This is a great place to see some of Maryland's racing history. Take a tour of the barns, see the…read moreold track and the new ones! See some of the horses that are there, and get a feel for how much this niche industry has been a a part of Maryland for a very long time. They have events throughout the year for the public, be sure to take the trip down there if you can - it's not far from the city. Everyone there is awesome and invested in making this place a world class horse farm!

We are so happy to have found Cadence! It is an English-style barn and the perfect mix of skilled…read moretraining, great horse care, and a easy going and fun group of riders! Diane is an accomplished equestrian herself and an excellent instructor. I have ridden at amateur barns throughout the country and really appreciate her skill. She has tips about technique that I have not seen before and really work for me. She is a good instructor for everything from pure pleasure riding to competing in rated shows. The focus is on eventing at this barn but there are opportunities for pure dressage to combined training to eventing at every level. Hunters and jumpers are also welcomed. As important as the instructor are the horses. The horses are happy here. There is plenty of space for them to graze and they are cared for by loving people. Finally, and most importantly, the social vibe is fun and supportive. There is a vibrant group of adult amateurs, and ages span from just under 16 to over 60. Even when competing, the focus is on fun rather than on ribbons. Cadence stables is an all-around-great place to ride. We considered more than 20 barns before landing here.

Cadence is one of those special stables that truly values what's important - top notch horse care,…read morecultivating a positive and welcoming community, and providing great coaching. Diane is an accomplished rider and trainer and very collaborative. She not only helps me progress with my riding, but is also generous with her time providing knowledge and advice on horse care. I've become a more informed and educated rider and horse caretaker under her guidance. The people at this barn are dedicated and friendly, and ultimately the horses come first. There's an indoor, and outdoor, and ample outdoor space and grass to ride on. I also used to be intimidated by shows to the point where they weren't fun for me, and Diane and the community here have provided the encouragement I needed to make competing fun. Whether you're just starting out or taking your horse to the next level; looking to enjoy the outdoors or want to compete; want a lesson horse or are looking to board your own; Cadence is a wonderful place to ride.

My girls have been riding here with Lacy and we love it. Everyone is really nice and helpful as…read morewe've learned our way around the barn. My girls have gotten to ride a variety of horses, and have learned to tack and care for the horses in addition to riding. Their scheduling is very flexible and easy, you schedule/pay for individual lessons not a block of lessons which makes it great for us. The facility is nice with both indoor and outdoor rings and a clean, organized barn. It's been a pleasure to ride here!

Absolutely beautiful facility with trail access and impeccably maintained…read more It has been placed under new management and the care is first rate! The indoor has a misting system, so no dust, and they have guineas to help with pest control. Truly great people and beautiful facility.

I was required to pay a security deposit after I had already been there 5 months. I paid the $400…read more($200 for each of my 2 horses) Shortly after I reluctantly paid the deposit, the barn manager told me I had to leave. We left October 2nd. The contract states the security deposit would be refunded withing 14 days of leaving. I have before and after photos of our stalls showing no damage done. I have tried to reach out to the barn manager for my deposit. She ignores my emails, texts, and Venmo requests. The owner of the facility says the contract is between myself and the barn manager yet allows it to continue. All I want is my security deposit back as it appears the barn manager only required it so that she could keep that money once she told me to leave.

When you drive up to Summerfield Farm, the barn looks like it belongs on a Hollywood movie set. And…read morethe care the horses receive is equally impressive. I've had my horse there about seven months now and couldn't be happier. The horses graze in huge pastures and the barn is so clean you could eat off the floor 90 percent of the time. Lol They have beautiful indoor and outdoor arenas which are kept immaculate as well. Owner Ann Marie makes sure the place shines. For those interested in lessons and showing, their horses are top of the line. And it's relatively convenient as far as horse barns go in the DC area. I live in SE DC and it literally takes me 25 minutes, an easy commute. So if you are looking for a good barn, I highly recommend Summerfield Farm.

We enjoyed our horseback riding experience here and would come back. The location is sprawling, and…read moreit was easy to find and check in. The staff were friendly and we were shown how to properly mount, ride, steer, and dismount. The group we were with were a fun bunch, and the lead was knowledgeable, helpful, and skilled. We felt comfortable, safe, and at ease. Definitely recommended!

Our Girl Scouts' horseback riding activity with Gina and her team at Misty Manor was a 10/10…read moreexperience. The girls and us troopleaders were outfitted with helmets, the led into the barn to learn about the neccessary grooming and steps there are to take prior to a successful ride. We lined up and met our horses, learning simple commands, and how to properly mount then ride our horses. We were then guided by Gina and joined by two of her staff on a 50-min trail ride - all the horses and girls in a single file line through the forest, up and down hills and through muddy patches. The whole experience was about 90-min with the grooming and safely measures taking up the rest of the time. I thoroughly enjoyed as did my Girl Scouts. This was an amazing experience for them and so happy they earned their Horseback Riding badge with a fun adventure.

I have been here for 2 1/2 years - the Sander's are wonderful, no other way to put it. They have…read morereturned my calls and cared for my old QH like one of their own. They called me tonight to let me know they'd use one of their blankets if they needed if all of mine were wet! Way above and beyond care, wonderful trail access. Thank you so much!

From the owner: Large horse boarding facility adjacent to 5000 acres of bridle trails at Manassas National…read moreBattlefield Park.

Went to the website for information and it's shut down. No big deal, I'll just call right?…read more The lady that answered could not be bothered and seemed put off by the fact that I had the audacity to call. "As it CLEARLY states on our website, we don't do that." Sorry for checking, miss.

So happy to of found Soft Landing Stables. The property is idyllic and the horses are well loved…read more It's been a wonderful experience riding at this barn, the horse trainer- Wendy Powers, is amazing! Would highly recommend this barn!

I've been riding at Full Moon Farm for almost 3 years now. I used to ride horses when I was a child…read moreand decided I really wanted to get back on (I'm in my 30's now). This place was perfect! The trainers are all very knowledgeable, helpful, and just fun to learn from. Everyone (children and adults) at the barn are friendly and always willing to help when you need a hand or just don't know how to do something. I highly recommend Full Moon Farm!

Great farm. i've been riding and moved up many levels. the horses here are cool. the trainers are…read morevery thoughtful and think about the rider and the horses. they do have everything you would need if your a beginner

Amazing, family owned stable and educational facility. They put on seasonal family-friendly…read morefestivals. Their fall festival included a beautiful petting zoo, pony rides, food trucks, a pumpkin patch, and pumpkin chuckin'. They also offer opportunities for volunteer work/community service. A wonderful and wholesome community.

DON'T BOARD YOUR HORSE HERE!!! The farm has wire fences and several horses have gotten themselves…read morecaught in the fencing. One even got caught in loose fencing that was just sitting in the field and sliced their leg open. The stalls are not matted so the clay base slowly gets dug out when stalls are being done. This makes the stall floors VERY uneven. The owners never drag the ring so there's this permanent dent where the first track lies. The owners are also extremely stingy on giving the horses hay in their stalls. I've moved my horse to a new barn and within a couple of months she has filled out and looks so much healthier. The instruction for lessons is some of the worst I've seen. The owner will be on her cell phone in the middle of a lesson and does not explain the mechanics of riding to any of her students. They just plow around the ring with the worst ring manners and she doesn't correct them at all. Whatever you do avoid this place at all costs.