Learned to ride a horse here. I've always had this fear of horses but I met Sampson and all that…read morechanged. My trainer and horse have changed my ways. The trails here are beautiful and I had a great time. Cannot wait to do this again very soon. Thank you Cypress Breeze Farm

Fantastic guide, and great fun ride, even if ur experienced…read more Me and my boyfriend had a great time

I've been taking English lessons here for about a year, and I'd recommend it for anyone looking for…read moretraining or stabling. Everyone tolerates me very well, despite my various & myriad ineptitudes :) Kallie, the trainer, is fantastic. All the animals are in good condition - horses, goats, dogs, chickens - and everyone is friendly and helpful.

From the owner: At Anvil Acres Stables, safety and quality are the most important aspects of boarding. We have a…read morewide variety of well trained and safe school horses available for our students. All levels of English riding are taught, from the first time beginner to the most advanced showing levels. Call Anvil Acres Stables today for more information!

Where do I begin? Dale and Janis that manage Lakeview are down to earth, honest, caring,…read morehard-working people. Their daughters are awesome riders and always willing to give a hand or advice if asked as well. There is a large riding ring, lunge rings, jump ring, turn-outs, areas to hand graze your horse and security. Beautiful Lake in the back for catch and release with large bass. Family oriented! Everyone is willing to help each other out if needed. I just can't say enough about Lakeview Stables. As far as cost of board and the care of the horses......OUTSTANDING!!!!!!!! B.of Pinellas Park, FL

If I could give this hell 0 stars I would. Avoid Gail and her harassment at all costs!…read more All this stable is, is a bill payer for her as she sits on her butt all day on her back deck like a spider waiting for a fly. She tries to tell you, you need to use her hay people, sorry their hay looks more like straw. Ours delivered and stacked beautiful green Timothy/Alfalfa hay. Oh and smell the water before you sign! It's horrendous! Smells like rotten eggs it's so full of sulfur. Beware of her contract (get a copy, none of the boarders we spoke to were aware of the "kick you to the curb" clause as they were not given a copy) - it states she has the right to terminate the contract at ANYTIME, for ANY reason. She does NOT have to GIVE you a reason or a reasonable amount of time to find another stable. OH AND she keeps your deposit. All the while expecting you to dig the stalls down to dirt, putting in new dirt, scrubbing the stall walls with Lysol and repainting the stalls and tack box. Seriously? AND you keep the deposit? (You on the other hand are required to give her 30 days notice.) Boarders have been heard complaining about dead rats IN the stalls and where the daily feed is kept. Repairs are shoddy to say the least. Screws left in the stall and on tack boxes within reach of the horses. I even snapped a picture of a live round left on a tack box. Both round pens are falling apart and one has broken metal pieces sticking out of the ground (bet Gail isn't paying that Vet bill). If you use the arena her dog will chase the horse. Not cool Gail (understandable if rumors are true and she's never even owned a horse before but also unforgivable for the ignorance) As you may have figured out we were asked to leave after 5 weeks of constant harassment. My daughter was literally screamed at for feeding her own horses at 5:45pm because someone was on the board to feed all the horses at 6pm (one night they had not been fed until after 9pm, 3 hours late but that was fine). No where does it state you cannot feed your own horse. My daughter WAS given a reason for being asked to leave - "being ungrateful" Say what? Apparently she neglected according to Gail to thank her for the use of a bucket & rusty trash can. What the hell? But she's got you, it's in the contract. I'm still left scratching my head as to why one horse who in the eight years my daughter has owned him has NEVER EVER even been remotely head shy and after 4 weeks of being at Southern Star freaks out if you go any where near his head. Hmmm wonder how that happened???? We're not the only ones, another couple we spoke to was asked to leave and NOT given a reason. It seems if you don't kiss up, you are kicked out. Save your time, sanity, horses' safety, and money, and avoid this place like the plague.

If you are looking for a safe clean loving environment for your beloved pet then look no further…read more This is the place to be. Southern Star Stables is a lovely clean barn. We are a family and as such everyone helps each other. This is a partial boarding facility about 1/4 mile from Helen Howarth Equestrian Center and Pinellas Park is working hard to please the equestrian owners. We feed the horses twice a day and for those who like their horses to have a mid day snack that is also offered. I have gone to the barn at all times due to my schedule and have always felt safe and secure. Gail the barn owner also lives next door to the barn. She is always on her back porch keeping an eye and ear on the place. Dolly her dog also keeps a vigilant eye. We have a wonderful loving barn cat Clyde who is always around. My horse and I are very happy at Southern Star Stables. Gail expects you to care for your horse and she is always available to talk. She keeps the grounds well maintained and has someone there doing the maintenance care of the facility. The horses are well loved and spoiled here at Southern Star Stables. It is true that we don't always ride our horses. Most of us have full time jobs and busy lives. But these horses are our pets. We love them and dote on them. We are horse owners and their safety and care come first. I love it here. Val and I plan on being here for a very long time.

CANNOT say enough great things about Stacy and her crew of critters. She has come to our home many…read moretimes for large parties to small and I am always impressed by her patience with children, and knowledge of each of her creatures. When we've had small gatherings she will get right on the ground with the kids and speak to them with so much enthusiasm. My kids adore her so much. Once we even scheduled a visit to her farm to help with morning feeding. So fun!

I moved my 8 month old Danish Warmblood filly to DunnDee Farms after owning my own Horse Boarding /…read moreHorse training Facility for eight years. I can say with some authority that while there I was very impressed with the facilities and care she received. She was always feed on time, in clean surroundings, and checked over regularly for any injuries. The farm owner is very knowledgeable, friendly and responsible. My filly had many horse friends and had the unique opportunity to meet other types of farm animals like goats, cows, capybaras & chickens. We only got to stay for four months due to us moving but I would definitely recommend this farm! Thank you DunnDee Farms for taking care of my baby!

I purchased a Groupon deal for a few horseback riding lessons for my daughter on a whim last…read moreAugust. She was just 4 at the time but loved horses and the website for Avalon said lessons start at age 5. I figured I would purchase the deal and use it when she turned 5, boy was I glad I purchased this deal! My daughter turned 5 in the first few weeks of December. We had our first lesson at Avalon just before Christmas. Lonna was my daughter's riding instructor for her first horseback riding lesson. Fun and engaging, Lonna made my daughter feel comfortable on top of the giant horse Evan she was riding. I might mention, my daughter is terrified of heights and Evan is impressively tall. Before riding Evan, my daughter was given the opportunity to groom a different horse with another riding instructor. She was shown how to brush, curry, and comb out the horses coat. She was also shown how to pick up and pick out the horses feet to get them ready to ride. After her first lesson she was hooked on horses and we signed up for a monthly lesson program. The staff, the facilities and the riding instruction is top notch. The Stables are always clean and the grounds are beautiful. The riding staff is trained in beginner to advanced riding techniques. They are welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly. We are happy to have found Avalon Stables for our daughter.

Best. Barn. Ever. You can tell that this barn is different from the first visit. Stables, grounds,…read moretrainers and groomers are world classtrainers. If you're brand new to the horse world or a World Champion, this barn is qualified to help you achieve and maintain riding goals. We couldn't be happier than we are to have two ASBs stabled here with our young daughter training here.

DK Farms this was such a magical event! Megan was 10/10. Will book again. Lucky even charmed the…read morejuggler!

Dirty and unkept. They take your money then disappear leaving you on your own. Go into the goat pen…read morethey all jump on you.

I love this stable!!!! No drama -great care for the boarded horses! They include water and daily…read morehay in the board fee. Nice location with riding arena, exercise round pen, and additional acreage. Rita, the owner makes everyone feel at home. And you can trust your horse is in good care even when you are away. The recent addition of Dot Graves riding school is even more reason to come here! Dot knows her stuff and gives fabulous riding lessons beginner and above. So happy my geldings are here. Thank you Rita! Your barn rocks !!!!

From the owner: We offer a drama free environment for the mature horse owner where you can enjoy your time with…read moreyour horse. Whether it in the round pen, arena or an outing at near by Seranova Trails both you and horse will love it. Over 30 years experience.

This isn't just a beach ride--it's a beautiful, ethical experience with rescue horses who truly…read morelove what they do. We had an absolutely incredible experience with C Ponies, and I can't recommend them enough--especially if you're looking for something unique, meaningful, and truly unforgettable. What makes this experience so special goes far beyond just "riding horses on the beach." These are rescue horses--many of them coming from difficult or neglectful situations--and C Ponies has created something really beautiful by giving them a second chance at life. You can feel how deeply loved and well cared for these horses are. They are healthy, happy, and genuinely seem to enjoy their work. One of the most fascinating parts was learning that the water is actually healing for them. Being in the ocean supports their joints and overall wellness, so this experience isn't just fun for us--it's beneficial for them, too. That alignment made the entire experience feel even more special and ethical. Our guide, Raina, was fantastic. She had the perfect mix of humor (yes, some delightfully corny jokes), warmth, and knowledge. More importantly, you could tell she truly loves these horses and what she does. She made everyone feel comfortable, safe, and engaged the entire time. Walking the horses into the water--and even getting to experience them swimming--was surreal. Each horse had its own personality, which made it even more fun. You could tell they were relaxed, confident, and happy to be there. It didn't feel forced or transactional--it felt like a partnership between humans and animals. Living in Sarasota, it also meant a lot to support a business that is doing such meaningful work in our own SW Florida community. C Ponies is not only creating unforgettable experiences, but they are actively rescuing, rehabilitating, and giving these horses a life filled with purpose and care. If you're on the fence--book it. It's one of those rare experiences that stays with you long after it's over.

Absolutely exceeded our expectations! Raina was an amazing guide, full of tons of information…read moreabout the bay, history of the ponies and nuances of each pony to better assist each rider. Would highly recommend! This is an experience you'll never forget. Thanks to Raina, Coral, Dori and Snooki.