Esteemed Equine

Saddle up to 173-acres of world-class equestrian facilities and programming.

Home Is Where Your Horse Is

Palmetto Bluff’s equestrian center, Longfield Stables, has long been the subject of equine envy as it stands out among some of the best equestrian facilities in the country. With an extensive facility that boasts a covered arena with state-of-the-art GGT footing, an outdoor dressage arena, and a turf jump field as well as the main barn and receiving barn, both featuring oversized stalls, and over 10 acres of trails, including a cross country course designed by Olympian John Williams…even the most passionate horse lovers and owners will agree that Palmetto Bluff’s Longfield Stables is something special indeed.

The dedicated team at Longfield Stables offers equine enthusiasts a plethora of services including grooming, boarding, exercise, and general horse care. You’ll also find a robust offering of activities throughout the year.

Lessons

Riding lessons are the most requested activity throughout the year by members and guests who want to expand their riding skills and equestrian knowledge. Our experienced instructors emphasize that all programs in the activity barn are focused on education, on or off the horse, and personalized experiences.

Private Guided Tours

Offering custom group tours, the Longfield Stables’ expert guides will take you through the main barn, covering the Club Room, Tack Room, Covered Arena, and Lower Barn. There are plenty of opportunities to get up close and personal with our horses and ask any questions you may have about Longfield Stables.

Pony Rides

Our pony rides are perfect for children ages three to 11. Longfield Stables’ kind and gentle ponies are the ideal introduction to the world of horses, and our friendly staff will guide the pony and rider through the equestrian center, pointing out the sights and sounds of our beautiful grounds.

Trail Rides

Experience the Lowcountry and immerse yourself in nature through customized trail rides with Longfield stables for riders ages 12 and older.

Boarding

Features include: Two boarding barns: 24-stall main barn and additional 14-stall barn, club Room for member events and gathering in main barn, private trainer access, 14' x 13' well ventilated box stalls with rubber mats, automatic fly control system, special pricing for Palmetto Bluff property owners, indoor grooming and wash stalls with hot/cold water, 250' x 130' covered arena with specialized GGT footing, dressage court, Turf Jump Field, Cross Country course designed with Olympian John Williams, double fenced pastures and paddocks seeded with Bermuda, Bahia and Rye grass, over 10+ miles of riding and carriage driving trails, resident Equestrian Manager.

Longfield’s Beloved Residents

Longfield Stables offers everything from pony rides to jumping lessons, horsemanship classes to trail rides through the maritime forest. Lessons are immersive and comprehensive with an emphasis on horsemanship and care.

Winter

Winter is pure white with pink skin, which is very rare. She has to wear sunscreen all the time! She has been featured in weddings and even a Ralph Lauren photo shoot.

Mare / 25 Years / Pony / 13 Hands / White

Virginia

Virginia comes from Onyxford Farm in Virginia, her full name is Onyxford’s Miss Virginia. Virginia is one of our tried-and-true lesson ponies and works well with everyone from beginners to advanced jumpers. She's very sweet and trustworthy.

Mare / 17 Years / Pony / 13.2 Hands / Palomino

Roxy

Roxy came to Longfield with one of our equestrian members. She can jump up to two and a half feet with lead changes. And she absolutely loves trail riding. She has a lot of personality and can be sassy with her friends!

Mare / 10 Years / Welsh Pony / 13 Hands / Strawberry Roan

Scarlett

Scarlett is our local sweetheart from Pelion, South Carolina. She just wants to cuddle! She does pony rides even though she’s not a pony.

Mare / 19 Years / Quarter Horse / 15.2 Hands / Chestnut

Phoenix

Phoenix is a gaited horse and has a comfortable third gait called an amble. So he is ideal for trail riding! It’s like riding along on the couch. He loves water and, given the chance, will drop down and roll in the mud!

Gelding / 15 Years / Kentucky Mountain Horse / 14.3 Hands / Chestnut with Flaxen Mane and Tail

Rafiki

Rafiki is trained in dressage up to level three, but he prefers the trails to the sandbox so we use him as a trail horse! He prefers to be out on the open trail to fancy horse dancing. His favorite treat is Twizzlers, and his best friend is Pheonix.

Gelding / 15 Years / Holsteiner / 16.3 Hands / Bay

Deacon

Deacon is our largest horse. He was trained to fox hunt in Aiken, South Carolina, and New York and can jump up to four feet. We often put advanced riders on Deacon. His best friend is Joab. They are inseparable! Deacon thinks he runs the stables, and even when he’s out working he will whinny to the other horses to let them know he’s still in charge.

Gelding / 12 Years / Percheron Friesian Mix / 17.3 Hands / Black

Joab

Joab is so sturdy and unflappable, we’ve had a trained ninja backflip off his back! He is a bit lazy and prefers to be petted and cuddled above all else. Deacon is his best friend, and when the two are separated, they call to each other.

Gelding / 15 Years / Marsh Tacky / 14.1 Hands / Dun

Bravo

Bravo is Joab’s cousin. He is super sweet and the most versatile horse in our stables. One year for a Marsh Tacky demonstration we taught Bravo to jump while his rider flew a kite from his back.

Gelding / 15 Years / Marsh Tacky / 15.1 Hands / Red Dun

Join the Club

As part of the Palmetto Bluff Club, Longfield Stables offers first-in-class service, amenities, and events for members and guests. Whether you’re a horse lover, golfer, a gourmand, a fitness buff, a tennis fan, a hiker or horseman, biker or bowler, you’ll find like-minded members throughout the Club. Set along the Bluff’s lush, magnificent landscapes, venues including Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club, the May River Golf Course, Longfield Stables, and Coles celebrate the sporting and social camaraderie inherent to the Club lifestyle.