White Turf St. Moritz 2019 – 112 years of International Horseraces on Snow in St. Moritz

  In 2019, noble thoroughbreds from all parts of Europe and international jockeys, as well as a fantastic accompanying programme, once again enthrill guests from around the world on the frozen lake of St. Moritz. Once again, on 3rd, 10th and 17th February 2019, around 30,000 spectators are expected on the frozen lake of St. … Read more

Inaugural Gauntlet of Polo 2019 is the most challenging and most valuable polo tournament in the continental U.S.A.

  Gauntlet of Polo 2019 – the largest purse in the history of the sport. Three polo tournaments, but only one champion. Inaugural Gauntlet of Polo Series Launches February 2019. Purse of $1 Million Entices World’s Best Players and Horses in Unprecedented Feat of Athleticism. Gauntlet of Polo is announced as the most challenging and … Read more

Auctioned Truly Absolute: This exquisite Greenwich Connecticut equestrian estate is fit to train the world’s finest horses

If the horses feed your soul, Steeple Chase Farm is the horse lovers dream home.

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With approximately 13 private acres of serene beauty and Instagram-worthy design, this Greenwich Connecticut equestrian estate highlights the best of interior design, details, and materials. The only all encompassing equestrian property in Greenwich offers a lineup of one-of-a-kind features sure to meet the luxury lifestyle buyers dream of.

At the Steeple Chase Farm, Architects Paul Stephen Marchese & Associates and Conte & Conte revealed a vision of an award winning estate designed to be the ultimate horse lover’s home. Walking past your gorgeous heated pool and gardens, you’ll quickly forget you’re just 45 minutes from Manhattan, 15 minutes from Westchester Airport and 10 minutes to Greenwich.

Stunning Greenwich, Connecticut Estate
Built in 2012, this 10,000 sq ft private residential horse house with five bedrooms and nine bathrooms features endless upgrades & lavish finishes throughout. To fit perfectly into the topography, the equestrian buildings are situated down, lower on the luxurious property. The modern 8-stall stable is surrounded by 8 enclosed paddocks & a half mile riding trail to bring you the essential joy of being with horses. The estate will be a constant source of tremendous satisfaction, bringing you in contact with the elements of grace, beauty, spirit and freedom. Walk through the front door, and you’ll see right to the back.

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A legacy estate to create memories for generations.

Considered one of the top safe havens in the country for families and money, this Greenwich home won the award for Best Custom Home  in Connecticut. The home features a main floor master suite with generous master bath. After lounging in the library or cooking a meal in the gourmet kitchen, it it time for treating yourself with panoramic views of the 13-rolling acres. Every bedroom opens up to a terrace, balcony or porch. The tower room is ideal for meditation, yoga or as an art studio. The expansive entertaining veranda and patios provide plenty of opportunities for daily recharging.

Take the elevator down to the lower level and step into the gym or the relaxation zone. Heal your mind, body and soul in the sauna or spend some time in the family room equipped with a kitchenette.

Using thoughtful planning and innovative details to advance the notion of what makes a house a home, the estate features a wine cellar, separate garages and staff quarters. For an avid gardener, the backyard provides a large garden integrated into the terracing immediately surrounding the house.

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When you are on a great horse, you have the best seat will ever have.

“Offering the epitome of the ‘equestrian lifestyle,’ this distinctive and private horse farm offers a bounty of splendid features and will be sold to the highest bidder, regardless of price,” says Stefanie Wilcox, of DeCaro Auctions International.  Most recently listed for $21,000,000, the estate at 429 Taconic Road, Greenwich, Connecticut will be Auctioned Truly Absolute, Without Reserve. Just name your price. This is practically a ticket to one of the most exclusive communities in the world. The Live Absolute Auction will be held on the property site, Saturday June 17th at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. More details and Open House Previews here.

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 Equestrian Facilities at Steeple Chase Farm: Horses first. The rest later.

The equestrian facilities are examples of how an integrated design can create spaces not just where we are housed, but where we live our lives to the fullest near. The facilities include an 80-foot by 140-foot indoor ring, 140-foot by 200-foot outdoor ring, both with custom footing. This is the only indoor riding arena in Greenwich.

The horses will have the best accommodations and horse-specific amenities in the eight-stall barn with lounge/tack room, equipped with wash stall, half bathroom and inlaid rubber flooring. There are eight paddocks with four-board wood fencing and custom run-in shed, convertible to stalls. The hayloft is full and awaits the equine residents.

More important than indoor premium accommodations, though, is the open space horses need for their stretching routines. The more acreage, the better off you are. The outdoor area where horses spend most of their time offers ample spaces and a riding trail encircling the luxury property. Additionally, there is an enclosed horse trailer parking. The groom/trainer/caretaker will have a a two bedroom, one bathroom premium apartment.

The estate in one of the most prestigious towns in America features another consistent bonus. To find out, watch the full video.

This horse lovers dream home located at 429 Taconic Road, Connecticut will be sold to the highest bidder at Absolute Auction on Saturday, June 17 by DeCaro Auctions International.

 

It’s Gold Cup Day! Who is Your Winner?

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It is the time of the year to pick your winner for the Gold Cup day & bet on your favourite race. If you don’t know what we are talking about, all the more reason to open our Horse Racing tab and get some badly needed education.

Over four days in March, from Tuesday 14 to Friday 17, Cheltenham will be the venue of the world-famous Cheltenham Festival, and on the last day, there will be “the showcase race of the showcase meeting” of the National Hunt season: the Cheltenham Gold Cup. Every year, the festival gathers the ablest hurdlers, chasers and cross-country horses to compete for impressive prizes. It features 28 races, 14 of which are Grade 1 races.

It is not only a racing event, therefore, but also a parade of the most beautiful equine superstars. By the way, they are almost all related. In fact, while it may seem that the diversity of modern thoroughbreds isendless, it may come as a surprise that ninety percent of them have originated from a single animal, a 17th-century stallion called Eclipse. It must have been a sight to behold.

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But let us get back to the present. You can bet on the Cheltenham Festival 2017 online at William Hill right away, with competitive odds available for all 28 races. We have been covering the festival for decades, but there are many other reasons why you should place your bet at William Hill.

You might be worried about betting on a horse that doesn’t even make it to the festival. Fear not! As a warm-up for the event, William Hill offers a special Cheltenham Festival Non-Runner Insurance: if your horse misses the festival, you get your full cash back; if it runs in a different festival race, you get a free bet.

You can find our Cheltenham tips by checking out our festival page, but also by listening to our free daily horse racing podcasts and out Tip Advisor service, where our customers share tips and betting advice. Check out the Special Markets section, which offers Cheltenham Festival Specials for those in the know, such as “Altior Or Douvan, Who Will Win By The Furthest?” or “Number Of Paul Nicholls Trained Winners”.

Finally, if you need further motivation to place a bet at the festival, let us remind you of two unlikely winners from the past. In 2012, Son Of Flicka won the Country Hurdle. His owner, who backed the horse at all prices from 66-1 down to his starting price of 16-1, earned £900,000 from this monster gamble.

But the Cheltenham Gold Cup had its highest-priced winner in 1990. It was Nortonís Coin, an obscurely-bred gelding, he was owned and trained by a Welsh farmer who had only two other horses in his stable. He was sent off at 100-1!

Miracles do happen… but only to those who take risks. Remember: who dares, wins! And is there a more splendid occasion for a daring bet than the Cheltenham Festival?

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3 Luxurious Dates to Take Your Significant Other On

At the beginning of a relationship, it’s easy to come up with new date ideas right off the back. Maybe you’ll go to your favorite, expensive restaurant a couple of times, or even go shopping together. However, eventually, it’s easy to have a hard time coming up with new date ideas for you and your … Read more

The Daily Dose of Inspiration: A 150-acre Luxury Equestrian Property With Incredible Features

This Central Washington equestrian facility with a 17,000-square-foot home was sold for $7.5 million. With all of its incredible features, this top-end property set amidst the rustic natural beauty of Manastash Ridge in Ellensburg, Washington, is truly unique. Located in central Washington, the luxury property has a 180-degree mountain and valley views, as seen from … Read more