Beautiful location, staff was very friendly and made everything so much more enjoyable to stay. I…read morecan't wait to go back.

Incredibly peaceful and affordable place to come and visit…read more For literally 23 years my family went to this ranch until it was sold to the current owners. We missed it so much that we decided to come back and visit, and we were not disappointed! There have been a few much needed changes and we couldn't be happier with how it turned out. I created a video that should show you just a taste of what it's like to visit. Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpJCNIGGHb8

This was such a wonderful horseback riding experience. My friend and I loved every moment of our…read moreride.

So much fun! Went on the beach ride near our Airbnb. Feel comfortable with my 10-year-old going on…read morehorses for the first time, they did great. The ride was beautiful, even though it was a little bit overcast and foggy. A very special and fun memory for our family. We still talk about Buddy, Rock, Pepper & Tank!!

Awesome experience for eight year old girls and their Dads some of whom have never ridden before,…read morethank you!

I waited until I had another experience with a riding stable before writing this review because I…read morewanted to be sure that my experience here was not good. I have never been on a horse before this experience and have a lot of anxiety with trying new and potentially dangerous activities. I shared this with the woman who was our guide for the tour because I figured that would let her know how to interact with me as I'm trying this new thing. However, the guide was not helpful or empathetic in literally any way and when I was nervous because the horse was not following my direction (after confirming I was doing it right) she just told me "yeah they don't listen in the arena"...okay, well if the horse can't follow my direction in the arena how am I supposed to feel safe to take him on a two hour cliffside ride? Absolutely not. I ended up having a panic attack after many more attempts to direct him with no success. At that point I decided not to go on the ride because I know horses are incredibly emotionally intelligent and I did not know how my stress would impact him. In addition to not feeling safe and not feeling like my guide knew how to handle that situation. After talking to the woman who was working that day I requested a full or partial refund if possible and the owner called me and was wildly condescending. She made sure to drill it in that this experience was my fault and everyone else does just fine! So even though I knew that wasn't accurate, I let it go because the refund wasn't that important to me. Yesterday I went on another attempt to ride a horse and again I was scared. I told the guide that I've never done this and I was nervous and she was incredibly helpful and made sure I was comfortable with the horse before we left the arena even though we were on a public group ride. Something that this ranch's staff couldn't manage on a private two hour ride. So for me, the service was an easy 0. However, the location was beautiful and the lunch was decent. Wine was not for me and the gal working couldn't tell me a single thing about any of the wines. Edit: After reading the atrocious response from the business I've decided this place couldn't possibly deserve a two star rating. I wish zero stars and a PSA was an option! I would like to clarify that the ignorance from the business owners is shown clearly in that they are pretending I had ruined an experience for a group of "all other riders" when the entire group was my girlfriend (who had no problem "sitting through it") and I. I also felt I stated clearly in my review that the refund was not a major concern of mine. I don't need the money, I just don't appreciate the way these people treat customers that don't have a stellar experience. Truly disgusting. Your horse did not listen, your horse absolutely did not stay still in the arena, and your guide assured me I was following instructions and navigating just as she showed me. Your guide also stated that horses don't listen until they're on the trail (which is a ridiculous statement and shoes that you do not have control of them. But again, no shade to the horses. They're beautiful and they're animals and I respect them far more than any of the staff at this point) Additionally, the wine was awful and your staff doesn't even know how to describe or recommend a single wine on the shelf. Thank you for further affirming my negative experience and showing even more unprofessional behavior! After reading other reviews and their responses to anyone who didn't leave 4/5 stars...I'm not surprised at the awful customer service!

FarmCamp is an absolute gem! The property is beautiful, with a large creek, a sandy beach, and…read moreplenty of space to relax and enjoy nature. The grounds and facilities were spotless, and everything was very well maintained. We stayed in one of the RVs, and it was comfortable, clean, and equipped with all the amenities we needed for a great stay. The pool and hot tub were fantastic, and there were always plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained. The food was delicious, prices were very reasonable, and the entire campground was welcoming and inclusive. We also loved that it's dog-friendly, so our pups got to enjoy the vacation too! If you're looking for an LGBTQ+ campground with a fun atmosphere, beautiful surroundings, and excellent value, FarmCamp is the perfect destination. We can't wait to come back!

I found my home here at farm camp. AS long as your kid doesn't mind a little dirt or poop, this is…read morea perfect home away from home.

This was my first time horseback riding, and it was my birthday. They were friendly and extremely…read morehelpful and made me seem like I was a pro with their teaching. Highly recommend this establishment for anyone, especially beginners looking to experience horseback riding. If I'm ever in the area, definitely gonna try again.

We took the one hour beach ride and it was great. The horses were well behaved - absolutely no…read moreproblems. The guide, Azalea, was friendly & patient. The 5 of us were all horse people during our lives ranging from 10 years ago to a few days ago. Azalea was nice and didn't laugh at our old bones climbing up on the horses. I had Walter and he was a good boy. The gentleman that I spoke with on the phone, Russ, before making our reservation was understanding with my questions ie. "I'm old, do you have a mounting block?" I would go to Ricochet Ranch again, for a longer ride next time. Highly recommended!

Cloverleaf Ranch is a magical place! Our nine-year-old just returned from his second year of…read moresleep-away camp (He attended the day camp when he was younger.) and he has so many positive things to say. The counselors were fun and supportive. The activities were engaging. Thomas loved the food. This year he encouraged a friend from school to join him. That boy had a great time, and they both made new friends too. Thomas came back with greater confidence and displaying more independence too. We can't wait to get back the pictures he took with his disposable camera! What I love best, besides hearing the stories about him getting up early to care for the horses that he once found intimidating, was the call we received from Dawn mid-week. We weren't worried. We've had great experiences at Cloverleaf. We know the ratios of campers to counselors allows for attentive care. Still, the mid-week phone call telling us how his week was going just reinforced how much the staff really cares. For this reason, Cloverleaf will continue to be a Cremidis family tradition for many years to come. Next year, little brother will be old enough for residential camp and he's already making plans for how he'll spend his time.

I feel like parents should know the teen leaders they employ are from some summer study abroad…read more program and are boys sent here from other countries (New Zealand, Australia, etc.) and they aren't allowed to disclose their names (my daughter's camp leader was named "Cobra"). I didn't feel comfortable with this arrangement and am glad I didn't sign my daughter up for sleep-away camp. She enjoyed the day camp but the staff seemed more concerned with protecting themselves rather than allowing parents to protect their children. I was expecting some nice local horse riding girls to mentor her and instead had to leave her with boys who wouldn't tell me their names. She won't be back.

This is what small independent stores are all about! The owner is extremely welcoming and helpful…read more I tried a saddle for a couple of days and it ended up not fitting my horse. I brought it back during the trial period and complained how hard it has been to find a saddle to fit my horse. After I left she called and told me of a few websites that give really good pointers on saddle fitting. Would highly recommend buying anything horsey from The Black Horse.

This is a really great little Mom and Pop store. My granddaughter loves to ride horses and I don't…read moreknow a lot about them, but the staff there was so helpful! They recommended some items to keep her safe while riding, yet still look cute, just what every girl wants!!

I loved coming here for our new years trip. Many things to do short distance walk to the beach. We…read moresaw deer in the middle of the night. Spacious and cozy. Can't wait to go back.

From the owner: Vacation Cottage is Mendocino's premier property ten feet away MacKerricher State Park Ten Mile…read moreBeach Trail from Laguna Point to Ten Mile River is about a 10 miles hike round trip. Sandy Clove cottage just north of the Fort Bragg city limits to Ten Mile River. This home offers the walker a chance to explore headlands and wetlands, sand dunes, forest and meadowland. There is hiking and sight seeing, and horseback riding.

My son and niece had the best week last week at A-1 Horse Programs at Owen Ranch in Middletown…read more Helen, the ranch owner, and the instructor knew what each kid needed to be successful in their horsemanship journey, whether it was confidence, courage, encouragement, discipline, etc, she was there to provide what each kid needed to succeed. I was so impressed with her innate ability to understand the needs of the kids and provide what was needed at the moment to get the best results. It was really hot while we were there, like triple digits hot! The kids were hot and tired after each day, but they were still excited about camp and eager to go back each morning. Helen and her assistant Sam were good about keeping an eye on the kids and cooling them down frequently with a hose down, which the kids loved, lol. The kids also absolutely adored their horses. Both horses were very sweet and gentle. The kids loved rewarding their horses at the end of each day with an apple. From day one the kids were hands-on learning how to properly care for their horse and prepare it for a ride. On the very first day they learned how to securely tie it to a post when not being ridden and not in a pen, they learned how to harness and lead their horse out of the pen, they learned how to brush their horse before saddling, they learned how to bridle and saddle their horses. They learned how to walk their horses to warm them up before a ride, they learned how to properly hose a hot horse down to cool it down after a ride in hot temps. They did all that and still had some arena time so that they were also able to learn how to properly control their horse. Day 2 they did all their horse prep and care then had some arena time to strengthen riding skills and then they were off for a trail ride that was about an hour long. The rest of the week was about the same with the kids in the saddle a good 2 hours each day. On the 4th day they learned how to wash the horses and the last day was dedicated to a show the kids put on for the parents to show how well they had learned to direct their horses. On his first day my son was slouching in his saddle and saying he couldn't do a lot of what was asked of him. By mid-week his riding posture was greatly improved and Helen had him saying "I can, instead of I can't" She told him if he could control a 1000 lb horse at just 7 years old, he could do anything! I hope he remembers that forever! He was even excited to carry his horse's rather heavy saddle by himself by the end of the week because he knew he could do anything. Thank you Helen for the best week we had all summer, we will be back.

This place exceeded our expectations! Our non-equestrian family had an amazing time at the ranch…read more Helen was a patient, well versed trainer. She welcomed us to play with the goats while she saddled the horses. She matched us perfectly with the horses, from my 6'4" husband, my 60+ yr old mother, and my elementary age children. She was great with instruction and safety, and the trail ride, which included a walk through the running water was an hour perfectly spent. She even took photos that she shared with us at the end of the experience. Incredible customer service. Absolutely worth every penny!

Truly the best all around boarding and training center in Lake County. Gorgeous. First of all,…read morethe owners truly care about all the horses in their care. Excellent hay quality, water is kept clean for the horses, and all stalls and paddocks ample & kept clean. Very low incidence of equine colic. All fencing is kept maintained and in good condition. No broken down fencing anywhere, no barbed wire. Lovely trails and meadows to explore with your horse. The arena is Olympic in size and some of the best quality footing in the world. The owners really DO care about their facility and the care of the horses. Also, they have regular educational clinics in dressage, general horsemanship, cowboy dressage and etc. They encourage learning and are most supportive of their clientele. Worth it!