Courtship Ranch | Legacy Equestrian Facility In Shadow Hills / Lake View Terrace Set against the backdrop of Oliver Canyon in the heart of Shadow Hills / Lake View Terrace, Courtship Ranch represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the area's most established and respected equestrian facilities.
Ideally positioned between Little Tujunga and Big Tujunga, this prime location offers exceptional accessibility to northern Los Angeles and draws a loyal clientele from Pasadena, Burbank, Glendale, Hollywood, La Canada, San Fernando and beyond. Spanning just under 7 acres, Courtship Ranch has operated continuously as a successful boarding facility
since the 1970s, creating a longstanding reputation within the Southern California equestrian community. Designed to support a wide range of riding disciplines and day to day equestrian operations, the ranch offers the kind of infrastructure that is increasingly difficult to find this close to the city.
The facility includes 77 stalls, 8 pasture turnouts, and 3 lighted arenas, including a large covered arena with a full dressage court that allows for year round riding, shade coverage, weather protection and evening training. Recent capital improvements include new footing in the smaller arena and refreshed footing in the covered arena, further enhancing the riding experience and operational appeal.
Additional amenities include 11 tack rooms, wash racks, generous hay storage, and direct access to excellent trail riding, creating a highly functional environment for both professional programs and private equestrian use. Courtship Ranch has also benefited from thoughtful infrastructure improvements, including significant updates to the septic and
cesspool systems, fire prevention and brush compliance measures completed in accordance with updated regulations, and an overall refresh of the property, allowing the next owner to step into a well maintained and thoughtfully improved operation. The residential component includes a charming 5 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home spanning approximately 1,895
square feet, complete with a beautifully maintained in ground pool, creating an ideal on site residence for owners, trainers, or staff. Adding to the property's distinct character is an extraordinary 200+ year old California Fig Tree, believed by local lore to have served as a waypoint along the historic Wells Fargo Butterfield Overland mail route, a truly special nod to California's rich past.
From a business perspective, Courtship Ranch offers a compelling operational opportunity with 15 years of financial history available for review, reflecting a proven track record of profitability and long term stability. The current owners are also open to consulting with a new owner to support a smooth transition, offering valuable insight into operations, vendor relationships, maintenance and client continuity.
The ranch is protected by a permanent Conditional Use Permit, an invaluable asset that helps preserve the long term viability of the equestrian operation. It also benefits from deeply rooted community relationships with veterinarians, farriers, trainers and local equestrians who have supported and referred business to the ranch for decades.
Whether you envision continuing its successful boarding legacy, expanding training operations, hosting specialty programs or creating your own private equestrian compound, Courtship Ranch offers exceptional flexibility, infrastructure, and heritage in one of Southern California's most accessible horse communities. This is more than just a Ranch. It is an opportunity to own a True Equestrian Landmark. More information can be found
