Built more than two decades ago by founders Simon and Romilla Arber, Emsworth Polo Grounds is a modern, purpose-built equestrian estate located in Winkfield, near Windsor. Unlike classic British equestrian facilities, many of which have been attached to historical country properties over the years, Emsworth was meticulously and thoughtfully designed from scratch as a contemporary professional polo venue.
It currently serves as the home and private headquarters of the Four Quarters Polo team, which famously secured a record-breaking fifth win at the Royal Windsor Cup at the nearby Guards Polo Club. Now on the market with a guide price of £20 million, this unique 72-acre property represents one of the most complete and significant private sporting estates to ever reach the open market in the UK.
Rather than operating purely as a private training compound, Emsworth was intentionally designed as an open-door, world-class hub for international sport. The estate has routinely served as an elite training and practice facility for the world’s most accomplished players, frequently welcoming the undisputed legend of modern polo, Adolfo Cambiaso. This environment has allowed the next generation of players to hone their craft on elite pitches, ultimately progressing to compete on the international circuit alongside global icons, including Cambiaso’s son, Adolfo ‘Poroto’ Cambiaso Jnr.
Engineered from inception to support a world-class string of ponies at scale, the estate’s infrastructure presents a highly compelling asset for high-net-worth buyers looking to acquire ready-made heritage in Berkshire’s elite equestrian golden triangle. A rare architectural and sporting masterpiece, the estate has also served as a cherished family home for current owner, the Arbers; one where a true polo legacy was nurtured, cultivated and celebrated.
The Arber children were raised on the estate, proving its credentials as an ideal family home. The principal residence, GoDown House, is an elegant five-bedroom residence which stands as the emotional heart of the estate, offering panoramic views across the manicured paddocks and main polo fields.
Turnkey accommodations are also available across 13 further buildings. The property features a seven-bedroom gatehouse, an American barn with first-floor apartments, and two additional studio flats. Together, they provide 18 further bedrooms, offering seamless living quarters for managers, world-class grooms, and visiting international professionals.
Boasting truly top-tier infrastructure, the six pristine stable blocks can accommodate up to 120 horses, supported by comprehensive yard facilities. Two private irrigation lakes with a 50-million-litre capacity guarantee optimal, tournament-grade playing surfaces even during the peak of summer. Elsewhere, two dedicated clubhouses – the intimate Stable Yard bar and the majestic Fieldside pavilion – provide the ultimate setting for premium hosting, sponsorship events, and private post-match hospitality.
Alex Isidro, managing director of UK Sotheby’s International Realty, adds: “Given how strictly protected the Windsor-Ascot corridor is from new development, finding a fully built estate like this is nearly impossible today. The opportunity to acquire a ready-to-use property of this calibre – carrying a piece of England’s polo history and the legacy of playing alongside legends like the Cambiasos – presents a vanishingly rare opportunity for the global collector.”
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