The Queen’s Plate, Canada’s oldest thoroughbred horse race, founded in 1860, is being held on July 5 at Woodbine Racetrack this year. In honour of the event, Post City decided to feature four properties that encapsulate the lavish lifestyle behind the esteemed age-old tradition.

The rolling hills of 14760 11th Concession Rd. are befitting of royalty, as King, ON’s, most luxurious, privately owned equestrian playground. On the market for $17,988,000, this astounding estate is located just 25 minutes from Toronto and a convenient 30 minutes from Woodbine Racetrack. The 22,000-square-foot residence, teeming with modern amenities and high-quality finishes, has welcomed foreign dignitaries from the Russian Federation, the United Arab Emirates and England. Formerly home to two award-winning thoroughbreds, the estate is well equipped for quality horse care, with its own 38-stall stable and 101 acres of land, complete with 11 paddocks and its own racetrack.  

Year-round excellence

Built in 2009 and sitting on 66 acres of land, the two-storey home at 5130 18th Sideroad has an asking price of $3.75 million. The property has its own indoor arena and viewing room, four barns with eight to 15 stalls and 16 paddocks with two run-ins.

Love at first graze

The house at 15600 11th Concession Rd. enjoys total privacy on its 34-acre lot with magnificent 30-foot trees surrounding it. On sale for $2.25 million, the three-storey, Tudor-style home boasts five bedrooms, three paddocks, an immaculate stable and a tennis court. 

More than a cosy stable for two

The 50-acre property at 7435 19th Sideroad, on the market for $5.39 million, is a year-round training, rehabilitation and breaking facility, with two family homes. Once you’re inside the gates, a network of paved roadways leads to the stables, arena and racetrack area.