We decided on an impromptu horseback ride and they were kind enough to fit us in! We had a group of…read more5 girls and a great time! Matt and Clara were so attentive to us making sure we were comfortable and enjoying the trail ride. Would absolutely recommend for beginners!

We did the farm tour with small grandchildren. They loved it and the staff was very patient with…read moreus and the kids.

Had a great time riding their beautiful horses. My husband and I took a ninety minute ride on…read moretrails that led through woods that are especially beautiful right now-October leaves were at the height of color. The young man that was our guide made sure we were paired with the right horses, and knew how to control them before we set off. The trail also had open spaces, one of which we stopped in so the guide could take our pictures on our horses with my phone. Truly a great day. We go through that area every year and are going to make it an annual stop. So much fun! Definitely recommend it!

Do NOT make a reservation and give these people your money! I too read the reviews and it was…read morerecommended by our hotel, Omni Bedford springs resort. I made a reservation, read the cancelation policy and gave them a $100 deposit thought PayPal. The weather was bad and a prediction on rain so I called to cancel 24 hrs in advance of our 11 am ride the following day. I spoke w Kathy who tried to have me move my reservation to 1 pm. I told her no, the prediction is rain, please cancel. The next day she called me at 11:30 asking if I did want to do the 1 PM ride. I THANKED HER for the call but told her that we were not going to be able to make it, please make sure you refund our money. At that point she became very nasty and said the weather is fine and you decided not to come so we will not refund your money!!! I restated that I canceled within the 24 hour policy and she hung up on me. Very interesting as she was so very nice just before that!!! I called her back and left a message requesting her to please refund my money and I didn't appreciate her hanging up on me! She never called me back and I had to file a claim with PayPal showing proof I canceled within policy. THESE PEOPLE ARE NASTY!!! I'm worried for the horses if really need my $100 that badly!!! Shame on you! You ruined my birthday.

This is my return to HVF Just came from an after wedding…read moreparty for 100 people and it was out of a story book. SPECTACULAR! Beautiful horses and the scenery..to die for! The Barns were decorated with twinkling white lights and the stage was jumping with the sounds of "the girls in black hats". The Farm has a 5 star bed and breakfast for $125/night!! We went on hay rides and rode horses and ate like a feast from the romans! The hospiality and atmosphere has me still daydreaming I am there. A definite recomemdation for any gathering!

I had the great pleasure of visiting HVF for an event called "A Celebration of the Paso Fino…read moreHorse." It was incredible to see demos of this gaited breed that has its origins in Puerto Rico and Colombia to be shown in their splendor right here in the Northeast. The farm has impeccable stalls for horses, a huge indoor show arena with skyklights, an outdoor arena and round pen, all with glorious views of the open rolling hills of the "Laurel Highlands." I can't wait to go back to stay at the elegant but reasonably priced bed and breakfast right on the premises. The day I was there, I noticed they were setting up for a private event, a birthday luncheon on the deck of the guest house with a top chef, live Spanish guitar, and roses on the tables, it looked fabulous, and so romantic. The ideal cozy getaway spot for R & R, or as an event space or party space, HVF makes you appreciate the beauty of the country. Horses + hospitality, a winning combination, with views as far as the eye can see!!

This was really everything we wanted out of a trail ride. Bill took my phone as we entered the…read morewooded trail & kept taking picture of us throughout the trip which awesome. The trail itself was fun. We went up and down some pretty steep inclines & thru a stream a couple of times. Way more interesting terrain than we city folk have ridden thru on past rides. This is just a one man operation so if you call & have to leave a message, understand that you are calling Bill's cell not some assistant, and he's either on a ride or getting the next group ready. It took a few missed connections for Bill & I to finally talk on the phone but it was worth it. Highly recommended for a fun laid back experience.

Bill at the Rocking S Ranch was terrific! He was great at instructing what to do (we are novice…read moreriders) and an awesome story teller on the trail. We traversed different terrains and he documented the whole experience for us! We can't wait to come back again!

Great people! They love their horses and it shows.... Such a gentle ride. Will definitely be back!read more

We just had the best horseback trail riding experience…read more Melisa and her all ladies crew are amazing. Melisa was very courteous and pleasant to talk too. In a few minutes she set us up, a family of 4+1, for a custom horse ride experience within the same day. I say 4+1 because our two year old was to little to ride. However, Melissa offered to give him a ride and keep him close to the horse riding group in her four-wheeler Kubota. She took pictures of us riding the horses, which she will send us, and she allowed the kids to treat the horses with apples and carrots that we brought ourselves for them. A great, unforgettable family experience. It was all worth it, and we will definitely do it again. We will also recommend to all family and friends. Thank you very much Melissa and the crew!

Overall, a positive experience. The mountain views were breathtaking and my horse (Spirit) was a…read moregreat trail horse. She handled my 6'3" and 240 lbs with ease and listened to my every command. The process for mounting the horses and the extreme disorganization at the end of the ride were much less enjoyable. After being placed on your horse, you are left while others are mounting theirs for the ride. We waited at least 10 minutes on anxious horses that weren't happy standing around. They walked us into tree branches a few times. When we returned from the ride, the lack of staff to assist was even more apparent. Two staff members to assist 12-14 riders and horses is not sufficient. My girlfriend's horse led her through 3 prickly trees. My horse went to the watering trough and was almost bitten by another horse. This caused my horse rear back, sprint a few steps forward and start to buck. I haven't been on a horse in over 30 years, so I feel very fortunate that I was able to get her to calm down and not toss me. These issues could all be alleviated by adding 2 additional staff members. $45 for an hour trail ride seems like a fair price, but at that price you should also have enough staff on hand to handle paying customers and ensuring a pleasant and safe experience.

absolutely love MTR!! so good for kids. the horses are very well taken care of! spoiled as they…read moreshould be. i've been coming here every year since i was little! its a very special place to me the guides are amazing and the desk lady was so sweet. totally worth doing if you are in the area! i tell everyone about them.

We had a younger nervous 11 year old rider on a horse that was not behaving. The trail guide went…read moreto try and hook up to her horse and it caused the horses to nip at each other and our young rider got even more nervous. The situation was not handled quickly or correctly as it was happening for a bit before she addressed the problem. The trail guide gave no instructions on how to handle the horses before we left. We were lucky we had all ridden before and already knew. There was no talking by the trail guide during the ride except once to tell us to lean forward going up a hill and then once to tell us to lean back going down a hill. We had a fun time but there definitely could have been more communication and information given with the horseback riding. We also had two people ride an ATV and they had a great experience and lots of fun and learned a lot about the farm and area we were in from their trail leader.

The family was super welcoming and very friendly. Especially Elizabeth. We were hoping for speed…read moreand adventure but this is slow steady ATV ride. All the same we had a ball.

Spring Gap Farm: The best horseback riding experience ever! I can only encourage everyone to try…read morethis out! This was a unique experience that combines education and trail riding. The horses were all beautiful and well behaved. It was an absolutely great experience and there was plenty of time on the trails. Kina and Kenny provided knowledgeable instruction and encouragement all along the way. SGF is a must see if you are in the area or just passing through!

What a fantastic experience at Royal Horseshoe Farm! The owner greeted us, was very friendly, and…read moreshowed those of us with little experience how to maneuver our horses. Our trail guide was delightful, and the trails were beautiful, including streams, woods, and open fields! We had the opportunity to walk, trot, and canter our horses, and our experienced young teens had just as much fun as us inexperienced grown-ups! The farm was very nice, and the horses seemed well loved and cared for. We have gone on multiple other trail rides in different states and countries, and this one is definitely a favorite!

Easy to book for family of 5 over phone with Rose. Fit and measured kids for their ride pretty…read morequick....love that they let us get use to horse prior to hour trail ride and gave instructions before leaving Perfect weather! Excellent ride through stream, up/down hills and trails in woods, through open pastures, etc Gianna (sp?) guide was excellent and patient and took good pace for us as beginners w minimal riding experience Hour ride for $50 each was well worth hour drive from WV ....would definitely recommend

What a wonderful time we had on our trail ride! The guide was awesome explaining each step before…read morewe climbed aboard! Can't wait to go again! Thank you!

My wife and I just went for a ride yesterday 8/26/22. Neither of us had been on a horse for many…read moreyears. The staff were so patient and made sure we were comfortable with the horses, which were so gentle and beautiful. The ride was so great, I was sad to see it end. The two ladies that were our guides were so informative and taught us good things to know as we were riding. We will definitely be going back. If you are looking for nice rail ride, you will definitely want to book your ride here...GREAT people, GREAT horses and very reasonable prices!