Ann Maria was an absolute treasure. Her love for her horses is apparent in the east she talks about…read moreeach one. We took my elderly Mother to her farm and she treated us to a complete tour. Our mother was over the moon as it brought her back to the days of when she was a young girl tending to horses on another farm in the area. Thank you Ann Marie!!!! 5+ stars!!!!!

Went horseback riding this afternoon with friends on their trail and had a great time! Beautiful…read moreviews of Holland/Colden area too!

This is one review, where it deserves way more then 5 stars, this was the best decision for me to…read morecontinue, on my before " 40 " bucket list of things to do. Dolly, went above, and beyond and was kind enough to ensure the group waited for me to get there, as little did I know that there was a race happening in Ellicottville and traffic. Holly, and Debbie were the trail guides that instruced us on techniques with riding our horses. All the horses were well trained, opted for the one hour ride that was well worth it. The trail consisted of crossing the road, woods, going over a hill and the creek. My horse was " Chick", and had a blast on a beautiful fall day with great weather. Look forward to returning in the future, maybe ill be brave and do a winter horse ride.

went there yesterday and was told they need a 24 hour notice before we could ride??? no one else…read morewas there and it was a weekday. Did not see that on the website. Bummer was aug 28

This is by far the best place to take any horse. Whether it's a young, green one, or an older…read moreexperienced show horse, Jaime and Becky take the time and personalize training to every individual horse. I learn so much from their lessons, they are fair, honest, know an incredible amount about these wonderful animals, and care for each one like their own. My young green horse, Donut, has thrived under their program and has won numerous trivilors and top AA shows in comeptetion green hunter divisions. The stables are clean and functional, the footing is wonderful, and the turnout is great. Donut is the happiest he's ever been.

Overall an incredible experience. We got to ride the beautiful horses "Star" & "Duncan", whom Dyna…read morematched with our personalities perfectly. Dyna was very helpful with instructions and even took photos for us! Will be back again!!

If is soo fun and the experience was so worth it for the price that I paid I think I had a really…read moregood time

I truly think that having a pet and playing sports are two of the best ways for children to learn…read morehow to be responsible, sociable, confident adults. As an animal-lover and avid yogi and runner, I try to impart this message and my belief, especially to young girls who I see struggling with body and self-esteem issues. That's why I decided to volunteer at Lothlorien Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc. Lothlorien helps people of all ages "with cognitive, physical, emotional, and learning disabilities" gain confidence and happiness by providing them with the opportunity to do a sport and experience the friendship of an animal through horseback riding. I love Lothlorien's mission: "Changing lives one hoofbeat at a time." (I also love their two barn cats, JRR and Tolkien!) Lothlorien's riders range from children and teens to adults and war vets, all of whom benefit from the physical and emotional therapy that horseback riding provides. As a volunteer I literally see the changes that horseback riding makes in the riders: they sit a little taller, speak a little louder, and, most importantly, they smile, laugh, and have fun. By participating in Equine Assisted Activities, riders learn not just horsemanship but also self-esteem, social skills, and self-sufficiency. Lessons here are a social experience: there is the rider, the leader, and the sidewalker, as well as the NARHA-registered riding instructors who oversee each lesson. Becoming in tune with the horse gives riders a sense of accomplishment that they take with them beyond the lesson, empowering them to do more in their daily lives. You sit on top of the world when you're on top of a horse, such a beautiful, powerful creature, yet so gentle: the obedience, loyalty, and love of the animal really do have the power to decrease a person's anxiety and help her open up to possibility. The environment that the horses, the instructors, and the volunteers create encourages riders to focus on their abilities, all the things they can do and accomplish, rather than their disabilities, their fears, or their insecurities. Lothlorien offers seven 4-week class sessions from March to November each year. Each lesson lasts about 60 minutes--about 45 minutes of riding with 15 minutes of mounting/dismounting instruction. The government does not fund Lothlorien; rather, LTRC relies upon donations and fund-raising efforts to support its mission and vision, which includes a tuition assistance program and a shelter for the outdoor arena. If you know someone who could benefit from a class session, I would suggest calling and arranging the first lesson. Everyone there is amazing, so friendly and encouraging, and just seeing riders gain confidence as they learn to take control of the reins and tune into their horses is therapy in itself.

An absolutely wonderful experience. This friendly, family run business was the perfect fit for us…read more The rider-horse match up was spot on, the trails were beautiful and varied and the owners were so accommodating, especially for our special needs kid who needed a little more help but ended up singing cowboy songs with his guides. A great feature of our vacation!

We (family of 4) really enjoyed our horseback riding here. The owner was very friendly, but it was…read moreher daughter who lead us out into the relaxing woods. She was incredibly friendly. We were given some tips prior to riding and her instructions were perfect. This was the perfect activity for the family and if we ever visit the area again, we will definitely be back. A+++

I can't recommend a nicer facility in the area. The indoor is amazing. It's a great size, regularly…read moredragged, and has beautiful natural light and a nice breeze and if you use the lights, incredibly well lit. There are wooded trails as well as fields and a service road to drive or ride down that are truly beautiful and really make you happy that you have a horse to share the experience with. There is also an outdoor ring a short little ride away from the barn that is also regularly dragged and has great footing for driving or riding. The barn itself is always immaculate, I have a really hard time even reading the other reviews because I've been here for almost 2 years and it has honestly been the nicest barn I've ever been in and I used to attend one of the most well-known equestrian colleges in New York State and the level of cleanliness and care that Debbie and Greg work towards for their own place equals that. They treat me and my horse incredibly well. He is a mini and they accommodated him greatly when we first arrived by adding to their fencing and building him a door that he can see out of, and regularly ask if I am happy with his weight as they are knowledgeable enough to know that these guys can have weight issues pretty easily. They are quick to answer any questions and always make sure to greet with a smile. I always feel welcome here. I feel like they truly care about my horse and I deeply appreciate that. The stalls always have fresh shavings, clean buckets, and are cleaned regularly. The barn aisle is always clean, the wash stall is always ready to be used, with a well lit overhead light, water, and vacuum ready, and the tack room is always welcoming and tidy. The stalls are 12x12 so they are actually nice for larger horses and pretty graciously sized for ponies, and is practically a condo for my mini. It is quiet and enjoyable for me because a lot of places don't know how to handle a mini, let alone a mini that drives -- so I also have to mention that it is incredibly easy to store my cart there and they also have very handy lockers to put other equipment in. I really can't say enough about this place as it is really a place I wish I could have as my own and I've never had to worry about my horse, I always know he's in good hands.

I like this stable very much. The owners are kind and very easy to work with. The care of the…read morehorses is fantastic. Good turn out, excellent barn and stalls. The facility is wonderful. They have lots of nice trails that are kept mowed and clear.The arena is great and is dragged twice a week. There is plenty of parking. They are very attentive to the needs of each horse and boarder. Horses always have plenty of water available. I highly recommend Northland.

Horses are all well taken care of and have amazing demeanors, I went in and had fun time. Coaches…read moreare kind with heavy emphasis on improving technique, awesome time for the kiddos and anyone really.

Seemed fine at first glance a few minutes in until you look at the finer details. I went to a few…read morelessons, and the instructor payed no attention to me. He just let me walk and trot around with no guidance, saying, "good job" here and there. One horse was extremely underweight, you could see his ribs and had no top line. The horse was even being worked in the walk and trot. Stalls didn't seem to be cleaned regularly, and very dimly lit. Wouldn't recommend whatsoever.