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Ballacres Farm Vacations Perfect retreat for a break away from it all. Close enough to a highway & town for convenience.

Far enough & secluded enough that you'll feel like you're miles away. Enjoy the rural location, mountain views, space to roam & the privacy to relax & unwind

Cabin build update!! The "to do" list is shorter by the day! Lots of finishing touches to be done but I'm sure you all w...
05/05/2025

Cabin build update!!

The "to do" list is shorter by the day! Lots of finishing touches to be done but I'm sure you all will get the general idea! Watcha all think?? Would you stay here??

Cabin update.Isn't it cute! The exterior is all done! The bathroom is all done (but keeping it under wraps for a later r...
29/04/2025

Cabin update.

Isn't it cute!

The exterior is all done! The bathroom is all done (but keeping it under wraps for a later reveal) and the main living space is tantalizingly close to being done!

Field Trip! (Literally)My Granddaughter and I had the privilege of a demonstration of some modern Arable Farming techni...
27/04/2025

Field Trip! (Literally)

My Granddaughter and I had the privilege of a demonstration of some modern Arable Farming techniques. Thank you to our Neighbors and friends from the Wild Rose Colony, AB for a ride-along in one of there seed drill operations. Particular thanks to Jason, our expert operator for a smooth ride!

Opportunities like this help to educate and inspire individuals and can widen the learning curve for a young mind. I'm sure this little one will remember her visit for a long time! It of course also reminds us that farming doesn't need to be just for farmers, that people like us are welcome and encouraged by responsible farmers like Jason to ask questions, learn about the role of farming in today's world and gain new respect and knowledge and admiration for those willing to make the time for the next generations. Thank you Jason for your time and thank you for a lasting impression.

Can't wait for the first guest in the new cabin to ring the bell ! Getting ever closer.
24/04/2025

Can't wait for the first guest in the new cabin to ring the bell ! Getting ever closer.

Cabin update!!Poor Mama cat is less than impressed with this less than purrfect weather! However she does like the new ...
22/04/2025

Cabin update!!

Poor Mama cat is less than impressed with this less than purrfect weather! However she does like the new covered porch on the Cabin build.

Speaking of the Cabin, despite the weather, some decent progress was made over the weekend. The electrical is almost done, the bathroom is almost done and the landscapers are due in this week for the final touches around the building, including reinstating some fencing that was removed to site the cabin. The highlight of the project so far has to be the Barn doors that we re-purposed (from our barn of course) to make a bathroom door and a double bi-fold closet door. Getting close to the finish now!!

Good girl sitting in the sun, watching the work progress on the new cabin build.
20/04/2025

Good girl sitting in the sun, watching the work progress on the new cabin build.

Gotta love a cozy stove on a cool spring evening. Relax with your favorite tipple in the Gazebo while listening to moth...
17/04/2025

Gotta love a cozy stove on a cool spring evening. Relax with your favorite tipple in the Gazebo while listening to mother nature and watch the sun go down.

New Cabin update! Porch and deck done ✅️Other than the little blip we had in the weather last week it's been decent eno...
07/04/2025

New Cabin update! Porch and deck done ✅️

Other than the little blip we had in the weather last week it's been decent enough that we have been pushing on with the outside work before the spring rains make it a mud bath. Some grading to be done in the next week or so but other than the outside is pretty much done. The inside is about 70% done but we'll keep that under wraps for now!

Now to all you nosy beggars that do the slow drive by's (yes we see you 👀) now you know where we're at with the project so you can avoid looking creepy! (You know who you are) 😉

Meet Stuart and Maisy. The Ballacres mice. These ones are super friendly, super cute and supper cuddly. Look out for the...
05/04/2025

Meet Stuart and Maisy. The Ballacres mice. These ones are super friendly, super cute and supper cuddly. Look out for their adventures around the farm. I wonder what Mama cat will make of this pair🤔🤣

Courtesy of Miranda at Miranda's Cozy Crochet

THE BIRTH OF A BUILDING! We've had out next project tucked away inside our shop over the past few months, so it could be...
27/01/2025

THE BIRTH OF A BUILDING!

We've had out next project tucked away inside our shop over the past few months, so it could be worked on while Mother Nature threw the worst of the cold weather at us (hopefully!), but the time has come for it to escape its confines and branch out into the world! It will continue to grow (up!) and develop at its new location, so follow us for more updates!

Located within easy reach of both Calgary and Lethbridge, with Foothills and Willow Creek mere minutes away and with several lakes within easy reach (just bring your own boat!) our naturally beautiful spot is perfectly located for a get-away-from-it-all close-to-home short break.

13/11/2024

BREAKING OUT AND BREAKING GROUND!

Thanks to the generosity of Mother Nature in keeping the winter weather at bay, we’re delighted to announce that we’re again breaking out of the short-term rental mold and are one step closer to providing another quirky, affordable accommodation solution to those visiting our beautiful part of Alberta! Thanks to the local guys at Some Enterprises Ltd. for their hard work as we break ground! They made it look so easy and had us ready for the next exciting stage in a jiffy!

Located within easy reach of both Calgary and Lethbridge, with Foothills and Willow Creek mere minutes away and with several lakes within easy reach (just bring your own boat!) our naturally beautiful spot is perfectly located for a get-away-from-it-all close-to-home short break.

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13/11/2024

ENJOY SWEET DREAMS AT BALLACRES FARM!

Guests from the cities often comment how still and quiet our old farm is at nighttime….but that’s not necessarily the case! While our guests are tucked up inside our cosy cabin, catching some much needed 💤, the local wildlife (and domestic furry residents!) are out throughout the night! If you’re out enjoying our grainbin firepit of gazebo – maybe keeping an eye on the skies for - one or two of our barn cats may come to visit – especially if you have a fire burning! They will try to convince you that they are neglected and lonely……but we assure you they’re pretty spoiled! You’ll maybe also hear coyotes & owls calling to each other too, but they generally don’t get too close! We’re coming into mating season for both, so the older offspring are being kicked out the nest to make way for those coming next - literally in the case of our resident mating pair of Great Horned Owls! It’s very much planned parenthood where wildlife is concerned!

With mule deer, white-tails, moose, coyote, skunk, badger, jackrabbits, hare, marmots, gopher, fox, mice, vole, owls, hawks, geese, bats, frogs, salamander – and possibly more – all living on or popping into our old farm, the chances are high that, if you stay patient, quiet and still for a little while – especially after dark - you’ll spot something quietly minding their own business in the shadows.

Located within easy reach of both Calgary and Lethbridge, with Foothills and Willow Creek mere minutes away and with several lakes within easy reach (just bring your own boat!) our naturally beautiful spot is perfectly located for a get-away-from-it-all close-to-home get-back-to-nature year-round short break.

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