KGF Equestrian Center in the Heart of Kirkland, Washington

Рет қаралды 9,913

10 жыл бұрын

Presented by Brazen Sotheby's International Realty
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Once in a blue moon you uncover the rare opportunity to own and operate a world class horse boarding and training facility in an idyllic setting straight out of a storybook. Other stables pepper this exclusive Bridle Trails community, well known for it's homeowner's with an ongoing passion for horses like your own, but none can hold a candle to the spectacular beauty and picture perfection of KGF.

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@pamelamartin1170 6 жыл бұрын

Many, many moons and horses ago...this equestrian gem was known as Central Park Stables. I boarded my horse there. It has changed/evolved/morphed so much over the decades. At one time there was a "barn" and indoor riding arena on the east side of the property. It was primarily dedicated to rental horses for lessons and park rides. It had a cozy reception area complete with a fireplace and plenty of hot coffee and cocoa available to the riders on those dismal rainy weekends. It was eventually demolished and the property was reimagined and converted into Central Park Tennis Club. Despite my joining the club, I missed that friendly old barn. I was one of the fortunate young gals who had her own horse. I boarded him in the stables that still exist today, albeit extremely renovated. My Thoroughbred was stabled in the "Hunter/Jumper" barn. Dennis Budden and another trainer (whose name eacapes me) were major trainers there. On the south side of the premises, where the current covered arena is, were stalls dedicated to the "3 and 5 gaited" horses. The in-house trainer then was Ted Carlson. The western side and towards the front of the property where beautiful homes now stand, was the "Western Barn". Tony Garcia and Bruce Gilchrist were the well- known trainers at the time. Back "in the day" the property boasted an indoor arena attached to the current renovated reception/office area. Many horse shows were held there. Directly behind it was a covered arena which was primarily used for warm-ups. Recently, I visited Kirkland and the old, familiar Central Park Stables was on my itinerary. It's since been renamed "Aleron". I was so impressed with the many changes. The stablehands were so very hospitable and clearly do a fine job of keeping the premises pristine. Oh, how I wish I could go back in time and relive those many wonderful moments I enjoyed with my dear stead, "Royal Hand"! In the years that have passed, I became paralysed and unable to ride. I thank the kindness of the management to allow me the dear pleasure of rolling the premises in my wheelchair and reliving my precious "hay-day".