Kraus farms takes advantage of the nearby conservation area and treats it as their personal…read moreproperty, ruining the experience for others. They're profiting off of public land payed for by tax payers and ruining the ecology of the area. They also contracted road repairs and stage all of their materials in the parking lot, it's been almost a full year of them blocking almost all of the parking.

the best place ever my daughter rides there she ardors it, the barn assistants are so niceread more

Couldn't say enough about this place! Horses are so well taken care of, and the owner is truly…read morepassionate about caring for these animals and making sure they get the very best!

I started going here to take lessons about a year ago it's a fantastic place. Very friendly staff…read moreand people who really care about horses. I recommend this place to anybody who is wanting take lessons or board their horses.

QLD owner and trainer Marketa Matthews always has the best interests of the horse in mind. Daily…read moreturnout on beautiful green pastures make for very happy horses. She moved her business to this new location in August 2014. She lives in an apartment connected to the main barn, and personally checks on the horses multiple times every day. Marketa specializes in the type of riding known as dressage. The United States Dressage Federation says, "Dressage is a French term meaning "training" and its purpose is to develop the horse's natural athletic ability and willingness to work making him calm, supple and attentive to his rider." Marketa helps riders to have fun and be safe while learning to get the best performance from their horses, regardless of the horse's and rider's fitness and athleticism at the time they start working together. Her calm and patient teaching style builds confidence in both horse and rider. She has helped me to be a better partner with my horse, and has inspired me to get more fit myself as she brought my horse along in fitness and training. Most exciting is that she has taken me from being terrified of horse showing to looking forward to the next show.

I have known Charlie and Marketa Matthews for many years, and can't say enough good about them and…read moretheir dressage facility. I've had my horse there since the first week they opened. QLD is the ideal mix of professional quality and attention to details (such as spotless stalls, high quality hay and feed, impeccably maintained huge pastures, and top of the line footing for the indoor and outdoor arenas) and a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. The barns are very well maintained, always very clean and inviting. Lounge area is well-maintained with many amenities. Tack rooms are brand new and even during hot, humid St. Louis summers, there is no humidity inside them. I appreciate that my expensive tack stays in perfect condition. Marketa is an exceptional trainer, positive and knowledgeable for both horse and rider. My horse and I have thrived at QLD. The atmosphere is happy and positive and focuses on learning and supporting each other. We host clinics monthly, including those taught by Olympic trainer Michael Barisone and the amazing teacher/rider Jennifer Kaiser. Charlie works like a horse (!) keeping on top of all the various projects around the farm, as well as maintaining the polo barns/horses. We also have fun together, enjoy training in the arenas or hacking in the open fields, and know our horses are always well cared for. Charlie and Marketa live on the property, so there is 24/7 supervision of the horses. No more driving hours to fill my horse's water buckets in summer, or check on him in winter. No skimping on hay or shavings either. I know that my horse has the highest quality care, and this gives me 100% peace of mind.

These guys were great. Called super last minute around noon, hoping to get a trail ride in with the…read moregirlfriend around 3 on the same day, Missie was super helpful, said she'd try and see if anyone was able to take a last minute shift. Lucky for us Jim was around and was willing to take us out. We ended up taking the 1 hour trail ride around the ranch which was really just two loops in the shape of an infinity sign, but who cares, you're there to ride a horse! The horses were really well behaved, we rode Jack and Sarge and overall it was a great time. Jim was super friendly if not borderline eccentric (in fun way). The price was a bit higher than other places we were looking at, it was about $50 per person for an hour trail ride, I was seeing others around $35, but this was the only place that was opened early in the week. You can also pay using credit card, but know that there is a 3% fee that goes along with it, but I'd rather do that than carry $100 in cash on me. Overall everyone there was super helpful and great, wouldn't hesitate to come back.

I was called for an emergency to perform a wedding on a Sunday morning... they didn't have an…read moreofficiant. I accommodated them and hurried over and gave them a decent service. When asked my price I said I usually get 200 for a fee. Owner cringed. I took what she had in her pocket... about 70 bucks. I won't rush to help out anymore. What would she have done if I couldn't come?

What a great place to learn English riding. The trainers are great. The girls do a great job…read morekeeping the stables. The cats own the joint. Such a convenient place with patient coaching to learn to ride. If you're in the area and are looking for equestrian professionals this is the place.

Our guide was so informative and made sure the three of us had proper fittings. Horses were very…read morewell taken care of and friendly.

Amazing ride! The horses were beautiful and well cared for, and the property was absolutely…read morestunning. Tanya was so knowledgeable and welcoming!

Very nice barn with indoor and outdoor rings, pastures and paddocks. Well cared for horses with…read morelots of knowledgeable people around. This location is great too! Near Greensfelder Park!

Very unprofessional. Misrepresent what they are selling and look to take advantage of the less…read moreeducated. I questioned about a horse dragging her feet which was obviously visible the way her feet were worn and the shoes she had for 3 week we filed down like a knife blade on the front. When these issues were brought up the owner Kelly Hart blew up on us and then accused the people I was shopping with of not being able to afford $2200 for a crippled horse that she "appraised' at $4500. This horse wasn't worth $800 on the market and anyone with horse sense wouldn't pay that much.

Meramec Farm is just the perfect setting for a trail ride. Carole's farm is beautiful. She has…read morea lot of land that offers my type of ride you want. We rode for 2 hours through pasture and woods. I would recommend Meramec Farm to any novel or experienced rider just be prepared to follow her rules. We didn't stay in one of her cabin but the people who were there seemed to be e housing their time there. The rates are more than reasonable.

This was our halfway point for transporting my 2 show minis across the country. I had found Meramac…read morein Bourbon online about 2 months in advance. Carole was absolutely accommodating. Her knowledge of the land, her horses, and her farm is amazing. She took meticulous care in making sure we were taken care of. Cabins are clean and ample for the space-- MUCH better than any hotel room. Full eat in kitchen with all of the amenities. So fun to wake up with the family and have breakfast. Trail riding was a blast, but be prepared to follow directions from Carole and her guide to ensure your safety on horseback. The best part was waking up to horses grazing right outside your door. Very relaxing to read a book by the stream and enjoy the fresh air. I will certainly keep this place in mind if/when I ever find myself back in Missouri. Breathtaking views, off grid living in wild country. Highly recommended.