Tracy & Peter
Our STory
When we first found Gemini Moon Ranch, it was quiet and forgotten. The buildings were worn, the land overgrown, and the air felt heavy with time. We had spent several years traveling, searching for a place that felt like home, but nothing had ever felt quite right. The moment we walked onto this property, we both knew. Even in its broken state, there was something special here. The history, the craftsmanship, and the spirit of creativity that Robert Morris poured into every corner spoke to us.
With the help of our business partner and dear friend Roni, we were able to purchase the ranch together and begin bringing it back to life. Her belief in the vision made it possible for us to take this leap.
We fell in love instantly. This wasn’t just another piece of land; it was a story that needed to be continued. Since that day, we have poured our hearts into restoring the ranch. We live here full time, doing the repairs ourselves, caring for the animals, hosting gatherings, and sharing the space with others who feel the same connection we did when we arrived. Every project is a small way to say thank you to Bob and to the land that brought us here.
We started the Gemini Moon Ranch Historical Preservation Foundation so the story could live on beyond us. Through donations, events, and a lot of hard work, we are slowly restoring the beauty and purpose that Bob created. It has not always been easy, but it has always been worth it. This place has changed our lives, and we are grateful every day to wake up surrounded by history, nature, and the reminder that love and creativity can rebuild anything.
Legacy that invites community
Architect Robert “Bob” Morris rode into Temecula on horseback in 1969 and fell in love with the land. He became one of the early visionaries behind the restoration of Old Town Temecula in the 1970s, giving the area its signature 1890s-style architecture. Bob designed the famous arches at both ends of Front Street, the sidewalk medallions at Main and Front, and many of the buildings that define Temecula’s Western charm.
Known for his creativity and resourcefulness, Bob often rescued architectural materials from historic California sites being torn down. Many of these reclaimed pieces now live on at Gemini Moon Ranch—embossed metal ceiling tiles from the Alberhill Post Office, beams from the Vail barns, wood from the Hemet Stock Farm, and windows from Murrieta Hot Springs. He built the ranch as his personal home, blending art, history, and storytelling in every detail.
Bob passed away in 2018 at the age of 85, leaving behind a property rich in craftsmanship and spirit. After a period of abandonment, Gemini Moon Ranch found new life when two modern stewards fell in love with it.
Gemini Moon Ranch Historical Preservation Foundation
The Gemini Moon Ranch Historical Preservation Foundation was created to keep Bob’s legacy alive and ensure the continued restoration and preservation of this historic landmark. The foundation operates through donations, events, and the hands-on work of Tracy and Peter, whose dedication keeps the ranch thriving.
Funds raised through stays, tours, photography sessions, and gatherings support ongoing maintenance, educational outreach, and community events. Each contribution; whether through participation or direct giving, helps protect a one-of-a-kind piece of California history so that future generations can experience its magic.