Horse Boarding & Retirement
in Caldwell, ID

Personalized Care Every Day

At Rafter MM Ranch, we welcome horses for both short-term boarding and long-term retirement. Many of our boarders come not only from Idaho, but also from across the West Coast, including California, Oregon, and Washington. Horse owners trust us to provide a safe and loving retirement facility with personalized, hands-on care.

Flexible Boarding Options

  • 12’x12’ Covered Stall with 12’x36’ Run - $450/month

  • Shared ½ Acre Grass Paddock with 12x24 Cover - $650/month

  • Single ¼ Acre Grass Paddock with 12x24 Cover - $750/month

  • Stall at Night with Grass Paddock During the Day - $950/month

What's Included in Boarding

Our comprehensive care includes quality hay (grass or alfalfa, tailored for special needs), clean fresh water with heated troughs in winter, summer fans for comfort, daily stall cleaning, turnout care, and daily hands-on check-ins.

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Extras & Customized Add-Ons

  • $50/month (or $100 if provided by ranch)

  • $50/month plus feed cost if supplied by ranch

  • $200/month (twice weekly plus summer baths)

  • $13/bag, supplied weekly as needed

  • $500/month and we handle grooming, blanketing, grain feeding, and shavings. We’ll make sure your horse receives complete care every day, so you can relax worry-free

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Convenient Storage for Your Tack and Trailer

Full-time boarders enjoy secure tack storage to keep your gear organized. We also offer trailer storage so your equipment is safe and ready when you need it.

  • Facilities Designed for Horse Comfort and Safety

  • Arena with new footing coming soon for training and exercise

  • Round pen for controlled workouts

  • Wash racks for grooming and cooling down

Top 5 Things to Consider in a Horse Retirement Facility

Choosing the right place for your horse to spend their retirement years is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as an owner. Horses deserve a safe, loving, and well-managed environment where they can thrive in comfort. Whether you’re looking locally in Idaho or across the West Coast, here are the top five things to look for in a horse retirement facility.

1. Quality of Daily Care

Senior horses often need extra attention. Look for a facility that provides daily check-ins, hands-on care, and personalized attention. Ask how often staff are in the barn, how horses are monitored for health changes, and what level of interaction you can expect.

2. Feeding & Nutrition

Older horses may need specialized diets to maintain weight and health. Confirm the facility offers flexible feeding programs with quality hay, options for grain and supplements, and adjustments for senior needs like soaked feeds or alfalfa.

3. Living Arrangements

Retirement looks different for each horse. Some do best in stalls with turnout, others thrive in shared paddocks or private pastures. The right retirement ranch should offer flexible boarding options to match your horse’s personality, comfort, and medical needs.

4. Health & Safety

A good horse retirement facility takes proactive measures to keep horses safe. Look for:

• Clean, safe fencing

• Access to fresh, clean water year-round (heated in winter, shaded in summer)

• Routine farrier and veterinary scheduling

• Staff trained to spot early signs of illness or lameness

5. Peace of Mind for Owners

Ultimately, retirement boarding should give you confidence that your horse is in loving, trustworthy hands. Ask about communication - will you get updates, photos, or calls if something changes? Many owners choose facilities that feel like family, where staff treat each horse as if it were their own.

Comfort for Horses

Your horse’s retirement years should be full of comfort, safety, and care. At Rafter MM Ranch in Caldwell, Idaho, we welcome horses from across the country for both boarding and retirement. With flexible options, attentive daily care, and a family-run atmosphere, we provide the kind of environment where horses truly feel at home. Our dedicated team treats every horse like family, giving you peace of mind knowing your horse is in loving hands.

At Rafter MM Ranch, horses are more than boarders, they’re family. Owner Ashley Marzano, an accomplished Hunter rider and lifelong horsewoman, brings the same passion she carries in the show ring to every detail of ranch life. Alongside her husband, Anthony, son and their daughters, the Marzano family has created a true home for horses: one built on safety, attentive care, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Whether your horse is here for boarding or retirement, you can rest easy knowing they’re in expert, loving hands.

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Contact Rafter MM Ranch Today

We’re here to answer your questions and welcome your horse to our family.