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On the Cover …

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Area’s Best Live Water, Turnkey Exotic Hunting Ranch See page 25

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Cover Photography

by John King Keisling

TEXAS SELECT

20 v A New “Hit” in the Sun

28 v Bandera’s Best River Ranch!

Ocala’s New World Class Facility

Listed by Jeff Soele Investments, LLC

30 v Medina County 1,120 Acres Listed by Jeff Soele Investments, LLC

42 v Clear Springs 200 Acres

REFERENCE 9 v Broker Index 10 v Property Index & Map

Listed by The duPerier Texas Land Man, LLC

CLASSIFIEDS

44 v Camp Verde Texas

171 v Additional Properties in the Marketplace

Listed by The duPerier Texas Land Man, LLC

62 v Spring-Fed Luxury Wildlife Ranch Listed by Ed White Realty

72 v Casual Elegance in the Country Listed by Steve Grant Real Estate

102 v The Star of the Hill Country Listed by Stefka Home & Land Company

ITEMS OF INTEREST 14 v Profitable Ranching Through Photography Realizing the Picture-Perfect Profit

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broker index

Adkins & Associates ............................ 138 AmanVerde Land Co. Inc. ................... 137 Bacon & Ranch Investments, Inc. .......77 Beach Properties.....................................114 Bennett Land Company, Inc. ............. 165 Bill Johnson & Associates Real Estate .................. 122 Border Realty Ranch Sales .................. 162 Bradfield Properties Realtors.............. 168 Briggs-Freeman Real Estate ................ 120 Capitol Area Realty ............................... 136 Century 21 Harvey Properties, Inc. .. 163 Century 21 Home & Ranch Realty... 168 Coldwell Banker Taylor & Taylor Realtors .................. 167 Coldwell Banker United ...................... 126 Coldwell Banker The Ron Brown Company................ 127 The Country Connection .................... 160 Country Land Sales .............................. 158 Cunningham Real Estate..................... 169 Dan W. Kinsel III Ranch Broker, LLC.............................. 139 DeBord Real Estate ................................141 The duPerier Texas Land Man, LLC ......42 Ed White Realty .......................................61 Evans and Associates ............................112 Frosty Miller Ranch Realty, Inc...........143 Gaines Land Sales ..................................140 Hall and Hall .......................................... 164 Hawk Nest Development LLC ........... 152 Heritage Texas Country Properties....142 Hodde Real Estate Co. ......................... 155 Hoffman International Properties........96 HomeLand Properties ......................... 154 Hood Real Estate Company ..................52 J. Myane Properties............................... 128 Jacobs Properties....................................116 Janet G. Helm, Ranch Broker ............. 153 Jeff Soele Ranch Investments ................25

John McCollom & Associates Realtors........................ 132 Kennedy Country Properties ..............149 Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty Ranch Division ......................................82 Landmark Realty Group LLC .............144 LANDTX ....................................................86 Legacy Real Estate ................................ 169 Leyco Real Estate ...................................170 Mac Coalson Real Estate ......................170 Markham Realty Inc. ............................ 156 Meek Ranch Sales ................................. 106 The Michael Group ...............................161 Navasota Realty ..................................... 150 Nixon Real Estate...................................110 No Fences Land Co. ................................99 Orvis/Cushman & Wakefield ............ 166 Phyllis Browning Company ...................67 Ranch Connection .................................146 Ranch Investments ............................... 130 Ranch Land Co.......................................151 Ranches & Rivers Realty ..................... 134 Rare Earth ................................................145 RE/MAX Town & Country ................. 135 The Robinson Team ..............................148 Saddleside Realty .................................. 124 Sherron Properties................................ 108 Stefka Home & Land Co. ................... 102 Steve Grant Real Estate...........................72 Stewart Ranches.com, LLC ................. 159 Terry Wootan Real Estate.com .......... 133 Texas Homestead Real Estate ............ 100 Texas Ranch Sales, LLC....................... 104 Texas Ranches For Sale ..........................90 Texas Star Home & Ranch Realtors ..147 Tina McCelvey & Associates ...............131 Trinity Country .................................... 157 United Country Real Estate...................93 VIP Country Properties ........................118 W. K. Shumpes Co ...................................78 Wendland & Associates ...................... 129

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Central

1..................... Washington...............118 7..................... Washington.............. 155 7..................... Comal............................84 16................... Austin......................... 123 16................... Travis.......................... 126 20................... Comal............................70 20................... Washington.............. 149 23................... Travis.......................... 126 23................... Washington...............118 25................... Grimes....................... 150 28................... Bandera.........................48 29................... Comal............................95 40................... Uvalde...........................32 40................... Washington.............. 142 44................... Austin......................... 123 47................... Fayette........................ 122 48................... Fayette........................ 149 50................... Comal......................... 126 70................... Grimes....................... 150 73................... Menard.......................141 73................... Austin..........................119 73................... Colorado................... 142 73................... Colorado................... 170 76................... Colorado................... 123 88................... Waller..........................119 106................. Washington.............. 149 114................. Waller......................... 155 121................. Williamson............... 152 129................ Colorado................... 170 135................ San Saba.................... 143 158................ Austin..........................118 168................. Uvalde...........................35 200................ Austin......................... 169 200................ Fayette.........................119 200................ Fayette........................ 142 200................ Fayette........................ 158 200................ Grimes....................... 156 200................ McLennan....................42 224................ Lampasas.....................77 248................ Guadalupe...................84 290................ Wilson..........................68 326................ San Saba.................... 143 342................ Grimes....................... 150 354................ Mills...............................95 384................ Uvalde........................ 105 392................ Austin..........................118 392................ Uvalde...........................35 400................ Bastrop....................... 129 400................ Uvalde...........................84 421................ Gonzales.................... 142 459................ Wilson....................... 159 490................ Austin......................... 122 490................ Medina..........................32 540................ McCulloch.................141 601................. Lampasas.................. 129 617................. Bosque....................... 146 690................ Uvalde........................ 115 720................ Menard.......................141 800................ Uvalde...........................32 899................ Concho.......................141 950................ Medina..........................37 986................ Kinney...........................66 1,050............. Bosque....................... 147 1,092............. Bosque..........................94 1,120............. Medina..........................28 1,581............. Burnet...........................77 1,600............. Mills...............................93 2,198............. Gonzales.................... 139 2,279............. Uvalde...........................37 2,558............. Medina....................... 105 2,656............. Uvalde...........................69 3,000............. Uvalde........................ 104 3,433............. Milam......................... 169 4,200............. Kinney...........................90 7,000............. Uvalde...........................33 8,000............. Kinney........................ 106

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5..................... Kendall...................... 115 7..................... Gillespie......................111 12................... Gillespie..................... 135 14................... Bandera...................... 109 15................... Kendall...................... 168 25................... Blanco........................ 128

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650................ Blanco.........................101 661................. Llano.............................60 665................ Blanco........................ 138 694................ Bandera.........................37 700................ Kimble....................... 107 718................. Kimble....................... 151 900................ Gillespie..................... 108 906................ Edwards.......................62 940................ Autauga...................... 139 940................ Burnet........................ 130 1,000............. Gillespie........................53 1,000............. Mason........................ 133 1,100............. Kerr............................ 100 1,100............. Real................................91 1,239............. Edwards.......................65 1,417.............. Kimble..........................91 1,428............. Kerr............................ 113 1,789............. Kerr...............................25 1,900............. Kerr............................ 132 2,000............. Bandera.........................50 2,035............. Gillespie..................... 145 2,795............. Kerr...............................44 3,338............. Edwards.......................64 3,835............. Real............................. 159 4,107............. Edwards.......................54 5,000............. Kerr............................ 100 5,100............. Blanco........................ 128 6,000............. Blanco........................ 134 9,700............. Kimble....................... 132 21,053........... Burnet........................ 130 60,325.......... Bandera.........................78

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17................... Grayson..................... 124 18................... Denton....................... 148 20................... Erath........................... 168 22................... Ellis............................. 160 28................... Denton....................... 120 50................... Parker............................93 70................... Grayson..................... 124 76................... Grayson..................... 124 100................. Denton..........................97 105................. Parker......................... 170 202................ Hood.......................... 168 285................ Erath........................... 146 342................ Hunt........................... 125 430................ Cooke......................... 160 1,500............. Palo Pinto.....................93

Northeast

2..................... Anderson......................95 10................... Henderson...................76 19................... Henderson...................94 30................... Van Zandt.................. 121 33................... Wood............................94 49................... Henderson...................75 50................... Wood......................... 121 80................... Henderson...................73 85................... Nacogdoches............ 144 99................... Henderson................ 160 105................. Lamar......................... 163 107................. Rains...........................161 108................. Van Zandt.....................75 180................ Harrison.......................94 184................ Henderson...................76 200................ Cass............................ 163 240................ Henderson...................76 281................. Henderson...................72 347................ Nacogdoches............ 144 353................ Rains...........................161 542................ Red River................... 163 566................ Wood..........................161 680................ Hopkins........................96 750................ Lamar......................... 163 1,098............. Bowie.............................95 1,262............. Rains...........................161 2,200............. Smith.............................98

Northwest

180................ Coleman.................... 140 194................ Stephens.................... 157 198................ Comanche................. 146 290................ Clay............................ 160 400................ Stephens.................... 157 465................ Coleman.................... 157

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500................ Montague.....................99 548................ Coleman.................... 140 823................ Archer........................ 120 940................ Coleman.................... 140 2,228............. Coleman.................... 151

South

177................. Dimmit.........................83 238................ La Salle.......................131 313................. Zavala......................... 104 400................ Dimmit.........................51 422................ Jim Hogg......................83 554................ Frio............................. 112 631................. La Salle...................... 139 710................. Jim Hogg......................35 727................ Frio............................. 139 1,070............. McMullen.................. 107 1,089............. Zavala......................... 167 1,111.............. Dimmit.........................48 1,286............. Zapata...........................35 1,410.............. Live Oak.......................52 1,513............. La Salle.......................131 1,544............. Webb.............................82 1,560............. Frio................................67 1,750............. Duval.............................90 1,980............. McMullen.................. 106 2,018............. La Salle...................... 104 2,054............. Victoria...................... 127 2,225............. La Salle.......................101 2,230............. La Salle.......................131 2,546............. Webb.......................... 106 4,059............. Duval.............................82 5,100............. Maverick.................... 104 5,985............. Frio............................. 139 6,100............. Webb.......................... 139 6,436............. Duval.......................... 106 8,350............. Frio............................. 139 9,300............. Webb.......................... 162 17,370........... Zavala............................69 8,001,300..... Duval.............................90

Southeast

17................... Montgomery..............116 48................... Walker.........................117 88................... Walker........................ 154 145................. Brazoria......................119 316................. Walker........................ 156 366................ Trinity........................ 154 375................ Walker.........................116 375................ Walker.........................117 894................ Walker........................ 154 19,600........... Jackson...................... 130

West

310................. Val Verde......................57 483................ Val Verde......................66 602................ Pecos.......................... 140 630................ Val Verde................... 167 960................ Glasscock.................. 169 2,414.............. Val Verde....................101 14,224........... Val Verde................... 153 14,916........... Terrell......................... 107 23,000.......... Val Verde................... 129

Outside the Region Colorado

400................ Archuleta................... 164 1,088............. Routt.......................... 164 1,395............. Huerfano................... 164 47,959........... Lincoln...................... 164

Louisiana

40................... Calcasieu......................95

New Mexico

18................... Chaves....................... 167 5,463............. Rio Arriba.................. 166 7,494............. Colfax......................... 165 9,139............. San Miguel................ 166 30,000.......... Chaves....................... 167

Oklahoma

2,960............. Hughes.........................99

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Armstrong Bailey Borden Briscoe Carson Castro Childress Cochran Collingsworth Crosby Dallam Dawson Deaf Smith Dickens Donley Floyd Gaines Garza Gray Hale Hall Hansford Hartley Hemphill Hockley Hutchinson Kent King Lamb Lipscomb Lubbock Lynn Moore Motley Ochiltree Oldham Parmer Potter Randall Roberts Sherman Swisher Terry Wheeler Yoakum

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Collin Cooke Dallas Denton Ellis Erath Fannin Grayson Hill Hood Hunt Johnson Kaufman Navarro Palo Pinto Parker Rockwall Somervell Tarrant Wise

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Aransas Atascosa Bee Brooks Calhoun Cameron Dimmit Duval Frio Goliad Hidalgo Jim Hogg Jim Wells Kenedy Kleberg La Salle Live Oak Maverick McMullen Nueces Refugio San Patricio Starr Victoria Webb Willacy Zapata Zavala

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Photography by: Al Perry - Annandale Ranch

Photography by: Cathy Illg - Redcreek Ranch

Photography by: John Hendrickson - Rosetta Ranch

M

any

Texas

ranch

owners

find

biodiversity of Texas wildlife.

Photography by: Gary F. Vestal - Flying A Ranch

Martin, a landowner and naturalist who has

themselves at a crossroad these days.

In the 2001 National Survey of Fishing, worked for 30 years in the worlds of business

Their love for the land and desire to

Hunting and Wildlife Associated Recreation, and finance, approaches wildlife from an

keep their property intact long-term has been

the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service estimated that economic perspective.

challenged by mounting financial pressures, there are 23 million Americans who photograph

“Every land decision is an economic decision.

such as property and estate taxes, in addition wildlife each year, in comparison with 14

From old family ranches to new recreational

million Americans who hunt. ICF sees this

properties, even the most affluent ranch

to the regular expenses of running a ranching

operation. In response, some forward-looking as a substantial, untapped market for private owners recognize that their property must ranchers are seeking ways to diversify ranch

landowners to supplement annual ranch income be economically sustainable to survive intact

income, and a new Texas-based organization from hunting, cattle and other operations. now offers them an innovative approach to accomplish that goal.

The Images for Conservation Fund (ICF) is a nonprofit group dedicated to developing

ICF’s goal is to bring together landowners and photographers to form this new industry, which can establish a sustainable new income

long-term,” Martin says. “We are showing them that photography leasing can be an important component of their ranch’s business plan.”

ICF sees photo leasing as an important

source from wildlife. This is also important to supplement

to

existing

hunting

lease

the nature photo tourism industry as a way the future of wildlife, according to ICF founder

operations. And while photo blinds are

for ranchers to day-lease to photographers, and Chairman John F. Martin.

essentially different from hunting blinds,

much like they may already lease to hunters.

And to promote this idea, they have organized

“Over 94 percent of Texas is privately Martin says, these two activities complement owned. When wildlife is seen and utilized as

the world’s first all-professional nature photo a valuable part of a ranch’s natural resources, tournament to highlight the beauty and

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each other well.

“Hunting season for non-exotic species lasts only about four months. The rest of the year,

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Photography by: Sean Fitzgerald - Petersen Ranch

Photography by: D. Robert Franz - Knibbe Ranch

books may be pre-ordered and will be available in early November 2006 for holiday gifts.

Sponsorships from individuals, foundations and corporations have allowed the 2006 ProTour to become the world’s richest photo event of any kind, offering $160,000 to winning teams.

Major sponsors of the 2006 event included: AEP Texas, CEMEX, Toyota, the City of Kerrville, LCRA, Texas Farm & Ranch magazine, H-E-B, John & Audrey Martin, Roger Zessin, and the Loring Cook Foundation.

The next Pro-Tour will be held in the Coastal Bend region of Texas near Corpus Christi in October 2007. Ranchers of this region and all professional nature photographers are invited to apply.

Photo

Photography by: Rolf Nussbaumer - Estrella Ranch

ranchers can lease to photographers using the up with 17 ranches of 500 acres or more in a same lodges, amenities and guides offered to

one-month competition for $160,000 in total

hunters. It’s the perfect complement to make a cash awards. Each photographer-landowner ranch efficient and economically balanced.”

Since the concept of photo leasing is relatively new and unknown, ICF has created a high-profile event to raise awareness and act

team shared the prize money equally, and landowers each received a copy of their team’s 75-image portfolio.

As shown in the photos here, this 2006 Pro-

as a catalyst for this industry. The ICF Pro-Tour Tour highlighted the Hill County’s wildlife and of Nature Photography is the world’s first event landscapes, with the ultimate goal of promoting of its kind: a championship series that teams nature photo tourism in the region. top professional photographers with ranchers

tournaments

open

to

all

photographers and ranchers are ongoing in

The Pro-Tour’s images will be seen throughout

the Rio Grande Valley and the Coastal Bend regions, and plans are underway to create another in the Hill Country. ❖ Visit www.imagesforconservation.org for more information and to view a gallery of more than 1,200 images from the Pro-Tour. The Images for Conservation Fund is wholly funded by memberships and sponsorships. To support ICF’s mission, or to order the Pro-Tour book, please visit the website, email icfprotour@aol.com or call 956 381-1264.

to compete for cash awards and produce Texas and the world. They are published spectacular images of a featured region.

online at www.imagesforconservation.org and

The first Pro-Tour event was held in the over 200 of the most outstanding images will Texas Hill Country in April 2006. Seventeen be compiled for the upcoming book: Images for photographers from across the country paired Conservation: Texas Hill Country Edition. The

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ITS Inc. is a special events management company based in

Saugerties,

New

in the Sun

York,

producing world-class hunter/ jumper circuits in California,

Arizona, Florida, Virginia and New York. Widely recognized as a national standard of excellence in horse show management, HITS has consistently sought ways to initiate new growth and facilitate opportunity since managing their first horse show circuit in Gainesville, Florida, in 1982. Currently, one of the most exciting things to happen not only at HITS, but also in the US hunter/jumper community is the new HITS Thermal Desert Equestrian Center being built near Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport in Thermal, California.

The HITS Indio Desert Circuit is the largest hunter/jumper horse show event in the Western United States. In 2005, with 3,200 stalls, an average of 2,500 horses and more than 6,000 horsemen, the HITS team was using every last inch of the 100 acre-Desert Horse Park in Indio and continually looking for realistic and economic ways to expand. With the increasingly popular Palm Desert Real Estate market driving up the cost of land, finding a tract large enough to merit relocating and rebuilding the horse park was next to impossible.

HITS prevailed, eventually finding, with the instrumental help of Riverside County Supervisor Roy Wilson, 230 acres under lease in Thermal, California, just five miles away from the Indio Desert Horse Park. It is estimated the $120,000,000 annual economic impact HITS generates will increase substantially when the new site is completed because of its larger size and proportionate commerce. Not only does the county appreciate this significant

Canadian John Pearce, one of the world’s best riders, competes at the Desert Circuit last winter. Pearce was the top money winner of the circuit and won a World Series-like ring from Golden Horse Jewelry.

community, as well.

Equestrian Team Foundation, HITS unveiled

economic impact the Desert Circuit has on the

In March of this year, at a big gala in Indio,

their plans to begin construction on the new

region, it also wants to preserve the equestrian

hosted by Jami Morse Heidegger and Show

facility. Since then, the project “has been

influence a show of this bearing has on the

Circuit Magazine honoring the United States

on the fast track.” With the elegant strategy

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All photos are by Flying Horse Photography.

Molly Talla in a Grand Prix at the Desert Circuit

Former Olympian from Ireland, Eddie Macken in a Grand Prix at the Desert Circuit

that has made HITS a success in horse show

layered with HITS signature euro-felt footing.

rentals will be getting finalized this summer,

management, diverted capital that would have

Patterned after HITS Saugerties, New York

along with landscaping and finish work on

been used for land acquisition has been used

Facility, there will be a gorgeous Grand Prix

barns, restaurant, lounge and office buildings.

for special features like the grand entrance

Amphitheater with a 10-foot berm, VIP seating

HITS is hoping a high-performance horse

and premier horse and rider facilities within

and a permanent VIP pavilion overlooking

complex of this scope and sophistication will

the park. Planning for completion by the

open the possibility of hosting

New Year, if all goes well, on

international competition,

January 23, 2007, HITS Inc.

world

will kick off the Indio

championship

show jumping and

Desert Circuit at the

Olympics trials. The

new Thermal Desert

venue would not

Equestrian Center.

When HITS

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completed, Thermal

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development of worldArtist’s rendering of main entrance

venue of its kind and will be, “without a doubt,”

class equestrian athletes and their horses. The completion of Thermal

says John Eickman, National Marketing

both the hunter and jumper feature rings.

may very well solidify the West Coast’s emerging

Director of HITS “one of the finest equestrian

A restaurant with an international flare will

role as a world-class competition power center,

facilities in the United States.” He does not say

have both patio seating and a fine dining area.

and effectively set the stage for the United

it, but in all reality, possibly the world.

A rider’s lounge will have refreshments and

States to take a powerful stride forward in the

This is not an unmerited boast. With 10

Internet access, and the vendor boutiques will

international equestrian community. ❖

barns and a staggering 1,000 permanent stalls,

be located adjacent to a landscaped walkway

there is site capacity for 4,000 stabled horses,

containing paving stones. In addition, there

For more information about this facility, retrieve

with 3,000 of them being housed in temporary

will be hook-ups for 150 recreational vehicles in

a schedule of the current HITS circuit, or to begin

tents. Work is already completed on the 12

an all-amenity motor coach park. Construction

planning for the ribbon cutting in Thermal 2007 go

competition rings and 12 warm-up rings; all

appears ahead of schedule and permanent stall

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Live Water, Turnkey E XOT I C H U N T I N G R A N C H A R E A’ S B E S T

A

short drive to Kerrville and

numerous canyons and a one-of-a-kind

welcomes family and friends with two

45 minutes from San Antonio,

cypress tree-lined creek, the ranch feels

fireplaces, a bright, open floor plan and

in the Edwards Plateau region

like a private and exclusive country club or

spacious decks overlooking a view of the

of south central Texas, a rare

golf course. This is a rare, live water ranch

immaculately

and beautiful turnkey hunting property

opportunity in the beautiful Hill Country of

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just went on the market. With 1,789± acres

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has been extensively remodeled to suit, with

distinguished by hundreds of giant cypress,

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grounds

with

spring-fed waterfalls flowing into private

The 4,000-square-foot main house is set

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in a hillside of cypress trees and graciously

of amenities, including a steam shower and

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heated floor in the bathroom, this charming ranch house is ready for luxurious comforts at the end of a satisfying day.

A lovely outdoor patio with cooking area and fire pit makes entertaining natural and effortless. Paved roads on the ranch make access easy and the 2,200-foot airstrip allows distant friends or clients to fly in for a weekend escape. Company will be very comfortable in the cozy and inviting three-bedroom, two-bath rock guesthouse with a see-through fireplace and a big kitchen. It is situated on a hilltop with a breathtaking view of the property.

In addition, there is also a large “second” guesthouse that is perfect for entertaining with living quarters and comfortable rooms.

A cozy, rustic log cabin completes the trio of guest residences and all three are positioned away from the main house for the visitor’s privacy and tranquility. The ranch is fully functional with outbuildings to support the traditional workings of a property this size; including a large 40' by 120' workshop or car barn, a small offset horse barn, an equipment building and a hay barn.

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The ranch has an elevation difference of 300 feet with two water wells and roughly 18 gravityflow sweet water springs coursing through the ranch canyons. Streams off the lake create a number of picturesque waterfalls and there is a captivating landscaped grotto with naturally designed pool. The principal lake is 8Âą acres and loaded with fish; even in the heat of the summer, you are surrounded by water. This stunning Central Texas ranch is a true recreational paradise, with abundant possibilities for fishing, boating, kayaking, swimming and picnics.

The Hill Country has long attracted visitors for the prime hunting, as well. It was an early center of the exotic game industry, and in fact, Kerrville is the headquarters of the Exotic Game Association. What makes this property so special in the Texas ranch market today, is not only the sought-after live water feature, but that it is entirely game-fenced, holding many different species of exotic game and one of the largest elk herds in the Hill Country!

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exceptional

ranch

has

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SELECT BANDERA’S BEST River Ranch!

435± Acres

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inutes to Bandera or San Antonio, this property has more water than you can imagine — come see for yourself!

It features approximately 1.5 miles of the gorgeous,

crystal-clear cypress tree-lined Medina River with unique limestone bluffs, fast-moving rapids, deep holes, shallow, easy-to-get-to banks and more for you to come and see. Then, add a great crystal-clear, cypress-lined creek, a great plantation-style two-story, four-bedroom, four and one-half-bath, home, paved roads, guesthouse, pool house with recreation room and bath, swimming pool, tennis court, horse barn with seven stalls and two-bedroom apartment, equipment

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barn, livestock corrals, six water wells, nice paved access with electric gate, paved ranch driveway, 80 acres of coastal, bermuda and lots of wildlife! This is a great ranch with lots of variety and more live water than you can find! Great for horses, cattle or a recreational retreat, it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t last! Too rare and unique! v

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M edina SELECT County 1,120 Acres TEXAS

Central Texas v Medina County v Bandera

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his recreational ranch is minutes to Bandera, Texas, and only 45 minutes to San Antonio, offering a live running creek with many springs, huge live oaks, limestone bluffs, heavy cover for game and lots of rolling hills and valleys with views of the sought-after Texas Hill Country. Add 40+ species of African, Asian, European, native and many

more animals. Quality, quantity and elusiveness promote total recreational satisfaction. The beautiful fully furnished lodge is elegantly appointed with custom furniture and rustic atmosphere, custom pool, hot tub, patio and outdoor cooking area, fabulous (owner’s house with three bedrooms and four baths) caretaker’s house, foreman’s house, office, nice horse barn, scientific breeder pens, paved roads, cattle pens, four water wells, gated rock electric entry, paved access, walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, carport and workshop. There are four-wheel drive trucks, jeep feed buggy, a John Deere tractor, furniture, appliances, televisions, blinds, feeders, tools, a four-wheeler and more. This ranch is ready to go as a business, corporate retreat or your own personal family paradise and is currently run as a commercial hunting ranch with nice income.

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Bandera County 239 Acres

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Texas Hill Country v Bandera County

This property has crystal-clear live water near Medina, minutes to Kerrville and only 45 minutes to San Antonio. The gorgeous cypress-lined Medina River has rapids and deep holes. This property offers highway access, a nice 50-acre field for horses, hay crop for grazing, big trees with deep soil and 360-degree views of the Texas Hill County. There is a small rustic house, hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cabin, water well, electricity and unique pastureland rare to the normally rocky Hill Country.

Free-roaming exotic animals, such as axis, blackbuck antelope, sheep and all native species roam the land. This place has lots of variety and character for the quality minded and many dream homesites waiting for your own personal touch and creativity. Owner/Broker.

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This 389 acre property is 35 minutes to Austin or San Antonio. This is a great readyto-go weekend getaway or recreational retreat.

The small ranch house has great views, trees, fire pit, nice porch and more to see. Then add paved access, nice fields, big mountains, fabulous roads, fishing lake, both sides of a crystal-clear running lake with big trees, rock bluffs, waterfalls, many springs and all situated in a park-like setting. There is lots of wildlife, great hunting and a variety of topography. There is a nice equipment barn for those weekend toys. This property is close to many golf courses and the Highland Lake area. This one wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t last and is a must-see!

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Minutes to Kerrville and only 45 minutes to San Antonio, this fabulous home is high on a hilltop with touch-the-sky views of the Texas Hill Country. This spectacular home has approximately 5,000 square feet with a large master suite with fireplace, exercise room and a great porch to watch the sunsets and sunrises.

There is a gourmet kitchen, great wet bar area, two other bedrooms, two and one-half baths,

Kerr County

380 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

office, dining, massive living room with big rock fireplace, three-car garage, fabulous landscaping and outdoor lighting with waterfall. There are electric shutters and a detached three-car garage with office, all overlooking your own private lake with boat dock. Game-fenced, nice barn and workshop, cute cozy rock cabin overlooking smaller lake, paved roads with custom electric gated entry, seven other smaller lakes and more.

The pictures cannot justify the actual experience of seeing this spectacular property. Truly a rare find and a must see for the quality minded.

Seller will sell in smaller acreages to possibly custom design a tract.

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Game fenced with exotics. Sitting only minutes to Kerrville or historic Camp Verde and 45 minutes to San Antonio, this property has paved access, nice rock and a weekend getaway ranch house.

There is a small cabin, outbuildings, nice field for horses, hay or food plot, big, high hilltops with

Kerr County 485 Acres

Texas Hill Country Kerr County v Kerrville

tremendous views of Kerrville and surrounding Hill Country, nice valleys and great hunting.

There are both sides of the crystal-clear rockbottom creek, with cascading waterfalls, big rock bluffs, ledges and lots of room for your own lake.

This one is priced to sell and wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t last long!

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Historic Camp on the Frio River 40± Acres

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Offering 2,800± feet of beautiful cypress-lined Frio River, this property has 55 RV spaces, four cabins, two bathhouses, three wells, retail store and main residence. The camp has been in operation for 60+ years and has a huge client business, with as many as 3,000 guests on weekends. It’s a real income producer with plenty of room for growth. Located between Garner Park and Concan near the new golf course, this is sure to be a wise investment. Open only three months during the summer, it would make a great spot for a winter retreat. Call Morris Killough 210 415-9850.

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This 800± acre property is near historic and

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well sought-after Utopia, Texas. The property offers both sides of a crystal-clear, rock-bottom

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creek with several potential dam sites and water development. This big country has wide, deep valleys, creating a bowl effect and big hilltops and mountains with forever views of the Texas Hill Country. This is a good place to just get away and enjoy the outdoors. Enjoy fabulous wildlife and hunting. This ranch has a lot of potential and is priced right in the market.

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Central Texas v Medina County v Hondo

Between Bandera and Hondo, Texas, this property fronts Highway 173, 45 minutes to San Antonio, offering thousands of oak trees, big hills and nice wine valleys with lots of wildlife, such as deer, turkey, wild hogs and other native species. There is a great road system, electricity, water well, small rustic cabin, nice barn with concrete floor, equipment shed, many homesites with possible small tract development potential. This is a great place close to town and priced to sell as a good investment or place to park some money. Seller may sell in 100 acre tracts!

Call Dino Poulos, Agent 210 219-3535.

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This 7,000± acre property is minutes to Uvalde and only 1.5 hours west of San Antonio. This great ranch has tremendous potential and variety.

There is thick brush, oak trees, nice hills and ridges with views of the distant hills. There is a nice three-bedroom, three-bath home with fireplace, bunkhouse, cookhouse, large barn, caretaker’s home, grain bins, pipe cattle pens, 13 water wells, five stock tanks, lots of quail habitat and some of the best sought-after whitetail deer country you will find. This ranch has everything South Texas can offer, with a flavor of Hill Country views, trees and rock ridges. Owner may divide. Enjoy tremendous wildlife and hunting. Tired of leasing? Own your own before hunting season!

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Country Living with City Conveniences Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

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This 137-acre property offers country living with city conveniences right next door. This property is only two miles to Kerrville and offers both sides of a crystal-clear, running creek with many dam sites to greatly enhance the water. Nice field, big mountains with great Hill Country views and flat hilltops with many building sites, and two different paved ways to get to the property. Then add great hunting, Boone and Crockett whitetail deer under this game-fenced, outdoorsman’s paradise. What a place with lots of variety and best location around.

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Blanco County 135 Acres

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This Pedernales River recreational retreat is minutes to San Antonio or Austin, truly a ready-to-go place with Highway 281 frontage! There is a gated piped entry, granite roads, hundreds of trimmed trees, small gazebo, horseshoe pit, underground landscape lights and a cozy and rustic almostnew, two-bedroom, two-bath cabin with porch overlooking the river! Add an enclosed carport, another guest/caretakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s apartment with private carport, smokehouse, cattle pens, game cleaning area, great fencing, good road system, Highway 281 and county road frontage, great hunting and wildlife, some commercial value on 281 and fabulous land with gorgeous views of the Texas Hill Country! The river here is wide, deep, crystal-clear, easy to get to and already looks like a park! There is possible development potential.

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This 639 acre property is only one hour to all of San Antonioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s modern amenities. Then add some of the best views of the Texas Hill Country, flat tops, gorgeous manicured valley, two stock ponds, many mountain springs with several large lake sites, well, electricity, game-fenced on two sides, good road system, great wildlife, fabulous hunting and many homesites to choose from. This is a great all-around recreational ranch and priced to sell. Owner/broker.

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Quail Hunter’s Paradise!

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These 710± acres offer some of the best quail and deer habitat I have ever seen. The property is game-fenced and offers scientific breeder whitetail genetics, great roads, thick brush, buffel grass (approximately 280 acres) for quail, feed stations in place with quail watering troughs, electricity, a water well, three food plots, one small pond and is priced to sell. Located between Rio Grande City and Hebbronville, this property is surrounded by big neighbors. Morris Killough 210 415-9850.

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These 1,286± acres are just minutes from Laredo, San Ignacio and Falcon Lake. Game fenced and ready to go, this recreational hunting and fishing place offers great diversity of topography

Rare Find - Live Water Central Texas v Uvalde County v Utopia

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This 168± acre property is minutes to Bandera, and San Antonio is just an hour away. This is a unique, all-around place with big trees, nice

with rolling hills, many draws and creek bed areas, thick brush, good deep soils for food plots, a great road system, five-way sendero shooting lanes with quail watering and feeding stations for the wildlife. If this is not enough, then add a big 5±-acre fishing lake with underground piped water and approximately 2.5 miles of underground water piping with water rights to irrigate.

Over 100 whitetail deer with proven trophy genetics roam the ranch. This is also a quail paradise!

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views of the Texas Hill Country and one-ofa-kind live water. This property is great for fishing, hunting and offers free-roaming exotics and county road frontage. Enjoy this land as an outdoorsman’s paradise or just a weekend getaway. This little beauty won’t last long!

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This 392-acre property is near Utopia, offering fabulous Sabinal River frontage with towering

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a luxury custom home high on a hill with panoramic views of the historic Sabinal Canyon and the river below. The home is rock and stucco with three bedrooms, two and one-half baths, a very open

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living area with two rock fireplaces, a large, open kitchen, red oak floors, custom cabinets, library

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cypress trees, limestone rock bluffs, rock formations, crystal-clear waterfalls, a very large spring and

with floor-to-ceiling shelves, computer office, large patio, pool, hot tub, three large outbuildings electric gate and way too much more to list. The property has been in the same family for over 125 years and was one of the sights of the area’s last Indian battle. There is tremendous views, a large field and wildlife everywhere. For an appointment, call Morris Killough, Agent at 210 415-9850.

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Near historic Lost Maples State Park and the beautiful Sabinal Canyon, this game-fenced sportsman’s area has many elk, fallow, axis, blackbuck antelope, oryx and native species! There is a rustic fourbedroom, two- and one-half-bath cabin with lots of open windows overlooking your own springfed lake and views of the Texas Hill Country’s finest mountains and canyons! Add many crystalclear running springs, big deep canyons, flat mountaintops, a great road system, shooting range, equipment barn, workshop, quiet tranquility, but not to remote, and access for any fine car! This turn-key deal is ready for you to move in and start enjoying!

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Texas Hill Country Kendall County v Boerne

This rare and unique find is 30 minutes to San

Antonio, near Boerne, with both sides of three both sides of two crystal-clear, rock-bottom creeks with limestone bluffs, deep holes, rapids, creeks, paved access, a two-bedroom, one-bath waterfalls, four dams and more room for possible future water development. There is paved refurbished dairy barn, large office, large hay access, a nice field, cozy ranch cabin, nice two-bedroom, two-bath rock ranch home with patio, barn, totally game fenced, nice hilltops with lots of wildlife and your own large hilltop for a future dream home of your creation. This is a good views of Texas Hill Country and fabulous fields one and one that won’t last!

for hay production or food plots, all situated in a manicured golf course-type setting. Shown by appointment only. Owner/Broker.

Lost Maples Area!

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This 521 acre property is ready for you to go hunting. This recreational hunting ranch offers a variety of post oak country, views big deep canyons and draws, great road system, a threebedroom, two-bath home, caretaker’s house, equipment barn, well, electricity, five executive deer blinds and feeders, piped water, paved access and all of it ready to go and priced to sell fast. There are free-roaming exotics and great hunting. Owner/broker. Rare find and great deal!

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Medina County 950± Acres

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This outdoorsman’s paradise is only 45 minutes to San Antonio, but still has that quiet and far away feeling! The property has paved access and a real big ranch feel with big valleys, mountains, big tree cover, great views and abundant wildlife! Campsite with water well and electricity! This property is a diamond in the rough and has a great price. This property has big neighbors, big land, a small price and great hunting! Best deal around!

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Located right in the middle of the sought-after Sabinal Canyon, this big ranch has big water, big mountains and canyons. Rarely ever does a ranch of this quality and variety come up for sale. There are both sides of a crystal-clear rock-bottom creek with two dams, plus the gorgeous cypress trees line the Sabinal River. Add a main ranch house, guesthouse, foreman’s house, small cabin, barns, equipment barns, hay barn, a good road system, paved airstrip, lots of bottomland with giant trees and wildlife galore. There are also many freeroaming exotics. Morris Killough 210 415-9850.

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Approximately 694 acres lay minutes to Bandera or San Antonio and offer end-of-the-road privacy, but no seclusion. There is a 7,000±-square-foot, custom-built home situated high on a hilltop with

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standing seam roof, big rock fireplaces in the large great room, living room, master bedroom and gathering room, solid oak flooring, large workout/game room, stainless steel appliances,

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granite countertops, Thermador gas stove and double ovens, private balconies that accentuate

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breathtaking views of the Texas Hill Country. There are covered verandas on all four sides, a

two bedrooms on the second level, large master suite and more. Add a small guesthouse, horse whitetail deer herd. There are 12 bulk feeders, six two-man blinds with feeders, shooting range, four water wells with storage tanks, aviary house, greenhouse with water and electric and a meatprocessing house with walk-in freezer and sausage rack. This is a place for the quality minded!

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Medina County

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This outdoorsman’s recreational paradise is truly one of the finest hunting, fishing or livestock ranches I have ever seen, and is only 45 minutes to San Antonio’s finest restaurants and attractions. This area offers thick brush, big oak trees, rolling hills, quail-hunting strips, paved roads, totally game-fenced with scientific breeder whitetail pens, stocked whitetail genetics from top breeders, many hunting stations with top-quality hunting blinds and feeders, irrigated food plots with five pivot systems powered by a large irrigation well, 18 stock ponds with piped water providing fabulous dove and duck shooting and fishing lakes, a five-bedroom, four- and onehalf-bath lodge sitting on a hilltop with large pool and patio area with outdoor kitchen, also a bunkhouse, foreman’s house, equipment barn, dog kennel and pipe cattle pens.

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Clear Springs 200 Acres Central Texas ❖ McLennan County ❖ Aquilla

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lear Springs is only 30 miles from Waco, Texas. Rolling grasslands and mature

trees cover the landscape. There are three homes and a lodge all connected by the two miles of paved road. The main home has five bedrooms and five baths. There is also a threebedroom, two-bath foreman’s home and a 1860s historic log cabin. In addition to these improvements there is a 12-bedroom, 10-bath

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lodge with a large 20-person conference center.

Eight lakes cover over 25 acres for fishing and playing. A year-round spring feeds the lakes at 160,000 gallons per day. The water supply brings in the wildlife, such as turkey and feral hogs. Other recreational activities include horseback riding with a nice horse barn and roping arena, tennis, swimming in the pool and playing golf on your very own nine-hole course. Make your appointment today to see this year-round recreational ranch. v

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Camp Verde

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riginally a prison camp during the Civil War, this Hill Country ranch

possesses some of the best running water, scenic views and finest improvements. Totally manicured, this ranch features coastal fields, pecan bottoms, lakes, dams and waterfalls.

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Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg This premier 517-acre ranch is one-of-akind in pure classic beauty of the land and improvements. It offers dramatic improved and native pastures, irrigation and Wolf Creek flows strong and freely through the ranch and pecan grove. The state-of-the-art horse facility with large barn, office and living quarters is adjacent to a 400- by 150-foot riding and roping arena. The foremanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home is spacious and conveniently located. The impressive main residence is approximately 7,500 square feet and is an architectural masterpiece. It was designed and remodeled from the original Fredericksburg rock home originally built in the late 1800s.

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Central Texas v Bandera County v Medina

Dos Rios Ranch features 57 acres on the Medina River off Elm Creek Road, just outside of Medina. The newly remodeled farmhouse-style home is over 4,000 square feet. This estate has the look of the 1940s, but the interior has moved into the next century. There are bead-board walls and cypress wood ceilings in the master bedroom and great room and 14-foot ceilings are in the original section of the home. Two large porches provide ample room for enjoying the Hill Country breezes from whatever direction the wind blows. The floors vary from oak and pine to slate and tile. Two beautiful meadows offer room for the horses and cattle to roam, and there is also a rustic barn and rock office/workshop for other “toys”. The Medina river sits on the properties border for .25 miles. If you are looking for a property within one hour of San Antonio with usable land, live water and love the farmhouse style, this is the property for you. $1,500,000.

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This 200-acre ranch with live water and paved roads is tucked away in a secluded corner of the ranch, with a cabin that accommodates four and offers an opportunity for you to enjoy a private retreat without ever leaving the property. It is peaceful and perfect. Behind the cabin,

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You read ads that say “unique” and “one-of-akind,” but seldom does the property measure up. Here is a place that will not disappoint you. There is a property just two miles west of Medina, Texas, that is truly paradise all wrapped up in 26 acres. Both sides of the gorgeous bluegreen waters of the Medina River flow through the “ranchette.” The river has a great swimming

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and fishing hole, dam, numerous springs on the property and a cabana right on the water’s edge.

The land is gorgeously manicured with two fields, a wooded area and a small hill. The main home is like one you have never seen. The original part of the home was built in the 1930s, an addition in 1970 and another addition in 2000. Creativity and functionality are great adjectives to describe this Hill Country homestead. Five unique bedrooms, (six including the guest room in the garage), three and one-half baths, two living rooms, (one is the original 1930s rock house, the other a magnificent log cabin), two dining rooms, an exterior game room, three unique rock fireplaces and much more. The living area consists of approximately 4,000 square feet.

There are too many details to list, so call today to make your appointment to see a unique and one-of-a-kind estate that truly measures up. $1,200,000.

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South Texas v Dimmit County

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Located between Crystal City and Carrizo Springs, this South Texas ranch is high fenced and ready for hunting! It boasts superior deer and lots of quail for the avid sportsman. The most desirable

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deer forage is available in the native brush and trees present throughout the ranch. There is a Carrizo water well, which pumps water to the three stock tanks on the ranch. Access around the ranch is easy on the newly bladed roads. This ranch is typical South Texas brush country, with gently rolling terrain and several higher elevations with nice views. $1,850 per acre.

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258 Acres Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

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This 258-acre live water ranch with spectacular views includes many amenities. The main ranch residence was built on a bluff overlooking the lake to take advantage of the view. The three-bedroom, two- and one-half-bath, Austin stone house was constructed five years ago as the ranchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s guest residence. Its open floor plan boasts a spacious kitchen, expansive great room, large private master suite and a three-car garage. The complex is completed with a standalone equipment shed, also constructed of Austin stone, and a walk-in game cooler. $2,795,000.

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This great ranch has more than two miles of Hamilton Creek running through the hills. The site, locally known as Mormon Mill, features an incredible waterfall on the creek that drops into a blue-green hole that is said to be 60 feet deep. The site is where early Mormon settlers found a home in the late 1850s and created a three-story mill to earn a living. Only a few traces can be found of these early settlers, but the awesome waterfall is still present. The ranch has numerous Klein grass and coastal fields, two quaint farmhouses and much more.

In addition, the ranch has been under a strict game-management program, creating excellent deer and turkey populations. This unique estate is convenient to San Antonio and Austin and perfect for a family homestead. Call today to see this magnificent ranch.

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Great springs feed the creeks throughout the ranch! Two cypress-lined creeks come together and form a nice body of water that runs through the property. This is a unique ranch for the Texas Hill Country area. There are over 1,000 acres of flat hilltops with post oak and blackjack oak trees. These tops are lightly cedared and offer tremendous views and building sites. Another great asset of the ranch is end-of-the-road privacy and no easements through the ranch. There is a charming farmhouse that overlooks the spring-fed pond and offers great fishing and swimming just outside the door. Ranches of this size and quality are becoming a rare find, so hurry before this one is gone! $3,795 per acre.

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Just outside the city limits of Seguin, these 272 acres offer 900± feet of Guadalupe River frontage. The luscious pecan bottom and “carpet grass” make this area superb for picnics and lying in the hammock. The river is locally known as Meadow Lake and is a great fishing and swimming spot. The ranchland has State Highway 123 Bypass and FM 513 frontage.

Rich soil makes the land suitable for growing cattle to hay. Numerous building sites offer Hill Country views. Make your appointment today to visit this perfect ranch that is less than 50 miles to Austin and 30 miles to San Antonio.

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Seguin 272 Acres

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South Texas v McCullough Co. v Brady This premier 400±-acre ranch is truly a hunter’s paradise. It has been improved 100% for hunting complete with a 2,500-squarefoot lodge capable of housing 10 hunters comfortably. The entire property is high fenced and has been under management for over six years. The ranch also has a barn, workshop and deer-processing area complete with a walkin cooler. All equipment is included in the sale.

Nine protein feeders are equipped with Internetaccessible cameras so one can view animals while at the office or home. A 3,000-pound feed hopper with tractor is also included to keep game feeders full. Ranch consists of native brush and pastures. Three of the pastures are improved for planting supplemental food for game. This is an extremely well-kept property and a must-see for all interested. $1,500,000.

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Windwood Ranch 1,410± Acres

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The 1,410±-acre Windwood Ranch invites the discerning buyer to see the phenomenal world-class hunting and ultimate in outdoor entertainment. The Windwood Ranch has been extensively managed for over 20 years with elk, fallow, blackbuck antelope, axis deer, whitetail deer, turkey, quail and dove. Windwood Ranch has more fallow deer in the top end of the record books than any other ranch in the world! The planning, stocking and extensive management of Windwood’s big game herds, turkey, dove and other wildlife has been to combine all amenities to provide the ultimate game preserve, Texas-style. Nine large beautiful ponds stocked with Florida bass, channel cat and blue gill all have permanent water piped to them. Special features of Windwood Ranch are the seven unique

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from the grandeur of the main mission-style mansion, which boasts 7,500 square feet with too many amenities to mention. Also included are guesthomes, a foreman’s house, an Indian house, cowboy house and employee houses.

Other ranch amenities include a good network of interior roads, ancillary buildings, livestock barn, corrals, hay storage, blinds, feeders and other fenced areas. The entire perimeter of property has game-proof fencing. A skeet range, shooting range and putting green are also included on the property. This spectacular property has many possibilities for corporate retreats, development potential or a permanent residence. Windwood Ranch is conveniently

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Gillespie County Ranch 1,329Âą Acres

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This ranch has a prime location conveniently located only 30 minutes from Fredericksburg and Kerrville. This beautiful property has tremendous potential with 1,329 acres, some of the highest elevations in Gillespie County and virtually cedar-free. Amenities include two water wells with windmills, set of working pens, pole barn and paved county road frontage. Panoramic views offer a multitude of possible building sites. Gentle rolling hills with an abundance of trees, such as pecan, Spanish oak and walnut await the new owners. Owners will consider selling ranch in smaller parcels.

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Carta Valley Wildlife Ranch 4,107Âą Acres

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Carta Valley Wildlife Ranch sits on 4,107 acres and is the ultimate exotic and native game ranch. From the time you drive through the impressive main entrance, you will see the superb opportunity to own a very exclusive and highly improved ranch overlooking the Carta Valley. The beautiful five-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath main lodge high on a hill has a Rocky Mountain feel with high ceilings, exposed logs, native rock floors and a gorgeous rock fireplace. Amenities include two homes, mobile home and a great road system. The ranch has five water wells, two with submersible pumps and three windmills. The boundary of the ranch is completely highfenced with four separate high fenced pastures. Two good sets of working pens, barn, feeders, blinds and much more are included. However, the most important feature of this property is the abundance of wildlife. The exotics include axis, fallow, sika, blackbuck, red deer, auodad, red sheep, elk, muflan, ibex and corsican rams. Native game on the ranch includes: whitetail deer, turkey and dove. Priced to sell at only $1,040 per acre. To see a ranch of this caliber is rare in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market! Shown by appointment only.

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Guadalupe River Paradise 81 Acres

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The fabulous Guadalupe River is the focus of the 81Âą-acre estate located on Highway 1340.

Tremendous water opportunities invite everyone to picnic, swim, fish, canoe or just lounge by the cool rushing river. This water oasis includes a four-level chalet-style lodge with six bedrooms and five and one-half baths and two guesthouses. This would be a perfect family or corporate retreat. Other amenities include a large barbecue pavilion, outdoor fire pit, breathtaking views and abundant wildlife. This is truly a rare find in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market. $2,250,000.

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T & H Ranch 130± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kimble County v Junction

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Cradled in the surrounding hills of Junction is the captivating 130±-acre T & H Ranch.

Legendary water with 2,572± feet of the Llano River makes this a premier water property in today’s market. The river bottom is lined with huge oaks, pecan and mesquite trees. An abundance of wildlife, such as white-tailed deer, turkey, dove and quail make this an ideal getaway in the gentle rolling hills. Go back in time with the rustic older home, scenic valleys and river land. Conveniently located to town and Interstate 10, this rare find won’t last long.

Call for a private showing! $8,000 per acre.

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N & B Wildlife Ranch 600± Acres

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This 600±-acre property is located 19 miles west of Garvin Store on Highway 41. N & B Wildlife Ranch has gentle rolling terrain with many live oak trees and entire ranch is under high fence. Many exotics such as black buck, fallow, auodad, axis, sika and red stag roam property. Native wildlife includes trophy-white-tailed deer, turkey and dove. Property also has one water well with submersible pump and one stock tank. All deer blinds and feeders are included. $1,595/acre. Owner would consider selling ranch in smaller parcels. Call for details.

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Located 40 miles south of Ozona, Texas, lies the beautiful Pecos River and Fielder Draw.

Amenities include one 40' by 75' pole barn and two water wells. Big rolling hills with panoramic vistas offer tremendous views in all directions. Wildlife abounds with mule deer, white-tailed deer, turkey, quail and dove. Priced at $1,200 per acre.

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Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

Imagine coming home to the rustic beauty, serenity and seclusion of country life on this 82-acre custom estate. Enter this property with its 5 year-old ranch-style home through the private security gate that winds up to the 4,200-square-foot, four bedroom three and one-half-bath rock home with sprinkler system, standing seam metal roof, custom landscaping and four-car carport. Magnificent open great room with 28-foot ceilings, custom wood work, massive stone fireplace and gourmet kitchen with granite countertops overlook the breathtaking pool and cabana. Surround sound stereo system inside and out offers the best entertaining possibilities for the new owners. Cabana and blue lagoon swimming pool includes outdoor fireplace, kitchen, built-in barbecue pit and private bath all overlooking this one-of-a-kind view of the Texas hills. The diverse terrain offers all the ideal elements from high views to several springs in the canyons. The entire property is all under 8-foot game-proof fence. This true Texas estate has it all with country life yet close to town.

Call for a private showing! $1,950,000.

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Clayton Ranch 240 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Harper

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Clayton Ranch features 240 acres and is located three miles west of Harper, with easy access from Kerrville and Fredericksburg, Special features of this ranch include paved county road frontage, three water wells, lots of trees, many possible building sites and an abundance of game. Owner would consider selling separate tracts from 7 to 69 acres, starting at $4,850 per acre. Call for a private showing.

A & L Ranch

562± Acres

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Located in the magnificent Texas Hill Country is the A & L Ranch with 562± secluded acres. The finest scenery, hunting with abundant game and recreational opportunities await the new owners.

The main spring of the North Prong of Medina River originates on this ranch. Amenities include a hunter’s cabin, set of working pens and county road maintenance dead ends at property. Lined along the creek bottom are several varieties of trees, such as cypress, live oak, elm and pecan.

This “Nature’s Hideaway” has been undisturbed and is truly a diamond in the rough. It won’t last long. $2,495 per acre. Call for a private showing.

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Zhorne Ranch 661Âą Acres

Texas Hill Country v Llano County v Llano

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Come and see the diverse natural beauty of the Texas hills on this peaceful ranch! Conveniently located 10 miles east of Llano, the 661 acres of the Zhorne Ranch boast Highway 29 road frontage, a live spring, views, lots of trees and granite outcroppings. Also included in this ranch are two water wells, four tanks, a good set of working pens and an excellent road system. The ranch has an abundance of game, such as whitetail deer, turkey, dove, quail and wild hogs. Owner would consider selling half of this property. Priced at $4,500 per acre.

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Indian Creek Wildlife Ranches Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Rocksprings

Own some of this beautifully scenic wildlife habitat. This end-of-the-road wildlife haven has tree-covered large valleys and rugged hills, 1,880' to 2,280' elevations, heavy liveoak, shinoak and pinon pine cover. Seasonal Indian Creek with axis, elk, fallow, whitetail, turkey, feral hogs, dove and quail. Shared wells. 2,200' airstrip. Electric service by Pedernales Electric Co-op.

115 acres road 1 side, shared well, elec, fence, 1,100' 2/1 home, water system $239,950 146 acres

road 1 side, shared well, fence, feeder, water trough, views

$499,950

156 acres

road 1 side, shared well, fence, feeder, water trough, views

$499,950

301 acres

road 1 side, shared well, 3 water tanks and troughs, protein feeder $999,900

Rocksprings, Texas

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Wildlife Ranch

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Only one mile northwest of Barksdale, this ranch features 1,594' to 2,139' elevations, 2 permanent springs, water well, live oak, shinoak, 8,631 feet of TX Hwy 55 frontage, a 4,825-square-foot luxury three-bedroom, fourbath, three-fireplace, Spanish-style villa with wrought-iron fenced security gated compound, concrete drive and parking area, Blue Haven heated swimming pool with waterfall, Jacuzzi, professionally landscaped and sprinklered grounds,

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also includes a 38' by 60' metal barn, a 70' by 100' metal barn, an 8' by 16' tack house, miles of roads and game fencing. A brilliantly engineered spring water system harvests sweet Hill Country water 24 hours a day at zero energy cost to a reserve of 91,000 gallons in 3 concrete reservoirs to supply the entire ranch. Most of the back of the ranch is rugged hills with awesome views, while most of the highway frontage is gently rolling grasslands with large oaks. The luxury home is located at the foot of the hills with excellent views overlooking the large oak grasslands populated with dove, quail, turkey, axis and whitetail deer. This is the best luxury ranch buy in the Texas Hill Country.

$2.79 million

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Silver Horn Ranches

Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Barksdale

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Only 13 miles west of Barksdale, and minutes by county-maintained road, through scenic large ranches crossed by crystal-clear creeks. This excellent wildlife haven is heavily wooded, rolling oak hill country with elevations of 1,860 to 2,200 feet and wet-weather creeks in an area of very large ranches. Silver Horn Ranches are under wildlife management with a professional wildlife biologist available to advise owners. Wildlife water will be piped to all ranches from shared wells.

Electricity is supplied by Pedernales Electric Co-op. The wildlife habitat of rolling oak and pinon pine forests is home to axis, whitetail deer, elk, turkey, dove, quail and mountain lion.

100 acres

road 1 side, shared well, elec avail

101 acres

road 1 side, shared well, elec avail

$109,950

102 acres

road end, shared well, elec avail

$111,000

103 acres

county road, shared well, elec avail, hilltop views

$113,000

104 acres

road 1 side, fenced 1 side, shared well, elec avail

$114,000

$99,950

105 acres

road 1 side, fenced 1 side, shared well, views, elec

$115,000

107 acres

road 2 sides, shared well, elec avail

$116,950

115 acres

road 2 sides, oak views, shared well, elec avail

$126,000

160 acres

road end, fence 1 side, hilltop views, creek valley

$175,000

201 acres

county road, shared well, elec avail, views, deer

$218,000

233 acres

road end, fence 2 sides, hilltop views, creek valley

$256,000

334 acres

road 2 sides, fence 2 sides, hilltop views, old well

$359,950

393 acres

road end, fence 2 sides, hilltop views, creek valley

$399,950

409 acres

road 1 side, fence 1 side, views, 2 wells, 3 cabins

$499,950

483 acres

road 2 sides, fence 1 side, hilltop views, creek valley

$499,950

542 acres

road end, hilltop views, tank, elec, borders 60,000 ac

600 acres

road end, fenced 2 sides, shared well, elec avail, views

817 acres

road 2 sides, fence 2 sides, shared well, elec, views

1,390 acres

end of road, windmill well, elec avail, views, deer, elk

$699,950 $599,950

$816,000 $1,389,000

2,008 acres

end of road, windmill well, elec avail, views, deer, elk

$1,999,000

3,338 acres

end of road, windmill well, elec avail, views, deer, elk

$3,335,000

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Texas Hill Country Edwards County v Rocksprings

Only 18 miles southwest of Rocksprings with elevations of 1,800 to 2,222 feet and 14,000 feet of highway frontage, this ranch features a 1,600-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bath hilltop home, a 2,436-square-foot barn with a 471-square-foot, one-bedroom, one-bath apartment, a 28' by 12' one-bedroom, one-bath bunkhouse, 2 wells, 20,000-gallon reservoir, 6 miles perimeter fencing, miles of interior roads, liveoak, shinoak, cedar, pinon pine, whitetail, axis, turkey, dove, quail, javelina, feral hogs and aoudad. This ranch ranges from high mesas with multi-mile vistas to rugged canyons and gentle valleys.

1,239 acres

$1.49 million

Rocksprings, Texas

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Level to rolling 2,210' to 2,320' beautifully scenic liveoak, shinoak and cedar wildlife habitat just south of Junction & west of Kerrville, with short county road access to US 377 just minutes from I-10 this high fenced wildlife ranch is a rare find. The 917 foot furnished 3/1 lodge with 12'

Triple B Wildlife Ranch Texas Hill Country Edwards County v Rocksprings

by 16' feed barn, 12,600 feet perimeter game fencing, sub pump well, 1000 gallon tank, 1700 gallon tank, 2,500-gallon tank, water troughs, 7 feeders, 6 box stands, 8 bow stands, 14' WW Gamestock Trailer, extensive interior road system, trophy axis, blackbuck, whitetail and easy owner terms make the Triple B a turn-key opportunity.

227 acres

$499,950

Scenic Wildlife Ranches Texas Hill Country v Edwards, Kinney & Val Verde Counties

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Trophy Deer Ranch Texas Hill Country Kinney County v Brackettville

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Only 20 miles northwest of Brackettville with elevations of 1,460 to 1,691 feet and 3,750 feet of highway frontage on FM 2523, this ranch features a furnished one-bedroom, one-bath lodge, 20-foot container, 496-foot sub pump water well (36 gpm), 310-foot sub pump well, two 5,000-gallon water tanks, thousands of

25 acres

12' by 48' mobil home, 2 blinds, 3 feeders

$39,950

25 acres

390' Cabin, 1 blind, 2 feeders, 2 troughs, County Road

$49,950

43 acres

16' by 16' Cabin, blinds, feeders

$42,950

54 acres

2,060' 4/3 Home, 344' Barn, 10' by 10' Shed, well, fenced, hwy $159,950

55 acres

lodge, elec, blinds, feeder, Hwy 41

62 acres

2,287' fence, 380â&#x20AC;&#x2122; water well, oaks, 2 blinds, elec avail

$139,950 $69,950

68 acres

3,253' fence, oaks, 3 blinds, 1 feeder, elec avail

$79,950

150 acres

Water tank, 3 water troughs, 3 blinds

$119,950

155 acres

679' 2/1 Cabin, 900 gal water tank, 7 blinds, 7 feeders

$122,800

175 acres

cabin, feeder, fencing, shared well

$179,950

490 acres

Hwy frt, elec avail, perimeter fence, trophy whitetail

$439,950

feet of water line to 6 water troughs and a stock pond. This highway frontage wildlife ranch is scenic hills with thick lush valleys of pinon pine, oak, some cedar; grama, buffalo and bluestem grasses for excellent habitat for populations of whitetail deer, turkey, dove and quail with Lake Amistad nearby. The ranch is perimeter fenced and cross-fenced and has been under wildlife management for 20 years with an ongoing cedar

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986 acres

$689,000

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Texas Hill Country v Val Verde County v Del Rio

Only 26 miles north of Del Rio, this beautiful luxury home scenic wildlife ranch with paved county road and US 277 frontage with access just minutes to boat ramp on Lake Amistad is the best of all worlds. The 1,624-square-foot stone and cedar luxury 3/2 CHCA home with all appliances located just above a large wildlife pond, 5 blinds, 7 feeders, extensive interior road

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system, perimeter fenced, level mesas with cedar, blue sage, huisache and huisachillo to scenic pinon covered hills with oak mott and pinyon valleys at 1,680' to 1,822' elevations and abundant wildlife make for a superb recreational opportunity.

483 acres

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Hilltop Haven Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Comfort

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Magnificent views, a beautiful canyon, a spring with a wet-weather creek and nice pastures with excellent native grass can be enjoyed from 2,300 square feet of porches on the hilltop of this 105-acre property. Tucked away in some of the most dramatic and pristine land our state has to offer, this ranch has many shade trees dotting the property that has been cleared of most cedar. In addition to the high perimeter fence, there are low cross fences. The ranch is conveniently located approximately eight miles from Comfort and one hour from San Antonio. The beautiful stucco home has a large master suite, 20-foot ceilings and casual open plan that lends itself to great entertaining. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Luxury Limestone Lifestyle Central Texas v Kendall County v Welfare

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A circular drive leads you to this German-style, limestone, four-bedroom, four-bath home with fabulous two-story great room. The pine-lined walls and cypress-beamed breakfast bar lend themselves to casual living in a warm and inviting atmosphere. A covered porch leads to the custom swimming pool and a large pool house with full kitchen and bath. A workshop, equipment/hay barn, lighted outdoor riding arena and a three-bedroom, two-bath foreman or guesthouse are set on over 100 acres with three water wells and excellent fences and cross

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Wonderful Development Potential Central Texas v Wilson County v Floresville

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This ranch land, adjacent to the city limits of Floresville, has over 290+ acres of beautiful gently rolling land. Water is provided in two stock tanks, a few cattle water troughs, irrigation pivots fed by one well through underground pipes plus wet-weather Pajarito Creek that traverses the property.

Wonderful oak trees provide shade in the hot summer days, and approximately 40 acres of brush provide habitat for deer, turkey, hogs, many types of birds and other variety of wildlife. The property can be subdivided into smaller tracts, and there are an additional 10 acres with home, shop and pool that could be negotiated with the sale of the property.

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This rare offering is located in the heart of big deer country and has over 1,560 acres for your ranching needs and hunting enjoyment. The current owner has 100% possession of the minerals in this rich area and will convey half of that and 100% of the executive rights with the sale of the land. Rolling hills and scattered, diverse brush make this area ideal for thriving wildlife. Deer, turkey, hogs and quail are available in abundance and quality. This area is most unique in that it lends itself perfectly to hunting quail over dogs, yet harbors and grows big game, as well. There are four

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water wells, numerous stock tanks and a number of plugged chalk wells suitable for conversion into Carrizo Sands high-volume water wells. Additional features include fencing, cross-fencing, cattle

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Central Texas v Zavala County v Batesville

The highest scoring buck in the state this past season came from Zavala County. The brush types on Rafter R Ranch are excellent for producing phenomenal antler growth. The brush size and variety on this 17,370-acre ranch is really outstanding. The wildlife on the property is impressive.

The whitetail deer herd has been carefully managed, producing excellent quality and numbers.

In addition to the deer, there are lots of turkey, quail and dove. The terrain throughout the ranch varies; on the north side, there are 3.5 miles of beautiful Leona River and its gorgeous river bottom to the rolling guajillo and bull mesquite country on the south end of the property.

The improvements on the ranch consist of a magnificent ranch compound, which includes a 7,000-square-foot main house with a 3,400-square-foot primary guest home, two guesthouses for visiting hunters and separate dinning facility for visitors. State-of-the-art dog kennels were constructed two years ago, which must be seen to be believed. There are four water wells and nine stock tanks, most of which are stocked with bass and catfish. Ranch roads are excellent and very well maintained. The perimeter fences are predominately low-fenced and in good condition.

The ranch has been in the same family for many years and the family has done a tremendous job of managing the property and the wildlife. The neighbors are large ranches and the property is only 85 miles from downtown San Antonio.

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Central Texas v Comal County v Spring Branch This stunning custom Mediterranean-style, four-bedroom, four-bath home sits on 20 acres of heavily wooded private land. The main house, with a grand foyer featuring a 20-foot, stair-stepped ceiling, offers 50 plus windows from which to enjoy fabulous panoramic and golf course views.

Entertain indoors or out, on any scale, or enjoy endless hours relaxing on the huge open-air patio

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overlooking the pool and hot tub. The master suite has a fireplace and French doors leading to a private outdoor tiled courtyard. The floors are wood, tile and carpet. Magnificent towering oak trees do the landscape. Nearby, the guesthouse just beyond the pool has three bedrooms and one and one-half baths. Other features include a 20' by 30' workshop, a 40' by 50' metal building, two wells and a 3,000-gallon storage tank. Agent: Sandra Johnson 210 408-2500. $1,350,000.

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Central Texas v Uvalde County v Sabinal

This 2,656-acre ranch gets its name from former owner Big Hat Carter, a colorful character who wore a very big hat, hence the name. The topography of the ranch is intriguing with moderate-sized hills and rolling terrain throughout the ranch. Blanco Creek provides magnificent live water on the property and Hackberry Creek, a wet-weather creek, runs almost the entire length of the ranch, providing a haven for wildlife throughout the property. The ranch house has three bedrooms and two bathrooms; the exterior is rock, the roof is metal and there is central air and wood floors and approximately 1,700 square feet of living space. Additional improvements include a guesthouse, hunter’s cabin and five water wells. The fences on the ranch are in generally good condition, and the roads are fair to good. Wildlife on the property includes: whitetail deer, turkey, wild hogs, coyotes, bobcats and the occasional mountain lion. This is an incredibly scenic ranch with amazing recreational amenities only 16 miles from Sabinal and about and 1.5 hours from San Antonio. Ranches like this one aren’t offered for sale very often, and when they are, they usually don’t last very long.

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ocated in Athens, a unique East Texas hideaway exists only minutes from the Metroplex, but worlds

apart in terms of serenity and lifestyle. The impeccable beauty of two tree-lined lakes highlight a private family compound that sits on 280.5 acres. Two picture-perfect lakes are fed from natural freshwater springs that flow majestically out of the sand hills surrounded by a canopy of dogwood, holly, oak and gum trees, gently rolling terrain and an unbelievable array of native East Texas foliage and wildlife. The four-bedroom, fourbath main home was meticulously designed and crafted to create a comfortable, relaxed lifestyle complete with the highest-quality amenities and features. The open main living area and sunroom have vaulted beamed ceilings overlooking the tranquil setting.

Adjacent to the main living area is the kitchen, which has a commercial 48-inch gas grill, convection oven, center work isle and granite countertops. Guest quarters and a fitness center complete with sauna and workout area offer a fabulous view of the grounds and lake. Beautiful palm trees and permanent and seasonal plantings blend to create an oasis that weaves meticulously around the pool with hot tub spa, swim-up bar, waterfall and fireplace. Guest and children can be entertained at the volleyball/play station

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Steve Grant Real Estate complete with imported white sand. The equipment/workshop building is complete with a

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one-bedroom, one-bath apartment ideal for staff living on the grounds. Experience a blend

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Elegant Country Estate Northeast Texas v Van Zandt County v Edom

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The tree-covered hills of East Texas–famous for scenic vistas and natural beauty–provide the backdrop for this unique family retreat on 408 picturesque acres. The main six-bedroom, seven-bath home has been decorated in an Early American-style decor. Features of this comfortable home include hand-hewn beams and plank floors, which create an authentic feel of an early American way of life. Handhewn beams and woodwork milled from trees on the property add to the feel of the home. Guests are welcomed by a winding wood stairway, which is truly a work of art, featuring hand-carved figures and a sculpted natural wood design. Ideal for intimate family gatherings or large parties, the main home boasts a spacious living area with stone wood-burning fireplace, plank floors, a quaint den with wood-burning fireplace and an entertainment center. The kitchen is a culinary fantasy with two gas ranges, walk-in cooler, Sub-Zero refrigerator and wine cooler.

The formal dining area has beamed ceiling and an authentic San Francisco dinner fan.

Two covered porches overlook the landscaped grounds with swimming pool, a fountain and built-in gas grill. The two-bedroom, two-bath guest cottage continues the early American décor. Constructed in part from a historic home in the area, the cottage has a large living area and overlooks the tree-lined 8.5acre lake and two ponds. For those who are equestrian-minded, the property has a stateof-the-art stable with living quarters. The scenic beauty of the property provides miles of riding trails. A lighted riding arena is also available. Located near the quaint East Texas community of Edom, this marvelous offering provides the utmost in amenities, character and privacy. $4,395,000.

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The Lake Place Northeast Texas v Van Zandt County v Canton

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A private tree-lined lake is only a short drive east of Dallas near Canton. This 108-acre property’s focal point is an approximately 20-acre lake with covered fishing pier. Wildlife abounds in this accessible, yet secluded getaway. $685,000.

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Travel the enchanting drive down a country road to the tranquility of this offering. 49+ acres of mature woods, a private stocked lake and a brick cottage complement each other and bring together the perfect getaway. The main home has an open-concept living and dining area and is great for entertaining family and friends. With the gas log fireplace as the focal point, you can create a cozy spot for fall or winter or use the oversized deck outside for spring or summer barbecues or stargazing at night. The bunkhouse awaits the decorator in you to make your statement, while

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the boathouse with its special “over the water” deck awaits the fishing enthusiast. Unfinished and

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Located just west of Tyler, Texas, the Marshall Ranch represents the best of East Texas.

Tremendous elevations, lush bermuda pastures, native hardwood and pines and excellent wildlife habitat, complete with ponds, duck marsh and native hardwoods make up this diverse retreat of 240+ acres. Custom-designed and constructed in 2002, the traditional-style Austin stone/brick three-bedroom, two- and one-half-bath home

offers the finest of quality and comfort. Italian Tuscany ceramic floors, 11-foot ceilings and an open floor plan. Enjoy magnificent views of the property.

Dramatic elevations with open and wooded areas include 200± acres, pastures, wildlife habitat and flat lands. Six ponds and an approximately 18-acre duck marsh are the focal points of the land. Other amenities include a four-stall stable, main barn with office, including an equipment barn, foreman’s residence and 1± mile of pipe fencing. Convenient to Tyler and Athens, Texas, and only a short distance from the Metroplex, the Marshall Ranch is one of the premier offerings in East Texas. $1,450,000.

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Dual electric entry gates open onto a tree-lined

15-acre spring-fed private lake make this 184acre property “the most beautiful acreage” in Henderson County. From its hilly terrain, to its unspoiled land, this property has all that nature has to offer: wooded areas for wildlife

just over an hour from Dallas, this 80-acre estate rolling terrain, private lake and rural privacy.

pastures, heavily wooded areas and a 13- to

which provides high elevations for great views

Minutes from downtown Athens, Texas, and is the perfect mix of fabulous home, gently

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Amazing hilltop views, rolling hills, improved

and open improved pastures for livestock. Its huge mature oaks and stands of pines create a wonderland of beauty throughout every season.

Abundant wildlife abound, including deer and wood ducks. $995,000.

asphalt driveway winding to the custom singlestory brick home with 4,829± square feet, four bedrooms, three baths, great room with 16-foot vaulted ceiling, handmade bookcases, wet bar and classic fireplace. The gourmet kitchen has a vaulted wood ceiling, granite countertops, Garland propane stove, Sub-Zero refrigerator, oversize pantry and joins a large breakfast/ seating area with wood-burning fireplace and tile floors. The master bedroom/bathroom area has a 14-foot vaulted ceiling, his and her walk-in closets, oversized Jacuzzi tub, separate shower, his and her sinks, dressing areas and a private entrance to the spacious patio with 32- by 34foot Gunite pool overlooking rolling pastures and your own 6-acre private lake. To complete this offering, there is a horse barn with efficiency apartment and storage, equipment storage building and pipe and cable fencing enclosing the entrance and home. $950,000.

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4301 Lake Estates Drive 10± Acres

Northeast Texas v Henderson County v Athens

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Enter this 10+-acre property through its solar-powered automatic gate; drive up the gentle incline and admire the stately appearance of this finely built home. The grounds are dotted with newly planted fruit trees of peach, apple and apricot. There are established pecan trees that greet your drive in and native oaks that offer a great backdrop and give cover to the north portion of the property. New and unique describe this home, built in 2005, with natural materials like stone and wood with a partially covered flagstone patio and custom columns that enhance the main covered porches. The entry welcomes you with its tailor-made curved mahogany double doors with beveled glass. This home is complete with four bedrooms, four and one-half baths and three living areas.

The main living area has a wood-burning fireplace and built-in shelves. There is a formal dining or exercise room, a gourmet kitchen that would suit any cook’s dream and a three-car garage.

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This home will accommodate any size family. Custom features of the home include imported

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tile throughout, several walk-in showers with dramatic tile work, unique vanity cabinetry with

appeal afforded with this offering. $499,000.

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Welch Ranch Central Texas v Lampasas Co. v Lampasas

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This beautiful 224 acres is just five minutes from Lampasas. The rolling terrain offers big views of the surrounding countryside. Little Lucy Creek meanders through the ranch and has been dammed to create a nice fishing pond. In addition to the creek, there several other ponds are scattered about, good tree cover for game and two fields consisting of Klein and coastal.

Improvements include two cabins located near the banks of the creek. This is a great place to run livestock or just for recreation.

Luedtke Ranch 1,581 Acres

Central Texas v Burnet Co. v Copperas Cove

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Only one hour northwest of Austin is this outstanding, end-of-the-road ranch, with approximately 1 mile of beautiful Lampasas River frontage. The rolling terrain has great tree cover, coastal field, spectacular views, several ponds, a creek and two nice homes.

The majority of the ranch is high-fenced and has been game-managed. There arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t many like this left.

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Sierra Vista Ranches 20 to 325 Acres

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Unique new Ranch and Estate style scenic property - Pristine Hill Country Ranches with incredible panoramic mountain views - only 30 minutes from San Antonio, but a different time zone with their tranquil, unspoiled setting. A botanical and wildlife paradise with a tremendous variety of native hardwoods including live oaks, wild cherries, madrones, Spanish oaks and mountain laurel, plus plentiful whitetail deer and wild turkey.

Sensible, non-invasive restrictions, real world pricing Now available for previewing. Call for more details!

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Mission Valley Ranch 405 Acres

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Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

Pinnacle mountaintop custom home overlooking miles of beautiful Texas Hill Country - gourmet kitchen, open floor plan, spacious master suite - only 30 minutes from San Antonio via IH-10. Six hay fields nestled alongside two flowing creeks, plus a gorgeous 12-acre lake, 2 smaller ponds, employee quarters and barns, and 1 mile of IH-10 frontage. Absolutely loaded with whitetail and axis deer, plus wild turkey - totally high fenced. A true gem of an estate! $6,500,000.

Los Encinos Guadalupe Ranch 443 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

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Come see this enchanting Hill Country ranch with 1/4 mile of coveted Guadalupe River frontage.

Select from innumerable choice building sites far from crowds, but only 12 miles to Boerne and

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35 minutes to San Antonio. The ranch features thousands of majestic live oaks draped across

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rolling hills, a cozy three-bedroom, two-bath home, nearly 3/4 mile paved road frontage, plus a

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30-acre coastal Bermuda field with metal hay barn and an abundance of whitetail deer, blackbuck antelope and wild turkey. Boerne ISD. $5,200,000.

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Canyon Creek Ranch 190 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

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This magnificent 19,000-square-foot, European-influenced country estate is set gracefully among 190 acres of native Texas hills, commanding panoramic views of mountaintops and rich fertile valleys. The home has been designed with detailed attention to sophistication and style. Some of the most luxurious features are: an expansive 38-foot tall two-story great room with handpainted frescoes on the arched ceiling, a multi-roomed kitchen suite with granite countertops, a digital theater with recliner seating for 12, a climate-controlled wine cellar and tasting room, a luxurious office framed by dramatic view of the mountains, an elegant ballroom with balcony, a self-contained ground-floor suite for extended family, a covered pool with full outdoor kitchen plus an opulent master suite with massive bath and dressing areas. Additional rooms and features are simply too numerous to list. Canyon Creek Ranch is located just off IH-10, only 25 minutes from the conveniences of San Antonio and just five minutes from Boerne. Multiple additional tracts are available. $7,500,000.

Twin Peaks Ranch 292 Acres

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Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Sisterdale

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of Sisterdale - 20 miles to either Boerne or Fredericksburg and 45 minutes to San Antonio. The rustic 2 bedroom, 2 bath cabin offers beautiful views from the porches from each bedroom numerous high-quality building sites if larger accommodations are desired. The ranch features an abundance of native hardwood trees, a flowing creek and several small ponds. Inside the highfenced perimeter is a thriving population of exotic wildlife, including waterbuck, elk, axis and fallow deer plus native whitetail deer and wild turkey. $1,650,000.

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Wildwood Ranch 194 Acres

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Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Comfort

First time on the market in 34 years! This historic ranch offers a little bit of everything that savvy buyers desire in a Hill Country retreat: a fabulous German cut limestone home, attractive barns and out buildings, two tranquil stretches of permanent flowing Cypress Creek, fertile fields of coastal and Klein grass, dense woods alive with axis and whitetail deer coupled with simply unbeatable access off of IH-10- less than 45 minutes to San Antonio and 10 minutes to Kerrville. $1,995,000.

Zoeller Road Guadalupe River Ranch 131 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall Co. v Waring

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Everyone wants flowing water. Enjoy some of the prettiest Guadalupe River frontage to be found in the Texas Hill Country from your own backyard! This scenic farm with 105 acres of improved grasslands is the ideal location for a purebred horse ranch offering gently rolling, deep soiled pastures free of rocks. The property features a modern three-bedroom, two-bath masonry and siding home with standing seam metal roof, fireplace and covered back porch, along with a metal barn and cypress shed. Conveniently located only 20 minutes

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to Boerne and 45 minutes to San Antonio.

Comfort schools. $1,875,000.

397 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Mason County v Mason

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Surrounded by large ranches, this private 397-acre ranch features intriguing granite outcroppings and boulders juxtaposed against rolling hills dotted with wildflowers and mature post oaks

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and blackjack. There are approximately 15 stock ponds, two seasonal creeks, several acres of

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commercial lavender, large pipe working pens and two submersible wells. This is a great set up for

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cattle operation, plus good hunting. The property fronts a paved county road and is conveniently located only 15 minutes north of Mason and one hour from Fredericksburg. $1,340,000.

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Rancho Paraiso 4,059± Acres

South Texas v Duval County v Freer

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Rancho Paraiso is truly a rare find and one of the few ranches in South Texas with a commercial vineyard! Entertain your guests with a big buck in the morning and a glass of wine from your vineyard in the evening. The property offers a 10±-acre lake, 11 water wells and one irrigation well. The diverse habitat has all the components to produce trophy-class game, plus a 500±-acre cultivated field provides food plots. Whitetail deer herd that a renowned biologist deems on par with the finest in South Texas are found on the property, along with three residences, high fencing and easy access via a small paved county road or the paved 2,600±-foot private airstrip! Contact Robert Dullnig.

Big Deer Country 1,544± Acres

South Texas v Webb County v Catarina

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Own a piece of the historic Galvan Ranch in the heart of big deer country! Ready to hunt with perimeter high fencing, management program, great improvements and top-notch deer herd, this

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is rolling terrain with scenic views and brushy creek bottoms and a dramatic three-bedroom,

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two-bath lodge with 19-foot ceiling, fireplace, tile floors, wraparound covered porch, secured

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property offers nice roads, feed stations, food plots, four tanks and a strong Carrizo well. There

storage bins, walk-in cool storage and two carports. Minerals. In the last four years, the ranch whitetail deer, turkey, javelina, hogs, quail and dove. This property is 140± miles southwest of San Antonio and 7± miles west of Highway 83. Contact Robert Dullnig.

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This ranch offers Hill Country seclusion with a unique combination of high scenic hills, magnificent views and useable pasture. There is a nice lake, flowing springs, two tanks, two seasonal creeks, two wells with storage tanks,

Recreational Hill Country Ranch 432± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Bandera

lots of hardwoods; hand cleared of cedar, native and improved pasture with 100± acres suitable for cultivation and a handsome stone and frame residence with three bedrooms, two baths, a fireplace and pool. There is also a substantial barn with corrals. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, lots of turkey plus free-roaming axis. A great potential horse place, this ranch is secluded, but just 9± miles from historic Bandera and under an hour from San Antonio. Contact Al Philip.

Estrella Ranch 422± Acres

South Texas v Jim Hogg County v Guerra

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A prime hunting ranch in an area renowned for trophy deer and bobwhite quail, this ranch is completely high fenced and surrounded by large ranches. The centerpiece of the ranch is a spacious Camargo-style hacienda with high ceilings, courtyard with fountain and deep porches connecting the living/entertaining areas, guest quarters, elegant dining room, commercial-grade kitchen, office, beamed and brick ceilings, mesquite and tile floors and stone fireplaces. The Mirador/tower offers panoramic views of the ranch and star-filled skies. Sandy loam soils offer excellent brush diversity. The ranch has been under game management since

Perfect Hunting 177± Acres

South Texas v Dimmit County v Big Wells

1980 and has an outstanding population of deer, quail, dove, wild hogs, javelina and turkey.

There is a hunting vehicle barn, game processing area, walk-in cooler and a well. This ranch is 35± miles southwest of Hebbronville and 80± miles northwest of McAllen. Contact Al Philip.

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Just 95± miles from San Antonio, west of Dilley, this property offers great hunting in the heart of the Golden Triangle, known for producing large whitetail bucks, brushy creek bottoms to rolling hills and good brush diversity with opens fields. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, turkey, javelina, hogs, quail and dove. There are two earthen tanks, a Carrizo water well and perimeter low fence.

Arroyo Creek flows through the eastern part of the ranch. Contact Robert Dullnig.

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Park Chalk Bluff 400± Acres

South Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

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Since 1940, Park Chalk Bluff, bordering the spring-fed Nueces River, has provided an exceptional year-round park contrasting dramatic terrain and canyon bluffs. This ranch is being sold in its entirety with owner/staff residences, 48 cabins, 75 campsites, 18 RV hook-ups, pavilion, office/ store, garage, barn, boats, etc. This is a scenic property for relaxation or exploration with wildlife plus birds that inhabit and migrate through the area 15± miles north of Uvalde and southwest of San Antonio. Contact John Tarrillion.

Luxury for All 7± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Comal Co. v Bulverde

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The ultimate luxury for both owners and their horses, this property offers beautiful improvements, excellent maintenance and a unique log/timber home with wraparound porches and entertainment deck. Grand trees and rock walls surround the residence with walks and waterfall, four bedrooms, three baths, high ceilings, exposed beams, stone fireplace, wood floors, antique accents, three-car garage, caretaker’s house, four horse stalls, tack/feed building, pen, wash rack, kennel, one well and a concrete cistern. Contact John Tarrillion.

Spect Ranch 248± Acres

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The immeasurable privacy belies the easy IH-35 access and city conveniences minutes from historic New Braunfels. There are magnificent woodlands with 50% improved pastureland, fencing/crossfencing plus pens. A hilltop limestone four bedroom, three and one-half home has three fireplaces, wet bar, office, study, game room and covered porch opening to manicured lawn, landscaped pool, shop and four-car carport. There is also development potential. Contact John Tarrillion.

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Exotic Game Ranch 307± Acres

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Live like the Garden of Eden surrounded by Indian black buck antelope, German red deer, axis deer, European fallow deer and wild turkey among its wildlife. Selectively cleared, the ranch is perimeter high-fenced and cross-fenced with a 3,000±-square-foot lodge with stone fireplace, game room with pool table, fully equipped kitchen and deep covered porch for breezes and views across the idyllic treed grounds. There is also a large metal equipment barn, sheds, catch pen, secured storage bins and a seasonal creek. This ranch is convenient to the IH-10 West and 290 intersection. Contact Rick Kuper.

Pipe Creek Acreage 52± Acres

Texas Hill Country Bandera County v Pipe Creek

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This rare live water property offers numerous tree-covered building sites, flowing creek frontage and easy access to San Antonio. This property is ideal for primary residence or a weekend retreat. The owner will divide into two 26±-acre tracts. Contact Rick Kuper or John Tarrillion.

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Chase Family Retreat Texas Hill Country v Bandera Co. v Medina

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Chase Family Retreat, 230 acres located in the spectacular hills northwest of Medina, features deep canyons with flowing springs, and part ownership in a large lake covering over 10 acres when full. A cozy cabin provides comfortable housing and overlooks a picture-book remote valley with an owned bottomland field in the foreground. Breathtaking vistas, native and exotic game and a quaint Old West hotel and saloon round out this affordable offering. $1,100,000.

Curly H Lake Texas Hill Country v Blanco Co. v Henly

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Curly H Lake is 215 acres of classic Hill Country beauty centered around a stunning 7.5-acre lake up to 25 feet deep and offering the finest in fishing and water recreation. A spring-fed branch of Onion Creek supplies this impoundment, which lies in a private valley setting surrounded by limestone cliffs, scattered hardwoods and towering ridgelines with major league views. Useful improvements include a stone ranch house and outbuildings. $2,500,000.

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Echo Canyon Ranch Texas Hill Country v Sutton Co. v Roosevelt

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Echo Canyon Ranch qualifies as a 462-acre live

water bargain with all-around recreational value rated as top-notch. The clear-flowing, accessible North Llano River is a boundary, offering the finest in fishing and water play attributes. Oak-shrouded hills with distant views, colorful canyons, limestone bluffs, decent housing, excellent game population and easy access near I-10 create an offering that won’t last long in today’s marketplace. $1,300,000.

Renfro/Vasterling Creek Texas Hill Country v Llano County v Castell

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Renfro/Vasterling Creek is 420 acres of gently rolling Llano County ranchland with a major,

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sandy-bottom creek flowing through. A permanent spring trickles from solid granite into this

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scenic stream which holds water much of the time. The bottoms are park-like, with trophy oaks

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Onion Creek Retreat Texas Hill Country v Travis County v Austin

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Onion Creek Retreat is 60 acres only 9 miles

from downtown Austin, with over one-half mile of cypress-lined Onion Creek flowing through. This manicured gem would make a perfect commuter estate and includes clean pastureland, park-like oak bottoms, interesting limestone cliffs and formations and convenient, well-hidden location on a paved country lane. A beautiful fishing lake and stunning elevated homesite round out this package valued at $2,200,000.

Rufi Ranch Texas Hill Country Llano County v Valley Spring

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Rufi Ranch, a 291-acre showplace located near bustling Llano, rates as one of the area’s most manicured properties, while still retaining a degree of wilderness. The front part features improved

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immaculate headquarters, while the back part is high fenced and stocked with fantastic quality exotics. A spring-fed creek bisects the property with exceptional oak and pecan bottoms alongside. Extensive equipment and accessories convey. $3,250,000.

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Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Willow City

Willow City Retreat is a 173-acre refined farmstead with all of the best this scenic part of the Hill Country has to offer. Willow Creek, a major area drainage, bisects the property, creating a riparian hardwood bottom, which provides excellent aesthetics and game habitat. A lovingly restored, two-story German farmhouse is the centerpiece of the functional headquarters area. Manicured fields, mature oak forests, distant views and paved frontage add value. $1,250,000.

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Granite Mt. Springs is 257 acres of all-around recreation located only 8 miles northeast of Llano in a picture-book area of large ranches and no development. The strong-flowing Little Llano River flows through for .30 miles, with several deep holes full of fish and a manicured shoreline that invites one to relax on the granite outcrops under large oaks. Solid deer and turkey populations and a stunning granite mountain with 30-mile views top off this incredible offering. $1,350,000.

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Double D Ranch Central Texas v Kinney Co. v Bracketville

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A beautiful 4,200±-acre live water ranch, this property is east of Uvalde with one of the most beautiful creeks in the area. With a rock bottom, this clear-flowing creek is wider than most rivers in Texas. This spectacular ranch is ideal for a

game management operation or corporate hunting retreat and has great soils with almost no rock, good brush and browse. The Double D ranch covers just over 4,000 acres of distinctive South Texas brush country in Kinney County. The ranch lies on the south side of Highway 90 just outside of Brackettville. As you drive throughout this well-managed ranch, the pride of ownership is quickly observed. Improvements include high fences, wellpositioned living quarters, horse facilities and a lighted roping arena. Please call Ken or Steve to set up a viewing of this tremendous ranch.

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This very productive 1,750±-acre quail/whitetail

Alta Mira Ranch

ranch features 1,200 acres of CRP grassland and oak mott country and 550-acre pasture

South Texas v Duval County v Falfurrias

of native brush near Falfurrias. Solid dove and quail populations are bolstered by excellent water and grain plots. The ranch features excellent bass fishing on an irrigation well-fed lake. Alta Mira Ranch has seven windmills, three submersible wells and one irrigation well producing around 850 GPM. There are two homes on the ranch: main house with five bedrooms, five baths, equipped gym, two-car garage, stainless steel appliances and game room. There is a large metal barn with a new Kubota tractor and implements that will convey with the sale. Alta Mira is a terrific year-round

High Chapparal Ranch

hunting and entertaining ranch with all the

South Texas v Duval County v Freer

amenities needed for your family and friends.

Contact Jay or Ken for more information.

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This South Texas ranch can be purchased as 800± acres or 1,300± acres. It has an established trophy-deer herd, an extensive underground water system and tremendous brush diversity. There are surface tanks and concrete reservoirs, partial game fencing and gentle rolling terrain with nice elevation changes. This ranch has good highway frontage and the feeders and blinds do convey.

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Rancho Bonito Texas Hill Country v Real County v Kerrville

Bear Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kimble Co. v Junction

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Bear Creek Ranch is a nice 1,417±-acre ranch near Junction with good improvements, good water, diverse topography and strong whitetail deer operation. Entire perimeter of ranch is high fenced. Land is covered predominantly with live

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The ranch is located north of Leakey with US Highway 83 frontage. The property features gently rolling “divide” terrain, Grapevine Creek bottom and numerous game-filled draws. The property features excellent views with 2,400-foot plateaus and has been selectively hand-cleared of cedar with live oaks, lacey oaks, Spanish oaks, walnuts, escarpment cherries and native grasses left to flourish. The variety and cover of native brush and grasses serves as a good habitat for both wildlife and livestock, producing a great combination ranch. The ranch has an abundance of axis, sika, blackbuck, whitetail, turkey and hogs. The 2,500+-square-foot lodge is a Spanish-style villa

oaks. The ranch boasts two ranch houses located at each end of the ranch. Both ranch houses have been updated and are in great condition.

Numerous windmill wells and submersible wells are strategically dispersed throughout the ranch.

Good county road frontage makes this a nice turn-key ranch, perfect for this hunting season.

Please call Steve or Ken for more information.

with stucco exterior and clay tile roof, covered porches, enclosed garage and paved road from the highway to the front door. Additionally this ranch features a steel frame “RV” barn, two water wells, and a spring in one of the draws. Call Jay or Ken for a showing.

Broken Antler Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kimble Co. v Junction

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The Broken Antler Ranch is a nice 250±-acre ranch just northwest of Junction. It is comprised of good valley land suitable for food plots on the south end and rolling hills providing great views of the surrounding areas. A nice wetweather creek runs through the lower portion of the ranch. Good live oak trees cover the ranch along with cedar for good habitat cover. There is county road frontage with good access and the perimeter of the ranch is high fenced. Contact Steve or Ken for more information.

Darmstadt Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Sisterdale

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This 169±-acre ranch is ideally located in the heart of the Hill Country. The ranch is only minutes from the town of Sisterdale. Perfect for the gentleman rancher, this ranch is currently ag exempt.

Productive fields are perfect for growing coastal hay or for food plots for the abundant wildlife.

Darmstadt Creek runs through the ranch, offering scenic settings along its path. There is a Hill

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serenity of the ranch from the screened-in back porch. Contact Ken or Steve for more information.

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High View Ranch Texas Hill Country Kimble County v Junction City

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Senorio Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kimble County v Junction

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This is the perfect hunting ranch. This ranch has This is a nice recreational ranch with good paved road frontage on Highway 83. Gentry Creek, a 350± acres, excellent access, two wells, ranch wet-weather creek, runs through the middle of the property, creating a nice valley in the middle. house to relax, hunter’s quarters, implement The ranch has a diversity of trees, including live oaks, cedar elm, hackberry, cedar and mesquite. barn, small pond, field for food plot, great The terrain is rolling with nice views. A new well has been drilled that tested out at about 20± trees, excellent cover, whitetail, axis, aoudad, GPM. The west side of the ranch is high-fenced with the rest of the ranch low fenced. There are blackbuck, fallow, turkey and hogs. Call Scott

good soils along the creek bottoms. Abundant game includes whitetail deer, axis, feral hogs and

for a true turn-key hunting ranch.

turkey. Owner may divide into two tracts. Please call Ken Hoerster for more information.

Elm Creek Ranch Ken Hoerster, Broker Steve Bennett • Jay Whidbee Richard Coiner • Barry Jordan Larry Godfrey • Scott Allen 508 East San Antonio Street Boerne, TX 78006

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A beautiful ranch with Elm Creek meandering through the ranch, located between Menard and Mason, this ranch would make a nice corporate or personal retreat with two houses, six cabins and many nice water features throughout. With water piped throughout the ranch comes from an unrestricted irrigation well. The possibilities are endless. Several creek features highlight the ranch, with a nice pier and observation deck over the creek. Come see the endless views from the hilltops, sit under the oaks and picture yourself relaxing in a hammock along the creek. There are a total of four wells situated throughout the ranch. Please call Ken or Scott to view this beautiful ranch.

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Discover what a well-maintained working ranch should look like. With over 1,600 acres, this ranch has a variety of terrain with high

Texas Deer Ranch Central Texas v Mills County v Brownwood

hills, exceptional views, 300 acres of cultivated pastures and a 25-acre lake. The ranch has high fencing on the perimeter, and the roads are good. With seven wells and seven stock tanks, there is plenty of water for livestock and recreation. The property has four furnished homes and is turn-key with barns and farm equipment. A variety of wildlife roam the ranch, including black buck, fallows, axis and whitetail deer. $4,750,000.

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This corner investment or excellent development tract is located north of San Antonio and consists of approximately 28.54 acres of mostly gently sloping topography. The tract is about

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one mile from the intersection of Highway 281 and Highway 46 West, with 900 feet of frontage This 1,500-acre ranch is located on one of on Highway 46 West (likely to become the next outside loop serving the greater San Antonio the most popular and scenic stretches on the area) and approximately 1,350 feet on Old Boerne Road. $3,735,000.

Brazos River, just a few miles below Possum Kingdom Lake in Palo Pinto County. This is an all-around ranch, with paved road frontage on FM 4 and County Road frontage on Fortune Bend Road. It is very scenic with Dark Valley Creek and canyon running through the ranch.

There are rock outcroppings, great topography and wildlife cover. $8,250,000.

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Strategically located in Parker County, “The Cutting Horse Capital of the World,” this showplace 50-acre ranch features a 7,000-square-foot main home with four bedrooms, three and one-half baths, pool and cabana and a 3,000-square-foot guesthouse with two marble fireplaces, three bedrooms and two and one-half baths. The main barn has seven stalls, apartment, office, tack room, feed room and outdoor arena and cattle pens and is situated high on a hill with breathtaking views. The ranch is

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the nation and only 35 minutes to downtown Fort Worth and one hour Dallas. $1,905,000.

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Picture this shining new Victorian farmhouse around 1910; then, picture it today! All the charm of yesteryear lives right here. A wide covered porch for enjoying the sunrise, a nostalgic Vermont wood stove, a period-style electric range combine to make fresh country memories. The original farmhouse has been expanded to accommodate today’s busy lifestyle. A spacious great room with massive stone fireplace features gleaming 14-inch oak plank floors. Upstairs, the original dormer bedroom with private bath offers great space for guests. A sitting room separates the guest quarters from the master suite. This quiet retreat features a cozy fireplace and outside deck overlooking the tranquil pastures. A king-sized closet features worlds of custom-designed storage.

The 30 acres surrounding the farmhouse are a horseman’s dream. New wood horse fences line the county roadway and a new brick paved driveway leads to the wide veranda side of the house.

The horse barns and outbuildings are constructed of galvanized metal to lend authenticity to the vintage homestead. Golden is located about two hours from DFW, 45 minutes from Tyler and 10 minutes from Mineola. If you are looking for “Small Town USA,” this is it! $585,500.

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This fantastic property is located in scenic Bosque County, just hours from Dallas and Fort Worth. Rolling terrain and diverse vegetation

This luxurious Henderson County ranch sits on a hilltop overlooking rolling meadows, pond and scattered oaks and woods. There are lots of long, paved drives to get around this 18.5-acre

ranch and a circle drive out front graced with a fountain and fabulous loggia out back. There spread out before you as you travel over fields is a three-bedroom, three-bath brick and stone craftsman-style some built in 1996 with 3,800 and mountains. Building sites are prolific if you square feet, two massive living areas, formal dining and breakfast bar, stone fireplace and terrace near “The Old Rock Church” in the historic

and rolling terrain. The property has paved frontage on two sides of the property and is far back Norse District in Central Texas, this is a great from either side for privacy. This home is a showplace and great for large family gatherings and investment opportunity, as well as an incredible entertaining. $825,000. habitat for wildlife and livestock. Cultivated fields, improved grasses and rich cover offer a variety of options to the new owner. Historic homes and carriage house still remain on the premises since the 1800s. Great fencing and lake site make this ideal for livestock or a hunting preserve. Owner will convey 50% of the minerals. $4,262,000.

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This beautiful California-style, three-story home is in the middle of a 180-acre mature pine and oak forest with an abundance of deer, squirrel and turkey. This property features over 5,000 square feet of living area and 11,000 square feet under roof with four bedrooms, four baths, three living areas and numerous decks. $990,000.

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Corporate Retreat - Hunting - Recreation Central Texas * Comanche County * Sidney

teeming with wild game. There is a live, springfed creek and heavy cover. The main house offers three bedrooms, three baths and is near to a airplane hanger and two landing strips. The second house has three bedrooms, two baths and is nestled in the woods next to “Deer Alley.”

Over 1,500 square feet of additional space could be converted for more lodging. Hunting, hiking, horseback riding and endless other activities are possible. With highly productive coastal fields for baling or grazing, massive oak trees, hundreds of pecan trees and mountain views, this is an ideal retreat with lots of character and comfortable lodging just 2.5 hours from Dallas/Fort Worth. $1,500,000. Call for your appointment to visit today!

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Build your dream home on 1,098 acres of land, just two miles of I-30 with four sides of county road frontage. This land is cross-fenced with live creek and would make a great cattle and hunting ranch or recreational property. $1,700,000.

manor from start to finish as you take in the breathtaking millwork of over 7,000 square feet of history. Five incredible bedrooms and four baths accentuate themselves with startling detail and built-in cabinetry throughout. The home also has three wood-burning fireplaces, gorgeous bois-arc and oak hardwood floors and a fantastic kitchen with center island and double convectional oven. The parlor room and dining areas bring a sense of style truly capable of being set in grandeur. This could be retained as a grand home or an elegant bed and breakfast. $750,000.

Prime Breeding and Training Facility Louisiana v Calcasieu Parish v Lake Charles open pasture and 245,000 square feet of barns and stables. There are .5 miles of oval track with

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This 680-acre showplace is in a prime location only one hour from the Dallas Metroplex and features a custom-built mansion, lovingly constructed and completed only six years ago.

With over 18,000-square-foot under roof, this two-story mansion features six bedrooms, six full baths, two powder rooms, two master suites, a complete guesthouse with living room, kitchen, large bedroom and bath. The two-story grand entry features a Gone with the Windstyle double staircase leading to the upstairs landing, opera balcony and art gallery with lighted cabinets. The gallery leads to the game

room with adjoining sitting room, multi-level theatre room with full bar. The two-story great room features 36' ceilings and overlooks the rolling Texas countryside complete with a huge fishing lake.

The gourmet kitchen has a butlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pantry. Next to the kitchen are an elevator and an indoor 40' pool with arched painted cloud ceiling. The downstairs master suite features a sitting room, huge bath/dressing complex and a room-sized closet with electronic clothes racks. This cattle ranch has two 100' by 200' barns, corrals and improved pastures. A rare opportunity to purchase one of the finest ranches in Texas in a prime location with frontage on Interstate 30.

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Stargate Farm, Texas’ premier horse training and breeding facility, has 100 acres in a prime location just north of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex and only minutes from DFW Airport. Designed with the finest equestrian amenities, with quality and craftsmanship at every turn, Stargate was built to host world-class equestrian events, such as the recent North American Symposium with Ulla Salzgeber, silver and gold medalist representing Germany at the 2004 Olympic Games. The main show barn has 20 deluxe stalls, office, two climate-controlled tack rooms, two large wash racks, kitchen, conference room and bathroom with shower. Each stall measures 13' by 14' and has its own

owner’s tack locker. This state-of-the-art facility features an industrial fire suppression system, an overhead fly-spray system, security cameras and motion sensors. The Training Barn has 20, 12' by 12' stalls, each with tack locker and an air-conditioned tack room with bath. Stargate Farm has one of the finest indoor riding arenas is the country. It is climate-controlled with central air and measures 200' by 100' of custom cushion flooring. Overlooking the arena is a custom viewing area with kitchen,

bar and large lounge area and library. The outdoor arena measures 450' by 500' of all-weather cushion footing. Other improvements include a covered round pen, an uncovered round pen and a covered Euro-Walker. Stargate has 30 fenced paddocks, ranging from .125 to 20 acres.

The breeding barn and lab is separate from the training and show barns. Stargate features a custom-built 4,000-foot main home, manager’s home, deluxe apartment over the show barn and ample staff quarters. Stargate offers the buyer the opportunity to purchase one of the world’s finest equestrian properties.

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This is a rare opportunity to own one of the most famous ranches in Texas, the North Star Land & Cattle Company in Winona, Texas. This 2,200-acre showplace has breathtaking views, highly improved pastures, creeks, lakes, wetlands and a potential lake site covering approximately 200 acres. North Star Land & Cattle Company is in a prime location midway between Dallas and Shreveport, just north of Interstate 20 near Tyler. This ranch offers a glimpse of nature at its finest, providing a paradise for the outdoor lover, rancher, developer, hunter or fisherman. There are over 300 acres currently under high fence and the natural wildlife areas, covered with tall pines and hardwoods, offer abundant wildlife, including deer, ducks, dove, wild hogs and other furbearing animals. Fishermen will enjoy the well-stocked lakes with bass, crappie, bream and catfish.

As you enter the ranch through the original stone entry, a paved drive winds across two 4-acre lakes, bringing you to the main house, a recently remolded 6,900-square-foot stone/wood home.

The home features five living areas, new hand-scraped hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, granite countertops and balconies overlooking this lakeside setting. Outside is a 2,450-square-foot deck with stone cooking center, perfect for entertaining. The guest cottage is 2,000 square feet and has also been completely remodeled, including a beautiful patio with outdoor fireplace overlooking the lake. Under construction is a state-of-the-art stone/cedar hunting lodge/conference and office center. Other amenities include a lighted tennis court with fully appointed locker room, a rustic office building/club house, workshop and three barns, one of which is a six-stall horse barn with an upstairs apartment. There are two new sets of cattle pens. The main working facility is approximately 150' by 100' with running water, electricity, hydraulic chute and commercial bulk scale on site.

There are 1,400 acres of pastureland configured in a MIG format, with over 80 paddocks and connecting lanes, all with access to water. Pasture improvements include 200 acres of irrigated Tifton 85 Bermuda grass, and an extensive soil fertility program including liming, poultry litter and other enhancements. There are plans to add an additional 250 acres of irrigation (making a total of 500 irrigated acres) using the K-Line irrigation system, all supported by four new water wells. This is the finest turn-key cattle ranch available in East Texas! For more information, contact Hoffman

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International Properties at 214 698-1736 or at www.MagnificentProperties.com.

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Oklahoma Trophy Ranch Oklahoma v Hughes County v Ada

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Oklahoma Trophy Ranch is in three counties and comprised of 2,960± acres exhibiting some of Oklahoma’s most beautiful features within a high fence. It is a one-of-a-kind, high-end, turn-key hunting ranch that could be an excellent corporate retreat or commercial hunting operation. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own one of the famed ranches in the country. For the past 28 years, Oklahoma Trophy Ranch has been the focal point for countless studies conducted on whitetail deer that have served to influence some of the most renowned biologists in the country.

This property includes 2.5 miles of the famed Muddy Boggy Creek, which meanders through rolling draws and hilly terrain that ascends from about 685 to 865 feet above sea level. With over 27 lakes and ponds (some managed for trophy bass), dense thickets of mature hardwoods, and numerous varieties of trees, plants, shrubs and thigh-high grasses, it is no wonder that two deer over 200” B&C have been taken off the property. Oklahoma Trophy Ranch comes complete with a beautiful 4,000-square-foot home sitting on a ridge, several barns, a lodge that has been used to sleep up to 32 adults, two additional houses for hired help and a tremendous amount of equipment used to run the ranch. With all of the amenities and improvements that come with the property, it is ready to hunt trophy-class whitetails, feral hogs, turkey and quail. Priced at a modest $2,500/acre, it will not last long.

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Big Whitetail Ranch is 500± acres located approximately nine miles north of Bowie, Texas, along the eastern edge of Belknap Creek. It is surrounded by mature hardwoods, including oak, pecan, cedar elm and mesquite. This property has naturally produced whitetails that have been harvested, scoring over 150 B&C. Several large sheds have also been found on the ranch. During normal rain conditions, Big Whitetail Ranch is proud of its 15-acre lake, which contains large

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No expense has been spared in creating this premier Texas Hill Country ranch. By any

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Located in the Texas Hill Country between Kerrville and Hunt, this property is an exceptional value. Meandering along 1,000 feet of river frontage, the land gently rises to meet hardwood trees and fertile meadowland perfect for horses or a vineyard. A separate

measurement, it is most impressive. Offering a rich blend of distinctly unique Hill Country characteristics, its location provides spectacular panoramic views, beautiful valleys, pastures dotted by native Spanish oak and live oak, tillable fields and fertile creek bottomland. Proactive stewardship has resulted in an outstanding population of native and exotic game. Fall Creek flows through the ranch for about two miles. It sends pure, crystal-clear, spring-fed water cascading over limestone creek bed channels and natural rock waterfalls to form deep pools for swimming and fishing. Eight lakes strung like pearls along the creek vary in size from about 1 surface acre to 15 surface acres and provide various recreational opportunities. Multiple executive homes and cabins, an airstrip and proximity to Kerrville offer a tremendous potential for corporate retreat facilities or development. $68,000,000.

lake is stocked with bass and catfish. The complex of homes includes a 4,000-squarefoot main residence. Built with a view of the Guadalupe River, a Mediterranean flair and recently remodeled with entertaining in mind, living areas. Stucco and limestone grace the

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exterior of the second home; an older frame

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it contains five bedrooms and four different

home could be used as a second guest home, office or workshop. What versatility! This possible corporate retreat or extended family getaway offers 1,000 feet of river, three homes, a lake, close to town and a wonderful view of the hills. $1,350,000.

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The Tributary Ranch is located in Kerr County, Texas, one mile from IH-10, on the southwest corner of Highway 27 and Highway 41. This is the land where the buffalos roamed, where the Indians lived, where 100-foot limestone cliffs tower above the fertile valleys below, where springs still flow from the deep laces of the earth to form Johnson Creek, considered one of three tributaries that form the Guadalupe River. Long ago, Texans discovered that animals from around the world enjoy climate and topography similar to that of the Texas Hill Country. The Tributary is located in an area where there is not only an abundance of native game such as whitetail, turkey and dove but also non-native game (exotics) such as, axis, hogs, antelope, red deer, ram and black buck. The Tributary has been called home not only by modern day man but by ancient man as well. To this day, you can still discern the areas where they camped along the ancient waterways.

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building sites. No low-water crossings, paved road frontage and bordered by quality, upscale acreage communities make this perfect for an upscale Hill Country residence or a garden home development. $600,000.

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Featuring 2,225± acres in La Salle County 25± miles southeast of Cotulla on Highway 624, this was the headquarters of the famous Camaron and Dobie Ranch once owned by Pat

Camaron Ranch South Texas v La Salle Co. v Cotulla

Welder. The land is typical South Texas brush with an abundance of mesquite, black bush, guajillo, guayacan and granjeno. Water features include an 80+-acre stocked lake, catfish pond,

numerous waterholes for wildlife plus an extensive network of water lines. An 8' deer-proof fence and management program help produce B&C-class trophy whitetail deer. Wildlife includes axis deer, hog,

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bobcat, mountain lion, turkey, dove and quail. In addition to the main house with maid’s quarters,

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there is a four-car carport flanked by a large utility room, a two-bedroom, one-bath foreman’s house, Consisting of gently rolling ridges typical of a bunkhouse (sleeping up to 15), a second bunkhouse (sleeping for four) and a dining hall. Other Southwest Texas and traversed by the San Pedro amenities consist of a horse barn, helicopter pad, electric gates, feed storage units, cattle pens, tower deer blinds, feeders and a processing area complete with a walk-in cooler. $1,795 per acre.

Creek, as well as several wet-weather creek systems, this land provides outstanding vistas of the surrounding country and neighboring Lake Amistad. Ten minutes from Ciudad Acuna and five minutes from Del Rio, the convenient location

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Fish! Hunt! Relax! Build your getaway lodge or dream home on this 310±-acre ranch between Bandera and Medina in the gorgeous Texas Hill Country. Surrounded by hills and nestled in the midst of cleared grasslands and majestic oaks, the jewel of this property is a 30±-acre private lake.

Quiet and serene, it’s an oasis that routinely produces trophy bass. Wildlife consists of native whitetail and exotic deer including axis, sika, blackbuck and red deer. In addition to the proximity to town, a landing strip makes this property convenient from any location. $2,850,000.

protein vegetation and plentiful water sources have created a hunter’s paradise. A long-term management program and lack of hunting pressure have protected the abundant wildlife populations. Entirely accessible by two-wheel drive vehicle, numerous improvements to this property include a dam, two miles of electric line and water pipe, feed stations and high fencing. Additionally, there is a new Edwards Aquifer irrigation well (tested at 1,400 gpm) and center-pivot irrigation on a fenced 15-acre sesame seed food plot. Outstanding property at an outstanding price. $775 per acre.

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Rolling topography with excellent tree cover and spectacular views grace this acreage situated 10 miles outside Marble Falls, Texas. An hour from San Antonio or an hour from Austin, extensive county road frontage provides easy access to the property. The only limit is imagination when deciding what improvements to make. Add high fencing and deer blinds to develop an exotic hunting ranch. Build your castle atop a hill, and bask in the splendorous views around you. This is an excellent opportunity for a great investment. $4,000,000.

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ourney into the past, through the present and into your future at “Star D Ranch” on the coveted Onion Creek. Your dream

ranch boasts 361± acres of magnificent Texas Hill Country with captivating water features including grottos, creeks and a 1-acre lake.

Your livestock will flourish on the ranch along with the abundant local wildlife including whitetail deer, turkey, fox, dove, quail and more. Enjoy entertaining? Proudly invite your guests to enjoy over 12,000 square feet of main residence, a beautiful heated pool, spa and massive entertainment cabana complete with outdoor cooking facilities. Take the kids or grandkids down to the fishing camp and entertainment pavilion for the time of their lives fishing and swimming in your private

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lake! Two additional homes are perfect for the ranch manager or overnight guests. Horse lovers will be in heaven with over 3,700 square feet of state-of-the-art equine facilities. The attention to detail throughout this estate is second to none! All this, plus prime future land development potential. “Star D Ranch”, history, oak trees, water, Hill Country and luxury all rolled into one. Your true Texas Star is only 20 miles west of Austin. For more information, go to StarDRanch.com or contact us for a private viewing. $12,500,000.

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Papalote Solo is located in the heart of the best whitetail deer hunting in the state of Texas, just north of Batesville fronting paved CR 187. The brush types in this area are excellent for producing phenomenal antler growth. Water is plentiful on the ranch with three ponds, a new water well and over one mile of underground lines to food plots and wildlife watering stations. Improvements

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include: two executive hunting blinds, two2,000# Outback protein feeders, two-1,500# Outback corn feeders, three new hog-proof concrete water troughs and an arrangement of rebuilt cattle pens. Owner/Broker.

Blue Mountain Ranch 3,000 Acres

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La Salle County Ranch 2,018 Acres

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Come see this incredibly versatile, one-of-a-kind horseman, hunter’s and recreational high- fenced ranch with paved Highway 90 frontage. Many amenities, including horse barns, arenas, cattle pens, kennels, 5,000-square-foot hunting lodge, foreman’s house, ranch hand’s house, 13 wildlife

feed stations, numerous food plots, 15 hunting blinds, several bow blinds, ponds, six wells with This high-fenced South Texas hunting ranch buried lines, trophy-class whitetail deer with introduced genetics and abundant native wildlife. offers trophy-whitetail deer with improved This is an extraordinary private retreat!

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does from the King Ranches. Improvements include a three-bedroom, two-bath rock home, a two-bedroom, two-bath foreman’s house, a small walk-in cooler and cleaning station. The ranch has one domestic well and one irrigation well with three miles of underground waterlines to all water troughs. There are 250 acres with a pivot, which is high-fenced separately. There are also several corn and protein feeders.

Native grasses and brush species grow healthy and abundantly throughout the ranch.

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Outstanding high-fenced ranch, one of the finest deer hunting, as well as unsurpassed quail and dove hunting ranches available on the market today. Terrain is diverse, including a wide variety

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of high protein brush species, numerous wet-weather creeks, ponds and lakes. Improvements include: a five-bedroom, five-bath lodge with an outdoor entertaining area and covered porches, a 40' by 60' barn, two grain silos, a new mobile cold storage unit, 36-2,000# protein feeders, 15 blinds, corn feeders and numerous food plots.

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An impressive high-fenced ranch with a combination of elevated plateaus and scenic bluffs from 1,850 feet overlooking beautiful pastures, brush and hardwood covered hills.

Native wildlife is abundant on the ranch as well as eight species of exotics. Water is plentiful and is inclusive of the spring-fed Camp Verde Creek, several ponds, a 5-acre and 3-acre lake and a 200 gpm well with a 5,000-gallon storage tank. Improvements include: a 3,500-squarefoot, 2.5-story, four-bedroom and a two- and one-half-bath rock home.

Bandera County Ranch 444 Acres

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The Depuy Ranch is conveniently located nine miles north of Hondo with 4.5 miles of FM 462 frontage. This beautiful Hill Country ranch offers views from the bluffs along the 4.5 miles of Hondo Creek, which borders the eastern periphery of the ranch. Improvements on the ranch include two older hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cabins, electricity and two wells. This ranch would make an incredible investment property for future development. The owner will divide.

Dinosaur Valley Ranch 484 Acres

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This gorgeous high-fenced Hill Country ranch is located south of Kerrville. Topography is moderately rolling to higher elevations with over 2,000 feet of the live Turtle Creek flowing along the northern boundary of the ranch.

Existing improvements include: a rock home, pole barn, two water wells, electricity, water and many incredible homesites.

Frio River Ranch 384 Acres

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This beautiful Frio River Ranch fronts Highway 127 and FM 2690. The ranch is high-fenced and features huge river bluffs, Indian cave, abundant wildlife, great brush, six water wells and six houses overlooking the river, with a total of 26,000 feet of Frio frontage. This ranch is perfect for recreational development.

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Arenosa Creek Ranch

The Arenosa Creek Ranch has some attractive features that would appeal to a wide variety

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Central Texas v Kinney County v Uvalde

compromise for people that want the views of the hill country but the brush and the deer of south Texas. Creek drainages, big mesquite and oak trees, shallow underground water, electricity, and a good location known for excellent wildlife add to the overall attractiveness. The ranch has an attractive price tag on it in comparison to the prices of South Texas or the Hill Country. The owner will consider selling the ranch in two tracts.

Chiltipin Creek Ranch 6,436 Acres

South Texas v Duval County v George West

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First time offered on the market in 30 years,

Rancho Lago Vista 1,980 Acres

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This turn-key ranch is ready to go. This ranch is game-fenced with houses, barns, a water well,

this ranch is undeveloped with all first-growth water lines, plenty of ponds, food plots, excellent roads, some exotics, great brush, big deer native brush and offers a good combination and over one mile of Nueces River frontage! The ranch has been heavily managed to ensure the of rolling ridges, big valleys and sandy soil. whitetails reach their maximum potential. It is noticeable everywhere you look that the owners Chiltipin Creek passes through the ranch have taken great pride in building this ranch into a true showplace. for over three miles and offers big lake development potential! Basic improvements include several water wells, some all-weather interior roads, and 70% high game fencing.

This ranch is only 30 minutes south of George West, Texas.

Palo Blanco Ranch 2,670 Acres 1845 Water Street â&#x20AC;˘ Kerrville, TX 78028

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This ranch is located in the heart of the golden triangle! It has big brush, some red dirt and is loaded with game. Basic improvements include one house and eight stock tanks. This ranch has been game managed and protein fed.

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Terrell County Ranch 14,916 Acres

West Texas v Terrell County v Del Rio

Pertle Creek Ranch

1,070 Acres

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Terrell Country Ranch is approximately 1.5 hours west of Del Rio. This outstanding hunting ranch has good brush coverage, breathtaking canyons, large wide valleys with good soil and scenic mountains with tremendous views up to

The McMullen County Ranch is right in the middle of big deer country. The entire ranch is first- 2,500 feet in elevation. There are five water wells, growth giant brush with very big trees. Because of the diversity and density of brush, the wildlife a spring, electricity through the ranch and a small does very well. With Choke Canyon Lake close by, you are just minutes away from some of the ranch house. Game includes good numbers of best fishing the state offers. Another plus about McMullen County is it has one of the lowest whitetail deer, some mule deer, bob white quail, blue quail, turkey and hogs. $250/acre.

property tax bases in all of South Texas.

Kimble County Live Creek Ranch

700 Acres

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Just one hour west of Kerrville is 700Âą acres of beautiful Texas Hill Country. There is approximately 1,000 feet of beautiful live creek with giant bluffs in the background. This ranch has scenic views up to 2,130 feet in elevation, a good variation of bottomland and large oak trees. You will find great hunting for whitetail, turkey, hogs and roaming exotics such as axis deer. There is county road frontage and agriculture exemption is in place. The owner is a licensed real estate broker. $2,350/acre.

Camp Verde Creek Ranch 444 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Bandera

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This beautiful ranch is 13 miles south of Kerrville near Camp Verde. The gorgeous live creek has great lake potential and there is a new 5-acre lake and spring-fed ponds stocked with fish. Camp Verde Creek Ranch has fantastic views of the Texas Hill Country and building sites loaded with colorful hardwoods. The ranch features a 3,500-square-foot rock home, perimeter high fence, many exotics, whitetail up to 150 class and paved road frontage on Farm to Market 173. $3,650,000.

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MLC Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

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This 100-acre Hill Country beauty features a custom rock home with 4,054 square feet of living area, Covered porches and barbecue area for entertainment, insulated barn, hay barn, pipe fencing, pens, round pen, two wells, pond, seasonal creek, huge trees, rolling landscape, views,

manicured

grounds,

agriculture

exemption and native and exotic animals roam the land. This is a pristine ranch with great attention to detail. Call Marc for your exclusive showing. $1,795,000.

Center Point Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kerr Co. v Center Point

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Center Point Ranch boasts 69.81 acres, 889 feet of Guadalupe River frontage, 43-acre coastal field, views, great 2,264-square-foot Hill Country rock home, well, 585-square-foot, one-bedroom rock guest quarters, 100' by 60' metal pole barn, 51' by 40' enclosed barn, two pivot irrigation systems, working pens with electronic scales and fenced. This is a unique find with 153-acre feet of irrigation rights per year. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this one! Call Marc for your exclusive showing. $1,395,000.

Marc Sherron, Broker 877 Harper Road Kerrville, TX 78028

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Muy Alto Ranch Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Harper

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These 900 acres are in Gillespie County off Highway 783, between Kerrville and Harper. This unique ranch is low-fenced and has one windmill. There is water from Spring Branch and live springs that run through the ranch, making this a unique opportunity to find live water of this quality. $4,500,000.

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Serengeti Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kimble Co. v London

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London, Texas, offers some of the finest hunting in the country. Many exotic and African game habitat this 164.57-acre ranch.

Located in the heart of the Hill Country, this turn-key operation includes 14 feeders, 11 hunting blinds, three Hum Bugs, three hauling trailers, ready to hunt, sell hunts, corporation retreat, camera safaris. Main Lodge, threebedroom, two and one-half baths, Leopard Lodge sleeps 10, Zebra Lodge sleeps six. All three buildings fully furnished, including 125 trophy mounts. Priced at $1,775,000. Call Sam Hutchison for private showing.

Red Oak Canyon Ranch Texas Hill Country v Bandera Co. v Utopia

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Just minutes to Utopia, Texas, fronting on Highway 470 are a stunning 103.77 acres with a 30- by 50-foot barn, well, free-range wildlife, custom home with 3,200 square feet, four bedrooms, four baths, three-car garage, wraparound porches, standing seam metal roof, granite countertops, wood-burning stove, tile and carpet flooring, custom cabinets and wet bar are just a few features this wonderful home has to offer. Gated entry, paved drive and incredible views are all part of this wonderful estate. Call Marc to view this great property. $1,395,000.

Guadalupe River Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

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Enjoy exploring these 36 acres on the Guadalupe River. The property features a 5,065-squarefoot home, pool, hot tub, regulation tennis court, 40' by 50' workshop, 30' by 60' hay barn, 1,000 feet of Guadalupe River frontage, great road frontage, great views, private entrance gate and close to Comanche Trace Golf Course. $2,100,000

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Views of Enchanted Rock

Gomaringen Ranch

Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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One-of-a-kind 47-acre tract northwest of Fredericksburg across the road from the well-

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known Enchanted Rock State Park offers With a special name for a special place, this ranch offers first-class entrance with automatic gate for outstanding views of “the Rock,” as well as this high-fenced 300-acre ranch southwest of Fredericksburg. Treed pastureland has good variation hilltop building sites (perfect for a weekend of terrain, including hilltop building sites with good views. Live water includes a small spring-fed cabin), excellent tree and grass cover, scenic creek, two spring-fed stock tanks plus property already has electricity and a water well. Pastureland rock outcroppings and a beautiful little

offers good grass and tree cover, including large live oaks and post oaks with approximately 70% of

seasonal creek meandering through the granite

the cedar removed. Good hunting in this area. $5,000/ac. Listed by Vic Nixon.

rocks and occasionally fanning nice little pools.

There’s bountiful wildlife, including whitetail deer and axis. Don’t wait. Call today for an appointment to view this rare find! $502,005.

Listed by Vic Nixon.

Klein Branch Creek Ranch Nixon Real Estate Residential • Recreational Farm • Ranch • Commercial Vic Nixon, Broker 830 997-2187

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This ranch has it all—beautiful water for fishing, lots of wooded pastureland with an abundance of deer and turkey, a large herd of Blackbuck Antelope, plus an awesome members-only golf course just one half-mile down the road. This 371.54-acre ranch offers approximately 1,900 feet of Klein Branch Creek (both sides), an outstanding wide creek with a dam, plus a large stock tank. Enjoy the antics of dozens of hummingbirds sipping from the feeders while you relax on the large front porch of the charming two-story, spacious, country-style main home tucked beneath the massive oak trees. Even guests will delight in the single-wide mobile guest quarters with large covered porch and lovely interior decor. An unrestored log cabin, frame barn and a large metal shop/barn

info@nixonrealestate.com are among several outbuildings on the property. This nicely timbered ranch with good water is a www.nixonrealestate.com rare find. Don’t hesitate. Listed by Roy Herbort. $2,300,000.

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Hidden Oasis Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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Imagine a 36.8-acre tract of land completely encircled by water; what a unique setting for a bed and breakfast, corporate retreat or health spa and resort located less than a mile from Fredericksburg’s well-known Main St. Four private units replicate the late 1800s limestone main house, plus two suites are part of an addition to the main house, a professionally restored two-bedroom, two-bath historic rock home with great attention to detail. Outbuildings include a large garage/workshop and greenhouse. If used as a business, retreat or resort, the compound offers a dry sauna, massage room, hot tub and in-ground pool. The grounds and surroundings are nicely manicured, private and offer a beautiful pastoral setting hidden away at the edge of town. Call for full details. $2,700,000. Listed by Mike Starks.

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Beautiful post oaks surround this spacious Hill Country limestone four-bedroom, fourand one-half-bath home on 7.27 acres offering plenty of space for your horses, 4-H project or a few head of cattle. Better yet is being in a country setting, but only two miles from Fredericksburg city limits. This over 3,000square-foot home offers plenty of room for the family with lots of extras, from the gorgeous

Beautiful Post Oaks Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

kitchen with granite countertops to the huge approximately 28' by 18' recreation/media room and the spacious master bedroom and custom-tiled bath and shower. This is a home you’ll want to call your own. $449,000. Listed

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Approximately 1,400' of river frontage and

by Mike Starks.

native pastureland with a variety of tree cover, including pecan bottom along the river, make up this 47.99-acre tract southwest

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of Fredericksburg. The ranch house is a comfortable three-bedroom, two-bath stucco with two living areas and generous rooms.

Being good country for horses or cattle, the perimeter of the ranch is fenced and there is a metal A-pole barn ideal for hay storage and ranch equipment. The house is serviced by well and septic. This is a pretty water property waiting to be turned into a first-class recreational property. $960,000. Listed by Del Behrens.

Pedernales River Ranch Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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Willow City Loop Ranch 209 Acres

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Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

Beautiful views just begin to describe the Willow City Loop Ranch. There is very nice house, guesthouse, two barns and a pond. Lots of oak trees, fertile pastures and fields, and both native and exotic game are a few features that make this ranch a must-see! In addition, there are two water wells and a small set of pens. $4,950/acre.

Fajita Flats Ranch 554 Acres

South Texas v Frio County v Devine

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The Fajita Flats has been highly improved with three pivot irrigators, electric well, metal pens and one hay barn. 80% of the fencing is newly replaced, and there are two large stock tanks on the property. This is a very beautiful ranch, improved and ready for haying or running cattle. Excellent hunting for whitetail deer, turkey, dove and quail! $2,500/acre.

Johnson Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kerr County

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Located only five miles from Ingram, Texas, this one-of-a-kind property is truly a rare find.

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Beautiful Johnson Creek winds through the property, creating over 3,900 feet of beautiful water features ideal for swimming, fishing and entertaining. This family retreat features expansive views from the four-bedroom, three-bath home and a setting one must see to appreciate. Abundant native and exotic wildlife add to the charm of deep swimming holes, large mature trees and gently rolling meadows. Owner will consider subdividing.

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Der Heimplatz 56 Acres

Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

83+ Acres

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Texas Hill Country v Real County v Leakey

orchard, two turn-of-the-century barns, one

Frio - River Dream Place

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This area five minutes north of Fredericksburg offers fantastic horse country. The property is fenced/crossed-fenced, has fertile coastal pastures, post oaks, three wells, a small

This is a one-of-a-kind find, bordering a large ranch with excellent hunting, fishing and unforgettable implement barn with water/electric, a 1930s views! It has a new 3,000Âą-square-foot home with large wraparound porches under construction native stone home, root cellar, large pecan ready for your final touches for completion and a bluff overlooking the river with gentle walkway

trees, and an additional 74 acres of fenced lush

for easy access for total family enjoyment. This rare find will not last long. $1,250,000.

field available. $795,000.

Divide Ranch 1,427 Acres

Texas Hill Country Kerr County v Mountain Home

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This ranch is fantastic for hunting, with some open oak tree areas and an abundance of shin oak and scrub oak for excellent browse for white tail deer, Exotics, turkey, dove and quail.

There is one water well and a good set of cattle pens with two miles of highway frontage. New on the market, this ranch has a great location 20 miles from Kerrville. Call for a showing. $2,750/acre.

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Bandera County 411+ Acres

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Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Tarpley

A new home, live water, views and land â&#x20AC;&#x201D; what more could a person want? This gorgeous one-of-a-kind place has all of that to offer and so much more.

The property itself varies from hilltops to gorgeous pasturelands. There is high fencing, 150 acres of planted native grasses, miles of fencing, a superb road system and culverts throughout the property for easy access anywhere you would like to go. There are limestone bluffs, gorgeous rock bottoms and crystal-clear creeks. This is a very prestigious property and home. The nearly 7,000-square-foot home includes maids quarters and guest house and is absolutely stunning! Put on a hilltop so you can enjoy the peace and tranquility all your own, the three-bedroom, five-bath home offers a study, gym, open floor plan and windows everywhere. This home offers everything imaginable inside and out, including an indoor/outdoor audio system, wireless computer capability, travertine and antique oak flooring, granite countertops, Thermador appliances, wet bar and so much more. Outdoors, you have a built-in gas grill, ice maker, barbecue area and tons of rock patio space to go along with the gorgeous infinity-edge heated pool. Enjoy entertaining and the views. This one-of-a-kind property and a must-see. This property my be divide. Substantial price reduction!

Bret Beach 164 Ranch Drive â&#x20AC;˘ Boerne, TX 78006

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Cordillera Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Boerne

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This gorgeous estate-style Hill Country home is in the sought-after location of Cordillera Ranch with its Jack Nicholaus golf course and country club. This home is 6,000± square feet and offers a media room, den, living area, high ceilings, chef’s kitchen, master suite and bath with two-sided fireplace, his and her closets and so much more. Relax or entertain in the beautiful pool with its lush surroundings. Also, for the horseman, you have a sixstall barn with runs, tack room, feed room, apartment, exercise room, sound system, etc.

Everything you need is here!

Gorgeous Hill Country Home Texas Hill Country Kendall County v Boerne

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These 5 gorgeous acres are in the Boerne School District with great location. There is a spectacular 3,600-square-foot, three-bedroom, three-bath home with a great floor plan. It is absolutely gorgeous inside. You have to see this home to believe it. There is too much to mention, and the home can be sold completely furnished! This Hill Country-style home has a metal roof, rock exterior, paved driveway, tons of oaks and views. This is a special home and a must-see!

Live Water Ranch 690 Acres

Central Texas v Uvalde County v Leakey

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You will love this property! There are gorgeous hilltop views, beautiful bottomland with valleys and most of all, crystal-clear running springs and great hunting. Located eight miles south of Leakey with a mile of highway frontage, this one-of-a-kind property is priced to sell fast.

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Roberts Spur Ranch Southeast Texas v Walker County v Huntsville

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A fully restored farm home from the 1880s graces this 375-acre ranch. The property is fenced and cross-fenced, ready for livestock. The home features hardwood floors throughout, and the large family room centers on a brick wood-burning

fireplace.

Modern

kitchen

appliances are concealed in old-style cabinetry.

Covered porches and a metal roof add to the historic ambience. The ranch also offers a guesthouse for visitors or live-in ranch help.

Robertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spur Ranch is peaceful and secluded, yet just minutes from I-45! $1,250,000.

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Rose Road Southeast Texas v Montgomery County v Willis

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This unique cedar-sided ranch home of 5,880 square feet was designed for comfortable living and

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gracious entertaining on 16.8 acres only twenty miles from The Woodlands. The property features a pond, two barns, one with full bath, dog kennel and pastures fenced and cross-fenced ready for your horses or cattle. Light restrictions are in place to maintain values. The game room has room for a pool table, shuffleboard, poker table, full bar and includes an atmosphere-controlled wine cellar. The spacious master bedroom offers a rock fireplace and sitting area. A cedar deck, covered spa and pier with covered gazebo make outdoor entertaining a breeze. This is a true Texas treasure! $675,000.

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M&S Ranch Southeast Texas v Walker County v New Waverly

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M&S Ranch is 48 acres ready for you and your animals. There is a 3,200-square-foot ranch home built in 1999. Open living/dining/ kitchen and wide back porch make for great entertaining. Living room has aspen vaulted ceiling and a sandstone fireplace. The home has three bedrooms, two and one-half baths, office and an extra room off the master bedroom.

Sandstone is also used for front of the house and porch pillars. Improvements include a sixstall horse barn with office and half-bath; large hay/equipment barn, cattle pens, pastures for horses and cattle, all with water and power.

There is also an 8-acre lake stocked with bass, catfish and perch, a boathouse, two boat slips, camp house and lights on the lake. Everything is first class at the M&S. $1,200,000.

Established 1967

Double J

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Central Texas v Madison County v Normangee

This 379-acre ranch fronts OSR and West Caney Road, just west of Normangee, with a fourbedroom, two-bath ranch home. There is a spacious hay barn, equipment barn with shop, covered pipe working pens with working chute, loading ramp, sorting pens, horse barn with six

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stalls, feed/tack room, four stock ponds, four large loafing sheds in the coastal Bermuda pastures

206 Liberty â&#x20AC;˘ P.O. Box 1370 Montgomery, TX 77356

and 6-inch irrigation lines to all the large pastures. The irrigation well needs repair. The Double J

936 597-3301

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Lost River Ranch

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Central Texas v Austin County v Sealy

Lost River Ranch is so close to the city, yet in the middle of a beautiful, tranquil world. Cross through a decorative iron gate into a large pasture of improved grasses interrupted by grazing cattle, pecan trees and a pond creating a feeling of distance between the main house and civilization. An impressive home of stone and glass sits on these 158 acres among tall trees highlighted by the wildlife and water of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;lost riverâ&#x20AC;? nearby. A truly unique ranch. $1,800,000.

Freedom Farm

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Central Texas Washington County v Washington

This modest country farmhouse sits quietly on 23+ acres near Washington-on-the-Brazos.

The restored home offers approximately 1,136 square feet with three bedrooms, two baths, French doors and wood floors. The wraparound porch affords tranquil views as you sip lemonade and take in the view of the wide-open spaces backed by woods. Stock the

The Wood-Hughes Home Central Texas v Washington Co. v Brenham

pond and fish until your heart is content as you live life relaxing country style. $275,000.

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Offered to the discerning buyer, this mansion, completed in 1897, is an excellent example of late Victorian residential architecture with Eastlake influences. Listed as a Texas Historic Landmark in 1973 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990, this home is completely functional as a family residence.

Located on a large lot on the edge of the Historical District of downtown Brenham, the home is a very comfortable and manageable, 4,487 square feet of living space with four bedrooms, four baths and an additional 920 square feet of porches. Truly a rare gem for those who share the vision and appreciation for continuing the legacy attached to this unique home. Price reduced to $675,000.

Rim Fire Ranches Central Texas v Austin County v Cat Spring

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the rolling terrain of beautiful wooded areas and meadows interspersed by high hills, ponds and wet-weather creeks. Sandy soil lends itself to cattle, horse or wildlife operations. A wonderful location in the Cat Spring-New Ulm area, just a short distance from FM 1094, makes this unusual property the perfect place to plan and build your weekend or permanent home.

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Located just 50 minutes from Houston’s medical center, this 145-acre “gentleman’s farm” features massive live oaks, improved rolling pastures, pecan and fruit orchards, woods and 1,500 feet of San Bernard River frontage allowing for accessibility to the Gulf.

This ranch is ideal for horses or cattle. An electronic security gate opens to a winding road that leads to a two-lane, 25-meter lap pool and state-of-the-art, 6,200-square-foot home

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with a multitude of surprising extra features,

Southeast Texas v Brazoria County v West Columbia

including storm shutters, security cameras and copper roof. $1,900,000.

Winchester Ranch Central Texas v Fayette County v Winchester

Peach Grove Farm Central Texas v Waller Co. v Waller

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This 87-acre farm offers an unusual opportunity as an investment property, commuter home or a weekend retreat. The center of the tract displays massive live oak trees surrounding a two-story home of approximately 3,600 square feet with six bedrooms and large open areas for entertaining. The back of the home opens onto a lovely patio and deck with a swimming pool

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Escape from the hassles of corporate America, and step back in time to the early 1900s as you enter

and spa stationed in one corner highlighted this nostalgic 1912 Sears Roebuck Mail Order House sitting atop a hill on 200 high rolling acres. by an “adult tree house.” The central lawn is Approximately 100 feet of wide porches wrap around two sides of the five-bedroom, three-bath bordered by lovely groves of peach trees lined home, offering tranquil views of the countryside and grazing cattle. Cool off with a dip in the pool,

in visual harmony with rows of landscaping

relax under the gazebo, sun bathe on the deck or take advantage of the two lakes and two ponds

trees and other fruit trees for a versatile crop

that present perfect fishing holes stocked with bass and catfish. Approximately .5 mile of frontage

production throughout the year. The farm is on Pin Oak Creek and rolling hills provide great opportunities for horseback riding, four-wheeling equipped with barn, offices and a functional or hiking for both young and old alike. A lifetime of adventures await you. $1,150,000. pond with a decorative fountain. Package

Cuttin’ Low Ranch II Central Texas v Austin County v Shelby

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this unusual property within security gates in a growing area of Waller Country for an enjoyable investment. $2,200,000.

In addition to a great location with exceptional horse improvements, this property provides a high hill to build the main house your way.

This stunning horse ranch features 73 acres of rolling topography, massive live oaks and scenic views. The ranch is well equipped with a

premier 24-stall barn with office, a steel span-covered riding arena, round pen, equipment barn and employee housing. This is an outstanding find for the serious equestrian. $950,000.

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Special Property Near Argyle Metroplex v Denton County v Argyle

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Come see this ranch located in the fast-growing Dallas, Ft. Worth, Denton Triangle, just east of Argyle. This property features 28 acres with a 4,500square-foot main house with three bedrooms, two baths, dining room, den, study, large pool with spa and cabana with kitchen. The guesthouse has three bedrooms, two baths, dining room and a lovely porch to relax on after a hard dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work. There are four barns that include a free-standing shop, four rental apartments, 2,000 square feet, each with covered parking, four rental offices, five ponds, over 70,000 square feet of patterned concrete roads, miniature railroad with one mile of tract, three trains each with own engine, bridges and trestle and a red caboose. $4,900,000.

823 Acres Near Lake Kickapoo Northwest Texas Archer County v Holliday

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This is excellent deer and wildlife country with light grazing for cattle. Immediately north of Lake Kickapoo (common boundary with city property around lake). This rough, open country features fence improvements and is ideal for hunting. Dan Mahoney 214 750-9300.

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Peaceful Country Getaway Northeast Texas v Wood County v Quitman

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You will love this four-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath, one-story house on approximately 50 acres of land with a lovely 5-acre, spring-fed lake. This is a beautiful country getaway retreat. Dan Mahoney 800 626-3279.

Beautiful East Texas Cattle Ranch Southeast Texas Van Zandt County v Grand Saline

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This is a beautiful, 139-acre East Texas cattle ranch with scattered trees, wooded areas and new 25- to 30-acre lake. The wood-framed, three-bedroom farmhouse would make a great caretakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home, and there are several building sites overlooking the lake. Is currently leased by a neighbor who maintains the pasture and runs cattle, giving the owner an agricultural tax exemption. This is an easy drive from Dallas.

Doug Shelton 972 380-7869.

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Located minutes from the Austin County communities of Cat Spring and New Ulm and a relaxing 50 minute drive from Houston, this 487acre ranch is an exceptional property. This property features significant elevation changes and breathtaking panoramic views. The ranch land is sandy loam and covered with lush Coastal and Klein grasses, and enhanced by both dense wooded areas and scattered mature oak trees. The entire ranch is perimeter-fenced and cross-fenced with King Ranch heavy gauge wire. The cross-fencing creates seven separate pastures with adjoining alleyways, allowing one to simply open a gate to easily move livestock to the centrally located pipe coral working pens. With eight ponds located on the ranch, each pasture has a significant water supply. The ranch has over 5,000 feet of county road frontage which enhances its investment potential. The main ranch home is located near the center of the ranch and enjoys complete privacy. Built in a grove of large oak trees in 1988, the home is of brick construction with a composition roof and features four bedrooms and five and one-half baths with over 4,600 square feet of living area. A two-bedroom, one-bath guest home, a horse barn and large barn/shop round out the improvements on the ranch. Simply speaking, this is an exceptional property.

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Imagine this setting! A comfortable, rustic, ranch-style home selectively constructed among majestic live oak trees, enhanced by natural vegetation and overlooking the East Navidad Creek, which is the eastern boundary of this 47-acre farm. Peddie Farm is located west of Schulenburg, approximately 3.5 miles north of Interstate 10 and approximately 4 miles west of Highway 77. Featuring a combination of easy access, utmost seclusion, a 1.5 surfaceacre lake, 8 acres of actively managed coastal grasses and being home to an abundance of wildlife, one quickly realizes that The Peddie Farm is very special. The main home consists of approximately 1,986 square feet living area, three bedrooms, two baths, large dining room and great room with a very functional covered porch main entry of which a portion is screenedin. Other improvements include a one-bedroom, one-bath, guest home, barn and storage building.

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Welcome to country living at its finest. This absolutely gorgeous 15-acre ranch has it all.

With beautiful views and stately oaks, this immaculately maintained home is located just minutes from downtown Bellville. The location of the home provides quick access to city conveniences and award winning schools.

This home features four bedrooms, three full

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With 3,084 square feet of living area and 3,864

square feet of total area, this home provides plenty of space. The fenced back yard opens onto a stunning flagstone patio perfect for outdoor entertaining. With a lovely rose garden, fishpond and greenhouse, the home is lavishly landscaped with flowering perennials that bloom in the spring and summer, leaving the whole area ablaze in color. The landscaping is served by an extensive sprinkler system powered by a separate water well to keep the grass green all summer long. A two-car detached garage features a separate workshop area, two upstairs rooms and covered porch for outdoor activities. An additional two-car garage and large pump house provides for additional storage area.

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Take just a moment and imagine this picturesque setting: a spacious home constructed of hardi-plank and stone with a metal roof selectively located at the peak of one of the highest hills in Austin County, west of Industry, and it can be yours! The home, with an open floor plan, features approximately 3,990 square feet of living area, three bedrooms, two full baths, two-half baths, a large family living area with a wood stove enclosed in rock and wrought iron and a basement that is home for the game room and big screen projection TV. The improvements are located near the center of 43.5 gently rolling acres of land covered with lush native grasses and wild flowers. With county road frontage on Rockhouse and Richter Roads, this property enjoys excellent investment potential. All this and more! You must see this property!!

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Sit on your spacious back porch and watch the rain clouds roll across the hills adjoining these 76+ gently rolling acres. A beautiful southern home with three bedrooms, three baths, butler’s pantry and an office are combined with a keeping room, kitchen and breakfast area convenient to the comfortably elegant living room and dining room. A wood-burning fireplace in the keeping room and a second remote-controlled fireplace in the living area adds a touch of coziness and warmth.

Tasteful, lighted built-ins enhance the natural light of the ample windows throughout the home.

From within the home, one will enjoy dynamic views across the pool to coastal pastures and down to the oak and pecan-lined, all-weather creek area where deer and other wildlife can be seen crossing the property. Two nice ponds and a large barn/workshop accommodate a small cattle operation.

Located in north Colorado County near Frelsburg, a relaxing one-hour drive to Houston, enjoy country living in elegant style.

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Everything you could want on a ranch is right here. These 76 acres feature a 3,000-square-foot, five-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath house, a 4,800-square-foot barn with utilities and lots of built-ins and a 6-acre lake with a dock. Located just 35 miles east of McKinney, with highway frontage, pipe-rail entrances and new fences, this ranch is a must see! $499,000.

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These densely wooded and private 17.29 acres on paved road are well located just 35 miles north of Stonebriar Mall in Frisco and two miles west of Preston Road in Dallasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; booming north corridor. This ideal estate offers a building site bordered by a newly constructed 4-acre lake with dock and utilities in place. This area is ready to build, gated, fenced and offers a driveway and water service line. Offered at $150,000 with financing terms.

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This majestic, secluded hilltop with superb highway frontage borders a 20+-acre conservation lake and Mill Creek. With great tree vistas, this ideal getaway is just north of DFW and 40 miles from McKinney. The owner is installing utilities, a driveway, entry and many more improvements. $316,000.

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Lost River Ranch

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Texas Metroplex v Hunt County v Lone Oak This ranch is a distinctive estate property in close proximity to DFW and North Texas. Superb location, unique setting, quality improvements and superior access. These are the features of land ownership that yield maximum appreciation and result in a country land investment frequently used in your lifestyle. Featuring beautiful rolling terrain down to the Sabine River bottom, this property offers a wonderful combination of treestudded pastures and dense animal habitat and wetlands. Remote, private, yet easily accessed, the Lost River Ranch includes many improvements, including a gorgeous Austin stone home. This three-bedroom, two-bath home, completed in 2001, overlooks river bottoms from a shaded knoll and has wraparound porches, amphitheater fire pit, connected garage/barn and a 1-acre sprinkled lawn inside pipe rail. The secluded homesite is situated back 1,500 feet from paved road down a tree-lined driveway. The property also has four lakes, separate stock pastures for cows and horses, stock barn, all-weather roads, helipad, several miles of creek frontage and numerous established hunting blinds and game feeders. This place would be a perfect fit for a hunting retreat or a family ranch. $899,000.

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Perched in the high Hill Country along the Devil’s Backbone outside of Canyon Lake, this hand-built custom Spanish Mission-style home with Texas blue rock exterior sits on 50 private, gated acres and is surrounded by a 2,630-acre ranch. With Santa Fe interiors, a

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kiva-style library, tile courtyard and spacious This magnificent 37-acre, Mediterranean-style estate sits on 700 feet of waterfront on the great room, this picturesque ranch showcases Pedernales arm of Lake Travis. Incredible attention to detail and high quality finish is evident the beauty of the Texas Hill Country. Includes in every inch of the 6,600-square-foot main home. Other features include a detached guest barn with utilities and large entertainment home, guest casita and horse stables with fenced pastures. Custom pool, gardens and outdoor pavilion. Just five minutes to Canyon Lake and kitchen highlight the manicured grounds leading to an elevator down to a floating boat dock.

15 minutes to Wimberley and San Marcos. This luxurious ranch is just 10 minutes from shopping at the new Galleria and 35 minutes from Offered for $1,395,000.

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Set against the natural palate of the Hill Country, this 22.8-acre private estate evokes the perfect balance of elegance and serenity throughout the five bedrooms and five and one-half baths.

Colors and natural materials please the most discerning eye and walls of windows allow natural light to enhance the open living spaces. Enjoy the upstairs game room or linger on the balcony to embrace the welcome distraction of far off vistas. Relax in the 60-foot custom pool before a much anticipated meal prepared in the gourmet kitchen. Your guests will benefit from the same elegance and convenience the main home has to offer in the separate one-bedroom, one-bath retreat. Dripping Springs, ISD. This property is only 20 minutes to downtown Austin and 25 minutes to the airport. Offered for $1,500,000.

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Minutes away from downtown Austin, these 16 private, gated acres are highlighted by a 5,530square-foot Spanish Mediterranean home with pool house, pool and tennis courts and detached 2,000± square-foot garage/workshop with two bedroom and one bath guest apartment and helipad. The spacious main home includes four bedrooms, four and one-half baths, three formal dining areas as well as solarium, atrium, media room and great room with fireplace. Fully fenced

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South Texas v Victoria County v Inez

The historic Keeran Headquarters Ranch is located seven miles southeast of Inez on approximately three miles of Garcitas Creek. From the ranch, you can launch your boat, relax on a scenic cruise to Lavaca Bay or fish for trout and redfish from the oak-studded banks of Garcitas Creek. Whitetailed deer, turkey, quail, ducks and dove are abundant throughout the 2,054.61-acre ranch. The Keeran Ranch is some of the earliest settled and oldest ranchland in Texas. The heart of the estate is an impressive 8,000-square-foot main house that has stood on the ranch for nearly 100 years.

Completely updated during the past year, the house offers large-scale rooms with breathtaking views. The grand entry leads to spacious living.

View the stately main house from a 2,000-square-foot pool house surrounding a totally refurbished 40' by 80' pool. The property also boasts two bunkhouses, garage with storage, water tower and a bomb shelter complete with generator, two baths, a kitchen and endless creative opportunities.

This incomparable property is only 1.5 hours from Houston, two hours from San Antonio and 20 minutes from the dynamic Texas Gulf Coast. For more information on this property, please visit www.keeranheadquartersranch.com.

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Ross Ranch Texas Hill Country v Blanco Co. v Blanco

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This fabulous custom rock home sits on 67 acres and was built by a well-known contractor as his personal residence. Quality workmanship and special touches are evident from the minute you enter the gate. Approximately 5,000 square feet in size, the home boasts four bedrooms, three and one-half baths, huge covered porch, pool, cabana with kitchen and bath, two wells and much more, all overlooking over 900 feet of both sides of Miller Creek. Privacy, beauty, relaxation and enjoyment are what you will encounter here at this very special place!

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Located off Highway 290 between Johnson City and Fredericksburg, this quality subdivision features only 13 tracts, most of which are 25 acres or more. Great views, lots of game, paved roads and reasonable restrictions have made this one a “fast-mover.” Only four tracts left, but they are nice. Agriculture “wildlife” exempt.

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This is the newest development in Blanco County! Now underway, this development offers tracts from 5 to 100+ acres. Spectacular views, 80 acres of common area with lakes, hills and trials, deer and exotics plus paved roads; all combine to make this one of the finest projects around.

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of the Hill Country, this ranch has some of everything. From paved access to great privacy, hayfields to shady creek, hilltop homesites, to the excellent cabin with garage and from pecancovered bottomland to spectacular views; you will find it all here Lots of game, five wells, pond and more make this a must-see! Horsefriendly and agriculture “wildlife” exempt.

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Wonderful large pastures of coastal Bermuda for cattle or hay operation span across 400 acres of prime ranch land located only 35 miles from Austin. This exceptionally well-manicured ranch features a large rock, three-bedroom, three-bath home with outstanding views of the entire valley from the back porch. There is a large covered arena and pipe horse pens for the equestrian-minded individual and three large spring-fed lakes for livestock operation. The Stockade Ranch is located in near Paige and is currently used as cattle/horse operation as well as haymaking. $3,500,000.

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wide valleys below, grace 485 acres of premier waterfront property located only minutes from Kerrville. Over .25 miles of Turtle Creek meanders down the ranch boundary to make a picturesque setting of waterfalls, crystal clear rock bottoms and large boulders for wading or just relaxing in the water. The property features an older rock home with outbuildings, barn and high fencing on two sides, making it great for development potential.

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The Santa Clara Ranch spans 23,000 acres, and is close to Lake Amistad, Mexico and Big Bend National Park. There is excellent highway frontage from Highway 90 frontage on both

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sides for 8 miles. This well-watered ranch is perfect for livestock or wildlife with five wells, several miles of pipeline and troughs.

Experience excellent hunting for whitetail deer, turkey, javelina, bobwhite and blue quail and an occasional mule deer. Approximately 5,036 acres of state classified minerals pass with ownership. Great hunting ranch or development potential! $5,750,000.

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Middle Yancy Creek meanders through the ranch and has numerous spring-fed and permanent water sites, high bluffs and caves along the creek to provide beautiful views over 601 acres. An abundance of whitetail deer, exotics, turkey, dove and wild hogs are

Yancy Creek Ranch Central Texas Lampasas County v Lampasas

on this ranch. Come see the spectacular views from the tops of the hills. This ranch is rugged, but beautiful and full of potential for the right buyer! $1,803,000.

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Contract Pending. A commanding presence in northwest Burnet County, the 21,053±-acre Goodrich Ranch represents the largest single-ranch opportunity in decades in the Texas Highland Lakes. Boasting nearly 11 miles of majestic frontage along Texas’ largest river, the Colorado, the property offers stunning vistas, ample wildlife, clear-running streams and the ability to participate in the increasing popularity of Lake Buchanan, the last to be developed of the Texas Hill Country’s seven major lakes. The raw beauty of nature in this wildest state immediately touches one’s soul. The reverence in the silence of the land makes one almost ask for permission to walk around the bend in the creek to see the next incredible nature scene. Robert Goodrich fiercely guarded and protected the ranch’s natural habitat and vegetation. His great respect for the land has preserved the raw natural beauty that can be found nowhere else but within the Goodrich Ranch’s fence lines.

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The Robinson Ranch is a 19,600±-acre tract that is a unique combination of a working farm and ranch that is a breathtaking example of nature at its finest. The ranch has been in operation by the same family for over 50 years. There are over nine miles of Lavaca River frontage and two miles on both sides of the Chicolete Creek.

Giant oak and pecan trees line the waterways and lush grasslands, making this one of the most picturesque ranches in the state. It is less than one hour from the west Houston area and two hours from San Antonio or Austin.

Approximately 8,500± acres are served by seven wells and irrigation canals and are used for rice crops and a cattle operation. The ranch has 1,843± acres of rice allotments, of which 900± acres are rotated annually. The balance is used for cattle. As irrigated pasture, this area might support up to one cow per acre. The remaining 11,100± acres have lush grasses that are utilized for grazing.

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Opening to the public in December 1999, Canyon Of The Eagles is the result of a unique public/ private partnership between COE and the Lower Colorado River Authority “LCRA”, an Austin based River Authority and quasi-state agency. The property is about one hour and 15 minutes northwest of Austin and one hour and 45 minutes north of San Antonio. COE owned facilities totaling 46,000+ square feet of improvements that include 16 four-room lodging buildings with a total of 64 rooms.

There are three styles of rooms: 20 lodge rooms with two queen beds, 22 connecting cottage rooms

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bed. In addition to the 16 lodging buildings, the project includes a unique round swimming pool

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These 2,230± acres are located in La Salle County, approximately 25 miles southeast of Cotulla on Highway 624 and Cameron Lane.

The property may be sold as a whole or a

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1,000-acre tract may be sold with the

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improvements, Once owned by Pat Welder, this is the headquarters of the famous Cameron and Dobie Ranch, known for the

South Texas v La Salle County v Cotulla

exceptional whitetail deer population. There are excellent whitetail genetics, including drop tines; other game include axis, hogs, mountain lion, turkey, dove, quail and other varmints. The land is typical South Texas brush with an abundance of mesquite, black brush, guajilla, guayacan and granjeno. There is a large stocked lake (approximately 80 acres when full) near the headquarters compound. There is a catfish pond, which is about 30 feet deep when full and is loaded with big catfish. There are about 30 to 40 acres of fields that have been used for commercial dove hunts and deer hunting. Improvements include a 4,000±-square-foot main house is a 1950s brick home with tile floors, two large bedrooms with tile baths and dressing areas, a main living room with a huge petrified wood fireplace and antique wagon wheel chandelier, television room with fireplace and half-bath and a large dining room with a game area on the side, a small bunkhouse sleeps four, a large bunkhouse sleeps 15, camp kitchen, two-bedroom foreman’s house, helicopter pad and much more. $1,695 per acre.

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Hidden in the heart of South Texas is this magnificent tropical paradise. Built on 238 acres three miles west of Cotulla is a 3,400-square-foot home with five/four bedrooms, three baths, stone fireplace, European ceramic tile flooring, custom hardwood cabinetry, game room and study.

Perfect for entertaining, it also includes a three-car carport, which also doubles as an entertainment area/dance floor. In addition, there is a pool with spa and waterfall, patio and barbecue pit. The ranch also includes five pipe horse stalls, cattle pens with troughs, horse barn with tack and feed room. There is an abundance of wildlife on the property, including dove and quail, wild hogs and whitetail deer. The property is perfect for a weekend getaway or permanent residence. Seller will consider selling the home with smaller amount of acreage. Price reduced $650,000.

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Approximately 35 miles southeast of Cotulla, Texas, on the Cameron Lane, this property offers seven tanks stocked with fish, a white stone, three-bedroom, two-bath lodge with fireplace and bar constructed in October 1998, a two-bedroom, two-bath cabin, walk -in cooler, barns and more. The property was high fenced in 1994; since then, an extensive game management program has been implemented with feeding of protein and supplements ongoing year-round, and four breeder bucks with drop tine genetics were added in 2006.

There is excellent quail, dove and exotics hunting, making this ranch a hunter’s dream.

Over the years, Heaven’s Gate Ranch has won various awards in deer contests. This ranch is one-of-a-kind! There are surface-only minerals and no production: $2,000 per acre.

Bear Creek Ranch 250± Acres

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This magnificent property in Kendall and Kerr Counties fronts for almost one mile on Highway 87 between Fredericksburg and Comfort. The beautiful oak trees, spring-fed creek, and abundant wild game make this a Hill Country gem. For a private estate or a fabulous development, this familyowned property on the market for the first time is something you must see. $3,750,000.

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Kimble County Junction Ranch 9,700 Acres

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This classic Texas Hill Country ranch is located 110 miles northwest of San Antonio and five miles north of the town of Junction. The ranch terrain offers lush wooded valleys, scenic foothills,

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rugged canyons and wooded creek-bottom pastures. Spring-fed Gentry Creek transverses the property for about one mile. For over 70 years, the ranch has been a cattle ranch, as well as a ranch with an abundance of game, including native whitetail deer, wild turkey, quail, dove, hogs and some exotic game. This is a rare opportunity to own a classic ranch of 9,700 acres that features the very best of the Texas Hill Country. There is a spring-fed creek, beautiful pastures with oak and pecan trees, fantastic views, rugged, spectacular hills and canyons, scenic foothills and lush creek-bottom areas. $1,800 per acre. Contact Beaux Cook at 830 896-1122 or 210 387-9949 for additional information or to schedule private showing.

Texas Hill Country Ranch 1,900 Acres

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This premier Texas Hill Country ranch, about 15 miles northwest of Kerrville, is owned by a prominent Texas businessman who has spared no expense to create the most impressive ranch available. The ranch features the very best Texas Hill Country characteristics, including beautiful pastures with large Spanish oak, post oak, live oak and other native trees, high plateau country with spectacular panoramic views, beautiful valleys with tillable fields and a spring-fed creek that flows through the ranch cascading over small waterfalls for about a mile. Four concrete dams and four beautiful lakes at various points along the creek provide recreational opportunities: swimming, fishing, tubing and skiing. Located on a high plateau is an estate residence of about 3,500 square feet plus a party barn and a 2,600-foot paved landing strip.

The boundary is high-fenced and an extensive game management program has produced an outstanding population of native and exotic game. The mile of pure, spring-fed creek,

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This is one of the most unique properties in the Hill Country! One-of-a-kind improvements will make you feel at home as soon as you step through the front door of the cozy twobedroom, two-bath main home. This home has a large open living room with a fireplace and a South American hardwood deck in the rear of the home, with a spa area surrounded by trees.

There is a guest home on Broken Horn Ranch that is also a two-bedroom two-bath, with a large outdoor fire pit. The barn/workshop has

Broken Horn Ranch 1,000 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Mason County v Mason

all the extras, including a covered mezzanine for storage. On the south end of the ranch, there are strong, permanent springs, two operating windmills and a large cistern. Views on the property are magnificent and one-of-a-kind. This ranch is rich with wildlife and has an excellent variety of birdlife, as well. The Broken Horn has been game managed for six years and is reaping the benefits. If you are looking for a unique piece of property, conveniently located between, Mason, Kerrville, Harper and Fredericksburg, come take a look at this Hill Country Jewel.

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These are stunning 30- to 80-acre ranches just west of Llano, on or near Pecan Creek. This is the newest and finest gated ranch community in Llano. There is a water well on every piece of property. Each ranch will be secluded and private with paved road frontage and all the conveniences of being close to town. These ranches have abundant wildlife and plenty of room for your dream home. If you are looking for that perfect piece of land with all the Hill Country views you could ask for, take a look at Rough Hollow Ranch and see what it has to offer. You wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be disappointed! Call for individual ranch details.

Rough Hollow Ranch 30 to 80 Acres

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BabyHead Mountain Ranch consists of 224 acres and is approximately 9 miles north of Llano on County Road 226 in the historic BabyHead Mountain Range. This ranch features beautiful, rugged, terrain that makes for some excellent building sites with spectacular views of the surrounding Hill Country. The ranch is loaded with deer, deer stands and has paved

BabyHead Mountain Ranch Texas Hill Country v Llano County v Llano

county road frontage, and there is a mobile home already on the property. This would make a great hunting retreat in the heart of the Hill Country. Larger ranches available. Call for more details.

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Located approximately 3 miles south of Llano off Highway 16 on County Road 312, the Riley Ranch boasts 81 acres of beautiful scenic views and rolling hill country with some granite outcroppings that add just enough character. The property has great building spots and large live oaks for hot summer shade. Come take a look at this Hill Country jewel. Call for more details.

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Rancho San Miguel is approximately 6,000 acres of Hill Country ranch land just 25 minutes west of Austin. The Ranchoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spectacular Hill Country topography creates a rich selection of ranches that include 30-mile vistas, private lake sites and fertile valleys. Ranches from 50 to 1,000 acres and larger are available within the Rancho, assuring enough elbowroom for everyone. Architectural standards and development limitations will enhance quality of the community and help preserve property value. Rancho San Miguel is only five minutes from Lake Travis, 20 minutes from the Hill Country Galleria and 15 minutes from worldclass golf courses. Amenities include 15 miles of equestrian/hiking trails, a private runway, paved roads and underground electric. Gated and secure, Rancho San Miguel is pleasantly secluded, yet Austinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s urban delights are only minutes away.

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Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

Live Oak Creek Ranch features 100 acres just outside the city limits with live water, productive soils and a spacious home in one package and ready to go! There are coastal Bermuda pastures for grazing or haying, a 4,000-squarefoot home with unique architectural features including a portion being an 1800s dog-trot log cabin, several outbuildings and a whole lot more. Take the virtual tour online, or call Dennis for an appointment.

Circle W Ranch Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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The Circle W consists of 352 park-like acres in the heart of the Hill Country just west of Fredericksburg. Amenities include a Germanstyle, 4,500-square-foot home consisting of three bedrooms and three and one-half baths with exposed timber trusses, rock interior walls and much more. The ranch also features a 2,500-square-foot guesthouse and a large barn with horse stalls. Other improvements include corrals, and about 60% of the ranch is highfenced. Shown by appointment. Call Darlene or take the virtual tour online.

Bear Creek Retreat Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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The 11.67-acre Bear Creek retreat features around 800 feet of frontage on one of Gillespie Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest creeks. Located about 10 miles southwest of Fredericksburg, this property already has a structure in place that consists of an apartment ideal for a weekend retreat, shop and storage area plus a covered porch to watch the deer and turkey. The current structure overlooks the creek, and two wells are in place as is a septic system. Large oaks, pecans and cedar elm line the creek; there is plenty of room to build your new home on this horse-friendly soil, quality restrictions ensure the integrity of the area. Ask for Dennis.

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Texas Hill Country Hays County v Dripping Springs

These 350± acres represent the picture-perfect Central Texas Hill Country. Austin’s notable and favored Barton Creek winds through the verdant pastureland for about .5 miles. Enjoy cool deep stone swimming holes and natural waterfalls of pristine, spring-fed water! This land boasts a bit of everything that the Hill Country can offer. Upper pasture areas are lush with natural grasses, live oak, elm and pecan trees and are bristling with additional live water, native deer and wild turkey. This land is protected by a conservation easement, and there is a 1,300' hilltop homesite with 50-mile views. A very rare oasis, this ranch is surrounded on three sides by conservation land and has a state-of-the-art rainwater collection system, fenced horse pastures and a 20,000-square-foot covered arena. Imagine this kind of tranquility and privacy just three minutes from downtown Dripping Springs, exemplary schools, shops and restaurants and only 20 minutes to South Austin’s music venues, golf courses and all the amenities that Austin is famous for. $4,900,000.

Adjacent, 100±-acres with spring-fed lake also available, $1,399,900.

Capitol Area Realty Austin Area Ranch and Waterfront Specialist

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The Falls on Rancho Madrone Texas Hill Country v Hays County v Wimberley

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This beautiful Tuscan Villa is tucked away deep in the foothills of Texas Hill Country’s fabled Devil’s Backbone. The property consists of 25 acres, and the home is located at the headwaters of Pierce Creek, which flows on three sides and features waterfalls that can be enjoyed off the main living deck. Pierce Creek meanders around the property through a small canyon and series of grottos, creating several additional downstream waterfalls. The house was completed in late 2004, and the design features extensive use of glass, making the home light and airy and creating a feel of oneness with the surrounding outdoors. There are too many design features to list, and the quality of the finishes is of the highest standards. The gourmet kitchen and great room feature 20-foot ceilings and a massive adobe fireplace flanked by the 450-square-foot main living deck overlooking Pierce Creek.

The property is professionally landscaped to blend perfectly with the natural setting. The Falls Ranch is both private and secluded, yet only 10 minutes from Wimberley Village and the Blanco River. Shown by appointment only to discerning buyers seeking a unique property in Wimberley Valley. This is the trophy home you have been searching for!

Lonesome Oaks Ranch Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Johnson City

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Lonesome Oaks Ranch is 252 aces of pure Texas Hill Country! High-fenced and high cross-fenced, this property has been mostly cleared of cedar and has good grass cover for grazing. A seasonal creek has been dammed to create a small lake. The property features a 4,800-square-foot Tuscany-style ranch house (completed 2005) that is steel framed with a steel “clay tile” roof and features a Jenn-Air kitchen and a separate guest suite, all of which is built around a magnificent pool. The homesite is located adjacent to the lake towards the back of the ranch for maximum privacy. There is a 3,200-square-foot barn with foreman’s quarters.

This ranch is located in Blanco County just north of Johnson City, convenient to San Antonio and Austin and just minutes from Fredericksburg. This is the perfect answer to a gentleman rancher’s dream. Longhorn cattle convey.

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665-Acre Blanco River Ranch Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Blanco

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This exquisite showplace ranch is located between San Antonio and Austin, just 7 miles east of Blanco. The ranch boasts over one mile of both sides of the Blanco River, several ponds, county road frontage and eight water wells with commercial capacity and beautiful improvements. This heirloom ranch is ideal for development. The wonderful family compound consists of a 3,000square-foot ranch home, guesthouse, pool, barbecue pavilion and barn. All are nestled under the canopy of huge live oaks and look out over a beautiful spring-fed lake. 80 acres of coastal fields, soft views of the river valley and paved interior roads to the main house make this a dream come true. The foreman’s home and worker’s cabin complete the package. The only thing missing is the memories that you’re sure to make owning this slice of heaven.

Becky Adkins 3823 Emerald Branch Lane Katy, TX 77450

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Guadalupe River Ranch Central Texas v Gonzales County v Gonzales

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This one-of-a-kind ranch contains 2,198± acres: part of the original Kokernot Ranch founded in 1853 and features approximately 3.5 miles of Guadalupe River frontage. Peach Creek flows through the ranch and empties into the Guadalupe on the property! In addition, there are three water wells. The wildlife habitat is excellent. A level 3 MLD permit is in place, and the ranch has been managed for wildlife for many years. Deer, turkey, hogs, quail and doves thrive.

Improvements include a house and barns at headquarters, a hunting camp on the river with equipment and hay barns and a good set of pipe cattle pens. $2,800 per acre firm.

Thunderhill Ranch Texas v Llano County v Llano

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This ranch is a 10! If you are looking for river property, then look here: 1.5 miles of the Llano River! A spectacular river view is afforded by a brand-new custom home. This superior hunting

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Lothringer Farms consists of 631± acres in La Salle County and 727± and 5,985± acres in Frio County. Each tract can be purchased separately, and 3,000± acres of the best hunting country can be carved out of the largest tract. Located in the fertile red sand area of South Texas, about five miles west of Dilley and IH35, with frontage on a paved road, the gently rolling terrain includes native brush and about 2,250 acres in irrigated cultivation on the large tract. Ideally suited for irrigated crops and/or cattle production, the farms have pivot irrigation systems and 10 Carrizo irrigation wells with an estimated permitted 15,000 acre-feet of water. Improvements include a hunting lodge, shop, equipment sheds, mobile homes, two water storage reservoirs, stock tanks and corrals.

ranch is loaded with improvements, including the owner’s home, a second or foreman’s home, two guest houses, office, barns, private fishing lake, deer breeding facility and pens stocked with 200+ superior whitetails! Says Dr. James C. Kroll, a.k.a. “Dr. Deer,” “Thunderhill Ranch ranks among the top 5 overall [deer ranches] and #1 in deer-breeding facilities! The ranch has a state-of-the-art breeding facility with attention to every detail. The ranch property has been landscaped for whitetails, and is one of the most scenic ranches in Texas.” The entire 946± acres are available for $7,500,000 or can be purchased in three separate tracts: 100 acres with river frontage and custom home for $3,500,000; 420 acres with second home and office for $3,444,000; and 420 acres with remaining improvements for $3,444,000.

Webb County Hunting Ranch South Texas v Webb County v Encinal

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This is an opportunity to buy from 1,500 to 6,100 acres of some of the best hunting country available in South Texas. The ranch contains two stock tanks, four windmills, water lines and numerous water troughs. Located about 30 minutes north of Laredo near I-35, this exclusive listing is priced at $1,500 per acre for the whole 6,100 acres or $1,600 per acre for the smaller 1,500±-acre pastures.

We have other South Texas hunting ranches from 560 to 6,000 acres in size. If you are looking for a South Texas ranch, give us a call or see our listings in the classified section.

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White Chapel Ranch Northwest Texas Coleman County v Coleman

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This ranch features 180± acres of beautiful rolling hills with live oaks, lots of deer and turkey and a comfortable three-bedroom, two-bathroom home and is to be sold completely furnished.

It is less than five years old and very efficient.

Also included: late model 4310 John Deere 4X4 tractor with all the implements, five deer blinds with feeders and two ATVs. $3,000 per acre.

Fisk Ranch Coyanosa Ranch West Texas v Pecos County v Ft. Stockton

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This property offers 602± acres, great investment potential and currently has 455± acres in C.R.P. paying over $12,000 a year. The remaining

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This ranch, established in 1912, sits on 940± acres and features two homes with existing county water meters. This is an outstanding hunting property with deer, turkey, quail and dove. Enjoy beautiful hilltop views with elevation changes of 150 feet or more and several large ponds with bass and crappie. Minerals convey. $1,525 per acre.

acreage is in native mesquite and brush. It has three high-volume water wells that would be suitable for irrigation of cotton, melons and various sorghums. Native wildlife includes deer, quail, javelina and predators. $295 per acre.

Santa Anna Ranch Gaines Land Sales Mathew Kemper Gaines, Broker 325 625-9001 www.gainesland.com

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This scenic 548±-acre property features a furnished two-bedroom cabin and very rough hilly terrain with mesquite, live oak, elm and cedar trees. No farmland. This terrain, along with three ponds, provides for an excellent hunting and fishing getaway. Property has not been leased for hunting in over 12 years. $1,495 per acre.

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Brady Mountain Ranch 540 Acres

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An excellent combination ranch for hunting and livestock, this property offers a restored home that gives you your own “Home on the Prairie,” with three bedrooms, three baths, formal living and dining, den, four fireplaces and central heat/air. Live oak and native cover combine with fields for cultivation or improved pasture. A barn with working pens, wells, tanks and rural

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Very scenic and small with large live oaks and springs flowing to the river, this property has highway water is available. Easy access with country road frontage, well, electricity, 1,200+ feet of frontage on the beautiful river and great hunting that makes frontage 12± miles northeast of Brady. Call to this an ideal year-round getaway. $435,000.

view; this won’t last long! $2,500 per acre.

London Valley Ranch 720 Acres

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If you have ever dreamed of owning a fantastic old German-style native stone two-story home nestled in the beautiful Hill Country of Texas, this is it! This is a working cattle and horse ranch rich in history. This four/five-bedroom home was built in the 1800s and has been restored to the original charm, making it a focal point of the ranch. Tremendous views, great deer hunting and a large pond stocked with fish add to this very private ranch. Very few like this one are ever offered to the public.

Call for an appointment. $2,200,000.

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This is a great hunting and livestock ranch in good live oak country with almost no cedar. At the end of a county road surrounded by similar ranches, the ranch has a large brick ranch house with hardwood floors, barns, corrals and some cultivation. This is one of the best watered ranches with five wells. A must see! $1,500 per acre.

DeBord Real Estate Jerry DeBord Broker/Appraiser

Member of the Texas Alliance of Land Brokers

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Clear Creek Ranch Central Texas v Colorado County v Weimar

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Premier horse training and breeding facility, home of the famous Smartest Chic Olena, complete with main barn with office, large hay barn, barn with lighted arena, riding track, vet-breeding barn, drive-thru stud and foaling barn, open-air barn, total of over 20 stalls, two homes, two ponds and scattered live oaks on 73± rolling acres with incredible views. This ranch is conveniently located between Houston and Austin and near other major cities. $2,200,000.

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Hunters will love this one-of-a-kind 421±-acre hunting ranch located 1.5± hours from Houston,

Shinamore Farm is Celtic for “Our Great highlighting 60% woods, providing a haven for exotics, turkeys and whitetail deer, large hunting Fortune”. The four-bedroom, three- and one- cabin and perimeter game fencing. Beautiful, rolling terrain dotted with scattered trees and 200± half-bath home was custom built in 2002 acres of coastal grasses. An abundance of water can be found on this property, which includes and features two master-size suites with large a seasonal creek, 2±-acre lake, four stocked ponds, and two water wells, one pumps water into a bathrooms, spacious living area with corner

7±-acre lake, so you will always have a full lake. This is a real hunter’s delight. $1,700,000.

fireplace, gourmet kitchen with top-of-theline appliances and formal dining room. This 40±-acre farm is fenced and cross-fenced, approximately half-wooded for privacy and a haven for abundant wildlife, stocked pond, oversized barn with living quarters, greenhouse, rose garden and is centrally located between Austin and Houston. $650,000.

Bear Creek Showplace Central Texas v Fayette County v La Grange

888 663-6461 Brenham 888 663-6469 Bellville 888 663-6467 Round Top 888 663-6440 La Grange www.E-CountryProperty.com

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Magnificent 200±-acre ranch with an 8-acre lake brimming with huge largemouth bass, six ponds, wooded area for wildlife, scattered large post oaks, live oaks and other trees and cleared, rolling terrain with incredible views. The home is the centerpiece of this fine ranch, offering over 4,700± square feet of living area and uniquely designed for each room to have its own view of Bear Creek, plus vaulted ceilings, split-level design, gourmet kitchen, billiard room, sparkling pool and antique guest home. Located within commuting distance to Austin. $1,350,000.

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Garrett Ranch Central Texas v San Saba County v Cherokee

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This beautiful ranch has approximately 134.98 acres and is seven miles west of Cherokee, Texas, with Ranch Road 501 frontage. The ranch is in southwest San Saba County. One well furnishes water for livestock and a small cabin. This place is blessed with the north fork of Cherokee Creek, which has some running springs near the west boundary of the place. Mostly heavily wooded with live oak, elm, cedar, mesquite, brush and native pecan trees. With plenty of cover for wildlife, such that hunting should be excellent for deer, turkey, quail and doves, this property is a hunting paradise with good running water, well and good access that is surrounded by large ranches.

Cherokee Ranch Central Texas v San Saba County v Cherokee

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Approximately 612 acres, 20 miles north of Llano, Texas, one mile west of Cherokee, Texas, this private, but close-in ranch has game-proof perimeter fencing and three wells. The western 286 acres has had a control burn on it, which has now grown into lush grasses under large, gorgeous oak tree canopies. There is electricity on the ranch along with two wells recently drilled, producing 30 gpm and a third well that has a windmill and dirt tank. There is a high population of deer and bucks scoring consistently in the 160-class along with turkey, dove, many wild hogs and all other wildlife known to live in the Hill Country. This ranch can be sold in a 286-acre tract and/or a 326acre tract or sold as a whole.

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W.W. Ranch Northeast Texas v Nacogdoches County v Nacogdoches

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W.W. Ranch is just 10 minutes from historic Nacogdoches, Texas, on Highway 59. This breathtaking country estate sits on 85 acres overlooking a spring-fed 14-acre lake that is heavily stocked with trophy-size bass. Lake features a 20' by 24' pier and boathouse with electric winch.

The property also has a catfish pond, 60' by 80' barn, insulated 40' by 50' shop with large bay doors, piped corral with holding pen for cattle. There are two water wells. This special place has 3,389 square feet with three bedrooms, three baths with large living room and fireplace, fabulous kitchen, trophy room, covered porch and gazebo overlooking a magnificent view of the lake. A must-see for the quality minded. $1,250,000.

Blackjack Landmark Realty Group, LLC Mike Hammer

This Attoyac River recreational retreat is truly a spectacular place, located in Blackjack, Texas, in Nacogdoches County. As you drive through a gated entrance, you will enter an amazing outdoorsmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paradise on 347 acres. The property includes a mile of river frontage, two large ponds, deer, hog and duck hunting and great fishing year-round. Working cattle operation in

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Buffalo Creek Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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Once a place where the buffalo roamed, this land was first patented in 1836. Ownership has changed only seven times in the last 170 years. This is an opportunity for you to experience Hill Country living on land with a history as rich as its soil. Build the home that suits your lifestyle only a few minuteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drive from the golf course, airport and charming downtown Fredericksburg.

Choose from one of only four premier ranch estates. Water features include .25 mile of Pedernales River frontage, numerous ponds, all-weather creek and two wells with working windmills. Water for fishing, swimming, kayaking and relaxing is yours to enjoy. Enter Buffalo Creek through a private, gated entrance on Highway 16 with a life-size, iron buffalo, pool reservoir and water flowing through the rocks. This opens onto a wide concrete road that will take you right to your exclusive ranch estate. Each ranch estate has a different primary feature, from a pioneer homestead, to a good horse property, distant views or being secluded among acres of tall post oaks. Sizes range from 20 to 35 acres. Deed restrictions to protect your investment do allow for livestock. This land has an ag exempt tax status.

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This enchanting ranch is located in a very special region in the heart of Texas, noted for its beauty and quality of life! The ranch offers scenic vistas, live creek frontage, lake, tanks and an abundance

Enchanting Region of Texas Central Texas v Bosque County v Clifton

of native wildlife. The two-story Austin stone home is situated on a commanding hilltop with a paved drive circling around a crystal-clear lake to the homes entrance. The home is Texas with a Santa Fe flair and casual elegance at its best! An additional three-bedroom, two-bath guesthouse and office/ entertainment complex, metal barn and five-stall horse barn make this ranch an ideal ranch for recreational activities and family gatherings. The terrain varies from lush coastal pastures to a mountaintop where you can sit and watch the sun setting and the deer grazing. Minerals are available. $4,950,000.

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Located in the tranquil, hilly area of Morgan Mill is a very diverse 285 acres. This is an end-ofthe-road ranch, offering privacy and with easy access to Fort Worth, Stephenville, Glen Rose and Granbury and their many attractions. The ranch has productive coastal and native grass pastures, beautiful wooded areas, cultivated fields used for food plots and deep stock tanks with fish. Spring-fed Nail Creek runs through the ranch, and the roll of the terrain offers fantastic views of the countryside. This property has unlimited potential for a horse farm, hunting ranch or recreational ranch. This special property can afford all these activities and more! $1,567,500.

Indian Creek Ranch Northwest Texas v Comanche Co. v Comanche

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Indian Creek Ranch is located in the lush countryside of Comanche County and only minutes from town. Indian Creek runs through this property, which is rolling with beautiful trees and coastal pastures. The well and electricity are on site; all it needs is your house and barn to make these 198 acres â&#x20AC;&#x153;home!â&#x20AC;? $584,100.

Cynthia Inman, Ranch Broker 131 E. Exchange Avenue, Suite 105 Fort Worth, TX 76106

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Here are 1,045 prime acres in the Hill Country. This ranch offers the opportunity to raise top-ofthe-line cattle, enjoy miles of trail riding over various types of terrain, breathtaking views across miles of the Texas Hill Country, hunting at its best and cash in on the opportunities of the Barnett Shale gas play, while living in Presidential-style amenities. The Jubilee Ranch sports a 3,500-square-foot guest home that anyone would love to live in and a main house with 7,500 square feet of lavish comfort and amenities. The attention to detail and perfect construction is apparent at every turn, while the great room, with its high ceilings, and the sunroom reveal the 200-year-old hand-hewn beams from a barn in Quebec, Canada. The granite countertops have a luster, comparable to the finest gemstones. This home has everything that anyone could ever want, to include the most comfortable theater in all of Bosque County. The only thing missing from this dream place is you. A deep well provides water for stock and all of the grounds, while community water supplies the needs of the executive-style homes. The fences are in very good condition, currently holding cattle, while allowing the elusive whitetail deer to enter, feed and reside on the ranch. Excellent improved pastures and native grasses provide ground cover, while there is a mix of timber with species providing habitat to the native wildlife on this Hill Country ranch. You really must see this place to appreciate its true value. Owner will convey all minerals owned, and this property is not currently leased. This ranch would make an awesome place to live or a fabulous corporate retreat. Across the ranch, there are 10 bedrooms, seven full baths and

Lynn Gosdin, Broker

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Gentleman’s 17.5-Acre Texas Horse Ranch Texas Metroplex v Denton County v Pilot Point

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An exquisite equestrian estate on 17+ rolling acres just north of Ft. Worth, Texas, this property offers wonderful riding trails to beautiful Lake Ray Roberts. This pristine home is beautifully designed and has every amenity you can dream of, including stained concrete and hardwood floors, 20-foot ceiling in great room, granite counters in gourmet kitchen with built-in Miele coffee maker, cooled wine closet off game room, Pella windows throughout, many beveled glass doors and a wonderful balcony off the master suite. The outdoor living area is gorgeous with a large arbor and fireplace and offers breathtaking views of the property, including an infinityedge pool with extensive flagstone decking, spa and rock waterfall. This fabulous property also offers a custom-built masonry six-stall barn with walkouts, tack room and wash area. Three large fenced pastures, each with water, a 100' by 200' riding arena, spring-fed pond and two separate guesthouses. There is a 4,851-square-foot main house with three bedrooms, three and one-half baths and two-car garage. There is a 2,400-square-foot guesthouse with two bedrooms, two full baths and a three-car garage and a 900-square-foot “rock house” with kitchen, full bath and living room with a large stone fireplace. $1,990,000.

Hal & Sabina Robinson Realtors 817 481-5711

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This artfully restored 1880s farmstead sits on 48± acres of history. The Outpost Inn, a museum collection of early Texas pioneer log cabins and cottages, currently operates as a bed and breakfast inn recently awarded “Outstanding Inn In the Southwest and West”

by Bed&Breakfast.com. The compound of 13 uniquely restored structures is ideal for a private or corporate retreat or a destination restaurant and/or vineyard, and must be seen to be believed, especially for its historic and artistic value. It is offered furnished, which includes

Outpost Inn Central Texas v Fayette County v Round Top

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This historic circa 1900s, three-bedroom, threebath country home on 20± acres was formerly the Harrisburg and Hoddeville schools located In Brenham. The schools were moved to the present location in 1979 and restored to perfection with the finest quality of craftsmanship. This wellappointed restoration features approximately 3,500 square feet of living space, an 800-squarefoot master bedroom with wood-burning fireplace, large living room/dining room also with a wood-burning fireplace, 14-foot ceilings and views of ponds and pastures. The spacious country kitchen offers generous cabinets, pantry and updated appliances. Located just off the kitchen is a wonderful screened-in porch overlooking green pastures.

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Southwind Farms is located on prestigious FM 390, the old La Bahia Trail in Washington County.

This 106.16± acres has an abundance of stately live oaks encompassing the entire length of the frontage on FM 390. The property features a restored 1836, three-bedroom, two-bath, Texas farmhouse, three barns, 200' by 80' lighted covered arena, 100' by 200' outside arena, loafing sheds and maintenance/hay barn with office. The property offers cross-fenced coastal pastures, ponds and high elevation with outstanding views on the Yegua Ridge. There are numerous homesites with views of the countryside.

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Coming soon: Navasota’s premier restricted and gated development featuring riverfront tracts from 5 to 25 acres. River Haven offers many tracts of diverse and exceptional landscapes. Whatever your personal vision may be—pastures covered in large pecan or native oak trees with panoramic views descending to the Navasota River or a more secluded escape embracing a private lake— the possibilities are here within this private community. Opportunities for outdoor sports abound among the featured facilities, which include common parks, lakes and trails. Enjoy kayaking on the river, ride your favorite horse down the equestrian trails, or just savor the quiet solitude of a sunset. River Haven is centrally located for a commute to College Station, The Woodlands or Houston.

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Savor the scenic views of these lush 70 acres with improved pastures on gently rolling terrain. There is a wonderful homesite just right for that ranch house you always wanted, and you can step right in to a working cattle ranch with pipe pens, barn and cross fencing.

Lengthy road frontage makes this great property possible to divide. Located within commuting distance of the College Station-Woodlands area. $499,000.

Farm and Ranch Land Navasota Realty Nancy Perry 502 S. La Salle Navasota, TX 77868

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If you are looking for a versatile property with many possibilities and plenty of paved road frontage, this is it! Bordered on one side with a year-round live creek, 30% wooded and 70% open, this southern Grimes County property is loaded with abundant wildlife with a portion of the property currently under use as crop land. Hunting, farming or ranching–all are possible on this acreage just a short distance from Highway 290. This is the best buy in Grimes County at $1,650 per acre.

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Endless possibilities from fishing on one of Texasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; newest, hottest bass fishing lakes, to hunting 160-class Boone and Crockett whitetail deer in the never before leased out meadows, to boating on the calm, clear blue waters of Lake Ivie, to farming the 190 acres of food plots and 30 acres of established sunflowers, to raising livestock on the 2,000 acres of lush green native pastures or just relaxing up top a unique, one-of-a-kind grain silo gazebo overlooking an amazing sunset glisten across Lake Ivie. This ranch has it all; endless possibilities. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this incredible opportunity. Call Ranch Land Co. today for your private showing.

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Northwest Texas v Kimble County v Junction

The Dunk Ranch located in Kimble County just 10 miles east of Junction, Texas, has extraordinary potential for development. The ranch is between I-10 and FM 2169 with several miles of interstate and highway frontage, making the entire ranch easily accessible. The ranch has an abundance of water with three good water wells, two creeks and one spring. There are beautiful live oak, pecan and walnut trees along with rolling plains of native grasses and several amazing homesites throughout the ranch. To take advantage of this extraordinary investment opportunity, call Ranch Land Co.

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Central Texas v Williamson County v Georgetown The Walburg Ranch is five minutes north of Georgetown and 25 minutes north of Austin, nestled in the small German community of Walburg where the movie Michael was filmed. The ranch is 121 rolling acres of improved pastures and over 1,500 feet of Opossum Creek with two live springs. The old timers say it is the only water source to have never gone dry. The home has four bedrooms, four and one-half baths, three living areas, formal dining, huge laundry, pool bath, 5,000 square feet, 1,800 square feet of covered porches, guesthouse, foremanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quarters, eight-stall barn, 8-acre pond fully stocked, newly multi-layered faux walls and granite counters, audio/video inside and outside, a 35,000 gallon pool, 150year-old pecan trees and much, much more. See the website at www.walburgranch.com. $2,395,000. All inclusive of animals and equipment.

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Jarrett River Ranch

West Texas v Val Verde County v Del Rio & Devils River Jarrett River Ranch is a 14,224-acre ranch featuring 11.7 miles of the Devils River frontage. This unique offering of both sides of the Devils River represents the juncture of the Edwards Plateau, the Trans Pecos and the South Texas Brush Country. The 60-mile spring-fed river is one of the most pristine and least-known rivers in Texas. Its owners have carefully protected the ranch for many decades. Located just upstream from Dolan Falls and punctuated by deep canyons, huge oaks and hundreds of native pecan trees along the banks, this hidden ranch offers privacy coupled with proximity to Del Rio. Explore over 11 miles of riverfront, the high hills and deep canyons, and you will be overcome with a feeling of something extraordinarily peaceful and special. $2,100 per acre.

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This is one of the finest properties Walker County has to offer. This exceptional five-bedroom, four- and one-half-bath home is elegant, yet comfortable, on 88Âą acres. From the secured gated front entrance, you will be impressed with this beautifully manicured property. The home features custom woodwork throughout, high ceilings, huge flagstone porches, gourmet kitchen, stereo system, a huge master suite with a split bedroom arrangement and many other special custom amenities. A gorgeous swimming pool accents this lovely home along with a backyard fireplace, statuary, magnificent views from glass windows in the kitchen/living area, ponds, covered rear patio and so much more. The property is in a prime location close to town, but in a suburban setting dotted with lovely trees on rolling meadows. The elegance of the home and desirability of the location three miles west of town on Highway 30 makes this property one of the most unique and versatile home and acreage packages offered in Texas. $1,175,000.

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This exceptional 365-acre recreational tract offers development potential with an abundance of road frontage and excellent access. The gently rolling pastures are scattered with trees, many of which are large stately sycamores. Two beautiful historic lakes that total approximately 77 acres also complement this unique and versatile acreage. The upper lake was built as a water source when the Trinity County lumber sawmill was constructed. The lower lake was built a few years later for recreational purposes. This property is a rare find with lakes of this size. This acreage is truly a country paradise. $1,995/acre.

Prewitt Ranch 894 Acres

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This premier ranch is located seven miles northeast of New Waverly, Texas, which is approximately one hour north of Houston. Uniquely beautiful, this ranch boasts rolling hills, scattered hardwoods and pines and is fenced and cross-fenced into several different pastures with improved and native grasses. Soils range from sandy to sandy loam. Further complementing

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this property are two stocked lakes, several ponds, livestock working pens, a large barn with an apartment and a 2,400-square-foot shop. An added bonus is an abundance of deer, ducks, hogs and squirrel for the hunter or wildlife enthusiast. The 2,000-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-

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bath custom ranch home was built in 1999 and has many great features. The home overlooks one

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access to the ranch. Exceptionally priced at $2,900,000, this exciting property offers unlimited opportunities as a personal residence, working cattle ranch or recreational retreat.

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Outstanding Hill Country land ranging from 5- to 200-acre tracts. Easy access to San Antonio and Austin, with unique panoramic hilltop views, common area and wildlife preserve. Nature is on display 24 hours a day here with abundant whitetail deer, turkey and many exotics. Road construction is under way. Contact Randy Hodde.

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Elegance and grandeur await you through the gated entrance. Travel through the brick entry with custom wrought-iron gate and continue down the circular concrete drive. Enjoy the beautifully landscaped yard with 100+ antique roses, crepe myrtles and oak trees. As you enter the home and its impressive two-story foyer, you immediately feel welcome. The expansive great room features a corner fireplace and a wall of windows. The kitchen features a six-burner Jenn-Air cook top on a granite island. There is an oversized walk-in pantry with sink and room for a refrigerator and freezer. This home features six bedrooms and four baths along with an office and sunroom. In addition, there is also a 30' by 60' metal barn with concrete floors, four roll-up doors and a full bath with shower.

The property also adjoins Lake Somerville and the Army Corp of Engineer property, which is protected from further development. This adjoining property gives you the perception of living on a much larger property and also allows access to the lake for recreational purposes.

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Central Texas v Waller County v Hempstead

Enjoy the luxuries of country living without sacrificing convenience. This property can be utilized as a weekend ranch or a main residence for those who are the cowboy at heart. Enter through a private security gated entrance. Wind through the tree-lined drive to the impressive 3,900square-foot home, which lends 360-degree views of the property. This one- and one-half-story home features an open-concept floor plan to easily entertain guest. The executive three-bedroom home has three and two-half baths, crown molding throughout all rooms, tile floors, solid surface countertops and custom cabinetry. The three bedrooms are all located downstairs. The property also includes a 100- by 50-foot covered working cattle facility, 125- by 40-foot equipment barn, four bays for storage, tractors or implements. In addition, there is a three-bedroom, two-bath house with a full-size kitchen and bonus room. Contact Kaysee Schulte.

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Come enjoy this elegant French-style home with 4,200 square feet of living area on 200 secluded acres. An exceptional three-bedroom, three- and onehalf-bath home features 12- and 14-foot ceilings, oversized kitchen, office, exercise or game room and an additional 2,200-square-foot pool and spa room. It is a single- story home with split-bedroom arrangement, offering a private entrance for guests with private access to indoor pool and spa room.

The grand entry features raised Italian marble with large formal dining room, custom mirrors and an elegant chandelier, a custom kitchen with a 12foot island, beautiful ash cabinets and attached breakfast area with comfortable seating overlooking the poolroom. Other amenities are zoned heating and cooling, security system, sprinkler system and a solar-power unit with generator. The 200 gently rolling acres include fencing, cross fencing, metal barn and a pond. Property is conveniently located on Highway 30 West, between Huntsville and College Station, Texas. Offered at $1,195,000.

Sam Houston Forest Ranch 316 Acres

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This unbelievable 316-acre ranch is in the southwestern portion of Walker County. The entrance adjoining the national forest connects to FM 1791 and is approximately an hour north of Houston

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and only 15 minutes southwest of Huntsville near Lake Conroe. With over 6,500 square feet of

with panoramic vistas of pool, lake and pastures. The many amenities of this ranch include working pens. This beautiful ranch property, in the towering pines, next to Sam Houston National Forest, will satisfy every member of the family. $2,500,000.

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Northwest Texas v Stephens County v Breckenridge

Offering 400 acres on the Clear Fork of the Brazos River, Brazos Bench Ranch features a beautiful limestone home, over one mile of the river, three lakes, dog kennels, entertainment pavilion by the river and a shooting range. The ranch is loaded with deer, quail, turkey, fish and dove. With too much to list, this ranch must be seen to be fully appreciated. $3,300,000.

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Imagine owning 2 acres of prime white sand beachfront, featuring bonefish flats in your backyard and less than one mile from Kamalame Cay Resort. $600,000.

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With 456 acres on a gorgeous bend of the Colorado River, this excellent game ranch offers lots of cover and topography and all utilities to the property. $1,995/acre.

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Enjoy 194 acres on Hubbard Creek Lake, with over one mile of shoreline and water taps on property.

This is the only acreage available on a great lake only 1.5 hours from the Metroplex. $750,000.

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The Mansion on the Hill 200 Acres

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Standing majestically upon the rolling hills of the Texas Hill Country overlooking Buckner Creek, this European-inspired estate welcomes you to one of the most scenic and breathtaking areas, offering Fredericksburg and Hill Country charm. Past the 100-foot doublewide steel bridge that spans the underground spring-fed creek, the mansion features not only Old World German architecture, but a cozy environment to welcome friends and family. Featuring 270-degree views from 6-foot windows, the home overlooks the lagoon pool and rock waterfall just beyond. Inside the home, one finds a unique country estate with a wonderful blend of modern conveniences and beauty. Some of the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s features include a kitchen with granite, custom cabinets and Viking appliances, two staircases milled from 19th century beams recovered from the New York financial district, three large upstairs bedrooms with walk-in baths and showers, Jacuzzi tubs and limestone countertops. The master suite offers a bath with Jacuzzi tub, limestone counters and travertine tiles. The study is surrounded by endless views and offers cathedral ceilings identical to those in the master suite.

Designed for cozy family moments followed by unparalleled privacy, the home offers back wraparound porches and an extra-large patio that keeps the pool just feet from the back door. The pool house is a miniature replica of the main house and provides a noise-free environment and entertainment bar and bathroom for guests. As if this was not enough, the three-car garage provides open views through arched stone ways. There is a complete exercise room downstairs and an oversized game room and theater room upstairs with full kitchen and bath, including a tennis court/full-court basketball/volleyball/badminton game court just off the pool and pleasantly tucked into the landscape. This property is about 90 miles from all three metropolitan centers: Houston, Austin and San Antonio. Thirty percent wooded. Additional land available.

Country Land Sales Earl Galipp P.O. Box 326 Schulenburg, TX 78956

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Los Cortes Creek Ranch is split almost perfectly in half by the county line! Amongst the hi-protein brush, bull mesquites and oaks, flows 4,800 feet of the Los Cortes Creek, which has continued to flow throughout the current draught. Water is also available through two tanks and one equipped well.

Taxes are diminished due to the agricultural exemption. This ranch has approximately 4,200 feet of frontage along Atascosa County Road 414 and Wilson County Road 219 for easy access. It is great hunting for whitetail deer, turkey, dove and quail and is only a 45minute drive to San Antonio and a short drive to Falls City and Campbellton.

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This is a great opportunity to own and manage your own hunting ranch. The wildlife includes whitetail, axis and fallow deer, audad goat, mouflon sheep, blackbuck antelope, turkey and feral hogs. Included on the property is a well, which would make an excellent site for a new hunting lodge. There is a readily available camp house with a camp area that includes an old rock building. A nice set of cattle pens are also located on the property. Most of the roads are in good condition, and the ranch is lowfenced and has a very large neighbor that does not allow hunting.

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property has improved grasses planted and has two large ponds. White Oak Creek has a concrete crossing that backs up water to form a beautiful water feature. The ranch also features three water wells and other utilities. There are no easements through or to this property.

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Nestled in the “Hill Country” of North Texas, you’ll find a secluded 430-acre paradise for your family and livestock business. Constructed into the side of a hill, the 10,000-square-foot, Frank Welch-designed home, finished in 2002, features six bedrooms and seven and two-half baths. Blended with stone, wood, granite and cedar beams along with 15-mile views, a truly unique and grand experience has been created.

Equestrian improvements consist of indoor and outdoor arenas, a 16-stall show barn, 20- and

“Hill Country” of North Texas Northeast Texas v v Cooke County v v Muenster

10-stall mare and training barns, manager and workers’ homes and cattle-working features.

Cross-fenced into 14 coastal Bermuda pastures with pipe, barb and double-lock mesh fencing,

the ranch boasts 1.5 miles of frontage on the sandy beaches of the Red River located in Northwestern Cooke County and is an easy 1.5 hours north of Dallas. With a fishing lake and wildlife, this ranch would make an excellent dude ranch. $5,500,000.

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timber-framed home on 22 acres near Italy. The This custom home sits on 290 rolling acres near Bowie and is complete with the “Wagon Wheel home boasts 5,546 square feet, four bedrooms,

Saloon” and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Superbly constructed, this home is

three and two-half baths, fantastic media 1.5 hours northwest of Dallas and features three bedrooms, two and one-half baths, 4,009 square room, gourmet kitchen with Viking range, old

feet, a great kitchen, family room and master bedroom with fireplace and 2' by 6' construction

fashioned ice cream/soda bar, outdoor grilling/ and Pella windows. Also on the property is an 82' by 72' barn and authentic 1880s saloon with dining area and patio with views. Property

fireplace, bar, bedroom, bath and two-room office or studio. The property has excellent pastures

includes beautiful trees, a scenic creek and

and fencing and dense woods for deer and hogs. $1,550,000.

unique rolling topography. $999,500. Up to 118 additional acres are available.

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Equestrians will fall in love with these 99 acres in beautiful East Texas near Athens. The quaint 1918 vintage farmhouse features two and one-half baths, three fireplaces, beautifully remodeled pine wood floors and covered front porch and swimming pool. The property boasts highly improved coastal Bermuda pastures, tall hardwoods, wildlife and outbuildings including, a 40' by 30' equipment barn, 40' by

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30' hay barn and a 48' by 42' four-stall horse barn with office and hay storage and eight wooden fenced paddocks. Come experience the good life! $645,000.

Country Equestrian Charmer Northeast Texas Henderson County v Athens

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You’ll find all the Old World charm and country elegance one could expect in this truly one-ofa-kind East Texas property. These 107 acres offer a newly constructed home of 5,000± square feet, along with a beautifully stocked pond and a 40-acre lake yet unfinished. This property offers four bedrooms, four and one-half baths, three-car garage and circular driveway with home not visible from the road. The kitchen is a gourmet lover’s dream with double dishwasher, double refrigerator and double freezer. Three icemakers are throughout the home, a Viking cook stove with a separate warming drawer and a double oven, trash compactor, two wine chillers, Micro Chambers, custom cabinets and granite throughout. The master bedroom suite is simply sinful, with a Jacuzzi tub with hydrotherapy and the shower spa is granite surround with seating.

There is monitored security with cameras, California slate tiles in the porte-cochere as well as in the interior along with antiqued Church Hill Plank wood flooring. The acreage has so many possibilities, and the views are spectacular.

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These 353 acres of gorgeous East Texas offer rolling hills, pastures, riding trails, a 6-acre lake and seven ponds, two of which are believed to be spring-fed. There are four residences on this property, with the main house overlooking the lake. The main home has a beautiful private swimming pool within the fenced backyard. The guest cottage has a beautiful view of water and breathtaking views of the surrounding acreage. Another residence has its own entrance, view of pastures, trees and a pond. A fourth residence is used for the ranch hands. Completely fenced and crossed fenced, there are plenty of pastures for your cattle and or horses along with three well-built barns, two tack rooms, loafing sheds, hay barns, round pen, storage facility, ranch office plus so much more. Imagine riding on acres and acres of riding trails for a leisurely afternoon’s ride in the beauty of nature, and you might have the company of some deer and wildlife to go along with you. This property is truly unique and offers so many possibilities. There is just so much to offer being about an hour away from Dallas and the peace of the country.

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Red Oak Ranch offers lush rolling improved pastures and woods with three creeks, five ponds and a large lake just beyond the front of the custom-built two-story house. There is a landscaped yard with sprinkler system, stone and pipe fencing around the house, a huge shop for equipment/hay storage, pipe-covered working pens and chute, cross fencing and pipe runs great for horses, two miles of pipe fencing well water and county road that dead ends into

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a private drive. $3,250,000.

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These 1,262 acres of East Texas have so much to offer! Only about an hour from Dallas, this ranch offers rolling hills, natural pines, two lakes, more than a dozen ponds, wildlife, beautiful pastures, mature trees, great soil for your prize cattle and horses. This acreage is fenced and cross-fenced. This is truly a magnificent property and could be a family compound with multiple homesites or great for developers! Sold in 29 days!

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South Texas v Webb County v Laredo This historical ranch is located 32 miles north of Laredo, Texas, and is assessable by the San Roman Interchange. This ranch has been game managed and operated by one owner since 1928 and 160- to 170-class whitetail deer are not uncommon for this area. Game management has been the key to producing many Boone and Crocket deer, in addition to an abundance of quail, dove, turkey hogs and javelina. Water is plentiful through out the entire ranch, including many large and small stock tanks and water wells. Water depths vary anywhere from 350 to 550 feet below the surface. The soil ranges from a dark red sandy loam to a light red in color. This type of soil, along with the water depth, produces a great habitat for wildlife. There are numerous homes situated on the ranch with areas especially for outdoor entertaining. The ranch may be sold as 9,300± acres or can be divided into several different pastures. Divisions are as follows: West pasture: 455 acres, 500 acres, 1,235 acres, 1,405 acres, 2,700 acres (with quarters). East pasture: 1,480 acres, 1,544 acres, 1,590 acres, 3,200 acres, 5,000 acres. Please call for details or to view any of our fine properties.

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This wonderful recreational tract consists of a mixture of 542 wooded acres, meandering trails and open land. There is an abundance of turkey, deer and small ponds making this the ideal property for the avid outdoorsman. Offered at $514,900. Ask for Rusty Lowe.

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This 105-acre property is ideal for the weekend

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Among the piney woods of East Texas sits a beautiful home on 200 acres that offers outstanding property features plenty of woods with some views of a beautiful 55+-acre lake and the surrounding area. Private and gated, this one-of-a-kind

open land and lots of deer and other game.

property offers lakefront living at its best, with a 4,800-square-foot, updated home that features

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a game room, bar, double garage, covered boat dock and many more amenities. Serenity can be through the property and a two-bedroom cabin yoursâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;just a short drive from the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex. Offered at $1,800,000. Ask for that complements this weekend escape. Offered at $249,000. Ask for Gerald Whitesides.

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This wonderful recreational property consists of 750 acres located near Pat Mayse State Park. The property is mostly wooded for hunting or four-wheeling, but also has some

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Located less than 15 minutes north of Pagosa Springs, Colorado, the Lazy 8 Ranch offers privacy and seclusion on 400 acres, and is bordered on two sides by the San Juan National Forest. A beautifully finished 6,600-square-foot mountain contemporarystyle home is strategically positioned in a large stand of aspen and pine trees. A fully

Lazy 8 Ranch Colorado v Archuleta County v Pagosa Springs

insulated barn with concrete floor, two yearround ponds and a small seasonal creek also complement the property. Co-listed with Pagosa Land Company. $6,595,000.

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Only 8 miles from LaVeta, Colorado and adjacent to the San Isabel National Forest, virtually at the base of the Spanish Peaks, the 1,395±-acre Mountain Meadows Ranch is being offered for the first time in 75 years. Situated on top of the Wahatoya Mesa commanding magnificent

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The Smith Ranch offers a unique and

interspersed by alpine meadows and rock outcroppings with several adjudicated springs provide terrific wildlife habitat. $5,580,000.

extraordinary opportunity to own 47,959 deeded acres complemented by 35,044 acres of Colorado State Lease located in the shadow of Pikes Peak, approximately 40 miles east of Colorado Springs. The ranch includes the headwaters of Steels Fork Creek with several miles of a year-round creek, over 2,300 acres of sub-irrigated land and over 300 acres pivot irrigated. Improvements include a new owner’s home and other supporting improvements. This ranch may be divided into smaller units. Co-listed with LeadbetterWebster Land Co. $16,000,000.

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Located less than 30 minutes north of Steamboat Springs in the renowned Elk River Valley, Round Mountain Ranch is a complete package containing all of the most desirable features of a Rocky Mountain ranch. It boasts excellent fishing on over one mile of the Elk River and a large well-stocked lake. This 1,088-acre mountain ranch is adjacent to the Routt National Forest, has healthy big game populations and extensive and very attractive improvements, all at a resort location near a jet-

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S.D.K. Ranch is 35 miles east of Trinidad, Colorado, straddling the New Mexico and Colorado border. The land tenure consists of 2,249 deeded acres from Colfax County in New Mexico and 5,135 deeded acres from Las Animas County, Colorado. The ranch totals 7,424 acres.

Improvements on the property include a 2,500square-foot stucco house with three bedrooms, one bath, living room with fireplace, dining room, kitchen and two-car garage. Also on the property is an older 1,200-square-foot wood home, two sets of livestock working pens and an 1,800-square-foot steel barn. The ranch is serviced by rural electricity and telephone, and heat is supplied to the house with propane gas.

Mule deer, elk, bear and turkey abound on the ranch. The ranch receives six bull elk permits and 20 cow elk permits from the state of New Mexico. The ranch has been under the same

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New Mexico/Colorado Border Ranch New Mexico & Colorado v Colfax & Las Animas Counties v Trindad

ownership and management for about 100 years. It is unique in that the area is open to the east and north and for the most part, this ranch is accessible year-round. There are no roads going through the ranch except the county road, which goes to the headquarters. The ranch is ideal for private enjoyment and has valid development potential into smaller tracts. Price upon request to financially qualified buyers.

Bennett Land Company, Inc. Since 1974 “Brokerage limited to the marketing & exchanges of agriculture properties”

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Septima Ranch New Mexico v Rio Arriba County

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Septima Ranch is a magnificent 5,463-acre mountain ranch property in the sun-drenched San Juan Mountains of north-central New Mexico.

The region is particularly renowned for its trophy elk; fresh rubs on Septima’s aspens confirm the presence of a large resident herd on the property. In addition, a 7.5-acre stocked lake and numerous spring creeks provide a challenging and exciting angling experience. Septima also provides habitat for mule deer, turkey, grouse, bobcat, mountain lion and bear. Recently renovated, the 5,000-square-foot, three-bath lodge features a wraparound porch for cool evenings gazing at the stars, the lights of Taos and the silhouette of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. A 2,800-square-foot, two-bath cabin accommodates guests or caretakers. Septima is adjacent to 1.5 million acres of Carson National Forest. The historic towns of Tierra Amarilla and Chama are close by for basic amenities; Taos, known for its enticing menu of fine dining, art galleries, numerous spas and year-round resorts, is just a scenic drive east on Highway 64. This is the same landscape that inspired Georgia O’Keefe’s artwork. It is truly an investment in quality of life. Offered at $11.3 million. Please contact John Watson or Rye Austin.

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Tecolote Ranch is a southwestern jewel befitting the New Mexico nickname: “Land of Enchantment”.

Settled in the rolling foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the 9,139-acre property offers world-class turkey hunting, fishing, rich historical sites and close proximity — just 45 minutes — to the amenities and unique culture of Santa Fe. Tecolote is a premier sporting destination, with a robust population of Merriam’s wild turkey, deer, blue grouse and dove. The ranch’s ecological health is sustained by an abundance of water, including five artesian natural springs, 10 wells and

John B. Watson, Broker

a large pond stocked with trout and bass near the ranch headquarters. Wagon wheel tracks from

2 North Cascade Avenue, Suite 610 Colorado Springs, CO 80903-1650

settlers traveling along the historic Santa Fe Trail remain, as well as artifacts from a Native American village and an abandoned Army post. Nearby Las Vegas is the quintessential Wild West town, and

888 541-4300

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passions, from sporting pursuits to simple relaxation in the fiery beauty of a Southwestern sunset.

Offered at $5.5 million. Please contact John Watson or Rye Austin.

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Along the banks of the wandering Nueces River lies a quiet, calm body of water. Overlooking this lake rests Nueces Lake Ranch and Resort.

A multi-faceted investment opportunity, it consists of income potential from the expansive riverfront RV sites and hospitality income from the modern hunting lodge. If that is not enough, the ranch also has water rights to support its farming and ranching operations. This is a unique opportunity to own a world-class ranch property with lake frontage. Call to receive a tour of this ranch on DVD. $5,656,000.

Nueces Lake Ranch and Resort 1,089 Acres

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Knight Ranch New Mexico v Chaves County v Roswell

Twin Canyon Ranch New Mexico v Chaves & Lincoln Counties v Roswell

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This grand ranch, set in the magnificent foothills of the Sacramento Mountains, is a dream for the seasoned rancher. With solid working livestock facilities and an extremely efficient and modern headquarters set in the natural backdrop of rolling hills, endless canyons and scenic mountain vistas, this is a land that demands exploration. Sprawling across two counties, Twin Canyon Ranchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 30,000 acres (MOL) - 20,000 (MOL) which are deeded - encompass a variety of terrain from flat plains to deep canyons and plateaus. Known for being the home to some of the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest trophy deer and Barbary sheep, this big country ranch has a little bit of everything. Situated between the progressive city of Roswell, New Mexico, and the mountain resort town of Ruidoso, New Mexico, the ranch and region offer a wide range of attractive uses. $5,100,000.

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Located on the northern fringe of Roswell, New Mexico, the Knight Ranch is a spectacular combination of a luxurious 3,600-squarefoot home, 18.2 acres of farmland with senior water rights and an income-producing pecan orchard. Experience rural living without living miles away from the city. Located in the rural countryside, just a couple of miles away from the heart of Roswell, this home offers a multitude of opportunities. Pipe fence, security entrance gate and many other great features make this home a great place to call home! $795,000.

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Located in the magnificent Texas Hill Country, these tracts of land offer some of the finest hunting, scenery and recreational opportunities in the Southwest. These are spectacular hunting ranches! The property is priced at $1,050 per acre and owner financing is available. Prices of available pastures are as follows: Kid Pasture - 378 acres at $396,000; Buck Pasture - 307 acres at $322,350; Axis Pasture - 241 acres at $253,050; Antelope Pasture - 338 acres at $354,900; Elk Pasture - 630 acres at $661,500.

Coldwell Banker Taylor & Taylor Realtors 400 W. Second Street Roswell, NM 88201

866 323-3111 toll free 505 420-5585 mobile 505 622-1490 office ptaylor@rt66.com www.ranchline.com

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Walk down to the Guadalupe River, fish by the waterfall or just sit outside on the deck and enjoy the views and wildlife! The subdivision has two Guadalupe River parks and another across the creek from this property! 1,085 feet of spring-fed creek meet the Guadalupe River on this property that features 14.5 acres of beauty and views with pasture, bluffs, waterfront, swimming, fishing, house and workshop! The home features three bedrooms and two baths

Peggy Orf

accented with Sisterdale stone and cedar with workshop/garage/office to match! This property

24165 Interstate 10 West, #202 San Antonio, TX 78257

is located in a restricted subdivision on a cul-de-sac and is gated and fenced for privacy!

This home, workshop and 14.5 acres are offered for $895,000! 285 feet of creek frontage,

210 698-0070

home and workshop with 4.975 acres are available for $550,000. Call for details, or visit

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This two-story, brick ranch home sits on 20 acres and features 2,700Âą square feet, three bedrooms, two and one-half baths and a pool. The horse facilities include: 38' by 82' metal 10-stall, lighted

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Western Elegance Metroplex v Erath County v Stephenville

horse barn with 14-foot concrete center alley, automatic watering system, two overhead doors, tack room, feed room and wash rack, two more attached covered pipe stalls, two additional loafing sheds and two lighted pipe-fenced riding arenas. With the oak trees, creek and close proximity to town, this property is a rare find in cowboy country.

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of excellent coastal land plus 70 acres of big oak trees and great hunting for deer and turkey. There is a 1,600-square-foot home with three bedrooms, one and one-half baths, wraparound porch, huge patio, hot tub, second-story covered patio and walk-in metal room. The property features excellent sandy loam soil, making it perfect for any horse operation, plus the seclusion of being at the end of a paved road.

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With beautiful rolling hills overlooking the 4 1/2 miles of Brazos River, this ranch currently runs 600+ head of cow/calf pairs and offers production, function, recreation and romance. From the improved and native pastures to the lush coastal and Tifton fields, this ranch features three sets of pipe working pens, paved road frontage, four water wells, county road frontage and improved ranch roads throughout. There is a 16,000+-square-foot office/maintenance barn with seven 14-

Brazos River Ranch 3,433 Acres

Central Texas v Milam Co. v Crossroads

foot overhead doors and multiple ranch hand’s quarters. Between the Brazos River, Pond Creek and over 25 other lakes and ponds, surface water and wildlife are abundant in the area. Deer, hog, dove and duck are seen regularly on the ranch. The sandy gravel beach areas along the river provide great opportunities for fishing and recreation. $12,000,000.

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The exquisite, two-story 7,335-square-foot custom home on this rolling 200-acre ranch features five bedroom suites, four full baths, three half-baths, gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, eating bar, formal dining, game room, wet bar, executive office, plus maid’s quarters with full bath and kitchenette, stepdown living area with built-in entertainment center and state-of-the-art sound system, 21foot ceiling in the foyer, voice alarm, Laguna

Rolling Thunder Ranch Central Texas v Austin Co. v Industry

pool with swim-up bar, hot tub, invisible-edge waterfall, covered patio and beautiful landscaping

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with hilltop views. A covered arena (325' by 195'), 100-foot round pen, four 50-foot round pens,

Dave Cunningham, Broker

two 30-foot round pens, one eight-horse walker, five water wells, two stocked ponds, enclosed

1205 S. Market Street • Hearne, TX 77859

barn (176' by 92') has 15 12' by 12' concrete and pipe stalls with soft dirt floors, two birthing

979 279-2757 800 345-2757

stalls, feed, tack, hay storage, large equipment storage and a seven-bay workshop facility, six-plus miles of pipe fencing and so much more! $3,475,000.

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This 960-acre ranch is new on market and has never been hunted. The H-3 Ranch is two miles south of Garden City at 901 CR 110 and boasts breathtaking draws, a 2,482-square-foot Austin stone luxury home loaded with rustic Texan

Exclusive Offer West Texas Glasscock County v Garden City

charm, quality fences and abundant wildlife.

Situated on 3 cleared acres of beautifully landscaped yard with mature plantings, the headquarters is easily maintained with an underground sprinkler and drip watering

system to the yard trees. The spacious four-bedroom, two-bath home, built in 1998, features Italian ceramic tile, carpeted bedrooms, total electric custom kitchen open to adjoining dining area, stunning vaulted tongue and groove pine ceilings bolstered by exposed crossbeams and fans in every room. Focal point of the enormous family room is a soaring floor-to-ceiling rock fireplace with mesquite mantel flanked by built-in shelving. Other highlights include a convenient parking portico, covered front and back porches extending the length of the house (ideal vantage points for enjoying the countryside or visiting with friends) and a stone-encased pool with shade trees and concrete apron large enough for lounge chairs and picnic tables. At the back of the yard, a spacious shop with a picturesque design like that of the house could easily double as a guest lodge. Both buildings, with metal roofing, are energy efficient and will deliver extra protection from the elements. The ranch has an operating windmill and three water wells with one cased and ready for a second windmill. As plentiful as the water (the house well pumps 150 gpm) is the wildlife. Deer, turkey and quail roam freely across scenic West Texas vistas, prime property with excellent grasses and brush cover. Skillfully managed, the ranch offers a perfect blend of refined private living, panoramic views (due to the elevation of the land) most dramatic at daybreak or sunset and superb hunting of trophy animals!

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We enjoy this amazing piece of property with 73.070 acres that include Cummins Creek frontage, a rolling terrain, wooded areas and a 3-acre lake and two additional stocked ponds. The land is wooded and hosts some of the most beautiful grounds, including oak and pine trees. The home on the property was built off of the roadway leaving much privacy and seclusion. According to CCAD, the home was built in 1963 with 1,557 square feet and features a wood-burning fireplace and central heat and air-conditioning. There are numerous outbuildings, but the grandest building of them all is a 35' by 40' metal barn with concrete floor with dirt down the middle allowing for storage of hay or equipment. The property also features one water well and three septic tanks.

Welcome to Colorado County!

Central Texas Colorado County v Columbus

Leyco Real Estate Dorothy Leyendecker 903 Front Street Columbus, TX 78934

979 732-3302 979 732-3399 fax leyco@sbcglobal.net

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This beautiful property is 998± feet wide and very deep. The north boundary is more open and has scattered trees, the south boundary is heavily wooded and there are two ponds. A two-story home has a metal exterior and roof for low maintenance. All kitchen appliances will be conveyed. Separate guest quarters have an additional covered concrete slab. The property also boasts an antique barn, four-car detached garage, carport and storage building.

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This magnificent property is only 40 minutes west of Fort Worth in the Brock community and minutes from Sugar Tree golf course on the Brazos River; private yet very accessible via paved county road. The sandy loam soil, giant Bermuda and coastal fields are bordered along the front with scheduled 40 heavy black pipe-fenced leading to a large impressive limestone and wroughtiron gated entry. Live oaks, extensive PVC board fencing and grassy pastures border the long driveway. Boasting 9,000 square feet under the standing seam metal roof within the limestone

Mac A. Coalson

front porch prepare your anticipated entry. An elegant Tuscan decor features five bedrooms, three

Real Estate Broker

and two-half baths and a 2.5-car garage. Ultra-high-end amenities include granite countertops,

7801 New Authon Road Weatherford, TX 76088

wood floors, 30-foot ceilings, Schonbek crystal chandeliers, Viking kitchen appliances, Theatre/ media room and a Caterpillar 60kw 400-amp auto transfer backup generator. Furnishings valued

940 682-4993 • 940 682-7751 817 925-3333 cell 940 682-4322 fax

at over $200,000 will stay with the new owner at no additional cost. Beautiful landscaping, five-

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exterior, this two-story Mediterranean prize is awe striking. Four tall stone columns with a slate

stall Barnmaster horse barn and an all-steel equipment barn finish off the exterior improvements.

Gorgeous large pond with dock and adorned with many oak trees. 100% of the executive mineral rights and 50% of royalty rights will be conveyed at closing and funding. For detailed information, go to www.coalson.com/105.html or call 940 682-4993. Realistically priced at $2,900,000.

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830 378-5856 SEE OUR COLOR AD IN THIS ISSUE! Llano River Thunderhill Ranch. Price Reduced!

946 acres for $7,500,000. Spectacular custom home overlooking the river. Improvements include 3 more homes, office, state-of-the-art deer breeding facility & pens stocked with 200+ superior whitetails and a private fishing lake. Owner will divide.

Guadalupe River Ranch. 2,198 acres for $6,154,400.

Gonzales Co. 3.5± miles Guadalupe River frontage.

Peach Creek flows through the Ranch, three water wells, Level 3 MLD Permit, other improvements.

Frio County Farm/Ranch. 5,985± acres. Water! West of Dilley and IH 35. Ideally suited for irrigated crops and/or cattle production. Eight Carrizo irrigation wells with estimated 13,000 acre-feet of water permitted by Evergreen water district. Call for price.

Owner will divide 3,000± acres with best hunting.

Frio Co. 727± Acres. $1,381,300. Red sandy loam country is mostly cleared. Carrizo irrigation well and a 200-acre pivot irrigation system, stock tank & creeks.

La Salle Co. 631± Acres. $1,072,700. Gently rolling terrain with red sandy loam soil, about half cleared, making good habitat for dove and quail. A Carrizo irrigation well serves 320-acre pivot irrigation system and stock tank. Cattle pens, old hunting cabin and peanut limitation payment.

Webb County Hunting Ranch 6,100± Acres. $9,150,000. Some of the best hunting country available in South TX. 2 stock tanks, 4 windmills, water line and numerous water troughs. About 30 minutes north of Laredo near IH-35. Owner will divide at $1,600/acre.

La Salle Co. CRP, Quail Country, 870± Acres. $1,740,000. Excellent quail and dove hunting. Water well and tank. County road frontage on 2 sides and deer-proof fence on three sides. Currently in CRP. Live Oak Co., Choke Canyon Ranch, 558 Acres. $1,088,100. Gorgeous views of Choke Canyon Lake.

Frontage on Hwy. 72 and Simmons Road. City water and great subdivision potential. Large stock tank, rolling hills, and native brush throughout the property.

Uvalde Co., 1,730 Acres. $4,325,000. 4.5± miles of the beautiful Frio River. Huge trees and deep aqua blue pools of water and good fishing and hunting.

Webb Co. Hunting Ranch, 560 Acres. $1,400,000.

30± minutes north of Laredo. Lots of improvements, including a 3BR house, 250-gpm water well and a large earthen tank. Red sand country w/bull mesquite on the entire ranch.

Webb Co. Headquarters Ranch, 2,593 Acres. $5,056,000. Excellent hunting ranch that is highfenced on three sides. Improvements include owner’s house, cookhouse, barns and foreman’s house. Frontage on IH-35 north of Laredo. At owner’s discretion, land could be divided into three properties.

Webb Co. Hunting Ranch, 840 Acres. $1,890,000.

Excellent hunting for whitetail deer. Deer-proof fence on 2 sides and county road frontage. Old headquarters, water well, windmill and tank. Great potential for division into smaller tracts.

Donnie Stegemoller Realtors www.wehavethekey.com www.huntershelpinghunters.com

325 646-5656 Office 866 646-5656 Toll Free

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Dan Kinsel III Ranch Broker, LLC

Zavala County. Hunting Ranch, 1,282± Acres. $2,243,500. On paved road five miles west of Crystal City. Big creeks, including Turkey Creek with permanent water and big oak trees, mean scenic views along with excellent hunting for deer, hogs, turkeys, dove & quail.

La Salle Co., 1,584± Acres. $2,376,000. Good hunting for deer, hogs, quail and doves. Water well and 2 tanks. Located 1/2 mile east of Los Angeles, Texas, on Hwy. 97.

Zavala Co. Ranch, 2,965± Acres. $4,151,000. Good hunting and cattle ranch, two water wells and 8 tanks. Three-bedroom house. Live oak and other big trees on Turkey Creek, which crosses the ranch.

Home to deer, turkey, dove and quail.

25,745 Acres, MEXICO. Good water, great elevation, houses, excellent cattle & hunting. $80/acre. Ask for Donnie.

4,410 Acres, WEST CENTRAL TEXAS. Turn-key deer breeding & deer hunting operation, great water & good soils. #05-146-5. Ask for Dale.

2,560 Acres, SOUTHWEST TEXAS. Val Verde County, nice lodge, great water, scenic, secluded and excellent hunting. $1,495,000. #06-031-1. Ask for Donnie.

1,500 Acres, CENTRAL TEXAS. Highly improved recreational ranch, heavily wooded, good water & great B&C genetics whitetail deer. #06-058-9. Ask for Jeremy.

1,207 Acres, CENTRAL TEXAS. This is some of the best Texas Hill Country has to offer. Heavily wooded, rolling hills w/scenic views, great deer country. $1,895 per acre. #06-104-9. Ask for Jeremy.

468 Acres, CENTRAL TEXAS. Brown County, heavy mesquite country with scattered live oaks, surface water, water well & community water, good hunting. $1,795/Ac. #06-111-9. Ask for Jeremy.

462 Acres, CENTRAL TEXAS. Excellent all-around recreational ranch, very heavily wooded, rolling to rugged terrain, house, water, electricity & river frontage. #06-108-9. Ask for Jeremy.

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Leyco Real Estate 979 732-3302 Real Estate Listings in Colorado County, TX 69.1.20 Ac. Drymalla Road - Open, perfect livestock.

20.10 Ac. FM 109. - Heavily wooded.

27.55 Ac. Heavily wooded, possible owner finance.

10.45 Ac. FM 109 - Heavily wooded.

FM 109. 5,880-sf metal building on 5 acres.

Historic 1800s 934 Milam. Commerical/ Residential.

618 Pecan St. New Ulm - Built in 1893 Corner lot.

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Heritage Texas Country Properties

Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty

www.E-CountryProperty.com

San Antonio, Texas

888 663-6461 Brenham 888 663-6469 Bellville 888 663-6467 Round Top 888 663-6440 La Grange

210 804-1515 866 904-1515 toll free

866± ac. Prize-winning whitetail deer, 18± ponds, 15± ac. lake, 2 spacious homes, high elevation, cattle ranch & hunting paradise. Call for price and more details.

23± ac. Beautiful farmhouse with exceptional finishes, majestic live oaks and million $$ views. $750’s 83± ac. 1920s farmhouse, barn w/office & restroom, horse barn, ponds, private setting, grand views. $520’s 20± ac. Restored farmhouse, wood floors & walls, great porches for entertaining, pool & cabana. $590’s 69± ac. Amazing home, sparkling pool, barn, antique home to restore, pond, scenic setting. $1,450,000 174± ac. Furnished 4bd, 4ba home overlooking serene 5± ac. lake, nature and riding trails. $1,125,000

Jacobs Properties Montgomery, Texas www.txland.com

936 597-3301 office MONTGOMERY COUNTY Oak Trails 30± acres wooded, will divide.

McCoy Farm 30 acres, 2BR/1.5BA shop apartment.

Sharp Road 21+ acres, will divide.

West Ridge 20+ acres, 2,052 square feet 4BR/2BA. Lazy W Ranch 19+ ac., 2,500 square feet, 4BR/3BA. Campbell Place 15 ac., 2,250 square feet, 3BR/ 2.5BA. Woodlands Hideaway 11.14 acres, barn.

Sunset Ranch Only 3 tracts left!

Ranches at Pinehurst 8 ac, 4,000 sf 4BR/3.5BA, antique mantel and entry, stained glass windows, both formals, 2 fireplaces, 2 staircases, game room, owner’s retreat, barn, pastures, 5 miles from Woodlands Parkway. Seller motivated.

Bert Brown 6+ acres, 3 homes.

Majestic 6+ acres, 3,097 sf 3BR/2.5BA study, shop/barn, gated community, both formals, large windows, granite counters, Jenn-Air gas cook top, breakfast bar, huge laundry. Seller motivated.

Austin Park 5 acres, 2,900-square-foot log home WALKER COUNTY Bishop Road 251 acres, barns, hay, will divide.

FM 1791 38+ acres, small barn, water system, pond.

LIBERTY COUNTY J Bar K Ranch 20.187 acres, 3BR/2BA home, barn.

SEE OUR AD IN THIS ISSUE FOR: Double J Ranch 379+ acres, Madison County.

Roberts Spur 312+ acres, Walker County.

M & S Ranch 48+ acres, Walker County.

Rose Road 16+ acres, Montgomery County.

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45,000± AC, Coahuila, Mexico.

135± miles from Eagle Pass, TX Hacienda La Rosita. Flat brush plains to rolling hills to dramatic mountains. 4 water wells, numerous tanks, seasonal springs, 4 man-made reservoirs. Extensive waterlines for irrigation/cattle troughs. Stone main residence. 6 staff quarters. Barn, tack room, sheds, etc. 3 cattle pens. Deer, turkey, quail, dove, mountain lion, black bear. Hwy. 57 from Piedras Negras, 1st Int’l Port of Entry. Contact Alberto Muzquiz.

Idyllic Hill Country, 188± AC. Bandera Co., Bandera Horse or cattle ranch or excellent hunting & recreational property. Relatively flat with large trees.

75± acres improved pasture, remaining rangeland.

Deep soil. Good access. Deer, turkey hogs, dove, freeranging exotics. FM 173, 1± hour from San Antonio.

Contact Robert Dullnig.

Scenic Recreational Property, 156± AC. Uvalde County, Concan Breathtaking views in the Frio River Canyon near Garner State Park. Native grasses & trees. 1 well with subpump. Whitetail deer, hogs & exotics. 1.5± hours from San Antonio. Contact Robert Dullnig.

‘Casa de Viento’, 13± AC. Uvalde Co., Uvalde Million dollar, hilltop views. Substantial. 4BR/4BA bath home. 3-car garage, parking court. Well. 2,000± s.f. barn. Horses welcome. 7± miles southeast of Uvalde.Contact Robert Dullnig.

Pecan Orchard, 24.55± AC. Brooks Co., Falfurrias A beautiful home & 15+ yr. old pecan orchard!

Storage barns. Irrigation well + city water. The productive trees are unique to the area. Other farm with pecan trees available. Contact Grady Cage.

Concho River Frontage, 663± AC. Concho Co., Paint Rock Cleared with Coastal Bermuda, Klein grass, Sudan fields & native grasses. Fenced/cross-fenced. Main residence. Barn. Pecan orchard. Large tanks. Deer, turkey, bobcat, Quail, dove. Owner may divide.

Contact John Tarrillion.

Limestone Residence, 30± AC. Kendall Co., Blanco A jewel in the Hill Country, buffered by large ranches & rolling tree covered hills! Limestone home, metal roof. 4/3.5, study, patio, deck, waterfall. 3-car garage with gameroom. 1 well, 1 tank, metal barn, graded roads. Cleared & fenced. 13± miles west of Blanco.

Contact John Tarrillion.

Exotic Game Ranch, 307± Acres Texas Hill Country, Kerr Co., Mountain Home Live like the Garden of Eden surrounded by Indian black buck antelope, German red deer, axis deer, European fallow deer & wild turkey among its wildlife. Selectively cleared, the ranch is perimeter high fenced & cross fenced. 3,000± s.f. lodge includes a stone fireplace, gameroom with pool table, fully equipped kitchen & deep covered porch for breezes & views across the idyllic treed grounds.

Large metal equipment barn. Sheds. Catch pen.

Secured storage bins. Seasonal creek. Convenient to IH-10 West & 290 intersection. Contact Rick Kuper.

Red Bird Ranch, 20± AC. Medina Co., Rio Medina Historic 1906 home and 1915 commissary renovated with integrity and superbly updated. Pool, pavilion with fireplace. Guest/bunkhouse with kitchen, and two baths. Dairy barn. Horse barn and tack room.

Barn with stalls, storage. Located 25± miles west of downtown San Antonio or its airport. Contact Robert Dullnig.

Legacy Real Estate Caleb Matott

432 349-3330 255 Acres, Glasscock Co. 3,400-sf home with 3-car shop/garage. Big deer, turkey dove & quail. Good grass, terrain changes. Potential for farming on 80 acres of bottomland. $399,000 3 Sections, Glasscock Co. 220 acres in cultivation that will show a return on investment and 1,700 acres in pasture. Dirt tank, native grasses and oak shinnery. Metal building, 2 water wells with water piped across ranch. Trophy-size mule deer and whitetail. Ranch has not been hunted for 15 years. $1,059,000 1,940 Acres, Glasscock Co. Spectacular bobwhite and blue quail hunting. 630 acres in cultivation with 8 irrigation wells.790 acres in farm with irrigation wells and in- row water system. $1,164,000 200 Acres, Crockett Co. Big canyons, lots of brush cover. Mule & whitetail deer. Part of a large hunting ranch that is now a hunting co-op. $130,000

Janet G. Helm, Ranch Broker helm@dellcity.com

915 828-3532 11.7 Miles of Devils River Frontage. 14,224-acre Jarrett River Ranch is at the juncture of the Edwards Plateau, the Trans Pecos and the South Texas Brush Country, just 48 miles NW of Del Rio, Texas.

Fabulous habitat for wildlife and a fly-fisherman’s dream. $2,100/acre Great Investment Property. 935-acre Nobles Ranch, located 1 mile west of Midland city limits on major highway. Residential and commercial development surround this ranch. Two nice headquarters with horse and roping facilities. Good quality water. $4,500,000 West TX Hunting Ranch. 9,177-acre Trinity Ranch is 16 miles east of Van Horn, TX, south of I-10, with highway frontage. Trophy mule deer, excellent blue quail and dove. Perfect terrain for hunting with jeeps and buggies. Big underground water. 2.5 hours from El Paso or Midland/Odessa. $250/acre Beautiful Southwestern Home on 103 acres near Ft. Davis. Split-level 5,154-square-foot adobe home with guesthouse, orchard, mountain views, shallow water. 5,300 feet above sea level. This is absolutely one of the nicest in the Davis Mountains area. $1,300,000 PLEASE CALL FOR ADDITIONAL LISTINGS.

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Jeff Avant Ranch Sales Markham Realty, Inc. Dilley, Texas www.avantranchsales.com

www.markhamrealty.com View maps & pictures on website

830 965-1775

888 286-3575

FRIO CO. 2,200 AC. Low fenced, 3 carrizo water wells, tanks, excellent brush, some fields, hwy frontage, about 50 miles to San Antonio.

FRIO CO. 1,485 AC. High fenced, ranch house, lodge, barns, equiptment, carrizo irrg. wells, pivots, tanks, exotics and whitetails.

WEBB CO. 2,593 AC. Part high fenced, ranch house, bunkhouse, cook house, 2 water wells, tanks, good brush, hwy frontage.

LA SALLE CO. 800 AC. High fenced on 3 sides, 2 water wells, 1 tank, red sandy soils, excellent dove and quail area, part of a larger ranch.

FRIO CO. 3,000 AC. Low fenced, brush w/500ac.

Fields, carrizo irrg. Well, 3 pivots, 1 shallow well, red sand, excellent bird and deer potential.

Visit website for more information & other listings!

48.9 Ac. Walker County. North edge of Huntsville, FM 247 frontage, homesite or development tract. $6,000/acre 52-Ac. Ranch. Walker County. North of New Waverly, Texas. Custom home, barn, fenced, crossfenced, bunkhouse. $525,000 76-Ac. Retreat. Walker County. East of Huntsville, lodge style home, rolling hills. $379,500 100 Ac. Walker County. Seven miles north of Huntsville, cabin, frontage on Nelson Creek, property resembles Hill Country. $3,695/acre 131.2 Ac. Walker County. North of Huntsville, SH 75 frontage, rolling, wooded, development potential. $3,750/acre 225 Ac. Madison County. Northwest of Madisonville, fenced pastureland, tank, corrals. $2,550/acre

Landmark Realty Group Phyllis Browning Company 936 552-7000 www.landmarknac.com

www.pbcfarmandranch.com

GENTLEMAN`S RANCH. All you need are the cattle. Land is mostly rolling pasture Lots of hay to be made. Home is very spacious. Kitchen has lots of cabinets and counter space. 30 yr roof in 2006. Lots of road frontage. $235,000 GREAT FARM READY FOR YOUR ANIMALS. On 52 acres, 3BR/2BA home, 1,557± sf, w/2 ponds, pine timber, fenced & crossed-fenced, w/holding pens, barns, lots of fruit & shade trees. $189,500 COUNTRY CHARMER w/many extras, Beautiful home 3BR/2BA w/approx. 2,376 sf on 8 acres, scored floors & molding throughout the home, storage over garage, Pond w/cement spillway, Deck, deep well with running fountain in the center of pond, 30x50 shop w/20x50 overhang, three 10x12 roll-up shop doors, bathroom heated, dump station at shop for motor home. $359,900

Ranch Land Co. www.ranchlandco.com

800 960-9001 Brown County, 126.9 Acres. Very productive stock farm 8 miles southwest of Bangs, Texas. Excellent water, 4 good tanks and community water line.

Three fenced pastures with good cover of grasses mostly coastal. Good set of corrals and a nice little barn. Seller conveying 100% of minerals owned.

The Bangs Farm is an excellent place to build w/the comforts of country living & conveniences of nearby Brownwood.

Menard County, 1,178 Acres. Located 23 miles from Menard, TX. Historic, German-style two-story restored home w/4BR & beautiful scenic views. Large barn with good set of pipe corrals and working pens.

Excellent water with a 5-acre lake, 2 water wells and 2 springs. Exceptional hunting. Price reduced.

800 860-0699 7 AC, Atascosa Co. Nice updated 3-2. Barn, shed.

48 AC, Atascosa Co. Comfortable 3-2 brick home.

Good brush, outbuildings and an electric gated entry.

6.69 AC, Bandera Co. Riverfront community w/ shared Medinal River frontage.

23.6 AC, Bexar Co. Seasonal creek. Springs-fed pond, 2 homes. 10-stall horse barn & pastures.

67 AC, Blanco Co. Near Johnson City, straddles running Rocky Creek Barn, Bunk House.

36+ AC, Comal Co. Elegant universal designed hilltop home, pool, steel barn w/qtrs, room for 6 stalls.

11.69 AC, Comal Co. 4-3 rock w/metal roof. 2-2 quarters, infinity-edge pool & views.

28+ AC, Comal Co. Hill Country estate. Architectural masterpiece, slate & antique pine flrs. barn w/4 bays.

20 AC, Comal Co. Medit. 4-4 w/3,600-sf main house + 1,100-sf 3-1.5 guesthouse. Pool & shop.

1,560 AC, Frio Co. Early settlers ranch. Superb cattle ranch, wild game, good roads & water.

844 AC, Hays Co. Near TSU Campus. Suited for upscale development project or commercial.

100.86 AC, Kendall Co. Limestone 4-4 + guesthouse.

2-story living area, freeform pool, fire pit, lighted arena, batting cage, outbuilding, 1-acre pond.

105.95 AC, Kerr Co. Recreational ranch in Comfort.

Hilltop 2-2 w/22’ ceilings. Wet-weather, spring-fed creek, pastures. fully fenced.

17.1 AC, Kendall Co. All-weather creek runs through property. Main house, guest & creek houses.

380 AC, Medina Co. Mix of native brush & pasture.

Quail & deer. Fence/cross fenced, 2 stock tanks.

22 AC, Medina Co. Working farm w/7-acre pecan orchard. 3-2 home, pool. Borders Chacon Creek, 3 Carrizo water wells. Equip. conveys.

213 AC, Medina Co. Prime brush w/large stocked lake, barn, pavilion, skeet towers.

222 AC, Medina Co. 6 miles from Devine off FM 2200. 40% brush, 60% native & improved pastures.

Great views. Good potential building site. Metal barn.

2,656 AC, Uvalde Co. Big Hat Ranch. Blanco Creek & wet-weather Hackberry Creek. 3-2 ranch & guest houses, hunters cabin & 5 wells. Abundant wildlife.

764 AC, Uvalde Co. Good recreational prop. Fenced with some cross fencing.

155 AC, Uvalde Co. On Nueces River. 3/2 house w/ views. Many improvements & abundant game.

409 AC, Wilson Co. Great for cattle/horses. Nice 3-2 home w/frpl & hot tub. Cattle pens & 2 stock tanks 290.5 AC, Wilson Co. Rolling hills, 2 stock tanks, irrigation pivot, wet-weather creek, 2 water wells.

24.8 AC, Wilson Co. Great horse farm w/3-2 + guest qtrs. Barnmaster barn, fenced & cross fenced.

251 AC, Wilson Co. New rock home w/3-car gar. & pool. Add’l 2-story historic home circa 1870.

17,370 AC, Zavala & Frio Cos. Best TX whitetail deer hunting. Excellent brush, carefully managed.

Deer, turkeys, quail, dove. 3 miles Leona River.

VIP Country Properties www.vipcountry.net Visit our website for detailed brochures.

979 865-9459 Twin Brooks 160 ac, Austin Co., Great commuter access, 6,400-sf luxury home, pool & spa, woods, improved pastures, creeks, pond, cabin. $1,999,000 Plantation Gardens 24 ac, Waller Co., Louisianastyle antebellum home, live oaks, tennis courts, hot tub, pool with waterfall slide, barbecue area, sprinkler system and horse barn with quarters. $895,000 The 202 Ranch 202 ac, Fayette/Gonzales Co., Convenient yet private location, rolling pastures, woods, ponds, barn, pens, seasonal creek. $3,000/ acre.

Sky View Farm 26 ac, Austin Co., Five-story contemporary, hills, live oaks, creek, pond. $495,000 Double Deuce Horse Farm 21 ac, Waller Co., Located w/in 45 min of Houston, scattered trees, pastures, 20-stall horse barn and additional red barn, pond, board fencing. $405,000 Willow Springs Farm 25 ac, Fayette Co., Renovated 1-1/2 story farmhouse, Willow Springs Creek originating on the property, large willow and pecan trees, barn, pond. $395,000 Country Place 4+ ac, Austin Co. Commuter location, spacious 4/2.5 home with pool/spa. $389,000 Victorian Charm Brenham, Washington Co., Circa 1915 4/2 restored home, wood floors, high ceilings, oversized corner lot, 2 bedroom apartment. $163,000 SEE OUR AD IN THIS ISSUE FOR: Rim Fire Ranches Austin Co., 200 ac, $7,500/ac, 110 ac & 81 ac, $8000/ac Peach Grove Farm 87 ac, Waller Co. $2,200,000 ARMCOR Farms 145 ac, Brazoria Co. $1,900,000 Lost River Ranch 158 ac, Austin Co., $1,800,000 Winchester Ranch 200 ac, Fayette & Bastrop Co., $1,150,000 Cuttin’ Low Ranch II 73± ac, Austin Co. $950,000 The Wood-Hughes Home Historic Home, Brenham, Washington Co. $675,000 Freedom Farm 23 ac, Washington Co., $275,000 Volume 41 Texas Farm&Ranch

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Terry Wootan Real Estate www.terrywootanrealestate.com

325 247-5711 Horse Lovers. 43+ Acres, Llano Co. 3BR/2BA home 2 barns, arena, much more. $674,900 Wells Ranch. 630 Acres, Hall, TX. Lrg main home, unique hunting lodge, Richland Creeks, beautiful view and wildlife. Great Hill Country Find. $3,995/ acre Otwell Ranch. 1,591 Acres, Llano Co. Main home great elevation changes, Babyhead Mounting Range, abundant deer. Lots of extras! Will divide. $6,000,000 Oatman Creek Ranch. 218 Acres S of Llano.

4BR/3BA home, w/carport, covered porch, well, pond, barn, gated. Abundant wildlife. Very nice Hill Country ranch. $1,300,000 Walker Ranch. 43 Acres in Lake Buchanan off of CR 261, Lake access, building site, views. $7,800/acre Rockin’ J Ranch. 952 Acres, San Saba Co. One of the best low-fenced ranches in Hill Country, game managed. 2 manufactured homes, large barn. Deep Creek runs through front pasture. Great hunting ranch. $2,995/acre Great Hunting Ranch! 473 Acres, Menard Co. Panoramic views, great hunting, great investment property, nice building spots. Nice cover! Great Price! $1,350/acre 23 Acres, McCulloch County. 3BR/2BA brick home. 2-car garage w/guest quarters, large metal barn, arena, low fenced and cross-fenced. Great horse property, priced to sell! $295,000 45.9 Acres, Llano Co. Beautiful property near Field Creek. Excellent building site, gently rolling, perfect for horses/cattle. Improved grasses, Field Creek runs through the property. $4,500/acre

Ed White Realty Rocksprings, TX www.edwhiterealty.com

800 683-LAND 6.5 ac. Pulliam Creek, Elec, Barksdale. $499,950 20 ac. Pulliam Creek, Elec, Barksdale. $999,950 25 ac. Mobil home, 2 blinds, 3 feeders. $39,950 25 ac. 390’ cabin, feeder, 2 water troughs. $49,950 35 ac. Mobil home, cistern, troughs, bids, fdrs. $49,950 43 ac. 16x16 Cabin, blinds, feeders. $42,950 52 ac. Elec avail, shared well. $49,950 54 ac. 2,060’4/3 Home, 344’ Barn, 10x10 shed, horse paddock, elec, well, 3 blinds, 5 feeders, fenced, hwy frt. $159,950 55 ac. Elec avail, shared well, trough. $32,950 62 ac. 380’ water well, elec avail, fence one side, big valley, hilltop views. $69,950 68 ac. Trailer, bids, feeders, water tank, well. $39,950 68 ac. Elec avail, blinds, feeder. $79,950 86 ac. Trailer, bids, Mrs, shared well. $49,950 100 ac. Hilltop view, fence, deer, elk. $99,950 100 ac. County rd, hilltop, deer, elk. $109,950 100 ac. County rd, oak valley, elk. $109,950 100 ac. Home, septic, elec, hwy. $169,950

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101 ac. Oaks, views, elk, deer. $109,950 101 ac. Views, old well & tank, deer, elk. $129,950 102 ac. Views, tank & trough, Terms. $99,950 102 ac. Fence, creek, views, shared well. $111,000 102 ac. Elec, fence, views, shared well. $111,000 103 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, creek, roads, hilltop, shared well, elec avail, deer, elk. $112,000 103 ac. County Rd, water, elec, deer, elk. $113,000 104 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, valley views, shared well, deer, turkey, elk. $114,000 105 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, Cave Creek, shared well, elec avail, deer, turkey, elk. $115,000 105 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, 3 cabins, concrete reservoir, 2 shared wells, ‘elec. $199,950 105 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, elec avail, shared well, views, deer, elk. $115,000 106 ac. Cabin, 3 stands, shared well, awesome views, deer, turkey. $69,950 107 ac. Road 2 sides, fenced 1 side, shared well, elec avail, hilltop view, deer, turkey, elk. $116,950 107 ac. Road 2 sides, oak views, shared well, elec avail, deer, turkey, elk. $117,500 115 ac. Road 2 sides, oak views, elec avail, shared well, deer, turkey, elk. $126,000 115 ac. Hilltop 1100’ 2/1 Home, water system, elec, deer, axis, elk, turkey, awesome views. $239,950 120 ac. Furnished 2/1 Lodge, elec, 3,000-gallon water system, hilltop view, deer. $119,950 146 ac. Fence 2 sides, two 3000 gallon tanks, 2 water troughs, 3000 lb feeder, creek. $499,950 150 ac. Water tank, 3 troughs, 3 blinds $119,950 155 ac. Cabin, 900 gal water tank. $122,800 156 ac. Oak valley, fenced 3 sides, 3000 gal water tank & trough, water guzzler, creek. $499,950 160 ac. Road end, fenced 1 side, shared well, elec avail, deer, turkey, elk. $175,000 175 ac. Furnished 2/1 Lodge, elec, 3,000-gallon water system, hilltop view, deer. $152,900 201 ac. Road 2 sides, shared well, views, elec avail, deer, elk. $209,900 201 ac. County Rd, water, views, deer, $218,000.

201 ac. Road 2 sides, shared well, views, elec avail, deer, elk. $219,900 203 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, creek valley, hilltop views, shared well, deer. $214,950 208 ac. Road 1 side, fenced 1 side, big valley, shared well, elec avail. $225,000 217 ac. Road 2 sides, fence 1 side, oak views, shared well, elec avail, elk. $229,950 227 ac. Furnished Lodge, water well, 12,600’ fame fence, 3 water tanks, 2 water troughs, 7 feeders, 6 blinds, 8 bow stands, game stock, terms. $499,950 233 ac. Road end, fenced 2 sides, creek valley, shared well, deer, turkey. $256,000 261 ac. Road end, fenced 1 side, hilltop views, creek valley, shared well, deer, elk. $279,950 266 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, hilltop views, creek valley, elk. $299,950 301 ac. Four water systems, 3,000 lb feeder, fence, oaks. $999,900 304 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, views, shared well, elec avail, deer, elk. $299,950 309 ac. Remote, 2 wells, 3 cabins, tank, elec, deer, turkey. $399,950 334 ac. Road 2 sides, fence 2 sides, hilltop views, old well & tank, deer, elk. $359,950 393 ac. Road end, fenced 2 sides, water, elec, hilltop views, creek valley, deer, elk. $399,950 409 ac. Fence 1 side, hilltop views, elec avail, 2 shared wells, 3 cabins, deer, elk. $499,950 483 ac. Fence 1 side, awesome views, deer, turkey, creek valley. $499,950 483 ac. 1,624’ Stone/Cedar 3/2 CHCA all appliances, wildlife pond, well, elec, fenced, 5 blinds, 7 feeders, hwy frt. $899,950 490 ac. Hwy, elec, fenced, well, big deer. $439,950

542 ac. End of road, fenced 3 sides, elec, 3,000 gallon water tank, big oaks. $699,950 600 ac. Fence 2 sides, Shared well, elec, creek valley, deer, turkey. $599,950 817 ac. Road 2 sides, fence 2 sides, old well & tank, hilltop views, elec avail. $816,000 906 ac. Spring fed wildlife ranch, 4825’ Luxury 3BR/ 4Ba home, Guest home, manager’s home, barns, 2 permanent springs, water well, Axis, Whitetail, Hwy frontage, views. $2,790,000 986 ac. Furnished lodge, container, 2 wells, 2-5,000 gallon tanks, 6 troughs, 1 stock tank, hwy frontage, minerals, deer, turkey, fenced, views. $689,000 1,239 ac. 1,600’ Hilltop Home, bunkhouse, barn, apartment, 2 wells, fenced, hwy frt. $1,490,000 1,390 ac. End of road, fenced 3 sides, windmill well, hilltop views, deer, elk, turkey $1,389,000 2,008 ac. End of road, fenced 3 sides, windmill well, hilltop views, deer, elk, turkey. $1,999,000 3,338 ac. End of road, fenced 3 sides, windmill well, hilltop views, deer, elk, turkey. $3,335,000

Scott Land Company Ben G. Scott, Broker www.scottlandcompany.com

800 933-9698 CAPROCK AREA RANCH – 2 1/3 sections, 3 homes, barns, pens, 3 creeks, 16-acre lake, great hunting, minerals.

Texas Homestead Real Estate 830 792-4404 229 Acres, Kerrville, TX. 5 minutes to Kerrville, 55 minutes to San Antonio. Limestone home, paved road system, big lake, abundant wildlife, fantastic views. 2,795,000. Call Graydon Vaught.

225 Acres, Red Star Ranch, Kerr Co. Within 25 miles of Kerrville with 1,280 feet of frontage on Hwy 41. Level terrain, 50% high fenced, 2 wells. Native grasses, huge oak trees and minimal cedar. 10acre field for cultivation. Partially constructed deer breeding pens w/water. 586,210. Call Cully Vickers.

1,800 Acres, Junction, TX. Close to Junction, 1 hour and 30 minutes from San Antonio via I-10.

Level mesquite flats and native grasses. Mesa top building site. Lake potential. Gentry Creek traverses the southern side. 3,792,500. Call Graydon.

8.75 Acres, Kerrville, TX. On the Guadalupe River, seconds away from the airport currently undergoing expansion. Excellent recreational or developmental property. 350,000. Call Graydon.

310±-Acre Bandera County Water Ranch. Between Bandera and Medina. Build your getaway on this beautiful high fenced ranch featuring a stocked 25­±acre lake. Fish! Hunt! Relax! Priced at $2,850,000.

Call Bill Barton.

360± Acres Guadalupe River, Kerrville, TX. Proximity to Kerrville gives development potential.

Live water, wildlife, 2 homes, tillable fields, investment opportunity. $5,600,000. Call Graydon.

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Tina McCelvey & Assoc. www.TexasRanchGirl.com

210 495-TINA (8462) 200 Acres, San Marcos, TX, unimproved property.

Water meter, pipe cattle pens and abundant wildlife.

Seller may divide. $3,500/acre 238+ Acres in La Salle County. 3,400-sf home, pool, stock tank, lots of brush & wildlife. $650,000 250.8 Acres Bear Creek Ranch in Kerr and Kendal Counties. Beautiful oak trees and abundant wildlife. $3,750,000 1,513 Acres, La Salle County. High-fenced with 7 stock tanks, lodge, breeder deer, intensely game managed. $2,000/acre 2,230 Acres Camaron Ranch in La Salle County.

Original 1950s headquarters lodge, large lake, typical south Texas brush. $1,695/acre 7,000 Acres in La Salle Co. Modest improvements, high-fenced, large stock tanks, all brush, no minerals. $1,795/acre.

Rare Earth Kerrville, Texas www.RareEarthRealty.com

830 257-7192 Gillespie County. 118 acres. Highway 16 near Fredericksburg. All-weather creek w/new concrete dam. Five large ponds/tanks. Pedernales River.

Coastal fields, hardwoods, concrete interior road.

Large rock entrance with life-size buffalo and flowing water. A rare find. $2,500,000 Gillespie County. 20.12 acres. Old homestead. Twostory, late 1800s + log cabin + small house. Allweather creek, Hardwoods, coastal field. Hwy. 16.

Pedernales River access. Near Fredericksburg.

Gillespie County. 25.93 acres. Coastal field. Some woods, some Creek. Gated entrance. Pedernales River access. Near Fredericksburg.

Gillespie County. 34.21 acres. Post oaks. Coastal field, 3 tanks/ponds, well & windmill. Gated entrance Pedernales River access. Near Fredericksburg. Great views!

Gillespie County. 29.14 acres. Woods. 2 tanks/ ponds. Wildlife & solitude. Gated entrance.

Pedernales River access. Near Fredericksburg.

Smith Ranch Investments Randy Smith, Realtor Cuero/Gonzales

830 672-8668 1,095 AC. - VARNER CREEK RANCH. Brazoria County, Just an easy 45-minute drive southwest of Houston Galleria shopping. Fertile, well drained, horse/cattle ranch w/good wildlife habitat along 3 miles of creek bottom. Oaks, elms, pecans, brush.

Ponds for dove, quail, waterfowl. Near coastal recreation and wildlife management areas. Paved road. Minerals. $3,000 per acre

3,385 AC. - 1 HR. SOUTHEAST OF SAN ANTONIO. Great surface water: lakes, ponds, creeks. Cattle/ hunting/fishing ranch w/improved grasses. Good working improvements, two cabins. Oaks, brush.

Deer, dove, quail, turkey, hogs, waterfowl, fishing.

Minerals. $2,250/acre 100 TO 205 AC. - GONZALES. Less than 1.5 hrs. San Antonio & Austin. Beautiful stone hilltop home well hidden from road. New shop, barn, 4 wells, 2 ponds, lake. Nice oaks, brush, open pasture. Minerals. 205 acres - $1,100,000. 100+ acres - $975,000 with home, improvements, lake, view.

69 AC. - NW AUSTIN NEAR LAKE TRAVIS. Hilltop w/panoramic views. Isolated creek. Oaks, cherry, juniper. Wildlife tax valuation. $6,525/acre 12-AC. GONZALES DEVELOPMENT TRACT Residential and commercial. $10,000/acre

Century 21 Home & Ranch Realty 254 925-5500 740 Ac. Northern Erath Co., 100% minerals, excellent wildlife & grazing, CR frontage, 3 stock tanks, 1 lake. $2,961,600 262 Ac. Previous dairy, excellent coastal, double 13 barn, super views, nice brick house, permitted for 990 head. $1,200,000 94 Ac. Sandy soil, 3 wells, tanks, productive coastal fields, irrigation equipment. $300,000 142 Ac. On paved FM road, creek, historical home site, wildlife, 50% minerals. $339,240 23 Ac. 3/3 home, covered & outdoor arenas, bleachers, concession stand, office, restrooms, feed room, irrigation well, etc. $799,000

United Country Real Estate www.unitedcountry.com

800 999-1020, ext 857 383+-ACRE RANCH w/low rolling hills, lots of trees, good grass & great hunting w/native & exotic game! Several shared wells. 3BR/2BA rock home. $510,000 POULTRY FARM. Six 40x500 computerized houses & many other outbldgs. 5BR/3BA home w/pool. On 109+ acres. Pilgrims Pride contract. $1,975,000 RICE FARM & PINES. 3,661 acres w/about 1,753 tillable. 1,254 in loblolly pines ranging in age from 3 to 17 yrs. 2 large lake, canals, irrigation wells, smaller lakes & creeks. Grain bins. Lots of wildlife including ducks. Small landing strip. $4,576,250 UNBELIEVABLE! 628±-acre converted rice farm 45 min. E. of Houston. 2,100-sf home/lodge w/3BR/ 2BA, pool, spa & waterfall & 14-acre lake. 2,000ft grass land strip & local airport is 8 miles away.

170 acres w/drivable levees surround three “Ducks Unlimited” projects of 270 of the acres creating excellent habitat. 550 tillable acres for rice, milo or soybeans has been laser leveled. This is truly a oncein-a-lifetime opportunity. $2,625,000

Ranch Connection Cynthia Inman, Ranch Broker cynthia@ranchconnection.com www.ranchconnection.com

817 624-6564 Office 817 624-6285 Fax 817 366-3850 Cell Bosque County. This stunning 617-acre ranch offer its owner live creek, lake, tanks and numerous amenities!

Brewster County. 4,280 acres, super ranch with developmental potential, close to town!

Comanche County. 198 acres with Indian Creek, well, electricity, coastal pasture, trees, Needs your house and barn!

Eastland County. 600-acre recreational wilderness with Palo Pinto Creek, mountain, and heavily treed! $1,800,000 Falls County. 566-acre cattle ranch, improved coastal plus an additional 1,200 acres!

Wise County. 321 acres, hunting ranch. $1,065/ acre

Texas Ranch Sales, LLC www.TexasRanchSales.info

830 741-8906 Bandera Co-21 ac. Scenic, Medina River. $10500/ac Bandera Co-105 ac. Live creek, spring. $10,000/ac Bandera Co-110 ac. Pipe creek, spring, well $14500/ac Bandera Co-444 ac. Creek, lake, home. $8,221/ac Dimmit Co-1225 ac. H/fence, 7/ponds, 2/wells, paved frntg $2,800/ac Edwards Co-193 ac. Scenic, creek, well $1,264/ac Kerr Co-9 ac. Views, awesome homesites $61,111/ac Kerr Co-200 ac. Paved frontage, spring fed pond $9500/ac Kerr Co-258 ac. Home, 10-ac lake, paved frntg. $10,833/ac Kendall Co-33 ac. Scenic, wildlife, utilities $20,606/ac La Salle Co-2018 ac. H/fenced, home, paved frntg $2000/ac Live Oak Co-558 ac. Choke Canyon views. $2300/ac Maverick Co-1000 ac. 4/lakes, 5/wells, hm. $3500/ac Maverick Co-5100 ac. h/fence, home, lakes $1700/ac Maverick Co-6000 ac. Paved frntg, 3 wells, lrg ponds $1350/ac Medina Co-197 ac. 2/creeks, home, hunting $3000/ac Medina Co-1303 ac. huge lake, h/fence, creek, paved frntg. $3914/ac Medina Co-1600 ac. Creek, springs, ponds $2495/ac Uvalde Co-140 ac. Paved frntg, home, 3/wells, river $7246/ac Uvalde Co-157 ac. Paved frntg, creek, well $2500/ac Uvalde Co-330 ac. Paved frntg, 3/wells, river $3650/ac Uvalde Co-2200 ac. Paved frntg, lodge, 6 wells, ponds $2750/ac Val Verde Co-2833 ac. h/fence, 3/wells, spring $990/ac Webb Co-2593 ac. Hunting, homes, wells. $1950/ac Zavala Co-475 ac. Farm, wells, pivots $2250/ac Zavala Co-2500 ac. Ponds, wells, h/fence. $1750/ac Zavala Co-2986 ac. Paved frntg, 2/wells, 9/ponds, creek $1500/ac Volume 41 Texas Farm&Ranch

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Adkins & Associates www.adkinsandassoc.com

281 578-3100 Blanco River Ranch, 665± acres with 1+ mile of both sides of river located 7 miles east of Blanco on paved county road. Beautiful improvements include 3BR/3BA home, 2BR/2BA guesthouse, barn, pool, covered BBQ pavilion, nice lake, 2 ponds, 8 water wells, cleared of cedar. 80 acres improved coastal, foreman's home, hand’s house and more.

J. Myane Properties 830 833-5511

915 ac., Maverick Co. Game galore + water $2,500,000 205 ac., Ski & fishing lake, docks & more. $3,385,500 146 ac., Heavily wooded, 2 creeks, field. $1,024,874 145 ac., Spring, views and oaks. $1,024,874 57.25 ac., Home, barn, wells. Spectacular views, horse friendly. $620,000 45.97 ac., 2 cabins, great hunting. $361,000 32 ac., Comal Co. Mobile home, creek, barn. $325,000 12 ac. with home, barns, arena and more. $685,000 11.98 ac., Views, oaks, cedars, private road. $67,144 11.6 ac., Large home, storage bldgs, private. $345,000 10.65 ac., Huge home, pool, barn, more. $395,000 6 ac., Nice 3/1.5 home, guest quarters, views. B&B potential. $270,000 2 Acres of prime real estate on US Hwy 281. $339,000 2 Lots. Log home still needs some finishing. $200,000 Remodeled Home. Large rooms, patios and views. $195,000 Sixplex. Great potential, fully occupied. $365,000 Commercial Property multiple buildings. $430,000

Gaines Land Sales 325 625-9001 940± acres. Coleman County. In one family since 1912. $1,525 per acre.

602± acres. Pecos County. CRP income. Some hunting. $295 per acre 580± acres. Taylor County. Two ponds. Hunting. $750 per acre.

548± acres. Coleman County. Furnished 2 bedroom cabin. $1,495 per acre 180± acres. Coleman County. Furnished 3-2 home. $3,000 per acre 148± acres. Eastland County. Camper. Blinds, feeders $2,500 per acre.

100± acres. Coleman County Creek. Utilities. $2,000 per acre 50± acres. Coleman County. Utilities. Remote. $2,000 per acre 50± acres. Coleman County. Hunting. All wooded $2,000 per acre.

More land available. Co-operating brokers are always welcome to participate.

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Frosty Miller Real Estate 325 247-3997 Ada Trophy Ranch: This beautiful ranch consists of 2,926.3± acres 19 miles east of Ada, OK. Nice 4BR home, frame house with 3BR, large metal building for hunting lodge/corporate retreat, commercial kitchen, high fenced, several barns & outbuildings, deer feeders & blinds. Blessed with lots of water and wildlife.

Grote Ranch: Consisting of 492± acres where FM 1851 crosses the Mason, McCulloch Co. line, 6± miles south of Voca or 35± miles NW of Llano.

Excellent hunting for deer, turkey and most native Hill Country wildlife. Nice property with a good stand of grass & obviously well taken care of.

Cow Creek Ranch: 3,034± acres in Burnet County, TX. Older rock cabin, 4 wells w/pumps, live creeks & springs, diverse with deep canyons and broad mesas.

AAA&J Ranch: 870± acres in Columbus, TX. 2,100±sf rock home, large barn, tractor barn, complete slaughterhouse facility, ultimate hunting ranch & deer breeding pens. All tractors, implements, bulk feeders, corn feeders, alfalfa feeders, all-terrain vehicles, welders, trailers, tools, bass boat & many more items, too numerous to list, are included in the selling price.

21.21 Ac. Tract #1, Norris Ranch, Newberg Rd., Cat Spring. About 15% wooded, 3,000-sf tin barn, well w/windmill, paved road frontage, possible seller. $12,750/ac 24.56 Ac. 8077 Red Bird Rd., New Ulm. All wooded rolling, secluded tract with live creek, doublewide mobile. $7,500/ac 71.5 Ac. FM 1458 and Chew Road, Sealy. Road frontage 2 sides, barn, 30% wooded, dry-bed creeks, well. $9,995/ac.

115.4 Ac. Clens Road, Bellville. Raw land with paved road frontage, pond, branch, woods, roll, open fields. $8,750/ac 143.3 Ac. 5823 CR 252, Caldwell. 4BR/2BA cedar home w/metal roof, nice covered porches and deck, central heat/air, fireplace, 2 barns, small pond, creek.

Approx. 7 miles from Snook. $425,000 211.5 Ac. Old Hwy. 90 & Double Creek Rd., Off I10. Colorado Co., mostly open, 4,500’+ paved road frontage, 4+-acre lake, creek, old structures. $7,500/ ac 833.3 Ac. FM 331, Ueckert Rd., Lake Rd., Bellville.

Working cattle ranch, ponds, gravel ranch road, barns, living area, improved grasses. $2,950/ac

Wendland & Associates www.wendland-associates.com

Border Realty Ranch Sales Oscar O. Martinez, Jr., Agent

956 237-8310 214 Acres. Webb County.

66.3 Acres. Webb County.

160.5 Acres. 30 miles north of Laredo, Webb County.

303 Acres. Webb County, IH-35 frontage.

Bill Johnson & Associates Real Estate 979 865-5969 .462 Ac. 2002 Hwy. 71 S., Columbus. Fully equipped restaurant on .46-acre commercial lot. $350,000 2.261 Ac. IH-10 and Alleyton Road near Columbus.

Rectangular property with frontage on IH-10 feeder and Alleyton Rd. $310,000 3.5 Ac. 3021 Newsom Road, Bellville. 3BR/2BA home built in 2000, 2,215 sf, fireplace, central h/a, covered porches, patio. $314,500 10.2 Ac. Nelius Rd., Bellville. About half wooded property with season creek, approx. 295’ paved road frontage, no improvements. $153,000 16.66 Ac. Old Laake Lane, New Ulm. No improvements, good 10-acre hay meadow, about 1/2 heavy woods. $149,000

830 896-8410 Bastrop County, TX. 400 ac. Big house, 3,600 sf, 3/3, outstanding views overlooking the ranch, 3 lakes, cattlelhorse operation w/covered arena, coastal fields for grazing/hay making. Close to Austin.

Kerr County, TX. 485 ac. Old rock house, outbuildings, fields, big valley, views! Crystal-clear water on both sides, cascading waterfalls, beautiful water property close to town.

La Salle County, TX. 2,400 ac. Fantastic hunting in South TX! Big lodge with game room, bunkhouse, separate dining, deer storage w/walk-in cooler, game managed to produce record trophy white­tails!

Lampasas County, TX. 460+ ac. Scenic views with rock-bottom areas, rugged rocks,cliffs, live wa­ter!

Val Verde County, TX. 23,000+ deeded ac. Super hunting, good access off Hwy 90, cattle operation or sheep ranching, close to Mexico and Lake Amistad.

TI Valley Ranch, OK. 18,506± ac. Southeastern part, near McAlester in Pittsburg Co., grassy rolling hills to large stands of timber, fantastic views from hilltops, 70+ lakes & ponds, great investment!

Medicine Bow River Ranch, WY. Premier ranch.

77,630 ac. (59,400 deeded) 20 mi. of river, game-fish management, 2 large log homes in beautiful valley setting, fish from your own private trout stream, wind energy potential for future.

Sand Creek, UT. 10,200 deeded ac. Super hunting for elk, moose, deer, hills and views, large log home, Duchese River, 1 hour to ski area. Very scenic and picturesque setting for ranch of this size.

All out-of-state properties offered in cooperation with a quali­fying broker in respective states.

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