We did a private trail ride and it was absolutely perfect. The property is gorgeous and the horses…read moreare noticeably loved. Our two guides that went with us were super friendly, patient, and informative. It's not far out of Lexington and if you plan on being in the area I highly recommend you plan a stop in here. If you're a lover of animals you want to make sure you spend your time and money on places that offer a great experience while taking the best care of their animals. Stepping Stone definitely checks both boxes.

This place is great!! Took my kids and extended family and everyone agreed it was the best horse…read moreriding experience we've all had. The horses are noticeably loved and cared for. They provided information and education on that allowed everyone to feel comfortable and more connected to the horses. I highly recommend booking!

Founded in 1970 by a prominent member of Claiborne Farm's Hancock family, this beautiful…read morethoroughbred breeding farm rambles over 2000 prime Bourbon County acres. Countless champion racehorses have graced the farm. As a nursery, foals born and raised here carry the hope of the generations whose lives are touched by these grand animals.

The land boasts historical significance for more than two hundred years. It was passed down…read morethrough the family of Captain David Shely of Virginia and has gone through numerous hands, including the duPont family, as a stallion station. Currently, it is owned by thoroughbred trainer Ken McPeek and operated as a 115 acre premier boarding and training facility that has been beautifully restored. The name Magdalena honors a Matriarch of the Shely family. A pre Civil War cemetery sits on the back of the property as well as one for many of the horses that passed through the lives of those who maintained the farm. The former breeding shed has been transformed into a guest house that is available on Air B&B. A lovely place to wake up with coffee on the deck with a view of the farm.

Lunch with KEEP at the beautiful Mt. Brilliant Farm, made more so at the barn where the great…read moreracehorse Man o War lived. Refurbished to its former glory, it is a testament to MoW and the days of you're in the racing industry. 44

We had a great 45 minute ride. So much fun that we wished we would have done the 90 minute ride!!…read moreThe staff is very friendly, even the volunteers we met that day. I would definitely return!!

What a great day at Whispering woods. We hadn't rode horses in a while, so we only did the 45 min…read moreride. The weather was beautiful for a ride through the woods led by Dallas. My horses name was Sheriff and he was very gentle. They also have pigs, goats, and miniature horses. We were able to purchase a bag of carrots for $4 to give to our horses as well as the other horses/animals. Thank you to Dallas and Emma for making our day great. They even stopped halfway to take pictures. The horses and animals were well taken care of. The staff was most knowledgeable and seemed to love their jobs.

Winstar Farm is a large commercial breeding farm standing many notable stallions, including Pioneer…read moreof the Nile, the sire of Triple Crown winner American Pharoah. Many horses are bred to race in the colors of the farm. Horses are shown in the middle of the large barn where they are housed. Photos can be difficult to take due to the ceiling lights which cause extensive glare. There is now a gift shop where you can purchase souvenirs such as t-shirts, jackets, etc.

Mary page was an exceptional host and made our tour so interesting. Definitely worth the cost and…read morewe really enjoyed our time on their beautiful farm.

Visiting Claiborne Farm was fun and educational. We did the walking tour with one of the handlers…read morewho gave us great knowledge about the Thoroughbred racing industry and some of the farm's famed horses such as Secretariat, Round Table, Mr. Prospector, and more. We had the chance to see some of the current stallions such as Silver State, Blame, and War Front. It was so cool to see some of these majestic stallions right in front of us and even pet/feed a few! We of course had to pay our visit to the cemetery and see some of the legends. It's very apparent that Claiborne Farm loves their horses and cares for them deeply. It's a beautiful piece of property as well.

Amazing tour, learned a lot and loved the horses! Absolutely beautiful farm! Highly recommend! Easy…read morewalking and worth the drive there.

I went to Trackside on Sunday because I heard that was pizza day there! They have a wood fired oven…read moreand serve pizza and wings plus feature drink specials all day. I went at noon and expected it to be packed but it was easy to find a parking spot and we were seated immediately. The pizza was excellent. They serve 12-13" pizzas all for around $13. If you're looking for a casual lunch on Sunday this would be highly recommended.

Delicious food, quick service and a comfortable and friendly atmosphere! We even had a train go by…read morewhile we were there!

Awesome locals spot & great for events. Most of all, I love the whole staff, Tina always remember…read morewhat I'm drinking & everyone is like family now. Pat & Rickie are absolutely awesome. From here you can catch the Stoner Creek boat (call to reserve it) and golf. Then, stop in for a cold one & food. Buffalo boneless chicken w/ Ranch, pork chops w/ mac n cheese, baked potato, fries, bar food & specials.. all good. I really like the open salad bar. I love coming here & miss the people when I leave. Located on a golf course w/ a view of the creek & railroad bridge. Nice outdoor seating w/ heating lamps & a TV. A total fav of mine to kick back & watch some horse racing.

It's a dump. Food is horrible. Service is nonexistent. That's why it never stays open for long when…read moresomeone reopens it. Do yourself a favor and just skip this place.

George and Lucie were excellent hosts and guides! They took the extra time to introduce us to all…read moreof their horses, let us choose our horse, AND allowed us to get acquainted through grooming before tacking up. I've been to several farms throughout the years and I've never had an experience as great as this. They truly care about their horses and riders, and it shows! My boyfriend had never ridden a horse before and was quite nervous, but they made him feel so comfortable in a saddle that he's still buzzing about the experience. It was the highlight of our vacation and we can't wait to go back!

If you are looking to go horseback riding and are hoping for a great time I would highly recommend…read morethis place!! My sister and I recently visited this ranch along with my 73-year-old mother. We were all beginner riders and they took excellent care of my mother as well as my sister and I. They gave us plenty of time to get acquainted with each horse and were even kind enough to give us a little bit of history about them. Their prices were extremely reasonable and the time we had with our horse was not rushed.