Comfort
Accommodation is in a guesthouse located in the same property as the stables. The guesthouse has nine en-suite rooms, some of which are suitable for families. On the ground floor, there is a spacious dinning room where meals are served. There is a lounge area with a bar and a fireplace so you can relax in the evenings. Wi-Fi is available.
Meals
On this holiday, you will experience a variety of Romanian dishes and western cuisine. All meals offer a wide variety of organic produce that are harvested directly from the property’s garden. The meat is also organic and locally sourced. Jams, spreads, breads and desserts are home-made.
Special diets can be accommodated. Please let us know in advance.
Climate
In spring and early summer, temperatures are pleasant (20-25ºC). This is a great time to enjoy the spring flowers in full bloom.
Summer may get rather hot (especially July/August). Riding hours during these months are often adjusted to avoid the afternoon heat.
Autumn is a nice season to visit and enjoy the beautiful fall colours (average temperature of 18ºC).
The winter is somewhat unpredictable though there is usually a good chance of snow in January/February.
Tips
Tipping is common in Romania. We suggest around €40 for the staff for a one-week stay.
Packing list
Please pack carefully and sensibly: the following guide is here to give you an idea of what to bring. This list must be adapted depending on the season and individual needs.
For a full day outdoors in winter, you will need base layers (such as long thermal leggings), warm mid-layers, socks, a scarf or buff, a hat, gloves, and outer layers (jacket and trousers) that protect against wind and water. Remember that natural materials like wool are usually warmer.
We recommend that you bring proper winter hiking boots. Riding boots may not be enough to keep you warm.
Head
- Helmet
- Sunglasses - with a cord attached so they don't fly off when riding
- Buff or scarf
Upper body
- T-shirts
- Long sleeved shirts
- Warm fleeces or jumpers (wool/fleece is recommended)
- Warm and waterproof jacket
Legs
- Long underpants (to use under riding/casual trousers)
- Riding trousers or jodhpurs - we recommend riding in them at home before taking them on holiday to ensure they don't rub
- Waterproof trousers (to use over riding/casual trousers)
- Casual trousers for the evenings, such as jeans or tracksuit bottoms
Hands and Feet
- Winter hiking boots with half chaps
- Winter shoes for non-riding activities (or you can use the same hiking boots as for riding)
- Several pairs of socks (woollen socks are recommended)
- Thin gloves to wear as a first layer
- Waterproof gloves as a second layer
Other useful items
- Toiletries
- Bumbag for carrying items whilst riding
- Water bottle
- Ear plugs
Medical kit
- Any medication you regularly take
- Sunscreen and lip balm - should be high factor
- Blister plasters in case of any rubs
- Antiseptic cream, plasters, aspirin, anti-histamine, insect-bite salve etc...
- Spare prescription glasses/contact lenses
- Eye drops
- Imodium or similar anti-diarrhoea medication
- Antiseptic wipes
- Handwash gel
Our Recommendations
- Backpacks cannot be worn whilst riding. We recommend a small bumbag or a coat with pockets so that you can carry small items with you during the day.
- We recommend travelling in your riding boots and carrying your hat and some riding clothes in your hand luggage - then if your luggage goes astray you are still able to ride!
- You should also bring a copy of your passport/insurance in case you lose your documents. You can also save a copy into your mobile phone.
