Family owned & operated since 1996 · Ellenville, NY · 914-388-4587
Ellenville, New York · Est. 1996

Winnie's Meadows Farm

A family-owned riding & training farm in the Hudson Valley — patient instruction, gentle horses, and a true community of horse lovers for riders of every age and level.

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25+Years teaching
30+Horses & ponies
40+Yrs in the saddle
The Caban family and their horses
A true community

More than a barn — a family.

Nestled in the picturesque town of Ellenville, Winnie's Meadows Farm has earned a sterling reputation for exceptional riding services and a real, connected community. The farm is a hub for horse lovers to come together, share their passion, and forge lasting friendships.

Owner and instructor Crystal Caban brings 40+ years of riding experience and a Master's in Education. She started teaching in her parents' backyard at sixteen — and has grown that into the tight-knit community of horse lovers it is today.

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What we offer

Programs for every rider

From a child's very first pony ride to show-season coaching, there's a place for you here.

Lesson Program
Lessons

Lesson Program

Semi-private and private instruction for every level, from first pony rides to children's hunters.

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Summer Pony Camps
Camps

Summer Pony Camps

Our famous week-long camps — horsemanship, grooming, and a daily riding lesson. Ages 4 and up.

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Pony Parties
Events

Pony Parties

Bring the celebration to the barn, or we'll bring the ponies to you. Petting zoo and rides included.

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Horse Training
Training

Horse Training

Over 20 years of breaking and training, with patience and clear communication for safe results.

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Leases
Leasing

Leases

On-site and off-site leasing — the joy of "your horse" without owning one. Find your happy place.

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Boarding
Boarding

Boarding

Natural, 24/7 turnout living in small social groups, with rough-board and stall options.

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Horses living naturally in the pasture
Our philosophy

Happy horses, confident riders.

We believe horses should live as naturally as possible — out together, 24/7, in small social groups with constant forage. Healthy, content horses make the gentlest, most reliable partners for our riders.

That same care extends to our students. Lessons are paced to the rider, instruction is patient, and competition is always a choice, never a requirement.

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Ready to ride with us?

Whether you're booking your first lesson or planning your next show season, we'd love to welcome you to the farm.

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