Please direct all media requests to:
Brady Johnson
Director of Sales and Marketing
Phone: (970) 887-3344
Fax: (970) 887-3917
bjohnson@clazyu.com
We’re pleased to share coverage of C Lazy U Ranch in a Denver Post article, “The coziest cabins and chalets for your winter escape in Colorado.” The story was also published in the print edition.
We are pleased to share coverage of the ranch from The Denver Post online., entitled “Live your Hallmark fantasy at these Colorado hotels inspired by your favorite Christmas movies.” Freelance writer Brittany Anas likens C Lazy U to the classic Christmas film, “Santa Claus is Coming to Town,” since Santa visits guests via horse-drawn sleigh on Christmas Eve.
We’re pleased to share coverage of C Lazy U Ranch in a piece, “8 Best All-Inclusive Ranches for Skiing + Other Winter Activities,” published on Trips to Discover.
We are thrilled to share coverage of C Lazy U Ranch in the fall/winter print issue of Luxury Magazine. As a result of all our hard work on the ranch’s fire recovery, the writer was able to include mention of the property-wide renovation efforts in a story highlighting winter programming at award-winning guest ranches.
We’re pleased to share coverage of C Lazy U Ranch in a Traveling Mom piece, “Best Christmas Hotels for Families 2021.” It highlights the in-cabin tabletop Christmas tree, Santa’s appearance via a horse-drawn sleigh and the various winter activity offerings.
We are excited to share freelance writer Katy Spratte Joyce’s article in Martha Stewart Living! Titled 11 of the Most Beautiful Places to Disconnect from the World, the piece highlights the ranch activities offered and the absence of TVs as ways to disconnect, and includes an image.
The story was also picked up by Yahoo! – click here to read.
Freelance writer Maryn Liles features the C Lazy U ranch in a Parade.com piece, “25 Best Couples Retreats to Reignite the Spark in Any Relationship,” which highlights the amenities and Cowboy Soak.
Condé Nast Traveller mentions the C Lazy U ranch in a piece, “Where to go at Christmas: 25 ideas,” highlighting our sleigh ride and Santa appearance offerings.
Skin Inc. highlighted the C Lazy U Ranch’s Lazy You Spa amenities in a piece, “Must-see Spa Environments.”
Vail Daily also mentioned the C Lazy U Ranch’s award recognition in a piece, “Vail Valley properties land on top 10 list.”
Ranch Blog
At C Lazy U Ranch, horses are a foundational part of our over-a-century-long legacy. In this first installment of our Local Legends series, we’re spotlighting Abby Stover, Equestrian Operations Manager, and the expert wrangler team who care for nearly 200 horses — plus a few mischievous donkeys — and guide guests through unforgettable days in…
From the Horse's Mouth
It was so wonderful. We all had a great time, but my four-year-old in particular was just thrilled with everything he got to experience. My mom asked him, "What was better, Disney World or the dude ranch?" He didn't hesitate: "Dude ranch!" And he made me pretend to be a horse doing the jingle last night when we had to come upstairs for bathtime, so he could be Brooks, one of the ranch hands we met. What a special place.
~ J. LaRusso, 08-10-2025
