Living with Horses - A Place in the Country

of the region. Talk to the neighbours and ask about the realities of living in the area. Walk the property boundaries with another knowledgeable horse person and with someone very familiar with the area to get a feel for the lay of the land and help you decide if it suits your needs and plans
Be honest with yourself
The dream of owning property is romantic calling up visions of peaceful days and starfilled nights with smog and traffic jams left far behind but the reality can be hard work. Are you prepared to spend your summer weekends fixing fences and painting the barn or will you be yearning for the golf course? Are you physically able to maintain the property or can you afford to hire help?
How will your spouse and children be affected by the move will the kids still be able to enjoy afterschool activities and does your spouse want this lifestyle change as much as you do? Will you miss the convenience of town and the easy access to cultural activities? 
A sometimes unanticipated change that comes with moving to the country is the lack of services and public transportation which means youll be driving just about everywhere. If you have children involved in extracurricular activities or when you simply need a jug of milk youll likely be driving. You may find it necessary to purchase another vehicle. If you want the peaceful lifestyle but with modern amenities consider an acreage subdivision close to town where you may find the best of both worlds.