Stephanie Hole, a passionate thoroughbred breeder from Marlborough, is selling her 10.12-hectare estate in Hawkesbury after 20 years of breeding horses. Notably, her horse Manzoice won the 2022 Victoria Derby and competed in the Melbourne Cup, a rare achievement for a “backyard breeder.” The property features a modern four-bedroom, two-bathroom timber farmhouse with a large veranda, a five-bay shed with a self-contained guest studio, and scenic views of Cloudy Bay and Wellington. Stephanie and her husband David built the home in 2018, carefully balancing aesthetics and durability.

The estate, ideal for horse and gardening enthusiasts, currently hosts horses and cattle but is being sold as the Holes seek a more manageable property closer to town due to David’s failing eyesight. The home offers spacious living with a well-equipped kitchen and a large ensuite bathroom, and the peaceful setting is perfect for families who enjoy equestrian activities. The property has a rating value of $2.61 million, though the asking price is expected to be below this.