The article highlights two distinctive properties in County Kildare, Ireland, a region known both as a commuter belt for Dublin and as the heart of Ireland’s thoroughbred horse racing industry. The first is Thornton Lodge, a heritage house near the Curragh racecourse, once home to the legendary racehorse Nijinsky. This period property, priced at €600,000, features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a rich history dating back to the 18th century, though its stable yard buildings are no longer part of the estate.

In contrast, the second property is a modern, energy-efficient farm called Millfarm, built in 2016 and listed for €1,350,000. Situated on 21 acres, it includes an American-style barn with seven stables, an outdoor arena, and extensive equestrian facilities. The spacious four-bedroom, four-bathroom home boasts contemporary amenities such as underfloor heating, solar panels, a floodlit tennis court, and a detached gym studio, catering to those seeking a blend of luxury living and functional horse breeding or training facilities.