Natalie Dean pictured in front of the stunning Marigold Farms barn.
By Jennifer Ward/Jump Media
Tucked in a quiet corner of Palm Beach Point in Wellington, FL, Natalie Dean’s Marigold Farms is a stunning modern equestrian oasis. With every detail planned for the comfort and convenience of her string of international show jumping horses, the newly constructed estate thoughtfully blends both form and function.
The sleek design of Marigold Farms blends seamlessly with its environment.
Flat rooflines with multiple overhangs blend seamlessly with the environment. Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the barn structure allow the Florida sunshine to pour in, flooding lounges and work areas with natural light. Every stall has its own window to the outside world, with views varying from the 10 turn-out paddocks to lush tropical landscaping.
Marigold Farms has 10 turn-out paddocks that run the entire length of the barn.
Wordley Martin, widely considered the premier North American expert in footing and arena construction, collaborated with Dean and her design team to build riding areas and surfaces worthy of her international aspirations.
Wordley Martin constructed the 175 x 285 feet outdoor arena.
Sized at 175 x 285 feet, the expansive outdoor arena provides one training option while the covered arena provides relief from the elements when the Florida sun is sizzling or rain is hammering down. In keeping with the facility’s modern aesthetic, the covered arena is sized at a generous 87 x 217 feet and is easy to maintain with a watering system installed underneath.
The covered arena provides shade from Florida’s hot sun and sudden downpours.
Encircling the five-acre plus property is a training track ideal for conditioning the horses or simply enjoying a leisurely hack before or after schooling. Over half a mile long, the track provides a change of scenery for both horses and riders while offering optimal footing conditions thanks to Wordley Martin. A 60-foot round pen is another option for getting the horses out of their stalls and using their muscles, integral for the healthy maintenance of any professional equine athlete.
The round pen also features Wordley Martin footing.
Custom gates feature the Marigold Farms logo.
While the estate as a whole is breath taking, it’s the attention to detail and surprising touches – such as the custom entrance gate that closes to form the Marigold Farms logo – that make it truly one-of-a-kind.
The custom gate when closed.
Delightful modern design touches are found throughout the property.
Wide aisles are just one of the many considerations that ensure the comfort and safety of Natalie’s horses.
The covered arena, sized at 87 x 217 feet, has an inground watering system for optimal footing.
Natalie posing in front of the generous stalls which feature both windows and fans for the horses’ comfort.
Natalie’s expansive and well-organized tack room.
The relaxing lounge features both indoor and outdoor areas.
A view to the main lounge downstairs and the staff quarters upstairs.
The main entrance to the barn.
The modern aesthetic of Marigold Farms features multiple overhangs.
A training track constructed by Wordley Martin encircles the entire five-acre property.
All of the stalls at Marigold Farms have windows overlooking the facility.
Natalie Dean pictured at the entrance to the barn.
Natalie Dean enjoying a ride on the training track.
U.S. show jumping athlete Natalie Dean relaxes in the lounge.
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