WHITEHALL RANCH
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WHITEHALL RANCH
WHITEHALL GRIMES COUNTY TEXAS 656± ACRES
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OF WHI TEHALL, TEXAS, HAVE A WONDERFUL SECRET, THE WHITEHALL RANCH. Unique, beautiful, and special are all such overused words in the world of real estate — however in this case they only scratch the surface. It is rare to see this level of quality and detail in a rural setting. The owner was in no rush to get this right and went to — and continues to go to — extraordinary lengths to ensure this ranch’s place among the finest properties in Texas. 1
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656¹ acres of magnificent ranch property is located on a no outlet county road. Whitehall Ranch offers every amenity you could desire on your private ranch. Located between Houston and College Station, it is only minutes by helicopter from the lighted helipad at the ranch to just about any location you would need, including the Houston Medical Center. Major highway arteries including Highway 6 and the new Highway 249 extension are close by, allowing quick and easy access to all points. A private, family compound tucked into a natural protected setting reflects the thoughtful merger of inspiration and architecture. The main residence, two guest homes, and pool complex are a masterpiece of design and modern luxury with soaring ceilings and wall-to-wall windows. No detail was overlooked. Terraced landscaping and manicured grasses offer a Zen-like setting among architectural symmetry and dramatic lines. A manager’s home and three employee homes are also located on the ranch, each designed to complement the ranch.
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The Stable Complex hosts two mirror image horse barns with ten oversized stalls in each barn. Tack rooms, grooms’ quarters and office are in the barns. Built on a high point of the ranch, the views are vast and overlook the regulation polo field and lakes. An equipment barn, a fully appointed shop building, and a covered equipment building and open sided shed for trailer parking and hay and shavings storage complete this headquarters area. Fenced turn-out paddocks, a round pen and large beautiful pastures are all accessible from here. The beautiful stable complex is an equestrian’s dream. If you are a polo enthusiast and player, the irrigated regulation size field was meticulously built and has hosted many polo tournaments. This would also be a great grand prix field or an outdoor hunter course. Any rider would enjoy this polo field to ride on — the footing is perfect! The fenced garden, orchard area, greenhouse, chicken coop and yard are close by. This hilltop has a lighted helipad for both day and night landing, enhancing the already extraordinary access. 7
Whitehall Ranch offers sporting and recreation to soothe the soul. Hiking or riding throughout the miles of trails on the ranch you will see abundant wildlife, grazing cattle, and easily forget the rigors of city life. Launch your canoe or pontoon boat and fish in the eight-acre lake, or enjoy an evening ride on the water to watch the sunset. The lake is stocked with bass, perch and blue gill. Nearby is a newly constructed nature preserve developed specifically to host numerous waterfowl species.
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L O C A T I O N
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Whitehall Ranch is located on no-outlet County Road 305 in the rolling hills and diversified terrain of Grimes County, near Whitehall, Texas. Major highway arteries such as Highway 6 and Highway 249 extension are close to the ranch, making travel time just over an hour from the Galleria area near the heart of Houston or fifteen minutes by helicopter. 13
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L A N D , W AT E R , T O P O G R A P H Y
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The west boundary of Whitehall Ranch, along Beason Creek, sits at 246 feet elevation and climbs to 352 feet at the highest point on the ranch. There is almost two-thirds of a mile of frontage on County Road 305. The topography is rolling with open pastures, drainages and areas of dense woods. Many native tree species are found on the ranch including pecan, oak and pines. The ranch is part of Region 5, the Brazos Bottom, East Coastal Plains and the Southeast Piney Woods. An eight-acre lake captures run-off water and offers an excellent fishing and recreational water feature. There are two water wells nearby, if needed, to help keep the lake full in the drier seasons. This lake is stocked with bass, perch and blue gills. A boat dock provides an entertainment area and covered docking for the pontoon boat. This water is clear and water is pumped from it to irrigate the polo field. Nearby is a newly constructed nature preserve developed specifically to host numerous waterfowl species. There are numerous stock tanks throughout the ranch that provide livestock water. Several natural springs are on the ranch. These springs have run throughout the driest times. A charming bridge crosses one of the spring-fed creeks on the ranch.
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W I L D L I F E H U N T I N
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The far reach of Beason Creek and its tributaries, as well as the natural springs, lakes, and ponds, contribute to the constant migration of wildlife through the ranch. Native white tail deer, foxes, raccoons, hawks and other species populate the ranch. 20
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IMPROVEMENTS
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HOME CAMP COMPOUND Inspiration and brilliant architecture were combined to create this residential compound. Tucked away in a natural bowl surrounded by dense woods sit the main home, two guest homes and the pool complex. The simple contemporary lines of these luxurious residences offer the utmost in comfort. 24
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MAIN HOME The main home has huge surrounding porches that beckon you outside. Open, flowing spaces with soaring ceilings and wall to wall windows invite you to relax, dine and cook while enjoying nature from every view. The kitchen has the highest end appliances with lots of counter and island surfaces. This open area flows into the dining and living areas. The ambiance is enhanced with the free standing fireplace which is reminiscent of a grain bin.
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The master suite has the same design of free standing fireplace and sitting area. There is an open office area in the master suite. Beautiful en-suite bath offers you spa-like comfort in your home. The views from the master suite are incredible. 30
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LANDSCAPING Zoysia grass, native grasses and Muhly grass which turns purple in the fall. An automatic sprinkler system provides the irrigation on the six acre Home Camp area.
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GUEST HOMES The two guest homes complement the main residence in design and offer privacy, covered carport, and beautifully appointed interiors. 34
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POOL COMPLEX •
Heated saltwater pool •
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Spa
Covered entertainment area
Pool house has pass through bar area from kitchen
• Kitchen offers six burner Wolf stove/range with griddle, Subzero refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, and Scotsman ice maker •
Commercial laundry room
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Exercise room
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Massage room
Outdoor speakers
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S TA B L E C O M P L E X •
Hilltop location with views to the polo field and lakes
Two mirror image ten stall barns with oversize 12'x15' stalls
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Stall doors slide and have ‘drops’ so horses can look out
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Rubber mats
Two groom apartments
Two tack rooms; one with washer/dryer •
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French drains
Office with bath and shower •
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Wash racks with hot and cold water
A covered equipment building and open sided shed for trailer parking and hay and shavings storage
Shop building insulated, sink, compressed air with 4 hose outlets
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Polo field is regulation size and irrigated; has a dedicated well and 120 sprinkler heads; actual irrigated area is 500'x1,000'; boarded polo field is 480'x900' •
Tiffway 419 from King Ranch Turf Farm •
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20 live oak trees were planted
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SKEET AND TRAP COMPLEX The trap and skeet complex has a cozy club house to enjoy a beverage after shooting or just relax and enjoy the view. With high/low houses designed for accuracy and elevation. With eight skeet and five trap shooting stations, even the most accomplished shooter will never tire of this well thought out and perfectly designed facility. • Thirteen shooting stations: eight skeet stations and five trap stations •
Sunflower plots planted around range •
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Trap and Skeet combination
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Accuracy and elevation for best shooting
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15' rod is the “skeet thrower aiming ring”
Trap layout has a “wobble trap thrower,” that randomly varies the height and direction of the clay target •
Cozy clubhouse for relaxing
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ADDITIONAL AMENITIES • •
Separate area for employees offers three furnished cottages with porches •
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Gate house/ranch manager’s home
Cottages are two-bedroom, one bath
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Beautiful, well-maintained hay fields, providing high yields for cattle and horses • •
Rolling pastures, fenced and cross fenced for grazing
Paddocks and turn-outs for horses, and working pens for cattle •
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MISCELLANEOUS
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Gatehouse has a designated water well also linked to two stock tanks
Two water wells serving the barn area and livestock pastures can be linked in the event of one going down or needing servicing
Two water wells in Home Camp Compound — one for exterior sprinkler system and pool; one for homes
Total of seven electricity generators with 500-gallon propane tanks in the event of power outages •
Barn apartments have electric hot water heaters •
All water wells and generators are interlinked •
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All septics are standard septic systems
Portable pens and cattle chutes are personal property The ranch is appraised for ad valorem taxes under 1D1 Agriculture / Wildlife Management valuation on its open space •
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Seller’s owned minerals are negotiable
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