1,874± ACRES / BANDERA COUNTY, TEXAS HOOD REAL ESTATE INC.
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Have you ever dabbled in growing your own herbs or mastering the art of sourdough? Maybe you’ve taken on a more ambitious project like building a tool shed from scratch, or perhaps you’ve tried raising a few hens for fresh eggs. Chances are, at some point, you’ve dipped your toes into the world of homesteading—whether you realized it or not.
If you’re unfamiliar, modern homesteading is all about a self-reliant and resource-conscious lifestyle.
This means producing what you need instead of relying on what’s readily available. For most, it starts as an experiment—one new habit at a time, adopted through trial and error—and only a handful of these practices stick long-term. But for those who dive in wholeheartedly, the rewards of this intentional, hands-on lifestyle can be as fulfilling as they are challenging. Ask any farmer or rancher, and they’ll tell you: living self-sufficiently is no walk in the park, but it’s a path well worth treading.
In this issue, I had the pleasure of speaking with a remarkable Texas native whose life story is nothing short of transformative. After spending seven years navigating the hustle and bustle of a New York City apartment, she found herself back in the Lone Star State—fully embracing a naturalist lifestyle and taking homesteading to extraordinary heights. She and her husband have built a life that exemplifies the true spirit of self-sufficiency, blending grit, creativity, and community-building into a way of living that’s as inspiring as it is intentional.
Their journey serves as a reminder of the power of a creator mindset over consumerism and the beauty of bootstrapping your way to a more connected, sustainable existence. I hope their story sparks a bit of curiosity—or perhaps a sense of adventure—as you explore what homesteading might look like in your own life.
Lydia duPerier, Publisher lydia@farmandranch.com
The ever-changing landscape is enhanced by diverse vegetation. Cypress trees surround the main lake while pecan trees shade the valley. Live oaks and Spanish oaks dot the native grasslands and a lone bull mesquite shades the pavilion. Cedar has been aggressively cleared and prescribed burns have been used to clear and reinvigorate the land, which provides a nutritious buffet for wildlife.
Nestled in the Texas Hill Country, on the banks of the Verde Creek, the store was first established in 1857. Originally, the general store was established to offer goods and services to the soldiers stationed at Fort Verde, a mile to the west. By the time the U.S. Army deactivated the Fort, the Camp Verde General Store and Post Office had become an important part of the community, serving the growing number of pioneer ranchers in the area.
Camp Verde evokes a feeling of stepping back in time to a place full of history, yet is welcoming and new. Halfway into its second century, this unique store occupies a special setting along the Verde Creek, offering the surrounding community a link to the past and a place for today.
Since 2003, Camp Verde General Store has been undergoing a renaissance, introducing a new spirit to this part of the Texas Hill Country. Everywhere you look, there are distinct touches that add to the historical setting of this remarkable venue. Spectacular outdoor patios and a full-service restaurant—surrounded by shade trees that have offered shelter for hundreds of years—make this a beautiful location to visit. Great care has been taken to honor the past while welcoming the future.
Not only has the General Store become a backbone of the area, people from all over the world stop by to experience the store themselves! Everything imaginable—souvenirs, products created by local artisans, jewelry, gifts, fine foods, jams, personal care items, candles and always a cold Coca Cola ready for you—the store is a smorgasbord of delights for everyone to slow down and enjoy.
THE GREAT CAMEL EXPERIMENT
In 1854, Secretary of War Jefferson Davis (who later became President of the Confederacy) petitioned Congress to appropriate $30,000 for the Army to experiment with using camels for supply transport to the west and other military purposes. With the support of President Pierce, the bill was subsequently approved by Congress on March 3, 1855. It was late August of 1856 when the first group of camels arrived at Fort Verde, with the second load of 40 animals arriving during the spring of 1857. The animals passed every test of their ability—carrying heavier loads and traveling longer distances than the mules and horses used in the area. However, the War Department sorely needed funds for reconstruction after the Civil War. The Fort was deactivated in 1869—ending the experiment. While a fire destroyed the buildings of Fort Camp Verde in 1910, the courage and bold spirit of the Great Camel Experiment survives to this day!
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Hood Real Estate Inc. is a premier farm and ranch real estate brokerage located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. In 1992, Howard W. Hood founded Hood Real Estate Inc. with aspirations to turn his core family values and passion for real estate into a business legacy. Over the past 33 years, he has established a specialty in premier, live water farms and ranches across the state of Texas, though he has also represented buyers from around the world. Howard’s son, Conner W. Hood, and brother, Jeffrey C. Hood, are also a part of the family business, enabling Hood Real Estate Inc. to expand and continue providing unparalleled customer service to clients around the globe. If you are looking for expertise, diligence, and world class customer service, Hood Real Estate Inc. is the best in the business.
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1,874± ACRES / BANDERA COUNTY
$16,000/ACRE
Sitting on the headwaters of Myrtle Creek, in a ruggedly beautiful box canyon in Bandera County, the BW Ranch offers live water and some of the most magnificent views in the country. The 1,874.83-acre ranch, which fronts FM 2828, is just 12 miles from Bandera, 17 miles from Kerrville, and 42 miles from San Antonio. The BW Ranch showcases 24 peaks, expansive valleys, and views that stretch to Bandera, Kerrville, and Medina. The ever-changing landscape is enhanced by diverse vegetation. Cypress trees surround the main lake while pecan trees shade the valley. Live oaks and Spanish oaks dot the native grasslands and a lone bull mesquite shades the pavilion. Cedar has been aggressively cleared and prescribed burns have been used to clear and reinvigorate the land, which provides a nutritious buffet for wildlife. Whitetails that benefit from enhanced genetics, Rio Grande turkeys, dove, and Bobwhite quail are native to the ranch. A herd of 50± bison graze the flats and hillsides. Auodad
sheep along with blackbuck antelope, axis, fallow, and sika deer also call the ranch home, along with coyotes, bobcats, mountain lions, non-game species and birds. The year-round Myrtle Creek brings life-giving crystalline water to the property. It feeds nine dammed ponds, making water easily accessible for wildlife. An eight±-acre, spring-fed lake—stocked with largemouth bass (enhanced by Florida bass genetics), blue cats, blue gills, and sun perch—is arguably the recreational focal point. A boat house with a bathroom, a fish cleaning station, and a pontoon boat, allow family and friends to take advantage of the clear, inviting water. The ranch boasts a second spring-fed lake, which is smaller and stocked with desirable fish for additional angling fun. The three-bed, two-bath ranch house features native limestone, which defines the exterior and interior flourishes including the impressive fireplace. The bright and airy home combines soaring ceilings, shiplap, warm wood accents, Saltillo tiles, and
oversized windows. The sunroom, which overlooks a pond surrounded by native vegetation, unites outside with inside. The home’s open floor plan includes a wellappointed kitchen, living room, and trophy room; all aesthetically designed to invite gathering. A nearby, open-air pavilion, which mimics the style of the main home, includes a full kitchen and fireplace. The comfortable three-bed, two-bath caretaker’s quarters with a full kitchen and large porches is situated nearby, perfect for housing guests. More than 25 miles of improved roads stretch to the highest peaks and most far flung corners providing complete, easy access. The insulated main barn— approximately 40x60-feet—was constructed from metal and features four horse stalls, an office with a shower, a tack room, and a tool room. Twelve-foot-tall doors on both ends keep equipment access simple. An equipment barn—approximately 20x45feet—provides a cleaning station with winches, running water, and a walk-in cooler. Call Howard W. Hood, Broker at 830-739-3815. Listed for $16,000/acre.
$11,900,000
CH RANCH
422± ACRES / GILLESPIE COUNTY
Encompassing 422± acres, just 15 minutes north of Fredericksburg in Gillespie County, CH Ranch is a private and accessible property. The low-fenced ranch, located less than one-anda-half hours from San Antonio and Austin, features 853± feet of frontage on Hwy 16, as well as a private easement. Large ranches adjoin the CH Ranch on three sides. Elevations range from 1,300± feet at the lowest point to 1,755± feet atop Solomon Mountain. Enjoy magnificent views from multiple points on the ranch. Most of the cedar has been cleared from the front section, showcasing the heritage live oaks that dot the property and line the two seasonal creeks. The back of the property is native. A former, coastal Bermuda grass hayfield provides a large clearing. The ranch, not hunted for 30 years, is home to whitetail deer, turkey, feral hogs, ringtail cats, armadillos, rabbits, and coyotes. The CH Ranch has two impoundments. During average rainfall years, the first lake encompasses an estimated four-to-five acres, while the second pond ranges between two-to-four acres. The ranch also has four water wells.
The three-bed, two-bath rock house, completely remodeled in 2021, encompasses about 1,700-square-feet of well-appointed living space. The 3,000±-square-foot, limestone-clad, main house—a massive barndominium featuring three bedrooms, two baths, a spacious kitchen, living room and eye-catching limestone fireplace—is the focal point. The 153x60-foot, four-bay barn measures 9,180±-square-feet; 3,000±-square-feet of which form the residence enclosed in a concrete block building. The two-bed, one-bath hunter’s cabin with a kitchen and living room features a porch with a hot tub. Other infrastructure includes the main house’s detached laundry/storage room with deck and a covered BBQ alcove, a cinder block garage, a sheet metal garage with two rock cisterns, a 10x10-foot storage shed, and the original steel livestock barn. Call Howard W. Hood, Broker at 830-739-3815. Listed for $11,900,000.
$19,612,500
TWO CREEKS RANCH
758± ACRES / MEDINA COUNTY
Two Creeks Ranch, 758± acres located just 30 minutes west of San Antonio in Medina County, is a live-water destination, offering frontage on County Road 451 and 455. Two Creeks showcases the Hill Country’s beautiful live water and legacy oaks, along with South Texas brush. Managed primarily for doves, whitetail deer, feral hogs, and free-ranging exotics also call the low-fenced ranch home. The year-round Verde Creek courses through the ranch for over a mile, providing private access to both banks. Hondo Creek runs along the south border for about 1.85 miles. An approximately seven-acre, stocked lake offers angling fun. The ranch has two center pivots supplied by an Edwards Aquifer irrigation well with 60 acre-feet of transferable Edwards water. There is an additional well on the property. Guests can enjoy at the five-stand skeet range, gather at the nearby 945±-square-foot Gun Room, or relax on the 1,850± square-foot covered porch area. A set of two identical, 3,130±-square-foot dogtrot lodges, each sleeping up to 12 people, anchor the main compound’s focal point. The downstairs encompasses 2,072±-square-feet and includes four bedrooms with two double beds and a private bath. The upstairs features two king suites and a private bath. A short walk brings guests to the 11,600±-square-foot Party Barn with its 3,000±-squarefoot covered porch. An outdoor pass-through transitions into a 3,600±-square-foot work barn, which includes a loft gym/ storage area and three small apartments. A second compound, featuring the Casa Verde House, the Ranchero House, and a large storage barn, is easily accessible. The newly renovated, two-story Casa Verde House encompasses 2,000±-square-feet with a wrap-around porch. The nearby three-bed, two-bath Ranchero House includes a kitchen, office, laundry room, and more. Additional ranch infrastructure includes a 5,900±-square-foot Maintenance Barn, 800±-square-foot Laundry Building, 3,000±-square-feet of covered parking, and the 22,500±-square-foot Hangar Barn. Ranch roads are improved. Call Howard W. Hood at 830-739-3815. Listed for $19,612,500.
$17,160,000
TWIN CREEKS RANCH
858± ACRES / KERR COUNTY
The 858±-acre Twin Creeks Ranch, located approximately 11 miles from Kerrville in Kerr County, is an opportunity to stake a claim on a large-scale, live-water property in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. The high-fenced ranch—which includes both bottomlands and small canyons—features iconic, gently rolling, Hill Country terrain with a 300-foot elevation change. Its improved roads make the entire ranch accessible. Between 50 and 75 acres of cedar have been strategically cleared, while disturbed areas have been re-seeded with native grasses. Mature post oaks, live oaks, and native brush form the foundation of the habitat. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, feral hogs, mourning doves, and waterfowl. The year-round Fall Creek runs across the ranch for approximately one mile, providing crystalline water for wildlife and recreation. Wolf Creek converges with Fall Creek on the property. A 5±-acre lake is stocked with bass and outfitted with floating docks , which offer water recreation. The ranch also has two water wells. The two-story, 3,700±-square-foot main house, displays a statement-making mixture of limestone, stucco, and cedar posting. It features four bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and is a study in rustic elegance. The detached two-car garage has two apartments above. In addition, there is a two-bedroom, two-bath house built in the same style as the main house that encompasses 1,800±-square-feet and can be used for guests or staff. Twin Creeks Ranch is also outfitted with a 4,600±-square-foot, four-stall, limestone and wood horse barn that includes a veterinary room/lab, an office, a tack room, and two storage rooms. Call Howard W. Hood, Broker at 830-739-3815. Listed for $17,160,000.
$15,950,000
T&C RANCH
5,698± ACRES / EDWARDS & KINNEY COUNTIES
The 5,698±-acre T&C Ranch, located in Edwards and Kinney counties, provides complete privacy in a ruggedly beautiful setting. Neighbored by large ranches and nestled between Rocksprings, Brackettville, and Barksdale, TX, the ranch is a secluded oasis. The ranch’s terrain encompasses bottomlands, bluffs, and Indian Mountain, the area’s highest peak. Most ranch roads are improved and cedar has been strategically removed. Several oak varieties, elm, sycamore, and other native tree species as well as native grasses, forbs, and brush comprise the vegetation. Most of the ranch is high-fenced, but a few sections have been lowfenced to maintain Boone & Crockett Club eligibility. Native whitetail deer and Rio Grande turkey, as well as free-ranging exotics including elk, aoudad, red stag, addax antelope and axis, fallow, and sika deer are spotted regularly. Recently, T&C Ranch has been managed solely for wildlife. Nine water wells (one solar and eight electric) and several stock ponds are scattered throughout. During wet years, Sycamore Creek and Little Sycamore Creek run well. The nine-bed, four-bath lodge featuring a stone fireplace, commercial kitchen, and custom mesquite furniture, can accommodate large groups. It boasts several outdoor gathering spaces, including the thatch-roof African Palapa. The 8,500±-square-foot saloon’s focal point is an antique-style bar reminiscent of the Old West. In addition, the saloon boasts a bandstand, custom mesquite furniture, and a commercial kitchen. The nearby trophy room accommodates life-size game mounts. The four-bed, four-bath main house with a sleeping loft features multi-level decks. T&C Ranch also provides three cabins and an RV park complete with five full hook-ups. The ranch infrastructure, which includes barns, coolers, equipment and more, ensures the ranch is functional. The T&C Ranch has a approximately 4,000x75-foot paved runway, a grass landing strip and a lighted, concrete helipad. Call Howard W. Hood, Broker at 830-739-3815. Listed for $15,950,000.
HORSE CANYON RANCH
27,740± ACRES / CULBERSON COUNTY
Within its 27,740± acres, the Horse Canyon Ranch in Culberson County showcases the diverse, rugged beauty of far West Texas. Historically, used as a working ranch, the low-fenced property is a recreational paradise that can be accessed from both I-10 and Hwy 90. The Lobo-Garren Ranch Road, a well-maintained county road, transects the property linking both major thoroughfares and good dirt ranch roads crisscross the ranch. While the Horse Canyon Ranch has plenty of the wide-open spaces that define the region, it is only 20 minutes from Van Horn, the county seat, and just over an hour to Marfa, one of Texas’ most beloved destinations. The ranch is nestled between the Jeff Davis Mountains and the Wiley Mountains. With its expansive views and desert climate, it is reminiscent of Arizona. Because the landscape includes both desert rangelands and craggy, but accessible mountains, the ranch is home to pronghorn antelope, blue quail and some Gambel’s quail as well as mule deer, aoudad sheep, free-ranging elk and the occasional mountain lion or black bear. For the past couple of years, the ranch has implemented a protein feeding program using approximately 22 feeders scattered across the property. Working with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the ranch team participates in aerial wildlife surveys. Historically, used as a working ranch, the property has been rested from cattle grazing for the past few years. Horse Canyon Ranch is a recreational paradise with agricultural infrastructure including three sets of working pens. The ranch is divided into nine main pastures and three traps. The cattle operation could be easily reinstated as an additional income stream and range management tool. In good years, the carrying capacity is 300 to 350 head of mother cows. In arid areas, water is crucial. The ranch has five working wells, with a mixture of electric submersible and solar pumps, and two non-functional wells. Water distribution to meet the needs of wildlife and livestock has been an on-going effort. The ranch is home to an extensive network of piping, water troughs, storage tanks and wildlife guzzlers. The main headquarters includes a three-bedroom/two-bathroom ranch house with a full kitchen, living room and central heat and air, a barn, a storage barn and a tack room as well as one of the three sets of working pens. Horse Canyon Ranch offers a lifestyle as big as the West Texas sky. Here you can get away from it all and rediscover the peace that comes from elbow room and the grandeur of nature. To experience the diverse, accessible beauty of Horse Canyon Ranch for yourself, call Howard W. Hood, Broker at 830-739-3815. Listed for $825/acre.
$825/ACRE
$3,250,000
LOS HERMANOS RANCH
Located in Jim Hogg County, the 422± acre Los Hermanos Ranch is paradise for wildlife enthusiasts. Inside its high fences, high-quality ranch roads and a system of viewing senderos make wildlife watching easy. White-tailed deer with improved genetics, quail and dove live alongside Axis deer, Scimitarhorned oryx, Fallow deer, aoudad, and blackbuck antelope. Other native species include javelinas, feral hogs, coyotes, and a myriad of others. The ranch contains two water wells, a windmill and a small stock pond. The architectural awardwinning 6,000± square-foot, 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath hacienda, constructed in an upscale style reminiscent of Mexico, is built around a central courtyard and features a watch tower outfitted for entertaining. The courtyard, anchored by a central fountain, includes four sitting areas, a 20x20-foot dining area, a builtin grill, large fireplace and large sink. Inside the home, large windows and soaring ceilings create a sense of light and air.
The formal dining room features a table that can seat up to 12 and custom woodwork. The well-equipped kitchen combines the modern efficiency of top-quality appliances with the solidity of stone countertops and custom cabinets. The opulent master features a large walk-in closet and an en-suite, spa-style bath with a walk-around shower, overlooks the nearby pool and opens into the courtyard. The other bedrooms with baths are situated around the courtyard. Two additional residences are near. The main compound includes a high-capacity laundry, a large equipment barn, an equipment shed, a garage, an expansive workshop, livestock working pens, a walk-in cooler and game processing area, a grass landing strip, a 5-acre soft release pen, a sporting clay course and a rifle range. Most of the ranch equipment and most of the furnishings including art will convey with the sale. Call Conner W. Hood, Broker Associat at 830-928-2317. Listed for $3,250,000.
422± ACRES / JIM HOGG COUNTY
$4,500,000
THE JOHNSON RANCH
100± ACRES / GILLESPIE COUNTY
The Johnson Ranch, encompassing 100.26 acres in Gillespie County, offers the highly desirable and very rare combination of elbow room and privacy just minutes from the heart of Fredericksburg, TX and its sought-after amenities. Situated at 1085 Hollmig Lane, the ranch is just about two minutes from the high school and junior high and five minutes from the local HEB supermarket. It sits equidistant from Hwy 16 and Hwy 87. The land, once home to a peach orchard, rolls gently. The front onethird was cleared and cultivated but has returned to open grassland. The remainder is native Hill Country habitat featuring post oaks, live oaks and Spanish oaks as well elms, mesquite and cedar. Native game including white-tailed deer, wild turkeys and dove come-and-go from the low-fenced ranch as do free-ranging exotics such as axis deer. For those wanting to become part of the wine industry that has earned Fredericksburg the nickname Napa 2.0, the soil at Johnson Ranch is deeper and richer than many Hill Country properties. A winery could take root here or the property could remain an enviable family estate or perhaps become a commercial hospitality venue. Its potential is only limited by the new owners imagination. The three-bedroom/two-bath house encompasses about 1,700 square feet. The existing house could provide a comfortable interim living space for anyone wanting to build their home on their dream property. Then it could serve as a guest house or perhaps an Air Bnb or rental. The ranch has two water wells. One is active. With its ideal location, unsurpassed privacy and abundant elbow room, Johnson Ranch is home to endless possibilities and opportunities that beyond the imagination. To experience Johnson Ranch for yourself, call Jeffrey C. Hood, Broker Associate at 830-431-1177 or Conner W. Hood, Broker Associate at 830-928-2317. Listed for $4,500,000.
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$10,640,000
SHEPHERD HILL RANCH
734± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / GILLESPIE COUNTY
Shepherd Hill Ranch is a true legacy ranch located less than two miles to Main Street Fredericksburg, TX. This is your last opportunity to acquire a ranch of this size, this close to town. Two beautiful houses, insulated metal shop, barns and “green” infrastructure make this ranch turnkey. The old German Block home was originally built in the early 1900s. It has been re-done with modern day conveniences and is truly a piece of living history. The newer three-bed, two-bath was built in 2014.
These 734 acres are well watered with three water wells. One well services the houses, the second services the livestock corrals, and
the third is on the west side of the ranch servicing an old hunters camp. Well production is 15gpm and 20gpm respectively. There is a small pond of the north side of the hills that catches runoff and holds water the majority of the year. A healthy population of whitetail deer, Rio Grande turkey, bobwhite quail, morning and white wing dove, and much more call the ranch home. Axis deer and wild hogs frequent the property as well. This has to be one of the few ranches in the county with wild Bobwhite quail!
Start 2025 off right with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire a beautiful piece of Texas that will leave a legacy for years to come.
This awesome 100-acre estate offers end-of-the-road privacy and the beauty of the Texas Hill Country. The one-of-a-kind, three-bed, two-and-half-bath home features a 28-foot vaulted ceiling in the family room with rock fireplace, a master bedroom with adjoining study downstairs, a spacious kitchen with Jenn Aire gas stove and ample storage space, and an adjoining carport and casita. The casita has two bedrooms, one bath, a fully-equipped kitchen, and living area. Additional features include a 34x40-foot metal barn with concrete slab flooring, a covered BBQ pavilion area, an electric gate, and pipe fencing. The outdoor area has been beautifully landscaped. The houses are serviced by one water well and the ranch has one stock tank. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, turkeys, hogs, birds, occasional exotics, and predators like bobcats, coyotes, and the rare mountain lion. The ranch is currently ag-exempt. Terrain is level to hilly with oaks, cedar, hardwoods, and native grasses. Located just 45 minutes from San Antonio, you are never far from modern amenities! Boerne, Fredericksburg, Kerrville, Lukenbach, and Blanco are within easy driving distances. All the work has already been done, call for your tour of this exceptional ranch!
An amazing live-water property on the Medina River in Pipe Creek, TX. This 10.76-acre property has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a two-car garage. Property is fenced with an electric gate. Owners have made many improvements to the home, and it is move-in ready. A great residential, recreational, or investment property is awaiting the lucky buyer. A manicured front yard slopes down to the river with 440± feet river frontage for all your water activities. Beautiful oak trees are abundant. A short drive to San Antonio and all the iconic Hill Country haunts such as Bandera, Boerne, Fredericksburg, Kerrville, New Braunfels, etc. Call for your private showing, this is a one-of-a-kind place.
$383,800
ROSE’S RIVER RANCH
6± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / BLANCO COUNTY
Beautiful 6.57 acres of Hill Country happiness located only 8 miles from Blanco, TX down FM 32 to Narrows Road. Ride or stroll down the road, across the creek and fields to the spring fed Little Blanco River. Three dams make swimming and hanging out easy when the water levels are high. Up toward the front there is an old well, and PEC has been established in the past too. A little cabin would make it complete. Currently enjoys ag exempt status, growing/selling hay. Does wonders for your taxes. Plenty of good memories are waiting to be made at Roses River Ranch.
$695,000 SUNDOWN RANCH
26± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / BLANCO COUNTY
Nestled amidst the exclusivity of Sundown Ranch, this 26.99-acre retreat is veiled behind dual gated entrances, offering unparalleled seclusion and security. Embraced by sensible restrictions, this expansive haven promises unobstructed panoramic views that will leave you breathless. A charming small runoff tank, resembling a tranquil pond, adds a touch of natural allure to the landscape. This property beckons to the discerning individual seeking a truly exceptional ownership experience. The owner has graciously offered to do tours, available every-other weekend.
$550,000 WHITE RABBIT
8± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / HAYS COUNTY
Nestled between the charming towns of Blanco and Wimberley, this 8.136-acre parcel of land boasts a stunning natural landscape with towering elms and oaks. A seasonal creek meanders through the land. From various vantage points on the property, one can enjoy distant views of the surrounding countryside. A standout feature of this property—it is approximately 99 percent cedar-free, multiple building sites scattered throughout the land, offering the opportunity to customize a dream home or retreat. The property is perimeter and cross-fenced. Whether you envision a peaceful countryside estate, a private sanctuary surrounded by nature, or a charming rural getaway.
$749,500 STUBBS ROAD
10± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / BLANCO COUNTY
Welcome to your retreat just outside Johnson City. This three-bedroom, two-bath home is nestled on 10.35 acres, offering the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern convenience. Inside, discover the warmth of vaulted ceilings and an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area. The wrap-around porch invites you to enjoy the beauty of nature right from your doorstep, shaded by oaks and a fruit trees. An additional building has multi-use potential. The land is a mix of level to rolling terrain, with a dramatic slope leading to the back property line. Outbuildings include a double carport, an additional barn/carport, and fully fenced and cross-fenced acreage.
$729,000 RETREAT TO WIMBERLEY
10± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / HAYS COUNTY
Tucked between Blanco and Wimberley lies this secluded 10-acre property, offering an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The property boasts the rustic elegance of a native stone home with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The heart of the home is the spacious living area, adorned with a traditional fireplace. Outside is a lovely limestone patio shaded by majestic oak trees and a separate workshop/ studio. Come experience the peace and tranquility of country living for yourself-you won’t be disappointed.
$1,245,000 KATZENPLATZ
15± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / BLANCO COUNTY
Welcome to this stunning 15-acre property located just south of Blanco, TX. The main home on this property has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and offers a cozy, inviting atmosphere. The one-bed, two-bath guest house offers plenty of room for additional guests. The land is entirely fenced and cross-fenced. Solar gates provide convenient access and there are several outbuildings. This 15-acre, ag-exempt property is exceptionally priced.
$1,450,000
HILL TOP RANCH PROPERTY
This idyllic retreat is located outside San Marcos city limits, spans 20 acres, and boasts an agricultural exemption. The land is not only suitable for hay production and generating income, but also ideal for horses and school show animals. The property is well-equipped to support livestock, featuring a barn that is outfitted with electricity, water, and a water heater. There is also a hay barn in place, ensuring ample storage for feed. For those who love to entertain, the party pavilion is a delightful addition, accompanied by an additional twocar carport adjoining the two-car garage. The single-family residence is a cozy yet spacious home, covering 1,924-square-feet. It offers three bedrooms, two baths, and an office, along with an open floor plan that includes an eat-in kitchen and a combined living/dining
area with wood-burning fireplace. The indoor utility room provides convenience, while ample storage ensures everything has its place. The covered back patio is perfect for relaxing, offering beautiful sunset views and a refreshing breeze. The property is gated, fenced, and cross-fenced, ensuring security and functionality. It includes a septic system and benefits from crystal clear water with two meters. Located within the Navaroo Independent School District (ISD), the property offers quick access to major highways such as IH 35 and Toll I30, making commuting and travel easy. Hill Top Ranch is a unique blend of rural charm and modern convenience; perfect for those seeking a serene lifestyle with the amenities and accessibility of nearby San Marcos.
RELIANCE RANCH REALTY
Yvonne H offmann
830-626-8900
yvonnehoffmann@realtor.com
20± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS / GUADALUPE COUNTY
OF LAND BROKERS
$10,815,405 MILBURN RANCH
Nestled just 5 miles north of the rapidly developing town of Cresson, TX, lies the stunning Milburn Ranch. This expansive 460-acre property embodies the perfect blend of natural beauty, strategic location, vast potential, making it an attractive opportunity for commercial investment. Approximately half a mile of highway frontage (Monroe Highway), offers great visibility. The ranch’s diverse landscape, featuring open pastures, wooded brush areas, the serene Rucker Creek, and several well-maintained tanks, provides a versatile canvas for a variety of commercial ventures. Remarkably, the Milburn Ranch has been in the same family for nearly a century, adding a rich historical significance and a legacy of land stewardship that has always remained paramount. Visit www.milburn-ranch.com or contact Sheldon Wellborn, 254-974-2082.
$6,790,000
THE FLYING C RANCH
300± ACRES / TEXAS METROPLEX / DENTON COUNTY
While property development north of DFW continues to press westward, the ability to obtain a 300-acre rural tract of this quality is rare. Existing 3,951 feet of road frontage, per MLS, combined with highly desirable topographical features make this truly a multi-faceted development opportunity. The buyer has the option to continue their own AG exempt livestock operation if the decision is taken to delay development. The improvements are cattle operation focused with prime building elevations yet untouched! Located in the rolling Prairie region of North Texas between Decatur and Gainesville, TX, on FM 51. The property has road frontage on two sides. The property is in the heart of the Decatur/ Gainesville corridor. The Flying C Ranch reveals the immense beauty and attraction offered by the Denton and Wise County countryside. The proximity to DFW enables convenient routes to all the major DFW metroplex outlets. An hour from DFW airport, 30 minutes from Oklahoma. Extraordinary opportunity with multifaceted development possibilities. Visit www.theflyingc-ranch.com or contact Toxie Beavers, 940-736-0993.
CYNTHIA INMAN
817-366-3850
cynthia@ranchconnection.com
460± ACRES / TEXAS METROPLEX / HOOD COUNTY
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OUTDOORSMAN PARADISE Anson, TX – Jones County
Take in the stunning views of Texas farm country from your back porch at this 320-acre income-producing estate. A turn-key eightstall horse barn, two arenas and a covered processing facility are just some of the outbuildings and amenities that will delight any horse or cattleman. $1,550,000 | 320 Acres | #42250-27781
CATTLE & HUNTING RANCH Jacksboro, TX – Jack County
Where natural beauty and legacy run wild, the expansive Carpenter Ranch is primed for a thriving livestock operation, as well as waterfowl hunting and fishing. Boasting 12 ponds, multiple barns, hardwoods and fenced pastures, this property is an agricultural and recreational dream come true. $7,584,500 | 985 Acres | #42288-11015
TEXAS BEST—LIVE WATER!
96± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / BANDERA COUNTY Vanderpool/Lost Maples area, nice house overlooking creek. Barn, horse stalls—enjoy touch the sky views!
OUTDOORSMAN PARADISE—TURNKEY READY TO GO
691± ACRES / NORTHWEST TEXAS / HARDEMAN COUNTY
Mins. to Quanah, TX. Game-fenced, paved access, 3 bed, 2 bath home, big garage, 2 cabins, covered entertaining area, 40x60-foot barn, 100-year-old rock house, 2 wells, 200-inch class whitetails. Priced to sell!
NEW BRAUNFELS—GIANT SPRINGS
178± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS / COMAL COUNTY
Both sides of the creek! House, garage, big office, development or commercial potential.
DEVIL’S RIVER—INDIAN HEAD
6,600± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / VAL VERDE COUNTY
No conservation easements! 4 wells, hilltop cabin, rock house, manager’s house.
HISTORIC BRAZOS RIVER—RARE OPPORTUNITY!
763± ACRES / TEXAS METROPLEX / PALO PINTO COUNTY
Approx. 1.8 miles of the Brazos River. Well, electric, both sides of the creek, springs, rare find!
LAKE AMISTAD—DEL RIO
3,300± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / VAL VERDE COUNTY
Minutes from Del Rio, Lake Amistad no conservation easement!
TEXAS BEST WATERFRONT—NORTH PADRE ISLAND
FINGERTIP / SOUTH TEXAS / NUECES COUNTY
Offers privacy, 3 bed, 3 bath home; garage, pool, party pavilion, a one-of-a-kind boat dock, a covered 30-foot slip, deck, and two additional slips. Trades considered, ranch or LBJ lake house or lot.
LIVE SPRINGS— BURNET, LAMPASAS
155± ACRES / TEAS HILL COUNTRY / BURNET COUNTY Springs, house, barns, well, great all-around variety!
GUADALUPE RIVER—RARE FIND!
8± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS / COMAL COUNTY
Min to Spring Branch, TX 30 min. to SA Airport, giant Cypress trees, well, and electric.
535± ACRE T-ANCHOR RANCH
TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / BANDERA COUNTY / MEDINA
Don’t miss this 535±-acre, live-water paradise, located just four miles northwest of Medina, TX. T-Anchor Ranch features over a mile-and-a-half of Medina River frontage, half-a-mile of Wallace Creek, and gently rolling terrain. Highlights include a 9,200±-square-foot main home, swimming pool, horse barn with living area, cabin, bunk room with commercial kitchen, implement barn, riding arena, and cattle pens. Abundant wildlife includes whitetail deer, axis deer, black buck antelope, and turkey.
915±
ACRE FRIO RIVER RANCH
SOUTH TEXAS / FRIO COUNTY / PEARSALL
With abundant wildlife, excellent hunting opportunities, and over one mile of Frio River frontage, this property is an outdoorsman’s paradise! Improvements include an excellent road system and two water wells. The ranch offers both native brush and giant hardwoods along the banks of the Frio River. The fencing is in good shape and the pasture has been enhanced with seven brush strips adding forage for both wildlif e and livestock.
600± ACRE CHEROKEE RANCH
NORTHEAST TEXAS / CHEROKEE COUNTY
This 600-acre ranch, located in the Piney Woods of East Texas, contains a nice balance of high ground and low ground, contributing to a great diversity of topography, flora, fauna, and the potential for improvement. The property offers a unique blend of natural beauty and practical usability, making it a prime candidate for various outdoor activities and land enhancement projects.
482± ACRE CYPRESS RIVER RANCH
TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / KENDALL COUNTY / BOERNE
This ranch consists of 482 acres with over 2,000-feet of Guadalupe River Frontage. The property’s landscape gently rolls from highway frontage down to the river, consisting of majestic oak trees and numerous other hardwood species. The cypress trees on the river complete the properties flora appearance. The headquarters consists of two houses and three barns, surrounded by trophy oak trees. The property overlooks a newly constructed, two-acre lake; is high fenced on three sides, and features an abundance of native and exotic animals.
451± ACRE SHS RANCH
NORTHEAST TEXAS / CHEROKEE COUNTY / JACKSONVILLE
The SHS Ranch totals 451 acres comprised of highly improved pasture and prime East Texas ranchland, located 10 minutes from downtown Jacksonville, TX. Tall trees line Caney Creek on the north and the hilltops to the south lead to the shores of the newly-constructed, 30±-acre body of water. A stacked rock entry and immaculate pastures give views of the rolling hills encompassing the property.
461± ACRE M&M RANCH
TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / EDWARDS COUNTY / ROCKSPRINGS
Twenty minutes south of Rocksprings lies the turnkey, 461-acre, high-fenced M&M Wildlife Ranch. The centerpiece of the property is the ranch headquarters, consisting of custom, on-site hewn ponderosa pine logs. With soaring ceilings, wraparound porches, and outdoor kitchen, guests can take in the expansive, 15-mile views from the hilltop home. Multiple 160–170-inch whitetail and trophy blackbuck frequent the ranch.
74± ACRE OCR RANCH
TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / HAYS COUNTY / DRIPPING SPRINGS
The OCR Ranch is located approximately 15 minutes from Dripping Springs, 30 minutes from Austin, and one hour from San Antonio. It boasts 3,600±-feet of limestone bottom in Onion Creek, along with a beautiful lake setting, rock bluff background, and a drive-over dam. Nice hill tops and bluffs offer expansive views of Onion Creek and the Texas Hill Country. The ranch includes favorable roads that allow for easy access throughout the property.
CINCO K RIVER RANCH
25± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / MASON COUNTY
The Cinco K River Ranch is approximately 25.8 acres and located in a highly desirable location on the north side of the Llano River. The ranch address is 8861 Lower Willow Creek Road, and includes frontage on both sides of the road. It is about 1.5 miles east of Hwy 87, 10.5± miles south of Mason, 30± miles north of Fredericksburg, and a 10-mile river trip to Castell. This ranch has a little bit of everything to offer: gorgeous Llano River frontage, large rock outcroppings on the lower half, and tremendous views of the entire river valley with its 80-foot rise in elevation change. The majority of the scrub brush on the north side
has been cleared to expose the mesquite trees and allow for fencing. A new water well was drilled down by the river and electricity has been extended to the well with a water line up to the north property line. There is a small garage for storage and bath house, along with a RV hookup site. This ranch is bordered by a large ranch to the west and also has a restriction in place, not allowing it to be divided any smaller than the current 25 acres, allowing for plenty of deer and other native species to remain in the area. This ranch is agricultural exempt, and the taxes are approximately $280 per year.
Jobe Ranch is located at the southeast corner of IH-10 east and FM 794 south between San Antonio and Houston. This 156-acre ranch is located in Gonzales ISD, approximately one and a half miles south of Harwood, TX. The property has great investment potential, given its ample amount of frontage, which is approximately 5,000-feet on IH-10 and over 3,000-feet on FM 794. Jobe Ranch has been in the same family since the 1800s and is being offered for sale for the first time since then. It boasts great views, with over 70-feet of elevation change, and a mix of trees including post oak and mesquite. There are also established coastal fields, three small ponds, several creek drainages, and a wildlife exemption in place. There is a county water line that runs along the frontage on FM 794. There are two easements to the seller’s knowledge: a Flint Hills resource pipeline and a Bluebonnet Electric transmission line. Seller is to retain any and all owned minerals unless negotiated separately from the land sale.
1286 NORTH MAIN
31± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / KENDALL COUNTY
One of the largest contiguous, commercial land tracts is available in Boerne, TX with almost 1,700 feet of frontage on Main Street. This property also adjoins the crystal-clear Cibolo Creek with almost 1,000-feet of frontage on the high bank side, providing great views with little flood plain. Boerne consistently ranks as one of the top destinations in the country for residential and commercial growth, along with several other categories including schools and its Main Street shopping corridor. There are also approximately 400 apartment units proposed on the adjoining land tract. The property provides city utilities including sewer, water, and gas to the site. It is located within Kendall county, but not within the city limits or CCN and no current zoning. Currently part of the FSA (farm service agency), the property also has an ag exemption and taxes are approximately $400 per year. Call broker for pricing.
SOLD CATAROSA RANCH
1,152± ACRES / SOUTH TEXAS / DIMMIT COUNTY
The Catarosa Ranch is approximately 1,152 acres of high-fenced, prime hunting land located in the heart of the famed Golden Triangle in Dimmit County, TX. Formerly known as the Whataburger Ranch, it boasts a diverse landscape of native brush and is noted for its rich collection of Native American artifacts. The property features a stunning, 7,000±-square-foot lodge perched on the highest point of the ranch, offering scenic views of a nearby lake and a 20-acre pivot/food plot. The home, boasting six bedrooms and six-and-ahalf baths, is outfitted with Wolf commercial kitchen equipment and most necessary furnishings, all of which will convey. It includes a walk-in cooler with a rail system and a large back porch with a fire pit to relax by in the evenings. There is a second home on the property, totaling 2,600±-square-feet with three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths. This home features an upstairs playroom and a downstairs classroom, with an outdoor cabana, cooking area, and a saltwater pool. The Catarosa Ranch is home to a variety of native South Texas game species, including whitetail deer and blackbuck antelope. The ranch also supports a healthy population of quail, with both blue quail and bobwhites present. The property features a deer barn with eight handling rooms and pens, which previously housed up to 300 deer, although it is not currently in active use. Most pens are half an acre in size. Additionally, there are five feed stations providing protein and
cottonseed to sustain the wildlife. The Catarosa Ranch features a variety of well-maintained improvements, beginning with a well-built road from the front gate leading to the main compound. The compound includes two homes, both with irrigated lawns; a 3,200-square-foot shop/ horse barn, extensive deer barn facilities, and a skeet shooting range located between the two homes. The horse barn includes a two-story apartment with three bedrooms and two baths, along with large pens on the backside. The deer barn is equipped with air conditioning, an apartment, office, restroom, shower, eight handling rooms. Additionally, there are three feed bins, the largest being 18 tons; and a 20-acre, four-stand, pivot irrigation system. The Catarosa Ranch is situated at 1983 FM 2688 in Catarina, TX, with approximately two miles of paved frontage along Hwy 2688, near the intersection of Hwy 83. The ranch is conveniently located 20 minutes from Carrizo Springs and an hour and 45 minutes from San Antonio. The ranch is well-supplied with water, featuring a 600 GPM Carrizo well, equipped with a 125-horsepower submersible pump and three-phase electricity. Additional water infrastructure includes two 20,000-gallon storage tanks at the house, a 20-acre, four-stand pivot irrigation system; and four surface tanks, all connected by water lines. The ranch is being offered as a surface only sale. There is only one pad site along the highway, which is fenced out, ensuring no oilfield traffic on the property.
2,465± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS / UVALDE COUNTY
The Big Mountain Ranch is a 2,465±-acre property surrounding the northeast side of Uvalde, TX; adjoining the city limits with frontage on Hwy 90, FM 2369, and Hwy 83. It also offers over four miles of rail frontage. The ranch is currently being operated as an income-producing irrigated farm and hunting operation, with an ASR forbearance program as well. A cell phone tower—accessed by a easement—located at the top of Big Mountain also generates income. This ranch allows several different opportunities and options for the prospective buyer. It offers great potential for material sales, conservation easements, solar power, residential and commercial development, and water sales. There are four permitted Edwards Aquifer irrigation wells on the ranch along with a few other domestic wells; gpm ranging from 790 to 1,500. These allow for an annual groundwater withdrawal amount of 1,691 acre-feet; 795 acrefeet of which are unrestricted and 895 are base irrigation groundwater. This water is currently pumped to six pivots irrigating approximately 650 acres. There is another pivot on the ranch that is currently not being used. The Leona River and Taylor Slough run through the ranch, holding pockets of water during normal rainfall along with a handful of tanks. The remainder of the ranch is dry cropland, native pasture, and brush. Four of the pivots belong to the ranch and the other three would need to be negotiated with the sale. The ranch is partially high fenced around the perimeter and also has some interior high fencing. Big Mountain itself is totally high fenced, consisting of approximately 600 acres which would make for a nice exotic pasture. The wildlife on the ranch is all native to the area including deer, turkey, quail, aoudad, and hogs. There are no minerals to convey with the sale and no current mineral leases. The only current structural improvements on the ranch are a few equipment sheds.
Robert Dullnig
Broker Associate // 210-213-9700
3,290±
HIDDEN VALLEY RANCH
6606 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78209
Hidden Valley Ranch highlights the most amazing live water like Bushwhack Creek, multiple hidden springs, flowing water to 12 lakes, waterfalls, and native rock edging and bridges. Grand oaks are scattered across rolling terrain that incorporates several homes. https://vimeo.com/1037896476
RANCHO DOS VIDAS
This is an excellent recreational ranch for hunting and fishing. It includes two large lakes, ten tanks, and twelve water wells. Ample water makes this a sportsman’s paradise for whitetail deer, dove, Bobwhite, quail, turkey, seasonal waterfowl, and bass fishing. https://vimeo.com/1045431563
3,756± ACRES / SOUTH TEXAS / FRIO COUNTY / PEARSALL
ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / KERR COUNTY / KERRVILLE
EL INDIO CAGE RANCH
15,963± ACRES / SOUTH TEXAS
MAVERICK COUNTY / CARRIZO SPRINGS
This sweeping, heritage cattle and hunting ranch has been owned and operated by the same family since 1939. https://vimeo.com/1054217195
NORTH CAGE RANCH
8,126± ACRES / SOUTH TEXAS
MAVERICK COUNTY / EL INDIO
Low-fenced and cross-fenced, this land is located in the heart of “Big Deer Country.” It offers large lakes and tanks that attract premier whitetail deer, turkey, quail, dove, javelina, and others.
SOUTH CAGE RANCH
7,836± ACRES / SOUTH TEXAS / MAVERICK CO.
Known as a habitat for “monster bucks,” this ranch offers lakes, tanks, and a stretch of canal. Ample water provides for impressive wildlife, bass fishing, waterfowl, and cattle ranching.
HABY LAKE RANCH
7,054± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS KINNEY COUNTY / BRACKETTVILLE
This transition zone beauty has large oak trees, desirable brush, and the water highlights of a 20-acre lake and six substantial ponds. https://vimeo.com/983164239
Robert Dullnig
Broker Associate // 210-213-9700
LAKE CREEK RANCH
4,000± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS
UVALDE COUNTY / MONTELL
Located in the stunning Nueces River Valley, this alluring ranch includes a 15±-acre lake, grand trees, views, and supreme privacy. https://vimeo.com/906458229
SABINAL RANCH
571± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS
UVALDE COUNTY / SABINAL
This dove hunter’s paradise offers planted fields, low-fencing/cross-fencing, and minimal improvements for you to customize this ranch to your liking. https://vimeo.com/1028991294
TWIN LAKES RANCH
823± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS
MEDINA COUNTY / HONDO
The extraordinary improvements on Twin Lakes Ranch overlook the most unique water features which include 50±-acre and 26±-acre lakes. https://vimeo.com/772624951
EATWELL RIVER FARM
797± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS GONZALES COUNTY / GONZALES
Amazing water is highlighted on this property, including three ponds, six water wells, and the Guadalupe River. Its natural beauty surrounds a main home headquarters and fertile pastures. https://vimeo.com/913480317
6606 N. New Braunfels
San Antonio, TX 78209
RIVER OAK RANCH
1,560± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY BLANCO COUNTY / CYPRESS MILL
Inspiring Pedernales River frontage offers year-round enjoyment while the stunning main home offers privacy, luxury, and sweeping views. https://vimeo.com/884949801
SAN SABA RIVER RANCH
5,067± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS MCCULLOCH COUNTY / BRADY
This high caliber ranch offers yearround live water, privacy, panoramic views, and excellent ranching infrastructure; proudly owned since 1898. https://vimeo.com/1004616467
GUADALUPE RIVER RANCH
797± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS DEWITT COUNTY / CUERO
This generational ranch includes river frontage and impressive acreage with grand trees, plus native brush to support impressive wildlife. https://vimeo.com/1011095278
TRESCIENTOS RANCH
300± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY GILLESPIE COUNTY / HARPER Trescientos Ranch features permanent spring-fed water and a central Hill Country location, perfect for a permanent or weekend retreat. https://vimeo.com/993542827
Cypress Valley River Ranch
166± acres • Texas Hill Country • Kerr County
Nestled along the North Prong Guadalupe River, Cypress Valley River Ranch offers 166.26 acres of natural beauty with 2,291 feet of river frontage. Just one-and-a-half hours from San Antonio and 12 miles from Kerrville, this ranch boasts direct access off FM 1340 and is a mile from historic Hunt, TX. With abundant wildlife, three cleared home sites with Hill Country views, and short-term rental potential, Cypress Valley River Ranch is a rare gem for family escapes.
Comfort
Oaks
Ranch
150± acres • Texas Hill Country • Kendall County
Comfort Oaks Ranch in Comfort, TX spans 150 acres and offers stunning 360-degree views, a three-acre buildable space, and a 90acre valley, perfect for a family retreat or permanent residence. Conveniently located just five minutes from Comfort, 20 minutes from Boerne, and 45 minutes from the San Antonio Airport, the ranch features power at the road, a 615-foot-deep Trinity well, and the headwaters of Holiday Creek. With abundant wildlife—including axis deer, whitetail deer, turkey, and hogs—and large neighboring properties ensuring privacy, Comfort Oaks Ranch is an ideal setting for embracing the serene beauty of the Texas Hill Country.
Indian Springs Ranch
654± acres • Texas Hill Country • Real County
Indian Springs Ranch is a premier, 654.628-acre property in the Texas Hill Country, boasting abundant live water, diverse wildlife, and exceptional topography. The ranch features over 10 natural springs, a variety of exotics, enhanced whitetail genetics, and immediate improvements like a cozy cabin and barndominium. With its combination of natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and convenient location, Indian Springs Ranch is the ultimate private retreat.
Rolling
Lakes
Ranch
262± acres • Northwest Texas • Brown County
This 262-acre, high-fenced property located just south of Cross Plains, TX, offers turnkey convenience with equipment, blinds, feeders, and a 1,700-square-foot home included. Featuring nine lakes/ponds, abundant exotic and native wildlife, and a six-acre Deer Management Program pen, the ranch is perfect for hunting, recreation, and ranching. Surrounded by large neighboring ranches, this serene retreat combines modern amenities with the rugged beauty of Texas.
San Gabriel River Ranch
100± Acres • Texas Hill Country • Burnet Co.
This legacy in Burnet County, TX offers 100± acres of pristine Hill Country land, 1,000 feet of riverfront, and a lifestyle embracing nature and family. The ranch is perfect for development or a private retreat for you and your family.
Clearwater Ranches
5-20± acres • Texas Hill Country • Kendall Co.
Welcome to Clearwater Ranches, the pinnacle of Texas Hill Country living. This new community outside of Comfort, TX offers a serene environment along the Guadalupe River with abundant wildlife like axis deer, whitetail, and turkey. Just 40 minutes from downtown San Antonio and 20 minutes from Boerne, it combines natural beauty with convenient access to modern amenities, festivals, and top-notch schools.
Exotic Oaks Ranch
200± acres • Texas Hill Country • Kimble Co.
This 200± acre game ranch in Harper, TX features a diverse range of exotic wildlife, an improved whitetail herd, and beautiful oak-studded terrain with over 40 feet of elevation change. The property includes a remodeled three-bedroom ranch house, a 3,000-square-foot shop with guest accommodations, two water wells, and ample infrastructure for both hunting and ranching. With its exceptional location, abundant wildlife, and move-in-ready improvements, the ranch is perfectly suited for hunting enthusiasts and families alike.
Guadalupe Springs
21± acres • Texas Hill Country • Kendall County Guadalupe Springs Ranch offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of Texas Hill Country paradise. Its blend of natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and modern infrastructure makes it the perfect place for a private family retreat or a rural getaway with easy access to urban conveniences. Come tour this exceptional property and discover the best of Hill Country living.
Guadalupe River Estate
18± acres • Texas Hill Country • Kerr County Unlock the gateway to riverside bliss with the unparalleled Guadalupe River Estate, nestled on 18.03 acres of prime Texas Hill Country in the coveted locale of Ingram, TX. Set against the backdrop of over 800 feet of pristine Guadalupe River frontage, this estate isn’t just a property, it’s an investment in a lifestyle of luxury and leisure. Whether you seek a private retreat, an income-generating opportunity, or a multigenerational haven, the possibilities are endless with the six habitable structures on the property.
Elm Creek Ranch
100± acres • Texas Hill Country • Kerr County Elm Creek Ranch is a 100-acre Hill Country retreat in Center Point, TX, featuring over 2,000 feet of both sides of Elm Creek, a large watering hole, and breathtaking easterly views of the Guadalupe River Valley. With a thriving Axis herd, abundant whitetail and turkey, rolling topography, hardwood groves, and existing utilities, this property is ideal for hunting, recreation, or building your dream home.
$10,000,000 SPIRES CREEK RANCH
Located a few miles west of Bandera, this live-water ranch is incredibly peaceful and in a protected setting on the banks of Rock Cliff Reservoir, Spires Creek, and the Medina River. The Headquarters is tastefully located on the cliffs of the lake with impeccable cut limestone improvements and an architecturally unique airplane hangar and runway.
$9,850,000 RANCH 2810
2,858± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / PRESIDIO COUNTY
Five miles west of Marfa, TX is this premier, luxury home designed by Carlos Jimenez with six bedrooms, seven baths, and two half-baths located just minutes into town, but with the privacy of being on your own ranch.
BREWSTER RANCH
353,494± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / BREWSTER COUNTY
Spanning over 353,494± acres, Brewster Ranch is located in true “Big Bend Country.” This ranch is divided into five ranches that can be purchased separately. Big horn sheep, elk, desert mule deer, and blue quail abound. Enjoy recreation and adventure in your own National Park!
Protecting Clients. Conserving the Land.
377± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / BANDERA COUNTY
$9,169,125
SWEETWATER SPRINGS RANCH
3,668± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / TERRELL COUNTY
Located downstream from Independence Creek fronting on the Lower Pecos River with steep wooded canyons and limestone bluffs. Sweetwater Springs on the ranch runs into a clear lake with irrigated fields, large pecan trees, and three spring runs that flow into the Pecos. Three-bed, three-bath home with a series of shops and barns and pipe pens system and spring water running through several paddocks.
$8,976,000
COSTA GRANDE RANCH
2,805± ACRES / SOUTH TEXAS / CALHOUN COUNTY
Costa Grande Ranch is located along the waterfront of the Texas Gulf Coast in Calhoun County just 3 miles west of Port O’Connor, 75 miles northeast of Corpus Christi. Costa Grande Ranch lies within the Gulf Coast Prairies and Marshes Ecoregion and is part of the Ingleside barrierstrand plain geologic system, a unique Pleistocene coastal system.
$2,246,400
MCMILLAN RANCH
7,520± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / HUDSPETH COUNTY
McMillan Ranch has been in the same family since the 1940s and is due west of the Eagle Mountains which tower over the ranch creating breathtaking views. This ranch offers an easily accessible headquarters, three water wells, and several large surface tanks. Excellent hunting and recreational ranch and a mere 1.5 hours from El Paso International Airport and one hour from Van Horn Airport. 3,840±-acre fee ownership, 3,680±-acre GLO Lease.
$3,875,000
STELLMAN RANCH
1,108± ACRES / SOUTH TEXAS / ARANSAS COUNTY
Stellman Ranch is located along the Texas Gulf Coast on the Live Oak Peninsula and Port Bay. This is a one-of-a-kind combination of a working cattle ranch and a resource-rich recreation property. The combination of these natural habitats provides for a huge diversity of wildlife alongside a continued ranching heritage.
$56,915,020
EAGLE AND CARRIZO MOUNTAIN RANCH
77,260± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / HUDSPETH COUNTY
The Eagle Mountain/Carrizo Mountain Ranches are two nearby distinct properties that are connected by an improved caliche county road and miles of a paved/concrete private easement road linking the ranches with easy access. Similar to the Davis Mountains and the Chisos Mountains of the Chihuahuan Desert, this mountain range functions as a sky island habitat, with intermountain ridge lines and valleys serving as corridors for wildlife migration.
$899,000
108 ANTLER DRIVE
142± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / JEFF DAVIS COUNTY
Located in the desirable Limpia Crossing Subdivision offering panoramic views of the Davis Mountains. Mountain side to seasonal creek, this unique property features three separate observatories, two equipped with telescopes, 2,000 square-foot barn/workshop, 2-car garage and a 2 bedroom/2.5 bath 2,300± square-foot home with five living areas. Entirely fenced. Private well and septic.
$2,210,000
ALAMITO HILLS RANCH
2,600± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / PRESIDIO COUNTY
Located 25 miles south of Marfa, TX off paved Casa Piedra Road (FM 169). Alamito Hills Ranch is wide-open rolling grass and scrubland surrounded by rugged mountain ranges which can be seen from most places on the property. This vast area lies in a narrow elevation range between 3,750 and 4,200 feet, allowing for a mix of vegetation, providing excellent habitat for game and non-game animals.
$1,425,000
HARVARD HOTEL
.1210 ACRE / WEST TEXAS / JEFF DAVIS COUNTY
Located in the heart of the Fort Davis downtown business district, the Harvard Hotel is a boutique two-story, eight-room hotel with in-house Bar and Grill that includes three dining areas and a commercial kitchen with several cook/prep areas and storage on the first floor, along with Registration desk and office, and a General Manager’s office.
$2,518,550
EAGLE PIÑON RANCH
2,963± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / HUDSPETH COUNTY
A high Chihuahuan Desert ranch has elevations ranging from 4,600 feet to 5,800 feet and is a series of canyons, peaks, and valleys, creating a rugged yet accessible terrain. The higher elevations of the Eagles are to the north at 7,400 feet. The Rio Grande valley to the south, with the Mexico mountains beyond, creates extraordinary geology and rock outcrops, one of which, Sawtooth, towers over the ranch. Sunrises and sunsets on this ranch are nothing short of stunning and you can see in the distance for 100 miles.
BALMORHEA WAREHOUSE
16± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / REEVES COUNTY
Located at Exit 209 fronting on south side of I-10 east of Balmorhea at Hwy 17 intersection. Built in 1996 and expanded in 2000. One of the largest warehouses in the region with 13 semi-truck bays, office and is divided into two large open floorplans. Contact for price.
$3,295,328
HUMMINGBIRD RANCH
568± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / JEFF DAVIS COUNTY
Hummingbird Ranch is in the heart of the Davis Mountains, straddling Limpia Canyon adjacent to the Davis Mountain Preserve. A natural high elevation wooded private escape located in the DMR subdivision provides a diverse habitat and abundance of game and non-game animals and wildlife. The ranch is named after the rich diversity of hummingbirds found here with at least 16 species documented including the Rivoli, White Eared, Rufus, Anna’s and Lucifer hummingbirds to name a few.
EGERY ISLAND
235± ACRES / SOUTH TEXAS / ARANSAS COUNTY
Egery Island and its surrounding waters are part a critical coastal ecosystem that is the beating heart of Texas’ great bays and estuaries. Pockets of coastal prairie uplands, vast intact wetlands, accessible and expansive beachfront, and a range of tidal fishery habitats create an unparalleled coastal recreation experience.
SOUTHEAST TEXAS / MONTGOMERY COUNTY
ust 15 miles from The Woodlands, this tranquil ranch boasts 24.5 acres of rolling fields, a peaceful 3-acre pond and complete privacy. Basking in these idyllic views is a stunning custom constructed, almost 9,000 square foot, one and a half story home in Texas Hill Country style equipped with state-of-the-art technology and elegant finishes. Impeccably appointed interiors bathed in rich textures and a neutral palette feature a living room, dining room, executive study, game room, media room and 5 en-suite bedrooms-all on the first level. The home overlooks a 50,000 gallon resort style pool and spa enveloped by acres of mature trees and featuring a waterfall, cove and waterslide. The expansive outdoor living area with vaulted ceilings, fireplace, summer kitchen and Italian pizza oven extends the livable square footage. A large metal barn with 3 Dutch doors is perfect for future horse stalls. A well services the Irrigation system and pond, and house if necessary. A generator ensures peace of mind. Spray foam insulation and a geothermal system support AC, heat and water heaters, creating energy efficient operations. This exquisite property is only 35 miles from downtown Houston. Contact Monica Brashear for a private tour!
Monica Brashear
24± ACRES / 24009 PACK SADDLE TRAIL / $5,500,000
GRANDSCAPE
OCR RANCH
74± ACRES / HAYS COUNTY, TX
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WOLF CREEK
331± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / GILLESPIE COUNTY
Located in a coveted section of the Texas Hill Country, the 331-acre Wolf Creek Ranch is located just 12 miles southwest of Fredericksburg, TX along Hwy 16. Water is a scarce commodity in Texas and Wolf Creek Ranch offers numerous water sources with over onehalf mile of Wolf Creek meandering through the property and a concrete dam creating the creek fed lake. Additionally, the property offers three ground water wells and water rights out of Wolf Creek. The custom built 7,500± square-foot, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bath main house is a true architectural masterpiece, built around a vintage 1800’s rock home while offering all the modern amenities. Other improvements include a 3 bedroom, 2 bath guest house, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath mobile home, 1 bedroom casita, 16,000± square-foot, 13 stall horse barn complete with office and other amenities, covered round pen, 140x300-foot arena, and equipment barns. The gently rolling land offers fertile soils, numerous cross fenced pastures and ample Oak motts to shelter wildlife. White-tailed Deer, Axis Deer, turkey and dove inhabit the ranch. Don’t miss your opportunity to own this Gillespie County gem.
$2,860,000 MORSE RANCH
300± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS / FALLS & LIMESTONE COUNTIES
The Morse Ranch in Kosse, TX spans 300 acres across two counties and offers stunning vistas in a central location only 45 minutes from Waco, TX. A cattleman’s dream, this ranch offers quality infrastructure across large pastures for your cattle operation needs. With a rotational grazing operation this ranch is cross fenced throughout and offers 10 stock ponds for ample water sources. An excellent investment this ranch is bordered by 2,000 feet of paved FM 1771 frontage and has over 4,500 feet of county road access, creating a smart investment with many subdividing options for the future.
This legacy cattle ranch is conveniently located within one hour of the Austin Metroplex and less than 45 minutes from Texas A&M. Ample water is provided by three stocked ponds and a water well with quality aquifers underneath, all providing long-term water sources for wildlife and livestock. With a large custom brick home, a large 50x80 barn with apartment, shop,and pipe working pens, this property provides turnkey, comfortable country living. With a mix of open land and deep woods, great recreational opportunities abound, from hunting to fishing.
Enjoy Central Texas million-dollar views! This is the first time a property has come available on the private Long Mountain Rd. in 30 years, and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a view of this magnitude in this very convenient location in southeast Milam County only 30 minutes to BCS. Overlooking the Little River bottom, this custom-built home with one-of-a-kind stonework sits on 34.55 wildlife exemption acres and has views that reach past 30 miles where you can see far into Milam and Robertson County and over the Brazos and Little River bottoms. Very private and secluded property enhanced with large acreage long time neighbors.
With over 8,000-square-feet, this three-bed, two-bath barndominum with attached airplane hanger offers endless possibilities. Enjoy open fields dotted with oaks–great for cattle or hay production–with a good mix of woods for recreational fun. For aviation enthusiasts, land your plane on the 1,800-foot grass runaway! This property features almost 3,800-feet of frontage on FM 979 and just under 2,000-feet of County Road Frontage. The ranch is centrally located between Calvert and Cameron, with easy access to Texas A&M, Austin, and the Temple area.
$2,400,000 MCBEE ESTATE
187± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS / MILAM COUNTY
$1,049,000 LAZRINE RIDGE
34± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS / MILAM COUNTY
$1,275,000 CISSNA RANCH
71± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS / MILAM COUNTY
TRACI PHILLIPS
512-393-9996
hillcobroker@gmail.com
$2,780,000
COPPERAS CREEK ACRES
400± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / KIMBLE COUNTY
These 400 acres offer it all! Enjoy live water via Copperas Creek along the western property line, elevation changes conducive to whitetail hunting, and nice views all on a homestead site in a low-fenced area. A quality road system is in place with a back stock of caliche from an onsite pit, which allows for the roads to be maintained without additional materials. This property is ready for you to create your own dream hunting getaway, with its several options for homesites and/or cabins. A high point in the southwestern edge of the property offers some expansive views with power nearby. There is a preexisting ATV road to the creek, offering the possibility of creating a much larger access road. The abundance of wildlife welcomes you into this beautiful Hill Country oasis, located just west of Junction, TX and just north of IH-10 off the Ft. McKavett area.
$1,855,900 HOLLAND
RANCH AT MAYNARD CREEK
This multi-generational ranch offers live water, plentiful wildlife, and pre-existing well and electricity. Enjoy picturesque views, excellent hunting with whitetail, axis, aoudad, wild turkey; and plenty of amazing homesites. The ranch has sloping-to-rolling topography with good elevation changes. Maynard Creek traverses the property on the western portion, giving this ranch an ample amount of ground water. The land is springfed and with good water, even during draughts. The property has low fencing on the west, south, and most of north boundaries, with fencing on the far east boundary required. There is a very good water well with 250-gallon storage available and power is brought onto the property with an RV hookup. The ranch retains its agriculture exemptions. It shares boundaries with Little Paint 2 Hunting Ranch to the west and south. There is an abundance of wildlife seen on the property including dove, turkey, axis, trophy whitetail, aoudad, hogs, as well as varmints typical for the area.
277± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / KIMBLE COUNTY
$2,500,000
GREEN BRIAR HORSE RANCH & HOME
104± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / BREWSTER COUNTY
This luxurious home and equine facility is located on paved county road, just nine miles south of Alpine. The ranch offers a spectacular custom, 5,300-square-foot home with a beautiful great room, a chef’s kitchen, large entertainment den, spacious dining and living area with stone-faced fireplace, and oversized three-car garage. The large master bedroom features a fireplace and a spa-like master bath. The home has a spacious guest bedroom and bathroom, as well as an additional room with potential as a gym or third bedroom. The barn and equine facilities include a 7,500-square-foot, drive-through barn with apartment, five indoor stalls, outdoor stalls, tack room, several feed and equipment rooms, breeding stall, small exercise arena, several covered feed storage stalls, and round pen. The property is scenic with an open grass pasture bordered by low hills with scattered juniper and piñon pine trees. Wildlife includes mule deer, whitetail, and occasional elk. Offered below replacement cost at $2,500,000. Seller motivated. John W. Carpenter, 432-837-3325.
$1,275/ PER ACRE
CALAMITY CREEK RANCH
9,222± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / BREWSTER COUNTY
Just 18 miles south of Alpine, TX is the opportunity to own the heartland and headquarters of Calamity Creek Ranch. This beautiful ranch was once part of the 65,000-acre historic Neville Ranch, which dated back to the 1800s. Elevations range from 4,300 to 5,000 feet, with scenic rolling and rugged mountains, canyons, piñon pines, and broad valleys. Calamity Creek is normally a live-water creek available year-round. The property offers six good wells and a water system. The land is excellent cattle country, with hunting opportunities for mule and whitetail deer, elk, aoudad, feral hog, dove, and blue quail. Firm $1,275/per acre. Richmond Frasier and John W. Carpenter, 432-837-3325.
CARPENTER REAL ESTATE / LEGACY BROKER GROUP
708 E. AVENUE E / ALPINE, TX 79830
432-837-3325 / jwcarpenter.com
This land is located south of Taylor near Samsung—but outside the ETJ—which maximizes development options while minimizing development time and cost. The land is currently used for cattle and row crop farming. Improvements include selective fencing, several stock tanks, working pens, a barn, and brick home. The land fronts CR 406 with access to CR 405. Additional acreage available. Call for price.
JIMMY FUCHS, BROKER
Hill Country, Central Texas, South Texas & East Texas 210-901-1000 • 210-413-3939 cell
info@landinvestex.com landinvestex.com
TAYLOR DEVELOPMENT LAND
163±
Winnie Country Homesite is comprised of 150 beautiful acres, tucked back off Klein Road. The one-of-a-kind, 4,486-square-foot home is the perfect location for country living or as a weekend hunting getaway. The property is located an hour from Houston, 33 minutes from Beaumont, and 30 minutes from the beach. This property has so much to offer and is a must-see!
$950,000
WINNIE COUNTRY HOMESITE
150± ACRES / SOUTHEAST TEXAS / JEFFERSON COUNTY
This ideally-suited property for development is located outside the ETJ near the Taylor Samsung plant. Frontage on two paved county roads contributes to about a half-mile of options for ingress and egress to this agriculture tax exempt property. Improvements include a brick home built on concrete piers and steel I-beams with about 3,150-square-feet under roof, a barn with about 10,000-square-feet under roof, two sheds with 3,200±-square-feet under roof, and a half-acre pond. Call for price.
TAYLOR DEVELOPMENT LAND
69± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS / WILLIAMSON COUNTY
This property offers a development opportunity on 66± acres with frontage on FM 1145 (Flax Plant Road) and Hwy 181. Access to utilities. Will divide. You’re not going to find a better deal in Kenedy. Broker owned.
$840,000 KENEDY ACRES
66± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS / KARNES COUNTY
ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS / WILLIAMSON COUNTY
$4,000,000 BEAR COVE
Welcome to Bear Cove, a unique and special 21-acre property where no expense was spared employing structural engineers and luxury craftsmen using commercial grade materials. All trim work, interior doors, and cabinets are walnut. Enter the private gated driveway across a wooden bridge with a beautiful view of the 5-acre recreational lake, perfect for jet skis, then up the hill to the 6,400-foot customcrafted 3 bedroom, 4.5 bath home. The walls and ceilings in both the main home and guest house (3,800-foot) are all hand-plastered with imported Venetian Plaster. All windows are the highest-grade
architectural Pella windows. The roof consists of concrete tiles while the home is insulated with spray foam even between floors, plus 4 energyefficient Mendota gas fireplaces. The spring-fed, 5-acre, stocked lake and two-stall boathouse will provide life-long memories. There is also a professional gym, yoga room, two-stall equestrian barn with padded flooring and, for the kids, a tree house accessed by a rope suspension bridge. This is truly an impressive and tasteful home balanced with the beauty and splendor of a charming East Texas estate in Lindale, just north of Tyler. Paradise Found! MLS# 20795550
The Hwy. 41 Ranch offers a great escape from the city. Its 145± acres feature hilltop views, fertile soil in the deep valley, paved road frontage, live oaks, and high-quality game animals. The property includes a brand new, perimeter high-fence; a new water well, and a brand new, high quality cedar cabin with water and septic. The rolling terrain provides a diverse setting while being gentle enough for family recreation. Avid hunters will enjoy the unmatched, year-round, free-range hunting opportunities for exotics and native species. This excellent recreational, ranching, or hunting property is located in southwest Kerr County, across the street from the historical Garven Store, with easy access off the intersection of 83 and 41. You won’t find a better ranch than this! Caleb Rightmer, Agent.
$2,495,000 TURTLE CREEK ESTATE
22± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / KERR COUNTY
The 22.4-acre Turtle Creek Estate is located five miles from Kerrville, TX. It boasts the gorgeous, cypress-lined Turtle Creek with a dam and small lake for fishing and swimming. The property features a new 4,700±-square-foot rock home, a 8,400±-square-foot metal building, and many more amenities. Mark Meek, Broker.
$895,000
THE RAD RANCH
53± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / KERR COUNTY
Located within the famed Y.O. Ranchlands development, The Rad Ranch features 53± acres of rolling topography and gently bottomland with plenty of trees for cover for the animals. The Rad Ranch offers world class hunting and high-quality amenities on 53.79 acres of prime Texas Hill Country. On the ranch you will find a 2,400± squarefoot home that invites you as soon as you step foot in the door. The large top of the line barn adjacent to the house comes with power and water connections as well. Caleb Rightmer, Agent.
$2,595,000
TURTLE CREEK RETREAT
Prime location, paved road access, big water, and an abundance of outdoor adventures are all offered at the Turtle Creek Retreat. Located just 10 miles from downtown Kerrville, amenities are easily accessible. The property features a 1,000-foot stretch of deep, crystal-clear, live water, with both sides of the creek owned. Marshall Burford, Broker-Assoc.
$2,500,000 ROAD CREEK RANCH
319± ACRES / SOUTH TEXAS / GOLIAD COUNTY
Road Creek Ranch is a scenic property loaded with wildlife. The ranch is covered in heavy timber, providing privacy while still located only 10 minutes from the grocery store. Most of the soil is creek bottom land and rich with nutrients. With its close proximity to Goliad, this property has excellent development value into smaller tracts. Darren Scott, Agent.
47± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / KERR COUNTY
$2,925,000 BAKER RANCH
300± ACRES / CENTRAL TEXAS MADISON COUNTY
This 300-acre ranch in Madison County offers the perfect blend of beauty and functionality, making it an ideal property for cattle ranching and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Rolling terrain, expansive pastures, and mature hardwoods. With several prime custom home sites to choose from, this land provides ample opportunity for putting your personal stamp on it via improvements. This is a rare opportunity to own a versatile, productive property that can be enjoyed for generations. Just eight minutes to I-45 in Madisonville.
$4,200,000 THE LINKS AT WEST FORK
270± ACRES / SOUTHEAST TEXAS MONTGOMERY COUNTY
This expansive 270±-acre property is located in one of Texas’ fastest-growing cities (Conroe) and counties (Montgomery), offering an exceptional opportunity for various ventures. It includes an 18hole golf course; clubhouse with golf shop, grill, changing rooms, etc.; pavilion; and approximately 16 undeveloped acres. Situated in a high-growth area of Texas, this property is well-positioned to take advantage of increasing population and demand for recreational, commercial, and residential developments. Proximity to key highways, businesses, and future developments only adds to its value. An enticing opportunity for developers, golf course operators, event planners, or hospitality businesses looking to capitalize on the area’s growth and recreational demand.
LARRY JACOBS, BROKER 936-597-3317
larrytxland@gmail.com txland.com
$12,500,000 LAZY CK HEADQUARTERS PASTURE
2,500± ACRES / TEXAS HILL COUNTRY / KERR COUNTY
The northernmost portion of the renowned 6,876.34-acre Lazy CK Ranch, this property is in impeccable condition, thanks to meticulous land stewardship and management practices. With exceptional water resources, infrastructure, and amenities, this ranch stands out as one of the finest in the region. Its picturesque rolling live oak terrain is home to a thriving herd of whitetail deer, including trophy-quality bucks, along with a variety of exotic game species.
$1,625,000 CHALK POINT RANCH
40± ACRES / TEXAS METROPLEX / SOMERVELL COUNTY
With expansive views, this property is the ideal location for a country retreat. The land boasts unique geological features, including rock outcroppings, caves, and ridgelines. Nestled between Glen Rose and Hico, enjoy popular attractions like Rough Creek Lodge and Dinosaur Valley State Park. Contact Bret Polk, 254-965-0349.
CASH MCWHORTER
BROKER/PARTNER
469-222-4076
cash@hrcranch.com
$131,100,000
LAKE MONTICELLO
5,700± ACRES / NORTHEAST TEXAS TITUS & FRANKLIN COUNTIES
Discover an unparalleled opportunity awaiting at Lake Monticello, one of Texas’ largest, privately-owned lakes. At the heart of the property lies an expansive 2,001±-acre body of water enveloped by idyllic lake frontage. Whether you dream of creating a private recreational haven, a luxurious waterfront resort, a commercial business, or an exclusive residence, this property offers the perfect canvas!
$3,300,000 BIG SANDY CREEK RANCH
275± ACRES / TEXAS METROPLEX / WISE COUNTY
For those looking for a recreational country getaway or for the cattleman searching for good grazing and hay production, this excellent combination-use property offers diverse terrain, numerous sources of surface water, outstanding native vegetation, fertile creek bottom pastures, and an abundance of wildlife potential. Additional acreage is available. Contact Bret Polk, 254-965-0349.
$1,576,800 ATWELL RANCH
432± ACRES / NORTHWEST TEXAS / CALLAHAN COUNTY
Prime cattle ranch offering convenient access with CR frontage on two sides. The terrain is gently rolling with 80% pastureland and 20% tree cover. The property includes five stock tanks that provide water for wildlife and cattle. Will divide in two tracts: The 220-acre Atwell East and the 210-acre Atwell West. Contact Jack Fauntleroy, 940-550-4432.
BLAKE HORTENSTINE
BROKER/PARTNER
214-616-1305
blake@hrcranch.com
$1,999,999
21311 FITZ LANE
Exceptional waterfront home on 19.978 fully fenced, picturesque acres in Glenmont Estates! Gated entry, two wells (one for home/ one for pond), new whole-home generator, brand new HVAC system, air filtration system with HEPA filters, 2.5 acre stocked pond with dock and fish feeder, fire pit, AG exemption for honeybees, mosquito system, and horses are welcome! This four-bedroom home features a stunning stone exterior with a metal roof, extensive covered porches, all-new engineered wood floors, designer light
fixtures, detailed trim work, vaulted wood beam ceilings, and a gourmet custom kitchen with six burner propane gas range, quartz island and custom cabinetry overlooking the living room with floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Private study, formal dining room, and the light and airy sunroom offer panoramic acreage and pond views through the many windows. All four bedrooms, three full baths, plus a game room upstairs. Surrounded by walking, biking, and ATV trails, this home offers luxury, comfort and privacy!
MIKE SEDER
713-806-6796 C / 281-602-8823 O Seder@MikeSeder.com / MikeSeder.com
19± ACRES / SOUTHEAST TEXAS / MONTGOMERY COUNTY
$6,247,000 THREE BEARS RANCH
Three Bears Ranch boasts a 3,200-square-foot home with five bedrooms and four-and-one-half baths. This 702-acre ranch is located just five miles south of Alpine, TX in the foothills of the Del Norte Mountains, complete with incredible scenery and hunting!
$2,635,000 ELK DRAW RANCH
3,100± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / BREWSTER COUNTY
With expansive views of mountains, Elk Draw Ranch provides numerous possibilities! The ranch can be purchased together or separately with contiguous Mesa View Ranch.
$945,000 CONE MOUNTAIN RANCH
Located north of Terlingua Ghost Town with diverse landscapes, this ranch comes turnkey with a 40-foot fifth wheel, travel trailer, an RTV, cargo trailer, shipping container, and so much more.
$1,990,625 MESA VIEW RANCH
1,625± ACRES / WEST TEXAS / BREWSTER COUNTY
Enjoy two miles of frontage on Hwy 118, 4,100 feet of elevation, and proximity to Big Bend National Park. The ranch can be purchased together or separately with contiguous Elk Draw Ranch.
$889,000 107 HIGH LONESOME
The stunning, uninterrupted views from this one-of-a-kind home are a must-see! For off-grid living, the property includes a private water well and solar panels. Too many amenities to list!
This complete package offers you all the amenities of the area. Fish in your own pond, hunt in your woods under the huge oak trees, create in your workshop, and entertain your family in the summer in the pool. This custom brick home features four bedrooms, two half baths, a gourmet kitchen, and a layout for easy entertaining. Also split bedroom arrangement, solid surface floors and granite countertops throughout, and high ceilings. The home was built in 2010 and has approximately 2,833-squarefeet. Its 13.97 acres include the spring-fed and stocked pond, in-ground pool, and workshop. The insulated shop has two 12-foot roll-up doors, approximately 1,800-square-feet, concrete floors, and a 16x30-foot overhang for equipment, or an extra patio. Convenient to town and loop for commutes, but quiet and peaceful!
$1,675,000
CLEAR CREEK RANCH
158± ACRES / NORTHEAST TEXAS / ANDERSON COUNTY
Remarkable offering with open and wooded areas, a live creek, improved pastures (for traditional ranch activities), glades, and bottomland which provides for superior hunting and other recreational activities. The property is accessed by a series of trails and roadways including a special low water crossing of Hall Creek. Other features include a one-bedroom, one-bath barndominium with kitchen and living area, large workspace, and covered parking for equipment. This ranch is an East Texas hunter’s paradise and family retreat with approximately 158.81 acres located south of Athens near Cayuga, Texas.
$861,000
YOUR TIMBERED EAST TEXAS ESCAPE
Discover the beauty of 76.181 acres of prime East Texas land, featuring rolling timbered acreage. This property offers 100 feet of elevation change, providing scenic views and a variety of ideal building sites. With ample potential for a 5 to 6-acre spring-fed lake, this land also boasts spring creeks, a large duck marsh, and abundant wildlife including deer, hogs, squirrels, ducks, and more. Perfect for hunting, recreational use, or creating your own peaceful retreat. Additional acreage is available to suit your needs.
$550,000
EAST TEXAS PARADISE
47± ACRES / NORTHEAST TEXAS HENDERSON COUNTY
Well-maintained farmhouse on 47.64 beautiful acres with approximately 473-feet of road frontage. Enjoy scenic views from the backyard of a nice mixture of open pasture, woods, a creek, and a pond. Perfect for farm life or recreation, this property has a variety of uses.
Specializing in Farm and Ranch Properties 903-675-3503 stevegrant@stevegrant.com / stevegrant.com
13± ACRES / NORTHEAST TEXAS / HENDERSON COUNTY
76± ACRES / NORTHEAST TEXAS / HENDERSON COUNTY
By: Lydia duPerier
When Arielle Crawford, a native Texan, found herself navigating the bustling streets of New York City, she never imagined the path her life would take.
Raised in the rural expanse of San Angelo, Texas, she had always harbored a creative spirit nurtured by her mother, who encouraged her to sew her clothes rather than buy them. She said this way of parenting taught her to be a “creator rather than a consumer.” This DIY ethos stayed with her, guiding her through a sustainable fashion career and leading her back to her roots. Today, Crawford is the visionary behind The Realness Preserve and Texas Cob Co., two ventures that intertwine her passions for sustainability, education, and community building.
“That’s the hero’s journey,” Crawford said. “You have to leave home to come back home.”
A JOURNEY AWAY & BACK HOME
Crawford spent years living worldwide, in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Europe, South America, and ultimately New York City. However, the COVID-19 pandemic prompted a reevaluation of her life’s trajectory.
“I bought a truck, and I sold all my stuff, I sold my business, and I left New York,” Crawford said. “I literally had no idea where I was going.”
She landed on a ranch in Llano, where she became a ranch hand for a year, living in an off-grid cabin while rediscovering her connection to nature. Crawford negotiated a work-for-trade with the ranch owner, an agreement in which she would live for free in exchange for work. This work included building infrastructure, plumbing repairs, plowing fields, sending them to the garden, and feeding the farm animals.
After her time in Llano, Crawford found herself in Kerrville, Texas, where she says she committed to being off-grid for a couple of years. With just her knowledge and devotion, she lived in a Tee-pee, cooked over a campfire, and taught herself how to use solar power.
“I love naturalism, natural building, and off-grid living— it’s innate, it’s in us,” Crawford said. “All of our ancestors lived this way up until recent times. That’s why we know how to do all this stuff already.”
BUILDING COMMUNITY, LITERALLY & FIGURATIVELY
Today, Crawford and her husband lead two synergistic initiatives: The Realness Preserve and Texas Cob Co. The Realness Preserve, a nonprofit, focuses on naturalist education and inspires a return to sustainable, community-focused living.
“We teach everything from homesteading, to cloth diapering, to sourdough baking, to natural building, and off-grid living,” Crawford said. “Really anything that falls within sort of the naturalist realm.”
Crawford said she and her husband are passionate about education and its power to build community. They also believe community is the solution to many problems and see this firsthand through the family of like-minded people they have met.
“We like everything about bootstrapping; it gives you the grit, the determination, the vision, and the necessity for community,” Crawford said. “It shows that you must treat people well and live within a village, and we are just trying to bring back those values into our actions.”
Crawford and her husband created everything from scratch, and whatever profit they made from their construction company, Texas Cob Co., went right back into building The Realness Preserve.
Texas Cob Co., their LLC, is a natural building construction company specializing in creating sustainable structures using cob—a mix of clay, sand, straw, and water—and lime plaster. Their team makes all the materials on-site.
“I strap our baby on my back daily and go out and work,” Crawford said. “I also run everything from bookkeeping, social media, marketing, the website, and online sales, and I design our builds. And then my husband is the lead builder of our team.”
Cob is known for regulating indoor temperatures. With a natural U-value, it traps heat during the day and releases it at night, making it highly adaptive to environmental conditions, much like Adobe. Typically, lime plaster is applied over cob structures to enhance durability and combat mold effectively, even when used over conventional building materials.
Both initiatives are active on Instagram, such as @therealnesspreserve and @texascobco, where frequent updates and tips are shared.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Life for Crawford and her family begins early, often before dawn. Mornings are spent preparing sourdough bread and tending to household chores, while afternoons are dedicated to their construction projects.
“We’re either working on client projects or developing our property in Kingsbury, Texas,” Crawford said. The couple and their apprentice and one-year-old child embody the communal lifestyle they advocate.
Every day comes with ups and downs, or “thorns and roses,” as Crawford calls them.
“Anytime you’re pioneering a space, there are no guarantees, and it’s just throwing out your line and hoping that people get it,” Crawford said. “We do it because we believe in it, and we’ve sacrificed everything. We’re all in like 100% skin in the game, and we just have to hope that people understand it and buy-in.”
But the “rose” each day, Crawford said, is getting to live on the offense.
“We get to create the world that we want to see and not feel like cogs in the system anymore,” Crawford said.
ADVICE FOR ASPIRING NATURALISTS
Through her journey, Crawford has embraced several mantras: “Do what is right, not what is easy” and “Live by design, not by default.” She says it is these principles that guide her mission to create a sustainable future for her family and community.
Crawford’s advice for those inspired to embark on a similar journey is simple: start where you are. Whether growing herbs on a balcony or composting in a small kitchen, every step counts. She emphasizes the importance of breaking away from the conveniencedriven consumer habits.
“Demote convenience as your king,” Crawford said. “When you prioritize quality and sustainability, you begin to see yourself as a creator, not just a consumer.”
Farmers markets, local food shares, and community gardens are excellent starting points. Social media platforms like Instagram can also help connect like-minded individuals. Crawford’s “Dirt Church”—a community day for making Adobe bricks—is an example of building connections and fostering learning.
THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABILITY
Her vision remains clear as Crawford continues to balance motherhood, business, and nonprofit work. By teaching others to embrace sustainable practices and fostering a sense of community, she’s paving the way for a new generation of naturalists. Whether through natural building techniques or communal education, Crawford’s work is a testament to the power of living authentically and sustainably.
$1,295,000 SUZY-D RANCH
50± ACRES / NORTHEAST TEXAS / SMITH COUNTY
brent@valkyriejames.com
This stunning 50.433-acre east Texas retreat with a 4-acre lake has a timber exemption and boasts dramatic rolling terrain with a 70-30 mix of timber to pasture. Its numerous trails wind amongst skyscraper hardwoods, pines and elevation changes, giving the impression of a much larger tract. The lake has been professionally built and stocked for fishing. The 500-foot irrigation well can optionally also feed the house with the flip of a switch. The 2,262 square-foot Texas ranch style home offers city utilities, three bedrooms, two baths, and a two car garage. New metal roof, open floor plan and great room with vaulted wood beam ceiling, wood burning fireplace with blower fan for powerful heat cycling, tile throughout main areas, expansive island kitchen with separate bar. The super-sized master suite features bathroom with his-andher sinks and separate walk-in closets, jetted tub and separate shower with two new water heaters. Whole home backup power with propane Generac Generator. Two automatic solar gates, complete hog fencing surrounding the home. Enjoy two heated and cooled rooms in huge garage with new HVAC. 20x20 natural timber equipment shed included. One hour east of Dallas, two hours from Ft Worth and 30 minutes to Tyler.
When you purchase land for recreational purposes, you’re giving yourself the chance to grow closer to your family and friends. Together, you can go horseback riding, hunting, fishing, off-roading or simply just get away. This opportunity isn’t just for farmers and ranchers, either. It’s for anyone who deserves this time and this space. And we’ll work hard to make sure you get it. As one of the only lenders in Texas who specializes in recreational land loans, we know how to put together a solution that works for you. Giddy-up.
