Those unfamiliar with the area are in for a wonderful surprise when, 35 miles from the heart of Manhattan, they will have been transported to a world of rolling hills, lush pastures, immaculate picket fences, sprawling farms and breathtaking homes. In fact you could be forgiven for thinking you had travelled to Somerset, England instead of being just an hour from the hustle and bustle of Downtown Manhattan. Not surprisingly named after its English cousin Somerset County, New Jersey is one of the oldest counties in the USA.

Famed for its hunts and equestrian estates Somerset County is the home of The United States Equestrian Team – and they should know a little about the best place for equestrians in the USA.

Nestled in 75 completely private acres lies 151 Spook Hollow Road, a magical estate in the heart of Bedminster’s Hunt Country, which has evolved from its origins as an early 1900s farm to the fabulous state-of-the-art facility it is today. With a beautiful owners’ home, two staff cottages and extensive equestrian facilities the property is ideal for either an amateur of professional equestrian.

Deborah Cerbone, local landscape architect specializing in equestrian site planning helped design the grounds, which feature a modern work from British artist Nic Fiddian-Green, famous for his iconic “Horse at Water” sculptures.

State-of-the-art barns designed by the renowned UK firm Loddon Equestrian Ltd offer a total of 20 box stalls. There’s also three riding arenas, a 100 x 200-foot outdoor arena and a vast 20,000 square-foot indoor riding – and lots more.

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151 Spook Hollow Road is listed with Sharon Ortepio of Turpin Realtors (an equestrian herself and expert in equestrian property in Somerset County) at a current asking price of $35 million (24/06/23)