The Best Equestrian Properties on the Market Right Now

By Martha Davies

1 year ago

Handsome homes for horse-lovers


Whether you’re an avid equestrian or simply on the lookout for a sprawling country estate, we’ve got you covered: here are the best equestrian properties on the market.

The Best Equestrian Properties on the Market Right Now

Little Headsfoldwood, Plaistow Road, West Sussex

With eight bedrooms, three bathrooms and five reception rooms, there’s no shortage of space in this sprawling country home. Check out the bespoke Shaker-style kitchen, the triple aspect-drawing room and the Inglenook fireplace in the dining room, or head out to the gardens, which feature a swimming pool, a greenhouse and delightful flowerbeds. There is also a separate cottage which boasts a vaulted ceiling in the living room with original beams – and if you’re an avid equestrian, you’ll love the barn, loose boxes, hay store and sand school. Available through Jackson-Stops at a guide price of £3.8 million

The Grange, Lapford, Devon

You’ll find this elegant former rectory at the end of a private lane in the village of Lapford. The Grade II listed property offers a wealth of period features including decorative cornicing, shuttered sash windows, attractive fireplaces and high ceilings. Step into the large entrance hall and explore the dining room, drawing room, sitting room or the beautiful orangery, which is complete with two sets of French doors leading out to the gardens. Upstairs, there are six bedrooms including a principal bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and a dressing room. Outside, meanwhile, you’ll spot both a two-bedroom cottage and a three-bedroom cottage, as well as a double garage and an array of equestrian facilities. It’s a bucolic dream. Available through Jackson-Stops at a guide price of £1.65 million

Pound Farm, Tillers Green, Gloucestershire

This picture-perfect property dates back to the 16th century, and its history and grandeur is unparalleled. Inside the main house you’ll find an array of incredible rooms including a breathtaking dining room with a Jacobean fireplace, a drawing room with an inglenook fireplace and an exceptional sitting room with a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and French doors. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms including a capacious principal suite encompassing both a bathroom with a claw-foot freestanding bath and a dressing room with bespoke cabinetry and an elegant central seating area. The landscaped gardens were designed by three-time Chelsea Flower Show gold medal winner Jacquie Gordon, and they encompass a lake, a west-wing sheltered courtyard and multiple terraces. There is also a five-acre cider orchard plus a number of garages, a carriage house and a stunning two-bedroom barn – not to mention state-of-the-art equestrian facilities. Available through Savills at a guide price of £4.995 million

Toulton Farm, Cothelstone, Taunton, Somerset

This gorgeous period farmhouse occupies an enviable position on the Quantock Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and offers equestrian facilities including stables, pastures and a barn. The residence contains a grand dining/reception hall, elegant drawing room, cosy sitting room and spacious kitchen. With six bedrooms and two bathrooms, plenty of guests can enjoy this stunning house and truly magnificent location. Available through Jackson-Stops at a guide price of £1.4 million

Old Hill, Sinton Green, Worcester

Aerial view of tudor-style farmhouse with fields surrounding and an outdoor swimming pool.

This Grade II listed farmhouse provides expansive countryside views and an array of original elements including working fireplaces, exposed beams and floorboards, and moulded cornicing. Upstairs, there are five bedrooms and three bathrooms, and the gardens encompass numerous equestrian facilities including paddocks, a manège, and a stable block with three loose boxes, a hay store and a tack room. If you’re looking for more, there’s a heated outdoor swimming pool, too. Available through Knight Frank for £1.495 million

Henley-In-Arden, Warwickshire

Aerial view of a large farmhouse with stables and a lake.This spectacular lakeside home is nestled within almost 40 acres of private land. It boasts an enormous stable block and barn alongside a feed room, gardener’s store, and an all-weather manège. There is also a five-car garage. As if these facilities weren’t enough, the main house is complete with a bar, games room, and six vast bedrooms, plus a leisure complex including a squash court, swimming pool and multiple saunas. This just might be the height of rural luxury. Available through Knight Frank for £4.85 million

Bleach Green Farm, County Durham

Cobbled stone farmhouse with hedges and wildflowers growing in front.

Believed to date back to 1764, this grand stone farmhouse provides the perfect setting for any equestrian activity. Wander through the orchard and beautifully landscaped gardens to the stable block and hayshed, and if you want to venture further, there are 17 acres of private land to explore – plus direct access to surrounding public bridleways. With a stunning conservatory, three bedrooms and even a separate annexe, what more could you need? Available through Finest Properties for offers over £1.2 million

Banbury, Warwickshire

Aerial view of country estate with paddocks surrounding.

If you’re in need of space, try this glorious home in Banbury, which sits on 40 acres of land. Equine enthusiasts can enjoy the large American timber barn alongside two tack rooms and numerous stable options including two timber stables and two brick stables. There is also an all-weather manège with irrigation. The main home is equally as extensive: it boasts a vast kitchen and grand drawing room, both with delightful views of the gardens beyond, and if you’ve got guests sleeping over, they can choose from a wide array of rooms including a substantial two-bedroom annexe and a detached building with two further bedrooms. Available through Knight Frank at a guide price of £2.4 million

Tundry House, Church Lane, Hampshire

White country house with slate roof and a gravel driveway in front.

This elegant property contains seven bedrooms, three bathrooms and five reception rooms, including a formal drawing room featuring a magnificent bay window. Behind the formal lawn you’ll find a number of paddocks as well as stables and a variety of outbuildings. Available through Savills at a guide price of £3.2 million

Stourbridge, Worcestershire

Aerial view of large country estate with tennis court, outbuildings and paddocks.

This gorgeous 17th century manor contains a wealth of period features included moulded cornicing and cosy open fireplaces. Outside, there are 11 stables as well as paddocks, tack rooms, and a recently-refurbished manège – but if you don’t fancy a ride, you can head to the gym, tennis court, or sauna. The property is complete with a converted Georgian coach house plus an additional separate cottage. Available through Knight Frank for £4.5 million