5 Equestrian Estates for Colorado Horse Lovers
There are many luxurious properties for riders with the finest facilities for their horses in Colorado. Some communities are built around horseback riding, offering trails and properties with enough space for several equine friends. This age-old practice known for creating a connection with nature can provide solace and peace from a hectic world. The bond formed between horse and rider fosters a sense of trust and companionship that can be incredibly therapeutic.
Horse riders are dedicated, disciplined, and masters of proper riding techniques. Understanding the psychology of a horse requires riders to continue on a journey of growth and self-improvement. Synonymous with adventure, exploring mountain trails, navigating forests, and galloping alongside rivers are just some of the places horse riders can embrace the thrill of exploration in the Centennial State.
These five equestrian estates embody the spirit of the west and the best Colorado has to offer.
This luxurious equestrian estate has views of Pikes Peak and sits on over 35 acres. The separate equestrian complex has income potential (boarding, training, events), 7-9 matted-stalls with slide doors, concrete aisle, matted wash rack with hot/cold water, and overhead heater. A heated office with bathroom, and heated tack room provide comfort during cold winter days.
This property is represented by Linda Clure and Bob Hier, LIV Sotheby’s International Realty
With a Caretaker’s quarters or rental unit above barn, fully-insulated steel arena with mirrors on two sides, ample hay storage, three oversized stalls, and an outdoor arena, this property is perfect for any equestrian. Four paddocks are accessible from the barn, each with a loafing shed, water, and electricity. Rounding out the equestrian features are four large grass pastures, which are fully fenced, cross-fenced and gated.
Experience western mountain living at its finest with this Williams Ranch home. The 127-acre property offers breathtaking views of Wrights Mesa and the San Juan Mountains from multiple decks and outdoor living spaces. The ranch features a 50,000+ square foot equestrian center with stables and riding arena. With ample water resources and irrigated fields, this property offers farming opportunities or rental income. Just 45 minutes from Telluride’s world-class skiing, it’s perfect for any adventure seeker.
This property is represented by Dan Dockray, LIV Sotheby’s International Realty
This property features a 2,400 square foot, five-stall horse barn which is customized with a full bathroom, a vented shop fit for a craftsman, a home gym, and a game room. Situated on 80 acres that are looped with approximately five miles of trails, both double- and single-track, so one rarely needs to leave home to hike, ski, snowshoe, walk the dogs, or ride their horses. An RV hook up is in place for those times when the open road is calling.
This property is represented by Mark Dollard, LIV Sotheby’s International Realty
Located in Waverton Ranch, an upscale gated community in the town of Castle Rock, this property is set on 35 acres and features a newly built four-stall barn with automatic waterers, a tack room, wash bay, two turnouts, pastures, and a portable round pen. Get out by horse and explore the dynamic landscape and dry riverbed which winds through the estate.
This property is represented by Elaine Stucy, LIV Sotheby’s International Realty
Situated on 10 acres and located 40 minutes from Denver, this property offers the best of both worlds – life in the country and all the city has to offer. Invite guests to the barn where they can lounge at the gorgeous live-edge wood bar and watch the big screen TV, or enjoy a variety of games inside, or on the sport court outside. The restored barn also houses a fully equipped caretaker’s living quarters with its own kitchen, laundry, and bath. The property also includes a four-stall barn with plenty of room for farm implement storage, heated auto-waterers, turnouts with stout fencing, and a loafing shed.
This property is represented by Liesja Antieri, LIV Sotheby’s International Realty