Grand Chenier Ranch (pronounced Sha-neer) is a working cattle and horse ranch that consists of 4,000 acres of prime Central California real estate in southern Monterey County. The name Grand Chenier, literally means “Big Oak Grove” and is the epitome of pristine beauty with majestic views which is secluded and very private.

There are magnificent views in all directions. Primarily consisting of rolling hills and lush meadows, covered with wild oats and native grasses; there are literally thousands of mature oak and pine trees throughout the ranch. The entire property is fenced and cross fenced for livestock pastures.

On a tiny piece of land owned by a local church, it was dedicated in 1926 in memory of Bishop Nichols, 2nd bishop of California. This huge Celtic cross celebrates the majesty of these “sunlit hills” & stands on a spot oldtimers refer to as ‘the old stagecoach stop at the top of Vineyard Mountain’ on the old San Miguel – Parkfield Road (est. 1887).