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Horse Country

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👍👍 A very friendly and knowledgeable guide. Got to pet horses over the fence (including the babies) and were given treats to feed them. The rehab aspect of this tour was so interesting People often mention tour, horses, farm, experience, knowledgeable, guide, amazing, recommend, great, friendly,


Address

321 Merino St, Lexington, KY 40508

Website

www.visithorsecountry.com

Contact

(859) 963-1004

Rating on Google Maps

4.90 (99 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: (Easter), Closed, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Thursday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Friday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM

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  • 5/5 Jill P. 1 year ago on Google
    My husband and I had a wonderful opportunity to tour the Secretariat Center. It was so encouraging to see the work that they’re doing to help give these off track thoroughbred horses new jobs to do. I love the gentle work that they are doing with all of their horses and the respect they have for the horses themselves. Wonderful staff, great nonprofit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cynthia Y. 2 years ago on Google
    Lane's End Farm shuttle tour 3/28/22 - Andi who ran the tour was wonderful. She knew all of the answers to our questions. Most of all I appreciate that Lane's End really has the well-being of their horses at the highest importance. I love that the stallions get to be turned out all night long, and then some. I was very surprised to learn that mares within 30 days of foaling are checked every 15 minutes when they are turned out. That is over and above necessary. Kudos to the Farish's.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leslie J. 1 year ago on Google
    A very friendly and knowledgeable guide. Got to pet horses over the fence (including the babies) and were given treats to feed them. The rehab aspect of this tour was so interesting
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Debra F. 5 months ago on Google
    We learned so much about stallions and horse racing. It was a beautiful horse farm to visit.

  • 5/5 Becky K. 1 year ago on Google
    We went on the Lane's End farm tour. What incredible facilities and glorious horses! What an amazing lineage and history. I was simply awestruck the entire tour. I felt like they really treat their horses with dignity and respect. GREAT tour!

  • 5/5 Kathy C. 9 months ago on Google
    Spy Coast is a Fantastic farm! Our tour guide, Lisa, was very friendly and knowledgeable! All aspects of the farm are amazing! A 2 day old foal topped off the day! So cute!

  • 5/5 Matt T. 8 months ago on Google
    A fantastic place to be close to the legacy Secretariat, which, in 1973 and also afterwards, fulfilled many dreams and made the impossible possible. Go see the place what the entire Secretariat team does for horses after their racing career. Simply amazing!

  • 5/5 Cara W. 6 months ago on Google
    Such a great experience and a well-done tour. I’ve done a few of these and Lane’s end does have a well-rounded tour with deep knowledge and personal experience. I would definitely recommend the experience!

  • 5/5 Sheri M. 6 months ago on Google
    We enjoyed seeing the Lane’s End Farm Stallions. Our host was so full of interesting information.

  • 5/5 Susan B. 6 months ago on Google
    Very interesting to see the warm-blood vs hot-blood breeding process see at another farm. LOVED getting to see the rehab and physical therapy areas and see the horses getting treatment. Also seeing some of the training ring workouts was a real treat! Lisa was very accommodating, friendly and knowledgeable.

  • 5/5 Barbara B. 1 year ago on Google
    They have a large variety of horse related tours available. They are easy to sign up for. I have been on several of their tours and enjoyed them all

  • 1/5 tim e. 11 months ago on Google
    BUYER BEWARE. We booked a tour through Horse Country of Spendthrift Farms. This tour was the PRIVATE EXPERIENCE at SPENDTHRIFT FARM. It seems that our mistake was adding on to the tour the shuttle ride through the farm. Any attempts at a refund have not been successful as they say that since no one else had booked the shuttle ride that we RECEIVED A PRIVATE TOUR even though we never visited the stallion barn or the state of the art dual breeding barn. PLEASE DON’T MAKE THE SAME MISTAKE THAT WE DID AND SPEND $630.00 ON A SHUTTLE RIDE

  • 5/5 Ron D. 1 year ago on Google
    Claire was very informative and had such a great personality. You can tell she loves what she does and what the farm does. She kept things moving at a great pace so you didn't feel like you were being rushed but you didn't miss out on anything either. It was a wonderful way to spend the afternoon and learn a little more about such a beautiful animal! Thanks Ron and Tracie!

  • 5/5 Matt N. 1 year ago on Google
    Our tour guide was so friendly from the start of the tour to the very end. My family felt genuinely welcomed to the property. She answered all of our questions in a kind, genuine manner and her passion for the horses was very clear. Our four children really enjoyed feeding the mints that were provided to the horses and the hands on experience of also being able to pet the mamas and the babies will be memories we will never forget. We even got to pet a horse that raced in the Breeders Cup! I can’t say enough about how wonderful the entire experience was from start to finish. Thank you!

  • 5/5 Zoe M. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful farm and very informative tour! Andie( not sure I spelled her name correctly) has tons of knowledge and was open to all questions!

  • 5/5 Sally M. 10 months ago on Google
    Highly recommend this tour! Claire was welcoming, friendly and exceptionally knowledgeable about all aspects of the farm. The setting is beautiful and it was really great to spend so much time with the horses and their young offspring. We loved the whole experience.

  • 5/5 Casey L. 3 years ago on Google
    Denali Stud is a beautiful place. I had never visited before yesterday and I had no idea what I had been missing out on. The views are amazing, the people are inviting, and then there is of course, the horses! I would recommend Denali Stud to anyone wanting something a little different.

  • 5/5 Jackie R. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a great visit at Gainsborough farm. Our guide was so enjoyable and very knowledgeable about the horses and the farm. Highly recommend this farm!

  • 5/5 Elijah M. 1 year ago on Google
    My wife and our friend from Louisiana went on the Mill Ridge tour. Even with the nasty weather we all felt welcome and had a blast! Shout-out to our guide Sara that made this a tour to remember. Thanks so much!

  • 5/5 Marie P. 3 years ago on Google
    Great tour! Nice family owned farm, very beautiful. We loved meeting the new foals, what an amazing experience! Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Ashleigh R. 1 year ago on Google
    Had an amazing tour experience! The horses, grounds and knowledgeable host/guide made the experience top notch. Would definitely recommend for groups - perfect way to start a day of tours in the area.

  • 5/5 Rachelle B. 1 year ago on Google
    Our guide, Clark, was absolutely wonderful. He was so knowledgeable and genuinely happy to show us the property and horses. We learned so much history! Highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Brenda M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great opportunity to see and experience this important equine rescue operation. The director and trainers are friendly and informative. I appreciate their gentle approach to rehabilitating horses with positive reinforcement and respect.

  • 5/5 Larry F. 2 years ago on Google
    Great tour. We loved Claire-she was gracious, knowledgeable, and very engaging. Really enjoyed seeing pics of Craig and hearing his/farm history. If you got in the spring you will get to see a lot of foals.

  • 5/5 Paige L. 1 year ago on Google
    Horse Country worked with our large group to find us the best tour possible. They were responsive and so kind to work with. They hooked us up with Lane's End and it was a fantastic tour!

  • 5/5 Cindy B. 2 years ago on Google
    Ryan was terrific! Seeing the Manor House and being able to feel the history was truly amazing. The Trophy Room was very interesting filled with historical photos, trophies, the Darby Dan Farm silks and details about the movie Secretariat whereas Disney filmed parts on the property. Being up close to the Mares and foals was an incredible experience and seeing the Stallions was over the top! A personal private tour is definitely worth it! Thanks to everyone who made this happen for us.


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