Our guest books are full of the thoughts of guests that have visited with us from all over the world. Guest stay with us from;

North America: Canada and U.S.A.
Europe: England, Scotland, Ireland, Belgium, Holland, France, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, Russia
Scandinavia: Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Norway
Asia: Japan, China, Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, Philippines
Middle East: Israel, Iran, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Egypt
Australasia: Australia, New Zealand

BC Guest Ranch Comments for 2004

• What more? I was here two weeks ago (see previous page) and came up again because I didn't want to miss Norm's birthday and the "staff" thank you party….wonderful to meet Norm & Nan's friends and soak up this homelike atmosphere…I may not be too sad to leave by looking forward to spending some more time here next year, seeing my "Cariboo Family" sooner rather than later. Love you all. Thanks for your welcome.
  Emmanuelle Viennois, Poleymieux, FRANCE. October 2004

• As always we've had a wonderful time, You both are fabulous hosts. It's easy to see how everyone enjoys you both your staff couldn't be any nicer and the food was delicious as usual. Love you guys
  Rick & Dianne McDiarmid, Surrey, BC, CANADA. October 2004

• All was a pleasure, especially the people. Thanks a million,
  Steve & Kathy Yeend, Memphis, TN, USA. October 2004

• Thank you for giving us such a wonderful time. We felt so much like members of a large, happy family. The riding was terrific, (thanks to the Wranglers for taking us out in all sorts of weather). The spa treatments were out of this world and we can highly recommend the wellness wrap. We really don't want to leave…Thank you everyone. P.S You must try Debbie's beading class…..the beading is beautiful and Debbie is terrific.
  Kim & Beth Walker, Essex, ENGLAND. October 2004

• Great food, scenery, building and spa treatments. Thank you!
  Lori & Gino Cacciatore, Vancouver, BC, CANADA. October 2004

• Thanks for another lovely visit. It just keeps getting better and better!
  Paula Disney, Beaverton, OR, USA. October 2004

• Thanks for a wonderful time. Too much for words actually. We will be back and we'll be telling all our friends about this place, great food, great staff, love all your animals and pets. Enjoyed the unexpected snow.
  Doug Graves & Judy Ruffnen, Gig Harbour, WA, USA. October 2004

• Third year! This short stay made me remember when I first came up here: we had the exact same snowy weather though it was late May…It reminded me of how the little-bit-scared urbanite me was greeted in arrival and immediately felt "home" and comfortable amongst wonderful people; how it helped me open up to the world and enjoy the incredibly beautiful surrounding.. how I felt good here….. when I came last Friday, I was shocked by the peaceful and welcoming atmosphere I had almost forgotten in a year. There are no words to convey how I felt when I was seeing those I now dare call my friends, how good it feels just to be around my "Cariboo" family. It's harder than ever to leave - without having seen Norm & Nan, even more…..Thanks everybody. Love you all
  Emmanuelle Viennois, Poleymieux, FRANCE. October 2004

• Thank you for the most amazing time! What a beautiful venue!! We all had too much fun. We will hopefully all be back soon.
  Kim Roe, London, UK. October 2004

• At last a lovely Mother & Daughter experience. The setting is superb as is the service & friendliness! The dogs are an added bonus. Thank you & we hope to visit again!
  Krista Ferguson & Brenda Monsen, Kelowna & Prince George, BC, CANADA. October 2004

• My week at Echo Valley has meant a great deal to me. It has challenged all of my senses, reaffirmed my determination to stay agile of mind and body and to never allow fear to decide my intention. Echo Valley had offered gentleness, generosity and great patience…Nin knew to go slowly as my knees creaked and my back silently groaned. The Wranglers were ever so understanding of my status as Novice and graciously offered me frequent "knee stops". Kim and Debbie added a true sense of family and immense creativity of spirit. Their talents know no bounds. The Thai way is ever present and my body and soul have truly been nurtured as well as nourished. May Echo Valley continue to prosper in the manner in which it was designed. May Jacques continue to bestow it's visitors a trip to magnificence as they view great beauty from above. I thank you from the bottom of my heart, for the rest I surely needed and for the opportunity to soar like a falcons and prance like the horses in the field. Merci, merci, merci!!!
  Marie-Eve Kielson, Winnetka, IL, USA. October 2004

• Thanks to all here at E.V for making this a fabulous & memorable holiday. It's truly been an experience of a lifetime and I can only hope that I am fortunate enough to return! Keep up the great work and hope you all have a well deserved winter break.
  Julie Ryan, Potters Bar, Herts, UK. October 2004

• What can I possibly say! It was all what I hoped for and so much more… of course the people and the dogs made all the difference! Thank you so much everyone for making my holiday with Mum (Mary) such an exceptional experience. I have lived in many countries and travelled extensively both at work and play and Echo Valley is definitely near the top of the list of my memorable experiences. Next time I do hope to meet and chat with Norm & Nan whom I have heard wonderful things about!!
  Christine Plumptre, Toronto, ON, CANADA. October 2004

• Well the day has come when we have to leave our Paradise in the wilderness. I hate to leave all the lovable staff & darling dogs who gave me so much pleasure. Until we meet again, au revoir,
  Mary Hamilton, Montreal, PQ, CANADA. October 2004

• I had the most wonderful time- even with a sore foot. Imagine how great it will be with 2 good feet! Thanks to all you do need to work on making the days go more slowly.
  Betty McGinnis, Woodbridge, VA, USA. October 2004

• Beautiful scenery, beautiful facility….it was like coming home! Thank you to all the staff for making my stay so comfortable and welcoming. The horses, riding and Wranglers were amazing and being out on the trail…words cannot describe!
  Amanda Cochran, Coquitlam, BC, CANADA. October 2004

• Thank you for a wonderful vacation. We both leave refreshed, relaxed and ready to go back to our hectic lives. Your resort is everything we hoped for and more. The staff is extraordinary ~ the food heavenly! We hope to return and will be signing your praises to everyone back home.
  Ken & Elaine Chatwin, Aldergrove, BC, CANADA. October 2004

• Thank you to everyone who made this the best holiday I've had in a long time. The staff, food and the wonderful horses - especially Nin!! Were brilliant. Thank you. Kellie Stevenson, Essex, UK. October 2004

• Thank you all so much for making our honeymoon a special time in our lives- it was truly memorable J. The spa treatments were absolutely fabulous! Marvin was exited to catch a fish as well. The team here is amazing and really know how to meet people. Thanks again.
  Marvin & Anne Benning, Council Bluffs, Iowa, USA. October 2004

• Before we came to visit this resort we were worried because it was new to us, by the time we had to check out, we wished that we could stay longer. We love the people in this resort especially the girls who work in this resort. All the girls gave us a very comfortable and welcome attitude. As a restaurant Owner, I really appreciate the team work that the girls perform. I love these girls and will keep them in my heart. Thank you again for everything & especially the good food and the smiling Chef. Shall we see you again?
  Danny & Joyce Cheung, Richmond, BC, CANADA. October 2004

• What a surprise to us. Great experience, feels like we are staying in Paradise. Excellent food, massage and morning exercises. Most impressed with the services provided by the staff. Nice people to talk to, many thanks to all of them. Last but not least thanks to the lovely doggies who have given us so much protection and shared lots of fun.
  Alex & Winnie Tsung, Surrey, BC, CANADA. October 2004

• Surprise 40th B-Day for sure- We had a great experience. Lots of horseback riding (maybe too much for sure), great meals, excellent Managers and wonderful staff. EVR really is a little bit of Heaven here on earth. Already looking forward to out next visit. Thanks for everything!
  George & Sue Thomson, Westport, CT, USA. September 2004

• Sometimes in life we get lucky so, all who stay here realise that you are. We've had the best time and it's hard to leave…… we'll be back.
  Jac & Andy Walsh, Cloeford, ENGLAND. September 2004

• Our 4th visit . Perfect as usual- food, staff, horses (Simba J ). Thanks for a wonderful week!
  Carl & Barb Baillie, Kula, HI, USA. September 2004

• What a fabulous experience! Great food, friendly people, deluxe massages and all in such a gorgeous setting, We especially enjoyed the Thai dance…not to mention the dogs!
  Bruce Hale & Janette Cross, Santa Barbara, CA, USA. September 2004

• I had just the "Best Time"! Definitely coming back soon!
  Linda Hanson, Vancouver, BC CANADA. September 2004

• Gorgeous place-very kind people and animals everywhere. We loved it!!
  Stefanie Menzler. September 2004

• Thank you, thank you very much for a great time! I enjoyed everyday!!
  Martina Geisler. September 2004

• We've had a wonderful stay in this beautiful spot. Nan & Norm and all the staff have been so sharing & caring with all their skills. Our fellow guests have also made our stay fun. This has been out little taste of the 'outback life'. Thank you to all.
  Marian & Ian Reid, Bitteswell, Leics, UK. September 2004

• Another enjoyable vacation, look forward to our next visit.
  Tom & Andrea Jordan, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA. September 2004

• Thanks Norm & Nan for letting us share your dream! Lovely place, scenery and company. Thanks to Kim for gorgeous food! Also to Wanna & Nok for wonderful massages to soothe our aches and pains, well done! Thanks again!!
  Ray & Brenda Edworthy, Norfolk, ENGLAND. September 2004

• Thank you all so much for the wonderful get-a-way weekend. Such a beautiful place- we will spread the news. Thank you again so much
  Rosalie & Walder Nichiporuk, Vanderhoof, BC, CANADA. September, 2004

• We have had such a lovely holiday in this gorgeous place- thank you all so very much. Everyday had been filled with surprises and special memories to cherish. A lovely "family" that have made us feel so welcome and at home. Gorgeous food thanks Kim and the girls. Great walking/riding. Special thanks to Shadow & Gem! Julie, Pat, Betty Ann- for the jokes & company!! Brian & Travis for their knowledge & stories!! All the girls for their wonderful service, care and fantastic treatments! We will not forget this special place & people and we will tell our friends. Thank you again for a lovely week.
  Shaye & Andrew Towns. S.Yorkshire ENGLAND. September 2004

• What an amalgam of lovely surprises; the lush green pastures, fine food, entertaining dogs, pleasant walks and smiling faces added up to an unforgettable experience - oh - and the wee bit of Thailand was the spice for everything else.
  Tom & Shelagh Rohlen, San Francisco, CA, USA. September 2004

• Terrific- try the fly-in sheep golf course! Also recommend Shadow (horse) Have fun!
  Bill & Luame Malkmu, Woodside, CA, USA. September 2004

• Amazing experience! Wonderful in so many ways, the natural beauty, great food, friendly multi-talented staff, horses, airplane, Thai Massage, C & W music, incomparable architecture, the one-and-only Jack, The list goes on! Many thanks
  Bill Ingrid, Belvedere, CA, USA. September 2004

• Loved it!
  Jim Caldwell, Woodside, CA, USA. September 2004

• Thank you for perfection, we will be back with more and more people
  Wulfrin Oberlin, Corte Madera, CA, USA. September 2004

• Thank you Norm & Nan & everybody for a warm and welcoming escape. Everything- the people, the animals, the food, the massage-everything went well above and beyond all expectations.
  Christina Cox, Vancouver, BC, CANADA. September 2004

• Thanks for a great time-it exceeded our expectations! Can we take Brian and the dogs home please?
  Susan & Anthony Stevens, Staines, Middlesex, UK. September 2004

• Thank you for all your great attention & service the food was a delight, riding fun & dogs great pals. I will highly recommend your ranch to friends and family.
  Elayne Price, Boca Raton, FL, USA. August 2004

• Check yer socks for holes. The rest has been said.
  Colin & Pauline Johnston, Birmingham, UK, August 2004

• Very relaxing, I got to ride, hike, eat and play with dogs in between my many naps. Some of the most beautiful scenery I have ever seen. Don't look too closely for Bert, I'm sure he is off playing and got in my suitcase!
  Kerry Blackburn, Redlands, CA 92373, USA. August 2004

• What a great place, you can do as much as you want or as little as you want, The week was exactly what I wanted it to be (minus the rain). Kim's food is to die for and the staff here is fabulous. I will miss Beau and hope to return in the near future to ride him again in this beautiful country side. Wanna gives the best body massage ever and the dogs are the icing on the cake. A true Ranch/Spa vacation experience. See you soon.
  Rebecca Hulme, Langley, BC, CANADA. August 2004

• We had an absolutely wonderful time- from the welcoming staff at the spa, the wranglers and Kim's expert creations, all exceeded our expectations. Many thanks!
  Matt & Hilary Brill, Washington, DC, USA. August 2004

• Many thanks for a wonderful week we have thoroughly enjoyed sharing your home! The food was amazing and all the staff were wonderful. The Luk-Pra-Kob was incredible- I did not know it was possible to be so relaxed! We hope to see you again in the future.
  Ian & Philippa Wilshaw, Cheshire, UK. August 2004

• Wow! What a great week! One can do lots of active things or almost nothing but eat/sleep/read and everything in between! Everything works! The site is lovely, the folks caring for us were excellent the food was super, even the other guests were great fun. Loved my flight with Travis, Sylvia loved her spa sessions and the Hootnanny was a blast! Many thanks. P.S Enjoyed having dogs for company!
  Frank & Sylvia Kennedy, Wolfeboro, NH, USA. August 2004

• We had a fantastic time, riding, hiking, eating and being pampered. Thanks to Jacques, we will now introduce the entertaining game of Texas Hold 'Em to our Portland friends. And thanks to Nuk, Tip & Neata, we will bring Ruesri dat ton to them as well. We'll let you know which one they prefer! We hope to return in three years to celebrate Craig's 40th as well. Thanks to everyone for a great vacation, Echo Valley is a magical place full of joy. Good luck to all the staff!
  Craig Alness & Pamela Kennedy, Portland, OR, USA. August 2004

• Thank you to everyone for their hospitality and friendship. The food and staff were excellent. A lazy week on our behalf, but just what the Doctor ordered! We will be recommending Echo Valley Ranch to out friends, Maybe one day we will see you again. A Big Thank you to Debbie! God bless everyone at EVR.
  Pat & Reg Garrill, Lincoln, ENGLAND. August 2004

• Wonderful experience, Words can't describe it. The staff is exemplary, They were the most helpful, cordial and personable. The weather didn't always cooperate, but we rode in the rain regardless. Thanks again Debbie-thanks for the beading instruction an especially the conversation, When I finish a coaster I will e-mail the picture.
  Dave & Pat West, Kenmore, WA, USA. August 2004

• Thank you for your hospitality, great food, wonderful views & horse riding lessons! Thailand dinner night was fantastic and the Thai Dances beautiful.
  Raymond Wilson, Elizabeth Elliot & Claire Blood, Hamilton, ON, CANADA. August 2004

• A lovely visit. You have a paradise on earth here. Congratulations on creating such a wonderful resort for guests from around the world. We enjoy your warmth, genuine hospitality, the food (kudos Kim!) the staff, the guests and of course the facilities. We hope for a longer (week long) visit next time. Thank you
  Joe & Jennifer Camulli, Langley, BC, CANADA. August 2004

• These days we stayed here were just like heaven although we do not know the real heaven. Anyway these days of our stay were the best time of the year, We do not know the right words how to express our hearty thanks. Fortunately, besides, we could make really wonderful friends who came from the UK. Thank you very very much.
  Ryuichi & Shigeko Shimizu, Bellevue, WA, USA. August 2004

• What a marvellous place to relax, to enjoy the beauty of the area and most of all meet and become friends with the wonderful staff and fun guests. Obviously it goes without saying we are already looking forward to our return visit.
  Bill & Leslie McClone, Shingle Springs, CA, USA. August 2004

• Thank you for turning this stressed out "city slicker" into a relaxed and 'easy going' country bumpkin. Your amazing staff have helped me fulfil a dream of ridding western with at least some class! Echo Valley is a little bit oh "Heaven on Earth" and I want to thank everyone I met, guests and staff for making this the most enjoyable holiday ever. Thank you
  Richard Chalk, London, UK. August 2004

• Beautiful place. Nice people and staff we enjoyed our three days discovering fabulous mountains. Many Thanks.
  Jacques & Nichiele Reis, Sarreguenines, FRANCE. August 2004

• A so nice place to ride, so nice people…but too bad there was no cattle! Anyway we enjoyed our stay.
  Agnes Beaucamp, FRANCE. August 2004

• Thank you all so very much for your warmth and hospitality. The place is very beautiful but the staff and guests made it very special. I will always have great memories. Many thanks and blessings to you all.
  Rhonda Fletcher, Anaheim Hills, CA, USA. August 2004

• I can not say enough about this great place. This was an unforgettable vacation!!! Especially the guests and staff!! Awesome memories.
  Fran Garnick, Deerfield Bch, FL, USA. August 2004

• Thank you for an unforgettable vacation, the excursions, hikes and rides were fantastic. Thanks for everything.
  Dawn Mahlau, Sunnyside, NY, USA. August 2004

• Wonderful Honeymoon! Heaven on Earth! I would highly recommend the Barrel Racing and facials after an All-Day Ride. The staff are all like family-we will be returning
  Heather & Gareth Wildman, London, England. August 2004

• We had a lovely stay-which made a very relaxing part of our Honeymoon. We enjoyed the Western-style riding and the Thai style massage was wonderful. All the staff was very friendly and it was relaxing eating our meals in the main lodge. We hope to return one day!
  Alison & James Devonshire, Surrey, UK. August 2004

• Thank you for these fantastic days. Thanks to Tip and Neata, yours hands are like gold. Thanks to all, I'll never forget you.
  Manuel & Angeles Pillado, SPAIN. August 2004

• Our one night stay was fabulous! Thank you for everything!
  Donnat Dave Rae, Fairmont Hot Springs, BC, Canada. August 2004

• There is no way we can really thank you all for the wonderful week in Echo Valley! The warmth and friendliness of the staff made us all feel like we were so welcome here. We enjoyed the rides and each and every spa experience so much! We all feel so pampered by this wonderful staff and so wonderfully fed by Kim each meal. Thank you to all of you-you will all be a part of our wonderful memories of Echo Valley.
  Roger, Sally, Katy, Megan, & Emily Leslie, Ganiesvill, FL, USA. August 2004

• It was a great time over here in "Echo Valley" we have enjoyed every single thing! Thanks so much for everything. We hope to come back!!!
  Jose Maria Saut & Cristina Sande Cecchi, Zaragoza, SPAIN. August 2004

• Our Honeymoon! Really a perfect spot for it-the place, the people, the massages, the hike, the naps all made it an incredibly unique experience for both of us. Thank you so very much. Yee-ha!! What a fun week!! The horses, some ropin', the hike up Mt. Bowman was awesome, a truly memorable experience! The people are fantastic and I've never enjoyed myself more! We'll see you again soon!!
  Anja Wrum & Joris deBoer. Vergennes, VT, USA. August 2004

• We stopped here as a stop-over between Jasper and Whistler, but it has turned out to be the highlight of the vacation. It is so difficult to describe how wonderful this Oasis is. We are truly indebted to all the staff and the wonderful guests we have met who have contributed to making it a very, very memorable experience. We will be back!
  Jenny & Howard Zetter, Herts, ENGLAND. August 2004

• We had a wonderful stay. Thanks to the most hard working and always pleasant staff at EVR. A vacation to remember.
  Matt Hickey & Cathy Moonshine, Portland, OR, USA. August 2004

• Where do I start? I stumbled upon a little slice of heaven under gigantic British Columbia skies. I am grateful to all the staff- Nicolle, Nok, Debbie, Jaranya, Yalloporn, Wana, Neata, Kim, Jacques, Tip, Kayo, Mihoko, Noriko, Jillian, Travis, Betty Ann, Julie, Pat, Brian, Carissa, Numchoke, Numchai, Dorothy and anyone else I inadvertently missed. This has been a truly memorable vacation. Thank you for helping me to remember how to relax and to have fun. I'll return to Atlanta refreshed and invigorated. Until next time.
  Becky Windham, Cumming, GA, USA. August 2004

• Heaven on Earth!
  Liz Finan, Fulmer, UK. August 2004

• It was good to be back. Wonderful time, especially meeting a great group people. Great place- Thanks Nicolle and all the staff.
  Ralph, Ann & Bethan Davies, Shropshire, ENGLAND, August 2004

• Echo Valley is an "Oasis in the desert", A beautiful place and fantastic experiences, the riding was better than I could have imagined. I am sure that I shall return. Thanks for making us all so welcome.
  Karen Green, Hoole Village, Cheschire, UK. August 2004

• Everything and more than I could have hoped for. It's taken 50 years to experience this and I hope I don't have to wait another 50 to repeat it! The Wranglers and the horses made this a dream come true- very special. Many thanks.
  Carol Pickering, Winsford, Cheschire UK. August 2004

• Truly fantastic, this week had been an experience I will carry with me for the rest of my life. Thank you, see you all again some day. Thank you this is just the most amazing place, so beautiful it takes your breath away. A totally fantastic holiday.
  Matt Foster & Bethan Tuson, Lower Earley, Reading, UK. August 2004

• Thank you so much for making this memory such an incredible one! It was so relaxing and enjoyable, the staff, the people, the food, the environment, the dogs, were all a perfect "10"!! We had the best time and will never forget any of it. Thank you so much, we hope to see you all again!! Thanks again.
  Jessica & Al Kaufman, Plymouth, MN, USA. August 2004

• Wow! What an amazing and special place! We feel so very fortunate to have found such a peaceful yet invigorating spot in the world. Everyone was so wonderful and took such good care of us. Thank you Nicolle for all that you do! 'Till next time…(when I get David on a horse)
  Ilene & David Ostroff, Encinitas, CA, USA. August 2004

• It's going to be my wonderful memory ~ Yasuhiko I enjoyed the spa very much ~ Ichie Thank you very much for your warm hospitality and taking care of my parents. We really enjoyed staying here. C.U again ~ Michi
  Ichie, Yasuhiko & Michi Mochizuki, Chuo-Ku, Tokyo, JAPAN. August 2004

• Thank you for making our Honeymoon so special. A wonderful place, relaxing. Conquering my fears of heights by summiting Mt. Bowan was the most fantastic experience, a memory that will last us a life time thank you Jacques, and going on a horse for the first time was amazing. Wonderful people. Thank you to the whole team at Echo Valley. We hope to return very soon.
  Laura & Luke Martino, Nottingham, ENGLAND. August 2004

• Thank you for everything. The most beautiful place we have ever seen! We will return! P.S. The Honeymoon Cabin was wonderful- anyone jealous??!
  Nina & Philip Townsend, Bromley, ENGLAND. August 2004

• Great people, great opportunity, great nature, lots of …..rain. Thanks for your support to Haro Park Centre. See you again.
  Brigit & Brik, Vancouver, BC, CANADA. August 2004

• Once again thank you dear Norm & Nan for sharing EVR. What had been a beautiful vacation spot for Christophe and I has become a wonderful family vacation. We enjoyed every minute of our time with Louis & Tom. We were all made part of your extended family. Thank you to all the great hands for the best spa treatments. Thank you Nicolle & Michelle for taking care of the boys. Thank you, merci Kim pour la delicieuse nourriture Sandrine. Thank you for having us over. I really like it, especially the barbeque night. Louis & Tom Thanks for everything - Christophe
  Sandrine, Christophe, Louis & Tom Daligault, Belleview, WA, USA. August 2004

• Couldn't ask for a better time, surroundings and friends. Thank you for your hospitality- see you next year.
  Mindy & Gary Littlepage, Houston, TX, USA. July 2004

• My Family had plenty of chances to meet their: horse needs, gold panning needs, yoga needs, pool needs, hiking/walking needs, food needs, social needs and sunset needs. Wow, you are right Nicolle, guests need to know they may have to come back often for a dose. Thank you for sharing this part of the planet with us and making our dream a reality.
  Paula Carey, Nicholas, Devon and Claire Wemyss, Calgary, AB, CANADA. July 2004

• My love and respect to everyone.
  Paula Disney, Beaverton, OR, USA. July 2004

• Norm….. I love you! (don't tell Nan!) J
  Darlene & Amanda Hilden, North Vancouver, BC, CANADA. July 2004

• Thanks to all for a splendid stay! The staff, the food, the lodgings and the company were almost as beautiful as the surroundings. Peace
  Mitchell & Lee Klein, Hudson, NY, USA. July 2004

• I had a great time this week, even though I lost the water fight. Next time I'll win for sure. I really liked the food, mostly desert, I'm going to miss all the horses and maybe next time I can ride Dexter. P.S Pro says Aloha to his Canadian friends! I'll never miss a Summer!!!!! Alexandra
  I had a super 49th Birthday- the best cake ever. Take are of Popeye! Myrna
  Myrna & Alexandra Murdoch, Honolulu, HI, USA. July 2004

• Wonderful stay in Paradise! In Canada! In Thailand! A unique world with beauty and hospitality. Thanks a lot.
  Regnier Didier, Suresnes, France. 2004

• It's been said before! We'll be back with more Baxters asap.
  Richard, Jacky, Louise & Rachel Baxter, England. July 2004

• Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful home & property with us. Our kids will be talking about this vacation for years to come!
  Jeff, Dede, Jordan & Kara Ellis, Pasadena, CA, USA. July 2004

• Thank you for a wonderful experience. We are a large group with diverse Interests and yet the experience exceeded all of our expectations! The Spa treatments here are second to none. Echo Valley is a very special place---due to a beautiful setting and wonderful place. Thank you again.
  The Bosa Family, Vancouver, BC, CANADA. July 2004

• Great Hospitality. The staff was wonderful. Food great. Fantastic accommodation especially the hot tub. A holiday that has provided plenty of memories!
  Simon & Charlotte Henderson, Edinburg, UK. July 2004

• Thank you for the memories!
  Fred & Louise Hannah, Bethel, Ohio, USA. July 2004

• Echo Valley and it's staff was/were and experience that had affected us both on a physical, emotional and spiritual level. We are overwhelmed by the beauty and hospitality! Top notch staff and accommodation! Be proud of what you have to offer the world All the best!
  Laurie Klegh & Kari Myall, Abbotsford, BC, CANADA. July 2004

• We have had a fantastic time. Great riding, fabulous food and my first massage. The other Guests were also great! Many thanks. I'll be back with my husband!!
  Sally & Ed Thorne, Sorrey, ENGLAND. July 2004

• Simply Wonderful! I've had a delightful stay. Many thanks to you all. I hope to return one day!
  Elizabeth Gutteridge. July 2004

• Nook- you are the best! Kim- food fit for a Queen! Jacques- great entertainer! Wanna-love my nails now! Nan-hope you get better soon! Norm- great place! Debbie- thanks for your warmth! All the Border Collies- we'll miss you all!
  Carl Reese & Samantha Benati, San Deigo, CA, USA. July 2004

• Jillian-Thank you for making my sons first horse experience so wonderful. We have all had an excellent adventure here. Syd wants some Border Collies at home now and Cheryl seems quite relaxed after the Thai Massage. We will miss Kim's wonderful Chef work. Everyone made us feel at home. Looking out at the horses and dogs during my pedicure was the ultimate indulgence. Sydnee wants to take home Anna, I'd like to smuggle Kim!
  Rick, Cheryl, Nick & Sydnee Hyman, Los Altos, CA, USA. July 2004

• What a fabulous place for a women's retreat-Lots to share…with lots of readers. Jane Cassie-Freelance Travel Writer
  Jane, Maureen & Barb, Surrey, BC, CANADA. July 2004

• Simply Amazing! We will be back!
  Mike & Susan Wallens, Baltimore, MD, USA. July 2004

• A Wonderful Stay- we only had 3 days but need3 months! Food, service & facilities excellent! Everyone should have at least one visit here in their life time. Thanks for everything,
  Barry Whitford, Ullapool, SCOTLAND. July 2004

• What a wonderful place & such amazing staff! I've never experienced spa treatments like this anywere else. Everyone (Wanna, Neeta, Nok, Tip, Nun) put their heart and sole into the massages/treatments they give. They're so relaxing/rejuvenating/refreshing. I will recommend this place to everyone! Thanks so much for a wonderful time.
  Carol and Marj, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. July 2004

• Oh my God! Oh my God! Oh my God! The food, the festivities, the spa, the mountains, the weather - it was all a "10" Thanks to the wonderful staff for making our stay fantastic - we will definitely be back!
  Leonard, Vicen, Alan, Jamie, Dawn, Josh, Jason & Brian, Baltimore, MD & West Palm Beach, Florida, USA. July 2004

• Thanks for a wonderful vacation! I didn't know Yada could handle all of those wonderful walks (trees, mountains) but she did just fine! It was the second time in my life that I got on a horse - it was a great experience - Gillian is a good teacher, and Commanche didn't throw me once! Yada said her horse was too fast! (just kidding). However, the highlight for me was the plane ride. It was magnificent - the views were breath taking! Thanks Again - we'll be back!
  J.R. and Yada, Houston, Texas, USA. July 2004

• Had a wonderful time - can't wait to come back.
  Syd McLeod, Surrey, BC. July 2004

• A thousand thank yous to all at Echo Valley. Our stay has been a big memory for the Brown's - one we will talk about many times. The big fish that did not get away! The wonderful spa treatments which almost made Gordon ten years younger!! The airflight with Travis giving Jacque the opportunity to enjoy the beauty from God's view so to speak - many fun moments with the wranglers - teaching (Julie) but also helpful and patient with us beginners. Our rides gave us the opportunity to see a moose, a black bear and a deer!! That, together with our daily enjoyment of Brian's birds has given us more than our fair share of wild life. Debbies photographs will allow us to enjoy all those memories many times over. You think of everything here Nan and Norman. Lastly a big thank you to Chef, the food was wonderful and all the kitchen staff and cabin cleaners - bless you all.
  Jacquie, Gordon and boys (Michael & Greg), Wallingford, UK. July 2004

• Detter er vist det smukkeste sted par jorden, jeg har nydt mine dog da jage her, og taker jor gastfri-nedur, maden valmundelig ventighed. Jeg rejser med quime nuskler, men wid den bedste opleuelge, jeg komimer klaut den bedste tilbage, og vel gok met jor at sende mauge danslier nerover mange hilsner.
  Camilla Dupont, Langerodveg, DENMARK. July 2004.

• Thanks so much for our wonderful stay here. You made the setting twice as beautiful! It was fantastic! The hike up the mountain, horse riding (..beware of spur), the 4 x 4 drive, going up in the plane, and of the great selection of films. Thanks.
  Hana, Janice & Chris. Great Walford, Cheshire, ENGLAND. July 2004.

• Home from home - why can't we bottle this place and take it with us. Above excellent is certainly the standard which has been set here right down to the smallest detail. One complaint though. We have not lost any weight. Thanks again for some of the best fishing and trail riding there is to be had in this world! We will definitely be back - there is still a fly in that tree which we have to get back!
  Mark and Birgit Stapleton, Herford, GERMANY. July 2004.

• The most beautiful setting, wonderful hosts and very friendly animals. The horse riding was fantastic - a big big thank you to all the wranglers. The best thing about Echo Valley is that every one makes you feel like family. Thanks again.
  Julian and Alicia Hart, Woodford Green, Essex, ENGLAND. July 2004.

• What a fantastic time …… too short. From climbing Mount Bowman, to going on scenic jogs and walks with 8 dogsin tow….to taking white knuckle drives along the canyon - and of course all the horses are the most beautiful we have ever seen. Thank you so much for your warm hospitality. We were instantly made to feel at home. Looking forward to a return visit.
  John, Eva, Leah, Sophe, Frank Henderson, Oakville, Ontario, CANADA

• What a wonderful setting for our honeymoon. Every one helped to make our stay truly special. There are so many people to thank individually but thanks to the whole team for giving us such good food, good accommodation and fabulous horse riding. We'll definitely be back! Thank you.
  Oscar and Beverley Postma, Charleywood, Herts. ENGLAND. July 2004.

• Yasmin and I had a wonderful time. The riding was terrific and I fell in love with Dexter. Kim - fabulous food! We will be back. Thank you so very much for everything.
  Lori Rowe, W. Vancouver, BC. CANADA

• Wonderful cabin, excellent food, best horseback riding, everybody wonderful, excellent massage, best masseuses. Wish could have stayed more will be back for sure.
  Yasmin Shamfi, W. Vancouver, BC. CANADA. July 2004.

• Wow! Honeymoon Cabin is lovely, decorated so well and with good views and Sparky on the porch - what more could you ask for. The rides were brilliant, Jon fell in love with Sky and I'd happily take Shadow home with me. Thanks to Travis and Julie for the lack of hills, Wanna and Tip for the great massage and Debbie for the lovely photo's. Thanks for the walk Jacques. Debbie All of the above - fabulous time - I'm sure we will be back some time. Great food and fabulous service from every one. John
  John and Debbie Hustinson, Linstade, Befordshire, ENGLAND. July 2004.

• Thank you Norm and Nan and many thanks to your wonderful staff - you have a great crew. You have a magnificent facility here at EV Ranch - too bad we have to leave and return to reality! Thanks again to everyone at EVR.
  Veronica and Derek Blake, Freelton, Ontario, CANADA. July 2004.

• Beautiful people, beautiful scenery - such peace and warmth we have found here. We loved every moment. The hospitality and meals were wonderful. We never felt rushed - but there was always something relaxing to do. The dogs add a special touch of their own kind of welcome - thank you all - this has been a vacation of a lifetime. We hope to be back. All good things - namaste -
  Rob and Beth Bartelettii, Beaverton, OR. USA. July 2004.

• Dear Norm and Nan - thank you for sharing your piece of heaven. Thyank you for your great smile Norm and Nan for your great way to tell stories. Thank you Jacques for your kindness. Thank you Travis for your great company and our flight tour(..we were kind of sick to talk much J). And a special thank you to Neeta, Wanna, Tip, Nok and Nun, you have beautiful hands and beautiful hearts, you carry your caring through your massage…..Great service and good food. We will be back. Sandrine and Christophe Daligault,
  Redmond, WA. USA. July 2004.

• Thank you every one. It's so peaceful and active, such kind and professional people taking care of us. We will be back soon. Only a few words come to my mind about our second stay here. Angelica Extraordinary, Outstanding - the people, the reindliness, the quality, the location - and another word as well, I thank you very much. Jurgen
  Jurgen and Angelica Grossman, 150 Mile House, BC. CANADA. June 2004.

• This is the third time I have been here. It has gotten better each time I come. It is the highlight f my year. This place has become my second home. My Echo Valley Family is wonderful! After a week here I do not even feel handicapped. I am "whole" in mind, spirit and body again. And, you let me express myself individually and creatively. Hope I was not too much of a bother with all the projects I wanted to do. Hope you all stay healthy. If I can stay healthy too I will see you next year. Thanks for all your concern and care. This place is truly "heaven on earth". Love to you all.
  Jeanette (Bugsy) Andrews, N. Vancouver, BC. CANADA. June 2004.

• What a blessing it was to be here. The scenery was beautiful, the food delicious. Every one here was so friendly and helpful, and we hope to be able to return bringing along some friends and family. This is the first time I have seen horses fatter than ours. We had some great rides. Loved the morning walks with the dogs. You have created a peaceful and serene environment where we were able to enjoy the beauty of God's creation. Thank you.
  Wayne and Celeste Mercer, Pont Vendra Beach, FL. USA. June 2004.

• If we knew what we know now our honeymoon would have been spent just at EVR. Thank you for your warm friendly hospitality. Every one here are amazing. Scenery too much to forget. We will be back, soon!! Thanks.
  Simon and Tracy Collin, Gt. Yarmouth, Norfolk, ENGLAND. June 2004.

• Thank you Norm and Nan for another wonderful holiday. This is now officially our 2nd home. Thank you to everyone, the wranglers, Kim, Debbie and all the other amazing staff. We will be back. See you soon.
  Linda and Simon Richards, Belmont, Hereford, ENGLAND. June 2004.

• Thanks for a wonderful vacation! Beautiful scenery, great food and staff treated us like royalty - will be back. Thanks again for your hospitality.
  Chuck and Julie Noble, White Plains, NY. USA. June 2004.

• Had a wonderful time and enjoyed the riding. The wranglers are our type of people, so considerate to the horses and guests. Kim's food is the best and hope to link with the website for his many tasty dishes. And thank you Norm and Nan for your warm hospitality and may all your border collies continue to live happily in God's country.
  Christine Cowen and Elspeth Mitcheil, SCOTLAND. June 2004.

• Thank you Norm and Nan for inviting us to share a week with your "Echo Valley Family". We had the week of our lives. We had many firsts - horse riding, fly fishing, horse shoes. Every day was an adventure and the evenings were filled with interesting conversation and laughter as the "family" gathered for dinner. Wishing you every success in the future.
  Philip and Tina Galligan, Co. Wexford, IRELAND. June 2004.

• Wonderful place! The massages were just great!! Great horseback riding and I really love the scenery in the valley and down by the river. I look forward to a return visit.
  Kathy Pers and Keith Clifford, Coquitlam, BC. CANADA. June 2004.

• Beautiful vacation. Every one was extremely nice.
  Rosa Cude, Central Lake, MI. USA. June 2004.

• Thank you for sharing your beautiful home and property. A delightful vacation for two gals to catch up and renew our friendship.
  Brenda King, Lake Oswego, OR. USA. June 2004.

• What a fabulous way to spend our 30th anniversary! Unforgetable.
  Jane and Chris Wingfield, Bucks, OR. USA. June 2004.

• Beyond our expectations! Such a wonderful relaxing place. Many thanks to all the very caring staff for the terrific outdoor activities and fabulous spa amenities. It is a great place, filled with wonderful caring people, delicious food and super conversations and laughter. Thank you so much.
  Robert and Deanna Ross, Victoria, BC. CANADA. June 2004.

• This is a great place for a retreat. Good meeting facilities and great meals. The activities are wonderful as well as riding on the meadows is just magical. Thank you to all the staff for your great services -- and thank you to the Dove's for sharing your place with us.
  Rowena Liang, Vancouver, BC. CANADA. May 2004.

• This place is close to PARADISE as it comes - majestic snow capped mountains, rocky cliffs, dappled meadows, gorgeous horses, bountiful bulls and an exotic blend of western and Thai architecture - strong but mellow. Thank you Norm and Nan for sharing your dream with us.
  Reva Dexter, Vancouver, BC. CANADA. May 2004.

• My colleagues from Van City had a wonderful retreat. All staff were friendly and welcoming. I felt positively pampered. I'll recommend to all I meet.
  Catherine McCreary, Vancouver, BC. CANADA. May 2004.

• This has been a great week. Came to distress, get some exercise, and maybe drop a couple of pounds. Did the first two but thanks to Kim's cooking failed at the last. I met some really neat people and will miss you all.
  Amy Webster, Westland, WI. USA. May 2004.

• We had a great time - the view! - the food! - the hospitality! - the spa! - the facilities, and more. All just excellent! Many thanks - we look forward to coming again.
  Arlo, June and Rina Stoberg, N. Vancouver, BC. CANADA. May 2004.

• It was an amazing experience for us. Everywhere you look is a beautiful view. The buildings fit so perfectly into the setting. The staff so attentive that you feel so comfortable - like you are home. Well above and beyond any expectation that we had - especially with the meals! We loved our stay and look forward to returning.
  Jaon and Chantale Pitts, Stratford, Ontario, CANADA. May 2004.

• We came expecting the best and Nok, Wanna, Nun, Neeta surpassed every expectation I had. Kim's cooking is five star - Debbies pictures are amazing. Thank you Norm and Nan for bringing about this opportunity to indulge our every sense - be it spiritual, physical etc. You have opened up an exceptional jewel unsurpassed - we will return.
  Susan and Chuck Loewan, Winnipeg, Manitoba, CANADA. May 2004.

• We have had an incredible - but all too short 3 days. The ranch is beautiful tranquil and truly restorative. It was the perfect uspite from our normally hectic lives and we will definitely be back. Looking forward to kids week as well as more peace filled visits. The staff was phenomenal, the food incredible, and the treatments heavenly. Loved the classes perhaps more along the lines of Aikid0 could be added? Thanks to all, especially Cole and Travis for our terrific welcome.
  Joanne Hartzell, Mento Park, CA. USA. May 2004.

• My visit here has been all that I hoped for and needed at a very tender time in my life. The staff has been wonderful - incomparable chef Kim has restored my appetite. The whole experience here has been unbelievable. Cole and Travis were so welcoming and helpful in every possible way. They were the front line when I arrived - and set the tone for my visit without which I may not have stayed for a week instead of my original reservation of 4 days. Thank you so much.
  Bertha Hanselki, Merrit, BC. CANADA. May 2004.

• It has been wonderful to return to Echo Valley. Ken has enjoyed this visit as he achieved his goal to be on a cattle drive. Thanks Pat, Charlie and Travis. Thank you every one for making us feel at home and leaving so relaxed. We will return again.
  Ken and Jean McGal, Bally Muwa Co. IRELAND. May 2004.

• It has been a wonderful 4 days. Excellent treatments, incredible food, wonderful attention. Every body so friendly and wanting to provide for our comfort. For us this has been a true vacation. Thanks.
  Audrey Shecter, Toronto, Ontario, CANADA. May 2004.

• Wow - what an amazing 4 days. From early morning "Thai Stretch" with Neeta and Nok, to delicious breakfast, then nature hike with Neeta and Nun, then into the hot tub over looking the beautiful hills, then the bell rings for an amazing lunch by Kim (..with a short preview and discussion while waiting for 12:30 to come). We loved all our services (..one was better than the next, Kim's food was awesome, and beautifully presented. The service was A-1; the horseback riding was delightful (..the falcon feeding was entertaining; the 8 dogs were an absolute treat) These 4 days far surpassed our expectations. Cole, thanks for the hospitality! What an indulgent experience….loved every minute!!! Thanks every one for the beautiful memories.
  Robyn Greenspan, Toronto, Ontario, CANADA. May 2004.

• This has been a delightful and memorable occasion. Staff and guests had so much to share and our welcome beyond words. It is not "if" I come back but "when". I will share this times with friends and family. The food was exceptional. There is "PEACE IN THIS VALLEY"
  Verna Zawaduk, Knutsford, BC. CANADA. May 2004.

• I had a great time. This place is wonderful. Thanks to all the staff they are great. Kim, the food was the best!
  Kathy Jansen, Sun Peaks, BC. CANADA. May 2004.

• We had the trip of our life time. Every one was absolutely perfect. The people are so friendly. All of them. The spa experience exceptional. The food was beyond expectation.
  David, Cheryl, Adam and Eleanor Bathe, Minden, Ontario, CANADA. May 2004.

• Words can not describe my experience this week here at EVR. The closeness, family like atmosphere will bring me back again and again. Never once did Cole, Teresa, Debbie, Kim, Brian and all staff ever lose sight in making me comfortable, relaxed and yes, LOVED! Not to mention well fed. I will always consider all my friends that I will remain in contact. After spending time with other guests, I am sure they also share my feelings. With much love.
  Julie and John Petrilli, Mesa, AZ. USA. April 2004.

• We had such a wonderful and relaxing time at the ranch. Every thing exceded our expectations - the scenery was absolutely beautiful, the staff was exceptional and the food was delicious! It's been awhile for the both of us to have the time to enjoy the beauty of nature and we found that here at the ranch. We both loved the Thai spa/ culture. Thank you for such an experience! We hope to come back soon!!
  Karen and Fred, San Jose, CA. USA. April 2004.

• Truly an enjoyable and peaceful place to be closer to nature and God. The people were all fantastic and made me feel right at home. Thanks Norm and Nan for providing this wonderful Thai experience. The spa and massages were the best I have ever experienced. I would love to return with my husband one day. Love.
  Kris Langdahl, Kent, WA. USA. April 2004.

• I enjoyed the relaxed, open atmosphere. My kind of vacation. No keys, no purse, no make up, no worries. I loved all the staff, I loved Thai culture, I loved Thai food, I loved visiting "little Thailand". Nan & Norm - thank you for bringing this amazing culture for me to experience - I loved the spa. You are so grounded, fun and truly authentic wonder spirits. May you grow in your love and provide us with many more years of pure luxury and peace. Sincerely.
  June Hansen, Bellingham, WA. USA. April 2004.

• We have had an absolutely fantastic stay here - all too short - really enjoyed all the activities. Hospitality is excellent - we want to steal at least one of the dogs, horses and the chef, Kim - and a masseuse. Totally enchanting - and when ever we are able to walk again (..after two days in the saddle) we'll still think fondly of our time here - a wonderful place for a honeymoon. Hope to see you again.
  Richard and Jenny Hitt, Ipswich, Suffolk, ENGLAND. April 2004.