The Historic 1911 Brick House and

Diamond Ring Guest Ranch. 

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The Brick House which is now the home of our gift shop was built back in 1911. The home retains many of its original features today and is the inspiration for our name. The history of who built the home is somewhat unknown beyond the name Minnie A. Zehner which was stamped on the old front steps. 

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In later years, the property belonged to Frida Olds. Frida, a notorious character in the valley, hosted informal rodeos, ran horses and cattle, and hosted events among other activities to keep the property going. For a time the grounds were a working guest ranch with cabins, a restaurant, and somewhat luxurious facilities for the well-to-do in the early to mid-1900s.

 

When the young teenager Mitch moved up the canyon in the 1960s with his family Frida was still the owner and operator of the Ranch. He met and worked for Frida in exchange for a pony whom he rode around the canyon through his youth. This inspired a deep love of the area and the desire to bring his own family back to the same canyon. 

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Emma and Alec - Mitch and Julie's children were raised on the same piece of property that once belonged to Frida when Mitch bought the property next door in the 80s and Fridas' old property later on.

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For the past 30 years, the property has been our home and private oasis. We are excited to be returning the property to its roots as a place to welcome guests to experience the peaceful and restorative nature of the area.