When families start searching for affordable vacation solutions that last a lifetime, they often land on two options: a timeshare or ownership, like at R-Ranch. At first glance, they may seem similar both involve shared property access and yearly costs, but in truth, they couldn’t be more different.
Here’s why more and more families are saying goodbye to timeshares, and hello to ownership at R-Ranch in Northern California.
What Is R-Ranch?
R-Ranch isn’t a resort you rent by the week. It’s a 5,119-acre deeded ranch in the mountains of Siskiyou County. Every owner holds a recorded deed to real property, not just a reservation slot or a point system. That means you truly own a share of the land, and with it comes with year around day use. No blackout dates, no rotating calendars.
You also get access to horseback riding, ATV trails, fishing, hunting, swimming, shooting, camping, and so much more, all included in your annual dues.
5 Key Differences Between R-Ranch and Timeshares
1. Real Ownership vs. Temporary Use
Timeshare: You buy the right to stay at a location for a set time (usually one week a year), but you don’t own the property.
R-Ranch: You own a 1/2,500 undivided deeded share of real California land. Your name goes on a title recorded in the county—a true real estate asset, not just a timeslot.
2. Freedom to Visit vs. Limited Access
Timeshare: You’re usually restricted to specific weeks, and trading those weeks can be difficult or expensive.
R-Ranch: Stay as often or as little as you want with unlimited day use.
3. One Activity vs. All-in-One Adventure
Timeshare: You might get access to a pool or a beach. That’s it.
R-Ranch: Own your own private outdoor country club—horseback riding, hunting, fishing, ATVs, cabins, swimming, hiking, and more. It’s like six vacations in one, available all year long.
4. Cost Clarity vs. Hidden Fees
Timeshare: The initial buy-in can be $10,000–$30,000+, and you still pay annual fees… often with surprises.
R-Ranch: New shares start at just $2,025 during promotional periods like the “$2025 for 2025” sale. Low yearly assessments cover nearly all amenities. There are no fees for camping, fishing, or horseback riding.
5. Community & Legacy vs. Sales Pitches
Timeshare: Often high-pressure sales and no real connection to the place or people.
R-Ranch: You become part of a multi-generational community. Owners plan events, volunteer, and create lifelong friendships. Many families pass their share down to their kids—it’s a legacy, not a lease.
R-Ranch Isn’t a Timeshare—It’s Something Far Better
At R-Ranch, you don’t just visit nature—you belong to it. Instead of squeezing your vacation into a crowded hotel or an off-season week you traded for online, you’ll have the freedom to camp under the stars, teach your kids to fish, ride horses at dawn, and gather around the fire with friends who feel like family.
This isn’t just a vacation. It’s a lifestyle you own.
Real Stories from R-Ranch Owners
Thinking About a Timeshare? Think Again.
Why settle for a condo when you can own 5,119 acres of adventure?
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Or call (530) 475‑3495 | Email: hq@r-ranchca.com