{"id":345270,"date":"2026-06-22T04:47:24","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T04:47:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/345270\/"},"modified":"2026-06-22T04:47:24","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T04:47:24","slug":"luxury-equestrian-estate-lists-for-3-99-million-near-houston","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/345270\/","title":{"rendered":"Luxury equestrian estate lists for $3.99 million near Houston"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img alt=\"Horse enthusiast Terry\u00a0Chisholm is selling her 19.3-acre property, Chisolm Ranch, designed to be a comfortable equestrian retreat for horses and trainers alike.\" loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:16 \/ 9\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofcv bgscv block bg-gray200 mnh0px fill\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Horse enthusiast Terry\u00a0Chisholm is selling her 19.3-acre property, Chisolm Ranch, designed to be a comfortable equestrian retreat for horses and trainers alike.<\/p>\n<p>Nan and Co. Properties<\/p>\n<p>When Terry Chisholm first heard the story of Lucille, a pregnant horse that had been shot and left to die, she knew immediately she wanted to rescue her. The only problem? She didn\u2019t have a place to keep the injured mare.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>So,\u00a0Chisholm and her son set out to build one. The result was a 19.3-acre refuge in Montgomery designed from \u201cthe horse\u2019s perspective,\u201d with stalls, run-ins, riding areas and an upstairs residence that overlooks the animals below.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI wanted the horses to live in a beautiful place and be comfortable and peaceful,\u201d\u00a0Chisholm said in an interview.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>More than a decade later, the unique property that grew out of Lucille\u2019s rescue is on the market.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Chisholm listed the property at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.har.com\/homedetail\/23981-old-dobbin-plantersville-rd-montgomery-tx-77316\/17343219\" data-link=\"native\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"\">23981 Old Dobbin Plantersville Road <\/a>last month for $3.99 million, as she prepares to part with the equestrian retreat and spend more time visiting family across the country.<\/p>\n<p>The property features a professional-grade equestrian complex with 10 stalls, one oversized stall, 11 run-ins, a covered arena and an outdoor riding area.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Within the main building, a 2,046-square-foot residence sits above a series of horse stalls. The living room features an oversized glass wall that overlooks the stables below.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Exposed beams and a stone fireplace add a rustic elegance to the living room in the owner's retreat. A glass wall (shown at the back) overlooks the horse's stables below.\" loading=\"lazy\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofcv bgscv block bg-gray200 mnh0px fill\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Exposed beams and a stone fireplace add a rustic elegance to the living room in the owner&#8217;s retreat. A glass wall (shown at the back) overlooks the horse&#8217;s stables below.<\/p>\n<p>Nan and Co. Properties<\/p>\n<p>Chisholm and her real estate agent, Hardy Pollard of Nan &amp; Company Properties, know that it will take a specific type of buyer to appreciate the property.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt&#8217;s going to be somebody that loves their horses and wants their horses to just be in luxury,\u201d\u00a0Chisholm said.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Pollard said he\u2019s targeting buyers seeking\u00a0a high-end complex that could serve as a residence, event space and training facility.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Inside\u00a0the main building, wood-paneled ceilings and chandeliers evoke the ambiance of a classic Texas wedding venue. Massive fans and spray-foam insulation keep the interior cool. The upstairs owner\u2019s retreat features a primary bedroom with a balcony, a kitchen, a breakfast area, a dining room and a formal living room with a fireplace.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Chisholm's horses have lived long lives, which the owner credits in part to their experiences on the property.\u00a0\" loading=\"eager\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofcv bgscv block bg-black mnh0px fill\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Chisholm&#8217;s horses have lived long lives, which the owner credits in part to their experiences on the property.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Nan and Co. Properties<img alt=\"Horse enthusiast Terry\u00a0Chisholm is selling her 19.3-acre property, Chisolm Ranch, designed to be a comfortable equestrian retreat for horses and trainers alike.\" loading=\"lazy\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofcv bgscv block bg-black mnh0px fill\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Horse enthusiast Terry\u00a0Chisholm is selling her 19.3-acre property, Chisolm Ranch, designed to be a comfortable equestrian retreat for horses and trainers alike.<\/p>\n<p>Nan and Co. Properties<img alt=\"A view from the glass wall overlooking the stall aisle below.\" loading=\"lazy\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofcv bgscv block bg-black mnh0px fill\"\/><\/p>\n<p>A view from the glass wall overlooking the stall aisle below.<\/p>\n<p>Nan and Co. Properties<img alt=\"The living room features a glass wall (seen at the back of the image) that overlooks the stalls below.\" loading=\"lazy\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofcv bgscv block bg-black mnh0px fill\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The living room features a glass wall (seen at the back of the image) that overlooks the stalls below.<\/p>\n<p>Nan and Co. Properties<img alt=\"A center-aisle barn with warm interiors and chandeliers.\" loading=\"lazy\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofcv bgscv block bg-black mnh0px fill\"\/><\/p>\n<p>A center-aisle barn with warm interiors and chandeliers.<\/p>\n<p>Nan and Co. Properties<img alt=\"Oversized stalls and run-ins create a comfortable space for horses.\" loading=\"lazy\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofcv bgscv block bg-black mnh0px fill\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Oversized stalls and run-ins create a comfortable space for horses.<\/p>\n<p>Nan and Co. Properties<img alt=\"The bedroom opens up to a balcony overlooking the property.\u00a0\" loading=\"lazy\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofcv bgscv block bg-black mnh0px fill\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The bedroom opens up to a balcony overlooking the property.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Nan and Co. Properties<img alt=\"Views from the balcony.\" loading=\"lazy\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofcv bgscv block bg-black mnh0px fill\"\/>Nan and Co. Properties<img alt=\"A ranch-inspired gourmet kitchen with stone countertops at Chisholm Ranch.\" loading=\"lazy\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofcv bgscv block bg-black mnh0px fill\"\/><\/p>\n<p>A ranch-inspired gourmet kitchen with stone countertops at Chisholm Ranch.<\/p>\n<p>Nan and Co. Properties<img alt=\"The main barn at Chisolm Ranch.\" loading=\"lazy\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofcv bgscv block bg-black mnh0px fill\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The main barn at Chisolm Ranch.<\/p>\n<p>Nan and Co. Properties<img alt=\"The working barn at Chisholm Ranch.\" loading=\"lazy\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofcv bgscv block bg-black mnh0px fill\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The working barn at Chisholm Ranch.<\/p>\n<p>Nan and Co. Properties<img alt=\"Most of the property is open space.\u00a0\" loading=\"lazy\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofct bgsct block bg-black mnh0px fill\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Most of the property is open space.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Nan and Co. Properties<img alt=\"Horse enthusiast Terry\u00a0Chisholm is selling her 19.3-acre property, Chisolm Ranch, designed to be a comfortable equestrian retreat for horses and trainers alike.\" loading=\"lazy\"   style=\"aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2\" class=\"x100 y100 opc bgpc ofct bgsct block bg-black mnh0px fill\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Horse enthusiast Terry\u00a0Chisholm is selling her 19.3-acre property, Chisolm Ranch, designed to be a comfortable equestrian retreat for horses and trainers alike.<\/p>\n<p>Nan and Co. Properties<\/p>\n<p>The property also has two apartments measuring 800 square feet and 480 square feet, both with full kitchens and bathrooms. A separate working barn features 544 square feet of living space.<\/p>\n<p>In total, the property has about 3,345 square feet of air-conditioned living space, not including the horse-dedicated areas. There is also a five-car garage, elevator access and space for RV parking.<\/p>\n<p>Chisholm said her favorite part of the property has been how it has helped her build deeper connections with her horses, which now include Lucille, the original rescued horse, Lucille\u2019s daughter, Dolly, and a wild Mustang named Pocahontas rescued from Montana.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The horses are now aged 32, 15 and 22 years, respectively.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>The horses&#8217; longevity is a testament to the quality of life they enjoyed\u00a0on the property, Pollard said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThat\u2019s the part of the story that I think is more important than the acreage or the barn or the size,\u201d Pollard said. \u201c(The\u00a0Chisholms) were onto something very magical.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Horse enthusiast Terry\u00a0Chisholm is selling her 19.3-acre property, Chisolm Ranch, designed to be a comfortable equestrian retreat for&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":345271,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[56,58,57],"class_list":["post-345270","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-houston","tag-houston","tag-houston-headlines","tag-houston-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/345270","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=345270"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/345270\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/345271"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=345270"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=345270"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=345270"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}