On-line Holiday Reviews
Mini Break Holidays
Name:Tom and Belinda Humphries
Country: UK
Riding Ability: Novice
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, April 2008
Comment
Thank you for a lovely break. We appreciated your friendly hospitality and it was great to enjoy the Welsh countryside in the company of Dolly and Murphy.
Date of review:May 28th 2008
Name:Anne Dipple
Country: England
Riding Ability: Experienced
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, 9th - 12th May 2008
Comment
TTHANK YOU.
My sister and I had a fantastic weekend!! We couldn't have asked for more. We were made to feel very welcome,the accommodation was lovely and as for the food - delicious. I'd love to have an Oz at home who could cook like that, made me want to improve my own cooking.
The rides were lovely, I especially enjoyed the pub ride and going through the forest on the way back - when we cantered I could feel a huge grin on my face. All the horses were well trained and lovely. I confess I fell a little in love with Ferdy, he was such a gentleman and beautiful to ride.
Had to physically drag my sister away ,neither of us wanted to go home but we definitely feel that we've had a good break as we were so relaxed.
I'm sure we'll be back for more of the same. Can't wait.
Regards
Anne and Alyson
Date of review:May 17th 2008
Name:Karen Kirkham
Country: England
Riding Ability: Intermediate
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, 28th May 2007
Comment
Thank you Nikki and Oz. My daughter Chloe and I had a wonderful time at your farm on a mini-break riding Pepe, Willow and Murphy.
Nikki you are a professional horse-woman and very knowledgeable about all of your horses. Oz the food you produce is delicious with the presentation making our mouths water before we even tasted it!
Chloe was quite poorly for one of our riding days but you were both very accomodating and let us ride the day after so that we didn't miss out. Thank you both again, we will definately be back and will be telling all of our 'horsey' friends to come over and see you.
Love Karen and Chloe xxx
Date of review:June 1st 2007
Name: Michelle Mansi
Country: Bournemouth, Dorset
Riding Ability: Experienced
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, 13/04/07
Comment
Well, what can i say this was everything and more than i expected in a riding holiday, the farm was beautiful so homely, nikki, oz and their daughter deja so friendly and welcoming with a world of experience with horses behind them that makes you feel completely safe, accomidation fantastic very comfy and clean, the food will be greatly missed it was so yummy, thanks oz! As for the horses what a choice they were all adorable, however mercury what a gent and such a fab differant ride, big kiss to him, and callie, i am pining for her already thank you so much for letting me ride her i feel very honoured as she was the newcomer,we will be back again next year all being well and would love to ride her again.
Thank you all so much for making this break a very special and memorable experience. C you again next year!!!!
Date of review:16th April 2007
Name:Melanie
Country: Australia
Riding Ability: Experienced
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, April 2007
Comment
We had a great time at Five Saints. Nikki, Oz and the family took great care of us. We had two beginers with us and I was never unentertained. The rides give fantastic views and the horse were all suited to our ability.We would definately come back again for a break from city life.
Date of review:12th April 2007
Name: Suzy Williamson
Country: Isle of Man
Riding Ability:Intermediate
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, 2 year ago
Comment
i would give all the questions more than 5 but that is the highest it goes!! the best holiday i have been on and ill definately be returning soon!! :-)
Date of review:20th July 2006
Name:Dawn & Emma
Country: England
Riding Ability: Beginner
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, 15/07/06
Comment
hi nikki, oz, dolly and murphy
thanks so much for such a great time while we stayed with you
the horses were all great
and Quentin was so sweet
will be back when it is slightly cooler but not too much!
remember to take photos of your fabulous views in all the seasons!!
see you soon!!!
Date of review:18th July 2006
Name:Paula Taylor
Country: England
Riding Ability: Beginner
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, 2nd - 5th June 2006
Comment
Such a fabulous time. The 6 hour drive was worth every second of the fantastic scenery on route. The horses especially Pepe were very kind, although I am only a beginner I felt safe. A trot that could make your eyes water. He was wonderful. I wanted to attach a tow bar onto my car and bring him home!
The hospitality received was out of this world. Relaxing outside in the evening singing along with Oz playing the guitar and us trying to play the saxaphone and in such beautiful weather.
Sore bottom, sore arms and the sunburnt shoulders is all worth the wonderful time this weekend. I will definately be coming back.
Thank you Nikki, Oz, Fly, Jack and Tom. All the horses and Good Luck Lena.
Paula xxx
Date of review:5th June 2006
Name: Bev Theobald
Country: England
Riding Ability:Experienced
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, 2005
Comment
As a newly separated woman, holidaying on my own for the first time, plus being a "born again" rider, who hadn't been on a horse for over 15 years (apart from a couple of frantic hacks in the weeks leading up to my break), I approached Five Saints with some trepidation; BUT it was fantastic!
The location is superb, the accommodation is good, Oz's food is as special as all the other reviews report, the horses are brilliant (especially Murphy, who has a canter to die for!) and the welcome is out of this world. Thank you Nikki and Oz for making me feel so much at home and Dija, I really enjoyed your company and greatly appreciated your support and instruction. I'm afraid I will be back!
Date of review:12th September 2005
Name: Rachel & Mandy
Country: England
Riding Ability:Experienced
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, 2005
Comment
What a fantastic weekend! The whole experience went beyond our expectations and more. Warm and friendly hospitality and lovely accommodation.Our horses Willow and Rosie were adorable, honest, safe and such fun. Two days of hacking; through spectacular landscapes; cantering across mountain tops and moorland, walking through serene woodland and stopping to appreciate the views, of which will last a lifetime.
THANKYOU.
Rach and Mand.
xxx
Date of review:28th July 2005
Name:Heather Wilson
Country: Wales
Riding Ability:Experienced
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, 2005
Comment
It was a pleasant surprise to find that all my worries about the holiday were unfounded. Everything was fantastic, from being greeted (with a cup of tea and biscuits) after a three hour drive, to the warm cosy rooms, and welcoming beds (believe me this is important after a day riding!).
Hats off to Oz who seemed to know just the right thing to prepare for dinner and there was plenty of it...no need for midnight snacks.
I really felt like a visiting friend, rather than an stranger. This is all down to Nicky and family who, without seeming to, worked really hard to make sure everyone in our group had a FAB time. I dont think I have laughed so much for a long time.
I have no reservations in recommending that if you have the opportunity to visit this superb part of Wales that you try Five Saints. I dont think you will be disappointed. Whatever you riding ability you will have the best time (how could you not), great rides, surperb countryside, a friendly welcome and not forgetting some of the best horses, with personalities by the bucket loads.
Really worth the three hour drive. Thanks to all of you for a great time.
Looking forward to next time.
Heatherx
Date of review:28th April 2005
Name:Mel & Georgia Goodhew
Country: UK
Riding Ability: Intermediate
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, 2005
Comment
Anyone looking for a crowded nose-to-tail trekking experience need not come here. Anyone looking for superb riding on lovely horses, an informal and friendly welcome and super food will be delighted with Five Saints.
Thanks to all the team who made our stay so enjoyable. See you again.
Mel and Georgia Goodhew
Date of review:4th April 2005
Name: Paul & Sharon
Country: England
Riding Ability:Beginner
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, 2004
Comment
In no order of merit as I can't put one particular thing above any other:-
Superb location. Great company. Family atmosphere. Happy well schooled horses. Great accomodation. Good riding in magnificent countryside. Food to die for. A relaxed and most enjoyable weekend in good company.
Thank you all for a wonderful holiday.
Date of review:22nd October 2004
Name:Keith Lines
Country: England
Riding Ability: Intermediate
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, 2004
Comment
I really must make it for more than a mini-break at some point!
Feels more like visiting the family than a holiday- and that's just the horses! ;-)
Thanks for another really great time. It's always a pleasure to be involved and to learn from you all.
I will now be inflicting onion bhajis on my friends...
Good to get some revenge too, Nikki! Third finger *there*, not there...
See you all again soon,
Keith xx
Date of review:31st August 2004
Name:Keith Lines
Country: England
Riding Ability:Novice
Type & date of holiday: Mini Break, 2004
Comment
Thanks so much for a wonderful time. Even the variable Welsh weather couldn't dampen my enjoyment of this short holiday! (Besides, I knew Oz would have conjured up a tasty feast to warm from the inside out.)
Murphy was a great ride and gave me opportunity to learn a thing or two. I think we'd developed a bit of a rapport by the end! I think some thanks are due to Nikki for that too!
Thanks for making me part of your family for a short time. I will most definately be back soon and will sincerely recommend you to anyone looking for such a break.
Keith
PS. Can you arrange for mobile phones *not* to work up there?!!
Date of review:18th April 2004
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