Yes, ‘goatscaping’ is a thing and this house in California does it best. Check it out
Manscaping is out.
Goatscaping is in.
And this house on the real estate market in Rancho Santa Fe, California, for $7.75 million brings it in spades.
The reason why the landscape surrounding the six-bedroom, seven-bathroom residence is so immaculate is because the owners have been partaking in goatscaping, which means they use goats “to manage vegetation growth in an environmentally sound manner,” LetsGoatBuffalo.com describes.
Trust us — it looks as cool as it sounds.
”The property sits beautifully on a four-acre paradise of citrus groves and tropical greens with plenty of sun-filled vistas to gather, play and rest — truly embodying resort-style living,” listing agent Raquel Benguiat said to McClatchy News. “The current owners have been goatscaping for a few years to maintain the grounds; one can spend all day watching the goats, they are so much fun!”
The owners didn’t want to cause any damage the environment in the area, which is why the goats were brought in.
“The current owners were concerned about the ecological footprint of bringing in large machines to maintain their 4 acres. Their goats turned out to be the perfect solution and have been a welcome addition to their family,” Benguiat said.
Of course, there are other fabulous features included in and around the 9,550-square-foot estate, including:
Tennis court
BBQ bar
Swimming pool
Spa
Gating driveway
Stone flooring
Skylights
Great room with a “walk-in pub-style wet bar”
Primary suite with a private patio
Bad news though — according to the New York Post, the goats aren’t’ included in the sale. However, they can be bought separately.
The listing is held by Douglas Elliman.
This story was originally published July 20, 2022 at 2:33 PM with the headline "Yes, ‘goatscaping’ is a thing and this house in California does it best. Check it out."