Self-Care
Dedicated Paddock
$400 / month
- Dedicated grassy paddock
- Water
- Shade
- Secure fencing
- Feed & tack storage access
- On-site parking
- Nearby Greenway access
Small by design
A different kind of horse boarding.
Hackseed Ranch is intentionally small. We keep only a few horses so that each one has room to graze, move and enjoy a quiet environment—and each owner knows the people sharing the property.
Large grassy paddocks
Each horse has a dedicated grassy paddock with room to move and graze.
Natural approach
Our horses are kept barefoot and spend substantial time outdoors. Many are retired and have become pets.
Quiet & private
A private property away from street traffic, with safe, spacious parking.
Plantation location
In the heart of Plantation Acres, less than a mile from I-595 and Hiatus Road.
Trail access nearby
The Hiatus Road Greenway is approximately 300 feet from the property.
A private place for your horse
Room to graze. Room to be a horse.
Hackseed Ranch occupies 2.3 acres in Plantation Acres and is intentionally maintained at a very low horse-to-acreage ratio.
Each paddock has water, shade and secure fencing. Owners have access to feed and tack storage and private on-site parking.
This isn't a busy commercial barn. It is a small place where owners come to care for their horses themselves.
Please read before applying
Hackseed is self-care boarding.
You are responsible for your horse's daily feeding, watering, cleaning and general care. We provide the property, paddock, shelter, water, fencing and a private place for your horse to live.
Most of our horses are retired and have become pets. Hackseed is particularly suited to owners who enjoy spending time caring for their horse rather than looking for a training or riding facility.
What we do not offer
- Full-care boarding
- On-property riding
- Riding lessons or training
- Arena or round pen
- Horse shows or competition facilities
- Photography sessions or photo shoots
- Parties, events or commercial activities
Riding is not permitted on Hackseed Ranch property. Horses may be walked off the property to reach nearby public trail access.
Before you apply
Is Hackseed Ranch right for you?
We are not trying to be the right boarding facility for everyone. We are looking for owners who fit the way Hackseed operates.
Hackseed may be a good fit if you...
- Want a small, quiet boarding environment.
- Are comfortable providing all daily care for your horse.
- Value grass, outdoor time and large paddocks.
- Prefer a natural/barefoot approach.
- Don't need an arena, lessons or training.
- Want privacy rather than a busy commercial barn.
- Enjoy spending time personally caring for your horse.
- Want convenient access to the nearby Greenway.
Hackseed probably isn't a fit if you...
- Need full-service or daily-care boarding.
- Need an arena or on-property riding.
- Are looking for lessons or professional training.
- Want a busy barn with lots of riders and activities.
- Are looking for a location for photoshoots or events.
- Prefer someone else to handle your horse's everyday care.
Trail access
Keep your horse at home. Get to the trail on foot.
The Hiatus Road Greenway is approximately 300 feet from Hackseed Ranch. Boarders can walk their horses off the property to reach the nearby greenway.
Hackseed does not permit riding on the ranch itself. That distinction is important: we provide a quiet home base for your horse, not a riding or training facility.
Simple boarding
Choose the space that works for your horse.
Both options are self-care. You provide your horse's daily care; Hackseed provides the space and facilities described below.
Self-Care
Stall + Paddock
$500 / month
- Everything included with paddock boarding
- Dedicated 12' × 12' stall
- 24/7 access to the stall
- Dedicated grassy paddock
- Water, shade and secure fencing
- Feed & tack storage access
- On-site parking
Optional
Trailer Parking
$100 / month
- Private on-property trailer parking
- Convenient for owners who trailer to riding locations
- Availability subject to space
Optional convenience services
Need a little help once in a while?
Hackseed remains a self-care facility, but limited convenience services are available when you need an extra hand. Availability should be confirmed in advance.
Feed Service
You provide the feed; we put it out according to your instructions.
$15 / feeding
Horse Check
A basic visual check while you are away.
$20 / visit
Fly Mask / Blanket
Apply or remove a fly mask or blanket when needed.
$10 / application
Vet / Farrier Appointment
Be present for a scheduled appointment when you cannot be there.
$35 / appointment
Trailer Parking
Keep your trailer at the ranch rather than storing it elsewhere.
$100 / month
HORSEWATCH
PHOTO / LIVE CAMERA PLACEHOLDER
Future live view of the horses' feeding/watering area.
Coming soon
Check on your horse from anywhere.
Hackseed plans to add cameras overlooking selected horse areas so boarders can check on their horses remotely.
A future public horse cam may also let visitors watch the horses and optionally support the ranch through a small "Feed a Horse" contribution.
Public streaming will only be introduced with appropriate boarder permissions, privacy controls and insurance approval.
Boarding application
Think Hackseed might be a good fit?
Hackseed intentionally maintains a very small boarding community. Please complete the application before contacting us about a visit.
The application takes approximately 5–8 minutes. Applications are reviewed before property visits are scheduled.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Is Hackseed Ranch full-care boarding?
No. Hackseed is a self-care boarding facility. Owners are responsible for their horse's daily care.
Can I ride at Hackseed Ranch?
No. Riding is not permitted on the property. Horses can be walked off the property to access nearby public trail areas.
Is there an arena?
No. Hackseed does not have an arena or round pen.
Can I bring my horse for a photoshoot?
No. Hackseed is a private boarding property and does not offer photography sessions, events or commercial property access.
How many horses are boarded?
Hackseed intentionally maintains a very small boarding community, generally no more than 2–3 boarders at a time.
Are the horses kept barefoot?
Our horses are kept barefoot. Individual hoof-care decisions remain the responsibility of each horse owner in consultation with their farrier or hoof-care professional.
How do I schedule a visit?
Please complete the boarding application first. We review applications before scheduling property visits.