We show every listing that we feel will fit your needs, regardless of whether it is our listing or another agent’s.

We take our responsibility to you seriously. We will do everything possible to find or sell your farm.

Nowhere else will you find Ocala’s superior footing, beautiful weather, & countless equine competitions.

From pleasure riders and amateurs to professional equestrians, Ocala has long been a preeminent equestrian destination. However, outside the stables, we’re equally excited to see Ocala grow and thrive in exciting ways with new dining, shopping, arts, entertainment, and outdoor adventures suitable for all ages.

Consider this publication your personal invitation to explore the incredible opportunities that Ocala and Marion County have to offer in the coming year. Sharing these stories and our vibrant community with you is both a pleasure and a privilege.

The cover artwork was designed by Sally Chapman of the Chapman Collection and depicts the equine family owned by OHP. These horses are not just our companions; they are champions in their own right, having competed in some of the world’s most prestigious three-day events. From the thrilling jumps at Burghley, to the challenging courses of Pau, Maryland, Luhmühlen, Aachen, Boekelo, and Kentucky — each horse has a tale of bravery and excellence.

Ocala's #1 Farm Realtors 16 Years & Counting

$400 Million in Ocala Farm Sales Since Jan. ’21

The Largest Portfolio of Ocala Farms for Sale Available

The Largest Dedicated Advertising Budget in the Ocala Farm Sales Industry

Proud, Original Founders of the Horse Farms Forever Organization

Ocala Farm Realtors; Rob and Chris Desino & Matt Varney
Ocala Farm Realtors; Rob and Chris Desino & Matt Varney

Why Choose the Ocala Realtors @ Ocala Horse Properties?

As Ocala Florida horse farm owners and equestrians, we LIVE the Marion County horse farm and luxury home market. We don’t want you to buy just any horse farm or training center in Ocala; we want you to buy the right Marion County farm… in the right part of Ocala… with the right amount of acreage… near the right venues… the right distance from downtown Ocala.

“We know which areas are increasing in value and which areas to avoid. It is our responsibility to teach our clientele everything you need to know prior to buying your Ocala horse farm or training center.”

We search for that dream Ocala horse farm or Marion County horse farm as if we were searching for our own. We show every listing that we feel will fit your needs – regardless of whether it is our listing or another agent’s. Buying a horse farm in Ocala / Marion County is one of life’s big decisions and we take our responsibility to you seriously.

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The Ocala Horse Properties Team tirelessly continue to advocate for Ocala’s horse farms.

OHP News & Events

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Jules Batters & Cooley O Take A New Route to Rebecca Farm

Jules Ennis Batters and her 14-year-old Anglo European Sporthorse, Cooley O, aren’t newcomers to the Event at Rebecca Farm. In fact, Jules and her top competitive partner have twice made the long haul from the East Coast to Montana, competing in the CCI4* divisions in 2019 and 2021. Each of those years, Jules and her…

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OHP Rebecca Farm Flight Grant Recipients Announced

The recipients of the 2022 Ocala Horse Properties Rebecca Farm Flight Grant were chosen in a drawing at the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian. Rob and Chris Desino from Ocala Horse Properties and Sarah and Rebecca Broussard from The Event at Rebecca Farm made the selections by randomly choosing miniature airplanes…

Always smiling! Rashad & Patrice Jones - Owners of Big Lee's Serious About BBQ.

Rashad Jones is Ocala’s King of BBQ!

Rashad Jones, owner of Big Lee’s Serious About Barbecue, has risen to local and national recognition for his determination, exceptional culinary talents and participation in the Food Network’s 6 part series, Eat, Sleep, BBQ. Although recognized as a ‘foodie celebrity’ for that role, Rashad does not consider the Food Network his defining moment. His focus…

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FAST Ocala Dives Off the Starting Block March 26, 2022!

Florida Aquatics Swimming & Training (FAST) is officially unveiling their state of the art swimming complex on March 26th, 2022 with their Grand Opening event which is open to the public! Come celebrate the opening of another world class sports facility poised to enhance the lives of our Marion County community members. FAST, located southwest…

Ocala Metro CEP Team Led by Kevin Sheilley

Marion County Metro Boasts National Recognition for 
Robust Economic Growth!

The Greater Ocala Region is well known for its wide open spaces, beautiful Florida climate and nationally recognized equestrian activities. Historically, “snowbirds” have flocked to Florida to enjoy our temperate winters, but recent economic studies are showing another trend. Marion County is experiencing an impressive increase in permanent residents due to strong economic factors driven…

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World Equestrian Center to Run USEF Licensed Competitions

Lexington, Ky. – USEF is pleased to announce that an agreement has been reached for the World Equestrian Center (WEC) to operate USEF licensed events. WEC will be conducting dressage and hunter jumper competitions at their facilities in Wilmington, Ohio and Ocala, Florida, beginning in March 2022, pending execution of finalized license agreements.

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Ocala Horse Properties Rebecca Farm Flight Grant

In 2021 the team from Ocala Horse Properties, led by Rob and Chris Desino, visited “The Event at Rebecca Farm” for the first time. In awe of the quality of the event, they felt that the entire eventing community, especially those on the East Coast of the United States, needed to make this event a…

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Advocating for the Preservation of Ocala Farm Land

Ocala Horse Properties & Horse Farms Forever advocates for preserving the character and culture of Ocala/Marion County for future generations.   By founding endeavors like Horse Farms Forever, we have helped the horse industry create more than 21,000 jobs in Marion County with an overall economic impact of $2.3 billion dollars. But beyond the financial…

A new build may seem daunting, but the path is exciting and the results are rewarding.

We Are Opening A New Office in Ocala!

“Our office, which should be opening in March, will be more than just a real estate office,” he says. “In essence, it will be a one-stop shopping experience for anyone in the market for an Ocala luxury home or Ocala farm “ready to go”, or a property that needs some updating. We will be positioned…

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Horse Farms Forever Summit Balances Conservation & Growth in Ocala

Horse Farms Forever, is a conservation minded non-profit organization which was founded in 2018 in response to the steady growth and threat of encroaching road development in Marion County. Since its inception, Horse Farms Forever has received enormous support from farm owners, community leaders and businesses in Ocala who share the same passion; to protect…

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Terranova Inaugural Event Dominated by Ocala Equestrians

Florida equestrians celebrated the opening of another top class competition venue at the inaugural 4* Event at Terranova, a new expansive 225 acre equestrian facility located in Myakka City, Florida. Myakka City is located just a few hours from Ocala, Florida and minutes from downtown Sarasota.  Ocala Horse Properties was honored to sponsor the official unveiling…

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World Equestrian Center Acquires Ocala Jockey Club!

The Roberts family continues their massive support of horse sport in Marion County through the recent acquisition of the 950 acre Ocala Jockey Club. Proving their long term dedication to the equestrian industry in Ocala, WEC plans to continue to host eventing competitions at the already established property of the Ocala Jockey Club CCI4*L 3-Day…