lug Bug Ranch -- also known as Bug Ranch, Bug Farm, and Buggy Farm -- was created in 2002. The five wrecked Volkswagen Beetles, buried hood-down in the ground, were the idea of the Crutchfield family, who owned the Longhorn Trading Post and Rattlesnake Ranch next door.

Slug Bug Ranch.
It began when a huge corporate Travel Plaza was built on the opposite side of the Crutchfields interstate exit. They figured they could stay in business if they could siphon away traffic with something eye-catching and engaging. Slug Bug Ranch seemed a natural choice: a parody of the popular Cadillac Ranch, 35 miles west. At the time, the Beetle wrecks were painted a pristine bright yellow, and a sign next to them encouraged, "Sign a Bug."

Slug Bug Ranch.

The Crutchfield's were right about one thing: Slug Bug Ranch has proved popular as an attraction. Unfortunately, it flopped as a business plan, and the Trading Post closed only a year after it was built. Its advanced state of decay is a testament to the vigorous love it has endured from Route 66 travelers, who have felt free to modify the abandoned artwork with spray paint and whatever crowbars, hammers, blowtorches, etc. they apparently carry in their vehicles.

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"Adorable house with lots of room and fully stocked. Will be back for sure! Host was very easy to communicate with and enjoyed our stay. "

AED 917 total

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4 May - 5 May

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"Property was great. Stocked with family board games and activities. Fire place, grill, Streaming television in all rooms. "

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"Great place for a small family gathering. Already planning to rent again for another family gathering. "

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"we were only there over night but it was a great price for a quaint place."

House (3 Bedrooms) | Private kitchen | Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher

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"This place is a hidden gem! We stayed there for 3 nights and enjoyed our stay."

AED 675 total

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5 May - 6 May

Deluxe Apartment | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

"Great location, very clean, enjoyed our stay! "

AED 401 total

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5 May - 6 May

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"What a beautiful lilies vottage in an idyllic setting. We enjoyed sitting outside watching the mule deer dining and the peaceful atmosphere. The tiny cabin was clean and cute. Would definitely recommend."

AED 521 total

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4 May - 5 May

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