Medella Vina Ranch

I went with some friends to the Blues and Vine event and it was so fun. The property is so peaceful. The women running the bar and wine were very friendly and had lots of information. I will defiantly be back to this event. The wine tasting was on $15 for 5 tastings and the Wicked Good Lobster Rolls which were always amazing.

Our fairly new boss decided to have our first team building experience to be horse riding. We were all pretty shocked and nervous about this adventure. But they took care of us and helped us mount and explained basic moves with the horses. My horse, June, was the sweetest. Our guide explained to us that they switch the horses up so they don't get "cranky." They know the horses' temperament and group them in the ride accordingly. The horses pretty much followed the horse in front of them so a few of us took pictures along the way. Our guide also placed our horses for our group photo midway our ride. The 90 minute ride was really enjoyable and we got to enjoy the sunset.

Medella Vina Ranch is gorgeous. I've only seen a glimpse of their wedding venue and wine room, it's truly a beautiful property! I volunteer here and whenever I see people out enjoying what this little ranch has to offer, they always seem to be having a wondrous experience. Come and check it out!

Beautiful grounds and a great place to take the kids for pony rides during their Market days.

What an amazing experience. This was an impromptu decision for us and they were able to fit us in quickly and early so we could continue our road trip to California. The office staff was friendly and helpful and the Wrangler/guide Melissa was amazing. She pointed out cool and interesting things on the trail and was more than happy to help us get some great picture. The mounts were sweet, well trained, and sure footed on the trails and terrain. My friend is an inexperienced rider and was very comfortable. We went to the new location they have at the Colossal Cave Park and the views and sight were awe inspiring! 10/1 would recommend for anyone!

Being in charge of horses or other livestock on a ranch of any kind is no easy task. Until I looked up the exact definition, I had no clue what the responsibilities of a wrangler actually were. I know the job. I just never tied the job together with the title. Audra, my guide, is a rodeo queen and a wrangler. Get it, girl! I am a former dressage and jumper in English riding style. After reading some of these reviews, I can tell her work, along with the work of her coworkers, is greatly underappreciated. First of all, it is always important to read over what you're signing before you get on the horse. You are riding a large animal with a limited intelligence level. Horses understand hunger, thirst, love, passion, fear, and exhaustion. Spend enough time around them, and their personalities will come out. Knowing this, you have to learn to trust your horse. You also have to understand that if something freaks them out, it's nothing personal against you. They are only trying to protect themselves the same way you would for yourself. There is only so much a guide can do and that's why you're signing disclaimers before you get on this beautiful yet unpredictable animal. Audra and I set out through the desert, taking in the scenery, and talking smack about everything that was on our minds at the moment. I was her only client on this particular morning. I was definitely spoiled! I don't feel like she had to worry about me too much considering my background (10 years past experience). I'm mostly just out of shape. I also hate riding with other people who have never been around horses. They tend to treat the experience with a condescending attitude and rarely respect the animals. There's a life lesson you learn when you grow up in the horse world, "If you fall off the horse, you get back on." Even if it isn't right away. Even if it isn't a literal translation. It means, do not dwell on your mistakes. Don't play the victim. Pick yourself up and move on! Riding teaches you confidence. The horses, if you let them, are your therapists. It is a literal practice: Equine Therapy. In this case I'm probably not applying it in the best manner, but for me that is exactly what horses do. I got on the horse with stress about my job, and my personal life. Once I got off the horse, I was sad to see it end, but I was emotionally refreshed and ready to get back on that horse you call life, and live it with a new perspective. Thank you, Audra. May our paths cross again!

Jim was an expert guide! He came out on Thanksgiving to give my daughter the best ride for her 8th birthday. The horses were really sweet and well taken care of. Jim gave us colorful commentary the entire ride which made it feel more genuine than generic tourism banter. Enjoyed our trek, the views were beautiful, horses were great, guide was a one of a kind in the best of all ways, and the experience was everything we wanted and more. Thank you so much!

Very nice venue. Yesterday afternoon - live band (The Xcelerators) and wine tasting. Food vendors, wine vendors, and miscellaneous gift sales. This venue also has what looks to be a very affordable wedding package. This would be the perfect place!

This venue deserves 5 stars plus!!! Four of us went for happy hour last night and were delighted with the atmosphere, the grounds are beautiful and so surprising to see luscious green grass! The drinks were reasonably priced and we enjoyed a snack from the Food Truck. We are already making plans to return and bring our own appetizers and more friends.

If you wanted a sweet venue for any future events check out this place it's really cute.