TJ Stables

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20 reviews

· Chatham, Chatham Kent, Ontario

30 acres hosted by Terry J.

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Welcome to TJ Stables, an award-winning, recreational, fully accessible equine facility. Located on a picturesque 50-acre farm located in Chatham-Kent, Ontario. We are open year-round. Campers can choose from 2 unique stays: Tipi Overnight Adventure - A stay in an authentic Indigenous made Tipi Little Cabin in the Woods - A small cabin that sleeps 4 TJ Stables is home to the Rare And Endangered Anishinabe Ojibway Spirit Horses thought to be the only existing breed of horse developed by Indigenous people in Canada. While at TJ Stables you are encouraged to add this experience as an extra where you can walk amongst these little horses and experience their incredible spiritual power. Listen to the stories passed down by generations of First Nations People about their bond with these little horses. Along with the spirit horse walk, there are many authentic experiences to choose from in the extras section and something for everyone to enjoy!

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100% Recommend39 ratings · 20 reviews

This campsite offers a peaceful and family-friendly atmosphere, with a warm welcome from the hosts, Terry and John. Guests appreciate the clean cabins and the unique camping experience in tipis, despite occasional weather challenges. The opportunity to engage with animals, particularly horses, and learn about indigenous culture is a highlight for many visitors. While most reviews are positive, a few guests noted discomfort during rain when staying in the tipi.

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Patty Y.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Site 1 - Tipi Overnight Adventure

The tipi was nice except when it rained. We got wet. Next time I'll stay in the little cabin. But the 2 hour horse ride was wonderful. Missy was so very patient with us newbies and was so friendly. She really made our stay. The staff were all really friendly. Nice to go somewhere where you are made to feel at home. The experience with horses made us all feel at peace. Thank you f Missy for a wonderful experience 1

Zodiacdrex D.

9 months on Hipcamp

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· July 2024

Great experience!

Site 1 - Tipi Overnight Adventure

Overall the stay was Fantastic! The staff are very friendly and willing to help with any questions you may have. it was very peaceful and the views of the pastures along with the small wildlife were great. We also took the 2 hour trail tour ride which we highly recommend The staff are well trained with the horses along with easy to tell they have a real passion and love for their animals, even unexperienced riders will be having fun and feel comfortable by the end of this tour.

Laura F.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· June 2024

Wonderful stay definitely recommend

Site 2 - Tipi Overnight Adventure

We had a really wonderful stay. The staff were extremely helpful and accomodating. From collecting us from the train station and making sure we had everything we needed, to even taking us on a small trip to the nearby lake. We stayed in the tipi just next to the pond which was very picturesque. In the evening, we had the spirit horse talk. A lovely lady came and explained a lot about indigenous culture and the impact of the spirit horses, before we went out to greet the horses. It was a very genuine and insightful experience. We then were able to use the facilities to cook up a BBQ and a wood fire. The next day we went trail riding on the horses. It was a new and exciting experience for us. The horses were calm and fairly easy to handle for novices and there was plenty of instruction and encouragement. In the afternoon, we were taken to the lake very kindly by one of the staff members. As the weather was looking to turn stormy in the evening, we switched to the cabin which our hosts had offered us. They helped us move our bags and took us to the grocery store to grab more food too. There's a tonne more great things I could say about this experience but I will leave it there and state the obvious: we would definitely recommend this experience to others! Just make sure you bring some big spray 😉

Fenil Rahul B.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· July 2023

Nature and camping

Group trip ·

Site 3 - Tipi Overnight Adventure

I loved camping in tipi. Amazing. Great. Overall nice and clean.

Sobia Y.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· June 2023

Best Experience

With kids ·

Little Cabin in the Woods -Sleeps 4

It was one of best experiences we had, very friendly staff, neat and clean cabin with all basic needs, beautiful and calm environment. Kids absolutely loved it.

Suellen E.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· May 2023

Group trip ·

Tipi Overnight Adventure

Beautiful grounds & horses. Sleeping in a tipi was very comfortable. The hosts John & Terry were very considerate.The spiritual experience and knowledge shared was enlightening. Looking forward to going back.

Location

Chatham, Chatham Kent, Ontario, CanadaTraditional, ancestral territory of Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ, Myaamia, Attiwonderonk (Neutral), and Mississauga First Nations according to

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