Located on 42 acres in the northeast of Frederick County in Maryland, Willow Farm is a historic pre-Civil War farmstead. The picture-perfect home is on the market for £1.2 million ($1.5m) and comes with its own cattle ranch and scenic pastures.

Located in the town of Upper Moutere, which sits at the top of New Zealand's South Island, this ranch comes with two plush properties, offering a total of seven bedrooms. With rural views, agricultural facilities, plus a tight-knit community nearby, it's on the market for £1.3 million ($1.6m) and could make the ideal family home. 

The main house is the ranch's social hub, featuring an open-plan living area with vaulted ceilings and sliding patio doors that lead out to the picturesque garden. A handy home office and gym make the home well-suited to those looking to swap their city apartment for a rural retreat.

With no shortage of room for grazing across the ranch's vast acreage, the home is flanked by rolling hills, woodlands and wide, open land. The spectacular substantial spot offers buyers the opportunity to but their own stamp on the estate too, with space for everything from a swimming pool to a detached wedding venue. The sky's the limit!

Set in 350 riverfront acres, this gated ranch is on the market for £1.5 million ($1.8m). The spectacular mountain-view property is located in the Talamanca mountain range and overlooks the Caribbean ocean to the east. The grounds are divided equally between tropical forest and grazing lands, which provide pastures for livestock and a habitat for three species of native money and a number of birds. 

Sitting in 172 acres of land in a private valley near the Sherwood Nature Reserve in New South Wales, Hill Valley Farm is the ideal property for those seeking an eco-friendly rural lifestyle. Offering a number of off-grid homes and cottages,  the self-sufficient estate is on the market for £1.5 million ($1.8m). 

The main residence is spread over one floor and is surrounded by sub-tropical gardens and mountain views. The stunning Australian home has five bedrooms, as well as a handy self-contained guest wing. The sprawling open-plan living areas are bright and airy, with pitched ceilings and sleek hardwood floors throughout. 

The kitchen and dining space look out over the covered terrace, which is surrounded by picturesque greenery and rolling hills. Wilderness living doesn't get much more idyllic than this! Elsewhere in the estate, there are four solar-powered cottages, each with two bedrooms, one bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen and a deck. What's more, each comes fully furnished. 

Located near the cottages are four dog-proofed paddocks containing sheep, goats, alpaca, deer, chickens and a pony, all of which are also included in the sale. Additionally, the estate comes with an equipment shed, a tractor, farm machinery and 150 macadamia trees, complete with tools for harvesting – everything you need to run your own self-sufficient farm.

An aspiring cowboy's dream come true, Shaw Ranch sits at the foot of the Wind River Range mountains, just six miles from idyllic New Fork Lake in Wyoming. On the market for £3.2 million ($4m), the vast equestrian property encompasses 230 acres, offering a private rural paradise away from the hustle and bustle.

The main home is accessed through an impressive wood and iron gate, which leads to a grand covered entrance. The four-bedroom, five-bathroom luxury log cabin has a rustic aesthetic and features a large living space with a huge bay window looking out over the expansive grasslands. 

Located just minutes from the city of Mineola in Texas, Black Oak Ranch features a custom-built 7,800-square-foot main home and multiple pastures for cattle. Stretching across 387 unspoiled acres, this vast ranch is on the market for £4.4 million ($5.5m) and is the ideal home for buyers seeking a luxurious slice of the good life.

In addition to the main house, the estate features two additional properties, one of which is currently used as an office for managing the ranch. For horse lovers, the equestrian property offers two barns and one horse barn that flank the main home, as well as a set of pens and a cattle corral.

Located in the rural town of Caledon in Ontario, Deerfield Estates has to be one of Canada's most amazing homes for sale. With two residences, plus a 24,000-square-foot equestrian building, this horse-lover's haven can be yours for £4.5 million ($5.6m).

With views out over the stunning Cascade mountain range, R&B Ranch, which is on the market for £19.4 million ($24m), has 507 acres of private land to enjoy. The dream recreational estate in the wilds of Oregon offers spectacular scenery in every direction, not to mention beautiful accommodation and state-of-the-art facilities.

Nestled in the heart of Wellington, Florida, this 33-acre equestrian estate is listed for £22.2 million ($27.5m). Just a short drive to glitzy Palm Beach, the plush property offers cosmopolitan ranchers the best of both worlds. 

Spread over 6,300 acres of land, Elk Island Ranch features every luxury outdoor amenity under the sun. From private ski slopes to trout fishing and miles of trails, this private oasis, currently on the market for a hefty £29 million ($36m), is packed with the very best residential amenities.

The breathtaking acreage is home to an array of accommodation, including the magnificent main mountain lodge. Featuring jaw-dropping views, the 16,000-square-foot property has a striking two-storey entrance, a vast log staircase, five bedrooms, 12 bathrooms and a saloon for entertaining in style.

The interior is decked out in rustic stone and log finishes, with soaring stone fireplaces and swathes of windows framing mountain vistas. The home comes with lift access to every floor, ensuring homeowners can move easily between the luxe amenities, from the custom bar, poker room and billiard area to the playroom and home theatre. 

A creek flows through the centre of the ranch, while various ponds provide water for wildlife and livestock. At the heart of the estate sits a vast expanse of aspen and conifer trees, as well as a ski and hunting chalet and a ranch shop that's fully stocked with recreational vehicles and gear. ​The property also enjoys exclusive access to the amenities of neighbouring Grand River Ranch, which include an equestrian centre and a fishing reservoir, so there's no shortage of ways to while away the time.

Occupying over 3,900 majestic acres in the state of New York, Savannah Dhu, currently on the market for £52.4 million ($65m), was created with self-sufficiency in mind. Private roads wind through the property, connecting the main lodge, additional residences and agricultural facilities.

The main property, Pine Lodge, is the lot's pièce de résistance, with 25,00 square feet of rustic yet regal living space on offer, including 10 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms. In the great room, a huge chandelier built by local artisans is the star of the show, while a vast stone fireplace towers over the seating area. Luxury touches aren't forgotten either – there's also a home theatre, bar and wine cellar to enjoy.

There are a number of outbuildings scattered across the acreage, including an 1800s Dutch-style barn that can accommodate up to 30 guests. Hidden in the woodlands, West Lodge and Hadden House offer additional accommodation, so visitors to this amazing estate can stay in their own picturesque property.

Complete with a conference centre and catering kitchen, there's plenty of commercial potential for the property. However, it's the estate's outdoor amenities that really shine. Private lakes, silos, organic gardens, greenhouses and equestrian facilities, plus barns filled with livestock, pepper the rolling grounds. Whether you want to work the land, create an eco-retreat or just bask in the beauty of nature, it doesn't get much better than this.

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