I am in my third year of adult lessons at Solly, and am involved in the 4H program as a volunteer. I love this barn! And I love the people at this barn!
I have physical issues as a result of injuries from other sports, as well as a chronic disease process that began in my early 40's. My instructor is amazing! I am building skills and confidence, and re-learning horsemanship from the ground up. This is not my first barn, but this is the first barn I have been associated with that feels like home. The 4H and lesson horses are healthy, happy, well trained, and well exercised. I know many of the long term private boarders, and can say the same about their horses.
The current association inherited a dilapidated mess, and have done wonders with the property since. There is a plan in place for improvements and I see evidence of progress every month. The owners, board of directors and several of the boarders are also very generous with their time and talents, and a crew of volunteers of all ages contributes to the overall success of Solly.
In my opinion, based on my experience, Solly Stables is an absolute gem. All that is important to horse husbandry is happening here the way it should. It isn't the fanciest barn, but it is the most caring and most competent facility I have ever known. The 4H and lesson programs are top notch. Boarders get excellent service and a more than fair price. The stalls, arena, turn outs and trails are far more than what you expect from a once neglected barn in the middle of a city neighborhood, and on par with what you would get at a barn in the suburbs. Except at Solly hours of trails are right behind the barn, alongside a beautiful creek. No need to trailer, no need to walk on a road to get to the trail.
Solly is a slice of horse heaven, and my personal happy place. I come here as often as possible, to be among the nicest horses and people I have ever known. On a daily basis, people of all ages, and families of all sizes, come to Solly to enjoy the what is certainly the most unique and most enjoyable equine facility in the area.
Seeing is believing. Come on down and experience what Solly Stables has to offer you. You will be pleasantly surprised! read more