Part 1: Premier Destination Equestrian Retreat
It took years to build the seven separate parcels of Willow Creek Estancia into the owner’s idea of the perfect estate – an expansive and luxurious equestrian property on 77-acres with two barns, riding paths, rolling green pastures and a lake for fishing and a recreation center for adults and kids to enjoy, all within a short drive to the beach. Now this incredible property is primed to be shaped into a new ideal – whether by a single owner, a limited liability corporation, or a developer. One such option would be to redesign this amazing property into a premier destination equestrian retreat.
Willow Creek Estancia was already designed to be reminiscent of Argentina’s working ranches with trails, pastures, and a peaceful lake setting, so turning it into an elite retreat wouldn’t take much imagination. The extensive property has two barns with over 30 stalls, horse walkers, pastures, trails, sand rings, and a Grand Prix field. It houses a staff of cowboys and caretakers to look after the property and the horses. Additionally, the estate includes all equipment necessary for the upkeep of the property including a hay barn and machine barn housing.
The addition of luxury cottages for the premier destination’s exclusive guests could easily transform the tranquil estate into the ultimate weekend and short-stay destination for Southern Californians who want to experience the romance of ranch life without the reality of a remote and rural destination. Visitors can ride the 50-miles of Rancho Santa Fe trails or take lessons in a variety of equestrian disciplines.
When not on horseback, guests can take advantage of a number of non-equestrian activities such as workout in the gym, bowl in the recreation pavilion, cool off in the pool or play a friendly tennis match. Meals can be enjoyed in private bungalows or shared vaquero-style on the main house’s expansive terraces overlooking the picturesque green lawns, variety of trees and beautiful gardens.
Only 30-minutes to a major metropolitan airport or two-hour drive from Los Angeles and designed for horseback riding and equestrian training of all disciplines, this luxury retreat would be the perfect weekend destination – all of the scenery without the jetlag. Visit the opportunities page for more development ideas