In 1984, Lou Dobbs acquired a New Jersey farm and expanded it over four decades

In 1984, television anchor and radio host Lou Dobbs purchased a 283-acre farm in Wantage Township, New Jersey, known as Hickory Hollow Farm. Over the next four decades, Dobbs steadily expanded the property by purchasing nearby parcels, turning it into one of the largest connected private farms in northwestern New Jersey. The estate includes an 11-acre spring-fed pond, multiple guest homes, extensive horse facilities, and land suitable for possible residential development.

The main house on the property is a 5,419-square-foot colonial-style building with five bedrooms and four bathrooms, as well as a heated indoor pool, a tennis court, and a heated in-ground Gunite pool. The property also features multiple barns, paddocks, and a riding arena, making it suitable for equestrian activities. The main house is surrounded by spacious grounds, including rolling pastures with views of the central pond.

Lou Dobbs, a founding figure at CNN and later host of Lou Dobbs Tonight on Fox Business, passed away in July 2024 at the age of 78. The property, listed by real estate agent Jaime Luongo of Weichert Realtors, is currently on the market for $6 million, which translates to approximately $1,107 per square foot for the main living structures. The property is subject to local zoning laws and the land could potentially be used for agricultural purposes, a private family retreat, or even residential development.