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

One of the best horse riding experiences I've had! A++ overall. We loved raven the new guide. Very…read morecool and down to earth!

Shout out to Raven and Emma for being great and very friendly trail guides! We really loved and…read moreenjoyed our ride, we definitely recommend them and recommend this place to everyone. It was truly an amazing experience!! We will be coming back again!! The trip from Louisville to Georgetown was completely worth it!

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.

Our tour of Claiborne Farm was excellent. Our tour guide, John, was incredibly knowledgeable and…read moreengaging. We learned so much more about the racing industry than I ever imagined. We were able to see 5 stallions up close and personal, and seeing Secretariat's grave was very emotional. All of the staff were super friendly. I cannot rate this tour high enough. Definitely worth a visit to this beautiful thoroughbred farm!

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

Great ambience. Wide variety of food options. The have pizza on Sundays. Firepit outside with…read morecouches. We visited on a Saturday around 2pm. It wasn't super busy, about half full. The inside bar is beautiful. Bathrooms are nice but dark & was difficult for my 92yr old grandmother to access & use independently. (Terrible for low vision & reaching items.) Didn't see a handicap accessible bathroom. The staff was nice. We did have to hunt them down to pay our check, but otherwise, food & drink were tasty.

Wife and I had dinner at Trackside Diner in Paris, Kentucky. This old L&N train station is a gem…read moreof a place. They have 3 dining rooms. The Winchester Room for private parties, The entry dining room which is full of paned windows and the dining room adjacent to the bar area. We chose the entry dining room full of windows. It was cold that night but the decorative open fireplaces made the room cozy. We had a friendly server and she knew her menu well. I selected the Hot Brown . It came with a side salad and I enjoyed the homemade thousand island dressing. The hot brown was stacked high with turkey and country ham on Texas toast. It was loaded with mornay sauce and meted cheese. It had enough to make every bite cheesy. The wife had a classic cheeseburger with cheddar. It was dressed out with lettuce, onion and tomato. The fries came with it were hot and fresh. The train motif is throughout the entire place, even the clean bathrooms. There are a set of dual railroad tracks outside the windowed dining room. It was my first trip there without any trains going by. It is decorated for Christmas. You should try and go before the holidays end

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.