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Texas Farm & Ranch Magazine • Winter 2007 • Volume 46

Featuring

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Live Water

Ranch

Of Kendall County

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OUT HERE, AUCTIONS ARE HOW BUSINESS GETS DONE.

Boligee Creek Plantation Sold for over $1.7 million Boligee, AL

Oldtown Farm Sold for $3.1 million Point Pleasant, WV

Parachute Ranch Sold for over $28 million Garfield County, CO

Stray Winds Farm Sold for $13.6 million Harrisburg, PA

Calumet Farm Sold for over $17 million Lexington, KY

Huber Ranch Sold for $1.95 million Anatone, WA

Juniper Ridge Resort Sold for $2.3 million Show Low, AZ

Beacon Fields Sold for $3.1 million Lindale, TX

Hesperia Plantation Sold for $1.58 million Delta, LA

Flower Ranch Sold for $6.3 million near Telluride, CO

Moore Ranch Sold for $3.4 million.

Park and Fremont Co, CO

Eagle Lakes Preserve Sold for $4.5 million Slide Rock, WA

Silverleaf Farm Sold for $5.02 million Ocala, FL

F Quarter Circle Ranch Sold for $2.9 million Roggen, CO

Camp Creek Ranch Sold for $11.7 million Joseph, OR

Jackson Ridge Sold for $4.9 million Hancock County, MS

Ridgway Area Ranch Sold for $5.64 million Ridgway, CO

Crawford Farm Sold for $ 8.1 million Carrizo Springs, TX

Tri County Farms Sold for $1.7 million Georgetown, KY

Dancing Apache Ranch Sold for $3.5 million.

Sedona, AZ

Edgewater Estates Sold for $3 million Alexander City, AL

Snake Creek Ranch Sold for $5.46 million Alliance, NE

Hartford Farm Sold for $5.3 million Croton, OH

Gulf Coast Land Rush Sold for $3 million Vancleave, MS

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Best Live Water Ranch In Kendall County See page 21

contents

Cover Photography

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FEATURED RANCHES

REFERENCE

24 v River Valley Ranch

9 v Broker Index 10 v Property Index & Map

Listed by land/water/sky

37 v 4 Aces Ranch Listed by Hood Real Estate Company

CLASSIFIEDS

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170 v Additional Properties in the Marketplace

28 v Live Water - Rare Find!

Listed by Jeff Soele Investments, LLC

40 Exclusive Hunting Ranch in the Texas Hill Country

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Listed by Hood Real Estate Company

56 v Cottonwood Creek Ranch Listed by land/water/sky

58 v 19-Mile Crossing Ranch Listed by land/water/sky

62 v Summer Hill Farm Listed by Steve Grant Real Estate

ITEM OF INTEREST 18 v Cheyenne Ridge …It’s for the Birds

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broker index

Adkins & Associates ..................143 Allen Real Estate..........................103 Almy & Company .......................167 Anders Realty ................................ 76 Avant Ranch Sales.......................166 Bacon & Ranch Investments ...149 Beach Properties..........................106 Bill Johnson & Associates Real Estate .................................. 141 Bownds & Associates Inc. Realtors .......................................104 Capital City Sotheby’s International Realty 159 Casey Realty .................................132 Century 21 Advantage ...............162 Century 21 Hardee Team Realty .................150 Century 21 Harvey Properties, Inc. ............140 Century 21 Hesskew ..................155 Century 21 Home & Ranch Realty ............134 Childress Ranch Investments ...127 Clift, Scott & Associates ............168 Cohrs Realty Group....................136 Coldwell Banker United ............102 Country Land Sales ....................112 Deitra Robertson Real Estate, Inc. .........................133 Ed White Realty ............................ 46 eTexas Realty................................167 Evans and Associates .................120 Frontier Farm & Ranch.............166 Frosty Miller Ranch Realty, Inc. .....................122 Heritage Texas Country Properties...................148

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Hi View Real Estate ....................156 Hoffman International Properties .......... 116 Hood Real Estate Company ....... 37 Jacobs Properties......................... 114 Jeff Soele Ranch Investments ............... 21, 27 Kennedy Country Properties ...130 Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty ................... 72 land/water/sky ....................... 24, 56 LANDTX .......................................108 Lee, Lee & Puckitt Associates Inc. ...........................121 Live Oak Realty ...........................153 Llano River Real Estate ..............154 Mac A. Coalson............................152 Markham Realty, Inc. .................138 Martin Land Sales .......................169 Mason & Morse Ranch Company .......................164 Med Realty Investments ............147 Meek Ranch Sales ....................... 110 Navasota Realty ........................... 118 No Fences Land Co. ...................137 Open Range, Inc..........................142 Orvis, Cushman & Wakefield..135 Phelps Properties ........................158 Phyllis Browning Company ........ 85 Pioneer Real Estate .....................123 Premier Properties ......................163 Prudential Classic Realty........... 161 Ranch Connection ......................139 RE/MAX Llano ............................124 Re/MAX Metro Properties ........125 RE/MAX Town & Country .......126 Rohan Realty ................................146 Ruple Properties..........................100 Schulgen Ranch Investments ...157 Signor Farm and Ranch .............. 68 Solid Rock Real Estate ...............132 Southwest Land & Loan Co. .....168 Steve C. Lewis Ranch Real Estate .....................169 Steve Grant Real Estate................ 62 The Story Group .........................160 Suttle & Company........................ 96 Terry Wootan Real Estate.com ..128 Texas Homestead Real Estate .... 82 Texas Hunting Land...................151 Texas Ranch Sales, LLC............... 94 Texas Ranches For Sale ............... 98 Turnquist Partners Realtors, Inc. ..............................144 United Country J. Myane Realty ..........................129 United Country Real Estate........ 88 VIP Country Properties ............... 91 W. K. Shumpes Co........................ 79 Waller County Land Company ..........................145 Wendland & Associates ............ 131

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property index Acres±

Central

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8.................... Medina........................32 8.................... Uvalde.........................32 10.................. Austin..........................92 13.................. Travis........................ 144 14.................. Austin..........................91 15.................. Austin....................... 148 15.................. Uvalde.........................73 20.................. Grimes......................118 20.................. Guadalupe.................74 20.................. Travis........................ 102 20.................. Waller..........................71 21.................. Washington...............93 23.................. Robertson...................92 25.................. Waller....................... 133 25.................. Travis........................ 144 26.................. Travis........................ 144 27.................. Medina........................94 28.................. Travis........................ 102 30.................. Waller....................... 145 39.................. Comal..........................75 39.................. Washington...............91 40.................. Grimes......................119 44.................. Grimes......................119 44.................. Fayette...................... 130 44.................. Fayette...................... 148 45.................. Uvalde...................... 105 50.................. Fayette.........................69 50.................. Lampasas...................68 53.................. Fayette...................... 148

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55.................. Grimes......................118 55.................. Waller........................115 60.................. Washington...............93 68.................. Medina........................87 75.................. Bosque..................... 139 78.................. Colorado....................93 80.................. Grimes......................118 80.................. Grimes......................119 81.................. Fayette.........................93 82.................. Washington............ 158 82.................. Grimes......................119 87.................. Comal..........................94 90.................. Washington...............91 92.................. Caldwell......................85 93.................. Bastrop........................89 94.................. Wilson......................101 96.................. Fayette.........................92 96.................. Lampasas...................70 100................ Bosque..................... 134 100................ Caldwell......................87 100................ Washington...............71 101................ Grimes..................... 133 109................ Travis........................ 102 135............... Waller..........................92 150............... Bosque........................88 168................ Comal..........................75 176................ Washington...............91 194............... Washington............ 130 196............... McCulloch.............. 126 198............... Fayette.........................70 198............... Waller....................... 150 200............... Colorado................. 148 200............... Lampasas................ 149 200............... Medina........................94 201................ Guadalupe.................34 203............... Washington............ 130 216................ Grimes..................... 133 230............... Bosque........................90 233............... Waller....................... 145 278............... Colorado................. 159 287............... Medina..................... 123 300............... Medina........................73 309............... Grimes......................114 318................ Kinney.........................82 341................ Caldwell......................43 360............... Medina........................74 405............... Grimes......................114 420............... Bastrop......................131 425............... Medina......................101 433............... Lavaca.......................112 490............... Kinney.........................51 502............... San Saba.................. 153 519................ Coryell..................... 129 562............... San Saba.................. 128 750............... Uvalde...................... 132 750............... Uvalde...................... 132 760................ Uvalde.........................99 768................ Menard.................... 154 820............... Hamilton................. 127 828............... McCulloch.............. 108 930............... Hamilton................. 139 975............... Medina........................73 1,000............ Bosque..................... 160 1,000............ Uvalde.........................31 1,160............ Uvalde.........................96 1,208............ Uvalde.......................110 1,279............ Medina........................94 1,600............ Freestone................. 127 1,750............ Menard.......................98 2,251............ Uvalde.........................61 2,544............ Bosque..................... 137 2,544............ Coryell..................... 137 2,578............ Kinney...................... 121 2,635............ Medina........................98 3,262............ Uvalde.........................95 4,298............ Kinney.......................161 4,300............ Kinney...................... 169 5,800............ Uvalde.........................95 6,164............ Menard.................... 122 7,000............ Uvalde.........................58 7,050............ Uvalde.........................27 17,117........... Kinney.........................37 17,117........... Uvalde.........................37

High Plains

100................ Roberts.................... 168 640............... Hall........................... 168 2,864............ Randall..................... 135 3,655............ King.......................... 151

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3,655............ Knox......................... 151 10,474.......... Briscoe..................... 121

Hill Country

3.................... Bandera.................... 105 5.................... Blanco...................... 129 7.................... Bandera.......................33 15.................. Real..............................97 15.................. Gillespie......................83 18.................. Kerr........................... 120 21.................. Real........................... 123 26.................. Gillespie................... 146 32.................. Bandera.......................33 35.................. Real..............................32 39.................. Kendall.......................81 41.................. Gillespie......................35 43.................. Blanco...................... 126 46.................. Kendall.................... 107 49.................. Kendall.......................85 49.................. Kendall.................... 108 50.................. Blanco.........................78 50.................. Gillespie......................78 55.................. Bandera.................... 146 57.................. Gillespie................... 126 59.................. Bandera.................... 167 60.................. Bandera.......................33 60.................. Llano........................ 124 61.................. Bandera.................... 123 63.................. Blanco...................... 129 64.................. Bandera.......................36 73.................. Gillespie......................89 75.................. Real..............................97 77.................. Bandera.................... 104 78.................. Kendall.......................80 81.................. Kerr..............................42 83.................. Gillespie......................74 93.................. Kendall.......................87 100................ Blanco...................... 129 100................ Edwards......................50 100................ Edwards......................54 100................ Gillespie......................35 105................ Bandera.......................75 105................ Kendall.................... 107 107................ Gillespie................... 146 109................ Kendall.......................81 112................ Kimble......................111 118................ Bandera.......................34 118................ Gillespie................... 126 119................ Gillespie................... 146 120............... Gillespie......................76 123............... Kendall.................... 147 125............... Gillespie................... 146 126............... Bandera.................... 105 133............... Gillespie................... 146 134............... Edwards................... 123 134............... Gillespie................... 146 135............... Blanco.........................31 142................ Edwards......................55 142................ Gillespie......................76 142................ Gillespie................... 146 148................ Gillespie......................43 155............... Llano........................ 124 180............... Kendall.......................75 196............... Kendall.................... 106 200............... Llano........................ 128 206............... Edwards......................53 215................ Kendall.......................21 216................ Llano........................ 128 230............... Gillespie................... 146 239............... Bandera.......................30 244............... Bandera.................... 104 260............... Bandera.......................79 264............... Edwards................... 100 300............... Llano........................ 128 302............... Burnet.........................45 302............... Gillespie......................77 340............... Bandera.......................88 350............... Gillespie......................35 351................ Bandera.......................79 391................ Kendall.......................36 393............... Kerr..............................31 397............... Mason.........................81 400............... Mason.........................83 401................ Mason...................... 122 423............... Blanco...................... 169 423............... Edwards....................131 430............... Bandera.......................34 450............... Gillespie....................161 470............... Llano........................ 124

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474................ Kerr........................... 120 497............... Hays.............................60 506............... Kendall.......................80 516................ Blanco...................... 108 521............... Bandera.......................34 536............... Gillespie................... 108 562............... Bandera.......................79 600............... Kendall.................... 106 626............... Blanco.........................56 640............... Edwards......................96 640............... Real..............................89 648............... Kerr..............................82 663............... Gillespie................... 109 665............... Blanco...................... 143 710................ Edwards......................48 742................ Edwards......................49 828............... Burnet...................... 149 876................ Real..............................96 895............... Blanco...................... 103 1,133............ Bandera.......................28 1,300............ Real........................... 104 1,452............ Edwards......................47 1,561............ Blanco.........................24 1,579............ Burnet.........................31 1,600............ Bandera.......................36 1,834............ Edwards................... 109 2,000............ Kimble........................98 3,034............ Burnet...................... 122 4,107............ Edwards......................40 12,393.......... Edwards................... 109

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County

South

Metroplex

64.................. Hood........................ 152 105................ Parker....................... 152 123............... Erath......................... 167 160................ Grayson....................116 193............... Ellis........................... 156 283............... Erath......................... 134 350............... Erath............................89 430............... Cooke........................117 735............... Erath......................... 134 871............... Ellis........................... 156 2,016............ Parker....................... 139

Northeast

10.................. Van Zandt................ 155 19.................. Henderson.................65 23.................. Henderson.................66 40.................. Van Zandt...................66 40.................. Van Zandt................ 155 46.................. Anderson....................67 64.................. Henderson.................62 95.................. Houston................... 138 99.................. Cherokee....................67 102................ Lamar..........................90 112................ Rusk............................90 119................ Henderson.................64 122............... Wood...........................90 125............... Henderson.................67 140................ Anderson....................66 148................ Lamar....................... 140 153............... Franklin................... 140 177................ Anderson....................64 187............... Henderson.................65 198............... Anderson....................65 206............... Smith...........................66 215................ Anderson....................67 224............... Anderson................. 162 255............... Van Zandt................ 155 260............... Anderson....................44 375............... Van Zandt................ 155 430............... Henderson.................64 878............... Red River................. 140

Northwest

258............... Comanche............... 134 396............... Montague...................88 429............... Comanche............... 166 530............... Stephens.....................65 640............... Throckmorton....... 156 885............... Colman.......................72 1,147............ Jack............................101 1,521............ Runnels.................... 121 2,880............ Nolan....................... 168 3,762............ Runnels.................... 151 5,700............ Clay........................... 169 5,950............ Stonewall................. 151

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100................ Dimmit........................72 113................ Bee............................ 125 119................ La Salle.......................99 123............... Frio........................... 147 133............... Live Oak.................. 125 255............... Live Oak.................. 125 264............... Zavala..........................95 320............... La Salle.................... 166 400............... McMullen................ 100 451................ La Salle.................... 147 460............... Frio..............................85 489............... Live Oak.................. 125 544............... Kinney.........................72 567............... Kenedy..................... 136 596............... Atascosa................... 120 677............... Hidalgo.................... 136 866............... Frio..............................99 948............... Maverick...................101 1,100............ Hidalgo.................... 136 1,160............ Frio........................... 166 1,242............ Atascosa................... 100 1,300............ Zavala..........................30 1,392............ Duval...........................95 1,453............ Frio........................... 120 1,625............ Duval...........................98 1,783............ Duval...........................72 2,188............ Maverick...................111 3,000............ Maverick.................. 100 3,420............ Live Oak.................. 113 3,515............ Zavala..........................88 3,862............ Kinney.......................110 5,868............ Maverick.....................86 6,100............ Webb........................ 157 12,000.......... Webb........................ 127

Southeast

9.................... Walker...................... 138 10.................. Harris....................... 133 29.................. Montgomery............115 34.................. Montgomery............115 48.................. Walker.......................115 51.................. Walker...................... 138 226............... Walker.......................114 480............... Walker.......................141 663............... Brazoria....................114 13,500......... Jackson.......................84

West

103................ Val Verde....................52 1,041............ Brewster......................96 2,000............ Val Verde....................46 2,617............ Sutton..........................99 2,834............ Val Verde................. 127 3,862............ Val Verde..................110 4,635............ Sutton........................110 6,600............ Val Verde....................27 8,594............ Terrell........................111 9,100............ Val Verde..................111 10,000.......... Culberson..................76 11,000.......... Val Verde....................32 12,393.......... Val Verde................. 109 19,700.......... Jeff Davis................. 142 23,000......... Val Verde..................131 28,000......... Upton..........................33

Outside the Region Alabama

328............... Comanche............... 166

Colorado

30.................. Hinsdale.................. 165 12,000.......... Coahuila...................110

Kansas

58.................. Dickinson................ 165

Nebraska

16,846.......... Box Butte................. 163

New Mexico

216................ Grant........................ 164 250,000....... San Miguel.............. 135

Oklahoma

1,085............ McCurtain............... 140

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Cheyenne Ridge ...It’s for the Birds

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“It simply doesn’t get better than this!”

years, the family has acquired landholdings in

exclaimed Danny Krueger, a real estate investor

North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming and businessman from Omaha, described the

from Wyoming, as we left the field following Nebraska. As their holdings have grown, they

Another

guest

Jeff

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a

27,000-square-foot lodge this way: “the food

an unbelievably successful day of pheasant

have developed a deep and abiding respect for and hospitality were beyond comparison.

hunting. “We need to remember this day in

the land and its natural resources.

our minds and think of it on days we are not having such a good one.”

This is the perfect venue for a business

The Weinreis Brothers have been offering meeting or a family retreat. This is absolutely hunters from all over the world the opportunity

Recently, I and 40 other invited guests to hunt on their land since 1980. In addition,

a five-star resort and you have to give kudos to the whole staff.”

spent an unbelievable weekend of pheasant they have dedicated intensive efforts to wildlife

We had access to over 4,500 carefully

hunting in South Dakota at Cheyenne Ridge, conservation. The beautiful lodge and adjacent

maintained acres guided by a staff of

an upscale hunting resort near Pierre, which preserves near Pierre, South Dakota offer professionals, which made the hunting fun and is one of the undisputed “pheasant hunting hunters the ultimate in upland bird hunting. enjoyable for seasoned hunters and novices capitals of the nation.”

The brothers own and operate three additional alike and left no detail to chance. Chuck

We were the guests of the Weinreis Brothers, outposts for hunters who want to experience Weinreis said, “We want everyone to shoot the third generation of a family that homesteaded the thrill of big game and waterfowl hunting in birds, have a good time and come back.” in North Dakota in the early 1900s. Over the unique picturesque natural habitats.

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Best

Live Water Ranch

country club-like setting and excellent location

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Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

even miles to Boerne, Texas and an

metropolitan city is extremely rare and an

and kitchen with granite countertops. It is a

easy 30 minutes to San Antonio sits an

opportunity not to be overlooked in the ranch

beautiful country club-like setting with big

amazing live water ranch hideaway in

real estate market, particularly in the Texas

trees, nice hilltops and several good locations

Hill Country.

with excellent views ideal for building a larger

the Texas Hill Country. Encompassing 215± acres in a beautifully parked and manicured

Entering the ranch through a big rock,

house. The current residence is a perfect

setting, there are three self-contained, rock-

gated entry, it is immediately apparent the

retreat and would make a good interim home,

bottom creeks with multiple dams and

ranch has tons of character. A refurbished

hunter’s cabin or guesthouse after the new

numerous springs. To find this combination

dairy barn was converted into a charming two-

house is built. The ranch is a unique find with

of quality live water features and excellent

bedroom, one-bathroom house, complete with

excellent live water features, holding “both

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bottom creeks that have numerous dams,

property, it is easy to imagine it being utilized

environs of Boerne and Welfare, the ranch is

deep water holes and intriguing waterfalls.

for a variety of equestrian pursuits or a small

ideally situated 30 minutes from San Antonio,

Impeccable landscaping and a history of good

cattle operation.

a beautiful city on the Paseo Del Rio River with

stewardship have created an idyllic setting and private park-like sanctuary.

The ranch is located near historic Welfare,

sophisticated amenities, attractions, shopping,

Texas, a town that, along with Boerne, was

dining and shows. There is an excellent

The ranch was thoughtfully laid out and has

built and bolstered in the late 1880s with the

medical center, major airport and professional

room to grow with a large hay barn housing a

arrival of the San Antonio and Aransas Pass

sporting entertainment. Combined with the

walk-in cooler and a nearby equipment barn

Railway. Today, although tiny in size, Welfare

amazing live water availability, idyllic beauty

for support vehicles and other needs. The

runs a cafĂŠ big on history, which proudly

and manageable size, the ranch presents

entire perimeter is game fenced, and a 70-

celebrates the region’s role in the Hill Country

several valuable opportunities open to an

acre portion of the property is high-quality,

annals. Boerne is considered by many the best

equestrian family interested in relocation, a

tillable ground that would be excellent for

place to live in Texas; beautiful landscapes, an

hunting manager looking to own and operate

hay production or growing food plots. Three

ideal climate, a thriving local economy and

a hunting property or business person

deep water wells ensure plentiful year-round

proximity to San Antonio combine to make

seeking a private second-home retreat. This is

well water. Currently, the property is operated

Boerne a prime spot for relocation. Well-

one Texas Hill Country ranch that should not

as an exotic game ranch running a diverse

preserved historic buildings house hotels

be overlooked. v

stock of exotics including kudu, gemsbok,

and spas, while the rich hills around town are

waterbuck, blackbuck antelope, axis and

dotted with retreats offering inner peace and

For more information or to schedule a viewing,

even elk. Additionally, the ranch functions

championship golf. In recent years, Boerne

please contact Jeff Soele, Broker/Owner, Jeff Soele

as a scientific breeding station for a whitetail

has grown with increasing popularity both as

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Featured Ranch

R i v e r Va l l e y r • a • n • c • h 1,561± Acres on the Pedernales River

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ocated on the Pedernales River, River Valley Ranch offers an unrivaled pairing of seclusion and accessibility. The ranch can be reached in an hour from either Austin or San Antonio where the solitude and breathtaking beauty of the Pedernales River await. Its prime

location puts the best of the Texas Hill Country within easy proximity. Johnson City is a short 15minute drive, while the shops and unique dining experiences of Fredericksburg can be savored in less than an hour. Tee it up on the challenging golf courses of Horseshoe Bay on the shores of Lake LBJ, a mere 30 minutes away. Here, you can truly get away from it all and get to it all.

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Only a handful of Texas ranches offer the ability to possess a piece of a legend. River Valley Ranch presents such an opportunity.

Only a handful of Texas ranches offer the ability to possess a piece of a legend. River Valley Ranch presents such an opportunity.

A rarity among ranches, it can become a personal oasis, offering private escape and solitude along the banks of the picturesque Pedernales River.

Its 1,561Âą acres encompass hilltops to the north that afford stunning 360-degree vistas of the Texas Hill Country and Pedernales River Valley. The southern edge of the ranch is bordered by 1.33 miles of riverfront. This generous access, where gently shaded banks meet deep pools and cascading rapids, creates a paradise for water recreation. Fly-fishing, kayaking, swimming or merely reflecting on the majesty of the river can evolve into a daily routine.

With its ever-changing terrain, the ranch is a natural for horseback riding or mountain biking. Attesting to its ecological richness and diversity, a recent survey by a team of botanists revealed the ranch to harbor 45 species of trees, shrubs and woody vines and over 140 species of wildflowers.

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A recent survey revealed the ranch to harbor 45 species of trees, shrubs & woody vines & over 140 species of wildflowers.

To view this landscape is to take in a naturally painted canvas that extends in all directions. You’ll still have decisions to make, but they will be gratifying—like where to nestle your family headquarters, choosing from an array of compelling possibilities.

For the avid sportsman, the ranch is a hunting and fishing paradise, rich with whitetail deer, Rio Grande turkey and dove.

Bass, perch and catfish abound in the waters of the Pedernales River. Currently under an agricultural exemption, the land could easily be placed under a wildlife exemption.

River Valley Ranch is offered to one who, in their heart, desires to be a steward of this slice of heritage Texas, a conservation-minded group who wishes to craft a legacy safeguarding the wellbeing of the ranch’s unique plant and animal life by preserving their natural habitat or a visionary whose goals include protecting the character and spirit of this magnificent landscape. v For more information contact Mike Luigs at land/water/sky, 512 914-5058 (mobile) or mluigs@landwatersky.com.

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Devil’s River Paradise

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West Texas v Val Verde County v Del Rio

This is the best live water ranch you have ever seen, with unlimited future development and recreational possibilities! Two hours from Houston, Texas, with commercial airline flights daily, this property offers more than 20 miles of Lake Amistad and Devil’s River shoreline! Lake Amistad is one of the top-rated bass lakes in the world and is now home to many annual fishing tournaments! This South Texas/Chihuahua high-desert environment may someday be a world-class resort and hotel golf course destination! Tall majestic, rough and rustic, the 400±-foot cliffs stretch out from the crystal-clear aquamarine waters of the famous Devil’s River and Lake Amistad! For the avid outdoorsman, hunter, boater, fisherman, bird watcher, kayaker, diver or star watcher, you must experience the rare opportunity! This ranch has paved electric access, miles of great paved roads and easy access to the lake and river shorelines. There are good improvements, including the main home on a hilltop, a bunkhouse, guesthouse, two water wells, four stock ponds, good working pens, a 1,500-foot airstrip and more! This is what Texas stands for: great opportunities and future investments! The seller will consider selling 4,500+ acres separately with 10± miles of Lake Amistad shore.

South Texas’ Best Central Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

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This 7,050±-acre rare find has a variety of South Texas brush and trees with a dose of Hill Country flavor, with rolling hills and thousands of oak trees! Located only 1.5 hours from San Antonio and just 10 miles from all of Uvalde’s modern amenities and new modern airport, this property offers a cozy three-bedroom, three-bath ranch home with fireplace, bunkhouse, cook house, large barn, caretaker’s home, grain bins, good set of cattle pens, 13 water wells, five stock tanks, 600± acres of improved Klein grass, great for quail or cattle and some of the best sought-after whitetail habitat you will find! If this isn’t enough, add another nice ranch house and miles of great, improved roads. You will look long and hard to find a great place like this with all of this variety!

Can be divided into 3,500±-acre, 2,000+-acre, or 1,000+-acre tracts. A must see!

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Live Water - Rare Find!

Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Bandera

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hese 1,133± acres are minutes to Bandera and only 45 minutes to San Antonio! This awesome ranch has

lots of variety, total game fencing into two pastures, paved access, paved ranch roads, both sides of a live creek, many springs, eight ponds, one big lake, nine water wells (one of which is 15 gpm), nine miles of game fence, 3,500' airstrip (grass), sporting clay and skeet range, pecan orchard, coastal field, big mountains and valleys, eight species of exotic animals and a managed whitetail herd. There is a 5,500-square-foot, fully furnished and equipped, five-bedroom, seven-bath lodge and an 8,000±-square-foot, four-bedroom, eight-bath ranch home with large screenedin porch, large granite gourmet kitchen, large rock patio with outdoor cook area, fire pit, pool and hot tub. There is a rock guesthouse, foreman’s house, caretaker’s house, hunter’s cabin, a second 2,700-square-foot owner’s home, equipment barns, manager, small horse barn, cattle pens, 20 outback feeders and more for only you to imagine! This ranch is a great ready-to-go property, private and quiet, but not too remote! v

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Bandera County 239 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Bandera County

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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, hunter’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.

Bird Hunter, Waterfowl and Sportsman Paradise 1,300± Acres

South Texas v Zavala County v Crystal City

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Minutes to Crystal City and only two hours south of San Antonio, this totally game-fenced property offers 300± unfenced acres, abundant water, seven Carrizo irrigation wells, 13 lakes for fishing and bird hunting and a state-of-the-art, 22,000-square-foot lodge that sleeps up to 80 and has a large commercial kitchen, media room, wet bar area, entertainment room and exercise room. There is a nice caretaker’s house, barn, equipment barn, scientific deer breeder pens, many species of exotic animals, professional trap and skeet range, good road system, pivot system for hay or food plots, several hunting stations with executive deer blinds and feeders plus more for you to see! Great for a corporate retreat or company entertainment, this property offers bird hunting at its best! You won’t find a better one!

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Uvalde

1,000 Acres Central Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

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Minutes to Uvalde and only 75 miles to San Antonio, this property has great thick brush, good roads, a water well, oak trees, food plots, lots of character and elevations and wildlife galore.

What a place and what a price! You’d better hurry because not many of these areas are around in the market. Get in now and hunt this season!

Blanco County Live Water 135 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Johnson City

Hill Country’s Finest Spectacular Live Water!

393 Acres

Texas Hill Country This Pedernales River recreational retreat is minutes to San Antonio or Austin, truly a ready-to-go Kerr County v Kerrville

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place with Highway 281 frontage! There is a gated piped entry, granite roads, hundreds of trimmed These 393 acres minutes to Kerrville and only trees, small gazebo, horseshoe pit, underground landscape lights and a cozy and rustic almost- 45 minutes to San Antonio are truly a rare find new, two-bedroom, two-bath cabin with porch overlooking the river! Add an enclosed carport,

with both sides of two cypress-lined crystal-

another guest/caretaker’s apartment with private carport, smokehouse, cattle pens, game cleaning clear creeks with rock bottoms, rapids, deep area, great fencing, good road system, Highway 281 and county road frontage, great hunting and holes and literally hundreds of giant cypress! wildlife, some commercial value on 281 and fabulous land with gorgeous views of the Texas Hill Then, add two cozy rustic cabins, two wells, Country! The river here is wide, deep, crystal-clear, easy to get to and already looks like a park! paved access, fields for food plots, coastal There is possible development potential. Will sell 55 acres with river and cabin.

field, limestone, bluffs, fabulous wildlife, freeroaming exotics and a lifestyle that cannot be compared! This is one of the best I have seen!

Seller may divide into two tracts.

Lampasas River - Live Water, Rare Opportunity!

1,579± Acres

Central Texas v Burnet County v Lampasas

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Minutes to Lampasas and Killeen, only an hour from Austin and 10 minutes to all big-city conveniences, this is ranch living at its finest! There are giant trees along the banks of the crystalclear Lampasas River, rapids, deep holes and limestone bluffs! Then, add both sides of a crystalclear rock-bottom creek, five fishing tanks, a fabulous rock ranch home high on a hill overlooking river valley, another nice ranch home, cabin, caretaker’s quarters, nice barn, equipment barn, six water wells, 250± acres of improved grasses, a good road system, end-of-the-road privacy and completely game-fenced with a deer management plan in place! This place has lots of variety of character with development potential! Priced to sell!

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West Texas Best “Rio Grande River” 11,000± Acres

West Texas v Val Verde Co. v Del Rio

Frio River Camp - 4J Riverway 8± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Uvalde County v Concan

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Located just across from Garner State Park on the high bank of the Frio River is the investment opportunity of a lifetime. Rarely does such a turn-key business with such a unique location become available. Featuring 12 rental cabins, 12 RV spaces, a small retail store, tube rental, 1,600square-foot home, new commercial well (supports up to 30 cabins), great access off FM 1050 and Frio River frontage, the camp has all first-class improvements (all put in place since opening in 1994). There is a huge repeat customer base, room for expansion and potential for financial

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Wild, wooly and not yet priced out of reach!

30 minutes from Del Rio, which now has

growth in the ever-expanding Frio Canyon tourism market. Sell and retire to the Hill Country. Visit www.texasproperties.net or call Morris Killough 210 415-9850 or Wayne Boyce 830 591-8590.

commercial flights daily to Houston, Texas, this ranch is unique! There is paved highway access, 10± miles of Rio Grande River frontage, thick brush, rock bluffs, rough canyons, good road system over the entire ranch—you can drive right down to the river—views and sunsets to brag about, two ranch houses, four water wells, two sets of livestock working pens, 12 deer blinds, and feeding stations and minutes from one of the nation’s best rated bass-fishing lakes! Whitetail, mule deer and the rare cous deer! Quail, dove, ducks, mountain lions,

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bobcats, turkey, javelina and an occasional wild Two houses and a barn highlight this 8±-acre parcel along the crystal-clear rock-bottom Medina bull along the river in the Vegas! Bang for your River just minutes to San Antonio and Castroville. This rare find won’t last. This is a great buck, this all-around package is hard to beat!

Fabulous price and the ranch would break up to divide into smaller ranches.

recreational getaway, perfect for hunting, fishing and swimming!

Frio River’s Best 35 Acres

Texas Hill Country Real County v Leakey

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This is some of the best cypress-lined Frio River I have ever seen. There are 2,900± feet of crystal-clear rock bottoms, limestone ledges, deep holes and too many waterfalls to count!

A person will look long and hard to find this spectacular one-of-a-kind live water! Previously, this was a historic campground with 50± RV spaces, four cabins, two bathhouses, three water wells, a retail store and a rock main residence

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overlooking the river. This camp has been in

producer. Located between Garner Park and be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Open only three months during the summer previously, this would be a great spot for a winter retreat. This one won’t last long and is a must see! Recent drastic price reduction!

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31.8 Acres

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Located between Pipecreek and Bandera, this property is only 30 minutes to San Antonio. It features gorgeous land, big trees, good pastures and tremendous views of the Texas Hill Country.

Private and quiet, the property offers a fabulous two-story, rock home with four bedrooms, three baths, and office, loft, quality construction and a two-bedroom, one-bath guesthouse, equipment buildings and three water wells. This is a good place and the price’s right. $795,000.

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These 7+ acres right in the middle of Bandera and only 45 minutes to San Antonio offer great paved access, a bluff overlooking the river and

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We handle beautiful ranches everyday, but rarely do we get one as special as this. The 3,700+-square-

are zoned B-3. There are many great uses: a lodge, foot custom home is nestled right on the banks of the beautiful Sabinal River, overlooking both cabins or hotel-motel business! $995,000. sides of a 1,200' cypress-lined lake backed up by a drive-across concrete dam with access to FM 187, just a few hundred yards from Lost Maples Park. The ranch features three other lakes, foreman’s lodging, beautiful hardwood-lined canyons, native and exotic game and incredible views of the hills that make this area famous. This ranch has everything the Hill Country offers and won’t last. www.texasbestproperties.net. Call Morris Killough 210 415-9850 or Wayne Boyce 830 591-8590.

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These 10,000± to 28,000± acres are minutes south of Midland, Texas. This is a quail and deer hunter’s paradise with good water, a cabin, electricity, thick brush, miles of good interior roads, great county road frontage and paved frontage for developmental potential. This is truly an outdoorsman’s dream and priced to sell! $395 per acre.

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Evans Creek

118± Acres

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Fabulous Lost Maples Area 430 Acres

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These 430± acres in Vanderpool, Texas, near Lost Maples State Park, offer live water, game fencing, This brand-new listing is truly one of the finest recreation, hunting, fishing, hiking and trapshooting. There is paved access, electric gate entry, live water properties available with over a good roads, big mountains and valleys. A three-bedroom, three-bath ranch home with office,

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half mile of beautiful Evan’s Creek, a 2.5-acre exercise room, big kitchen and living area in the bowl of the surrounding mountains overlooks lake surrounded by cypress trees and stocked a spring-fed lake. The property offers a lighted shooting range, two equipment barns and many with bass, a smaller lake for the little guys, all

exotics, such as elk, blackbuck, axis, fallow, aoudad and all other native species.

surrounded by fabulous hardwood-lined valleys and hills. High above the lake sits an 8,000square-foot home and guesthouse overlooking the valley and lakes. The home is loaded with amenities to accommodate and entertain numerous guests, corporate parties, wedding groups, etc. The ranch also features a nice guest or foreman’s house, storage barn, large shop/ equipment building, electric entry gate and is in the exclusive area near Vanderpool and Lost Maples Park. The ranch has potential for a church camp, bed and breakfast, corporate retreat or a fantastic weekend getaway. The ranch and surrounding area is a wildlife and

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bird paradise, giving home to numerous This 521-acre property is ready for you to go hunting. This recreational hunting ranch offers species of native and exotic game. Don’t miss variety from post oak country to big deep canyons and draws plus a great road system. In addition

this one. Visit www.texasproperties.net or to the three-bedroom, two-bath home, the ranch includes a caretaker’s house, equipment barn, call Morris Killough 210 415-9850 or Wayne well, five executive deer blinds and feeders. With conveniences including electricity, piped water Boyce 830 591-8590.

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and paved access, this property is ready to go and priced to sell fast. There are free-roaming exotics and great hunting. Owner/broker. This is a rare find and great deal!

Live Water Developer’s Dream Central Texas v Guadalupe County v Seguin

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These 201± acres, minutes to Seguin and only 30 minutes to San Antonio, offer great paved access, giant pecan and cypress trees, many good pastures and some of the finest damned Guadalupe River you will ever see. This is great for a commuter estate or potential development now or in the future. This rare find won’t last.

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This one-story Mediterranean home with standing-seam roof has four bedrooms, four baths, formal dining room, large living area with wood-burning fireplace, island country kitchen with granite counters and a spacious breakfast room is situated on a magnificent hilltop in the middle of 41± acres just seven miles outside the charming town of Fredericksburg and 13 miles from Interstate 10 and Comfort, Texas. The impeccably designed interior has Italian tile hardwood floors throughout. There is a metal building/workshop and a barn ready for a gentleman farmer.

The detached garage has an extra room for deer processing with a sink, cabinetry, refrigerator and hot water heater. This magnificent home overlooks lush green pastures and a spring-fed pond. The property is tax exempt, and the home is completely designer furnished. To see this property, take a virtual tour at www.7158ushighway87south.com or call Jeff Soele Investments at 210 481-1551 or 210 373-7740.

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Minutes to Fredericksburg or Kerrville on both sides of a crystal-clear limestone-bottom creek with many springs, great trees and views of the Texas Hill Country, this property is truly what everybody wants and can’t find. Game-fenced with paved access and underground electricity, this is a very unique opportunity!

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Just minutes to Kerrville or Fredericksburg and only 45 minutes to San Antonio, with the best, unique live water around, own “both sides” of three crystal-clear rock-bottom creeks, many springs, rock formations and bluffs. The property features Indian mounds and lots of wildlife with paved access.

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This is a rare opportunity to own a large Hill Country ranch just an hour from San Antonio. With frontage on FM 462 just south of Tarpley, the ranch has great access, yet offers incredible privacy

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because of the large neighbors, surrounding ridges and deep wide valleys. The ranch features a nice lodge ready to accommodate 10 guests and a small hunter’s house for overflow. Both houses

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On the gorgeous, cypress-lined, crystal-clear fencing, several wells, large lake, working pens for cattle and multiple feed plots. In a game-rich Medina River, these 64Âą acres offer paved

area, the ranch is ready to go for this fall. This property is just minutes from dinner in Tarpley

access, nice fields, no improvements and a

or nightlife in Bandera. Visit www.texasproperties.net or call Morris Killough 210 415-9850 or

great recreational retreat.

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Minutes to Boerne, Luckenbach and Fredericksburg, and only 35 minutes to San Antonio.

This majestic two-story rock ranch home has approximately 9,000 square feet, sitting high on a

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amenities to list; however, this very bright and open home offers a fine game trophy room with 35' ceilings. There are wood floors, granite countertops, custom built-ins, two kitchens, fabulous

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fireplaces, fabulous outdoor entertainment cook area, manicured landscaped yard, great roads,

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mountaintop with panoramic views of the Texas Hill Country. The main home has way too many

three-car detached garage with workshop and total game fencing with many exotic animals, such as running creek with development potential, two water wells, five stocked ponds, seven mountaintops, a shooting range with cabana, underground utilities koi pond with waterfalls, thousands of oak trees and only more for you to imagine. This is a great place with a hard-to-find, sought-after location!

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Featured Ranch

Spectacular 4 Aces Ranch Private Live Water Hunting Preserve

Covering Two Counties in the Texas Hill Country

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he 4 Aces Ranch is a beautifully managed, fully operational wildlife preserve on 17,117Âą acres stretching

across both Uvalde and Kinney Counties in southwest Texas. It is the single largest, contiguous, live water ranch currently on the market in the Texas Hill Country and is a spectacular opportunity with valuable potential.

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property

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transitional topography with low rolling hills and deep canyons scattered with live oak and junipers. After a rainy spring in Texas, the ranch is lush, green and alive with the rich scent of pinion pine. Seven miles of Live Oak Creek are fully self-contained on the ranch, running north to south through the middle of the property, behind the ranch headquarters.

The property is loaded with private water, streams, springs, wells and windmills and is a private game park paradise, with a multitude of operational improvements implemented by the owner and a diverse, viable native and exotic wildlife population.

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five-bedroom,

four-bathroom ranch house with a huge entertaining patio, finished in native limestone, overlooking several of the natural waterfalls on Live Oak Creek. Two of the bedrooms are master suites, one upstairs and one downstairs, and the house is designed with rustic elegance and privacy. A fully updated kitchen

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throughout the residence provide a welcome rendezvous at the end of a long satisfying hunt or day touring the ranch. The huge back patio is designed for outdoor entertainment with a very large open-air fireplace, large fire pit and a completely covered outdoor bar. This is a wonderful vacation getaway for a busy family on the go or the perfect setting for corporate functions and twilight cocktail parties.

4 Aces is a recreational paradise on the western boundary of prime Texas Hill Country. In addition to Live Oak Creek, Sycamore Creek is largely self-contained on the property, and both are fed by more than 30 freshwater springs. Salmon Peak and Boiling Mountain are the two highest peaks in Uvalde and Kinney Counties, are both fully located on the property and provide a challenging day of hiking. 4 Aces Ranch has a wide array of beautiful trees and South Texas brush, attracting native wildlife and providing good ground cover; at the same time, the owner has cleared close to 6,000 acres of cedar without disrupting the integrity of the land. Throughout the project, long-buried, old homesteads were uncovered, dinosaur tracks discovered and early American cave art found, and there is undoubtedly still more to be explored and unearthed in 50 Indian mounds and countless caves. Miles and miles of paved and improved roads facilitate an extensive range of access to many corners of the property, although the entire property has only been seen from the air in helicopter passes. The entire perimeter of the ranch is completely high-fenced with close to 50 miles of state-of-the-art game fence.

4 Aces is a smooth-running operation that could easily transition into a commercial hunting enterprise. The ranch is a beautifully parked, rugged sanctuary, and the owner, along with a wildlife biologist, has created a highly efficient wildlife game park with highquality habitat and well-managed native and

exotic wildlife populations, including axis, scimitar-horned oryx, red sheep and red stag, eland, zebras, black buck, Catalina goats, aoudad, gemsbok, fallow deer, Corsican sheep and turkey. There are extensive game pastures throughout the ranch, with an incredible variety of wildlife. A multitude of outbuilding and support structures facilitate the full function of the property, including a massive hay barn, several large covered shops to house equipment and complete metal fabrications. 15 spring-fed water wells provide natural observation points and 14-ton bulk protein feeders are appropriately placed throughout the property, with hunting blinds and strategically placed game towers.

Roughly one mile from ranch headquarters, a three-bedroom hunting cabin is comfortably situated in a shady, live oak grove. The big, gracious back patio is set with an inviting fire pit and rocking chairs, and the retreat provides a welcome midday respite or trophy camp for special guests. The ranch sits between the towns of Uvalde and Camp Wood, Texas, and is approximately one hour to the Del Rio International Airport, which now has daily service to Houston on Continental Airlines. In addition, there are several locations to choose from on the property, offering an excellent opportunity to build a landing strip, which would open access to private jet charters. The 4 Aces Ranch is a gorgeous, self-contained, live water wildlife preserve affording complete privacy and freedom in a diverse, beautiful, pioneer landscape. It would make a valuable vacation

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recreational

property

investment and offers excellent option power in the Texas marketplace. Do not miss this incredible game ranch opportunity with an amazing price of only $3,250 per acre. v For more information, contact Howard Hood of Hood Real Estate Company at 830 896-0510, hhood@ bizstx.rr.com or visit www.hoodranchsales.com.

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Hunting Ranch in the Texas Hill Country

Texas Hill Country ❖ Edwards County ❖ Rocksprings

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he Carta Valley Wildlife Ranch is the ultimate exotic game ranch situated in the Texas Hill Country between Rocksprings and Del Rio in Edwards County. Once owned by a Texas

legend, this sprawling 4,107-acre ranch is a showcase property with dramatic topography and trophy wildlife that will impress the most discriminating buyer. Easily accessible with two miles of highway frontage, the Carta Valley Wildlife Ranch has an impressive stone entrance. Passing through the front gate, one can immediately feel the expanse of the valley and the solid presence of the ranch. The beautiful six-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath main lodge boasts tall ceilings, exposed logs, native rock floors and two gorgeous stone fireplaces, all atop a majestic peak. The main lodge has a distinctly rustic charm with a wide sweeping veranda completing the ambiance. The Carta Valley Wildlife Ranch is a working game ranch with several specially designed working pens, large paddocks, barns, feeders and blinds. There are five clear water wells; two of the wells are equipped with submersible pumps, and individual windmills power the remaining three. The water storage and distribution systems have been revamped, and many new, properly spaced watering locations have been established. Twenty new 2,000-pound protein feeders have been placed in optimal sites, and 12 spin corn feeders have been positioned near executive hunting blinds.

The entire ranch perimeter is high-fenced and has undergone extensive renovation with state-of-the-art game proofing. The ranch is divided into four separate, contiguous pastures that are also high-fenced and easily accessed by a recently improved, comprehensive interior road system. The current owners have an established relationship with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and have employed a private game biologist to implement a management plan designed to maintain

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balance in the game population. Currently, 122 robust whitetail does and 7 bucks have been released on the ranch. Additionally, a healthy number of axis, blackbuck antelope, aoudad, mouflan sheep, Rio Grande turkey and whitewinged dove inhabit the hills and hollows of the property. The ranch is efficiently managed by an on-site husband and wife caretaker team who will treat you to a home-cooked breakfast and provide knowledge covering every square inch of the ranch, which includes the location of the property’s gigantic cave.

Additionally, water systems, feed routines and animal rotations are comfortably in place to ensure an easy transition of ownership.

Workers’ quarters are discreetly placed on the property, with an additional semi-secluded guest home or manager’s residence. Nearby Del Rio and its sister city Acuna, Mexico, are both safe and exciting border towns, with excellent restaurants, charming shops and other attractions, including the Val Verde Winery—Texas’ oldest. Also nearby is Lake Amistad National Recreation Area, known as a “top ten” Texas recreational and leisure destination. It is the largest lake in Texas and famous among bass fishermen. The reservoir affords a multitude of activities from houseboat vacations and water skiing to bird watching and overnight camping. In addition, some of the best examples of ancient Indian rock art on the North American continent can be found in the caves of the Devil's and the Pecos Rivers, which feed into the reservoir.

Easy international access to the ranch is made possible by Continental Airlines, which offers daily flights into Del Rio International Airport. The Carta Valley Wildlife Ranch is in a prime location and outfitted with all the amenities to keep every member of a family or hunting party entertained. It is an excellent investment opportunity and should be seriously considered by those seeking a first-class retreat, second home or turn-key ranch. With brilliant night skies and colorful, majestic sunsets, the Texas Hill Country is a stunning, romantic setting for early evening al-fresco dining, family vacations and entertaining clients. Modestly priced at $1,040 per acre with property taxes under a wildlife exemption, a game ranch of this caliber will not last long on the Texas Hill Country ranch market. v

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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 today’s market. $2,250,000.

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Stair Town Ranch

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Central Texas v Caldwell County v San Marcos

Come and see these 341± picturesque acres 20 miles east of San Marcos, fronting on Highway 80. An abudance of pecan trees highlight the sparkling San Marcos River running along the property’s boundary. Beautiful, lush, green coastal fields also cover this property. Special features include three water wells, three sets of working pens and a charming foreman’s house. This property has convenient access to Austin and San Antonio and is cradled deep in the heart of Texas. For these ideal elements, please call for a private showing. $1,600,000.

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Clayton Ranch features 148± acres three miles

Clayton Ranch

west of Harper, with easy access from Kerrville

148± Acres

and Fredericksburg, special features of this

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ranch include Hwy 290 and paved county road frontage, one water well, a set of working pens, barn, lots of trees, many possible building sites and an abundance of game. The owner would consider selling separate tracts from 20 acres and up, starting at $6,995 per acre.

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Northeast Texas Anderson County v Palestine Come see the diverse natural beauty of the Wolcott Ranch! This 260±-acre property fronts Highway 155 and lies eight miles north of Palestine, which is a convenient location between

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features include a nice three-bedroom, twobath brick home, barn, a set of working pens, foreman’s house, large tank and a water well with submersible pump. The gentle rolling terrain offers a tremendous variety of native hardwoods plus great coastal fields. Abundant wildlife makes for all the ideal elements of a perfect country getaway. This scenic ranch would make a great horse or cattle property. The aesthetic appeal and convenient access of this property make it a rare find in today’s market. $1,350,000. Call for a private showing.

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Double Horn Creek Ranch

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Texas Hill Country Burnet County v Spicewood

Savor the serenity and seclusion of country life on one of the best ranches in the Texas Hill Country. The Double Horn Creek Ranch is 302 acres that front on County Roads 404 and 402. This premier property could have multiple uses for entertaining, corporate retreats or make a superb horse facility.

Potential owners can enjoy 4,000' of Double Horn Creek with an abundance of wildlife, fishing, hiking or picnicking along the banks.

Gentle rolling terrain, fields, a nice pond with cypress trees and panoramic views with several building sites make this a must-see property in today’s market. Located only 25 minutes from Austin, this ranch is priced at $4,530,000. Call for a private showing!

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Texas Hill Country v Val Verde County v Del Rio

This excellent rolling wildlife habitat varies from 1,640' to 1,920' elevations and is conveniently located on easy highway frontage access within minutes of Del Rio Airport and Lake Amistad. This highly improved, fully equipped wildlife ranch has modern and convenient lodges, including a guest master suite, bunk quarters comfortable for 10 guests, pool, four-bedroom manager’s home, lodging for wildlife guides and ranch hands, barn, walk-in cooler, game facilities, commercial feed equipment, several ranch vehicles and ATVs, miles of perimeter high fence (entire perimeter high-fenced), three water wells, 40,000 feet of water line, several wildlife ponds, several water troughs, miles of interior roads and only the highest-quality whitetail deer, elk, turkey, dove and quail. This is a working ranch with an annual income of approximately $150,000. This highly improved resort-quality ranch has heavy populations of wildlife only minutes from Continental Airlines nonstop Houston service with connections to 270 destinations in 48 countries.

2,000 acres

$3,450,000

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Oak Hills Wildlife & Cattle Ranch Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Rocksprings

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Only 10 miles west of Rocksprings with elevations of 2,119' to 2,300', this rolling oak wildlife habitat has 11,500' of highway frontage, miles of interior roads, approximately seven miles of high fencing (entire perimeter high-fenced), sub pump well, 13,000-gallon concrete reservoir, 120,000-gallon masonry swimming pool, windmill well, wildlife pond, three-bedroom and one-bath ranch home, bunkhouse, new 1,200' steel barn, new 3,600' steel pole barn, new 1,476' steel pole barn, stock pens, three blinds and one feeder. This ranch ranges from oak-covered hilltops with panoramic views to large grass flats and gentle creek valleys with large oaks. This combination cattle and wildlife ranch has heavy populations of native wildlife only one hour from Continental Airlines nonstop Houston service with connections to 270 destinations in 48 countries. Owner terms available.

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Flying Wildlife Preserve on Indian Creek

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Only 17 miles southwest of Rocksprings with access by three miles of county road and two miles of excellent controlled access private road with elevations of 1,880' to 2,140', this wildlife preserve varies from rugged hills to good soil oak flats. The ranch has a 1,900' luxury limestone one and one-half story, fourbedroom, two-bath home with two fireplaces on a hill overlooking two swimming pools, tennis courts, a three-bedroom, one-bath lodge, four cabins, four barns, feed silo with two augers, fuel tank and a 2,200' airstrip.

The heavy wildlife populations include aoudad, axis, blackbuck antelope, elk, fallow, feral hogs, scimitar-horned oryx, turkey, dove and whitetail deer.

710 acres

$2,950,000

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Scenic Game & Cattle Ranch

Texas Hill Country Edwards County v Rocksprings

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Only 17 miles southwest of Rocksprings and less than one-half mile from FM 674 by county road, this scenic ranch is heavily wooded with live oak, shin oak, Spanish oak, walnut, pinon pine and cedar with elevations of 1,900' to 2,220' from gently rolling woods and meadows to rugged canyons crossed by large wet-weather creeks. The ranch features a 1,276' central air and heat, threebedroom, two-bath main lodge, 2,400' barn and bunkhouse, 1,256' pole barn, 8' by 20' feed storage container, two sub pump wells, concrete reservoir, one shared windmill well, miles of fencing and miles of interior roads.

The excellent wildlife habitat with grama, buffalo and bluestem grasses is home to a variety of native and exotic wildlife, including whitetail deer, turkey, dove, quail, aoudad, axis, elk, sika and blackbuck antelope under professional wildlife management. Some minerals are available.

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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. 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 pi単on pine forests is home to axis, whitetail deer, elk, turkey, dove, quail and mountain lion.

100 acres

road 1 side, shared well, elec avail

$109,950

101 acres

road 1 side, shared well, elec avail

$129,950

102 acres

road end, shared well, elec avail

$129,950

103 acres

county road, shared well, elec avail, hilltop views

$123,000

104 acres

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

$129,950

105 acres

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

$129,950

201 acres

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

$228,000

233 acres

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

$299,950

334 acres

road 2 sides, fence 2 sides, hilltop views, well & tank

$399,950

542 acres

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

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Trophy Deer Ranch

Texas Hill Country v Kinney County v Brackettville

Only 20 miles northwest of Brackettville with elevations of 1,278 to 1,440 feet, this excellent cedar, huisachillo, huisache and blue sage wildlife habitat populated with trophy whitetail, turkey, dove and quail is conveniently located at the intersection of FM 3008 and FM 2523 and is surrounded by 4,000 acre, 10,000-acre and 20,000-acre ranches. The center of the ranch has a large hill with beautiful views overlooking thickly wooded creek bottoms on all sides with highway frontage. The perimeter is game-fenced on 2 sides and the sub pump water well is 300 feet deep with 105 feet of water. There is a 300-foot sub-pump well by the cabin. There are almost 21,000 feet of perimeter fencing with almost 11,000 feet of frontage on FM 2523 with an interior road system, 8' by 40' cabin, five blinds, five feeders and a concrete dam on a solid rock basin water hole in one of the creek bottoms. Rio Grande Electric Co-op electric lines are available on the north and east sides of the ranch.

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Texas Hill Country v Val Verde Co. v Del Rio

Only 26 miles north of Del Rio, this beautiful luxury home scenic wildlife ranch with paved county road frontage, only one mile from US 277 with access just minutes to a boat ramp on Lake Amistad, is the best of all worlds. The 2,160-square-foot stucco, luxury three-bedroom, two-bath, central heat and air conditioning home with appliances, on a level mesa with cedar, blue sage, huisache and huisachillo overlooking scenic hills with grass flat valleys at 1,700' to 1,792' elevations and abundant wildlife, makes for a superb recreational opportunity. The ranch has a 640' sub pump well with paved and fenced perimeter access on the south and caliche road access on the east and north boundaries.

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Indian Creek Elk Ranch

Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Rocksprings

Only 10 miles southwest of Rocksprings, this beautifully scenic wildlife habitat has Indian Creek, oak flats and multi-mile views. With elevations of 1,920' to 2,225', live oak, shin oak, walnut, pinon pine, three seasonal creeks, grama, buffalo, bluestem, 646' cabin, two 550-gallon water tanks, 1,100-gallon water tank, water trough, two blinds, excellent interior road system, centrally located in a 11,000-acre wildlife management area, whitetail, turkey, axis, fallow, elk, feral hogs, dove, quail, blackbuck and sika. This is the getaway ranch you’ve been waiting for.

206 acres

$349,950

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Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Rocksprings

Own some of this beautifully scenic wildlife habitat conveniently located only 10 miles southwest of Rocksprings. This end-of-the-road wildlife haven has tree-covered, large valleys and rugged hills, 1,880 to 2,280-foot elevations, heavy live oak, shin oak and pi単on 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.

100 acres road 3 sides, shared well, 550-gal tank, trough, protein feeder

$134,950

100 acres 37' 2/1 Forest River, 10' by 30' deck, 550-gal tank, elec, blinds, feeders

$159,950

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

$699,950

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

$699,950

173 acres borders 18,000 ac 2 sides, 550-gal tank & water trough, 2 feeders/tripods

$199,950

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Red Bluff Creek Ranch

Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Rocksprings

Only 28 miles southwest of Rocksprings with elevations of 2,000' to 2,250', this scenic wildlife ranch is a remote, end-of-the-road retreat with awesome views and easy access to US 377. There is a shared well nearby, but bring your generator as there are no power lines to obscure the multi-mile views. This excellent wildlife habitat of live oak, shin oak, Spanish oak and walnut is home to whitetail, axis, fallow, turkey, dove, quail and feral hogs. Seasonal Red Bluff Creek flows through the ranch and empties into the Dry Devil’s River just above Lake Amistad.

142 acres

Cabin, 2 blinds, 2 feeders

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175 acres

Cabin, 4 blinds, 3 feeders

$179,950

317 acres

2 cabins, 6 blinds, 5 feeders

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Cottonwood Creek Ranch On the Pedernales River 626± Acres

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ocated in the heart of the Texas Hill Country within an

are important facts to know if one occasionally wishes

hour’s drive of either Austin or San Antonio, Cottonwood

to venture from the solitude and beauty afforded by the

Creek Ranch is easily accessible from Highway 281

ranch’s location on the legendary Pedernales River.

on its western approach and Highway 71 from the east.

If the presence of live creeks and majestic rivers inherently

Johnson City is mere minutes from the front gate. Unique

increases the value of land, the Cottonwood Creek Ranch

dining, wineries, shopping and attractions of the historic

is truly a Texas treasure. Within its 626 acres, a gently

Fredericksburg area await a short journey down the road.

streaming tributary courses its way through the lush Hill

Lakes abound no matter which direction you head. Tee it

Country landscape. Towering live oaks and cedar elms

up on the challenging golf courses of Horseshoe Bay on

blend with the myriad of native grasses and wildflowers to

the shores of Lake LBJ, a mere 30 minutes away. All these

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Nestled under the canopy of shade trees, a newly renovated and updated six-bedroom lodge welcomes the ranch’s new owner. Perfect for weekend getaways and hunting excursions, the lodge can also serve as a headquarters while one is creating their own vision of a ranch home. The only obstacle will be choosing a site from the many and varied possibilities the ranch lays out before you. The lodge’s most desired amenity is just steps from the back door: almost 1,780 feet of Cottonwood Creek. The year-round flow invites you to dip your line for catfish or take a dip in one of the natural swimming holes.

The jewel of the ranch is the expansive frontage on the picturesque Pedernales River. Rare among Texas ranches, the boundaries of Cottonwood Creek Ranch encompass both banks, further ensuring the ability to control privacy. Recreational possibilities abound on the river, from fly-fishing and kayaking to simply indulging yourself with the serenity of a sunset picnic.

The ranch is a paradise for hunting and fishing, rich with whitetail deer, Rio Grande turkey and dove. Currently under an agricultural exemption, the land could easily be placed into a wildlife exemption.

Cottonwood Creek Ranch is offered to one who, in their heart, desires to be a steward of this slice of heritage Texas, a conservation-minded group who wishes to craft a legacy safeguarding the well-being of the ranch’s unique plant and animal life by preserving their natural habitat or a visionary whose goals include protecting the character and spirit of this magnificent landscape from being fractured and developed. v

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19-Mile Crossing Ranch

A Nueces River Natural

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landscape of uncommon character awaits. With approximately a mile of the magnificent, clear Nueces River on its border, 19-Mile Crossing

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Ragsdale Ranch A Horse Lover’s Dream

Texas Hill Country v Hays County v Austin Imagine. You depart from the hustle and bustle of downtown Austin, and a mere 30 minutes later you’re surrounded by the natural splendor of your own slice of Texas. Its prime location is just one of the many benefits and amenities awaiting the new owner of Ragsdale Ranch. Its 497± acres of open grassland fields make Ragsdale Ranch the perfect place to raise horses or build an equestrian compound. Over two miles of frontage on the famous Onion Creek enhance the physical beauty as well as the value of the property. Steep bluffs and rolling hills afford spectacular views of

the Texas countryside and offer numerous possible sites for the construction of a ranch headquarters. Several wells and a large spring ensure plentiful water for both livestock and wildlife. Hunting is excellent on the property with whitetail deer, turkey, dove and other native species in abundance. A well laid out, paved road infrastructure makes traversing the ranch a smooth experience. Getting to Ragsdale Ranch is exceptionally simple, with frontage on Highway 150 and access to Highway 12 via a county road. An airstrip on the property increases accessibility for the private pilot. And as an added benefit, the legendary Salt Lick restaurant is only 10 minutes away! This ranch can be divided into two parcels. Offered by Owner/Broker.

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Central Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

What sets the Gulley Ranch apart from other ranches in the area is right beneath your boots. Dirt. Rich, black dirt runs deep throughout the property, which means this is a place where the agricultural possibilities are equal to the hunting opportunities. These 2,251Âą acres, nine miles north of Uvalde, comprise the perfect ranch for running cattle, with bottom pastures deep in native grasses.

Studded with acres of oaks and cedar elms, Gulley Ranch is a natural habitat for herds of whitetail deer, Rio Grande turkey and other native wild game. Even the hills and ridgelines are deep in soil, providing excellent grass stands for wildlife, along with magnificent views of the Texas Hill Country. The ranch is perimeter fenced and cross-fenced with an excellent road system in place. Electricity runs throughout the property, and water is strategically delivered for livestock and game via a gravity flow well system to numerous areas around the ranch. Accessibility is an added benefit with over half a mile fronting Highway 83 and the convenience of Uvalde only 10 minutes away.

Plant yourself among the rich soil of Gulley Ranch and watch the hunting and agricultural opportunities grow.

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Northeast Texas ❖ Henderson County ❖ Athens

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ocated minutes south of Athens, in close proximity and with easy access to Dallas, Summer Hill Farm has been one of the most admired properties in the Athens area since it was custom-constructed in 1998. Sitting at a high elevation in

a captivating setting, the main house enjoys seemingly endless panoramic views in every direction, as well as breathtaking views of the 63.56±-acre property’s landscaped grounds. A wonderful attribute is a private stocked lake, which features a covered fishing pier and is kept at a constant level by one of the property’s two deep water wells. The main home was built with incredible quality and integrity, contains approximately 6,100 square feet of living area and features two master bedrooms, two additional bedrooms, each with private baths, three half-baths and a three-car garage. Designed for relaxed living or grand-scale entertaining, the comfortable elegance of this incredible home accomplishes both. Rooms of generous proportion flow as easily into one another as they do onto the massive front porch and covered rear veranda that overlooks the home’s magnificent gunite pool and hot tub, a perfect setting for any occasion from a child’s birthday party to a blacktie event. Some of the home’s seemingly endless amenities include a gourmet kitchen with custom pecan cabinetry, granite counters, Dacor, Asko and Sub-Zero appliances, a huge walk-in pantry and a butler’s pantry, two wood-burning fireplaces, a steam shower and Jacuzzi tub, a paneled study with gun safe, a huge upstairs game/media room, Marvin wood windows throughout, oak, tile and marble flooring, designer wallpaper, custom curtains and plantation shutters, a remarkable amount

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of storage including cedar closets, four zones of heat and air with electronic filters, a multiple-line phone system and stereo and security systems.

Additional features of the property include a three-bedroom, three-bath guest or caretaker’s home, a solidly constructed 50' by 60' barn/workshop (with four overhead doors, office, half-bath and three-phase wiring) that will blow the mind of even the most discriminating, a 24' by 60' storage barn, three gated entries with two electric gates, approximately 1,500' of pipe fencing and cross-fencing with various horse and livestock pastures, approximately one mile of concrete drives, 30 acres under sprinkler system and 30 acres of lush coastal Bermuda in production. $2,450,000.

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Located just north of Athens, Happy Valley Ranch is one of the premier offerings in Texas, providing the utmost in quality amenities, natural beauty and location. These 430.454 picturesque acres provide panoramic views of rolling hills dotted with natural hardwoods.

The focal point of the ranch is a pristine springfed lake (approximately 35 to 40 acres). Great for swimming, fishing or reflecting, the lake at Happy Valley Ranch is a classic. The main home is a traditional country estate, which has been updated with quality amenities, including a spacious living area with wood-

burning fireplace and an entertainment area that provides a wonderful place to entertain or relax. Other features include a formal living/ dining area, fabulous kitchen and more. The back porch offers a breathtaking view of the ranch, overlooking the vast rolling coastal Bermuda meadows dotted with oaks and pines and the unforgettable lake. A two-bedroom, one-bath guest quarters rounds out the main compound, providing privacy and a country feel. Lush landscaped grounds have native hardwoods, fruit orchards and seasonal plantings. The ranch also offers a traditional working side, featuring a barn complete with stalls, feed and tack rooms and holding pens. Happy Valley Ranch is just north of Athens and south of Canton and provides a quick getaway from the busy Metroplex. $3,900,000.

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The natural beauty of East Texas comes alive with this most unique combination of springfed lake, rolling hills and native foliage. The focal point of this 119.358-acre property is a pristine 30Âą acre, spring-fed lake stocked with trophy bass. This remarkable lake invites the most avid angler or individual wanting a great place to reflect. Wildlife abounds and includes ducks, hogs, deer and other wildlife native to East Texas. A covered pavilion with lake and offers an excellent plat to tell about

East Texas Classic Retreat

the home that got away! A 50' by 100' steel

Northeast Texas v Henderson County v Athens

stone fireplace and restroom overlooks the

building provides storage for equipment. The property has 400' frontage on Lake Palestine.

The land between the lake and the property can be leased on an annual basis for only $61 per year. Readily accessible and scenic, this property brings together the nest of East Texas. $1,100,000.

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This 176.836Âą-acre property south of Palestine offers a traditional four-bedroom, two- and onehalf-bath home with spacious living areas, vaulted ceilings and a fantastic kitchen for a quality lifestyle. A focal point of the property, the spring-fed lake is surrounded by rolling hills of lush Bermuda dotted with trees and native wildlife. This property has it all! $785,000.

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187 beautiful acres consisting of rolling terrain, lush pastures with mature oaks surround this unique Texas Hill Country-style four-bedroom, three-bath ranch house. Featuring the utmost in comfort, this home boasts two living areas with wood-burning fireplaces and a huge deck overlooking a peaceful stocked lake. Family and guests enjoy the comfortable den with beamed ceiling and large wood-burning fireplace. For more intimate gatherings, the study with woodburning fireplace also overlooks the lake. A recently updated kitchen with center work isle has every necessity to cook up some fabulous

Texas cuisine. Guests can enjoy some privacy in the “bunk house” located next to the main ranch and complete with kitchen and bath. A 6,000square-foot shop/game room with living quarters provides a unique place to store an RV and enjoy hobbies. The essential elements of a working ranch are available in one of the most unbelievable settings north of Athens and only minutes from the Metroplex. This is an upscale retreat and a place of solitude amidst the beautiful East Texas hills. $1,750,000.

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Located south of Athens, these 198+ acres of beautiful East Texas timberland include pines, hardwoods Approximately 530 lush acres covered with and thousands of dogwood trees and feature gently rolling terrain with four lakes and a pond. The main heavy mature live oak and mesquite located home, situated on a 3-acre bass lake, has redwood exterior and boasts over 3,800 square feet. A second guest home of 1,200+ square feet is nestled in a huge pine forest with abundant wildlife, 15+ acres of lakes full of fish and heavy timber with whitetail deer. This is a sportsman’s heaven! $1,350,000.

south of Breckenridge, Texas on Highway 183 offer four large ponds stocked with bass and one 6-acre lake. Two small creeks offer ample water for livestock and/or wildlife, including

Animal Lover’s Paradise Northeast Texas v Henderson County v LaRue

deer, turkey, hogs, quail, dove, ducks and varmints. The gently rolling terrain holds wonderful vistas as well as building sites. With frontage on CR 164 and Highway 183, the property is offered by the owner/agent as two 265-acre parcels or as the entire 530 acres with prices per acre starting at $1,950 per acre. This unique recreational property is less than two hours from the Dallas /Ft. Worth area.

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Located in the beautiful countryside between LaRue and New York, Texas, this property is simply an animal lover’s paradise! This immaculate home consists of four bedrooms, three baths, about 3,100 square feet and has been updated to perfection. The home sits on 19 acres, and the property includes a 3,100-square-foot metal horse barn with big kennels, a big metal equipment shed, fenced pastures and a 40' by 80' metal shop with office and play room. The landscaping is luscious and features a koi pond and fabulous gunite heated pool. This is a haven for people who love the outdoors! $649,000.

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This magnificent 206-acre property accents all aspects of a country getaway. Nature’s beauty comes alive with a fabulous spring-fed lake, lush pastures, expansive forests, lush pastures and abundant wildlife. The six-bedroom main house offers an informal, casual lifestyle and overlooks the fully stocked fishing lake. In addition to the main house, a two-bedroom, two-bath cabin built in 2000 and a large workshop are also included. Discover the beauty of East Texas! $1,300,000.

Spring Hollow Farm

The Ultimate Country Retreat Northeast Texas v Smith County v Tyler

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Majestic, comfortable and diverse describe the 319.2-acre Oak Way Ranch. Oak Way Ranch features scenic vistas, rolling hills, lush pastures and a dense forest of native hardwoods and pines. Avid sportsmen can enjoy a professionally designed and approximately 40-acre duck marsh created through a partnership with Ducks

Oak Way Ranch Northeast Texas v Van Zandt County v Walton

Unlimited, Inc. Two flowing creeks meander through the ranch, and natural flowing springs with 13 ponds add to the beauty. The main home offers a panoramic view of the ranch’s natural

beauty. Separate living quarters are located in the main barn. In addition, two steel buildings were at one time used as aircraft hangers, which utilized the grass airstrip located on the property. This truly remarkable offering provides the best of East Texas in a most unique setting. $1,295,000.

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This classic 140-acre ranch combines the natural beauty of East Texas, rolling hills, native foliage and spring-fed creek and lake. The customdesigned

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Open pastures and native hardwoods round out the property. This complete ranch combines all the best that East Texas offers. $1,200,000.

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Located just 45 minutes from Dallas, this property is made for easy living! The contemporary/ranch-

style house was finished in 2006, and its custom features will be pleasing to your eyes! This house was made for easy living and entertaining, featuring stained concrete floors, high ceilings, a wall of windows and an in-ground pool with a small pool house. There are three bedrooms, three and onehalf baths, open living concept, two bedrooms and two baths upstairs with a big den between them, perfect for your kids! The custom details give you that western feel, and the quality is outstanding.

This dream home sits on 23 acres of beautiful land with scattered woods and a pond, all located on a quiet county road. You’ll be living in the country, but be less than an hour away from the city! Call today to view this home; it will give you reason to get out of the traffic! $575,000.

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Golden Nugget Ranch

Discover approximately 215 acres in the wonderful East Texas hills as they virtually

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come alive to create a lifestyle that is second to none. The focal point of the ranch is the sixbedroom, four-bath home, custom-constructed in 2002, overlooking the vast Trinity River Valley. The main home offers a western casual lifestyle with spacious rooms with abundant windows. The downstairs is wonderfully suited for entertaining with its huge living area, formal dining room and breakfast area. Upstairs offers a den with potbelly stove, vaulted ceiling and

balcony. The back porch boasts a remarkable 20-mile view, a place to watch the sunset or enjoy early coffee. The property combines lush Bermuda pastures, mature timber, three ponds, three creeks and abundant wildlife. Located just south of Palestine, Texas, this unique offering offers a quiet, relaxed lifestyle that is seldom found. $1,550,000.

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Barnes Lake Ranch

Northeast Texas Anderson County v Montalba

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This one-of-a-kind retreat offers a secluded getaway from the “Big City.” The 1,600-square-foot, lowmaintenance home with two bedrooms and two baths was built in 2006 and has a huge covered front porch, one-car garage plus storage, stained concrete flooring throughout, metal roof and lots of windows with great views. 125 rolling acres just east of Athens with wooded areas, open meadows,

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gravel ranch roads and perimeter fencing. The recreational prospects are unlimited and include and nice improvements, including a 3,128±gentleman ranching, bass fishing, whitetail deer, duck, hog, dove, varmint hunting, nature walks, etc. square-foot home completely remodeled in Additional features include a 10-acre stocked lake, two 2.5-acre catfish ponds, one small pond, spring 2005, a 1,728-square-foot barn with horse creeks and a duck marsh. $585,000.

stalls and tack room and a 1,000-square-foot barn with storage area. Enjoy the hilltop view

Hilltop Retreat

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deer and wild hogs, fenced and cross-fenced combines

spectacular vistas, native hardwoods, lakes and two rustic cottages, all on 98.559±

with board fencing around the home. This super weekend retreat is 18 miles south of Athens on Highway 19. $439,000.

acres. Located east of Athens, this wonderful offering provides a secluded feel, yet is very

accessible. Mature pines and hardwoods provide a natural canopy for interior roads which meander through the property, ideal for hiking, horse rides or four-wheelers. The trails offer the distinct beauty that only East Texas has. The two residential dwellings feature a wonderful relaxed atmosphere. The main dwelling is an authentic log cabin with loft and wonderful front porch which boasts an 8 to 10-mile view. Guests enjoy the bunkhouse with bath and excellent views. A pristine spring-fed, tree-lined lake provides a wonderful setting for catching

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Central Texas v Lampasas County v Lometa Neighbored by large, privately owned ranches, this 50-acre creek front ranch is a must-see with a stunning creek basin neighboring a clear creek with live water, as well as pristine hilltop views for miles. Perfectly reminiscent of a Native American camping spot, the creek front is adorned with green grass and beautiful live oaks. Other impressive features include incredible stacked rock fences and abundant wildlife. Located only an hour’s drive northwest of Austin, yet offering superb seclusion, these ranches are a fabulous opportunity to own a piece of the Texas Hill Country!

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Only an hour’s drive from both Houston and Austin, this fabulous piece of history offers the perfect place to seek refuge or entertain friends. Located just outside of the famous, yet quaint town of Round Top on the La Bahia Trail, these pristine 5- to 50-acre ranches feature incredible rolling countryside with picturesque ponds, perfectly designed cabins, and an original, historic Texas cedar fence. A fabulous opportunity to invest in a piece of history that is a true showplace!

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Located only an hour’s drive northwest of Austin, between the towns of Lampasas and Lometa, this scenic 96-acre ranch is a must see.

Offering the best of both worlds, this incredible property features a picturesque live water creek and creek basin adorned with fabulous live oaks, as well as stunning Hill Country views and abundant wildlife. This ranch is definitely the perfect blank canvas for any buyer, as the possibilities are endless! $369,000. Ken Farr, 512 300-1277.

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Central Texas v Washington County v Round Top

This enchanting, privately set ranch is only an hour’s drive from Houston, in one of the most exclusive areas in Washington County! Close to the charming town of Round Top and historic Winedale, this showplace features beautiful rolling green countryside, majestic oaks, a historic barn and six ponds! 10 to 100-acre ranch sites are available. Call 979 921-9259.

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Located in the most exclusive area in Waller County, this lovely 20-acre ranch features gorgeous rolling countryside with beautiful oaks, fabulous green grass and a great pond.

Close to a large horse training facility and offering perfect land for grazing, this piece is a horseman’s dream. Will divide.

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Dooley Ranch 1,783± Acres

South Texas v Duval County v George West

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First time on the market in over 70 years, this ranch has been family-owned since the 1930s.

The ranch traverses from low, level ground to beautiful rolling hills. Creek drainages and great brush diversity offer an ideal habitat for native wildlife, including deer, quail and turkey. The property features one well, one tank, a 300±acre buffel grass field and easy access with paved highway frontage.

Gardner Ranch

885± Acres

Northwest Texas v Coleman Co. v Santa Anna

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The first time on the market, Gardner Ranch has been owned and operated by the same family for over 50 years. This ranch is raw and ready for your improvements. The pristine landscape features eight earthen tanks and large oak and mesquite trees. Several hilltops provide scenic views and await your choice of construction. Hunt for native whitetail deer, turkey, quail and dove!

Ideal-Size Hunting Ranch 544± Acres

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Here is the perfect hunting ranch! Currently low-fenced, it would be great high-fenced due to strong brush diversity and good shape. It features two water wells, four troughs, two draws with potential for a pond and pens. The ranch has several large oak trees and approximately 60% brush, having been cleared in several areas to allow native grasses to flourish. Abundant wildlife includes whitetail deer, turkey, quail, dove and hogs. Gently rolling hills, brush diversity, two draws and minerals make this ranch very unique!

Bird Hunting Country 100± Acres

South Texas v Dimmit County v Asherton

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area, this property is predominately a large sunflower field mixed with native grasses that attract quail and dove. Surrounded by good brush and low-fenced neighbors, it also has native deer, turkey and hogs. Improvements include one Carrizo well, one nice tank, a threebedroom, one-bath frame cottage and a tractor that conveys.

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Cattle and Hunting Ranch 975± Acres

Central Texas v Medina County v Devine

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This one-of-a-kind highly productive ranch property is just 35 minutes south of San Antonio.

The ranch consists of sloping to rolling, irrigated coastal pastures studded with huge live oaks.

Approximately 20% is native brush with an excellent population of deer, turkey, dove, quail and more, plus there are two large lakes/tanks offering excellent recreational fishing. The ranch is highly improved with two residences and a pool with entertainment pavilion. There is one domestic well plus three Carrizo irrigation wells allowing for a high-density grazing program.

The ranch has an established, profitable, ongoing agribusiness with excellent potential for future development. Contact Al Philip or Robert Dullnig.

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This ranch offers a diversified combination

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for both hunting and cattle ranching being approximately 50% native brush and 50%

300± Acres

improved coastal Bermuda pasture. There is

Central Texas v Medina County v Devine

a substantial residence with pool, garage and equipment barn surrounded by lawn and live oaks. A Carrizo irrigation well supplies water for pastures and maintenance of a large tank stocked with bass and catfish. The native brush is a haven for deer, turkey, dove, quail, etc.

Contact Al Philip or Robert Dullnig.

Live Water Retreat 15± Acres

Central Texas v Uvalde County v Concan

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Year-round, live water “Dry Frio River” and “Lightning Bug Springs” creek are captivating features of this resort-style property. Set on a gentle treed bluff are a luxury main log home,

second home, bunkhouse, pool, barbecue pavilion and one well. Native whitetail deer, axis deer, hogs, turkey and native and migratory birds abound. Contact Robert Dullnig.

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83± Acres

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Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

Minutes from downtown Main Street, these 83± idyllic acres showcase a live water creek, limestone main house, 1850s log cabin guesthouse, pool, 2±-acre pond and barbecue pavilion, barn, pecan orchard and rolling pastures. The main house has four fireplaces, a wet bar and full-length porch overlooking a sparkling pool surrounded by lawn and trees with split-rail fencing. Improvements include three wells, an equipment barn and shop, kennels, crushed granite roads and fencing/cross-fencing. Contact John Tarrillion.

Taylor Lane Ranch 360± Acres

Central Texas v Medina County v Hondo

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This ranch has the rare combination of proximity to San Antonio while being bordered by substantial neighbors, including a world-famous hunting ranch. The terrain is gently rolling with superb brush necessary to grow large deer and hold an abundance of other native wildlife. There is a goodsized tank bordered by large oaks, providing an ideal building site. The ranch is partially high-fenced and features several senderos.

Contact John Tarrillion.

Horse Paradise 20± Acres

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Central Texas v Guadalupe County v Seguin

Equally luxurious for horses and personal enjoyment, the “Diamond C” has a large tank, 120' by 100' lighted horse arena, barn, walker and pens plus kennels/runs. Substantial improvements include a four-bedroom main home, pool, two-car and one-car equipment garages, second home plus staff cottage. The constant-level tank offers bass fishing, and there are RV hookups. The fenced and cross-fenced property has one well plus city water. Contact John Tarrillion.

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A world-class equestrian training, breeding and boarding facility occupies 180+ gently rolling acres with a flowing spring-fed creek. Formerly the home of the Zerlotti Equine Reproduction, Ltd., the 80,000-square-foot main barn boasts an elegant lobby, show arena, separate breeding barn, observatory, offices, bar and dining and banquet facilities. In addition to the seven guest and staff residences, the exquisite and discriminating 11,000+-square-foot owner’s residence features dramatic formals, soaring

The Fabulous Double Diamond Ranch

ceilings and uncompromised views. Contact Dudley Hays or Rick Kuper.

180± Acres

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Wildlife Preserve

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168± Acres

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This property is 3± miles north of the Highway 16 and FM 46 intersection, with excellent frontage on Bear Springs Road, minutes from Helotes or San Antonio. A wonderful variety ranging from flat meadows to treed hilltops offers choice building sites and two sides of Pipe Creek. Native trees and brush provide homes to native whitetail deer, axis deer, turkey and seasonal birds. Contact John Tarrillion.

Recreation or Development 105± Acres

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Equine Paradise 39± Acres

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Superb improvements to pamper horses include a 10-stall barn, lighted covered arena and pens. These fenced grounds are highlighted

by a 4,000±-square-foot main home. Add to this estate with an adjoining 16± acres that are also available for a total of 55± acres. Contact Herb Spoon or Robert Dullnig.

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White Oak Creek Ranch offers water features like

White Oak Creek Ranch

no other in the Hill Country of Fredericksburg,

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Texas. Four springs feed the 4,200 feet of White Oak Creek, which has wide banks and deep water. A large population of axis and whitetail along with turkey and dove make this a hunter’s dream. Conveniently located just over one hour from San Antonio and Austin, Texas. The main home has 2,400 square feet with an indoor pool, while the second home offers over 900 square feet. Open fields, sloped elevation and wooded with pecans, elm, oak and cypress lining the creek. $2,450,000. All offers will be considered.

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This property could be the perfect getaway property, horse ranch or a development dream with it just south of the Fredericksburg city

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limits! The land is gently rolling with huge post oak trees, live oaks and a private springfed creek. This place has open native pasture, fields, as well as some areas heavy in tree cover.

This ranch is loaded with possible homesites throughout and has 380 feet of paved Hollmig Lane frontage! The property also has a large two-story metal barn, three water wells and a traditional Fredericksburg-style base-block, twostory, 100+-year-old house. A must-see property, this ranch is very close to town, yet still private and quiet. Located near the new Stagecoach

Development Potential Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

Movie Theater (Highway 87S), Fredericksburg High School (Highway 16S), Hill Country Memorial Hospital, Gillespie County Lady Bird Johnson Park, golf course, airport and hanger hotel, downtown Main Street, shopping and dining, it is rare to find this amount of acreage in a great location so close to Fredericksburg!

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This 10,000-acre ranch surrounds the famous McKittrick Canyon National Park near El Paso,

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TX. There is live water and two ranch homes, including a bunkhouse with barn and corrals. Elk and mule deer are abundant. Dove and quail have had three hatchings this year. The colors of the majestic and beautiful landscape change minute by minute as the sun rises and sets on the mountain walls. This property can be sold as one piece or can be divided. $1,050 per acre or $10,000,000 for the entire ranch. Kent Coen 830 459-5600 or visit www.tracyspear.com.

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Hollow Creek Ranch

Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

Just east of Fredericksburg, Hollow Creek Ranch would make a great hunting property or exotic game ranch with plentiful whitetail deer, free-ranging exotics, wild turkeys, feral hogs and doves among other wildlife. Flowing Hollow Creek meanders through the property and is fed by two natural springs. This ranch has heavy tree cover, with large-acreage neighbors and is almost entirely cleared of cedar. Excellent grass cover provides ample grazing for livestock. This property has paved road frontage with an electric gate with keypad and offers a level location to build a private airstrip. Other features include: over a mile of crushed granite road, water well, two metal barns/sheds, cattle pens and multiple building sites. This property is conveniently located just over an hour from San Antonio and Austin with a short drive to Fredericksburg.

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Post Oak Ranch Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Johnson City

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This well-cared-for 2,500-square-foot hilltop home on 50+ acres offers nice rolling views of the surrounding Hill Country. Mature oaks and native brush provide ample cover for the plentiful whitetail deer, turkey and other wildlife. The home has an open feel and boasts stained concrete floors, handcrafted ceiling trusses, custom woodwork, stainless steel appliances and abundant directional lighting. Other features include a 1,200-square-foot workshop with a one-bedroom garage apartment and full bath. The property has a high-fenced vegetable garden, good road surface and is just over an hour from Austin or San Antonio and just east of the Gillespie County line with lower Blanco County taxes.

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Purchase your own hilltop retreat just minutes from Fredericksburg in the heart of Gillespie County hunting country. Enjoy a Hill Country-style limestone and frame home (2,400 square feet) plus guesthouse (1,100 square feet) both with metal standing seam roofs on 50 manicured, fenced acres that has a 35 gpm water well. A metal I-beam insulated shop (32' by 22') with

Brady P. Anders, Broker

two parking bays and garage door opener provides ample dry storage. There is a stock tank

302 Main Street Johnson City, TX 78636

fed by a wet-weather creek in addition to an antique stone outbuilding with concrete floor and metal roof. This private retreat boasts million-dollar 360-degree views and offers privacy, peace

830 481-4444

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Sierra Peaks Ranch 260 Acres

Texas Hill Country Bandera County v Pipe Creek

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Enjoy views in every direction—including some of the five-mile distant Medina Lake.

This ranch is a botanical wonderland filled with an extensive variety of native hardwoods and lots of healthy live oaks, madrones and wild cherries. There are fabulous scenic building sites; just pick the view direction of your choice! Sierra Peaks Ranch offers easy access to San Antonio via Highway.

16. Neighbors are large ranches and native wildlife. What could be better? $1,625,000.

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This property offers such exquisite privacy, you’ll swear you are in Colorado mountains overlooking miles and miles of unfettered green hilltops and valleys: no traffic noise, just the quiet tranquility of the Texas Hill Country, yet only 30 miles to the metropolitan services of San Antonio. Choose dramatic, scenic views for your mansion on the hill or a secluded cabin—you decide. Several sites appear suitable for dams to create ponds or lakes, plus plenty of native game. This is truly a one-of-a-kind opportunity to acquire significant acreage close to San Antonio at an affordable price! $1,450,000.

Canyon Vista Ranch 351 Acres

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Sierra Vista Ranch 562 Acres

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Magnificent panoramic views highlight your own private Hill Country ranch. Build your dream

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house or a mountain cabin—the choices are limitless. Spanish, live and lacey oaks, wild cherries,

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cedar elms and mountain laurels blanket the landscape accented by a winding seasonal creek

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with sculpted bluffs. Native whitetail deer and turkey call this paradise home—so should you!

The property is only 30 minutes from San Antonio out Highway 16. $2,425,000.

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Askey Lake Game Ranch

506 Acres

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Seeking a truly first-class private fishing lake in the Hill Country? Look no further than this spectacular game ranch with a 12-acre, 32-foot-deep sparkling jewel loaded with bass, bluegill and catfish and conveniently located just north of Sisterdale, minutes to Boerne, Fredericksburg and San Antonio. A nearly new two-bedroom home plus adjoining office with guest suite overlook the beautiful lake. The ranch is entirely high fenced, complete with gameanimal working pens and is stocked with a variety of exotics, including springbok, waterbuck, zebras, blackbuck antelope, wildebeests, scimitar-horned oryx, axis and fallow deer, elk, eland and aoudad sheep. This turn-key operation includes exotics and equipment. $4,850,000.

Canyon Creek Estate 78 Acres

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This magnificent, 19,000+-square-foot European-influenced country estate is set gracefully within 78 acres of manicured Texas Hill

Country. With commanding panoramic views of mountaintops and verdant valleys, this estate has been designed with detailed attention to sophistication and style. Some of the most luxuriant features include an expansive 38-foot-tall, two-story great room with hand-painted frescoes on the arched ceiling, a multi-room kitchen suite with granite countertops, a digital theater with recliner seating for 11, a climate-controlled wine cellar and tasting room, a luxurious office framed

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contained ground-floor suite for extended family, a covered pool with full outdoor kitchen, plus

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an opulent master suite with massive bath and dressing areas. Additional rooms and features

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by dramatic views of the surrounding Hill Country, an elegant ballroom with balcony, a self-

conveniences of San Antonio and just seven minutes from Boerne. This is a new acreage offering.

Several adjacent tracts are also available. $4,999,500.

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Southern Plantation charm with room for all your horses. Immaculate 4 bedroom, 3 ½ bath historic home with standing seam metal roof, 5 working fireplaces, original fachwerk

Spanish Pass Horse Farm

living room dating back to the 1850’s, huge

38.69 Acres

covered front porch shaded by granddaddy oak and pecan trees—all sitting atop gentle

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

hill with views of surrounding paddocks and

fields. First class horse facilities with metal barn consisting of 34 covered stalls, 3 of which are double in size plus wash rack, work room, feed room, tack room, and an 1800 sf attached office facility which includes 1 ½ baths and a lab/kitchen. Additional horse-care related improvements include a hot walker, round pens, pipe & non-climbable wire mesh fencing for coastal bermuda paddocks, Klein grass field, wooden barn including apartment or 2nd home, 2 additional sets of stables plus a 3rd worker cottage. Conveniently located just 1 mile north of IH-10, less than 3 miles to Boerne. $1,435,000.

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These stunning tracts ranging from 20 to 109 acres lie within a high-fenced, gated subdivision and are less than seven minutes to the picturesque bustling town of Boerne. This is the perfect setting for nature enthusiasts who desire to build their dream home amid the scenic beauty of the Texas Hill Country, yet be conveniently located only 25 minutes via IH10 to The Shops at La Cantera and The Rim Shopping Center San Antonio. The park-like, tree-covered tracts offer building sites with longrange views of the surrounding countryside with no unsightly above ground utility poles

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Mason Granite Lands Ranch

submersible wells. This ranch is a great setup for horse or cattle operation, plus it offers

W. K. Shumpes Co.

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excellent hunting. The property fronts a paved

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Just 17 miles from Junction, Texas, these 648 acres in far northwest Kerr County are home to a world-class exotic breeding operation. The current owners are the founders of MaxRax Wildlife products. The property is completely high-fenced: a 300±-acre pasture, a 250±-acre pasture and a 100±-acre pasture. The 100-acre

pasture contains a house, multiple pens, smaller pastures, breeding pens, several covered shelters and multiple feeders. There are 15,000' of underground pipe for trough watering. The property has two wells (one electric and one windmill) filling three interconnected storage tanks. The 1,400-square-foot rock and stucco house has three bedrooms, two baths, vaulted ceilings, stained glass cabinetry, a gazebo and covered deck. The property has two mobile homes for a hunter’s cabin and foreman’s home. Animal inventory consists of 20 different genetically superior species, including axis, fallow and blackbuck, as well as super exotics like Alpine and Persian ibex, gemsbok, gazelle, oryx, waterbuck, addax and wildebeest. $3,750,000.

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Twin Draw Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kinney County v Brackettville

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This beautiful 318±-acre ranch with loads of diversity and character offers a large wet-weather draw lined with huge oak, cedar elm and hackberry. Several fallow fields along draws could be reclaimed for food plots. Hills on the back of the property provide excellent building sites with great views of the surrounding hills. Abundant game includes whitetail deer, axis deer and feral hogs. There is an electric water well in place and great paved road frontage on FM 334. $2,000 per acre. Call Bill Barton 830 285-2995 or Cully Vickers 830 739-4222.

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With exceptional views on this 400-acre highfenced showplace and everything in place for the discriminating buyer, this ranch is stocked with exotics and a great population of native whitetails.

All game has been fed a high-protein supplement for the past six years. Three homes on the ranch

Turkey Springs Ranch

make for the ideal situation for the landowner who wants to live on the property or desires a well-cared-for retreat overseen by a full-time

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groundskeeper. The main house has 3,800± square feet of air-conditioned area with a sunken-floor trophy room, three bedrooms, three and a half baths, study/exercise room and an extra-large kitchen/dining area. A set of four deer pens for raising genetically superior deer have water piped to each and a series of gates and alleys that connect all pens to each other. All game water lies in two ponds, built by owner, lined with polypropylene. Soil is back-filled on top of the liner for the protection of the liner, and the only water loss is through evaporation and animal consumption. Hoof stock on the ranch includes whitetail, elk, sika, axis, fallow, blackbuck antelope and aoudad. Numbers vary from as few as four aoudad to as many as 50+ axis and whitetails. Songbirds are a real plus. There are several species that spend part of the year on the ranch, with scarlet tanagers and painted bunting being the favorites. Many other birds make the ranch home for parts of the year with frequent visits from hawks, owls, falcons, ducks, geese, sandhill cranes, doves, quail and the ever-present Rio Grand turkey. An occasional eagle will land on the premises. In the spring and early summer, at least 75 hummingbirds call this home. $2,450,000.

Klein Branch Ranch

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Paved county road fronts these 15± acres about 1.5 hours northwest of San Antonio. With panoramic views and everything the equestrian or gentleman farmer could want, this property offers a 2,300±square-foot concrete and metal barn with three 12' by 13' stalls, a tack room with sink and RV storage. A 1,800±-square-foot, two-bedroom, two-bath home stands near the gate. Built in 1993, the house includes an open floor plan, fireplace, spacious bedrooms, home office or third bedroom, a

Graydon Vaught

covered front porch and an open back deck. Down field from the house sits a stock tank and well-

1028 East Main Kerrville, TX 78028

groomed roping arena, as well as some stock pens. The property is perimeter and cross-fenced and has a well. Hunting consists of whitetail, an occasional exotic and turkey. For those who shoot with a camera, the Edwards Plateau is renowned for bird watching. This is perfect for full-time country living at its best or a peaceful weekend getaway. Ag exempt, licensed septic, CHA. $350,000.

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Southeast Texas v Jackson County v Edna The Lavaca River Ranch is in Jackson County, which borders Victoria County. The 13,500-acre ranch fronts the Lavaca River for 5± miles. The main agricultural productions are currently rice and cattle grazing due to the region’s greater amount of annual rainfall, as opposed to other areas of Texas.

Though rice is the current crop, the potential to convert to bio fuel crops is enormous and could affect the property’s future value. This ranch has tremendous potential as an intensive cattle operation. We have a detailed analysis of soils and grasses if you are interested in maximizing the cattle production.

The property has not historically been used as a game ranch, but has all the makings for a stellar operation. This area of Texas has some of the best turkey, goose, duck, dove and quail hunting in the state. The saltwater angler will appreciate the under-an-hour drive from Jackson County to the Gulf of Mexico. Five wells on the property utilized for crop irrigation can pump 3,000 gallons per minute, but are historically run at 1,800 to 2,000 gallons per minute. Set atop the Gulf Coast Aquifer, known to have the highest annual yield of any Texas aquifer, the ranch is perfect for multiple lake developments.

If land is the source of all wealth, the Lavaca River Ranch is the perfect land bank. $47,250,000.

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This 92-acre ranch offers everything a buyer could want: accessibility, beautiful live water, two houses, a pool, five-stall barn, fenced pastures and five stock tanks that enhance the incredible hunting and fishing. The twostory, four-bedroom, three-bath home is new construction, as is the guest cottage. There are 1,152 feet of San Marcos River frontage with great fishing. Great hunting for deer, turkey, dove and hogs.

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This wonderful weekend home has 365Âą feet of frontage on fabulous Big Joshua Creek. The crystal-clear water has a solid rock bottom with a nice clear pool. The property consists of a little over 49 beautiful acres with lots of trees. A picturesque 6 to 7-acre meadow is close to the creek and has terrific Hill Country views. This great recreational property includes a ranchstyle three-bedroom, two-bath rock home, pool, a three-bedroom, two-bath guesthouse and recently resurfaced tennis courts. The land slopes gently from the north to the south, and Big Joshua Creek is the southern boundary.

Incredibly scenic with lots of trees, one water well and two small ponds, this land is conveniently located only 40 miles from San Antonio and less than two miles from IH-10. Deer and turkey are plentiful throughout the property.

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Located a short drive from San Antonio, this unimproved 460Âą-acre ranch is an oasis of brush surrounded by farmland. The terrain is gently sloping brush country, and the soil is deep red sandy loam. Water comes from a livestock well driven by an electric submersible pump. There is a large stock tank filled by captured runoff. Wildlife is abundant with great brush cover. The habitat is ideal for quail, dove, whitetail, pigs, turkey and other small game.

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Historic Ranch

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Rough and beautiful usually don’t go together, but that’s a perfect description of the wild brush country that is the Chittim ranch lands. Flat to moderately rolling, this well-known area is covered with the major species of South Texas brush, and is also home to grama grass, buffel, along with beneficial forbs such as filaree and hairy vetch. Seven large lakes are well spaced throughout the pasture and hold water very well even during dry times. Well stocked with Florida strain largemouth bass many years ago, excellent fishing is possible year-round. But it is the heavy, dark-horned whitetail deer that reside in this part of Maverick County that mesmerize even the most seasoned deer hunter. Low-fenced on three sides with large neighbors throughout, wildlife on this ranch is free-roaming and sheer distance creates the boundaries. The ranch has been carefully managed to ensure proper harvesting. Quail and dove hunting can also be enjoyed, with good numbers of both bobs and blues. Waterfowling is possible with the presence of the lakes. This ranch offers many sporting opportunities. Having been held in the same family since the late 1800s, this is an opportunity to make an historic purchase. There is no ranch in South Texas with a more rich and colored history spanning from the cattle drive era up to today’s Boone and Crockett deer aficionados than the Chittim Ranch. Largely unchanged since the beginning, this ranch has history that is yet to be written. It bears reiteration that this is big buck country by even the most stringent standards.

The well-designed road system allows passage to all areas of the ranch with two entrances along the two miles of Hwy 277 frontage. Cross-fenced into two pastures, 1,450+ and 4,400+ acres, this property has cattle pens, shipping trap and electricity available.

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Texas Hill Country v Kendall Co. v Boerne

Enjoy remarkable views from plateaus ideal for wonderful building sites with long-range vistas on over 93 acres. Heavily wooded canyons and rolling terrain provide privacy while a 1-acre stocked pond is ideal for fishing, boating or swimming. Just three miles from IH-10 in an area with light restrictions, where horses are permitted, this property currently has an ag exemption.

Recreational Ranch 68.24 Acres

Central Texas v Medina County v Castroville

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Only 3.2 miles west of Castroville and 30 to 45 minutes from downtown San Antonio or the San Antonio International Airport, this recreational ranch offers an ideal location for a corporate getaway, providing you with the perfect environment for building those valued relationships with your clients. The ranch estate features five bedrooms and four and one-half baths with a in-ground pool with spa, detached three-car garage with second-story guest quarters, a three-bedroom, two-bath caretaker’s home and a 60' by 40' shop building with covered RV parking. The property includes waterline and highline electric easements.

With five water meters and two entrances off of Highway 90, which provide exceptional views of the ranch, this land has multiple areas fit for development, offering excellent potential for subdividing, use as a weekend retreat or laying out a spaciously planned homestead/building site for a closely knit family.

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Located near the McNeil Community, this 100+-acre ranch has a four-bedroom, two-bath brick home. The rolling terrain features scattered trees with several small wooded areas. Fenced pastures consist of improved and native grasses. Featuring a cattle holding pen, large stock tank, water wells with windmills and a Polonia Water Supply meter, this property is fenced and has one cross-fence plus several small trap areas. A large poultry barn and older mobile home are currently leased on a month-to-month basis. The location of this property allows for an easy commute to many small towns in the area, as well as San Antonio and Austin.

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La Negra Ranch Texas Hill Country Bandera County v Pipe Creek

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These 340 acres feature a 26-acre trophy bass lake!

The main home has 5,663 square feet of living space with almost 3,700 square feet of patios.

Started in 1890, it features barrel ceilings, a luxury master suite with fireplace, plus there will be room for family and friends with three guest retreats in their own private area. A 14-stall horse barn and abundant wildlife for most any kind of hunting are available just 15 minutes from San Antonio.

Additional acreage is available. $5,500,000.

Hunting, Cattle and Water Ranch 3,515± Acres

South Texas v Zavala County v La Pryor

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This excellent property has about three miles of crystal-clear Nueces River frontage. Fish, swim, “toob” or boat from one end of the ranch to the other. If you are a hunter (or photographer) this is paradise. South Texas deer, Rio Grande turkey, quail, dove, hog and other species are plentiful.

The ranch has 10 quality blinds each with a feeder, a new 14-ton grain bin, six-plus miles of improved interior roads, many cleared senderos and a three-bedroom, three-bath hunter’s lodge.

It also has excellent grass cover, traps and working pens for your cattle operation. Ranches that offer as many opportunities as this are extremely rare in South Texas. $11,072,250.

It Says Welcome Home Central Texas v Bosque County v Clifton

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This 150-acre ranch has the best of everything!

The main three-bedroom, three- and one-halfbath stone home offers a large open living area with wood-burning fireplace. The property features several additional buildings, including a two-bedroom guesthouse with loft and a great metal building with shop, game room and bath. Excellent fencing, a well plus springfed ponds and a wet-weather creek round out the fabulous landscape, where abundant deer make for excellent hunting. $1,147,500.

Premier Ranch

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Northwest Texas v Montague County v Bowie

An almost-new, custom two-story rock home sits on 396+ acres with about 9,000 square feet on the main floor and 3,000 upstairs, including a large open area for more bedrooms, entertainment

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or whatever! Balconies overlook the pool. The open pasture has coastal fields, some improved grass heavily wooded areas with oaks and pecans. Numerous ponds and a creek highlight the property, which also offers a large barn, riding arena, loading and working chutes, second barn,

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Own Your Own Lake Texas Metroplex v Erath County v Dublin

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On 350 fenced acres with a 42-acre lake, a solar gate opens to the property with a wonderful 7,800-square-foot barn plumbed for a full bath, perfect for corporate retreats, reunions, barn dances and much more. There is a new well and two stock tanks. Great coverage makes for great hunting! This would be the greatest place to build that home

On the Nueces River

you’ve been dreaming of. $1,875,000.

Texas Hill Country v Real County v Camp Wood

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These 640Âą fenced and cross-fenced acres with about .75 miles of river frontage are excellent for swimming and fishing. The terrain ranges from bottom land to high mountains and canyons. 40+ producing pecan trees are on the land. Improvements include two large homes, nine automatic game feeders and 10-foot steel tower blinds. The property currently receives ag exemption for tax purposes. $3,900,000.

Luxury in the Hill Country Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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This three-bedroom, two- and one-half-bath custom timber/stone home on 73 acres offers a massive rock fireplace, kitchen with many upgrades, surround sound in the media center, covered porches and much more. The 40' by 60' insulated barn has three overhead doors.

The outdoor kitchen features two cooking pits, stainless steel counters and a sink. The fenced and cross-fenced property also offers a furnished guest suite, two ponds and great hunting. $1,700,000.

The Best of Texas Central Texas v Bastrop County v Paige

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This is not an exaggeration! This is a perfect location on 93+ acres with improved pastures, a 6,000-square-foot home, white pipe fencing and much more. The backyard offers a pool with a slide and hot tub. RV/equipment barn, stables, turnout pens and three ponds complete this estate. Enjoy an easy commute to Austin or Houston. $2,500,000.

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Northeast Texas v Lamar County v Sumner

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A custom Austin stone home on 102 acres with pipe-fenced remote-control gate, this home boasts three bedrooms, three baths, tiled roof, mahogany floors, double-sided fireplace, dream kitchen with stainless steel appliances, an exercise room and much more. Outside, you can enjoy a wonderful patio with outdoor kitchen. This acreage is mostly open with scattered trees and a pond. $775,000.

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Central Texas v Bosque County v Cranfills Gap

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This three-bedroom, three-bath white limestone home on 230 acres sits on a mesa with incredible views of the countryside. The home features views from every window, family room with fireplace adjoining the dining area and kitchen with center island. A breezeway connects to the three-car garage and carport. There are also guest quarters, a greenhouse, shed, cattle pens, two seasonal creeks, three stock tanks and excellent hunting. $1,400,000.

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Improved grass and woods enhance these 122 fenced and cross-fenced acres. The centerpiece of the property is a four-bedroom, three-bath home with two living areas, sunroom and more. A 2,000-square-foot red barn/shop, pole barn and windmill complete this true East Texas showplace! $738,000.

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This 112-acre working ranch with rolling coastal meadows has a four-stall horse barn with corral, barns and and ponds. The main ranch home is a sprawling five-bedroom, three- and one-halfbath Spanish-style home with full-length veranda, sun porch across the back and diving pool with cabana. A 1,300-square-foot second home accommodates guests or employees. $1,250,000.

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Hill House Ranch

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Central Texas Washington County v Chappell Hill

A high hill with panoramic views overlooking a scenic lake defines the location for the 4,600±-square-foot home. The house was designed to fit into the hill with the main floor supplemented by a second floor along the backside. Balconies, decks and patios are contoured into the topography of the hill with elaborate landscaping accenting the descent past the pool to the lake. Additions to the 176 acres are a tennis court, guesthouse, manager’s house, barn and more, for an outstanding ranch convenient to Houston.

Rolling Vistas Central Texas Washington County v Chappell Hill

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Escape the hassles of congested city life

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Central Texas v Washington County v Chappell Hill

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this 90+-acre paradise. Nestled back off a

Panoramic views of the beautiful countryside of the Chappell Hill area set the tone for this paved country road is this private hilltop unique farmhouse located in a restricted area surrounded by quality farms and ranches. The haven. Lose yourself in the distant views as custom-designed 3,084-square-foot home of cedar and stone sits atop a central hill on these 39+ you select a spot for your dream home or acres enhanced by rolling pastures, board fencing, horse barns, equipment barn and arenas. The weekend getaway. This choice ranch property sophisticated and artistically influenced home is complemented by attractive groupings of tall

is adorned with sparkling ponds for your

trees that emphasize the diversity of the terrain. $1,475,000.

fishing enjoyment, and a mystical creek

Red Roof Ranch

borders one side of the property. $777,535.

Central Texas v Austin County v New Ulm

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A 13.9-acre paradise for parents, grandparents and children features a beautifully restored two-bedroom,

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with 12-foot ceilings and designer touches throughout. The property also features a garage with an apartment above; a treehouse for the youngsters; 1,200± square feet of deck

P.O. Box 582 Bellville, TX 77418

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This sophisticated, grand estate features a magnificent three-story residence with nine bedrooms, nine baths and two powder rooms.

Spacious rooms with high ceilings, large porches, a gourmet kitchen and a beautifully landscaped pool and patio area make it easy to entertain. Situated on 23 heavily wooded acres of natural wildlife habitat, the secluded manor is conveniently located 30Âą minutes from Bryan/College Station. $1,985,000.

Hickory Creek Ranch Central Texas v Waller County v Waller

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An excellent location on FM 1488 between

Heritage Trail Haven

Tomball and Waller gives this 135-acre tract Central Texas v Austin County v Bellville of land the advantage of a commuter location, With the quality of country and the comfort of community, this exquisite 4,687-square-foot home

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while still offering privacy and seclusion. A is nestled on 9.66 acres in the restricted development of Burleigh Plantation outside of Bellville. short entrance road bordered by large trees Long porches lining the front and back of the home invite you to enjoy the charming landscaped opens to a view of the rolling terrain. A rare yard that surrounds this three-bedroom, four-bath, two-story home. Sophisticated detail is exhibited balance of woods and pasture combines to throughout the house, including multiple oversized French doors leading to the backyard with an offer wooded riding trails, a good hay pasture exceptional entertainment area surrounding the pool and spa. An enthusiastic equestrian is sure and hilltop homesites. Two ponds, additional to appreciate the large six-stall barn and split-rail fenced pastures that accompany this attractive frontage, a large hay barn and outbuildings package. $865,000. add up to an exceptional property to build a permanent home or handy weekend retreat. $10,500 per acre.

Fraser Farm Central Texas v Fayette County v LaGrange

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This is the country farm that everyone envisions: a high hill with distant views overlooking a stocked lake and rolling pastures with a picturesque farmhouse surrounded by large trees on the hilltop. A

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Central Texas Washington County v Brenham

These beautiful, rolling 60 acres lie just minutes north of Brenham and are awaiting your dream home. The winding road leads back to the hilltop homesite complete with electricity, community water and septic system.

New perimeter fencing, improved pastures, two ponds and a seasonal creek make this an ideal tract for the gentleman rancher, a weekend retreat or a full-time living location. $690,000.

Cedar Hill Vista Central Texas Washington County v Brenham

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Appreciate the comforts of upscale living in

Magnolia Hill

a country atmosphere. This elegantly crafted

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hilltop home sits on 21+ rolling acres just

Choose between a great sunrise, sunset or both for a peaceful setting to enjoy at this farmhouse minutes north of Brenham. The 4,325-squareon 81 acres. The five-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath home sits on a high hill with wonderful foot home features four bedrooms, three views overlooking a stocked lake. Large trees and many mature live oaks are scattered across and one-half baths and the utmost in quality the hill of improved pastures accompanied by areas of deep woods. This package is enhanced from the wood flooring to the high ceilings. by a swimming pool, fire ring, storage barn, board-fencing around the house, cross-fencing and The spectacular views are complemented by extensive road frontage and a 2,284-squareanother stocked pond, creating an inviting farm. $925,000.

Takin’ Five Ranch Central Texas v Colorado County v Weimar

foot barn. This is a wonderful place to enjoy luxurious country living and colorful Texas sunsets. $849,500.

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Softly contemporary with a wall of glass showcasing the surrounding pastures and woods, the four-bedroom, three and two-halfbath, two-story home with game room and study is designed for relaxed living. Large open rooms coupled with balconies and decks are complemented by stained concrete floors downstairs and wood floors upstairs—a great formula for leaving the world behind and enjoying the great outdoors. The 78 acres are divided between areas of improved pastures and woods with huge live oaks. Added to this package are a stocked lake, pond, abundant wildlife

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Water Valley Ranch 27 Acres

Central Texas v Medina County v Hondo

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Approximately seven miles north of D’Hanis on FM 1796, Water Valley Ranch is a beautiful small ranch with lots of character. Terrain varies from the variety of healthy South Texas brush and grasses to the perfect homesite atop the higher elevation overlooking the two

Twin Hollow Creek Ranch 200 Acres

ponds and waterfall. Improvements include: Central Texas v Medina County v Hondo electricity, new perimeter fencing and water well. Owner/Broker.

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This beautiful high-fenced ranch is in the foothills of the Texas Hill Country, north of Hondo.

From the gated rock entrance to the incredible vistas and rolling terrain accentuating the deep creek bottoms, this ranch offers it all. Extensively cleared of cedar, except for a boundary around the interior perimeter of the high fence, the entire property is loaded with giant live oaks, Mt. Laurels and persimmon. Improvements include: electricity, water well, a good road system and several gorgeous homesites. Owner/Broker.

Hondo Creek Ranch 1,279 Acres

Central Texas v Medina County v Hondo

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Conveniently located north of Hondo with two miles of paved frontage, this beautiful Hill Country ranch offers panoramic 360degree, 20± mile views from the bluffs along two miles of Hondo Creek, which borders the eastern boundary of the ranch. There are several miles of good interior roads within this low-fenced ranch; abundant wildlife roams freely throughout the property. Improvements

Comal County Ranch

include an older hunter’s cabin, electricity and

87 Acres

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Central Texas v Comal County v Bulverde

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This low-fenced ranch is west of Bulverde with beautiful, rolling Hill Country terrain and elevations from 1,350 feet, drawing attention to the incredible views of the surrounding countryside. Much of the property has been cleared of cedar, exposing healthy pastures and

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giant live oak trees. Already in place is a temporary three-bedroom, two-bath, doublewide manufactured home on an excellent building site, a well, 1,800 feet of buried waterlines and two ponds. The owner will remove the manufactured home if the buyer desires not to purchase it with property. Price reduced/motivated seller.

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Historic Hunting Ranch 5,800 Acres

Central Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

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This historic South Texas ranch has been

Blue Mountain Ranch 3,262 Acres

Central Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

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in the same family since 1927 and is in the midst of one of the most desirable counties for recreation and hunting in Texas. The terrain is gently rolling to undulating with the west

This spectacular hunting/recreational high-fenced ranch offers trophy-class whitetail deer with prong of the Nueces River meandering across introduced genetics through releases from scientific breeding pens. Improvements include an

the northern portion. Improvements include: a

impressive 5,000-square-foot hunting lodge with an additional 2,000 square feet of porches, a TPWD wildlife management plan, four wells, a foreman’s house, ranch hand’s house, cattle pens, equipment and implement barns, two four-

pond, cattle pens and partial high fencing.

stall horse barns with paddocks, indoor calf-roping arena, outdoor arena, 2,000-square-foot ranch-style rock home, six domestic water wells, one irrigation well and underground lines to all areas of the ranch, ponds, food plots, hunting blinds and bow blinds. Blue Mountain Ranch offers all of the resources that hunters and ranch owners dream about.

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South Texas v Zavala County v Uvalde

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Las Palomas Ranch is 15 miles south of Uvalde and two miles north of LaPryor in Zavala County. There is frontage on Highway 83, CR 4016, FM 1436 and CR 4017. Terrain is mostly level with healthy South Texas brush and native grass fields. There is one water well, which has been recently overhauled with new equipment, and subsurface water appears to be abundant

Hunting Ranch 1,392 Acres

in the area with well depths averaging 300 and 500 feet. There is electricity along the front portion of the ranch. Will divide.

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Originally part of the Driscol Foundation Ranch, this high-fenced ranch has a very dense covering of great South Texas brush. The Chiltipin Creek cuts through the property, providing great bottomland with giant old mesquite trees and excellent brush. The terrain has a tremendous amount of roll, with elevations ranging from a low point of about 520 feet, to over 630 feet at the highest point. This rolling terrain offers several homesites with awesome views. Native wildlife is abundant, as well as TTT whitetail does which have been released.

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Secluded Hill Country Ranch 876.1 Acres

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This end-of-the-road ranch near the Frio River and Garner State Park is loaded with game, including elk. It features live water and a two-bedroom home and is perfect for a game ranch or future development. Other attributes include: hunting, ag value exemption, horse or cattle grazing, beautiful hardwoods, creek and small lake, along with tremendous views.

Listed at $5,000 per acre.

Lone Star Ranch 1,041 Acres

West Texas v Brewster County v La Jitas

Edwards County Ranch 640 Acres

Texas Hill Country Edwards County v Rocksprings

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This is an exceptional hunting ranch in Edwards County with great access only five miles off Highway 55, southeast of Rocksprings. The acreage offers three active water wells, electricity, low perimeter fencing, an equipment barn and furnished three-bedroom, two-bath camp

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This ranch has a beautiful split-level Spanish-style home on the side of a mountain with an elevation of 3,500 feet. The home offers breathtaking views overlooking the West Texas town of La Jitas. The terrain varies from rough and rugged to gentle and rolling. This property is loaded with history. The roads are good, but a 4X4 vehicle is needed for some areas. Other attributes include: a private 3,182square-foot home, bunkhouse, hunting, well, electricity and workshop. Listed at $750,000.

house with wood-burning stove. The plentiful wildlife includes natives such as quail, whitetail and turkey, as well as free-roaming exotics. The rolling terrain has oaks, cedars and beautiful pi単on pines. Several blinds and feeders will convey. Ask for Frankie. Owner will finance, terms negotiable. Listed at $1,875 per acre.

Uvalde County Ranch 1,160 Acres

Central Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

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This ranch is easily accessible directly from State Highway 55 and is approximately 20 miles north of Uvalde. The topography is gentle to hilly, and elevations range from Texas Brush Country to the Texas Hill Country. There is good coverage of native grasses and an excellent supply of high-protein South Texas brush for the wildlife. Trees on the ranch include numerous large oaks in the bottoms, some cedar elm, pecan, hackberry and cedar. Other attributes include: hunting, ag value exemption, good grazing, well, electricity, fencing, unrestricted and exceptional views. Ask for Shawn. Listed at $1,595 per acre.

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Frio River Paradise

75Âą Acres

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The Frio Pecan Farm, one of the premier destination resorts on the Frio River, is available. It contains over 75 acres of pecan bottom situated along the banks of the river just a few miles from Garner State Park and Concan, Texas. Improvements consist of 12 first-class rental cabins, a sports pub with owner’s office, a pavilion suitable for large indoor/outdoor gatherings, a barbecue hut, an office, a small retail building, a game/laundry room, two single-family residences, several large metal buildings necessary for the pecan business and RV spaces. There is ample room for additional development. If you are looking for an investment opportunity in the heart of the action on the Frio, this is it. It is offered exclusively by Suttle & Company. Ask for Martin Martinez.

Frio Falls Retreat 14.74 Acres

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The Frio Falls Retreat is located at the intersection of FM 1120 and the Frio River.

This location is a favorite drop off and swimming spot for the tubers in the Frio Canyon. There are a total of seven cabins, six RV sites with full hook-ups and an office for checking in. There is undeveloped land for additional improvements.

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The L4 Ranch, located in a highly desirable area of the Hill Country, is truly one of the nicest high-fenced ranches to come on the market.

The ranch has been extensively managed and is an absolute showplace. Improvements include a three-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath lodge, 11 water troughs situated throughout the ranch and a good set of working pens with a nice barn. The ranch has been under a strict game management plan for many years and has

L4 Ranch

held land management seminars. This turn-key

1,750± Acres

ranch has been well cared for and is set up and ready to go. All feeders and blinds convey.

Central Texas v Menard County v Mason

Kimble County Ranch 2,000± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kimble Co. v Junction

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Please call Ken or Scott for more information.

Domino Ranch 2,635± Acres

Central Texas v Medina County v Sabinal

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This is one of the most scenic ranches in Kimble This high-fenced, turn-key hunting ranch is located in the transition zone of Medina County and County. Located outside of Junction, these features both excellent Hill Country views and brushy South Texas whitetail habitat. With large 2,000± acres are a hunter’s paradise. The ranch neighbors and a nice wide shape, the ranch is peaceful and private. Domino Ranch is located 14 is loaded with game, including sika, blackbuck, miles northwest of D’Hanis and is accessed off FM 1791 and CR 231. The ranch is well watered, and whitetail, axis and turkey. The ranch is low-fenced wildlife is abundant. Improvements include a main house, foreman’s home, hunting lodge, cattle pens, with large neighbors and has five water wells that workshop and much more. Don’t miss out on this rare find. Please call Ken for more information. pipe to various watering stations throughout the ranch. There is a good road system on this ranch, and the owner spent a great amount of time to make this the perfect hunting retreat. There is good cattle capability with the excellent grass cover on the ranch. Improvements consist of a modest hunter’s quarters and an implement barn. This ranch won’t last long! Please call Scott or Ken for more information.

Duval County Ranch

1,625± Acres

Ken Hoerster, Broker Larry Godfrey • Scott Allen 508 East San Antonio Street Boerne, TX 78006

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South Texas v Duval County v George West

This ranch is located in northern Duval County, 25 minutes southwest of George West.

Improvements include a two-bedroom house on the property along with a metal barn. The perimeter is completely high-fenced. There are two surface ponds, two water wells and electricity.

This ranch offers spectacular hunting. There is a 5-acre interior DMP pen, 20-acre food plot planted in wheat and oats, recently introduced genetics, and the brush diversity is great. This ranch consists of about 85% virgin brush. Please call Larry for more information.

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This high-quality, turn-key ranch is located approximately 80 miles west of San Antonio.

The ranch has 2± miles of Leona River frontage with large oaks that line the river! This highfenced ranch is a hunter’s paradise and has not been hunted for over three years. The ranch is high-fenced and in good condition. Game is abundant, including deer, turkey, quail, dove, feral hogs and javelina. The ranch is equipped with three water wells, one Carrizo well with 10" casing and a Zimmatic 2,100' center pivot

Double G Ranch 866± Acres

South Texas v Frio County v Pearsall

irrigation system with telephone control that waters a 151±-acre field. Improvements include a 2,700±-square-foot main house with metal roof that has five bedrooms and two and one-half baths with a large living area. There is also a 900±-square-foot guesthouse and a 1,500±-square-foot garage with storage rooms and a bathroom. Please call Ken or Richard for more information.

Sutton County Ranch 2,617± Acres

West Texas v Sutton County v Sonora

La Salle County Ranch 119± Acres

South Texas v La Salle County v Dilley

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This rolling ranch land is located southeast of Sonora, with paved county road frontage, and is loaded located near Dilley is loaded with wild game! with a large population of native game, which over the years has been managed for the production of high- A Carrizo, shallow well and septic system are quality whitetail deer! The ranch has an elevation of 2,311' to 2,220' in the Ten Mile Draw, which bisects

already in place. There is a beautiful 2,450±-

the ranch. There are extensive grass and mesquite savannahs on the ranch. There are two wells, one with square-foot, three-bedroom, three-bathroom a submersible pump that provides water from the Edwards Aquifer. There is also a 2- to 3-acre lake stocked home that has both formal and family living with bass that holds water year-round. At the ranch headquarters is a 1,680-square-foot manufactured areas, a large game room, separate dining and breakfast rooms and large master bedroom home, several barns, walk-in cooler and good set of cattle pens. Please call Ken for more information. with separate shower and Jacuzzi tub. A stock tank and open field offer a chance at excellent wing shooting, an ideal grazing operation or horse facility. The variety of mixed native brush throughout the property allows for opportunities at South Texas large game hunting, as well. This perfect homestead or

Flying F Ranch

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Central Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

weekend getaway is ready to go. 120± acres with home, $425,000; with 89± additional acres (209± total acres), $2,800 per acre. Please call Richard for more information.

The Flying F Ranch is a highly improved game and recreational ranch located near Uvalde. The ranch has been under intense game management for the past 12 years and has an exceptional whitetail deer herd in place. The entire property is enclosed with over seven miles of 8-foot high fencing.

Approximately 170 acres of the ranch immediately in front of the lodge and ranch headquarters are an irrigated food plot used to enhance the game-carrying capacity on the ranch. Breeder deer are kept in six deer breeding pens near the ranch headquarters. Grain crops are planted in the spring for dove and

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quail. The Flying F has some of the best white wing and mourning dove hunting in Uvalde County.

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Improvements include a 4,600±-square-foot lodge, and the ranch has an extensive road system that

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Yegua Pasture, Winship Ranch 3,000 Acres

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This property is the perfect “proven” mix of the varieties of native South Texas brush that produce trophy whitetail. Referred to as the “Golden Triangle,” this area of South Texas is known for its ability to produce quality trophies year after year. This ranch is the eastern end of the 17,000-acre Winship Ranch. Just minutes from Carrizo Springs and with Eagle Pass a short 25-minute drive away, the ranch has approximately three miles of paved state highway frontage that provide easy access. The ranch is in very good condition, and the

hunting outlook for this year is excellent. There are four stock tanks on the ranch, some of them stocked, and the bass fishing is incredible.

Neighboring ranches include the Cage Ranch (30,000± acres) and the Comanche Ranch (90,000± acres), formerly the Farias Ranch. The Comanche Ranch boundary line is the only high-fenced portion of the ranch. Abundant wildlife includes whitetail deer, javelina, feral hog, bobcat, coyote, bob white, blue quail and many more. The ranch has been under a wildlife management plan since 1997 and has been granted a Wildlife Management Permit from the Texas Wildlife Department. This ranch has been in the same family for almost a century. This is an opportunity for you to own a great ranch. Call for more information.

Cattleman’s Paradise 1,242 Acres

South Texas v Atascosa County v Pleasanton

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This farm has been in the same family since 1973. The property has been highly improved over the years and is a producing hay and cattle operation. The farm has a total of 700 acres of

McMullen County Ranch 400 Acres

South Texas v McMullen County v Tilden

Tifton 85 planted on the farm with 380 acres of it under three Zimmatic pivot irrigation systems and the remainder planted in other areas. The pivot systems are all electric and are supplied with water from a large Carrizo Aquifer irrigation well. The irrigation well has been tested to produce

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place for entertaining friends and family.

This a great hunting ranch located in one of the most sought-after counties in South Texas.

The ranch has a cabin and is well-watered with five stock tanks. The brush is as good as it gets

be operated at the same time. The large barn is perfect for storing/maintaining equipment. There are six stock tanks and a large reservoir with a cabin and fishing pier with a diving board. The farm has four hunting cabins that have feeders set up for all-night hog hunts and has been a good

source of income. There are also some bow hunting blinds with feeders. The property has a set of in South Texas. The ranch is high-fenced along working cattle pens, and the fields are separated by both permanent fencing and electric fencing. the east and south borders. A low fence is along The lovely three-bedroom, two-bath ranch-style rock home is 2,790± square feet and is a great This would make a great high- or low-fenced hunting operation. The seller will convey 25% of the oil, gas and mineral rights. This ranch will not be available long.

Trophy Exotic Ranch 264 Acres

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This ranch on the Edwards and Kerr County line consists of 264 acres with 190 acres gamefenced and 74 acres with low fencing. It really is the best of both worlds, from a free ranging

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operation to a managed herd. Driving through

impressive to see axis, blackbuck, fallow, sika, red deer, scimitar oryx, aoudad sheep, mouflon sheep class of animals has within the individual herds. This ranch would be a great setting for a corporate retreat, guided hunt or just a wonderful place to share and relax with family and friends.

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Squaw Mountain Ranch

1,147 Acres

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Northwest Texas v Jack County v Jacksboro

This ranch is in Jack County only one and a half hours from the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex area. It consists of 800 acres within a game fence and 347 acres that are low-fenced with Trinity River frontage on its north end. The ranch headquarters consists of a lodge, seven log cabins, a swimming pool, recreation/gaming room, trap/skeet range, common patio area for an evening barbecue, volleyball court and an outdoor wildlife processing facility. This ranch is truly an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. The ranch is covered with game indigenous to the area, including a well-managed whitetail deer herd. There have also been a number of sought-after exotics introduced to the property. The ranch has 20 stock tanks ranging in size from a fourth of an acre to 8± acres, adequately providing water for all wildlife. There are blinds and feeders in key locations to enhance the success rate of seeing trophy game. Come and see one of the prettiest ranches we have offered in years.

Rolling Hills 425 Acres

Central Texas v Medina County v Castroville

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This ranch is located on paved county road frontage just outside of Castroville, Texas. It is truly a beautiful property that has a Hill Country roll, allowing views for miles and many locations throughout for possible homesites. It has electricity and city water, as well as two operating windmills. There are whitetail deer, hog, turkey and excellent quail and dove hunting from season to season. All neighboring ranches are low-fenced, large, older ranches with good cover and native high protein brush. This location is great for growing large whitetail deer in South Texas.

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948 Acres

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South Texas v Maverick County v Carrizo Springs

The property, decades ago, was partially utilized for farming crops, but those areas have since been reclaimed by native brush and mesquite. The ranch has a variety of different types of brush that give it a diverse and appealing look. There are areas that have large bull mesquites and higher areas around the gravel hills that have a lot of cenizo and blackbrush, plus great views across this historic region of South Texas. The property has an irrigation canal as the west boundary and FM 2644 as its north boundary. There are three stock tanks. Across the highway is the Winship Ranch, which is currently a working 17,000-acre ranch. The east and south boundaries of this ranch are formed by the famous 30,000-acre Cage Ranch. The Cage Ranch has a history of producing huge trophy bucks and has been under wildlife management for decades. There are no high fences around this ranch.

Horse Lover’s Dream 94 Acres

Central Texas v Wilson County v Floresville

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This 94-acre ranch is located just 25 miles from downtown San Antonio and is 17 miles west of Floresville. Here is a rare opportunity to purchase a beautiful piece of property in Wilson County that has restrictions to maintain the quality and pristine atmosphere in this area. Access to the

property is down a private road shared by only five other property owners. The terrain is rolling with a number of majestic oaks scattered to allow for a number of great homesite locations. The ranch also has a tree-lined seasonal creek meandering through it enhancing the overall beauty. The property is fenced and cross-fenced and has a highly productive coastal field. If you are looking for a perfect horse or small cattle operation, this is the place. Water and electricity are also available.

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With approximately three-quarters of a mile of prime main-body Lake Travis frontage, these 109 acres show off the best of what Lake Travis has to offer. Across from Muleshoe Bend Preserve, there are no manmade or natural obstructions to block the beautiful Central Texas sunsets.

Approximately 95% of the property lies well above the flood plain and all building sites deliver panoramic views up and down the lake.

Private Lake Travis Ranch Central Texas v Travis County v Lago Vista

The property is blessed with hundreds of healthy, mature oaks and a smattering of sycamores in the wetter areas with the water-hog cedars and many rocks removed on the lower elevations, nourishing native and improved grasses. This waterfront property also includes a stucco and stone home with five bedrooms and three baths, featuring a great room anchored by two limestone fireplaces and panoramic Lake Travis views. This perfect setting for a vineyard or estate is 10 minutes to Lago Vista, 25 minutes to Marble Falls and 35 minutes to Austin. $4,995,000. Can be subdivided.

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Just across from Muleshoe Bend Preserve, these 28 acres of prime Lake Travis waterfront feature tall oaks and panoramic views of the deep, blue water of Lake Travis and surrounding Hill Country. The majority of the acreage lies well above the flood plain, and over 1,700 feet of main-body and deepwater cove frontage provide a substantial portion of the property line. Surrounded by large acreage tracts and located along a private road, this property offers a high level of privacy and tranquility just 10 minutes to Lago Vista, 25 minutes to Marble Falls and 35 minutes to Austin. $1,695,000.

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manicured acres, a 3,700-square-foot main home and a limestone guest home. The threebedroom, two- and one-half-bath main home includes a great room with stone fireplace,

atrium, open kitchen, stained glass and antique upgrades. The back features a large deck looking to Onion Creek. A 2,000-square-foot restored farmhouse serves as a three-bedroom, three-bath guest home with full kitchen, living area with fireplace, garage apartment and pool. This ranch is in southwest Austin, minutes to I-35 and 10 minutes to downtown. $1,000,000.

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Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Johnson City

Nestled in a valley surrounded by tall peaks, the Miller Creek Ranch is truly one of the crown jewels of the Hill Country. These 895 acres have been cleared of cedars, encouraging the growth of native grasses, trees and plants. Both sides of 6,000 feet of crystal-clear, dammed Miller Creek, one of the strongest year-round creeks in the Hill Country, flow throughout the property. Several stock tanks filled with bass, catfish and crappie also provide excellent fishing opportunities. Game fenced and cross-fenced, this property features numerous whitetail deer and axis as well as an assortment of other Central Texas native wildlife. Partially operated as a horse farm, the fenced green pastures and 16-stall horse barn of Miller Creek Ranch act as scenic additions to the landscape when viewing the property from the spectacular hills surrounding them. A recently completed 5,000-square-foot manor home utilizes native stone inside and out and includes the numerous custom features expected of a modern-day luxury estate. Miller Creek Ranch is located just outside of Johnson City, 45 minutes west of Austin and 55 minutes from San Antonio.

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Offering tremendous panoramic views, High Point Ranch features 244± acres and both sides of strong flowing Wallace Creek. A beautiful custom built three-bedroom, two- and one-half-

High Point Ranch Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Medina

bath, two-story rock home sits on a point of a hill overlooking beautiful Texas Hill Country views.

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porches on the first and second levels, enjoy a large great room, wonderful kitchen, game room, heated swimming pool with hot tub, oversized garages with room for four vehicles and over one mile of paved road. With its great location outside of Medina off Highway 16, a combination of views, bottomland, hills, live water and improvements, you are sure to love this unique Hill Country ranch. $2,495,000.

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Located near Vanderpool with frontage on Highway 337 and Evans Creek Road, this 77±acre ranch has great recreational opportunities.

Two dams on Evans Creek create a magnificent park-like setting with deep water for swimming and fishing. Mountain View Ranch offers many other features and improvements, including a two-bedroom, two-bath home, guesthouse, barns, excellent hunting, views and a very relaxing atmosphere. $1,200,000. Call Brandon Bownds at 830 966-6111.

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A trophy hunter’s ranch on the headwaters of spring-fed Mare Creek, this secluded and private ranch is a hunter’s dream with abundant whitetail, aoudad sheep, wild boar, axis deer, sika, fallow deer and exotics. The hunter’s lodge

Cheyara Canyon Ranch 1,300± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Real County v Reagan Wells

and a bunkhouse are strategically located near the entrance to the ranch, overlooking a large lake while shadowed by the surrounding hills. $2,250/acre. Call John McFadin for additional information/appointment, 830 966-6112 or 800 850-7752 (toll free).

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A blend of rustic and contemporary features the preserved gun ports and magnificent fixtures make this five-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath home on 45± acres near Utopia comfortable and unique. The home incorporates a portion of an early Texas fortress using native stone, ancient timber and wood to preserve ideas and display a relic of early settlements in the Sabinal Canyon. A guest cottage, storage areas, patio, hot tub, covered porch, rock fireplace, water well, city water and central heat and air are

Historic Fort Site Central Texas v Uvalde County v Utopia

but a few of the wonderful amenities. Owner/ Broker. $1,601,950. Shown by appointment only. Brandon Bownds 830 966-6111 and John McFadin 830 966-6112.

Live Water Ranch

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These 126± acres with 2,000+ feet along the beautiful Sabinal River feature strong springs, two nice homes and abundant native and exotic game. This property is currently agriculture and tax exempt and offers farm, ranch or recreational opportunities. The property may be divided. Call John McFadin at 830 966-6112.

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This historically recognized live water paradise offers 422± feet of deep Sabinal River frontage. Along with 3.022± acres, enjoy Ipe wood decks overlooking fabulous water, six bedrooms, six baths, covered porches, screened-in porches and three fireplaces. With its location in the heart of the Hill Country, 10 minutes south of Lost Maples State Natural Area between beautiful Utopia and Vanderpool, the Stagecoach River House has many possibilities to be an upscale recreational family retreat, corporate retreat, bed and breakfast or hotel. $699,000. Call Brandon Bownds at 830 966-6111.

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Curry Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country Kendall County v Kendalia

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Featuring 196± acres of great fields, this gorgeous property has spectacular views, both sides of cypress-lined Curry Creek, 1.5± miles of road frontage and the potential for division. Priced to sell.

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These 600± acres on the Guadalupe River offer three miles of river frontage, beautiful views, coastal fields, good grounds for a horse property, great hunting and potential as a recreational ranch.

Approximately nine miles out of Boerne and Boerne schools, this is one of the best properties on the market. This one-of-a-kind property won’t last long, has no restrictions and may be divided.

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Now available! Located 10 minutes from downtown Boerne, these 105± unbelievable acres have the most serene views in the Hill Country. Designed with a Mediterranean setting, the 4,500-square-foot main house features three bedrooms, three and a half baths, a magnificent Keith Zarrs-designed pool with tropical appointments, a large and open gourmet kitchen, exercise room, two offices and a large, furnished cabana. This property has it all: views, water, horse facilities, exotics, whitetail and a great location. Don’t miss this one!

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Offering 46± acres on the Guadalupe River, this property has great fields, beautiful oaks, a wonderful building site and 800'± of river frontage. This beautiful piece of property is priced to sell and won’t last long.

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Diamond W Ranch Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Johnson City

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Fife River Ranch, about two hours northwest of Austin and San Antonio, is 828 acres with almost two miles of frontage on the legendary Colorado River. This fine ranch offers fields, scattered live oaks, bull mesquite, brushy draws teeming with deer and turkey and superb dove hunting. $2,900,000.

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Diamond W Ranch, near Austin and San Antonio, is 516 acres of manicured, oak-studded, rolling land with a spring-fed creek, giant vistas, excellent improvements plus healthy populations of deer and turkey. Near prized Fredericksburg, this turn-key offering is valued at $6,250,000.

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Indian Spring features 536 acres of the most exotic, Sedona-like Hill Country land available, with massive granite slabs and spires punctuated by flowing springs and creeks, and is only 14 miles from sought-after Fredericksburg on pavement. The offering is valued at $4,260,000.

Wasp Creek Estate Texas Hill Country Kendall County v Boerne

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Wasp Creek Estate, seven miles from Boerne, is 48.5 acres of premier, groomed Hill Country land with one-third-mile of both sides of cypresslined Wasp Creek, featuring falls, shoals and deep swimming holes. An exquisite homesite overlooks the fields and creek bottom. $1,275,000.

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Pecan Spring Ranch Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

Mailtrail Valley Ranch Texas Hill Country v Edwards & Val Verde Counties v Rocksprings

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Pecan Spring Ranch, near prized Fredericksburg just west of Austin, is 663 acres of manicured,

Mailtrail Valley Ranch, west of San Antonio, is 12,393 acres of classic Edwards Plateau hills rolling Hill Country that include a fishing lake, and canyons, bisected by a wide, grassy valley that features giant oaks and brush perfect for spring-fed swimming hole, monster views and deer, turkey and birds. The classic ranch headquarters includes a comfortable home, barns, abundant deer and turkey. The site lies at end pens and outbuildings. $9,480,000.

of paved road and is offered for $3,150,000.

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W3 Bar Ranch, in cattle country just 45 miles southeast of San Antonio, is 50% groomed, highly productive cattle showplace and 50% world-class whitetail deer hunting in oak and hickory forests. The centerpiece is a fabulous, 5,000-square-foot Spanish villa. This offering is valued at $4,500,000.

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Barksdale Springs, west of San Antonio, is 1,834 acres of spectacular hills and canyons that house 11 known springs and abut 1.5 miles of a river-like creek. 300 acres of oak and pecan-studded bottoms house incredible populations of axis and whitetail deer, plus hordes of wild turkey. $5,000,000.

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There is lots of beautiful live water on this ranch! Both sides of Sycamore Creek, Sacatosa and Turkey Creek also run through the property. There are a couple of water wells, electricity, water troughs, mostly high fencing and tons of exotics: aoudad, blackbuck, axis, scimitar-horned oryx and barasingha. There are feeders and blinds, a party cabana and 35± acre Lonesome Dove Lake. This is also very good whitetail deer country.

Yoas Ranch 3,862 Acres

South Texas v Kinney & Val Verde Counties v Del Rio

Sutton County Ranch 4,635 Acres

Blanco Creek Ranch

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Texas Hill Country v Uvalde County v Concan

This 1,208± acre Blanco Creek Ranch offers a beautiful live creek in the gorgeous Texas Hill

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Country between Utopia and Sabinal, Texas, near Concan and the famous Garner State Park.

This ranch offers just about everything a ranch Dramatic hills with 15-mile views, two comfortable ranch houses, a metal barn, many colorful could offer! There are homes on the ranch hardwoods, lush valleys, great hunting, big neighbors and creek fishing complete this property to provide privacy and comfort for friends,

one hour west of San Antonio. This one has it all!

family, clients or hunting guests. There is lots of game, including native whitetail deer, axis deer and loads of wild turkey. There are lots of oak trees, mesquite and much of the brush you would find on a high-end ranch in South Texas covering the landscape. Given the road

Lake Amistad Ranch

2,000 Acres to 12,000 Acres Mexico v Coahuila v Acuna

frontage and the spread out locations of the improvements, this ranch can be sold as two individual outstanding ranches.

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offer. This ranch has over 15 miles of lake frontage on Lake Amistad, which is currently recognized as the top bass lake in the world! Enjoy easy access to the United States, only 10 minutes by boat across the lake. The ranch is a proven producer of trophy whitetail and a great quail ranch.

Owner will divide the ranch with financing available.

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Sycamore Creek Ranch 2,551 Acres to 9,100 Acres

South Texas v Val Verde County v Del Rio

Llano River Ranch 112 Acres

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Texas Hill Country Kimble County v Junction

In the heart of the Texas Hill Country, only 50 miles northwest of Kerrville, these 112± acres, with 1,400± feet of beautiful Llano River, front on Highway 377. Awesome bluffs with breathtaking building sites and views overlook the river, which offers a good combination of accessible water with soothing shallow rapids and deep blue-green water for fishing or

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This ranch is available for the first time in many years. There is plenty of quality wildlife for year-round entertainment and even the potential to offer a few limited hunts to the public to

canoeing. This is truly an outdoor paradise with whitetail deer, axis deer, turkey and hogs, plus bass and catfish in the river. $6,950 per acre.

help generate some revenue. The water on the ranch for south Texas may be second to none.

Not very often have we seen water of this magnitude in south Texas. The improvements are outstanding, but the ranch is not over built. When you consider the acreage of this ranch with the improvements, the water and the wildlife, it’s hard to beat the Sycamore Creek Ranch. This ranch can be sold in up to three incredible recreational and hunting ranches!

Catorce Ranch

Terrell County Ranch

2,188 Acres

8,594± Acres

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Located in Southwest Texas, in Terrell County between Dryden and Sheffield, Texas, this excellent ranch has good numbers of whitetail, turkey, quail and some mule deer. There is a good variation of topography: 2,300’ scenic hills, great protein brush habitat for deer, wide valleys with soil and heavy brush. There are two ranch houses, three water wells and big scenic canyons. $300 per acre.

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This very secluded, low-fenced ranch provides unlimited hunting capability, wedged in between very large neighbors! The turn-key deal has great improvements, including a lodge, barn, pool, four water wells, five food plots, deer blinds, feeders, tractor and implements, lodge furniture and hunting vehicles. There are four nice lakes on the ranch for fishing and bird hunting. Chaparosa Creek passes through the property and offers great potential for more water development. The

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Sandy Creek Game Ranch Central Texas v Lavaca County v Garwood

Located west of Garwood, this well-maintained, 433+-acre, high-fenced ranch has easy access to Houston. The property is loaded with improvements and amenities, including a completely renovated 1,800-square-foot, four-bedroom ranch house with an attached 2,000-square-foot entertainment deck. A large live creek with three stabilized crossings, multiple ponds stocked with catfish and bass, an elaborate interior network of gravel roads and towering oak and pecan trees throughout the property, all enclosed with a high game fence, make this a sportsman’s paradise. This location features an abundance of wildlife, including turkey and several types of deer. Also located on the extensive acreage is an authentic log cabin with hand pump and water well; multiple Austin Chalk pavilions with full utilities; a 30' by 40' steel building with roll-up doors, walk-in cooler and deer cleaning pad; many deer feeders and stands, water wells, two 5-acre food plots, bald eagle’s nest and a gun range. $2,900,000.

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Live Oak County Game Ranch

3,420 Acres

South Texas v Live Oak County v Simmons

Live Oak County Game Ranch ranks as one of the finest hunting facilities in South Texas.

Comprised of 3,420 acres, the ranch supports magnificent populations of Lee Wheeler South Texas deer and trophy axis deer and includes 1,100 acres groomed for first-class quail hunting.

Numerous amenities truly define this ranch as a turn-key facility. The state-of-the-art main lodge features 8,320 completely furnished square feet. Two fully furnished modular homes provide a total of 12 bedrooms and eight and one-half baths servicing the ranch. Numerous outbuildings, ranch and hunting trucks, John Deere tractors with equipment, Mattarelli trap equipment, bulk grain and gasoline storage and much, much more convey with the property.

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These 405 rolling acres between Richards and Anderson offer a 75' by 50' metal shop on a slab with two overhead doors and two main doors.

Well and power are in place. Fenced and crossfenced with lots of roll to the land, the property has hay pasture, wooded areas, long paved frontage on two sides and great homesites with grand views over the rolling pastures and scattered mature oak trees. $2,026,950.

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Lazy D

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Totaling 226 acres, Lazy D Ranch is set up perfectly to make it your own with great

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These 309 acres of horse and cattle country midway between Bryan/College Station and Huntsville offer frontage on two major highways and two county roads, two hay pastures with Johnson grass and Jiggs, new fencing and a lake. The Farm is a performance horse training facility with barns, horse walker, round pen and turnouts. The lighted, timed-event arena features an announcer’s stand and a large

pastureland, a 3+-acre lake, brick home, barns, covered area for contestants and spectators. The main residence dates from the 1880s and offers three storage buildings, 3,000+ feet of paved frontage bedrooms and three full baths, central air conditioning and heating, 11' ceilings, wainscoting and oak and even more on a forest service road. This and pine wood flooring. A guesthouse completes the amenities of this outstanding ranch. $2,200,000. ranch has all the elements to develop a rural showplace. $1,356,000.

Prairie Home Ranch Established 1967

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This amazing 663-acre cattle ranch between Damon and West Columbia has a 30' by 50' metal building with a 600-square-foot upstairs apartment, half-bath and a laundry downstairs. The fully insulated shop offers two overhead doors, a 15' work bench, halogen lights, 500' water

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good rock road with an automatic gate at the entrance leads to the shop and working pens.

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Working pens consist of a long covered chute, galvanized gates and overhead bows. There is

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well with 4" submersible pump and convertible generator power with the flip of a switch. A

good duck hunting on two ponds by Ducks Unlimited, two windmills, an additional 4" water within a short drive of Houston and still reasonably priced.

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This dazzling custom home close to Lake Conroe on 28.6 unrestricted acres includes four bedrooms, three and one-half baths, a two-story den, rock fireplace, island kitchen, several patios overlooking the pool and spa and a cabana with large rock fireplace. There is a two-bedroom, onebath guesthouse, a large pond, scattered trees, a metal barn and an open-air pavilion. $995,000.

M&S Ranch

Cutters Dream Farms

Southeast Texas v Walker County v New Waverly

Central Texas M&S Ranch features 48 acres ready for you and your animals. The 3,200-square-foot ranch home, Waller County v Hempstead

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built in 1999, has three bedrooms, two and one-half baths, an office and an extra room off the These 55± acres out of the Nine Bar Ranch master bedroom. There is a six-stall horse barn with office and half-bath, a hay/equipment barn, cattle pens and pastures for horses and cattle, all with water and power. An 8-acre lake is stocked with bass, catfish and perch. $1,200,000.

near Hempstead offer an eight-stall barn, office, storage, half-bath, concrete aisle, extra parking and seven paddocks, six with loafing sheds separated by alleyways. A paneled

Country Lodge Southeast Texas v Montgomery County v Montgomery

round pen and arena are also included. An adorable two-bedroom, one-bath home has wood-plank floors and a front porch. Other features include an equipment shed, dog kennels, pond and a large hay pasture. This ranch is conveniently located off Highway 6, less than five miles from Highway 290.

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half baths, a great room with aspen vaulted ceilings and two-story stone fireplace, a two-bedroom,

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one-bath apartment above the three-car garage and a swimming pool with spa. Welcome for horses

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Lago Vista Ranch

Texas Metroplex v Grayson County v Whitesboro In a prime location north of Dallas, this Austin stone and brick home sits on 160 acres with a 10acre stocked lake plus two additional lakes and large storage barn. The four-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath home is adjoined by an office suite or apartment for a total of 4,700+ square feet.

Off the master bedroom, a large balcony overlooks the 10-acre lake. This is an excellent fishing, horse or cattle property with abundant wildlife. Offered at only $2,450,000. Contact Alicia Hipps 214 698-1736 (office) or 214 542-8376 (cell). Visit www.greatpropertiesoftexas.com.

Hoffman International Properties Alicia Hipps 214 542-8376 cell 214 698-1736 Dallas 903 569-6966 Mineola 859 253-9696 Lexington 972 217-1613 Ovilla alicia@greatpropertiesoftexas.com www.MagnificentProperties.com

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Texas Metroplex v Cooke County v St. Joe This 430-acre showplace ranch is in a prime location in Cooke County, just north of the Dallas/Fort

Worth

Metroplex.

Renowned

architect Frank Welch designed this Hill Country-style home to take advantage of the spectacular views. With 1.5 miles of sandy beach frontage on the Red River, this worldclass equestrian ranch has indoor/outdoor arenas, deluxe show barns, offices, crossfenced with 14 pastures and excellent fishing and wildlife. The covered arena is 220' by 110', and the show barn is 120' by 40' and 60' by 40' with 16 stalls. There is a 10-stall training barn, a 20-stall mare motel, a 60' covered round pen, a 60' by 40' hay barn, a party pavilion with fire pit, bar and his and her baths and a deluxe foreman’s home. The main home is 10,000 square feet of incredible construction, featuring six bedrooms, seven baths, two powder rooms, huge rooms, including a 30' by 27' living room, a 24' by 17' dining room, 20' by 17' study, a 30' by 23' upstairs living room, high ceilings and a wonderful flow for entertaining. Prime potential for dude ranch or an opportunity to own one of the finest ranches in northern Texas.

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River Haven is a peaceful gated equestrian community located in Navasota just an hour’s drive from Houston. Enjoy miles of scenic riding and hiking trails, the fun of kayaking down the Navasota River or family gatherings on the common lakes, outdoor entertainment facilities and waterfront pavilions. 5 to 20-acre riverfront, creekfront and waterfront lots are available in this secluded retreat of diverse landscapes and unspoiled terrain. River Haven offers an idyllic getaway from the city, a place

Navasota River Haven Central Texas v Grimes County v Navasota

to savor the quiet solitude of a sunset. With underground utilities and concrete streets, River Haven is conveniently located between College Station, Brenham and Houston.

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Enjoy and reflect on the beauty of nature’s gifts on this lush 80-acre cattle ranch in scenic Grimes County. A lazily winding driveway meanders through improved pastures and over one of the four lakes before reaching a graceful 4,710-square-foot country home built in 2005. The home blends in keeping with the surrounding countryside, and offers cathedral

Tranquil Country Refuge Central Texas v Grimes County v Anderson

ceilings, formals, large porches and familyfriendly spaces. Grand old oaks dot the gently rolling terrain, and wildlife abounds amidst the grazing cattle. A new barn along with cattle pens and airline cable fencing complete the ranch’s amenities. This is a rare find in the sought-after gently rolling hills of Anderson. $1,360,000.

Southern Grimes County Navasota Realty Nancy Perry 502 S. La Salle Navasota, TX 77868

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This beautiful 55-acre property offers road frontage on FM 1774 and CR 354 near the well-known Texas Renaissance Festival. Featuring mature magnolia trees, hardwoods scattered over the pasture, a wet-weather creek, public water access, as well as an existing well and barns, the possibilities are endless for this unique property. If your vision is a private ranch oasis or you appreciate the multiple opportunities for future investment or development, this corner parcel located close to The Woodlands, Magnolia and Houston is a real discovery. Possible to divide. $900,000.

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Strategically located on the truck route next to the industrial park in Navasota, this great 82-acre investment property has loads of potential. Only one mile off of Highway 6 and Highway 105, the property has city utilities and over a mile of road frontage on three sides. The railway borders the other side. Currently under use for agriculture, industrial development is nearby, and the property is within 60 miles of Houston, 25 miles to College Station and 45 miles to Conroe. Will divide. $1,230,000.

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Escape to this tranquil country property and a cabin nestled on the edge of the woods.

Majestic hardwoods are scattered throughout the rich pastures, while wildlife flourishes in the wooded areas. Picture yourself fishing in one of the two ponds or having coffee and watching the sunrise filter through the trees.

Whether you are searching for a weekend getaway or you just have your heart set on building a permanent ranch home, don’t overlook this gem. $600,000.

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features rolling terrain and a live spring-fed creek. The newly built home is settled part way up the hill, presenting panoramic views

Southern Charm 39+ Acres

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of the large native pecans, wildlife and the serene solitude of nature. The home features a large wraparound porch, open living area and granite counters. A newly constructed barn on a slab with electric and water in place furnishes space for a workshop or equipment.

A great place for horses or cattle, this property is a short 45 minutes to Houston. $499,000.

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This is a nice property just off of FM 1774 between the towns of Plantersville and Anderson in Grimes County. It currently has 15 acres under hay production and is fenced and cross-fenced with a barn, pens and squeeze chute. There are several great locations for a new home on the higher elevations or near the live creek meandering through the back of the property. Improved pastures and rolling terrain complete the picture, less than 30 minutes to Conroe or Navasota. $349,900.

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Located just three miles outside of Devine on Highway 3176, one mile from IH-35, this turn-key property is ready to use for hay farming, grazing, feeding and stocking. There are fantastic dove hunting, improved grasses under nine pivot irrigators, flat to gently rolling and with good sand and sandy loam soil, two large irrigation wells, BMA water canals, two creeks and two other domestic wells. There are five houses on the property, including a nice foreman’s house and four hand’s houses.

Large barns, pens with concrete troughs and a large stocked lake complete this incomeproducing package.

Dry Hollow Creek Ranch 473.5 Acres

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596 Acres of Hay and Grazing South Texas v Atascosa County v Jourdanton

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This great find in South Texas offers four water wells, two barns and great coastal Bermuda.

Perfect for a hay and cattle grazing operation, this property features great bird hunting, paved road frontage and county road access. Pipe working pens and a large irrigation well make this place ideal for a cattleman.

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Located just five minutes from downtown Kerrville, this is a rare opportunity to own one of Kerrville’s finest properties with beautiful building sites with true 360-degree views, large stocked lakes and huge hardwood trees. With access from Bandera and Medina Highways, this Hill Country showplace would make an amazing development or personal residence. Wildlife includes great whitetail deer, native game birds and free-roaming exotics. Contact Doug or Jason Evans.

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These 18.06 acres with 940+ feet of Guadalupe River frontage offer beautiful building sites over-

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looking the river, great grasses and hardwood trees. Located just minutes from Ingram or Kerrville, this is a great family recreational property with hunting, fishing and swimming.

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combines some top livestock production and some exceptional mule and whitetail deer plus great quail and turkey hunting. Then, add water.

The result is one super productive ranch with enormous irrigation water, pivot irrigation, an exceptional home plus much more.

Fish Creek Ranch 1,521 Acres

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Northwest Texas v Runnels Co. v Abilene

A nice blend of live oak, cedar, mesquite and open grassland provides excellent habitat for whitetail deer, turkey, quail and dove. Added features include a nice home with large deck and patio, two hunting cabins, a horse barn and numerous ponds, many stocked with fish.

Pinto Creek Ranch 2,578 Acres

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nearly two miles of this property's east boundary. There is beautiful pecan/live oak bottomland along this large, spring-fed creek.

Located approximately 11 miles southwest of Brackettville, this scenic ranch has diverse topography with big draws and large live oaks.

Enjoy excellent whitetail hunting, some axis, quail and dove. The ranch features all-native pasture, concrete water reservoir and trough.

This property is extremely scenic and a mustsee! A real bargain!

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Located 14 miles west of Menard, Texas, this 3,164-acre ranch is absolutely beautiful.

This property has a ranch house, one well, a building with a large cement slab and perimeter fencing that varies from the typical ranch. This scenic ranch has a gently rolling terrain with live oaks, mesquite and brush for wildlife. There are several beautiful building sites overlooking the San Saba River. The ranch has a magnificent show of 1.1 miles of frontage on the San Saba River, a partially

deep river. This ranch is blessed with an abundance of deer, wild turkey, wild hogs and dove, making it a hunter’s paradise. There is great fishing and swimming from the shores of the San Saba River. If you are looking for a recreational, hunting or getaway place, you should see this magnificent grandfather of a ranch. This ranch has a reputation for great fishing, great hunting and is an exceptional working cattle ranch.

Blackjack Ranch Texas Hill Country Mason County v Mason

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This ranch has 401 acres of the most beautiful Mason County countryside available. Located just eight miles north of the historic, shopfilled square of Mason, Texas, this ranch boasts a variety of timber, such as post oak, blackjack, live oak, mesquite and native brush. There are fabulous views, two wet-weather creeks and several draws and tanks, including one very large tank. Additionally, there is a modest, clean, two-bedroom, one-bath cabin/home with wood stove, old barn and two wells. The property is fenced and cross-fenced with paved access off RR 386. The ranch is ideal for cattle grazing, horses or hunting. Deer, hogs and

Cow Creek Ranch

turkey are abundant. The ranch can be sold in

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This 3,034-acre ranch has an older rock cabin with a loft, four wells with pumps and three beautiful live creeks, as well as numerous springs. This ranch is diverse with deep canyons and broad mesas. There are many different types of trees and brush, but is predominantly covered with live oak and cedar. The cedar was controlled in the 1960s; therefore, there is very little black-capped vireo and golden-cheeked warbler habitat. There are tremendous views of the surrounding area

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that include distant views of Lake Travis and Marble Falls. This is a beautiful ranch that is approximately 45 minutes from Austin. It is private and offers excellent hunting for deer, feral hogs and turkey.

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This gorgeous 60.73±-acre estate on Sabinal River, near Lost Maples State Park in Vanderpool, offers 1,200' on each side of the Sabinal River, numerous springs and three ponds. This prime listing is rich in Indian artifacts, fantastic views, great access, fishing and hunting. A three-bedroom, threebath, 3,800±-square-foot residence has two fireplaces. $1,495,000.

287± Acres Near Tarpley Central Texas v Medina County v Tarpley

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These 287± acres near Tarpley in Medina County have a rock and cedar cabin with central air and heat and a water well with a rocked storage tank. Turkey, quail, whitetail and axis deer, as well as feral hogs have been seen on the property. There are several food plots, two earthen tanks, and the blinds and feeders convey with the sale. $2,450 per acre.

ranch with endless possibilities would make a great turn-key working/hunting ranch or recreational property. Improvements include a spacious main house and comfortable guesthouse, each with separate utilities in place, including two wells. The property is

Hill Country Estate North of Leakey

fenced and cross-fenced with holding pens,

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room. Most equipment and tools convey.

workshop, tack room, pole barn and processing Under an approved wildlife management plan, the ranch has ample food plots, water troughs and several earthen tanks for abundant freeroaming native and exotic game. Great hunting, access and an agricultural tax valuation make this ranch a great buy. $544,900.

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These 21± acres feature a gated and rocked entry and concrete driveway leading to the incredibly elegant three-bedroom, three-bath custom rock home, plus separate guesthouse. A huge metal

Pioneer Real Estate Shirley Shandley, Broker

barn has a concrete floor and living quarters. The property encompasses both sides of a dammed

698 Hwy 83 South Leakey, TX 78873

creek and fronts Highway 83. The home is filled with high-quality amenities, including ornate

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high ceilings and trim work and a beautiful gourmet kitchen with granite countertops. Enjoy all this and views of the surrounding hills! $989,500.

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Built in 1883, this Hill Country mansion has a magnificent history and has been featured in several television programs, magazines and numerous newspaper articles. The “Norton Mansion” (as it has always locally been known) is one of the nicest homes in Llano County and the Hill Country. Built by a mineral wildcatter in the 1880s, is it certainly one of the most unique, historic and colorful—as it was intended. There are 60 beautiful acres with more adjoining acreage available, two ponds, unique granite outcroppings and a hilltop site overlooking

The Norton-Patten Mansion

the entire town of Llano. It has served many purposes, but is now at its most prestigious and

Texas Hill Country v Llano County v Llano

majestic state. The home boasts three bedrooms,

three baths, three interior fireplaces, multiple spectacular chandeliers, huge baseboards, oversized doors, windows to the floor, a wonderful big kitchen, formal living room with a fireplace, sitting room, large formal dining room, game room, utility room, plenty of storage, custom pressed-tin 12' ceilings, incredibly thick walls, massive cut-granite foundation, 1,800 square feet of porches, observation deck/roof patio, rock patio with fireplace, three-car detached garage, two strong water wells and storage system, a small barn and working pens, several interior/cross fences (wood, barbed and mesh), a water trough in each pasture, huge ancient live oaks, post oaks, towering cedars and pomegranate trees. Asking price $1,500,000. Give Tory B. Virdell a call at 325 423-4237 if you are looking for something as special as this! A virtual tour is available at www.virdellrealestate.com/virtualtours/norton.

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Breathtaking views from several possible homesites await you from this gorgeous 470±-acre ranch in the Pontotoc/Field Creek area of northwest Llano County and southwest San Saba County.

Perfect for horses, it features two wells, two electric meters, three stock tanks, gorgeous live and post oaks, persimmon, mesquite and bee brush for wildlife, several pastures of improved grasses, seasonal creeks, some granite outcroppings, perimeter and cross-fencing and excellent hunting!

Asking price is $3,850 per acre. Contact Kathy Beckham at 325 423-0252 for more information and an appointment to see this beautiful ranch!

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Imagine relaxing after a long day in your own heated pool or hot tub, enjoying a wonderful sunset and a 360-degree view of the gorgeous Llano Hill Country. This beautiful custom

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ranch, which combines rugged terrain with some open areas. Built in 2001, this single-story, white limestone home features a metal roof, pecan wood floors in the dining/entry areas, three bedrooms, two and a half baths, a dream kitchen with

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slab granite countertops and island, ceramic tile floor, distressed alder cabinets and stainless steel

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appliances. It also offers a great master bedroom area that opens onto its own foyer that leads to a slate-covered back porch area that is fully screened-in around a heated pool and hot tub. You

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have breathtaking views from all over the ranch, which features a large metal barn/storage, large

1000 Ford Street Llano, TX 78643

stock tank, old quarry tank, some granite outcroppings and plenty of space for improved fields.

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home is four miles south of Llano on a 155-acre

Asking price is $1,680,000. Contiguous to the ranch, 17 acres with a great arena are also available available at www.virdellrealestate.com/virtualtours/granite.

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Located at 801 Highway 59 South, this property has a large equipment shop that is approximately 160 by 60 feet. It also has a nice hunter’s lodge with a cellar, one tank and a water well. If you’re looking for a great ranch with good roads and low maintenance, this is it. Abundant with deer, hog, quail and dove, this property also includes three deer stands and four feeders. $3,000 per acre.

Excellent Property 254.98 Acres

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This property offers approximately 25% brush, improved pasture, great roads and unbelievable fences. Also, a large tank is being built close to the hunting cabin. This is a great ranch for all occasions. Whether you are looking for an area to hunt, a weekend getaway or a permanent place to reside, this is the place for you. $3,000 per acre.

Bird Hunter’s Paradise 113.31 Acres

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Along Highway 72 East and CR 152, this property is a bird hunter’s paradise! It is perfect for grazing cattle and has access to rural water for a wonderful homesite. $2,250 per acre.

Gorgeous Land 133.31 Acres

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This beautiful homesite has lush green grass, perfect for building that dream ranch house and raising cattle. The property offers great bird hunting with a small tank and is less than five minutes from IH 37. $3,000 per acre.

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Located in the shadows of Enchanted Rock, this 56.8-acre parcel is the perfect example of the term “park-like setting.” Giant oak, pecan and cedar elm trees have been trimmed, a seasonal creek could be an excellent dam site, horsefriendly soils and lots of RR 965 frontage are a few of the featured amenities. A renovated twobedroom, two-bath farmhouse provides the ideal weekend home or residence while you build your new dream home on the knoll with views of the rock and surrounding area. A 5,000square-foot shop and a 25' lean-to on both sides

Brown Ranch Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

are already in place. The shop features commercial-grade wiring and lighting, heating and an apartment inside. This is a dandy. Ask for Dennis!

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These 118 tree-covered acres about eight miles north of Fredericksburg will provide you with a prime site for your new home. This land has no improvements other than the gently rolling land and beautiful trees placed by Mother Nature.

The property features a spring, believed to be year-round, and several sites ideal for dams.

Inman Ranch Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

Perimeter fenced, the ranch offers abundant game and access via an all-weather road. Ranches like this don’t come along often. See Dennis.

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Conveniently located between Fredericksburg and Johnson City, these 43.13 acres have frontage on Highway 290 and RR 1320.

Improvements include several barns, one with a two-bedroom, two-bath apartment, horse stalls and equipment storage. Perimeter fenced and cross-fenced, the property has three ponds and a strong well. Mature tree cover and land is well-suited for horses. Call Renee or Gayle for an appointment.

Crouch Ranch Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Johnson City

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Shatzie Ranch

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Central Texas v McCullough County v Brady

On Highway 87 between Brady and Mason with 1,100' of San Saba River frontage, this is a 196acre, high-fenced game ranch. It has a four-bedroom, three-bath lodge, a three-bedroom, two-bath guesthouse, party house and a large ranch shop with processing room. Most furnishings convey.

All feeders, four-wheelers and game and ranch equipment will also convey. There is lots of cover for the game, trees and several ponds. Ask Dennis for a showing.

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This ranch lies in northern Webb County, east of I-35 in the heart of the trophy buck, big ranch country. It has gently rolling terrain and two large draws, which have pot holes in wetter times. A good mix of thick native brush throughout the ranch provides browse and cover for wildlife. Improvements include a 1,670-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bath

12,000 Acres

cinder block ranch house on slab with central heat and air and an attached carport, a 40' by

South Texas v Webb County v Laredo

30' metal barn with 40' by 20' shed on slab, 30'

by 45' hunting lodge with outside pavilion and other outbuildings. Two water wells and 12 stock tanks provide water. One is 15 acres in size. There are good roads, senderos and large neighbors. Deer, turkey, feral hog, dove, quail and other small game are abundant.

1,600-Acre Ranch Central Texas v Freestone County v Fairfield

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This premier 1,600-acre recreational and cattle ranch is conveniently located between Houston and Dallas just off I-45. Live water creeks cross the gentle rolling hills along with 20 springs,

2,834 Acres

eight water wells and 20 stock ponds, including a 35-acre waterfowl habitat engineered by Ducks West Texas v Val Verde County v Del Rio Unlimited. Native grasses and woods provide excellent habitat for the large deer population. This end-of-the-road, high-fenced game ranch

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Oaks are scattered throughout the meadows of improved grasses, providing excellent forage for lies about 50 miles north of Del Rio, about cattle and scenic building sites. Improvements include an owner’s weekend cottage, caretaker’s five miles off of a major highway via county

home, guesthouses, working metal corrals, offices, barns, sheds and miles of cross fencing. There road and deeded easement. The terrain is are deer, duck, dove, bobcat, feral hog and ponds stocked with bass and crappie. This ranch is a rugged hills with heavy game cover. There great recreational and cattle ranch with lots of wildlife and beauty to boot.

are two nice, furnished mobile homes, two storage sheds, 13 hunting blinds, 13 corn feeders, seven protein feeders, over 12 miles of high fencing, two breeder traps, ranch roads, power, four header tanks, three water wells and two water storage reservoirs with water piped to 10 water troughs around the ranch for wildlife. Wildlife is abundant. There are whitetail deer, axis deer, red deer, elk, aoudad sheep, turkey, quail and dove. This is

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Central Texas v Hamilton County v Hamilton

This ranch is located in the rolling hills east of Hamilton and has county road frontage. The property has a number of outstanding live oak motts, mesquite and red-berry cedar. Crystal clear Fornash Creek crosses the place for about .25 mile. The creek area is heavily wooded with large live oak, sycamore and willow. Three stock tanks, a water well and three small spring-fed creeks, which run in wetter months, provide water for livestock, deer, turkey, dove and quail. This ranch has an abundance of bobwhite quail. In addition to being a very pretty place, this ranch has an excellent turf of climax grasses and forbs, which make for good cattle grazing and wildlife habitat.

an excellent turn-key hunting ranch.

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562± Acres San Saba River Ranch

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Central Texas v San Saba County v San Saba

One-of-a-kind and beautiful are two ways to describe this ranch located on approximately

200± Acres Mountaintop Ranch Texas Hill Country Llano County v Llano

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This is a beautiful Hill Country ranch with all the first-class views you could ask for. Great dream home building sites are not hard to

4,600 feet of the San Saba River. Just 10 miles west of San Saba on Highway 190, this ranch has excellent potential for both the recreational buyer and investor. The ranch has been fenced on three sides and has nicely improved pasture with pecan bottoms along the river. Dry Creek runs through the property, allowing for excellent topography changes with live oak tree cover along the banks. Excellent hunting includes: whitetail deer, turkey, native varmints, dove and quail, not to mention excellent fishing along the river. This size property in San Saba County on the river is hard to come by. If you are looking for a live water ranch in the Hill Country, this is definitely a must-see! Will divide.

find on this 200-acre ranch between Llano and historic Fredericksburg. The interior roads of this mountainous ranch are in good condition and allow access throughout 90% of the property. There is a water well on the property and a good pond, plus other possible pond sites. This is an excellent deer hunting location, with a nestled hunter’s cabin on the property. A great piece of the Hill Country with great views and great location, this would make an excellent hunting ranch or retirement property.

Llano River Ranch Texas Hill Country v Llano County v Castell

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Approximately two miles from Castell on CR 104 on the beautiful Llano River, this rare 300-acre ranch offers .25± miles of rippling channels that run between granite outcroppings along the river and very nice rolling Hill Country with breathtaking panoramic views, beautiful live oaks and post oaks. The ranch has been fenced and cross-fenced, and Elm Creek runs through the center of the property. This would be an ideal ranch to build your dream home with all the extras to make this your own personal paradise. Come take a look because this one won’t last long. Call for more details.

Terry Wootan, Broker 830 285-5711 cell Joe David Yates, Assoc.

512 567-3036 cell 325 247-5711 office 325 247-3052 fax 506 West Young Llano, TX 78643 court@moment.net www.TerryWootanRealEstate.com

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216± Acres - China Pond Ranch Texas Hill Country v Llano County v Llano

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China Pond Ranch is located approximately 2.5 miles West of Llano on Highway 29 to Highway 71. The property is loaded with potential for hunting, horse or cattle with large live oaks, whitetail deer and other native wildlife. There are three wells located on the ranch and an

excellent potential lake site. Pick from the scenic building sites throughout the 216 acres for a perfect homesite that’s secluded, yet close to the convenience of town. Come take a look!

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Coming Home!

Texas Hill Country v Blanco Co. v Blanco

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The attractive iron-gate entrance is just part of the allure. Pulling into your circle drive, you will see a lovely two-story brick home with four bedrooms, two baths, a den that serves as a media room, porches, fantastic views, gazebo and a 1,500-square-foot RV/workshop/storage building. There is an RV pad with electricity, water, sewer and sprinkler system. This package is one of the nicest in the Blanco area.

Gorgeous 519 Central Texas Acres Central Texas v Coryell County v Gatesville

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What a showplace! Sitting just outside Gatesville, Texas, this place comes with three residences, two gated entrances, four ponds, game fencing, abundant wildlife, fields for hay or food and much more.

It could be a private ranch, developer’s dream, corporate retreat or income producer. The 12,540square-foot two-story mansion has a winding stairway, 23' ceiling, seven bedrooms, five full baths (three with Jacuzzis), three fireplaces and two balconies. The owner’s residence is a 3,500-square-foot

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Imagine enjoying that morning cup of coffee in

five bedroom, three- and one-half-bath home with two gas fireplace heaters, office, sunroom, three- your private courtyard while watching the deer car attached garage and more. Let’s not forget the nice 1,200-square-foot cabin, 22' by 120' garage, and squirrels play. Or just stay inside in the 40' by 80' metal building, 100 irrigated pecan trees, 70 irrigated oak trees and so much more.

spacious great room and watch the ducks on your private pond and the blue hills miles away. There are 100+ oak-covered acres with Kentucky Creek and a fabulous custom home designed by Austin architect Jay Ferrell, built by S & W Construction of Austin and decorated by Mark Ashby Design. This secluded and serene property has all the beauty you could desire and still is only 45 minutes from San Antonio. There are not many like this one left.

I love it. You will too! $1,325,000.

62.89 Hill Country Acres Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Blanco

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These 62.89 acres are truly resplendent in natural Hill Country beauty. They are characterized by the glowing splendor of wildflowers, knee-high natural grasses and punctuated by live oak, elms and many other native Texas hardwoods. Bordered on three sides by large ranches, one in a nature conservatory, this is what Hill Country dreams are all about. Bordered on two sides by paved county roads and only 40 minutes to San Antonio or Austin, this is just the right place to leave all those “big city woes” behind. Building sites with nice long views and bright stars at night make you never want to leave! There is good soil for gardening and so many trees for shade, all down a quiet county road. What more could you want? This property is under ag valuation.

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Sombrero Ranch Central Texas v Washington County Chappell Hill

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The Sombrero Ranch encompasses 203± acres of rolling countryside just a short drive northwest of Houston in Chappell Hill, Texas. Water is plentiful year-round with New Years Creek and three ponds. High rolling terrain, sandy soil, coastal pastures, horse facilities, barns, woods, large scattered trees and numerous homesites complete this fine property.

Outpost Inn Central Texas v Fayette County v Round Top

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Featured in the book 1,000 Places to See Before You Die, this artfully restored 1880s farmstead sits on 44± acres of history. The Outpost Inn, a museum collection of 11 uniquely restored log cabins and cottages, currently operates as an award-winning bed and breakfast. It is offered turn-key, including vintage Texas and European antiques, decorations, linens, garden furnishings, farm equipment and more. There are scattered live oaks, a pond, creek and improved pastures. For more information, visit www.outpostinn.com.

Cole’s Creek Ranch Central Texas v Washington County v Washington

101 North St. Charles Brenham, TX 77833

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This 194±-acre property features extensive road frontage, a small home, scattered live oaks, heavy woods with live oak trees, two ponds, large lake and is bordered by Coles Creek. Just off Bluff Road on Coles Creek Lane, it is 90± miles northwest of Houston and 35 miles from College Station, Texas. This outstanding acreage provides privacy and numerous homesites.

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Featuring large parcels ranging from 425+ to 11,000+ acres, this is a unique opportunity to acquire a ranch to your specifications.

Approximately 23,000 acres are available in 20 ranches varying in size. The tracts can be combined to make more acreage.

Area attractions include hiking, camping or

Rancho Cazadores Hunting Ranches West Texas v Val Verde County

backpacking in the Big Bend National Park or floating down the Rio Grande River. Great fishing for trophy bass and catfish, boating or water sports can be found on beautiful Lake

Amistad near Del Rio. Osman Draw traverses the entire ranch, creating a thriving wildlife habitat. Elevations vary from 1,400' along the creek and river beds to 1,890' on the hilltops. Great views can be found throughout the property. There are five wells, several miles of pipeline, storage tanks and troughs throughout the ranch. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, the occasional mule deer, blue and bobwhite quail, dove, turkey and javelina. The ranch has been in the same family for over 40 years. Select your tract now! Call for prices.

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New on the market, this is one of the finest live water properties ever offered in the Edwards Plateau region of the Texas Hill Country. It features 423± acres of beautiful hills and valleys with over 3.5 miles of Pullium Creek frontage traversing through the ranch with clear rock bottoms and large cypress trees. Ledge Water has been owned by the same family for over 70 years. This unique property has no public access to the water from the highway for the individual who wants to own both sides of the water. Four dams are located on the ranch with sites for

Ledge Water Ranch Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Barksdale

others available. Explore the high hills with rock outcroppings, some with caves, and beautiful views of surrounding countryside. Big pecan trees abound near the creek with over 3,000 trees. Water rights of 105+ acre feet convey with the sale of the ranch, along with coastal fields and one large deep well for hay production. The property offers great hunting for whitetail deer, wild hogs, turkey and dove. Two smaller ranch houses in need of updating are located on the ranch. Currently utilized as a campground with 84 sites, electricity to 32, pavilion and bathhouse, the land has good access off of the highway with two entrances. This is a great live water property for recreation or investment. Call for your showing! $8,000,000.

Stockade Ranch Central Texas v Bastrop County

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These 420+ acres of premier ranch land near Austin are available for recreation or investment opportunity. The large brick 3,600-square-foot house with three bedrooms and three bathrooms overlooks the ranch and countryside with exceptional views. Quality and pride of ownership show throughout the ranch with the excellent condition of the ranch and improvements. A large metal horse barn with galvanized-pipe horse runs and a covered modern riding arena water. Rolling lush coastal fields abound. Manager’s housing along with equipment barns and

Kenneth & Nancy Wendland, Brokers

sheds are on the property. This ranch has been owned by the same family for over 35 years and is

P.O. Box 291157 • Kerrville, TX 78029

currently a horse, cattle and hay operation. This is a great investment opportunity to own a ranch

830 896-8410 • 888 896-1411

complement the equestrian atmosphere. Three large spring-fed lakes provide adequate livestock

of this size in Central Texas. $3,500,000.

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Living Water Ranch

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Central Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

This premier Hill Country ranch features one and one-half miles of crystal-clear Nueces River for your enjoyment. The elegant 6,000-square-foot Hill Country-style home is situated on a bluff above the river with spectacular views of distant mountains and beautiful deep holes for swimming or fishing.

Improvements include the six-bedroom, fourand one-half-bath home with two complete living areas and kitchens. There are also additional living quarters, which are set apart from the main home. On 750 acres, this property includes fertile pasture, over 1,800 native pecan trees, many huge oak trees and South Texas brush, which provides vital elements for healthy wildlife. Abundant game includes axis, whitetail, mouflon, elk, blackbuck, turkey, hog and llama. A secluded area of the ranch boasts high bluffs with caves along the river. The rock beach of this area is an excellent picnic or camping area for your family and friends. Fronting both Highway 55 and a county road for one mile, this property is ideal for a family, corporate retreat or hunting ranch. You can have it all at Living Water Ranch! $5,900,000.

Casey Realty Billy Casey, Owner/Broker P.O. Box 37 Barksdale, TX 78828

830 234-3123 office/fax caseyrealty@swtexas.net www.caseytexashillsrealty.com

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Diamond Spur Ranch Central Texas v Grimes County v Anderson

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Designed for the consummate horseman, this exceptional turn-key horse ranch offers 216 rolling acres, ponds and a lake, only one hour northwest of Houston. The ranch includes three horse barns, a six-horse walker, 160' round pen, lighted covered arena, turnout paddocks with alleys, pipe fencing and improved pastures. Main house with pool, two guesthouses, foreman’s house and trainer’s house. Half of the mineral interest and production is included. $2,600,000.

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Lovely mature trees enhance this exceptional parcel at the highly desirable Ranches of Clear

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Creek. Only an hour’s drive from Houston, this 24.59-acre property has low taxes with a wildlife Escape to the country. Centrally located to management plan and an agricultural exemption. The gated concierge ranch community includes Houston, College Station and Navasota in a full-time ranch manager, recreational amenities for property owners, covered riding arena,

rolling Grimes County, this 101+-acre property

entertainment area, two stocked fishing lakes, over five miles of groomed riding and hiking trails, offers excellent access and road frontage with a mix of timber and pastures. Features include rolling meadows, dense woodlands, a wandering creek and inspiring vistas. $369,900. a pond with fishing pier, hay pastures, electric and water to paddocks, plus homesites with power, well and septics in place. $1,060,500.

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Southeast Texas v Harris County v Hockley

In a private gated community just 45 minutes to Houston, this 10.17-acre horse farm features a custom home with five bedrooms, three and one-half baths, a two-car detached garage, detached home office, media room, open great room with fireplace, island kitchen, two-story foyer, security system, plantation shutters, crown molding and many more upgrades. The property also includes a four-stall barn, pond, fencing, cross-fencing, improved pastures, sprinkler system and koi pond with waterfall. $749,500.

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100 Acres in Bosque County Central Texas v Bosque County v Iredell

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This excellent cattle or horse property features productive sandy soil with a new stand of Tifton 85. The property will run more livestock and cut more hay than places three-times as big in the area. As a bonus, step into a completely remodeled to “same as new” ranch house. If you like them western, you’ll love this four-bedroom, two-bath home with two-car attached carport.

Wraparound porches are sure to be your favorite feature. Highlights include antique hardwood floors, western accented walls, new Jenn-Air kitchen appliances (including refrigerator), granite countertops and new Maytag Neptune washer and dryer. The new features of the home also include the entry with remote gate opener and perimeter fences. The home is surrounded by huge oak and pecan trees and is beautifully landscaped. Enjoy views, plus a stock tank and new

well, just over an hour’s driving distance from Dallas-Ft. Worth. The property has lots of paved county road frontage for investor-types, lots of deer and turkey, and all minerals owned will convey. You have to see this property to appreciate all it has to offer. The work is done, so all that is left to do is move in! Shown by appointment only to pre-qualified buyers. Check our website to take the virtual tour!

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Northwest Texas Comanche County v Gorman

Perfect for hunting, grazing and recreational uses, this beautiful, secluded 258-acre ranch features a ranch-style home, built in November 2005, and guesthouse. The cross-fenced property also includes a newly built pipe horse barn, working pens, traps and an arena. There

283-Acre Excellent Hunting Property

is a 19+-acre lake and nine tanks, plus excellent grazing and seclusion for the avid hunter amongst food plots for deer and turkey. This is truly a must-see!

Texas Metroplex Erath County v Morgan Mill

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An unbelievable 282.4-acre hunting property within one hour of Dallas-Ft. Worth offers a great combination of heavy cover and open fields with deer, turkey, dove and hogs. A recently dug large tank, filled with the recent rains, is sure to be a big draw for waterfowl.

This is a hard-to-find kind of place with great views, a remodeled weekend cabin, excellent hunting and plenty of grass to run cattle.

Home & Ranch Realty J. Bryan Davis 105 East Road Stephenville, TX 76401

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735-Acre Ranch in Northern Erath County Texas Metroplex v Erath County v Gordon

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On 735 acres snuggled in a valley of scenic northern Erath County, offering approximately 60% cover, three stock tanks and one small lake, this is a great combo ranch for hunting and livestock.

100% of minerals go with the property. There is currently production on the property with two sets of cattle pens, one double-wide mobile home, an old farmhouse and fences rated excellent to fair. The property has lots of county road frontage. There are no water wells in the area, but the property has two water taps on Barton Creek Co-op water. This ranch has huge oak trees, some mesquite and virtually no cedar.

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From spectacular vistas of red-banded mesas, to the sheer walls of Canadian River canyons, to the vastness of the big sky country, the Bell

The Bell Ranch New Mexico v San Miguel County v Tucumcari

Ranch presents investors with a once-in-alifetime opportunity to own a piece of Western heritage with a vivid history pre-dating New Mexico’s statehood by nearly a century. Equal

to the grandeur of the Bell Ranch’s 250,000 fully deeded acres are the vision and tradition that have constantly coursed through this land. Here cowboys work a breed of cattle found only at the Bell Ranch after 135 years dedicated to improving bloodlines. The ranch’s 390 square miles include steep canyons and open country for hunting dove, quail, turkey, antelope and whitetail and mule deer. The adjacent 9,600-acre Conchas Lake provides warm-water fishing opportunities as well as other recreation, with the Lake House and boat storage on the shore. The 10,832square-foot Hacienda, built in the 1930s, reflects a Southwestern vintage style. Complete with a swimming pool and tennis court, this complex was designed to entertain such Hollywood icons as Howard Hughes, Clark Gable and Shirley Temple. An 8,200' lighted airstrip and hangar are located close by for private jet access. The Ranch Headquarters is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. Discover why the deep attachment to this land by those who knew it well has kept it a wild, stunning expanse of nature. Offered at $115 million. Contact John Watson or Rye Austin.

Palo Duro Canyon Ranch Texas High Plains v Randall County

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Solitude combines with a first-class private hunting experience in the raw beauty of the Texas Panhandle at the 2,864-acre Palo Duro Canyon Ranch. Bordering the northern edge of the second largest canyon in the U.S., the landscape is a mosaic of mesquite, juniper, salt cedar, hackberry and cottonwood interspersed with native grasslands and countless wildflowers. Weather and water have sculpted the land, from Fortress Cliff on the ranch to picturesque sandstone formations in the canyon. A shared border with Palo Duro Canyon State Park creates seamless wildlife habitat and protects the landscape from future development. Keep an eye out for bobcats, roadrunners, songbirds and ringtail, and build sporting traditions for generations of family and friends with the ranch’s populations of blue and bobwhite quail, wild turkey, whitetail deer, mule deer and aoudad (Barbary sheep). A well-stocked lake provides fishing opportunities for bass and bluegill. The region is ideal for trail riding, hiking and biking. The ranch also features a stunning 7,500-square-foot ranch house, bunkhouse, barns and corrals for cattle ranching operations. A quick 25-minute drive from the ranch, Western culture permeates downtown Amarillo. The Amarillo International Airport lies just on the outskirts of town. Offered at $5.9 million. Contact Lou Cushman or John Watson.

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Retiring!

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This farm includes 1,100± adjoining acres of turn-key sugarcane production. 895± acres are in sugarcane, 50% are under three years old and 205± acres are in quality row crop farmland. All of the land is laser-leveled and irrigated (gravity concrete canals). There is an excellent cotton base/yield. The entire farm is centrally located in the lower Rio Grande Valley.

755 acres of Rio Grande Valley Sugar Growers' grinding rights are negotiable. $5,500 per acre.

Financing available. Gross income potential is $1,000,000+ annually.

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South Texas v Hidalgo County v Linn

The 677±-acre Rendon Ranch is located about eight miles north of Highway 186 on US Highway 281. Paved frontage and an electric, game-proof, illuminated entrance grace this property. Whether it’s your desire to hunt an elusive South Texas whitetail buck, exotic game or even call up a turkey, the ranch is ideal for the serious wildlife enthusiast. In addition to quality whitetail deer and wild turkey, the ranch also provides some hunting of quail, dove and blackbuck antelope. The majority of the ranch consists of dense mesquite trees with motts of native South Texas brush. A mineral feeding program is currently in place for wildlife.

Improvements include show barns, extensive pipe fencing, three water wells, a five-bedroom, four-bath brick home and much more.

Jon Cohrs P.O. Box 698 202 N. D. Salinas Blvd.

Donna, TX 78537

956 464-7355 956 330-1878 cell 956 464-3841 fax jvoncordes@aol.com www.cohrs.com

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Hunting Paradise South Texas v Kenedy County v Encino

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Located just 12 miles inside the historic King Ranch at the end of an all-weather deeded and insurable easement, this 567-acre hunter’s paradise offers trophy whitetail deer, nilgai, turkey, quail, dove, javelina, hog and duck. This unique location next to huge guarded ranches enhances wildlife populations. Deer have been carefully and selectively managed under a year-round protein feeding program. For the bird hunter in you, a semi-open terrain is ideal for bird dog use with good brush diversity on the ridges and in the motts. This is a one-of-a-kind location less than one hour from McAllen, Texas. $5,000/acre.

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Deep Creek Ranch 2,544± Acres

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Central Texas Coryell & Bosque Counties v Valley Mills Deep Creek Ranch is located in southern Bosque and northern Coryell Counties, often referred to as the northern portion of the Texas Hill Country and the heart of Central Texas.

This multi-faceted ranch features 2,544± highfenced acres of hunting Heaven, a first-class horse facility, an expansive cattle working operation and has had over 18 years of expert management. Year after year, trophies of all kinds have been selectively harvested at Deep Creek Ranch. The 2006 Texas Big Game Award for a non-typical whitetail was harvested off this ranch. This incredible new high-fenced Texas record grossed 267 3/8 B&C. Elk in the 419 B&C range have also been taken on Deep Creek. The time and effort spent in making this ranch as wildlife friendly as possible is evident when viewing the food plots, cultivated fields, protein feeder locations, forage variety and hunting blind locations. Numerous exotic species include fallow, axis, blackbuck, red lechwe, blue wildebeest, scimitar-horned oryx, aoudad sheep and elk. Hunting pressure has been light and selective to ensure large, trophyclass, healthy populations. This magnificent property is tied together with a spectacular 9,500±-square-foot main house with a lodgelike interior and trophy/great room. Deep Creek Ranch is located two hours from Dallas/ Ft. Worth, one and a half hours from Austin, two and a half hours from San Antonio and less than 40 minutes from Waco. $12,084,000.

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Rolling Hills of Houston County Northeast Texas v Houston County v Latexo

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This beautiful 95-acre tract of land is mostly open rolling pasture, traversed by a tree-lined creek, fenced and cross-fenced and contains three bodies of water, including a 1.5-acre lake. Improvements consist of a three-bedroom, three-bath brick home with updates completed: floors, countertops, paint and fireplace. Other improvements include a quaint steel frame, wood-sided, red barn, hen house, garden and orchard with pecan trees and fruit trees. The property has improved grass hayfields and red sandy loam soil. The place is in the highly acclaimed Latexo Independent School District, centrally located between Houston and Dallas. Access is via a county road; however, it is only a mile east of State Highway 19. This peaceful country area is still convenient to shopping and medical facilities in historic Crockett. Go to our website and take a visual tour; you will want to come see! $390,000.

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This hilltop home just south of Huntsville sits on 51.26 rolling acres, all fenced and cross-

fenced, so bring the livestock (and the kids), or maybe you would like to do a little hunting. This tract is partially wooded and has 18 acres of improved pastures and a pond! The custom brick home has three bedrooms, three baths, high ceilings, open-concept design, oversized dining room and a wonderful master bedroom and study. This property offers a prime location only five miles from Interstate 45. $519,500.

Selling Quality Texas Properties Since 1970 2715 11th Street Huntsville, TX 77340

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A Place to Escape!

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This incredible country gentleman’s four-bedroom, three and one-half bath home is on 9.05 fenced acres in the New Waverly area (only a short 30-minute drive from The Woodlands). With a beautifully appointed custom kitchen, soaring ceilings, excellent master suite and porches for relaxing, this is truly a dream home for you and your family! Lovely surroundings include hardwood shade trees, pond and pleasing views! $419,900.

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Circle “T” Ranch Central Texas Hamilton County v Hamilton

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This outstanding 930-acre sportsman’s ranch is located just outside of Hamilton and is one of the finest recreational ranches in Central Texas.

Designed for enjoyment and entertainment, this ranch has a lighted regulation roping/rodeo arena, an 11-acre state-of-the-art skeet range, barn, stables, shop and deer processing plant, along with a well-appointed park and pavilion.

A fine 7,500-square-foot main residence is

“casual elegance” at its best with the finest in Western furnishings, which will convey. The Circle “T” Ranch is ideal for family, friends or corporate entertaining. Nearby Hamilton Airport accommodates jet service. Stef Cobb, Bosque Division 972 989-5220.

Bosque County Deer Hunter’s Ranch

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Central Texas v Bosque County v Clifton

Enjoy the beauty of the Bosque County Hill Country on this 75-acre ranch, boasting a wellmaintained historic home, a beautiful stretch of Turkey Creek and enough cover to satisfy any avid deer hunter. This property is within four miles of Highways 6 and 219 in Clifton, and under two hours from Dallas-Fort Worth or Austin. $465,000.

Janet Jackson, Bosque Division 254 709-1187.

Superior Whitetail Deer Breeding Ranch Texas Metroplex v Parker County v Poolville

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The beauty of this 2,016-acre ranch is evidenced by the rolling hills with a mix of heavily treed areas interspersed with grassy meadows. Located only 40 minutes west of Fort Worth, this ranch has been meticulously managed to produce genetically superior whitetail deer. Improvements include first-class deer handling facilities, a boundary completely high-fenced, equipment barn with guest quarters and plenty of habitat with excellent water provided by a 35-acre lake and numerous stock tanks. The main residence is designed for enjoyment and entertainment with four bedrooms, six baths, game room, office, infinity pool with swim-up bar, cabana and driving range behind the home! Endless opportunities exist for a sportsman’s ranch, horse ranch, development, etc. Bob Inman 817 366-3850.

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Maison de Cheval Northeast Texas v Lamar County v Paris

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Paris’ finest horse ranch features one of the most beautiful 148-acre tracts of fenced pasture in North Texas. This custom brick home offers three bedrooms, three baths and two living areas, including a large great room, open kitchen, study/office, swimming pool and all the exquisite amenities you expect in a fine home. There is also a guesthouse on the grounds. For the rancher, this property is well-equipped with paddocks, loafing sheds, barn, arena and covered round pen—everything you need! Offered at $998,000. Ask for Rusty Lowe.

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These 1,085 total acres have been used for hay production over the last several years. 200 acres are

These 153+ acres include 60 acres of hardwood farmed with wheat. Featuring two small pecan orchards, this property is mostly open and offers timber at the north end of the property and the available electric and county road access. Offered at $1,700/acre. Ask for Rusty Lowe. remaining acreage in pasture with scattered oaks. There is good fencing, a nice barn, metal working pens, lots of grass, two ponds and plenty of building sites. Offered at $382,500.

Ask for Chris Harvey.

Harvey Properties, Inc. Renee Harvey - Broker

2550 Lamar Ave. • Paris, TX 75460

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Hunter’s Retreat Northeast Texas v Red River County v Clarksville

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This place has it all! The ultimate in recreation, hunting and fishing, these 878+ acres of beautiful rolling terrain with deer, hogs and turkey offer a 3,000±-square-foot cabin that overlooks the property and a 20- to 25-acre lake with trophy bass. Offered at $1,318,056. Ask for Alan Green.

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The 6J/Moore Ranch Southeast Texas v Walker County v Huntsville

You now have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to purchase a piece of ranching and paint horse history in Huntsville, Texas. The 6J/Moore Ranch paint horse operation is one of the largest breeders of performance paint horses in the world. This ranch is a paint horse dream in Huntsville, Texas and is the source of the most prolific paint horse genetics for roping, working, reining and cutting in the nation. A number of paint horses and this beautiful ranch are now available for your viewing and purchase. This ranch offers pastures, woods, lakes, views, wildlife and all necessary ranching facilities. The 6J/Moore Ranch paint horse operation is located on 480 acres, seven miles west of Huntsville and about one hour north of Houston, with one mile of paved road frontage on Bowden Road. Hidden deep in the rolling green pastures, the historic centerpiece of this ranching operation is the three-story Moore home. This beautiful home, with 8,700 square feet of living area, was built in the Colonial Revival style and was constructed in 1913 by Col. A. T. McKinney. The home was moved by current owners Floyd and Maryann Moore in 1984 from downtown Huntsville to the most beautiful hill on the ranch, overlooking a 10-acre lake. This majestic three-story home with its wide galleries and tall columns was used by First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt when she visited Huntsville in 1937. This home has been the setting of many social events and grand parties. After the home was moved, the Moores extensively restored it to reflect its history, which earned them the Huntsville Board of Realtor’s Community Revitalization Award in 1987. This beautiful working ranch and majestic historical home are must-sees for any buyer desiring peace and elegance, as well as a sense of history and grandeur.

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Davis Mountains Exclusive 19,700Âą Acres

West Texas v Jeff Davis County v Ft. Davis

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A private, end-of-the-road property in the gorgeous and exclusive Davis Mountains of West Texas, this ranch includes a near twomile drive into Madera Canyon. Dramatic elevations rise on either side of you from 3,800 to 6,300 feet. There is an excellent network of roads to travel throughout the low country and mountain hills. Crystal-clear waters run seasonally from heavy mountain drainages.

Live springs and wells carry water throughout the ranch. A historical, plantation-style 1904 home neighbors an 1868 bunkhouse, completing the refurbished and peaceful mountain homestead.

Just about 15 miles north of the famous McDonald Observatory, this area is specially selected for its midnight skies for viewing stars and relished for its crisp climate. Mule deer enjoy a twoyear protein program. Free-roaming elk, deer, blue quail, antelope, foxes, bobcats, wild turkeys and more utilize thick oaks, pines and heavy low country brush. Madera is a unique experience unequalled elsewhere in Texas for privacy, dramatic elevations and wildlife selection.

Victoria, TX

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This exquisite showplace ranch is located between San Antonio and Austin, just seven miles east of Blanco. The ranch boasts over one mile of both sides of the Blanco River,

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

several ponds, county road frontage and eight water wells, one with commercial capacity and beautiful improvements. This heirloom ranch is ideal for development. The wonderful family compound consists of a 3,000+-squarefoot 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 things missing are the memories that you’re sure to make owning this slice of heaven.

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Texas Hill Country Central Texas v Travis County v Austin

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Featuring 12.58 beautiful and secluded acres in Travis County, adjacent to Lakeway, this property offers a custom two-story home with 4,800+ square feet and a Texas-size covered porch for entertaining. The guesthouse has a living room, kitchen, two bedrooms and two baths. Horses are allowed! This is a prime development property. Offered at $2,500,000.

Contact Doris Van Trease at 512 924-0145.

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Italian Villa on Lake Travis 25 Acres

An investment opportunity in the high-growth Central Texas v Travis County v Marble Falls area in Spicewood, Texas, over 800 feet of State This rare, wonderful, fenced 25-acre estate on the main body of Lake Travis, nestled in the

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Highway 71 West, with center turn lane, front Hill Country, was designed after an Italian villa on Lake Como. The hidden oasis is private this property. Level with a slight grade, enjoy and secluded. It features an outdoor kitchen, lap pool, dock and a gentle slope down to the northwestern views of the Hill Country, the water. The unique 4,079±-square-foot villa boasts breathtaking panoramic views of the cleared with well-dispersed live oak trees. lake and Hill Country in a superb location on acreage ideal for a developer, camp or retreat.

There is subdivision, commercial or residential Offered at $2,900,000. Contact Joan Bockenkamp at 512 799-2907. development potential. Offered at $1,600,000.

Contact Catherine Darwin at 512 801-4606 or catherine@turnquistpartners.com.

Developer’s Paradise On the Colorado River 26 Acres

Central Texas v Travis County v Del Valle

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A rare opportunity for waterfront development with acreage, only minutes from Austin, this beautiful rolling terrain has 600 feet of Colorado River frontage. An abundance of mature oak trees, maple trees and other hardwoods pepper the landscape. Enjoy country living

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and Hill Country views from the 3,200±square-foot ranch home. Offered at $725,000.

Contact Suzie Hopkins at 512 799-0535.

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Circle J Ranch Central Texas v Waller County v Hempstead

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A premier 233-acre ranch with scenic rolling land, beautiful hardwood trees, pecan trees, spring-fed creek and three ponds, this property is highly improved with a 5,500-square-foot main residence, a 54' by 23' heated pool with spa, spacious patio with built-ins, a guest farmhouse and park-like grounds. There are two barns and a 6,250-square-foot metal building/shop. With frontage on Highway 290, the location offers easy access to Brenham, Bryan-College Station and Houston.

This is a one-of-a-kind property with the potential for a country retreat, horse farm, cattle ranch, etc. Offered by Waller County Land Company for $3,500,000.

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This magnificent 30.2-acre Texas horse ranch in Nine Bar East near Hempstead offers beautiful rolling terrain with extensive pipe fencing; a 3,700-square-foot, 10-stall barn with feed

30+-Acre Horse Ranch Central Texas v Waller County v Hempstead

room, tack room and out pens; a 1,300-squarefoot hay barn; four loafing sheds and pastures.

Highlighting this property is a gorgeous 8,500square-foot, two-story, five-bedroom, four- and one-half-bath home with an attached oversized four-car garage. Some of the many amenities include a gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets, Corian countertops and wraparound breakfast bar. There are three wood-burning fireplaces with gas connections, high ceilings, indirect lighting, custom built-ins, marble and ceramic tile floors, zoned air, two game rooms and a media room with built-in surround sound. The exterior features a wonderful patio area and a fabulous pool with waterfall and spa. There are concrete drives to barns, scattered hardwoods and beautiful views. It is in an upscale scenic area of Waller County and offers easy access to Highway 290 and Highway 6. Offered by Waller County Land Company for $2,600,000.

Waller County Land Company

704 10th St., Hempstead, TX 77445

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Sabinal River Frontage Texas Hill Country v Bandera Co. v Utopia

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These beautiful 55 acres offer an unbelievable 3,000' of the gorgeous Sabinal River with an ancient cypress tree grove with some of the largest cypress on the Sabinal River. Located in Bandera County, five miles north of Utopia with Highway 187 frontage, this is a nice combination of open areas, huge oak tree groves, cypress groves, cedar thickets and grasslands abundant with whitetail, axis deer and turkey. This property is gated with a gravel road that gives easy access down to the river. This property offers several great homesites and power. $1,058,110.

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Featuring the lowest prices in Gillespie County, choose from 10 unique ranches offering tremendous views with great building sites, gorgeous live oak and Spanish oak forests, shin oak and cedar thickets for game, rocky creeks, plus great hunting and birding. All are close to Kerrville and Fredericksburg with paved county road access. 119 acres, $654,500; 134 acres, $623,100; 142 acres, $695,800; 133 acres, $651,700; 125 acres, $581,250; 133 acres, $658,350; 107 acres, $556,400; 26

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$182,000. These will not last very long! Call today! 210 834-7077.

Live Water Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Harper

two picture-perfect Hill Country creeks, which flow through the property. Enjoy exceptional 30+-mile views on several potential homesites, beautiful vertical cliff formations at creek bends, along with dripping wet fern grottos, waterfalls, huge Spanish oaks, live oaks, elm and walnut trees. The property is loaded with whitetail deer, turkeys and wild hogs for the hunter. The ranch is high-fenced on two sides, with power and phone on the property. It doesn’t get any better than this! $1,610,000.

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Featuring 1,300 feet of Guadalupe River frontage, a 7,000±-square-foot home and panoramic Hill Country views, this property has enough acreage for the gentleman rancher to ride horses, graze cattle or just sit out on the large veranda with the beautiful views of

River Ranch 123± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

the river. The well-appointed home has a large swimming pool and two good water wells with pressure tanks. The oak-studded land has very little cedar, a paved road from the gate to the house and county road frontage. Just 30 minutes to San Antonio, this rare find in the Texas Hill Country is offered to the discerning buyer for $6,900,000. Take our virtual tour.

La Encantada 451± Acres

South Texas v LaSalle County v Cotulla

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Located in the heart of South Texas’ big buck country, this property offers trophy bucks and ample numbers of hog, javelina, quail and some turkey. After a day of hunting, it is very comforting to return to the three-bedroom, two-bath home with a unique western bar and party room with a professional-style pool table. A good well provides water for the house and watering troughs. The owner’s blinds and feeders will remain on the ranch. $2,950/acre.

Bigfoot Ranch

123± Acres

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South Texas v Frio County v Bigfoot

A gamey little ranch just south of Bigfoot in one of the best bird hunting areas in South Texas, this place is ready to go for this dove season. In the north pasture, there is good South Texas brush with plenty of deer, hogs and varmints. A double-wide home with all of the amenities plus a barn full of four-wheelers, a golf/hunting cart and a hunting/ranch truck go with the ranch. A good-sized lake with fish and a smaller tank are perfect for drawing the dove late afternoon. Plenty of feeders and blinds, a new water filtration system, large cistern and brand-new hot tub next to the gazebo make for great barbecues! $6,250/acre.

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4 P Ranch Central Texas v Austin County v Bellville

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Expect nothing less than a first-class way of life. An Austin stone, four-bedroom, four- and one-half-bath home sits atop a hill overlooking a 2±-acre lake. Some of the features include a gourmet kitchen, formal dining room, study/ library with stone fireplace and a great room with high ceilings and stone fireplace. A covered patio has a fireplace and built-in gas grill for outdoor enjoyment. This exceptional 15±-acre ranch is complete with a three-car garage, barn with stalls and RV storage, crossfencing, creek and is centrally located between Houston and Austin. $1,980,000.

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Jaw-dropping views and ultimate privacy can be found on this 200±-acre ranch. The front portion of the property has been partially cleared. The remainder of the property is heavily wooded with live oaks, cedars and

Ridgepoint Ranch

pine trees, creating a haven for whitetail deer

Central Texas v Fayette County v La Grange

fenced. Two sides of the property are game

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From the deck of the restored 1870s farmhouse you can see the serene pond and rolling countryside. fenced, making it an easy conversion to a In the spring, the lush pastures are decorated with wildflowers, and in the winter a herd of whitetail

game ranch. A large spring-fed pond provides

deer roams the property. Horses will feel at home in their own barn with stalls and nearby riding arena.

a great fishing hole. Houston, San Antonio

A guest cabin, barns and outbuildings complete the nostalgia of this 44±-acre ranch. This property is and Austin are within ample distance for a steeped in history and centrally located between San Antonio, Houston and Austin. $849,750.

weekend getaway! $1,660,000.

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This peaceful 53±-acre sanctuary is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of city life, yet within a 1.5-hour drive to Houston and Austin.

The home was built in 2004 and designed to

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

This is the perfect place for a weekend retreat, a small permanent home or a place to hang your

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hat while you build a larger home. $599,000.

The front porch overlooks a pond and rolling countryside. Beautiful large trees and heavily wooded areas provide an abundance of privacy.

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JJHH Ranch 828 Acres

Central Texas v Burnet County v Lampasas

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Only 45 minutes northwest of Austin and three miles south of Lampasas, this beautiful ranch fronts Highway 183 and has a little of

everything. The gently rolling topography offers big views in several locations. There is good tree cover of live oak, Spanish oak, elm, mesquite, cedar and big native pecans lining the banks of the creek. Clear-flowing Mesquite Creek meanders through the ranch, and a newly completed concrete dam backs up a great swimming and fishing hole. Another seasonal creek crossing the property would be ideal for a large pond. Improvements include a nice weekend home, good barns and pens. This property is ideal for a home place, recreational ranch or future development.

Freeze Ranch 200 Acres

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Just over an hour out of Austin and five minutes north of Lometa, fronting Highway 183, this ranch features a four-year-old, four-bedroom, three-bath home on a hill with great views of the surrounding countryside, a study, covered porch and upstairs balcony. The land has varied

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topography with the upper elevations having spectacular vistas. Tree cover is heavy and includes

P.O. Box 201330 • Austin, TX 78720

live oak, Spanish oak, elm and cedar. A seasonal creek traverses the ranch and an earthen dam

512 259-9800 512 259-9801 fax

creates a large pond. This very nice ranch is priced right. The owners will sell 50 acres with the home or up to 150 acres without the improvements.

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Magnificent Estate on 198+ Acres

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Think Texas! Think grand! Situated on 198 fenced acres, the magnificent ranch estate Hacienda Cerco del Lago offers every amenity for living in style. Your privacy is ensured with a gated and monitored entrance. For the outdoorsman, two 3-acre stocked lakes include lighted gazebos and fishing piers. An authentic Ducks Unlimited pond provides an additional recreational alternative.

Pick your game with a lighted sports court set for tennis, volleyball and basketball. Enjoy water activities year-round in the heated diving pool with slide and spa. Nestled under gorgeous mature hardwoods, the 2,100-square-foot guest home includes three bedrooms and three baths. The hacienda itself leaves a footprint of 16,045 square feet with 8,342 square feet of living space. Included in this spacious home are five bedrooms, seven full baths, two master suites, a media room with full wet bar and bath, a gorgeous library with walnut built-ins, two utility rooms, two balconies and a seven-car garage for the auto collector. An outdoor kitchen with electric awning makes the culinary arts a snap with a stainless steel grill, refrigerator and icemaker. With great location only six minutes to US 290 and 50 miles west of Houston, this property is simply gorgeous! $3,450,000.

Hardee Team Realty Noreen Arleth 423 Magnolia Blvd.

Magnolia, TX 77355

832 435-9903 noreenarleth@sbcglobal.net www.NoreenArleth.com

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Diamond D Whitetail Ranch 3,762 Acres

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Located 30 minutes south of Abilene, Texas, the Diamond D Whitetail Ranch encompasses one of the most beautiful plateaus in the state, including the highest point in Runnels County. This highly improved game ranch has all of the first-class amenities you would expect. The main house is an Austin stone home sitting on the edge of a 300' cliff overlooking the surrounding countryside.

It also overlooks the state-of-the-art, 150-acre breeding area, complete with 87 breeding pens all connected with lanes to the centralized working facility. There is also a newly remodeled, rustic, ranch foreman’s home and a two-story guesthouse, along with numerous shops, barns, storage buildings and an office. The owner has installed a nearly mile-long concrete drive up the top of the mountain to access the main home, complete with irrigation and landscape lighting. The ranch has 32-acre and 14-acre lakes, along with 30 stock tanks. Seven miles of 2" waterline run through the property serving both the improvements and the wildlife watering stations. The ranch is divided into seven high-fenced pastures, all stocked with whitetail from the scientific breeding operation, and has consistently produced giant bucks. $3,195 per acre.

Moorehouse Ranch—East Camp 3,655 Acres

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A historic West Texas ranch in the heart of big ranch country, three rustic ranch homes with a large roping arena and outbuildings anchor the headquarters. The terrain varies from deep scenic canyons to mesquite flats. Surrounded by a 92,000-acre and a 16,000-acre ranch, the East Camp provides the opportunity to take a once-in-a-lifetime trophy whitetail. $1,095 per acre.

Davidson Peak Ranch 5,950 Acres

Northwest Texas v Stonewall County v Aspermont

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An incredibly beautiful property with outstanding views, the ranch is high-fenced and stocked with whitetails from one of the top breeding operations in the state. Water on the ranch is abundant, with numerous spring-fed creeks and tanks. A small cabin sits in a secluded area of the ranch for the hunter who wants to get away from it all! $1,095 per acre.

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105-Acre Executive Country Estate Texas Metroplex Parker County v Weatherford

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Private, yet very accessible via paved county road, 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. The sandy loam soil, giant Bermuda and coastal fields are bordered along the front with scheduled 40 heavy black pipe fence leading to a large, impressive limestone and wrought-iron 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 exterior, this two-story Mediterranean prize is awe striking. Four tall stone columns with a slate front porch prepare your anticipated entry. An elegant Tuscan décor features five bedrooms, three and two-half baths and a 2.5-car garage. Ultra-high-end amenities include granite countertops, wood floors, 30' ceilings, Schonbek crystal chandeliers, Viking kitchen appliances, theater/media room and a Caterpillar 60 kilowatt, 400-amp, auto-transfer backup generator. Beautiful landscaping, a five-stall Barnmaster horse barn and an all-steel equipment barn finish off the exterior improvements. A gorgeous large pond with dock is adorned with many oak trees. 100% of the minerals owned will be conveyed at closing and funding. For more detailed information, go to www.coalson.com/105.html or call 940 682-4993. Reduced to $2,550,000.

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On the northeast edge of Granbury, just west of US 377 and FM 167, is a hidden sanctuary of water, elegance and solitude. Rucker Creek slowly meanders through the property with huge pecan trees towering over the creek and meadows below. The creek trickles over the low-water

crossing and under the metal and wood bridge, taking one’s breath. The main home is pronounced with manicured and beautiful landscaping and a concrete circle driveway flowing through the stone

Mac A. Coalson Real Estate Broker

three baths and a three-car garage. High-end amenities include Pella wood windows, oak floors, Berber carpeting, gorgeous granite countertops, tumbled marble backsplash, Sub-Zero and Viking

7801 New Authon Road Weatherford, TX 76088

appliances, tall ceilings, wet bar area, large stone columns, swimming pool with aggregate deck and

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

and a dry sauna in the master bath. The very nice guest log home of 1,100 square feet includes two

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porte-cochere. With a Granbury stone exterior, the 3,326-square-foot home offers three bedrooms,

flagstone coping, huge living room with gas fireplace and tall windows overlooking the backyard bedrooms, one and a half baths, a large outdoor wood deck and a two-car covered carport with bath. A helper’s home of 1,500 square feet offers three bedrooms and two baths on two stories. The beautiful 8-acre private lake is stocked with fish and includes a dock and bridge. This truly beautiful and unique property is only 40 minutes southwest of Fort Worth. Priced at $1,875,000.

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Vientoso Ranch

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Central Texas v San Saba County v San Saba

This secluded, end-of-the-road ranch offers outstanding views, 3,400' of Colorado River, an 8-acre lake and four smaller tanks for endless water recreation. The ranch has good elevation changes, lots of dense woods for wildlife habitat, open areas for food plots, a unique wooden railroad trestle spanning the river and a historic cabin on the banks of the river.

The recreational possibilities are unlimited! $2,995,000.

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Beautiful Hill Country Ranch 768± Acres

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Located in the northwest Hill Country, just 30 miles west of Mason on Highway 29 and 2± hours from Austin and San Antonio, the beautiful Hat Creek Ranch offers 768± acres with natural springs and Elm Creek running through the property. There is not just some water, but a lot of great water and incredible long-distance views for miles! Nestled among the trees in a very unique landscape are six very nice cedar-type cabins with two bedrooms, open kitchen/living and dining areas, bath and covered front porches with sitting swings. The main lodge has an Old West feel and features his and her baths, kitchen with stainless steel, commercial-grade, six-burner gas stove and a large gathering room with vaulted ceilings and large covered porch. Just a short walk from there is the unique Hat Creek suspension bridge overlooking gorgeous ravines and a large fishing hole! River’s End, a family feature film, was shot on location at Hat Creek Ranch and really showcases the wonderful Hill Country life and charm of small-town living in rural Texas. There is abundant water and plenty of recreational activities, including swimming, hiking, fishing, canoeing, hunting and more. Other improvements include four sides of good fencing plus interior cross fences and five wells, one of which is 75 gpm. The main home is a warm craftsman-style bungalow with wood floors, rock fireplace, two nice-sized bedrooms, two baths, walk-in closet and eat-in kitchen. There is also a nice three-bedroom, two-bath double-wide used as ranch quarters. There are trees galore, most live oak with some cedar, red oak and a multitude of other native landscaping. Century-old oaks present a very stately entrance to the main home. For additional pictures, aerial photo and a location map, please visit www.llanoriverrealestate.com or email tinahoffman@verizon.net. The seller will also consider dividing the property into two parcels: 504± and 264± acres. If you have searched for the perfect getaway to gather with family and friends, unwind, relax and truly enjoy the fruits of your labor, come see Hat Creek Ranch. It’s all about quality of life here. $2,863,000.

Tina Hoffman 118 Ft. McKavitt Mason, TX 76856

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Northeast Texas Van Zandt County v Wills Point

Located in Kaufman and Van Zandt Counties, near the city of Wills Point, this ranch has gently rolling acreage with scattered trees.

Cross-fenced into five pastures, this family ranch is a super hay producer and great for running cattle. Located about 45 miles east of the Dallas Metroplex with country road frontage, there are numerous sites for building your improvements. Additional acreage is available. $1,312,500.

255 Acres Northeast Texas Van Zandt County v Wills Point

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This gorgeous Van Zandt County executive estate on 10Âą acres overlooks meticulous grounds.

located in eastern Kaufman County. Great hay meadows, good grazing land, some

The 5,700+-square-foot home features four bedrooms and many other specialty rooms, including wooded areas and wildlife are all here. A a great home office with beautiful view, a craft room and a spacious and bright sunroom. Expertly picturesque small lake is surrounded by constructed, the unbelievable attention to detail is evident in the custom trim and moldings, granite

trees and is stocked with fish. The owner also

countertops, wood flooring and spectacular foyer. The home features soaring ceilings in the formal

reports good hog and duck hunting. Three

living room. Outside entertainment areas include a stunning pool and spa, workshop with attached stock ponds are on the cross-fenced property. regulation basketball court and a pond in the woods. $1,097,800.

CP Horse Ranch

Tracts like this are getting tough to find east of the Metroplex. $892,500.

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A well-located ranch east of Dallas, in an area of fine ranches and country estates, this 40acre horse ranch has a tremendous location for marketing. At the corner of well-traveled

Century 21 Hesskew

State Highway 243 and FM 47, the ranch

Jason Hesskew, Broker

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Only 30 minutes south of downtown Dallas, this Hilltop Ranch features an incredible 7,900square-foot estate (under roof) with a cabanastyle pool and horse barn overlooking an 8-acre lake and rolling hills loaded with hardwoods.

Miles of piped fence with numerous paddocks, working cattle pens and horse trails that have spectacular views of downtown Dallas and Las Colinas. View additional photos on our website or contact Brett Hess at 214 207-5431.

Fly In, Fly Out 193.3 Acres

Campbell Ranch

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This Texas estate has a 6-acre lake, a 2,840-foot north/south runway, two huge hangars and a shop. The runway meets all criteria for a public facility. This would make a great subdivision for homes with hangars. The owner can convert the property to public use at any time. A beautiful 4,200-square-foot home has large bedrooms and a second-story glassedin observation deck overlooking the runway and property. The property fronts paved FM roads on two sides. Airport Identifier: HURN. $2,000,000. Bobby Westbrook 972 989-4900.

Hi View Real Estate

Only 40 minutes to downtown Dallas, this property has beautiful trees, creeks, lake, ponds, rolling hills and great views, as well as an abundance of hardwood trees, a 100-year-old pecan orchard, a country home, barns, large deer, turkey and dove. Approximately 50% is wooded with heavy cover for deer and turkey. This one-of-a-kind property has live water Chambers Creek frontage, which is excellent for wildlife! $3,700/acre, will divide. Bobby Westbrook 972 989-4900.

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road frontage wrapping three-quarters of the property boundary. Half the land is covered with Don Davis 214 536-5900, www.HiViewRealEstate.com.

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South Texas v Northern Webb Co. v Encinal

Don’t let anyone fool you; the “Golden Triangle” (Webb, LaSalle and Dimmit Counties) offers the best trophy whitetail hunting in the world!

This coveted triangle is home to two amazing ranches. Neighbors to the famous 90,000-acre Callahan Ranch, the San Ramon Ranch and the Mendiola Ranch not only “grow” highscoring, free-roaming B&C bucks, but are also blessed with an abundance of natural protein, thick protective habitat, good water and the much sought-after “red dirt!” Intensely game managed and renowned for producing heavy, dark-horned monster bucks, these ranches offer outstanding genetics and numbers that are steadfastly in place. Located just 1.5 miles east of IH-35 and six miles south of Encinal, the San Ramon Ranch (available as 620, 1,240 and 1,500-acre ranches) has had selective brush clearing, sendero widening and quail habitat enhancement. Tanks and water lines run into each pasture via two 300' electric communal wells. Quality double, elevated deer blinds and year-round feed pens are already in place. Wing shooting for quail and dove can be spectacular! Located 14 miles east of IH-35 on Callahan Road, the Mendiola Ranch (available as 760 acres, 1,253 acres with home, 2,642 acres and 4,655 acres) is a “diamond in the rough.” As one travels down the Callahan Road to the Mendiola, the anticipation mounts. One never knows what might step out of the brush next: a giant 190" 12 pointer, a bobcat, a coyote or a mountain lion! Well watered with some big tanks and two electric wells providing underground water to each pasture, the Mendiola offers great quail hunting in good years. These two ranches already enjoy great reputations and will work for the true South Texas trophy hunter. “You won’t be disappointed, you’ll be Texas proud!”

Mendiola: from $1,695 per acre. San Ramon: from $1,825 per acre. Sold!

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Hilltop Family Compound at Chappell Hill Central Texas v Washington County v Chappell Hill

Here is the only opportunity to move into a beautiful, new, custom-built home and guesthouse with a fabulous pool and patio overlooking distant plains. Only five minutes outside Chappell Hill and one hour to the West Loop in Houston, sited on a hill with panoramic views of the countryside, the magnificent 4,200-square-foot main residence and the 2,200-square-foot guesthouse offer the unobstructed views and privacy one expects from the premier gathering compound for family and friends. Meticulously crafted by B/A Builders and landscaped by Glascow, there are outstanding features throughout the home, including a kitchen and great room with full brick floors and knotty alder custom cabinets and woodwork by Evans. The kitchen also features granite countertops with custom lighting. There are pine floors and custom millwork throughout living and formal dining rooms and entry hall, custom double-hung and dual-pane windows, wood-burning fireplaces in the great room and library, two mahogany custom front doors, security and fire systems, two private balconies off bedrooms and a master bath with marble-floor shower and surrounds. The

heated, saltwater pool features a Pennsylvania flagstone surround, patio, deck and a 20' by 30' game/pool room in the guesthouse. A sound system runs throughout the home and guesthouse, as well as Texas Broadband wireless Internet and a separate sound system for the pool and pool house.

Additionally, a four to six-stall barn features a 600-square-foot office, riding arena, piped corrals and pens. The live, year-round, major New Years Creek borders one side of this property with beautiful trees in all the right locations. You must tour this 82-acre property to appreciate all of the fine features that go into making this offering the most rare and premier opportunity in Washington County.

Phelps Properties 9325 FM 390 E. Brenham, Texas 77833 On the Square at Independence

979 836-2804 979 836-0906 fax Houston, Texas

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Colorado County Showplace Ranch Central Texas v Colorado County v Columbus

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Peaceful sunsets and tranquil beauty abound at this 278-acre ranch just 70 miles from Houston. Drive down the long, winding concrete road to this magnificent 7,000+ square-foot limestone ranch home with 14' ceilings, mesquite and travertine flooring, granite, custom cabinets, gourmet kitchen, enormous

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Jubilee Ranch Central Texas v Bosque County v Clifton

Nestled at the top of the Hill Country, Jubilee Ranch is a true Texas original, combining authentic rustic appeal with smart luxurious living. Encompassing over 1,000 acres of breathtaking hillside vistas, the ranch offers thrilling outdoor recreational opportunities such as hunting, horseback riding, hiking and four-wheel offroading. Abundant with deer and other wildlife and convenient to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, IH-35 and Austin, Jubilee Ranch provides an escape you’ll never forget and never want to leave. The 6,500+-square-foot main ranch house defines comfort, style and state-of-the-art entertainment. With a 27' ceiling and hand-hewn hemlock beams from Canada, the magnificent, central great room sets the standard for entertaining or simply relaxing to get away from it all. The list of special features and unique touches is nearly endless, from Arizona flagstone, tile and hardwoods throughout, to an outside cook center with heat and air conditioning, to the spectacular soundproof media room with eight luxurious leather recliners.

An inviting 3,000+-square-foot guesthouse complements the main ranch house and provides spectacular accommodations for family, friends or corporate retreats. Over 60% of its land is wooded with the remaining 400 acres consisting of improved pastures of coastal and Klein grasses.

The varied and rugged terrain is also home to two mountains, Gary and Sugarloaf. The facilities currently support 80 cattle and 16 horses. The property contains numerous structures, including horse barns, storage and workshop buildings, a ranch foreman’s house, a restored historic blacksmith shop and more. For a visual tour of this property, visit www.JubileeRanchTexas.com.

The Story Group Rick Story 817 992-9218 rickstory@kw.com www.JubileeRanchTexas.com

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Star Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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This premier Texas estate has been featured in an eight-page spread in Architectural Digest and graces the cover and 22 pages of Lone Star Living. Nestled among the hardwoods on a bluff overlooking Dittmar Creek, this masterful combination of historic architectural structures and modern convenience is only 12 miles from Fredericksburg. The home features soaring ceilings, massive beams, eight fireplaces, gorgeous architectural features and large windows framing glorious views. Custom lighting and sound systems, a gourmet kitchen with every imaginable amenity, air filtration system and five on-demand tankless water heaters blend function and elegance to create the ultimate Hill Country estate ranch. Spring-fed Dittmar Creek traverses the 450-acre property in a series of ponds and waterfalls. The grounds are landscaped with native flowing plants. The pool and spa are reminiscent of the “old swimming hole.” Abundant deer, turkey, quail and dove abound in shaded rolling terrain all in the heart of the Hill Country. $9,900,000.

One Great 4,298-Acre Hunting Ranch Central Texas v Kinney County v Bracketville

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An amazing combination of 33 varieties of South Texas protein-packed brush and the oak tree-studded rolling terrain of the Hill Country, this property represents the best deal for your money. Completely high-fenced, this turn-key hunting ranch has highway frontage and is 20 miles north of Highway 90/Uvalde. A 150±-acre oat field and ample underground water attract record deer, turkey, dove and quail. The brand-new hunting lodge sleeps 14 guests in fine style and ultimate comfort. With all that this property offers in big game and quality improvements, you can’t find a better land buy in Texas.

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Located in the rolling hills of East Texas at the edge of the famed Piney Woods, this 223.9-acre property boasts some of the most beautiful acreage in Anderson County. Half of the property is in improved pastures of Bahia and coastal Bermuda grass with several parcels

Daniels Farm Northeast Texas v Anderson County v Elkhart

cross-fenced. Within the pastures are two man-made, spring-fed ponds stocked with large-mouth bass, bream, perch and blue-channel catfish. These ponds have never been without adequate water in the 40 years since their construction. Annually, whitetail, deer, fox squirrels, armadillos, rabbits, raccoons, opossums, quail and mourning doves are seen on the property. Running through the wooded portion of the property, with good stands of hardwoods and soft woods, Andy’s Spring is a popular hunting spot. The sandy loam soil is outstanding for farming and/or ranching. There are areas of gravel in the wooded portion that were partially harvested commercially decades ago; the soft wood timber was thinned five years ago and can be profitably harvested. There are two water wells, one hand-dug artesian well in a paddock and another deep well near the house. The house, an old farmhouse, perfectly situated on the highest point of the property, has two bedrooms, one bathroom, a large living/dining area with woodburning fireplace, a kitchen with an island and city water. There is a detached two-car garage, and just behind the house is a small building with a bedroom, loft and bathroom. The barn is currently used to store the tractor, farm implements and trailer. While located in a quiet, bucolic setting, the property is only three miles southwest of Elkhart and 15 minutes from Palestine. For more details, please call Vickie Mosier 903 360-0927.

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cabinet, office and a fireplace. There is also a guest home and pool on the ranch. Other improvements include 15 horse stalls, an indoor arena, outdoor arena, clubhouse, two equipment barns and a 10acre lake stocked with trophy bass. This ranch is close to town, yet private. The mall is only 4.8 miles away and two major hospitals are only 12 miles away. The airport is only a few minutes away. The new Cascades development is 3.7 miles from this ranch, where homesites range from $100,000 to $2,000,000. Pine Mist Ranch is a great investment, which is offered at $2,300,000.

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The Snake Creek Ranch is a large farming and ranching operation southwest of Alliance, Nebraska. This operation includes 4,403 acres under 23 pivot irrigation systems, approximately 1,700 acres of sub-irrigated meadows and 10,743 acres of native rangeland for a total of 16,846 acres. Snake Creek, which meanders through the ranch for over eight miles, is not a major stream, but is spring-fed and runs most of the year. As it winds through the ranch, it provides a reliable source of livestock water and supports the subirrigated meadows. The Ogallala Aquifer, which

Snake Creek Ranch Nebraska v Box Butte County v Alliance

supplies water to the irrigation wells, has the thickest water-bearing supply of water in the western states. This aquifer has been monitored on the ranch and has remained nearly constant for the past 30 years. The feedlot is constructed of pipe and sucker rod with cement bunks and pads, scales, covered working facilities, feed mill and grain storage. A new, completely lined storage lagoon, with the capability to pump water through an adjoining pivot system, was recently completed, bringing the feedlot into compliance with all Nebraska and Federal DEQ regulations. There are five residences, including a ranch manager’s home at the feedlot. The 4,403 acres, under 23 pivots ranging in size from 131 to 447 acres, have water supplied from one well, except the largest pivot which requires two wells. The ranch supports a large number of cows and feeds a large number of cattle through the feedlot, and six of the pivots are used to produce irrigated grass or annual crops for grazing. These six are divided into quarters (pods) with “lay down” electric fences, which allow the pivots to pass from one pod to the next. The irrigated grass is typically stocked at the rate of 1.2 to 1.4 pairs per acre. A state-of-the-art calving facility, built in 2004, has been used to calve out over 1,500 cows. Up to 100 cows can be put under cover, plus there are 20 individual stalls for cows and newborns. Due to the fact that Initiative 300 (Nebraska’s ban on ownership of agricultural land by non-family corporations) has recently been declared unconstitutional, the now-open door to outside investments in agricultural properties will likely have a positive effect on farmland values in Nebraska. Agricultural production appears to be entering a new era of prosperity with higher commodity and cattle prices, and Snake Creek Ranch has the potential to take advantage of this prosperity with its diversity of crops and cattle production. There is no other large-scale cattle and crop operation available in the Rocky Mountain or High Plains region to compare with the Snake Creek Ranch. There are many options available with this ranch. The availability of summer grazing through irrigated or dry land or a combination of both, and the vast number of pivot irrigation systems with the incredible amount of underground water, will ensure the production of grass, alfalfa, corn, dry beans, beets, potatoes or small grains. The size, availability of water, top-notch facilities, high-quality pastures and above-average condition of improvements along with fertile soils make the Snake Creek Ranch an ideal investment for present and future generations. $15,000,000. Notice: The seller is willing to sell 5,260 acres on the east side of the ranch, which would include 11 pivot systems for a total of 2,058 acres of irrigated cropland, the feedlot with all of the improvements, 3,000 acres of pasture including nearly one mile of Snake Creek and adjoining meadows. $6,500,000. For a complete brochure, call or visit www.wyo-realestate.com.

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New Mexico v Grant County v Silver City

Looking for special? How about being one of 11 owners of a 7,000-acre ranch in the high mountains of New Mexico? Maybe throw in an absolutely custom-built, impeccably detailed, square-cut, hand-hewn 3,000-square-foot log home with a guesthouse on 216-acres? Starting to sound good? Now let’s throw in 50-mile views of 11,000' mountain peaks in the largest federal wilderness in the continental United States, a full-time caretaker, complete privacy and a 6,000-square-foot lodge. You’ve got the picture. Now you can have the property! Priced at $2,399,500. Contact Rue Balcomb or Robb Van Pelt for more information.

214 8th St., Suite 100 Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

877 207-9700 toll free www.ranchland.com

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Rarely do we say that a property is so spectacular that upon seeing it, it will take your breath away. This is the case with “The Jewel.�

This majestic location lies at the end of the road, almost completely surrounded by the Gunnison National Forest and offers you complete privacy.

The towering 13,000' and 14,000' peaks defining this property are an inviting playground for the soul, making these 30 acres seem like 30,000.

Two private fly-fishing streams meander through the fenced, irrigated land and settle into the dance of a mountain stream as it carries its sounds past the magnificent 5,500-square-foot home. Merely walk out of your front door for unrivaled hiking, jeeping, horseback riding or snowmobiling.

Or relax on one of the patios overlooking the creek, and enjoy watching the mule deer, elk or moose graze the meadows. If you aspire to own this property, with its unparalleled lifestyle known but to a very few, in the midst of these great Rocky Mountains contact John Stratman. $7,000,000.

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A spectacular property located in central Kansas not far from the banks of the Smoky River, this estate is comprised of a 9,700-square-foot luxury home on 58 acres. The home is a beautiful twostory brick home with a fully finished basement.

Ideal for a large or extended family, the home includes eight bedrooms, a main-floor master bedroom, three bedrooms upstairs with separate access and a basement bedroom. There are seven full and three-half bathrooms. The home is wellappointed with particular attention to detail

Eagles Landing Estate

in construction and layout and designed for

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home theater and a kitchen in the basement

entertaining with a large recreation room, large that leads to a walk-out patio. There are three garages: two four-car garages, one of which leads out to a large outdoor entertainment area, and an RV/bus garage for a full-sized bus. The property is completely fenced and includes a separately fenced horse pasture. Eagles Landing Estate is located just three miles south of Abilene on paved State Highway K-15. Abilene provides a small town feel, great schools, a quaint shopping district and dinner theater to name a few of the highlights. $1,800,000. Contact John Stratman.

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Secluded Lake Property

429± Acres

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A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own your own 35-acre lake, perfect for fishing, jet-skiing, waterskiing—just about any water sport—and loaded with large bass, crappie, channel cats and heavy timber. This spectacular property has rolling hills, stunning panoramic views and two beautiful building sites, one of which overlooks the 35-acre lake. The views are absolutely breathtaking!

Live year-round creek provides great hunting and fishing. The all-improved grasses and 60 acres of cultivation close to the creek make for an ideal food plot. Other features include county road frontage, water well and electric. 50% of minerals owned will be conveyed. The property will run 100 animal units with two large sets of corrals and great fences, most of which are eight-strand barb wire. The property is just a two-hour drive from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. $2,574,000.

Premier Horse and Cattle Ranch 328± Acres

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The large 3,200-square-foot, newly remodeled

Frontier Farm & Ranch Dublin, TX 76446

rock home with stone and steel roof has three bedrooms, two baths and a large den with surround sound system. The property features

Skip Smith, Owner 254 485-0286

100 acres in cultivation and 160 acres in hay-

skip@ffrtexas.com

throughout ranch with heavy timber and some

Cade Richmond, Agent 325 330-0590 cade@ffrtexas.com www.ffrtexas.com

producing coastal. A spring-fed creek runs of the best hunting in Central Texas. Highlights include sandy soils, 500+ pecan trees and many large live oak and post oak trees scattered throughout ranch. There is also a large reservoir, plus great covered working pens, a hydraulic squeeze chute, paved driveway, above-ground pool and so much more. 50% of minerals owned will be conveyed. $1,750,000.

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The unique ranch is located about eight miles northwest of Cotulla, Texas. It has frontage on a county-maintained road. It is all in brush with good red sandy loam soils. It has a ranch house with a large covered deck, high fencing, covered carport, 30' by 52' enclosed barn, added whitetail genetics, two water wells, two tanks, numerous deer blinds, corn feeders, quail feeders, protein feeders, pipe cattle pens and good roads. The new owner will be able to move in and start enjoying the property immediately! Asking $3,400/acre.

Jeff Avant Ranch Sales P.O. Drawer 9 Dilley, TX 78017

830 965-1775 office 830 965-4338 fax jeff@avantranchsales.com www.avantranchsales.com

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This hunting ranch is located just two miles west of Dilley, Texas. It has frontage on Highway 85.

It is located in the highly sought-after red sandy area of Frio County. The ranch has great brush diversity, mostly in heavy brush with some fields mixed throughout. There are two water wells and one pond. This ranch has been in the same family for over 60 years! With the fields and brush, it offers excellent bird and deer hunting opportunities. Asking $2,500/acre.

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These 123.24 acres feature 2,430 feet of frontage on a beautiful river that doesn’t flood and subirrigation with 55 acre feet of water to irrigate the coastal Bermuda. Built in 1984, a three-bedroom, three-bath brick home offers a two-car garage and a great aboveground pool with redwood decking.

A 50' by 50' strong horse barn has about 10 stalls and small living quarters. Giant live oaks, post oaks and pecan trees line the river. This could be a great cutting horse ranch with improvements.

The property features deer and turkey along the river, three tanks and two water wells. This place looks just like the Hill Country! $1,145,000. See my website for more pictures and information.

This is a combination of two ranches and two owners. Each one can be sold separately: 61.751 acres with the horse barn, $395,000; 61.487 acres with the house, $750,000.

“Selling ranches since 1959” Buddy Almy Accredited Land Consultant P.O. Box 129 Granbury, TX 76048

800 258-ALMY (2569) 817 579-8958 fax www.hcnews.com/~almyco

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Located in the heart of the Hill Country, 59-acre Stone Ranch enjoys Medina River frontage. Beauty, peace and serenity abound on this riverfront ranch. The rustic and attractive stone and cedar main home is nestled among huge trees, surrounded by covered porches and patios and overlooks the serene blue water of the Medina River. There are several small homes and outbuildings, a stone gazebo, barn and pasture, making this a perfect corporate retreat or bed and breakfast location. The 50 acres of high plateau provide excellent Hill Country panoramic views, as well as Medina River views. There are many subdivision and development possibilities. Escape the everyday stress and surround yourself with tranquility. The property is several miles north of Bandera on Highway 16. $1,425,500.

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5 F Game Ranch Southwest Land & Loan Co. 800 699-3689 830 278-3612 J. A. (Jake) Laning, Jr. 830 591-7816 mobile Buck Laning 830 591-7822 mobile www.ranchrealtor.net swlandco@sbcglobal.net

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One of a kind, these 2,880 acres of outstanding game-fenced property offer fabulous improvements—perfect for a corporate retreat or large family. This turn-key offering features a 6,000-square-foot, five-bedroom, five- and one-half-bath limestone lodge with designer furniture.

There are 200 genetic breeding deer; a 2,600-square-foot, state-of-the-art deer breeding and handling facility; a 10-station sporting clay/skeet range; guesthouse; barn; hay barn; tool barn; eight water wells; miles of pipelines and lakes; plus hundreds of turkey, oryx, aoudad and blackbuck antelope. The main lodge is built on top of a high hill, affording magnificent views of the wide-open spaces! The hunting is some of the finest in the state. The heavy timbered bottoms and flats on this ranch include mesquite flats and rolling shin oak country. This property is 15 miles south of Sweetwater. A DVD or VHS of the ranch is available.

Baylor Creek Ranch 640± Acres

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One square mile of hunter’s paradise split by Baylor Creek just two miles west of Baylor Lake on Highway 658, 5.5 miles south of Estelline, this all-in-one hunting property has abundant whitetail, mule deer, quail, turkey, dove, duck, hog, coyote and bobcat. The combination of native and improved grasses, plumb thickets, mesquite, hackberry and willow trees provide great wildlife habitat. This area is known for its trophy potential, and the property has had little to no hunting pressure, providing a sanctuary for wildlife. $860 an acre. Call Cal Ferguson at 806 663-3575.

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Set on 100 acres, this custom-built 3,060square-foot, four-bedroom, two- and onehalf-bath log cabin features a detached twocar garage, master bath with Jacuzzi tub and oversized shower, a massive rock fireplace and chimney and an exterior highlighted by a wraparound covered porch. Complemented with a 60' by 104' steel barn with concrete floors, office, kitchen, restrooms, storage areas and entertainment area. The property includes a cattle/horse shed, equipment/hay shed, storm cellar and two rental cabins with outside hot tubs. Currently a bed and breakfast with an established clientele, this property has a lake in the front yard for fishing and lots of wildlife inhabiting the 100 acres. One never really needs to leave home to go on vacation. For a tour of this beautiful property or more information, call Cal Ferguson at 806 663-3575.

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Only 10 minutes west of Bowie, with 2.5 miles of highway frontage, this hunting/ recreation ranch offers a three-bedroom, two-bath weekend hunting home, 30 surface ponds and live water from Little Wichita River and Smith Creek. There are fantastic views, elevation changes, hardwoods throughout and a high deer count. This property is only two hours from DFW. Motivated seller.

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Near Brackettville, this hunting ranch has quality forage and abundant big oak trees that drop acorns to attract all of your favorite wildlife: whitetail, hog, dove, turkey and quail.

Enjoy outstanding views, South Texas brush and large, trophy whitetail deer. There are four wells and a newly built 4,500-square-foot stone building with attached three-bedroom, two-bath lodge with wood-burning fireplace. The owner will convey all owned mineral rights.

Circle A Ranch 423 Acres

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The Circle A Ranch is a beautiful 423 acre Hill Country ranch with significant amounts of live water provided by the Blanco River and Blasingame Creek. The well-improved ranch offers tasteful improvements and a five-bedroom home with high ceilings, wide-planked floors, a beautifully appointed kitchen and living area. Additionally, there is a guest home, caretaker’s home, barns, pens and high fencing. If you have searched for a great live water recreational ranch within an hour from Austin or San Antonio, please look at this estate. Exclusively listed property.

Martin Land Sales Rita Freels 254 485-1118 cell 817 538-6846 254 918-LAND (5263) www.martinlandsales.com

Steve C. Lewis Ranch Real Estate P.O. Box 5190 San Antonio, Texas 78201

210 733-1930 office 210 508-2790 mobile 210 736-7748 fax steve@sclewisranchrealestate.com www.sclewisranchrealestate.com Volume 46 Texas Farm&Ranch

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Wendland & Associates Steve Grant Real Estate

Waller County Land Company www.wallercountyland.com

www.wendland-associates.com nwendland@ktc.com

Athens, Texas www.stevegrant.com

830 896-8410

903 675-3503 903 675-3536 fax

LEDGE WATER RANCH - LIVE WATER! Edwards County - 423 acres in the beautiful Hill Country, 3.5 miles of Pullium Creek, outstanding clear water, 4 dams, high hills, great hunting!

STOCKADE RANCH - Bastrop County - 420+ acres of prime ranchland near Paige, cattle, horse & hay operation, large home, horse barn, covered arena, galvanized horse runs & pens, coastal fields, three large lakes.

RANCHO CAZADORES - Val Verde County – 400 to 11,000-acre tracts available for the current hunting season, great hunting for whitetail, javelinas, blue quail, dove. Call for your tract today!

MEDICINE BOW RIVER RANCH - Carbon County, Wyoming - 77,630 acres (59,400 deeded, 13,500 BLM, 4,640 State) Premier ranch consists of sagebrush flats, mountains, 13+ miles of Medicine Bow River, two exceptional log homes overlooking valley. Excellent hunting for elk, mule deer and pronghorns. Wind energy royalties.

SAND CREEK RANCH - Hanna, Utah - 10,200 acres of spectacular mountain scenery near Park City & other recreational areas. New lodge on hill with great views. Game, fish and land management programs in place, excellent hunting for moose, elk, mule deer and waterfowl.

TI VALLEY RANCH - Pittsburgh County, Oklahoma - 20,000+ deeded acres in southeast Oklahoma, beautiful mountains, timber, new lodge that sleeps 30. Excellent deer and turkey hunting, over 70 ponds, Hog Eye Creek on ranch.

Jeff Avant Ranch Sales

936 372-9181 or 979 826-4133

Dilley, Texas www.avantranchsales.com

8.6 Ac. FM 359, long frtg., unrestricted. $21,000/Ac 10 Ac. heavily wooded, paved frtg. $12,000/Ac 10 Ac. 3-1, fncd, x-fncd, working pen. $199,999 14 Ac. fncd, lake, fronts 2 roads. $13,529/Ac 14 Ac. fronts 2 roads, fncd, x-fncd, ag exempt. $11,714/Ac 15 Ac. Wooded, 2-ac lake, timber exempt. $20,000/Ac 20 Ac. 2-2-2, FM 1736, 60x70 barn. $549,000 20.25 Ac. scenic, rolling, scattered oaks, 8,000-sf barn w/qrtrs & shop. $353,375 23 Ac. hilltop w/view, dead-end road, near Hwy 6 & Hwy 290. $15,000/Ac 25 Ac. 3-2, pool, qrtrs, workshop, trails. $625,000 40 Ac. corner, near new airport 2 miles north of I-10. $19,500/Ac 44 Ac. scenic corner, views, 40% wooded, may divide. $19,500/Ac 47 Ac. 3-2, qrtrs, barn, fncd, x-fncd, trees. $590,000 91 Ac. cute home, old barns, lake, near 290. $1 mil 92 Ac. 4-2.5-2, barns, ponds, sheds, fncd. $1.5 mil 102 Ac. Carmine, 12-ac lake, fncd, improved pasture. $530,000 123 Ac. 4-3.5-2, pool, barn, pens, fncd. $2,900,000 170 Ac. 3-3-2, pool, barn, shop, qrtrs, equip. shed, stocked lake, pavilion, arena, furlong tract, fncd, xfncd w/pipe fence. $2,950,000

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ZAVALA CO. 3,400± acres, "Star Ranch" beautiful lodge area, 3 carrizo water wells, several tanks, turkey creek, part highfenced, light to heavy brush, 800 acre feet of water rights! Will divide! $2,350/ac MEDINA CO. 300± acres, ranch house, two cabins, Edwards water well, 10±-acre lake w/bass, 3 ponds, high-fenced, added genetics, only 30 minutes to San Antonio. Beautiful! $5,995/acre WEBB CO. 1,800± acres, hunter's cabin, two windmills, two tanks, all brush, hwy frontage, a few miles E. of IH-35, great area. $1,995/acre. Will divide.

LA SALLE CO. 155± acres. 2 new 3/2 manufactured homes, bunkhouse, storage bldg., 4 water wells, 7 ponds, irrigated food plots, good bush, huge parking lot area, one-of-a-kind! $950,000.

FRIO CO. 1,160 acres. Brush, fields, 2 water wells, 1 tank, highway frontage, red sandy soils, great deer & bird ranch. Dilley area. $2,500/acre.

FRIO CO. 328± acres, brush, low-fenced, water well, 3 tanks, electricity. Dilley area.

FRIO CO. 467± acres, excellent brush, ranch house, 2 water wells, 2 tanks, same family for 100+ years!

Visit website for more info and other listings!

CLOSE TO ATHENS - Spacious home on 10+ acres w/3BR/2BA updated. Also features small barn, tack room, new metal bldg, bunkhouse w/2BR/1BA, cov’d RV storage, shop/storage bldg w/restroom, orchard w/water well for irrigation. Great place for growing family that likes animals. $127,500 RANCH-STYLE LIVING on 5.095 ac. Newly constructed 3BR/2.5BA w/wbfp, vaulted ceiling, kitchen w/granite countertops & top-of-the-line appliances, media room w/surround sound. $297,500 EAST TEXAS RETREAT – “Rustic elegance” near Athens. Fabulous 4BR/2BA redwood cottage w/wbfp and spring-fed lake on 4.76 acres. A natural canopy of native foliage, wildlife and more are visible from the expanded deck. A unique offering. $247,500 BIG SOMBRERO RANCH – 10+ rolling acres, mostly pasture, large spring-fed creek, 2,400-sf ranch home (completely renovated) w/huge master suite, decks and porches, well-landscaped, barn, shed, workshop & carport. $240,000 EXCEPTIONAL EAST TEXAS LANDSCAPE - Approx. 110 acres of beautiful land w/ rolling terrain, coastal meadows, scattered trees, stock ponds, peaceful 1.5-2 acre lake surrounded by native oaks & other local specimens and a perfect hilltop home site. $443,792 COMFORTABLE COUNTRY HOMESTEAD Fabulous 3BR/2B updated home w/landcaped groups, spacious living areas, wbfp, formal area, gameroom, inground pool, deck, patio and 30x30 workshop. Ceated for beauty, comfort & convenience. $295,000 THE RETREAT - 108.883± acres w/12-15 acre treelined lake, improved coastal meadows & 4 separate residences only min. from Athens. $795,000 16520 E HWY 31, Brownsboro, TX - 3/2.5/2 hilltop beauty, blt in ‘01 w/2,000± sf on 5.25 acres. $240,000 29+ ACRES & beautiful brick home w/3BR/2B, 3 car garage, 2 car cp, 20x20 bldg w/concrete floor & elec, rolling terrain, 2 lrg ponds, mostly open, improved pastures, scattered trees, red pole barn w/loft & pipe fencing. $315,000 LARUE, TEXAS - 80 acres, gorgeous rolling property w/ Caddo Creek across back, hilltop bldg sites & farmhouse. $469,000 MAJESTIC EAST TEXAS HILLTOP - 26.525 acres, N of Palestine w/unbelievable home site! 20-30 mile vies, lake, pavilion w/wbfp & deck and deep water well. $398,500

The Hughes Group Lynette Schoening Rabb, Broker www.texashughesgroup.com

512 931-2244 Williamson County West (45 minutes from Austin).

83-339-Acre ranch with amazing panoramic views, 1 to 2 residences, barn, 4 tanks, huge oak trees, open grassy pastures. $5,500/acre + improvements.

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Suttle and Company Real Estate

Heritage Texas Country Properties

830 232-5242

www.E-CountryProperty.com

47.9 Ac. 4/2, roping arena. $995,000 15.40 Ac. 2/1, views for miles. $298,000 19 Ac. Great getaway. $143,500 51 Ac. Hwy. 83 frontage. $382,500 23.57 Ac. Hunting, water well. $150,000 9.31 Ac. Great views. $94,500 5.66 Ac. 3/3.5, river frontage. $299,000 42 Ac. Commercial property. $386,400 20 Ac. Hunting, views, 4x4. $41,000 17 Ac. Secluded, hunting. $24,500 12 Ac. Comm. Prime location. $1,200,000 35 Ac. Hunting, 4x4, remote. $70,000 46.84 Ac. Plenty of wildlife. $54,524 84.5 Ac. Horse property. $612,625 45.77 Ac. Secluded, small cabin. $205,965 130.22 Ac. Live water. $2,642,945 101 Ac. Ag exempt. $179,500 15.35 Ac. Great views. $99,775 11.25 Ac. Great building sites. $74,490 24.71 Ac. Pretty oak trees. $99,500

Texas Ranch Sales, LLC www.TexasRanchSales.info

830 741-8906 Bandera Co-21 ac. Scenic, Medina River. $10,500/ac Bandera Co-105 ac. Live creek, spring. $10,000/ac Bandera Co-535ac. Elam Creek, lake, hm. $8,411/ac Bandera Co-2,060ac. Incredible water, views, well, bldg sites. $4,250/ac Comal Co- 87ac. Well, ponds, home, views $9,850/ac Dimmit Co-492ac. Well, paved frontage $1,950/ac Dimmit Co-1,770ac. Paved frntg, lodge well, ponds, cooler. $3,600/ac Duval Co-648ac. House, ponds, paved frtg $2,495/ac Duval Co-1,392ac. H/fence, creek, pond. $1,750/ac Frio Co- 15ac. Vege Packing Warehouse $1,050,000 Jeff Davis Co-614ac.Home, shop, barn, well. $4,071/ac Kendall Co-33 ac. Scenic, wildlife, utilities $20,606/ac Kinney Co-7,346ac Wells, homes, barns, elect. $1,095/ac Live Oak Co-321ac. Hwy & Mathis Lake frtg. $3,000/ac Maverick Co-3,400ac. H/fenced, cabin, cooler, ponds $1,700/ac Medina Co-22ac Hwy 90 frtg, develop. $10,000/ac Medina Co-27ac. Hwy. frntg, ponds, well, elect. $6,500/ac Medina Co-200ac. H/fenced, creek, well, elect. $6,500/ac Medina Co-154 ac. Wells, house, scenic. $4,950/ac Medina Co-181ac. H/fenced, hwy frtg, well $5,500/ac Medina Co-656ac. Hwy frntg, ponds, new fence. $5,550/ac Medina Co-1,279ac. Creek, hwy frtg, well. $2,750/ac Terrell Co-1,700ac Unimproved, 2 ponds, well $300/ac Uvalde Co-3,262ac. Lodge, wells, barns, deer. $3,065/ac Uvalde Co-5,800ac. Hunting, wells, pond, MLDP. Val Verde Co-2,833 ac. h/fence, wells, spring. $990/ac Zavala Co-264ac. Well, elect, hunting, will divide.

Zavala Co-2,500 ac. River, wells, home, barn. $2,995/ac Zavala Co-3,500 ac. Lodge, barns, ponds, wells, deer pens. $3,000/ac

888 663-6461 Brenham 888 663-6469 Bellville 888 663-6467 Round Top 888 663-6440 La Grange 28± ac. River frontage, spacious 4bd, 3ba home, horse facilities, guest home, near 2 polo clubs. $799,900 32± ac. Wildlife conservation, water well, pond, mature oaks, within 30 min of Texas A&M. $325,000 42± ac. Remarkable 3/2.5 home surrounded by 400+ oak trees, barn, hay meadow, serene pond. $750,000 54± ac. Sweeping views, main home, 2 guest homes, antique barn, partially wooded, ancient oaks. $495,000 104± ac. Park-like setting, farmhouse, garage apt., barn apt., large barn, 10± ac. lake, wooded area. $1.5M 133± ac. Productive ranch, 3bd, 2ba home, barns, pens, pond, creek, windmill, sandy soil, views. $630,000 302± ac. Hunting, recreational & cattle property, oaks, pond, creek, lush coastal grasses, private. $1.2M+

Texas Homestead Real Estate Participating With Cabela’s Trophy Properties, LLC Kerrville, TX www.owntx.com

830 792-4404 1,212± Acres, Val Verde County The property is within 15 minutes of Del Rio and 4 miles from Lake Amistad, however, the Ranch still maintains a quiet undisrupted environment. Healthy native wildlife populations exist on the property. A wildlife management program is in place, the Ranch should continue to produce large Whitetail Deer. $1,205,940. Call Bill Barton, 830 285-2995.

100± Acres, Calhoun County 7 miles south of Port Lavaca, TX between Hwy 87 and Hwy 35. This heavy brush country is an escape and sanctuary for resident wildlife. Perimeter fenced, water well and electricity are in place. $285,000. Call Mark Wright, 361.389.3775.

354± Acres, Burnet County, PRICE REDUCED! Property would make an excellent investment for a developer. Just north of Burnet on Hwy 281. 7/10 mile of Hwy 281 and .5 miles of FM2340 frontage.

Gently rolling hills covered with large live oak trees. $1,769,778. Call Happy Broussard, 512 673-3362.

45± Acres, Bandera County This ranch would be ideal for a medium sized horse operation or just a weekend getaway place. There are excellent building sites with unrestricted views of the surrounding hills. The beautiful nearby Medina River offers swimming, fishing, and canoeing. Being located just 45 miles from Loop 1604 in San Antonio, makes this a “must see” property! $453,800 Call Dan Hatfield 210-232-8282.

40± Acres, Kerr County Remarkable privacy conceals easy access to this choice acreage in the Hill Country. Just minutes from Kerrville, and less than an hour from San Antonio, rolling hilltops and breathtaking views allow for any number of building sites. $600,000. Call Graydon Vaught, 830.739.0040 200± Acres, Calhoun County, PRICE REDUCED! 200 acres that have that big ranch feel, about half brush and half pasture, with large neighbors on each side that insulate this property giving you unusual privacy. This ranch has been in the same family for over seventy years. $560,000 Call Mark Wright, 361.389.3775.

43± Acres, Kerr County Pristine Hill Country acreage located just ten minutes south of Kerrville. This secluded property features 2 live creeks, cliffs, Turtle Creek frontage, multiple springs, perimeter fencing and several home sites that provide for fantastic views of the surrounding hill country. Perfect for weekend hunting. 4 bedroom, 1.5-bath rustic home is situated on the property. $651,000 Call Bill Barton, 830 285-2995.

Texas Hunting Land 817 350-4617 Stonewall Co. 5,950 acres, high-fenced & stocked. $1,095/acre Foard/Knox Co. 4,173 acres, Wichita River, great quail & deer. $775/acre Runnels Co. 3,762 acres w/150-acre breeding facility, stocked. $3,195/acre Knox/King Co. 3,655 acres, 3 homes & outbuildings. $1,095/acre Foard Co. 1,000 acres on Beaver Creek, 160 acres cultivated. $1,045/acre Knox Co. 640 acres. $875/acre Foard Co. 543 acres. $1,295/acre Clay Co. 454 acres. $2,050/acre Motley Co. 324 acres. $995/acre Eastland Co. 196 acres, thick oaks, elect. available. $2,450/acre Young Co. 161 acres. $1,575/acre Hardeman Co. 92 acres, never been hunted, large neighbors. $1,275/acre Others Available.

Solid Rock Real Estate 830 597-4311 675 Acres of Hill Country hunting is yours on this property. 20A owner’s park on the river completes this family getaway. $1,755,855 This 200-Acre Hideaway has hwy frontage yet still remote. 4/2 doublewide & beautiful valley. $649,000 Crystal-Clear Nueces Riverfront. 3+-acre lots from $139,900. 3 to 8-acre river access lots from $74,900.

150A Hunting Ranch with 2/1.5 house, 2/1 cabin, 3/2 DW mobile home & rec center. Barns & outbuildings, 3 wells, blinds & feeders. $750,000 Exceptional 60±-Acre Property on Bullhead Creek with high bluff along creek & view of Bullhead Mountain. Excellent homesite. Area known for the unusual amount of native & exotic wildlife. Owner terms. $699,000 Volume 46 Texas Farm&Ranch

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RE/MAX Metro Properties Peggy Braune www.braunerealty.com

361 786-3463 direct 361 449-7770 cell 4003 Jett Road & Hwy 16. San Antonio – Almost 9 acres of highway frontage. $475,000 Hwy 281. Three Rivers – 7.76 acres great location. $325,000 Hwy 281 N. Three Rivers – 7.76 acres hwy frontage. $150,000 CR 114. Simmons – 48.28 acres/barn/hunting/ brush. $2,000/acre Hwy 2281 N. Three Rivers – 10 acres of brush/rural water. $7,000/acre Several Homes on small acreage available. Call for details.

Ranch Connection www.ranchconnection.com

817 624-6564 Bosque Co. - 75 Acres. Deer hunter’s must-have.

Bosque Co. - 400-acre recreational ranch.

Bosque Co. - 30 Acres with beautiful hilltop home.

Hamilton Co. - 930-acre sportsman’s ranch.

Parker Co. - 2,106-acre whitetail deer ranch.

Brewster Co. – 4,100-acre Big Sky alpine ranch.

Jeff Davis Co. – 6-acre mountain retreat.

The Story Group Rick Story

817 992-9218

1,045 Acres, Bosque County. 6,500-sf main house and 3,200-square-foot guesthouse, Beautiful views & multiple buildings. Visit www.JubileeRanchTexas. com for more information.

268 Acres, Hill County. 3,300 feet of beautiful Nolan River frontage and 1+ mile of highway frontage. $4,600/acre 248 Acres, Hill County. State Highway frontage and county road frontage on two sides. $4,000/acre 63 Acres, Johnson County. Excellent horse property, community water and nice rolling terrain with great views from the hilltop and five stocked tanks. $11,000/acre 374 Acres, Tarrant County. Over one mile paved road frontage, Mansfield ISD and two-thirds mineral interest included. $16,000/acre 462 Acres, Fannin County. Nine stocked tanks, over one mile paved highway frontage, two houses and multiple barns. All minerals owned convey with property. $3,600/acre 20 Acres, Hill County. With a 2,920-square-foot house & heated diving pool. Selling with half of minerals. $400,000

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Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty 6606 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, Texas

www.remaxllano.com

210 822-8602

2+ ac. Llano commercial property, Hwy frtg. $99,900 6 ac. San Fernando Creek & Hwy 29 frtg. $45,000 17 ac. Horse property, large arena. $258,000 20 ac. Near Castell on Llano River, 3/2 DW $250,000 30-97 ac. Enchanted Rock views, restricted homesites, wells. $7,500 to $13,000/acre 53-221 ac. Round Mtn area, views, wells, $10,500/ac 67 ac. Riley Mountain acreage, 3 wells, great views, paved rd. $650,000 80 ac. Views, springs, live oaks, canyons, see Enchanted Rock. $640,000 89 ac. SE of Llano, great views, 2 wells, $556,250 90 ac. RR 152 west of Llano, nice older brick home, on Hickory Creek. $8,328/acre 115 ac. Beautiful ranch NE of Llano, 2006 DW 3/2 coastal fields. $699,000 282 ac. Own your own mountain, 360-degree views, & Enchanted Rock. $10,000/acre 378 ac. Hwy 16 frtg between Llano & Fred., springs, oaks, wells. $12,000/acre

140± Acres, Bandera Co., Pipe Creek Flat to rolling bottomland with scenic hilltops. Well with windmill, good roads and fences, rock entrance & selectively cleared homesites. Seasonal creek, springs, spring-fed tank. Contact John Tarrillion.

60± Acres, Bandera Co., Vanderpool Mill Creek borders 1 boundary plus there are seasonal springs & a water well. Level to rolling hills with potential for wonderful homesites offering breathtaking views. Contact John Tarrillion.

45± Acres, Atascosa Co., Rossville Once occupied by the Texas Rangers, the property includes a stucco & limestone home with historically interesting sandstone cellar. Barn, studio, fencing, cross-fencing. Property has been a successful organic produce farm for 15+ years and features a blackberry field. Contact John Tarrillion.

32± Acres, Bandera Co., Pipe Creek Live water with 750± feet of frontage on Pipe Creek, 1 earthen tank & 1 water well. Excellent topography providing a blend of high elevation for views & level land for livestock or horses. Contact John Tarrillion.

7+ Acres, Comal Co., New Braunfels The ultimate luxury for owners & horses! Beautiful improvements include Texas-style timber home with porches & deck. Grand trees. 4-stall barn, tack/feed building, wash rack, pen, kennels. 3-car garage. Staff home/workshop. Fenced. Contact John Tarrillion.

Perry Bushong Real Estate Jane Bushong Brown www.pbushongrealestate.com

830 640-3383 office 830 640-3254 direct 830 329-3354

750 Acres, Hill Country. Living Waters Ranch. 1.5 miles of the beautiful Nueces River, crystal-clear deep water, elegant home, extensive fertile bottomland w/huge live oak and pecan trees, spectacular views, ample game. This beautiful Hill Counry ranch has it all! $5,900,000 591 Acres, Real Co. Rolling terrain epitomizing the excellent “Top of the Divide” country, windmill, pens, three ponds, highway frontage, abundant game, good live oak country. $2,695/acre UNDER CONTRACT: 1,303 ac. Kinney Co. 3 wells w/2 mills & reservoirs, large live oak & piñon, game. $1,395/acre 3,277 Acres, Sutton Co. 3 windmills, house, outbuildings, pens, game. $1,450/acre $1,250/acre 2,179 Acres, Sutton Co. Two windmills, house, outbuildings, game. $1,450/acre $1,250/acre 1,097 Acres, Sutton Co. Windmill, good set of pens, game. $1,450/acre $1,250/acre 250 Acres, Schleicher Co. Great home, good hunting, rolling terrain, beautiful live oak. $650,000

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Pioneer Real Estate www.hillcountryrealestate.net

830 232-6422 114+ AC. Nueces riverfront, pecan & oak, Agr. Tax Val. $571,210 88+ AC. Hunt, oaks, pinion pine, flat & rock bluffs. $132,645 50+ AC. 3/1 cabin w/utilities, hunt, possible owner terms. $139,000 95+ AC. Ranch, hunt, build, earthen tanks, fenced. $2,895 P/AC Commercial/Concan – Several rental homes w/Frio River Access.

33+ AC. Segovia, 3/2 Palm Harbor home, game fenced $224,900 3,305+ AC. Hunter’s lodge, barns, 5 wells, 4 ponds.

Whitetail, turkey, exotics. Will divide. Principles only. $1,495/acre 2/2 Home on Wilderness Preserve w/creek, springs. $385,000

Frosty Miller Real Estate Llano, Texas

325 247-3997 Sloan Ranch - 100 acres located one mile east of Cherokee, TX. Fenced on 3 sides, electricity and good underground water. $3,600/acre Elam Creek Ranch - 534 acres located 7 miles West of Medina, TX. 2,700-square-foot home, pooled area and waterfalls. $4,500,000 Johnson City Homestead - 16.79 acres located 3 miles west of Johnson City, TX. $385,000 Lower Crabapple Homestead - 34.65 acres 14 miles from Main Street in Fredericksburg, TX. $385,000 Valley Spring Ranch - 900 acres located less than 10 miles NW of Llano, TX. $3,960,000

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Llano River Real Estate Tina Hoffman, Broker

325 347-2847 cell 768± Acres With Views & Water! Located in the beautiful Northwest Hill Country, 30 miles west of Mason and 7 miles east of Menard on Highway 29 is the gorgeous Hat Creek Ranch. There are several wells, four sides fenced, cross fencing, Elm Creek running through the property, one large native pasture, mostly tree covered and abundant wildlife, six 2BR/1BA cedar-type cabins w/covered porches, great fishing, canoeing, hunting, swimming, main house & ranch quarters. Great really highway frontage, easy access & no cumbersome easements.

There are several natural springs, tanks and also a very neat suspension bridge that hangs midair between ravines and overlooks a great fishing hole! Hat Creek Ranch was featured in the movie The River’s End. Visit llanoriverrealestate.com for plat and pictures. There truly is something here for everyone! $2,863,000

Phyllis Browning Company www.pbcfarmandranch.com

800 860-0699 Bandera Co. 24.17 acs. Custom 4-2.5. Red Bluff Creek on property. Fenced/cross fenced w/tons of oaks, elms, & pecans.

Bandera Co. 20 acs. 3-2.5 home in Medina Lake Estates w/open plan. Huge screened porch. Gated & fenced w/grass, gardens, fruit trees & wildlife.

Bastrop Co. 160 acs. 2-2 home w/wraparound porch. Small stock pond & wet weather creek. Deer, turkey, & birds. Metal barn.

Bexar Co. 202 acs. Hilltop 5-5.5 brick home w/Hill Country views. Pool. Horse facilities. Near Anaqua Springs Ranch.

Bexar Co. 100 acs. Coastal fields w/mesquite brush.

Stock tank, perimeter fences & 1 water well. Will split into 20 acre tracts.

Bexar Co. 11.69 acs. 4-3 rock w/metal roof. 2-2 quarters, infinity-edge pool, cantina & views.

Blanco Co. 67 acs. Near Johnson City, straddles running Rocky Creek Barn. Bunk house.

Blanco Co. 245 acs. 4-3.5 home w/pond stocked w/fish, seasonal creek & Hill Country terrain. Game fenced w/exotic & native species plus oak & elm.

Cameron Co. 40 acs. Main lodge + 3 guest homes on manicured estate on a picturesque resaca. Ideal location for birdwatching, hunting, & fishing.

Comal Co. 29.2 acs. 4-4.5 ranch-style home w/ rolling hill views. Cabana & outdoor kit. Heated pool. Barn w/stalls.

Frio Co. 200 acs. Great native brush, 3 stock tanks, paved co. rd. access. Frio Co. red dirt & lots of game.

Frio Co. 107 acs. Located at confluence of Frio & Leona rivers. Carrizo well, large trees & cattle pens.

Guadalupe Co. 18 acs. Hilltop building site w/great views. Small tank. Partially fenced. Currently all in hay. Great homestead, horse/cow farm.

Wilson Co. 251 acs. New rock home w/3-car gar. & pool. Add’l 2-story historic home circa 1870.

Karnes Co. 147.99 acs. Oak trees w/cedar elms among creek beds, mixed w/mesquite brush. Great hunting/recreational retreat. 2 stock tanks. Perimeter fenced. Hwy 119 frontage.

Kendall Co. 23.96 acs. Secluded 5-4.5 stone home w/1,200’ Guadalupe river frontage. Cedar beams & int. rock walls. Year round spring-fed creek.

Kendall Co. 27.32 acs. 4-3.5 ranch-style estate with gated entry, fences & x-fences. Oak studded property w/stalls, grazing pasture, det. qtrs. Ag exempt.

Kerr Co. 105.95 acs Recreational ranch w/hilltop 22. Wet weather, spring fed creek, pastures.

Kleburg Co. 26.22 acs. Coastal prop. on Baffin Bay w/340’ of waterfront. Four 2/2 cottages. Lighted 300’ pier. Encl. palapa, cov’d picnic area & some game. Enclosed pool.

Medina Co. 220 acs. Brush + native & improved pastureland. 2 stock tanks. Good fencing. Metal barn for storage.

Medina Co. 50 acs. For homestead/weekend retreat.

Partially fenced. Brush cover w/oaks. Power avail.

Wilson Co. 82 acs. Run-off filled tank, hand dug well, wet-weather creek. Trophy oaks & mesquite.

Abundant wildlife.

Century 21 Hesskew www.c21hesskew.com

903 567-7575 903 873-2141 Wills Point - 4/3.5 estate home on 5 acres, rock wbfp, granite, slate, island pond and a one-bedroom, one-bath cabin. $569,900 Victorian Country - Home on 16 acres, 6/3 layout, beautiful updates and setting. Metal commercial building with office. Live here, work here. $499,999 Southern Charm - updated 6/3 two-story in Wills Point. Beautiful pool. $154,900 Yesteryear - Spacious 3/2.5 home on .6 ac. in historic Wills Point. Hardwoods, master suite. $139,900.

130-Acre Ranch - Rolling land with scattered trees at Grand Saline. Hay pastures, frame home. $345,00.

Covered Bridge – Leads to two-story, four-bedroom, three-bath home on 31 acres, four ponds, second home, barn. Offered for $550,000.

Cheyenne Ridge Outfitters & Lodge www.cheyenneridge.com

877 850-5144 Pierre, SD: Cheyenne Ridge takes pride in offering hunters first-class upland bird hunting. We offer over 6,000 acres of top-notch pheasant preserve hunting land awaiting you for the hunt of a lifetime between September and March. Our land offers excellent habitat and phenomenal amounts of birds.

Our all-inclusive packages include lodging in our beautiful 27,000 square foot lodge. We are capable of accommodating individual hunters and groups of up to 40. This five-star resort is sure to meet all your expectations and more.

Jacobs Properties Montgomery, Texas www.txland.com

936 597-3301 office MONTGOMERY COUNTY Artesian 143+ ac, develop. opportunity in Conroe.

Lonestar Parkway 76+ ac, commercial.

Johnson Rd. 63+ ac, wooded, pond, great homesites.

Magnolia Hill - 19+ ac, wooded, unrestricted, 2 frtgs.

Old Martin Place 19+ ac, wooded, 2 frontages.

Woodlands Hideaway 11+ ac, 30x60 barn, pond, unrestricted.

Bethel 10 ac, unrestricted, Montgomery ISD. Singing Hills 10 ac, pond, forest access, Montgomery ISD. Johnson-Martin 10 ac, unrestricted, commercial opportunities.

Lone Star Estates 9.62 ac, gated community, lake.

Ranches at Pinehurst 7.35 ac, gated comm., wooded.

Hill Creek 7 ac, well, septic & driveway, will divide.

Perfection Ranch Lots, 6 to 15 ac, gated equestrian community.

Woodlane Forest 5 ac, 2 homes, barn, kennel, toy box.

Stonecrest Barn 5 ac, 6-stall full-featured barn, restricted.

Valleywood 5 ac, unrestricted, corner tract.

Rafter JL 4.5 ac, custom 3,134 SF, 3/2.5/2, barn.

Lone Star Estates 3.99 ac, gated community.

Stonecrest House 3 ac, 4/3.5, pool, barn, restricted.

Caroline Street 2.01 ac, historic 2/1 home.

Montgomery Trace 1.96 ac, restricted community.

Highway 105 1.88 ac, commercial.

Freeport Drive 2.71 ac, will divide, commercial.

Vintage Oaks 1.4 - 2.5 ac tracts, new development.

GRIMES COUNTY Sikes Ranch 60+ ac, pasture, 2 ponds, good frtg.

WALLER COUNTY Cedar Creek 28+ ac, office, storage, arena, stalls, 2 frontages.

Hempstead Bypass 17+ ac, FM 1488 @ Hwy. 290.

Mayer Rd. 11 ac, more acres avail, light restrictions.

Hempstead Bypass 4.47 ac, FM 1488 @ Hwy. 290.

SEE OUR AD IN THIS ISSUE FOR: Prairie Home Ranch 663+ ac, Brazoria County.

Garretts Creek 405+ ac, Grimes County.

The Farm 309 ac, Grimes County.

Lazy D Ranch 228 ac, Walker County.

Cutters Dream Farms 54+ ac, Waller County.

M & S Ranch 48+ ac, Walker County.

Country Lodge 34+ ac, Montgomery County.

S Pine Lake 28+ ac, Montgomery County.

Markham Realty, Inc. www.markhamrealty.com View maps & pictures on website

888 286-3575 10 ac. NW Montgomery Co. near Nat’l Forest. $10,000/ac 10 ac. Wooded, 5 mi. W of Huntsville. $68,500 10.4 ac. SW Huntsville, mostly cleared. $7,540/ac 12.5 ac. 4 mi. N. of Huntsville, new fence. $7,850/ac 16 ac. Kornegay Lane. $7,000/ac.

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United Country J. Myane Realty www.jmyanerealty.com

830 833-5511 Custom Home on 3 Acres. 4BR/2.5BA, spectacular views, great decor, pipe fencing. A must-see! $549,900 6.674 Ac. Not in Subd., long triangular-shaped, oaks and views. $70,077 18 Ac. Rolling terrain, heavily wooded. $189,000 20 Ac. No Subd., out of larger ranch. Views, paved access. $325,000 25 Ac. Oaks, level, great soil, ready to build. $357,285 28.8 Ac. Community offers airstrip, pool, guest quarters, trees, views. $275,000 The Sanctuary. Ag evaluation, great views, large oaks, rolling terrain, 25+-acre tracts.

32 Ac. Turkey Creek land, secluded, 2/2 cottage, well, septic, views, ag exempt. $425,000 32 Acres on Blanco River. Hilltop building site, horse friendly, new fencing, well and elec. $599,000 44.5 Ac. Green & peaceful. End of road privacy with great home, horse improvements & more. $975,000 52.59 Ac. Well, electric, McKinney Creek, views, coastal pasture and game. $750,000.

80± Ac. Lots of oak, views, private, 3/2 doublewide. $795,000

Ed White Realty Rocksprings, TX www.edwhiterealty.com

800 683-LAND 1 ac. Ranch hardware & lumberyard, Rocksprings. $1,300,000 1.5 ac. Lake Tawakoni. $125,000 2 ac. Lake Tawakoni. $55,000 6.5 ac. Pulliam Creek, elec, Barksdale. $699,950 20 ac. Pulliam Creek, elec, Barksdale. $1,200,000 24 ac. Cabin, elec, 1000 gal tank $49,950 36 ac. 1/4 windmill well, blind, 2 feeders. $49,950 36 ac. Shared well, elec meter, deer. $49,950 53 ac. Elec avail, shared well, stock tank. $69,000 60 ac. Shared well, elec, camper, 3 blinds, 3 feeders, deer. $119,950 60 ac. End of road, shared well, camper, Winnebago, 3 blinds, 3 feeders, deer. $119,950 64 ac. Cabin, elec, shared well, blinds, feeders. $99,950 73 ac. 500’ furnished cabin, shared well, elec avail, 3 blinds, 3 feeders, hwy frtg, deer, axis, turkey. $99,950 93 ac. Camper, water tanks, blds, fdrs. $79,950.

94 ac. Shed, Polaris ATV, tripod, blind, feeder. $99,950 100 ac. Hilltop view, fence, deer, elk. $109,950 100 ac. County rd, hilltop, deer, elk. $119,950 100 ac. County rd, oak valley, elk. $119,950 100 ac. Tank, Trough, pond, elec avail, deer, axis, black buck, elk. $134,950 100 ac. 2003 Forest River 37’ 2/1 Trailer, deck, elec, water, blinds, feeders, whitetail, axis, elk $159,950 101 ac. Oaks, views, elk, deer. $119,950 101 ac. Oaks, shared well, elk. $129,950 101 ac. Views, old windmill well, deer, elk, elec avail. $139,950 102 ac. Fence, Cave Creek, shared well. $129,950

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102 ac. Elec, fence, views, shared well. $129,950 103 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, creek, roads, hilltop, shared well, elec avail, deer, elk. $129,950 103 ac. County Rd, water, elec, deer, elk $123,000 103 ac. 2160’ Stucco 3/2 CHCA Luxury home, metal roof, appliances, well, deer, turkey, elk, near Lake Amistad $399,950 104 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, valley views, shared well, deer, turkey, elk. $129,950 105 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, Cave Creek, shared well, elec avail, deer, turkey, elk. $129,950 105 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. $129,950 108 ac. Elec, shared well, deer. $149,850 111 ac. 1000’ Two bedroom, Two bath Home with all furniture & appliances, 5 barns with all tools & equipment, water well with tanks & troughs, 1000 lb feeder, two 500 lb feeders, three block feeders, barrel feeder & stand, 16’ stand, feeder filler & trailer, two Big Tex trailers, 3010 Kawasaki Mule, Polaris 4-wheeler, axis, blackbuck antelope, whitetail deer, turkey, dove, quail. $399,950.

120 ac. Shared well, elec, 2 campers, Winnebago, 3 BBQs, 6 blinds, 6 feeders, road end, deer, turkey, axis. $199,950 142 ac. Cabin, 2 blinds, 2 feeders, shared well, views, Red Bluff Creek, axis, turkey. $159,950 146 ac. Fence 2 sides, two 3000 gallon tanks, 2 water troughs, 3000 lb feeder, creek. $699,950 156 ac. Oak valley, fenced 3 sides, 3,000 gal water tank & trough, water guzzler, creek. $699,950 173 ac. 18,000ac neighbor, water tank & trough, feeders, tripods, piñon. $199,950 175 ac. Furnished 12x16 Lodge, 4 stands, 3 feeders, road end, shared well. $179,950 201 ac. Road 2 sides, shared well, views, elec avail, deer, elk. $219,900 201 ac. County Rd, water, views, deer. $228,000 201 ac. Road 2 sides, shared well, views, elec avail, deer, elk. $229,900 206 ac. 646’ cabin, two 550-gallon tanks, one 1,100gallon water tank, Road 2 sides, elec, Indian Creek, aoudad, axis, fallow, deer, elk, turkey. $349,950.

208 ac. Road 1 side, fenced 1 side, big valley, shared well, elec avail. $249,950 210 ac. 29’ Travel Trailer, 3 water tanks & troughs, 4 blinds & feeders, wildlife pond. $325,000 233 ac. Road end, fenced 2 sides, creek valley, shared well, deer, turkey. $299,950 301 ac. Four water systems, 3000 lb feeder, fence, oaks. $1.199 mil 309 ac. Remote, 2 wells, 3 cabins, tank, elec, deer, turkey. $399,950 317 ac. Furnished Cabin, guest cabin, shared well, BBQ, 6 stands, 5 feeders, deer, turkey. $339,900 334 ac. Road 2 sides, fence 2 sides, hilltop views, old well & tank, deer, elk. $399,950 490 ac. Hwy, pond, dam, elec avail, cabin, 5 blinds/ feeders, fenced, 300’ well, new well & pressure tank, big deer. $629,900 500 ac. Awesome multi-mile views, fenced 2 sides, water, elec avail, deer, turkey, elk $649,950.

542 ac. End of road, fenced 3 sides, elec, 3,000 gallon water tank, big oaks. $999,000 710 ac. Luxury 1900’ 4/2 home, lodge, 4 cabins, 4 barns, pool, tennis courts, feed silo & auger, native & exotics, 2200’ airstrip. $2.95 mil 742 ac. 1276’ 3/2 Home, 2400’ barn & bunkhouse, 1256’ pole barn, 2 sub-pump wells, windmill well, axis, deer, turkey. $1,480,000 1,239 ac. 1600’ Hilltop Home, bunkhouse, barn, apartment, 2 wells, fenced, hwy frt. $2.10 mil 1,390 ac. End of road, fenced 3 sides, windmill well, hilltop views, deer, elk, turkey. $1.90 mil

1,452 ac. Three bedroom, one bath ranch home, bunkhouse, 120,000 gallon swimming pool, 13,000 gallon reservoir, 1200’ steel barn, 3600’ pole barn, 1476’ pole barn, working pens, sub-pump well, windmill well, stock pond, high fenced, deer, turkey, 11,000’ highway frontage. $2.89 mil 2,000+ac. Rancho Venado Muy Grande, Highway frtg, four bedroom manager’s home, guest master suite, Lodge for 10 guests, lodging for wildlife guides & ranch hands, swimming pool, home, barn, 3 wells, ponds, troughs, commercial feed equipment, game facilities, walk-in cooler, ranch vehicles & ATVs, perimeter high fenced, working ranch income of approximately $150,000, top quality whitetail, elk, turkey, dove, quail. $3.45 mil

Cohrs Realty Group 956 330-1878 1,100± Adjoining Acres of turn-key Sugarcane Farm.

895± acres is in sugarcane; 50% is under 3 years old. 205± acres is in quality row crop farmland. All land is laser-leveled and irrigated (gravity concrete canals). Excellent cotton base/yield. Entire farm is centrally located in the lower Rio Grande Valley. 755 acres RGVSG Grinding Rights negotiable. $5,500/ ac. Financing available. Gross income potential $1 million+ annually. Call 956 330-1878. Broker/owner.

Located 12 Miles Inside the King Ranch is a hunter’s paradise. Trophy deer, Nilgai, turkey, quail, dove, javelinas, hogs & ducks. $5,500/acre. 567 acres. Call 956 330-1878. Broker/owner.

Rendon Ranch - In terms of natural beauty & location, Rendon Ranch is in the middle of South Texas’ most sought-after area. Located about 8 miles north of Hwy 186 on US Hwy 281, this beauty won’t last long. Call Jon at 956 330-1878 today.

Childress Ranch Investments www.childressranchinv.com

830 964-4600 271 Ac-GONZALES CO-Co. Rd, heavily wooded with large live oak, elm, mesquite, 2 miles of creek, cross fenced, well, deer, turkey, feral hog. $2,950/Ac 410 Ac-HAMILTON CO-Co. Rd, rolling hills, well, 3 tanks, roads, excellent quail place, deer $1,995/Ac 410 Ac-HAMILTON CO-Co. Rd, rolling hills, creek, tank, scattered oaks, quail place. $2,395/Ac 820 Ac-HAMILTON CO-Co. Rd, rolling hills, well, creek, 3 tanks, mesquite, cedar and scattered oaks, good pasture grasses, 1/4 minerals. $1,995/Ac 1,600 Ac-FREESTONE CO-Hwy, rolling, 30% wooded, 8 water wells, creeks, 20 springs, 15 stock tanks, cottage, mgr. home, cattle place, deer and waterfowl. $2,500/Ac 2,834 Ac-VAL VERDE CO- End of the road, high fenced game ranch, good tree cover, 2 mobile homes, 3 wells, turnkey hunting ranch with exotics. $795/Ac 12,000 Ac-WEBB CO-Lying in northern Webb Co., east of I-35, has a ranch house, metal barn, hunting lodge, 2 water wells and 12 stock tanks. $1,395/Ac

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Century 21 Harvey Properties

Century 21 Home & Ranch Realty

2550 Lamar Avenue, Paris, TX 75460

See these properties and more at: www.c21homeandranch.com

903 785-8484 800 785-8495 643+ ACRES - rolling, wooded terrain located on county road. MLS#20292. $1,931,136 129 ACRES including 70 acres set up for horses with 6 paddocks, water to each area. Remaining acreage open. Small residence, 2 ponds, 10-stall barn and equipment barn. MLS#20349. $490,000 249 ACRES of which 188 acres is in grass with 2 ponds, new lake…61 acres were farmed in 2006.

Great for cattle or hunting. MLS#19829. $373,500 205+ ACRES. Nice recreational tract, wooded w/ some open areas. Rolling terrain, secluded. Old home and utilities on property. MLS#20390. $380,619

VIP Country Properties Visit www.vipcountry.net for detailed brochures and property plats.

979 865-9459 Cross Roads Farm 89 ac, Austin Co. New fencing, a restored barn, a small caretaker’s house, distant views, pond, rolling pastures. $895,000 La Bahia Manor 15.9 ac, Washington Co., 2187 sq.ft. custom built home, rolling pasture, mature trees, seasonal creek, red barn. Price Reduced to $450,000 Little Tahoe 12.8 ac, Colorado Co, Heavily wooded, nature trails, 2+ acre spring-fed lake. $225,500 Legacy Oaks 25.3 ac, Austin Co., clusters of large live oaks, grassy meadow, sandy soil. $455,400 Legacy Oaks II 24.3 ac, Austin Co., Sandy soil, gentle roll, scattered trees. $437,400 Tucked-Away Farm 38 ac, Washington Co., Wooded areas, meadows, nature trails, 2+ ac lake. $329,970 Greenvine Vista II 20-53 ac, Washington Co., Hilltop view, pond, long road frontage, convenient to Round Top. $12,000 per acre Little Tahoe 12.88 ac, Colorado Co, Heavily wooded, nature trails, 2+ acre spring-fed lake. $225,500 Meadow Bend Acres 7.5 ac, Austin Co, nice location for new construction on a quiet gravel county road, gentle roll, sandy loam soil. $125,000 Prime Commercial Acreage 5 ac, Located on I-10 frontage road just west of US 77, approx. 450 ft. road frontage, additional 30 acres available. $490,050 ($2.25 per sq. ft.)

SEE OUR AD IN THIS ISSUE FOR: Hill House Ranch 176 ac, Washington Co. Hester Hill 39 ac, Washington Co., $1,475,000 Red Roof Ranch 13.9 ac, Austin Co., $749,500 Rolling Vistas 90 ac, Washington Co., $777,535 Belle Oaks Manor 23 ac, Robertson Co., $1.985 mil Heritage Trail Haven 9.66 ac, Austin Co., $865,000 Fraser Farm 96 ac, Fayette Co., $650,000 Hickory Creek Ranch 135 ac, Waller Co. $10,500/ac Takin’ Five Ranch 78 ac, Colorado Co., $1,400,000 Scenic View Ranch 60 ac, Washington Co., $690,000 Magnolia Hill 81 ac, Fayette Co., $925,000 Cedar Hill Vista 21+ac, Washington Co. $849,500

866-88RANCH (72624) 50-Acre Horse Facility. 3/2.2/2 rock home, covered back patio, in-ground pool, Coastal, sandy soil, hay storage, nice horse barn, 2 runs w/sheds, 3-stall metal barn, cutting & round pens, 2 water wells, paved county road, much more. $825,000 80 Acres Excellent Development Potential. 5 miles North of Stephenville, coastal, thick cover, 2 tanks, big barn, good fences, paved frontage on 2 sides.

Offered for $640,000 80 Acres Excellent Invest/Develop Potential.

Five miles S. of Stephenville, lush Coastal, partially wooded, 300 sq. ft. unfinished structure, water well, 4 coastal traps. $600,000 117±-Acre Hunting Property. West Erath County, the perfect mix grass & trees, deer, turkey and fowl, water well, 1 mile off pavement. $409,500

No Fences Land Company 817 685-6300 Deep Creek Ranch Coryell & Bosque County, Texas Deep Creek Ranch is in southern Bosque and northern Coryell Counties, often referred to as the northern portion of the Texas Hill Country and the heart of Central Texas. This multi-faceted ranch features 2,544± acres in a high-fenced hunting Heaven, a first-class horse facility, an expansive cattle-working operation & has had 18+ years of expert management. The water on this incredible property is equally impressive with four lakes and 14 ponds, numerous creeks, the Middle Bosque River and a beautiful 35’ waterfall called Pickens Pool. This magnificent property is tied together with a spectacular 9,500±-square-foot main house with a stunning lodge-like interior and trophy/ great room. Year after year, trophies of all kinds have been selectively harvested on Deep Creek Ranch. The 2006 Texas Big Game Award for a NonTypical Whitetail was harvested off this ranch. This incredible new High-Fenced Texas Record grossed 267 3/8 B&C. Elk in the 419 B&C range have also been taken on Deep Creek. The time and effort spent in making this ranch as wildlife-friendly as possible is evident when viewing the food plots, cultivated fields, protein feeder locations, forage variety and hunting blind locations. Numerous exotic species include fallow, axis, blackbuck, red lechwe, blue wildebeest, scimitar horned oryx, aoudad sheep and elk. Hunting pressure has been light and selective to insure large, trophy-class, healthy populations.

Deep Creek Ranch is just two hours from Dallas/ Ft. Worth, one and a half hours from Austin, two and a half hours from San Antonio and less than 40 minutes from Waco. This gorgeous property is offered for $12,084,000.

Navasota Realty www.navasotarealtyinc.com

936 825-5094 22 Acres with a two-story home in Washington County. Surrounded by trees with two workshops on slab and a mother in law home for a possible home/business opportunity. Offered for $440,000.

Motivated seller.

83 Acres, Snook, Burleson County, farmland with commercial possibilities and frontage on both sides of FM 50 and two corners. Just nine miles from College Station.

17±-Acre Commercial Corner in Navasota on FM 379 and FM 1227. Zoned light industrial. More acreage available. Multiple possibilities. $740,000 Navasota River Haven. Gated equestrian community just outside Navasota in Grimes County. Riding & hiking trails, river sports, 30+ acres of common parks. 5 to 20-acre tracts.

Navasota River Haven Tract#2 - 19.52 ac with 600 feet of Cedar Creek Frontage & private lake. Offered for $300,000.

Navasota River Haven Tract # 8 - 10.1 acres on the corner of Lake Victoria Drive. A homesite lies close to scattered hardwoods, with a private lake. Offered for $235,000 Navasota River Haven Tract #16 - 18 acres with 1,800 feet of majestic Navasota River frontage with a pleasant view of the river and the railroad trestle in the distance. $300,000 4.36 Acres & lovely 2,577-sf, 3/2 home & spacious garage with guest quarters in peaceful neighborhood close to town. $329,000

Terry Wootan Real Estate www.terrywootanrealestate.com

325 247-5711 1,887± Acres - Fisher & Jones Counties. Two miles of Sweetwater Creek, monster whitetails, 3BR/2BA home. Great turn-key hunting property! $1,250/ac 689± Acres - Taylor Co. Beautiful mountains, top-ofthe-line furnished 5/3.5 main home, wind production, all royalties convey. Great hunting. $1,850,000 437+Acres - San Saba Co. In the Elm Grove community, beautiful rock home, 2,900’± of Colorado River, excellent views, great hunting, large oaks, & panoramic views! Come take a look! $5,495/ac 269+Acres - Llano Co. 10± miles south of Llano on Hwy 16 on CR 113, Goldmine Creek, great hunting, some exotics, excellent views of the Enchanted Rock/Oxford area. Beautiful ranch! $6,995/acre 55+ Acres - Llano Co. Perfect horse facility! Roping arena, 2BR/2BA home, bunkhouse, hay barn, located West of Llano. $750,000 45.9± Acres - Llano Co. Between Llano and Brady.

Excellent fencing, great views, large oaks, beautiful area! $5,500/acre 36+ Acres - Llano Co. Not in subdivision, great views, water well, new fence on 3 sides. HWY 16 towards Fredericksburg. Excellent horse property. $10,500/ac 35± Acres - Llano Co. Just west of Llano.

Underground irrigation, high fenced, 50 gpm well.

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

325 646-5656 office 866 646-5656 toll free 4,300 Ac. SOUTH TEXAS, Kinney Co. Transition area, great brush, good underground water, electricity, lodge, paved frontage. $1,595/Ac. #06-182-9 2,736 Ac. NORTH TEXAS, Haskell Co. High-fenced game ranch, huge deer & ready to shoot, 3 miles of Paint Creek & Mule Creek, which feeds Lake Stamford & Lake Stamford frontage, water galore.

This is a HUNTER’S PARADISE with excellent deer, duck, turkey, quail, dove & hog hunting. #07-057-9 2,560 Ac. SOUTHWEST TEXAS, Val Verde Co. Turn-key hunting ranch, 6BR lodge, 7 wells, blinds & feeders, secluded. $584/Ac. or $1,495 mil. #06-031-1 2,500 Ac. WEST TEXAS, Regan Co. more land is available, excellent deer & quail hunting, excellent underground water, electricity. $595/Ac. #06-179-5 1,931 Ac. WEST CENTRAL TEXAS, Nolan Co. heavy mesquite brush country to rolling hills, good surface water, lodge, excellent deer & quail, close to 1-20. Priced at $1,150/Ac. #07-003-9 1,889 Ac. WEST CENTRAL TEXAS, Coke Co. EXTREME TOPOGRAPHY with 300 feet of elevation change within the ranch, large live oak & pecan trees in the valleys & creek bottoms, oak brush, cedar & mesquite trees, live spring, community water & electricity. $1,995/Ac. #07-083-5 Ask for Dale.

739 Ac. WEST CENTRAL TEXAS, Concho Co. High-fenced turn-key hunting ranch, 6BR lodge, metal barn, improved deer herd & excellent water. $1,800,000. #06-119-5 656 Ac. NORTH TEXAS, Stonewall Co. EXCELLENT TOPOGRAPHY, secluded hunting ranch. Good cover for game, one stock tank, two natural springs provide water for the deer, dove, some quail, some turkey & mule deer, some minerals. Excellent site for electricgenerating windmills. Priced at $895/Ac. Call Dale about #07-116-5.

331 Ac. CENTRAL TEXAS, Coleman Co. Live oak, mesquite & cedar, 10-acre lake, surface tank, excellent hunting & fishing. $1,850/Ac. #06-170-13 305 Ac. CENTRAL TEXAS, Eastland Co. Paved road frontage, HIGH FENCED, turn-key deer breeding operation, deer breeding herd to convey with sale, exotics, 3DR-2BA ranch house, mobile home, large barn, 7 stock tanks, community water & close to 120. #07-146-9. Ask for Jeremy.

Martin Land Sales www.martinlandsales.com

817 538-6846 Aledo, TX 254 918-LAND Stephenville, TX Manicured 177 Acres. 5BR/3.5BA. 2ac Lake, Barn, Arena, On Pavement, Near Gorman. $2,200,000 497±-Acre Glen Rose Ranch. 3/1Cabin, 1 hr. from DFWMetro. Deer and Turkey Offered at $5,000/ac.

150± Acres in Eastland County. 4BE/3BA country home. Barn, pavilion, deer, South of I-20 near Eastland. $450,000.

866.09± Acres. Almost 2 miles of Lake Brownwood shoreline, hilltop views. Investment $5,500/acre Own Your Own Mountain! 3/2 on 20± acres. Chaulk Mt. GlenRose. Deer & Turkey, great views $250,000 Beautiful Stone Home. 4br/4ba, guesthouse, 6-stall barn, on 3.43± acres. Stephenville. $479,500 5±-Acre Tract for the perfect country home. $39,000 25± Acres just off 219 at CR 373, Dublin, Pipe & cable fence, pond, electric, sandy soil. $145,000 97.35± Ac. Stephenville, Sandy soil, spring fed pond.

Water well $775,000 Quiet Country Living. 3/2 home, barn & shop, near Lake Proctor. 7.58 acres. $122,500 4BR/3BA Stone Home on 90± acres. Metal barn, coastal, deer, dove and turkey. Carbon. $519,900 90± Acres. Prime development potential. Millsap. $900,000 315 Acres. 2 seasonal creeks, 4 ponds, windmill, elec, lots of deer & turkey. Near Proctor. $3,750/ac Wonderful 4BR/3.5BA Home on 166 ac. Near Cisco.

More acreage available.

Walker, Wallace & Emerson 864 457-2448 Inspiring Views - Comfort and elegance pervade this magnificent 20-acre estate that blends beautifully with its idyllic surroundings. Overlooking pristine mountain vistas, lush fields and hardwoods, this home offers 4 bedrooms, combination living/dining room with stately stone fireplace, epicurean kitchen and an expansive screened porch overlooking the pool and mountains. $1,165,000. For more information, please contact Madelon Wallace at 864 316-3484.

The View! The View! The View! This truly is a beautiful property, rolling & open with mature hardwoods, a stream at the back and great mountain views. Older home on the property near The Cliffs at Glassy. These 25.35 acres have a lot of potential on N. Tigerville Road. $675,000. Call Madelon Wallace 864 316-3484 or Jackie Brouse 864 285-1870.

Beautiful Mountain View! Conveniently located just 3 miles to charming Landrum, and easy access to I-26, this property offers beautiful mountain views with 22.96 acres. This homesite is rolling & open with 10± acres cleared and the back portion wooded. Hogback Mountain Road. $450,000. Call Madelon Wallace 864 316-3484 or Jackie Brouse 864 285-1870.

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Almy & Company 800 258-ALMY (2569) 2,430 Feet on the Paluxy River with irrigation rights and no flooding near Bluff Dale. 123.24 acres for $1,145,000 or $9,290/ac. 2 owners and 2 ranches. 61.487 acres with house for $750,000 & 61.751 acres with barn for $395,000. Both ranches have around 1,200 feet on the Paluxy River.Call Buddy Almy, Broker at 1-800-258-ALMY (2569) or 817 999-2837. Visit www.hcnew.com/~almyco.

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