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540-336-4070
312 Fairview Road
Gore, VA 22637
RaynorsHilltopFarm@gmail.com
My husband and I are relative late comers to the horse owner lifestyle, and really novice horse people, deciding in our late 50's that this is what we wanted to do.
Sharon was there with us at the beginning of our journey. She patiently worked with us, teaching us on our chosen horses, and helped give us a good foundation. Unfortunately, not long after purchasing our horses I had a fairly serious horse related injury and was hesitant about ever riding again...thinking, OK, I do love these horses, but I'll love them from the ground. But Sharon came out to visit one day and convinced me that I could get back on and ride again. I was a nervous wreck, but I finally did it, knowing that she was right there. She gave me the confidence to ride again and continue my journey with my horses from the saddle and not just from the ground. That was two years ago and today I am happily riding and enjoying every moment with these magnificent creatures.
Sharon knows horses and truly loves them and she loves people and is attuned to their needs and abilities. I'll be forever thankful to Sharon for getting me back on my horse...I never dared dream that I would ever have this comfort level with horses.
Thank you, Sharon, and God bless you and your horses and the people that come into your life.
You have a special gift and you make in difference in the lives you touch.
Sincerely,
Nancy Waldron
Horsewoman
Sharon is very knowledgeable of horses and their care and training. Her riding instructor/trainer is also knowledgeable and patient. I am very comfortable with the care my mares receive and am glad I am back in the saddle again.
Jody Cadd
We’re so grateful to be a part of your horsemanship journey. Whether you’ve found confidence in the saddle, peace in our barn’s quiet rhythm, or simply joy in watching your horse thrive, we’d be honored if you’d share your experience. Testimonials from clients like you help others feel the spirit of our farm—the trust between horse and rider, the care in every detail, and the sense of belonging we strive to offer every day. Thank you for being a treasured part of our barn family.
-Sharon Raynor
There comes a point in every rider's life when he/she wonders if it's all worth it.
Then one look at the horse, and he/she realizes - it is.
-Kelly Stewart
Very friendly, knowledgeable, affordable and well taken care of. Definitely recommend.
Integrity Electrical Services
Winchester VA
A little over a year ago I was looking for a place to board my Missouri Foxtrot, Mae. She has some unique needs as she is a rescue who had previously foundered badly and can be a cantankerous mare. (Aren't they all?) Sharon and her crew at Raynor's farm love Mae. They have helped her to settle down and be comfortable. She is currently the best version of herself! Sharon and her trainer continue to help us work through new "scary" things, so we can live our best life together. We Love Raynor's Hilltop Farm!"
Amy Hepner
Very loving & fun atmosphere. Sharon’s love for horses shines through the moment you meet & start talking to her. I had the opportunity to sit in on a few moments of a lesson and the instructor is awesome! Her client was a young child and she was very safe And interactive with the lesson. Chose Raynor’s for all your lessons & boarding ! You WILL NOT be disappointed!
Riley Sine
Riding Instructor
Raynor's Hilltop Farm is a very nice place. I love all of the horses, they have been raised very well. It's very nice & neat!!! I have learned a lot from here, and I LOVE IT!! I am very excited to go to summer horse camp this summer at the Raynor's Farm!!
- Kelsey Painter
I have known Sharon and Tom Raynor for many years
on a personal basis and a business basis and it has always been a positive experience.
Barb Sullivan New York
My daughter Erin and I took lessons for several years and Erin was involved with the Riding Club at farm.
Sharon Raynor always gave above and beyond what would be expected . We payed for an hour lesson and she must have spent closer to two hours with us. Her program included bringing the horse into the barn, grooming and tacking as well as riding instruction and ended with untacking and putting away. Sharon is very professional yet personal and very organized. The first lesson was all about horse handling and grooming for riding. Safety was always stressed. Her teaching methods were such that it was easy to learn and love the sport and the horses. The program was excellent preparation for owning a horse of our own. Students were expected to learn to be responsible for them selves , the horse and the tack. She became a valued mentor to us. It was a pleasure to be a pupil and a friend we were sorry that she and her family moved out of New York State. The horses and the farm were always well cared for, neat and clean.
The riding club was open to any of the children who were in the program and were interested in learning more. It was setup like a 4-H or Pony Club. Sharon always had a lesson appropriate for each age group. Always organized and always fun. Erin was involved with the Riding Club.
I would recommend Raynor's Hill Top Farm and Sharon Raynor to anyone.
A. Dawn Theisen-Good
172 River Road
Potsdam, NY 13676
Owner of two horses, Dawn's First Flight, 22 year old American Warmblood, and Seminole Chick Indio,"Champ",13, Registered Paint.
Such a great experience for our daughter. Camp taught her there’s a lot more to horseback riding than just riding. Wonderful experience!
Meredith Hawkins
Raynor hilltop farm is the best place to board your horse/s.
My horses get top notch care by Tom and Sharon who have extensive experience with horse care and behavior. Sharon will care for your horse as her own and will give suggestions and recommendations without being pushy and annoying about it.
The best part of boarding my horses there is they treat my horses as their own and treat me as a friend and not just a boarder writing them a check.
One of my horses had a pretty bad colic episode recently at no fault of theirs but actually my own fault and because of their attentiveness, knowledge, quick thinking, and quick reactions he made it through. They not only treated my horse as one of their own during this unfortunate event but they also were very attentive and supportive to me. They even went as far as keeping an eye on him that night. Poor Tom was shining the flashlight in his paddock every 5 minutes for the first hour or so just checking on him when my horse got back home from the vet. Sharon and Tom worked right beside the vet and myself to treat him and even after he was on the road to recovery they worked right beside the vet and myself again to make a plan and necessary changes and enforced it to prevent it in the future. I am forever in their debt for taking the best care of my horses they could ever possibly get.
