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Miniature Horse & Donkey Oasis

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· Saranac, Ionia, Michigan
5 acres hosted by Rachael D.
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Our vision: Giving people the opportunity to spend time with our Miniature Horses & Donkeys. We’re excited to offer the chance to experience the relaxation and peace that practicing yoga outside with these amazing animals creates. Miniature Horses & Donkeys each have their own unique personality, and are bound to make you laugh! They are affectionate, and love cookies - graham crackers, vanilla wafers, carrots, apples to name a few…. Our goats are sure to entertain as well, quite often they jump our fence to visit campers. We have a flock of chickens wandering the property, they’re quite inquisitive. Our Catahoula Leopard Dog - Zhara loves to meet new people and other dogs. There are multiple camping areas on the property that are right near the pastures so campers are able to interact with the animals easily. Learn more about this land: Immerse yourself in miniature horse & donkey ranch life!  Beautiful hilly area with trees for hammocks, and secluded camping.   Amazing sunsets!  Find relaxation in a Yoga class with our Miniature Horses & Donkeys.  Inquire upon arrival to schedule (class is dependent upon availability/weather). Secluded camp area is on the back hill behind the barn.  There is a fire ring, toilet, and mowed path to drive close to campsite. (see pictures) Camp area near driveway in front of the pastures, is in an open field, with a fire ring. Toilet is behind the barn. Our animals are the stars of the ranch, we have a herd of miniature horses & donkeys, and goats. Bourbon the goat quite often jumps the fence to visit campers.  All of the animals love treats (graham  crackers, vanilla wafers, carrots, apples), not too picky!  The chickens and guinea fowl roam the property freely, so you're sure to see them out & about too.
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22 ratings · 18 reviews
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Emily W.recommends
October 17, 2021
Miniature Horse & Donkey Oasis
Truly an oasis!
Staying here was seriously such a dream! We have a small teardrop camper, so we parked right next to the front pasture. We had friendly horse and donkey visitors all day and loved getting to spend time with the animals. Rachael and Pablo were a joy to get to know and such kind, generous hosts. They made us feel like they were happy to have us there and experience their property. Definitely one of the best private camping spots I have been to and would highly recommend!
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Michael A.recommends
October 3, 2021
Miniature Horse & Donkey Oasis
Amazing and Unique Experience
My friends and I had an amazing time at the Miniature Horse & Donkey Oasis. We camped on the back hill and had plenty of space with three large tents. The views are awesome and you really get to be close to the animals the whole time. Definitely recommend doing a yoga session with Rachael. It was a great morning workout and the goats and donkeys joined in with us. It was a very unique and special experience to be that close with the animals and to see how friendly they are. Couldn’t recommend this place enough!
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Sarah S.recommends
September 27, 2021
Miniature Horse & Donkey Oasis
We had such a great stay! Rachael was very helpful and all the animals were extremely friendly. We loved visiting with the goats and donkeys. Can't wait to go back someday!
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Leta V.recommends
September 26, 2021
Miniature Horse & Donkey Oasis
Solo camping weekend
Really enjoyed my stay here. Very quiet, and was fun to interact with the animals. Rachel was a gracious host and gave me some good local intel when she found out I had plans to hike in the area. I was camping alone, and this was the perfect place to relax and feel totally safe.
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Julie E.recommends
September 8, 2021
Miniature Horse & Donkey Oasis
A definite must-go for the area.
Wonderful cozy farm for quick, easy camping. Hosts were very helpful and accommodating. Petting the mini houses and donkeys were a real treat, our puppies had a blast.
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Desirae W.recommends
August 31, 2021
Miniature Horse & Donkey Oasis
Fun and relaxing for all ages.
Second time staying, this time with the kids and they absolutely enjoyed their self. Rachael is an amazing host and yoga instructor! Highly recommend Miniature Horse and Donkey Oasis.
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Saranac, Ionia, Michigan, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Peoria, Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ, and Odawa First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Rachael D.Joined in May 2021
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