This spectacular 954-acre property in Central Florida is comprised of a horse farm (200 acres) and vacant land (700+ acres). The 200’ elevations are among the highest in central Florida. Also rare for Florida are the rolling hills, which are scattered with centuries-old oak trees. The property is more reminiscent of Virginia or Kentucky rather than Florida. The land is a blank canvas for your vision -- possibilities include a resort, a family compound, an estate community, or a farm expansion.
The Clubhouse sits on a hilltop overlooking the pastures, and offers stunning views for miles in all directions. Formerly an award-winning restaurant, the 9700 sq ft Clubhouse is now utilized as a conference center and wedding reception venue. The estate also includes 15 townhouses totaling 40 bedrooms and 39 bathrooms. The townhouses range from 2-bedroom to 5-bedroom units; all have brick fireplaces and 18’ ceilings with cedar beams.
Historically the farm has been a Thoroughbred breeding and training farm. Improvements include 7 barns with 179 stalls, a 5/8ths mile racetrack with viewing stand, and a farm office. This property hosts a prestigious annual equestrian competition, the Ocala Jockey Club International 3-Day Event. The Event features 4 jaw-dropping cross country courses with challenging jumps for horse and rider. Some of the top riders in the country, including Olympic athletes, compete. Many competitors have commented that our natural footing is among the best in America. The soil is rich with limestone and other minerals and water is abundant since we are located above one of the largest aquafers in North America.
The property has 1.5 miles of frontage on a quiet paved highway, just two minutes from a major freeway (I-75) interchange. The farm is strategically situated between Ocala and Gainesville. Ocala is the self-proclaimed “Horse Capital of the World”. Gainesville is home of the University of Florida. In its 2018 edition, U.S. News & World Report ranked the University of Florida as the 9th-best public university in the USA. The property is 90 minutes north of Orlando and its world-class attractions, 58 minutes from the Gulf of Mexico (Cedar Key), 80 miles from the Atlantic Ocean (St Augustine), and 320 miles from Miami.
