The ranch originally consisted of 160 acres and was owned by Juan Romero, a Native American who is believed to have lived in the town next to the Carmel Mission. In 1852, he deeded the property to William Curtis, a Monterey grocer, for $300. In the 1850s, the property became one of the first dairies in California. The dairy, which supplied the county with cheese and butter, now houses the restaurant. The barns were used for hay and milking. During this era, the Martin family, who owned the ranch for 60 years, also grew potatoes for Sierra gold miners. After this time several more owners succeeded, putting it to different uses and even segregating its size.
Clint Eastwood purchased the ranch in 1986, rescuing the property from an impending fate as a condominium development. He sought out the best craftsmen for the renovation, who have replicated moldings, door frames and hardware to match the style of the original buildings. Each structure reflects a different architectural period: from the 1840s style of the restaurant and dance barn to the century-old Martin cottage and bunkhouse.
The old Bunkhouse is the oldest structure on the ranch and is now one of the unique buildings where guests can stay.
The highlight of Mission Ranch is its restaurant. Privileged views in a natural environment. It offers a varied menu of traditional American recipes, with markona olives and extra virgin olive oil for the seasoning of salads, as well as for the preparation of sauces, aiolis and other preparations.
