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.

DO NOT PAY FOR THIS SCAM…read more We payed over $300 for horse rides on the beach and drove all the out to Florida from MISSOURI and when we showed up for our rides there was no one in sight. We called and emailed the owner multiple times on the day and weeks beforehand to confirm our reservation and no one answered. The voicemail box was full so we couldn't leave a message and no one returned our email. This is the worst experience I have ever had with an business. Save yourself time and losing out on hundreds of dollars but ignoring this pla

Great time!!! Worth every dollar and more! Girlfriend saw the horses on the beach. We had to…read morewait a year to actually go riding. Awesome!

We live in Boston Massachusetts but decided to get married down here as my husband is from…read moreSarasota. Not living in the area, Baker's Ranch made the entire process incredibly easy and stress free. Having a team to email and ask any questions that popped into my head for an entire year was incredible. We had Missy as our day of coordinator Read more about We live in Boston Massachusetts butand leading up to the wedding. She's exactly who you want for a coordinator. Her advice and support was indispensable and I was at ease the entire wedding day knowing I had her there to help. All the vendors we got through Bakers Ranch were also amazing (shout out to DJ Rafael Santiago through Grant Hemond, Blue Water Catering and Tampa Bay Cakes!) We had such an amazing wedding and I don't think we would have had such a successful and relatively stress free wedding had we gone anywhere else. Our guests all had so much fun which was also very important to us. Thank you so much to everyone at Bakers Ranch and especially Missy for making our wedding so special and memorable!!

Wow, not too late to do the right thing and be a human instead of a money, hungry scumbag…read more FYI, if you die after signing a contract with these folks only 22 days later, they won't refund your family and your fiancé in fact they'll have the audacity to tell you they're being nice by letting you off the hook for the rest of the $20,000 bill for the venue you will never use. Absolutely disgusting behavior and I hope you learn a lesson and maybe behave like a human being next time something tragic happens to a family.

This place is one of the best Farmers Markets that I have been to. It was voted best farmers…read moremarket of 2026 in America. A lot of incredible vendors, hard working people, friendly people, passionate people, great connections and great memories. The key is to get there early for parking is limited. I love the fresh pita bread and hummus options from Friends LLC. The Pickle Patch has some of the best pickled carrots, pickled okra, dill pickles. Swanson Soapworks has some of the best body scrubs, solid shampoo and soaps. Come Under the Yum Tree has some of the best produce. I bought some incredible oranges, lemons, limes, plums, cucumbers. They have samples of certain fruits of melons and citrus fruits.

About 3.5 stars. Parking is below demand. There are many come to here and circular the parking lot…read morefor some time. Seems like very popular. The vendors fill the two side of the street with L shaped streets. The visit may take 40 minutes to complete. Either the stuff is local make and create. Overall vendor do include bakery, food, farmer vegetables, art, cloth, drink, dog goods, and more. I feel like the food vendor is very close to sit down restaurant price. It is a bit expensive. Even for microwave food that sold here.

Wonderful breakfast spot. Owner, Karen, is top notch…read more Server, Abby, was efficient and very friendly. Food was delicious. I had the Belgian waffles and sausage patties. The place has a welcoming, homey atmosphere. We enjoyed the experience and would definitely come back.

Food tastes great. Environment was great…read more Decor was fitting and super cute. Bathrooms were very clean - included a changing table, extra toilet paper, smelled clean and even had a purse hook! Server Abby was super sweet and helpful We tried the birthday pancake but it was pretty dry. The cinnamon swirl was a party in your mouth! Holy Sugar haha! We'll have to come back to try lunch next.

THE ONLY ORGANIC FARM I have FOUND ,THUS FAR, ON South west coast of Florida. I'm so lucky as…read moreit's close to my home. They also offer an inside deli sandwiches using their organic vegetables. The farm gardens are accessible for viewing. An ambiance we particularly enjoyed. A great place for all and the planet. Thank you, Gamble Creek Farms.

From fresh produce and quality meats to an impressive wine selection, this place is a total hidden…read moregem. As a microgreens enthusiast, I'm happy with the variety they carry--it's far better than what you'll find at a standard chain. If you're looking for a curated alternative to the big-box grocery stores, this is it!

We held our rehearsal dinner at the Riverhouse for my son and daughter-in-law's wedding the next…read moreday. About 30 guests were in attendance. We chose this venue because of it's location in proximity to the wedding (Baker's Ranch), the price, the menu, and mostly because of the room itself and the views of the sunset over the Manatee River. When we first met with Cindi many months ago, she already knew the time of sunset on March 9. That speaks for itself. We set the end of cocktail hour to coincide with that time, and worked everything backwards from there for the rehearsal. The sun cooperated on the day of the event and everything was magical. We choose an open bar, appetizers, and a menu of about five entrees. The food was all very good, but I wouldn't call it excellent. The mahi-mahi was a tad too done. The brisket was close to excellent. I didn't have the island tacos, but heard they were a hit. The coconut shrimp was perfect. So a mix. Appetizers were generous. We selected "premium level" beer and wine and liquor for the bar. Mostly I was happy with that choice - good beer and liquor, except I felt that the Chardonnay options brought it down a notch. We asked for a slightly better Chardonnay, and the best we could get was still not so great. Wine lovers need a little more value in an event like this, and a better white would help to improve the overall value of the premium selection. The venue and the staff are the reason the rating is high. Cindi was very helpful and accommodating from the time we first met in the fall, but really showed her professionalism on the night of the event. She and her team were friendly and helpful, paying attention to detail and flexible in meeting our needs. Big kudos to the staff!

Absolutely amazing. Working with the Riverhouse was like a dream come true for my out of town…read morewedding. I had so little time and flexibility, but Cindi and the team at the Riverhouse consistently went above and beyond to make everything so easy and perfect with me. I cannot imagine what my wedding would have been like without them. They are FANTASTIC and I whole-heartedly recommend this venue to all my friends and family. The venue is beautiful, food is delicious, and the people are amazing.

My friend insisted that I try the lobster roll at Lobster Pound Seafood Market, so of course we had…read moreto go! I ordered mine Connecticut-style, and I have to say... it was DELICIOUS. I'm normally not the biggest lobster fan because sometimes it can be a little chewy or just feel like way too much meat, but this one was different. The lobster was so tender and practically melt-in-your-mouth, and the bread was just as good. Everything came together perfectly! It's a little pricey, but I will say it's pretty filling. They also have a nice variety on the menu, so there's something for everyone, especially if you're a seafood enthusiast. 10 out of 10 would recommend! But don't just take my word for it... go try it out for yourself! You

Everything was really good. The lobster roll was fresh and the butter was not overwhelming…read more The fried fish was perfectly breaded with a tasty tartar sauce. Staff was very nice and informative. We will be back.