FERGUSON OTHER FIELD GUIDE
10' x 12' Open-Air Covered Stalls at Leatherwood Mountains: Paddock-Side Equestrian Base in Ferguson
A concise guide to the West Barn outside stalls—what’s provided, what you must bring, and the health-and-safety requirements for a short stay with your horse.
10' x 12' Open-Air Covered Stalls at Leatherwood Mountains: Paddock-Side Equestrian Base in Ferguson.
Experience the charm of an equestrian facility nestled on Leatherwood Mountains with spacious 10' x 12' open-air stalls, a community tack room, inside and outside wash pits, and direct access to a riding arena, round pen and sand paddocks—designed for horse owners who want a practical, mountain-side place to stay with their animals.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Spacious stalls, tack room and wash pits
The West Barn offers 10' x 12' open-air covered stalls with dirt floors, a community tack room, an inside wash pit with hot and cold water, an outside cold-water wash pit, bathrooms and a shower—everything arranged for practical horse care during your stay.
Arena, round pen and sand paddocks
Guests have access to a riding arena, a round pen and four sand paddocks—offering space to exercise and work with horses on site.
Self-sufficient horse care
Stalls include one bag of bedding; extra bedding is available for purchase. Guests must supply their own buckets, water, feed and hay, and are responsible for feeding and cleaning stalls during their rental.
What the day feels like
What the stay actually feels like
This is a hands-on, horse-owner–focused stay: you’ll arrive prepared to care for your own animals, settle into a covered 10' x 12' stall, use the community tack room and wash pits as needed, and ride in the on-site arena, round pen or sand paddocks. The operation is set up as a working equestrian facility in a mountain setting and emphasizes responsible biosecurity and self-sufficiency.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this setup is best and least suited for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Stalls are offered as rentals ranging from 1 to 7 nights; for stays longer than a week, call the operator to arrange extended bookings.
Check in at the Leatherwood Mountains main office in Ferguson, NC.
Bring your own buckets, water, feed and hay; stalls include one bag of bedding but extra bedding may be purchased or brought by you. You are responsible for feeding and cleaning your stalls.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can I rent a stall?
Stalls are available for 1–7 night rentals. For bookings longer than a week, please call the operator.
Where do I check in?
Meet at the Leatherwood Mountains main office in Ferguson, NC for check-in and directions.
Are there vaccination or health requirements for horses?
Yes. Proof of current Coggins is required annually; proof of flu/rhino (EHV-1) is required semi-annually; proof of rabies, tetanus, EEE/WEE and West Nile Virus is required annually. Health certificates and vaccination records are recommended if coming from out of state.
Is feed or hay provided?
No. Guests must bring their own feed and hay and are responsible for providing water and buckets.
Are dogs allowed on the property?
Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a leash at all times; loose dogs are not permitted on trails.
What amenities are available for horse care?
The barn provides a community tack room, an inside wash pit with hot and cold water, an outside cold-water wash pit, bathrooms and a shower; stalls include one bag of bedding and there are hitching rails near the tack room.