I don’t know about you but I dream about a property such as this one. I have a checklist of what would make the perfect equestrian property. This home, with it’s reasonable price tag sort of hits the mark. Granted, I’m not much of a winter person. If only I could wrap my head around snow I’d be packing my bags and hauling the ponies to New York tomorrow. Admittedly, as a Southern Californian, I often dream of winter holidays, warm fires and a white Christmas. I often wonder as well what it would be like to live in one of those idyllic towns that still hold on to the tradition of the ‘Hunt’ or maintain the equestrian values found on the East Coast. Well, if you’re longing for the dream described above, this 85 acre farm with a beautiful restored 4 bedroom farm house, heated indoor arena with 14 stall facility might be the one for you.
Welcome to Grace Hill Farm. Set in the heart of idyllic Millbrook, NY, sometimes referred to as a more “low-key” version of the Hamptons, Millbrook boasts a beautiful walkable downtown, historic country estates and a host of great options for culture and dining. This extraordinary 85-acre estate showcases one of Dutchess County’s premiere equestrian facilities. With an impeccably constructed and maintained state-of-the-art barn that includes a 100′ X 200′ indoor heated arena, an elegantly-finished viewing lounge with a chef’s kitchen and dining facilities, 14 stalls, staff offices, tack rooms, grooming areas, laundry and second-floor loft making this property an unparalleled facility and country estate for the equestrian.
Set just to the side you will find a charming four-bedroom farmhouse with a two-bedroom apartment which is perfect for guests or as staff housing. This country estate is located minutes to Millbrook Village, the Taconic Parkway and Route 22. All of this beauty just under two hours from Manhattan is waiting for you.
This unique opportunity gives equestrians a country estate they can both work and live on. Barn features include:
· A 100′ X 200′ indoor heated arena
· A viewing lounge with a chef’s kitchen and dining facilities
· 14 stalls, staff offices, tack rooms, grooming areas, laundry and second-floor loft
· A 200′ X 300′ outdoor jumping arena
· A dressage arena (All with Superior Riding Surface – SRS – premium footing)
· Turnout paddocks
· An ETB- designed Cross Country Course with a Grand Prix field
The restored farm house features 4 bedrooms with a two bedroom apartment. I’m loving the fire places. How cozy would this lovely home be. Maybe winter is looking more desirable. Don’t you agree?
Designed by Dave Zublin Of Old Town Barns, one of the foremost designers and builders of luxury barns in the US, 23 Altamont Road is an extraordinary 85-acre estate showcasing one of Dutchess County’s most premiere equestrian facilities. Including both a state-of-the-art barn and antique farmhouse, the property is listed for $3.95 million with Ann Dyal and John Friend of Houlihan Lawrence.
