Double E Guest Ranch, the Southwestern Cowboy Adventure

Comments from recent Guests about their vacation at Double E Ranch ...
Debbie and Alan, Thank you so much for one of the greatest weeks I ever had - I loved it at your ranch! I travelled very far from Sweden and it was worth every minute! You are such wonderful people. I loved Cruces -- what a great and beautiful horse! -- Katarina


Debbie and Alan - I can't begin to tell you what it meant to stay at your wonderful ranch. It brought back so many memories and reminded me of what my priorities are! -- Susan


They say the cowboy is the last real man. I don't think anyone can understand that statement until they spend a few days in the boots of one. We are glad we have been given the opportunity to understand. It has left us with a craving for more! -- Mark and Todd


Spending our honeymoon here has been the perfect decision. Even if our English is not so good, we are so happy that we tasted the beauty of a real western life style. We thank you all for your patiene and for the great days you have organized for us. Now there are two more Italians who know the 'cowboy way'! -- Paolo and Sofia


Thanks once again for a wonderful holiday - we leave with many happy memories to kep us going until next year. We appreciate so much the time and trouble you all took to help us improve our riding skills and the warmth of your hospitality throughout our stay. This is truly a beautiful place and we are grateful that you share it with us for even a short time. -- Nick and Jill


Best holiday I've ever had, brilliant company, terrific horses, landscape that is out of this world! Thanks! -- Greer


There is nothing more invigorating or life-affirming than doing something that is more than you thought you could do, that is outside your comfort zone. Thank you Debbie and Alan for being so patient, so encouraging, so tolerant - I will keep my memories of this experience close to my heart.-- Carol


This is our second trip to the Double E. We loved it as much as the first. Already planning our next trip! -- Sean, Michelle and Shelby


I've been back to Double E Ranch a dozen times - it just keeps getting better. I feel like I'm "home". -- Ken


We've been here a week and we hate to leave. It's been just splendid here, with the riding, the horses, the scenery. You have somethng truly special here at Double E Ranch. -- Connie and Alex


Spent one week at Double E Ranch experiencing fantastic scenery, amazing horses and exciting riding! Thanks for everything! -- Heather and Shirley


Thank you for such a wonderful vacation. My soul is blessed and filled up anew! It just gets better and better every time I come! Lots of Love - Sarah


It was SO hard to have to come home...we enjoyed our week immensely with you all! Best vacation we've ever had! Everything was great: womderful food, warm hosts, friendly and helpful staff, and great horses. -- Laurie and Dean


I wanted to take a moment to write and thank you all for the great experience I had at the Double E Ranch! I came with high expectations and left with those expectations not only met but surpassed! What a wonderful week I had! Working with the guys was such a thrill and I really felt as though I learned a lot. Preston, RJ, Mark, Ed, Alan all took the time to include me and answer my questions. "Ocho" was a wonderful horse and I felt honored to ride him. Once again, thanks for everything! The Double E Ranch Team gave me the best vacation I've ever had and I'm looking forward to returning! -- Mark


We felt right at home with the Double E Crew. Thank you! -- Veronica


Thank you Alan, for taking the time to teach us a bit from your own vast reservoir of riding experience. All hints and advice on technique is helpful, to all levels of ridership---so I know I was not the only one who appreciated you doing that! Your easy company and sense of humor made for pleasurable riding, and made learning easy. The warmth and good-naturedness of your whole staff is really commendable. -- Jim


Returning to "real" life back home was quite hard after those wonderful days at the ranch with you. I want to thank you again for helping an old dream of mine come true! Your hospitality, the horses, the landscape... everything is perfect out there at the Double E Ranch. -- Sofia


We really had a great time at the ranch and I wanted to thank you and Alan for making the whole experience remarkable! The boys are exhausted but planning their next visit...guess I may have opened Pandora's box.-- Rick


We had such a wonderful time at the Double E! The food was great, We enjoyed everything and everyone! Thanks again! -- Sharalee and Paige


I thought I would post an email to let you know that this was the best holiday we have had and we are saving up already for another trip to the Double E Ranch. Everyone there was so friendly and helpful and we enjoyed every moment (even the early mornings). We are telling everyone we know about the ranch and they are all jealous of us! Hope to see you all again soon. -- Phil and Oly


I was just another "city slicker", but you gave me my life-long dreams come true. I shall be back! Fond regards, Terry


I'm quite sure you receive hundreds of special thank-you's from your guests and rightly so. Double E is such a special place, how could you not?! Well, here is one more. On the plane trip home, and ever since I've gotten home, I have been unable to think of anything except all of the things I did, all of the wonderful folks I met, all of the friends I made, and of course, all of the horses at the ranch. Never in my life have I been so reluctant and emotional to leave a place. You advertise the ranch as a vacation spot, but it's so much more than that. I'm only beginning to understand what it all has meant to me to have been there...I'm afraid I left behind something very important to me at the ranch. I know I can't ever retrieve it, but that's ok. I'll be able to visit it from time to time, I hope. I left behind my heart. Take good care of it while I'm away. -- Alex

It's almost 3 weeks since our return (home) and we are still taking every opportunity to tell everyone that will listen about our holiday at the Double E. We would like to say again how much we enjoyed our second visit - it was truly smashing! The tremendous amount of effort and energy that you both put into improving our riding skills was very much appreciated. We are already looking forward to our next visit! Jill and Nick, England

All our visits to your ranch have been memorable, but this last was especially poignant for me. It occurred to me that here is a couple who are living their dreams. What an idea! Retire to a ranch and make it actually work. Add a few guests who can - for a moment - pretend to be living their own dreams. How wildly improbably - how terribly impractical - and how utterly romantic! You are an inspiration! Thank you for sharing your dream with us. Kate and Loren, California

Thank you all so much for our stay. You made our honeymoon a fantastic memory! Chris & Leslie, Vermont

I would just like to thank you again for another great holiday! I think that this was my 5th or 6th visit, but still I managed to visit another part of your ranch that I hadn't been to before. I didn't think it was possible, but 30,000 acres cannot be seen in just a few visits! Ken H., England

Debbie and Alan: We have now visited 16 ranch/riding establishments during 9 vacations in the USA. Why is the Double E the BEST we have ever visited and why is it New Mexico's best kept secret? It has to be the personal stamp that you two put on the operations. You have the best wranglers on the planet! The horses and tack were outstanding! The riding is excellent. The accommodation was brilliant! Meals are first class! Like General McArthur (and Ahnold!) - "we'll be back"! Peter and Alison, Scotland

Thank you both for opening up your home and your ranch to Todd, Mark and me. We had high expectations coming out to New Mexico but even our "city slicker" fantasies were far exceeded! John M., Florida

We can't thank you enough for the wonderful time we had at the Double E Ranch! We haven't stopped smiling since we got home. Susan and Richard, New Mexico

Mechelle and I can't thank you enough for the friendship and hospitality you showed us during our recent visit with you on your beautiful ranch. The experience is still fresh in our minds and we talk of it daily. Our thanks to Alan for his patience and training. The riding was excellent! Mechelle and Anne, North Carolina

WOW! It's hard to imagine a better weekend than the one we just had at the Double E. Great riding, great riding instruction, lots of camaraderie, and wonderful food. Didn't think we'd be interested in "cowboy stuff" and ended up loving the team penning! Finally learning how to ride a horse in a lope after failing elsewhere was the most fun in years! Bart and Callista, New Mexico

When trying to express my gratitude for what my stay has meant to me, and what it's done for me; to say "thank you" just doesn't seem adequate. But, thank you I must...for allowing me into your Sacred Circle, for giving me a place to soothe my ragged edges and gather my strength. Much love, Maggie R, California

I wanted to send a short note to thank you both for your efforts in helping my family enjoy a truly wonderful Christmas break. We had a great week and enjoyed ourselves tremendously. You have created a terrific atmosphere at the Double E, one that allows guests to match or better their expectations of their western experience. The expectations of my crew were certainly exceeded. During the stay in Santa Fe, during the drive along the top of Arizona and even during New Years' Eve in Las Vegas - nothing we did after came close to the Ranch! Thanks again! Richard, Patti and Crew, Canada

Well, our third visit to your Ranch was as wonderful and unique as the first two! We are grateful that there are still folks like you keeping the traditions of the American West alive in a simple, unaffected way - and, especially that you are willing to share your way of life with guests (friends!) from all the far-flying corners of the world. What a beautiful way to demonstrate the American heart to those who know us only by what they see on CNN. Thank you! Loren and Kate S., California

Thanks for your wonderful hospitality during our stay at the Ranch. From our first ride, we felt well taken care of by Robin. I appreciated your flexibility. We especially enjoyed the Team Penning - we're glad to be able to brag that we did some riding with "real cows"! Jan and Don M., Maryland

Who knew that I always wanted to be a cow-girl?! Thanks for a really wonderful time. The whole experience certainly exceeded my expectations, and I cannot wait to return -- how about tomorrow?! Kathryn H., Massachusetts

Dan and I want to thank you and Alan for another enchanting visit to your ranch. On our last evening, over a bottle of nice champagne, I toasted many things: the unbelievable landscape, the supernatural "spidermen" horses, and most of all, the lovely people who make this accessible to city folk like me...Maureen D., Louisiana

Thanks ever so much for a wonderful holiday, again. I have found that every time has been different. As you already found out I especially enjoyed the branding. I am quite proud of the fact that there will be several little cows out roaming the hills with my mark on their bums! (I think I did quite a good job.) Clare P., England

I had a fantastic vacation and thoroughly enjoyed myself: I loved the horses; the riding; the other guests; and the food! So, thank you Debbie for the wonderful meals and hospitality, to Alan for retaining his good humour despite our obvious inadequacies as cowboys, to Robin for his friendship and patience with us all (especially with Christine), and to Maurice for simply brightening up my day...! Nicky W., England

Arrived home last night from our most spectacular vacation ever. We had such fun at the ranch. Bill loved his galloping experiences. I refrained! But I was so comfortable in all my riding situations...Ah - take me back to the ranch! Miss you. Thank you so much for your gracious hospitality, for the designer shirts (I love them and have been wearing them), and for our mugs that are a daily reminder of where we want to be vs where we are. Bill and Dale, Massachusetts

Hi Debbie and Alan! This is a message from the "Frenchies"...we're back home, with a return travel without surprises. Thank you again for the "sejour" which has been perfect in your marvelous weather. Erik and Anny, France

As I prepare to write I was thinking back to when we visited and it has been 5 months! It does not seem possible that that much time has passed. The memories are still very current. Again, I wish to thank you for sharing you special place. Mark S., Georgia

Debbie, Alan: Thank you once again for a truly marvelous time at the Double E. It couldn't get better! Now, back to what's called "reality"...! Ed W., England

Hi Alan & Debbie, thanks for such a great vacation again. The first time I came to the Double E Ranch, I thought I had experienced the best vacation I would ever have! But my second visit surpassed even that! I'm already planning another trip! Gary H., England

Thanks again for an amazing time. It's scary how "at home" I feel down there. I almost didn't get on the plane! I'm having "horse withdrawals"...please, will you scratch "Mac" for me!! See you soon -- Krista S., Yukon, Canada

Dear Debbie and Alan, Both of us had an absolutely marvelous time during our stay at Double E. The ranch environment was exactly what we hoped it would be (even more so), and everyone was so pleasant and great to be with. You both were great hosts...and you made us feel right at home. The food and accommodations were terrific. We've traveled many wonderful places--Ireland, Russia, France, Italy, Australia, and so on. But I think we'd both agree we've never had more fun than at Double E and we are already planning our return visit. Sincerely, Maureen and Dan, Louisiana

Aloha Debbie and Alan -- I thank whatever powers that be that allowed us to find your ranch on the net. No matter how we try to explain how much it meant to us, there truly are no adequate words. All that hard work you did for us, the "ono" (delicious) meals, even letting us change the menus, entertaining us, accommodating our late nite runs, the amazing horses - all in a great vacation package. It is just like finding a second home in New Mexico!...Aloha! Roxanne M., Hawaii

Dear Alan and Debbie -- I wanted to thank you so much for a wonderful week. My objectives in coming were to improve my riding, learn as much as I could about ranches and horses, and to experience first hand a real working ranch. All objectives were met and then some! Alan, I really appreciated your patience and ability to teach. You are a natural. Debbie, your meals were always much anticipated and never disappointing. You both have an excellent Foreman in Maurice. Chasing those 2 big dumb cows was the highlight of the week! I've had a hard time explaining that to the people back home. I hope to find those two again, next time I'm there! Best regards, Paul M., California

Dear Debbie and Alan, Thanks for a super time! We are missing the glorious scenery, good company and excellent food - not to mention the horses! Brian and Pauline D., England

Alan and Debbie, You challenged us to believe in ourselves, feel our own strength, be adventurous and expand our horizons. Until we return... Linda and Jerry H., Connecticut

I don't know if words can fully explain how wonderful this week has been. From the scenery and cattle drive...to the excellent home cooked meals and "eventful" Thursday. And, seeing so many people from this country as well as different parts of the world come together! That is what made our 10 Year Anniversary Renewal so special. I know Carol appreciated all of your help and I cannot thank you enough...it was wonderful! -- Mark and Carol, Minnesota

Thanks again for a wonderful week! It's the best ranch ever! -- Erica and Linda, Sweden

"Thank you for a special holiday at your wonderful Ranch paradise. Every time we look at our pictures, it's like a dream come true!"
— Stella, Munich, Germany; Ines, Germany; Stephanie, Switzerland

My kids and I had a wonderful vacation at your ranch last week. The weather was perfect and everyone loved the horseback riding. I had no expectation that my youngest son, David, would learn to ride and guide his horse through the trail rides unassisted. I am so pleased that he learned to do this. Sandy is a fantastic instructor. She patiently taught David how to use his reins to control his horse, "Bart". "Bart" is to be commended as well. He was a wonderful horse for my disabled son. I have been bragging about your ranch, instructors, horses and scenery to all my coworkers. We plan to come back again and look forward to it. -- Cindy, Texas

"Thank you all so much for a great holiday over Christmas and New Year -- quite an experience which I thoroughly enjoyed!" --- Helen A., Berkshire, UK

"We had a great time at your place and are looking forward to next October! Your horses are the best and we especially loved being able to ride without restriction on time and distance." Evelyn and Eddy B., Davos, Switzerland

"Thank you for making our honeymoon so special – and such fun. It was a real privilege to ride such well-schooled horses. The cow herding, the wildlife, the scenery, the company and the sheer sense of leaving the real world behind made it a holiday we will remember for the rest of our lives. We didn't want to leave, and we can't wait to come back!"—Alison and JR, England

"Thanks again for making my vacation at Double E Ranch so exciting and unforgettable. I couldn't believe that it could be even better, if possible, than my first stay with you!"---Barbara, Switzerland