Location


Phil and Kirstie really do know their onions when it comes to loca- tion! But what should you look for in an equestrian property? Well that largely depends on what your activities involve. If you are competing and need to travel regularly then motorway links are going to be high on your list of priorities. If you enjoy hacking around peaceful countryside then a local well maintained network of bridleways is going to be a key factor for you.


Understanding your requirements before you go to view a property will help keep things in perspective, just in case you fall in love with a property that really is totally unsuitable for your needs because the stables are gorgeous! Always good to take an impartial friend along with you!


Get to know the local area on foot or even better on horseback. Why not take a trip to your preferred location for a day and ride some routes, check out traffic levels at different times of the day, or visit a local equestrian centre to hear their thoughts on how horse friendly the local area is. You can gain some good insights about your new neighbours like is the Pub horse friendly? Are there some green fingered enthusiasts who might like to help reduce the muck heap?


Your new home. If I had a penny for the number of times I’ve heard “I don’t care what the house is like….” But actually, your home is just as important as where your horse sleeps! It does come down to budget a lot of the time and the equestrian facilities are usually a driving factor but remember, if you are unhappy, your horse will sense it and


At www.equestrianproperty4sale.com we work with affiliate agents to provide you with specialist care and advice on the pur- chase, sale or rent of equestrian properties. If you would like more information and some genuinely sensible advice on how to get your property on the market or where to start your search, drop us a line enquiries@equestrianproperty4sale.com or visit our website!


therefore worry about you. So make sure you get the best house you can! Nothing wrong with a mobile home or a tent if you get some nice accessories (horse pictures) and a good wood burner!


So to sum up what you need for a good equestrian property, here’s a list!


1. 1.5 acres. But ideally at least 2 acres depending on how many horses you have


2. Well drained level land with water fed paddocks 3. Beautiful stables or the ability to build them 4. Planning permission for said stables 5. Manege preferably with floodlights and mirrors 6. A house – derelict or otherwise! Failing that a tent.


Godalming, Surrey


30 Acres


Northampton


14 Acres


Hungerford


1.6 Acres


Newmarket


217 Acres


• 14 loose boxes • Manege + horse walker • 3 beds


Guide Price: £1.5m Batcheller Monkhouse 01798 872081


Ford, Bucks 2.8 Acres


• 4 loose boxes • Tack room & Hay barn • 9 beds & 2 bed annex


Guide Price: £3.25m Michael Graham


01234 220000 Lane End, Bucks


22 Acres


• Training yard • 77 boxes Gallops access • 5 beds & 2 bed 昀at


Guide Price: £1.45m Windsor Clive Interna琀onal 01672 521155


Atherstone, Warks 11 Acres


• Training yard 88 boxes • Gallops • House & 4 sta昀 昀ats


Guide Price: £5.5m Windsor Clive Interna琀onal 01672 521155


Evesham, Worcs 3 Acres


• 4 Stables & Tack room • Manege • 3 beds


Guide Price: £1.2m Fisher German Thame 01844 212004


• 14 loose boxes • Manege • 5 beds


Guide Price: £2m Fisher German Thame 01844 212004


• 7 Stables & washbox • Manege • 8 beds


Guide Price: £1.35m Fine & Country 02476 500015


• 3 stables & tack room • Manege • 5 beds


Guide Price: £1m Fine & Country 01789 332600


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