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FEATURED RANCHES 23 v Paradise Found Listed by Steve Grant Real Estate

36 v 4 Aces Ranch Listed by Hood Real Estate Company

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Listed by Coldwell Banker Swope, Realtors

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REFERENCE 9 v Broker Index 10 v Property Index & Map

CLASSIFIEDS 171 v Additional Properties in the Marketplace

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broker index

5 Star Country Properties ........... 140 Adkins & Associates ...................... 94 Aldrich-Thomas Group ................ 148 Allen Real Estate............................ 108 Altus Realty.....................................150 AmanVerde Land Co. Inc. ........... 166 Anders Realty .................................. 75 Apex Realty Brokerage .................158 Avant Ranch Sales......................... 167 Bacon Ranch Sales ........................122 Beach Properties.............................. 78 Bill Johnson & Associates Real Estate .................................... 116 Century 21 Harvey Properties, Inc. ..............156 Century 21 Ruple Properties........ 84 Chas S. Middleton and Son ........138 Childress Ranch Investments .... 121 Chip Cole, Ranch Broker ............124 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage ................ 170 Coldwell Banker S.G. Billings Realtors.................. 167 Coldwell Banker Swope, Realtors ............................. 88 Coldwell Banker United .............. 108 Deitra Robertson Real Estate, Inc. ............................. 49 Dominion Properties....................153 duPerier Real Estate, LLC ...........123 Ed White Realty .............................. 26 Evans and Associates ...................125 Fred L. Graff Realty PLLC ...........126 Frontier Farm & Ranch............... 166 Frosty Miller Ranch Realty, Inc. .......................127 Hall and Hall .................................. 163 Henry S. Miller Commercial ........................155, 170 Heritage Texas Country Properties .................... 151

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Hodde Real Estate Co. .................152 Hoffman International Properties ............... 62 HomeLand Properties .................157 Hood Real Estate Company ......... 36 The Horn Real Estate Group........ 19 Jacobs Properties........................... 110 John McCollom & Associates Realtors .....................128 Johnnie Rosenauer Realtor ..........141 KBR Properties ................................ 90 Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty ..................... 44 La Gloria Land Company ........... 142 Land Advisors Organization ......129 land/water/sky ................................ 98 LANDTX ........................................... 58 Lee, Lee, & Puckitt Associates Inc. ............................... 96 The Luedecke Group Realtors ... 146 Mac A. Coalson................................ 54 Markham Realty, Inc. ................... 114 Mason & Morse Ranch Company ......................... 162 Meek Ranch Sales ........................... 72 National Agent Network.............. 143 Navasota Realty ............................. 144 Open Range, Inc............................130 Phyllis Browning Company .......... 69 Preston Carlton Real Estate Services, Inc. ........... 145 The Priority Group, Inc. ..............154 Prudential Angel Fire Real Estate ................ 164 Quail Pro, LLC ............................... 161 Ranch & Hunting Land ..............120 Ranch Connection .......................... 87 Ranch Investments ....................... 131 Ranch Locator Company ............ 160 Ranch Marketing Associates....... 165 Ranch Realty ..................................133 RanchLand Network .................... 169 Rare Earth.......................................137 The Real Estate Station ................139 Rohan Realty ..................................132 Round Top Real Estate ................ 112 Schulgen Ranch Investments ....... 92 Signor Farm and Ranch .............. 102 Steve C. Lewis Ranch Real Estate ....................... 168 Steve Grant Real Estate........... 23, 50 Suttle & Company........................ 104 Tejas Properties .............................135 Terry Wootan Real Estate.com ...136 Texas Homestead Real Estate .......81 Texas Ranch Sales, LLC............... 100 Tina McCelvey & Associates Real Estate ....................................134 Transwestern ................................. 168 U.S. Land and Home Farm and Home Realty .............159 United Country Real Estate......... 118 United Country Real Estate Jerry Elkins ................................... 169 VIP Country Properties ............... 106 W. K. Shumpes Co.......................... 66 Waller County Land Company ... 149 Williams Trew Farm & Ranch ... 147

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property index Acres±

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9.................... Fayette....................... 151 10.................. Austin........................ 106 10.................. Grimes...................... 140 14.................. Austin........................ 107 15.................. Bell............................. 148 15.................. Fayette....................... 112 15.................. Fayette....................... 113 18.................. Travis......................... 167 19.................. Austin........................ 106 19.................. Colorado.................. 113 20.................. Comal.......................... 47 20.................. Lampasas................. 109 20.................. Waller........................ 112 20.................. Washington............. 116 22.................. Washington............. 151 27.................. Travis......................... 109 30.................. Waller........................ 149 31.................. Austin........................ 116 32.................. Bexar........................... 19 33.................. Austin........................ 151 33.................. Waller........................ 149 36.................. Fayette....................... 112 40.................. Washington............. 106 42.................. Dewitt........................ 151 53.................. Washington............. 107 55.................. Waller........................ 111 60.................. Waller........................ 102 68.................. Medina........................ 70 75.................. Fayette....................... 113 75.................. Travis......................... 145 80.................. Grimes...................... 144 85.................. Washington............. 102 88.................. Austin........................ 107 96.................. Austin........................ 116 101................ Grimes........................ 49 106................ Washington.............152 112................ Austin........................ 117 122............... Washington............. 106 122............... Fayette....................... 113

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Acres± County Page 125............... Grimes...................... 144 127............... Fayette....................... 112 131................ Comal.......................... 69 131................ Waller.......................... 49 150............... Medina........................ 46 158............... Austin........................ 107 184............... Dewitt.......................... 85 192............... Wilson........................ 61 200............... Guadalupe................. 47 200............... Lampasas.................122 206............... Austin........................152 211................ Lee............................. 140 246............... Washington.............152 251................ Wilson........................ 71 256............... Mills........................... 168 270............... Grimes...................... 115 293............... Madison.................... 114 300............... Medina........................ 46 309............... Grimes...................... 110 340............... Uvalde......................... 45 341................ Caldwell.......................41 351................ Medina...................... 169 384............... Uvalde..........................74 384............... Uvalde....................... 101 400............... Wilson........................ 85 405............... Grimes...................... 110 405............... Uvalde......................... 45 409............... Burleson................... 131 419................ Grimes...................... 144 425............... Hamilton.................. 119 489............... Austin.......................... 90 490............... Kinney......................... 30 495............... McCulloch...............127 528............... McCulloch...............136 550............... Washington.............158 552............... Burleson................... 140 591................ Bell............................. 146 591................ Williamson.............. 146 746................ Kinney......................... 33 765................ Uvalde......................... 45 828............... McCulloch.................58 856............... Milam........................ 148 869............... Grimes........................ 49 900............... San Saba................... 118 910................ Coryell...................... 131 930............... Hamilton.................... 87 975............... Medina........................ 46 1,012............ Williamson................ 94 1,207............ Mills............................. 83 1,208............ Uvalde......................... 72 1,350............ Travis.........................129 2,004............ Coryell......................122 2,251............ Uvalde......................... 99 2,293............ Kinney......................... 45 2,322............ Menard.....................133 2,448............ Kinney..........................74 2,693............ Kinney......................... 82 3,165............ Menard.....................127 4,000............ Kinney....................... 100 4,000............ Kinney.......................135 4,000............ Kinney....................... 161 7,000............ Uvalde......................... 99 9,310............ Lampasas................. 131 9,909............ Kinney....................... 160 17,117........... Kinney......................... 36 17,117........... Uvalde......................... 36

High Plains

2,618............ Childress.................... 52

Hill Country

1.................... Llano......................... 103 2.................... Kerr............................128 5.................... Gillespie.................... 103 10.................. Gillespie....................137 16.................. Kendall....................... 66 17.................. Kerr............................128 26.................. Gillespie....................132 27.................. Gillespie....................132 32.................. Real............................ 105 37.................. Kendall....................... 66 37.................. Hays........................... 166 38.................. Kerr.............................. 82

Acres± County Page 40.................. Kerr.............................. 92 40.................. Hays........................... 166 44.................. Gillespie...................... 46 46.................. Kendall....................... 80 48.................. Kendall....................... 59 50.................. Gillespie....................137 50.................. Blanco......................... 77 50.................. Burnet....................... 109 50.................. Real............................ 105 56.................. Bandera.....................132 61.................. Burnet....................... 167 78.................. Kendall....................... 48 79.................. Gillespie....................137 80.................. Gillespie...................... 75 81.................. Kerr.............................. 40 83.................. Gillespie...................... 47 93.................. Kendall....................... 67 105................ Kendall....................... 78 106................ Gillespie....................132 109................ Kendall....................... 68 110................ Kerr............................128 115................ Gillespie....................132 117................ Kerr............................153 120............... Gillespie...................... 77 125............... Gillespie....................132 133............... Gillespie....................132 145................ Hays............................. 94 148................ Gillespie.......................41 157............... Burnet....................... 146 159............... Burnet....................... 146 160................ Kendall....................... 88 160................ Kerr............................ 105 171................ Gillespie...................... 75 180............... Kendall....................... 48 188............... Blanco......................... 76 190............... Edwards...................... 84 196............... Kendall....................... 80 200............... Blanco....................... 119 200............... Gillespie....................132 200............... Kerr.............................. 48 201................ Gillespie...................... 83 207............... Kerr............................128 213................ Kimble........................ 35 216................ Llano.........................136 220............... Kimble........................ 73 220............... Llano.........................136 225............... Bandera.....................123 226............... Kerr............................125 230............... Bandera....................... 93 231................ Kendall....................... 68 245............... Blanco......................... 70 260............... Bandera....................... 67 260............... Llano.........................136 275............... Real............................ 105 302............... Gillespie...................... 76 305............... Burnet......................... 43 326............... Kendall.....................159 345............... Bandera....................... 48 351................ Bandera....................... 67 404............... Bandera.....................152 423............... Blanco....................... 168 458............... Kendall....................... 71 497............... Hays............................. 99 516................ Blanco......................... 61 532............... Kimble........................ 83 536............... Gillespie...................... 60 594............... Blanco......................... 95 609............... Blanco......................... 60 626............... Blanco......................... 98 650............... Blanco....................... 100 710................ Edwards...................... 28 742................ Edwards...................... 29 754............... Real.............................. 39 828............... Burnet.......................122 850............... Kendall....................... 79 895............... Blanco....................... 108 1,189............ Edwards...................... 32 1,558............ Hays...........................129 1,561............ Blanco......................... 98 1,789............ Kerr............................ 143 1,800............ Edwards...................... 58 1,800............ Edwards....................135 3,300............ Hays............................. 95

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5.................... Denton......................139 10.................. Denton......................139 11.................. Denton......................139 20.................. Collin........................150 27.................. Denton......................139 62.................. Ellis.............................. 62 106................ Hunt............................ 50 151................ Ellis............................ 170 352............... Jack.............................. 56 352............... Wise............................. 56 403............... Parker.......................... 57 430............... Cooke.......................... 63 664............... Fannin.......................150

Northeast

23.................. Henderson................. 52 46.................. Anderson.................... 50 60.................. Henderson................. 23 64.................. Henderson................. 51 109................ Houston.................... 115 119................ Henderson................. 50 159............... Smith......................... 118 172................ Cass........................... 169 177................ Anderson.................... 52 185............... Anderson.................... 51 198............... Anderson.................... 50 206............... Henderson................. 53 211................ Smith........................... 53 215................ Anderson.................... 52 260............... Anderson.................... 42 297............... Wood........................... 53 367............... Lamar........................ 118 430............... Henderson................. 51 646............... Henderson...............155 1,251............ Morris....................... 169 2,600............ Red River..................156

Northwest

220............... Comanche................ 166 385............... Runnels.....................120 388............... Brown........................120 429............... Comanche................ 166 780............... Coleman...................120 825............... Wichita..................... 119 885............... Coleman..................... 44 1,056............ Coleman...................120 1,147............ Jack.............................. 84 2,618............ Hardeman.................. 52 5,353............ Throckmorton........ 147 5,740............ Clay............................ 142 6,327............ Clay.............................. 96 8,300............ Stephens..................... 54 10,000.......... Shackelford..............138 15,000.......... Knox............................ 56 15,775.......... Shackelford................ 97

South

4.................... Victoria.....................130 50.................. Frio............................134 133............... Atascosa...................... 86 135............... Frio.............................. 44 160................ Frio.............................. 85 195............... Atascosa...................... 86 200............... Frio............................125 203............... Frio.............................. 70 206............... Frio............................125 250............... Atascosa...................... 86 312................ Duval......................... 170 323............... Dimmit...................... 167 473............... Frio............................ 101 512................ Jim Wells.................... 44 571............... Live Oak................... 100 638............... Maverick..................... 73 735............... Frio............................ 141 735............... La Salle..................... 141 900............... La Salle.....................134 945............... Jim Wells.................... 83 948............... Maverick..................... 84 956............... Zavala.......................... 72 956............... Zavala........................ 101 1,086............ Jim Wells.................... 44 1,238............ Cameron...................127

Acres± County Page 1,242............ Atascosa...................... 86 1,275............ Frio............................ 141 1,290............ Atascosa.................... 101 1,655............ Frio............................ 167 1,656............ Dimmit.........................74 1,765............ Goliad......................... 72 1,805............ Zavala........................134 1,938............ Frio............................ 141 1,938............ Zavala........................ 141 1,970............ Live Oak................... 142 2,188............ Maverick..................... 73 2,500............ McMullen.................134 2,650............ Duval......................... 100 3,000............ Maverick..................... 85 4,440............ Maverick...................125 5,058............ Frio.............................. 59 5,486............ Webb......................... 121 5,880............ Duval......................... 142 5,941............ Brooks......................... 72 12,000.......... Webb......................... 121

Southeast

7.................... Montgomery.............. 49 30.................. Montgomery............ 111 33.................. Montgomery............ 140 33.................. Walker....................... 114 47.................. Walker....................... 115 48.................. Walker....................... 111 68.................. Walker....................... 114 88.................. Walker....................... 115 100................ Fort Bend.................135 241................ Walker....................... 114 481................ Walker....................... 117 640............... Jasper........................157 663............... Brazoria.................... 110 695............... Liberty.......................157 2,040............ Jackson..................... 142 2,493............ Walker.......................157 5,277............ Jackson....................... 81 5,975............ Matagorda................ 118

West

103................ Val Verde.....................31 234............... Val Verde.................... 34 339............... Val Verde.................... 34 468............... Coke..........................133 573............... Val Verde.................... 34 630............... Schleicher.................133 667............... Sutton.......................... 47 2,000............ Val Verde.................... 27 3,825............ Terrell.......................... 73 6,942............ Val Verde.................... 96 7,360............ Brewster...................... 96 7,833............ Presidio.....................124 9,100............ Val Verde.....................74 17,100........... Val Verde..................126

Outside the Region Colorado

120............... Archuleta.................. 163 1,010............. Archuleta.................. 163 1,235............ Grand........................ 165

Mexico

1,191..... Municipio de Zaragoza......26 2,681..... Municipio de Zaragoza..... 26

New Mexico

10.................. Colfax........................ 164 40.................. Colfax........................ 164 280............... Colfax........................ 164 109,065....... Chaves...................... 163 109,065....... De Baca..................... 163 250,000....... San Miguel............... 162

Oklahoma

190............... McCurtain................ 119

Wyoming

1,040............ Sublette..................... 163

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Bandera Blanco Burnet Edwards Gillespie Hays Kendall Kerr Kimble Llano Mason Real

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Cover Ranch

Unique

Hill Country

Castle

Central Texas v Bexar County v Helotes

J

ust off Bandera Road, north of Helotes in Bexar County, Texas, is a modern-day castle.

Encompassing 32.4 acres on the second-highest point in Bexar County, the house itself sits

at 1,100 feet, and the property has many excellent, flat building sites to consider additional buildings or homesites. Only four miles north of San Antonio, the property is surrounded by a cushion of trees and feels like it is 30 miles from nowhere on a private, outdoor playground in the Texas Hill Country. It is an ideal location with proximity to the sophisticated amenities of San Antonio and borders over 8,600 acres of Government Canyon State Natural Area.

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developmentsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Los Reyes Canyon, Shadow Hill Country. Dramatic hillsides, limestone and offers an even more impressive lookout to Canyon and Canyon Ranchâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;securing the area

cliffs and scenic canyons covered with live the beautiful vistas outside and beyond. The

around the property with a deed-restricted

oak and mesquite are relieved by short grassy cool, refreshing tone of the interior is accented

zone. The castle is a true investment property

meadows and a profusion of wildflowers.

and is likely to appreciate in value over a short

Recently,

the

house

was

extensively

by wide tile floors and clean white walls, which are a welcome respite as the summer sun

period of time due to its size and scope in remodeled in order to standardize the features reaches high in the sky. relation to San Antonio and the surrounding and make it compatible with modern comfort managed communities.

Helotes is a historic ranching community are five bedrooms, seven bathrooms and an dating back to the mid-1800s. When the house

Tapping into the Trinity Aquifer, which

and lifestyle. Included in the 5,400 square feet is part of the Edwards system, the well is supplied with some of the best water in the

attached three-car garage. The kitchen is fully region by the deepest layer of the aquifer,

was built in 2000, the canyon was completely updated with state-of-the-art appliances and

1,000 feet down. The beautiful countryside

undeveloped, and a road had to be carved into

runs thick with Texas wild flowers and shady

big, clear windows offering an incredible, wide-

the hillside before beginning construction. The as-the-eye-can-see view. The center island is a trees. An 8-foot fence runs the entire perimeter house looks like a castle because it was modeled after the palace in Versailles and designed with unique dimensions. Ceilings soar, rooms are

perfect place for breakfast and casual buffets.

of the property with a gated entrance up the

Finished with clean, inviting lines, there are gently sloping driveway. extensive teak details throughout the house

The nearby Los Reyes Canyon and Shadow

wide and big picture windows bring in light and a custom staircase made from African

Canyon developments are also gated and

and offer panoramic views of the pretty Texas

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castle. Planned and deed restricted, the homes Cornyval Festival held the first week of May

with valuable potential within easy driving

qualify as some of the finest in the area and at the Helotes Festival grounds.

distance to San Antonio. It has pristine

are a fitting accompaniment to the property.

Government

borders guaranteed by three exclusive housing

Canyon State Natural Area, a relatively new

developments and nearby Government Canyon

Canyon Ranch, is beginning development government park opened in October 2005,

State Park. By factoring these considerations,

within six months and will encompass the encompasses approximately 8,622 acres. It is

it has been decided that if the property does

A

third

premier

managed

community,

Bordering

the

property,

base of the hill this property sits atop as still being developed for recreational potential not sell by the end of this summer, it will be well as the surrounding area. Canyon Ranch and represents a significant part of the

either temporarily or permanently removed

will feature gated access, beautiful homes rich ranching history of Texas. Abundantly from the market. If this happens, it is difficult and will increase the development value traversed with a well-traveled trail system,

to imagine what the offer would be for it in

of this property even more. There are two

the park is beloved by hikers and mountain

the next five years. This unbeatable, one-of-a-

public golf courses in Helotes, the Cedar

bicyclists year round.

kind property is the showcase for the season.

Creek Golf Course and the Oak Valley Golf

The Bexar County castle is a gorgeous

Course on Bandera Road. The Helotes PRCA

home designed for cocktail parties and

Listed at $2,000,000. v

(Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) executive entertainment and would make an For more information, please contact The Horn Rodeo has been recognized as one of the top

excellent clubhouse or handsome estate for a Company Real Estate Group at 210 695-5000,

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Feature Ranch

Paradise Found Northeast Texas v Henderson County v Athens Volume 48 Texas Farm&Ranch

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his historic ranch is one of Henderson

comfortable and with the quiet elegance

bedroom, one and a half baths, an incredible

County’s finest residential/recreational

of a bygone era. The main lodge has five

home theater/screening room, outdoor shower

properties. Established in the 1850s

bedrooms, five and a half baths, four fireplaces

and covered patio overlooking a private garden

as a commercial farm and nursery by William

and offers expansive panoramic views of the

with a rock waterfall, bridge and pond, pool,

Caldwell, the property served as a training

property from almost every room. A solid,

cabana with kitchen and lighted tennis court.

ground for Texas soldiers during the Civil

architecturally distinct structure, its design is a

The focal point of the property is its 12-acre

War. Purchased from the Caldwell Family in

reinterpretation of the old “dogtrot” style once

lake, which has been (along with all the lakes)

the 1980s by Ginger Murchison of the famed

popular in Southern culture and features two

professionally managed for superior fishing

Murchison Family, it was she who developed

screened-in breezeways (or dog trots) each

and features a pier, boathouse and cabana with

the property into a private paradise suitable

with a wood-burning fireplace. Adjoining the

kitchen, bath and pavilion. Approximately 60

for grand-scale entertaining, but casually

lodge is a theater/owner’s retreat with one

acres of the property is in hay production, and

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there is a recently established fruit and pecan

concrete roads, a mile of pipe fencing, two

orchard and a 5±-acre tree farm. In the last

professional greenhouses and two deep wells.

several years, an emphasis on wildlife habitat—

Located about an hour’s drive from Dallas,

including the addition of duck marshes, native

this magnificent offering is conveniently

grass and plant restoration—and an organic

located, yet private and would make an

philosophy—are creating a virtual wildlife oasis

outstanding personal residence or vacation

and helping to create a remarkably diverse

paradise. $3,200,000. v

property. Additional features include a fourbedroom, four-bath manager/guest house,

For more information contact Steve Grant

two additional dwellings, a 6,000-square-foot

Real Estate at 903 675-3503 or visit

shop, additional outbuildings, four miles of

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Mexico v Coahuila v Municipio de Zaragoza v El Remolino

Only about 55 kilometers west of Piedras Negras and Eagle Pass on the east side of El Remolino, just south of the highway leading to El Remolino, this ranch is an interesting combination of grassland, brush country and large live oaks along La Vaca creek with intermittent live water, making it an excellent habitat for area whitetail deer, turkey and dove. There is an access easement only one-half kilometer across an ejido between the northeast corner of the ranch and the El Remolino highway. This is also the nearest electricity. Near the west side of the ranch is an old adobe and stucco cabin. There is an old hand-dug well with a windmill. The ranch is perimeter stock fenced with a very large ranch neighbor to the south (La Casita).

On the west side of El Remolino, the old hacienda of La Agricola Y Las Mulas has an adobe and stucco lodge, managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home, barns, windmill well and a hand-dug well. On the ranch, both La Zanja creek and Rio San Rodrigo are strong-flowing with beautiful live water. Access is by about three kilometers of frontage on a public road. Vegetation ranges from beautiful

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waterways flowing through the ranch making it an excellent habitat for area whitetail deer, turkey and dove (La Agricola Y Las Mulas).

1,191 acres

La Casita

2,681 acres

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Rancho Venado Muy Grande 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 managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

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$3,450,000

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Flying Wildlife Preserve on Indian Creek

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Texas Hill Country Edwards County v Rocksprings

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.

742 acres

$1,480,000

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Trophy Deer Ranch

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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 2 sub pump water wells are 300 feet deep with 105 feet of water. 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.

490 acres

$629,900

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Luxury Home Wildlife 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.

103 acres

$399,950

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Premier Texas Wildlife Ranch

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Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Rocksprings

Only 28 miles northeast of Rocksprings or 38 miles northwest of Kerrville and one mile by excellent caliche road to the highway, this gently rolling to high mesa, oak wildlife habitat has elevations of 2,220' to 2,338'. This ranch features a 5,700' luxury four-bedroom, two- and one-half-bath main home, a 1,320-square-foot rustic lodge, a 960-square-foot foremanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home, a 2,500-square-foot shop, 1,100-square-foot barn, two water wells, two wildlife ponds, a pool, seven miles of perimeter 8' fence, 22 miles of interior roads, 10 blinds, 10 feeders, a tractor with implements, two Jeeps, a Suburban, Kawasaki Mule, stock trailer, feed silo and auger. Wildlife includes turkey, dove, quail, aoudad, addax, axis, blackbuck, catalina, emu, eland, elk, fallow, gemsbok, ibex, nilgai, mouflon, barbado, Hawaiian, dall, Corsican, sika, scimitar-horned oryx, wildebeest, whitetail and zebra. Commercial hunting generates between $300,000 and $400,000 a year. This turn-key wildlife ranch less than two hours from San Antonio International Airport can be yours with easy owner terms.

1,189 acres

$4,750,000

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Scenic Trophy Deer Ranch

Texas Hill Country v Kinney County v Brackettville

Only 19 miles northwest of Brackettville with elevations of 1,430' to 1,650' and 9,709' of highway frontage on FM 2523, this ranch features a 3,500-square-foot, furnished, four bedroom, two- and one-half-bath hilltop lodge with up to 200-mile views of the Sierra Madre Oriental; a 780-square-foot, two-bedroom, two-bath cabin; 200-square-foot barn; 20' container, 2,000' airstrip, three water wells, Kobelco loader, dump truck, E-Z-Go and Toro ATVs, eight spincast feeders, seven blinds, three protein feeders and an extensive interior road system. This highway frontage wildlife ranch is scenic hills with thick lush valleys of cedar, mesquite, huisachillo, huisache, blue sage, persimmon, grama, buffalo and bluestem grasses for excellent habitat for populations of whitetail deer, turkey, dove, quail and feral hogs with excellent fishing in Lake Amistad nearby. The ranch is perimeter fenced and crossfenced. Some minerals are available. This is the turn-key ranch you have been looking for.

746 acres

$1,100,000

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Devil’s River Ranch

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Texas Hill Country v Val Verde Co. v Del Rio

Only 26 miles north of Del Rio, Texas, this scenic river ranch is remote with elevations of 1,220' to 1,674', majestic views, 4,350' frontage on the Devil’s River, a 1,298-square-foot ranch lodge, 8' by 35' Fleetwood Avion, 2,635-squarefoot six-bay carport, 764-square-foot pole barn, 210-square-foot barn, 8' by 8' walk-in cooler, 8' by 8' feed barn, 6' by 10' well house, 171-square-foot barn, 8' by 10' barn, 6' by 8' well house, electricity and excellent habitat for area populations of whitetail deer, turkey, dove and quail. This is a rare opportunity to own frontage on the clear, cold, swift-flowing, pristine waters of the Devil’s River. Hidden in the rugged landscapes of southwest Texas, the Devil’s River sparkles like a ribbon of tropical jewels in the noonday sun as it beckons the traveler to a different world.

234 acres

$1,290,000

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$1,290,000

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Luxury Home Spring Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country Kimble County v Junction

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Only three miles southeast of Junction, this beautiful luxury home scenic spring creek ranch with 3,333 feet of frontage on IH-10 just minutes to Lake Junction on the Llano River and only minutes to Kerrville is the best of all worlds. The ranch is qualified under a wildlife management plan for property tax agricultural valuation. Some minerals are available. This new custom built 3,312-square-foot with porches and carport, steel frame luxury four bedroom, two and one-half bath, two auto carport, central heat and air conditioning home with all appliances, patio furniture and small guest house is located among several oak motts on the southern edge of a large mesa with multi-mile views to the south over a spring creek with a series of wildlife lakes, extensive interior road system, level mesa to deep canyon elevations of 1,860' to 2,040', liveoak, shinoak, Spanish oak, whitetail, axis, sika, fallow, aoudad, turkey and blackbuck antelope. This is a rare opportunity to own a superb recreational ranch in the heart of the Texas Hill Country convenient to Kerrville and San Antonio International Airport.

213 acres

$1,990,000

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Feature Ranch

Spectacular 4 Aces Ranch Private Live Water Hunting Preserve

Covering Two Counties in the Texas Hill Country

T

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.

The

property

has

a

highly

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

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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.

The main residence at the ranch headquarters

is

a

beautiful

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

and

comfortable

appointments

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 10,000 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 Volume 48 Texas Farm&Ranch

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completely high-fenced with close to 50 miles a massive hay barn, several large covered of state-of-the-art game fence.

on Continental Airlines. In addition, there

shops to house equipment and complete are several locations to choose from on the

4 Aces is a smooth-running operation that metal fabrications. 15 spring-fed water wells property, offering an excellent opportunity could easily transition into a commercial provide natural observation points and 14-ton

to build a landing strip, which would open

hunting enterprise. The ranch is a beautifully

bulk protein feeders are appropriately placed

access to private jet charters. The 4 Aces

parked, rugged sanctuary, and the owner, throughout the property, with hunting blinds

Ranch is a gorgeous, self-contained, live

along with a wildlife biologist, has created a and strategically placed game towers.

water wildlife preserve affording complete

highly efficient wildlife game park with high-

Roughly one mile from ranch headquarters, privacy and freedom in a diverse, beautiful,

quality habitat and well-managed native and

a three-bedroom hunting cabin is comfortably pioneer landscape. It would make a valuable

exotic wildlife populations, including axis,

situated in a shady, live oak grove. The big,

vacation home or recreational property

scimitar-horned oryx, red sheep and red stag, gracious back patio is set with an inviting investment and offers excellent option power eland, zebras, black buck, Catalina goats, fire pit and rocking chairs, and the retreat in the Texas marketplace. Do not miss this aoudad, gemsbok, fallow deer, Corsican

provides a welcome midday respite or

incredible game ranch opportunity with an

sheep and turkey. There are extensive game trophy camp for special guests. The ranch amazing price of only $3,250 per acre. v pastures throughout the ranch, with an sits between the towns of Uvalde and Camp incredible variety of wildlife. A multitude of Wood, Texas, and is approximately one

For more information, contact Howard Hood of Hood

outbuilding and support structures facilitate

hour to the Del Rio International Airport, Real Estate Company at 830 896-0510, hhood@

the full function of the property, including

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Texas Hill Country v Real Co. v Vanderpool The Double J Ranch consists of 754± acres, all under high fence, which fronts on Highway 337 between Leakey and Vanderpool, very close to Lost Maples State Park. This ranch can truly be your “home on the range” with the scenic terrain from mountains to canyons and the crystal-clear water.

The incredible views remind you of being in Colorado, where you can see for miles. Double J Ranch has numerous springs and one nice lake with several more lake sites. Improvements are nestled in the canyon with an ultimate sense of privacy. Improvements include two lodges, one with three bedrooms and two baths, and the other with four bedrooms and two baths. Also included is a large barn with a walk-in cooler. Amazing wildlife cover this ranch with whitetail deer, turkeys and exotics, including axis, aoudad, fallow and blackbuck. This “home on the range” has huge possibilities for a corporate retreat, family getaway or hunting ranch. Priced at $5,850 per acre. Call today for a showing.

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Guadalupe River Paradise 81 Acres

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Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Hunt

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

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

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Clayton Ranch 148± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Harper

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Clayton Ranch features 148± acres three miles west of Harper, with easy access from Kerrville and Fredericksburg, special features of this 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. Call for a private showing.

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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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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

Dallas

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Houston.

Property

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

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wildlife makes for all the ideal elements of a

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perfect country getaway. This scenic ranch would make a great horse or cattle property. The

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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

Texas Hill Country v Burnet County v Spicewood

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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 305 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 todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market. The property has 55 eight-year-old pecan trees with a drip system and three water wells. Located only 25 minutes from Austin, this ranch is priced at $4,575,000. Call for a private showing!

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South Texas Hunting 135 Acres

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South Texas v Frio County v Big Foot

This perfect-sized hunting ranch is 50 miles from San Antonio and has superb brush diversity, large mesquite trees and red soil, ideal components for quail and dove, in addition to abundant native whitetail deer, turkey and hog. One water well supports one small pond.

Three sides are five-strand barb wired and the fourth is high fenced.

Chiltipin Creek Ranch

1,086± Acres

South Texas v Jim Wells County

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Serene South Texas site offers an outstanding ranch of 60%± improved pasture in buffel and

bluegrass

that

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support

a

substantial herd of cattle or recreational quail hunting. The remaining 400± acres of native brush provide a diverse habitat known for producing large deer. Two water wells and electricity provide established infrastructure for future accommodations or improvements.

Good runoff and game cover are provided by Chiltipin Creek.

Gardner Ranch

885± Acres

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Northwest Texas Coleman County v Santa Anna

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

Los Indios Ranch 512± Acres

South Texas Jim Wells County v San Diego

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A great hunting and cattle ranch, Los Indios

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has been operated by the same owners for over 12 years. One of its boundaries is San Diego Creek, a water feature that attracts abundant whitetail deer, turkey, hog, quail

and dove. Native brush and grasses combine with large native trees along the creek bottom.

Improvements feature low fencing, pens, electricity, one water well plus a cistern.

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Beautiful canyons, good brush and large oaks combine for a spectacular ranch that also features a main residence, three metal barns, two sets of cattle pens, five water wells and six earthen tanks. One tank is fed by “Sleeping Spring” and has been a permanent water source. The impressive acreage traverses from wide valleys with rich soils to steep rugged

Box Canyon Ranch 2,293± Acres

Central Texas v Kinney County v Uvalde

mountaintops that provide phenomenal views.

Ideal seclusion, large neighboring ranches and a good water supply result in a game paradise with very large whitetail bucks.

West Dinner Creek 765± Acres

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These 765 acres consist of 300± acres of nonirrigated farmland with good fertile soils currently in oats and wheat. The back 465± acres are native brush that provides good grazing as well as hunting for native whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, quail and dove. The ranch has a low perimeter fence, wood cattle pens and two unequipped wells.

Dinner Creek Farm 405± Acres

Central Texas v Uvalde County v Knippa

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A rare opportunity to acquire one of South Texas’ finest, most fertile farms with ever-increasingly valuable water rights to the Edwards Aquifer, this fertile land is improved with an equipment barn, six silos, one tank and two domestic wells.

The farm boats two Edwards irrigation wells pumping 2,000 and 1,000 gpm. Dinner Creek provides runoff to an earthen tank and attracts wildlife. Look past the farm fields to see the

Villa Nueva Ranch

foothills of the Hill Country.

340± Acres

Central Texas v Uvalde County v Knippa

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Villa Nueva is a great recreational property that offers both cattle and hunting opportunities.

The ranch is highlighted by an attractive one-story home with dramatic rock fireplace

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include a 60' by 40' barn with shop and bath adjoined by a 60' by 20' equipment shed, cattle pens and barbwire fencing. It features improved grass pastures plus native brush that shelters whitetail deer, javelina, turkey, hogs, quail and dove.

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One-of-a-kind, established, profitable, ongoing agribusiness has excellent potential for future development, just 35± minutes south of San Antonio. It consists of sloping to rolling, irrigated coastal pastures studded with live oaks, 20% native brush with outstanding deer, turkey, dove and quail, plus two lakes/ tanks for recreational fishing. The ranch is highly improved with two residences, pool and pavilion. There is one domestic well plus three carrizo irrigations wells that allow for a highdensity grazing program.

Ongoing Agribusiness 975± Acres

Central Texas v Medina County v Devine

Livestock and Hunting 300± Acres

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This ranch offers a diversified combination for both hunting and cattle ranching, being 50% native brush and 50% improved coastal pastures.

There is a fine 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 stock tank.

The native brush is a haven for deer, turkey, dove, quail, etc. Contact Al Philip or Robert Dullnig.

Ultimate Privacy and Seclusion

150± Acres

Central Texas v Medina County v Tarpley

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This Hill Country retreat provides luxurious and spacious accommodations with five bedrooms and four and one-half baths. There is excellent hunting on this game-fenced ranch with an established herd of 80+ animals in an ongoing whitetail breeding operation. Features include one Edwards well, two Glenrose wells, one tank, a seasonal creek, working corrals and a large metal barn. Contact Al Philip.

Flowing South Grape Creek 44± Acres

Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Stonewall

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A premier location has live water South Grape Creek and a pond in the gorgeous Pedernales River valley. Highlights include a stunning main home with three fireplaces and an original turnof-the-century ranch house with porches and a charming barn. This unique property also

features an equipment shed with shop and quarters, perimeter fencing and metal pens. Enjoy spectacular water! Contact Robert Dullnig.

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Recreation and Hunting 667± Acres

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West Texas v Sutton County v Junction

This picturesque ranch epitomizes the Hill Country with native grasses and abundant live oak, red oak, mountain laurel, red bud and cedar. A hunting paradise, it is home to native whitetail deer, axis deer, turkey and seasonal birds. The ranch has one well with windmills and two-plus miles of Baker Road frontage.

Owner will divide to suit.

Guadalupe River Frontage 200± Acres

Central Texas v Guadalupe County v Seguin

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A thrilling combination of 1,000± feet of refreshing, flowing water and extensive highway frontage provides tremendous potential for both commercial and residential development. Low bottomland with lacey cypress and towering pecan trees ascends to high, level pastures with surrounding scenic views. It is on the Spring Hill water system and is adjoined by established subdivisions.

Serene Country Estate 20± Acres

Central Texas v Comal County v Bulverde

Idyllic Fredericksburg Estate 83± Acres

Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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Minutes from downtown Main Street are 83 acres that showcase a live water creek, limestone main ranch house, 1850s log cabin guesthouse, pool, 2±-acre pond and barbecue pavilion plus barn.

A winding drive past the pecan orchard leads to rolling pastures with views of distant hills. The main house has a Texas-chic interior with four fireplaces, exposed beams, wet bar and pool views. Improvements include three water wells, barn with shop, kennels and fencing.

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Minutes from US 281, just north of San Antonio, a beautiful setting offers level land with manicured trees rimmed on two sides by a seasonal creek edged by a dramatic bluff. The luxurious fourbedroom main house features two fireplaces, a premier kitchen, family room, game/media room, exercise/fifth bedroom suite and three-car garage.

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Working Ranch and Farm 200± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kerr Co. v Comfort

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Established in the 1800s by original German settlers, this working ranch and farm has substantial improvements with a luxury residence, three vintage cottages and greenhouses. High hilltops above the Guadalupe River provide immeasurable views and options for entertaining

or recreation. The ranch has a large barn and support buildings and is predominately cleared, fenced and cross-fenced to support cattle or horses.

Native brush and water are an invitation to whitetail deer and other native animals. Contact Christine Spencer or Rick Kuper.

Double Diamond Ranch 180± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

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This world-class equestrian training, breeding and boarding facility is set on gorgeous Hill

The Mansion at Vista Real

Country grounds with flowing spring-fed creek and lakes. The 80,000-square-foot main barn has a show arena, elegant lobby, observatory, offices, bar and banquet dining facilities, plus there is

78± Acres

a breeding barn. Highlights include a gorgeous 11,000-square-foot estate residence with historic

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Emphasizing

the

symmetry

background and seven guest/staff homes. The ranch is pleasingly located off Highway 46, west of and

elegant

proportion of European architecture, The

the IH 10 corridor between San Antonio and Kerrville, less than 30 minutes to the San Antonio International Airport or downtown. Contact Dudley Hays or Rick Kuper.

Mansion blends its strong classical influences with modern technology to create a home of unparalleled beauty and luxury. The impressive 19,000-square-foot residence has nine bedrooms with en suite baths, covered patio, pool and a lavish, temperature-controlled wine cellar among its features. The private, yet accessible, location off IH 10 West is minutes to historic Boerne or cosmopolitan San Antonio.

Contact Christine Spencer or Rick Kuper.

La Negra Ranch

345± Acres

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Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Pipe Creek

Established in the 1800s, this ranch is rich in history, water and remarkable views. Improvements include a main ranch residence, three staff/guest homes, a 15-stall barn, corral and paddocks and

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an aviary or kennel. Part of the main house walls and courtyard display stonework from the original homestead. Elevations range from 1,800-foot hilltops down to 1,500 feet to the fabulous lake fed by springs. Native trees and brush, plus the water, attract abundant wildlife. State Highway 16 frontage offers easy access to San Antonio and its airport, just 30 to 40 miles away. Contact Steve Dyer.

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Grand Lake Estates - A Gary Player Golf Course Community Southeast Texas v Montgomery County v Montgomery

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Bring your horses to this exquisite setting on the lake for a combination of elegant living and a casual lifestyle. Enjoy the views and outdoor living this property offers. A 6,734-square-foot custom estate home features an infinity pool and two levels of outdoor living. The fully fenced property offers 6.8 acres, a 60' by 72' MD barn, a 200' by 125' arena, two large turnout paddocks and a four-horse walker. $1,300,000.

Beautiful Grimes County Ranch Central Texas v Grimes County v Navasota

Gone Fishing Central Texas v Grimes County v Dacus

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Convenient to Houston, Navasota and Bryan-

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College Station, these rolling 101+ acres include

This exceptional recreational ranch on 869+ acres has big views, numerous ponds and creeks a stocked, spring-fed fishing lake, 30 acres of and 100+ acres of timber. The improved, irrigated pastures are fenced and cross-fenced. There coastal hay pasture, water and electricity to the is excellent access to Houston and Bryan-College Station, just off of Highway 6. This is your fenced and cross-fenced paddocks, two mobiles opportunity for a lifestyle property with investment potential. The land can be divided into two and a remodeled managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/weekend house. parcels, and the opportunity exists for assemblage of more acreage. $5,474,000.

2,700' of road frontage on a popular FM road

offer excellent access with complete privacy.

The property has great timber and includes timber and ag valuations. Several beautiful homesites are yours to choose from on this exceptional recreational property. $1,060,500.

Country Enjoyment Close to Houston Southeast Texas v Waller County v Waller

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These 131 acres just an hour from Houston feature rolling pastures with big views and improved grasses for grazing and hay; a pond, seasonal creek and clusters of trees; plus perimeter fencing and some cross-fencing. The property is horse and cattle ready. Build your home and enjoy the Waller County sunsets. $1,200,000.

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Located south of Athens, these 198+ acres of beautiful East Texas timberland include pines, hardwoods and thousands of dogwood trees and feature gently rolling terrain with four lakes and a pond. The main 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

Dogwood Estate Ranch

whitetail deer. This is a sportsman’s heaven! $1,350,000. Owner will sell main home with

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Pecan Creek Ranch Northeast Texas v Hunt County v Ladonia

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These 105.56± acres of unbelievable habitat for

100 acres plus two lakes for $995,000.

East Texas Classic Retreat Northeast Texas v Henderson County v Athens

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ducks, deer and other wildlife is located just The natural beauty of East Texas comes alive with this most unique combination of spring-fed north of Commerce, Texas, near Cooper Lake. lake, rolling hills and native foliage. The focal point of this 119.358-acre property is a pristine Pecan Creek Ranch is the perfect location for the 30± acre, spring-fed lake stocked with trophy bass. This remarkable lake invites the most avid avid sportsman or nature lover. Professionally angler or individual wanting a great place to reflect. Wildlife abounds and includes ducks, hogs, designed to be a duck habitat, this property

deer and other wildlife native to East Texas. A covered pavilion with stone fireplace and restroom

offers a diversity of hunting, fishing and scenic overlooks the lake and offers an excellent plat to tell about the home that got away! A 50' by 100' wildlife beauty. A quaint, rustic two-bedroom, steel building provides storage for equipment. The property has 400' frontage on Lake Palestine. one-bath cabin provides a place to rest or enjoy

The land between the lake and the property can be leased on an annual basis for only $61 per year.

the north Texas scenery. A good road system Readily accessible and scenic, this property brings together the nest of East Texas. $975,000. transverses on the dams of various ponds and

Lago Vista Ranch

lakes, allowing access to various parts of the ranch. Pecan Creek serves as the property’s boundary and flows much of the year. Only minutes from the Metroplex, Pecan Creek Ranch is a wonderful retreat. $489,500.

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Enjoy the benefits that living in the country offers. This very charming 46-acre place with a great deal of character is a quiet and private horse or cattle ranch with many excellent vistas and nice improvements, including a 3,128±-square-

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foot home completely remodeled in 2005, a 1,728-square-foot barn with horse stalls and tack room and a 1,000-square-foot barn with storage area. Enjoy the hilltop view of the 6-acre spring-fed, stocked lake. Mostly pasture, some wooded areas hold whitetail deer and wild hogs, fenced and cross-fenced with board fencing around the home. This super weekend retreat is 18 miles south of Athens on Highway 19. $399,000.

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Located just north of Athens, these 430.454 picturesque acres provide panoramic views of rolling hills dotted with natural hardwoods.

The focal point of the ranch is a pristine spring-fed lake (approximately 35 to 40 acres). The main home is a traditional country estate, which has been updated with quality amenities, including a spacious living area.

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

Happy Valley Ranch Northeast Texas v Henderson County v Athens

the unforgettable lake. A two-bedroom, one-bath guest quarters rounds out the main compound. 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 provides a quick getaway from the busy Metroplex. $3,900,000.

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Located minutes south of Athens in close proximity to Dallas is 63.56±-acre Summer Hill Farm, custom-constructed in 1998. The property has a private stocked lake, covered fishing pier and two deep water wells. The main home contains 6,100± square feet with two master bedrooms, two additional bedrooms, each with private baths, three half-baths and a three-car garage. The massive front porch and covered

Summer Hill Farm Northeast Texas v Henderson County v Athens

rear veranda overlook the gunite pool and hot tub. Amenities include a gourmet kitchen with pecan cabinetry, granite counters, Dacor, Asko and Sub-Zero appliances, 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, oak, tile and marble flooring, plantation shutters, storage, 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

Classic East Texas Ranch Northeast Texas v Anderson County v Palestine

guest or caretaker’s home, 50' by 60' barn/ workshop, 24' by 60' storage barn, three gated entries, 1,500' of pipe fencing and cross-fencing

with pastures, 30 acres under sprinkler and 30 Take the scenic drive north of Palestine, Texas in the rolling countryside to the unique private acres of coastal Bermuda. $2,450,000. entrance of this secluded 185+-acre ranch. With 70% of the land is lush, highly improved

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coastal pasture and 30% in native mature hardwoods, this offering is well suite as a cattle/horse ranch or corporate retreat. Overlooking the expanse of the land, you will find nine coastal pastures, native forest areas, seven spring-fed ponds and a 5-acre lake with two artesian wells feeding the lake. A custom brick-and-stone, 3,800-square-foot home has three bedrooms, two and a half baths and two living areas, each with a wood-burning fireplace. The home is well arranged on one level with an abundance of large windows exposing the beautiful view and peaceful nature of country living. Buyers in search of this unique combination of incredible acreage and a spacious comfortable home need look no more. This is it! $1,300,000.

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

Golden Nugget Ranch

for entertaining with its huge living area, formal dining room and breakfast area. Upstairs offers

Northeast Texas v Anderson County v Elkhart

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. $1,465,000.

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Live the high life as you overlook nature at its best! This gorgeous estate is just outside of Athens, in beautiful East Texas, and contains 23 acres with green meadows and a hilltop home planned with perfection. Custom built with attention to detail and the finest materials, this home incorporates red oak floors, solid wood doors and trim, a rocked fireplace, antiqued kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, barreled ceiling in the entry and a spectacular master suite. The 3,800+-square-foot, three-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath home has an office and big upstairs bonus room with a full bath and lots of room for guests. The gourmet kitchen

The Country Place

opens to a breakfast room and the vast living area. Surrounded by beautiful landscaping, rock

Northeast Texas v Anderson Co. v Grapeland

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walkways and an awesome view, this property also features a newly constructed 16-acre lake

This 176.836±-acre property south of Palestine afforded with a “perfect” East Texas property. $895,000. offers a traditional four-bedroom, two- and one-half-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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These 2,618 acres with three-plus miles of Red River frontage are on FM 680, north of Quanah, Texas. Why pay South Texas prices when this ranch has it all at a better value, including whitetail deer in excess of 180 B&C and hundreds of turkey, hogs, dove, bobwhite

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quail, sandhill cranes, ducks, varmints and a few mule deer. The property features rolling

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feeders, a 2,400-square-foot (seven bedrooms and two baths) furnished lodge with large porch, five-car carport and storage room, small cabin, sand hills, bois d’arc belts and ponds. The property is fenced and cross-fenced and offers great views. $1,145/acre.

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Blackberry Creek Ranch is a rustic 297-acre oasis carved out of the rolling, wooded hardwoods of East Texas. Only a short drive east of the Metroplex near the communities of Quitman, Mineola and Grand Saline, the ranch provides a unique getaway with a plethora of wildlife, quality and solitude.

The focal point of Blackberry Creek Ranch is the professionally engineered 30±-acre tree-lined lake. This magnificent lake is surrounded by mature hardwoods and beckons the most avid angler to test his skills. The main dwelling was constructed in 2003 containing 3,500± square feet and is of a Hill Country design with a metal roof, Austin stone exterior and frame construction. This three-bedroom, two-bath home boasts an open floor plan with vaulted ceiling, quality amenities and a large master suite with authentic claw-foot tub and walk-in closet. For the equestrian minded, there is a three-stall horse barn with efficiency apartment. An all-weather oil sand road, underground electric and community water lines surround the lake, offering the opportunity for homesite. The property combines rolling pastures, dense hardwoods and nature trails to create a remarkable country experience. Shown by appointment only! $2,100,000.

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This magnificent 206-acre property accents all aspects of a rustic getaway. Nature’s beauty comes alive with a fabulous spring-fed lake, lush pastures, expansive forest and fabulous wildlife. The six-bedroom lodge offers an informal, casual lifestyle and overlooks the peaceful lake. In addition to the main house, the property features a two-bedroom, two-bath cabin and workshop. Discover the beauty of East Texas! $1,175,000.

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These 210.94± rolling acres embody all the beauty of East Texas! Only a short drive south of Tyler, Texas, this ranch combines scattered trees, scenic views, open meadows, ponds and three spring-fed creeks with a possible 17-acre lakesite.

This is an amazing offering! $1,475,525.

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8,300-Acre H U N T I N G&C A T T L E R A N C H A

pproximately an hour and 35 minutes west of Ft. Worth or 40 miles west of Mineral Wells is one of the rarest of

opportunities. This ranch is gently rolling with native hills, mesas and flats displaying impressive vistas and serenity, with elevations ranging from 1,200 to 1,350 feet. Moderate to thick canopies of live oak, post oak, elm, mesquite and cedar decorate the landscape creating a diverse sanctuary for whitetail deer, turkey, hog, quail and dove. An impressive 22-acre permitted reservoir is stocked with large Florida bass, many over 10 pounds. There are over 50 ponds, many with fish. Beautiful Little Cedar Creek traverses the center of

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the property, south to north. A spectacular and place that is a work of art, New England white

2,000-square-foot foreman’s home has three

unique 8,000-square-foot, two-story lodge with oak wood floors, Austin Chalk stone interior

bedrooms and two baths. The headquarters in-

Granbury limestone exterior is the ranch center-

walls and custom-made, Southwest mountain cludes a 1,000-square-foot ranch hand house, a

piece. Finished with exquisite and discriminating

cedar doors and windows. There is a game room

bunkhouse, steel cattle pens, a covered hydraulic

Southwest décor, no expense was spared. It fea-

with full bar, a gunroom/office and media area;

chute and scales and many barns. Approximately

tures seven bedrooms, seven and one-half baths beautiful kitchen with custom cabinetry and

350 acres of cultivation land and 7,950 acres of

and a detached three-car stone garage. The great Viking and Sub-Zero appliances; a huge, wrap- minerals with production are on this property, room is immense and awe-striking, spanning

around, covered porch with native stone floor; which is in the fourth year of a Texas Parks &

vertically 36 feet with Douglas fir wood trusses fabulous deck space with fountain, fire pit, huge Wildlife Type II Managed Lands Deer Permit, seconnected with structural decorative plates, an

native creek bed stone steps and pool; and a full lectively hunted and estimated around 500 head.

enormous floor-to-ceiling, stone, dry-stack fire- basement with geothermal heating. The elevated

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This ranch is 180 miles west of Ft. Worth, 102 miles north of Abilene and 119 miles east of Lubbock in the heart of big ranching country where real cowboys roam. The terrain is very diverse with level, rolling and high scenic vistas.

Elevations range from 1,440 to 1,750 feet,

15,000-Acre Hunting and Cattle Ranch

overlooking vast expanses of mesquite, cedar and other varieties of trees and scrub brush. Big

Northwest Texas v Knox County v Benjamin

canyons such as Big Getaway, Little Getaway,

Smelter and Panther provide excellent drainage areas for future lake sites encompassing 2 to 100+ acres. The ranch has been primarily used to run cattle for many years during which time the whitetail deer population has grown to noticeable numbers with large antlered bucks being spotted with helicopters and seen by ranch hands. Good populations of hogs, quail, seasonal ducks and geese are additional bonuses enjoyed by wildlife enthusiasts. Over six miles of the South Wichita River traverse the northwest quadrant of the ranch. There are 18 stock ponds on the property with eight pastures. A tremendous water advantage is the buried Cottle King Water Supply water line that runs 17 miles through the ranch, supplying fresh water to steel water troughs and the headquarters. The headquarters consists of two older homes, an equipment barn/shop, steel cattle pens with scales and a roping arena. There are 800± acres in cultivation primarily used for wheat grazing. The ranch also fronts and crosses U.S. Highway 82. The internal ranch roads are in good condition and access the ranch adequately. Realistically priced at $750 per acre.

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Only one hour northwest of Ft. Worth on U.S. 380 is a great corporate or large family retreat with

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view overlooking Lake Bridgeport and the property. Excellent hunting cover is provided by scattered oak, elm, mesquite and cedar trees. Coastal Bermuda pastures and wheat fields have

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great access to the Metroplex. The property is level to sloping to a high plateau with a tremendous

foot, two-story log lodge has hickory-pecan mix wood floors, cedar and pine ceilings, log trusses, master bedroom. Five separate bedrooms include the master bathroom, second full bathroom, plus commercial bathrooms and showers. The grounds offer a 10-stall horse barn; 300' by 200' lighted, steel roping arena with holding pens, load-out chute, announcer stand, restrooms and showers; a limestone entrance; and cedar fencing. Reduced to $2,595,000.

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Minutes west of Weatherford via county paved roads is a unique secret. Easily accessed by Interstate 20 and U.S. Highway 180, this property offers heavily rolling native terrain with open to scattered to thick diverse oak cover, stock ponds, bluestem grasses and wildflowers. The acreage is on a dead-end paved road through two separate electric gated entries and along extensive paving with black pipe and cedar stave fencing. Elevated on a private hill is a unique 9,000-square-foot, two-story, custom stone mansion with pool, pool house and majestic 360-degree views. The home is rustic

403-Acre Country Estate Texas Metroplex v Parker County v Weatherford

and elegant with extreme custom features and craftsmanship rarely seen by most. Its many features include five bedrooms, four and onehalf baths, an oversized two-car garage, porte-

cochere, standing-seam metal roof, four gas log fireplaces, pine and mahogany doors, Ann Sacks Italian décor, pine and cedar trim, cooper crown molding with leather trim, cedar staircase, extensive stone retaining walls, HAI electronic system, long stained concrete driveway, landscaping and a sprinkler. A huge open concept room includes a cut Oklahoma limestone floor, 20+-foot pecan ceiling, television area with huge built-in entertainment system and large Sony HDTV, four large plate glass windows, a glass door with remote-controlled blinds and a white, floor-toceiling, cave stone fireplace with huge mesquite hearth and mantel. The kitchen area has a cedar canopy over two granite bars (one for eating, one for serving), a large countertop, stainless steel appliances including Viking Professional, KitchenAid, Miele and Bosch, many sandblasted pine cabinets, a brass pot rack and breakfast area with two plate glass windows. The master bedroom has a huge plate glass window, glass door, stone fireplace and master bath with two onyx vanities, Swarovski light fixtures, tile floor, half-tile walls, a bidet, Aquatic jetted tub with onyx surround and television, huge tiled shower with seven shower heads and his and her closets. The dining room has a hand-tooled leather floor, stone arches and custom dining set. There is an immense upstairs game room with bar area and three balconies, a $240,000 media room and a fully equipped gym with rubber floor. The Pebble Tec pool has Oklahoma flagstone coping, a buffed concrete deck and a hot tub. The adjoining pool house has a stone exterior, creosote posts, a covered patio with fireplace, outdoor grill with granite, tile interior, two bar areas, a countertop with sink and a full bath. The 50' by 100' stone and metal shop building includes an apartment and office, while another steel and concrete shop building, 40' by 100', features a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment. Minerals are available with a Barnett Shale well! $8,825,000.

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Barksdale Springs Ranch 1,800 Acres

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Rugged beauty and well-distributed live water, along with extensive bottoms of giant oak and pecan trees, share main billing on this incredibly valued slice of Heaven. Soaring ridges, landmark cliffs, interesting history and archaeology add fascination to this ranch possessing 11 springs, numerous seeps and 1.4 miles of frontage on river-like Pulliam Creek, which contains swimmable holes even during dry times. Offered at $4,950,000.

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828 Acres

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The most live water for your money, plus an outstanding combination of productivity and all-around hunting are the hallmarks of this fine ranch. Offering 1.7 miles of frontage on the legendary Colorado River, this site includes a 4-acre lake, nine ponds, an excellent balance of brush/fields with scattered oaks and manicured, sexy river frontage that is top shelf. Can be purchased in tracts of 210, 290 and 320 acres. Price for all is $2,900,000.

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Williams-Frio Ranch 5,058 Acres

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Only 43 miles from downtown San Antonio on pavement, this wonderfully varied ranch offers the finest in all-around hunting for hoofed and winged game. The rangeland contains gravel hills of guajillo and black brush falling down into deep soil bottoms of bull mesquite, oak and belly-high grass. This well-watered ranch has a good road system, minerals, scattered food plots, lakes and tanks. A 190 B&C whitetail is the ranch record. Valued at $13,889,947.

Wasp Creek Estate 48 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

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There cannot be a finer small, live water parcel available only seven miles to prized Boerne.

This exquisite site offers both sides of cypress-lined, swimmable Wasp Creek for a third of a mile, in addition to manicured, oak-studded pastureland, tillable fields, a stunning homesite on a knoll and a nice cabin, plus a salvageable, way-cool, old German homestead and outbuildings.

Fronting on a quiet, paved country lane, the offering is valued at $1,375,000.

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Indian Spring Ranch 536 Acres

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The most exotic, Sedona-like ranch in Texas lies in the shadow of famed Enchanted Rock and is bursting with springs, creeks, waterfalls, pools, wildflowers and raw, pristine beauty. This spectacular site includes huge granite slabs and towers, fascinating canyons, paved frontage and a superior location only 16 miles from Fredericksburgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main street. Offered at $4,260,000.

Curly H Ranch 609 Acres David E. Culver P.O. Box 755 Boerne, TX 78006

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An immaculate combination of hills, valleys and lakes creates a paradise of recreation only 35 miles from Austin, San Antonio and the Highland Lakes. This superb parcel includes a stunning, drought-proof 7.5-acre lake up to 25 feet deep tucked away in a private valley lined with cliffs, ridges and wooded hillsides. Upscale improvements include a nice three-bedroom home, barns, guest quarters and durable infrastructure. This property is offered as 365 or 609 acres. $3,920,000 or $6,670,000.

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Diamond W Ranch 516 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Johnson City

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A manicured, oak-studded paradise with live water awaits your inspection in the rolling hills between Johnson City and prized Fredericksburg.

This well-improved ranch is turn-key, ready to go and looks like a postcard, having coastal and Klein grass pastures, spring-fed Rocky Creek, solid dwellings and outstanding populations of deer and turkey. Excellent management can stay on if so desired. The property is available as 311 or 516 acres. Offered at $3,570,000 or $5,250,000.

Alum Creek Hideaway 192 Acres

Central Texas v Wilson County v San Antonio

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The ultimate agricultural and recreational combination lies on a quiet country road only 37 miles from downtown San Antonio, yet a world apart in peaceful rural seclusion. This site consists of sandy hills dotted with giant oaks overlooking a clear, flowing creek valley. Exotic geology, bigtime groundwater, a variety of wildlife, improved grasses and habitat-level brush create a product that is totally unique to this area and is a bargain purchase at $912,000.

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Be careful who you have over; they will never want to leave! This 62-acre gated showplace is your â&#x20AC;&#x153;in-town ranchâ&#x20AC;? or corporate retreat just 15 minutes south of Dallas and 30 minutes to DFW International Airport. This estate was named after the famous Southern plantations with towering tree canopies meeting overhead along the driveway. Enter through the ornate, wrought-iron, private entry gates and up the long tree-lined driveway to the circle drive and fountain in front of the beautiful, custom, 7,200-square-foot Southern-style home which features five bedrooms, six and a half baths, two living areas with two-story ceilings and glass, first-floor insulated home theater, large diving pool with fountains and new fiber optic lighting, heated spa and a fantastic covered pool pavilion with fireplace and grill, full-sized lit tennis court, sand volleyball court, indoor batting cage and a basketball court. The private 7-acre ski lake has two lit fountains and is stocked with bass, crappie and catfish. There is an amazing, manmade, soft-sand private beach between the ski lake and the swimming pool and a detached guesthouse with a separate garage. The horse barn has two stalls, a 1,200-square-foot living area, bullpen and a paddock. There are natural dunes for hiking or off-road vehicles with lots of birds. This estate is an amazing place to ride horses or walk the lovely trails around the property. The creek-side party pavilion has 5,000 square feet with a large cooking area and fire pits. Live creeks with tons of mature pecan trees, a gazebo and live oaks border this beautiful setting. Gorgeous, emerald Bermuda pastures with two and a half miles of white pipe fence for horses and cattle frame this exceptional, private oasis. You must see this in person to appreciate the beauty. Please see the virtual tour online and call Vanessa Andrews at 972 816-3014 for more information. Offered at $3,900,000. www.UltimateRanches.com

The Oak Alley Estate

Texas Metroplex v Ellis County v Red Oak

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Texas Metroplex v Cooke County v St. Jo This ultimate, turn-key, 430-acre fine Texas showplace is just one hour north of the DallasFort Worth Metroplex and DFW International Airport. Renowned architect Frank Welch designed this unique Hill Country-style home to take advantage of the spectacular views.

With one and a half miles of sandy beach frontage on the Red River, this world-class equestrian ranch has indoor/outdoor arenas, deluxe show barns, office, excellent fishing and wildlife. The covered arena is 220' by 110'.

The show barn is 120' by 40' and 60' by 40' with 16 stalls. There is a 10-stall training barn and a 20-stall mare motel, a 60' covered round pen, a 60' by 40' hay barn, a fabulous party pavilion with kitchen, bar, fire pit overlooking an arena and his and her baths and a deluxe foremanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home. The main home is 10,000 square feet of incredible construction, featuring six bedrooms, seven baths, two powder rooms, large rooms including a 30' by 27' living room, a 24' by 17' dining room with huge see-through fireplace to the 30' by 23' upstairs living room, a 20' by 17' study, high ceilings throughout and a wonderful flow for entertaining. See more photographs and information online. www.UltimateRanches.com.

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The Ultimate Party Ranch Retreat

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Texas Metroplex Hunt County v Greenville

This unique country estate is only 45 minutes from downtown Dallas and just south of I-30 in East Texas. Highly improved with a stone, gated security entry and a long paved drive leading to the sports complex designed and built by an international entertainment corporation for entertaining foreign clients. Recreational facilities feature a 17,000-square-foot sports and party barn with living quarters, sports court, stables, a 4-acre, 22' stocked lake with 20-pound trophy bass, workout area, party terraces, gourmet kitchen with granite counters and commercial stainless steel appliances, handscraped wood flooring throughout, tin ceilings, stone fireplace and so much more! Please call or see the website for more information and photos. www.UltimateRanches.com.

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This five-story castle is the showplace of East Texas, with over 20,000 square feet under roof and 14,000 square feet of priceless construction. You enter the estate over a historical bridge, past waterfalls and extensive gardens, to the most unique property in Texas. Lovingly built and designed by one of the country’s foremost antique dealers for her personal castle, the home is constructed of “used red tumbled brick” made by Coronado Stone. The roof is “majestic slate” to give the original old slate look. This massive showplace has no sheetrock used in its construction. The entire estate has extremely ornate tin ceilings and was awarded the title of “Best Ceilings in America.” The exquisite windows and doors are leaded and beveled glass, and there are many antique stained glass windows including 16 wonderful old church windows as well as a signed “cantina” window from the Disney Hotel in California. The flooring is all hardwood or slate. The three-story open staircase is constructed of ironwork and climbing roses with wonderful wood accents circling up a 90-foot turret. The castle was designed for grand-scale entertaining and Texas-size parties with huge rooms and a wonderful flow for entertaining. There are also extensive terraces, gardens and balconies for outdoor entertaining. The party kitchen, den and bar area have three dishwashers, three trash compactors, three ice makers, three ovens and a 10-burner stove along with a large circular “sit around” fire pit, as well as a raised fireplace for open-flame cooking. There are four other magnificent fireplaces with antique mantels. The castle also has a custom oversized (5' by 6') elevator. The unusual design of the pool and spa features manmade rocks and a 40' winding slide. There are also three large koi ponds with multiple waterfalls and foliage. This estate comes with a custom log guesthouse, a manager’s home and a historical barn. This is a rare opportunity to purchase one of the world’s greatest estates. This estate would make a perfect corporate retreat or offers the new owners the opportunity to live in a fairy tale setting with the most unique castle on the market today. www.UltimateRanches.com.

East Texas Castle Northeast Texas v Gregg County v Kilgore

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Tres Rios Ranch 37 Acres

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Water, water, water! Turkey Bottom and Apple Valley Creeks, each gin-clear flowing creeks with waterfalls, meet on this Hill Country gem of a ranch, plus there is a small pond on a third unnamed seasonal creek passing through the eastern portion of the property. Cedar has been cleared to reveal drop-dead gorgeous building sites overlooking Turkey Bottom Creek, and there are two fields suitable for cultivation. This perfect Hill Country retreat is private, but less than 10 minutes to both Comfort and Kerrville and 45Âą minutes to San Antonio. Native fish call the creek home. Whitetail and axis deer plus occasional wild turkey are regular visitors at the game feeder. $499,500.

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water and timesaving, convenient access. Bring your dream house plans because everything else is already here: a custom barn with quarters, eye-catching rock waterfall at property entrance, well with buried storage tank, magnificent trees spaced like a state park, elevated building site plus a stocked clear-water fishing pond and room to create a lake along Menger Creek. All these assets are along Upper Balcones Road just .8 mile from Starbucks and IH-10. The tract is close to Boerne schools and ag exempt with Menger Springs subdivision building restrictions. $625,000.

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Palmetto Creek Ranch 93 Acres

Texas Hill Country Kendall County v Boerne

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tract has been managed with loving care for 35+ years to create a protected Hill Country botanical paradise. All the customary oaks are here, supplemented by one of the most concentrated stands of escarpment cherries to be found in Texas, along with rare bigtoothed maples, Blanco crabapple, smoketree and sycamore-leaf snowbell plus many more native hardwoods. The ranch is accessed by a paved private road three and a half miles west of IH-10, less than five miles from Boerne and only 30 minutes to northwest San Antonio.

The upper mesa wraps around a beautiful clear lake that is 35+ feet in depth when full. The most difficult question facing the new owner will be “on which on the many spectacular building sites should I build?” $1,300,000.

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of the five-mile distant Medina Lake. This ranch is a botanical wonderland filled with an

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extensive variety of native hardwoods, lots of

Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Pipe Creek

healthy live oaks, madrones and wild cherries.

There are fabulous scenic building sites. Just pick the view direction of your choice! With easy access to San Antonio via Highway 16 and Bump Gate Road, this property has large ranches and wildlife for neighbors. What could be better? $1,625,000.

Canyon Vista Ranch 351 Acres

Texas Hill Country Bandera County v Pipe Creek

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Enjoy exquisite privacy! You’ll swear you are in Colorado mountains on this ranch overlooking miles and miles of unfettered green hilltops and valleys with no traffic noise, just the quiet tranquility of the Texas Hill Country, yet only 30 miles to the metropolitan services of San Antonio. Dramatic, scenic views for your mansion on the hill or a secluded cabin—you decide. Several sites appear suitable for dams

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to create ponds or lakes, and there is plenty of

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Las Brisas Ranch 231 Acres

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Inspiring panoramic views overlooking Tapatio Springs and Ranger Creek are the focal point of this spectacular ranch on Johns Road less than three miles from IH-10. The property is high fenced and features paved interior roads, an almost-new metal barn and has been selectively cleared of cedar. The level central ridge that runs the length of the property sits at an elevation of nearly 1,900 feet, affords numerous drop-dead gorgeous building sites and serves as the headwaters of several springs on the ranch. The location offers Boerne schools and easy access, but no city taxes. $3,465,000.

The Ranch at Vista Real 20-109 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

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These stunning tracts from 20 to 109 acres are in a thoughtfully protected, high-fenced gated subdivision less than seven minutes to the picturesque and bustling town of Boerne. This is the

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beauty of the Hill Country, yet be conveniently located, only 25 minutes via IH-10, to The Shops

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at La Cantera and the restaurants of northwest San Antonio. These park-like, tree-covered tracts

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perfect setting for the nature enthusiasts who desire to build their dream home amid the scenic

aboveground utility poles, and are suitably sized to allow the new owners the opportunity to qualify for ag valuation for tax purposes. $539,995 to $1,090,000.

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A breathtaking promontory overlooking the best of Comal County is the central feature of this unique tract of land. The gently sloping, high-yield land with paved access is located just minutes from Bulverde and close to FM 1863, providing easy access to San Antonio and the entire Hill Country. There are many trees, great views, a water well and stock tank plus a wet-weather creek creating a perfect habitat for deer, turkey, dove and quail. This land is ready to be turned into a one-of-a-kind recreational property in this highly investable area.

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Fabulous 245-Acre Luxury Ranch

A truly exceptional 245-acre Texas Hill Country property studded with oak and elm trees

Central Texas v Blanco County v Johnson City

boasts a beautiful seasonal creek, a picturesque pond stocked with fish and fabulous Hill Country views. Located in the heart of the Hill Country, north of Johnson City and close to the intersection of US 281 and US 290, the property is within one hour’s drive of both San Antonio and Austin. The four-bedroom, threeand one-half-bath home was built in a U-shape configuration around the stunning swimming

pool with rooftop waterfall you must see to believe. The master suite with breakfast bar and adjacent exercise room is on one side, while all secondary bedrooms are across the pool in the opposite wing. The spectacular master bath has a glass wall with suspended mirrors above the double vanity with a private view. Behind the spectacular rooftop waterfall are large and spacious living areas. The chef’s kitchen boasts a double sink island and granite counters among its many appointments and amenities. Other rooms include a game room with wet bar and a very attractive study with a separate outside entry. There is an extra-long three-car garage. This property is entirely game fenced, and wildlife includes axis deer and llama.

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South Texas v Frio County v Devine

Located just 40 minutes from San Antonio and eight miles from Devine, this 203-acre ranch is just the right size for raising livestock or hunting and has a wonderful mixture of pasture and brush. The large two-year-old house has three bedrooms and two and a half baths.

There is a 3,000-square-foot metal barn/shop with cement floor and two Carrizo water wells, one of which supplies water to the house and the other to the 5-acre lake well-stocked with fish. The property is fenced and cross-fenced throughout the flat to rolling terrain. 40% of the ranch is nice brush with the remainder in native pastureland. The wildlife on the property consists of deer, doves, some bobwhite quail and most varmint species.

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Central Texas v Medina County v Castroville

Only 3.2 miles west of Castroville sits this beautiful five-bedroom, four- and one-half-bath ranchstyle, stucco home. The 68.2 acres make this property a magnificent recreational hunting ranch.

The grand entry leads you into a spacious living room with a rock fireplace. Inside, the bright and open floor plan has numerous windows, giving the home a bright and airy feeling. The gourmet

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island kitchen features stainless steel appliances and a commercial-grade stove. The master suite features a double-sided fireplace, garden tub and separate shower. This home also features a pool and spa, shop building with covered RV parking, detached garage with guest quarters, five water meters and two entrances off Highway 90. A three-bedroom, two-bath caretaker’s home is also on the property. This great hunting property is ideal for running livestock and includes two stock ponds, a wet-weather creek and thick native brush with interspersed clearings.

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Located in the popular Texas Hill Country just outside of Boerne is this fabulous 457-acre ranch waiting for future development either as a superb working or recreational ranch or as a new development. There is a 5-acre spring-fed lake plus three new wells to meet the current

needs of the property. Abundant wildlife calling this land home includes deer, turkey and some exotics. The Allen, Little Joshua and Cibolo Creeks all run through the property, while many older oaks dot the landscape. Two older homes provide shelter, while panoramic views from several overlooks feed the soul with peace and tranquility. The potential for future development is unlimited. The property’s rolling to hilly topography is fenced with a barn nearby. The Boerne school district serves the needs of children in the area.

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Central Texas Wilson County v Sutherland

Located on 251 acres just 40 minutes from San Antonio is this hilltop getaway with an exceptional modern, country, Texas rock estate built in 2005. The grand double doors lead into the dramatic entry with a soaring 23-foot ceiling and a huge spiral staircase. The gourmet kitchen, family room, two bedrooms and master suite are on the first floor, while a “Juliet” balcony, more bedrooms, a living area and large covered porch share the upstairs.

Peaceful valley views of the rolling terrain are seen from the porches and patio area just beyond the pool. A second home on the property is the original homestead, circa 1870.

This two-story farmhouse has an abundance of character, but is in need of restoration. The large barn has a work area and living quarters.

The ranch has a hay barn, holding pens, water well and stock tank. The acreage is divided into

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Brooks County Ranch

5,941 Acres

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This may be one of the more outstanding deer, quail, dove, hog, turkey and cattle ranches available on the market. The entire ranch consists of sugar sand and oak mott country ideal for some of the best quail habitat South Texas has to offer. The ranch is well watered and has been primarily built for a working cattle ranch and game managed for many years. The deer hunting is very good with a buck being taken in the past that scored around 170 B&C.

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

Post Oak Ranch 1,765 Acres

South Texas v Goliad County v Goliad

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

Dramatic hills with 15-mile views, two comfortable ranch houses, a metal barn, many colorful hardwoods, lush valleys, great hunting, big neighbors and creek fishing complete this property one hour west of San Antonio. This one has it all!

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This raw land tract is covered in giant post oak, live oak and all native brush. The ranch is just south of historic Goliad, Texas, surrounded by very large neighbors and loaded with wildlife.

Several creeks offer good locations for lake development. It is very private and ready for your personal touch.

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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,

Catorce Ranch

2,188 Acres

South Texas v Maverick County v Uvalde

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 property will also convey with great minerals and full surface control. Big deer hunting on the property benefits from seven years of management and supplemental feeding. This is a very rare find on today’s market.

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3,825± Acres

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For its size, this is one of the more incredible ranches on today’s market! Most of the ranch is low Located in Southwest Texas in eastern fenced with large neighbors up to 40,000 acres, and it is loaded with game. A new three-bedroom, Terrell County, 15 miles west of Langtry and two- and one-half-bath custom home entices you to not want to leave. There are a couple tanks, approximately 79 miles west of Del Rio, this is water wells and a few food plots watered by a new center pivot irrigation system. The ranch is an excellent ranch for the area with whitetail also covered in incredible South Texas brush! and mule deer, turkey, quail and javelina.

Lozier Canyon runs through the center of this ranch for over a mile. There is good variation in the topography with 300-foot elevation changes, scenic canyons, dramatic bluffs, great protein brush habitat for deer, wide valleys with soil and heavy brush. There are two water wells and electricity to the ranch. Very private with large neighbors, the ranch is fenced, and there are over two miles of paved frontage on Highway 90. There are no oil or gas wells, and two to three sections of classified minerals will

Llano River Ranch

convey. $475 per acre.

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Texas Hill Country v Kimble County v Junction

This ranch features 2,700± feet (half a mile) of beautiful Llano River. Set in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, only 50 miles northwest of Kerrville, Texas, in Kimble County at Junction, Texas, this ranch offers Highway 377 frontage, awesome bluffs with breathtaking building sites and views overlooking the river and a good combination of accessible water with soothing shallow rapids and deep blue-green water for fishing or canoeing. This outdoor paradise has whitetail and axis deer, turkey, hog, bass and catfish in the river. A new cedar cabin overlooks the river. $6,500 per acre.

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This ranch is available for the first time in many years. There is plenty of quality wildlife for yearround entertainment and even the potential to offer a few limited hunts to the public to help generate some revenue. The water on

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

South Texas v Val Verde County v Del Rio

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!

Quail Country Ranch 1,656 Acres

Palo Pinto Ranch

South Texas Dimmit County v Carrizo Springs

2,448 Acres

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Possibly the largest water ranch in South Texas, this ranch includes over two miles of spring-fed Pinto Creek passing through. Other water features include several nice lakes and an 800-gpm artesian water well that irrigates over 100 acres of pecans and improved pastures on the ranch. The creek is lined with giant oaks and pecans. The ranch is loaded with wildlife and has a nice ranch house.

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hunting habitat South Texas has to offer, the ranch boasts world-class quail hunting habitat.

Frio River Ranch

The deer herd is spectacular with one buck this last season scoring 193 B&C, and there

384 Acres

should be more next season. Part of the ranch

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is sandy, mesquite mott country that quail thrive for. A nice four-bedroom rock home, walk-in cooler and other amenities complete this ranch to walk-in status.

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recreational area are almost non-existent. Given the amount and quality of the improvements, this ranch makes for outstanding year-round entertainment. Considering the location and layout of the property with respect to road frontage, river flow and proximity to summer recreational attractions, there is also investment/development attractiveness and potential.

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This hilltop estate sits on 80 acres just north of Fredericksburg off RR 965. This property is extremely private with a 2,000+-acre neighbor, direct blacktop road access, crushed granite roads and two flowing creeks (Polander and

Bee). The land is mostly cleared of cedar along the front. The main house is 3,000Âą square feet, and the guesthouse is 1,000 square feet. Other features include the huge screened-in back porches overlooking the canyon, heated swimming pool and private patio observation deck with stairs leading down to the swimming hole and creeks. A storage barn with shed and a tennis court make this property versatile.

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These 171 rolling acres have multiple building sites along the ridges which offer miles and miles of undeveloped views. There is a wet-weather creek that borders the eastern fence line and three medium-sized ponds. Other features include a water well, septic system, electricity, fenced areas for food plots or agriculture and a large pole barn. Large-acreage neighbors ranging from 250 to 2,000 acres border this piece, making this property very private. This property is just 40 minutes west of Austin via Hamilton Pool Road and Cypress Mill Road (CR 301).

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This well-manicured 188-acre property offers flowing Rocky Creek, mature pecan bottom, open green meadows and thick brush/tree cover for wildlife. This terrain is rolling and provides exceptional views of the hills. The 2005 built main home is 2,300Âą square feet. This property has direct access off of Rocky Road and has a paved road to the main house. Just west of Johnson City, this ranch is just over an hour to the San Antonio and Austin international airports.

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Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

Gorgeous 302-acre Hollow Creek Ranch is near LBJ State Park, just minutes from Stonewall and Fredericksburg and an hour west of Austin. It is an excellent hunting ranch with large acreage neighbors and free-ranging exotics. Dramatic Hollow Creek runs through the property with swing gates. There is an abundance of mature oak and elm with minimal cedar and mesquite, as well as excellent grasses with cross-fencing. A water well, tank, two natural springs, a windmill, stockyards, troughs and a large metal hay barn and shed round out the improvements. An electric gate and a mile of improved roads with crushed granite surface lead to several good building sites.

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White Oak Creek Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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This 120-acre ranch has over 4,200 feet of live, flowing White Oak Creek with natural swimming holes and waterfalls. Wide banks and deep water make this one of the best water properties in the area. This ranch offers varied topography from open fields to rugged canyons covered with oak, pecan and cypress trees.

Wildlife are plentiful including axis, whitetail deer, dove, turkey and quail. The main home offers 2,400 square feet with a 950-square-foot guest home. Other features include an indoor swimming pool, four water wells pumping 50 to 260 gpm, 1,100 feet of road frontage and mineral rights which convey. This property has been in the same family since 1950.

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This well-cared-for 2,500-square-foot, hilltop home sits on over 50 acres with nice rolling views of the surrounding Hill Country. Mature oaks and native brush provide ample cover for the plentiful whitetail deer, turkeys 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 onebedroom garage apartment, a high-fenced vegetable garden and good road surface. This property is just over an hour from Austin or San Antonio.

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N Boerne Ranch

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne 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 large main house features 20-foot vaulted ceilings, three bedrooms, three and a half baths, a magnificent Keith Zarrsdesigned 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!

Beach Properties Bret Beach owner

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Truly, this is the best live water property you will find anywhere! These 850± acres are nine miles outside of Boerne in Kendall County.

You have the best of both worlds on this wonderland, with approximately four miles of the Guadalupe River and approximately one mile of clear, rock-bottom Wasp Creek, lined with cypress trees as far as one can see. The beautiful main home has 6,500± square feet with river views and two great guesthouses.

This property is made up of fields, rolling hills to Hill Country views. Oh, yes! Like I said, water views, too! The options on this piece of paradise are unlimited, from recreational to subdividing. Get it now! This is truly a great find near Boerne schools!

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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.

Beach Properties Bret Beach owner

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Bret Beach 164 Ranch Drive • Boerne, TX 78006

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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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Lavaca River Ranch

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Central Texas v Jackson County v Edna

The 5,276-acre Lavaca River Ranch in Jackson County, bordering Victoria County, fronts the Lavaca River for approximately three miles. Currently, the main agricultural production for this ranch is rice and cattle grazing due to the greater amount of rainfall this region receives annually compared to other areas in Texas. The property has not historically been used as a game ranch, though it has all the makings for a phenomenal operation. If the ranch was high fenced and the fields were converted to protein crops, a rancher could grow and breed superior native and exotic game without managing costly and time consuming bulk feeders. Some of the irrigated fields should be left in wet crops to keep the natural bird population. This area of Texas has some of the best turkey, goose, duck, dove and quail hunting the state has to offer. The central location of this ranch makes for easy drive time. The ranch is 99 miles to the courthouse in downtown Houston, 63 miles to Sugar Land, which is just outside of Houston, 35 miles to Port Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor, one and a half hours to Corpus Christi, two hours from the San Antonio airport and two and a half hours from the Austin airport. The property sits on top of the Gulf Coast Aquifer, which is known to have the highest annual yield of any aquifer in Texas. $18,467,750.

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This tastefully appointed Texas-style home is perched on a private hilltop with hypnotic views on 38 acres that are not part of a subdivision.

Lamb Creek meanders across the meadow in the front of the property and below the home at the base of the hill. Deer traverse the property and often bed in the lush meadowland. Birds play in the trees, while the frogs croak by the creek side. Cooling breezes flow across the treetops, creating a green sea of motion. These are descriptions of the tranquility this property contains 12 minutes south of Kerrville, Texas. The main home has four bedrooms and three and a half baths. It has an elevated porch shaded by its roof and a covered patio area that make for great outdoor entertaining. The one-bedroom, one-bath guesthouse across the drive from the main home has an open living room with kitchenette. This property has all the good things the Hill Country has to offer.

Give me a call and we will go kick around for a spell. $825,000. Call Graydon Vaught at 830 739-0040.

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About 40 miles northwest of Uvalde, this pristine 2,693-acre property has a much sought-after year-round creek. In a valley surrounded by scenic hills, the property has abundant wildlife: whitetail and axis deer, aoudad rams, turkey and dove. A perfect family or corporate hunting getaway, this property has a rock house, cabin, recreational center and a very well outfitted lodge with a walk-in cooler and a smokehouse. This turn-key ranch has a large enclosed barn, 14 hunting blinds and two wells with miles of piping. It is the best live water value in Kinney County!

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This first-class commercial game breeding and hunting operation has impressive improvements. These 201± acres in Gillespie County between Surrounded by six private cabins that allow for comfortable accommodations for hunters, a new Harper and Fredricksburg offer a nicely 3,300-square-foot lodge has a commercial kitchen. There is a three-bedroom, two-bath foreman’s house, five wells and two lakes. On the operations side, there is a 2,400-square-foot handling

restored, utterly charming farmhouse, guest cabin, barns, two wells and join a large ranch.

facility fitted with breeding equipment and a state-of-the-art AI machine. There are 32 quarter- There is good hunting and cattle grazing, great acre breeding pens and a 25-acre soft release pen. This property is well stocked with genetically

views and mixtures of soil with live oaks,

superior deer, ducks, quail and dove. There is new perimeter high fencing, and a full MLD hunting Spanish oaks, pecan and very little cedar. This classification is in place. This is truly an immaculate turn-key operation. $4,500,000.

property is immaculate! $1,125,000.

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These 1,207± acres are suitable for a ranch or game hunting operation. Located in the heart of Texas, this ranch has great elevation changes and fantastic views. The property is well wooded with multiple spring-fed tanks. Food plots are spread throughout, creating a haven for wildlife: whitetail deer, turkey, hogs and varmints. There are four wells and two electric poles in place. The ranch is almost threequarters high fenced and has a new entrance on the highway frontage. $3,862,400.

Dos Amigos Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kimble County v Telegraph

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Just eight miles west of Telegraph lies a 532-acre sportsman’s paradise. The Dos Amigos Ranch boasts

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whitetail deer and free-range axis, turkey, hogs and rams for your hunting pleasure! Improvements include a newly remodeled, very comfortable 1,200-square-foot, three-bedroom, one-bath home and a 30' by 36' slab-based barn with a covered porch for additional vehicle storage. Well and electricity are in place. This property is perfect for the avid hunter who wants a private refuge! Deer feeders and hunting blinds are waiting, and there’s plenty of room for family and friends.

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Squaw Mountain Ranch 1,147 Acres

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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 enthusiastâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 8Âą 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.

Diamond in the Rough 948 Acres

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This property is just outside of the small town of El Indio, Texas. The ranch, decades ago, was partially utilized for farming crops, but those areas have since been reclaimed by

Bulverde Ranch

native brush and mesquite. The ranch has a South Texas v Comal County v Bulverde variety of different types of brush that allows This ranch is on the southern edge of the Hill Country. It is in an area that is close enough to San for great whitetail as well as a combination of

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Antonio with easy access down 281, but also just far enough to enjoy the peace that comes with blue and bobwhite quail hunting. There are country living. The property has an older home that sits within a backdrop of beautiful oak trees. areas that have large bull mesquites and higher The home has a swimming pool and two small ponds beside it. The views are incredible as you areas around the gravel hills that have a lot of overlook the deep, winding, dry Cibolo Creek bottom. The habitat is perfect for enjoying the deer cenizo and black brush with great views across and turkey indigenous to the area. There are not many properties like this that are still untouched this historic South Texas region. The most by the huge developmental boom going on in this area. appealing aspect of this ranch is it borders

Trophy Exotic Ranch

both the historic Cage and Winship Ranches that have been heavily managed and produce

190 Acres

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This ranch on the Edwards and Kerr County line consists of 190 game-fenced acres. It really is the best of both worlds, from a free ranging operation to a managed herd. Driving through

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the ranch, not only are the views incredible with

red deer, scimitar oryx, aoudad sheep, mouflon sheep and whitetail deer in a managed operation. 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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Cuero Ranch 184 Acres

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This property is about eight miles north of Cuero, Texas and is accessed by Highway 183, a state paved highway. The ranch also has county road access all along two sides. The property has a variety of different vegetation. There are numerous large oak trees scattered along the seasonal creek bottom and in some brushy areas on the east end of the ranch. A set of pens is near the house next to the old train station. The old train station would make an excellent guesthouse or just use it for a storage area. There are three stock tanks on the property, a house well and an older irrigation well that is no longer utilized.

End of the Road Ranch 160 Acres

Winship Ranch

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looking for, but can’t find. The property has a 4,000-square-foot ranch-style home nestled within some of the many beautiful oak trees that make up the ranch. The home consists of five bedrooms, three baths, two living areas, a spacious kitchen/dining area, game room, office and hot tub on the balcony overlooking

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to excellent quail hunting within the areas of open pasture and low-growing brush. The ranch has

of brush on the backside that is perfect for

This property in the “Golden Triangle” has the perfect “proven” mix of the varieties of native has a lighted arena, cattle pens and a 60' by South Texas brush that produce trophy whitetail deer year after year. This ranch is the eastern 45' pole barn. The ranch is predominately end of the 17,000-acre Winship Ranch. Just minutes away from Carrizo Springs and Eagle Pass a coastal fields, very well maintained and is a short 25-minute drive, this ranch is in the heart of big deer country. This ranch is also conducive horse lover’s dream. There is also a great mix been under a wildlife management program for over 10 years and also has a Wildlife Management hunting deer, hogs and quail. There are three Permit granted by the Texas Wildlife Department. This past season, a 198-class whitetail was tanks (one that holds water well) that allow harvested within the Winship Ranch. There are also four stock tanks and excellent bass fishing.

for exceptional dove hunting.

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This ranch is two miles west of Floresville, Texas and only 20 minutes from San Antonio.

The property has 25%± open coastal pastures with scattered live oaks and the remainder in native vegetation, rolling hills and large, oakcovered seasonal creek bottoms. There is a great ranch home and two barns at the headquarters near the center of the property. The ranch is fenced around the perimeter and cross-fenced into many pastures. There is one pond/tank on this property with many more potential pond/tank sites.

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This ranch is between Poteet and Leming, Texas.

This is a beautiful piece of property that has much to offer. There are 60 acres of improved coastal pasture, and the balance is in brush with a scattering of majestic oaks throughout the property. There is no shortage of water with a Carrizo well and five stock tanks. The ranch

Weekend Getaway Ranch 195 Acres

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also has a number of nice homesites with great views. The avid deer, turkey, hog or dove hunter will be pleased with the availability of game on the ranch. This ranch will not be available long.

Please call us for a showing.

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Country Retreat 133 Acres

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to offer. The improvements include a four-year- The ranch has rolling terrain, great red soil, South Texas high protein brush, bull mesquites, old home with four bedrooms, two and a half and large pastures for game food plots, bird hunting or to graze cattle. A seasonal creek flows baths, a formal dining area, breakfast area, through the ranch, and water is caught in the large fishing tank at the back of the property. The spacious kitchen and wraparound porches.

ranch is set up to be the all-around whitetail hunting and cattle ranch. The owners have brought

The property also has an in-ground swimming

in breeding bucks and bred does from great whitetail ranches. There were a few native deer that pool, two barns, horse stalls and a separate remained on the ranch when the property was high fenced. There is turkey, hog, quail and dove apartment! The ranch has a small, improved hunting on the ranch. This property offers a 2Âą-acre stocked fishing pond with a Carrizo water pasture for hay and a great mix of brush for

well nearby with a water line run to the pond to maintain a constant water level for year-round hunting whitetail deer and hogs. There is entertainment. There are two water wells on the property.

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feet and is just one of the great features of this property. The farm has been highly improved over the years and is a producing hay and cattle operation. A total of 700 acres of Tifton 85 are

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three Zimmatic pivot irrigation systems and the remainder planted in other areas. The pivot systems are all electric and are supplied water

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planted on the farm with 380 acres under

excess of 3,300 gallons per minute. It is a very strong irrigation well, and all three pivots can be are six stock tanks and a large reservoir with a cabin and fishing pier with a diving board. The hunting blinds with feeders. The property has a set of cattle working pens, and the fields are separated by both permanent fencing and electric fencing.

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Perfect as a corporate retreat or spectacular private ranch, the 900+-acre Circle T Ranch is near Hamilton, Texas. With varied terrain and ample water, the ranch offers a stunning creek-side park and pavilion, stables, workshop, deer processing plant, guesthouse, managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house, clubhouse/ office, 11-acre shotgun shooting facility, regulation roping/rodeo arena and many more amenities. The spacious 7,500-square-foot custom ranch house conveys fully furnished with distinctive western dĂŠcor that extends to the pool and patio area complete with Jacuzzi and outdoor kitchen.

This is a one-of-a-kind property. Contact Stefanie Cobb at 972 989-5220 or Janet Jackson at 254 709-1187.

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nter through 200-year-old Spanish doors to your own private resort. The courtyard pool setting flanked by Hill Country vistas spanning over 20 miles transforms oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s frame of mind

to vacation mode. This relaxed compound setting was created and built by Billy and Mary Canavan of Buffalo Homes, Inc. The Texas hacienda-style home with two bedrooms and two and a half baths and the two adjoining casitas with three bedrooms and two baths offer all the comforts required for the discerning buyer who enjoys entertaining friends and family. Entertain your guests around the pool fireplace or on the screened-in porch. Either side of the home will find your guests in awe over the views. These 160 acres nestled between Sisterdale, Comfort and Luckenbach offer breathtaking views of neighboring ranches. Meander along a country lane, stopping only for sheep and cattle from the surrounding homesteaded ranches, to this secluded piece of paradise. High game fencing provides secure habitat for wildlife to be enjoyed. Old ranch roads lead to multiple views and the opportunity for future development. $4,500,000.

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our miles from New Ulm, Texas and an easy 60-minute drive from Houston is a truly remarkable country estate development.

489 acres of the most beautiful landscape and lush rolling hills

offering magnificent vistas, enchanting forests and inspiring ecological diversity. The sandy loam soil has a genteel softness under foot and is ideal for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. Ravines and ponds complement this natural setting. The developer, Lanham Frazier, resides in the area and has thoughtfully enhanced natural beauty with sophisticated wood rail fencing, gated stone entries, underground electrical, selective brush management and a bold native ecological restoration program. Native American Seed of Junction, Texas (seedsource.com) was utilized by planting 36 species of native wildflowers and 28 species of native grasses.

This intense restoration program added diversity and enrichment to the numerous existing varieties of native wildflowers and grasses. Recent environmental surveys indicated, “The wildflowers and songbirds were spectacular. We have surveyed many properties and the variety we catalogued exceeded any we have observed.”

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New Bremen Reserve is an exclusive country estate development. There are only five country estates available from 80 acres to 112 acres starting at $1,500,000. Restrictions will ensure New Bremen Reserve is professionally maintained and preserved for generations.

When you visit New Bremen Reserve, you will feel the passion and care for this beautiful land.

New Bremen Reserve is truly a special place.

Contact Katinka Ralton with KBR Properties to set up your appointment to tour this special country estate. For more information visit www.newbremenreserve.com.

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Villa at Whiskey Ridge Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

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A magnificent Mediterranean-style villa on 40 acres of the Hill Country’s most beautiful landscapes, only four miles from Kerrville and 17 miles from Fredericksburg. The Villa is an architectural masterpiece in design and craftsmanship, set amid year-round spring-fed creeks, waterfalls, fern-laden grottos, heavily wooded hillsides, stunning views and abundant wildlife.

Consisting of four bedrooms and six and a half baths, this 7,500-square-foot home was created

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for entertaining. Massive cantera columns from Guadalajara were elegantly incorporated into the exterior and interior profiles along with travertine marble flooring, soaring 20-foot ceilings, his and her onyx-highlighted master baths, beautiful faux walls and ceilings and custom faux kitchen cabinets. There are three interior fireplaces and one exterior fireplace. Commercial-grade

“Selling Fine Homes and Ranches Since 1973” stainless steel appliances and granite countertops make the open kitchen area a treat to cook in.

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There is an elegant formal dining room, two private offices, a reading/television room, formal great room, workout room with sauna, outdoor California kitchen with infinity pool and spa and covered verandas with French doors from each bedroom. The most popular area is the massive 50' by 30' trophy room with custom-made mesquite bar, 20-foot hand-hewn log ceiling, huge Santa Fe-style fireplace and an upstairs theater-quality media room. Lush landscaping and beautiful trees are home to the happiest birds in Texas—they sing all day long! This is truly one of the Hill Country’s finest estates. Broker owned.

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Cole Ranch

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Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Bandera This is an extraordinary little ranch with a much sought-after location! Approximately eight miles north of Bandera and 17 miles south of Kerrville, one will find the privately sequestered, yet easily accessible Cole Family’s Eagle’s Quest Ranch. With elevations up to 2,400 feet, the vistas from the hilltop are absolutely magnificent. These heavily wooded hilltops and cliff edges were home to Texas’ earliest inhabitants. Native American tribes of Comanche and Lipan Apache actually lived in and hunted the hills of this ranch (arrowheads and artifacts have been found). The hilltop elevations provided protection as well as detection of anyone approaching this area from many miles away. Much of the ranch has been purposely protected in its original state. The Cole family built a rustic, yet modern three-bedroom, two-bath ranch house as well as other modest ranch improvements. The ranch is high fenced with a good road system, has a horse corral with hay barn, a pond and a larger lake (dam leaks). This is a beautiful ranch with lots of history.

“If only these hills could talk, what stories they could tell!”

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1,012-Acre San Gabriel River Ranch Central Texas v Williamson County v Liberty Hill

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An outstanding investment opportunity and one of the last large tracts, perfectly situated for development or recreational use, this property lies less than 35 miles north of downtown Austin, 25 minutes from the new Domain Shopping Center (think Neiman Marcus) and eight miles from the 183 A toll road/park and ride/commuter rail. The ranch features over a half-mile of gorgeous, crystal-clear San Gabriel River frontage (both sides) and 3,500± feet of frontage on a paved county road and Stubblefield Lane dead ending into the ranch northeast corner. Beautiful Hill Country views, large oak trees, pecans, very little cedar and a wonderful large stocked fishing lake round out the package. Water and sewer are available nearby and have capacity to serve this site. Liberty Hill ISD. This is really the last of its kind, so hurry!

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This incredible estate compound is composed of a newly constructed 7,500-square-foot custom home built by Bill Dunn, a 2,300-square-foot guesthouse, barn, office and workout room. This spectacular tract is minutes from Dripping Springs and Wimberley and just 30

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minutes from Austin. The main home sits above beautiful rock-bottomed Freestone Creek, has enough variation in topography to keep it “interesting.” High-fenced on three sides and ranches and affords the utmost privacy. This would make a great retreat, music studio or drop-dead “showplace.” More land could be available.

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3,300-Acre Nicholson Ranch Texas Hill Country v Hays County v Henly

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Miles and miles of Texas can be yours. This tract literally spans four miles in northern Hays County and is the last large undeveloped tract in this part of the world! This untouched and undisturbed rugged wilderness has jaw-dropping views, heavy tree cover, plentiful wild game and opportunity written all over it. Its strategic location just 35 miles west of Austin and 48 miles from San Antonio puts it in the bull’s eye for long-term development or investment. High-fenced on three sides and surrounded by well-known showplace ranches, the Nicholson Ranch is soon to be a Crown Jewel in someone’s portfolio or an heirloom that will be passed from generation to generation—this one has been for more than the last 50 years. Qualified buyers please contact Becky Adkins for more information.

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You can search the Hill Country and never be lucky enough to find a ranch like this one. It offers the best location, live water, views and meticulously kept first-class improvements. This offering is new to the market and isn’t one of those ranches that you have seen cut up or re-traded over and over again. It is just 45 minutes from Austin or San Antonio and a few miles east of Johnson City.

The 3,300 feet of amazing river frontage is accessible by interior roads, and the recent clearing of cedar opened up heart-stopping views of the valley. Enough vegetation thoughtfully remains to provide plenty of cover for the game. A three-bedroom, two-bath ranch home boasts quality and includes a living room, den, sunroom, dining room, Corian kitchen counters, wood floors and wooded vaulted ceilings. A new garage with workshop, guest cabin and two barns are all enclosed in pipe fencing to complete the headquarters. 80-100 acres of coastal fields and fenced-in pastures make this an ideal horse place. This is a ranch that will be passed through generations.

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This very scenic 6,942-acre ranch lies in the northeastern portion of Val Verde County, Texas. The well-watered ranch is divided into five pastures for livestock and has good whitetail deer, turkey and quail hunting. White Ranch has a small amount of minerals classified, but is very reasonably priced at $495 per acre.

Beautiful scenic views and canyons are just part of what you will find on this property!

Lone Star Ranch 6,327 Acres

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This ranch is a short drive north of Dallas/ Ft. Worth, east of Henrietta, Texas. The Lone Star Ranch, with beautiful rolling hills and tree-covered river bottoms, is one of the most productive ranches in the area with the potential for 1,000 cows. Outstanding improvements along with deer, quail and duck hunting make this ranch the complete package!

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southeast of Marathon, Texas in Brewster County. This beautifully rugged West Texas ranch consists of 7,360 acres offering great hunting opportunities for mule deer along with vistas that seem to go on forever. There are 20+ water troughs strategically located. With hunting blinds and feeders already in place, this ranch offers the ultimate in turn-key hunting. A comfortable headquarters with electricity, phone service, satellite television, walk-in cooler and backup generator awaits you. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out on this great opportunity priced at $325 per acre!

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15,775 Acres

Northwest Texas v Shackelford Co. v Albany This ranch has good access approximately 15 miles northwest of Albany, Texas. The scenic,

yet productive features of the Hendricks Ranch include its rough canyons, rolling hills and enormous amount of river bottom terrain. Vegetation consists of mesquite, elm, hackberry, cottonwood and willow trees as well an abundance of native browse. The grass cover is exceptional! There are approximately nine miles of beautiful Brazos River winding though this ranch as well as many miles of Fish Creek, a beautiful spring-fed creek, and other smaller creeks. Treated community water is piped to the ranch, and there are several lakes and earth tanks. The Hendricks Ranch has its place in history as a premier hunting and cattle ranch. The lodge and hunting operation on this ranch are among the best and are regularly featured on a variety of nationally televised sports shows. The same outfitter has presented premium hunts for 22 years on the ranch. The whitetail deer hunting has been managed and cultivated to become one of the leading hunting ranches in Texas. The turkey, quail, dove and hog hunting are as good as it gets. This spacious property offers you many varied styles of terrain and hunts with its diverse environment. Fishing in the river and lakes on the Hendricks Ranch are an added bonus. The outfitter operates year round with plenty of excitement and activity for all. The ranch is known to produce record book game. The entertainment and income potential are almost without limits. The lodge on the river is capable of entertaining, feeding and sleeping 40 to 60 people in multiple spacious buildings. There are also several barns and corrals. This is a historic ranch operating under the same name since early in the 1900s. Shackelford County is known for its ranching and hunting reputation. It is rare to find a large ranch of this quality for sale in this area. The Hendricks Ranch will satisfy your need to own and operate such a premium ranch and has the long-term potential to increase your net worth. $2,500 per acre or $39,437,500 total. Additional property is available at www.llptexasranchland.com.

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River Valley Ranch

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Located 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. Here, you can truly get away from it all and get to it all. Its 1,561± acres encompass hilltops to the north, while the southern edge of the ranch is bordered by 1.33 miles of riverfront. Shaded banks meet deep pools and cascading rapids, creating a paradise for water recreation that accompanies its ecological richness and diversity. 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 that could easily be placed under a wildlife exemption. River Valley Ranch is a slice of heritage Texas and a magnificent landscape.

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Located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country within an hour’s drive of either Austin or San Antonio, Cottonwood Creek Ranch is easily accessible from Highway 281 on its western approach and Highway 71 from the east. Enjoy solitude and beauty on the legendary Pedernales River and year-round Cottonwood Creek. Within its 626 acres, a gently streaming tributary courses its way through the lush Hill Country landscape. Towering live oaks and cedar elms blend with

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the myriad of native grasses and wildflowers to create an ever-changing backdrop of color and texture. Nestled under the canopy of shade trees, a newly renovated and updated six-bedroom lodge welcomes the ranch’s new owner and can also serve as a headquarters while one creates a unique ranch home on one of many beautiful sites.

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19-Mile Crossing Ranch

7,000± Acres, A Nueces River Natural Central Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

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Spanning 7,000± acres on the Nueces River and located just 19 miles north of Uvalde on Highway 55, a Texas landscape of uncommon character awaits. With approximately a mile of the magnificent, clear Nueces River on its border, 19-Mile Crossing Ranch offers a very private recreational oasis. Cascading rapids transition to deep swimming holes and beckon

Ragsdale Ranch

497± Acres, A Horse Lover’s Dream

one to enjoy a myriad of water activities. Under Texas Hill Country v Hays County v Austin towering oak trees, a 1,300-square-foot three-bedroom, two-bath rock ranch house sits in close

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proximity to the Nueces. Rolling hills, imposing ridgelines and majestic mesas afford stunning 360- of downtown Austin, and a mere 30 minutes degree vistas of the Texas Hill Country and the Nueces River Valley. The ranch hasn’t been hunted later you’re surrounded by the natural splendor in two years, and whitetail deer, turkey, feral hogs, dove and other native game can be found in

of your own slice of Texas. Its 497± acres of open

abundance. A gravity flow well system delivers water for livestock and wild game throughout the

grassland fields make Ragsdale Ranch the perfect

property. A well laid out road infrastructure enhances accessibility to the ranch’s many amenities.

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

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ranch a smooth experience. Getting to Ragsdale

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Highway 150 and access to Highway 12 via a

Ranch is exceptionally simple, with frontage on

Rich, black dirt runs deep throughout the property, which means this is a place where the county road. This ranch can be divided into two agricultural possibilities are equal to the hunting opportunities. These 2,251± acres, nine miles parcels. Offered by Owner/Broker. 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.

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This beautiful Hill Country ranch features diverse terrain and amazing, 360-degree, 20+mile hilltop views. All cedar has been removed, leaving a park-like setting. On CR 962, a short 15 minutes from Marble Falls, the ranch has two wells, each producing 45± gpm, one pond and two large lakes. Improvements on the ranch include a new four-bedroom, four-bath home, six covered horse stalls and a huge equipment barn with four bays, all with heating and cooling systems. This is a great recreational ranch with development potential given its location.

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Blanco County Ranch 650± Acres

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Meyers Ranch 2,650± Acres

South Texas v Duval County v Freer

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This prime South Texas hunting ranch with This awesome, high-fenced, well-watered South Texas ranch has three wells, two seasonal creeks Highway 534 frontage is conveniently located and two ponds. Terrain consists of a great mix of high-protein brush, excellent grasses and lots of off I-37 between San Antonio and Corpus

rolling land. Improvements include a new four-bedroom, two-bath modular home with a covered

Christi, Texas, within a mile of Lake Corpus porch, a small barn and a covered parking area. Land and wildlife management have improved Christi and 30 minutes to Choke Canyon Lake. the quail and deer habitat, creating an incredible hunting environment.

Terrain and brush on the ranch are well suited for growing big whitetail deer. Improvements include several senderos, food plots and two ponds. This ranch has great hunting, recreation or development potential.

Pinto Creek Ranch 4,000± Acres

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This high-fenced, live water ranch west of Brackettville has Highway 90 frontage, fantastic rolling

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terrain, a half-mile of live Pinto Creek, six wells and three ponds. Other improvements include a four-bedroom main house on top of Pinto Creek, two other camp houses, an airstrip, a 50' by 100' equipment barn, a lighted roping arena, cattle pens, horse stalls, improved roads and wildlife and quail feed stations. An extensive wildlife management program is in place.

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This high-fenced ranch north of Big Wells, just inside the Zavala County line, has paved FM 1867 frontage. This excellent, improved hunting ranch consists of healthy brush, native wildlife and releases of five trophy whitetail

RU Ranch 956± Acres

South Texas v Zavala County v Big Wells

bucks. Improvements include a hunting lodge, two electric Carrizo wells, two stocked lakes, buried water lines, numerous blinds and feeders and a producing oil well.

Frio River Ranch 384± Acres

Central Texas v Uvalde County v Concan

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This high-fenced, live water, recreational river ranch on Highway 127 and FM 2690 has incredible rock bluffs, Indian caves and numerous mounds. Fishing is outstanding along 15,420' of crystalclear Frio River, providing exceptional catfish, bass and fly-fishing. The “blue water” hole is one of the largest on the Frio River, 30' deep with dinosaur tracts on the bottom. Improvements include

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This awesome high-fenced ranch has lots of water with a fantastic managed quail and deer habitat of developed water resources,

strip clearing of brush and supplemental six domestic wells, six houses overlooking the river, a large insulated barn and outbuildings. This feeding. Improvements include several large ranch is perfect for recreational development. equipment barns, a two-story, three-bedroom home, guesthouse and foreman’s house. Water includes three Carrizo wells, 12 pivot systems, several domestic wells and nine ponds. Water lines run from the irrigation wells, providing constant water levels for all ponds. This is an incredible hunting ranch.

San Miguel Ranch 473± Acres

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This incredible high-fenced, live water ranch less than an hour from San Antonio has great

storage building, releases of whitetail deer from scientific breeding pens and good roads

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throughout the ranch. This is a perfectly situated, ready-to-go hunting ranch. Owner/Broker.

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views, hunting and the live San Miguel and wet-weather Davis Creek running through. There are food plots, two wells, a remodeled manufactured home, guesthouse, metal shop barn,

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This enchanting, privately set ranch is only a 75-minute drive from both Houston and Austin and located in one of the most sought-after areas in Washington County! Close to the charming town of Round Top and historic Winedale, this showplace offers superb seclusion amid rolling green countryside, majestic oaks, a historic barn and six ponds! 85 acres are available. Will divide. Lane J. Wall 979 921-9259.

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This exquisite waterfront ranch community is only eight miles from the heart of picturesque Fredericksburg, directly on the popular Pedernales River in the most sought-after region of the state. Surrounded by many of Texasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; finest vineyards and close to famous Luchenbach , this gated community with 40 3- to 5-acre riverfront estates provides the perfect home or weekend getaway from the city. A definite must see for any Texas Hill Country enthusiast! Call 979 921-9259.

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This premier, gated, lakeview ranch community is only a 60 minute drive from Austin and a 90 minute drive from San Antonio. Offering sweeping views of the Hill Country and gorgeous Lake Buchanan, and including a community waterfront park with boat ramp and amenities, these fabulous 1+-acre ranch sites are a must see. With short drives to Llano, Kingsland, Marble Falls and

Burnet, these private ranches offer the perfect slice of the Texas Hill Country! Call 512 608-8620.

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Riverfront Tracts

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Nestled into one of the most scenic parts of the Texas Hill Country, this private estate is conveniently located minutes from the popular Garner and Lost Maples State Parks as well as the Frio Country Resort & Golf Club. The beautiful Frio River and Bybee Creek, along with graceful, majestic cypress trees, fringe the banks of each acreage homesite. Lose yourself in the tranquil setting of this gated community that features intercom and security card access along with amenities such as two waterfront parks, a community center for family events, underground utilities and paved roads as well as quality restrictions to protect your investment. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views, tubing, wildlife, hiking, biking and much more. Demand is high for riverfront property, and they are not making any more rivers! Do not miss your chance to own some of Frio Canyon’s finest. Exclusively offered by Suttle and Company Real Estate. Give us a call; we’ll be waiting.

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Three minutes out of Leakey, the 275-acre Premier

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including seven kinds of exotics. Native whitetail, axis, sika, mouflon, aoudad, markar, ibex and red deer have all been sited and hunted by family only. Two active springs furnish water for wildlife. Highly improved, the ranch offers a gorgeous home with reclaimed long-

Hill Country Classic

leaf pine floors throughout, wall and ceilings of

275 Acres

ponderosa pine, custom red oak cabinets with

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granite tops, recessed lighting and a claw-foot tub in the master bath. Panoramic views of the

Frio Canyon can be taken in and enjoyed from the front porch. A 40' wooden deck highlights the back of the home, and a second with a wooden walk surrounds the house. The property also features a remodeled guesthouse with deck, extra-large single detached garage with porch across one side, workshop complete with bath, washer and dryer, welding shed, storage building and feed barn. All this plus an RV site with septic and most all furnishings remain with the sale. This property is shown by appointment only. Ask for Frankie. $1,300,000.

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one-bath modern house with central air and Kerrville complements the 160 total acres that can be sold as a whole or in part. Improvements heat on 31.56Âą acres. There are outstanding include a modern stone veneer home overlooking the creek with a detached shop/studio and a large views from the front deck with easy access barn/equipment shed. This property is perfect for the horse lover or developer. If you like hunting, fishing, privacy and digging for arrowheads, this property is for you. Call Dub Suttle for details.

Patterson Creek

off of the county road. Axis, whitetail, hogs, blackbuck and the blinds and feeders will stay with the property. Electricity and a good well are in place. Ask for Ike. $159,500.

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Look no more! This 50-acre parcel has everything you could ever want. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s close to town and has great access, city water and electricity available, both sides of Patterson Creek, magnificent oak trees and other hardwoods, no restrictions, hunting allowed, gorgeous views and the list

goes on. Currently, the property is under ag valuation for tax purposes. It would make a beautiful private estate or could be easily subdivided. Ask to see the plat showing the east portion of the property subdivided into 27 1-acre lots. Possible owner terms. The owner is a licensed real estate agent, and there is a .5% bonus to the selling agent. Ask for Shawn.

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Panoramic views of the beautiful countryside of the Chappell Hill area set the tone for this unique country home in a restricted area surrounded by quality farms and ranches.

The custom-designed 3,084-square-foot cedar and stone home sits atop a central hill on these 39+ acres enhanced by rolling pastures, board fencing, horse barns, equipment barn and arenas. The sophisticated and artistically influenced home is complemented by attractive

Hester Hill

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

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Two high hills, each with road access, offer commanding views of the area and its versatile terrain. This 121-acre tract is comprised of large areas of woods interspersed with scenic meadows and populated with various species of native wildlife. A deep creek framed in tall

Whispering Oaks Estate Central Texas v Austin Co. v Bellville

trees winds across the property. The property provides many scenic homesites for new construction and an old farmhouse near the

pond. Presently used for grazing cattle, this Surround yourself in a lovely area of tall trees versatile land can be a great weekend adventure. flanked by woods and a creek on this 10Âą-acre $8,000 per acre. Property may divide.

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tract. In a community development outside of the small town of Bellville, this 2,880-square-foot country home sits quietly amongst the trees, offering a feeling of seclusion. The beautifully designed main house with pool features four bedrooms, three baths and a large study that could serve as an additional bedroom. A second home is nearby across the pond. This twobedroom, two-bath, two-story cottage is an excellent addition to accommodate guests or provide spacious living quarters for a mother-inlaw home. Walking trails meandering through the woods stand in sharp contrast to the close proximity of schools and shopping. $695,000.

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It is difficult to imagine the convenient proximity of Houston when standing on the porch of this stylishly designed stone home. Set on a hill overlooking pastures highlighted with majestic live

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oaks and bordered by a clear sandy creek, this 3,579-square-foot home (ACAD) is enhanced with wonderful vaulted ceilings, custom designs throughout and abundant windows that capitalize

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Lost River Ranch Central Texas v Austin County v Sealy

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So close to the city and yet in the middle of a beautiful tranquil world, cross through a decorative iron gate into a large pasture of improved grasses interrupted by grazing cattle, pecan trees and a pond, creating a feeling of distance between the main house and civilization. An impressive 4,520-squarefoot stone home with a heated pool and over 1,800 square feet of porch sits among tall trees.

The property is enhanced by a wonderful area of woods, highlighted by the seasonal wildlife and water of the “lost river.” This is a truly unique ranch. $1,995,000.

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This 13.9-acre farm is in the very desirable New Ulm area of Austin County and features a beautifully restored historic home with 12foot ceilings and designer touches throughout.

Enjoy the serene surroundings from the almost 1,200 square feet of deck with a gazebo that is situated at the back of the house and looks out at the stocked, well-fed pond with pier.

Red Roof Ranch Central Texas v Austin Co. v New Ulm

The home is accompanied by a garage with an apartment above, a tree house, a metal equipment barn, a horse barn, a loafing shed and high-fenced pastures. $749,500.

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If your dream for a country farm includes a hilltop overlooking miles of rolling hills dotted with scenic barns, woods, creeks and lush meadows, this 53±-acre tract is perfect. This great view is accompanied by two ponds, a lush hay meadow and tall trees along a wet-weather creek. Gravel road frontage, a short distance from a paved road with easy access to Round Top and Brenham, makes this property a quality find. $10,000 per acre.

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On the prominent corner of FM 2502 and FM 2754, this 88±-acre tract is well suited for a cattle or horse farm. Recent fencing and a restored barn allow for an easy transition into this ready-to-enjoy piece of land. An excellent homesite with distant views overlooks the pond and rolling pastures.

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Nestled in a valley surrounded by tall peaks, the Miller Creek Ranch is truly one of the crown jewels of the Texas Hill Country. 6,000 feet of crystal-clear Miller Creek, one of the strongest year-round creeks in the Hill Country, flow through the property. Portions of the creek are dammed, providing dramatic water quality and beauty. Several small lakes filled with bass, catfish and crappie provide excellent fishing opportunities. These 895 acres have been cleared of cedars, encouraging growth of big oaks, native grasses and native plants. Game fenced and cross-fenced, this property also features numerous whitetail deer and axis as well as an assortment of other central Texas native wildlife. The fenced green pastures and 16-stall horse barn act as scenic additions to

the landscape when viewing the property from the spectacular hills surrounding them. A custom 5,500±-square-foot estate home features a native stone façade, four bedrooms and four and a half baths. Natural stone and hardwood pine floors accentuate the limestone walls. The gourmet kitchen features limestone counters, stainless steel Viking appliances, copper sinks and 30-foot beamed ceilings. The great room, anchored by a stone fireplace, features a wet bar and a tall

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ceiling. Other living areas include a family room and parlor. The master suite includes a sitting area, stone fireplace and luxurious bath with walk-in shower, two separate vanities, a sitting room and garden tub. Gardens surround the home, creating an extra sense of privacy. A flagstone patio spreads out from the covered porch and leads to a heated pool with hot tub, limestone fireplace with barbecue pit, exercise room and outdoor restrooms. Large oaks frame the home, shading the manicured grounds. Visitors can also stay at one of two guest cabins near the fishing lake. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a turn-key, live water, luxury ranch with world-class horse facilities only 35 miles west of Austin and 50 miles north of San Antonio. $16,900,000.

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Minutes from Inks Lake, Lake Buchanan and Lake LBJ, this 50-acre retreat sits in the heart of the Highland Lakes region, right off scenic Park Road 4 near Marble Falls. The 5,500-squarefoot, five-bedroom, four- and one-half-bath executive home features wonderful open living spaces, tall ceilings and faux walls. The home includes a formal study, loft game room, open kitchen and spacious ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s suite. The ultimate retreat for friends and family, this property features a negative-edge pool and outdoor entertainment cabana with full kitchen, dining area, wet bar and bath. The manicured acreage is perfect for running horses in this picturesque Hill Country setting. $1,725,000. Home and 21.23 acres offered for $1,495,000.

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Escape to this beautiful live water ranch with great pasture for horses. Among the mature oaks on the property, several species of trees grow along the over 1,600 feet of Sulphur Creek, which runs year-round and is dammed at the northern end of the property, creating falls and several deep pools perfect for swimming and fishing. The inviting 3,500+-square-foot home features five bedrooms and three and a half baths on two stories. Relax in the main-floor living room with fireplace and wraparound deck looking to the creek and property. The master includes an entrance to the deck, a full bath and a walk-in closet. The second floor features three large bedrooms, two baths, living area with fireplace, full wet bar and doors leading to a stone patio with pool looking to the creek.

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fenced on the northern end, includes a small barn for horses and is less than an hour from downtown Austin. $599,000.

These 27 manicured acres feature 2,300+ feet of strong, year-round Onion Creek. Onion Creek forms several pools on the property, creating the perfect spots for fishing and swimming. While mostly in the flood plain, there is a .5-acre building site out of the flood plain overlooking the creek. The land features pastures and secluded wooded areas. This well-maintained land is unrestricted and nine minutes to downtown Austin. There are many possibilities for this land, a perfect spot for running horses, organic farming, pecan orchard, plant nursery, etc. This property is just off Slaughter Lane in south Austin and nine minutes to downtown. $799,000. Currently operating as an organic egg farm. Business and land are available for $924,000.

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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 cross-fenced 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.

Offered at $2,026,950.

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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 announcerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stand and a large covered area for contestants and spectators. The main residence dates from the 1880s and offers three bedrooms and three full baths, central air conditioning and heating, 11' ceilings, wainscoting and oak and pine wood flooring.

A guesthouse completes the amenities of this outstanding ranch. Offered at $2,200,000.

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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 apartment upstairs, half-bath and laundry downstairs. The fully insulated shop offers two overhead doors, a 15' work bench, halogen lights and a 500'

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flip of a switch. A good rock road with an automatic gate at the entrance leads to the shop and

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working pens. Working pens consist of a long covered chute, galvanized gates and overhead

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water well with 4" submersible pump. The building can be connected to a generator with the

bows. There is good duck hunting on two ponds by Ducks Unlimited, two windmills, an 200-head cattle ranch just a 45-minute drive from Houston. Offered at $1,824,872.

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Ready for you and your animals, this premier

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48-acre equestrian estate is highlighted by a

Southeast Texas v Walker County v New Waverly

3,200-square-foot ranch home built in 1999 with three bedrooms, two and one-half baths, an office and an extra room off the master. The living room is open to the kitchen and dining room and features an aspen vaulted ceiling and dry stack sandstone fireplace. The six-stall horse barn has an office with half-bath, fly spray system, tack and feed rooms. The large hay/ equipment barn is positioned for pull-through parking and has a workshop and enclosed hay storage. Each of the eight pastures has water and power. There are lights and a boathouse on the 8-acre stocked lake as well as a camp house

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This stunning custom home offers four bedrooms, four full baths and one-half bath in 4,117 square feet. The great room has aspen vaulted ceilings, New England wide-plank

nearby. Offered at $1,200,000.

Country Lodge Southeast Texas v Montgomery County v Montgomery

pine flooring and a two-story stone fireplace with true masonry firebox. It is open to the kitchen, which features a U-shaped island with extra cabinet space, knotty pine cabinets, tile countertops, a walk-in pantry and a convection oven. The master suite is on the ground floor, while an elegant handcrafted staircase leads to the two upstairs bedrooms, each with a full bathroom and extra-large storage closets. This home also includes a formal dining room and an office with a built-in desk and bay window. A wide, covered porch surrounds the home and opens to the swimming pool with spa, beach entry and lighted landscaping. A covered walkway leads from the house through a small gazebo to the two-bedroom, one-bath apartment above the three-car garage. The serene setting on 30+ acres is nestled among deed-restricted subdivisions close to historic Montgomery and in acclaimed Montgomery ISD. Scattered hardwoods and a large pond are on this fully fenced property with abundant wildlife and sandy soil ideal for horses or cattle. Offered at $1,049,000.

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A great horse place on 54.6 acres, less than five miles from Highway 290 between Hempstead and Navasota, the barn on this farm features eight stalls, an office, storage, half-bath, concrete aisle and overhangs on both sides for parking equipment under cover. Seven paddocks with alleyways

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in between, a paneled round pen and an arena are also included. An adorable two-bedroom, one-

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bath home with wood-planked floors and front porch is complemented by an equipment shed,

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dog kennels, pond, large hay pasture and one golf tee. Offered at $990,000.

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In a prime location about an hour northwest

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of Houston, this expansive one-story, fourbedroom, three-bath stone and stucco home

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has 5,000+ square feet of living space with an open floor plan that offers 12' ceilings, slate floors, special plaster wall finishes, 8' custom solid wood doors and banks of windows. A cookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen has top-of-the-line appliances, slate floors, thick black granite countertops and custom windows that overlook the sparkling pool/spa and fire pit. There is also an immaculate six-stall custom barn with airconditioned feed/tack room, 1,600-square-foot living quarters and an office. Five paddocks with loafing sheds, a four-horse walker, irrigated round pen and a storage barn complete the

High Hill Home Central Texas v Fayette County v Schulenburg

equestrian dream! This property is on 20 rolling acres with magnificent views. It was once part of the famous 9 Bar Ranch. $1,800,000.

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This custom home nestled on 15 manicured rolling acres in the High Hill area features a winding paved drive through majestic live oaks. The beautiful, peaceful setting includes a live creek meandering along the back property line. The 2005 home was constructed with a galvanized

Weimar Weekend Retreat

steel frame and HardiPlank. The property includes a workshop, tool shed, equipment barn and wood-framed guest cottage. $789,000.

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The perfect place for entertaining family and friends, just a little over an hour west of Houston, this three-bedroom, three-bath ranch house has an open floor plan, fireplace, billiards room, a spacious deck and sits on 19 manicured acres overlooking its own gorgeous lake fully stocked and just waiting for you to dip your line. $725,000.

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On 122 acres with breathtaking views, a nice mix of wooded and open areas and three ponds, this unique 3,700-square-foot home, designed by architect William Cannady to take advantage of the natural winds and keep the home cool, offers four bedrooms, three and a half baths and a wonderful porch that spans the back of the home and overlooks the largest pond. $1,299,000.

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This is a rare opportunity to own one of the premier properties in Round Top, Texas.

These scenic 127 acres have both Cummins and Shaw Creeks meandering through, providing a wonderful haven for wildlife. The property has improved grasses and was once the home of a registered Santa Gertrudis ranch. There is an inviting homesite on the elevated portion of the property that allows you a view of the entire property and the

Round Top Creeks Central Texas v Fayette County v Round Top

countryside. Also on the property is a fourbedroom, two-bath, ranch-style home ideal for a ranch manager or caretaker. $1,875,000.

Call Lisa Mayer at 979 966-3686.

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This beautiful 36-acre homesite is perfect for anyone who wants privacy, beautiful oaks and a lovely shaded pond down a quiet country road. With easy access to IH-10 or SH-71, the property is between LaGrange and Flatonia. Price upon request. Call JoAnn Ayres at 979 249-7494.

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An ideal location close to historic Round Top, this property offers a spacious stone and cedar home with a 3,000-square-foot oak-shaded deck for a total 6,000+ square feet. This hilltop living experience features slate and hardwood floors, an open floor plan, huge great room, a good balance of beautiful trees, 50+ acres of hay production and wildlife amenities. $1,100,000.

Call Frank Hillbolt at 979 249-6402.

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The perfect country place ready for you to enjoy, these 15 acres have it all: a nice home, barn, pond and trees. Down a quiet country road, the charming and spacious country home has 2,700+ square feet, three bedrooms, two and a half baths, a private office, large kitchen with island and adjacent dining area. It is conveniently located between Fayetteville and LaGrange. Price upon request. Call Lisa Mayer at 979 966-3686.

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This beautiful 68.08-acre country ranch has everything for an elegant, yet comfortable lifestyle. The home is a stately, two-story, Southern-style home with huge porches, lovely landscaping, beautiful trees surrounding the home, and custom pool with waterfall. A grand circular staircase and leaded glass doors lead into this four-bedroom, four-bath home. Interior features include arched openings, soaring ceilings, three fireplaces, a great kitchen and open-concept floor plan for entertaining. The property is very picturesque. There is a creek and three impounded bodies of water: two are smaller ponds for livestock, and the third is a beautiful stocked lake in view of the home. The property is fenced and cross-fenced into two pastures. There is also a 40' by 80' barn with a 40' by 30' concrete slab workshop area. This is a wonderful working ranch and a great opportunity. Come see all of the extras for yourself. $1,250,000.

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Southeast Texas v Walker County v Trinity

There are many livestock and/or wildlife recreational opportunities on this 240Âą-acre ranch in northern Walker County. Abundant whitetail deer, feral hog, duck, squirrel and dove are in the area. If you like fishing, boating and/or canoeing, you can do it all in Dillard Creek and

nearby Lake Livingston. The property features grassy, level pastures and wooded hillsides to This 293-acre property is five miles northeast a meandering live creek. Other features include a weekend cabin, pole barn, fencing, rural of Madisonville with 4,200 feet of FM road water supply and extended FM road frontage. This property is close to Houston and Dallas,

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frontage and 4,200 feet of county road only 20 miles off of I-45. $3,500 per acre. frontage. The land varies from open rolling hills with large scattered oaks to heavy woods.

Wildlife is plentiful. The property has a small lake and pond. Visit our website for a visual tour. $3,495 per acre.

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This elegant country home sits on 33 acres just east of Huntsville. Rolling terrain fronts U.S. Highway 190 with extensive pipe fencing, gated entry and stocked fishing pond. The beautiful, newer custom home has a large island kitchen, fantastic family room with stone fireplace, laminate floors and French doors opening to a screened-in sunroom. The excellent master suite has a sitting area and a large bath with double vanity, jetted tub and separate shower. A split-bedroom arrangement is perfect for the family. Property improvements include a 40' by 60' hay barn and 30' by 40' metal barn with 4,000+ feet of pipe fencing. $599,000.

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Welcome to your recreational dream! This 269-acre showplace ranch has almost a mile of FM 2620 frontage. It features improved pastures with approximately half of the property in hardwoods.

Its main barn is 96' by 63' and has covered working pens built out of guardrail and pipe. The second barn is 50' by 60' and has RV hookups.

Included on the property is a 2,100-square-foot

three-bedroom, two-bath manufactured home. There are three ponds and two creeks with plenty of room to build a large lake. This ranch is fenced and cross-fenced and set up for your cattle operation. It is also prime hunting property. Look no further for your perfect getaway! $1,175,000.

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This 109-acre ranch is in the rolling hills of Houston County. Atop the highest point of the property, you find the warmth and charm of this classic country home. The 4,075-square-foot home features four bedrooms, three and a half baths, three-car garage, study, large island

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kitchen and both formals. The poolside offers beautiful views of the rolling hills. Ranch This quality 46.5Âą-acre ranch offers many improvements consist of two barns, storage buildings, pipe fencing, cross-fencing, improved improvements, including a newly constructed pastures and numerous ponds and lakes. This property is centrally located between Houston rock and cedar home with crown molding, hardwood floors and granite countertops. The and Dallas, minutes to Crockett and offering two FM road frontages. $1,250,000. main horse barn has nine stalls, pipe turnouts,

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tack room, feedroom and is 65' by 110' under roof. An attached 1,200-square-foot, twobedroom, two-bath apartment is in the front portion of barn. The land is fenced into three pastures with rock and pipe gated entry. This is a well-designed and well constructed property with FM road frontage close to town and many extra features. $750,000.

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From the gated front entrance, this beautifully custom-designed 5,032-square-foot home on 87.9 acres is planned for a relaxed, yet elegant lifestyle. The home features a single-story, fourbedroom, four- and one-half-bath French Country design with circular paved driveway leading to a porte-cochere, which opens through leaded glass doors into a dramatic formal living room.

Large windows across the back showcase a panoramic view of the pool and rolling acreage. The master suite features a private study, large bedroom opening to a backyard pool area, huge bath and remarkable closet and storage space. The gourmet kitchen is designed for the enjoyment of the entire family with Corian countertops, island cooking area, wet bar with ice maker and wine cooler and breakfast room. The beautiful property consists of gently rolling hay pastures with scattered trees, two ponds and sandy loam soil. A larger stocked pond has a nice fishing pier for family fun. This property is lovely, convenient and wonderful to see. $1,335,000.

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of the new, an extraordinary property is born.

The Harrisburg and Hoddeville Schools, built and located in Brenham in the early 1900s, were moved to their present location in 1979 and tastefully restored with the finest quality of craftsmanship. With 3,500 square feet of living area, this three-bedroom, three-bath home is four and a half miles west of Brenham on FM 2679. The home, constructed of cypress wood exterior, offers many exceptional features, which assure family enjoyment and make entertaining a

pleasure. The spacious rooms boast the following features: pine floors, 14-foot ceilings, 8-inch baseboards, crown molding, original beadboard ceilings, wood-burning fireplace, six ceiling fans, large closets and an expanse of windows affording a taste of nature. The spacious country kitchen enjoys many modern conveniences and opens onto a screened-in porch which always enjoys a delightful breeze and a wet bar. The land consists of 20.326 gently rolling acres with an assortment of large trees. Two stocked ponds ensure a bounty of enjoyment. A spectacular view of the neighboring country is an added bonus. This is an extraordinary property.

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This 96.09-acre property has much to enjoy. Located in the Kenney area of Austin County, this property features several nice homesites with dynamic views, wooded areas of oak and pecan trees, one 2±-acre spring-fed pond and one 8±-acre lake, minerals and paved road frontage on FM 2754 and New Wehdem Road. This property is an outstanding investment opportunity.

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Located just northwest of Bellville and a relaxing one-hour drive from Houston, this property has

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three-bath home is found at the end of a winding driveway, nestled among large oak trees on a selectively cleared acre of land within a magnificently wooded 31.07-acre property. The home has approximately 2,875 square feet of living area and features four bedrooms, three baths, formal dining room, family room, spacious kitchen, laundry room, mud room, large front and back

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Mill Creek Farms Central Texas v Austin Co. v Bleiblerville

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Mill Creek Farms in Bleiblerville, Texas features an elegant two-story, plantation-style, brick home selectively built on a high hill allowing one to enjoy the many amenities of a custombuilt home as well as a dynamic panoramic view of the neighboring countryside. The main home consists of five bedrooms, three and one-half baths, a formal living and dining room and a large family room. There are fireplaces in the family room, master bedroom and the upstairs guest family room. Guest quarters are conveniently located near the patio/pool area of the main ranch home. The back of the home enjoys a large covered porch with patio leading to the pool, spa and comfortable gazebo. Gardens around the home are tastefully landscaped, offering a serene view from the pool area of the park-like setting, leading down to the sparkling 5-acre lake. The lake, lined with numerous large native pecan trees, features an arched pier crossing its lower end. The spring-fed Mill Creek Branch is the property’s southern boundary and is home to an abundance of wildlife. Other improvements on the property include a livestock/equipment barn, storage barn and a sturdy set of working pens. Mill Creek Farms is simply thoughtfully designed and constructed to assure a family’s complete enjoyment. Call for a detailed brochure.

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

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The 6J/Moore Ranch paint horse operation is one of the largest breeders of performance paint horses in the world and the source of the most prolific paint horse genetics in the nation for roping, working, reining and cutting. This beautiful ranch is now available for your viewing and purchase. It offers pastures, woods, lakes, views, wildlife and all necessary ranching facilities.

The ranch is on 480 acres, about seven miles west of Huntsville and an hour north of Houston, with one mile of paved road frontage. Hidden deep in the rolling green pastures, the historic centerpiece of this ranching operation is the three-story main home. This beautiful home with 8,700 square feet was built in the Colonial Revival style and was constructed in 1913 in Huntsville by Col. A. T. McKinney. The home was moved 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 then extensively restored to reflect its history,

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which earned it the Huntsville Board of Realtor’s Community Revitalization Award in 1987.

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This 5,975-acre ranch is one of the largest and finest to become available in this area.

The acreage includes 23 improved pastures, 17 wells, a running creek, a 6-acre springfed lake and 1,800 acres of woods. There is an 8,550-square-foot barn with pens, a 5,000-square-foot loading shed with additional pens, two 2,400-square-foot barns and more.

The main home offers three bedrooms and two baths, and there is a three-bedroom, onebath foremanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s residence on this fine ranch located about an hour from Houston with great development potential. $19,900,000.

Exceptional Ranch Central Texas v San Saba County v San Saba

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This secluded and private 900-acre Hill Country ranch with one- and one-halfmile frontage on the Colorado River offers excellent fishing and hunting along with 100 acres high fenced for deer. New fencing surrounds lots of native and coastal grass.

Good location for an airstrip. There is a major Indian campground site. Finishing it off is a wonderful four-bedroom, two-bath home with wraparound porch providing great views of the river. $5,500,000.

King of the Hill Northeast Texas v Smith County v Winona

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Enjoy breathtaking views from your very own hilltop! These magnificent 159 acres just north of Tyler offer rolling terrain, coastal pastures, scattered hardwood timber and an 18-acre lake. With community water, lots of fresh air and good whitetail hunting, all it needs is your new home. $799,500.

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including a 12-stall barn with veterinary room, office and more. A 27-pen covered arena, round pen, hot walker, corrals and 10,000 square feet of shops and buildings open to 300+ acres of open pasture for grazing. The 3,400-square-foot Spanish-style home features four bedrooms,

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Central Texas v Hamilton County v Hico

The centerpiece of these 425 acres, about an hour from the Dallas-Ft. Worth Metroplex, is the 6,000-square-foot mansion boasting six bedrooms and five baths overlooking the creek.

Great for horses and loaded with wildlife, the property features a 100' by 100' indoor arena, four ponds and a coastal field. $2,380,000.

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Located less than an hour from both Austin and San Antonio, these 200 acres have a varied landscape

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with rugged hills, magnificent views, seasonal streams and springs and abundant wildlife. You can Set on 190 acres with 1,700 producing wander the hills enjoying nature at its best and looking for fossils or Indian artifacts among the trees just over the border in Oklahoma, this oak, cedar and rare madrone trees. At the top of Arrowhead Mountain, you’ll find an updated property is complete with a business name, antique log cabin for a weekend retreat with spectacular views. On a clear evening you can sit on the phone number and mailing list, as they ship all covered porch and see the lights of towns below. Peace and quiet can be yours! $1,700,000. over the U.S.! There are three barns, shakers, tractors, cleaners and crackers—everything needed—plus a three-bedroom, two-bath home.

Books open to a bona fide buyer. $998,000.

Red River Paradise Northwest Texas v Wichita County v Burkburnett

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Enjoy 825 acres of excellent hunting less than two hours from the Dallas-Ft. Worth Metroplex.

The low-fenced property features huge whitetail deer, turkey, wild hogs, sandhill cranes plus other game and birds. About one and a half miles of river frontage complement the good food plots and great topography. A 16' by 76' mobile home has been upgraded and will make a great hunting cabin. The 30' by 40' insulated metal building has power, and a good water well supplies the house and is piped to the corrals. $1,645,875.

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A spectacular view of Lake Brownwood through rolling, oak-covered hills gives this 388-acre estate the “look of the Texas Hill Country!” Imagine coming home to the solitude and security of a 3,750-square-foot native stone home, elegantly designed with three bedrooms, three and a half baths, formal living and dining, breakfast, kitchen

Lake Brownwood Ranch

with granite countertops, laundry, study,

Northwest Texas v Brown County v Brownwood

the beautiful pool, spa and large, covered

388 Acres

office, den, entertainment/television room, gated entry and three-car garage. Additionally, patio with fireplace create the perfect space

for outdoor entertaining, living and dining. A native stone entrance with pipe fence along paved frontage, a 5±-acre lake and three ponds complement the ranch. A ranch-style, 2,730-square-foot guest lodge with four bedrooms, bath, kitchen, breakfast, trophy room, weight room and carport stand ready to house and entertain guests (or teens). $1,995,000.

Trophy Ranch, Trophy Animals 1,056 Acres

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This 1,056-acre high-fenced game ranch is indeed a sportsman’s paradise. The ranch supports a good population of trophy whitetail, axis deer, black buck antelope, oryx, etc. Featuring a 4,000-square-foot Brazos stone home, the property is just minutes from Coleman and 45 miles from Abilene. The ranch is equipped with

Colorado River Ranch 385 Acres

two bunkhouses, breeding facilities, a deer barn, implement shed, workshop, feeders, blinds, a 12-acre lake, new 5-acre lake and two stock

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tanks. Information and photos are available at Enjoy excellent hunting and fishing on the www.ranchandhuntingland.com. $4,700,000.

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perfect vacation getaway or permanent home.

Thick cover, four small fields and two stock ponds draw abundant wildlife. Paved frontage, excellent homesites, irrigation rights, electricity and great views round out this ideal property.

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Secluded Hunting Ranch

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Imagine your family and friends gathering in the seclusion and quiet privacy of 780 wooded acres.

Surrounded by large ranches, the rolling hills are blanketed by live oaks, red oaks and post oaks.

A new three-bedroom, two-bath, 1,534-square-foot brick and frame country-style home features

Larry Guthrie, Owner / Agent Jody Guthrie, Broker

The property offers excellent hunting (deer, dove, quail, turkey, hogs), a water well, two working

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large, covered front and back porches, central heat and air, beautiful woodwork and cabinetry.

rivers, lakes, creeks and ponds and are stocked with game or set up to draw area wildlife. Properties are showcased by Ranch & Hunting Land Realty at www.ranchandhuntingland.com.

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5,486 Acres, All or By Pasture South Texas v Webb County v Laredo

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This ranch lies in the heart of the trophy buck country in northern Webb County. It is remotely located only 30 miles from Laredo with deeded easement access north of U.S. Highway 59. There is gently rolling terrain with all native brush. There is at least one stock tank for every pasture, power, hunting camp, good roads, senderos and large neighbors. Deer, turkey, feral hog, dove, quail and other small game are abundant. Will sell in pastures of 1,000 acres, 1,370 acres, 1,500 acres, 1,630 acres or 2,150 acres. $1,395 per acre.

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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 potholes 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, threebedroom, two-bath cinder block ranch house on slab with central heat and air and attached carport, a 40' by 30' metal barn with 40' by 20' shed on slab, a 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.

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Leon River Ranch Central Texas v Coryell County v Gatesville

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The 28th Governor of Texas, Pat Neff, once owned this premier ranch. Conveniently located, the ranch is about 25 minutes from Waco, two hours from Ft. Worth, two and a half hours from Dallas and less than an hour and a half from Austin. The property has everything from productive bottomland to oak-covered

hills. There are about two miles of frontage of both sides of the Leon River, half a mile of the center of the river and an additional five and a half miles of frontage along the old Leon River channel. Several creeks cross the property with springs and waterfalls. 160 acres are irrigated from the river. There are 4,000± native pecan trees that produced over 100,000 pounds of pecans in 2007. The ranch has been cedar managed, leaving good oak and elm cover. Elevations range from 640 to 800 feet. Improvements include a five-year-old, three-bedroom, two-bath home. Amenities include a wraparound porch, stone fireplace and many custom features. There are several barns and outbuildings and a great set of working pens. There is even a historic iron bridge being utilized on the ranch. The river bottom is an arrowhead hunter’s paradise due to the many campsites along the river. Enjoy excellent hunting and fishing. There aren’t many Central Texas ranches with this combination of productivity, character, variety and beauty.

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This beautiful ranch is only six miles north of Lometa on Highway 183. The land has great tree cover, a wet-weather creek, pond, fantastic views, 200' elevation change and great hunting.

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Only $2,650 per acre. An additional 50 acres

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Central Texas v Burnet County v Lampasas

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

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through the ranch, and a newly completed concrete dam backs up a great swimming and

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and big native pecans lining the banks of the creek. Clear-flowing Mesquite Creek meanders

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Improvements include a nice weekend home, good barns and pens. This property is ideal for a home place, recreational ranch or future development.

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225 Acres on Bandera and Myrtle Creeks Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Bandera

These 225± acres boast every feature desired in the Texas Hill Country. Minutes to Camp Verde, in close proximity to Kerrville and San Antonio, this water sanctuary has approximately one-half mile of both sides of cypress-lined Myrtle Creek and one-quarter mile of both sides of Bandera Creek featuring rock bottoms, rapids and swimming holes. Perched on a hilltop with views of beautiful large oaks and crystal-clear Bandera Creek is a German Texas-style prairie house and guesthouse built by Fredericksburg’s award-winning builder, Richard Laughlin. The home is five years old, but is appointed with period-dated fixtures, lighting, appliances, distressed wood and tin ceilings and walls and furnishings that will remain. The fabulous wildlife roams freely throughout the deep-soiled pastures, lush grasses and hills of this one-of-a-kind ranch.

This fabulous recreational ranch has a little extra kick with boulders, bluffs and 1,400+ feet of elevation to add to your pleasure for the explorer, hiker and hunter. $3,210,000.

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Quinn Springs Ranch

7,833 Acres at $150 Per Acre

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This desert mountain ranch is located about 35 road miles west of Valentine with some 15 miles being off of the pavement. It ranges from mountains and canyons at around 4,100 feet to low rolling desert hills with colorful rock formations at around 3,400 feet. The high mesa and rimrock country offers spectacular vistas. The ranch is watered by wells and springs. A primitive, two room, adobe built mucho aĂąos pasada is secluded and private. Game include mule deer, aoudad sheep, javelina, quail and dove. This ranch has no electricity, it does have mountain lions, it is close to the Rio Grande, and it is remote and rough. Mammaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boys need not apply.

Chip Cole,

Ranch Broker

San Angelo, Texas

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Located just a few minutes from the Maverick County airport and only 20 miles from Eagle Pass, this hunter’s paradise has it all. On the market for the first time, this family ranch is virtually untouched. The ranch features Las Moras Creek, the Maverick Co. Water Canal and amazing wildlife. Trophy whitetail deer, dove, quail and turkey are abundant in the thick South Texas brush.

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Located in one of Kerrville’s hottest areas for development, these 226 acres are a great opportunity. The property features access to city utilities, State Highway 16 frontage and city street access. An abundance of wildlife and true 360-degree views add to the experience of being on this one-of-a-kind property.

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This turn-key cattle operation with a 5,000-head CAFO permit, 1,600-foot Carrizo well and a great set of pens is just outside of Pearsall. This 200-acre feeding operation features a threebedroom, two-bath house, office and hand’s quarters. A 100-acre field allows for growing feed and grazing. A large barn, mills, scales and heavy pipe pens with concrete bunks make this place a must see. 595,000.

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This ranch is located on Highway 85 with over two-thirds of a mile of IH 35 frontage a stone’s throw away (only two blocks from the main gate). Conveniently located just outside of Dilley, Texas, this multi-purpose, incomeproducing and recreational property is in the highly sought-after red sandy soil area of Frio County. There is great brush diversity, including black brush, Granjeno, guayacan and much

206 Acres - Frio County South Texas v Frio County v Dilley

more. The water well provides water to troughs for cattle and livestock, and the well is equipped with an electric submersible pump. This property has the potential for future commercial development as it is adjacent to the main NAFTA corridor (IH 35) with highway frontage on Highway 85. The property is fenced and cross-fenced. Tall brush and highly productive fields give these 206 acres endless possibilities for the hunter and investor alike.

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Pecos River Ranch

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Southwest Texas v Val Verde County Set on the east side of the beautiful Pecos River, this majestic 17,100-acre ranch offers approximately 15 miles of river frontage. As the roads descend from tall canyons to the river, one can enjoy unbelievable views of this stunning property. Nowhere else can you enjoy fishing, swimming, canoeing, exploring and crystal-clear waterâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;this is nature at its best.

Water wells with large storage tanks and pipelines furnish water throughout the ranch. Large whitetail deer, quail and javelina have not been hunted in four years. Located 75Âą miles northwest of Del Rio, Texas, this must-see ranch has no comparison on the Pecos River.

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This 1,238.9-acre ranch lies east of Rio Hondo, 15 minutes from Harlingen, 15 minutes from South Padre Island and fronts on Highway 106.

The 65,000-acre Laguna Atacosa game refuge borders this fabulous ranch on three sides. This is one of the best hunting ranches near Harlingen and South Padre Island. Easy access off Highway 106 and unbelievable improvements make this the perfect turn-key hunting ranch or even a bird watching paradise. All furnishings, deer blinds, feeders, etc. are to convey.

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Located 14 miles west of Menard, this 3,164-acre ranch is absolutely beautiful. This property has a ranch house, a well, a building with large cement slab and perimeter fencing that varies from the typical ranch. This scenic ranch has gently rolling terrain with live oaks, mesquite and brush for wildlife. Several beautiful building sites overlook the San Saba River. The ranch has a magnificent show of 1.1 miles of San Saba River frontage (partially deep river) and an abundance of deer, wild turkey, wild hog and dove, enough to make it a hunter’s paradise. Enjoy 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 reputation ranch has great fishing, great hunting and is an exceptional working cattle ranch.

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Located 15 miles north of Mason, Texas, these 495 acres would make a great hunting ranch.

This property has a pioneer house, double-wide mobile home, barns and pens and is high-fenced on the west side. There is a half-mile of the San Saba River, along with seasonal Cavin Creek, a lake with dam and two water wells, one of which is an artesian well. The terrain is rolling with great hardwoods and a 45-acre field close to the river for a food plot. Hunting blinds and feeders will transfer with the ranch. This ranch is 60 miles from Fredericksburg and 15 miles from Mason.

Hunting, fishing, ranching and recreation on the river make this ranch a great find.

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2.13-Acre Estate on the Guadalupe River Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

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This spectacular, four-bedroom, four- and one-half-bath home is nestled on the bank of the crystal-clear Guadalupe River near the quaint community of Hunt. Included is a guest apartment, river patio, heated infinity pool and spa and park-like professional landscaping.

Relax and enjoy the good life offered by this unique river home. Georgia Cook, Agent.

207 Acres - Vista View Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

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A most unique combination of the best characteristics of the Texas Hill Country, including over 4,000 feet of frontage on the Guadalupe River, 100 acres of irrigated fields, an estate home of about 10,000 square feet, four guest lodges, a historic farmhouse and a studio. This is ideal for a family retreat, a destination resort business and/or a corporate retreat. John McCollom, Broker.

17 Acres Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

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Texas Hill Country estate with a great home, guesthouse and studio overlooking the Guadalupe River lined with huge cypress trees. The gated entry, the beautiful manicured grounds and 700 feet of river frontage plus the Hill Country-style estate home and guesthouse all blend to create a great river estate. Pete Cook, Agent.

110 Acres - Turtle Creek Estate Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

Since 1962

341 Junction Hwy. Kerrville, TX 78028

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The focal point of this estate is a Spanish-Mediterranean hacienda designed for indoor and outdoor living. Just 15 miles south of Kerrville, this property also features a spring-fed creek flowing through it, a two-bedroom guesthouse, a dam and lake, scenic plateau views and native and exotic game. This premier ranch offers the best of the Texas Hill Country starting with 110 wooded acres out of the historic Real Ranch founded in mid-1800s. Georgia Cook, Agent.

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East Peacock Ranch Texas Hill Country v Travis County v Dripping Springs

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The East Peacock Ranch is roughly 1,350 acres of beautiful Hill Country on Hamilton Pool Road in southwest Travis County. The property is only 25 miles west of downtown Austin and 15 miles from Bee Cave. This historic ranch features incredible vistas, rolling hills and beautiful oak trees.

Much of the cedar has been cleared. Bee Creek, which originates on the property, runs through the middle of the ranch. The creek is rock bottom and spring fed. The East Peacock Ranch is available for recreation or investment.

Rock Creek Conservation Ranch 1,558 Acres

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Rock Creek Conservation Ranch is one of the largest undeveloped parcels in north Hays County, yet is only 15 minutes southwest of downtown Austin and minutes from the renowned Salt Lick Restaurant. The property is gently rolling with massive live oaks, post oaks and incredible mountain laurels. The views to the east and west are spectacular. Wildlife abounds. Rock Creek Conservation Ranch is subject to a conservation easement, which limits development to 100-acre parcels, allowing for a spectacular gentlemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ranch or a very low density development. Over 7,000 acres adjoining the property to the east and south are dedicated to open space and conservation.

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Country Estate Living South Texas v Victoria County v Victoria

Next to thriving and growing Victoria, Texas, this is rural and convenient living at its best. On a peaceful street with a 4-acre, heavily wooded lot of oaks, you find this five-year-old limestone accented, gingerbread-style home. Tile floors, a neutral interior, heavy wood doors, custom kitchen cabinets, bronzed hardware finishes and natural lighting make this 3,000±-square-foot home easy to care for and easy to live in. The master bedroom, two guest rooms with storage closets and window seating, two full baths, great room with fireplace, office, dining room, breakfast bay room and well-organized kitchen serve up easy living and fabulous entertaining. The acreage lends itself to the kids for running free and playing ball in their own yard. A quiet street makes for relaxing evening walks. This great location near downtown Victoria with its banking district and a 15-minute drive to a newer shopping mall, mega-grocery store and “good-eats” restaurants. $415,000.

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Jackson Ranch 9,310± Acres

Central Texas v Lampasas Co. v Lampasas

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The Jackson Ranch is 13± miles west of Lampasas, Texas on FM 580 and 63± miles from the Austin city limits. There are five miles of Colorado River frontage. Topography varies from 200' cliffs overlooking the river and views to the west to low, sloping grassy banks sheltered by pecan trees. These 9,310± acres of contiguous native rangeland are in the famed Texas Hill Country. The terrain is hilly to rough with a substantial portion on the west being rocky hills, ridges and canyons. $4,300 per acre.

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The property is about 20 minutes from Texas A&M

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Station and Caldwell, Texas, on County Road 119. The tract has native pasture, coastal Bermuda, scattered trees and some densely wooded areas. The topography ranges from generally flat to rolling with drainage towards Berry Creek. The property also includes a 5,034-square-foot home custom built in 2004.

In addition, the deer facility constructed in 2005 to hold, manage and work deer sits on 18± acres. $2,365,000.

Big S Ranch Central Texas v Burleson County v Caldwell

Cave Creek Ranch 910± Acres

Central Texas v Coryell County v Gatesville

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A “two for one” ranch, when you see Cave Creek Ranch you’ll come away thinking you’ve been to two distinctly different ranches! It consists of 400± acres of rolling grassland, much like in west Texas; pastures of improved grasses; and 130 acres of sunflower, a dove hunting

paradise, to be converted to an oat pasture for winter! Another 500± acres are made up of dense woods with two major creeks (Cave Creek and Rainey Creek), huge caves, beautiful waterfalls, incredible rock formations, high hills, dramatic views and excellent hunting. A new road system to the barn and home area, a good set of “working” pens and many other improvements are also on the property. Listed for $3,900 per acre.

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Live Water Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Harper

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An absolutely gorgeous 200-acre live water ranch is available near Fredericksburg and Kerrville! Multiple crystal-clear springs originate on the ranch, forming two picture-perfect Hill Country creeks which flow through the property. Exceptional 30+-mile views are on several potential homesites. Beautiful vertical cliff formations are at creek bends, along with dripping wet fern grottos, waterfalls, huge Spanish oak, live oak, 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. $1,380,000 ($6,900 per acre).

Sabinal River Frontage Texas Hill Country Bandera County v Utopia

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These beautiful 55.69 acres offer an unbelievable 3,000 feet of the gorgeous Sabinal River that has an ancient cypress tree grove with some of the largest cypress trees on the Sabinal River. This property is in Bandera County, five miles north of Utopia, and has Highway 187 frontage. There is a nice combination of open areas, huge oak tree groves, cypress groves, cedar thickets and grassland. Whitetail, axis deer and turkey are abundant. This property is gated with a gravel road that gives easy access down to the river. There are several great spots for a home, and there is power already located on the property. $1,058,110.

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Heart of the Hill Country Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Harper

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These are the lowest-priced ranches in Gillespie County. There are eight unique ranches to choose from, each offering tremendous views, great building sites, gorgeous live oak and Spanish oak forests, shin oak and cedar thickets for game, rocky creeks and great hunting and birding. Close to Kerrville and Fredericksburg, these properties offer paved county road access. 164 acres, SOLD; 115 acres for $4,750/acre; 115 acres for $4,900/acre; 133 acres for $4,900/acre; 125 acres for $4,650/acre; 133 acres for $4,950/acre; 106 acres, SOLD; 107 acres for $5,200/acre; 25 acres, SOLD; 26 acres for $6,950/acre; 26 acres for $6,950/acre; 26 acres for $6,950/acre.

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630 Acres West Texas v Schleicher County v Fort McKavett

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These 630 acres in Schleicher County are approximately eight miles north of Fort McKavett. A new 3,500-square-foot, four-bedroom, two-bath home complements a large building with an indoor pool, a 40' by 50' metal barn with small apartment and good fences. There a two water wells with submersible pumps (one with 5,000-gallon storage) and a surface pond. This executive-type ranch could be used as a family, hunting or corporate getaway. $1,650,000.

2,322 Acres Central Texas v Menard County v Menard

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Approximately 24 miles from Menard on CRs 339 and 350, this 2,322Âą-acre ranch has a 2,100-square-foot guesthouse that sleeps 10 with porches on front and back. There has been extensive roadwork over the past year.

The property has a 2.5-acre pond, new 8' tight lock, high fence that runs along CR 339 for two miles, 10 underground water cisterns, a windmill, a holding tank, three additional wells and many large live oaks. The property has been game managed for five years and has 12 hunting stands, six bow blinds, 20 3-ton, on-demand gravity protein feeders and 25 2,000-pound spin-cast feeders. $1,995/acre.

Ranch Realty Licensed in Texas and Oklahoma

468.25 Acres West Texas v Coke County v Robert Lee

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These 468.25 acres in Coke County are 14Âą miles northwest of Robert Lee. A three-bedroom, one-bath, nicely furnished cabin overlooks mountainous land. The property features a water well, stock tank and one-half wind rights. It has been game managed for five years. Blinds and feeders are in place on this very scenic property offered for $1,600/acre.

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Palo Blanco Creek Ranch

1,805.28 Acres

South Texas v Zavala County v Crystal City

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Located 14 miles northwest of Crystal City, Texas, this high-fenced and intensely game managed ranch features trophy deer up to 200 B&C class, first-class quail hunting and highfenced exotic pasture. Improvements include an 10,000-square-foot shop, barn and cleaning area.

This exceptionally well-watered property includes Palo Blanco Creek, Turkey Creek, five stock tanks, two Carrizo wells pumping 950 GPM with an 8 inch main, several pumps and miles of water pipe set throughout the ranch. Thirteen corn feeders, 20 protein feeders, two 14-ton overhead bulk feed bins, an all-seasons feed trailer, 30 quail feeders, a Sweeney fish feeder, 11 blinds and five bow

stands are located throughout the ranch. There are whitetail breeder pens, and a deer operation will include 200± breeder deer. A D M-6320 tractor, numerous implements, Kubota 4x4 diesel with door dog carrier, an equipped 6x6 Polaris Ranger and much more are included with the property. This ranch features the 100,000± Chaparosa Ranch and the Perlitz Ranch as neighbors. No minerals. Call for more information and pricing.

624 Ranch South Texas v McMullen County v Tilden

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Beautiful Country Home on 50 Acres South Texas v Frio County v Dilley

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Near Dilley, Texas, this property has paved highway frontage less than an hour and a half from

This ranch offers paved road frontage and San Antonio off IH 35. The highlight of the property is a lodge-style cedar home of nearly 4,000 Nueces River frontage. Approximately 2,000 square feet with five bedrooms, three and a half baths, two fireplaces, a hidden walk-in safe and acres are high-fenced and game managed, and covered porches. Improvements include the high-fenced perimeter, two tanks, two Queen City approximately 500 acres are open to the Nueces wells with 6'' casing, exotic game pens that could be converted to whitetail breeder pens, three River. The river frontage offers fishing and hunting that are second to none. Improvements include a beautiful lodge with a wraparound porch, a foreman’s house, cattle pens, several food plots, minerals and no production. The ranch is used for cattle and hunting.

barns and a walk-in cooler. Priced reduced. $650,000.

South Texas Hunting Ranch South Texas v La Salle County v Los Angeles

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This is a wonderful opportunity to purchase 700 to 900 acres of the well-established, game managed Santa Maria Ranch near Los Angeles, Texas. This is in one of the best parts of the South Texas brush country. It is a rare find for an avid wild game hunter. Some of its many assets include a 3,000-square-foot

hunter’s lodge, which can sleep as many as 20 guests; a 70-acre, hog-proof pasture with

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a lighted archery practice range and a game cleaning area; and other amenities including hunting blinds, feeders and a nice list of equipment that will convey with the sale. The ranch is high fenced on three sides with a low fence along the south border. Two water tanks are on the property. The seller will convey 25% of the oil, gas and mineral rights.

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Great Ranch or Subdivision 100 Acres

Southeast Texas v Ft. Bend Co. v Needville

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This great ranch is 15 miles south of Sugar Land and Highway 59 and loaded with value.

The pastures are dotted with huge oak and pecan trees nestled among the improved grasses. Build your dream home and bring your horses or cattle. This property also has tremendous subdivision potential with over a mile of paved county road frontage and adjoining large ranches or farms. Come see this one today! $10,995 per acre.

Live Water Ranch Texas Hill Country Edwards County v Rocksprings

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This fantastic Hill Country ranch is in a hidden valley with over 7/10 of a mile on both sides of a live creek. The springs that feed this creek originate on the ranch and produce thousands of gallons of water hourly, making this one of the foremost live water properties on the market today. There are great improvements adjacent to the water: an expansive and newly remodeled five-bedroom home, guesthouse with game room, barn with living quarters and four dams on the creek.

The high-fenced ranch has exotic and native game, four wells and county road frontage.

This property is only nine miles south of the

Live Water, South Texas Ranch

Rocksprings airport. $3,995 per acre.

Central Texas v Kinney County v Brackettville

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This ranch is South Texas at its best. This great high-fenced ranch is five miles west of Brackettville on the south side of U.S. Highway 90 and supports a huge herd of native whitetail.

Along Pinto Creek, in the century-old oaks, one can hear the call of Rio Grande turkey as they fly to roost every afternoon. If you like to hunt year round, this is the place for you! The ranch has a large herd of axis and blackbuck, which thrive in the thick grass and mesquite-covered pastures. Good improvements. $1,995 per acre.

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528 Acres - Last Dollar Ranch

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Central Texas v McCulloch County v Brady

Looking for an excellent hunting property in the Texas Hill Country? Then look no further than Last Dollar Ranch. Wildlife is the calling card for this 528-acre McCulloch County Ranch

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

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This is a beautiful Hill Country ranch with all

just south of Brady. Having been under high fence for 12 years and under game management for 20, the whitetail deer and turkey hunting are second to none. Bucks that have been killed score in excess of 170 B&C. Staten Creek runs through the property offering excellent catfish and bass fishing. With nice views, rolling live oak and mesquite country, this is an exceptional Hill Country hunting ranch and is something any serious hunter should take a look at! Call for more details and pictures!

the first-class views you could ask for. Great dream home building sites are not hard to find on this 220-acre ranch between Llano and historic Fredericksburg. The interior roads of this mountainous ranch are in fair 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 be an ideal hunting ranch with that true hill country feel!

260 Acres - Honey Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country v Llano County v Llano

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This prime Hill Country property with top-notch improvements is in the Riley Mountains just south of Llano off Highway 16 towards historic Fredericksburg. This ranch offers breathtaking views, great elevations, headwaters of Honey Creek and a hilltop three-bedroom, three-bath home with all the extras. The creek has been dammed up to make a beautiful water feature. A large deck that spans the back of home provides Hill Country views and stargazing. Excellent hunting includes: whitetail deer, quail, turkey, wild hogs and dove. Honey Creek Ranch is one-of-a-kind and holds the sought-after beauty that anyone looking for a place to call home would desire. Come take a look!

325 247-5711 office 325 247-3052 fax Terry Wootan, Broker 830 285-5711 cell Joe David Yates, Assoc.

512 567-3036 cell Lee Gann, Assoc.

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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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79 Acres - Land, Water, Woods and Sky Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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A private concrete road off Highway 16 takes you right up to this land, only five miles south of historic Fredericksburg, offering grazing for livestock, fishing for fun and a building site with views. Shown in the photo are cattle grazing on the coastal Bermuda near the waters of the buffalo wallow. This is a great property for horses, too. The rest of the ranch is wooded, mostly post oaks, with three fishing ponds. A well, windmill and electricity are in place. Enjoy seclusion only minutes from town. Owner LREB. $1,382,500.

49.75 Acres - Wolf Creek Hideout

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Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

Your family and guests will enjoy the comfort of this three-bedroom, three-bath home with serene guest quarters above the garage. Walk from your front door down to the cool, clear water of Wolf Creek and have fun fishing and kayaking. The native pasture is a great place to enjoy hunting, observing nature, hiking or raising livestock.

Make this your permanent residence or a weekend retreat with potential for subdivision.

The property is on Highway 16 between Kerrville and Fredericksburg. $1,750,000.

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A small tract like this is hard to find! The clear, permanent waters of Wolf Creek run through this acreage 15 miles south of Fredericksburg and only five miles north of IH-10 at Kerrville with Highway 16 frontage. Drive under the huge trees and across the concrete dam on Wolf Creek to level land elevated above the creek. A well and septic are in place, ready for you to build your home, a weekend cottage or several incomeproducing bed and breakfasts. $325,000.

Cynthia Thomas, Broker

9.87 Acres - Wolf Creek Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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Bomar Division of the Historic Nail Ranch

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Northwest Texas v Shackelford County v Albany

Offered in tracts ranging from 1,200± to over 10,000± acres, this scenic recreational ranch is 12± miles from Albany, Texas. The Shackelford County area, and the Nail Ranch in particular, have long been recognized as some of the best quail and whitetail deer country available. The terrain of the property is rolling and hilly draining to productive creek bottom country. Fish Creek runs through the ranch, and the property is well watered by the creek, many surface ponds and a newly constructed municipal waterline. The owner has just completed a new lake, which when full, will cover 20± surface acres. Considering the history of the Nail Ranch, the quality of wildlife, the many recreation possibilities and the desirable location, this property deserves your attention. The ranch is offered in varying size tracts, with the price being negotiable, depending on tract preference and size. A descriptive brochure is available.

Chas S. Middleton and Son 1507 13th Street Lubbock, Texas 79401

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Horse Property Extraordinaire Texas Metroplex v Denton Co. v Bartonville

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This horse property offers an extraordinary home with stone fireplace, great room, floor-toceiling windows, black-bottom saltwater pool and decks galore. A five-stall barn with a tack room, wash rack and hay stall, an equipment shed, a gravel sand floor arena, six paddocks, stocked pond and cross fencing make for happy horses. Granite built-ins, crown molding, plantation shutters, a four-car garage, treeshaded decks and landscaped grounds offer the good life for all both indoors and out.

Beautiful Ranch Home and Equestrian Facility Texas Metroplex v Denton County v Flower Mound

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Bring your horses to this beautiful ranch home and equestrian facility. Featuring heavily treed acreage, the property also has a home with fantastic views of the pond, four pasture areas, a stall barn with tack and wash rooms, duplex for your guests, storage building for hay and

Surround Yourself With Wildlife and Serenity Texas Metroplex v Denton County v Argyle

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tractor equipment, cultivated pastures, deep Trinity well and access to neighborhood riding. This magnificent acreage has an updated home, garage/shop area, ponds, cultivated The pool area and covered patio are perfect for entertainment. pasture and deep Trinity well. Prepare to relax in this wooded area with beautiful pool and spa surrounded by wildlife and serenity. The existing home can be your â&#x20AC;&#x153;forever homeâ&#x20AC;? or a wonderful place to live while you build your dream home in the country. Argyle schools make this the elegant country life you have been looking for.

English Country Manor Texas Metroplex v Denton County v Argyle

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This English country manor in the secluded Enclave Estates of Argyle is nestled on 5.4 heavily wooded acres. It features a huge great room with large beamed ceiling, beautiful beamed ceilings in the kitchen with granite countertops and island, scraped oak flooring, stained glass windows and a true wine cellar. Relax in style in the beautiful covered outdoor living area with kitchen and stone fireplace.

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Leave your city shoes behind and just bring your boots—that is all you will need! Lose your cares as you wander down the winding entry road of this 211+-acre working ranch.

This ranch comes complete with cattle, hay production and all the equipment one needs to operate an income-producing property. The rolling hills are fenced and cross-fenced with

Just Boots Ranch

stands of woods, scattered trees, a panoramic hilltop homesite and highly improved coastal

Central Texas v Lee County v Lexington

Bermuda pastures. Work the ranch or hang

your hat and relax on the porches while watching the cows come home. A charming early 1900s Texas farmhouse, straight out of the Sears Mail Order Catalogue, has 9' bead-board ceilings, wood flooring and additional space in the attic providing storage or an area for an additional bedroom.

A well-maintained 1,792-square-foot manufactured home is nestled nearby in the trees and features three bedrooms, two baths, a formal dining room, den with fireplace and a nice, large, covered front porch and back deck from which to enjoy the rolling countryside. Even your kids can get lost in wonderland as they play in the nearby treehouse. $1,195,000.

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From the moment you approach this hillside haven, you will begin to appreciate the beauty of country life coupled with the elegance of a luxury home. This magnificent, custom-built home features two to three bedrooms, a study (third bedroom), large living area, three fireplaces, wellappointed upgrades, outdoor entertainment area, two-car garage, one-car garage/workshop with private office and a fabulous island kitchen opening to a breakfast room with large expanses of windows to enjoy the views of the rolling countryside. A view of the neighboring pond allows one to drift away as you watch the black swans swim and bask in the sunlight. $972,500.

Hillside Haven Central Texas v Grimes County v White Hall

Walnut Creek Ranch Southeast Texas v Montgomery County v Magnolia

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Enjoy a country property within commuter distance of Houston off FM 2920 and Waller Tomball Road in the Cypress-Rose Hill area. Bring your horses and turn them loose on this park-like 33+acre ranch with a four-bedroom, four-bath log home and a complete setup for horses, including a five-stall horse barn, five turnout paddocks, loafing sheds, workshop/equipment barn, lake, two ponds (one with gazebo and pier) and a live creek. What a relaxing country sanctuary! $795,000.

Wilderness Retreat Central Texas v Burleson County v Caldwell

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This secluded, heavily wooded and rolling tract is ideal for hunting, camping, hiking or building your weekend retreat in a wilderness setting.

Numerous trails and senderos wind throughout

2668 Hwy 36 South, Suite 311 Brenham, TX 77833

this 552+-acre tract, and a nice trail wraps

979 830-5040

of hardwoods—oaks, wing elms, dogwoods,

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around 75% of the fenced perimeter. A variety Carolina cherry trees and cedar—are found on this heavily wooded tract. There are two 470' hilltops which offer remarkable homesites. The pond is full of largemouth bass! $1,353,372.60

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Dilley Ranch South Texas Frio & La Salle Counties v Dilley

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A great turn-key hunting ranch in a prime location, this low-fenced property has excellent brush with several food plots, good roads and senderos, two water wells and three ponds with water piped to each. Other improvements include two furnished mobile homes, a small shed with walk-in cooler, blinds and feeders and a tractor with implements. This property is loaded with a variety game.

Rolling Hills

1,938 Acres

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South Texas Frio & Zavala Counties v Batesville

Located in the rolling hills of Frio and Zavala Counties, this high-fenced ranch has a water well, several water troughs and a nice tank.

There is excellent brush diversity throughout, and good roads and senderos are in place.

The ranch has not been hunted in two years, and game is plentiful. Just an hour from San Antonio, this property offers a rare combination of great habitat and spectacular views.

High-Fenced Game Ranch 1,275 Acres

South Texas v Frio County v Dilley

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A great South Texas “red dirt” hunting ranch, this property has been under high fence for over 10 years, and good genetics have been added to improve the deer herd. Improvements include a very nice ranch-style home, a foreman’s home, three DMP pens, a small barn, game-cleaning area with walk-in cooler and blinds and feeders.

The brush is excellent, and there are several food plots along with great roads and senderos. There is a water well, and water is piped to numerous wildlife ponds. This ranch is ready to go!

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Chicolete Creek Ranch

2,040 Acres

Southeast Texas v Jackson County v Edna

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You don’t have to go to the Hill Country to find clear, flowing creeks and rivers! This property is an outdoorsman’s dream ranch, and it is only an hour and a half south of Houston! From hunting to fishing, this ranch has it all: deer, turkey, hogs, dove, ducks, geese, bass and catfish. The ranch features beautiful rolling hills covered in huge live oaks and an unusual amount of water.

It boasts of one mile of spring-fed Chicolete Creek with frontage on both sides, two miles of Lavaca River frontage, a 50-acre bass lake and five duck hunting lakes that total 90 acres of prime waterfowl habitat. Also, there is a new three-bedroom home, a 2,000-gpm irrigation well and 1,200 acres recently high fenced.

Little Wichita River Ranch

5,740 Acres

Northwest Texas v Clay County v Bowie

Live Oak County Ranch 1,970 Acres

South Texas v Live Oak Co. v Three Rivers

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This is an outstanding hunting ranch with one of the most desired locations in South Texas and excellent brush quality. This high-fenced

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Located only 80 miles from downtown Ft. Worth, everything a hunter would want in Texas is ranch has frontage on Highway 281 between here! Deer, turkey, dove, quail, ducks and hogs are plentiful. Almost five miles of the seasonal Little George West and Three Rivers. The ranch has Wichita River and 15 miles of the seasonal Smith Creek traverse the ranch, and the bottomlands four water wells, one of them producing 160 gallons per minute, and there are miles of buried PVC water lines that supply water to

are loaded with large hackberrys, post oaks, white oaks and live oaks. It’s a one-of-a-kind ranch with beautiful rolling hills and an incredible amount of water, with 25 surface tanks and five water

wells. This ranch has big native deer (190 B&C killed three years ago) and some of the finest quail 20 concrete water troughs. There is unlimited hunting terrain there is. The owners are willing to divide this ranch; please call for details. potential to have an incredible deer herd. 13 does out of highly reputable lines that are bred to 200 B&C bucks are included in the

Dos Hermanos Ranch

sale. While filming a hunting show during the

5,880 Acres

2003–2004 quail season, ESPN saw 22 coveys

South Texas v Duval County v Freer

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With one of the best native deer herds in South Texas and a great headquarters, Dos Hermanos Ranch is a serious deer hunter’s dream! This high-fenced ranch is in the heart of South Texas brush country. Dos Hermanos Ranch has been

Matt Mann

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3710 Pine Chase, Pearland, TX 77581

past nine years by the same family, and the native deer herd has become outstanding, with some

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concrete water troughs throughout this ranch. Hunting vehicles, equipment and furniture all convey with the sale. The owners are willing to divide this ranch in half.

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Kerrville

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Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

Just 10 miles south of Kerrville off Highway 16, you will find this truly amazing property. The main, picturesque entry is paved and surrounded by cypress trees, flowing water and waterfalls. There are 25 to 30 natural springs and several lakes. The largest lake spans 8 acres with great black bass fishing. There are 100+ head of elk, blackbuck, fallow, whitetail, sika, axis and aoudad roaming freely with only the game fencing to keep them yours.

Two deep wells service the property, complete with water storage. There are two gorgeous custom homes. The 4,000-square-foot main home has 1,500 square feet of multi-tiered decks with breathtaking views. A recent $700,000 remodel includes South American woods and African slate. The 2,800-square-foot second home is only seven years old and has never been lived in. A third home has an apartment upstairs and two large game rooms down. Also on the property is a 40' by 120' metal barn with two HVAC areas as well as other storage buildings. This property is one of the finest of its kind in Texas. It is truly a retreat. For further information, contact Beverly Foley, Agent 214 415-7154 or Roland Arthur, Owner 817 915-0681.

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Welcome to the graceful charm of this classic country estate in Grimes County. This 80-acre showplace features four lakes, improved pastures, newly built sheds for livestock, cross fencing and gently rolling terrain. A secluded entrance with private driveway winds through the property to a 4,700+-square-foot country

Classic Country Estate

home nestled among stately oak trees. The family-oriented home features four bedrooms,

Central Texas v Grimes County v Anderson

four and a half baths, cathedral ceilings, a large

kitchen and formals graced with beautiful antique chandeliers. Wildlife flock to the fresh water and cattle and horses thrive in the lush pastures.

This prime getaway property is within commuting distance to Houston, Conroe or College Station. $1,385,000.

Tuscan Hills Central Texas v Grimes County v Navasota

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Secluded and private, this 125 acres of rolling Come home to the deep serenity of Tuscan Hills. This classic estate features 419 acres with seven terrain presents beautiful views from several hilltops overlooking the future home of Tuscan Vineyards. Tuscan Hills offers 20- to 100+-acre

hilltops. The property is perimeter fenced with tracts in the gently rolling hills of southern Grimes County. Tuscan-themed estates will nest scattered oaks, woods, three stock ponds and secluded among the valleys and woods of this beautiful property for a unique and distinctive

plenty of open pasture for livestock. There is retreat. The pleasant trickle of Grassy Creek meandering through just adds to the special allure. abundant wildlife for hunting and fishing. If If you are looking for an exclusive private getaway, retirement possibility or a weekend escape, you are looking for an investment property Tuscan Hills offers the discerning owner many special options. Located just 40 minutes to or ranch within commuting distance of The Conroe, 60 minutes to Houston and 30 minutes to College Station.

Woodlands, Conroe or Houston, this is it.

Improvements include a metal barn and office with utilities in place. $875,000.

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miles of frontage on the Navasota River with

Nancy Perry

six and a half miles of nature and hiking trails,

502 S. La Salle Navasota, TX 77868

parks and lakes. River Haven welcomes you

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across the countryside. Amenities include two

kayaking pavilions and 30+ acres of common to the tranquil peace of graceful and elegant country living a mile west of Navasota. This property is 25 minutes to College Station, 45 minutes to Conroe and 60 minutes to Houston.

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The Hilltops overlook the Colorado River on the Lake Travis Basin and offer magnificent views of Sandy Creek, Long Hollow, Devil’s Hollow and the breathtaking Texas Hill Country. These 75 acres northwest of Austin on the north shore of Lake Travis are available for $1,875,000. These two hilltops are available as two single homesites with 37± acres each, in the acclaimed Lago Vista Independent School District. In 1900, J. F. Carlton patented this historic tract and passed it on to his son, J. J. Carlton, in the 1920s. J. J. Carlton passed the land to his heirs in 1993, just two months shy of his 95th birthday. The Carlton heirs agree it is time to liquidate their cherished homeland. They want to share this land with folks who like the outdoors and have a passion to live life to the fullest. Brokers are welcome.

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Endless Possibilities 591 Acres

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This tree-covered oasis is home to whitetail deer.

A spring-fed lake complements the carefree retreat. Long views, a possible stone quarry and paved roads on two sides characterize this property with lots of opportunity, close to Georgetown and Austin. Come discover it.

Paradise Found 157 Acres

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In a secluded location on a gated private road hides flowing Bear Creek, joined by three ponds, providing recreation and peace.

Meander through this property on the riding and walking paths. The barn has a fourbedroom, two-bath living quarters inside.

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The varying and rolling terrain of the native landscape includes large stands of hardwoods with some cedar cover and pasture ready to be

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improved. The spring-fed pond and the long views complete the package.

Bill Luedecke bill@texasland.net

Jarred Maxwell jarred@texasland.net

326 East Highway 29 Bertram, TX 78605

512 355-2030 www.texasland.net

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This is a rare opportunity to own one of North Texas’ most prestigious ranches! The Watt Family has owned this 5,353-acre ranch for decades. The premier cattle ranch is four miles long from north to south, all fronting on U.S. Highway 183, and two and a half miles east

One of North Texas’ Most Prestigious Ranches Northwest Texas v Throckmorton County v Throckmorton

to west. The historic two-story, brick, 3,500square-foot home built in 1944 boasts six bedrooms, two baths, formal living, dining, a large family kitchen with breakfast area and a

sunroom perfect for entertaining or the growing family. The rear of the main house offers a small bunkhouse for guests with a bedroom, full bath, kitchen and storage area. The foreman’s house was completely remodeled in 2006 and offers two bedrooms, one bath, living area and kitchen with breakfast area. This spectacular ranch offers numerous elevation changes with beautiful auroras that lead to Elm Creek on the south end and Boggie Creek on the north end. There are 26.5 miles of perimeter and interior fencing in excellent condition. There is also suspension fencing on the ranch. The well-maintained roads allow easy access to the creeks and the ranch. With 20+ stock tanks on the property, most of which have been recently redone, there is year-round watering in all 12 of the pastures. The ranch has 180 acres of cultivation in five separate fields. There are two separate cattle pens in pristine condition, one centrally located at the north central end of the ranch serving six pastures, and the other set at the headquarters, serving the pastures at the south end. The latter set of pens has a livestock scale. The ranch has never been overgrazed, is turn-key and is in ready-to-go condition for the serious cattleman or the avid recreational hunter. The ranch is just three and a half miles north of Throckmorton on U.S. Highway 183. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. $13,382,500 includes all ranch equipment, main household furnishings and 50% of all owned minerals! Call Bobby Norris for a private showing at 817 291-0759 or visit www.wtranch.com for a virtual tour.

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Bell County Estate Central Texas v Bell County v Temple

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The gated entrance and beautifully manicured grounds are just an introduction to this fabulous 3,571-square-foot Austin stone home on 15 acres close to Temple. Custom designed in 1991, the home includes three bedrooms, two bathrooms, spacious rooms, high ceilings, a large patio and a gourmet kitchen, making it easy for entertaining. The grounds include one 40' by 80' metal building with living quarters and roll-up doors, one 40' by 100' metal building with roll-up doors and three 15' by 15' horse barns.

Phenomenal views and Little River frontage await on this 856-acre ranch in western Milam County. Only 35 minutes from Temple and an hour and a half from Austin, this property has

Little River Ranch Central Texas v Milam County v Buckholts

1.4+ miles of Little River frontage and over a mile of road frontage on CR 486. Massive live oaks along the river and along the bluff overlooking the bottomland make this a true showplace. The bottomland is currently in native grasses, coastal pastures and pecan, while the upland is being cultivated. There is an abundance of deer and wildlife native to the area and great fishing along the river.

View information and additional photos for this listing plus other Aldrich-Thomas Group properties at www.aldrich-thomas.com.

Scott Motsinger smotsinger@aldrich-thomas.com

Reuben Marek rmarek@aldrich-thomas.com

18 North 3rd Temple, TX 76501

254 773-2184 www.aldrich-thomas.com

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

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A magnificent Texas horse ranch in Nine Bar

East near Hempstead. Improvements on this beautiful rolling terrain with extensive pipe fencing include a 3,700-square-foot, 10-stall barn with feed room, tack room and out pens; a 1,300-square-foot hay barn; four loafing sheds; and pastures. A gorgeous 8,500-square-foot, two-story, fivebedroom, four- and one-half-bath home with attached four-car garage features a gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets, Corian countertops and wrap-around breakfast bar; three fireplaces, high ceilings, custom built-ins, marble and ceramic tile floors, zoned air, two game rooms and a media room; plus a fabulous pool with waterfall and spa. There are concrete drives to the barns, scattered hardwoods and beautiful views. The ranch is located in an upscale, scenic area of Waller County and offers easy access to Highway 290 and Highway 6. $2,350,000.

33+-Acre Rock’n H Ranch Central Texas v Waller County v Hempstead

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This gorgeous three-bedroom, two- and one-half-bath “Hill Country” style home was designed by the owner and built with entertaining in mind. With a Georgetown stone exterior, huge flowing porches and 3,150 square feet, this home features hand-scraped hickory floors, vaulted ceilings throughout, custom woodwork and a huge island kitchen with granite countertops, Viking stove

Waller County Land Company

and knotty pine cabinets. There are custom built-ins, a beautiful stone fireplace, a sunroom, and

704 10th St., Hempstead, TX 77445

the master suite opens to a huge covered back porch. The property is fenced and cross-fenced

979 826-4133 • 281 391-5600

(four-board) and has a 40' by 60' barn with roll-up doors at both ends, quarters with a covered

P.O. Box 1274, Waller, TX 77484

porch entrance, rolling terrain, mature trees, improved pastures, two ponds, two seasonal creeks

936 372-9181 • 281 373-5555

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This is country elegance at its finest. Situated on a hilltop with unmatched 20-mile views, this one-of-a-kind, custom home features every

The 4 Star Ranch

amenity you would expect in its 8,445 heated and air conditioned square feet, including

Texas Metroplex v Collin County v Celina

five baths, two half-baths, a gourmet kitchen,

heated stone/wood floors, library and entertainment room, wine room, pool, beautiful loggia, paved drive, six-car garage, unique greenhouse, gorgeous terrain, trees, creek, three ponds, one lake and a deep well to irrigate the 20+ acres. There is a 120' by 42' barn with 1950s quarters and a Texaco fuel house with 1950s pumps. The land alone is valued at $4,000,000, as the 73.399 acres offer three ponds of 1± surface acre each and a lake of 5± surface acres, all with aeration systems. The ponds have a water level control system, a water circulation system and are fed by the well which is sunk to 990± feet. 20± acres are under a commercial-sized irrigation system fed from the well and ponds. A beautiful creek running through the entire property supports an abundance of trees throughout the land. Several thousand running feet of new pipe and cable fencing enclose three distinct meadows, each with livestock heated watering systems or later access. There are livestock pens with a chute. Completed in December 2003, there are 14,627 square feet under roof of the spectacular, custom-designed and built “Savannah-style,” two-story estate, including 12-foot wraparound porches with columns and railings upstairs and down on the front and a beautiful loggia on back, all with beaded board ceilings. All porches and patios are made of hand-laid “Old Chicago” brick pavers. The oversized six-car garage is 2,388 square feet. $7,950,000. See photo below for maintenance building and gas station. For additional information, visit www.altus.us.

664 Acres With Two Homes Texas Metroplex v Fannin County v Savoy

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An outstanding ranch setting with a mostly abandoned railroad and old railroad bridge, this property features one brick home and one main Austin stone home overlooking a small lake with fishing dock. The custom main house has 3,400 square feet with four bedrooms, three and one-

John Altus 4211 S. Preston Road Celina, TX 75009

square-foot shop building offers concrete flooring, an office, bathroom with shower and a large

866 785-1455

all-weather roads, 3,460 feet of frontage on Highway 56, hay barns, nine ponds, improved pasture,

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half baths, a fireplace, enclosed back porch, metal roof and three-car garage. One new, metal 6,700covered storage area for hay, farm equipment or a motor home. Other improvements consist of 150 acres of cropland and 400± acres of land for hay production. Surrounded by Caney Creek on the west and north sides, this ranch has an abundance of trees and rolling hills. $2,950,000.

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Executive Country Ranch Central Texas Washington County v Brenham

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A gated entrance and circular drive paves the way to a gorgeous, custom five-bedroom, fourbath executive home on 22± park-like acres with pool, hot tub, guest cabin, scattered trees, storage barn and serene pond. The home boasts high, dramatic ceilings, a gourmet kitchen, an open floor plan, formals, study, oversized master suite with master bath fit for a queen, separate office with upstairs game room or guest quarters and a theater room. This property is between Houston and Austin. $1,695,000.

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This 33±-acre property takes you back to the nature of life with swimming holes, a cleared nature trail along the winding live creek to walk, hike and ride horseback and approximately two-thirds mile of Mill Creek

Tillworth Retreat

frontage for incredible fishing and canoeing.

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There are two homes, a workshop, tractor Tillworth Retreat is a collection of historic buildings, lovingly restored for beauty and comfort barn, plus a fenced pasture for horses with a on 9± acres. There are six guest rooms in three individual cottages, each with private bath, and storage/tack room and shed. This secluded a separate home with a fabulous gourmet kitchen, porches, decks and views. This bed and retreat is between Bellville and Cat Spring and breakfast, retreat or family compound is on a quiet, country road for privacy and is centrally an hour west of Houston/Katy. $595,000.

located between Austin, San Antonio and Houston. $865,000.

The Country Dream Central Texas v DeWitt County v Yoakum

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Picture it—41.7± acres dotted with 400+ oak trees, a pond, barn, thick coastal grasses for hay and outstanding views. The three-bedroom, two- and one-half-bath home is spacious and designed for distinction. It offers high ceilings,

formal dining, spacious master and sitting room

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

that opens to a covered porch. $750,000.

www.E-CountryProperty.com

Pella windows trimmed in mahogany, a cook’s kitchen, recessed lighting, study, great room with built-in entertainment center and fireplace,

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Wolf Creek Ranch

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Central Texas v Washington County v Brenham

Feel miles from all stress and worries as you escape to this 246.41±-acre ranch on the outskirts of Brenham. Take in all nature has to offer as the deer run through the wooded and open meadows scattered with live oaks. The fish are waiting to jump on your hook in any one of the six large ponds featured on the property. Enjoy views of Lake Somerville, an 11,000+-acre recreational lake, just footsteps away.

The impressive custom home boasts 8,799± square feet, six bedrooms, seven and a half baths and four fireplaces. Outdoor features of the property include the pool with custom stone waterfalls, grotto and hot tub, tennis court, barbecue pavilion, barns and six large ponds. Contact Kaysee Schulte.

Cross Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Medina

High Hills Ranch Central Texas v Austin County v Bleiblerville

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how magnificent the views are from this 206.47±-acre ranch. Situated on a prominent hill with miles of views overlooking Brenham and Bellville, the property features a 1.5±-acre lake, five ponds, a barn with working pens, cross-fencing and several groves of native pecan trees. The spacious four-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath home offers 2,845 square feet of

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Enjoy the 360-degree views of the Hill Country from this 404-acre retreat. New ranch roads allow you to traverse the entire property and experience the dramatic elevation changes. Freeroaming whitetail, fallow and axis deer, blackbuck antelope, aoudad sheep, hog and turkey make this secluded paradise home. The ranch features a wet-weather creek with deep canyons, a two-

living space, formals, game room and a two-

bedroom, one-bath hunter’s cabin with all the comforts of home and a metal barn with workshop

car garage. The home is nestled among several

and carport. Electricity is available across the ranch. Contact Boo Christensen. Owner/Agent.

live oaks that provide a nice, shaded yard and has picturesque views of the countryside.

Contact Randy Hodde.

112 West Main Street Brenham, TX 77833

979 836-8532 888 882-1321 toll free 979 836-1224 fax www.hodderealty.com www.hoddere.com

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Southwind Farm Central Texas v Washington County v Brenham

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This 106±-acre ranch on the scenic La Bahia (FM 390) features high rolling hills, paved road frontage on two sides, massive live oaks and a pond. Improvements include a two-bedroom, two-bath antique farmhouse. Several barns/buildings include horse stalls, tack rooms, covered arena (200' by 80'), office, baths, hay barns, paddocks and loafing sheds. Contact Randy Hodde or Tammy Foreman.

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With a live spring running through the middle, inside Comanche Caves, this entire property has been manicured, and there is a second well for the deer and horses. The main home is over 4,000 square feet, designed in a Hill Country style. The limestone rock on the outside is tastefully used on the inside as well. With four bedrooms and three and one-half baths, there is plenty of room for large family gatherings. The home has a large 500-square-foot bonus room upstairs that could be a game room or second living area. There are screened-in and unscreened covered porches for wonderful outdoor entertaining and fabulous views of the Texas Hill Country. The home has a pool and hot tub that overlook the ranch. An 800-squarefoot, two-bedroom, one-bath guesthouse on the other side of the pool gives your family and friends room and seclusion to enjoy just being on the ranch. A large barn/party room has a number of different uses and a one-bedroom apartment for a ranch manager or more family.

A four-car garage, gated entry, paved driveway, 4-acre trap for horses, tack room and a smaller barn complete the improvements. Common improvements include a 17-acre, private river park on the Guadalupe River, a 3,000-foot airstrip and three cottages for landowner use.

Priced at $2,150,000.

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Bay Club at Falcon Point Ranch A Luxury Community on the Texas Coast

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South Texas v Calhoun County v Seadrift

Enjoy the exclusive gated community of Bay Club at Falcon Point Ranch, located on the San Antonio Bay in Seadrift, Texas. Experience luxurious coastal living with stunning sunsets on tranquil shores. Bay Club features exclusive waterfront property and waterview homesites with access to the five-star amenities of Falcon Point Lodge and miles of protected shoreline surrounded by a 6,000-acre ranch and wildlife preserve. The wildlife refuge of Matagorda Island lies across the bay from your doorstep. With world-class fishing, birding and water sports, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have plenty of adventure living in this unique environment. Bay Club is convenient to shopping, dining and entertainment in the quaint towns of Victoria and Rockport. Call Bay Club homeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;your relaxation and adventure in a resort-style coastal community.

The Priority Group, Inc. Cecilia Garcia 877 375-4868 www.falconpointranch.com

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Athens Ranch on Pottawatomie Creek

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646 Acres

Northeast Texas v Henderson Co. v Athens

This rare find is located southeast of Dallas near Athens. The home is in the middle of the ranch with a panoramic view of rolling pastures, creeks, woods and a 3-acre springfed lake. The home is 2,875 square feet under roof with an oversized deck and a screenedin porch overlooking the yard containing oak trees. The home has a wood-burning fireplace, three bedrooms, three baths and a kitchen outfitted with up-to-date appliances, including Sub-Zero. The great room has vaulted ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows to maximize the views. The yard is maintained by an automatic sprinkler system using lake water for irrigation. A security system consists of motion, door and window sensors. There is also a small rental home on the ranch. A metal barn/equipment building with concrete floor, running water and electricity is a short distance from the main home.

Working pens are near the barn, covered by a metal roof, with water, electricity and squeeze chute. The pastures are comprised of rolling hills with coastal Bermuda grass, fenced and cross-fenced. Every pasture has access to a lake or to one of the five stock tanks. There are three springfed lakes, a 6-acre lake in the front, a 3-acre lake behind the primary home and a 17-acre lake with a concrete boat ramp. The largest lake has been stocked with Florida bass. Many varieties of ducks are found on the lakes, and whitetail deer, feral hogs and coyotes can be seen all year.

Within Athens ISD, this is one of the most beautiful ranches in Texas.

5001 Spring Valley, Suite 1100 Dallas, TX 75244

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Woodland Ranch

2,600 Acres

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Everything you desire in a farm and ranch is here. Woodland Ranch, an estate-sized property designed as a fully operational cattle ranch and production farm, accommodates family retreats with multiple homes. The ranch is bordered by the Red River, and the rich bottomland sandy loam soil is highly productive and suitable for both farming and cattle production. Woodland Ranch has a rich history of commercial red angus cattle production with 1,400 acres of improved pasture, two sets of working pens, chutes and scales, excellent fencing, multiple barns and shop buildings and an 8,000-bu grain bin. The ranch has nine water wells, two live creeks, 14 stock ponds fed from water wells with purification systems, a center pivot system and a common 300-acre lake. $8,000,000.

Harvey Properties, Inc. Renee Harvey - Broker

2550 Lamar Ave. â&#x20AC;˘ Paris, TX 75460

903 785-8484 800 785-8495 toll free www.c21php.com

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York Timberland Ranch 640 Acres

East Texas v Jasper County v Buna

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Between Buna and Kirbyville, Texas, just north of Beaumont, this beautiful, rolling, East Texas timberland property has a 2,860+-square-foot, two-story log lodge. Approximately 87% timberland, this property has 110 acres of 2007 loblolly pine and 13% open pasture and native area bisected by Red Bank Creek. The tract, adjoined on all sides by timberland investor owners is in excellent shape and especially suitable for game fencing. The lodge is very appealing for family or retreat use. This is an excellent value at $2,461/acre.

Trinity River Ranch 2,493 Acres

Southeast Texas v Walker County v Huntsville

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Fronting the north side of the Trinity River and the south side of FM 230 north of Huntsville, Texas, this ranch has 1.8 miles of FM 230 frontage and county road frontage on Koonce Road. The property offers diverse topography, from sharply rolling land with panoramic vistas to flat land along the Trinity River, a range of soils (predominantly sandy loam), mostly wooded in pine of varying ages (some merchantable) and some open pastures for cattle. There is excellent access and abundant frontage on Dillard Creek, Whites Creek and the Trinity River. Enjoy year-round access by four boat ramps to the widely acclaimed Trinity River just up from Lake Livingston with all types of freshwater fishing and a natural waterfowl estuary. This

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Southeast Texas Liberty County v Cleveland/Dayton

beautiful timberland ranch is a riverfront rarity above Lake Livingston with a previous airstrip on site, good interior roads, an onsite rock pit, fencing and cross-fencing, no oil and gas

This property has good internal roads and

minerals (reserved by prior owners), extensive

pine plantations with an additional 180 acres

under brushing, mowing, grass and fertilizer,

of pine-dominated mixed-wood stands. This

two internal bridges and plenty of development

excellent square-shaped property is suitable for

potential! A new survey is in process.

a game fence. There is good drainage with some floodplain area along drainage into Tarkington Bayou and Luce Bayou. “Sizemore Lane” deadends into the property. Directions: take FM 321 north from Dayton, Texas or southeast from Cleveland, Texas to CR 301S on the west side of FM 321. Turn west for 6/10 mile to County Road 3011, turn left (south) for 2.9 miles past

1600 Normal Park Huntsville, TX 77340

rock road or drive (3405 CR 3011 “Sizemore”)

936 295-2500 office 800 246-2500 toll free

to the end on the left. Reduced to $1,575/acre.

www.homelandproperties.com

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LK Cattle Ranch

Central Texas Washington County v Brenham

This 550-acre ranch in beautiful central Texas is conveniently located just one and a half hours from both Houston and Austin. The 7,300+-square-foot, very well appointed main residence sits at the highest point of the property, offering open views of the surrounding countryside. Barns, loafing sheds, implement storage, horse stable and ranch manager house are all included. Two stock lakes, a year-round creek and a seasonal creek all provide abundant water for the livestock and wildlife. The rolling hills host open grazing land, hay pastures and wooded areas, creating a beautiful setting and peaceful getaway. Less than three miles from the interstate and just 10 minutes from historic downtown Brenham, you will find yourself at home at LK Cattle Ranch. $5,600,000.

Apex Realty Brokerage Jarrek Hartsell 2225 Rockingham College Station, TX 77845

979 204-7700 www.livinginbcs.com

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Jack Ranch

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Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Kendalia

This 325.81-acre Hill Country jewel has it all. Location offers a private retreat and getaway; however, with over a mile of county road frontage, it offers ideal development potential. Ranch is located approximately three miles north of Kendalia and approximately 10 miles southwest of Blanco. Easy access to San Antonio, less than 35 minutes away, or Austin and Fredericksburg in 45 minutes. Stunning, massive panoramic views of the Texas Hill Country at its best, especially at sunset. Hilltop pavilion is constructed of cedar and rock from the ranch. The 48' by 72' barn (18' center height) is constructed of rock from the ranch and 1' by 12' milled cypress. Need overnight lodging? The living quarters in the barn are as comfortable and unique as most B&Bs in the Hill Country. With a year-round spring, three stock tanks and four water wells, one at 90 gpm, the owner of this ranch has multiple sources now and is well positioned for the future options.

The spring-fed stock pond at the headwaters of the Little Blanco River has abundant black bass.

Excellent fences and extensive roads provide easy access to all parts of the ranch. Tree cover is primarily live oak with pecan, walnut and elm. Substantially all of the cedar has been removed.

With infrastructure in place, including four water wells, three septic systems and electricity to the hilltop and pond-side building sites, start living your Hill Country dreams today. Whether seeking a private retreat to hunt deer and turkey and enjoy nature at its best or an investment property for future development, JACK Ranch has it all. $3,500,000.

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Central Texas v Kinney County v Spofford

This 9,909±-acre, low-fenced South Texas ranch can be purchased in tracts of 3,035±, 1,973±, 2,638± or 2,263± acres. The Patrucia Ranch is an ocean of classic South Texas brush with excellent quality and diversity and has not been leased for hunting in over six years. With no feed supplementation, a buck harvested in 2007 by the family weighed 180 pounds field dressed with 13 points, had 25" main beams and a B&C score of 178. Deer on this property have the potential to grow as large as anywhere in South Texas. In addition to deer, there are quail, turkey, doves, feral hogs and varmints.

Scenic hills and an abundance of surface water give this ranch character and value. There are two creeks and 10 lakes, the largest of which is 50 acres when full. Many of the lakes are filled with hard fighting, thick and heavy largemouth bass. The ranch is clean with no large electrical transmission lines, no energy pipelines, no oil and gas production, no old well sites and it is not leased for exploration.

Located in southern Kinney County, southeast of Spofford. $1,650 per acre.

1027 County Road 207 Weimar, TX 78962

979 263-4367 979 732-7503 mobile 979 263-4368 fax jhcluck@cvtv.net

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water, deep soils and no rock! Managed for years as a cattle ranch, the current owners have gradually changed it into an intensively managed wildlife sanctuary. On the cusp of greatness, this is a ranch looking for a longterm owner with a love of the great Southwest.

The ranch is fairly flat, most likely part of the historic flood plain of Pinto Creek. Elevation at the highway is 1,117 feet MSL, gradually sloping in a southwesterly direction to 1,059 feet MSL in the southwestern corner. This ranch is blessed with over 2,600 feet of both sides of Pinto Creek, a beautiful stream that has not stopped running since the current owners acquired the ranch in 1995. The creek is fed from springs believed to be located north of the ranch as well as on the ranch itself. As it does not drain a large watershed, it rarely floods. It has a flat rock bottom with very little gravel and several deeper holes that offer good fishing. Lining the banks, Pinto Creek has huge live oak trees, elm and hackberry. In addition to the creek, the ranch has potable well water available at 75 to 150 feet. This aquifer has been tapped into at five locations; three shallow wells are equipped with electric submersible pumps and two with windmills. A sixth well, equipped with an electric pump, taps into the Edwards Aquifer at 1,700 feet and serves the headquarters. Static water level in this well is only 27 feet from the surface. Currently, the ranch boasts a herd of whitetail deer with an estimated 1:1 sex ratio at an estimated density of one adult per 15 acres. Working closely with the wildlife personnel of the NRCS, the owners have worked hard to get numbers down and to remove genetically inferior deer, removing up to 200 animals a year. Soon, a planned delivery of bred does from a well-known ranch in the Encinal area will add solid genetics from the famed Golden Triangle of lore. Dove and bobwhite quail do well in this area, and the owners have run waterlines and planted foodproducing plants along ranch roads in an effort to maximize quail/dove hunting. The ranch fronts U.S. Highway 90 for 3,600 feet. It lies in west central Kinney County about six miles west of the county seat, Brackettville, home to Ft. Clark, a romantic cavalry post steeped in history. It is only 24 miles east of the town of Del Rio and Lake Amistad. Del Rio has a fullservice airport with commercial flights. May be divided.

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The Bell Ranch

New Mexico v San Miguel County v Tucumcari

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From spectacular vistas of red-banded mesas to the sheer walls of Canadian River canyons and the vastness of the big sky country, the Bell 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 warmwater fishing opportunities, as well as other recreation, with the Lake House and boat storage on the shore. The 10,832-square-foot hacienda, built in the 1930s, reflects a Southwestern vintage style. Complete with a pool and tennis courts, this complex was designed to entertain

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airstrip and hangar are close by for your private jet access. The Ranch Headquarters is listed on by those who have experienced it. $100,000,000. Contact Robb Van Pelt.

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Double V Ranch New Mexico De Baca & Chaves Counties v Fort Sumner

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The Double V Ranch is a large ranch in New Mexico 50 miles north of Roswell or 25 miles south of Fort Sumner, straddling Highway 20 for nearly 15 miles. The ranch consists of 109,065± deeded acres plus New Mexico State and BLM lease of 13,073± acres for a total of 122,138± acres. This all-contiguous ranch is fenced into several different pastures, complete with shipping pens and scales. This property is well watered with over 50 windmills, spring-

fed arroyos, Conejo Creek, Mora Creek, Pecos River, pipelines and drinking troughs and is well improved with a fine owner’s home, foreman’s home plus other houses and outbuildings. The property makes for an excellent cow/calf or yearling operation. $24,540,000.

Fitzgerald Ranch

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Colorado v Archuleta County v Chromo

The 1,010±-acre Fitzgerald Ranch, located almost equidistance between Pagosa Springs, Colorado, and Chama, New Mexico, offers 2.5± miles of the Navajo River. Beautiful meadows along the river bottom transition into a healthy forest of manicured ponderosa pine. Numerous sites on the property capture magnificent views of the surrounding mountains and valley. Buildings are exceptional including an inviting log home that has been featured in national publications. Other improvements are an eight-stall horse barn, new manager’s home, heated shop and helicopter pad. The surrounding area presents an abundance of recreational opportunities including skiing at Wolf Creek within an hour’s drive. $10,500,000.

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Located 16 miles south of Pagosa Springs, this private freestone fishery traverses the center of 120± acres encompassing one mile of both sides

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touted San Juan River. A custom-built, elegantly finished, 3,100-square-foot home featuring an environmental-friendly design includes restored timber beams and recycled wood flooring, walls and ceiling. The exterior is sheathed in corrugated steel and is accented by a surplus of double thermopane windows. Surrounded by

Rendezvous Ranch

massive cottonwoods, the property overlooks

Wyoming v Sublette County v Cora

that only a river can offer. A private gated entry

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Positioned to enjoy the best views possible of the dramatic Wind River Mountain Range, this

beautiful irrigated meadows and the ambiance close to the manager’s home and shop adds

stunning ranch features beautifully restored classic log buildings including: a main house, two to the functionality and use of this spectacular guest cabins, a manager’s home, horse barn, indoor riding arena, shop and machine shed. This property. $5,950,000. working cattle ranch has 1,040± deeded acres, plus federal grazing permits sufficient to run a 400-head cow/calf operation. With over 900± acres of irrigated meadows, a first-class set of corrals and an outdoor roping arena, the ranch is an ideal combination recreational/working ranch just over an hour south of Jackson Hole and 10 minutes from the thriving community of Pinedale. Good hunting and fishing can be enjoyed on this meticulously maintained property, which is available for the first time in over 20 years. $9,900,000.

www.hallandhall.com 406 656-7500 Investment Quality Rural Real Estate Throughout the U.S. & Internationally.

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Four Season Recreational Getaway Property New Mexico ❖ Colfax County ❖ Angel Fire

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Overlooking Eagle Nest Lake State Park in northern New Mexico, these 280 acres in beautiful Moreno Valley between Red River and Angel Fire feature wide-open seclusion and buffered 360-degree views. Tranquil setting features a 6,000± square-foot home with “green” energyefficient construction, five bedrooms, three and a half baths and a separate apartment. This is a superb location for multiple recreational and cultural fun and excitement just half an hour from Taos, north of Santa Fe. $2,900,000. Listing agent: Ruth Bush, CRB, CRS, SRES, RRS, 575 595-0166, realtors@afweb.com.

Spectacular Custom Log Home On a Private Lake New Mexico ❖ Colfax County ❖ Angel Fire

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This spectacular custom mountain home was built in 2001 and consists of 6,900± square feet, five bedrooms and three and a half baths. The master suite has a private door, sitting area and fireplace.

The state-of-the-art kitchen has a Viking stove, cooktop and warmer and Bosch dishwasher. This lavish home contains two rock fireplaces, Sub-Zero wine chiller with two zones, zoned radiant heat, wet bar with custom tile accents, elevator, oversized two-car garage, a large utility room and plenty of storage space. A loft can be used for an office or reading area, and a large room downstairs can be used for workout, den or theater room. The owner of this beautiful home also has access to a private lake. $2,100,000. Michael Woolley, 575 770-3519, mike@pruangelfirere.com.

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will sleep a total of 23 people. This area is

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575 377-0562

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apartment, cozy cabin and two townhouses

breakfast or retreat center—you name it! mike@pruangelfirere.com.

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Grand River Ranch Colorado v Grand County v Kremmling

Grand River Ranch features 19 magnificent ranches spread over more than 19,000 acres of scenic alpine landscape in Grand Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Middle Park near Kremmling and its jet-accessible airport. The ranch is just a two-hour drive northwest of Denver and 45 minutes from Steamboat Springs. All ranches include access to five exceptional common areas: an equestrian center with outdoor arena, stream and lake fishing with day and overnight fishing cabins, sporting clays shooting range and the Grand River Ranch lodge with overnight accommodations, fine dining and entertaining area. Terrain varying from lush meadows to timbered high country offers ranch owners a convenient refuge with exceptional amenities. Available ranches: Piney Peak Ranch, 441 acres for $3,950,000; Tailwaters Ranch, 388 acres for $2,950,000; Flat Tops Ranch, 680 acres for $4,650,000; Pass Creek Ranch, 336 acres for $1,950,000; Gore Canyon Ranch, 337 acres for $3,750,000; Wolford Mountain Ranch, 606 acres for $2,150,000; Mesa Meadow Ranch, 835 acres for $3,950,000; Colorado River Cattle Ranch, 1,235 acres for $8,700,000.

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One of the premium properties in Bridle Wood, a community of “gentleman ranches” consisting

Sink Creek Ranch

of 20+-acre tracts conveniently located and easily accessible from I-35, FM 32, FM 306, RR 12 and

Texas Hill Country Hays County v San Marcos

U.S. Highway 281, the vista-view, tree-covered Sink Creek Ranch spans 40.08 acres which can be replatted into two 20-acre parcels. The ranch is quintessential Texas Hill Country with rolling terrain and panoramic views of the hills and valleys. The hilltop acres are leveled with rich soil and vegetation which gently slope to public road frontage. Sink Creek flows along the west side of the property and could potentially be converted into a striking water feature. Several excellent building sites with longdistance views are ready for your new home. Strong CC&Rs protect your investments. Attractive seller financing offered to the right buyer. Bring your offer. Asking $12,000 per acre.

The Iapote Ranch Texas Hill Country v Hays County v San Marcos

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This 37.18-acre leisure ranchette offers metropolitan living comfort. Come and enjoy a quiet escape in this out-of-the-way haven with park-like acres and a magnificent 16,000+-square-foot estate home which boasts 15 rooms, nine baths, five rock fireplaces and two finished kitchens. A 1,400±-square-

Judy Carey, Owner/Agent 866 666-6577 TheLandCompany@AmanVerde.com www.AmanVerdeRealEstate.com

Secluded Lake Property

429± Acres

Central Texas v Comanche County

foot craft room, 792-square-foot guest quarters and a game/media room with full bar service are under construction. On the estate grounds, you will also find a 50' by 100' utility barn/workshop with 29-gauge, steel R-panel and 12' by 14' overhead doors for your ranch toys. The Iapote Ranch is professionally cleared of cedar. Majestic oaks dotted the manicured estate grounds. $1,750,000.

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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 220± Acres

Central Texas v Comanche County v Sidney

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

Frontier Farm & Ranch Dublin, TX 76446

bedrooms, two baths and a large den with surround sound system. The property features

Skip Smith, Owner 254 485-0286

60 acres in cultivation and 150 acres in hay-

skip@ffrtexas.com

throughout ranch with heavy timber and some

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rock home with stone and steel roof has three

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. $1,314,000.

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60.74-Acre Ranch Adjoins National Wildlife Refuge

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Texas Hill Country v Burnet County v Bertram

Surrounded on three sides by the Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge for a perpetually natural setting, and found 20 minutes north of majestic Lake Travis with access through various Lower Colorado River Authority parks and preserves, this is a great place for a private estate, family compound, hunting retreat or nature preserve. A spring creek feeds drinking pools for the abundant wildlife. Wooded privacy and seclusion are yours in a setting of large oak trees and ash juniper. Gated entry access is through the neighboring Whitewater Springs subdivision along paved Whitewater Drive without dues or assessments. There is livestock fencing and ag-exempt low taxes on this fabulous, oncein-a-lifetime opportunity for a tremendous investment only 45 minutes from Austin, Texas. $836,325.

17.95 Acres on Lake Travis in the Texas Hill Country Central Texas v Travis County v Lake Travis

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Set along a scenic, tranquil waterfront cove on 17.95 acres on Lake Travis, this site allows a covered boat dock for boat mooring, swimming, fishing and sun bathing. The boating and water skiing are acclaimed as some of the best in central Texas. Only 40 minutes from Austin,

Texas, this property is conveniently accessible to all the comforts of daily life. Mostly level and covered with live oak trees, the site is suitable as a private family residential retreat or estate, and covenants allow up to three horses or cattle. It is situated in a gated entry subdivision called Chimney Oaks at Lake Travis. $350,000.

S.G. Billings Realtors速 Greg Billings Real Estate Broker 18670 Highway 1431 Jonestown, TX 78645

512 267-1130 GregLakeTr@aol.com www.LakeTravisTexasArea.com

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This ranch is just south of Catarina, Texas. It has a beautiful 2006 model, three-bedroom, twobath modular ranch house, a metal implement shed and all high fencing. It has all brush with three food plots, deer blinds and several protein and corn feeders. The ranch also has added whitetail genetics from the well-known Gene Gonzales deer herd. It has had a deer management program in place for the last 5 years. A 172 6/8 B&C, 150 class and five management bucks were harvested in the 2007-2008 hunting season!

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Harper Ranch South Texas v Frio County v Dilley

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This ranch has been in the same family for over 60 years! With the brush and fields, it offers excellent bird and deer hunting opportunities. It is in a great location and has highway frontage.

There is brush diversity, mostly heavy brush and some fields mixed throughout. This property offers a large ranch house, a good set of cattle working pens and three water wells. Two are equipped with electric submersible pumps and one with a windmill. Game includes deer, dove, quail, turkey, feral hogs and more. This is a great hunting and cattle ranch.

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Goldthwaite in Mills County, Texas, this 256Âą-acre property is 120 miles from Austin and 160 miles from San Antonio. The property

Rocky Creek Ranch Central Texas v Mills County v Goldthwaite

features a distinctive gated entry, rolling land, an all-weather creek, a 5-acre stocked lake, corrals and is completely fenced/cross-fenced.

The outside boundaries of the property have high game fencing and several fertile pastures.

The secluded 3,800-square-foot home offers miles of breathtaking views. Built in 1999, it consists of three bedrooms, two and a half baths, a large living area with fireplace and a detached garage with an apartment. With a private gated entrance, the ranch also includes a 1,800-square-foot farmhouse with three bedrooms and two baths, a large red barn, horse stalls and a workshop. $1,500,000.

Bobbie Bozarth 281 413-5682 bobbie.bozarth@transwestern.net www.transwestern.net

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

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Circle A Ranch 423 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Blanco

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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, caretakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

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Central Texas v Medina County v D’Hanis

Located 45 minutes from San Antonio and 10 minutes from Hondo, this ranch is at the top of the list for an all-around ready-to-enjoy property. With 351 acres completely game fenced, finding a trophy buck won’t be hard. A paved road will lead you to the four-bedroom house and barn with a full walk-in game cooler, fuel tank and roll-up doors to store your favorite hunting rig. This ranch has Rio Grande turkeys, and 47 whitetail deer have been turned out.

All whitetail deer have 200 class B&C genetics. There is city water to the house and barn, but that’s not all. This ranch has a full set of pipe cattle pens, two wells and piped water to three of the six stock ponds. Beautiful oak trees line the roads. South Texas brush with a Hill Country feel awaits the new owner of this ranch. Contact Trey Bonner for details.

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Located eight miles from Atlanta on FM 2791, these 172 beautiful acres are full of oak and pine trees and acres of honeysuckle. This Cass County property has several homesites and large meadows with running springs. Berry and Slack Creek run year round. Plenty of wildlife such as deer, ducks and squirrels cover the property. Offered at $1,995 an acre. Contact Trey Bonner for details.

Trey Bonner 713 444-4114 office 888 55-RANCH trey@ranchlandnetwork.com www.ranchlandnetwork.com

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This property is 132± miles east of Dallas off of I-30. It lies west of U.S. 259 with the northwest corner of the property near I-30. This property has approximately three and a quarter miles of frontage on the White Oak Creek Wildlife Management Area. Wildlife includes deer, ducks, hogs and an abundance of small game. The live creek bottoms have been fenced to improve wildlife habitat. There is a 40-acre wetland project developed. The ranch is Level-3 in the Deer Management Program with an extended either-sex deer season for wildlife management. The ranch is crossfenced into nine pastures with wooded hollows and draws. These pastures are bermuda, clover, rye and other native species. These grasses form a good stand across the pastures and are suitable for haying or livestock grazing. The ranch runs about 400 cows as a cow/calf operation. There are several deep ponds of 20+ feet. One large pond is stocked with fish and has a floating swimming/ fishing dock. A small brick home is located on the property. Separate water wells support the house and cattle pens. The equipment and cattle are also available for sale separate of the ranch. The beautiful ranch is priced at $3,129,625. Call Tina Kruse at 903 667-3727 or 903 278-5489.

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Ellis County Gem Texas Metroplex v Ellis County v Forreston

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This truly beautiful 151-acre ranch is one of the best hidden gems in Ellis County. Just 45 minutes south of Dallas and Fort Worth. The property includes a 15-acre lake, 50Âą acres of hardwoods and excellent manicured Bermuda pastures. Great for a horse or cattle operation.

The property offers a newly constructed 32' by 60' hay barn. The 40' by 80' shop with topof-the-line living quarters and an abundant amount of wildlife makes this a great future dream home or even a weekend retreat.

Shane Midkiff 1585 Highway 77 North, Suite A Waxahachie, TX 75165

972 948-5336 shane.midkiff@cbdfw.com www.cbdfw.com

El Vendedor Ranch 312 Acres

South Texas v Duval County v Freer

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El Vendedor Ranch is a well-maintained, perfect-sized South Texas family hunting ranch for the serious trophy deer hunter who would enjoy the privacy of being four miles from the nearest public road. Game fenced and managed for outstanding trophy whitetails for the last 14 years, this ranch has everything in place. The food plots stay irrigated with an extensive watering system, and the protein feeding program supplements the nutrition found in the many varieties of excellent whitetail browse and forbs. The furnished family home has two bedrooms and one bath and is complemented by an enjoyable raised observation deck. The drive-through 6,000-square-foot

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barn is great for storing vehicles and equipment and has a nice walk-in game cooler. Conveyed with this sale are 11 deer blinds, 7 feeders and two beautiful, trophy longhorn steer. With the right mix of thick brush, senderos and open fields, this ranch has it all at an affordable price. All the work has been done, and the surveillance photographs show some beautiful mature bucks that will carry over into this hunting season. It is now ready to hunt and enjoy. Offered at $890,000.

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Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty 6606 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, Texas 78209

866 904-1515 toll free

360± AC. Taylor Lane Ranch, Medina Co., Hondo Rare combination of proximity to San Antonio & bordered by substantial neighbors, including a world-famous hunting ranch. Gently rolling with superb brush for deer & abundant native wildlife.

Good-size tank bordered by large oaks for ideal building site. Partial high fence. Call John Tarrillion.

143± AC. Bexar Co., Scenic Loop Road Excellent privacy & 360° views from 1,400±-foot elevation. Fenced. Ag exempt. 10 min. from IH 10. Elec, well, septic. S.A. Northside ISD. Call Debra Janes.

114+ AC. Guadalupe Co., Seguin 6± miles from Bexar Co. line, on IH 10, 20 min. to San Antonio. Beautiful flat tract, minimum site work to build. Ideal residential, commercial or industrial.

Within the Trans Texas Recommended Corridor (RCA#5). Water avail. Minerals convey. 1,500± sq. ft of hwy. frontage. Call Al Philip.

97+ & 38+ AC. Near Toyota, Bexar Co., San Antonio Watson Road off Hwy. 16, opposite entrance to Toyota Hdqtrs. Level, cleared pastureland ideal for development either residential or commercial. The 38+-acre tract has a well & Medina River frontage.

Call John Tarrillion.

60± AC. Bandera Co., Vanderpool Gorgeous Texas Hill Co. between Medina & Vanderpool. Level to rolling hills with home sites offering breathtaking views. Large trees & native brush provide a wildlife haven. Mill Creek along one boundary, springs, 1 well. Call Julie Carlton.

52± AC. Atascosa Co., Pleasanton 52 ± level acres with spacious, log & stone home with rock fireplace. Barn with stalls, pipe fenced corrals. Wet-weather creek, small tanks. Fenced/ cross-fenced. Call John Tarrillion.

50± AC. Guadalupe Co., Marion Ideal level acres minutes from downtown San Antonio offers great potential, just outside Bexar Co. line. Perfect for horses or development, either residential or commercial. Green Valley municipal water & GVEC. Call John Tarrillion.

49+ AC. Comal Co., Bulverde Estate home with front/back porches, rock fireplace, wood floors. Eight-car carriage house/barn with apartment. 2 ponds. Walking/riding trails. Off Hwy. 46. Call Herb Spoon or Robert Dullnig.

25± AC. Atascosa Co., Poteet Once occupied by Texas Rangers, this stucco & limestone home has a historically interesting cellar.

Studio. Various outbuildings. Fenced. One well.

Municipal water avail. Successful organic produce farm for 15+ years w/blackberry field. Call John Tarrillion.

418 Eight St. at 281N., Downtown Blanco 2,625± sq. ft building on high profile corner. 13' ceilings. 2 overhead garage doors & loading dock.

Office/retail area. Call John Tarrillion.

7+ AC. Kendall Co., Waring Country estate w/one-story ranch home, pool, tennis court & manicured treed grounds with Hill Co. views.

Well & cistern. Call Herb Spoon or Robert Dullnig.

4.34± AC. Comal Co., Spring Branch This 5,700±-square-foot country estate incorporates a vintage 1852 settler’s farmhouse. 1,500± square feet covered porches. Guesthouse. Guadalupe River access. Call Susan Marburger.

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

325 646-5656 office 866 646-5656 toll free

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VAL VERDE CO. 2,731 Acres, SOUTHWEST TEXAS. Turn-key hunting ranch, 6BR lodge, 7 water wells, blinds & feeders, very secluded. Priced at $550/Ac. or $1,495,000. #06-031-1 REGAN CO. 2,500 Acres, WEST TEXAS, more land is available, excellent deer & quail hunting, excellent underground water, electricity. Priced at $595/Ac. #06-179-5. Ask for Dale.

COKE CO. 1,889 Acres, West Central Texas, EXTREME TOPOGRAPHY w/300’ 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 & elec.

Asking $1,995/Ac. #07-083-5. Ask for Dale.

CONCHO CO. 816 Acres, West Central Texas, EXCELLENT QUAIL & DEER COUNTRY, very secluded & remote, numerous surface ponds, community water, heavy mesquite & excellent brush country& lodging. Asking $1,600,000. #08-001-9.

Ask for Jeremy.

MILLS CO. 800 Acres, CENTRAL TEXAS, Beautiful Hill Country ranch, heavily wooded with live oak, Spanish oak & pecan trees, LIVE WATER CREEK, 3- to 5-acre lake, numerous ponds, water wells, 3BR brick home, many more amenities. This is truly a beautiful ranch. Asking $3,500,000. #08-043-10.

Ask for Josh STONEWALL CO. 659 Acres, North Texas, EXCELLENT TOPOGRAPHY, secluded hunting ranch. Good cover for game, stock tank; 2 natural springs provide water for the deer, dove, some quail, some turkey, and even Mule deer, some minerals.

Excellent site for electric generating Windmills.

Asking $895/Ac. Call Dale about# 07116-5.

MILLS CO. 290 Acres, Central Texas, COLORADO RIVER FRONTAGE. Great, topography, heavy timber & excellent hunting. Asking $1,732,750. #07-179-11

Century 21 Harvey Properties 2550 Lamar Ave. Paris, TX 75460

903 785-8484 800 785-8495 1,880 ACRES. Mostly irrigated, tillable, producing farmland with 3 homes on the property. Barns, equipment sheds, irrigation equipment, grain bins/ silo, shop, catfish lakes, etc. $15,000,000 2,000 ACRES. Highly fertile, irrigated farmland. All utilities available, irrigation equipment, fuel tanks, submersible pumps. Located in the Red River area of Bowie County. $12,000,000 access. Susan Marburger.

Frosty Miller Real Estate Llano, Texas

325 247-3997 Elam Creek Ranch: 534 acres located 7 miles west of Medina, Texas. 2,700 sq. ft. home, pool area and waterfalls. $4,500,000 Johnson City Homestead: 16.79 acres located 3 miles west of Johnson City, Texas. $385,000 Cow Creek Ranch: 3,034 acres located in Burnet County, Texas. $12,894,500 Arena River Ranch: 115 ac. W of Llano, TX. $1,500,000 Mason County Line Ranch: 479 acres located 19 miles north of Fredericksburg, Texas. $1,186,020 RR 1871 Ranch: 200 acres located 10 miles southwest of Mason, Texas. $699,000

Childress Ranch Investments www.childressranchinv.com

830 964-4600

5,486 Ac. WEBB CO. All or by pasture - 1,000 ac, 1,370 ac, 1,500 ac, 1,630 ac, 2,150 ac. remote, only 30 mi. from Laredo, brush, tanks, big deer, priced right. $1,395/ac 12,000 Ac. WEBB CO. Lying in northern Webb County, east of I-35, has a ranch house, metal barn, hunting lodge, 2 wells & 12 stock tanks. $1,395/ac 820 Ac. HAMILTON CO. County road, rolling hills, well, nice creek, 3 tanks, mesquite, cedar and scattered oaks, good pasture grasses. $1,995/acre Volume 48 Texas Farm&Ranch

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Apex Realty Brokerage Heritage Texas Country Properties 979 204-7700 Jarrek Hartsell

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Burleson County: 159 acres just 20 minutes from Texas A&M University. Two lakes and a nice gravel road. Good possible homesite in the middle of the property. Electric/water onsite. Call 888 285-1176 for more information or visit www.livinginbcs.com.

Texas Homestead Real Estate Participating with Cabela’s Trophy Properties, LLC Kerrville, TX www.ownTX.com

830 792-4404 1,207 Acres, Draw Down Mountain Ranch, Mills Co. Suitable for ranch or game hunting operation.

Great elevation changes provide fantastic views. The property is well wooded with multiple spring-fed tanks. Food plots are spread throughout, creating a haven for wildlife including whitetail deer, turkey, and hogs. 4 wells and 2 electric poles in place.

Almost 75% high fenced and new entrance on the hwy frontage. $3,862,400. Call Bill 830 285-2995.

45 Acres, Stringtown Rd, Bandera Co. 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 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! Call Dan 210 232-8282.

65 Acres, Historic YO Ranch, Kerr Co. Fabulous hunting and wildlife in the historic YO Ranchlands Owners Section. $430,000. Call Bill 830 285-2995.

293 Acres, Bass & Waterfowl Lake, Brazoria Co. This most interesting property is exploding w/ ducks, trophy bass, and a few nice alligators all in a clean and clear lake. $1,050,000. Call Mark 361 389-3775.

915 Acres, Trophy Whitetail Ranch, McColluch Co. Located 15 minutes from Brady, Texas is hunting Heaven! Never will you see a ranch with so many huge whitetail deer. B&C range of 180-225 is routine. $4,000,000. Call Graydon 830 739-0040.

83 Acres, The Sanctuary, Coreyell Co. Cowhouse Creek frontage, excellent pond site, land varies from high hills w/great views of Hill Country to rich river bottom, good tree cover, 2 creeks, deer, turkey, dove. $376,587. Call Happy 512 673-3362.

1,640 Acres, LaSalle Co. This immaculate turn-key trophy whitetail ranch is now on the market. Excellent high game fencing, management program, sendero cutting, roadwork and dam building are in place to facilitate the hunter. $3,280,000. Call Bill 830 285-2995.

866 Acres, Lake Brownwood Ranch, Brown Co. Incredible offering! 866 acres w/over a mile of lake frontage, surrounded by state park lands. $4,350,000. Call Bill 830 285-2995.

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888 663-6461 Brenham 888 663-6469 Bellville 888 663-6467 Round Top 888 663-6440 La Grange 15± ac. Bellville: Custom 4/4.5 home sitting atop a hill overlooking a large lake, barn, RV storage. $1,980,000 39± ac. Burton: Abundant road frontage, pond, barn, pens, partially wooded, rolling terrain. $492,000 42± ac. Yoakum: Impeccable 3/2.5 executive home, custom features, 400+ oaks, pond, barn. $750,000 64± ac. Fulshear: 3/2 country home, pond with pier, barns, pens, lighted arena & pipe fencing. $2,400,000 84± ac. Industry: Breathtaking views, scattered views, rolling, creek, seclusion. $719,100 104± ac. Flatonia: Barn, well, electricity, 2 stocked ponds, wildlife, 45 minutes to Austin airport. Offered for $572,000 200± ac. Columbus: Hunter’s dream, spring-fed pond, partial game fencing, wildlife, pens. $1,660,000

Waller County Land Company www.wallercountyland.com

936 372-9181 or 979 826-4133 10 Acs. Unrestricted, cleared & trees. $14,900/Acre 10 Acs. 3-1, fncd, x-fncd, working pen. $195,000 11 Acs. 3-board fence, well, 4-stall barn. $229,000 13 Acs. w/metal bldg, gravel parking, recent well & septic. $289,000 14 Acs. fncd, lake, fronts 2 roads. $13,529/Acre 16 to 22 Acs. Grimes Co. 4 tracts, unrestricted, rolling, separate or together. $9,400/Acre 17.8 Acs. partially fncd, cleared, 2 lakes, pad for home & barn on hilltop. $15,696/Acre 30 Acs. Corner. Near Hwy 290 at Waller. $22,000/Ac 44 Acs. scenic corner, views, 40% wooded, may divide. $19,500/Acre 51 Acs. river frtg, 2 wells, 2 septics, barn & pond. $8,522/Acre 58 Acs. barn, pond, working pen & fenced. $9,500/Ac 66 Acs. unrestricted, near Hwy 290, unlimited development potential. $20,000/Acre 92 Acs. 4-2.5-2, barns, ponds, sheds, fncd. $1,500,000 102 Acs. Carmine, stocked lake & fenced. $5,167/Ac 114 Acs. fenced, 2 ponds, creek, hardwoods, rolling meadow. $12,000/Acre 117 Acs. corner w/ample road frtg near Hwy 290 at Waller. Cleared. $20,000/Acre 160 Acs. fertile pasture, no improvements. $6,000/Ac 173 Acs. good fence, lake, pond, hay barn. $9,500/Ac 244 Acs. near Hwy 290 at Waller w/1.6 miles of frtg on 3 roads. Devlp. potential. Will divide. $20,000/Ac 586.8 Acs. near Hwy 290 at Waller w/2 miles of frtg.

Development potential. $14,900/Acre

Bill Johnson & Associates Real Estate 979 865-5969 10 Acres. 3374 Old Hwy. 36, Bellville. 2/3-bedroom, 1.5-bath, 2-story home built in 1993. Land is about half wooded, seasonal creek, very secluded. $250,000 11 Acres. 10152 FM 949, Cat Spring. Old Texas farmhouse in historic Cat Spring. Built in 1925 and remodeled in 1988, the home has 4BR, 2.5 baths, formals, family room, great porches. There is an old barn, workshop, utility house, greenhouse, windmill, cistern house and pond. $385,000 18 Acres. 139 Jay Lane, Bellville. Old homestead with c.1900 home (not liveable), old outbuildings, 2,600’ of paved road frontage. $235,000 34 Acres. FM 389, Round Top. Mostly wooded, about 1,400’ of paved and gravel road frontage.

Restricted. Acreage size negotiable. $425,000 70 Acres. Co. Road 151, Columbus. Secluded tract w/huge live oaks, some good grass, ag-exempt, close to I-10 and Columbus schools. Divisible. $945,000 96 Acres. East of Sealy on FM 1094, Sealy. Prime development prop! Gently rolling w/ccattered trees, 3-acre lake with island, pond, in city limits with sewer, water & gas access. Develop. incentives! $14,500/acre 114 Acres. Weishuhn Rd., New Ulm. Approx.

85% wooded property with 1± mile of paved road frontage. It has a 20x60 barn, an old house of little value, one 5±-acre lake and 3 small ponds, sandy soil. Columbus I.S.D. $10,500/acre 138 Acres. Spiess & Wittner Roads, Industry.

Private! dynamic view! Wooded on one end-open on the other with nice homesites, rolling, improved grasses, 2.5-acre lake backed up into wooded area.

Wildlife! Great potential! $7,500/acre 166 Acres. 1078 CO. RD. 2437A, Sheridan. WEBB RANCH. Deer, turkey, wild hogs, huge live oaks, privacy, seclusion and a comfortable 2BR, 2BA home.

Barns, creeks, open meadows and again - HUGE live oaks! $680,000

Ranch & Hunting Land Larry Guthrie, Owner / Agent Coleman, TX 76834 www.ranchandhuntingland.com

325 624-5292 46 Ac: Runnels. 2/2 House. 2 water wells. $179,000 58 Ac: Brown. Oaks, pond, water well. $2,395/ac 70 Ac: Home, shop, water wells, scenic. $329,000 80 Ac: Coleman. Water, elect avail, creek. $2,195/ac 120 Ac: Comanche. Cabin, water, elect. $2,795/ac 150 Ac: Brown. Rolling, 3 tanks, cabin. $469,000 153 Ac: Oaks, water/electricity, ponds, hunting. $1,995/acre 180 Ac: Brown. Hi-fenced game ranch. $2,495/ac 388 Ac: Brown. Beuaitufl home, lodge, oaks, hills. $1,995,000 462 Ac: Coleman. Hi-fence, cabin, deer. $2,595/ac 740 Ac: Runnels. Hills, oaks, water wells. $1,795/ac 780 Ac: 3/2 brick. Hills, oaks, hunting. $1,795,000 797 Ac: Taylor. Creek, Owner Finance. $1,395/ac 1,056 Ac: Hi-fence, home, lodge, lake. $4,700,000 1,168 Ac: Hi-fence, trophy elk, whitetail. $2,295/ac

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5 Star Country Properties Ranch Realty www.5starcountry.com

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979 830-5040

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Cedar Hill Vista: 21+ ac., Brenham, Washington County. 4/3.5 hilltop, custom-built home (4,325 sf.), 2,284 sf. Barn w/2 workshops, views, pond, improved pastures. $825,000 Rolling Vistas: 90+ ac., Chappell Hill, Washington County. Rolling tract with distant views, 3 ponds, live creek. $759,444 Ranches of Far View: Chappell Hill, Washington County. Open & rolling, restricted tracts, views, impvd pastures: 30 ac. $357,000; 26.02 ac. $309,638; 24.87 ac. $295,953; 50.89 ac. $605,591 Scenic View Ranch: 60 ac., Brenham, Washington County. Winding road leads to hilltop homesite, 2 ponds, electricity, community water to pastures & homesite, septic system. $690,000 Mystic Lake: 12.89 ac. New Ulm, Colorado County.

Heavily wooded, trails, 2 ac. spring-fed lake, great secluded building sites, paved rd. frontage. $225,500 Nine Bar Farm: 6+ ac., Hempstead, Waller County.

2/1 home (1,200 sf), 3-stall horse barn w/turnouts & tack, round pen w/shaded observation deck, arena w/lights. $220,000

San Angelo, TX: 3,264 sf. Commercial bldg. $75,000 10 ac: Stephenville Income $2400±/mo. $169,000 200 ac: Terrell Co. Cabin. $90,243 384 ac: Runnels Co. Oak Creek. Farmland. $414,000 208 ac: Tom Green Co. new fence. $2,650/ac 283 ac: 5 mi W of Mertzon. $1,850/ac 160± ac:Trent w/farm & hunting income. $1,200/ac 235± ac: Trent 190ac CRP income. $1,200/ac 382±ac: Trent Farmland, roping arena. $1,250/ac 440 ac: Callahan Co. 1st time on market in 100 yrs. $1,100,000 560 Deeded ac: Coke Co. along Lake Spence 37 – 1 ac lots: Callahan Co. landing strip. $500,000 102 ac: Callahan Co. stock tank. $210,000 129.18 ac: Taylor Co. pastureland, stock tanks, fenced. $2,390/ac 374 ac: Runnels Co. surface ponds. $1,250/ac 400 ac: Runnels Co. some river frontage. $2,295/ac

Hodde Real Estate Co. 979 836-8532 office 979 836-1224 fax 888 882-1321 toll free Hunting & Recreation Ranch. 2,096± acres, ranch house, water, elec, Hwy 90 frontage, Val Verde Co. Tiger Point Road. 7.32± private acres with water, electricity, and has been selectively cleared.

Campbell Creek Ranch. 100± acres of rolling hills, wooded areas, creek, small pond.

Hunting Ranch. 394± acres in Val Verde County, whitetail deer, turkey, blue & bobwhite quail, dove, more acres available.

Triple Star Ranch. 101± acres with 3.5+-acre. lake, views, mature trees, hilltop homesite, seller will divide.

All Jersey Road. 80.974± acres, rolling hills, views, pond, woods, meadows, seclusion.

Hunting & Recreation Ranch. 767± acres w/ hunter's cabin, water, elec, abundance of wildlife, more or less acreage available.

Tejas Properties Les Meyer www.tejas-properties.com

830 563-9911 48.8 Acres. 10 minutes from S. Austin, Travis Co. 100 Acres. South Ft. Bend County. $11,195/acre 62.8 Acres. South Ft. Bend County. $6,995/acre 320 Acres. Eldorado, Schleicher Co. 2,141 Acres. Val Verde Co. Rio Grande & live water.

1,200 Acres. Menard Co. w/Concho River. $3,700/ac 5,000 Acres. Crockett County with Pecos River.

1,300 Acres. LaSalle County. Lodge and lakes.

Suttle and Company Real Estate Texas Hill Country www.SuttleandCompany.com

830 232-5242 47.9 Ac. Horse Property. $779,000 7.28 Ac. 4BR/2BA House. $365,000 2.443 Ac. River Frontage. $325,000 2.335 Ac. River Frontage. $325,000 24.8 Ac. 2BR/1BA House. $400,000 5 Ac. Great Building Sites. $69,500 138.43 Ac. 3BR/2BA House. $525,000 12 Ac. Prime Location. $1,200,000 46.84 Ac. Great Hunting. $51,524 11.093 Ac. Horse Property. $425,000 45.77 Ac. Great Hunting. $205,965 9.3 Ac. Great Building Sites. $119,500 6.10 Ac. Panoramic Views. $91,500 6.62 Ac. Wide-Open Space. $99,300 9.60 Ac. Great Building Sites. $144,000 15.35 Ac. Gorgeous Views. $119,000 11.25 Ac. Plenty of Wildlife. $89,700 24.71 Ac. Great Getaway. $99,500 23.57 Ac. Awesome Views. $150,000 4.62 Ac. Vacation Property. $1,000,000

Markham Realty, Inc. www.markhamrealty.com View maps & pictures on website

888 286-3575 ACREAGE 10 Ac. Southwest of Huntsville, wooded. $68,500 16 Ac. NE of Huntsville, small pond. $109,600 17 Ac. 5 mi. N of Huntsville w/mobile home. $125,000 19 Ac. West of Huntsville on FM 1696. $6,200/acre 25 Ac. Fronts Hwy 75 N of Huntsville. $123,750

34 Ac. NE of Huntsville, young pine timber. $118,830 36.5 Ac. Hwy 75 frontage, wooded. $4,150/acre 41.88 Ac. North of Huntsville. Pastures, horse barn, apartment. $450,000 75 Ac. Grimes Co. fenced pastures. $325,000 139 Ac. Grimes Co. Ranch or recreation. $549, 500 214.58 Ac. Grimes Co. Pastures, big trees, County road. $795,000 240± Ac. Northern Walker Co. Front on FM 230, wooded hillside to level pastures. Year-round live creek, wildlife & livestock. Combination ranch. $3,500/acre 293± Ac. Madison County, 8,400± feet of road frontage, open pastures with large scattered oaks 60% wooded, live creek, wildlife plentiful “A Diamond in the Rough.” $3,495/acre RURAL HOMES Unbelievable Home. Pool and barn on 4 acres West of Huntsville. $650,000 Country Home. 4/2/2 – Arena on 4.2 acres. $269,500 Brick Home. 3/2/2 Barn and 9.6 acres. $250,000 Double Wide. 3/2 on 1.1 acre with pond. $129,000

duPerier Real Estate, LLC www.duperierrealestate.com Sissy duPerier

830 796-5558 156 Ac-KERR CO – Ingram, TX. A perfect example of Texas Hill Country landscape, outstanding ranch getaway and game fenced. Panoramic views from building sites, electricity, well and spring. Ask for Jo. 53 Ac-BANDERA CO – Manicured pastures, Fredericksburg-style custom home, 3 bedrooms, office, game room or 4th bedroom upstairs. Horse barn and equipment barn with workshop. $1,285,000 18 Ac-BANDERA CO – Medina, TX. Beautiful views, good grasses, oak trees, wet-weather creek, abundant wildlife, suitable for horses. Metal building, electricity and water well. $250,000 10 Ac-BANDERA CO – Medina, TX. Wet-weather creek, views, good grasses, useable land, oak trees, abundant wildlife, suitable for horses, electricity, water well and septic. $165,000 4± Ac-BANDERA CO – Medina, TX. Fronts on Hwy 337. Great views of Medina River & hills. Old homestead needs TLC. $220,000

Rare Earth Realty Cynthia Thomas, Broker 315 Earl Garrett - Kerrville

830 257-7192 phone 830 257-6784 fax 79 Acres, Gillespie County, Fredericksburg Raw land with well, windmill, electricity. Four fishing tanks/ponds. Off Hwy 16. Five miles from downtown. $1,382,500 9.87 Acres, Gillespie County Between Kerrville and Fredericksburg. Live water (Wolf Creek). Well, septic, electric. Build a home or income-producing B&Bs. $325,000 49.75 Acres, Gillespie & Kerr Counties Live water (Wolf Creek), 3BR/3BA home, immaculately maintained + garage & guest quarters. Great hunting, hiking, grazing for livestock. Development potential.

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Steve Grant Real Estate Athens, Texas www.stevegrant.com

903 675-3503 903 675-3536 fax OAK HILL RANCH - Country homestead on 59.15 with classic 2BR/1BA farmhouse on beautiful rolling terrain with pasture, pond and majestic hardwoods.

Near Athens! $359,000 ATHENS - Spacious 3 or 4BR/3BA brick home w/ formal dining and living areas, enclosed porch, above-ground pool, outdoor kitchen and wet bar, 2-car garage plus 2-car carport & workshop, well landscaped and more on 3 acres.

COUNTRY ELEGANCE & CHARM - Incredible 4BR/2BA home w/spacious rooms, pine floors, vaulted ceilings, tile countertops, new carpet, clawfoot & Jacuzzi tubs, separate showers, open floor plan new 30-year roof & full decks on front & back on 13 acres of mostly open land with scattered trees.

Located between Murchison & Athens. Truly a must see! Price reduced to $260,000.

COUNTRY HOMESTEAD - Fabulous 3BR/2.5BA home on 42.928 beautiful acres. Home has wbfp, spacious living area & covered porch. Other features include workshop, storage & barn. Enjoy spring-fed pond, hardwood & open areas. N of Palestine on US Hwy 287. $240,000 NECHES AREA - 78+ rolling acres, mostly lush coastal, 7-8 acre wooded area in northeast corner & 2 acre fishing lake. Very scenic w/excellent bldg site. $253,650 NEAR ATHENS - Lovely country home w/3BR/2.5B w/2 car garage on 2 acres. Complete w/30x60 shop, RV storage & pool/hot tub. $279,000 GORGEOUS & PRIVATE - 53 acres near Athens w/hay meadow, woods, 1-2 ac pond & great 4/3/2 house built in “02. $530,000 SILVER CREEK FARM - 21+/- ac w/approx.1 ac spring-fed pond w/ 2BR/ 1B mobile, 36x84 horse barn w/10 stalls, wash stall, tack room, office & storage,2 round pens, arena & 4 pastures. Great income-producing property. $225,000 LARUE, TX - Approx. 150 acres of wooded, rolling East Texas country. Located on CR, it’s private & has 2 hilltops, small lake, an 8-10 acre lake site & tons of wildlife. $675,000 ANDERSON CO. - N of Palestine. 58 secluded acre, rolling w/pine & oak timber. 2 lakes offer approx. 6 acres of water. Great getaway w/ abundant wildlife & scenic bldg sites. $249,000 ATHENS AREA - 73 acre ranch w/3BR/2B home, barns & 4 ponds. Property is cross-fenced and ready for livestock. $399,000 “THE REFUGE” - Relax & enjoy this 3BR/2B home w/wbfp & spacious liv area on 8.44 acres located on a wonderful tree-lined, semi-private lake shared by 8 lots. The land is a haven for wildlife & is a showcase of East Texas foliage. Other features include approx.

984 sf workshop & pier. $225,000 THE FAMILY COMPOUND - Custom 3BR/2B home & workshop on 18.95 wooded ºacres w/springfed creek & fantastic just minutes from Athens. $260,000 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. $278,500 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. $229,500.

Property also being offered with less acreage (2 acres) for $205,000.

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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. $229,500 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/landscaped groups, spacious living areas, wbfp, formal area, game room, in-ground pool, deck, patio and 30x30 workshop. Created for beauty, comfort & convenience. $295,000 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. $295,000 LARUE, TEXAS - 80 acres, gorgeous rolling property w/ Caddo Creek across back, hilltop bldg sites & farmhouse. $469,000

Perry Bushong Real Estate Jane Bushong Brown www.pbushongrealestate.com

830 640-3383 office 830 640-3254 direct 830 329-3354 cell 730 Ac: Hill Country. PRICE REDUCTION! “LIVING WATERS RANCH” - 1.25 miles of the beautiful Nueces River w/crystal-clear deep water. Elegant home, extensive fertile bottomland w/huge liveoak & pecan trees, spectacular views, ample game.

592 Ac: Real Co. Rolling terrain, windmill, pens, 3 ponds, highway frontage, abundant game, good live oak country. “Top of the Divide.” $1,594,443 633 Ac: Kerr & Real Co. Abundant game, house, barn, outbuildings, highway frontage, 2 wells, ponds, live oak, no cedar. “Top of the Divide.” $1,900,000 1,321 Ac: Sutton Co. Well, house, outbuildings, game. $1,350/acre 404 Ac: Sutton County. $1,350/acre 3,838 Ac; 230–1,040 Ac: Edwards County. Acreage ranging in size from 230 to 1,040 ac. Ranch is available in its entirety or as 8 separate ranches. Great live oak, deep soil, 3 wells, hwy frontage, game, high fence. Prices from $1,295/acre to $1,695/acre.

1,239 Ac: Edwards Co. Very nice home, barn, hunter’s cabin, highway frontage & game. $1,695/acre 3,249 Ac: East Edwards Co. “Cowboy Springs Ranch.” Numerous springs, rolling to rugged terrain, game, 2 cabins, barn & pens. $1,995/acre 809 Ac; 573 Ac; 436 Ac: East Edwards Co. Rolling to rugged terrain, gorgeous views, game, oaks along with cedar. $1,500/acre 194 Ac; 449 Ac: Edwards Co. Carta Valley, gentle valleys, rugged canyons, game, spectacular views, beautiful hardwood & piñon trees. Starting at $850/ac. See website.

490 Ac: Edwards Co. S. of Rocksprings w/county road access. Excellent hunting, hillsides & canyons filled w/beautiful piñon & oak trees. $980,000

Texas Ranch Sales, LLC www.TexasRanchSales.info

830 741-8906 Bandera Co-68 ac. Bldg. sites, views, oaks. $9,800/ac Bandera Co-80 ac. Medina River access, elect. $9,500/ac Bandera Co-130ac. Home, barns, ponds, wells. $20,000/ac Bandera Co-2,060 ac. Incredible water, views, well, bldg sites. $4,250/ac Dimmit Co-1,770ac. Paved frntg, lodge well, ponds, cooler. $3,600/ac Duval Co-190 ac. Quail, wells, ponds, trees. $1,895/ac Duval Co-648ac. House, ponds, paved frntg. $2,495/ac Duval Co-2,650ac. H/fence, home, wells, pond. $1,850/ac Frio Co- 4ac. Vege. Packing Warehouse. $725,000 Frio Co-160 ac. Home, ponds, wells, fields. $3,900/ac Frio Co-448 ac. Scenic, wildlife, electricity. $2,850/ac Jim Hogg-814 ac. H/fence, wells, pond, deer pens. $2,250/ac Kimble Co-115-ac. Views, cabin, wells. $3,500/ac Live Oak Co-321ac. Hwy & Mathis Lake frntg. $3,000/ac Maverick Co-3,400ac. H/fenced, cabin, cooler, ponds. $1,700/ac Medina Co-22ac Hwy 90 frntg, develop. $5,700/ac Medina Co-27ac. Hwy. frntg, ponds, well, elect. $6,500/ac Medina Co-200ac. H/fenced, creek, well, elec. $6,500/ac Medina Co-154 ac. Wells, house, scenic. $4,950/ac Medina Co-181ac. H/fenced, hwy frtg, well. $4,650/ac Medina Co-351ac H/fence, home, wells, ponds, barn, $6,750/ac Medina Co-1416ac. Creek, hwy frntg, well. $1,900/ac Uvalde Co-270ac. Home, wells, barn, blinds. $2,450/ac Uvalde Co-925ac. Fields, ponds, wells, trees. $3,000/ac Uvalde Co-514ac. House, wells, barn, hunt. $2,450/ac Uvalde Co-5,800ac. Hunting, wells, pond, MLDP. Val Verde Co-2,833 ac. h/fence, wells, spring. $795/ac Zavala Co-156ac. Well, elect, hunting, will divide.

Zavala Co-956 ac. H/fence, wells, lakes, lodge, oil well. $2,800/ac Zavala Co-3,500 ac. Home, wells, Nueces River, improved. $3,150/ac

Anders Realty Brady P. Anders, Broker brady@theandersgroup.com www.theandersgroup.com

512 791-9961 or 830 481-4444 cell TEXAS HILL COUNTRY Ranch, River & Recreational Properties 15 Acres: East Gillespie Co. (Fredericksburg) Gorgeous, level pad site overlooking Cool Water Ranch just waiting for your custom home. Oaks trees, valley views, wildlife plentiful.

142 Acres: South Gillespie Co. (Fredericksburg) Development potential between HWY 87 and HWY 16 just outside city limits and semi-flowing creek.

15 Acres: East Blanco Co. (Johnson City) Rough Hollow Creek, good trees, heavy brush/cedar cover, utilities close, nice views of Pedernales River Valley.

91 Acres: Northeast Gillespie Co. (Fredericksburg) Hilltop acreage w/multiple building sites, cedar cleared, additional adjoining acreage available.

50 Acres: Northeast Gillespie Co. (Fredericksburg) 2,400-sf main house, 1,100-sf guesthouse, 32x22 metal workshop, medium stock tank, incredible views.

37 Acres: West Blanco Co. (Hye) 2,600-sf homestead w/30x60 barn, Towhead Creek, medium-sized tank. Turn-key recreational retreat with furnished home, tractor, feeders, etc.

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Aldrich-Thomas Group www.aldrich-thomas.com

254 773-4901 Deer Creek Ranch - Troy, Bell County, TX 50.758 ac. on Deer Creek Rd. Rolling terrain w/ creek frontage surrounded by trees & a stock tank. $175,000 Little River Land - Academy, Bell County, TX 58.3 acres on Stag Road. Wooded with lots of river frontage. Will divide. $660,000 Cedar Creek Homesite – Temple, Bell County, TX 20.38 acres on Cedar Creek in NW Temple. Frontage on Airport Trail and Cedar Creek Rd. Live water, great building sites. $7,500/acre 10 to 16-Acre Homesites – Temple, Bell Co., TX On Water Supply Road & Hwy 36 near Lake Belton.

Tree-lined wet-weather creek, great building sites. $58,500 to $89,500 10 to 12-Acre Homesites – Troy, Bell County, TX Beautiful rolling terrain, restrictions in place to ensure value. $5,000/acre

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 36 ac. 1/4 windmill well, blind, 2 feeders. $49,950 50 ac. 30’ travel trailer, 2 blinds, elec, shared water well, fenced 2 sides, road end, Hwy 55, whitetail, turkey. $99,950 53 ac. Shared well, blind, tripod, creek valley. $39,950 53 ac. Elec avail, shared well, stock tank. $69,000 54 ac. Travel trailer, 3 blinds, 2 feeders, shared well, heavily wooded creek valley, deer, turkey. $49,950 55 ac. Shared well, high mesa, heavily wooded creek valley, large oaks, deer, turkey. $49,950 55 ac. 1,800’ 3/2 Home, 12x24 barn, 400’ well, 5 blinds, 5 feeders, all owned minerals convey, axis, deer, turkey, elk, near Hwy 41. $299,950 64 ac. Cabin, elec, shared well, blinds, feeders. $99,950 75 ac. 3/2 home, cabin, game pens, 3,900’ barn/ stables, 2 round pens, arena, shared well, deer, turkey, Rocksprings, Hwy 41. $275,000 80 ac. 3/2 home, cabin, game pens, 3,900’ barn/ stables, 2 round pens, arena, well, fenced, deer, turkey, Rocksprings, Hwy 41. $299,950 80 ac. 3/2 home, 4 cabins, game pens, 3,900’ barn/ stables, 2 round pens, arena, well, fenced, deer, turkey, Rocksprings, Hwy 41. $379,950 80 ac. Furnished 3,000’ 3/2/2 home, 2 barns, stock pens, deer pens & chute, 4,005’ high fence, 4267’ stock fence, sub pump well, water guzzler, whitetail, turkey, axis, elk, owner terms. $599,950 81 ac. Furnished 725’ lodge, 400’ sub pump well, 5 blinds, West Nueces River, road 2 sides, fence 2 sides, whitetail, turkey. $179,950 88 ac. Furnished cabin, camper, container, blinds, feeders, whitetail, turkey, axis. $109,950 100 ac. Hilltop view, shared well, deer, elk. $109,950 100 ac. County rd, hilltop, deer, elk. $119,950 101 ac. Oaks, views, elk, deer. $119,950 101 ac. Oaks, shared well, elk. $139,950 101 ac. Sub pump well, windmill, deer, turkey. $149,950

102 ac. Fence, Cave Creek, views, shared well. $139,950 103 ac. Road end, fence 1 side, creek, roads, hilltop, shared well, elec avail, deer, elk. $139,950 103 ac. 2,160’ stucco 3/2 CHCA luxury home, metal roof, appliances, well, views, deer, turkey, elk, near Lake Amistad. $399,950 104 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, valley views, shared well, deer, turkey, elk. $139,950 105 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, Cave Creek, shared well, elec avail, deer, turkey, elk. $149,950 105 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, hill, big creek, shared well, elec avail, deer, turkey. $144,950 105 ac. Tank, trough, 2 blinds & feeders, wildlife pond. $169,950 105 ac. Trailer, 2 tanks/troughs, 2 blinds/feeders, elk. $179,950 109 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, shared well, deer. $149,950 111 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, shared well, turkey. $149,950 111 ac. Cabin, 4 blinds, 2 feeders, water system, elec, axis, whitetail, fallow, elk, turkey, Indian Creek. $199,950 111 ac. 1,000’ 2BR/2BA home with all furniture & appliances, 5 barns with all tools & equipment, well with tanks & troughs, 1,000-lb feeder, 2 500-lb feeders, 3 block feeders, barrel feeder & stand, 16’ stand, feeder filler & trailer, 2 Big Tex trailers, 3010 Kawasaki Mule, Polaris 4-wheeler, axis, blackbuck antelope, whitetail deer, turkey, dove, quail. $399,950 112 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, creek valley, deer, turkey, shared well $149,950 132 ac. Shared well, elec, cabin, 1,645’ perimeter fencing, road end, deer, turkey, axis. $199,950 135 ac. Shared well, hilltop concrete reservoir, road 1 side, stock fence 1 side, deer, turkey, dove, hogs. $134,950 146 ac. Fence 2 sides, 420’ water well, two 3,000-gallon tanks, 2 water troughs, 3,000-lb feeder, creek. $799,950 148 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, shared well, hilltop views, whitetail, turkey. $189,000 155 ac. Road 1 side, fence 2 sides, shared well, hilltop views, whitetail, turkey. $199,950 156 ac. Oak valley, fenced 3 sides, 540’ water well, 3,000-gallon water tank & trough, water guzzler, creek. $799,950 167 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, shared well, elec avail, axis, elk, whitetail, turkey. $219,950 176 ac. Road 1 side, fence 2 sides, hilltop views, creek valley, shared well, elec avail, whitetail, turkey. $229,950 201 ac. Road 2 sides, shared well, views, elec avail, deer, elk. $219,900 210 ac. 29’ travel trailer, 3 water tanks & troughs, 4 blinds & feeders, wildlife pond, axis, elk, deer, turkey. $299,950 213 ac. New 3,312’ 4/2.5/2 Steel framed custom home, guest house, I-10 frontage, spring creek, wildlife lakes, axis, blackbuck, fallow, sika, deer, turkey, awesome views, between Kerrville & Junction. $1,990,000 217 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, hill, big creek, roads, shared well, deer. $294,900 219 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, pinon views, shared well, elec avail, whitetail, axis, turkey. $279,950 233 ac. Concrete reservoir, shared well, road end, fenced 3 sides, creek valley, axis, deer, turkey. $299,950 234 ac. 2,450’ Devils River frontage, lodge, carport, barn, walk-in cooler, well, elec, roads, whitetail deer, turkey, dove, quail. $1,290,000 301 ac. Four water systems, 420’ water well, 540’ water well, 3,000-lb feeder, fence, oaks. $1.5 mil 339 ac. 1,900’ Devils River frontage, cabin, barn, well, elec, roads, fenced, whitetail, turkey, dove, quail. $1,290,000 490 ac. Hwy, pond, dam, elec avail, cabin, 5 blinds/ feeders, fenced, two 300’ water wells & pressure tank, big deer. $629,900 542 ac. Lodge, end of road, fenced 3 sides, elec, 3,000-gallon water tank, big oaks. $1,200,000

573 ac. 4,350’ Devils River frontage, lodge, carport, cabin, barns, 2 wells, elec, fencing, roads, whitetail, turkey, dove, quail, $1,990,000 710 ac. Luxury 1,900’ 4/2 home, lodge, 4 cabins, 4 barns, pool, tennis courts, feed silo & auger, whitetail, elk, axis, fallow, blackbuck antelope, oryx, aoudad, turkey, dove, 2,200’ airstrip. $2.95 mil 720 ac. Hwy frontage, oak hilltop views, deer, turkey. $1,220,000 742 ac. 1,276’ 3/2 home, 2,400’ barn & bunkhouse, 1,256’ pole barn, container, 2 sub-pump wells, windmill well, fenced, roads, awesome views, axis, deer, turkey, elk. $1,480,000 746 ac. 3,500’ furnished lodge, 2/2 cabin, barn, container, loader, dump truck, 2 ATVs, 3 water wells, 7 blinds, 11 feeders, 200 mile views, whitetail, turkey, dove, quail, Hwy frontage, 2,000’ airstrip. $1.1 mil 800 ac. Three 3/2 lodges, well, tank, pond, oak, deer, turkey. $1,250,000 960 ac. Hwy frontage, windmill well, oak hills, deer, turkey. $1,630,000 1,100 ac. Three 3/2 lodge, well, tank, pond, oak, deer, turkey. $1,860,000 1,120 ac. Road end, windmill well, pond, deer, dove, turkey. $1,450,000 1,189 ac. 5,700’ luxury 4/2.5 home, 1,320’ lodge, 960’ manager home, 2,500’ shop, 1,100’ barn, pool, hi-fenced, aoudad, addax, axis, blackbuck, Catalina, emu, eland, elk, fallow, gemsbok, ibex, Nilgai, mouflon, Barbado, Hawaiian, Dall, Corsican, sika, scimitar horned oryx, wildebeest, whitetail, zebra, turkey, dove, quail, terms. $4,750,000 1,191 ac. Rancho La Casita: Adobe cabin, live water La Vaca Creek, large oaks, grassland & brush, whitetail, turkey, Coahuila, Mexico near Eagle Pass, Texas. $699,000 1,239 ac. 1,600’ hilltop home, bunkhouse, barn, apartment, 2 wells, fenced, hwy frontage. $2,100,000 1,390 ac. End of road, fenced 3 sides, windmill well, hilltop views, deer, elk, turkey. $1,900,000 2,000+ ac. Rancho Venado Muy Grande, Highway frt, 4BR manager’s home, guest master suite, lodge for 10 guests, lodging for wildlife guides & ranch hands, pool, home, barn, 3 wells, ponds, troughs, commercial feed equipment, game facilities, walkin cooler, ranch vehicles & ATVs, perimeter high fenced, working ranch income of approximately $150,000, top-quality whitetail, elk, turkey, dove, quail. $3,450,000 2,681 ac. Ranchos La Casita, La Agricola Y Las Mulas: Ranch headquarters, awesome live water Rio San Rodrigo, La Zanja & La Vaca creeks, huge oaks, whitetail, turkey, Coahuila, Mexico near Eagle Pass, Texas. $2,140,000 3,838 ac. Hwy frontage, three 3/2 lodges, 3 wells, 2 ponds, new roads, oak hilltop views, perimeter hifenced, whitetail, turkey, dove, quail. $6,120,000

Terry Wootan Real Estate www.terrywootanrealestate.com

325 247-5711 160 Acres – Llano County. 6 miles north of town.

Breathtaking views, pond, Reed Creek. Exceptional Ranch. $850,000 110 Acres – San Saba County. Near Richland Springs.

Excellent hunting ranch, Artesian well, approximately 1-acre lake, potential livestock and hay production in improved coastal field. $3,990/acre 2,800± Acres - Kimble CO. Recently reduced! Bear Creek, beautiful German rock home, excellent views, huntings, much much more! $3,950/acreAC Volume 48 Texas Farm&Ranch

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Quail Pro, LLC

VIP Country Properties Tina McCelvey & Assoc.

Jim Mullen

Visit www.vipcountry.net for detailed brochures and property plats.

www.TexasRanchGirl.com

979 865-9459

2,060 Acres - In the heart of the Hill Country, Bandera County. Beautiful views and live creek.

624 Ranch – McMullen County. High-fenced, Nueces River frontage, lodge, great hunting and fishing.

2,160 Acres – Webb County. High-fenced, Spanish style lodge, enhanced genetics, just North of the famous Callahan Ranch, incredible hunting.

Palo Blanco Creek Ranch – Zavala Co. High-fenced, deer breeder operation, 200 B&C whitetail deer.

956 Acres – Zavala County. 9 miles N of Big Wells, high-fenced, 2 Carrizo wells, red soil, tons of game.

700 to 900 Acres – Near Cotulla. High-fenced on 3 sides, part of a bigger hunting ranch that has been well managed, lodge.

50 Acres – Frio County. Beautiful lodge-style cedar home, near Dilley, TX.

210 260-4946 4,000 Acres in Kinney Co., Texas with both sides of Pinto Creek. Located west of Brackettville, this high-fenced ranch has deep soils, very little rock and excellent wildlife habitat. Several accommodations offer the opportunity to entertain guests or commercially hunt this quality ranch. For more information, please call Jim Mullen, licensed real estate broker at 210 260-4946.

Round Top Real Estate 979 249-5732 Round Top: 136 Nassau Rd. - Comfortable 3/2 house on 3 acres. 4,640 sq. ft. $295,000 Round Top: 2/1 house on 10 heavily wooded acres on Andreas Rd. $184,875 Ledbetter: 29.5 heavily wooded ac on Turkey Creek Rd. Well & electric already on property. $195,000 Waldeck: Near Round Top - 42+ acres, heavily wooded with a nice pond. $360,000 Round Top: 16+ rolling acres, views, 2 ponds.

Commercial potential. $245,000 Round Top: 12.6 ac, seasonal creek, slight roll, 3 miles from the square. $149,000 Round Top: 6+ heavily wooded ac., just off Round Top Rd. and 2 miles from the square. $110,000 Round Top: 188 acres with towering oaks and two ranch-style houses. $1,249,000 Carmine: 28 acres with a 3/2 brick home (needs updating), over half of acreage in city limits.$395,000 Round Top: 35 acres, pond, creek, 4/3.5 house, 2 guesthouses and barn. $1,700,000 Burton: Century Farms Rd., 101+ acres, 3/2 house, views, seasonal creek. $1,095,000 Shelby: Own your own town! 7 buildings on 4 acres, Commercial opportunities. $725,000 Rosanky: Peach Creek Rd., 21.84 acres, heavily wooded, wildlife evaluation in place. $137,573 Round Top: Albers Rd., 41+ acres, open with scattered trees and a nice pond. $329,920 Round Top: “The Belle,” 15.44 acres, 4/4.5 home, B&B potential. $1,295,000

Lee, Lee & Puckitt Associates, Inc. www.llptexasranchland.com

325 655-6989 10,474 Ac. S. Clarendon, TX – Whitetail & mule deer, quail, turkey plus almost 2,500 acres of improved grass under pivots. The stocking rate is exceptional using the pivots. Super nice ranch home & more!

1,080 Ac. Choctaw Co. OK – Superior cattle ranch, runs 300+ cows. 3,800-sf home, 14+ tanks, spring-fed creeks, numerous pastures, rolling grass-covered hills, barn, steel corrals, hydraulic chute, scales, produces lots of hay.

984 Ac. Cottonwood Creek Stock Farm – Jones Co. TX – 10 tanks, pasture & cult, steel corrals, excellent cattle place, great fences & awesome bird hunting, some deer.

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Prime Commercial Acreage: 5 ac. on I-10 frontage road just west of U.S. 77, 450± ft. road frontage, additional 30 acres available. $490,050. ($2.25/ square feet) Rim Fire IV 46± ac, Austin Co, Rolling terrain, dense woods consisting of tall hardwoods, sandy soil, long road frontage. $10,500 per acre Legacy Oaks 25.3 ac, Austin Co, clusters of large live oaks, grassy meadow, sandy soil. $18,000 per acre Legacy Oaks II 24.3 ac, Austin Co, sandy soil, gentle roll, scattered trees. $18,000 per acre Sky View Farm 1.9 acres, Austin County, 5-story contemporary home w/3BR/3.5BA, large live oaks, creek, pond access. $267,000 SEE OUR AD IN THIS ISSUE FOR: Lost River Ranch 158 ac, Austin Co., $1,995,000 Hester Hill 39 ac, Washington Co., $1,475,000 Live Oak Bend 18.9 ac, Austin Co., $840,000 Cross Roads Farm 88+/- ac, Austin Co., $795,000 Red Roof Ranch 13.9 ac, Austin Co., $749,500 Whispering Oaks Estate 10 ac, Austin Co., $695,000 ValleyView Farm 121 ac, Washington County, $8,000 per acre.

Greenvine Vista II 20-53 ac, Washington Co., $10,000/ac

KBR Properties, LLC Katinka Ralton, Broker www.newbremanreserve.com www.kbrproperties.net View maps & pictures on website

713 443-9420 direct NEW BREMEN RESERVE COUNTRY ESTATES IN AUSTIN COUNTY: 80.52 Acres. Tract 1: 4/5.5 brick house, 4,631 sq. ft.

Ravines/seasonal creek, forests, private gated security entrance off New Bremen Road, hayfield, wildflower restoration, new wood fence, well, septic, deed restrictions and professionally maintained HOA. $1,500,000 93.96 Acres. Tract 2: Ravines/seasonal creek, new wood fence, underground electrical, 2 ponds, 2 water wells, forests, barn, wildflower restoration, gated security entrance, rolling hills, fabulous vista’s, deed restrictions and professionally maintained HOA. $1,832,220 101.89 Acres. Tract 3: Ravines/seasonal creek, new wood fence, underground electrical, wildflower restoration, rolling hills, gated security entrance, 2 ponds, forests, magnificent vista’s, deed restriction professionally maintained HOA s and . $1,834,020 93.59 Acres. Tract 4: New wood fence, rolling hills, forests, wildflower restoration, underground electrical, gated security entrance, magnificant vistas, deed restrictions and professionally maintained HOA. $2,105,775 112.16 Acres. Tract 5: Ravines/seasonal creek, pond, water well, forests, new wood fence, underground electric, gated security entrance, wildflower restoration, field restoration, rolling hills, magnificant vista’s, deed restrictions and professionally maintained HOA. $2,243,200

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Coldwell Banker Swope, Realtors Jan Speaker 1112 S. Main St., Boerne, TX 78006 www.janspeaker.com speak@texas.net

830 816-2211 office 830 537-4977 residence 210 275-4001 cell 160 AC./Sisterdale/Kendall Co. – Enjoy your own private resort! Enter through 200-year-old Spanish doors to your private courtyard setting flanked by Hill Country vistas spanning over 20 miles. This relaxing compound was created & built by Billy & Mary Canavan of Buffalo Homes, Inc. The Texas hacienda-style home w/2BR/2.5BA in the main home plus 3BR/ 2BA in the 2 adjoining casitas offer all the comforts for the buyer who enjoys entertaining.

Entertain your guests around the courtyard pool fireplace or on the screened-in porch. Either side of the home offers great views. Centrally located between Sisterdale, Comfort, Boerne & Luckenbach & offers breathtaking views of neighboring ranches.

Meander along a country lane stopping only for sheep & cattle from the surrounding homesteaded ranches to this secluded paradise. High game fencing provides secure habitat for wildlife to be enjoyed.

Old ranch roads lead to multiple views and the opportunity for future development. $4,500,000 134 AC./Kendall Co. - Beautiful gently rolling, oak covered acreage with some good deep soil. One 34-40 ac coastal field cross-fenced, plus one smaller terraced field. Easy access into San Antonio, Hwy 281, IH-10 or Boerne. $1,274,900 13.5 AC./Kendall Co. – 37 Dodge Rd. – Wonderful & immaculate 3BR/3.5BA home by Trinity Builders minutes from IH-10 off Upper Balcones Rd. Beautiful wood floors, formal dining & breakfast area, floorto-ceiling windows, master down. Wide veranda porches, panoramic views, ag exempt. Large barn/ workshop. Boerne schools. $698,000

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