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    The Shady Oaks Farm

    5.0 (12 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

    By appointment only

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    Cristina E.

    I had a wonderful experience hosting my daughter's birthday party at Shady Oaks Farm. From beginning to end, Chelsea was friendly and very responsive. She was able to book us last minute for a Paint a Pony birthday party. The day of was seamless. Chelsea was extremely helpful and even assisted with the decorating. The barn is spacious and clean, you have a small bathroom in there as well. She set me up with two tables for guests, a food table, and a gift table. The party itself was a blast, Chelsea was great with the kids. The birthday girl and her friends brushed, painted, and bathed Princess Priscilla. They were absolutely in love, as were all the parents. It was a memorable experience for everyone. I highly recommend booking with Shady Oaks if you are looking for a unique event venue.

    Kabrina K.

    we had such a blast here she kept the party moving the entire time the kids had a blast painting the ponies very cute set up under a covered barn owner is very sweet! all around amazing party!!

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    Definitely would recommend visiting Shady Oaks Farm for some baby goat kisses. I shopped around and was super excited to find this location, which was best priced as well As being in a good central location. Chelsea was super sweet and let us play with the goats while giving us the low down on everything you need to know about goats. They also have horse tours, goat yoga and sell sweet selling lotions and soaps.

    Painted our own post card on the most incredible of canvasses
    Amanda C.

    An absolute dream come true! I've always wanted to get hands on experience with horses. Having grown up nowhere near a farm, I've been intrigued by horses for seemingly forever, and getting to paint and bathe Iris, a beautiful freckled-faced mare at Shady Oaks farm was something I will never forget. Thank you, Chelsea, for sharing your knowledge and beautiful animals.

    Jonathon N.

    This was an absolutely thrilling g experience. My kids (9 and 5) had never experienced a horse before. I had been looking for a place to introduce the kiddos to horses in a safe manner. This ticked all the boxes. The owner was absolutely wonderful with kids and gentle with instructing them how to meet a horse in a safe manner. To quote my daughter "Best day ever." Thank you so much.

    I visited to do the painting of the horse experience and had such a memorable time. I am not an artist at all, but certainly felt like one!!! The animals are cared for, Chelsea and Devan are passionate about what they do, and their knowledge is evident of all animals. It was great meeting them; they were both personable and I will recommend this to everyone! My art represents my home, Arizona This is a unique experience that you won't find anywhere else. Book it!!!!

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    Ask the Community - The Shady Oaks Farm

    Do u have to book A tour to visit? I have a toddler too young

    Hello! Sorry for the delayed response! Yes you will need to book a time to come visit our farm. And we love toddlers and kids of all ages. We work hard to accommodate all guests big and small! Please let us know if you have any additional questions!

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