and made the stay so much better. Thanks Marion and Jaro

  12. David and Ruth says:

    My wife and I have nothing but good to say about our recent stay at your B and B. We had a wonderful time all around. We enjoyed the good food (both breakfast and dinner), conversation, and general ambience. My wife especially enjoyed the horse riding. I hope we can come again!

  13. Margie Hamilton says:

    What can one say, this is a piece of paradise in the middle of nowhere! The host and hostess are very thoughtful, friendly, and will go out of their way to make sure all your accommodations are met!!! I took my granddaughter there and we had the time of her life, we explored the woods, the cave and seeing all the different animals! Our bedroom & bath had everything we needed, the game room downstairs gave us things to do at night after exploring! If you haven’t been, you should definitely go, it is worth the trip!! We made it home safe! My granddaughter slept the whole 2 hrs. We had the most amazing time at your home and exploring the property. Seeing all your animals and hearing your story of how you started. It was awesome from start to finish! My granddaughter was over the moon, and I sincerely appreciate that you took time on Sunday to give her a horseback training, I know that was the highlight of our adventure!!! You and your husband are very warming and welcoming and your home was inviting!!! Thanks for such a special memory for us!!!

  14. Darlene says:

    Our stay here was wonderful even if the reason for it wasn’t. We were in Burkesville for the funeral of our aunt. Jaro and Marion were kind and extremely accommodating even offering to prepare dinner for us even though that was not part of our arrangement. The room and bed were charming and quite comfortable. Breakfast was absolutely delicious and I ate every bite. Morning conversations were relaxed and enjoyable. I highly recommend The Hidden Cave Ranch and hope to return.

  15. Roger and Kate says:

    We had a fantastic stay at the Hidden Cave Ranch, if you love horses it’s an experience not to be missed! Great hosts, food and accommodation!

  16. Katy Skov says:

    Thank you Jaro & Marion! We really enjoyed our stay! Your horses are beautiful & friendly, as are all your animals. My main goal was achieved by testing my horse allergy and riding your Curlies. Madison kept saying to me that she wished Marion was her full time riding teacher! We will be back this Fall to visit you & your horses. Thanks so much and we will be in touch!

  17. Michaella says:

    Marion and Jaro were just the sweetest people to work with! I’ve stayed at plenty of Aribnbs and hotels in the past, but never stayed at a Bed & Breakfast before so I really didn’t know how it worked. However, Marion and Jaro were so wonderful and kind to work with! Jaro is quite a cook so EAT THEIR FOOD!! It’s so good! I will definitely be staying here again soon. Thank you Marion and Jaro for being such sweet people. 🙂

  18. Catherine Roby says:

    My husband & I had a wonderful time at this ranch! Beautiful, huge log cabin home! Our room was so nice with a very comfortable King bed on a private wing! Marion & Jaro were friendly and so accommodating. You can tell they love their animals especially their Curly Horses. Had a fun time horseback riding and hiking through the beautiful woods, fields and to the Cave and seeing all their many animals! They even had a large game room. This B & B was a Hop & A Skip from the quaint, country town of Burksville with its many churches & friendly locals. It is a great getaway if you want peace and relaxation and to experience the great outdoors on this ranch! Bring your boots ya’ll!!!

  19. Kate Mace says:

    Our long weekend at Hidden Cave Ranch exceeded our expectations! The focus of our trip was to have an excellent riding experience for our 10 year old granddaughter, who had two years of riding lessons under her belt. We had communication with the owners, Marion and Jaro, prior to our arrival. They both were prompt and wonderful communicators. Marion was kind and very clear about her expectations that our granddaughter would need to demonstrate riding competence prior to being able to go on a trail ride. We all understood, and were grateful for the information in advance. When we arrived, we found a warm welcome and friendly atmosphere. The house is absolutely gorgeous with spacious, immaculate sleeping accommodations. The dining area was uniquely decorated, and enjoyable. A bonus was the common area on the lower level that had a large screen TV, lots of games, foos ball, and a pool table. We splurged for the grill-at-the-table dinner which our granddaughter confirmed was the best meal she’d had in ages! It was fun – and the food was delicious. The farmland is even more spectacular than the photos on their website—-with rolling hills and a huge variety of animals. The curly horses, and their babes were so special! Of course, our favorite was the horse our granddaughter got to ride. It was perfectly matched to her personality and made this a perfect vacation for us all—-and yes—-our granddaughter got to ride with Marion on the trails! We cannot wait to return to Hidden Cave Ranch!
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    1. James & Barbara Oliphant says:

      We spent a week at Hidden Cave Ranch. It was a refreshing, slow down, get off the news cycle place to refuel the mind and soul. The serenity of the ranch, the beauty of the scenery, the loving care Marion gives her horses and live stock reminded us of what Eden must have been like. There is horseback riding for the inner cowboy like us and plenty of hiking trails for the more adventure loving folks. Places in the area to visit on day trips are easily traveled to such as Dale Hollow Lake where we rented a Pontoon boat for a relaxing cruise and then tied up for a lunch at Mike’s Landing Restaurant. Another day we checked out a train ride in Stern, KY. What truly made our stay the wonderfully blessed week we spent at Hidden Cave Ranch was the great fellowship, joking, and sharing life with Jaro and Marion. From the “I owned a pool table” guy and his banter with Jaro to the lost Q ball caper. The Praying Mantis chase and capture to the fun conversations with Master Chef we found our people in Jaro and Marion. Thank you for making our stay with you a blessed and delightful time. Jim & Barb Oliphant

  20. Suellen and Mike Hoecker says:

    Thank you, so much, Marion and Jaro for opening up your beautiful home to us! What an amazing place!! Our rooms were large and spacious. And, because there was eight of us, we would meet up in the common room which hosted a pool table, foos ball, all sorts of games, a large TV and comfy couches. Whew!! They thought of everything!! The house is gorgeous and overlooks miles of pastures and woods. They have rocking chairs in the back overlooking all of the pastures if you just want to relax. We walked down to the barn to see the horses and many other animals Marion cares for. It’s awesome to see how much she loves all of her “children”. What a great adventure!! And, we can’t forget about Jaro!! Jaro is the most AMAZING cook!! We looked forward every day to his wonderful breakfasts and incredible dinners. It was such a treat!! There was always something new to taste and discover! But, I think, the best part was Marion and Jaro’s warm personality!! They made you feel like family. We so much enjoyed talking and laughing with them. Such wonderful people. Thank you, again, for your warm hospitality. We hope to see you soon!!

  21. Tom Reichert says:

    My granddaughters, my wife, and I had the most delightful time at Hidden Cave Ranch. The serenity of their 160 acre farm, the dogs, the farm animals, the cave were all very charming, Jaro’s meals were incredible (the ribs were the best I’ve ever had), Marion was so sweet and accommodating (especially with my horse loving granddaughter), even the family room was fun and comfortable. The best though was getting to know Jaro and Marion and learn of their very interesting life journey. What a great experience!

  22. CS says:

    If you are considering staying here DO IT! It’s awesome. My husband and I were very glad we stayed here instead of the Dale Hollow Lodge. Jaro and Marion are so sweet and accommodating we couldn’t have had a better experience and will definitely be back!

  23. Beth D Carter says:

    Hidden Cave Ranch is a very special beautiful place on the planet that is blessed to have two such wonderful people to take care of it! Marion and Jaro are such caring, interesting, loving people and it was so relaxing to stay with them. The big comfy beds, Jaro’s yummy meals and all the nature and animals made for a very relaxing peaceful stay. Marion and Jaro were so welcoming and attentive to our needs, sharing in wonderful conversation and making us a part of their life during our stay, while letting us explore on our own. We definitely enjoyed our stay!

  24. Scott Stephens says:

    My husband and I had a wonderful romantic weekend! Jaro’s cooking and storytelling and Marion’s devotion to her animals and willingness to share them with us made the time there so good. Simple pleasures are the best and we found plenty there!

  25. Jesse Tunin says:

    Marion and Jaro run a beautiful bed and breakfast. The view was stunning, hospitality was 100 percent, food was amazing homemade cooking and very delicious. Enjoyed every minute of my stay there, and all the animals were so special. Everyone was so friendly. Definitely coming back. They definitely deserve more than 5 stars.

  26. Anna Tunin says:

    We loved our stay at The Hidden Cave Ranch!! The rooms were beautiful, the food was delicious, both Juro and Marion went above and beyond to accommodate us. We can’t say enough about them, their Ranch and Bed & Breakfast! As we explored the town close to their ranch, the people and establishments couldn’t say enough good things about them. They’re very well liked and respected in their community. When they talked about Juro and Marion they had smiles and good things to say. The ranch was clean and inviting!
    There was a lot to do there and part of my family went on a trail ride and my 87 year young mother in law enjoyed working with the horses and very much enjoyed herself. What a great family get away! We highly recommend Hidden Cave Ranch and spending time with Juro, Marion and their beautiful animals .

  27. Hugh Waller says:

    Thankyou Jaro and Marion for a wonderful experience. My wife and I enjoyed our stay immensely. We hiked to the cave and enjoyed seeing all the animals on the farm especially the Curly horses. Meals were wonderful with delightful conversation. We will definitely return for another visit.

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