Secret Garden Cottage, Horse Farm

Welcome to the Secret Garden Cottage at Stables by the Sea, a quiet retreat on our ten-acre working equestrian farm and nature preserve. Our land and ponds are kept in their natural state, so you'll feel a million miles from the city, even though shops, restaurants, and every amenity are less than a mile away.



The cottage has two bedrooms that sleep four. For up to six guests, the den has a Tempur-Pedic pull-out mattress that sleeps two more, best for a couple or kids who can share. Step out to your private fenced backyard, watch the horses in the paddocks, and spend the evening under a sky full of stars. All water on the property is softened and filtered, and the unit has a Brita filter, a hair dryer, and an iron or steamer.



Life here is slow and peaceful. Enjoy the horses, chickens, and dogs from outside the fences, pick up fresh eggs laid right here on the farm, cast a line in our fully stocked pond, go bird watching, or explore the eclectic local towns nearby. Want to meet the animals up close? Just ask, and we'll schedule an encounter with our staff.



Who stays with us: we're loved by nature lovers, bird watchers, farm-to-table folks, and anyone who wants out of the city to enjoy nature and animals. It's very, very quiet here, which also makes it a peaceful home base for travelers and remote workers.



For equestrians: our facilities are built for serious riders who train through the winter season or come back every year and want to stay on-site with their horse, just minutes from Wellington and WEF. The farm has six barns with 25 stalls and a grand prix size arena. We're also proud to be home to EQ Dreamers, a nonprofit that helps serious equestrian athletes chase their Olympic dreams. Interested in riding lessons? Ask about EQ Dreamers Academy.



Pets are welcome ($100 per pet, up to two). A charcoal grill and a small gas fire pit are available on request.