Middlebrook Valley Lodge is managed by David and Verna Metcalfe who are themselves very well supported by a team of dedicated horse people experienced in all aspects of horse foaling, rearing and care.

David and Verna's horse skills have been honed working under highly regarded professionals in the industry such as Peter Flynn of Woodlands where they worked for 12 years and John Vincent, currently manager of Tyreel Stud - acknowledged as Australia's yearling preparation leaders, for a further 6 years.

David, Verna and their team work with the philosophy that every horse is assessed and treated as an individual. Communicating with our horse owners, trainers and vets is a vital part of the ongoing service that Middlebrook Valley Lodge provides.

David and Verna are recognised for their ability to achieve excellent conception rates, well above the industry standard. It has been said that Verna has probably foaled down more mares than anyone else in Australia.

They are justly proud of their hard earned reputation and use their exceptional skills in giving foals and yearlings the best start in life.

Both David and Verna are accomplished in every facet of operating thoroughbred properties of the highest caliber and it is this experience that they bring to Middlebrook Valley Lodge.

You can rest assured that David and Verna will give your bloodstock the best possible attention and care.