The most magical place in the valley...Such a peaceful atmosphere where both you and your horse can…read moreregenerate and thrive. This barn really is a gem, and so is the community it has created. Paddocks, stalls, multiple wash racks, large turnout, trails, arena, and a round pen offer a fun and safe environment for both people and their horses. The barn manager and staff are both passionate and knowledgeable with what they do; always keeping the horses and their needs as top priorities.

From the owner: Our 50-acre horse ranch in mid-Carmel Valley features a full-size arena and roundpen, as well as…read morevarious boarding accommodations to meet your horse's needs. And we boast perhaps the most recognizable barn in the entire in the entire valley. it's the big silver one across the street from Folktale Winery.

I was so blessed to find this amazing barn. The people here are not like other barns. They are all…read morereally nice and there is no gossip and mean people. The arenas are very nice even in the winter. The owners are great people and really care for the horses in a way I've not seen in hardly any other barns.

I highly recommend Morning Sun Ranch. This is a beautiful place to board your horse. The barns are…read moreclean, the stalls are so nice and great feed, great arenas and trails. Gina, who owns the barn, is so great and knowledgeable and everyone who boards there is very friendly. Most of all my horse is happy and well taken care of and I so happy too.

Paula has an amazing and beautiful property set against the eastern hills of Hollister's mountain…read morevista. The boarding facility is super clean, very friendly and the owners are extremely knowledgeable about horses. My horses boarding time there spanned many years and was filled with wonderful care, special memories and I made life-long friends. I highly recommend Legacy if you're looking to board at a facility that cares about your animal's well-being 24/7, 365 days a year and especially when you can't be there. I trust them inexplicably with my horse's lives. The only reason I left this beautiful facility was to move my horses to acreage on my own property. Otherwise, I'd still be there.

From the owner: We specialize in Personalized Care for your Horse with Safety and your Needs in Mind…read more Stalls,Paddocks. Cleaned 7 days a week. Covered arena.

Avoid as hell. This barn has a very toxic culture. Lots of badmouthing and bullying among riders,…read moreespecially from older women towards younger riders. Some young riders replicate the behavior to fit in, and perpetuate the toxicity. Women are cat fighting at every corner. it's just awful. I'm a foreigner, and several white women were harassing me and verbally assaulting me on my first day. I felt there was a lot of racism at this facility. The barn owner has no welcoming culture, she tolerates bullying at her facility and greatly participates. She is unjust, and does not take feedback well. Also, the barn owner does not maintain the property at all. She asks you to pay extra for using the arena, but she won't maintain the arena or hire barn workers. Arena gets floaded all year long, the arena is in neglect. It's a pretty bad place for leasing a horse, as they'll ask you to clean stalls for free! It's a neglected place, and there are too many undiagnosed mental illnesses going on there. It's best to spend an extra $100 at another facility that has a better code of conduct and will guarantee you peace of mind. After all, you should always have fun riding!

For the sake of your horse and yourself, avoid this place. The barn manager negligently fed my…read morehorse, within three days of him being there, grass hay. He never gets grass, never eaten it in his life. His feed schedule was posted right next to his stall and his very own bale of hay was also right next to his stall. My horse lost a member of his herd, moved to this place, and was misfed in a series of three hot days. He colicked, twisted, and died on the property. Within 12 hours i had arranged for his burial in another county and was en route to pick him up when i was notified by the barn manager that she had a tallow company coming to pick him up. I understand why some would do this with their horse, i dont judge, but i will not do that to my own. I ended up paying off the tallow guy for my own horse's body... The next day when moving the rest of our herd from this property due to all the drama, the barn manager yanked our pony out of his stall and literally started running off with him while yelling at her own boarders. Insane. Got our pony back, loaded up and got the hell out. The point of a barn is caring for these animals that do so much for us and building community. This place is in the practice of god knows what but it aint that.

I went up to get some of what they call: Free Horse Manure…read morein Bulk and its garden friendly. Well let me tell you its Not Garden Friendly at all. So don't waste your time, Its not even 1yr old. Even though I am Disabled I should of even known better, I even use to take care of horses but its been 25yrs. I don't know why I Even loaded my truck full what a Mistake. I was at least taking the Dry, but come am it was a Nasty mess, I couldn't even use it Nor could I give it away. I was also Picking up for 2 friends and they passed hard. All it is that Nichole offers the owner is Old Hot Very Hot and Gassy SHIT Poo its not in no way Manure and its not even maintained so it would turn into Manure its probably 3months old of Nasty I wouldn't doubt if it has zoonotic diseases I did notice but didn't know until after its Anaerobic Nasty.. I feel Nichole should Compensate me! For time and Fuel.. 40-$50. If you want real Manure Compost: https://garrodfarms.com/hay-compost-firewood/

Been a longtime boarder and I love the huge pastures here. Not to mention the access to great…read moretrails. Great place with great people

Wonderful facility - we have been with Hillary for 8 years she really cares for the animals. We…read morehave two geldings there that are happy and healthy. Three rings to ride in and a huge wilderness to ride in for those who will cross the creek. Disregard the negative reviews. I knew both the people who posted and they were bullies. I recommend this facility highly! Jill Lander

I have a 30 year old paint gelding who has been at Briarcliff for almost 5 years. We were at our…read moreprevious barn in Castro Valley for over 20 years. I would like to say that Briarcliff is the premiere boarding facility in Santa Cruz county. It has been my experience that the horses are well fed and cared for, the property is beautifully maintained and we are able to have our preferred Shoer and any Vet we choose. The owner is on the property 24/7/365 and always has her eye on the horses, making sure they stay healthy and happy. If you truly care about your horse and the care it will receive, Briarcliff is your only choice in Santa Cruz county.