I traveled to Pismo Beach with 4 girlfriends to ride our horses on this famous beach and needed a…read moreplace to overnight board. Ocean Breeze was very accommodating and the price was quite reasonable. The facility is cute and rustic, but very clean and the horses were very well taken care of. Heather and her friends gave my group a guided tour of the beach on our first outing there. Everyone at the stable was marvelously helpful and friendly! I would highly recommend this facility to anyone looking for a short-term stay. Our group had so much fun riding in this area that we will definitely be planning another trip in the near future!

When it comes to boarding, Heather treats every horse like her own. As a trainer and instructor…read moreHeather is patient, kind and incredibly knowledgeable. My daughter and her horse grew leaps and bounds with her guidance. If you are looking for summer camps, lessons or to board I highly recommend!

We have found Meadow Creek Farm Horse Boarding Facility to be a beautiful, scenic sanctuary for…read morerefreshment of mind and body from the moment you enter the drive.. And there is such wonderful camaraderie among all the people and their horses. The owner, Judie Garnsey has created an enchanting atmosphere of happiness and joy for those of us who are blessed to find this magical place for our precious and beloved four legged best friends. https://www.facebook.com/Meadow-Creek-Farm-horse-boarding-104548468517115

This boarding stables is the jewel of the Central Coast. You will NOT be disappointed! Phone number…read moreon the sight has been disconnected, so call Judie at 805 235-2353. Hope to see you there! Karen

I have boarded horses at Summit Oaks Ranch off and on for more than 10 years and have never had a…read moreproblem. It's always been my happy place. The pens are huge, they feed & grain my horse twice a day and clean the pens every day but Sunday. The boarders are all friendly and helpful. Recently there has been a change of hands and Herman has retired. His niece, Elba, and her husband, Tony, have been doing an awesome job cleaning the place up. It's an old facility but everything works and is getting fixed now. I love going out there!

This is a great boarding ranch! The owners are always on site and constantly checking on the…read morehorses. They have their own horses there and take super great care of them. The ranch is very clean, free from any hazards with plenty of arenas to work your horse, and to get to some really great trails, you just ride out the gate and up the street. It's not a busy street, but rather a country two lane paved road with trails on the side. Once you reach the end, the roads are not paved and are perfect for trail riding. They feed really great quality hay twice a day, have automatic watering systems in place, great stalls indoor with paddocks, and lots of extras! They also feed your supplements daily for no extra charge! Best of all, they are a super nice family, take great care of the boarders, and have a beautiful, safe place for your loved ones.

Very kind family. Beautiful horses. Well organized. Bring carrots to feed the horses.read more

Had an absolute blast riding there. Wish I could go back more. The ride to the dunes was so much…read morefuns and the beach pictures were stunning.

Love having my horses out at Varian Equestrian Center! You truly can choose what you need and they…read morehave it on site! I have a mare recovering from surgery and they have a spacious outdoor stall for her while she recovers and if she needs to move indoors they have that option as well! My younger mare is living her best life in a pasture with other mares enjoying friends and freedom. The arena and facilities are well maintained and if you ever need help with your horses they have multiple training options on site for both horse and human. I have been lucky enough to have my younger mare do ground training with Mike in 2024 and learn everything she needed to be successful when she was started under saddle. Mike is also her favorite human, he is kind, fair, and incredibly knowledgeable! When it came time for her to start under saddle I knew Jaime would continue that work and he has giving my young one a solid foundation to grow from! She is confident on the trails (which they have onsite!!) and in the arena and is sensitive but not reactive, more than I could have ever dreamed about in a green broke horse. I fell in love with the facility and people while my younger mare was there for training and moved both of mine out full time. Kristy and the barn staff are so friendly and attentive to the horses, I can truly rest easy knowing they are both in good hands. So happy to have VEC as my new home barn!

This is heaven on earth for equestrian enthusiasts! Gorgeous grounds, professional incredible staff…read moreand happy horses. Home to legendary horses. Visit Varian Equestrian Center... your horses will thank you! I'd give 100 stars if I could!

Excellent training facility with a top notch trainer! Highly recommend this riding facility'read more

I am an adult rider and I feel very comfortable training with Amanda who is much younger. She is…read moreencouraging and firm at all the right times. Amanda has helped me train my 12 year old Quarter Horse from his age of 5. He is now an amazing Hunter and Trail horse; just what I wanted. He has had challenges that we have worked through and now he is one the best horses I have ever owned. I also LOVE Oak Park. My horse is very happy there. Everyone who rides there is nice and are happy people. We support one another. A big plus: sandy trails so right after a rain it's great footing.

When one has been in the equine industry long enough - in my case all of my life - one has come…read moreacross many types of vets with varying degrees of expertise. It has been my extreme joy to have met Dr. Bardo at The Equine Center. Dr. Bardo pulled my 35 year old, half-Arab gelding through an advanced 'choke' with the greatest of care and utmost professionlism. Dr. Bardo's professional expertise was clear, concise, and expeditious. All the while comforting Indy and relaxing my anxiety. Indy and his pasture mate are now on the boarding side of The Equine Center. Where they will remain for as long as I live in the SLO area. Thank you, to Dr. Bardo and the staff at TEC.

Dr Emily has been our vet for many years and I love her calm and confident approach. Recently…read moreworked with Dr Yordanov who recommended inpatient treatment after diagnosing our new rescue pony at home with severe sand colic. The facility is the perfect place if my ponies need higher level of treatment. Both vets are professional and encouraging allaying my fears and answering all my questions. They provide prompt care and have lots of experience.

VARIAN RANCH This…read morereview is written in honor and memory of a legendary cowgirl, Sheila Varian - August 8, 1937 to March 6, 2016. Inducted into the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame 2003. Sheila Varian, a phenomenal woman, pioneered the Arabian horse breed in America and around the world. For 60+ years she lived a joy filled life doing what she loved most, being a real working cowgirl, a Arabian horse breeder, trainer and owner. Before her passing, Sheila Varian partnered with California Rangeland Trust to permanently conserve and protect the character and beauty of Varian Ranch. She stated, "I could not bear the thought of this place being broken up. All the animals that live here will be safe, and people will still be safe to visit here." Absolutely true! Varian Ranch is 230 acres. It is a very special place nestled in the hills, and in the heart, of Arroyo Grande's wine region. It's a very beautiful, majestic, fascinating and spiritual place. It was my pleasure to visit, walk amongst beautiful and majestic stallions, mares and their babes. What an honor! Varian Ranch is open to the public on Monday's. It's a ranch one must visit to experience its beauty and spirituality.

I have been going to Varian Arabian for over ten years. I Try to go the the events they hold at…read morelease once a year and it is fabulous. The owner Sheila Varian is an amazing woman and has so much knowledge of the arabian horse. She has been breeding the arabian horse for generations and has some of the finest horses in the industry. If you want an education about the arabian horse or are looking to purchase a horse you can not go wrong. I love this place it is always such a great feeling to be at the farm and always leave looking forward to my next visit.