~ Packages ~

Horseback Riding 101:
Our horses live in a herd, graze freely, go barefoot and live awesome horsey lifestyles.

Erin’s trail ride lessons are geared toward teaching you how your horse thinks and clue you in to his/her personality, enabling you to communicate and bond with your new equine friend. Whether you’re a novice rider, have taken a series of lessons, or grew up with your own horse, you will really enjoy your time and ride here. Bring your own horse and allow them to run free in one of our pastures.

Willow Bend Horse riding lessons

With basic balance, posture, common sense and willingness to listen and learn about horses and their habits, guests can ride our horses under Erin’s supervision.

Lessons begin with proper grooming and getting acquainted with your horse. Then move on to basic skills and getting comfortable with your horse. After you have demonstrated control and respect for your horse, we move out and ride around the farm.

Horses can be unpredictable. By coming to the farm you accept responsibility and all liability for your experience on the grounds or riding, and all guests are required to sign a waiver prior to any activities with the horses.

Rates: $30.00 per person for a 1½ hour session.

**Remember, for those of you not used to riding, the relaxing hot tub is always available for our overnight guests!

Sweetheart Getaway:

1 night lodging with full breakfast
A bottle of wine or sparkling non alcoholic juice
A cheese and cracker, seasonal fruit and chocolate plate for two

Cost per couple $95.00

Adventure Trail Ride:

**Experienced Riders Only**
1 night lodging with full breakfast
Spend 2 hours of guided horseback riding through area woods, fields and creeks
Enjoy snacks out on the trail
End the day with a BBQ and campfire
Signed Liability Waiver required.

Cost $65.00 room rate plus $55.00/person

Find Your Muse:

1 night lodging with full breakfast
2 hour art workshop in a medium of your choice: pottery, make a mosaic flower pot, altered board book creation, build a shrine or whatever special treat the art goddess offers that day.
(Al tered board book creation offers you a chance to learn how to take an old children's book and turn it into a work of art.)

Cost: $65.00 room rate plus $35.00 per person

Ongoing Pottery Workshops and Classes

·       Learn the basics of throwing on the potter’s wheel!

·       Create forms like cups, bowls and plates.

·       Individualized classes to fit your schedule.

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Winter Inspiration Series:

Take the day, pack a picnic and your snow shoes/cross country skis or boots, camera, sketchpad or journal and come explore the farm. Then head inside, warm up by the fire with tea, hot cocoa and fresh baked goodies and share what inspired you. Groups and individuals welcome. Call or email us to schedule.

Rates: $15 per person/ 4 hour session from 10:00 am-2:00 pm

Summer weekend tubing:.

1 night lodging with full breakfast
Guided adventure…meander down the Mad River with us on a giant inner tube that we provide. We will pack you a lunch and provide beverages for your outing. We will provide everything you will need for an enjoyable experience. Dress for getting wet and wear shoes or strapped sandals you can wear in the water.

Cost: $65.00 room rate plus $25.00 per person

~Policies~

  • Check in time usually after 3:00pm
  • Check out time 11:00 am we do our best to accommodate your schedule.
  • Cancellations are charged unless the room is rebooked.
    50% deposit upon reservation booking. We accept Cash, Personal checks and Paypal.
  • No indoor smoking, smoking allowed outside in
    designated areas only.
  • Pets are welcome but must be on a leash at all times
    (most times) and sleep in our kennel, with an indoor
    room and outdoor run. We have many animals who
    call this farm home and we are committed to protecting
    all of them.

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