Agnieszka (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Riding, Relaxation, and Real Improvement | It was an incredible experience from start to finish. The horses were exceptionally well trained—true teachers—and I felt like I improved with every ride.

My trainer, João, focused on correcting exactly the things that have always bothered me about my riding. Thanks to his guidance, I made far more progress than I ever expected in such a short time.

Jo (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) A dream holiday | Quinta Do Rol has exceeded all expectations- set in the most picturesque setting, nestled amidst the vineyard and orchards, the most beautiful lusitano horses and kindest most welcoming team await. I rode movements, such as the piaffe and pirouette, which I had only ever before dreamed of! The horses are so kind and generous and love their work. Having lost a lot of confidence due to bad falls, I was anxious before hand but immediately the team put me at ease and despite the forwardness of the horses, I always felt safe. A bonus was watching my friend (and new friends) ride whilst sitting in the gallery drinking the estate’s beautiful wine selection!

Louise (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Memorable experience with kind people | The riding exceeded my expectations. The horses were wonderfully cared for and turned out, experienced and responsive. The riding team were kind and provided the right level of feedback per riding ability.

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Lorraine (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Wondering riding holiday in a gorgeous estate | Well-trained horses that caters to various levels. As a novice rider, I learnt a great deal while having a lot of fun. Instructor João was excellent - encouraging, provides precise cues while keeping me relaxed. He knows the horses well and started me off with a gentle calm horse, and subsequently picking the right horse who each taught me different skills. Within just a week, not only did I improve my lateral movement, canter transitions, contact and suppleness, I tried many new movements for the first time - piaffe, passage, half-pass, spanish walk etc.

Gorgeous and well-maintained stables, both indoor and semi-outdoor. Lovely room with glass window for watching the actions even when you are not riding.

who has been on In The Saddle rides. Sublime dressage training in beautiful property | Excellent

Jenny (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) A brilliant holiday learnt a lot | The horses were really well cared for, and very highly schooled.
The instructors knew how to get the best from the horses and taught accordingly
I was pushed to achieve the things that I had asked to cover during my lessons but was also pushed further as the horses were very capable.

Linda (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Amazing experience! | The horses were all of amazing quality and good character. They were very well trained and even beginner riders can do difficult dressage exercises with them.

Rebecca (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Amazing bucket list experience!!! | Fantastic to ride a number of different Lusitano horses - all incredibly well schooled, with different strengths. And to have the opportunity to perform advanced movements like piaffe and passage was just amazing. The instructors were excellent, and showed real interest and care in each rider’s experience.

Jackie who has been on 9 In The Saddle rides. Dressage training experience exceeded expectations | Amazing highly trained Lusitanos with very good instructors. A variety of horses that you can ride different ones or request the same horse if you prefer.
Immaculately turned out and everything done for you so you just concentrate on riding and enjoying the facilities.
Fortunately an indoor school with good viewing facilities so it didn’t matter that it rained.

Ira who has been on 5 In The Saddle rides. Brilliant all round | Excellent instructors and very well schooled and well looked after horses. Couldn’t have asked for more.

Nicola (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Fabulous | Knowledgeable instructors Friendly, patient and good fun. Learnt a lot and did some moves I'd never done before. The horses were amazing, safe, responsive, well trained and very well cared for. Stables were spotless, and had very calm atmosphere. The schools were lovely, great surfaces.

I think the riding exceeded expectations.

Sue who has been on 16 In The Saddle rides. Fantastic dressage riding | 5 Star. Riding the beautiful and exceptionally well trained and safe Lusitano horses was a privilege. The instructors were very good at giving the right amount instruction, encouragement and praise to get the best out of me. I rode all the movements and improved as the week went on. Exactly what i wanted. The horses are extremely well cared for and the rooms, grounds, yard and arena are beautiful and spotless. Rita the owner went out of her way to ensure I was taken care of. I will be back, hopefully this year but definitely next year and will recommend this to all my friends.

Mandy (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Horse heaven! | They went above and beyond the trainers all 3 of them. They start you off on a sensible quieter Lutsatana (who knew all the high class work) to assess your riding ability. They can cater for beginners to advanced. They give you more and more sensitive horses each day, they are willing supple and each one taught me something else. I was lucky enough to have the most most stunning 7 yr old Neron (grey Lutsatana) who I fell in love with they kindly let me ride him 3 times in my 6 lessons. I was lucky enough to watch them training the youngsters, they love all there horse they are immaculately turned out and tacked up for you (gorgeous saddle and interesting plastic Pelham bits with one or two reins). I have already been transferring what was taught to my own advanced dressage horse, it worked rather well this morning riding him. I thoroughly recommend this holiday.

Sue who has been on 4 In The Saddle rides. My first visit to Quinta do Rol, and definitely not my last! | Fabulous horses, great instructors. The horses are (almost too) easy to ride, very well behaved, very responsive, and offer the more advanced movements willingly. All 3 instructors were cheerful, helpful, informative, and helped me make huge progress.

Tina Arlette (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) The first day I got two horses that were not me at all. Then I asked for horses that were more forwardgoing, then I got steady horses. I like fresh horses, don't want to have to push forward all the time. So I got two 6-year-old, lovely horses, sensitive and forwardgoing - it was great!

Freda (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Loved it 🙂 | Different horse every lesson - so listening to the instructor was paramount. Both instructors were excellent

Jo (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Out of this world experience | The riding far exceeded our expectations. The horses were immaculately presented and are clearly very loved. My 16 year old daughter, Lucie, rode 5 different horses throughout the week and was primarily taught by Jòao whom, like all the instructors, was incredibly passionate and knowledgeable, instilling such confidence and belief in Lucie to ride more advanced movements eg, piaffe, passage, half passs and one time changes. Nothing was a bother, the instructors and grooms constantly striving to give Lucie the best experience ever in a really fun way. She has learnt so much in a week.
We also had a lovely hack out around the estate - this was arranged once we had gotten there and discussed with instructors. [In The Saddle replies: thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are so pleased that your whole family enjoyed Quinta do Rol.]

Kathryn who has been on 3 In The Saddle rides. Amazing | Instructors are all excellent.

[Abbie from ITS replies: We are so happy that you enjoyed your return visit to Quinta do Rol. Thank you for sharing your feedback.]

Sibylle (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Everything and more | Very knowledgeable trainers, each and everyone could teach you something different. Well schooled horses, which rewarded you when you understood how to ask. Very humbling and educational experience

Michaeleen (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) I had the time of my life! | This riding adventure was not for the meek of heart--it was a dressage boot camp and I learned so much! The trainers were excellent and took their responsibility to make me an improved rider very seriously Rui and Miguel were on point yet kind, allowed questions and did further explanation of a riding skill I was struggling to master. The grooms were kind and the horses were so well taken care of. Even the dogs were a joy. Quinta do Rol met all my expections and more. I look forward to a return visit.

Rosie who has been on 4 In The Saddle rides. Fabulous ! | The riding lessons were just fabulous. The instructors were lovely and so knowledgeable! Right from the first lesson I was put at ease and Miguel and Joao matched me with the suitable horses for my level. They both pushed me out of my comfort zone and made me have the confidence to give it all a go and do movements that I had dreamed about doing ! All of the horses are well cared for and are very well trained!
[Becky from In The Saddle replies: Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback, we are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your holiday.]

Carina (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Absolutely amazing experience - sunshine, wine, horses and wonderful people | The riding exceeded my expectations - the horses were wonderful and very well looked after, and the instructors were excellent and very good at matching you to the right horse. I learnt loads and got to try some advanced dressage movements. Loved every moment.

Fi who has been on 4 In The Saddle rides. Excellent instructors helped improve my riding so much | Wonderful patient instructors who really tailored my lessons to me and what I wanted to improve.

Nicola (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Fantastic | Immaculate arenas, stables and horses. Beautiful building, excellent trainers and grooms.

[ITS replies: Thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your holiday].

Alison (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Amazing few days | The dressage training was an amazing experience, the horses were well trained and the trainers were very excellent.

[Abbie from ITS replies: Thanks so much for your feedback. It is great to hear that you enjoyed your dressage holiday at Quinta do Rol].

Linda who has been on 2 In The Saddle rides. Perfect! | The horses and instruction were superb and appropriate for my level of riding. All the riding facilities and care for the horses are exemplary, and also extremely relaxing for the rider. Everything about the yard works really well - including the adorable, friendly Jack Russell dogs who make one feel at home! I really enjoyed watching fellow riders’ lessons from the glamorous and comfortable viewing lounge/bar. The instructors are brilliant and intuitively gauge how to get the best from each rider. I will definitely return.

[Abbie from ITS replies: Wonderful that you had such a great time at Quinta do Rol. Many thanks for your feedback].

Kathryn who has been on 3 In The Saddle rides. Excellent | Horses immaculate and very well cared for.
Stables immaculate.
Lessons very well structured catering for individual riders needs.
Instruction excellent.
Facilities excellent including the viewing gallery with easy access to home grown wine
Improved my riding position which has helped with riding my own horses at home

[Abbie from ITS replies: We're so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Quinta do Rol. Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your experiences].

Janet who has been on 4 In The Saddle rides. Amazing | Met more than my expectations! An amazing place with stunning well trained horses.

Pam who has been on 3 In The Saddle rides. Lovely holiday | I enjoyed the horses I rode but would have liked some more advanced horses to practise more advanced moves. I appreciated and enjoyed the training for my riding and was happy with the challenges provided but would have liked a little more fun with the advanced moves too.

[Abbie from ITS replies: Many thanks for your feedback. It is great to hear that you enjoyed your holiday].

Jennifer (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Incredible horses! | Incredible experience! The horses were amazing and I was sad to be leaving. Can’t wait to go back again!

[Abbie from ITS replies: Many thanks for letting us know that you enjoyed your stay at Quinta do Rol. We very much look forward to arranging your return visit].

Amelie who has been on 3 In The Saddle rides. Fantastic dressage training on Lusitano horses | The trip was absolutely incredible. It was everything I’ve always hoped for in riding and haven’t been able to find before. Riding Lusitano horses has been a revelation for me. They are everything I’ve always dreamt for in a horse, forward and ultra-responsive while being quiet and safe, super smart, perfect size for me and a lovely temperament. Perfect schoolmasters! All the horses I rode were amazing and they all taught me something different. All three trainers were really great too, again teaching me different things and constantly pushing me to improve. I got to ride piaffe, passage, Spanish walk, flying changes and one-tempis for the first time, which was incredible and a lot more than I ever expected I’d be able to do!

Ashley who has been on 2 In The Saddle rides. Memorable | Beautiful horses and great trainers and grooms
I was lucky enough to ride experienced advanced horses and also some not used in the school much yet due to the stage of their education so great variety.
We were not asked about if we wanted to do anything other than lessons. When we did ask for a hack it was soon accommodated and one of us wanted an inhand lesson which they quickly organised too
We couldn’t use the gym as used as storage and we were told couldn’t use the pool either.