World Class Horse Properties For Sale Australia

Horse Properties For Sale Australia In High Demand

A COVID-fuelled spike in Australians making a ‘tree change’ – coupled with a forecast return to growth in the horse breeding industry – is driving increased demand for horse properties for sale throughout the country.

In a recently released report, respected industry forecaster IBISWorld predicted the horse breeding industry will expand by 4.3 per cent in 2022 as it recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic. This follows a decline of 2.6 percent per year on average between 2017 and 2021.

Above: COVID-related factors are driving increased demand for horse properties for sale Australia

Horse Properties For Sale Australia: Industry Outlook

IBISWorld estimates the industry – which includes the breeding of thoroughbred horses for sale, standardbred horses for sale, and other horse breeds for sale mainly to trainers for the purpose of horse and harness racing; as well as other breeds generally for sale to the public for recreational purposes such as dressage and show jumping – comprises around 3,320 businesses employing over 6,000 people and generating an estimated $1.2 billion in annual revenues.

As the industry recovers from the pandemic, IBISWorld predicts thoroughbred breeders are likely to become an increasingly dominant part of the sector over the coming five years. Standardbred horse breeders will continue exiting the industry, in line with declining demand from harness racing.

Demand from overseas customers for Australian thoroughbred racehorses for sale is anticipated to rise over the next five years, as international trade bounces back after the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, IBISWorld adds.

Above: The horse breeding industry includes breeds for sale for recreational purposes such as dressage and show jumping

Horse Properties For Sale Australia: Industry Size

According to the Thoroughbred Breeders Australia (TBA) - the industry’s national peak body - Australia has the second-largest thoroughbred breeding industry in the world after the United States, with 660 stud farms across the country and a thoroughbred horse population of more than 20,000 mares and almost 600 stallions.

It notes the industry is not dominated by any one big player, with the vast majority of breeders – some 76 per cent – having just one or two mares.

Production of racehorses for sale accounts for 52.5 per cent (or $491 million), while stallion fees ($240 million or 25.7 per cent) and profits from yearling sales ($157 million or 16.8 per cent) are other major contributors, TBA notes.

Above: Production of race horses for sale accounts for 52.5 per cent of industry income

Horse Properties For Sale Australia: Regional Contribution

And while there are key “centres of excellence”, such as the Hunter Valley, Queensland’s Darling Downs and north-east Victoria, every state and territory has its own breeding industry.

TBA says the scale of production means that thoroughbred breeding makes a huge contribution to Australia’s regional economy, supporting thousands of jobs directly, as well as many more in related areas such as horse transport, fencing, fodder, veterinary services, insurance and horse racing, it adds.

NSW – particularly the Hunter Valley – remains the largest hub of breeding, worth nearly $655 million, but there are active breeding regions throughout Australia, particularly in Victoria ($193.3 million) and Queensland ($93.4 million), according to the TBA.

Consequently, NSW remains the largest employer with close to 3,000 full-time or part-time staff, acting on behalf of 2,200 breeders, with an estimated $560 million spent on wages each year, it estimates.

If you’re looking for a rural property to run a few horses – or a more serious horse training and/or breeding property – farmbuy.com has more than 350 horse properties for sale Australia. See below our favourite horse properties for sale – or click on the following highlighted link for more horse properties for sale Australia.

Horse Properties For Sale Australia: 5735 Wisemans Ferry Road, Wisemans Ferry, NSW

This world-class horse property for sale Australia – ‘Muskoka’ – represents one of the most significant thoroughbred offerings to the public market in recent times.

Above: ‘Muskoka’ is a world-class horse property for sale overlooking the Hawkesbury River

Comprising a contiguous area of 117 hectares (290 acres) - including the north side (63.4 hectares) and the south side (53.8 hectares), this equine property is held in high regard for breaking, pre-training, spelling, agistment and as a registered AQIS quarantine facility.

Above: This horse property for sale NSW has a carrying capacity of up to 200 horses

It includes an extensively developed world-class thoroughbred facility and private estate featuring an irrigated 2,400m of turf and crusher dust track, with a 600m straight.

Above: This horse property for sale is held in high regard for breaking, pre-training, spelling and agistment

Centrally located close to Sydney’s major racetracks and within close proximity of Wisemans Ferry and Gosford – and just 80 minutes’ drive from Sydney CBD, this commercial operation has a carrying capacity of up to 200 horses in its current form, coupled with a successful business generating a strong cashflow, housing Australia’s most successful horse trainers including names such Waterhouse, Waller and alike.

Above: This horse property for sale includes an outstanding four-bedroom period homestead

Accommodation includes an outstanding four-bedroom period homestead overlooking the Hawkesbury River with helipad, private jetty/pontoon, in-ground swimming pool and all-weather tennis court. Significant additional accommodation includes a two-bedroom guest house, manager’s house, staff cottages and amenities, and quarantine cottage.

Above: This horse property for sale is situated on the banks of the Hawkesbury River

Situated on the banks of the Hawkesbury River, water supply is secured with irrigation along a network of large on-farm storage dams and a solar pump system.

Click on the highlighted link for more information on this horse property for sale Australia at 5735 Wisemans Ferry Road, Wisemans Ferry, NSW.

Horse Properties For Sale Australia: 335 Harveys Road, Ruby, VIC

Offering hard-to-imagine scale under the big skies of country Victoria, this is a rare opportunity that comes around once in blue moon to tempt anyone who has ever considered making a change to a rural lifestyle.

Above: This horse property for sale is located in one of the state’s most productive and reliable farming regions

Located in one of the state’s most productive and reliable farming regions, this horse property for sale comprises approximately 36.8 hectares (91 acres) including around 28.3 hectares (70 acres) of undulating farmland with nine main paddocks, horse shelters, six-eight stables plus round yard with excellent drainage, and cattle and horse crushes and loading ramp.

Above: This horse property for sale features nine main paddocks, horse shelters and up to eight stables

This impressive property boasts ample storage including two machinery sheds, hay sheds, an old piggery and dairy, chicken shed, hot house, veggie garden along with established fruit trees, and an endless water supply pumped from Ruby Creek and an underground spring.

Above: This horse property for sale boasts a four-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home with multiple living zones

Located less than five minutes’ drive to Leongatha – South Gippsland’s major business district – and just 80km from Melbourne’s south-eastern fringe suburbs, the property also features a four-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home with multiple living zones, including an expansive living and dining zone extending from the well-equipped kitchen and out to a vast wrap-around deck, split-system heating/cooling plus three working fireplaces.

Above: This horse property for sale includes an expansive living and dining zone

The four bedrooms each offer generous fitted robes including an ensuite in the master bedroom, while multiple study spaces and a versatile bungalow to the rear of the carport are among a list of highlights.

Above: This horse property for sale comes with an ensuite in the master bedroom

Topping it off is a double carport plus separate bungalow – perfect as a home office, media room. teenage retreat or fifth/guest bedroom.

Click on the highlighted link for more information on this horse property for sale Australia at 335 Harveys Road, Ruby, VIC.

Horse Properties For Sale Australia: 415 Arthurs Creek Road, Doreen, VIC

This premier Australian equine estate offers approximately 76 hectares (188 acres) over two titles boasting world-class facilities, a spectacular architecturally designed residence and exquisite gardens, all surrounded by beautiful vistas evocative of a grand oil painting.

Above: This horse property for sale is one of Australia's premier equine estates

Embodying a prize-winning legacy, this ready-to-operate working farm is home to Melbourne Cup winner ‘Americain’, with everything in place to produce future prize winners with success sown into its soil.

Above: This horse property for sale comprises approximately 76 hectares (188 acres) spread over two titles

An enchanting Gleditsia-lined driveway leads to the spectacular main residence, where every detail has been crafted for class, comfort and a superior standard of living.

Above: This horse property for sale boasts a spectacular architecturally designed residence

It’s both the ultimate entertaining experience and the consummate family home, surrounded by lush greenery and outdoor spaces that take advantage of the natural surroundings, with tennis court, indoor swimming pool, gym, home theatre and cellar just to name a few of the features.

Above: This horse property for sale is both the ultimate entertaining experience and the consummate family home

Bred for victory, ‘Hazelview’ features world-class infrastructure, including a breeding barn, mare/foal boxes, holding yards, office and four-bedroom staff quarters. A one-bedroom foaling cottage looks out to seven floodlit foaling paddocks.

Above: This horse property for sale features world-class equine infrastructure

Offered as a whole or in two lots, ‘Hazelview’ is so much more than a home. And it’s more than a farm. It’s a lifestyle.

Click on the highlighted link for more information on this horse property for sale Australia at 415 Arthurs Creek Road, Doreen, VIC.

Horse Properties For Sale Australia: 3191 Great Northern Highway, Bullsbrook, WA

‘Serenity Stud’ has everything equine lovers need: a stunning luxury residence on 57.7 hectares featuring multiple horse paddocks, high-quality horse stables and training arena, and even your very own helicopter pad, all located just 45 minutes' drive from the Perth CBD!

Above: This horse property for sale boasts a stunning luxury residence on 57.7ha with multiple horse paddocks, stables and training arena

With stunning blackbutt flooring and two ducted reverse-cycle air-conditioning systems, the grand home comprises six bedrooms and four bathrooms, including a master suite with large walk-in wardrobe and ensuite complete with clawfoot bath.

Above: This horse property for sale features a grand home with six bedrooms and four bathrooms, including master with ensuite

In addition to four large minor bedrooms all with built-in wardrobes and TVs – serviced by two extra bathrooms, ‘Serenity Stud’ also boasts a guest suite incorporating its own ensuite as well as two separate powder rooms. A separate study/seventh bedroom overlooks the main shed and pastures.

Above: This horse property for sale includes four large minor bedrooms all with built-in wardrobes and TVs

The unique American Cherry Oak kitchen features granite benchtops, walk-in panty and walk-in cool room, and seamlessly connects to the main dining and living areas featuring a magnificent raked ceiling. A beautiful double-sided wood fireplace separates the living and dining rooms. At the front of the home is a formal sitting/theatre room.

Above: This horse property for sale boasts a unique American Cherry Oak kitchen connecting to the main dining and living areas

Off the kitchen/dining/living area is the ultimate alfresco area boasting its own built-in BBQ, pizza oven, range hood and beautiful cedar-lined ceiling, overlooking a heated salt water pool with waterfall feature, ‘beach’ area and in-built heated spa. Topping it off is a wrap-around veranda featuring impressive jarrah floorboards and large double brick carport under main roof.

Above: This horse property for sale features the ultimate alfresco area overlooking the heated in-ground swimming pool and spa

Beyond the residence, ‘Serenity Stud’ features manager’s quarters with one bedroom and bathroom, kitchenette and living area; plus a high-tech shed large enough to store trucks, vehicles or any other equipment.

Above: This horse property for sale offers a huge high-tech shed large enough to store trucks, vehicles or any other equipment

The 60m x 30m horse arena is supported by day yards with shelters, six-box stables with drainage and lighting, cameras, water, remote roller door entry and drive-through access, separate tack room and feed sheds, and a 200-bale hay shed with new stud cattle handling facility.

Above: This horse property for sale includes a horse arena supported by day yards with shelters, stables, tack room and feed sheds

This high-quality property is serviced by three-phase power, large roof-top solar hot water system, three large 130,000-litre rainwater tanks with filtration system, 46,000-kilolitre water licence, dam and two bores at the front of the property with allowances for a third to be installed.

Click on the highlighted link for more information on this horse property for sale Australia at 3191 Great Northern Highway, Bullsbrook, WA.

Horse Properties For Sale Australia: 93 Old Pilliga Road, Wee Waa, NSW

Only a few minutes out of the Wee Waa CBD, this 141-hectare (350-acre) cattle and horse property for sale Australia boasts a high standard of infrastructure, including three brand-new insulated horse stables made from steel, corrugated iron and cladding (4.2m x 6.6m), a 4m x 3m tack room and a round yard.

Above: This horse property for sale boasts a high standard of infrastructure

With new fencing throughout, plus new steel stockyards, ‘Hawthorne’ - comprising quality black, grey and red soils broken up into two paddocks – is currently a working block with approximately 24 hectares (60 acres) under oats and running 45 head of cattle.

Above: This horse property for sale comes with new fencing throughout plus new steel stockyards

The property's water supply is secured with five dams, a new 180-feet deep electric bore, all stored in two 25,000-litre rainwater tanks and a 25,000-litre tank for the bore.

Above: This horse property for sale includes three brand-new insulated horse stables

Quality accommodation is attached to the 9m x 30m, four-bay insulated shed with a 150mm concrete slab and underground power – plus, there’s the opportunity to capitalise on an existing building entitlement and take advantage of a superb aspect looking out across the Wee Waa farming belt towards the Nandewar Ranges.

Above: This horse property for sale also features a tack room and a round yard

With an excellent layout and room for improvements, this property is ideal for cattle, cropping or horses.

Click on the highlighted link for more information on this horse property for sale Australia at 93 Old Pilliga Road, Wee Waa, NSW.

Horse Properties For Sale Australia: 72-128 Sheahans Road, Yandina, QLD

‘Karalee Park’ is an outstanding horse property located on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast comprising a substantial home surrounded by 38 paddocks and featuring 25 stables.

Above: This horse property for sale comprises a substantial home surrounded by 38 paddocks and featuring 25 stables

Situated 1.5 hours from Brisbane and within 20 minutes to Noosa or Maroochydore – and just 30 minutes to Corbould Park race course, this property’s equine facilities are simply outstanding.

Above: This horse property for sale is just 30 minutes to Corbould Park race course and offers outstanding equine facilities

‘Karalee Park’ boasts thirty eight paddocks for agistment - each with shelter and water connected, as well as 25 stables each 5m x 5m. The property also includes a first-class five-horse aqua walker with a 60-metre circumference under shade. The 10-horse dry walker is also covered.

Above: This horse property for sale includes large stables and  five-horse aqua walker with 60m circumference under shade

Complementing this equine infrastructure is a 12m x 7m machinery shed plus an electric hoist near the stables, a recently erected 12m x 21m barn shed and a triple-bay garage adjacent to the shed. Water is supplied by several spring-fed dams.

Above: This horse property for sale features multiple horse paddocks and a 12m x 7m machinery shed near the stables

Featuring four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a family room, the property’s substantial home has been converted into two separate accommodation areas - one a single-bedroom self-contained unit and the other a comfortable three-bedroom home which also features solar panels on the roof.

Above: This horse property for sale boasts a large home featuring four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a family room

The property also boasts three-phase power as well as an in-ground swimming pool and outdoor area. Sit here, relax and enjoy the sweeping views of the surrounding countryside.

Click on the highlighted link for more information on this horse property for sale Australia at 72-128 Sheahans Road, Yandina, QLD.