The lush California estate where Prince Harry plays polo seeks a cool $72 million

By
Sonia Taylor
July 28, 2022
The sprawling 61-acre property known as Cancha De Estrellas is in Santa Barbara County's Carpinteria.

The California estate where Prince Harry regularly played polo has been listed for a cool USD $50 million ($72 million).

The sprawling 61-acre property known as Cancha De Estrellas or ‘field of the stars’ is located in Santa Barbara County’s Carpinteria.

It’s just 10 minutes from Montecito, where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reside, alongside famous neighbours such as Oprah and Ellen.

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Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex is seen playing polo on June 10, 2022 at Cancha De Estrellas in Carpinteria, California. (Photo by MEGA/GC Images) Photo: GC Images

The luxury property, with achingly beautiful 360-degree views of the mountains and the ocean, is described in the listing as a “rare opportunity for the most discerning equestrian lover.”

It was last purchased in 2017 for USD $14.2 million ($20.4 million).

Prince Harry was last seen enjoying a game at the compound on June 10. He played for his friend Nacho Figueras’ team Los Padres in his first game after returning to Los Angeles from spending the Jubilee weekend in London.

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The stunning estate is spread over 61.2 acres. Photo: Corcoran
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And surrounded by 360-degree views of both mountains and ocean. Photo: Corcoran

“The beauty and comfort of this world-class estate attracts the elite of the polo community, both players and enthusiasts,” says the listing.

Nacho Figueras, a long-time friend of Prince Harry, is known as the ‘David Beckham of polo’.

Prince Harry with his friend Nacho Figueras and their new team Los Padres, playing in the Santa Barbara Polo Club on Saturday April 30, 2022. Photo: Aurora Figueras

The $72 million price tag comes complete with two polo fields, immaculate modern landscaping, and all of the supporting equestrian areas.

Over 100 covered horse stalls with options for 30 more offer the protection for peak performance of elite horses.

There’s also a scoreboard lounge; a modern custom-built structure outfitted with chic art, furnishings, and entertainment, where visitors can grab a cocktail, watch the match, relax, and mingle.

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There is a member’s lounge on site for players and enthusiasts to relax and enjoy a cocktail. Photo: Corcoran
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Gated for privacy and located at 200 Lamber Road, Christian Name and Fred Dapp with The Agency hold the listing. Photo: Corcoran

According to the listing, every part of the property design considers function, as well as the beauty of the local flora and fauna. To that end, the estate includes idyllic walking and riding trails with the ability to ride to the beach, to lunch in town, or to the neighbouring polo field. All of the structures on the property are also fitted with solar.

Each of the two included parcels can build a permanent home and appurtenance structures, from tennis courts and swimming pools to a guest house.

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The main field where polo matches take place is quite the scene. Photo: Corcoran
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There are multiple structures on the property. Photo: Corcoran
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Including 100 stalls. Photo: Corcoran
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