About Us.

Joely Zappitelli is the proud owner of Hope’s Haven Equestrian Center, LLC located in Chesterland, Ohio. Joely has always been an animal lover since before she could walk. She knew at a young age, animals would always be an important part of her life. She grew up in Madison, OH and graduated from Madison High School in 2019. Joely has four dogs, an Aussiedoodle named Urban Nash, a labrador/boxer named Nyla Rose, a pitbull mix named Luna Lu and a good ole mutt, named Enzo Sol. She also has an indoor cat named Willow Gray. Joely has many barn cats as well, Nelson, Flynn, Jack, Ryder, Mallory and Jarvis. At age 14 Joely adopted her first horse, Hope Lucille. Hope is named after Joely’s Aunt Lucille who loved horses and animals as much as Joely. She unfortunately passed away before she could meet Hope. Joely adopted an OTTB named Lenny in March of 2020 and a mini horse Rosie also in March of 2020. In February of 2022, Joely was gifted two adorable ponies, Misty and Peanuts by the Nussdorfer Family. Joely’s Mom, Holly Zappitelli helps manage the barn. “Grandma Holly” is well known when she walks in the barn, the horses all know it’s treat time. You will always find Holly either feeding the horses or sweeping or keeping the boarders in line :) Happy chubby horses in a clean barn is what you will find at Hope's Haven. Everyone is welcome and we pride ourselves in making sure each horse is given a safe, healthy and happy home.