Dream Horse Guesthouse

A Family/Pet/Horse Friendly
Bed & Breakfast!

9532 State Route 7 ~ Kinsman, Ohio 44428
kinsmanbarncats@embarqmail.com ~ 330.876.0428 Tel/Fax

Guest Comments

6/06/09 "Wonderful B&B.NICE grounds, NICE cats.NICE horses.NICE guests.GREAT Innkeepers!!Thanks so much for a wonderful three days! I had such a relaxing time watching the horses. Everything was wonderful. The shop is to die for. Thanks again," Tom from Knoxville, TN

6/06/09 "Thank you so much for putting all of us up in such a great house -"Red" (the guest Quarter Horse) is loving the girls (Dream Horse mares) and being able to stretch his legs. Good luck with your Haflinger mares!", John and Mariko delivering a horse to Iowa "We loved it here - the house is absolutely wonderful - whimsical!" John

6/09/09 "We could not have asked for a better place to stay, and we are "fussy" dressage people! Kind hosts, beautiful, serene, and artistic B&B with two congenial, well-read, well-traveled hosts who welcomed us at 1 AM after long trailering from the coast to our Michigan farm with smiles and nothing but concern and care for our FET dressage horse. Our best horse hotel experience, clean stall, well-bedded, immediate water, hosts stayed to make sure horse was at ease. Excellent access. Excellent paddocks with secure fencing. Our horse also fell in love with our hosts' beautiful, pregnant Haflinger mares. Much horse talk, superb breakfast, horse photos." Diane & daughter Courtney and "L'etoile" from Brighton, Michigan "Superb hosts to horses & people! Superb, well-decorated and great food & folks. This hotel provided the single very best experience we have had in putting up our FET dressage horse during long trailering between venues.Truly Outstanding, Caring People."

6/06/09 "Great room, wonderful breakfast!" Jerry & Patti "We had a wonderful stay at your B&B. Very unique. Breakfast was delicious. Thanks for sharing your home with us."

6/14/09 ".for making us feel welcomed and pampered. Breakfast was delicious. We celebrated our 8th anniversary & hopefully we will make it a tradition to stay at Dream Horse. What a lovely visit. Thank you & God Bless." Heather & John

6/22/09 "I was impressed with the accommodations and the friendliness of the owners. It far exceeded my expectations and I will definitealy stay here in the future and I will refer it to my family and friends." First Time Stay - John

6/21/09 ".has such charm, character, and great hosts." Stephanie & Shawn, Delta Society, Trec. Cntr - Erie "What a wonderful get-away for our 6th wedding anniversary. Thank you for the great breakfast and hospitality!" (pet lover therapy)

6/20/09 Lynn and Mark engaged here on June 19

6/21/09 "Came out to unwind and distress. This is a beautiful, unique, peaceful place. More impressive is our host & hostess. Allan & Catherine are interesting, fun & wonderful hosts. We appreciated the relaxed atmosphere, the really comfortable accommodations & the wonderful conversation! Thank you both so much! They even made "Peanut" feel at home." Allan & Beverly, celebrating 15th anniversary & Fathers' Day

6/22/09 "Wonderful. The B&B was beautiful and relaxing".kindness during this hard time. My family really appreciates it." Chris & Chetrice, Indianapolis, Indiana (attended Foreman funeral)

6/24-25/09 "Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Made to feel welcome - I am from the south and was treated with same hospitality." Judy

6/24-25/09 "Great stay! Was blessed by my stay. Lake Mothers' Day get-away!...wonderful time.rooms were amazing." Crystal, Jennifer, and Judy of Geneva, Ohio

6/26/09 "Your place is wonderful! We had a very nice stay. Horse facilities are great. " Steve & Charlene of Elk, Washington ".Hospitality is excellent!"

6/26/09"Traveling from Wyoming to New York with horses we found an oasis for tired travelers in Ohio, very accommodating, clean, great food!"Robert

6/26/09"Love the place. The bed and food were wonderful." Bob and Marylou of Sundance, Wyoming - (going from Washington state (by Sandpoint, Idaho) to New York) to deliver 2 paint horses)

6/26/09 "Very personal attention, very friendly, rooms/suites well-appointed, unique accommodations" Nancy 4th grade teacher from Rhode Island visiting brothers in Boyd's Home, Kinsman

6/26-27/09 "Wonderful atmosphere. Great retreat. Great food, and friendly people, we will recommend" Mike & Jane from New Castle, PA "Best looking barn I've ever seen."

6/26/09 "Had a wonderful weekend. Unique décor. The bed was very comfortable. We were given special care by owners. Excellent breakfast. Wonderful conversation with owners. Thank you." Lois & Al from Washington, PA

6/29-30/09 "Thank you so much for everything. I had a wonderful stay, as did my dog "Piper". The setting is gorgeous and the owners are so hospitable. The breakfast was delicious! My room was clean and stylish, as was the whole place. You have a beautiful place that I would highly recommend to anyone." Rachel of Madison, WI

7/2-3/09 "A beautiful & relaxing place to come & get away from it all. .great hosts - all your needs are met right here & met spaciously. We highly recommend this treasure in Ohio. At a time where rest & relaxation were so greatly needed - What a blessing! The room was beautiful and remote - such a spiritual healing. Thank you for the peace and joy that revels here! We'll definitely be back! Thank you! Thank you! May God bless and prosper you & yours" Therese & Larry from Washington

7/04/09 "Amazing stay! The room was awesome and the view was beautiful. The owners were very nice and able to show us around. We felt right at home. The horseback riding was amazing & we're glad we went even with the rain. Ray had a nice time. God Bless!" Cara & Ray (mission worker with Marine who served in Iraq)

7/04/09 ".this B&B is my favorite so far." Brian & Erin (both tattooed, with motorcycles; realtor with a computer specialist.)

7/04/09 "This guesthouse in a pastoral setting, is a wonderful restful retreat; the innkeepers, are so amazing and personable. We enjoyed chatting by the fire, interacting with the horses and cats. An excellent experience!! Thanks so much. God bless! Absolutely wonderful!! Thanks ever so much for your hospitality. You two surely have the gift of hospitality. I look forward to seeing you again. Blessings and Shalom" Noreen of Ravenna, OH

7/04/09 "This was a gift from my mother for us three sisters to be together. In memory of my other sister, Jamie, who passed away from breast cancer almost 2 yrs ago, this was a retreat we all needed. In our busy lives we don't have time to "stop and smell the poppies", but we surely did here. Thank you for a lovely, restful visit. You are wonderful people." Nancy, St Clairsville, OH

7/05/09 ".great evening & breakfast.we enjoyed our night with these fine folks" Shel & Nancy from Hudson, OH

7/04/09 “The room was amazing. I’ve stayed at other B&B’s but this one is my favorite so far. We felt very comfortable and at home during our stay.” Brian & Erin

7/09/09 “Overnight gift! Great food and conversation! Wonderful woodworking! I enjoyed talking to you about our ideas and mutaual interests. Thank you so much. Laurie “Overnight gift. Outstanding! Really unique building.” Erin

7/19/09 "We were in Ohio for a family reunion and had a lovely stay at the Dream Horse!" Gavin and Elva (mother and musician son) from north Sarasota, FL "Thanks for a great stay! Wonderful food, great room -a perfect location for our nearby famirly reunion. Hope we'll see you again!"

7/19/09 "This is a lovely place!" Megan from Columbus, OH "Thank you so much for your hospitality! The food was wonderful. The rooms were so comfortable and our group had a lovely time!"

7/19/09 "Catherine and Allan were great hosts. We really enjoyed our stay. Thanks you for being so accommodating, listening to our silly stories, and doting on our every need. We really enjoyed our much needed girls' weekend! Thank you so much!" Kristin, of Lewis Center, OH

7/19/09 "Thank you for opening your house up to us for the weekend. It was a beautiful time & we appreciate everything you did for us. The food was wonderful! Wanda from Westerville, OH

7/19/09 "Our stay exceeded all our expectations - truly a perfect stay - whether relaxing on the front deck, soaking in the one of a kind ambiance, or trapping Allan's & Catherine's exceptional knowledge of the area. What a pleasure and our 4 yr old loved it, too!" Maureen, Dave & Wyatt, psychologist & optometrist

7/19/09 "Thanks so much for everything this weekend. I was very RELAXED. The B&B is FAN-TAS-TIC!" Jenny of Columbus, OH

7/19/09 "We had such an amazing time! You both are such wonderful people - thank you for a great weekend." Jaimie, Algonquin, IL

7/23/09 "The room was very nice and comfy. We went horseback riding and went to Lake Pymatuning to see all of the carp there. It was a relaxing place to visit." Brittany & Nick (picture of a couple with Misty & Mae)

7/26/09 ".for a wonderful stay! Our room was lovely and we really enjoyed it."

7/26/09 "Happy Trails" was wonderful. Breakfast delicious. Very warm and friendly. A beautiful place." Karen & Rich

7/26/09 ".so much for a lovely time. May see you again at next year's reunion." Jim & Becky "Zip Line"

7/26/09 "The Gypsy Wagon room was beautiful, the spa refreshing, breakfast delicious and the innkeepers warm & welcoming." Hannah

7/30/09 ".From an Arc to a Wildcat, fro an LT to another! Thanks for having us. May your bisiness see prosperity ad your good health continue. Mary Ann (naval nurse) from Andover and Kevin (occupational therapist) from CA & Hawaii

7/31/09 “Wonderful Place! Not far from beaches, Pymatuning. Real beautiful throughout, charming wide floor boards, friendly cats, hummingbirds loved! The leather & wood bed!” Kate

8/03/09 “Extremely relaxing and enjoyable B&B! Persoanable hosts and unique & luxuriuous rooms.” David

8/02/09 “Vacation in United States. Thank you for the nice stay and your hospitality! The surroundings are wonderful and the rooms nice & cozy. Super breakfast! Thanks, Best Wishes.” Jules & Ireen, travelers from Holland

8/01/09 ".for a comfy stay! Your are both so nice! Thank you also for the wonderful breakfast. Now I know what to do with beet greens! I loved the bed! If you ever want to get rid of it???...Best Wishes!" Tom & Kate

8/09/09 "Great weekend get-away place to recall with great people & service!" George & Rhonda "We came for a special biarthday weekend, 2nd we had sucha wonderful time. The B&B is beautiful, and we can't wait to come back. This could be a start to a yearly B-day tradition. We had a birthday celebration at breakfast that was so special. Allan and Catherine had a beautiful B-day cake for us. They made our stay very special. And we can't wait to come back. Thankyou" George & Rhonda, Bean, Mellissa & Jenna

8/7-8/09 "Allan & Catherine made us feel warm welcome. The B&B was beautiful and our stay here was memorable and can't wait to return. " Beau, Melissa & Jenna

9/01/09 "Traveling with show jumpers from the Hampton Classic. Fantastic B&B. Great food, great people, great hospitality." Ben & Jackie, from Red Rock, Texas This was great! Can't believe all the talent between the two of you! Breakfast was yummy and the visit was a pleasure. Thanks for the tour!"

8/31/09 Interns & clinicians headed for Illinois horse expo: "We loved Dream Horse Guesthouse. The Haflinger and NASH foals were a joy to watch! This was very enjoyable!" Cristin, Chelsey, Erika "Wonderful people, beautiful facility, and fabulous service made us feel like at home and like family."

9/01/09 Overnight with horses, travel to Illinois horse clinic with interns: "Thank you Catherine & Allan! What a wonderful home, B&B, you have. We enjoyed ourselves immensely! Best to you both! We'll be in touch. Warmly," Caroline (Catherine bought instructional DVD's from her) "...We'll be in touch."

8/22-25/09 "Relaxation, quietness, peacefulness, kindness, we felt at home. Highly recommend! Also, thanks for sharing the birth of your horse and making us apart of your joy during a time like this. Congratulations to you and your husband on the birth of the foal. We will be back it t was so a plessure in meeting you and Allan, you two are great people and a pleasure to be around. God Bless you and may many Blessings come. " Barry & Paulette "2009"

8/30/09 "Surprise gift from in-laws Brother & Sister love treated us for my birthday, this was the best gift of all I could ever have. The two of you are wonderful people, we have had a wonderful time. Your place is beautiful " Linda & Danny, from California "Lots of Love".

9/4-6/09 "Room was very clean and decorated nicely, breakfast was wonderful. We loved the rustic appearance." David & Carmen

9/5-6/09 ".for the wonderful visit. The extra effort for getting me to the ox roast was greatly appreciated. Thank you both for the hospitality and fellowship.extremely nice accommodations, great food, friendly owners" Earl, who went to a Christian motorcycle event from Dream Horse

9/6/09 ".for a great stay. The room was great and so are the people. Felt like we had known them forever. Breakfast got our day going in a wonderful way. God Bless You!" Tom (Salvation Army employee) & Debbie (the owners served them a birthday cake)

9/7-9/09 This was an escape from the city: "Thank you so much for the wonderful stay. I cannot wait to come back again next year. We had an awesome time - so peaceful, relaxing, but fun all rolled into one. Thank you for the delicious breakfasts. We will of course be looking forward to the trail walks and storytime for the horses. Thank you for being such wonderful hosts." Danara, Toledo, OH

"Hey! I just want you to know that you will never be able to understand how much this trip here meant to me! I absolutely loved it! I am really looking forward to coming back next year! Your horses, too! Thanks for everything! You are nice! Sara (Danara's sister)

9/12/09 ".for an outstanding evening and breakfast!! You made our anniversary (11th anniversary) very special. Your B&B is fascinating and we enjoyed your innovation." Heather (pain clinic nurse) and Mark (geologist)

9/13/09 "for such an enjoyable stay. What a lovely bed and breakfast!! The pancakes were amazing." Stephanie & Angelo from Jersey City, NJ

9/12/09 ".for such a wonderful experience! It was great to be able to have a place that's so homey and special for family & friends to be comfortable and enjoy the "wedding weekend" here. You two have a unique place & we'll pass the word to everyone. Great innkeeper, incredible breakfast and atmosphere. The newly married: Debbie & Bert from Boardman, OH

9/14/09 "We felt like guests of family and friends. Beautiful property of flowers, horses and close to lake area for sailing. These innkeepers are very unique individuals and very attentive to everyone's needs and desires. The mattresses were outstanding!! The food presentation and taste were 1st class. We're sorry to leave. Thank you for all our memories. May God Bless your lives. Sincerely" Donna & Bill

10/24/09 "What a lovely setting looking out of the windows at your lovely property was such a nice why to start the day. Thanks so much for the great breakfast!" Laura & Paul, know the Gates Mills area & history of thoroughbreds in area

10/24/09 "Thank you so much for your hospitality. This is the most beautiful B&B we have ever stayed in. I feel the four of us are kindred spirits, esp. you & I keep on horsing around, then take the trail with them that God leads you to! Thanks again, Love " Debi & Larry (lasting friendship)

10/23/09 Marvelous stay: "We have thoroughly enjoyed our 3 nights & breakfasts here! Excellent accommodations The Dream Horse is beautiful & your hospitality gracious. We will be returning! Thank you! John & Carol, from Plano, Texas

11/01/09 "Meiring and I are very thankful for your hospitality and generosity for our little weekend get-away. Not only did we enjoy the inn and surrounding area, we also very much enjoyed chatting over breakfast, which was absolutely delightful. We are looking forward to visiting again perhaps when the leaves are in full color on the trees!! Thanks!" Sarah & Meiring

10/30/09 "Wonderful B&B: Very charming atmosphere, great food, gracious hosts - what's not to like. I will definitely be back." Lucy, microbiologist

11/6-7/09 Great Getaway: "Very nice stay. Great experience & great hospitality, The coolest place!" Beth (repeat guest & horse owner) & Dale with poodles

11/20/09 ".for a great stay. This was a great midpoint for our trip to visit family for Thanksgiving. Breakfast was great! Thanks," Jeff & Holly

11/18/09 ".for making our 25th Anniversary something to remember. We will absolutely be back in the future!! Thank You" Carol & Dennis

11/21/09 "Thank you so much for a grand 2nd visit experience. The food was great and thank you for the birthday cake. " Dan & Cindy

11/15/09 "Our visit was to celebrate our second anniversary, and we had a great time. We loved the Gypsy Wagon Suite, and visiting with the horses. Thank you for your hospitality." Heather & Chris

11/26/09 "The High Horse Suite was a wonderful escape from our every day monotony. We'll definitely keep you in mind for the future!" Alan & Tamara

11/27/09 The breakfast this morning was exceptional, with a very friendly atmosphere. The high horse room was beautiful we really enjoyed our stay. Thank you" Donna & Mike

11/27/09 "Thanks for a rustic vacation. Serve the Lord!" Tom

11/27/09 "We enjoyed our stay with your hospitalitly. God Bless You " Jack & Karen & Anna

12/01/09 "What a wonderful spot. Thankyou Catherine & Allan. We so enjoyed our stay. The horses and cats were a bonus. Riley bonded with My Sascha! I think we should get a horse!!! Food was delicious and both of you were full of useful information. We loved it!" Sue (marketing rep) & Pat, and doggies Dodger & Riley from Collinwood, Ontario, Canada

12/05/09 "Thank you so much for such a lovely, comfortable stay, the horses are beautiful, the breakfast lovely. Thanks again." Laurie & Chris

12/15/09 "What a beautiful & awesome stay. It was just heavenly! We will be back & tell our family & friends. God Bless you both." Robin & Jim, from Sharon, PA

12/15/09 "We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Your home is beautiful & warm, comforting, and inviting. Thankyou for your kind hospitality." The Concords; Doug & Pat, Ashley, Amber, We & Elizabeth

12/20/09 "What a pleasant surprise to discover this gem in rural eastern Ohio! The lodgings offer wonderful and the breakfast outstanding. Quaint, unique, and rustic, but up to date amenities. The High Horse suite is roomy, warmly decorated, and relaxing. I wish I could stay the week - told the owner when I settled in that I was never bored!" Chris

12/24/09 "I had such a great time at this wonderful house. I was greeted every morning to the smell of my favorite breakfast. I always felt welcome when I was here, and even got a private tour of the workshop. I had such a great time here and really enjoyed it. " Johathan

12/26/09 ".for opening up your wonderful B&B to us! We love the rooms and the outstanding breakfast! We look forward to coming again and visiting this wonderful B&B." Christina

12/29/09 "Thank you for a wonderful get-away! We thoroughly enjoyed visiting with you and learning about your restoration of this beautiful barn. We enjoyed our stay and your delicious breakfast very much! Thank you and thank you very much for the delicious birthday cake!" Jeff & Paula