Ocala, FL is an excellent place for horse owners. The beautiful, warm weather is perfect for horseback riding all year long, and the terrain is perfect for either Western or English-style riding. The ease of locating places where horses are welcome is a selling point for this community. Below are some distinguished neighborhoods that will not only enhance your living experience, but also create unforgettable moments for your thoroughbred.
Meadow Wood Farms
Established in 1971, this community is deed-restricted, and the homeowner’s association has a voluntary membership. The real estate largely consists with small horse farms and mini-estates with a lot of good pasture land. Many of the homes here have their own barns and paddocks included. Several trails make it safe for residents to jog, walk and ride bicycles without worrying about threats from traffic. There is also a 2-acre park, known as Friendship Park, that offers an extensive play area for children.
There are many spacious single-family homes for sale in this neighborhood, with large acreage provided. These houses feature premium kitchens with features such as natural wood cabinets and granite countertops. Pools and extended patio areas with outdoor fireplaces are also popular features. Most of these homes feature 3 or more bedrooms ideal for growing families.
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Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club
This is one of the most exclusive horse-friendly neighborhoods in Ocala. It offers the convenience of easy access to the local shopping centers, coupled with the country club lifestyle that many horse owners desire. Residents of this neighborhood feel a sense of relaxation that is not always found in other areas. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to ride your horses in an area with some of the most beautiful scenery in Florida.
The houses are spacious estates with plenty of room for entertaining. Some of the most popular features in these houses include second-floor decks that are ideal for watching what is going on at the golf course. Other features include large pools and outdoor kitchens.
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Finding Horse Farms
Many horse owners want to buy property that is located outside a subdivision. This is especially true of owners who want to start some type of breeding business. Ocala has many non-subdivision properties that offer sufficient space for horse breeders or those interested in starting a boarding business.
Most of the horse-friendly properties already have a primary residence on the site, as well as living quarters for stable staff. Large barns or stables to accommodate several horses, as well as fenced paddocks, are also typically included. The possibilities with horse properties are almost endless.