Horse Riding Holidays in Southern Spain
Together with a team of helpful, friendly staff and 30+ fabulous horses, we provide luxury horse riding holidays and Bed and Breakfast in Andalucía, Spain. We are Christine and Paul Hartfield from the UK.
In 2008 we moved to Cortijo Uribe with our two horses and two dogs and started renovation work. Whilst working on this project we seemed to attract rescue horses and dogs to the house. People also asked for riding lessons and we employed some locals to help. As more 4 legged animals arrived we set up the business as a foundation and began to re-home, dogs and re-educate horses. After many years of re-educating horses we are now in positon to sell some of our amazing Andalusian PRE’s and other breeds. Spainish Dressage horses for sale
We then decided to have guests to stay to help with the cost of this passion. Come and join us and share in the happiness this project has bought to our lives, whilst having an amazing horse riding holiday in Spain.
Whats been happening at Hacienda Horses this week?
Boy and Torcala displaying their talents.
He can jump really tucked his front legs up nice horse 👏👏👏
I understand that this horse is for sale stunning contact hacienda cortijo
Fabulous, a couple of show jumpers there 😊 xx
Absolutely beautiful 😍
So excited to be coming over! 🐴
How is that Torcala! Wow! Xx
Stunning! 🤍🖤
They look lovely. 💕
Penny busy keeping horses fit waiting for guests to return. One day we will share a glass of Cava with everyone.
Can’t wait to come back x
Some information for those who have booked with us for later in the year or for those who are thinking of doing so, if you choose Andalucia for your holiday you will be covered as follows:
Andalucía Introduces “International Travel Insurance” Bolstering Its Credentials as a Safe Visitor Destination
Andalucía, one of Spain's most popular tourist destinations among Brits, has consolidated its credentials as a destination safe to receive international visitors with the introduction of a new “International Travel Insurance”. This new insurance is valid for all non-resident international travellers and provides visitors with free COVID-19 insurance for stays at any type of regulated establishment in the region from 01 January to 31 December 2021.
The International Travel Insurance comes as part of a strategy from the Government of Andalucía to help the recovery of its tourism industry which is vital to supporting the local economy. Following on from the UK Government's announcement regarding the roadmap for recovery, the region has seen a surge in bookings from the UK and this insurance aims to further install confidence amongst the UK travelling public to help bolster the summer season and beyond.
The types of coverage and circumstances covered in the case of a COVID-19 infection include medical, surgical and hospitalisation expenses with a maximum cost of €4,000, medical expenses for transportation and repatriation, as well as the costs of extending a stay at the regulated accommodation for the policyholder and their companions.
Juan Marín, Vice President of the Regional Government of Andalucía and Minister of Tourism, commented:
“The introduction of the International Travel Insurance for Andalucía has consolidated our preparedness to once again begin receiving tourists. Hospitality and tourism are vital to the local economy of Andalucía and the UK is an important source market for us; so it is with pleasure that we can confidently say we are in a position to welcome back our British visitors. Andalucía is a destination that offers a plethora of attractions from beautiful hillside towns, expansive areas of natural landscape, pristine beaches and a profound cultural heritage that has given rise to incredible art, architecture and gastronomy. The diversity of our tourist proposition coupled with the assurances that the International Travel Insurance brings to prospective tourists makes Andalucía a top choice for Brits planning their well-earned overseas holiday.”
Further information on the International Travel Insurance for Andalucía is available at www.andalucia.org/en/travel-assistance-insurance
Scarlet and Jorge take out the carriage. Beautiful weather and she was foot perfect.
This little mare is priceless, she turns her hooves to anything. So clever
Aww Scarlet happy memories she looks lighter in colour 😍😍
How beautiful, horse & scenery! 🐴🌞🌴🤎
Beautiful. What a sight and sound to behold.
Aww scarlet xx
Paul and I return to the UK with rescue dog Dizzy who has found a fabulous new home here. We wish him and his new family a great life together
I hope Dizzy you are as happy as Benji in your new life 💕
Aww so happy you found a hooman for Dizzy xx
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Hi everyone, hope you are all healthy and staying as happy as you can in these uncertain times.
Just thought I would touch base with you all with an update.
We are still open!!!
We have had to reduced staff to a number sufficient to be able to look after the horses and the Cortijo until you are all able to join us again.
Your return will be so important to enable the business to continue and we send a huge thank to those of you who have left your deposits and continue to change your holiday dates, which must be frustrating for you all as it is for us.
We were supposed to be full for April and May, but with the restrictions, which we totally understand the need for, we do now not start with guest until the end of May. We will continue to keep the horses and Cortijo looked after until you can all return to us.
We look forward to sharing a glass of cava with you all when the respective governments allow us to.
Please be aware that a negative coved test will be necessary to travel to Spain for many countries. We are also following covid guidlines to ensure the safety of our guests once you arrive.
We send you all love and virtual hugs and truly hoping you stay safe and well.
Christine and the Team
Both the horses and the Cortijo look absolutely fabulous. Can’t wait to be there. I’ll need to change my dates one more time... but will definitely make it over soon. Mx
Hope to return as soon as its possible Christine to your beautiful Cortijo and horses -sending support and best wishes x
Hoping to come over later in the year xxx
Looking forward to the day all is going to be a little bit normal 😍
Absolutely gutted we had to cancel. But we will be back ASAP xx stay safe guys
Everything crossed for my stay in september. Love to you all xx
Fingers crossed and praying my latest reschedule is a go!! Sending you many positive thoughts!!
It’s a beautiful place you have there & stunning horses of course! 🐴🌴❤️
Can’t wait - this is the longest I’ve been without a Cortijo fix for over 5 years - roll on September xxxx
I miss you so much! Can't wait to come back! 💕
Hello, hello, hello! Had such a lovely time in Oct 2020 when I snatched a few days between lockdowns. There was a personal and homely vibe with fewer of us there and I’m so looking forward to returning as soon as I can. Love and supportive thoughts to you all.
Cant wait to come back🤞🤞🤞🐴
Hope you are all well xx
Such a dreamy place!
John Merrills we have to go back!
Debbie Harbinson
Who said Andalucian horses didn't like water. After our recent rainfall, Gorrion showed us that he loves puddles😍😍😁😁
Ellen Stevens hij is daar nog 😍
Haha, funny! I hear often that every Grey horse loves a good mudbath!
He’s definitely does love a puddle! 🐴💦 🌴🤍
Having the best time😀
Letting off some steam! X
Think pw is jealous...
Fabulous!🤣
Messy boy 😂
Bit of a novelty I think..... 💕like when ours see sunshine 🥴😂👌💕
😁
Haha brilliant 😁
Some of you may already know that Vengador and I were in the Andalusian Championships 2 weeks ago. We had the privilege of coming 2nd and representing Malaga province who came first in the Provinces league. This is what I posted on my FB today.
Thank you all for your kind comments. It has been great to be competing again and with the encouragement of Penny I have been able to keep going.
Not sure if you know but I bought Vengador 2 years ago, he was thin and his neck had a terrible wobble in it, he had a skin infection and is still very sensitive. His previous owners were on the verge of putting him down as his paperwork was not correct.
I met him, liked him and worked on all the above to get this incredible result. He is so clever I cannot practice the test on him or he takes over. So I practice on PW who loves to show off. PW does not do the higher level movements, but at least I can practice where they should be.
My main problem is remembering the test, which is why I am concentrating so hard. I put in the last picture so you can see the look of relief on my face and on Bens when we get the test right.
It's been a lot of hard work but soooo worth while. I love this boy, I think he enjoys it as well. 🐴🐴😍😍
Well done Chris thats fab. Hope you are all well. See you later in the year hopefully xx
Fantastic!! Congratulations 👏👏
Well done, amazing.
Great achievement ! Keeo it up x
Huge congratulations 🥰
Congratulations 🌺Very well done🥇👏🐎
Congratulations, amazing 👏 👏 x
Fabulous xx congratulations xx
Well done!! 💖🐎🥈
We wish all our friends the best Christmas possible and we look forward to meeting again in 2021. Stay safe and happy, hugs from all the team xxxxxxx
Sarah Joseph
Wishing you all a very happy Christmas. Let’s hope 2020 will be a good year for everyone 🎄🎄🥂🍾💕
Happy Christmas everyone - missing our visits so much! Xxx
Merry Christmas Christine and Paul and everyone at Hacienda Horses - lets hope 2021 is better for everyone 🙏
Happy Christmas to you all. Making lots of wishes that we will be back to stay soon. we hope you have a fabulous New Year. xx
That is a lovely card, filled with great memories waiting to be continued. Wishing you the Happiest of Christmas’s
Merry Christmas to all my two and four legged extended family! Lots and lots of love xx
Happy Christmas to all of you at hacienda horses, can’t wait to come back ASAP in 2021 xx
Merry Christmas to all, wonderful memories and still more to be made.. stay safe and well 🤗 xx
Hope you all have a wonderful christmas. Hope to see you in 2021. Please give Darius a christmas carrot from me xxxx
Wishing you all the best Christmas possible and a healthy 2021 x
Happy, happy Christmas to you all🎅See you next year xxxx
Merry Christmas see you all in 2021 xx🎄☃️❄️
Merry christmas and all the best for 2021
Merry Christmas to you all, from me and Farruco (who’s about to experience his first sub-zero night!! 🥶) Stay safe and wishing you a happy new year x
Merry Christmas to you all. Hope it’s not too long before we can visit again 🎄🎄🎄🎄
Merry Christmas sonya and happy new year to you all 🎅🎄🤶🎁⛄
Merry Christmas one and all!🐎🐎🐎
Merry Christmas to you all too xx
Merry Xmas to you all and look forward to seeing you in 2021 x
Christmas Dream.... to come to Hacienda Horses in 2021!!!!
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU [email protected]
Merry Christmas 🤶 🌟 ☃️ 💖
Happy Christmas to you all 🎄 x
Hacienda Horses has been awarded 5 star status with TripAdvisor for the 5th year running ~ Thank you all for your kind comments that helped place us there
Spanish Horse Riding holidays for all Ages & Abilities
No Singles Supplement
At Hacienda Horses we welcome many single horse riding travelers. We do not charge a Singles Supplement have created a warm, friendly, safe place to stay.
Perfect for Short Breaks
Whether its the weather, the exchange rate or you are in need of a Short Break, we are not as far as you think to come and Ride with us.
Our Holidays in a Nutshell
Want to know in a Nutshell what we offer here at Hacienda Horses? There is so much to tell you and what to expect – Where do we start to tell you!
Horse Riding Holiday Itinerary
We will do our best to accommodate your wishes. Whatever you decide to do there is no traffic so you can just enjoy your ride, the amazing weather and the spectacular views.
Horse Riding Holidays for All
We have a range of exquisitely schooled horses to suit every riders ability, from complete beginner to advanced dressage. Come ride with us in a truly wonderful part of Spain.
Beautiful Apartments
Stay in our beautiful Apartments and enjoy Horse Riding in our stunning Andalusian countryside.
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Our Location
We are situated next to the village of Mollina, in the Malaga province of Andalusia. The Cortijo is a short 40 minute transfer from Malaga airport. With excellent train and bus services, the location is perfect for those who want to experience the cities, towns and villages of the Andalucían region and the real Spain. We have three stunning, historic & very different cities of Seville, Cordoba and Granada a little over an hour away. Closer still, within a 15 minute car journey, we have the beautiful medieval town of Antequera, the cross roads of Andalusia.