Helen that sounds amazing ! I love how you and Rob keep coming with these ideas... The saddlecamp has come a long way from its humble beginnings. Love your work ... give yourselves a massive hug from me xcxxo, from Amanda
My daughter has attended saddle camp multiple times.
It is such a great week - lots of riding of all different kinds, great food and farm life.
Helen is a legend. Cannot recommend enough. From Steve
My daughter has had several riding lessons with Helen and she is AMAZING!
She explains everything really well at a level that my daughter understands, she is great with horses and kids and really has a strong passion to help get more girls riding.
From Tristan
Have had many birthday parties for my girls at saddle camp. We love it
From Sharyn
The girls had a wonderful sleepover experience for a couple of nights at The Saddle Camp.
Very well looked after horses and attentive staff.
We felt confident in leaving our daughter in their care and they had such a good time! From Moonlight
Helen is a fantastic host & the accommodation is great. Our kids had horse riding lessons & we’ve been back several times for the kids to do a trail ride & each time they’ve absolutely loved it! From Jen
The Saddle Camp is wonderful for young riders. Well done. From Debra
My Granddaughter attended a four day camp at Saddle Camp and in her words, "she had the best time". We are most fortunate to have the dedicated people there who look after everyone so well in every way.
I fully support their endeavours to have a roof built over their Arena, it will make a great difference, especially in our Climate. From Margaret
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Holiday · Friends
Genuinely such amazing experience! Whether you're staying in the "Tiny House" farm stay or sleeping over in the clubhouse for the horsie adventures, The Saddle Camp is such a unique place. It's homey and welcoming with endless things to do. PERFECT place to take horse crazy kids to stay or just looking for a relaxing, quiet retreat for couples, friends, family and more. The business owner, Helen Faulkner, is the sweetest woman you'll ever meet. 110% recommend! The girls that meet and stay for the overnight camps become lifelong friends and learn so so much about horses and farm life.
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5
Rooms
Clean, Fresh, lovely,
Nearby activities
Horse riding, trails, River, goat/chickens, town
Safety
Close to town, first aid kits in every building,
Walkability
168 acres or australian bushland to explore, 30 min walk to the river/2min drive.
Food and drinks
Lovely cheap homemade meals, GF, Vegan Veg friendy options as required,
Hotel highlights
Child-friendly
We love the saddle camp. Such a welcoming warm place to spend some time.
Helen is amazing with the kids and lovely with the horses. She has such great passion that infuses everything she does and it's really inspiring - not only for the kids but has been for the adults of our family as well.
The location is delightful, and having Bombay swimming area nearby that they can visit on horses is really special.
My son has been involved in saddle camp for some years and we hope we continue to be for years to come. It has become valued as aspect of our lives
Rooms: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Location: 5/5
Hotel highlights
Child-friendly
From Jodi
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Holiday · Family
What an absolute treasure to find Helen and enjoy the beautiful place she has created on her property. Not just a place to stay in a tiny home, but a place to experience coffee and treats on the covered porch overlooking the arena. A place where the kids keep running up to you to say ‘we met the goats’, ‘we fed the horses’, ‘can we ho to the swim hole’ and the best ever from a child: ‘when can we come back?’
And even better question as an adult: ‘where are the kids?’ And the answer is that they are not on their phones but off exploring.
A simple overnight here with horse riding the next day for my nine year old niece turned into a future of overnight camps and a her first job helping others.
If you have a daughter who’s just a little bit horsey you’d do well to put Helen in her and your life.
She is an inspiration. Gentle, firm and kind.
I feel very fortunate that we found her family farm and get to share in its journey. Thank you Helen.
Rooms: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Location: 5/5
Nearby activities
Horse riding, swimming and farm animals.
Food and drinks
Lovely onsite cafe. Excellent homemade food.
Hotel highlights
Quiet, Child-friendly, Great value
P.S. Kim’s niece is starring in this video The joy of being a Saddle Camp rider 💕. This has been enlightening for me 🤣 #ridetohappiness - YouTube
Helen is amazing, so much patience, knowledge and happiness. I wish there was something like that around when I was a young girl.
Rooms: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Location: 5/5
Hotel highlights
Great value
From Tricia
My granddaughter absolutely loves going to saddle camp, it's pretty much all she talks about for a month before and a month after. Helen is attentive, knowledgeable and friendly, and it's the only place my daughter feels comfortable leaving her child as we live nearly 4 hours away. According to my granddaughter, the food is also fantastic. Can't recommend the place highly enough.
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5
From Anita
Rooms: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Location: 5/5
Hotel highlights
Quiet, Child-friendly
From Inge
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starstarstarstarstar 2 days ago New
Holiday · Family
Helen, her team (including her family), her marvellous horses and the little piece of paradise she's carved out are an absolute delight. My girls and I learnt so much and very much appreciated the energy, compassion and every thoughtful touch that was put into our stay. The natural horsemanship is refreshing and inspiring. The space is peaceful and rejuvenating. Thankyou Helen and your family.
Rooms: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Location: 5/5
Nearby activities
Amazing time with all the animals
Hotel highlights
Great view, Child-friendly, Great value
This my daughter’s dream holiday, every holidays! Food, accommodation but most of all atmosphere was A+
I was able to work in the Tiny Homes while she rode horses all day. Living our best life
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5
From Maria
Our 7 year old daughter and her friend spent a girls saddle camp weekend at Helen's and had the best time. Helen and her family went out of their way to make it a weekend to remember. Horse riding, picnic, feeding the chickens and goats, fun horse games and a movie night.
On a different occasion, I came back to Helen's farm and stayed for 1 night/short stay myself. Again, we were looked after exceptionally well by Helen and one of her sons. Highly recommended to kids and grown ups alike. From Katharina
We have taken our granddaughter here many times. Great people, great atmosphere and location and great, great horses. Our granddaughter's favourite holiday destination. From Lance
My daughter has been attending camps for years and it is honestly her favourite place on earth.
She'd rather come to Saddle Camp than go anywhere else.
The helpers, the horses, the food, the fun, and above all, the instructor. Helen IS Saddle Camp. Her enthusiasm and obvious love for her horses and her riders are second to none.
Rooms: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Location: 5/5
Rooms: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Location: 4/5
Nearby activities
Braidwood town
Hotel highlights
Great view, Child-friendly
From Miranda
