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Work with the #1 Ranked Farm Realtor in Ocala, with the largest portfolio of Ocala horse farms available anywhere. 

Nobody knows the 1400 sq. Miles of Ocala’s horse country better than us. We get our buyers expertly represented & fully educated - From A to Z!

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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.

Ocala has always been a place where magic happens—where riders of all levels chase their dreams on fields of green under endless skies. It’s a sanctuary for the heart, a place where horses heal us, and the world slows to the rhythm of hooves. But there’s more to Ocala than the stables.

This year, we’re celebrating two years in our Highway 27 office, a space that’s become a cozy haven for neighbors and newcomers alike. And what a year it’s been—Olympic memories that left us breathless, a dressage scene that’s blossoming like wildflowers, and even a mobile healthcare clinic built to care for our farm-driven lives.

As we share these stories, we hope you’ll feel the pull of this place—its vibrant community, its promise of possibility. Ocala isn’t just a destination; it’s a home, a dream, and a soft place to land. Come and see for yourself.

Ocala's #1 Farm Realtors 17 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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OHP News & Events

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Horse Farms Forever – Preserving Ocala’s Equestrian Farmland and Heritage

The scope and depth of  the impact that the equine industry has in Ocala Florida is far reaching in our community.  Did you know that the horse industry in Marion County has created more than 21,000 jobs and there are more than 80,000 horses in our region?  The financial impact on our region has been…

Chris & Rob Desino with Liz Halliday-Sharp.

Reflections on CHIO Aachen and Onward to the Pan Am Games!

This past weekend in Aachen exemplifies the reason why the team at Ocala Horse Properties is involved in the sport of eventing.  Not every weekend will end as one hopes – proven this past weekend by a thrown shoe and unfortunate slip late during their brilliant XC round.  But by reflecting upon the determination, sportsmanship…

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Greetings From the Nations Cup CHIO Aachen!

The team at Ocala Horse Properties is on the road to cheer on the US Equestrian Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team at the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Aachen CCIO4*-S during CHIO Aachen, being held July 19-20 in Aachen, Germany.  It is truly an honor to watch Liz Halliday-Sharp and Deniro Z, owned by Ocala Horse…

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Golden Retrievers Get First Peek at WEC!

A “soft opening” has been scheduled at the World Equestrian Center, and it will be for another species of 4 legged animals – the 2020 Golden Retriever Club of America National Specialty event will be held from October 19th-22nd, 2020.  We can think of no better way to unveil the new WEC to our community…

Liz & Cooley Quicksilver, Photo Courtesy Liz Halliday-Sharp

Liz Halliday-Sharp Named to Two US Eventing Teams!

Liz Halliday-Sharp is going to have a very busy summer, and the team at Ocala Horse Properties can’t wait to follow her on these competitive adventures!  Liz has worked exceptionally hard to produce her current string of horses, and due to her talent and steadfast dedication to her horses –  We are incredibly proud to…

Trainer Mark Casse with War of Will and Jockey Tyler Gaffalione after Preakness Win. PC: Eric Kalet for Paulick Report

Ocala Horse Racing Shines in the Headlines!

Mark Casse has been in the horse racing business for a long time, and his determined efforts, and exceptional resume, finally paid off in a remarkable win with War of Will in the 2019 Preakness. Casse, who has lived in Ocala for most of his life, is hitting his stride this race season with several…

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The 2019 Ocala Style Women’s Expo is Saturday May 18th!

Right on the heels of an amazing Mother’s Day weekend, Ocala Horse Properties wants to share some more exciting news for Marion County women.   The 2019 Ocala Style Women’s Expo is being held on May 18th from 11-4pm, at the Klein Center at the College of Central Florida.  This is a one day event for…

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Make Mother’s Day Weekend Special!

Sunday May 12th is officially Mother’s Day, but at Ocala Horse Properties, we think Mom should be celebrated all weekend long.  With that in mind, here’s our recommendations for unique regional events to make this weekend a memorable one! Friday May 10th – Take her to downtown Ocala!  Enjoy live music at Ocala’s Downtown Square…

Liz and Niro Marching Around the XC at The Fork. PC: Mark McInnis!

OHP Heads to #LRK3DE with Halliday Sharp & Deniro Z!

It’s that time of year, when the Kentucky blue grass is lush and all eventing enthusiasts start they’re annual pilgrimage to the biggest competition of the year at the Land Rover Kentucky 3 Day Event. This year is especially poignant for the team at Ocala Horse Properties, since they will all be in Kentucky rooting…

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VOCAL Inspires Our Community to Improve Animal Welfare in Ocala!

Over the past several years, Ocala Horse Properties has supported VOCAL (Voices of Change Animal League) because of their wonderful efforts towards animal welfare in our region. We are in awe of our community members who have stepped up by volunteering time and financial resources to make such a difference in the lives of cats…

Liz and Deniro Z Galloping to their 2017 Win at the Florida Horse Park! PC: Jenni Autry

This Weekend is the 2019 Ocala International 3 Day Event!

The season finale for the winter season is this weekend at the Florida Horse Park, and while some of the snowbirds have migrated north, plenty of top riders remain in Ocala. This event is the final run for many horses headed the the Land Rover Kentucky 3 Day Event, so plan on coming out to…

Liz and Deniro Z Jumping to 2nd at 2019 Carolina International 4*. PC: Jenni Autry for Eventing Nation

Liz Halliday Sharp and Ocala Horse Properties’ Deniro Z are Blazing A Trail to Kentucky!

Liz Halliday-Sharp and Deniro Z began their road to Kentucky in 2015, after Liz took notice of this young horses’ emerging talent as a green show jumper back in England. He had been imported from Holland by fellow eventer, Francis Wittington to be sold and Liz jumped on the opportunity. Since 2017 this dynamic duo…