Tell me about carriage rides

[Susiesnowflake]

Can anyone tell me about the carriage rides at PO and FW? Has anyone done both? What did you like about each? Thanks for sharing!

 

[maggiew]

We did the carriage ride at POR. It was fun. There is room for 2 adults and 2 kids. One of the seats is narrower than the other, so it may not fit 4 adults very well. We started our ride on the patio at POR outside the main check in area. We went through part of AB and then through all of Magnolia Bend. The horse clip-cloped along and it was a nice slow pace. The driver was very nice and answered all of my DDs questions about the horse. It cost $35 (I believe) and the driver only takes cash. We also tipped him. The funniest thing about the ride is that as we were passing by all the buildings in AB and MB, people shouted from their rooms - "How can we get a ride?" Everyone wanted to ride.


Maggie

 

[travelin' tigger]

My DBF and I did this last Dec. and it was very romantic. Ours was at 8pm and went through the woods on a closed off road. Relaxing - enjoyed it very much. Our driver was Linda and our horse was Scotty.

I highly recommend!!!!

 

[Susiesnowflake]

Thanks, Maggie & Travelin Tigger! I'm thinking a carriage ride might be nice when my husb and I are down. Can't decide which one though.

 

[shellybaxter]

Anyone know if Champaign (sp) can be arranged on these rides? Thought that might be romantic.

Shelly

 

[travelin' tigger]

"We took a carriage ride at FW last year in September. Linda was our driver and Scotty was our horse. Our ride was right at twilight time and it was peaceful and romantic. There were deer and bunnies out along the paths. The smell of the honeysuckle filled the air. It was just the perfect end to a quiet evening out. I highly suggest it to anyone. It was a 30 minute ride for $30 and we tipped the driver. From 6:00 to 10:00 PM - carriages depart from Crockett's Tavern at Pioneer Hall. Call 407-824-2832 up to 60 days in advance for a reservation."

I think I recall people saying you can bring your own champagne, but you can call the number above and they can give you a definite answer!!!

 

[wedindis'00]

can yo make reservations before you go...or do they have to be made on site?