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GastoniaNorth Carolina28056US
4.9555
55Awesome flat yard with great privacy fence! Our dogs loved the spot...
45Very large space for my 3 big dogs to run around! If you have a dog...
55This was our first time going off leash running! We were super...
55The yard is large and secure and the owners are very welcoming and...
55Nice secure yard. Lots of space for dogs to run. They have set up...
55My 3 dogs had an amazing time. Well kept yard and plenty of space to...
55We took our dogs and they loved it! The yard is a great size because...
55We will definitely visit again! The yard is perfect & well thought out.
55Beautiful spot!
55Lovely, large yard with beautiful shade trees. Our dogs relaxed and...
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Ratchford Farmhouse

Gastonia, North Carolina
Fully Fenced
1 acre
4.9555 Reviews
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Ratchford Farmhouse

Gastonia, North Carolina
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Hosted by Shannon B.
Member Discount
4.9555 Reviews
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Fully Fenced
1 acre
Ratchford Farmhouse - Gastonia, North Carolina
Ratchford Farmhouse - Gastonia, North Carolina
Ratchford Farmhouse - Gastonia, North Carolina

Fencing

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

This spot is fully fenced

Info provided by host

Note from host

6 foot wooden privacy fence. Double gate entry.

Fencing height

6+ feet (at lowest point)

Fencing type

Wood - privacy

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

6+ feet

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Fencing type(s): Wood - privacy

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Fencing details: 6 foot wooden privacy fence. Double gate entry.


Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other dogs

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

we have dogs inside our house that may bark

GUEST FEEDBACK

37% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsNo

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

No

neighbors have chickens, but they will never be in the fence

GUEST FEEDBACK

14% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleNo

Other people

HOST REPORTS

No

total privacy

GUEST FEEDBACK

8% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Private entryYes

Private entry

Yes (Always)

Please park in front of metal entry gate.

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.


Amenities

Field

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog toys

Rain shelter / sun shade

Trash can


Pricing
9 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Member get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Gastonia, North Carolina

Description

A great spot, fully fenced in, plentiful shade, full visibility for your dog! (Please read access instructions for important directions! Google maps location is incorrect!)

Cleanliness

100% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

Please read access instructions!!!

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
3 hours
Max dogs per booking
20
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

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Meet your host

Shannon B.

Joined in October 2021

Hi, I’m Shannon! I own EmBark Dog Training, and have been training dogs professionally since 2014. My family purchased this beautiful property to restore it to its former glory. I know the value of getting energy out for young dogs, and am so happy to provide a space for them to sniff, run, and explore.


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