South Carolina is known among many things for its beaches, its vibrant cities such as the cobblestoned street-lined Charleston, its many golf courses, and, of course, sweet tea. But let's not forget the beautiful creatures who live here, too, including more than 65,100 horses. In 2010, South Carolina even designated The Marsh Tacky as the state horse.
Usually, when people think of equestrian living in South Carolina, they think of Aiken. Aiken is also home to the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum, which honors flat racing and steeplechase Thoroughbred horses trained in Aiken. There is even a stoplight on Whiskey Road with a button that allows horse riders to cross the street safely, as horses have the right of way in Aiken.
However, the Lowcountry offers parcels of beautiful land perfect for raising horses and has its own brand of equestrian living, too. From relaxing trail rides along Seabrook's private beach to public lessons at Middleton Place to highly prestigious and anticipated events like the Steeplechase of Charleston, horses are as much a part of Charleston's culture and history as the people who live here. The vast Lowcountry lands and suitable year-round weather make it an ideal place to care for horses and for their owners to live, whether the horses engage in professional races or need land purely for recreational enjoyment.
These creatures need much space to roam, so finding the right equestrian property for both the horse and the owner is essent.
