Stout Stables

27 Acres. Active Boarding Business. 10 Minutes from TIEC.

$3,775,000 Columbus, North Carolina 27.03 Acres
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Property Overview

Built in 2018 from raw land. Designed around serious equestrians, not real estate photography.

27.03 Acres
8 Bedrooms
7.5 Bathrooms
8,159 Total Sq Ft
12 Horse Stalls
60×144 Indoor Arena

Hughes Creek Preserve

Hughes Creek Preserve is gated and quiet. The Tryon International Equestrian Center is 10 minutes down the road — which is why this property draws serious buyers, not browsers. The barn runs. The lodge is rented. The arena footing is maintained. You're buying a working operation, not a restoration project.

MLS #4223854

Listed by James Wilson, Pulliam Properties

Gated Community

Exclusive Hughes Creek Preserve with code-controlled security gate

FETA Trail Access

Direct access to miles of equestrian trails

Operating Business

Established Stout Stables boarding facility

The Lodge

822 Preservation Trail — 6,438 sq ft across three independent levels

5 Bedrooms, 5 Bathrooms

6,438 square feet of refined living across three levels

Built 2018-2019

Built for function and extended living — not spec'd for a magazine shoot

3 Kitchens, 3 Laundry Rooms

Main floor, ground floor, and studio — each with full kitchen and laundry

Steam Shower

Spa-like amenities in the master suite

Premium Features

  • Three-level design: ground floor, main floor, and upper level
  • The Studio — top floor apartment above 3-car garage (currently rented)
  • Upper level includes second room that can combine with Studio for ~90% of top floor
  • Ground floor unit with separate entrance (currently rented)
  • EV charging capability (110V + 220V available)
  • Solar panel system for energy efficiency
  • High-end finishes throughout
  • Open floor plan perfect for entertaining
  • Panoramic views of the surrounding mountains
  • Professional-grade kitchen appliances
  • Smart home automation systems
The Lodge at Stout Stables - twilight view

The Barn & Arena

920 Preservation Trail — 19,296 sq ft purpose-built for working horses

The Barn and Arena at Stout Stables - aerial view
19,296 Total Barn Sq Ft
60×144 Indoor Arena
12 Horse Stalls

Equestrian Excellence

  • 60×144 ft indoor arena with dust control system
  • 12 stalls (12×12) — StallSaver mats, drainage, LED lights, oscillation fans, auto waterers, hay mangers, sliding barn doors, 2×6 construction
  • 10 southern stalls with 12×24 walk-outs

Climate-Controlled Barn Wing

~888 sq ft of air-conditioned space with resin flooring

  • Viewing Room (12×12) — richly appointed arena overlook, doubles as overnight room for horse care
  • Custom Tack Room (24×12) — 10 cabinet-grade lockers with dual saddle stands, boot/helmet storage, slide-out cubbies, bridle hangers
  • Break Room (12×12) — hot/cold water, sink, refrigerator, washer & dryer
  • Full Bathroom (12×12) — toilet, sink, shower, medical equipment storage
  • Office (12×12) — dedicated entrance, closet, thermostat, video surveillance console, ceiling fan

Utility Rooms

  • Feed Room (24×12) — anti-mouse insulated walls, feed & grain storage
  • Staff Tack Room (12×12) — saddle/bridle racks, blanket storage, rack-mount Ubiquiti network switches

The Guest House

3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms

1,721 Square Feet

Currently rented — perfect for farm manager, staff housing, or guest quarters. This comfortable residence features a full kitchen and separate entrance, overlooking the barn operations with convenient access to all facilities.

The Land

27.03 acres with mountain views, board fencing, and a 5-acre overflow parcel already fenced and wired

Main Property

Thoughtfully developed with the Lodge, Barn, and manicured grounds. Rolling terrain with mountain views and carefully planned drainage systems.

5-Acre Overflow Parcel

  • Fully fenced for additional turnout
  • Electrical service installed
  • Ready for future development
  • Perfect for additional barns or arenas

Natural Features

  • Rolling topography with mature trees
  • Seasonal creek running through property
  • Multiple pasture areas with board fencing
  • Professional landscaping around buildings
  • Panoramic mountain views
  • Private setting within gated community
Aerial view of Stout Stables equestrian estate

Stout Stables Boarding

The barn is full. The clients are local. The reputation runs itself.

Full-Service Boarding

Stout Stables has been operating as a premier boarding facility, providing exceptional care for horses and convenience for their owners. The facility maintains a strong reputation in the local equestrian community.

Services & Amenities

Daily Turnout

Individual and group turnout in well-maintained pastures

Feed Program

Customized feeding schedules and premium hay

Arena Access

24/7 access to the indoor arena and outdoor spaces

Professional Care

Experienced staff providing daily horse care

Business Opportunity

The property features three income-producing rental units — The Studio, The Guest House, and the ground floor of The Lodge — all with proven rental history and current tenants. Combined with the equestrian boarding operation, new owners enjoy multiple revenue streams from day one. Owners can run the boarding operation as-is or convert to private use. Either way, the facility is built to handle both without retrofitting.

Current Boarding Information:

Phone: (828) 676-4723

Facebook: Stout Stables (180+ followers)

Prime Location

Columbus, NC — close enough to TIEC to matter, far enough from Tryon to be private

Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC)

Just minutes from one of the world's premier equestrian competition venues. TIEC hosts Olympic-level events and provides year-round training opportunities for riders of all levels.

Hughes Creek Preserve

Exclusive gated community offering:

  • Code-controlled security gate (closed by default)
  • Miles of private hiking and riding trails
  • Community amenities and events
  • Like-minded equestrian neighbors
  • Protective covenants maintaining property values

FETA Trail Access

Direct access to the FETA trail system — hundreds of miles of maintained riding through the Blue Ridge foothills, available from the property gate.

Area Attractions

  • Blue Ridge Mountains recreation
  • Asheville cultural attractions (45 minutes)
  • Charlotte metropolitan area (1.5 hours)
  • Historic Tryon and Columbus downtowns
  • Multiple golf courses and country clubs
  • Excellent schools and medical facilities

Address:
822 & 920 Preservation Trail, Columbus, NC 28722

Distance to TIEC: Approximately 10 minutes

Property Infrastructure

Every system here was spec'd and installed by someone who understood what it was for

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Solar Power & Battery Storage

19.84 kW solar array with 62 premium panels and SolarEdge inverter system. Paired with 20 kW LG Chem battery storage for near off-grid capability.

  • ⚡ 28,225 kWh annual production
  • ⚡ 30-year panel warranty
  • ⚡ ~$3,000/year energy offset
  • ⚡ $70,000 installed value (2018)
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Private Well & Water Systems

Single private well with dedicated utility room housing all critical systems — well controls, water filtration, solar management, and battery storage.

  • 💧 Whole-property water filtration
  • 💧 Centralized utility management
  • 💧 No municipal water dependency
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Rainwater Arena Dust Control

Self-sustaining sprinkler system powered entirely by harvested rainwater. Four 1,500-gallon in-ground tanks collect from barn roof gutters — gravity-fed cascade with pump-driven distribution. The 6,000-gallon on-site water reserve also serves as a recognized fire suppression resource, contributing to a favorable ISO Public Protection Classification and documented insurance premium reductions for the property.

  • 🏇 6,000 gallons total rainwater storage
  • 🏇 8 commercial Rainbird sprinkler heads
  • 🏇 3 HP pump for downhill distribution
  • 🏇 Zero water cost for arena maintenance
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LED & Low-Voltage Lighting

Entire property utilizes energy-efficient low-voltage lighting. Indoor arena features 8 high-output LED fixtures providing optimal riding illumination with minimal power draw.

  • 💡 Full property low-voltage system
  • 💡 8 LED arena downlights
  • 💡 Landscape lighting throughout
  • 💡 Minimal energy footprint
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Dual Septic & RV Hookups

Two independent septic systems allow the Lodge and Barn complex to operate autonomously. Dual RV hookups accommodate trainers and visitors with live-in horse trailers.

  • 🔧 Lodge septic (main home + guest apartment)
  • 🔧 Barn septic (barn, guest house, RV)
  • 🔧 2 RV hookups: 30/50 amp, water
  • 🔧 Ideal for trainer accommodation
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Premium Fencing & Shop Systems

RAM Fencing "White Lightning" electric high-tensile, PVC-wrapped fencing on 6-inch round posts — the gold standard in equestrian fencing. Shop equipped with 120 PSI compressed air system.

  • 🔒 Horse-safe electric high-tensile fencing
  • 🔒 PVC-wrapped on insulators
  • 🔒 120 PSI air with 4 quick-disconnects
  • 🔒 Gated community (Hughes Creek Preserve)
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Smart Farm Technology

Enterprise-grade Ubiquiti UniFi network managed by Dream Machine Pro. Full property WiFi coverage, 23 PoE security cameras covering every stall, aisle, arena, and entry point.

  • 📡 23 security cameras (stalls, aisles, arena, lodge)
  • 📡 12 WiFi access points — full property coverage
  • 📡 Alexa smart home integration
  • 📡 Ecobee smart thermostats
  • 📡 Centralized IT rack in lodge
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Professional Shop & Electrical

Fully equipped shop with welding station, commercial slat wall, high bay LED lighting, and integrated sound system. Strategic 220V outlets throughout the barn for veterinary and farrier equipment.

  • ⚙️ Welding station (dedicated 220V)
  • ⚙️ 220V barn outlets for vet/farrier
  • ⚙️ Commercial slat wall organization
  • ⚙️ High bay LED lighting & sound system
  • ⚙️ EV charging capability

📋 Detailed Infrastructure Specification Sheet Available

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Send Us a Message

Listing Agent

James Wilson

Pulliam Properties

📞 (828) 768-7098
📧 helo@stoutstables.com
🏠 MLS #4223854

Property Details

💰 $3,775,000
📍 822 & 920 Preservation Trail
📍 Columbus, NC 28722
📐 27.03 Acres + 5-Acre Overflow
🏡 Hughes Creek Preserve (Gated)