An entire wild-west themed village hidden deep in Ruapehu's native bush could soon have a new sheriff in town.
Mellonsfolly Ranch in Upper Ruatiti - also known as Old West Town - is rightly described as a step back in time... sporting its own saloon, general store, courthouse, jail, and enough room for up to 27 guests.
But aside from a few tumbleweeds, the place is currently deserted - waiting for years now for a new owner to purchase it.
Sarah Bartley is the general manager of the family-owned business (when she's in town, she goes by 'Rosita'), she talks to Jesse.