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We provide a private equestrian retreat located on Martha’s Vineyard, offering custom  boarding and retirement options designed for horses to relax, socialize, and truly enjoy life. Set within a peaceful landscape, our horses benefit from generous space to move freely and the consistency of exceptional care.

About Us

Our Retirement Program

About Us

At Tashmoo Pond Farm, our devotion to horses is matched only by our commitment to exceptional care. With over 45 years of experience, we continuously refine our approach, blending time-honored horsemanship with thoughtful, modern practices. Every detail of our farm is designed to elevate the well-being of our horses, offering them a tranquil and beautifully maintained environment. 

Facility

Our Retirement Program

About Us

Our farm is thoughtfully designed to keep horses comfortable, social, and happy.  The property features expansive 1 to 5 acre pastures, large run-in sheds for every herd a main barn with spacious fully matted stalls,  shed row barn and a  grass derby field and excellent access to scenic riding trails.

Our Retirement Program

Our Retirement Program

Our Retirement Program

We offer customized retirement boarding, tailored to the individual needs of each horse. With flexible pasture or stall options, small and carefully managed herds and attentive daily care, we create a calm, supportive environment where horses transition smoothly and comfortably into retirement.

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Summer Boarding

Boarding and Lessons

Our Retirement Program

Visiting the island for the summer? We offer weekly/monthly/seasonal boarding for your horse, featuring spacious box stalls and private grass pastures. Please contact us to learn more about availability.

Boarding and Lessons

Boarding and Lessons

Boarding and Lessons

Our  facility provides top-notch care for your horse. With spacious stalls, daily turnout, and a custom nutritional program, your horse will feel right at home. Boarders and ship-ins may also enjoy lessons with Tony Workman, a distinguished American hunter rider, trainer, and U.S. Equestrian Federation (USEF) “R” judge. 

Cottage for Rent

Boarding and Lessons

Boarding and Lessons

Come stay with us, with or without your horse. Our brand-new one-bedroom cottage features a large screened porch with fireplace beautiful outdoor dining area that overlooks open fields and historic stone walls, offering a peaceful and private retreat.


    Equine Retirement at Tashmoo Pond Farm

    At Tashmoo Pond Farm, we offer a peaceful and caring retirement home where horses can relax, socialize, and enjoy life at their own pace. Our focus is on each horse’s comfort, happiness, and overall well-being, with attentive daily care and thoughtful herd management.

    Our Retirement Program

    We provide customized retirement boarding designed to meet the individual needs of every horse.

    • Combo of Pasture and stall board
    • Small, carefully managed herds or private turnout
    • 24/7 turnout with spacious run-in shelters
    • Daily hands-on care and observation
    • Smooth, stress-free transitions into retirement

    The Farm & Facilities

    Our farm is designed to keep horses comfortable, social, and safe year-round.

    • Multiple pastures ranging in size from 1 to 6 acres
    • Large run-in sheds for every herd
    • Medical paddocks
    • Round pen
    • Main barn with 7 roomy, matted stalls
    • Social stalls with grilled walls
    • Stalls available for overnight care
    • 4 acre derby field with a jump course
    • Central access to miles of riding trails

    Feeding & Nutrition

    Every horse receives a feeding plan tailored just for them.

    • Fed 2 times daily, 3 if they need it. 
    • Free choice top-quality Orchard/Timothy hay
    • Triple Crown and Cavalor grain
    • Stress free feeding
    • Supplements optional  (SmartPaks™ preferred)

    Daily Care You Can Trust

    Horses checked over twice daily

    • Weekly grooming and regular bathing
    • Fly spray, blankets, and fly sheets as needed
    • First aid and medications given when required
    • Monthly photo and health updates for owners

    Wellness & Comfort

    We support our horses with optional a la carte therapies that help them feel their best.

    • BEMER therapy, in-house
    • Red Light Therapy, in-house
    • Massage using the Wilson-Meagher Sports method, in-house
    • Monthly Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Massage
    • Riding/hacking

    Ongoing Care & Maintenance

    We stay on top of routine care to keep horses healthy.

    • Hoof trims every 5 weeks. Our fields have excellent footing for barefoot horses. 
    • De-worming based on fecal exams
    • Annual vaccinations

    Veterinary, dental, farrier, and special medication costs are billed separately.

    Location

    Located in Vineyard Haven on Martha’s Vineyard, just 5 minutes from the ferry terminal. If you want to come visit your horse, we will pick you up and drop you off at the ferry. 

    Accreditation

    Proudly recognized as an USHJA-approved equine retirement facility.

    Contact Us

    67 Lamberts Cove Road, Vineyard Haven, MA, USA

    tashmoopondfarm@gmail.com

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