Sand Meadow Farm

Sand Meadow Farm, Icelandic horses, Honeoye Falls, New York, operates in Monroe County and the Finger Lakes near Rochester. Andrea Barber and Steven Barber share a bucolic homestead where these sturdy equines enjoy gentle handling and daily turnout.

Members of the national Icelandic horse registry, they follow recognized standards for health screening and bloodlines. Stalls are bedded with straw and paddocks connect to shady pastures where horses forage and socialize in small groups. Yearlings undergo early groundwork and desensitization before learning the tölt and other gaits, ensuring a confident foundation for trail or arena work. Each horse benefits from the farm’s emphasis on balanced care, with attention to nutrition, hoof health and mental wellbeing. Their stallion has placed at regional gaited shows, showcasing the breed’s unique tölt and versatility. Seasonal farm visits offer a glimpse into daily routines and the careful pairing of young stock with experienced handlers.