Address: 18797 CA-1, Bodega Bay, CA 94923, USA
“my husband and I went on our anniversary last week and it was amazing,we did the beach tour and it was amazing the horses are so gentle,and our guide kate was amazing she was so sweet and answered all our questions.we even got to meet sarabeth and shes the nicest person you will ever meet, we will go back again soon!!!! my husband rode frank and I rode lucky I would ride lucky again...”
Address: 1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA
“the most comfortable traveling experience”
Address: 3488 Calaveras Rd, Milpitas, CA 95035, USA
“Stephanie Walker at Free Heart Stables is a true horseman. She understands the equine holistically and teaches her clients from where the horse is at physically and mentally, and always for the good of the horse. My daughter entered into the horse world via typical horseback lesson experience. She received excellent instruction in rider form at a top riding school but she became bored with just jumping on a horse for the purpose of getting through the transitions and jumps while looking good. She craved a deeper bond with her equine partners. So, being a brand new horse person myself, and only to support my daughter from afar, I found Stephanie in a Google search. I figured some horseback lessons that simulated actual horse ownership would cure the bug. I also decided that since this experience would be more than just tacking up the horse and riding, I decided to take lessons too so I could supervise my daughter from the ground. When my daughter first started riding, I wouldn’t even pet the horses, and I was the least likely candidate to be a horse owner, that’s how resistant I was to this whole horse fever she caught. I thought for sure these true “horsemanship” lessons would end this nonsense. Well, Stephanie didn’t cure the horse bug. She made it worse, it was contagious, and I caught it. She stirred a new passion in my daughter and I that opened up a whole new world where horses are now more than a hobby, we have a new lifestyle. Fast forward to today, we are the humble owners of a beautiful, dramatic, and sensitive thoroughbred gelding and Stephanie is our trainer. Forget thinking that this is your typical trainer situation where the expert does the hard work of training your horse and you come out only to ride and experience the fruit of that labor. Stephanie is teaching US how to train our horse. Her lessons involve us in every part of the equine from the how the horse thinks to how the horse moves - on good days and bad days. Some of our best lessons, even when we first started, have been in (and continue to be in) imperfect conditions where we were making mistakes and Stephanie patiently taught us what was going on with the horse mentally, how we created the situation, and how to correct it. She will not do it for you, and she will make you take it slow to do things right. You can do things fast, or you can do them right. Thankfully, she has the patience and calm demeanor of a saint with kids and nervous, newbie, somewhat resistant, older adults. Stephanie just has something special to offer people that is vitally lacking in our fast paced, over tech’d, and over-achieving culture. The character qualities that are being instilled in my daughter (and myself) through this journey is not something the fanciest training barn or most expensive private school could ever teach. It is hard work that teaches you how to slow down, be present, and be teachable. Though the word has lost its meaning, Stephanie is a true natural horseman and she will teach you how to understand and communicate with the horse from the moment you make contact. If you want a truly fulfilling equine partnership that is unlike anything offered at training and lesson barns, contact Stephanie. Your horse will thank you.”
Address: Milpitas, CA 95035, USA
“Beautiful open park space. The trails are well defined and there is such a huge array of different indigenous species here, both flaura and fauna. The views are great. Probably the most amazing part of this park is how ridiculously close it is to the city - but it feels as if city life is a thousand miles away.”
Address: Geary Rd, Fremont, CA 94539, USA
“Fantastic experience. Don't let the youthfulness of the staff fool you: they are knowledgeable. Along with that they are also friendly and helpful. Worth a quick trip indoors to coordinate your visit with staff plus enjoy the wildlife displays around the place. A wonderful and welcome and encouraged first stop.”
Address: 871 Kottinger Dr, Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA
Address: 446 3rd St W, Sonoma, CA 95476, USA
“My husband and I were amazed at the beauty of this place! Highly recommended and so close to Sonoma Plaza!”
Address: 157 W Spain St, Sonoma, CA 95476, USA
“We stayed at this property during our recent family trip to Sonoma and can't say enough how much we enjoyed our time. The house was comfortable, clean, full of little amenities and has a spectacular porch to hang out on with family/friends. The pictures online don't do it justice. And you can't beat the location. Less than a minute walk to Sonoma square, and one of our favorite restaurants, The Girl and the Fig. Would highly recommend!”
Address: 424 2nd St W, Sonoma, CA 95476, USA
Address: 289 1st St W, Sonoma, CA 95476, USA
Address: 5900 Old School Rd, Danville, CA 94588, USA
Address: 100 Rapp Ln, Napa, CA 94558, USA
“Most Amazing Place. The Horses are Amazing. The Views are Breathtaking. The Wine is FAB-U-LOUS. Ashley & Eric are truly Incredible people as well as the girls that helped with the horses. I can not recommend Shadybrook Estate & Rapp Ranch enough. This was by far one of the best experiences. Must Must go and I will be a repeat customer. Thank you everyone for a wonderful afternoon.”
Address: 1290 Meyer Rd, Ojai, CA 93023, USA
“Amazing experience! Took my young girls (5 & 8) and they got to ride a pony and horse. The ladies were super welcoming and patient. They really know their stuff and the Ranch is a fun place to explore, so many neat animals!”
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