Just a half hour south of our Byron home lies a magical place called Sugar Beach Ranch. We piled into the 4WD, caught the car ferry over the river, and stepped into our coastal Yellowstone dream.

The sound of crashing waves, cicadas, and the occasional whinny from a horse greeted us. Our colourful bungalow offered stunning views—ocean to one side, the pool straight ahead, and the horse paddocks on the other. We were in for a treat over the next few days. The bungalow was super comfy, featuring two separate bedrooms, each with its own kitchenette and ensuite. The beds could be arranged as kings or two singles, which was perfect for our group of four.

With the sunshine blazing down, we decided to hit the pool, armed with chilled wine and a tasty snack board. The pool area was a highlight—spacious, deep, and incredibly inviting. We spent hours chatting, swimming, bombing, diving, floating, and admiring the resident doves circling above us.

That evening, we grilled marinated chicken on the BBQ, whipped up some fresh salads, and wandered just a minute from the bungalow to a picnic table overlooking the ocean. A cozy fire crackled beside us, set up by our lovely hosts. With the perfect view of the sunset over the water, it was pure magic.

The next morning began with a delightful delivery from our amazing hosts: freshly baked, unbelievably delicious banana bread, farm-fresh eggs, and local honey. We savored our breakfast on the deck, coffee in hand. Later that day, I had an incredibly special equine therapy session with Maxime. We capped off the day with a walk along the beach, taking the horses into the waves for a sunset swim.

Our final morning featured scrumptious baked egg cups from Stevey and one last dip in the pool. Our stay at Sugar Beach Ranch was truly memorable and special, allowing us to connect with each other, with nature, and with these beautiful horses. We can't wait to come back again!