Booked a 1.5 hour trail ride here for my family when we were in the area. We didn't see the…read moreavailability we wanted so I texted the phone number listed on their site and they were able to work with me to find the time which was much appreciated. We are all moderately experienced riders but found the lesson in the beginning to be helpful and much appreciated. The property is beautiful, horses are clearly well cared for, and the ride was a wonderful way to spend the afternoon. Do note that you likely won't have cell phone service out there but there is wi-fi if you need GPS directions to leave. Prices were very reasonable too! Would definitely recommend for a nice way to spend an afternoon while you're in the area.

We did a Sunday morning ride after a few days exploring Wellsboro. The road leading up to it is…read moreunpaved but we have a Jeep with good tires and had no issues. Also cell service is a hit or miss but they do have wifi on location. Our guide was wonderful and very passionate for riding. Going through the trails was great this time of the year when leaves are turned. It was slippery which made it slightly more challenging for them. One of the horses was being silly but the initial instructions are very helpful and their solutions work. You will definitely enjoy your ride and you'll be in good hands here.

On the fence about going horeseback riding here? Well jump off the fence and into a saddle!…read moreMountain Rose Farm was everything I dreamed of. My boyfriend and I booked a one hour trail ride for a Saturday morning while we were visiting the Keuka Lake area. The team at Mountain Rose communicated effectively with us about moving our ride to the afternoon to miss the rain moving in. We had the most incredible afternoon. From the moment we arrived at the farm, we were transported into something of a movie. The staff, the horses, the fairytale-esque riding trails; everything was outstanding. 100% recommend for couples, girls trips, nature lovers; everyone and anyone looking to try something new. This was a great change of pace to the everyday.

We had a great time riding with both sister owners over two days while visiting our family nearby!…read moreThe horses were beautiful and have tons of space to roam. My kids LOVED the greeting by Lucas, the enormous goat, and playing with the kittens. Oh, and of course the horses and trail ride! We got a brief lesson to start and then road for about an hour through fields and woods. We had several first time riders and they all enjoyed their experience. Max 4 riders per session. We will be back when we are in town again!

Foxtale farms is professional, knowledgeable, and personable when it comes to horses and teaching…read morechildren to ride. They offer lessons and workshops as well as a yearly summer pony camp for kids. Children pony birthday parties are another unique thing they offer. In addition, they provide riding classes for students with anxiety and autism. The head instructor Lisa and her staff have had rigorous and ongoing training to meet the learning needs of their students. As a previous student during my youth, I highly recommend Foxtale farms and I look forward to my niece and nephews upcoming pony party

From the owner: Foxtale Horse Farm offers: English Hunter & Dressage Private Riding Lessons, Tot To Trot Program…read morefor youngsters, SailEquine Program for anxiety and PTSD, Pet Memorials

My boyfriend and I were up visiting Ithaca and found this stable to go horseback riding. We had a…read moregreat time with a private hour long trail ride with the husband and wife who own the stables with 17 horses. They are a small business and do not advertise much, which is why they do not have a website. Very good pricing especially when compared to other stables in that area. They were easy to talk to, personable, and nice enough to call me later that evening to tell us where fireworks (for the 4th of july) were happening since we were searching for a place to watch them. Great find!

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

I'm in love with this stable! I've been trail riding all over for years and Painted Bar Stables…read morewins the Blue Ribbon! Here's why: Erika, the owner, takes the time to learn about each prospective rider before you come so she can pair you with the perfect horse. So be sure and take the time to let them know in the online questionnaire how you are with horses and riding. I'm a confident rider and got a great horse for me where my husband isn't as confident rider and he was paired with a sweet easy going horse, Faye. Actually all the horses are sweet and wonderful. We did a one hour trail ride. The trail was fun - not too challenging and we even got to stop by a beautiful creek so the horses could take a drink. It's absolutely magical & no better way to see the beauty of this region. Now the horses: They are all beautiful, very healthy and thus happy. You can get to know them on the Painted Bar Stables website! Many are rescued and have been revitalized by being in this wonderful place. I can't wait to return.

WOW! WOW! WOW! Where to begin? We try to ride every chance we get and it's a nice time more often…read morethan not. But this one? WOW! This experience was perfect from beginning to end. The website is clear, informative and easy to navigate. The owner, Erika, responded to our ride request personally and promptly. The response was clear and gave us ride time options, which was much appreciated. The booking process was made very easy and stress free. Then we got to the stables! The property is expansive and beautiful. Rolling Hills, gorgeous pastures, shady forest with rivers cutting through it. The horses are phenomenal! It's clear from the first moment that the animals are adored! Exceptionally well taken care of, pampered, and of course it reflects in their tempers! They love their humans and could not have been sweeter to us! Have you ever met a horse who's a hugger? I did today and his name is Sweet Tea! The check-in process was smooth and easy. Even the Gift Shop has some really cute and memorable selections, which is rare! We were a party of 6, 3 adults and 3 kids. Some experienced, some real novices. Our guides, Randall and Zoe were a pleasure from the beginning to end. Zoe - thank you for matching every rider to their horse thoughtfully and perfectly! This young lady must have a sixth sense about human/horse personalities because, as the absolutely delightful owner Erika was describing their wonderful horses, it was sometimes hard to keep track of whether she was talking about the horse or the rider . Randall and Zoe - our guides were respectful, patient, informative, fun, and engaging. They made this experience unforgettable for everyone in the group! Erika stopped by as we were leaving and chatted with us for a while. This wonderful woman is pure joy and a force of nature! She truly loves her horses, staff and customers alike! She talked to us about the horses, their personalities, the stables and our riding experience. Loved meeting her and our guides! Thank you for a fantastic experience! You made all of us so happy! Can't wait to come back again and again!!!

Very enjoyable ride for my family. Easy trail ride, even if you're not an experienced rider. The…read moreproperty and trail was beautiful. Staff was friendly and made this a safe and enjoyable activity.

We loved our experience at D & K ranch! The attention to detail from wearing masks, paperwork,…read moretraining our group (2 adults, 13 and 10 year olds) and encouragement through were fantastic. Our Cowboy and Cowgirl guides were personable and great to work with. We will definitely plan to come back again in the future and possibly check out one of the cabins!

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+++

Had a great trail ride today! Horses were sweet and the people running it were very nice!! Would…read morehighly recommend as the animals were very well taken care of!

From the owner: Family Friendly Horseback Riding. Trail Rides through 100…read moreacres of wooded countryside throughout the spring, summer, and fall. Lighted indoor arena. Safe, well trained horses for all levels of riding ability. Summer Day Camps. Lessons for adults and children/private-semiprivate Group activities for scouts, church groups, birthday parties, or other group events Open year year round for lessons and other indoor activities.