Famed 'Snooty Fox Farm' Sells for Record-Breaking $5-Million
Carrie Cason with Engel & Völkers Gainesville represents record-breaking sale of thoroughbred horse ranch, 'Snooty Fox Farm' for $5,000,000
NAPLES, Fla., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Engel & Völkers Florida today announced the record-breaking sale of 'Snooty Fox Farm,' a thoroughbred horse ranch located on NW County Rd 239 in Alachua, Florida. The 341-acre property was represented by Carrie Cason with Engel & Völkers Gainesville. With a $5,000,000 price tag, the transaction now marks the most expensive equestrian property in Alachua County.
"This sale shows us that the possibilities are endless for Alachua County's real estate market in the future," said Cason. "Due to the pandemic, we have witnessed dramatic changes in the housing market. There were mass exoduses from metropolitan cities with people exploring more rural areas."
The land has been used for the last 49 years as a thoroughbred horse farm by the Cotter family; in which time it developed an impressive pedigree of award-winning racehorses. Snooty Fox Farm has earned its spot in horse racing history as the birthplace of two Wood Memorial winners and a Kentucky Derby participant. The Cotters owned 'Hurry Home Hillary,' a mare who gave birth to a colt named 'Bellamy Road.' This foal was owned by the Kinsman Stable, the nom de course of George Michael Steinbrenner III, and went on to win the 2004 Cradle Stakes and 2005 Wood Memorial Stakes, amongst others. He was considered a favorite for the 2005 Kentucky Derby, but finished seventh. He then ended his career with a second place finish in the 2005 Travers Stakes. The Cotters bred 'Toby's Corner' from Bellamy Road, who was the winner of the 2011 Resorts World New York Casino Wood Memorial Stakes and more.
"I was honored to represent the sellers of such a stunning property," said Cason. "From its rolling hills to the majestic Oak trees, Snooty Fox Farm is truly one-of-a-kind and I am beyond privileged to have been able to sell such a fine farm. This thoroughbred horse farm offers many fantastic scenes in addition to its rich history. It was the home to several premier racing horses, including some horses who participated in the Kentucky Derby. The history of raising magnificent horses is undeniable. I was fortunate enough to experience this journey with such amazing people, the Seller having been incredibly hospitable to us."
The 341-acre property offers an eight-stall barn with four adjacent paddocks, grass show jumping ring, feed room and workshop, and three fenced pastures. The 4,904 square foot home contains four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a living room, formal sitting room, dining room, library and study, laundry room, and two game rooms. The house, which is centered around the kitchen, features wide-plank, tongue and groove hardwood floors throughout, as well as a walk-in cupula with 360-degree views of the property.
"This transaction is another example of Engel & Völkers being the prominent real estate company to sell all types of luxury properties," said Peter Giese CEO Engel & Völkers Florida. "Whether it is equestrian properties, ocean front or downtown living, our franchisees and advisors are leading the way in delivering record results for our clients."
Cason came to Engel & Völkers in 2020 when she secured the Engel & Völkers franchise rights to Alachua and Columbia Counties. Her first shop, Engel & Völkers Gainesville, hosted its grand opening in February 2022. Since joining forces with Engel & Völkers, she has represented several record-breaking listings and sales; most recently the 'Double Barrel Ranch' for $4.25-million which broke the sales record for a single-family home in Columbia County, Florida. She has been in the real estate industry for over twenty years, earning her brokers license in 2004 and designations such as the GRI and CCIM along the way. She has closed over 600 transactions throughout her career, totaling a volume of more than $160,000,000.
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