Quinta do Rol - Portugal

Quinta do Rol

5 star rating   30 September 2025

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!


The Riding

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How would you rate the overall standard of the horses, tack and stables?
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The Accommodation

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Do you have any comments about the accommodation and food?

The accommodation and food is typically Portuguese and simple. It felt very homely. Sylvie and her team looked after us impeccably and ensured that we wanted for nothing. Everything felt very clean and though the food was simple home style cooking, it was healthy, nutritious and very delicious!


Before Your Holiday

Did you have all of the information you needed to:

Plan and prepare for your holiday?
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Feel comfortable about your transfers and what to expect?
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How could we improve the quality of pre-holiday information that we send?

Communication with In The Saddle has been faultless from start to finish. I had all the information I needed and more -and the beautifully presented information booklet on the leather case was such a special touch.


How could we improve the way we handled your booking and payment?

My husband dealt with this side and everything for him was straightforward and perfect. Nothing too much trouble.


Do you have any other feedback for us?

Thank you!!! This holiday has really enabled me to rekindle my passion of dressage and fall in love with riding again. 😀