Fabulous+Free Horseback Riding+Petting Farm | House in Lake Placid

Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Welcome to a truly bonding experience with our beautiful horses and farm animals. You'll be staying in a fabulous home newly decorated in Modern Western. We strive to provide our guests with a true 'horse experience'. Your up-close and personal with our remarkably friendly horses, adorable miniature donkeys that will steal your heart. Come and meet all our farm animals including ...chickens, ducks, turkeys, and mules and a miniature horse.
We think of the Animal Lovers Farm as a little piece of heaven for families who love majestic scenery, enchanted forests, and being up-close and personal with animal life.
We want our guests to experience a variety of animal life.....wild species in their natural Florida habitant and also enjoying farm life with all our domesticated animals that includes horses, miniature donkeys, our mule, turkeys, ducks and chickens.
We traveled the state of Florida looking for the ideal location to create the Animal Lovers Farm. We settled on Venus, Florida (near Lake Placid). This area has exceptionally lush forestry with beautiful scenery that creates a unforgettable atmosphere for families to enjoy the out doors. Our 20 acre property has an almost spiritual feeling. A 'dome of light' covers the property. It's created from the intriguing shadows and enormous shade provided by the massive oaks and hanging Spanish moss.
Many of our guests tell us they have never experienced a more peaceful setting. Most importantly, this part of Old Florida is home to a wide variety of animal life that our guests can experience up close and personal.
One reason for the location of the Animal Lovers Farm is it's only 12 minutes from the breathtaking Fisheating Creek. A wildlife sanctuary. It's a well kept secret. An inspiring adventure for kayaker's (we supply FREE Kayaks) with its scenic beauty, beautiful clear waters and remarkably diverse collection of animal species in their natural habitat. There's an abundance of Bobcats, alligators, foxes, panthers, deer, and even bears. Exquisite birds are everywhere...blue herons, hawks, egrets, ibis...even the endangered Wood Stock. Seasoned bird watchers call it a 'must see attraction.' Many experienced kayaker's say the combination of prolific wildlife and the natural scenic beauty is as impressive as they have seen anywhere.
The beautiful town of Lake Placid is only 15 minutes away from the farm. It has several national brand stores. There are quaint restaurants and bars to enjoy. It was rated as one of 'top 10 most charming towns' in the United States by Reader's Digest.
The farm has a very private feel for guests. There are only 4 homes on the entire 20 acres. All our activities will keep everyone entertained whether it's a one day visit or a months stay. You can create 'ultra relaxation' or a heart stopping 'adrenaline rush'. Imagine filling the vacation day calendar for the whole family with unlimited access to these fun activities...
1. Enjoy our friendly horses. Whether it's watching, feeding, petting or riding.
Our horses are very gentle and love guests.... especially if you have treats. The farm is a beautiful property to explore and a real adventure for beginners (we have a horse handler to help with beginners) and real fun for experienced riders. This is beautiful Old Florida.... a horse lovers heaven. By the way, kids under 100 pounds love riding our beloved donkeys... a sight to see.
2. Our bright and cheery 'Chicken Shack' is flat-out fun. It's the farm 'hang-out'. We spoil our feathered friends. They free range and eat very well. When guests feed them treats, it's a high energy event. Families love spending time
playing with Rob the Rooster, several fat hens, cocky wild turkeys and a family of adorable ducks. Every morning, after Rob the rooster crows, guests are invited to visit the 'Chicken Shack' and gather fresh eggs. We like to say our 'pets will make your breakfast'. The 'Chicken Shack' has been called the Four Seasons for our lucky farm birds. There are swings and a trampoline nearby.
3. Everyone loves a campfire. The perfect place for families to truly connect with each other. People love seeing the happy glow of faces, young or old, as they gather around a roaring campfire. Laughing, eating and telling stories.....this is....as good as it gets. We take pride in the natural beauty of our firepit setting with it's easy outdoor grilling. But be aware....you may have a few 4-legged guests crash your party unannounced. Better have carrot treats ready.
4. Enjoy great fishing from our very cool boat in a majestic old Florida setting. The Glades Marina is less then an hour from the farm. Here Henry Ford and his pal Thomas Edison, visited their favorite spot to play cards. We keep a 40' Silverton Cruiser in the marina for guests to kayak, fish and party. You can fish from the boat or just chill-out with a cold one on the aft deck. The rustic marina atmosphere creates a peaceful vibe. The boat has air conditioning, streaming television, a small refrigerator and microwave. Plenty of room for 10 people to picnic on board. Guests can grill, swim or play golf. The marina offers a well maintained pool that includes locker rooms and showers.
We have only 4 residences spread out on 20 acres. The main house is decorated in Country Western luxury. Each residence is recently remodeled and decorated with love. Each is warm and cozy. We have Internet with Netflix, Prime and Hulu. It's farm living and guests love the country feel. We like to think we are creating the new gold standard for a truly inexpensive but remarkably entertaining family vacation for animal lovers.
Bottom line. Disney World is 90 minutes away. The average family of 4 spends $6000 for 5 days. The Animal Lovers Farm charges a lot less for an unforgettable experience . Sorry Disney.. kids and parents often say they had a more enjoyable time with us. It is no accident. Just read our reviews. Come visit. We'd love to see you.
Access to the entire 20 acres. Park anywhere.
Magical 20 acre property covered in Canopy Oaks. Truly magical.

Fabulous+Free Horseback Riding+Petting Farm is located in Lake Placid. Fabulous+Free Horseback Riding+Petting Farm provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, TV, Balcony/Terrace, among other amenities. This House features Pet Friendly, TV, Balcony/Terrace, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Fabulous+Free Horseback Riding+Petting Farm has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 2 persons. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Lake Placid has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Lake Placid, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.