"This place rocks in the spirit--not to mention the natural! 4 good songs were birthed ("Nido-ed", as in Monte Nido--nest!) in me the first day I was here. What ya’ll puttin’ in the water? I looked around at the art/restoration work in the Lodge. Wow! Keep going!" Mark White, songwriter/worship leader "The day I spent at the ranch was one that I would want everyone to experience. The setting is one of the serenity to hear God, the beauty to see Him, and accommodations that help it all happen. Congratulations on establishing a getaway that will meet many needs." Henry Cloud, Ph.D., author/therapist "I’ve got so many nice things to say about Rancho Monte Nido that I am reluctant to say them very loudly because I want the place all to myself. It’s only about an hour from Los Angeles, but can feel hundreds of miles away. I’ve enjoyed many a weekend at the ranch of refreshment, solitude, and stimulation for my mind and my spirit." Rich Buhler LL.D, Producer/ author/ speaker "I can’t tell you how appreciative I am... It’s been a haven and truly a place where God has touched me with peace, insight and hope. I pray that my ‘hilltop experience--which far surpasses the highest mountain, doesn’t fade away as I face my daily life again. I have felt God nourishing my soul... I pray that each person who visits this holy place will leave saying the same thing--being eternally different when they left than when they came. You are building an artists retreat on Holy Ground." Karen Covell, author/producer "Thank you so much for opening your home to Christian writers and artists. We so appreciated our Act One weekend and loved sharing your vision..." Lisa Tawn Bergren, novelist "We do love it here... got lots of good work done on some songs, and worked on a mission statement for the stuff we’re writing. Charity is 3/4 of the way through her CD..." Chartiy Chapman, singer/songrwiter; and husband Rob Chapman, songwriter "...everyone loved the setting and the Lord really ministered to all of us there...this was the best setting yet for our Alpha retreat." Valley Vineyard Christian Fellowship "What a huge joy getting to be with you at your beautiful ranch. The awsome surroundings were matched by your hospitality." Pastors Jeff and Patsy Perry, St. Louis Family Church "I accomplished so much this weekend! It was wonderful being here in so many ways. You have a beautiful and special place here--may God richly bless you even more as you share what the Lord has given you with others. See you again! Linda Culpepper, novelist Home      Contact Us All images and text copyright 2001 Rancho Monte Nido * Please note that all images can be viewed in close by clicking on the image.