I recently spent 6 months in the area and took lessons with Maaike - she was absolutely incredible!…read moreFrom the very first lesson, I felt welcomed and supported. Maaike is not only super friendly but also incredibly knowledgeable, with a deep passion for horses and helping riders of all levels improve at the pace and style of learning that is right for them. As someone who had taken lessons as a child but not ridden in 20+ years, I was matched with her lesson horses, which were the sweetest, most patient horses you could imagine. The bar is now very high for the future horses in my life! Her style of teaching, way she explains things, and how she structures the lessons is awesome. I gained so much more confidence in the saddle and reaffirmed my love of riding. I looked forward to being challenged every lesson and having those breakthrough moments of conquering something new. Safety is obviously top priority with riding, and I always felt completely at ease in Maaike's care. She has an incredible ability to read each horse's temperament and energy, and if she ever sensed that one might be having an off morning, she'd quickly adjust to make sure you were set up for a great ride. Watching her work with more experienced riders on their own horses, it's clear that her expertise is respected by everyone at the barn, and her clients and their families adore her. The barn itself is beautiful and well-kept, and the community of riders there is warm and welcoming. It's a place where people genuinely love their horses and the time they spend with them. Since moving away, I honestly miss my rides with Maaike so much, and I'm looking forward to visiting again in the future. I honestly can't recommend her enough!

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Maaike. My daughter has been training with her for a…read morefew years and has grown immensely in both confidence and horsemanship. She now rides Western, English, and is even jumping courses. Maaike is consistently positive and encouraging, with a deep understanding of new riders. She ensures that each rider progresses at their own pace, making the entire experience enjoyable and supportive.

Heaven on earth! Great place, great people !…read more Good venue for weddings. The views are breathtaking

We had such a beautiful wedding here back in August 2024. We stayed for the whole weekend there…read morewith our wedding party and everyone loved it! The guests adored the venue and we couldn't be happier! Thank you for making our wedding so memorable!

Had my horse boarded for a total of 2 months with Ranae and Brent Parker. The owner of the ranch is…read morenever home and hides when you knock on her door. Never returns your calls. Never responds to your messages (I have written her letters in hopes to get her attention as well) until the end of the month when it's time to pay her. Jesus, the guy that is supposed to feed and clean them, doesn't return calls neither. He told us to sneakingly bathe her in the afternoons when they aren't there because the owner gets mad when you use her well water to bath the horse more than once a month. I paid extra to have her shavings changed every day. Which did not happen, not even once a week. The other horses boarded are in horrible conditions, so much that they are sick. There is soaking pee, and poop everywhere. They are never fed. As they stated they would at 8 am and 4 pm. Furthermore, they ride your horse without your permission and hurt them (I parked from a distance and saw). My horse has a shattered left knee that needed immediate attention from being hit by them. She has deep cuts from her back going around her stomach and legs. When I brought this to the attention of the owner she said the horse did that to herself (even though she is never there to see Jesus does not do his job and hurts the animals) to avoid having the city called to her facility and get her license revoked. The vet has stated in the report someone indeed hurt the animal, they weren't self-inflected wounds. From the deep cuts in her back, stomach, legs and broken knee. I have removed my horse from this horrible facility since then. I will be posting pictures and get reports for your reference. Please avoid this ranch at all costs and pay the extra $100 to have your horse very well-cared for elsewhere.

From the owner: Located in the heart of Tassajara Valley for over 50 Years. Owner operated full care horse…read moreboarding and training facility. Now Taking New Boarders/Clients. Rates range from $280-$410. Over 70 large covered stalls. Year around covered arena, turnouts, round pen, wash rack and trailer spaces. Vet nearby, clinics held twice a year. Regular farrier service available. Trainers available for lessons.

Joe and Danielle are terrific! The barn is beautiful and the instruction is top notch. Joe and…read moreDanielle know what they're doing and they are patient and fun to be around. My ten year old daughter and i ride together and they manage to make things challenging for both of us. This is one of the only barns we found that has reasonably priced lessons on awesome school horses and they don't require or push you to purchase a horse. We are addicted to riding now!

Sandhu is a beautiful and functional boarding and training facility. Aman is a terrific owner who…read moreis always making improvements and bettering the facility. Highly recommend

There are plenty of options to ride at the stables, even if you don't have a trailer. The crew is…read morereally accommodating to everyone and the owner is fantastic..

Besides being the real deal, the only western barn around. They have a fabulous groomer, who will…read moretravel in the bay area. She's not a show barn groomer, but if you want your horse to be clean, conditioned, trimmed, braided and happy from head to tail, Then she the right person!

I boarded my two horses here for a year and only left because I was moving. Maureen and Joe are…read moreamazing people who take incredible care of the horses. They saved my mare when she was colicing and have gone above and beyond to support myself and my horses.

Just a short drive off of North Livermore Ave. I've been boarding my horse here for about a year…read moreand couldn't imagine being anywhere else. Joe and Maureen do this simply because they love it. They are so kind and helpful, as is everyone else that boards here. It's quiet and peaceful and is just a short distance from Morgan Territory Regional Preserve which has so many great trails! Maureen is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the area and I always have a great time trail riding with her. If you are looking for a relaxing place to board and ride, and want someone who truly cares about the well-being of your horse, this is the place to be!

When I first saw Five Star, I told my husband it was like a posh boarding school. But, there is no…read morepretentiousness about the people at Five Star. They are down to earth and really care about making the barn like a home away from home for the horses and people who ride there. My horse is well taken care of -- if only she realized how good she has it!

Beautiful facility that's very well maintained. Recent change in ownership has come with some…read moregreat improvements. I highly recommend this barn for students, horses and family. Horses are very well kept and it has everything you could wish for your riding needs!

What a beautiful place! Horses were so happy and enjoying their space...and food..maybe they just…read morefed, but they were more interested in me than their food...well run place!

I have to say a hearty 'thanks' to the Sherman Ranch family who hosted a 'baby shower' for the…read morehorse community this Memorial Day weekend! Such beautiful mares and foals, each lovingly described and gently paraded in a grassy area. They put on a great barbecue and had music and riding exhibitions as well. A very generous act to engage those of us involved with and loving horses!

Words cannot describe how amazing Julie is as a riding instructor. Her teaching style is tailored…read moreto each rider; there's no set deadline or timing. That's what I loved most about her program-- she truly personalizes her lessons to fit your progress. One of her best skills is that she is acutely in tune with your form, comfort level, and confidence. She is so good at understanding how the human body interacts with the horse so when you're learning the fundamentals, you're learning it from an almost anatomical perspective. I originally started out at a different equestrian center but the instructor there made me feel anxious and unsure every time. I carried a lot of that over to Julie's lessons where I had to unlearn a lot of bad habits. In my almost year of riding under her guidance, I've learned proper techniques and gained back my confidence. Julie has the innate ability to make you feel safe and secure when riding. I love that she teaches to build confidence so you can master the technical skills. If you are ever thinking about horseback riding but scared to try it, get a lesson with Julie. An instructor like her is one of a kind.

I've been a client of Julie's for over 7 years and would recommend it to anyone! Julie teaches her…read moreriders in a safe and effective way while customizing each lesson to you and your horse. She is more then willing to help with special needs and lives on the property, so your horses are never out of her care. I have a crazy schedule and she is always able to fit my lessons in - even if they're at 8pm. Not to mention Creek Hill is a drama free, fun barn - something that is hard to find in the equestrian world!! A true hidden gem!