I Would recommend High Standard Stable to anyone interested in horse riding lessons. They were…read morefriendly and professional and put me at ease because it had been over a decade since i last rode horses. Two thumbs up! I'll be back for a few more lessons.

From the owner: Come meet and take pictures with Santa and his special “Reindeer” December 22nd and 23rd. Enjoy hot…read morecocoa, cider, cookies and more. Entry is $20 per child and $10 per adult. Our kids camp is offered by the day vs the week. This allows us to always have plenty of space for your child. We understand life. Last minute changes coming or canceling is completely fine with us. We pride ourselves in providing a fun and relaxed atmosphere where all are welcomed, at every level of riding and discipline. We also offer horseback riding lessons, kids day camp, pony rides, boarding, training and shows. We are also planning to start an after school program at a later date.

Hi Sue, you don't know me but many years ago when I lived in Rhode Island. Your dad taught me…read moreriding lessons ( hunt seat ) every Saturday afternoons after he retired from the phone company. What a fun time. loved it over at sunny croft ​

From the owner: Western & English disciplines, reining, quarterhorsesread more

Everyone was very welcoming my daughter and I got to meet quite a few horses and had a great time…read morewalking around on their big beautiful farm!

After a previous barn closed down, I started searching for a new one. Then I found Living Wells…read moreFarm, and guess what..... its 4 minutes from my house! I've been living in Maine for nearly 20 years, and never knew it was around the corner. So I went. My first visit went pretty well, one thing lead to another, and I was slowly getting more involved. But not to long after, something inside of me said, '' they're not that fond of me ''. But I shrugged it off thinking it was all in my head. So then a few months go by, and I'm having a birthday party there and I'm going to there Christmas events! I'm also getting along with the owner's son! But looking back, something about my birthday seemed off. It felt as though they would rather be somewhere else then socialize with me. Maybe I'm just too dang sensitive, but one of my biggest reasons for going there was just to make friends. Plain and simple. I've been struggling to find them, and I thought this was the place. They also charged me a heavy price for riding. Towards the end they invited and drove me to a horse show, and I actually had a great time! Then to top it all off, I was having a backyard bbq event they came to, and that also went well! But the next day, that's when everything kind of went downhill from there. They acted like the party never happened, and I started to get cold vibes from them, they stopped inviting me to things, plus they stopped contacting me, and everything else in general. Hopefully this is an eye opener for them. As for recommendations, I'm kinda in the middle.

Three of us went on a mini getaway this past October that centered around a few hours of exquisite…read morehorseback riding at the Martin Family Ranch. Our small crew included myself, my daughter, and my girlfriend. We were greeted at the ranch by the very hospitable hosts, David and Jessica Martin. The riding package included a delicious western meal prepared by David eaten outdoors where everyone knows that food tastes best! Jessica provided a very informative overview of horsemanship that refreshed my memory of being around horses and provided new information to the the rest of us who had a bit less riding than I had, although I'm by no means an expert. Jessica's knowledge of horses is amazing. We each rode on a horse that was hand selected by Jessica based on observing each of us in the paddock on horseback before setting out on the trails. The pace of our ride was comfortable enough for anyone with a bit more riding experience but not too fast for those with less experience. Our horses were beautiful and well trained. One thing that I noticed early on about the Martin Family Ranch was how CLEAN the barn and stall were and how loving cared for the horses were. I loved the fact while the ranch and its horses are a business with money to be made, the well-being of the horses at the ranch is of paramount concern to David and Jessica. We would love to go back to the ranch again some day for more riding!

The Martin Family Ranch is a must! I was expecting to learn a bit and then enjoy a trail ride, but…read morewhat I got from Jess and David was so much more. I'm writing this a few days after my experience and am still smiling. At first, I actually drove right past their property because it was so beautiful that I thought it was someone's beautiful home with well-kept grounds. Jess greeted me outside. We chatted a bit about what I should expect for the day. I was surprised when she said they had prepared lunch for me. When I say they prepared a lunch, I don't mean crackers and cheese on a plate with grapes, which is always lovely. What I mean is they grilled delicious meats, prepared potatoes, as well as a fresh cucumber and tomato salad! They sat with me at the picnic table and we got to know each other a bit while we ate. Jess decided which horse she thought would be best for me. I got Gorgeous George. She chose wisely. All of their horses are gorgeous. They look so healthy and vibrant! David and Jess believe in the importance of the horse and rider getting familiar with each other. To do so, you have to spend some intimate time with each other. I was shown how to brush the horse (for different reasons and with different brushes); how to clean the horses hooves; and how to walk the horse. To be clear, I was shown how to do these things and then did these things. Then I got to ride the horse in the ring. By the time I got to the ring, I was so much more relaxed with George than I was when I first met him. David determined that I was ready to hit the short trail, so the 3 of us rode off. They both determined I was ready for the longer, more challenging trail. What a challenging, but fantastic rest of the day! We had a 2 hour adventurous ride through the trails and waters. I'm not an overly experienced rider. I've only done trail rides, and only started doing those as an adult. I've done those trail rides in NH, TX, AZ, etc. This was like no trail ride I've ever done. The scenery is great, the instruction is great, and the people are great. They love their horses, and care about their riders having a unique, safe, and beautiful day. I cannot wait to return!

This place is amazing and it shows in every way! The owners are incredible people who are very…read morepassionate about their business, the community and the horses (both theirs and boarded). They have a great partnership with folks who want to take riding lessons. I was an adult student there and couldn't have been happier! If I had a horse, these are the only people I would trust to board it. Extremely professional, knowledgeable, and just plain awesome folks. I really felt like I had lucked out when I rode there -- other places were less welcoming, uninterested in an adult student and the arena felt like it was a high school clique again. You will never experience that here!! Check out their website for the number for lessons. Or just jump in and lease a horse!! Some of my best days were spent coming home from here, smelling like leather and the horse. And don't forget to love on the dogs when you're there.

From the owner: Our Riding Academy has been open since 2004. We specialize in hunt seat and saddle seat for ages 2…read moreand up on our Morgan horses. Our facility is Fully Heated and is open year round.

Awesome place to ride. My horse lives there and they take great care of all the horses. My girl…read moreloves living at Lucky 7 Stable's. Try a ride sometime. You will love it

My daughter wanted to go horseback riding when we were visiting NH. What a great experience!!…read moreThese horses are loved and well taken care of. The staff is knowledgeable and ensure that you are comfortable for your ride. The trail ride is in nature; we actually saw a deer. However it's still on their property and it doesn't allow the horses to go off somewhere else. Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and sweet! Great time. Will definitely return!

We went for a private horse carriage ride which was wonderful. Our hosts were gracious, friendly…read moreand professional. They provided us with a fur blanket to keep toasty. The narration during the tour gave us an idea of the history of nearby properties. When it was over they treated us to hot chocolate next to a roaring fire. The hosts were genuinely Maine-friendly people. I would not hesitate to recommend them for anyone interested in enjoying the serene beauty of rural Kennebunkport.

I cannot say enough lovely things about Sue and the program she runs. She is kind and compassionate…read morebut firm in her instruction. My daughters have flourished under her tutelage. She teaches personal responsibility, and the girls know that hard work is rewarding. The facilities are stunning and well kept. I cannot imagine a kinder or better riding instructor than Sue. My girls have become stronger and wake up each day excited to go to the barn and learn from Sue and her gorgeous horses.

Sue and the staff were very accommodating and the service was top notch. This a very clean and…read morescenic property. The trail ride was the best that we have done. We groomed my horse, set the tack, went into the ring before going on the trail ride. Once finished, we took off the tack and then fed our horses a snack. I highly recommend. Derek

Echo Ridge is the best barn on the Seacoast of NH. We have been to other barns for riding for my…read more10 year old. Once she arrived at Echo Ridge she learned so much more about caring for horses. Not only did she learn she became part of a family. At the age of ten she is now able to go to the barn with her "family" and help with all the barn chores. This is a safe, clean, and well cared for barn. The team at Echo Ridge takes great pride at every turn. The paddocks are wide and far reaching plenty of time for the horses to roam. The stalls are perfectly comfy for all horses. I love the fact this is a no drama barn and we are one big family. Thank you Kelly, Fred, Emma, and the team at Echo Ridge.

I have been riding at this barn and with Kelly for the past 3 years. It is a beautiful farm and…read moreproperty, and Kelly and team take the utmost care of the horses as well as the facility. This is a no drama barn with a great sense of community where everyone there's an automatic understanding that we are all going to pitch in and take care of things. There are some nice horses for lessons if you don't own or board like me, and Kelly is a great instructor, she challenges you but is also patient. The boarders also seem to do really well there, there's great care and turn out! Can't say enough nice things about this place!