We have visited Bellrowan Valley horse riding for over 5 years. Mark and Julie take the time to understand your skill level and then match you with the appropriate horse. They look after you from start to finish. The horse trails are excellent and there is a great damper and tea/coffee waiting for you at the end of the ride. Highly recommended for any age group.
I looked at the options for horse riding in Port Macquarie and Bellrowan Valley looked like a real experience and that's exactly what we got. I surprised my friend for her birthday and I was so glad I did. I got to the carpark, which seemed like in the middle of the bush. Then Mark arrived in his 4WD and picked us up for the drive into a beautifull valley! We are riders with experience and there were also beginners. We were a bit worried about that, but there was nothing to worry about. The guides split us up with the level of experience and we had a great ride! We enjoyed the beautifull rainforest and had a real aussie bush experience! :) As we are from Holland this was just the experience we were after. Thanks Mark and Julie and all of your lovely and funny animals! Especially Angie the goat, Basil and Jet the doggies, and our horses Honey and Merlot!
I've been on many trail rides around Australia and I can honestly say this is the best. Well suited for experienced, inexperienced and nervous riders. Horses are very well looked after and responsive. At all times I felt completely safe. Had a fantastic time and loved every minute of it!
Booked a 1hr trail ride family of 5. Children aged from 11-16 all first time riders. After being met at the car drop off point at 1.30pm we travelled to the homestead. The introduction to the horses and lesson put everyone at ease. The ride itself through the valley was breathtaking. It truly felt like we were part of a Man from Snowy River old Australian experience. Teens were captivated living in the moment the whole ride. After everyone was comfortable, Mark taught everyone the beginnings of trotting and was patient with all of us - as were the horses! The horses were amazing - mostly automatic and knew what to do with such inexperienced riders but the kids still felt like they were using their new skills. After an amazing ride we went back to the homestead for damper. Arrived back our car by 4pm. This is more than just a one hour amazing trial ride - it is a glimpse into Australia's history.
My husband and I came here while we were holidaying in Port Maq. He had never been on a horse while I had ridden before. Even though our group was a mix of experienced rider and beginners, Mark made sure everyone had an enjoyable ride. Beginners were given time and tuition, the others enjoyed a fast ride. The horses are from the same blood lines and are all beginner safe. All horses are healthy and beautifully cared for. Riding here was the highlight of our holiday and I would recommend Bellrowan to everyone. We will be back to do the overnight ride!
Highly recommend a stay with Julie & Mark along with their clan of exceptionally well loved and cared for horses , the ride was so well organised with all you needs catered for , amazing food , very comfy & cosy cabin and super friendly atmosphere.
Great horses and great trails both for beginners and experienced. Went to Bellrowan as an experienced rider concerned this would be like other places I had visited where you got on a horse, walked out to a mark and turned around and walked back again. This did not happen at Bellrowan with beginners given their own guides and taken for a more subdued ride and experienced riders had the chance to enjoy controlled trots and canters. I would say this was the best place I have found for an enjoyable ride.
Thanks to Mark, Julie and the Bellrowan team (both with two and four legs) for an awesome getaway! From the hold onto your seat 4WD into the property to the evening campfire and baked dinner during my overnight stay, I couldn't have felt more welcome. It was a great way to end a day and start the next. I went for two rides on different horses, Merlot and Sam- its been a while but so great to be get back in the saddle again, thanks guys!
With no experience at all riding a horse, I was impressed and amazed at how well the horse handled me and how excellent the staff were! Definitely worth a visit if near Wauchope. Hopefully next time we have more time and can do a longer trek!
Great rural location - not too far drive from our camping haven at South West Rocks - and pleased to start the adventure with a drive up to the property with the owner, his trusty dog and a reliable Landcruiser troopy. I was a little apprehensive, not being a natural horserider and not much of a risk taker, however the staff were all super encouraging, calm and I felt at ease. There was a mix of riding ability in the group we were in, and the experience was tailored to each level and everyone had a big smile on their face at the end of the ride. Lovely horses, that are well looked after - and wonderful Australian landscape topped off the adventure. Highly recommended. Will go back next year!