Clayton Homes with Horses Possible Lot description

Welcome to Clayton, California – a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque Contra Costa County. Known for its stunning natural beauty and small-town charm, Clayton offers a unique blend of suburban tranquility and outdoor adventure. With the majestic Mount Diablo as a backdrop, residents enjoy breathtaking views, ample hiking trails, and a vibrant community spirit.

One of the standout features of Clayton is its commitment to preserving open spaces and a rural lifestyle, making it an ideal location for horse enthusiasts. Here, you’ll find homes with horse property options, allowing you to embrace the equestrian lifestyle right in your backyard. Imagine waking up to the sound of gentle neighs and the sight of horses grazing in lush pastures, all while being just a stone's throw away from the conveniences of modern living.

The real estate market in Clayton boasts a variety of properties, from charming single-family homes to sprawling estates, many of which come with ample land suitable for horse facilities. Whether you’re looking to create your own equestrian paradise or simply enjoy the serenity of a home surrounded by nature, Clayton offers the perfect backdrop.

In addition to its equestrian-friendly properties, Clayton features a tight-knit community with top-rated schools, local shops, and delightful dining options. The annual events and festivals foster a sense of belonging and make it easy to connect with neighbors.

If you’re seeking a place where you can live, work, and play in harmony with nature and your beloved horses, Clayton is the perfect destination to call home. Discover the possibilities today!

Newest Clayton Homes with Horses Possible Lot description

$1,535,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 41142277 MLS

A truly one-of-a-kind property offering an exceptional blend of space, privacy, and beautiful views in one of Clayton's most sought-after rural communities, Diablo Downs. Set on over an acre, this distinctive home is designed to embrace its natural surroundings, with picturesque views from nearly every room. The spacious floor plan features elegant formal living and dining rooms, perfect for entertaining or everyday living. The kitchen is thoughtfully appointed with a breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, and sunny informal dining nook, while the inviting family room w/ vaulted ceiling showcases a cozy fireplace and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows that bring the outdoors in. A bright, light-filled bedroom and beautifully updated full bathroom complete the main level, providing an ideal space for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms, a versatile loft, and a charming playroom with a closet that is currently used as a guest room. Updated guest bth. The tranquil primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, a relaxing sitting area, and a beautifully updated bathroom. A finished basement bonus room with a convenient half bath provides the perfect space for a home office, gym, media room, or game room, while abundant storage throughout the home ensures everything has its place. Step outside from the kitchen nook onto the expansive deck, where you'll enjoy sweeping views of Mt. Diablo and endless opportunities for outdoor entertaining. The lower level features a shaded patio surrounded by mature landscape & trees, creating a peaceful retreat to relax and unwind. The sprawling acre-plus property is zoned for horses and other animals, offering incredible flexibility for those dreaming of a barn, ADU, pool, expansive gardens, or additional outdoor amenities. Nature lovers will appreciate the seasonal creek, established vegetable garden, and an impressive collection of mature fruit and nut trees, including pomegranate, persimmon, fig, orange, lemon, almond, grape, plum, and apple. With a low annual HOA of just $500, residents enjoy access to a private riding arena and direct trail access into miles of scenic Mt. Diablo State Park. Experience the serenity of country living while remaining just minutes from vibrant downtown Clayton, beautiful parks, trails, shopping, restaurants, and highly regarded K-12 schools. This is a rare opportunity to own a truly special property where peaceful rural living and everyday convenience.

864 Coachman Pl, Clayton

Listing courtesy of Kelly McDougall from Compass. 925-787-0448

$2,600,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 41138381 MLS

This peaceful and beautiful home is located halfway between Clayton and Brentwood, offering quick access to both communities while still providing the feeling of living in paradise. Marsh Creek run through the property, creating natural habitat. The property includes two homes allowing privacy and flexibility. The arena barn features a 60 x108 ft. indoor arena, originally designed for cutting horses. It includes 5 stalls. this is not a steel building, it was constructed using traditional methods and built to last for generations. An additional barn added in 2000 includes seven stalls. This property has an excellent well added about 10 years ago producing an impressive 60-80 gallons per minute. The property is enrolled in Williamson Act tax benefit

17101 Marsh Creek Rd, Clayton

Listing courtesy of Diane Durst from Cottage Real Estate. 925-895-1094

$1,335,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 41137396 MLS

Experience everyday living like a vacation in this one-of-a-kind custom log cabin, beautifully perched on a hillside to capture breathtaking, nearly 360-degree views from every window. With 3,138 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home blends rustic charm with modern comfort. Stunning open-concept great room features a dramatic two-story wall of windows that floods the space with natural light and perfectly frames the views. Fireplace anchors the room, creating an inviting atmosphere for relaxing or entertaining. Kitchen offers a gas stove, abundant counter space & walk-in pantry, all seamlessly flowing into the dining area. From here, step out onto the deck—ideal for indoor-outdoor dining/ living and taking in the spectacular scenery. The main level features a primary suite complete with a private loft—perfect for a home office, reading nook, or creative space—along with a secondary bedroom featuring ensuite bathroom. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a large bonus loft. The setting is truly unmatched, with unobstructed panoramic views of Mt. Diablo & rolling foothills in every direction. With ample usable land, there’s plenty of room for animals, toys, etc. All this, just minutes—approximately 3 miles—from the charm of downtown Clayton, where you’ll find local shops, dining, and top-rated schools. This is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle.

530 Leon Way, Clayton

Listing courtesy of Kelly McDougall from Compass. 925-787-0448

$1,899,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 41137217 MLS

Set behind a private gated entrance along the scenic Marsh Creek corridor, this 14.6-acre ranch estate carries a Clayton address but sits at the crossroads of Clayton and Brentwood, roughly 15 minutes from both downtowns, with easy access to shopping, dining, and commute corridors in either direction. The property is built for those who want land with real purpose. Usable acreage supports horses, livestock, or hobby farming, while rolling hillside terrain frames sweeping views and delivers the kind of natural privacy subdivisions simply cannot replicate. The barn is ready for horses or animals of any kind, with equestrian trail access to Round Valley Regional Park right outside your gate, complemented by a detached garage and storage shed. Inside the main house, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a flexible 4th room ideal as a second primary suite welcome you with rich acacia wood floors, soaring ceilings, a coffered formal dining room, and an open-concept kitchen and family room wrapped in custom cabinetry. Solar panels offset the cost of running a property this size. A brand new approximately 1,200 sq ft ADU, 2BD/1.5BA, full kitchen, laundry hookups, never occupied, offers rental income or multigenerational living that's rare at any price. As the day winds down, this property reveals another side of itself. Soft exterior lighting illuminates brand new retaining walls, the hills go quiet, and the wildlife that calls this land home, deer, wild turkeys, and songbirds, remind you exactly why you made the move. This is the kind of stillness that's nearly impossible to find. Acreage · Horse property · Equestrian · Barn · ADU · Gated · Solar · Mt. Diablo views · Round Valley trail access · Clayton CA · Brentwood CA · Contra Costa County · East Bay ranch

16800 Marsh Creek Rd, Clayton

Listing courtesy of Anthony Arsondi from Keller Williams Tri-Valley. 925-315-8006

$2,995,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 41127945 MLS

No detail has been overlooked in this extraordinary 4+BD/3.5BA luxury home + 1BD/1BA cabana and pool in tranquil horse country. Set on 1.35 acres, the single-level 4389 SQFT main home offers the ease of modern construction with signature exquisite stonework throughout. Step into the stunning open living area, starting with a huge chef’s kitchen entirely in premium quartzite, with the ultimate in top-of-the line appliances. A see-through fireplace divides the formal dining area with the living room, and glass doors open to an expansive deck for indoor/outdoor living. Tucked away for privacy, the primary suite is a retreat with a huge dressing area, chic cabinetry, a spa-like bath, and a glass door to the deck. 2 bedrooms share a jack-and-jill bath while a 4th bedroom is served by another stylish full bathroom. A vaulted rec room is a game center, theater, and more, opening to the pool area and the 725 SQFT cabana. Swim, unwind in the hot tub, or chill beneath the waterfall of the pool’s pergola. A patio and outdoor kitchen is ideal to dine al fresco. Grounds include: 2 RV-sized garages, stables, orchard, grapevines, putting green, and a full wildfire suppression system. Too many extras and upgrades to list here! Clayton & BART are down the road, to enjoy easy access to the city.

4725 Morgan Territory Road, Clayton

Listing courtesy of David Gunderman from KW Advisors East Bay. 510-205-4369

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