Brooksville Real Estate

BROOKSVILLE FL HORSE FARM HOUSE FOR SALE RENT CENTRAL FLORIDA NICOLE SENSALE

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 14:57:30 -0600

Nicole Sensale presents:

BROOKSVILLE HORSE PROPERTY

Gated House, Barn, Pool, Porch, Veranda, Horse Fencing, Private on 3 acres mol

35 min to Tampa, 45 to Ocala

Spring Lake Area

Spectacular 3 bedroom 2 bath

Large expansive porch

Gourmet Kitchen with Stainless appliances

Huge family room with fireplace

Large living room

Formal dining room w/limestone floors and chandelier

Barn, Feed Room, Extensive White 4 Rail Commercial Grade Horse Fencing

2 pastures

And so much more!!!!

I have others!!!

ASKING:..............$399,000

FOR RENT $2,500 MONTH

Nicole Sensale

352-397-9500 or NicoleSensale@aol.com

Florida Horse Farm For sale Ranch Brooksville for sale

Sat, 05 Jul 2008 23:07:36 -0500

Florida Horse Farm For sale Ranch Brooksville for sale

Brooskville Horse Property For Sale

Osage Ranch, Custom Home on 15 acres

Across from State Forest Riding Trails

Spectacular Custom Built Equestrian Home and 15 acres adj. to State Forest, cannot see from road! Very private with long driveway, this home features 3 bedrooms, large loft, 2 bathrooms. Expansive wrap around porch, harty board siding, diamond brite decking. Fabulous gourmet kitchen with thermador range, granite countertops, stainless appliances, solid hickory cabinets, solid wood floors of heart of pine, extensive heart of wood on the soaring ceilings. Wood burning fireplace with large antique North Carolina mill beam as mantel. Large picture windows for your pasture viewing enjoyment. Finished office space above 2 car garage with heart of pine ceiling. Pole barn. Wooded and cleared. Fenced. Picture perfect, custom built.

Nicole Sensale 352-397-9500

For Sale Thoroughbred Training Center For Sale Near Tampa Downs

Sat, 05 Jul 2008 22:33:38 -0500

Thoroughbred Training Center for Sale, Perfect location close to Tampa Downs, Ocala and Orlando. 40 min to Tampa International Airport. MOL 29.60 acres, half mile professional race track, starting gate, 50 custom top quality stalls in 2 very large custom center hall barns, 2 tack rooms, 2 feed rooms, 2 hay barns, 8 horse EUROIZER, 2 hot walkers, bunk house sleeps 8 with hookups for 2 RV's, 50 ft round pin, 12 turn out paddocks with water, a spring fed pond, 1 bedroom ranch hand mobile, and a very large mobile with 3 bedrooms 2 bath. Commercial grade white PVC horse fencing, grand gated entry. Why train only in the spring and summer when in Florida you can train year round. This property is perfect for any type of horse training center. Dressage, jumping, carriage, trail classes, boarding facility, riding school the possibilities are endless. Located close to airports, schools, shopping. Asking $2,500,000 Contact Nicole Sensale 352-397-9500

Florida Equestrian Communites, Florida Horse Properties

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 16:31:39 -0500

Hi Everyone, I am starting a new website, called FloridaEquestrianCommunites. I plan to include as many equestrian communities as possible, in Florida. If you know of a community please email it to me at NicoleSensale@aol.com to be included on the website. Include the link to the community website, maps, photos anything you have or want included. Call me if you have any questions and lets chat!

BEWARD DO NOT USE E NEIGHBORHOODS CUSTOMER SERVICE NIGHTMARE!! BEWARE

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 11:23:43 -0500

I HAVE BEEN CHARGED AND THEY WILL NOT CANCEL MY SERVICE. THE PHONE CALL TO CUSTOMER SERVICE WENT INTO A SHOUTING MATCH FOR ALMOST A HALF OF AN HOUR. THEY TOLD ME I SHOULD NOT BE CANCELLING THE SERVICE EVEN IF I DO NOT USE IT FURTHERMORE THEY INFORMED ME THAT A GOOD AGENT WOULD BE PROSPECTING SO THEREFORE THEY ARE ALSO TELLING ME HOW TO RUN MY BUSINESS. THE CUSTOMER SERVICE PEOPLE ARE TOLD NOT TO LET YOU CANCEL AND WHEN YOU DO CANCEL THEY CONTINUE TO BILL YOUR CREDIT CARD. I GOT THE TOTAL RUN AROUND. I HIGHLY SUGGEST THAT YOU DO NOT USE E NEIGHBORHOODS, ITS A VERY VERY BAD EXPERIENCE.

GUIDE YOURSELF ACCORDINGLY.

Glossary of Equestrian Terms & Words

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 19:47:18 -0500

I was doing a bit of research and thought I would share this as for many the Equestrian world can be a bit much to introduce oneself to, so from one reference to another reference reader here is a bit of enjoyment for you!

GLOSSARY OF EQUESTRIAN TERMS

JUMPS
The general types of jumps in competition are a straight or vertical fence and a spread (wide) fence or oxer. The degree of difficulty of a jump is determined by its height, width, construction, and its placement in relation to other jumps on the course. In competition a variety of fences can be used including walls, panels, gates, oxers, water jumps, combinations, banks, and ditches. An oxer is a single fence composed of two or three elements to produce a spread. A "square" oxer is one in which the front and back rails are of equal height, making it more difficult to jump. Types of oxers include parallel, ascending, descending and Swedish oxers. A "triple bar" is composed of three fences which a horse must clear in one leap. This tests the horse's ability to jump both height and width. A water jump is another type of spread fence that can stretch 12 to 14 feet. The lathe or tape marker on the landing side designates the end of the fence and if the horse touches the marker upon landing it is counted as a penalty. Combinations are a series of jumps, usually two or three in a row, set to challenge the horse's ability to jump successively after one or two strides. Another name for a combination is an in-and-out. A ditch is a shallow depression dug into the show ring. Obstacles are brightly colored both for aesthetics and to add difficulty to the course. Some course designers believe the colors and patterns painted on the obstacles affect the way the horses take the jump. The type of construction of a particular fence also determines its difficulty. A fence that is composed of just a few rails, for example, appears more airy and is more difficult for a horse to negotiate than a solid looking fence.

COURSE
In each class over fences, competitors must negotiate the jumps in a prescribed order. Courses for each class are posted in advance near the In-Gates so that riders and trainers may memorize them. It is the role of the course designer to establish the degree of difficulty in the course. A mark of a good course designer is that he or she will gradually increase the course difficulty as the week proceeds so that both horse and rider learn as they jump in classes at the show. The grand prix is the highest level of show jumping competition so the fences are larger and the course is longer and more challenging. Grand prix courses are planned by accredited course designers. No two courses are ever the same. There are usually 12 to 18 fences on the grand prix course. Spectators who hear a course described as a "perfect course" (P.C.) have seen an event in which the number of riders who qualify for the jump-off is the same as the number of ribbons offered in that class.

IN AND OUT
A two-jump combination, with elements separated by one or two strides.

COMBINATION
Two or three jumps set up so they must be taken in quick succession, separated by only one or two strides. A combination is considered to be a single obstacle. If a horse stops or runs-out at any element of the combination (elements are lettered A, B, C), the entire obstacle must be re-jumped.

ROUND
Round or "trip"; terms used to describe a rider's turn in each class.

CLEAN ROUNDS (JUMPERS)
When a horse completes the prescribed jumper course within the time allowed without incurring jumping faults. When more than one horse has a "clean round," a jump-off is held to determine the winner.

JUMP OFF (JUMPERS)
All horses with "clean" first rounds jump a shortened course against the clock to determine the winner.

GAITS
The different paces at which the horse travels are the walk, trot, canter, gallop, and varying speeds of each.

FAULT
Penalty assessed in jumper classes for mistakes such as knockdowns, refusals, and exceeding the time allowed. In "Time first jump-off" classes touches don't count; knockdowns and refusals are penalized. There is also a time limit or "Time Allowed" to complete the course. "Time-faults" are assigned for each second over the time allowed. All with clean rounds return for a jump-off. Sometimes a speed class will be run as "faults converted" in which any faults accrued on the course are converted to seconds and added to the total time taken to complete the course. In a "faults converted" class it is possible for a horse who knocked a jump down to beat a horse that went clean, if the horse with the knockdown was much faster. In all jumper classes, falls and going "off course" (jumping the jumps out of order) result in elimination. Faults are scored as follows: Knockdowns-4 faults; 1st Refusal or run-out-4 faults, 2nd Refusal or run-out-Elimination; Fall of horse or rider-Elimination; Failure to cross starting line within one minute after sound of horn-Elimination; Exceeding the time allowed 1 fault for every second exceeding the time allowed.

SCHOOLING
The warm-up session prior to each rider's round in which they jump practice fences in the schooling area.

GROOMING
Some of the jumpers in the grand prix ring have their manes and tails braided to enhance their appearance. A tail that is braided and then turned up so the hairs do not hang loose is called a "mud tail" and is frequently used in damp weather conditions.

JUMPING ORDER
The jumping order or starting order is determined in a drawing before the event so that each competitor has an equal chance of attaining a favorable starting position. Riders near the end of the starting order have the advantage of seeing how the first riders complete the course.

RIDERS ATTIRE
Breeches and boots, hunt coat, choker (for ladies) or tie (for gentlemen) and hunt cap are all worn by the riders. Breeches are the tight fitting pants worn under leather boots. It is common to see grand prix riders attire in a scarlet coat. A blue collar signifies that the rider has competed for the USET. Other hunt coat colors are blue, dark green or black. The hunt cap is a type of hard helmet worn by the rider. A rider may also elect to wear spurs or carry a crop, or stick, to encourage the horse over the fences.

STRIDE
The amount of ground covered by a horse in one "step" at the canter. The average horse's stride is 12 feet. Distances between fences are set accordingly by the course designer.

TACK
The equipment worn by the horse depends on the needs of the animal. The saddle and bridle are the staples. Other equipment may be added such as a martingale, which attaches to the saddle and bridle to keep the horse's head from raising too high. Horses may also wear boots or bandages on their legs for support or protection.

VOLUNTARY WITHDRAWL
A rider makes the decision not to continue on the course and to leave the ring usually with a nod of the head or tip of the hat to the judge. A rider may decide to withdraw because of a problem with the horse or trouble negotiating the course, or because the rider knows he or she has too many faults to place in the ribbons and thus would rather spare his horse or save him for another class.

WALKING THE COURSE
Riders and horses may not practice on a course prior to actual competition, but they are permitted to walk out the route, pacing off the number of strides between jumps and examining the obstacles closely. It is a course designer's job to set up problems that will challenge the ability of exhibitors. Riders and trainers must determine what and where these are in a course and develop strategies accordingly.

JUNIOR
A rider under 18 years of age.

AMATEUR OWNER
Divisions which are restricted to non-professional adult riders who ride horses owned by themselves or members of their immediate family.

GREEN
An inexperienced or young horse. A Green Hunter is in its first or second year of showing over obstacles 3' 6" or higher.

FOR SALE CENTRAL FLORIDA HORSE PROPERTY EQUESTRIAN RANCH FARM HOME ACERAGE HOME FOR SALE BROOKSVILLE

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 15:01:30 -0500

FOR SALE

SPECTACULAR CUSTOM BUILT HOME

ASKING $699,000

3 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM, LARGE LOFT, 10 PRISTINE ACRES, ACROSS FROM STATE RIDING TRAILS, 5 ADDITONAL ACRES ARE AVAILABLE, PET-FREE AND SMOKE FREE, VERY PRIVATE.

BE SURE TO WATCH THE VIRTUAL TOUR

NICOLE SENSALE

CENTRAL FLORIDA HORSE PROPERTIES

BROOKSVILLE FL 34602

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Details

Address: 27059 Osage Road, Brooksville Fl 34601 Type: Farm / Acreage Style: 2 Story "fabulous high ceilings" Development Level: Built Bedrooms: 3 "and large loft area!" Bathrooms: 2 Garage: Double, Detached "plus 2.5 carport" Size: 2,370 sq. ft. "Spectacular Custom Home" Lot Type: Rectangular Lot Size: 10 acres Has Suite: Yes Year Built: 2002 "Like new, no pets, no smoker"

Description

Sq. ft.: 2296
10 Acres with option to purchase additional 5 to create 15 acre estate
Year Built: 2003

Bedrooms: 3+LARGE LOFT
Bathrooms: 2

Horse Country! Custom built luxury home on 10 acres, large front wrap around porch overlooking pasture, and large rear porch overlooking woodland. The perfect Equestrian setting! Elegant country living, TOTAL privacy. Estate features 10 beautiful acres adjacent to forest riding trails. Fabulous heart of pine wood floors, extensive wood details, huge gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances, Thermodor, grantite countertips and huge granite center island, custom hickory cabinets. Large master suite with vaulted ceilings and large master bath with Jacuzzi. Hardy Board siding, large garage with workshop, pole barn.

TOP OF THE LINE CONSTRUCTION WELL CARED FOR LIKE NEW CONDITION A REAL MUST SEE!

NICOLE SENSALE

EQUESTRIAN SPECIALIST

352-397-9500

FOR SALE CENTRAL FLORIDA HORSE PROPERTY RANCH FARM VACANT LAND ACERAGE BROOSKVILLE HOME FOR SALE

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 14:43:38 -0500

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Brooskville Horse Property, Land for sale. 2 lots. Each $129,000

Wonderful country setting.both lots are 2.7.(mol) 2 lots, one in back and one in front. Located in the beautiful area of Spring Lake in Brooksville, Floirda.

Deed restricted however horse welcome!

Paved road, close to shopping, large newer home in area.

US 41 TO POWELL ROAD, EAST ON BATTEN, SOUTH ON SKYVIEW

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For Sale Central Florida Horse Farm, Ranch, Equestrian Estate, Beautiful Property

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 12:44:14 -0500

27059 OSAGE ROAD, 10 ACRES AND HOME ACROSS FROM STATE FOREST RIDING TRAILS REDUCED AND READY FOR ALL OFFERS! ADDITIONAL 5 ACRES AVAILABLE! TO MAKE A 15 ACRE ESTATE. NEXT TO A THROUGHBRED TRAINING CENTER. 3 BEDROOM, LARGE LOFT, LARGE GARAGE, POLE BARN. GO TO http://www.townandcountrysoldit.com/ FOR VIRTUAL TOUR AND TO SEE MORE AMAZING CENTRAL FLORIDA HORSE PROPERTIES!

We are ready for you, just bring the horses. Check out how much time is lost in training and how much more time you can spend with your horse if you cound ride year round. We can here in Florida. And talk about horse counrty, many shows throughout Central Florida for you to choose from! Sell the spread up north, come down south and enjoy life year round. Your horses will love you too, they will become very happy with our warm winters. Brooksville Florida has rolling hills, huge old oak trees similar to those on famous St Charles Avenue in New Orleans' Garden District, a Louisiana gem. We are perfectly located 35 min from Tampa, 50 min from Orlando, and 45 min from Ocala. Many people visit our beautiful town and say it reminds them of New England. We are very lucky to have horse farms and ranches to pass as well make our way to showing and shopping.

Florida Equestrian Properties Bella Terra

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 20:12:02 -0600

Community Site Map and Pricing

Main Entrance

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Riding and Walking Trails (click to enlarge)

The Stables at Bella Terra

Looking to Live the Top Equestrian Lifestyle?
The Stables at Bella Terra is Your Answer!

As a resident of The Stables of Bella Terra you will have immediate access to your extended family-your horses. This equestrian community makes a commitment that very few are willing to undertake. The responsibility of horse ownership is a dedication to the welfare of the animal. The Stables were designed specifically so you can fulfill that commitment by enabling you to stable your horses on your lot. Giving them their daily care means walking just a few paces.

Caring for a horse is not the only event in the horse owner's life. There is great enjoyment in having these magnificent creatures. Daily, you can ride over five miles of interesting, convenient and beautiful trails that were created for just this purpose. The majority of home sites have direct access to the trail and others are just a trot away.

At The Stables, the lots are vast so you can have as many as six horses depending on the size of the home site. There are 91 home sites ranging from 2.4 - 6.1 acres. You are not required to build at any specific time but you will want to secure that very special home site for your future dream home.

The Stables at Bella Terra Exceptional Features

     ♦ 84 Stables pasture-ready home sites ranging 2.4 - 6.1 acres,
        accommodating up to six horses

     ♦ Rolling terrain w/ many lots able to accommodate walk-outs/
         basements

     ♦ Your own private on-site stable on your home site

     ♦ 45 minutes to Tampa, Clearwater and St Petersburg

     ♦ Quality area roads for transport to equestrian events, 20 mins to
       interstate 75 and just 10 mins to the Suncoast Parkway

     ♦ Stunning, grand illuminated entrance

     ♦  Untouched natural beauty with oak and pine trees, natural
         water features

     ♦ 5+ miles of specially designed, fenced riding trail with direct
         access from most sites

     ♦ Neighbors with a common interest

     ♦ A selection of quality schools, parks, golf, great fishing and
         boating

     ♦ A completely rural setting but just minutes from the necessities
         of everyday life!

Bella Terra offers one of the finest horse communities Central Florida has to offer. If the fun and security of having your horse right out your back door appeals to you, contact today!

Bella Terra Ranchettes. Pasco Counties newest premier equestrian ...

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 20:05:21 -0600

Community Site Map and Pricing

Main Entrance

ACT NOW!

Riding and Walking Trails (click to enlarge)

The Stables at Bella Terra

Looking to Live the Top Equestrian Lifestyle?
The Stables at Bella Terra is Your Answer!

The Stables at Bella Terra Exceptional Features

Bella Terra offers one of the finest horse communities Central Florida has to offer. If the fun and security of having your horse right out your back door appeals to you, contact today!

Florida Equestrian Properties, Central Fl Horse Farms Brooksville

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 19:53:51 -0600

Central Florida Horse Properties, Equestrian Communities & Luxury Homes

Brooksville Florida Horse Properties & Luxury Homes For Sale. NICOLE SENSALE, in central Florida, co-owner of Town & Country Realty, your number one source for Luxury homes and Brooksville Equestrian Estates, here in Brooksville, Florida. real estate.

30 min to Tampa, 50 min to Orlando and 45 min to Ocala.

See the link on your right for the main website with free searching of the entire MLS and amazing properties, virtural tours and community info.

In today's competitive real estate market, timing is everything. Many good homes are sold before they are ever advertised. Beat other homebuyers to the hottest new homes for sale in Brooksville with my New Listings Notification.

Immaculate Custom Home with extensive woodwork, 10 pristine acres of cleared pasture and wooded. Top of line in every aspect from interior to exterior. 3 bedrooms, large loft, and 2 bedrooms. This home is very special, and the new owners will also be complimented by feeling very special here. Will go fast at $745,000!

If you own real estate that you're thinking of selling, I have buyers and need listings to send to them. Lets chat and get your house on the market as well as properly marketed!

My listings are here as well as New York Times online, HomesAndLand, Horse N Tack, BrooskvilleHorseProperties.com,Homes.com,Google.com,Yahoo.com,Boston Globe.com,CentralFloridaHorseProperties.com,HorseFarmAndRanch.com.

Okay, go ahead and say it: Wow!!!!Spectacular on 20 rolling acres in Spring Lake. This place is just amazing! It features high ceilings and as you can see fabulous huge picture windows showcasing a unbelievable pasture and pond view. Room for expansion up to 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms! Offered at $995,000

High exposure, and of course one of the highest returns on google,

TownAndCountrySoldit.com. See link above on right.

Olympia Road, 5 acre, 3 bedroom, 3 bath, pool, barn, office, guest apartment, 2 pastures, deck, super high ceilings, this is an amazing home. Go to TownAndCountrySoldit.com, link above right to see inside and the tour. One of kind home. I simply love this special home. And you will too. Asking $769,000

Call me and lets chat. Send me an email. I am here to help. 352-397-9500

Please browse my website for listings, reports and important local real estate information.

Sincerely,

Nicole Sensale
Town & Country Realty

Bella Terra Florida Equestrian Communites, Central Florida Horse Properties

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 13:57:35 -0600

Bella Terra Florida Equestrian Communities Gated private 450 acres w/only 120 Estates:84 Equestrian & 36 Estates.Homesites from 2.4 acres to 6.1 acres.Rolling terrain.No restrictions when you need to build or w/ whom.Spectacular old oaks,natural springs,10 miles of fabulous white horsefence,5 miles of private riding trails & 5 miles of private walking trails.Stunning gated entry,10 min to Suncoast,20 min to I-75.Bella Terra offers a unique & distinquished approach to country living.Elegant ambiance & country charm.Lots from $140's.Home/lot from low $400's.Come home to relaxing atmosphere of casual elegance.Located atPasco/Hernando County Line.

WITHLACOOCHEE BROOKSVILLE CROOM STATE TRAIL MAP AND INFO

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:21:23 -0600

Withlacoochee State Trail
At 46 miles in length, the Withlacoochee State Trail is presently the longest paved rail trail in Florida. The trail corridor runs through small towns, ranches, and natural areas as it makes its way south from Citrus Springs to Trilby. The trail traverses a region that offers many other outstanding recreational opportunities. Among the recreational highlights nearby are the unpaved trails in the Croom area of the Withlacoochee State Forest, the Withlacoochee River (South) Canoe Trail, and Fort Cooper State Park. The Withlacoochee Trail will eventually join many other trails in the region, becoming part of the Central Florida Loop.

Click here for printer-friendly map and description (PDF 427 kb).

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Major Activities

Trail Length/Surface: 46 miles, paved (asphalt, 12' wide)

Fee: None

County: Citrus, Hernando, Pasco

Nearby Towns: Brooksville, Dunnellon

Notes:
This trail's Citizen Support Organization (Rails to Trails of the Withlacoochee) has developed a detailed guide to the trail. To purchase a copy of this guidebook, visit the organization's website (listed under Related Websites below).

Like most rail-trails in Florida, the Withlacoochee State Trail is generally flat, offering an easy ride for all skill levels. Mile markers are included on the trail.

An unpaved equestrian trail follows along portions of the paved trail. Contact the Withlacoochee State Trail for more information.

-description continued below-

Access/Directions:

Gulf Junction Trailhead
South of Dunnellon, off of US 41 on Magenta Drive.
South Citrus Springs Trailhead
In Citrus Springs, off of US 41 on South Citrus Springs Blvd.
Ridge Manor Trailhead
From Interstate 75, take Exit 61 (new Exit 301) to US 98/50. Head east on US 98/50 approximately one mile to Croom Rital Road. Take a left and proceed to trailhead.
From Brooskville, take US 98/50 east to Croom Rital Road, approximately one mile past the Interstate 75 interchange. Take a left on Croom Rital Road and proceed to trailhead.
Trilby Trailhead
Approximately _ mile west of US 301/98, on CR 575 in Trilby.

Contact Information:
Withlacoochee State Trail
315 North Apopka Avenue
Inverness, FL 34450-4201
(352) 726-2251

Related Websites
Rails to Trails of the Withlacoochee, Inc.
315 North Apopka Avenue, Inverness, Florida 33451
http://www.railstotrailsonline.com/

FLORIDA HORSE PROPERTY TRAIL INFO EQUESTRIAN RIDING TRAILS

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:17:57 -0600

Click here for printer-friendly map and description (PDF 584 kb).

Major Activities

Trail Length/Surface: main unpaved equestrian trail is 18.65 miles; including side and connector trails, the total equestrian trail mileage is 34.22 miles
Fee: Contact the Withlacoochee State Forest Recreation/Visitors Center for details regarding State Forest Use Permits and camping fees.
County: Hernando
Nearby Cities: Brooksville

Notes:
The main horse trail is marked on trees with a single, 6+ inch wide blue band that makes a complete circle around the tree trunk. Connector and side trails are marked in double blue bands. Metal signs showing the international symbol for horse riders supplement blue bands where needed. Horses are allowed only on the designated horse trails and open, designated vehicle roads. Horses must not travel cross-country, on firelines, on hiking or off-road bicycle trails or closed roads.

Be aware that you may encounter hikers on the horse trail or hikers and off-road bikers at trailheads and trail crossings. Communicate to other trail users to let them know if your horse is safe to pass.

Overnight primitive camping is permitted only at designated sites. Primitive horse camping is allowed by Special Use Permit at the Twin Pond Hunt Camp when the area is closed to hunters. Contact the Recreation/Visitors Center for details regarding camping.

Horse, hiking and off-road biking trails are closed on the Croom Tract of the Withlacoochee State Forest during the muzzleloading gun and general gun portions of the annual hunting season. Equestrians should were brightly colored clothing when riding during other portions of the hunting season.

For information regarding hunting seasons, and additional rules and tips regarding use of equestrian trails and the Withlacoochee State Forest, contact the Recreation/Visitors Center.

Access/Directions:
The primary trailhead is located on Croom Road/Forest Road 6 adjacent to the Tucker Hill fire tower. From Brooksville, head north on US 41 to Croom Road (CR 480). Take a right and proceed east on Croom Road about two miles until you see the fire tower on your right. Parking for the trailhead is on your left, across from the fire tower.

The secondary trailhead is located at Twin Pond Hunt Camp on Forest Road 7, about a _ mile north of Soult Road/Forest Road 12. When the hunt camp is closed to hunters, riders may park on empty campsites for day use riding. A permit is needed for overnight use.

Contact Information:
Withlacoochee State Forest
Recreation/Visitors Center
15003 Broad Street
Brooksville, FL 34601-4201
352-754-6896
Withlacoochee State Forest website
Florida Division of Forestry

BROOKSVILLE HORSE PROPERTY REAL ESTATE COMPANY

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:10:36 -0600

Areas of Expertise

Nicole Sensale has been in Real Estate since 1987. She and her husband live in the beautiful Spring Lake area of Brooksville on Hickory Hill . Jack Sensale has been in Real Estate for over 30 years, has owned a Mortgage Company, Real Estate Office and Property Management Company in Tampa. He owns Town & Country Realty as well as 2 Insurance Agencies. With all this experience, we can really help you Sell or Buy your properties. They have 2 dogs, 3 cats and a very spoiled horse. Nicole's mother, Fredericka Turner, also works in Real Estate with Nicole and Jack Sensale at Town & Country Realty. Nicole is from New Orleans, Louisiana, Jack is from Brooklyn, New York, and Fredericka is from St Johnsbury, Vermont. We are locally owned and operated! And local residents. Call us, lets just chat and discuss your needs and concerns.

Nicole has worked in Santa Monica and Beverly Hills, California. She worked with multimillion dollar equestrian & luxury estates as well as luxury condominium high rises from Los Angeles to Malibu since 1987. She has extensive experience in Real Estate Marketing. She specializes in Equestrian Estates, Custom Luxury homes, Gated Golf Communities, and Country Club Communities. Also, acreage for new construction. She has done numerous subdivisions, currently working on many tracts here in Brooskville to expand on the marketing oppertunities of making properties smaller with the option to also sell the entire tract as on large parcel. She is continuing her passion for marketing and SELLING here in Hernando County. The market has good times and slow times. She understands the importance of being professtional and friendly with everyone our field of Real Estate to promote good working relationships with all agents. She is an expert in the areas of Brooksville, Historic Downtown and Spring Lake, Florida. She has restored historic homes in Santa Monica, CA., New Orleans, LA. and Brooksville, FL.

She is a horse owner and has been involved in Trail, Western, English, Dressage, Saddle Seat riding as well as Carriage Driving. She has a rescued Thoroughbred Race Horse named Giacomo. She has also owned Saddlebreds and a Quarter horse. She rides the Croom Forest of Hernando County. She enjoys cooking and has attended cooking school in Tuscany, Italy. In 2007, she was appointed by the City Council to be a Board Member of the Beautification Board of Brooksville, for a 3 year term. She is a member of The NATIONAL TRUST for Historic Preservation. She is a Hernando County Master Gardener. She is past President of the Brooksville Garden Club. She is a member of the Hernando County Board of Realtors, Member of the National Board of Realtors, Member of the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). She was Hernando County's top fundraiser for Habitat For Humanity in 2005, for a tribute to the victims of Hurricane Katrina.

Please stop by and visit our office, an adorable restored cottage in historic downtown Brooksville and sit on our front porch and begin the dream of living in the Town & Country, of Brooksville, Florida.

ABOUT HERNANDO COUNTY CENTRAL FLORIDA HORSE PROPERTIES

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:07:38 -0600

Hernando County's real estate market has experienced a tremendous growth rate in the past 10 years with an approximate population of over 150,000. Hernando County includes 312,000 acres of real estate (477 square miles), and stretchs 37 miles from east to west and 18 miles from north to South, Hernando County is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico on the West. The Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge comprises a portion of the northwest boundary, while the Withlacoochee State Forest and the Withlacoochee River frame the eastern border. Hernando County encompasses Aripeka, Bayport, The City of Brooksville, Hernando Beach, Istachatta/Nobleton, Lake Lindsey, Masaryktown, Pine Island, Ridge Manor & Ridge Manor West, Spring Hill and City of Weeki Wachee.

SELL HORSE PROPERTY FLORIDA EQUESTRIAN

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:06:03 -0600

THINKING OF SELLING YOUR FARM? We are not simply Real Estate agents. That's too easy. We are agents who specialize in what you have....a farm or horse property. This is not a part time job for us. We take it quite seriously. We love what we do, its our Passion. We show your property as if its were our own. We take your pride and utilize our extensive marketing experience to create the proper exposure you deserve. We have buyers at every price point, from $250,000 to $10,000,000.

Buying a horse farm, equestrian cental floirda brooksville

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:04:05 -0600

THINKING OF BUYING A HORSE PROPERTY? Just the thought can be overwhelming. Brooksville, is endless miles of gorgeous pasture, rolling hills-- complimented with horse estates and homes....where do you begin? Our dedicated client service is the most comprehensive in the equestrian market. We will show you all the listings, our listings and others. We will show you where to buy and where not to buy. We will show you around town, off the beaten track as they say...we are local so we keep in up to date on a daily basis of any movement in our Real Estate market. When we know of a new hot listing or seller willing to sell but not list or put it on the market, so will you. We hand pick our selection based on information you tell us individualized to fit your needs.

Florida Horse Property, Equestrian Property

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:01:34 -0600

Brooksville has a charming Downtown Area as well as the beautiful hills with horse farms and estates. Check out the beautiful pictures of Brooksville, our canopy street with huge live oak trees traveling through huge pastures, wonderful winding country roads. Our community is small however covers a very large area. We are so close to the Tampa Bay area that shopping and the airport is just 30 min away. Once you return home from the city you feel quite blessed to live in such a visually pleasing little town.

Equestrian Communities

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 13:37:47 -0600

I would like to hear about any and all Horse Communites in Central Florida.If you have one listed, please send me the info. I have many clients from up north and southern Florida looking for communites to move to. thanks! Nicole Sensale

Equestrian Communities

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 13:37:39 -0600

HERNANDO COUNTY MUSIC CLUB

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 13:15:56 -0600

Meets on the 2nd Friday of the month at 1:30 PM from Oct. to April (May meeting is at 7:30 PM) at Fellowship Hall of Grace Presbyterian Church on Spring Hill Dr. They promote the love of music and offer scholarships to worthy recipients. They also have a CHORUS which meets on Tues Mornings at 10 AM in the Choir Room of the same church. This organization performs programs for nursing Homes & Hospice etc. Membership dues are $12.50 a year.

For more information call Flora Rowlands, President: 596-1786.

SPRING HILL GARDEN CLUB

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 13:13:29 -0600

Spring Hill Garden Club Monthly meeting on the 4th Tuesday of the month at Forest Oaks Lutheran Church, Forest Oaks Blvd., Spring Hill at 1:00 PM. (Except - December and May) Plant Nursery - Monday and Saturday mornings (9 am to noon)
Nature Coast Botanical Gardens - Everyday during daylight hours Work days in the gardens - Wed. and Sat. mornings.

Call: Debbie Swanson 686-2013 .

HERNANDO COUNTY SPRING HILL ART LEAGUE

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 13:12:11 -0600

Spring Hill Art League The Spring Hill Art League is open to all those interested in the Arts. Our main goal is to encourage and support artists in Hernando County through educational programs for the continued development of their skills and talents. Meetings are held at the United Church of Christ on Mariner Blvd. on the third Monday of the month at 7PM, September through May. Dues are $20.00 (single) and $30.00 (family) and are payable on the 1st of September each year. For more information about becoming a member, contact Rita Mirabilo at 683-5843. For general information contact Isabelle Papazian at 683-5452.