DO NOT BOOK A PARTY OR ANYTHING THERE!!!!! I was there for a birthday party. It was a dump upon…read morepulling in. The pit holes in the driveway could swallow up a small car, the owners yard, full of stuff everywhere, nothing picked up. The person who booked the party for 50 people wasn't greeted, NOTHING was set in motion for a child's birthday party and the 20 friends they invited, plus parents and family. The manager had no idea a party was coming until 20 minutes prior to arrival. The place is filthy, the barn is a disaster. I feel sorry for the poor animals that live in that place considering the $$$ people drop in there for riding lessons, camp, parties etc. DO NOT GO HERE, you'll regret it!!!!! Too bad I have to give 1 star, they'd get NEGATIVE 5

I recently hosted my twin daughters' 5th birthday party at Autumn's Gate, and unfortunately, the…read moreexperience was incredibly disappointing--especially considering we paid several hundred dollars, even with a promotional rate. From the moment we arrived, not a single employee greeted us or provided any direction. In fact, another parent who happened to be there with her daughter was the only person who offered any assistance. I initially thought she worked there because she was the only person helping us. Thank goodness she was there, because without her, things would have gone even worse. The party was originally booked to be held outdoors, weather permitting. Since rain was in the forecast, I proactively contacted the owner beforehand to confirm there was a backup plan. On the day of the party, however, the weather turned out to be beautiful--sunny with some wind, but overall a gorgeous day. When we arrived, we were directed into a barn that was in very rough condition. The owners knew we were expecting approximately 50 guests, yet there was no way that many people could have comfortably fit in the space provided. Since no staff member was communicating with us, I called the owner myself and asked if we could move the party outdoors. She explained that the tent couldn't be set up due to high winds, which I completely understood. She then told us a staff member would walk us to the outdoor area so we could see the alternative setup. This was about 10 minutes before guests were scheduled to arrive. When we got outside, it was obvious the space had not been prepared. There were bicycles and miscellaneous items scattered around, no garbage cans, and three employees were hurriedly wiping down tables while guests were already arriving. It felt as though no one had planned for us to use the space at all, despite that being where we had originally booked the party. To make matters worse, one of the owners casually told us, "If you need anything, I'll be in the woods through that path," and disappeared. No one explained the schedule, the activities, or what to expect. There was supposed to be a tour included, and I had to track someone down to ask about it. We later learned that the owners didn't even inform staff about our party until midnight the night before. The employee assigned to lead the tour appeared understandably frustrated because she had only been told about it roughly 20 minutes before she was expected to conduct it. Thankfully, the kids still had fun, but as the host, I was embarrassed in front of my family and friends. The entire event felt disorganized, unprepared, and poorly managed. The property itself was also concerning. The potholes in the driveway were so severe that my brother's car nearly bottomed out. The grounds were overgrown with weeds, and there was junk scattered throughout the property. Given the cost of hosting events and riding lessons there, it raises the question of where that money is being invested, because it certainly does not appear to be going toward property maintenance or guest experience. To top it all off, after providing virtually no support throughout the event, the owner wanted another parent to take photos of the party for advertising purposes. That request felt incredibly inappropriate given the experience we had. Near the end of the party, one of the owners finally approached us and asked if we needed anything. By that point, we were already packed up and leaving. I booked this party nearly a month in advance and expected a professional, organized experience. Instead, I received the complete opposite. If you are considering booking a birthday party or event here, I would strongly encourage you to reconsider. The children may enjoy the animals and activities, but the lack of preparation, communication, customer service, and overall upkeep made this one of the most disappointing event experiences I've ever had. I cannot recommend Autumn's Gate, and I would not spend my money there again.

We had a large group of riders and the horses were so beautiful! There were chickens, friendly…read moredogs, a sweet cat,and peacocks flying around that were just gorgeous. Nice family farm-the kids had a great time

This is one review, where it deserves way more then 5 stars, this was the best decision for me to…read morecontinue, on my before " 40 " bucket list of things to do. Dolly, went above, and beyond and was kind enough to ensure the group waited for me to get there, as little did I know that there was a race happening in Ellicottville and traffic. Holly, and Debbie were the trail guides that instruced us on techniques with riding our horses. All the horses were well trained, opted for the one hour ride that was well worth it. The trail consisted of crossing the road, woods, going over a hill and the creek. My horse was " Chick", and had a blast on a beautiful fall day with great weather. Look forward to returning in the future, maybe ill be brave and do a winter horse ride.

Had a great trail ride today! Horses were sweet and the people running it were very nice!! Would…read morehighly recommend as the animals were very well taken care of!

From the owner: Family Friendly Horseback Riding. Trail Rides through 100…read moreacres of wooded countryside throughout the spring, summer, and fall. Lighted indoor arena. Safe, well trained horses for all levels of riding ability. Summer Day Camps. Lessons for adults and children/private-semiprivate Group activities for scouts, church groups, birthday parties, or other group events Open year year round for lessons and other indoor activities.

I have tried to reach out to them multiple times regarding leasing a horse and have had ZERO…read moreresponse. Don't waste your time.

Last year I started bringing my 6year old son and I for riding lessons and we absolutely fell in…read morelove with the ranch and the trainer. Megan is the most down to earth woman you'll ever meet. She created a family atmosphere that made us feel welcome from our first lesson. She taught us from the ground up, gaining confidence and respect from the horses. We would recommend everyone to try her natural Horsemanship approach. I've personally watched her train horses with behavioral issues and teach them manners and respect for people. She also specializes in gaited horses which is pretty remarkable to see them achieve their natural gait consistently. We ended up buying our first horse from Megan and it's been an absolutely pleasure.

For $80+ hst, they teach you how to steer your horse and then you have the horse hike along a path…read morethat is mostly tree covered with bushes and grass to the side. The horses essentially follow each other. You get to hold the reins and play cowboy for about 35 mins. Overall it's a ride on a horse along a path, not much else. If you are scared of horses or just want the experience i'd say try it out but tbh there is sooooo much more you can do with $80 with an hour imo.

Beautiful place for weddings and live catch, butcher, and BBQ…read more Everyone should try it once. Bring lots of towels. It was my only regret. Good part: lots off beef Bad part: my dry cleaning bill was crazy

I'm in love with this stable! I've been trail riding all over for years and Painted Bar Stables…read morewins the Blue Ribbon! Here's why: Erika, the owner, takes the time to learn about each prospective rider before you come so she can pair you with the perfect horse. So be sure and take the time to let them know in the online questionnaire how you are with horses and riding. I'm a confident rider and got a great horse for me where my husband isn't as confident rider and he was paired with a sweet easy going horse, Faye. Actually all the horses are sweet and wonderful. We did a one hour trail ride. The trail was fun - not too challenging and we even got to stop by a beautiful creek so the horses could take a drink. It's absolutely magical & no better way to see the beauty of this region. Now the horses: They are all beautiful, very healthy and thus happy. You can get to know them on the Painted Bar Stables website! Many are rescued and have been revitalized by being in this wonderful place. I can't wait to return.

This was absolutely one of the best things we did on our trip to the Finger Lakes…read more Our tour guide was amazing, kind, and I loved learning about the horses. She had a wealth of knowledge and several degrees in horses related fields. We went on a one hour trail ride and now knowing what I know, I would definitely have upgraded to the 1.5-hour trail ride. It was such a fun experience! I hadn't been on a horse in years and had only ridden a horse maybe three times in my life, so you don't have to be a knowledgeable rider by any means. The horses were so gentle and already knew the route they were taking. If I lived closer, I would have loved to sign up for classes here. I highly recommend this is a great activity to anyone traveling this way. We loved it.

What a beautiful ranch in celadon with a very friendly ownership. They ranch is big and beautiful…read more The horses love to get some cuddles . And you can go for a horseback riding or get trained in it. The site is well managed and organized, pretty clean and spacious. Totally visit there if not for riding business but for photography

I took my 2 grandsons here for a fun exciting adventure. The office staff was awesome. The two…read moregirls who took us on the private trail ride were excellent. They were very aware of safety requirements ensuring everyone had a safe and happy day out. The horses were healthy and very calm. Worth every penny. We will do this again. The ranch is large and very beautiful.

Beautiful farm! Excellent boarding facilities and training. Top notch horse care.read more