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.

Ann Maria was an absolute treasure. Her love for her horses is apparent in the east she talks about…read moreeach one. We took my elderly Mother to her farm and she treated us to a complete tour. Our mother was over the moon as it brought her back to the days of when she was a young girl tending to horses on another farm in the area. Thank you Ann Marie!!!! 5+ stars!!!!!

Went horseback riding this afternoon with friends on their trail and had a great time! Beautiful…read moreviews of Holland/Colden area too!

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.

Overall an incredible experience. We got to ride the beautiful horses "Star" & "Duncan", whom Dyna…read morematched with our personalities perfectly. Dyna was very helpful with instructions and even took photos for us! Will be back again!!

If is soo fun and the experience was so worth it for the price that I paid I think I had a really…read moregood time

I truly think that having a pet and playing sports are two of the best ways for children to learn…read morehow to be responsible, sociable, confident adults. As an animal-lover and avid yogi and runner, I try to impart this message and my belief, especially to young girls who I see struggling with body and self-esteem issues. That's why I decided to volunteer at Lothlorien Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc. Lothlorien helps people of all ages "with cognitive, physical, emotional, and learning disabilities" gain confidence and happiness by providing them with the opportunity to do a sport and experience the friendship of an animal through horseback riding. I love Lothlorien's mission: "Changing lives one hoofbeat at a time." (I also love their two barn cats, JRR and Tolkien!) Lothlorien's riders range from children and teens to adults and war vets, all of whom benefit from the physical and emotional therapy that horseback riding provides. As a volunteer I literally see the changes that horseback riding makes in the riders: they sit a little taller, speak a little louder, and, most importantly, they smile, laugh, and have fun. By participating in Equine Assisted Activities, riders learn not just horsemanship but also self-esteem, social skills, and self-sufficiency. Lessons here are a social experience: there is the rider, the leader, and the sidewalker, as well as the NARHA-registered riding instructors who oversee each lesson. Becoming in tune with the horse gives riders a sense of accomplishment that they take with them beyond the lesson, empowering them to do more in their daily lives. You sit on top of the world when you're on top of a horse, such a beautiful, powerful creature, yet so gentle: the obedience, loyalty, and love of the animal really do have the power to decrease a person's anxiety and help her open up to possibility. The environment that the horses, the instructors, and the volunteers create encourages riders to focus on their abilities, all the things they can do and accomplish, rather than their disabilities, their fears, or their insecurities. Lothlorien offers seven 4-week class sessions from March to November each year. Each lesson lasts about 60 minutes--about 45 minutes of riding with 15 minutes of mounting/dismounting instruction. The government does not fund Lothlorien; rather, LTRC relies upon donations and fund-raising efforts to support its mission and vision, which includes a tuition assistance program and a shelter for the outdoor arena. If you know someone who could benefit from a class session, I would suggest calling and arranging the first lesson. Everyone there is amazing, so friendly and encouraging, and just seeing riders gain confidence as they learn to take control of the reins and tune into their horses is therapy in itself.

I can't recommend a nicer facility in the area. The indoor is amazing. It's a great size, regularly…read moredragged, and has beautiful natural light and a nice breeze and if you use the lights, incredibly well lit. There are wooded trails as well as fields and a service road to drive or ride down that are truly beautiful and really make you happy that you have a horse to share the experience with. There is also an outdoor ring a short little ride away from the barn that is also regularly dragged and has great footing for driving or riding. The barn itself is always immaculate, I have a really hard time even reading the other reviews because I've been here for almost 2 years and it has honestly been the nicest barn I've ever been in and I used to attend one of the most well-known equestrian colleges in New York State and the level of cleanliness and care that Debbie and Greg work towards for their own place equals that. They treat me and my horse incredibly well. He is a mini and they accommodated him greatly when we first arrived by adding to their fencing and building him a door that he can see out of, and regularly ask if I am happy with his weight as they are knowledgeable enough to know that these guys can have weight issues pretty easily. They are quick to answer any questions and always make sure to greet with a smile. I always feel welcome here. I feel like they truly care about my horse and I deeply appreciate that. The stalls always have fresh shavings, clean buckets, and are cleaned regularly. The barn aisle is always clean, the wash stall is always ready to be used, with a well lit overhead light, water, and vacuum ready, and the tack room is always welcoming and tidy. The stalls are 12x12 so they are actually nice for larger horses and pretty graciously sized for ponies, and is practically a condo for my mini. It is quiet and enjoyable for me because a lot of places don't know how to handle a mini, let alone a mini that drives -- so I also have to mention that it is incredibly easy to store my cart there and they also have very handy lockers to put other equipment in. I really can't say enough about this place as it is really a place I wish I could have as my own and I've never had to worry about my horse, I always know he's in good hands.

I like this stable very much. The owners are kind and very easy to work with. The care of the…read morehorses is fantastic. Good turn out, excellent barn and stalls. The facility is wonderful. They have lots of nice trails that are kept mowed and clear.The arena is great and is dragged twice a week. There is plenty of parking. They are very attentive to the needs of each horse and boarder. Horses always have plenty of water available. I highly recommend Northland.

I really enjoy Brookfield. They have a wonderful facility and staff that is extremely attentive to…read morethe needs of riders and their borders. Everyone there seems very friendly and helpful. The owner is fantastic and up on everything that goes on at the farm, very involved and approachable. The instructors are great and there is someone for every level, whether you just want to ride for fun or progress up the levels to compete. The indoor arena is huge and the footing is like you are riding on a cushion. The outdoor is just as nice. The pastures are huge for what is to be expected in the area and always have grass. All the horses are well cared for. The lesson horses are awesome! You can learn something different from each one... Merlin being my personal favorite :) I would definitely recommend Brookfield to anyone looking to board their horse or take lessons.

I used to feel like I had lots of money... I feeled rich. Now I'm more broke feeling. I've…read moreBroke-feeled for a long time, long before I ever visited this stable which is right by my house. I drive past this farm a couple of times a week. It's absolutely beautiful, and so are the horses that roam the fields here. I've only been on to the facility a couple of times, but everyone was friendly and it was a five-star facility all the way. Their employees are wonderful, their facilities are top notch, their horses are beautiful, and Steven Spielberg himself has several ponies here. Okay I can't back up the Spielberg claim, but that's how magical this place is. I could not recommend it more highly to anyone with horses that need a home.

Erin gives my daughter lessons and it's going great. She gives consistent feedback throughout the…read morewhole duration of the lesson, helping my daughter form good habits. She keeps everything very positive and encouraging, & my (sensitive 11yo) daughter really loves going and looks forward to every session.

The two week anticipation of my first riding lesson in over 20 years made me wake up 1/2 hr before…read moremy alarm this morning. I rolled my boyfriend out of bed like an excited little girl and we made our 40 minute drive to the facility all for them to tell me that I wouldn't be riding today due to the instructor being ill, but if I put a mask on I could walk around the barn. Just swell. I have not received a call back to reschedule or apologize.

The owner loves what she does, the barn is always kept clean, the horses are not just let out and…read morefed but truly cared for. The pastures are gorgeous, the stalls are roomy, the tack room is cute, the indoor is to die for it's large with good light and always immaculate (although sometimes the footing leaves a little to be desired depending on when it was last dragged), and the wash stall has hot and cold water. The water troughs in the field are always clean and full. The owner is flexible and turns out daily but will modify based on different horses needs. For the quality of care, the price is a steal.

Obviously, Lousy V. doesn't know jack about Happy Herd Stables, and/or they don't know that what…read morethey've written is criminally libel. That being said, let me tell everyone what Happy Herd Stables is really like. It is the cleanest stable you would ever want to have. I brought my two horses here the end of June, and my horses are thriving. Like I said, the stalls are CLEAN, their water buckets and troughs are CLEAN, and their paddocks are GREAT!!! The stalls are roomy 12ft x 12ft, with deep, fluffy pine shavings. I no longer have to worry about the condition that my horses are in...they are in the best physical condition since I've had them here, and what's more, they are in the best emotional/mental state they've ever been in. I can honestly say that every boarder here would give the same testimony. Karen Day works very hard to keep her stable clean, and she has great relationships with all of the boarders and their horses!! J.Lynn Missler East Bethany, NY