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TEXAS SELECTS

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12 v Indian Hot Springs Ranch

5 v Broker Index 6 v Property Index & Map

Listed by Hood Real Estate Company

14 v 4 Aces Ranch Listed by Hood Real Estate Company

20 v East Texas Paradise Listed by Steve Grant Real Estate

CLASSIFIEDS 93 v Additional Properties in the Marketplace

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5 Star Country Properties .......81 Adkins & Associates ................50 Allie Beth Allman & Associates ...........................85 Amelia Bullock Realtors ..........91 Aztec Realty Co..........................68 Bacon & Ranch Investments ...68 Beach Properties........................56 Bill Johnson & Associates Real Estate ...............................86 Bownds & Associates Inc., Realtors ....................................54 Century 21 Ruple Properties ...................52 Coldwell Banker United ..........75 Double H Property Management ..........90 duPerier Real Estate, LLC .......90 Ed White Realty ........................46 Frosty Miller Ranch Realty, Inc. ..................70 Heritage Texas Country Properties ................89 Hoffman International Properties................................... 9 Hood Real Estate Company ....12 Hortenstine Ranch Company ....................83 Jacobs Properties.......................60 James L. Ahern, Jr., Ranch Broker ..........................32 King Land & Water ..................73

Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty ........ 27, 91 Land & Ranch Realty ..............74 LANDTX .....................................42 Lynne Tate Real Estate .............92 Mac A. Coalson..........................64 Markham Realty, Inc. ...............88 McKinnerney & Associates Real Estate ...............................76 Open Range, Inc........................82 Patrick Fowlkes, Ranch Broker ..........................77 Phyllis Browning Company ....37 Preston Carlton Real Estate Services ...............84 R.D. Kothmann Real Estate ....78 Ranch Land Co..........................72 Round Top Real Estate ............62 Smith Real Estate Services, LLC ..........................92 Southwest Land & Loan Co. ...................79 Steve Grant Real Estate............20 Strawn Realty .............................87 Tejas Properties .........................80 Texas Homestead Real Estate ...............................71 Tina McCelvey & Associates Real Estate ...............................69 United Country Real Estate....66 VIP Country Properties ...........58

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10 ............ Grimes ..............81 12 ............ Colorado ..........86 19 ............ Austin ................58 19 ............ Bexar .................40 27 ............ Fayette ...............62 33 ............ Fayette ...............63 37 ............ Travis .................75 40 ............ Washington .....86 44 ............ Fayette ...............59 51 ............ Colorado ..........58

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51 ............ Washington .....89 53 ............ Colorado ..........89 61 ............ Washington .....59 73 ............ Austin ................59 75 ............ Travis .................84 93 ............ Austin ................58 98 ............ Bastrop ..............91 102.......... Austin ................86 110 .......... Guadalupe .......81 112 .......... Austin ................89 120 ......... Medina ..............80 127 ......... Fayette ...............63 146.......... Fayette ...............62 151.......... Washington .....81 168.......... Medina ..............67 195 ......... Austin ................59 212.......... San Saba ...........44 265 ......... Karnes ...............28 293 ......... Waller ................58 300 ......... Comal................53 327 ......... Washington .....89 338 ......... Waller ................60 347 ......... Hamilton ..........66 414 .......... Milam ................34 445 ......... Medina ..............92 449 ......... Uvalde ............... 31 490 ......... Kinney...............47 746.......... Kinney...............47 930 ......... Uvalde ...............28 1,289 ...... Kinney...............79 1,305 ...... San Saba ...........70 1,785 ...... San Saba ...........76 2,008 ...... Fayette ...............68 2,310....... Uvalde ...............29 2,477 ...... Kinney...............35 2,656 ...... Uvalde ...............43 2,693 ...... Kinney...............71 2,800 ...... Kinney...............36 3,165 ...... Menard .............70 4,300 ...... Milam ................33 8,450 ...... Uvalde ...............44

High Plains

155 ......... Donley...............66

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2 .............. Real ....................74 10 ............ Blanco ............... 41 33 ............ Real ....................55 35 ............ Bandera.............28 44 ............ Gillespie ............30 44 ............ Gillespie ............40 46 ............ Bandera.............54 49 ............ Kendall.............. 41 53 ............ Hays...................51 64 ............ Kendall..............56 69 ............ Real ....................67 74 ............ Bandera.............54 75 ............ Kendall.............. 31 77 ............ Bandera.............55 80 ............ Real ....................47 82 ............ Bandera.............55 83 ............ Kendall..............45 99 ............ Gillespie ............ 41 100.......... Edwards............47 101 .......... Edwards............47 102.......... Kendall.............. 31 105.......... Kendall..............57 111 .......... Bandera.............54 120 ......... Kerr....................18 126 ......... Bandera.............55 133 ......... Edwards............74 135 ......... Edwards............47 139 ......... Kerr....................90 145.......... Hays...................50 146.......... Edwards............47 148.......... Gillespie ............16 150 ......... Hays...................44 156 ......... Edwards............47 161 .......... Bandera.............40 193 ......... Hays...................42 196 ......... Kendall..............56 197 ......... Blanco ...............28 224 ......... Burnet ...............68 245 ......... Blanco ...............75 262 ......... Edwards............47 269 ......... Edwards............47 301.......... Edwards............47 305 ......... Burnet ...............17

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319 .......... Bandera.............52 360 ......... Bandera.............74 380 ......... Hays...................51 397 ......... Edwards............47 536 ......... Gillespie ............43 626 ......... Blanco ...............45 633 ......... Bandera.............71 705 ......... Kimble ..............78 710 .......... Edwards............47 742.......... Edwards............48 754 ......... Real ....................15 793 ......... Kimble ..............34 796 ......... Kendall..............45 818 .......... Burnet ...............68 818 .......... Lampases..........68 850 ......... Kendall..............56 850 ......... Real ....................74 896 ......... Edwards............46 932 ......... Llano .................34 940 ......... Blanco ...............42 957 ......... Llano .................52 979 ......... Edwards............47 997 ......... Blanco ...............43 1,206 ...... Gillespie ............37 1,581 ...... Burnet ...............68 1,581 ...... Lampases..........68 1,800 ...... Edwards............80 2,700 ...... Kendall..............39 2,903 ...... Mason ...............30 3,034 ...... Burnet ...............70 3,100 ...... Gillespie ............42 4,300 ...... Llano .................38 5,444 ...... Edwards............27 8,615 ...... Edwards............53 17,847 .... Kerr....................14

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100.......... Denton ..............85 106.......... Hunt ..................24 196 ......... Parker ................64 310 .......... Hood .................83 403 ......... Parker ................65 530 ......... Ellis ....................87 1,200 ...... Navarro ............... 9 2,905 ...... Johnson ............83 3,500 ...... Parker ................65

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10 ............ Henderson .......23 11 ............ Henderson .......25 15 ............ Van Zandt.........24 27 ............ Van Zandt.........66 35 ............ Smith .................25 75 ............ Van Zandt.........25 100.......... Henderson .......23 112 .......... Henderson .......24 112 .......... Henderson .......22 140.......... Camp .................83 156 ......... Henderson .......24 184.......... Henderson .......26 206 ......... Van Zandt.........20 215.......... Anderson ..........26 245 ......... Henderson .......25 278 ......... Van Zandt.........22 284 ......... Anderson ..........23

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297 ......... Wood.................26 854 ......... Camp .................83 1,043 ...... Henderson .......26 2,545 ...... Henderson .......67

Northwest

300 ......... Taylor ................47 937 ......... Eastland ............64 1,067 ...... Montague .........76 1,700 ...... Comanche ........32 4,000 ...... Comanche ........32 14,000 .... Shackelford ......65

South

38 ............ Cameron ...........92 40 ............ Victoria..............88 403 ......... Atascosa ............52 506 ......... Calhoun ............81 512.......... Jim Wells ..........27 600 ......... Dimmit..............53 867 ......... Kenedy ..............29 892 ......... La Salle..............53 912 .......... Frio ....................30 945 ......... Jim Wells ..........67 956 ......... Zavala ................35 1,034 ...... Calhoun ............29 1,063 ...... Cameron ........... 31 1,085 ...... Jim Wells ..........27 1,280 ...... Brooks ...............29 1,805 ...... Zavala ................69 2,500 ...... McMullen .........69 3,000 ...... Maverick ...........52 4,648 ...... Maverick ...........27

Southeast

3 .............. Walker...............88 41 ............ Chambers .........90 43 ............ Walker...............88 51 ............ Walker...............88 61 ............ Walker...............60 100.......... Chambers .........75 235 ......... Wharton ...........16 481.......... Walker...............86 485 ......... Walker...............60 900 ......... Montgomery ....61

West

339 ......... Val Verde ..........48 640 ......... Presidio .............73 700 ......... Jeff Davis...........73 1,127 ...... Tom Green .......22 3,684 ...... Presidio .............72 3,900 ...... Jeff Davis...........73 5,000 ...... Crockett ............66 6,400 ...... Hudspeth .........12 7,011 ....... Jeff Davis...........82 17,000 .... Val Verde ..........73 19,680.... Jeff Davis...........91 20,601 .... Presidio .............77

Outside the Region Mexico 1,191 ....... Municipio de Zaragoza .....46 2,681 ...... Municipio de Zaragoza .....46

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

METROPLEX 6 6 48 85 65 104 100 50 49 126 101 67 103 105 127 82 83 86 102 84 64

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

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

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This is a rare opportunity to own one of the great Texas ranches. Only an hour from the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, this showplace ranch offers 1,200 acres and a magnificent lifestyle. Setting the stage for the majestic scope of this property, the electric entrance gates open to a mile-long, newly blacktopped drive that winds past the 150-acre private lake on its way to the ranch headquarters. At the heart of the property, a stunning custom mansion sits high atop the hill with amazing views of the ranch from all rooms. Encompassing approximately 8,800 square feet of luxury space under roof, this residence—with its large rooms, high ceilings and wonderful flow—was designed for Texas-sized entertaining!

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There is a dramatic two-story entry, a two-story great room overlooking the lake, formal living and dining rooms, a unique four-level pool with 100-foot lap lanes, two master suites down with his and her baths, vanities and walk-in closets, an upstairs billiards/trophy room loft, a guest suite and a total of four wood-burning fireplaces. A fantastic country kitchen has an indoor grill and two-story breakfast rotunda. There are two additional homes, each with three bedrooms, providing additional accommodations for guests or staff.

The equestrian complex consists of an 11-stall show barn with office and bath, 140-foot covered riding arena, outdoor arena, round pen, sixhorse hot walker, two hay barns and excellent coastal pastures. Cattle working pens, 13 tanks/ponds with fish and a heliport round out the special features, making this one of the finest ranch opportunities available on the market today.

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agent Vanessa Andrews for more information or a private showing. The ranch is offered at $3,900,000. Furnishings are negotiable. v

This property is listed by Vanessa Andrews with Hoffman International Properties, 972 816-3014 Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; 859 523-2812 Lexington, KY; Vanessa@UltimateRanches.com.

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Hot Springs Ranch Indian

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n Texas, many secret places long thought forgotten to the pages of history lie open and waiting for the curious, the ambitious and,

often times, the adventurous. These unique venues not only invite visitors with their breathtaking landscapes and wealth of amenities, but also with elements significantly less tangible. Beyond the modern luxuries, the native Indian folktales weave a greater magic, a sense that the spirit of the land—and the window to history itself—still survives. Stories passed down through generations of historic battles and magic healing waters stir the imagination, invoke a sense of adventure and welcome all who find their way to Indian Hot Springs Ranch.

Sited between Ft. Davis and El Paso, just a short distance from the world-famous waters of the fabulous Rio Grande, Indian Hot Springs Ranch is a ranch without equal. Nestled in a small valley formed by the Rio Grande’s cut through the Quitman Mountains in Hudspeth County, the ranch is rich in history, easily accessible and almost completely surrounded by the majestic mountain range. This prime mountainside locale offers a combination of serene and restful beauty in an invigorating, smog-free valley of the Rio Grande, remote from the hustle and bustle of big-city pollution—a perfect place to call home.

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include: Soda Spring, a cold spring, lies on the northernmost end of the ranch; Beauty or Horse Trough Spring lies north of the hotel building near the entrance; Chief Spring, the largest spring, is pumped into the bathhouse; Squaw Spring was used by Indian women; Dynamite Spring was dynamited in the 1970s in an attempt to increase the flow; Stump From behind the Indian Hot Springs Hotel, Spring is used in the wading pools; Mexican the mountains of Mexico rise from the horizon

Spring was used for many years by people

in a stunning natural backdrop mirrored in the crossing the nearby Rio Grande; and Masons natural native elements showcased through or Fishing Hole Spring is the farthest east of the handcrafted architecture. Originally the springs. In addition to the springs, two constructed in the 1920s and partially

wells supply fresh water to the ranch along

restored in recent years, the masonry hotel is with Rio Grande water rights for two large within a stone’s throw of the Rio Grande and duck ponds. once connected to the small quaint Mexican

Though no minerals are available, the ranch

village of Ojo Caliente on the Mexican side

offers a wealth of native vegetation and wildlife.

of the river via a swinging bridge. Electricity The diverse foliage includes plenty of salt cedar, the prime Rio Grande locale, the area of Indian is provided by Rio Grande Electric Coop and mesquite and cacti, along with many varieties Hot Springs Ranch has long been coveted not Dell Telephone currently serves the ranch of grasses and shrubs that provide wonderful just for its physical amenities, but the spirit with fiber optic cable buried and ready to cover for the plentiful game that call Indian of its springs. From generals who led Buffalo be powered. In addition to the two homes, Hot Spring Ranch home. Aoudad, javelina, Soldiers across the valley to modern doctors of the ranch also affords two adjacent duplex mule deer, bobwhite quail and dove roam the El Paso interested in their healing properties, apartments and a private cantina (saloon) for

ranch, and a wide variety of migratory birds the mystery of the ranch’s waters has inspired

guests to enjoy and relax amidst the beauty of

use the ponds as they traverse the West Texas many to invest in this area and discover the truth

the Rio Grande Valley.

flyway. This well-maintained ranch has been behind the legend. This unique opportunity

Featuring 6,400 breathtaking acres and an elevation of over 3,000 feet, the Indian Hot

slightly hunted.

Even with the majestic beauty of the distant

Springs Ranch is more than just a place to see, mountains, the plethora of native wildlife and

allows you to discover the beauty—and perhaps the mystery—of Indian Hot Springs Ranch.

Offered for $4,950,000.

but a place to experience. At the hotel spa, one will find picturesque landscapes, intriguing historical sites and naturally heated waters that flow throughout the property. When the first white explorers came to this part of the valley of the Rio Grande, they found stone troughs that were hand-dug by prehistoric people. These troughs, strategically located around the warm springs, provided both access and enjoyment of the therapeutic waters. Later, the Indians made use of the natural stone “bathtubs” for bathing in the waters and considered them to be enchanted liquids capable of miraculous healings. For centuries, Indian warriors came to recover from their battles and rest up from their forays across both sides of the border.

Centuries later, many visitors over the years have written testaments to the hot springs’ soothing, calming and even healing effects while they were guests at the ranch.

Ranging between 117°F and 81°F, the eight springs that give Indian Hot Springs Ranch

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4 Aces Ranch

17,847Âą-Acres

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he 4 Aces Ranch is a beautifully managed, fully operational wildlife preserve on 17,847Âą

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.

Seven miles of Live Oak Creek are fully selfcontained on the ranch, running north to south through the middle of the property, behind the ranch headquarters. The property is loaded with private water, streams, springs, wells and windmills and is a private game park paradise.

The main residence at the ranch headquarters is a five-bedroom, four-bath ranch house with a huge entertaining patio, finished in native limestone, overlooking several of the

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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.

4 Aces is a recreational paradise on the western boundary of prime Texas Hill Country.

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 land’s integrity. Throughout the project, long-buried, old homesteads were uncovered, dinosaur tracks discovered and early American cave art found, and there is still more to be explored and unearthed in 50 Indian mounds and countless caves. Miles and miles of paved and improved roads facilitate an extensive range of access to many corners of the property, although the entire property has only been seen from the air in helicopter passes. The entire perimeter of the ranch is completely high-fenced with close to 50 miles of state-of-the-art game fence.

The ranch is a beautifully parked, rugged sanctuary, and the owner, along with a wildlife biologist, has created a highly efficient wildlife game park with high-quality habitat and well-managed native and exotic wildlife populations, including axis, scimitar-horned oryx, red sheep and red stag, eland, zebras, black buck, Catalina goats, aoudad, gemsbok, fallow deer, Corsican sheep and turkey. A multitude of outbuilding and support structures facilitate the full function of the property, including a massive hay barn, several large covered shops to house equipment and complete metal fabrications. 15 spring-fed water wells provide natural observation points and 14-ton bulk protein feeders are appropriately placed throughout the property, with hunting blinds and strategically placed game towers.

Roughly one mile from ranch headquarters, a three-bedroom hunting cabin is comfortably situated in a shady, live oak grove. The big, gracious back patio is set with a fire pit and rocking chairs, and the retreat provides a welcome midday respite or trophy camp for special guests.

Don’t miss this incredible game ranch opportunity with an amazing price of only $3,250 per acre.

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Texas Hill Country v Real County 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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Clayton Ranch

148± Acres

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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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With lush native grasses, majestic live and post oak trees, the 85±-acre Rutledge Ranch makes a convenient location only 45 minutes from Katy or Sugar Land, Texas. This ranch fronts on FM 102 only 16 miles north of Wharton. Improvements include a set of working pens, a dog kennel and three wells, two with submersible pumps. The gentle rolling terrain with pastures is dotted with three stocked tanks. 75± acres are planted with Jiggs grass. The large barn overlooks a scenic 8-acre lake with peer, which is stocked with catfish, bass and white perch. The three-story barn features six bedrooms, two baths, a game room, large kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a dining area. Under normal rainfall conditions, the property can be stocked with up to 35 head of mother cows. The relaxing atmosphere, improved pastures, scattered trees, tanks and lake make this an exceptionally unique property. This is a rare find in today’s world with country living so close to the big city. $595,000. Call for a private showing.

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Texas Hill Country v Burnet Co. v Spicewood

Savor the serenity and seclusion of country life on one of the best ranches in the Texas Hill Country. The Double Horn Creek Ranch is 305 acres that fronts on County Roads 404 and 402. This premier property could have multiple uses for entertaining, corporate retreats or make a superb horse facility. Potential owners can enjoy 4,000' of Double Horn Creek with an abundance of wildlife, fishing, hiking or picnicking along the banks. Gentle rolling terrain, fields, a nice pond with cypress trees and panoramic views with several building sites make this a must-see property in today’s market. 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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Turtle Creek Ranch

120Âą Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

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Come home to this premier property only 13 miles south of Kerrville, fronting on Hugo Real Road. Enter Turtle Creek Ranch through the nice gated entry and enjoy the splendor of the Texas Hill Country. Abundant wildlife and lots of beautiful trees such as post oak and live oak surround the 4,600-square-foot, five-bedroom, five-bath, five-fireplace main living quarters. This magnificent rock home has all the extras with two living areas, granite countertops and a beautiful pool with hot tub. The property also has a two-bedroom, one-bath guesthouse with a loft, fireplace and wraparound porch. Other amenities include a 1,800-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bath modular home, a six-stall horse barn, with tack room and feeding room, plus a great outdoor pavilion and bar (with guest room above)—perfect for entertaining. The property also has two water wells. This ranch has it all. Priced to sell at $1,895,000. This rare gem will not last long! Call for a private showing.

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The rolling terrain masterfully combines open areas,

native hardwoods, dogwoods and 26,000 newly planted pines that provide a haven for a plethora of wildlife, including deer, geese, hogs and others. The focal point is the remarkable, picturesque spring-fed lake. The shoreline is embraced with mature hardwoods that provide an outstanding location for private homesites surrounded by the beauty of the East Texas countryside. For the

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avid angler, a professional fish management program (established in 2006) includes largemouth and Florida bass. Stocking of feeding fish and a strict maintenance program is yielding wonderful-size fish in a healthy lake environment. A 5,000-square-foot utility building offers multiple benefits, including living quarters with kitchen, fireplace and workshop. The majestic offering is just over an hour’s drive from the Metroplex and provides a place for family fun and/or a wonderful environment to relax and reflect on the beauty of nature. Offered for $1,725,000.

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Caddo Farms

Working Ranch

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This 119+-acre ranch is just the right size for livestock. Used as a working cattle ranch, it has everything necessary, including a 4,900-squarefoot sale barn designed for small cattle sales. This barn could be converted into a residence, horse

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These 277.543± acres are just south of the Metroplex near the quaint community of Edom, known with working pens, clinic area, barn apartment for arts and crafts and good food. Caddo Farms provides ongoing blueberry and specialty berry sales and equipment shed. Also, a two-bedroom, twoand rustic and undisturbed East Texas foliage with rolling hills, effervescent springs and abundant

bath mobile home in great condition lies at the

wildlife. The property has been carefully managed, respecting the natural beauty of East Texas and

front of the property. (All portable cattle panels

nurturing the delicate balance of a “working farm” and nature preserve. The land has a gradual roll

are reserved from sale.) The flat to rolling terrain

with sandy loam soil and mature trees. The most interesting feature, a 23±-acre lake site fed is by a free- is fenced and cross-fenced. The ranch is mostly flowing spring creek and has a large drainage area to create a picturesque setting for a tree-lined lake.

improved pasture, sandy loam soil, with scattered

The berry business began as a labor of love and has emerged as an efficient ongoing business that trees, six ponds, a live creek and possible lake provides annual income. Equipment, cold storage and knowledgeable staff ensure the farm continues site. Hilltops at the back of the ranch would be to provide quality berries. A traditional-style cottage provides lodging for short/long-term visits. Caddo perfect for a home—you can see for miles and Farms provides an escape from city life with many special features seldom found. $1,675,000.

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Rocky Creek Pasture features 1,126.88 acres of heavily rolling terrain, two windmills, fenced on three sides, views, mixed mesquite and cedar, stands and feeders and tons of deer,

overlook your ranch operation. $599,000.

Lomas Perdidas Ranch West Texas v Tom Green County v San Angelo

turkey, dove and quail for $1,395/acre. Turkey Pasture offers 1,026.43 acres of heavily rolling terrain with a windmill; two solar wells; a fourbedroom, one-bath hunter’s cabin; all utilities; mesquite and cedar; heavy hardwoods along the creek; tons of deer, quail, dove and turkey; and stands and feeders for $1,495 per acre.

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Just north of Athens, this majestic home sits

solar well; electric well; a seven-bedroom, two-

among the trees by a serene pond on 112+

bath lodge with three large porches; all utilities;

acres of beautiful East Texas rolling hills. The

mixed mesquite and cedar; hardwoods along Dog Creek; tons of dove, quail, deer and turkey; and stands and feeders for $1,500 per acre.

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location is prime, surrounding properties are

Majestic Country Oasis Northeast Texas Henderson County v Athens

wonderful, and it is only one and one-quarter hours from downtown Dallas. The traditionalstyle home features three big bedrooms, two and a half baths, living room, formal dining room, gourmet kitchen with breakfast room,

large laundry room, office and is immaculate in every way. The land is rolling and very scenic with a couple of lake sites, spring-fed creeks and high hills with fantastic views. It is fenced and cross-fenced, ready for cattle and hay production or just recreation. This property is convenient, very comfortable and very quiet—a must see if you want to get out of the rat race! $950,000.

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Custom-constructed three-bedroom, two-bath log home on 100 rolling acres near Athens. The property exhibits versatile traits with winding lanes under a canopy of native hardwoods and dogwoods ideal for walks and accessing the property. Open areas offer a plethora of views and places to view the abundant wildlife. Natural springs begin on the property and flow in a gentle serpentine fashion across the property. A fishing pond is just a few steps from the home and can provide hours of fishing fun. The authentic log home seems to be a natural fit for the surrounding terrain. Constructed with a penchant for detail, the spacious living area boasts tall ceilings, a stone front wood-burning fireplace and access to the spacious covered deck. Hardwood floors and a mixture of log and wood finish exude a warm comfortable feel. All bedrooms have a view of pond and wildlife viewing areas. A simple lifestyle beckons in the hills of East Texas! $715,000.

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Out near Lake Athens sits this fabulous new home, ready for the family and laid-back lifestyle everyone wants. The home was custom built with all the finest amenities, and sits on 10.235 acres, giving you plenty of room to stretch out and live comfortably. The yard is big and has shade trees, beautiful landscaping, pipe fencing, gated private entrance with a concrete driveway custom built to hold up to anything. The concrete driveway is extra wide and extra thick. The entrance features stone, pipe gate and automatic gate opener. The home features hand-scraped wood floors in the den, dining room and office, tile floors and carpet in the bedrooms. The den, dining room and kitchen are all open, finished with inviting touches. The countertops are granite. The breakfast room has a special ceiling and lots of windows overlooking the backyard, which is plenty big for a pool!

The master suite has been planned to perfection with a huge bath, Jacuzzi tub, separate walk-in tile shower, double vanities and a big walk-in closet. There are too many details to list. You have to see this home to appreciate it. This property is deed restricted and cannot be subdivided. $499,000.

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Sitting on a peaceful bluff under a natural canopy of native hardwoods overlooking a spring-fed creek which flows effervescently through the property, this is one of the most unique offerings in East Texas. This authentic three-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath log home offers a warm feel amidst quality appointments with a penchant for detail. The 20' by 30' living area with wood-burning fireplace with open ceiling exposes the impressive log beams and is ideal for entertaining. The east end of the living area is all glass and overlooks the massive wood deck and nature area. The formal dining area is just off the country-style kitchen which boast a Wolf gas range/oven. Upstairs has two bedrooms with two private baths and a separate sitting area with library. A one-bedroom, one-bath guest cottage with kitchen is adjacent to the main home.

Professionally landscaped, hand-laid stone walkways and the natural beauty of hardwoods, holleys and dogwoods create an unforgettable setting for a lifetime or just a weekend. $465,000.

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Located on a high bluff above a picturesque bend of the Trinity River, these 283.9 acres are rich in history, East Texas beauty and bountiful wildlife. Natural springs emerge from sand hills and flow freely throughout the property. Highly improved coastal Bermuda pastures and meadows surround multiple ponds and possible lake sites. The 20+-mile views make for perfect homesites. $1,136,000.

East Texas Garden Spot Northeast Texas Henderson County v Athens

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Without question, this is one of the most wellbuilt homes in Henderson County. Built with attention to detail, the home offers ceramic tile floors throughout, marble tile in the master bath, all exterior framing (2' by 6'), some interior wall framing (2' by 6'), insulated interior and exterior

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walls, radiant barrier roof decking, Low-E wood

Northeast Texas v Henderson County v Athens

windows with aluminum painted clad exterior, casement windows in great room, Low-E wood

aluminum clad doors to patio, 14' ceiling with approximately 18'' stacked crown molding, 12' ceiling in gathering room with approximately 16'' stacked crown molding, master suite with 12' ceiling and approximately 16'' crown molding, custom oak cabinets in the kitchen with 160-degree hinges, a walkin pantry, crown molding in every room, all ceiling beams with laminated solid wood, barrel ceiling in gathering room and master suite, 5.5'' baseboards capped with 1'' panel molding throughout house, door access to porch and patio from every room that abuts them, fascia and soffit Hardie board (cement board that resists weathering and will not burn) and all interior doors and windows with fluted trim with wood turned nosettes. These 111.5 acres offer hilltop views, rolling grass, hills and valleys, a small bass lake, two ponds, long road frontage, board fence and pipe entry, a paved drive lined with live oaks, nice shop/equipment barn, huge shade trees, quiet area with wildlife and yard with sprinkler system. $1,200,000.

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Pecan Creek Ranch Northeast Texas v Hunt County v Ladonia

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This custom-designed home on 156 acres near Athens is surrounded by rolling hills. This

These 105.56Âą acres of unbelievable habitat for fabulous property offers privacy and solitude only minutes from the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex. ducks, deer and other wildlife is located just Mostly wooded with native hardwoods, this property features a two-bedroom, two- and onenorth of Commerce, Texas, near Cooper Lake. half-bath, comfortable contemporary home with a covered porch and open floor plan. This Pecan Creek Ranch is the perfect location for the property is a haven for wildlife and includes seven ponds, open meadows and underground avid sportsman or nature lover. Professionally utilities. Discover the best-kept secret in Texas! $1,295,000. designed to be a duck habitat, this property offers a diversity of hunting, fishing and scenic wildlife beauty. A quaint, rustic two-bedroom, one-bath cabin provides a place to rest or enjoy the north Texas scenery. A good road system transverses on the dams of various ponds and 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. Price reduced to $298,500.

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Elegance, quality and a much sought-after lifestyle come together on 15 beautiful acres to provide a unique home only a short drive from the Metroplex. Guests are greeted by an impressive formal living area with hardwood floors and a wood-burning fireplace. Family can enjoy a intimate gathering in the downstairs den and upstairs game room with wet bar, bath and bonus room. The four-bedroom, five- and

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many built-ins. The surroundings combine mature native East Texas foliage, rolling sloping terrain and open meadows and are rich in wildlife. The estate is a short distance from the Metroplex, yet very accessible while offering a peaceful and tranquil lifestyle. $749,500.

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On 75 gorgeous acres near Canton, Texas, this is a unique and diverse property for a family getaway This is an East Texas treasure for the equestrian or corporate retreat. Two residences with a combination of eight bedrooms and six baths provide a minded. This completely restored, traditionalcasual lifestyle. The lodge has a massive living area with an antique wet bar, wood-burning fireplace, style, four-bedroom, two-bath home offers sauna and screened-in porch. The living area contains a pool and card tables, pinball machine and comfort and quality while overlooking the indoor shuffleboard. The main home has three bedrooms, two baths, a sunken living area with two rolling East Texas countryside. The 35.143 wood-burning fireplaces and overlooks an 8-acre lake with boathouse. This home is move-in ready

acres have been converted to offer the horse

with most of the furnishings to remain with the sale. Other features include an in-ground pool with

lover 16 pipe paddocks with loafing sheds

slide, sports court and tennis court. Offering a barn and cattle working area, the property has a

with water to each site, as well as working gentle roll to it and four scattered ponds that provide watering holes for livestock. Just north of I-20, pens. Meticulously placed and designed for a between Wills Point and Canton, this property is a short drive from the Metroplex. $985,000. complete equestrian operation, a 10-stall horse barn and equipment storage are provided—all the support facilities a rancher needs. The main home boasts an updated kitchen with granite countertops, center work isle and Sub-Zero refrigerator. Two wood-burning fireplaces and a pool offer a great place to relax and entertain. Only the finest fixtures and amenities are found in this comfortable home.

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A shop, workout building and worker’s home

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Located near Athens, these 245.01 acres offer a quaint three-bedroom, two-bath frame farmhouse

Star Park and Louisiana Downs, this property

with a wood-burning fireplace, rolling terrain, an approximately 5-acre lake, a live creek, six ponds

is a must to see for the passionate horse lover!

and improved pasture. Kickapoo Ranch provides the ultimate country experience. $950,000.

Offered for $975,000.

In a gated subdivision by Lake Athens, this property will dazzle anyone with its amenities!

Set on 11.341 acres, the property has room for horses, new pipe fencing and a six-stall barn

Gentleman’s Paradise Northeast Texas v Henderson County v Athens

with tack room and wash rack. For the man in the house, there is a 25' by 40' steel building shop to house equipment or a workshop. The property has a private deep well for the house, and community water is hooked up at the barn.

The home was custom built in 2000 by a local builder for he and his wife. Some of the features are a large rock fireplace, gourmet kitchen with limestone countertops, separate office/study by the half-bath and a huge bonus room upstairs with a full bath that could serve as an exercise room or an extra bedroom suite. There are central vacuum and alarm systems, tile floors and a big laundry room with sink and room for a freezer. A split-bedroom arrangement makes it great for families, and the master suite is superb. The master bath has a Jacuzzi tub, separate large shower, tile floors and a room-size closet big enough for everybody’s clothes. These 11+ deed-restricted acres cannot be subdivided. $799,000.

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This 297-acre rustic oasis carved out of the rolling, wooded hardwoods of East Texas is only a short drive east of the Metroplex near the quaint communities of Mineola and Grand Saline. Blackberry Creek Ranch provides a unique getaway with a plethora of wildlife, quality and solitude. The focal point of Blackberry Creek is the professionally engineered approximately 22- to 25-acre tree-lined lake surrounded by mature hardwoods and beckoning the most avid angler to test their skills. Built in 2003, the 3,500-square-foot, Hill Country style main home has a metal roof, Austin stone exterior and frame construction. The three-bedroom, two-bath home boasts an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, quality amenities and a large master suite with authentic claw-foot bathtub and walk-in closet.

For the equestrian minded, there’s a three-stall horse barn with efficiency apartment. An all-weather oil sand road, underground electricity and community water are on three sides of the lake, offering the opportunity for multiple homesites or development. The property combines rolling pastures, dense hardwoods and nature trails to create a remarkable country experience. $2,100,000.

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Powder River Ranch offers a unique blend of rolling hills, majestic views, hardwoods, natural springs and lake sites. This 1,043Âą-acre property is a short drive from the Metroplex. Open areas, native hardwoods and wildlife enhance the natural beauty. For the developer, this property has access to city utilities and four roads: Highway 175, Texas Loop 7, FM 2495 and Henderson CR 4706. There are no permanent improvements on the property, giving the ultimate freedom of design and improvement placement to the owner. $3,400,000. Shown by appointment only.

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Take the scenic drive north of Palestine, Texas in the rolling countryside to the unique private entrance of this secluded 185+-acre ranch. With 70% of the land in lush, highly improved coastal pasture and 30% in native mature hardwoods, this offering is well suited 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 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 six-bedroom, four-bath home, custom-constructed in 2002, overlooking the vast Trinity River Valley. The main home offers a western casual lifestyle with

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with its huge living area, formal dining room and breakfast area. Upstairs offers a den with 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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Owned by the same family since 1960, this historic ranch has bold terrain ranging from level bottomland to gently rolling bluffs overlooking miles of the blue-green water of the wild and scenic Rio Grande. A highlight

Stone Ranch 4,648± Acres

South Texas v Maverick County v El Indio

is the 1940s hacienda-style residence with charming courtyard linked to a second home and barn. Fabulous year-round water includes the river, a 5±-mile irrigation canal, 35±-acre lake and five stocked tanks. Phenomenal wildlife includes trophy whitetail deer, turkey, javelina, hog, quail, dove plus great duck hunting and fishing. Minerals are negotiable.

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Tucked away among large, long-term family operated ranches, the Adamson Ranch is in a truly unique neighborhood and has been family owned and operated for over 70 years! Its seclusion

Chiltipin Creek Ranch

and wide-open terrain are exceptional, with rolling terrain, good pastureland and elevations from

1,086± Acres

approximately 2,106 to 2,290 feet. Improvements include a ranch house, guesthouse, garage and

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low fencing. There are three water wells, storage tanks and troughs, plus seasonal Dry Devil’s Serene South Texas sites an outstanding River. Adamson Ranch offers abundant native whitetail deer, turkey, hog, quail and dove, plus a current Managed Land Deer Permit (MLDP). Minerals are negotiable.

ranch of 60%± improved pasture in Buffel and bluegrass that would support a substantial herd of cattle or recreational quail hunting. The other 400± acres of native brush provide a diverse habit favored for large deer. Two water wells and electricity establish infrastructure for future accommodations or improvements. Chiltipin Creek provides good runoff and game cover.

Los Indios Ranch 512± Acres

South Texas v Jim Wells County v San Diego

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A great hunting and cattle ranch, Los Indios Ranch has been owned and operated by the same owner for over 13 years. San Diego Creek, a water feature that attracts abundant native wildlife of

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Approximately four miles west of Johnson City, this scenic ranch has been family owned and operated for 60+ years. Gently sloping terrain has large oak and other hardwoods and offers a great recreational getaway with cattle or horse opportunities or hunting for abundant whitetail deer, wild turkey, dove, quail, hog and free-ranging exotics. Improvements include a

Three Angels Ranch

wood-framed ranch home, unique smokehouse with walk-in cooler, storage buildings and low

197+ Acres

fencing. Municipal water is supplied to the

Central Texas v Blanco County v Johnson City

home, troughs and an earthen tank.

Medina River Retreat 35± Acres

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Live water provides year-round pleasure and activities in a private Hill Country setting. Fish, swim, kayak or just relax and enjoy the fabulous 1,800± feet of flowing Medina River. A paved county road provides easy access to the ranch, and a small A-frame home makes an ideal summer or weekend retreat with its rock fireplace, kitchen with dining bar and deck. Native wildlife

A unique offering of a 930±-acre high-fenced abounds with whitetail deer, birds and free-ranging exotics. game ranch features native whitetail deer, turkey, hog plus exotics of axis and blackbuck antelope.

Nice improvements include a handsome lodgestyle residence with wraparound porch, oversized garage plus carport and equipment shed with storage. The ranch is high-fenced on four sides plus high cross-fenced for three separate pastures.

There are three water wells, troughs plus four ponds. Income producing, it features a caliche mine averaging $51,000 per year!

San Antonio River Ranch 265± Acres

South Texas v Karnes County v Floresville

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The San Antonio River, with 1,500± feet of frontage, provides live water year-round. A water well, trough and two tanks are an invitation to abundant wildlife, including whitetail deer, turkey, dove, quail and hog. Beautiful large oak and mesquite trees are scattered throughout, plus there are large trees and diverse brush in the lush river bottom. Other improvements include low barbwire fencing and a set of pens. A great find, this ranch is only 50± miles southeast of San Antonio!

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Sweeping valleys combine with incredible views from hilltop elevations over 1,700'. Water features include the cypress-lined Sabinal River along the southeast portion of the ranch, one mile of Onion Creek and natural springs. Improvements include an extensive road system, a three-bedroom ranch home, four-bedroom guesthouse, caretaker’s housing, barns, an eight-stall horse barn and five water wells. Grand oaks and other native trees combine with diverse brush to support wildlife and superb hunting for whitetail deer, axis, blackbuck, aoudad, fallow, turkey, dove and others. Contact Al Philip.

Anchor Ranch 2,310± Acres

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Chula Vista Ranch 1,280± Acres

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South Texas v Brooks County v Falfurrias

This is a rare opportunity to purchase two sections of prime Brooks County quail habitat!

Naturally open, it has scattered mesquite and live oaks, sandy soils and all native grasses, including seacoast bluestem. It has great dove ponds, deer blinds, corn feeders, protein feeders, low fencing and large neighbors. There are three water wells, two with windmills and one with sub pump, plus a set of pipe cattle pens. Don’t miss out on this great quail hunting ranch!

Contact Grady Cage or Al Philip.

Seadrift Ranch 1,034± Acres

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Extensive shoreline of San Antonio Bay on the Gulf of Mexico is the exciting natural boundary of this coastal ranch outside Seadrift.

Matagorda Island provides a natural buffer of protection for the bay, making the land ideal for horses/livestock and recreation. An investment you can enjoy now, the ranch conveys with a master plan, with permits for building and canals, for potential future development. Near Port Lavaca, it is a 30- to 45±-minute drive from Victoria, one hour from Corpus Christi and two hours from Houston. Contact Dudley Hays.

The Ball Ranch 770± Acres

South Texas v Kenedy County v Encino

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This is part of the historic Ball Ranch between the King Ranch Encino Division and the Armstrong Ranch in Kenedy County. It is low fenced and prime habitat for quail, dove, deer, nilgai and feral hogs. There are several playa lakes that seasonally hold water, five deer blinds with corn feeders and five protein feeders. A ranch like this is a rare find! Contact Grady Cage.

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Eagle Ridge Ranch Texas Hill Country v Mason County v Mason

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Fabulous, extensive live water includes 1.7± miles of Llano River frontage, 1.7± miles of James River frontage and 2.1± miles of Mill Creek, plus there are six water wells, two small tanks and pivot irrigation within a 500-acre game trap. Eagle Ridge Ranch is home to many exotics: zebra, blackbuck, water bok, gazelle, axis and native wildlife. Its striking 5,366±-square-foot lodge with seven bedrooms, five and a half baths and porches overlooking the James River complements other substantial improvements of a garage, game processing facilities, foreman’s home, cabins, barn/ sheds, stables and cattle pens. Minerals are negotiable. Contact Robert Dullnig or Steven Bennett.

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Set within the heart of vineyard country in the Pedernales River Valley, this exquisite ranch offers something for all. Flowing South Grape Creek traverses the property, providing recreational pleasures and fishing.

A sophisticated Isaac Maxwell main home is paired with an 1800s two-story home with porches, the original homestead. Other features include a barn with quarters, well, tank, metal pens, fencing/cross-fencing, improved pastures and amazing Hill Country wildlife.

Contact Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate.

Leona River Ranch

912± Acres

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including a main residence, guesthouse, garage and high fencing, and quality wildlife make this ranch special. Three water wells include a high-volume Carrizo irrigation well with a pivot. Strip clearing enhances the quail population along with the featured improved grasses. Diverse brush and large oaks line the river, an ideal habitat for whitetail deer, turkey, quail, dove, hog and javelina. You can also enjoy seasonal duck hunting and bass fishing.

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Encompassing the finest terrain, this scenic ranch incorporates 800± acres of “Little River” bottomland, 175± acres of cultivated fields and convenience of Highway 77 and county road frontage. Income producing, it has a carrying capacity of 250± animal units. Fenced/crossfenced lands include a one-story residence, metal shop building, barn, grain bin, working pens with hydraulic chute and scales, two water wells and nine stock tanks. This ranch is also home to native deer, hog and dove.

Contact John Tarrillion.

Ferguson Ranch 1,063± Acres

Central Texas v Milam County v Cameron

Bachman Ranch 102± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Kendalia

Whitetail Ranch 75± Acres

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and its choice schools. Centermost, an exquisite two-story, five-bedroom, four- and one-half-bath This unique ranch includes an exceptional stone home captures fabulous scenic views and includes a stone fireplace, outdoor pavilion and herd of 70± protein-fed South Texas whitetail four-car garage with guest studio. Enhancements include three barns with 12 total stalls, three deer, with some bucks in the 180 to 200± water wells, fencing/cross-fencing plus entrance off paved Highway. 473. The ranch has abundant B&C class. Fine improvements enhance the native wildlife and some free-ranging exotics. Contact John Tarrillion.

recreational aspects, including a high fencedperimeter, hay barn, feeders, waterers, hunting blinds and well with two 3,000-gallon cisterns.

A stunning 4,042±-square-foot Tuscany-style, custom home with loggia, pool and spa highlights the ranch. Contact Trey Barsalou.

Harle Ranch 450± Acres

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Off Highway 83, just south of Uvalde, this well-located recreation and hunting ranch is ready to go!

The low-fenced, rolling terrain displays diverse native brush and grasses with scattered large oak trees, an ideal environment for native whitetail deer, hogs and birds. Improvements include two water wells, two tanks and a substantial cabin with screened-in porch. Contact Steven Bennett.

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Cisco Deer Ranch Northwest Texas v Comanche County v Cisco

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This beautiful 4,000-acre ranch has huge deer, a huge 60-acre lake and a year-round live creek.

This high-fenced, genetically enhanced deer and cattle operation is one of the best I have ever seen. In addition to being one and a half hours west of Dallas, it has a nice rock house, barn and office with attached bunkhouse. This ranch has several income sources including cattle, hunting and a fishing club. The ranch is offered at $16,000,000.

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lake is 40 acres. This ranch has a five-bedroom hunting lodge overlooking a lake, an owner’s house with four bedrooms and four baths and six guest cabins. The ranch also runs 250 cows and is set up and producing income every year from the deer hinting and cattle operations.

Information on the genetics of the deer herd is available and the scientific breeding program can be purchased with the ranch. This ranch is offered at $5,950,000. The neighboring 1,400acre ranch is also available.

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Little River Ranch

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Central Texas v Milam County v Cameron

This is the best and most productive ranch I have ever come across. The ranch is 4,300 acres of cow producing, hunting, farming and a recreation paradise. The ranch can run 2,000 cow/calf pairs yearly with very little expense.

At maximum capacity, the ranch has run 25,000 yearlings. If a person has the knowledge required for that kind of cattle operation, this is your dream ranch. The ranch also has a great owner’s house, guesthouse, foreman house, barns, covered receiving pens, scales, commodity bins, grain storage bins, 18 center pivot, five irrigation wells, 1,100 acre feet of pumping rights out of the Little River and all the equipment needed to run this great ranch. The ranch is offered at $16,125,000 with the 1,100 acre feet of water rights and large coal and gravel deposits.

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K-C Ranch Central Texas v Milam County v Cameron

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This beautiful 414-acre ranch operates as a registered Brahman business that actually makes money. This ranch had a net income of

$289,522 in 2008. The ranch, under Ken Stone’s management, produces winning show animals such as International, Reserve and National Champions every year. The ranch also sells semen and embryos locally and internationally. The ranch is divided into 12 pastures all with water and grazing. Improvements include a 3,500-square-foot owner’s house, three domestic water wells, irrigation well, workshop, show barn, two hay barns, equipment barn, office with apartment and a USDA-approved embryo barn. The ranch is offered at $3,000,000 and the equipment, cattle, semen and embryos are offered at $1,200,000.

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This beautiful 793-acre river ranch fronts the North Llano River and rises to spectacular elevations in the rear of the property. This ranch has convenient access off I-10 a few miles west of Junction. Large pecan trees along the river add to the rock bottom beauty of the North Llano River. The views from the hills in the back of the property over the river valley are spectacular.

The ranch is offered at $3,500,000.

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This beautiful 932-acre ranch is five minutes northeast of Llano and one hour west of Austin. The ranch has three nice lakes, a spring, electricity and water well. Lockhart Mountain is the highest elevation around and located on the property. The views from this ranch are fantastic! The ranch is offered at $5,592,000.

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This ranch has it all: frontage on Highway 90, South Texas brush, a Spanish-style hacienda and miles of gorgeous rock-bottom Pinto and West Pinto Creeks. This 2,477-acre ranch raises trophy whitetail deer, exotic animals in a highfenced enclosure, pecans and coastal hay. If these amenities were not enough, the ranch also has a well that free-flows (no pump) 500 gpm.

The ranch also has transferable water rights.

This whole package is offered at $8,100,000.

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This fantastic 956-acre ranch raises huge South Texas whitetail deer. It is high fenced, has great roads and a very nice newly remodeled ranch house. The ranch has two water wells that make 150 gpm and this water is piped to several troughs around the ranch and to several small lakes. This ranch has several different great genetic lines in its deer herd and also has 20% of the minerals.

The property is offered at $2,342,000.

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This historic 2,800-acre ranch is a water and hunting paradise. The ranch has one and a half miles of Bear Creek running through it and a threestory limestone-block house with a historic designation! The house has been totally redone with all the latest upgrades and maintained its historic integrity. This great ranch also has 1,800 acres of high-fenced pasture where trophy whitetail deer are intensely managed to produce South Texas quality in a beautiful Hill Country environment.

Bear Creek Ranch is the perfect combination of fantastic summer recreation on Bear Creek and “out of this world� deer hunting in the fall.

Access could not be more convenient as the ranch lies three miles north of I-10 on a paved FM road. Offered at $9,800,000.

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This incredible ranch in northern Gillespie County near Enchanted Rock offers breathtaking views and live water from Crabapple Creek, one of the strongest in the area. Conveniently located near Fredericksburg, this ranch would be suitable for residential, agricultural and recreational use. The diverse terrain includes rolling to steep hills along ravines, deep rocky canyons and some level areas near Crabapple Creek and in the valleys. The four-bedroom, two- and one-half-bath main house overlooks the creek. The guesthouse near the ranch entrance includes four bedrooms, two baths and a two-car attached garage. Both of these very modest homes were built in the 1980s and complement a one-bedroom, one-bath hunter’s cabin. Underground utilities have been run throughout the ranch. There are 12 water wells, some with submersible pumps and others with windmills, as well as four lakes/stock ponds, most of which are 1 to 2 acres in size. The ranch is almost entirely perimeter fenced, with some cross fencing. Throughout the ranch, there is an extensive road system with concrete crossings and improvements. George M. “Mitch” West 210 213-5402 and Todd Avery 210 260-9315.

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Historic T-Stripe Ranch

Texas Hill Country v Llano County v Llano

Since 1885, this incredible, historic 4,300-acre ranch has been a working cattle ranch enjoyed by many generations in the same family. A twostory rock house with 3,400± square feet is reached through a gated entry surrounded by four large fenced/cross-fenced pastures. The Hickory Aquifer feeds three active springs. The ranch has cattle pens, a holding pen, level to rugged terrain ranging from 500 to 1,400 feet and deer and hunting permits. A private well, septic, windmills and an electric well supply the house. There are 50 miles of roads with a large hilltop plateau, ideal for a jet landing strip. The ranch’s current manager has been in that position for 25 years and hires local cowboys to work cattle and during hunting season. George M. “Mitch” West, 210 213-5402 and David Kirkhofer, 210 260-9556.

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Central Texas v Kendall County v Boerne

Here is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own over a mile of Guadalupe River frontage less than an hour from San Antonio. This ranch has been enjoyed by four generations of the same family for over 71 years. These 680Âą acres in Kendall County offer pastures for cattle, sheep or hay production plus heavy native brush, oak trees and cedar breaks to support abundant wildlife. The diverse terrain ranges from gently sloping river bottom to deep rock ravines to typical rolling Hill Country land.

The improvements consist of a very modest home, a hunting cabin, other living quarters, three water wells and some other outbuildings used for storage and livestock production. The property is perimeter and cross-fenced. There are many great building sites for a future home, hunting lodge or weekend ranch retreat. Large river ranches like this one are not offered very often, so do not let this opportunity slip by. Marion Tillotson 210 260-7777 and Todd Avery 210 260-9315.

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Operated as a bed and breakfast/recreational

Recreational Ranch

rental on 44.4 acres in Fredericksburg,

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this property offers an ongoing business, a personal residence or the perfect recreational retreat. The original two-bedroom, one-bath house built in 1903 features a balcony and front porch. The new addition to the structure features a master bedroom and bath plus a sleeping loft, an island kitchen, dining area and great room with a huge fireplace as the focus point. Outdoors, enjoy live water, both sides of Flag Creek and abundant game. Swim or fish in the cool creek water. The property has a large in-ground pool fenced for privacy and safety. Todd Avery 210 260-9315.

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Central Texas v Bexar County v Marion

Ideal for horses or livestock, this beautiful 19-acre ranch is less than 30 miles from San Antonio.

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A custom single-story home with an inviting open floor plan features a double-sided fireplace shared by the living and family rooms. The island kitchen offers a breakfast bar and conveniently opens into the dining area. The generous master suite has access to the nice covered patio with lovely pastoral views. This property also includes pastures, a stock tank, holding pens and loading chutes. Wendy DeMario, 210 383-0508 and Todd Avery, 210 260-9315.

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This outstanding 98.6-acre property has 1,100' of deep Pedernales River frontage west of Fredericksburg. This ranch is ag exempt with 60%± of the property left in native brush and 40%± used for hay production. The original house was built in 1900 with two bedrooms,

a bath and a well. Additions include a living room with fireplace, second-floor sleeping/storage area and detached garage. A river cabin is on the banks of the Pedernales River with a windmill and well, but will need restoration. With deep live water holes running on the southwest boundary, this property attracts deer, exotics, turkey and other native wildlife. Luke Rogers, 210 313-8570 and Todd Avery, 210 260-9315.

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Featuring a wonderful weekend home on fabulous Big Joshua Creek, which is crystal clear and has a solid rock bottom with nice clear pools of water, this property consists of a little over 49 beautiful acres with lots of trees.

There is a picturesque 6 to 7-acre meadow close to the creek and terrific Hill Country views from many locations. This great recreational property also includes recently resurfaced tennis courts and a very convenient location only 40 miles from San Antonio and less than two miles from IH-10. These kinds of properties are not available very often!

George M. “Mitch” West, 210 213-5402.

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A private gate opens onto 9.9 acres with a lush field bordered by 1,600± feet of the Blanco River.

Nestled among mature oak and pecan trees are two homes. The main house sits high on a bluff with incredible views of the Blanco River. The guesthouse is a two-bedroom, one-bath smaller house. The large (48' by 80') barn has more than ample room for toys or horses. Wildlife such as turkey, whitetail and free-ranging exotics complete the scene. Timo Hixon, 210 863-2255.

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Redstone Ranch

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Texas Hill Country Blanco & Gillespie Counties v Stonewall

Comprising 3,100 fabulous acres on the Pedernales River near Stonewall, Redstone Ranch features a huge 14,000+-square-foot, classic red granite stone residential compound. Once part of the LBJ Ranch, this exquisite showplace-type ranch includes several strong springs, cedarfree oak forests, sweeping vistas and productive fields/pastures. Literally teeming with deer, antelope and other wildlife, the ranch conveys with valuable adjudicated water rights to pump from the river, artesian wells and solid infrastructure. $7,950 per acre.

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A 193-acre showplace on South Onion Creek only six miles southwest of Dripping Springs, Mt. Gainor Farm includes parklike pecan bottoms, clean fields, headquarters, canyons and long paved road frontage. $3,550,000.

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Winkler Vista is 940 acres of fertile grasslands backed by towering hills with amazing views to the south overlooking the Pedernales Valley.

Only 45 minutes from Austin, this parcel can

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be split into three tracts at the area’s best prices. $6,850 per acre.

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Pedernales Springs is 997 acres of wonderful, gently rolling live oak forest, bordering the prized Pedernales River for one and a quarter miles, in the tightly held area of LBJ Park. This historic site features large springs gushing forth from south-facing hillsides, creating bizarre upland pecan and walnut groves. These springs were channeled into irrigation ditches a century ago and today represent an opportunity for sustaining orchards, fields, pastures or vineyards. This is one of the prettiest ranches from top to bottom we have seen and is offered for first time in many decades. $9,250 per acre.

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Pecan Waterhole Ranch is 2,656 acres near Concan with awesome long, deep swimming hole beneath limestone cliffs, surrounded by lush pecan bottom. Wide valleys, high hills and perfect tree cover complete the package. $1,750 per acre.

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Indian Spring is 536 acres of exotic granite formations, strong spring creeks, distant vistas and pure, endless fascination on a quiet, paved country road only 17 miles from sizzling Fredericksburg. $6,950 per acre.

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19 Mile Crossing Ranch Central Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

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Between Uvalde and Rocksprings, 19 Mile Crossing Ranch offers 8,450 acres on the pristine, clear Nueces River with classic transition

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Ragsdale Ranch offers 150 acres of smooth, manicured oaks on the banks of Onion Creek in the shadow of Austin. The site includes wooded canyons, pecan/oak bottom and fertile soil on paved highway. $14,750 per acre.

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Just north of Llano, the 212-acre Spunky Lake Ranch is packed with variety and appeal, including a gorgeous lake situated in the center of a picture-perfect valley surrounded by cliffy mountains. $1,100,000.

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Petersen Ranch and Diamond D Ranch are two adjoining ranches totaling 960 acres of

exquisitely diverse, wildly pristine mountains, spring-fed canyons, fabulous lakes with superb location on pavement and topped off by a 4,000-squarefoot, way-cool Mediterranean/Hill Country home. Also included is a half-mile of both sides of the hard-flowing Blanco River, strong spring creeks, clean bottomland fields and distant vistas. Nothing in the area compares; this is an outdoor-oriented family’s dream place. $9,700,000.

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Only 45 minutes west of Austin on pavement, Cottonwood Creek offers 626 acres of scattered live oaks and distant vistas, with major league live water on Cottonwood Creek and Pedernales River. $10,750 per acre.

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Premium Reserve is a smooth, highly visible 83-acre tract bisected by strong-flowing North Creek just north of I-10 near charming Comfort, Texas. Lakes, clean fields, old oaks and sensible restrictions enhance the value. $2,000,000.

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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 onehalf 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

La Casita, La Agricola Y Las Mulas Mexico v Coahuila v Municipio de Zaragoza v El Remolino

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, manager’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. The ranch ranges from beautiful grassland to brush country to large magnificent live oaks and sycamores on the strong waterways flowing through the ranch making it an excellent habitat for area whitetail deer, turkey and dove (La Agricola Y Las Mulas). These are incredibly low cost live water ranches.

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La Casita

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Only 19 miles southwest of Rocksprings at county road end with controlled access to an excellent private road system, this wildlife and cattle ranch with elevations of 2,000' to 2,220' features a lodge

with stove and refrigerator, walk-in cooler, windmill water well with troughs, five blinds and feeders.

This wildlife sanctuary is comprised of scenic hills with heavily wooded valleys of piĂąon pine, live oak, shin oak, Spanish oak, blue oak, black walnut, some cedar, persimmon, grama, buffalo and bluestem grasses, creating excellent habitat for populations of whitetail deer, turkey, dove, quail

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and over 20 elk. The ranch is perimeter fenced with approximately five miles of excellent high fence and has been under wildlife management for 13 years with an ongoing cedar control program.

Some minerals are available. The ranch is only minutes to a boat ramp on Lake Amistad.

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

and heavy live oak, shin oak and pi単on pine cover. Seasonal Indian Creek attracts axis, elk, fallow, whitetail, turkey, feral hog, dove and quail. There are shared wells, a 2,200-foot airstrip and electric service by Pedernales Electric Co-op.

100 acres Fence 1 side, 10x30 deck, 550-gallon water tank, elec, axis, elk

$190,000

Trophy Deer Ranch

101 acres 500' 2/1 lodge, elec, water, '99 Polaris, 4 blinds, 3 tripods, 3 feeders, axis, elk $149,950 135 acres Water trough, elec service meter, deer, axis, elk, shared well

Texas Hill Country $134,950 Kinney County v Brackettville

146 acres Water well, fence, feeder, water tank, water trough, views, axis, elk

$799,950

156 acres Water well, fence, feeder, water tank, water trough, views, axis, elk

$799,950

262 acres Cabin, trailer, elec service meter, blinds, feeders, deer, axis, elk, shared well

$349,950

301 acres 2 water wells, 4 water tanks & troughs, protein feeder, axis, elk

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Only 20 miles northwest of Brackettville with elevations of 1,278 to 1,440 feet, this excellent cedar, huisachillo, huisache and

$1,500,000 blue sage wildlife habitat populated with

397 acres Cabin, trailer, elec service meter, 2 water tanks, troughs, 6 blinds & feeders $449,950

trophy whitetail, turkey, dove and quail is at the intersection of FM 3008 and FM 2523 and surrounded by 4,000, 10,000 and 20,000acre ranches. The center has a large hill with beautiful views of thickly wooded creek bottoms on all sides with highway frontage.

The perimeter is game-fenced on two sides

Bullhead Wildlife Ranch

and the two sub pump water wells are 300 feet deep with 105 feet of water. There is

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Near the confluence of the Nueces River and Bullhead Creek, this parklike retreat is at the end of

almost 11,000 feet of FM 2523 frontage with

an excellent 25-foor private road easement just across Bullhead Creek from FM 2631. The home is

an interior road system, 8' by 40' cabin, five

hidden in motts of huge live oak at the foot of a mountain with world-class views. The ranch is level blinds, five feeders and a concrete dam on to hilly with elevations of 1,620 to 1,984 feet. Area wildlife includes axis, barbado, elk, whitetail, feral a solid rock basin water hole in one of the hog, dove and turkey. The newly renovated, furnished home has 2,977 square feet, three bedrooms,

creek bottoms. Rio Grande Electric Co-op

two baths, two-car garage and attached carport. There is a new two-tank septic system. The ranch is

electric lines are available on the north and

perimeter fenced with 4,005 feet of high game fence and 4,267 feet of stock fencing. There are two

east sides of the ranch; electricity is installed

barns, two high-fenced game pens with a loading chute, three stock pens, two blinds, a ladder stand

in the lodge.

and five new feeders. There is a headquarters sub pump well, back of ranch 750-gallon water guzzler

490 acres

$699,950

and a 425-gallon water reservoir and water trough. Owner terms are available.

80 acres

$599,950

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Only four miles northwest of Merkel with access by 2,100 feet of county road frontage and elevations of 1,800 to 1,942 feet, this ranch varies from 50 acres of cropland to

Abilene Cattle and Wildlife Ranch Northwest Texas v Taylor Co. v Merkel

rolling hills of live oak, mesquite, cedar, buffalo, grama and bluestem. The ranch includes a sub pump well, a 1,200-squarefoot,

three-bedroom,

two-bath

home;

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licensed septic system; pens; 16,000 feet of

perimeter fencing; 2,000 feet of cross-fencing, two stock ponds, a tractor and cattle herd.

Seller will divide.

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$299,950

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Flying Wildlife Preserve on Indian Creek Texas Hill Country Edwards County v Rocksprings

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Only 17 miles southwest of Rocksprings with access by three miles of county road and two miles of 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-squarefoot, limestone, one- and one-half-story, fourbedroom, two-bath home with two fireplaces on a hill overlooking two pools, tennis courts, a three-bedroom, one-bath lodge, four cabins, four barns, a feed silo with two augers, a fuel

tank and a 2,200' airstrip (710 acres). The ranch has a new 1,700-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bath hilltop home and water well with 2,500-gallon tank overlooking Indian Creek valley and multi-mile views. The ranch also includes a 2,000-pound feeder, pond, private gun range and two large caves (269 acres). The heavy wildlife populations include aoudad, axis, blackbuck antelope, elk, fallow, feral hogs, scimitar-horned oryx, turkey, dove, quail and whitetail deer. The wildlife populations are under professional management with a yearround feeding program of protein and minerals.

269 acres

$598,000

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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-squarefoot 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

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ranch is perimeter fenced and cross-fenced.

Some minerals are available. This is the turnkey ranch you have been looking for.

746 acres

$895,000

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Devil’s River Ranch Texas Hill Country Val Verde County v Del Rio

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Only 26 miles north of Del Rio, Texas, this scenic river ranch is remote with elevations of 1,220' to 1,674', majestic views, 1,900' Devil’s River frontage, an 8' by 35' Fleetwood Avion, a 764-square-foot pole barn, 171-square-foot barn, 8' by 10' barn, a 6' by 8' well house, water well, 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.

339 acres

$1,290,000

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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, three-bedroom, 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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Nicholson Ranch Texas Hill Country Hays County v Dripping Springs

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In the same family for 50+ years and the last large tract in northern Hays County, Nicholson ranch spans almost four miles. Surrounded by showplace ranches and just 35 miles west of Austin and 48 miles from San Antonio, the ranch is just miles from city conveniences, shopping and medical facilities. In addition to the incredible potential, the ranch offers jaw-dropping views, great hunting, large mature native trees, fertile pastureland and the potential for nice large lakes. You and your family can enjoy this ranch for years to come and still have a safe harbor for your hard-earned dollars. The ranch is game-fenced on three sides and is in the growth path for extension of an LCRA waterline. This ranch would make a great addition to an investment portfolio with the bonus of getting to spend time in the great outdoors. Qualified buyers please contact Becky Adkins. Visit our website for maps, photos and additional information.

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Built by Bill Dunn, a gorgeous new custom home offers meticulous attention to detail, four bedrooms, six full baths, a state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen, huge great room, dining room, game room, media room, 6,500 square feet of heated and cooled spaces and 1,000 square feet of covered porches, including a screened-in cooking porch, a huge outdoor courtyard with fireplace and another covered porch with fireplace off of the master bedroom that overlooks Freestone Creek, which traverses the property for about 2,000 feet. Set in a very private, convenient locale, a

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three-bedroom, two-bath guesthouse lies hidden from the main home. A barn with office and air-

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This one-of-a-kind gentleman’s estate boasts beautiful pastures well suited for horses and a three-bedroom, five-bath, 5,500±-squarefoot Kentucky-style home overlooking Lone Man Creek. The house includes a wonderful kitchen, breakfast room, den, living room with wet bar, formal dining room, wine room, trophy room with climate-controlled humidor and a outdoor cooking porch open to a pool, spa and hot tub shaded by centuriesold oaks and overlooking a creek. Minutes from downtown Wimberley, 35 minutes from the Austin airport and an hour to San Antonio, this kind of property is virtually non-existent in the rocky Hill Country. The ranch has Kentucky board fencing into four irrigated pastures planted in Tifton 85 grass and two strong irrigation wells serving the improvements and pastures. A beautiful Kentucky-style barn has a vet room, office, bath and three foaling stalls. Approximately 30 acres along the hilltops act as a buffer and provide habitat to many exotics. Highand cross-fenced for easy management, the ranch has a year-round creek dammed into several small impoundments, ideal for kayaking, canoeing, swimming and fishing.

The home and barn are just above the creek

380-Acre High Ridge Ranch

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High Ridge Ranch is just 45 minutes from Austin and San Antonio near the fast-growing area near Canyon Lake. The new Canyon Lake High School is less than eight minutes away. Offering incredible Hill Country views and no cedar, the ranch has abundant oaks, elms, walnuts, yaupon and strong native grasses for grazing cattle, enough browse for game, complete game-fencing and good crossfencing for ease of management. A small spring-fed creek runs through its west pasture. The ranch has three stock tanks, a small barn, three water wells spread out in the divisions, road frontage on a paved county road and access via a deeded easement road out the back to another county road. A waterline is being extended to the area, and the ranch will have access when complete. Large showplace ranches adjoin this great investment ranch that lies across the road from a new 25-acre ranchette.

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3,000-Acre Winship Ranch 957 Acres on the Llano River Texas Hill Country Llano County v Horseshoe Bay

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This exquisite ranch on the Llano River is one of the finest Texas ranches offered today. The high-fenced property is loaded with trophyclass whitetail. Llano, the county seat, is 72 miles northwest of Austin and near the center of the county. Altitudes range from 872' to

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This property in the “Golden Triangle” has the perfect “proven” mix of the varieties of native South Texas brush that produce trophy whitetail deer year after year. This ranch is the eastern end of the 17,000-acre Winship Ranch. Just minutes from Carrizo Springs and a 25-minute drive to Eagle Pass, this ranch is in the heart of big deer country. Conducive to excellent quail hunting within the areas of open pasture and low-growing brush, the ranch has been under a wildlife management program for over 10 years and also has a Wildlife Management Permit granted by the Texas Wildlife Department. The ranch boasts four stock tanks, excellent bass fishing and, this past season, a 198-class whitetail was harvested.

1,104' above sea level. This game-managed

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property has everything anyone could want in a year-round recreational ranch: paved access, beautiful oaks and gorgeous 30-mile views from the higher elevations. The wellmanaged whitetail herd has great genetics.

A lovely two-story ranch house features a covered wraparound porch. The second home is a manufactured residence with three bedrooms, two baths, a kitchen and large living room with fireplace. Extremely well watered and bordering Llano River to the north, the property has a well that supplies water to the home, foreman’s house and barn and there are numerous stock tanks. A bass-stocked lake is aerated to keep the water condition perfect. Whether you cast off of the dock that extends into the lake or from its scenic shore,

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Nestled in the spring-fed valley of this fabulous 319-acre estate, this gorgeous hillside home must be seen to fully appreciate the quality of workmanship and design. Under a year old, the fitted rectangle limestone five-bedroom, fourbath, three-car-garage home opens to a slate floor entry changing to wide, dark plank wood floors in the living areas. The living area opens to a spacious back porch and the patio area overlooks a spring-fed pond. The open kitchen/dining/living area has a wall of windows, dark wood trusses and high ceilings overlooking the spring-fed lake. A floor-to-ceiling river rock wood-burning fireplace has gas jets with a rustic cedar mantel. The remainder of the home has many more wonderful amenities. Covered in native live oak, cedar and native brush and offering incredible views from the higher elevations, the ranch has its own water well and three ponds.

the fishing is very good and lots of fun. There

Year-Round Hunting and Fishing

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This 403-acre ranch lies between the Atascosa River on the 74 Ranch and the Buck Horn Creek across the county road. Wildlife in this area is abundant and includes whitetail deer, hogs, turkey, quail and dove. Available for the first time in 50 years or more, this land is the place for anyone looking for the perfect hunting

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ranch. The property has great fishing in the “Red Boat Tank” and five ponds. The topography consists of a mixture of open and brushy native pastures. The terrain consists of gently sloping

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Available for the first time in over 90 years, Cedar Creek Ranch is blessed with one of the strongest live water creeks in Texas. The rich fertile bottomland along Cedar Creek has huge

8,615 Acres on Cedar Creek Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Campwood/Barkdale

native pecans, large live oaks and elms that decorate the expansive valleys. This ranch can only be described as one of a kind. From the stories of pioneers settling in the Cedar Creek Valley during the civil war era to the amazing geological features, subterranean caves and sink holes, this ranch is unique. Tumbling private waters of Cedar Creek traverse the valley, adding to the rustic grandeur of scenic views from the mountaintops that populate the ranch. The ranch is not high fenced. Elevations range from 1,630' near Cedar Creek to 2,200' at the higher elevations. Offered in two parcels, this ranch is unrivaled and is only two and a half hours from San Antonio with county road access and only one and a half miles from a paved state highway. The land north of Cedar Creek Road contains 2,215± acres, and the portion south contains 6,400± acres. Call Joe or Austin Ruple for an appointment.

Truly South Texas

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If you are an avid hunter or have family and friends that like to hunt, this is definitely the

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right place for you! Part of a 3,000-acre highfenced ranch with native South Texas whitetails, these 892 acres are high-fenced on three sides

Perfectly located near I-35, just north of New Braunfels, this ranch has beautiful oak trees, high and deer have never brought in to pollute the elevation and fabulous views. Adjacent to an established subdivision, the property has highway South Texas gene. The deer quality is enhanced

frontage and stubbed roads to the edge of this tract. In the ETJ of New Braunfels, the property is almost by a wide diversity of native South Texas completely fenced and entirely undeveloped. This property is in one of the fastest-growing areas of brush and a good water supply. The ranch has Texas and would make a fabulous investment for future commercial or residential development. The seller believes they own a majority of the minerals and will convey all minerals owned.

abundant quail, hog, dove, bobcat and a variety

of South Texas wildlife. The well-maintained roads offer easy ranch access. The 3,000-square-

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foot metal ranch house sleeps 22 people. It is

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baths, a full kitchen, large pantry, washer/dryer

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completely finished out with five bedrooms, two

High-fenced and loaded with whitetail, this 600-

and large living area. There is a well, three stock

acre ranch feels like West Texas on one side

tanks and three water pilas. This is a perfect

and South Texas on the other. You will not find

ranch for entertaining family and guests.

another ranch with such a huge diversity of terrain and vegetation. Extremely well watered with two great stocked fishing tanks maintained by one of the five water wells, the ranch features numerous food plots that help supplement the feeding program, paved state highway frontage and breeding pens (the pen deer are not included in the sale) ready to start a deer breeding and enhancement program.

This ranch offers year-round hunting for axis deer, hog, varmints, abundant turkey and many quality whitetail deer. The sale includes hunting blinds/feeders, protein feeders, equipment barns, a tractor shed and a four-wheeler. A nice doublewide manufactured home in very good condition has a covered cement patio—great for parties or family gatherings. This is an exceptional find.

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Arcadia Ranch Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Vanderpool

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Deeply tucked within a picturesque private location, this 505±-acre ranch is perfectly situated in the Texas Hill Country near Vanderpool and Lost Maples State Park. Nestled within the box canyon, is a two-story, four-bedroom, three bath ranch home with large open windows for great views overlooking the spring-fed lake. The ranch provides game fencing, a metal barn, an equipment shed, road system, lighted shooting range and much more! Abundant wildlife includes elk, blackbuck, fallow, aoudad and several other species. This ranch is in a tremendous area for a variety of recreational activities and to enjoy everything the Hill Country has to offer. $2,850,000. Contact Brandon Bownds at 830 966-6111.

Valley Haven Ranch Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Utopia

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A prime setting within the Hill Country valley, this 111±-acre ranch provides seclusion, serenity and quality. Just northeast of Utopia, this property offers extensive paved county road frontage, breathtaking views of the country and numerous amenities and improvements, including a beautiful rock main home with swimming pool and hot tub overlooking the distant views, a three-car garage with attached carport, a guesthouse, shop with office and a barn with working pens. The property also features abundant native trees and wildlife, fencing, three stock tanks, an agricultural use exemption and no restrictions. Valley Haven Ranch would be excellent for hunting, ranching or recreation. $975,000. Contact Brandon Bownds at 830 966-6111.

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North of Utopia, these 74± private, quiet acres offer a two-bedroom, two-bath log cabin on the bank of strong-flowing Mill Creek.

Large Cypress, scattered Pecan and live Oaks.

Agriculture tax exemption. Abundant game.

Includes 450± feet of frontage on both sides of the creek. Third Generation Ownership. $820,270. Call John McFadin for additional information/appointment 830 966-6112.

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With frontage on both sides of Mill Creek, this 82±-acre property is adjacent to the 74±-acre property advertised on the previous page. Terrain ranges from creek bottom to upland pasture with magnificent trees and views of the surrounding hills. The property has beautiful water, Cypress, large Oaks, great homesite possibilities and an agriculture tax status. This is the first time

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this property has been on the market in three generations. $905,410. Call John McFadin for additional information 830 966-6112.

Live Water Ranch Texas Hill Country Bandera County v Utopia

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These 126± secluded and private acres offer more than 2,000 feet of Sabinal River frontage, large Cypress and Oaks, flowing springs, abundant wild game, two homes, an agriculture tax exemption, highway frontage and no restrictions. This great farm and ranch or recreational property may be divided. This live water ranch would also make a great horse property. $2,281,235. Call John 830 966-6112.

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Magnificent 4/4 split-level lodge-style home on 33.3± acres in southeastern Real County only minutes from Garner State Park. Gated, restricted and private. Both sides of springfed Deer Creek. Abundance of wildlife.

Agriculture tax exemption status, fenced and suitable for horses. The 3,700±-squarefoot home is accented with a covered wraparound porch and features quarried limestone kitchen countertops, cathedral

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Set within the beautiful surroundings of

peeled beams, cantilevered staircase, two the Texas Hill Country, this 77±-acre ranch native rock fireplaces and lots more! Shown holds great recreational opportunities near by appointment only. Additional acreage is Vanderpool, with frontage on State Highway available. $790,000. Contact John McFadin 337 and Evans Creek Road. Two dams on Evans at 830 966-6112.

Creek create a magnificent park-like setting with deep waters ideal for fishing or swimming.

Mountain View Ranch offers many other

Mountain View Ranch Texas Hill Country Bandera County v Vanderpool

features and improvements, including a twobedroom, two-bath home, a guesthouse and a barn. Excellent hunting, views and privacy are in this relaxing atmosphere. $995,000. Contact Brandon Bownds at 830 966-6111.

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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

Water! Water! Water!

wonderland, with approximately four miles of the Guadalupe River and approximately

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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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These 64 acres in Kendall County are a piece of heaven for the horse lover. A magnificent 5,000-square-foot custom barn by Israel Pena has all the amenities possible: stalls with runs, foaling stalls with heat lamps, fans, a feed room, vet area, auto fly system and much more. Also, you have a 1,100-square-foot living quarters equipped with one bedroom, one bath, a full kitchen, laundry room and an office. Three gorgeous pastures offer excellent fencing, a concrete water trough and much, much more.

Located in the Boerne School District, this property includes views and privacy!

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| Greg T. Magers broker

196± Acres

Bret Beach 164 Ranch Drive • Boerne, TX 78006

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

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Texas Hill Country Kendall County v Boerne Price drastically reduced! 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 Zarrs-designed pool with tropical appointments, a large and open gourmet kitchen, exercise room, two offices and a large, furnished cabana. This property has it all: views, water, horse facilities, exotics, whitetail and a great location. Don’t miss this one!

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A country treasure is the best way to describe this restored three-story home atop one of the highest hills in the area overlooking a large lake

Manicured to perfection, this 293-acre tract has been carefully sculpted into a polo player’s on 93 acres. Updated for comfortable living dream by adding contours, berms, landscaping, irrigation systems, large bodies of water,

while still retaining the 1800s historic look

four polo fields meticulously groomed for practice and competition events, a California-style makes this 4,200+-square-foot home the focus of barn with 14 oversized stalls, another large horse barn and a 1920s-style manager’s cottage. a compound that features barns, a guesthouse, Interspersed throughout the property are large orchards of mature pecan trees providing woods, pastures with wildflowers, bulkheaded parklike shaded areas. Long frontage and easy accessibility could allow this pristine property

lake, two ponds, a pool complex, gazebos and a

to transform into a golf course or gated development. $15,000,000.

multitude of opportunities to enjoy country life.

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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 oaks and bordered by a clear sandy creek, this 3,579-square-foot home is enhanced with wonderful vaulted ceilings, custom designs throughout and an abundance of windows that capitalize on the surrounding land. The peaceful setting of 19± acres in the Cat Spring area provides the perfect opportunity for horses, cattle and family enjoyment. Price reduced to $799,000.

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Pipe fencing lines the long frontage on Bernardo Road with a winding drive that continues past the pond, over the bridge at the tree-lined creek to the home on these 50 acres. The innovative bridge constructed of a red railroad car bed adds a charming detail to well-groomed pastures. The three-bedroom,

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Clarann Estate Central Texas v Washington County v Chappell Hill

gardens. In addition, the estate features a 7,000-square-foot main residence with classic beauty and craftsmanship. $3,450,000.

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This classic 44-acre farmstead, now used as a family home and horse farm, pays homage to

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The home is positioned to afford stunning An impressive setting on a 195-acre tract provides the site for this home of approximately 7,500 views of the surrounding countryside’s rolling

square feet under roof. A grand gated entrance curving through live oak trees and a softly

hills. Other buildings, which were subsequently landscaped front lawn complements the dramatic hilltop view from the deep back porch and added as practical needs occurred, include a

pool. A lake surrounded by improved pastures and bordered by a wooded wildlife area makes

one-bedroom, one-bath guesthouse; a 60' by this estate a prime property. Entertain in luxury, spend a quiet afternoon wandering through 40' horse barn/equipment building with eight the woods or create a working cattle or horse ranch. All avenues are open with this amazing portable stalls and a wash rack; and a 190' by

property. All this is within an easy hour drive from Houston and within five minutes of the

120' training arena. Price reduced to $725,000.

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These 73 acres feature incredible distant views of rolling hills and scattered trees. The lovely hilltop home takes full advantage of the views with walls of glass and deep porches.

The tastefully designed and meticulously remodeled family home encompasses three spacious bedrooms, two baths, hardwood

StarLight Ranch Central Texas Austin County v Bellville

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These 61± acres four miles east of I-45 offer a comfortable, three-bedroom, three-bath log home, rolling improved pastures, cattle pens and two lakes, one of which is 11± acres. The fenced/cross-fenced property is private, yet offers easy access to Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston, Huntsville and Bryan/ College Station. $15,000/acre.

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Gator Lake Farm Southeast Texas Walker County v Huntsville

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Gator Lake Farm offers an outstanding combination of beauty, forage production and recreation, establishing the standard for large-acreage tracts in this half of Texas.

The 485 acres of rolling hills, timber and water boast 300 acres of improved hayfields, exceptional game and a 40-acre lake—a variety of attractions for any serious land buyer.

Improvements include the 3,600-square-foot Austin Stone main home on the lakeshore; a 2,100-square-foot guest/foreman’s home on the hill overlooking the lake; good ranch roads; 64,000+ square feet of hay/implement barns; and center pivot irrigation covering 110 acres of production. $3,800,000.

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Central Texas v Waller County v Hempstead

Fronting the high bank of the Brazos River, this beautiful 338-acre property features a 36-acre lake, level pastures with Bermuda and native grasses, several barns and equipment sheds, pipe corrals and more. Income potential includes a livestock operation, hay production, grazing lease and sod farm to name a few. Enjoy hunting, fishing, boating, ATVs and dirt bikes. This fenced/ cross-fenced property has an ag exemption in place. $1,590,000.

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Why drive three hours or more to the Hill Country? This incredible 900+-acre offering lies just north of historic Montgomery and minutes from Lake Conroe and Sam Houston National Forest. The broker’s personal ranch, Buffalo Ridge features varied terrain: hardwood bottom, a creek, natural lake, native and improved pastures, high rolling hills and woods. The property includes abundant wildlife, irrigation well with two pivot systems, numerous homesites with wide vistas and convenience to shopping, medical facilities and entertainment venues. 148 adjacent acres with three custom homes are available. May divide. For additional details and photos, visit www.buffaloridgetexas.com. This rare opportunity close to Houston is perfect for a family estate, livestock operation, high-fenced game ranch or development property.

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Rocky Creek Farm Central Texas v Fayette County v Round Top

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Seldom does a property this outstanding just one and a half miles from Round Top Square come on the market. Rocky Creek Farm is 146+ rolling acres with a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark house. The two-story, 2,280-squarefoot home has four bedrooms, two baths, wood floors and a family room with a wood-burning fireplace. Rocky Creek meanders through this beautiful acreage with amazing trees, five distinct meadows and two ponds.

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If you want a secluded nature area close to Round Top, this place is for you! Offering 1,200+ feet of Cummins Creek frontage, these 27 heavily wooded acres feature trails throughout, a wellstocked pond and two friendly donkeys. (Yes, they go with the property if you want them.) A small wood-framed house has one bedroom, one bath, a kitchen and a living area. A separate log structure waits to be turned into a charming “fort.� Please call Frank Hillbolt, 979 249-6402.

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On a pristine setting within two miles of historic Round Top, Texas, this one-of-a-kind property provides seclusion, serenity and quality. Over 100 majestic live oaks provide a natural canopy over the 33 parklike acres. The 4+-acre lake is stocked with bass and catfish and fed by a creek meandering across one corner of the property.

Then, there is the house: an inviting fourbedroom, three-and-a-half bath home with two living areas separated by a see-through fireplace, large kitchen, dining room and several porches.

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This premier property in Round Top offers improved pastures with good hay production!

Cummins Creek and Shaw Creek meander through 127 scenic acres and provide a wildlife haven. These 41 acres in the Round Top city limits feature a beautiful homesite with the elevation to give you gorgeous creek views. A four-bedroom, two-bath, ranch-style brick home anchors the opposite end (west end) of the property. Please call Lisa Mayer, 979 966-3686.

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Beautiful 192-Acre Horse Facility Texas Metroplex v Parker County v Weatherford

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Approximately 25 minutes west-northwest of Weatherford via FM 1885, this very beautiful cutting horse operation has gently rolling sandy loam soils with productive coastal Bermuda, a dry-weather creek and tall, scattered post oak, elm and pecan trees for the most discriminating eye. A very nice 3,329-square-foot, three-bedroom, three-bath, one- and one-half-story log and stucco home with 1,200 square feet of porches overlooks the landscape. Beautiful rustic Western décor includes vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings, exposed beams, a stone fireplace, wood floors, granite countertops, hammered copper, an upstairs office with balcony and bedroom and large porches with wood decking. A pool with flagstone and stone landscaping and a guest log house complement the main home. The equestrian enthusiast will enjoy a 120' by 175' indoor arena; a main horse barn with 13 tilted-wall stalls, a cedar office and upstairs apartment; a covered panel walker; 12-stall horse barn; and a five-stall barn. Extensive steel cattle working pens and feedlots, a helper’s quarters, roping arena, chute, beautiful custom gated entry, 15 stone water troughs, a bridge and extensive landscaping complete the property. $3,950,000.

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One and a half hours west of Ft. Worth and an hour east of Abilene, south of Interstate 20 and fronting on paved FM16, this rolling terrain has sandy soils and excellent coastal Bermuda turf for cattle, horses and hay production. Featuring excellent oak timber for deer and turkey, the ranch offers a huge 16,173-square-foot, U-shaped Austin stone-and-siding lodge with a central courtyard/patio area. Boasting 13 bedrooms and 10 and a half baths, the residence also features a large commercial kitchen with granite countertops and wood floors, huge dining room with wood floors and tall ceiling treatments, huge family/game room with Austin stone fireplace

937-Acre Cattle & Hunting Ranch Texas Metroplex v Eastland County v Strawn

and carpet, large living room with stone fireplace and four wagon wheel light fixtures and a library with stone floor and built-in bookshelves. The ranch features nine wells, a water system with large volumes, all-steel cattle pens, pole barns, worker’s quarters and two large stock ponds (one spring-fed). $4,350,000.

Mac A. Coalson Real Estate Broker 7801 New Authon Road Weatherford, TX 76088

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3,500-Acre Brazos River Ranch Texas Metroplex Parker & Hood Counties v Weatherford

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Twenty-two minutes south/southwest of Weatherford is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. This truly beautiful ranch rolls gently and heavily with scenic views, serenity and great character to the discerning eye. Many varieties of scattered to thick trees include live oak, post oak, elm, red oak and mesquite. Well watered with many stock ponds, over one and a half miles of Brazos River frontage, several creeks and two water wells, the ranch features numerous sites for building large reservoirs or a beautiful lodge. Offering outstanding deer and turkey hunting, the ranch has produced one deer grossing over 200 B&C points. Gas production with income and minerals will be conveyed. The ranch will carry (conservatively) 150 mother cows. $8,950 per acre.

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Well known to North Texas trophy deer hunters, Shackelford County and Albany always command attention; moreover, Nail Ranch has long been the center of this attention. Originally part of the Nail Ranch, this awesome hunting and cattle ranch is available for sale. Approximately two hours west of Fort Worth and minutes north of Albany, this level to gently rolling property has scattered mesquites, elm, hackberry trees and elbow bush, which create excellent native cover and habitat for abundant trophy deer,

14,000-Acre Hunting & Cattle Ranch Northwest Texas v Shackelford County v Albany

hogs and turkey. There is no scarcity of water with 1.9 miles of frontage on the Clear Fork of the Brazos River, two 20-acre private lakes, five miles of Fish Creek and numerous stock ponds.

Currently under a Texas Parks & Wildlife plan, the property has a deer density of 38 acres per deer (per a September 2009 helicopter survey).

This is an excellent opportunity to own a part of the legendary Nail Ranch and a piece of Texas history. Realistically priced at $1,950 per acre.

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Pecos River Paradise West Texas v Crockett County v Ozona

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These 5,000 acres with over two and a half miles of river frontage offer a variety of terrain and elevations. You can hunt, rock climb, swim, explore, fish—whatever you want! Two homes, a hunter’s cabin and three barns complete the scene. Owner will divide and help with financing! $4,750,000.

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Built in 1892, this home features a new gourmet kitchen, five fireplaces with original oak mantels, a first-floor master suite, upper master with stained glass windows, game room, dining room and much more. Barn and stables complete this 155-acre property. $1,200,000.

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Whether for ranching or hunting, this fits the bill! Fenced and cross-fenced with great views, this ranch offers four stock tanks, an area for a lake and a three-bedroom, one-bath restored farmhouse with an equipment building. This property is just one and a half hours from Dallas/Ft. Worth. $1,145,100.

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On 27 acres, a three-bedroom, three-bath home features a country kitchen with breakfast bar and a dining room, both opening into a family room. The front fenced and cross-fenced 8-acre hay meadow has a three-stall Satterwhite log barn. The balance is wooded with a lake. A two-car detached garage offers a one-bedroom apartment. $449,500.

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Currently running 850 head, these 2,545 fenced and cross-fenced acres feature a 45-acre lake, three hay barns, three sets of working pens, stock ponds, creeks and springs. A great two-story, five-bedroom, five-bath hunting lodge offers a party room, kitchen, offices and den. Offering excellent hunting and fishing, this is certainly not your

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This fully equipped facility restocks yearly with the world’s best genetics, including 155 B&C deer often over 11 years old. There are 32 quarter-acre pens, a 25-acre release pen, 2,400-square-foot climate-controlled deer barn with modern lab, a 3,200-square-foot lodge with commercial-grade kitchen and large fireplace, six private cabins (all with satellite and Wi-

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These 68+ game-fenced acres with axis and whitetail deer, blackbuck antelope and turkey offer two sides of Camp Wood Creek frontage and a three-bedroom, three-bath rock and cedar home with a rock fireplace, open kitchen, Saltillo tile and much more. $1,200,000.

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These 168+ fenced and cross-fenced acres feature majestic oaks, fertile soil, lush creek bottomland, stock tank, three wells and two windmills. Half of the mineral rights will convey.

A three-bedroom, two-bath custom home complements a 2,000-square-foot barn with concrete floor. $896,860.

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The A Bar Ranch is a first-time offering of land that has been in the same family for over 100 years. On Highway 71, between Smithville and La Grange, the property is 40± minutes to the Austin airport and convenient to Houston, San Antonio and Austin. This premier ranch is one

A Bar Ranch

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vistas of the surrounding countryside. The land

2,008 Acres

rolling topography has elevations ranging from 315 to 421 feet. Numerous hilltops offer scenic is heavily treed with oak, elm, pecan, mesquite

and cedar. Several spots have been cleared for grazing. Robinson Creek meanders through the ranch. There are several ponds with many more choice sites for additional ponds or lakes. All of these ingredients give this ranch a lot of character. Abundant wildlife makes this an ideal property to high fence. This place has a multitude of uses, including recreation, hunting, horses and development.

Lampasas River Ranch 1,581 Acres

JJHH Ranch 818 Acres

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Central Texas Burnet & Lampasas Counties v Kempner

Approximately an hour northwest of Austin, this beautiful 1,581-acre ranch is located between Lampasas and Copperas Cove and is accessed

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by two county roads. The property is high fenced and game managed. There is good tree cover:

Only 45 minutes northwest of Austin and three oak, elm, mesquite, pecan and cedar. There are miles south of Lampasas, this premier ranch has panoramic views, a 100±-acre coastal field, rolling terrain (850' to 1,000' elevations), a mile of

3,000+ feet of Highway 183 frontage. The gently Lampasas River frontage, a creek, several ponds and lots of Indian artifacts along the river. A fourrolling topography offers scenic views from many bedroom, three-bath limestone home (built in the mid-1990s) features a climate-controlled wine locations with good tree cover and productive fields. 3,000± feet of rock bottom Mesquite Creek wind through the ranch, and a dam backs up

closet, hot tub, exercise room, study and a great view of the river and surrounding countryside. A four-bedroom, two- and one-half-bath log home built in 1984 has a fireplace with a huge hearth and mantel and covered front and back porches. Other improvements include a bunkhouse, barn and

a nice swimming and fishing hole. Lots of big hunter’s cabin. This end-of-the-road ranch is ideal for recreation or a home place. native pecans line the creek banks. Improvements include a four-bedroom, two-bath ranch house great for weekends or a foreman’s house. Options range from hunting, ranching, development or a home place.

Steve Watson 8017 Mesa, Suite 102 • Austin, TX 78731

512 345-8480 office Co-listed with

Circle T Ranch 224 Acres

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This beautiful ranch just 40 minutes northwest of Austin and 10 minutes south of Lampasas offers varied terrain and great tree cover that give the feel of a larger property. Offering

Mike Bacon P.O. Box 201330 • Austin, TX 78720

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Highway 183 and paved CR 208 frontage, this high-fenced ranch includes exotics: axis, fallow and blackbuck. Several ponds provide water for game and fishing. There is North Rocky Creek frontage, and a neat hilltop ranch house provides big views from a wraparound porch.

This place is ready to move in and enjoy. $1,650,000.

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This 2,500±-acre ranch offers paved road frontage and Nueces River frontage. Approximately 2,000 acres are high-fenced and game managed, and approximately 500 acres, is open to the Nueces 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. An additional 2,600± adjoining acres are also available for purchase.

Palo Blanco Creek Ranch 1,805.28 Acres

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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 a 10,000-square-foot shop, barn and cleaning area. This 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. It has 13 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. There are whitetail breeder pens included with the property. It is a great ranch.

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This 3,034-acre Burnet County ranch has an older rock cabin with a loft, four wells with pumps, three beautiful live creeks and numerous springs. This diverse ranch features deep canyons and broad mesas, as well as various types of trees and brush, but is predominantly covered with live oak and cedar.

Tremendous views of the surrounding area include distant views of Lake Travis and Marble Falls. Approximately 45 minutes from Austin, this private, beautiful ranch offers excellent hunting for deer, feral hogs and turkey.

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Fourteen miles west of Menard, Texas this 3,164-acre ranch is absolutely beautiful. This scenic property has a ranch house, well, building with large cement slab and perimeter fencing that varies from a typical ranch. The gently rolling terrain has live oaks, mesquite and brush for wildlife. Several beautiful building sites overlook the San Saba River.

Offering a magnificent show of 1.1 miles of San Saba River frontage (partially deep river), this ranch is blessed with abundant deer, wild turkey, wild hog and dove—enough to make it a hunter’s paradise. There is great fishing and swimming from the shores of the San Saba River. If you are looking for a recreational, hunting or getaway place, you

Pontotoc Ranch

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great hunting and is an exceptional working This great 1,305.4-acre reputation ranch is cattle ranch. approximately six miles north of Pontotoc and approximately 16 miles west of Cherokee. High fenced for many years and well managed to produce excellent whitetail deer, this ranch has two wells that supply water, one with a pump and one with a windmill. The excellent water under the property may be obtained by drilling a well where desired. The ranch has deer-proof fencing on three sides and eight-strand barbed wire around one side—most in good condition. Turkey hunting is excellent, and dove hunting

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large population of native trees. This excellent livestock country offers great hunting.

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This stunning large-acreage ranch between Pipe Creek and Helotes is just 45 minutes from the San Antonio Medical Center. There is a main home, three ancillary homes, barns, good interior roads, a spring-fed creek and a lake site. There is excellent development potential for subdivision with the most

Cantina Sky Ranch

spectacular homesite views to be had in the Hill Country, a bed and breakfast or

Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Pipe Creek

game hunting operation. The main home is

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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

Tularosa Ranch Central Texas v Kinney County v Bracketville

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! $4,383,800.

Bill Barton 1028 East Main • Kerrville, TX 78028

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Indians, Spanish explorers, Pancho Villa, Mexican bandits, Texas Rangers and Cavalrymen cut trails through the 3,684-acre El Rancho Pensado. Signs of the Old West are everywhere.

Deep in the picturesque Chihuahuan Desert bordered by the Sierra Vieja Mountain range and the Rio Grande, you will find the private, scenic town of Candelaria, Texas. Surrounded by historic landmarks, ruins and other signs from the past, El Ranch Pensado is secluded,

but accessible with paved FM 170 access and a private 1,900' dirt airstrip. Established in the late 1880s after James Judson Kilpatrick, “The King of Candelaria,” purchased land along the Rio Grande, Candelaria was once a booming town with a post office, general store, school, church, cotton gin, flour mill and cavalry outpost; today, the ranch has remnants of its past with an original 3,500-square-foot house, remodeled and modernized, along with two other adobe structures within the compound. Special features are nine bedrooms and beautifully landscaped grounds with large trees. The general store is now a cantina and gathering area. The ranch has five pastures with an excellent cover of native vegetation and over 1,200 acres of river frontage that once grew vast amounts of cotton, fruits and vegetables and could easily be cultivated again. El Rancho Pensado is well watered with several wet-weather creeks, flowing springs year-round, six water wells and one large lake, as well as some eight miles of river frontage. There is an abundance of wildlife, including mule deer, javelina, duck, dove and gamble and scaled quail hunting. El Rancho Pensado has a colorful past, rich in history, legends and culture. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to become the new “King of Candelaria.” Call Leon Nance for a private showing.

Ranch Land Co. Leon Nance, Broker 430 W. Beauregard, Suite C San Angelo, TX 76903

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West Texas v Val Verde County v Del Rio

This highly improved ranch enjoys 10+ miles of crystal-clear Devil’s River frontage in 17,000 acres, providing some of the best recreation water and smallmouth bass fly-fishing in the country. The ranch’s excellent habitat supports 190 B&C class whitetail deer, turkey and three species of quail. Offered at $25,500,000.

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The C-3 Ranch, 3,900 acres with elevations ranging from 5,100 to 6,100 feet inside “Scenic Loop” Highway 166, has outstanding views of the nearby rugged mountains, including Mt. Livermore, part of the Nature Conservancy Preserve. A historic adobe ranch house can be restored to a rustic headquarters. Offered at $8,580,000.

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Indian Hill Ranch, 700 undeveloped acres, is adjacent to McDonald Observatory on Highway 118. The stunning views overlook the spectacular scenery of the Davis Mountains and miles beyond. The historic Indian Hill Trail, a hand-built road used by early ranchers and travelers of the region, crosses the property.

Offered at $2,250,500.

Chinati Hot Springs West Texas v Presidio County v Marfa

James King, Agent

An oasis nestled deep in the Chinati Mountains of West Texas, the Chinati Hot Springs operates

P.O. Box 109, 109 State Street, Suite 1 Fort Davis, TX 79734

as a small hotel and campground. The 640-acre property features a natural hot spring flowing

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In downtown Leakey, the Frio Canyon Lodge has been a Hill Country destination for 50+ years. Built in 1941, the quaint Texas limestone and cedar structure is appointed with modern conveniences. At the intersection (northeast corner) of Highway 83 and 337, just half a mile from the Frio River, Frio Canyon Lodge is a small property with 10 rooms: five with king beds and five with two extra-long double beds.

Each room has a distinct look and furnishings.

The landscaped grounds provide spaces to enjoy the outdoors. Read a book on the shaded pavilion or relax in a porch swing/hammock.

There is a pool, 4,000+ square feet of living space for the manager/owner, an apartment

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currently utilized as a suite for the motel and These 850± acres near Leakey offer about a mile of Frio River, a portion of Cypress Creek running one of the area’s most popular restaurants.

through the property and numerous springs. Featuring a Spanish-style main lodge, foreman’s house,

With property on one and half city blocks and tennis court and several outbuildings, this ranch has beautiful trees, lots of game and fantastic road frontage on two highways and two city views of the Frio Canyon. The ranch has Highway 83 frontage as well as access from a county road.

This beautiful property must be seen to be appreciated. $6,000,000.

streets, this is a wonderful investment.

Creek Ranch Jackson Creek Ranch Pulliam Texas Hill Country Edwards Co.

Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Medina

Land & Ranch Realty Lem Lewis P.O. Box 546 • Leaky, TX 78873

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This beautiful 360-acre property has county county road, this 133±-acre ranch consists road frontage and both sides of Jackson Creek. of a very nice two-bedroom, one-bath home; There are numerous building sites and fantastic

seasonal Pulliam Creek runs through; and lots

views, as well as many types of hardwoods and

of native and exotic wildlife. The terrain varies

abundant game. This exceptional Hill Country

from creek bottom to valley to hills with great

property is offered for $4,250 per acre.

views of the Nueces Canyon. $550,000.

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Welcome to the best of both worlds! Enter the gates of this 37-acre Lake Travis estate with 700+ feet of waterfront and be transported to a private paradise. Escape to the luxurious pool surrounded by lush landscaping and a lanai patio with fireplace or hop on your horses and experience the beauty of these 37 acres dotted with manicured oaks. Expect comfort and security in every inch of the 6,500-square-foot, four-bedroom, four- and one-half-bath main home. A brick archway highlights a gourmet kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances and solid copper center island. Living areas include a media room with blackout shutters, open family room and inviting living room with fireplace. Built around a 30-foot rotunda, the master suite includes a balcony with lake views and luxurious bath. Guests are accommodated in the two-bedroom, two-bath detached guest home or one-bedroom, one-bath pool cabana. The covered dock with 23' boat slip and two jet ski slips sits on a private waterfront. Horses are welcome in the four-stall stable surrounded by white fencing. The ranch lies 10 minutes to the new Hill Country Galleria and 35 minutes to downtown Austin. $2,750,000.

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Just outside Johnson City, approximately an hour to San Antonio, 50 minutes to downtown Austin and 20 minutes to Fredericksburg, Marble Falls and Horseshoe Bay, this gated 242-acre showplace features a spring-fed creek feeding a picturesque fish-stocked pond. 100% high fenced for native and exotic wildlife, the land features native grasses dotted with hundreds of manicured oaks and elms and a

Hill Country Showplace

limestone ravine carved by wet-weather creeks.

The 5,747-square-foot custom home displays

Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Johnson City

the picturesque setting with oversized windows

throughout the four bedrooms, three and a half baths, gourmet kitchen and great room. A rooftop waterfall cascading into a pool highlights the back, which includes covered patios, a spa and a guest room with separate entry. A 40' by 80' barn also features guest living quarters. $2,500,000.

The Lonesome Bayou Ranch Southeast Texas v Chambers Co. v Anahuac

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2,500' of wide, navigable waterway leading to the excellent fishing in Trinity Bay. Family and friends are accommodated in one of three homes with a total of 10 bedrooms. A unique recreational retreat, Lonesome Bayou Ranch features horse and ATV trails, excellent hunting and fishing opportunities, a 1-acre aerated swimming pond and a nice mix of pastureland and woods. The ranch is sold turnkey with boat, jet skis, ATVs and other ranch/recreational equipment to convey. $995,000.

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Every once in a while, an opportunity comes along to own a rare jewel of a ranch. This is one of those opportunities. I’ve lived in San Saba County all of my life, and this ranch is one of those rare ones you owe it to yourself to see. Describing it doesn’t do it justice, but

Team Holt’s Heavenly Ranch Central Texas v San Saba County v Richland Springs

I believe by watching our video you’ll get a glimpse of what I’m talking about: 1,785± acres of live oak-covered hills with panoramic views, a 15±-acre lake, numerous ponds, a

new high-fenced perimeter and a hunting lodge under construction. Not only will you be acquiring a fantastic high-fenced game ranch with outstanding facilities, you’ll get a wealth of knowledge from Dr. Holt to help you create the perfect wildlife ranch to fit your needs.

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This one-of-a-kind cattle ranch in northern Montague County comes with a beautiful 3,396-square-foot home with a pool and garage built in 2002. Complete with working pens and holding pens, the 852±-acre main ranch has a small creek (Pecan Creek) that flows in wet conditions through the middle of the ranch and is covered in coastal Bermuda grass. Three miles down the road lies another 215±-acre coastal Bermuda field. Both places have several large stock tanks. Let us set up a showing of this beautiful ranch for you soon.

Ricky McKinnerney 866 305-5100 866 417-4020 mckinner@centex.net www.mckinnerneyrealestate.com

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20,601 Acres

West Texas v Presidio County v Marfa

This is a rare opportunity to own one of the premier hunting ranches in the Far West Texas area. The ranch is in Presidio County approximately 40 miles south of Marfa on U.S. Highway 67 and FM 169. The ranch entrance lies 11 miles beyond the pavement. This property hasn’t been hunted by the current owner for the last 11 years, so trophy mule deer are in abundance. The strong igneous soil of this ranch provides a high mineral content in which mule deer flourish. Blue quail, dove and javelina thrive here in their natural habitat. The ranch is situated on a mesa in the semiarid Chihuahuan Desert, consisting of rim rock country with vistas that go on for miles. This ranch will take you back to the Old West when life was wild and free. Every sunset is an open canvas on this beautiful high desert ranch that will take one’s breath away. The majority of the property consists of deep canyons with elevations ranging from 3,000 to 4,300 feet. Low-lying draws filled with black brush provide excellent habitat for deer and quail. Other plant life on the property are Chihuahuan species, such as agave, creosote, lechuguilla, mesquite, prickly pear, cholla, sotol, yucca and majestic ocotillo. Grasses include side oats, blue gramma and chino. This ranch is what many people have been looking for the last several years, but haven’t been able to find. This property will not last long on the market and is available just in time for hunting season.

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La Sendera Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kimble County v Roosevelt

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This high-fenced showplace consists of 705Âą acres on the beautiful North Llano River with springs, riparian water rights, two wells and abundant wildlife. The remodeled four-bedroom, two- and one-half-bath house has a den with beautiful wood-cased vaulted ceilings, fireplace, exercise room, new wood flooring and tile, a patio, remodeled heated pool with spa and sprinkler system. There is a double garage, new fishing dock, nicely equipped workshop and irrigation equipment. Five large free-choice protein feeders and seven spin feeders with tower blinds are included in the sale of this ranch, which has been under game management with imported South Texas bucks for many years. $4,300,000.

R.D. Kothmann Real Estate Serving the Texas Hill Country since the 1940s 1701 Main Street Junction, TX 76849

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Magnificent Hunting Ranch Central Texas v Kinney County v Brackettville

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Everything—that’s what this ranch has, everything! This is a super-good game-fenced ranch with everything you could wish for: super improvements, multiple water wells, a fine irrigation well, irrigated food plots under center pivot sprinkler systems, two earthen tanks, many ranch waterings, miles of underground pipelines, many troughs, game-managed whitetail herd, some exotics, hundreds of turkeys, excellent improved ranch roads, excellent brushes, miles of oaklined creek bottoms and more. Half is flat, deep-soiled land with heavy mesquite, live oak and brush growth while the east half consists of very gently undulating guahilla and blackbrush hills.

All the excellent brushes and trees that grow in South Texas are growing here in great profusion.

The main lodge is a white limestone three-bedroom, three-bath home with slate floors throughout, granite countertops, cathedral ceilings, Jacuzzi bath in master bath, covered porches across entire front and back, automatic sprinkler system and a rock barbecue area in backyard with fountain.

They didn’t miss a beat. There is a nice hunter’s cabin, large barn with shop, outstanding metal blinds, huge feeders and large overhead feed storage bins. This offering includes an extensive list of equipment and furniture: bulldozer, grader, backhoe, two tractors with plows and implements, top-drive hunting vehicle, leather couches, flat-screen television and numerous furniture items.

This one’s ready to enjoy. $3,250,000.

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This 1,800-acre ranch is unquestionably one of the finest live water ranches available in the Texas Hill Country. The property offers seventenths of a mile on both sides of a spring-fed creek that originates on the ranch. Hundreds of thousands of gallons of water flow from the springs daily. Four concrete dams back up an enormous amount of water, up to 14' deep,

Private Live Water Ranch Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Rocksprings

enough for fantastic fishing, jet skiing or just floating on a crystal-clear lake. This amount and quality of cold clear spring water is priceless!

Outstanding improvements include an almost-new, five-bedroom, three-bath home; a guesthouse; a three-bedroom, three-bath foreman’s house; high fencing; county road frontage; native and exotic game; and some of the best black bass fishing ever. Just eight miles south of the Edwards County airport, this live water ranch is the one you have been looking for. You owe it to yourself to see this one. $7,200,000.

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A great live water ranch just minutes from San Antonio, this 120-acre property has over half a mile on both sides of a running creek with

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deep pools; a nice three-bedroom, two-bath home; improved pasture; South Texas brush;

Les Meyer

and tons of county road frontage. There is a

615 Highway 90 E. Brackettville, TX 78832

good well, community water and some of the

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largest pecan trees you have ever seen. Come look today! $1,600,000.

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This secluded 110Âą-acre ranch is convenient to Houston, Austin and San Antonio. Nestled in a grove of live oaks, the three-bedroom, two-bath, loft main home features wide-plank pine floors, wood walls, two stone fireplaces and tin ceilings, creating a cozy lodge-style

Trails End Ranch

atmosphere. The open-concept guest cottage incorporates the lodge atmosphere and is

Central Texas v Guadalupe County v Luling

accented with a stone fireplace and stone

walkways. The three-car carport/garage/workshop includes a full bath and laundry room. Enjoy the gentle breezes and views across the pond and the rolling, lush pastures from the screened-in porch or long front porches of both houses.

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Independence Rose Ranch

the package for horse enthusiasts or the weekend rancher.

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Truly a unique, custom-built executive home within commuter distance of Houston, resting on a 10-acre hillside. A three-bedroom, twobath home features a large family room with fireplace, granite island kitchen opening to the breakfast room and large expanses of glass with views of the rolling countryside. Additional amenities include walnut and stained-concrete flooring, a shared fireplace between master and master bath, video security system,

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South Texas v Calhoun County v Seadrift

Just 33 miles south of Victoria near the small coastal town of Seadrift, Texas, this 505.92 coastal acre parcel offers Victoria Barge Canal

radiant flooring in master bath and outdoor entertaining area with partial kitchen facilities, fireplace and electric screens overlooking beautiful landscaping and pool with waterfall.

This must-see home is loaded with numerous additional high-end amenities!

frontage, providing excellent areas for fishing and waterfowl hunting. Good interior roads provide access throughout the property currently used for grazing, hay production and hunting. This is one of the few large tracts on the Texas Gulf Coast with frontage on Highway 185 and Victoria Barge Canal, affording endless residential or industrial development possibilities.

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Excellent Hunting

West Texas v Jeff Davis County v Balmorhea

Silver Cloud Ranch is a 7,011-acre wildlife haven for the avid hunter. Over 10 species for hunting include grand desert mule deer, plentiful blue/ scaled quail, aoudad sheep, dove, hog, bobcat, antelope, mountain lion and grey fox—all call Silver Cloud Ranch home. Well-distributed water with four wells, surface tanks and well-maintained roads allow for easy hunting and wildlife viewing.

Heavy brush and plentiful grasses round out a healthy habitat. Easy access from all-weather road and large neighbors of good nature make this a great place to enjoy continuous fun with family and friends. The 360-degree views of the surrounding Davis Mountains are breathtaking.

Elevation changes from 3,000 to 4,000 feet give further interest. Silver Cloud Ranch is a great choice for your hunting and ranchland investment. A state/classified mineral interest at 1,940 acres over the Barnett and Woodford Shale formations is a permanent ranch feature for long-term investment. Schedule a site visit today to view the ranch first-hand and do not miss it. $965 per acre.

Audrey Rooke, Broker 64 Maguey Drive • Victoria, TX 77905

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This prime 140±-acre property has rolling pastureland scattered with big trees and lake frontage, only two hours from Dallas. A 6.5-acre private lake, a 2.2-acre lake and six ponds provide awesome fishing in addition to Lake Bob Sandlin’s largemouth bass population. Sandy loam soils and coastal Bermuda/Bahia grasses are excellent for a horse operation, cattle or producing 600± round bales annually. Improvements consist of two brick

Hidden Creek Ranch on Lake Bob Sandlin Northeast Texas v Camp County v Leesburg

homes (one remodeled), a 5,000-square-foot barn, 3,000-square-foot barn, pens, sheds, etc. The creek and back of Lake Bob Sandlin Cove provide great duck hunting, and deer are common. $1,080,000.

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This 854±-acre heavily wooded property has three miles of prime lake frontage on Lake Bob Sandlin lies only two hours east of Dallas.

Barefoot Bay Marina is included with the sale and is one of a few marinas on this part of the lake.

There are good elevations with little flood plain perfect for rural/lake development, recreational use or investment. Deer hunting is good with lots of wildlife and excellent bass fishing. FM road frontage is available. This is a rare find and a solid investment! $4,450 per acre ($3,800,000).

Lake Bob Sandlin Retreat Northeast Texas v Camp County v Pittsburg

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This top-notch 2,905±-acre Hill Country ranch is only about an hour from Dallas/Fort Worth and 15 miles southwest of Cleburne in a quiet area on FM1434. The property includes 2,500' of Brazos River frontage, one mile of live Camp Creek with “Little Falls” and “Big Falls,” two seasonal creeks, 12 stock tanks and good underground water. Tree-covered ridges provide impressive views and homesites.

Hunting is excellent with large whitetails and wildlife is plentiful. Large neighbors, including

Twin Canyon Ranch on Brazos River Texas Metroplex v Hood County v Granbury

“The Retreat,” a 3,000±-acre golf course development. This ranch can be divided into 1,093,918 and 895 acres. Motivated seller. You must see this ranch to appreciate it. $4,233 per acre ($12,296,865). Barnett Shale minerals can be purchased for additional funds.

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This 310±-acre picture-perfect ranch, less than an hour from Ft. Worth, has 3,000' of Brazos River frontage (high/low banks) and several spring-fed limestone creeks. Owners have taken meticulous care of this property, creating parklike settings you will not believe! A 170' elevation change includes awesome bluffs and scenic views, plenty of big live oaks, heavy cover, pastureland, wildlife/hunting, three ponds, three water wells, a 1,064-square-foot house, pavilion, new fencing and a stone entrance on FM2425. This immaculate property has a motivated seller and a belowmarket price! $7,900 per acre ($2,449,000).

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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 individuals or developers. 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.

Preston Carlton Real Estate Services, Inc. “Serving Texas For Over 40 Years” Post Office Box 32 Cedar Park, Texas 78630-0032

512 259-5200 512 804-6610 800 726-0490 preston@carltoncompanies.com

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Located just 30 minutes northwest of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in Bartonville, Texas, Stargate Farm is the premier Texas dressage and breeding facility. The 100-acre complex was designed with the finest equestrian amenities, with quality and craftsmanship at every turn. The main show barn has 20 deluxe stalls, two climate-controlled tack rooms, two large tiled wash racks, a laundry room/ kitchen, conference room as well as bathroom facilities complete with shower. Each stall measures 13' by 14' and has its own owner’s grooming closet/tack locker. This state-of-the-art building is equipped with modern features, such as an industrial fire suppression system, an overhead flycontrol system, security cameras, security motion sensors and a commercial washer and dryer.

Above the main barn, a spacious apartment has two bedrooms, a living room, bathroom and kitchen.

Adjacent to the main barn, a separate 20-stall training barn has a tack locker and an air-conditioned tack room with a bathroom. Stargate also has one of the finest climate-controlled indoor riding arenas in the country with features such as custom cushion flooring and roll-up overhead doors.

Overlooking the indoor arena, a large viewing lounge has living quarters, bathroom and wet bar kitchen great for entertaining. The outdoor arena measures 450' by 500' with all-weather cushion footing. Other amenities include a covered round pen, an uncovered round pen, covered walker, 30 fenced paddocks, a breeding barn and jumping arena. Also on the property is a custom-built 4,000-square-foot main home and additional staff quarters.

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This beautiful 6J/Moore Ranch is now offered at a reduced price for your viewing and purchase.

The 481-acre ranch is about seven miles west of Huntsville and one hour north of Houston, with a mile of paved Bowden Road frontage. The historic centerpiece of this ranching operation is the gorgeous three-story main home on the top of the most beautiful hill on the ranch, overlooking a 10-acre lake. This 8,700-square-foot grand

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

home was built in the Colonial Revival style and constructed in 1913 in Huntsville by Col. A. T. McKinney. The home was moved in 1984 from downtown Huntsville and extensively restored to

reflect its history. This majestic home with its wide galleries and tall columns earned the Huntsville Board of Realtors Community Revitalization Award in 1987. This beautiful working ranch with the 10-acre lake and the splendid historical home are a “must see” for any buyer desiring peace and elegance.

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Nelius Road Treasure

102 acres with a beautiful custom home atop a high hill overlooking a magnificent 5-acre lake. This exceptional property on Nelius

Central Texas v Austin County v Bellville

Road is only five minutes from Bellville.

The home has been extensively remodeled and its rustic décor features pine and cedar plank walls and floors. High ceilings with exposed beams allow panoramic views of the rolling landscape. The home boasts a comfortable screened-in back porch and a spacious wraparound front porch. Any owner will appreciate the magnificent views and enjoy the

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recreational opportunities offered by the sparkling lake.

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This motivated seller will pay a $25,000 bonus to the selling agent only if contract is closed and funded on or before July 30, 2009. This custom four-bedroom home designed by Houston architect Joe Milton sits on a 39-acre hilltop north of Chappell Hill. The property, with mature trees, an arena and five-stall horse barn, is perfect for the equestrian enthusiast.

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This custom, five-bedroom, three-bath country home has formal dining, 9' ceilings and three wood-burning fireplaces. A spacious family kitchen offers wood floors, large island, upgrade appliances, breakfast nook with bay windows and a fireplace. The living room features a wet bar,

Bill Johnson & Associates Real Estate

covers nearly the length of the home. The downstairs master wing includes a library with wood floors, wood panel walls, fireplace and bookshelves. The spacious master bedroom has a wall of windows with French doors to the back porch and an additional room that could be utilized as a nursery/office. The master bath has a large tub, separate shower and walk-in closets. Two

420 East Main Street Bellville, Texas 77418

bedrooms, a full bath and a large laundry room lie downstairs. The ideal place for the children

979 865-5969 • 281 463-3791

beautiful home is tucked into the trees on 11.73 beautiful acres with perimeter fencing, a pond,

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is upstairs, which offers two bedrooms, a Jack and Jill bath and a media/playroom space. This paved road frontage and is in one of the premier locations of this area.

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This large investment-grade ranch in the Dallas/Fort Worth path of growth lies just 35 miles from Dallas and offers easy access to I-35E and I-35W. The property features a gated entrance, extensive paving with excellent fences and 454 mineral acres in the Barnett Shale natural gas formation (with interest in a well currently being drilled). Enjoy the rolling terrain with a diverse mixture of wooded areas and open pastures and meadows. Built in 2003, a 5,017-square-foot custom home offers media and game rooms, tile and slate flooring, double crown molding and window casings, custom cabinets, high ceilings throughout, an interior storm shelter with concrete walls and a large 50' by 30' pool with hot tub. The 2,400-square-foot guest or manager’s residence

Jim Strawn

complements the 5,000+-square-foot barn. The ranch offers Highway 157 frontage, eight stock

9615 Angleridge Dallas, TX 75238

tanks and a seasonal creek. A highly improved ranch borders to the south. $7,400,000. Visit us

214 553-4500 office

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For the “gentleman rancher,” this incredible Texas ranch home on 50+ acres will meet all your expectations. Gated entry with rock columns and an asphalt drive leads to a home featuring a grand entry with soaring ceilings, gourmet kitchen, fabulous living area, game room, large

Rancher’s Dream

master suite, three guest bedrooms, a study, hobby room and huge porch for enjoying

Southeast Texas v Walker County v Huntsville

a great view. Skilled craftsmen beautifully

executed in every detail, lovely lighting and amazing windows combine to show off these features. The property includes a 36' by 36' horse barn with 12' overhangs, concrete floor, wash rack and more. Featuring manicured pastures with quality fencing and cross-fencing. Unbelievable views of rolling pastureland, three ponds and scattered hardwoods, this property is one of Walker County’s finest. $1,650,000.

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Set on 40 acres, this ranch comes complete with a beautiful 3,100-square-foot Hill Country rock home with four bedrooms, three baths and two-car garage. The home features wood and tile floors throughout, custom oak cabinets, two rock fireplaces, an office, flex room, large

South Texas Horse Property

master bedroom suite, large country kitchen, adjoining bath for each bedroom and front

South Texas v Victoria County v Telferner

and rear porches. Conveniently located on the

property, the 80' by 120' barn has stalls, tack room, feed room and expansive storage. The fenced and cross-fenced property has a pond and working windmill. Only 120 miles to Houston, 85 miles to Corpus Christi, 35 miles to the Texas Gulf Coast and 5 miles to Victoria, this place is the perfect location for the recreational or dedicated horse enthusiast. $690,000.

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How about owning a piece of history from Walker County? The historic Crabbs Prairie Schoolhouse, sitting on 2.6 acres, has been transformed inside and out into an impressive 4,200+-square-foot home. Four large classrooms have become bedrooms, each with a half-bath.

The kitchen has gorgeous cabinetry, ample counter space and a large island with sink. The

Historic Crabbs Prairie Schoolhouse

spacious master bedroom offers a sitting area.

Southeast Texas v Walker County v Huntsville

The “grand room,” formerly the auditorium, features beautiful wood flooring, a stage and is the perfect entertaining area. Paved driveways, a large covered carport, five ready-to-use recreational vehicle spaces and a manicured, fenced lawn are features of this property. Let your imagination be your guide as this property has multiple uses. $350,000.

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square feet, three bedrooms, two baths and a two-car carport on a tree-shaded hill overlooking rolling pastureland with attractive fencing, a stocked pond, improved grasses and a 25' by 32' barn/workshop. The extensively landscaped yard includes a quaint gazebo and producing fruit trees. This property has good frontage on SH-75N with easy access to IH-45 and is only five minutes north of Madisonville. You will have plenty of room to roam and enjoy the country lifestyle. Bring your kids, cattle and horses and enjoy this property. $429,000.

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From atop the hill of this 51±-acre ranch, you can see forever. The custom four-bedroom, three-bath stone home offers wraparound porches, a double-sided fireplace separating the living and dining rooms, gourmet kitchen with dining area, large windows, study and upstairs bonus room. Offering two ponds and improved pastures, the ranch is within 30 minutes of Texas A&M University and city amenities. $1,189,900. Call Cathy Cole, listing agent, for more details at 979 251-0603.

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This 327±-acre ranch is complete with barns, pens, stalls, improved grasses, a large pond and scattered trees. The three-bedroom, twobath Austin stone home was built in 2008 and features a cook’s kitchen, large living area with high ceiling, formal dining room, three-car garage and covered patio for entertaining. There is also a spacious guest/manager’s home and

Jet Ranch

a dirt landing strip. Owner financing available. $2,495,000. Call Cathy Cole, listing agent, for

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This incredible 112±-acre ranch has rolling hills, large lake, pond and a perpetual springfed creek with natural sandstone and a trickling waterfall. A stately four-bedroom, three-bath plantation home is nestled among pecan trees and features formals, an inviting kitchen, downstairs master suite and spacious living.

The grounds offer a guest home, pens, corrals,

Mill Creek Farms

a livestock/equipment barn, storage barn, picnic areas, pool and gazebo. $1,495,000. Call Jo Ann Holba, listing broker, at 979 885-8171.

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A winding drive takes you to a three-bedroom, two-bath country home surrounded by 53± acres.

The screened-in porch and stone patios provide a place to admire the beautiful countryside. A barn has a wood-burning stove, auto door, large windows, bath and hook-ups ready for a kitchen.

Scattered trees provide privacy, and woods with trails are behind the home. If you need more acreage, additional land is available. $621,000. Call Cathy Cole, listing agent, at 979 251-0603.

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Just minutes north of Interstate 10W in Winnie, these 41+ acres offer a two-bedroom, two-bath, Western-style home completely renovated 10 years ago. The home offers cedar siding with a metal roof and an impressive decorative front gate with automatic opener. The living space is

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well thought out and comfortable with vaulted ceilings made of longleaf pine boards. Ceiling fans complement each room. The outdoor living space has a large covered porch, ceiling fans and outdoor speakers. The beautiful flagstone patio under the wonderful live oak trees is perfect for

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entertaining. The fenced and cross-fenced property includes 1,200' of treated four-board wooden

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fence. The 40' by 80' Mueller metal shop has an unfinished 800-square-foot office/living quarters with HVAC, covered portico with stone columns and stone front, decorative Texas star front door

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with sidelights and underground utilities with ground transformer. A 1±-acre pond and improved

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This is a spectacular Hill Country retreat with water, water, water! Breathtaking Hill Country views and sunsets are witnessed from the sprawling decks across the hilltops. The pasture includes both sides of strong-flowing Indian Creek, which has been enhanced with a newly constructed, natural rock bottom, in-creek lap pool. The pool is lined on one side by rock walls with swim-outs, steps and an expansive crushed granite and limestone terrace graciously shaded by ancient native trees and the other side by high bluff walls draped in lush ferns and native vegetation. A strong-flowing spring has been uncovered in another area of the ranch. This area creates a cool, shaded refuge for numerous native and exotic

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free-ranging game. Abundant hardwoods consist of Spanish oak, sycamore, elm, live oak, pecan,

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zoysia grass giving rise to a lush, rock-bordered lawn. The home has been recently upgraded with

native rock home with multiple decks that bring the outside in and meander onto irrigated

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nature-textured tile floors, granite countertops and new appliances. Solid wood cabinetry with

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walnut, madrone, blue oak and heart cedar. Improvements consist of a modest Hill Country

by large ranches, creating a private and secluded atmosphere. Exclusively offered for $1,770,000.

An additional 155± adjoining acres are available for $6,500 per acre.

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This 98+-acre ranch east of Austin is presently used to raise registered Beefmaster cattle. 75% of the land is covered in Tifton Bermuda, with the balance in elms, oaks and single-trunk cedars.

Ideal for cattle and horses, the property features two creeks and three stock tanks. Built circa 1900 and completely refurbished in 2001, a beautiful 5,000-square-foot, Victorian-style home sits on gently rolling terrain. Restored in harmony with its original era, the residence features longleaf pine floors, transom doors and rich wood casings to name a few. Visit www.1338fm1704.com for more information and photos of this exceptional Central Texas estate. $1,150,000.

Janice Hurst, GRI Luxury Home Marketing Specialist 950 Westbank Drive, Suite 100 Austin, TX 78746

512 327-4800 office 512 507-6988 cell • 512 328-0518 fax janice@ameliabullock.com www.ameliabullock.com

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Legends of Texas evolve from historic ranches like this, extending from picturesque canyons to the dramatic rugged Davis Mountains with three major geographical peaks. An excellent network of roads allows access to the low country also to the high hills and mountains, usable habitat for trophy-class mule deer, aoudad sheep, scaled/blue quail, elk, dove, wild turkey, black bear, antelope, javelina, mountain lion, etc. Circa 1904, the old Kingston Homestead reigns over the property, a plantation-style limestone lodge with wraparound porches, historic cowboy bunkhouse and cabin. Working infrastructure includes a tack room, walk-in cooler, three sets of pipe cattle pens and metal feeders. Madera Canyon Ranch is watered by the main Kingston Springs and other live springs recharged from mountain rains on the canyon watershed, plus there are six wells, one producing 300± gpm, and six tanks. The ranch lies over the Barnett Shale and Woodford Shale formations. A portion of the fee minerals will convey; there are 3,000+ acres of state classified minerals. Contact Al Philip or Robert Dullnig.

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Just outside Los Fresnos, 20 miles from South Padre Island and 12 miles north of Brownsville’s entrance to Mexico lies one of Texas’ best-kept secrets. The Chachalaca Bend Birding and Nature Retreat presents 38 acres of country paradise with beautiful wildlife, 1,800 feet of Resaca frontage and luxury accommodations ideal for year-round birdwatchers. The private residence is complete with a library, exercise room, butler’s pantry, detached heated pool with elevated spa and a covered Dynamic Cooking Systems grill. The guest quarters has two luxury rooms, each with wet bar and Italian-tiled baths beset by covered patios. Surrounded by 2,600 square feet of covered flagstone and Brazilian wood porches, the seven-bedroom, six- and one-half-bath inn has king-sized beds, jetted tubs and

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showers. Each room is distinctively furnished and decorated with terra-cotta tile, slate or wood floors

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and tumbled marble bathroom tiles. The lodge has 1,200 square feet of entertaining room built with light-colored river stone, beams, barn wood siding, a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, 22' ceilings and custom

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French doors opening to a large covered patio with John Watson landscape lighting. An exclusive

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second floor has a bedroom and bath with a secluded deck. A large workshop and storage room with central air conditioning, glass greenhouse and another storage building add to the amenities.

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Do not miss this opportunity to own a rare combination of privacy and close proximity to San Antonio. Offering good frontage along County Road 550 southwest of Castroville, this ranch features an excellent mixture of fertile fields, high protein brush and rolling live oak hills with good views. The headwaters of San Francisco Perez Creek and Black Creek have been dammed in four places to form nice ponds for livestock and wildlife. This is an excellent hunting ranch!

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Hoffman International Tina McCelvey & Assoc.

Properties 210 495-TINA (8462) www.TexasRanchGirl.com

Selling Texas’ Finest Ranch Properties 6835 Westlake Avenue Dallas, Texas 75214 214 698-1736 Mineola, East Texas office: 903 569-6966 www.MagnificentProperties.com

Call your Texas ranch & horse property specialist Realtor Vanessa Andrews to buy or sell a property.

972 816-3014 (cell) www.UltimateRanches.com Info@UltimateRanches.com See the websites listed above for more information and available properties.

R.D. Kothmann Real Estate Junction, Texas www.kothmannrealestate.com

325 446-3013 office 8 ac. Main Llano River, improvements, 2 wells. $650K 15± ac. S. Llano River frontage, near Junction. $675K 17.61 ac. Main Llano R., cabin, well, good locale. $350K 30 ac. Sutton Co., home, well, outbldgs, fences. $310K 50± ac. London area, 2-story home, new horse barn. $395,000 72± ac. S. Llano River, 2 homes, pecan bottom. $1.7M 148± ac. N. Llano R., house, doublewide, 3 wells, water rights.

246.8 ac. S. Llano R., 2 wells, fields, owner-agent. $1,600,000 387± ac. Spring w/small dam, well, views, large trees. $2,750/acre 396.84 ac. Springs, views, rock home w/tank, can be divided. $2,750/acre 475± ac. Older home, 2 wells, live oaks & mesquites. $2,725/acre 667± ac. Hills overlooking Junction, breathtaking views, commercial corner.

787.31 ac. Springs, house, cabin, shop, well, good tree cover. $2,600,000 961± ac. Main Llano R., water rights, great improvements, views. $3,400,000 2,800± ac. Bear Creek, springs, historical rock house, foreman’s home, high fences. $3,500/acre 9,500± ac. Ft. McKavett area, roads, fences, improvements, minerals. $1,650/acre

Cover house of this magazine: The Hilltop Ranch – Navarro County Corsicana, Texas 75110 1,200-acre TX showplace horse & cattle ranch!

Just 4 miles west of the Navarro County Exposition Center, the Hilltop ranch awaits. 1,000 acres of fenced grass pastures, 13 tanks/ponds with fish and a 150acre private lake. 8,800-square-foot main home, 11-stall show barn & covered arena.

See the 3-page cover story (page 9) for details/pictures in this magazine and please take a virtual tour of this fine ranch on the websites listed above. Please contact agent Vanessa Andrews for more info 972 816-3014 or for an appointment. $3,900,000.

Most furnishings & equipment negotiable.

The Ultimate Cutting Horse & Cattle Ranch Saint Jo -- Cooke County Near Gainesville, just 90 minutes north of DFW International Airport. This is a turn-key, 430 prime acre, world-class horse facility horse & cattle ranch. Would also make a fantastic retreat. Stunning Hill Country type land & valley views, green pastures, 1.5 miles of private soft white sandy beach frontage on the Red River!

Amazing places to ride horses and 4-wheelers. Awesome 10,000 sq. ft. Hill Country-style main home by architect Frank Welch. A fabulous resort-style pool w/cabana & waterfall, inspired by Possum Kingdom’s club pool.

Photos & details on websites listed above. $5,850,000.

Most furnishings & equipment negotiable.

Open Range, Inc. audrey@texasopenrange.com www.texasopenrange.com

361 578-8993 Madera Canyon Ranch: 19,680 Acres Features mountains, springs, a private canyon and is rich with wildlife.

Silver Cloud Ranch: 7,011 Acres Hills, 4 water wells, surface tanks, big mule deer, many blue quail; a hunter’s honey pot. $965/acre 1,365 Acres w/2 Miles of Aransas River South Texas big deer and brush. $3,300/acre range.

Additional acreage available. Call for appt. to see it.

500 Ac. Good Black Soil Cropland: Refugio Co. Big neighbors w/brushland. Great hwy. access.

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3,150 Acres: La Salle County. High fenced, 3/2 cabin, 40-acre lake, breeder pens and excellent hunting.

NEW 1,750 Acres: Frio County. Low-fenced, cabin, native brush, irrigation well, lots of game and income.

956 Acres: Zavala County. 9 mi. north of Big Well.

885 Acres: Dimmit Co. OWNER FINANCING. 136 Acres: LaSalle Co. 15,000 sq. ft. horse barn, tank.

Tejas Properties www.tejas-properties.com

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Austin Co., Wallis: 50 acres w/3/2 brick home, 2 miles from town. $295,000 Fort Bend Co., Needville: 62 ac. w/FM 1462 frtg., by Brazos Bend State Park. Owner financing. $6,995/ac Fort Bend Co., Needville: 2-acre and 10- to 20-acre single-family home tracts in an airport subdivision on a 3,000-foot paved runway.

Brazoria Co., Rosharon: 5 acres with nice 3/2 brick home with new roof. Out of flood plain. $295,000 Schleicher Co., Eldorado: 320 acres w/great hunting, road frontage, well & electric. $1,395/acre Knox Co., Benjamin: 19,000 acres, high-fenced w/miles of riverfront. Near town & highway frontage.

Edwards Co., Rocksprings: 962 acres, great hunting with some improvements. $1,195/acre Several Large Ranches: From 7,400 to 25,000 acres, some with live water!

LaSalle Co., Cotulla: 1,389 acres, great deer, 7BR lodge, good mesquite, tanks & irrigation. $2,495/acre

5 Star Country Properties www.5starcountry.com

979 830-5040 SAN ANTONIO BAY RANCH: S.H. 185, Calhoun Co.: 455 acres; excellent duck/waterfowl hunting & fishing; develop. potential - $1,592,000; additional acreage available w/extensive road frontage: 25 acres for $347,500 & 50 acres for $695,000.

WALNUT CREEK RANCH: Walnut Creek, Montgomery Co.: 30 acres; 4/4 log home, 4-stall horse barn, equipment barn on slab; loafing sheds; riding arena; turnout paddocks; lake & pond. $795,000.

FARMLAND: CR 264, Burleson Co.: 251 improved acres w/irrigation well near College Station. $614,950.

SERENITY PARK: Rehburg Rd., Burton, Washington Co.: 38.027 secluded, parklike acres w/gorgeous pond; heavily wooded areas w/rails; fruit orchard; propane, elec. to property; storage container; gated entrance; 5 min. from Lake Somerville. $456,324.

HONAH LEE OAKS RANCH: Private Rd. 4007, Halletsville, Lavaca Co: 83.53 rolling acres, clusters of majestic live oaks, 2 ponds, hay meadow w/scattered oaks, great mix woods & open pastures; windmill; fenced & cross-fenced. $413,402 BELL HOLLOW: Murphy Rd., Waller, Waller Co: 9 ac. with a great 3/2 house w/split floor plan; custom kitchen w/maple cabinets; porches along front & back; 1,800±-sf barn w/living quarters & large stocked pond for fishing. Convenient to Houston. $398,000

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Round Top Real Estate 979 249-5732 The Belle of Round Top. Fabulous 2-story, 4/4.5 restored plantation-style home on 15.44 acres in Round Top Oaks. Currently used as a B&B. #44134fr 42 Heavily Wooded Acres with .75-acre pond, near Round Top in the Waldeck area. #46401fr 13.5 Acres on FM 609. Partially wooded with a small pond. 8± miles N. of Flatonia. #46743fr Carmine Cottage. Charming turn-of-the-century farmhouse on a .76-acre lot. Excellent commercial location on U.S. Hwy 290 in Carmine. #44572fr 18+ Acres on FM 159 just northeast of La Grange.

Heavily wooded with a nice pond, convenient to Hwy. 71 and Fayette County Lake. #48330fr 10.14 Acres on Schoenst Rd. 3± miles from the square in Round Top. Partially wooded. #49174fr Brenham, FM 2502. 46 rolling acres, partially wooded w/live oaks and hardwoods, pond. #52955fr 34 Acres in West Point on Hwy. 71E. Just west of LaGrange, partially wooded, seasonal creek. 2,766 s.f., 2-story home. #51911fr Great Horse Property! 31 or 54 acres. Round Top, 4141 Markwardt Rd. 4/3 house, equip barn, horse barn w/stalls, partially wooded, seasonal creek. #52638fr 113 Heavily Wooded, Rolling Acres on Hwy. 71W, Smithville w/2 ponds. 4/3 Spanish-style remodeled home. #53205fr Meymac, Correze, Limousine Province. .9-acre tract in the heart of France. #2024894fr Round Top Oaks, Round Top, TX. Two tracts half a mile from the Round Top square, underground utilities, restrictions. #45715fr & 47831fr 25 Acres on FM 1291, Round Top. 3,000 s.f. home, with 3,000 s.f. wraparound deck. Pond with covered deck/pier, partially wooded, 2 antique barns & milking shed. Also available with 75 acres. #52552fr Home on Just Over an Acre in Round Top. 3/2.5 home, separate barn with concrete floor, electric & plumbing, ideal for guest house or studio. #49310fr

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866 904-1515 toll free CONTACT HOWARD HAM, 210 382-5003 282± ACRES: Bexar County Off Pleasanton Rd, 15± min. from Toyota or Texas A&M University, 20± min. from downtown San Antonio. 78 acres are portion engineered & platted for 57 acres, 1-acre residential lots, leaving 204± level treed acres. Seasonal stream & two tanks. Deer, turkey, birds. Great for horses. $1,593,000 112+ ACRES: Gonzales County 2 tanks & seasonal creek. Large oaks. Low fenced.

Set of pens. Ideal for hunting or recreation. Blind, feeder, converted bus w/electricity. $360,000 12 ACRES: Blanco County One-of-a-kind horse property within Lake of the Hills Estates subdivision. Updated four-bedroom home. 10-stall stable. Barn & shed. $420,000 10± ACRES: Comal County Paved county road frontage, across from new Canyon Lake High. Used for horse training. Onestory ranch home, garage, barn & pens. Investment/ development potential. $499,000

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(Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty continued) CONTACT JOHN BARRERA, 210 862-5187 15.61± ACRES: Bee County Custom built & secluded contemporary home is on 15.61 acres with custom pool. Prime location is less than 1 mile from Beeville Country Club & Golf Course. The spacious 5,600± sq. ft. residence has 5BR/3.5 baths & premier renovated kitchen. 900± sq. ft. deck & swimming pool. Detached garage.

Horses allowed. An exceptional property. $650,000

CONTACT SUSAN HALLMARK, 830 816-5260 50± ACRES: Bandera County Horses welcome! Custom 2-story home, 1,800± sq. ft. barn w/8 stalls, equipment barn, round pen, outside paddocks, horse fencing divides 7 separate pastures. Between Kerrville & Bandera.

CONTACT STEVEN BENNETT, 210 287-3776 41± ACRES: Kendall County Rare Guadalupe Riverfront property with 1,100 feet of river. Easy access off paved county road & just min. to Boerne/Blanco. Majestic trees. Native wildlife.

39± ACRES: Bandera County Hill Country home overlooks scenic landscape. Hay barn. Working pens, round pen & 1 well. Highfenced on 2 sides. Native wildlife includes herd of blackbuck antelope.

29± ACRES: Kerr County 1,400’ of Guadalupe River frontage in Centerpoint, TX! Pavilion with fireplace & bath. Pole barn. Septic.

Well. 125 pecan trees plus others.

Bownds & Associates, Inc. Realtors www.bowndsrealtors.com

Ranch Land Co. Leon Nance, Broker www.ranchlandco.com

325 658-8978 Runnels Co., 5,946 Acres: Mustang Creek, lakes, taps off Abilene pipeline, excellent quail, blackbuck antelope & whitetail deer hunting. Make an offer!

Tom Green Co., 4,140 Acres: High fenced! Excellent hunting retreat, cabin & a large 3/2 limestone house.

Must see!

Coke, Runnels & Tom Green Cos., 5,820 Acres: 13 surface tanks, 5 water wells & excellent hunting.

Oak Creek Lake, .7 Acres: Lake frontage, beautiful home, boat dock & ramp. Won’t last long!

Brown Co., 290 Acres: 3/2 brick home, Coleman Co. waterline, five stocked surface tanks & excellent hunting. Make an offer!

Tom Green Co., 66 Acres and 44 Acres: Stonewall Valley addition. Last two sites! In Christoval ISD. Excellent investment.

Coke & Runnels Cos., 691 Acres: Prime hunting land. Game managed. Additional land for sale.

Tom Green Co., 443 Acres: Cultivated, underground irrigation system, water well & over half a mile of Spring Creek frontage. Must see!

Coleman Co., 546 Acres: Home, creek, 8 surface tanks, excellent hunting & beautiful live oaks.

Schleicher Co., 540 Acres: Attention hunters!

4BR/2.5BA hunting lodge, attached 1,920 sq. ft. shop, excellent hunting. Game managed & protein fed.

San Saba Co., 100 Acres: Quite, country living, highway frontage near San Saba. Beautiful views, several good building sites. Good hunting, water well & large surface tank.

Taylor Co., 374 Acres: Panoramic views, good building sites, electricity & water well. New fence, excellent hunting. Near Abilene. Must see!

830 966-6111 Majestic Oaks of the Sabinal River. 10.1± acres.

Both sides of river. Massive hardwoods. $290,000 Hill Country Homestead. 41± acres. River frontage.

Nice 3BR/2.5BA home. $812,250 The Coun-tree Side. 5.4± acres. Unimproved. Indian mounds. River. Large trees. $161,975 Paradise Oaks. 10± acres. 3BR/2BA log home.

Secluded and private. $225,000 Home on the Sabinal River. 47± acres. River frontage. Custom home. $973,750 7 Acres. Paved county road frontage. Great views of the canyon. $148,000 Homesite Overlooking Sabinal River. 5± acres.

River frontage. Gated community. $169,000 Riverfront. 37± acres. Prime location. River frontage.

Great homesite. $521,455 Beautiful Homesite. 6± acres. Improved. $155,000 8 Acres. Highway frontage. Fenced. Nice trees. No restrictions. $77,000 The Hideaway. 1.5± acres. Creek frontage. Excellent views. $215,000 Cypress Falls #7. Restricted homesite on 5± acres.

River frontage. $155,000 Paradise Oaks #8. 4/2 manufactured home on 5± acres with views of the surrounding hills. $129,900 Residential w/Potential. 1.2± acres. Older 3/2 home. Fenced. Great location. $100,000 Sabinal River Frontage. 69± acres. Beautiful river frontage. $1,248,965 Clear Flowing Sabinal River. 57± acres. Strong springs. River frontage. Home. $1,032,270

Double H Property Management, LLC Debbie Hanna “Saddle Up for Success” www.doublehproperties.com

409 893-3233 cell 40 ACRES FOR SALE: Just a stone’s throw from Hwy 105 in Sour Lake, TX. Hardin-Jefferson ISD. Topography is basically level and property is cleared w/scattered timber. Water wells on site. Frame/pier and beam structure could be temporary offices, living quarters 3BR/2BA, or climate-control storage. Seller would consider selling additional acreage up to 80± acres total. $400,000 list price. MLS# 135411 Debbie Hanna, Broker works by a very simple code of ethics: work hard, strive for excellence and be truly committed to all your endeavors. She takes this code—the “Code of the West”—very seriously and applies it to her daily work as a real estate professional serving Southeast Texas. When it comes to helping you with your most important investment, she won’t settle for less, and neither should you. When you’re ready for great results, contact Debbie and “Saddle Up for Success!”

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Ed White Realty Rocksprings, TX www.edwhiterealty.com

800 683-LAND 2 ac. Lake Tawakoni. $24,995 33 ac. Cabin, water, elec, deer, hwy. $98,500 34 ac. County road, shared well. $49,950 37 ac. 29' trailer, blinds, feeders, axis. $49,950 40 ac. Hwy, fence, axis, deer, turkey. $89,950 41 ac. Well, elec, hwy, deer, turkey. $99,950 50 ac. Home, well, elec, axis, dry Devils R. $99,950 50 ac. Homes, barn, well, elec, septic, deer. $199,950 54 ac. Cabin, elec, blds, fdrs, shared well. $89,995 55 ac. Lodge, elec, water, deer, aoudad. $69,950 55 ac. Trailer, elec, blds, fdrs, shared well. $89,995 55 ac. Home, barn, well, minerals, axis. $299,950 73 ac. Cabin, hwy, fenced, axis, turkey. $149,950 76 ac. Trailer, well, elec, septic, fence, hwy. $159,950 80 ac. Cabins, trailer, shop, well, elec, deer. $149,950 80 ac. Home, barns, well, axis, elk, terms. $599,950 81 ac. Well, elec, hwy, deer, turkey. $179,950 91 ac. Container, blinds, feeders, axis. $99,950 93 ac. Cabin, barn, pond, deer, water. $89,950 98 ac. Home, barns, well, elec, hwy, axis. $199,950 98 ac. Home, hwy, Walnut Creek, Lockhart. $699,950 100 ac. Trailer, elec, water, blds/fdrs, axis. $159,999 100 ac. Water, elec, axis, elk, turkey. $190,000 101 ac. Oaks, shared well, elk. $139,950 101 ac. Well, windmill, deer, turkey. $149,950 101 ac. Home, water, elec, axis, elk. $149,950 103 ac. Fence, creek, hilltop, axis, deer. $139,950 103 ac. Amistad area luxury home, well. $349,000 104 ac. Fence, water, valley, deer, turkey. $139,950 105 ac. Cave Crk, water, elec, deer, turkey. $149,950 105 ac. Big creek, water, turkey, dove, axis. $144,950 105 ac. Cabin, trailer, elec, fence, hwy. $199,950 106 ac. Cabin, blds, feeder, shared well, deer. $99,950 107 ac. Water, troughs, feeders, deer, turkey. $89,950 109 ac. Shared well, axis, turkey $149,950 109 ac. Cabin, trailers, blinds, feeders, elec. $173,995 111 ac. Cabin, trailer, elec, deer, turkey. $99,950 112 ac. Creek valley, axis, deer, turkey. $149,950 114 ac. Cabin, well, elec, axis, hwy. $249,950 135 ac. Water, tank, fence, deer, turkey. $134,950 135 ac. Water, elec, axis, elk, turkey. $199,950 146 ac. Fence, well, tanks, troughs, creek. $799,950 148 ac. Water, views, axis, deer, turkey. $189,000 150 ac. Water, tank, troughs, deer, turkey. $199,950 155 ac. Water, views, turkey, dove, axis. $199,950 156 ac. Oak, fence, well, creek, axis, elk. $799,950 167 ac. Water, elec avail, axis, turkey. $219,950 176 ac. Hilltop, valley, water, elec, axis. $229,950 219 ac. Piñon, water, elec, axis, turkey. $279,950 233 ac. Water, elec, road end, fence, axis. $299,950 262 ac. Cabin, elec, water, blds/fdrs, elk. $349,950 269 ac. Hm, well, pond, caves, axis, elk. $598,000 276 ac. Well, I-10, axis, turkey, deer. $549,000 281 ac. Well, I-10, axis, turkey, deer. $549,000 285 ac. Hm, wells, tanks, deer, Abilene. $299,950 301 ac. Wells, feeder, fence, oaks, creek. $1.5M 310 ac. Water, elec, hilltop, axis, dove. $399,950 339 ac. 1,900' Devils R., cabin, well, elec. $1.29M 357 ac. Windmill, pens, deer, turkey, I-10. $642,000 385 ac. Well, fence, deer, turkey, I-10. $692,000 396 ac. Well, catfish pond, axis, near Amistad. $569K 397 ac. Home, elec, water, blds/fdrs, elk. $449,950 402 ac. Hangar, airstrip, elec, axis, turkey. $699,950 415 ac. Well, fenced, piñon, axis, turkey. $599,950 490 ac. Hwy, pond, wells, elec, cabin, deer. $699,950 542 ac. Home, oaks, 60,000-acre neighbor. $999K 549 ac. Well, catfish pond, axis, near Amistad. $789K

640 ac. Home, barn, well, pens, hwy $1.49M 710 ac. Homes, barns, pool, elk, airstrip. $2.95M 720 ac. Hwy, oak hilltops, deer, turkey $1.22M 742 ac. Hm, barns, wells, fenced, axis, elk $1.48M 746 ac. Lodge, cabin, wells, Hwy, airstrip $895,000 812 ac. Well, fence, pond, axis, turkey, I-10. $1.37M 878 ac. Well, lodge, barn, cooler, pond, I-10. $1.66M 896 ac. Lodge, well, hi-fncd, elk, deer, turkey $1.75M 935 ac. Well, fncd, piñon, axis, turkey, dove. $1.21M 960 ac. Hwy, wmill well, oaks, deer, turkey. $1.63M 979 ac. Hms, wells, barns, pond, airstrip, elk $3.548M 1,191 ac. Live water, Mexico near Eagle Pass. $699K 1,239 ac. Homes, barn, 2 wells, fenced, hwy. $2.10M 1,304 ac. Fncd, piñon, deer, turkey, dove, axis. $1.69M 1,434 ac. Well, tnk, views, piñon, turkey, axis. $1.85M 1,925 ac. Well, tnk, views, piñon, turkey, axis. $2.49M 2,000+ ac. Lake Amistad area 4 lodges fully equipped hi-fncd premier, whitetail, elk, turkey, quail. $3.45M 2,369 ac. Wells, tanks, piñon, turkey, axis. $2.99M 2,681 ac. Live water, Mex. near Eagle Pass. $2.14M 3,229 ac. Wells, tanks, piñon, axis, turkey. $3.99M 3,751 ac. Lodge, barn, cooler, ponds, I-10, axis. $5.99M 4,286 ac. Lodge, wells, blds/fdrs, hwy, deer, turkey. $6.9M 6,000 ac. Wells, tanks, piñon, turkey, dove, axis. $7.77M

Markham Realty, Inc. www.markhamrealty.com

888 286-3575 HUNTSVILLE AREA PROPERTIES 5.4 Ac. W. on paved road. $8,750/acre 11.5 Ac. N. w/3-2-3 log home, barn, pond. $349,999 12.6 Ac. N. on Hwy. 75. Rolling wooded. $5,500/ac 16.5 Ac. NE. w/3-3-2 brick home, FM frtg. $315K 20.6 Ac. NW. w/4,000-sf, brick, 2-story. $459,000 34 Ac. N. w/new 3,000+-sf 4-4-4 home. $480,000 36.5 Ac. N. on Hwy. 75, wooded & rolling. $4,150/ac 42 Ac. NE. horse ranch w/prof. barn & apt. $399K 87.9 Ac. W. w/5,000-sf home. Showplace. $1.145M 109 Ac. Crockett, 4,000-sf hm., 5 lakes, hills. $1.25M 220 Ac. N. on C.Rd. new fences, lakes, wildlife. $3,995/ac 250 Ac. N. on C.Rd., 75% woods, wildlife. $3,895/ac 293 Ac. Madison Co. w/8,400’ of Rd. Frtg. $3,495/ac 384 Ac. North on Highway 75, wooded, creek. $4,490/acre 468 Ac. North on 2 county roads, fences, wildlife or livestock. $3,895/acre

King Land & Water James King, Agent james@kinglandwater.com www.kinglandwater.com

432 426-2024 Jeff Davis Co., TX - Box Springs Ranch 976 acres with mountain views and hunting. $2,475 per acre Jeff Davis Co., TX - Sleeping Lion Mountain 41.8 acres overlooking Fort Davis NHS. $695,000 Jeff Davis County, TX: Limpia Wind Adobe Custom adobe home w/luxury features. $1,195,000 Presidio County, TX: Marfa House and Property Award-winning 8,000+ sq. ft. home with 2,400 acres west of Marfa. $5,600,000

Metro Brokers, Inc. Joe Demko, Broker

972 467-3008

158-Acre Tejas Ranch Near Dallas, TX Fabulous custom home built Dec. 2003 with upgrades galore and cowboy-shaped pool on 158 acres. Fenced, X-fenced, fishing pond, storm shelter, two aerobic septic systems and rare MINERAL rights. Incredible privacy yet just outside city and just off U.S. Highway 69. Approximately 2,000 feet of deeded private road secured by two metal gates for optimal home privacy. Expensive extensions of utility lines, road and DSL. Select fill pad, 66 preconstruction piers, radiant energy barrier, home warranty, upgraded security and multi-user HD satellite systems. Nice 50x30 insulated barn w/ full apartment, heat and A/C. Livestock and horses are negotiable with sale. Owner FINANCING with terrific rates available. Ranch website at www.

TEJASLonghorn.com. Incredible value!

Hortenstine Ranch Company, LLC www.hrcranch.com

214 616-1305 mobile 214 366-7776 office/fax Jack Co., 801 Ac. Lost Creek, grazing, hunting, Jacksboro near State Park, scenic bluff. $2,495/acre Jack Co., 217 Ac. High-fncd hunting operation, whitetail deer, exotics, 5 stock tanks, 2 cabins. $850,000 Montague Co., 1,242 Ac. Cattle ranch near Bowie, Hwy. 287, big stock tanks, creek, trees. $2,053/acre Throckmorton Co., 640 Ac. 300 ac. cultivated, 340 ac. of mesquite pasture, hunting, farming, ranching, FM 2459, Elbert area, rural water. $1,395/acre Throckmorton Co., 160 Ac. 96 acres cultivation, farming, dove hunting, FM frontage. $1,500/acre Grayson Co., 35 Ac. Whitewright area, FM 697, Morton Barn, frtg on 25-acre private lake. $250K Choctaw Co., OK, 1,548 Ac. Red River frontage, 190 B&C deer, small home, duck lake, hills, trees, productive pasture, good fencing. $2,067 per acre

Frosty Miller Real Estate Llano, Texas

325 247-3997 627 RR 2323 Ranch: 36.82 ac. in Llano, TX. $649K Llano Railroad Strip: 6 acres in Llano, TX. $2.45M Arena River Ranch: 115 acres in Llano, TX. $1.25M Cherokee Pecan Orchard: 16.45 ac., Cherokee. $213K Elam Creek Ranch: 534 acres 7 miles W of Medina, TX. 2,700 sq. ft home, pooled area & waterfalls. $4M Randolph Ranch: 615 ac. N of San Saba, TX. $2,152,500 Country Home: 12.48 acres, outside Fredericksburg, TX. $1,150,000 1860s Homestead: 4 ac. in Fredericksburg, TX. $765K Buchanan Lake Home: On Shaw Island just outside Blufton, TX. $565,000 Volume 52 Texas Farm&Ranch

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Heritage Texas Country Properties

LANDTX

www.E-CountryProperty.com Frank Johnston, Broker

830 248-1248

979 249-7315

Austin: 55 acres of the prettiest, cypress-lined spring creek only 9 miles from downtown, includes horse pastures, manicured oaks, fishing lake and paved frontage on quiet country road. $40,000 per acre Blanco: 146 acres of lush pecan/elm/oak bottoms, fertile fields, abundant groundwater, unique old-growth cedar forest with superb location on pavement near Austin and San Antonio. $6,500/ac Dripping Springs: 160 ac. w/fine home & guesthouse taking in panoramic vistas of the surrounding Hill Country, includes strong spring, nice canyon, good soil & excellent wildlife. Recently reduced to $2.25M. Rocksprings: Up to 5,300 acres in tracts as small as 900 ac., w/deep soil bottoms covered w/heritage oaks, soaring ridgelines w/long views, the best deer/ turkey value in today’s marketplace. $795 per acre Stockdale: 95 to 192 ac. of gorgeous, scattered oaks in mostly sandy country, views, plenty of wildlife, major league groundwater w/Carrizo rising to within 50 feet of the surface in nearby wells. $4,650/acre Stockdale: 239-acre showplace w/large, new country-style mansion, improved pastures, excellent hunting for dove/deer & views from landmark hilltop. $2.35M

9± ac. Bellville: Impressive 3/4 hm, gourmet kitchen, formals, 6-stall horse barn w/qtrs., shed. $865,000 28± ac. LaGrange: Lake views, spacious 3/4, hot tub, guest home, pond, lake, barn, scattered trees. $775,000 50± ac. Yoakum: 6/6 Old World Mediterranean with formals, 3 living areas, barn, pens, pond. $1,489,000 52± ac. Carmine: Spacious 3/2.5 w/study, game room, saltwater pool, hot tub, pond, barns, views. $1.185M 57± ac. Huntsville: 3/3 on the shoals of Bedias Creek, elevator, 2 ponds, 6-stall barn, majestic views. $1.1M 80± ac. Gonzales: 3/2.5, pavilion w/outdoor kitchen & bar, pool, office building, guest home. $799,000 85± ac. LaGrange: 3/2, pool, paved frontage, cross/ game fenced, ponds, rolling terrain, views. $875,000 96± ac. Weimar: 2/1.5 farmhouse w/barns, windmill, hay meadow, ancient oaks, pond. $698,400

Smith Real Estate Services, LLC www.smithrealestateservices.com

830 990-1760 220.66 Ac., Kimble Co., Junction: 2,700'± of Llano River frontage! Gorgeous views. Cabin, well & elec.

Excellent hunting & fishing. $5,950/acre 201.33 Ac., Gillespie Co., Harper: Rolling live oak hills, excellent views, manicured pastures & wet-weather creek.

Restored ranch house, bunkhouse & barn. $5,588/acre 29.60 Ac., Mason Co., Loyal Valley: Scenic creek lined w/giant live oaks. 2 food plots & good brush for wildlife. Solar-powered well, pond, electricity & stone ruins. $189,000 19.52 Ac., Kerr Co., Center Point: Rolling oak-covered hills with limestone-bottom creek and good views. This property offers a barn, pens, sheds, water well and electricity. $205,000

Bill Johnson & Associates Real Estate 979 865-5969

29 Acres: FM 1456, Bellville. Just outside Bellville’s city limits with 1,300+ feet of paved road frontage, this magnificent gently rolling property has stands of mature oak & pine trees. Brick home on high hill overlooks pond. Great views! $600,000 31 Acres: Old Hwy. 36, Bellville. Stone and stucco four-bedroom, three-bath home in a secluded clearing on this magnificently wooded property. $849,000 69 Acres: FM 1094, Sealy. Great open views, 1880s farmhouse, barn, pens, outbuildings. Enjoy! $595,000 155 Acres: Old Hwy. 36, Bellville. Both open & wooded, sandy soil, beautiful views of Mill Creek bottom. A must see! $8,500/acre

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

903 675-3503 • 903 675-3536 fax 20+-ACRE CATTLE RANCH: This immaculate property has it all: three-bedroom, two-bath brick home, RV parking shed, 20x20 barn w/overhang, 14x20 metal workshop, 20.39 acres of improved pastures, springfed 15' stock pond, scattered mature pecan & oaks and fenced perimeter. $227,500 54.91 ACRES: Remarkable property with high visibility, natural flowing springs, pond, native hardwoods, wildlife & more. Ideal for development or personal retreat. Small cabin & storage bldg. $605,000 KEMP/SEVEN POINTS AREA: Updated 3/2 w/heated in-ground pool & hot tub, on 2 acres w/20x20 metal bldg & 2-stall barn, fenced for horses. Kemp or Mabank ISD. $135,000 ATHENS: Custom-built 3/2/2 home w/1,800+ sf on 3 acres w/creek in back. $139,000 108.6 ACRES: Rolling terrain, 60% woods w/2,000 sf manufactured home, pond & 2 creeks in Martins Mill ISD. $500,000 10 ACRES w/3BR/2BA home w/2,737 sf, bonus rooms & office in Brownsboro. Beautiful hillside property shown by appointment only. $349,000 209 ACRES: West of Ben Wheeler w/12-acre bass lake, several pine plantations, rolling East Texas oak timber, roads & wildlife. Great retreat! $4,250/acre 7770 FALLOW RUN: Fabulous Safari Waters! 3BR/2BA on tree-covered lot w/fishing & abundant wildlife. $232,000 2.435 ACRES and custom brick home built in 1997 3/2/2 home 3 miles N of Athens at corner of FM 2752 & CR 3815, large island kitchen, split plan, sprinkler system for flowerbeds, covered RV pad & storage building in great neighborhood. $195,000 NEAR ATHENS: 50 ac., wooded w/FM frtg. $162,500

DOGWOOD ESTATES: Wildflower Lane w/2-story home built in 1996 w/4/3/2 and 2,462 sf plus 2 workshops, paved drive, landscaped, large rooms, 25 wooded acres & great drive-up appeal! $395,000 102 ACRES in Athens w/charming 3/2 farmhouse.

Excellent prospect for hunting/raising livestock.

LARUE: 128 acres of beautiful coastal, rolling hills, scattered trees, 30% wooded, 2 to 3-acre lake, 3 stock ponds & homesites. $4,500/acre BAXTER AREA: Updated 2BR/2BA log home on 35.86 rolling acres with 2 spring-fed ponds, great vistas & spacious living area w/wbfp. $225,000 LARUE, TEXAS: 80 acres, gorgeous rolling property w/Caddo Creek across back, hilltop building sites & farmhouse. $399,000 5437 HWY 31E: Beautiful, charming home, very clean, large rooms, 1,500 sq. ft. shop, quiet area, very functional, great floor plan, oversized garage, hilltop setting, large shade trees, office off dining area, add’l acreage available. Very well priced. $210,000 SOUTH OF PALESTINE: Country hilltop w/ 3BR/2BA manufactured home on 13 rolling acres w/excellent views, pond, barn & workshop. $215,000 GORGEOUS & PRIVATE: 53 acres near Athens w/hay meadow, woods, 1 to 2-acre pond & great 4/3/2 house built in 2002. $530,000 LARUE, TX: 150± acres of wooded, rolling East Texas country on CR, private, 2 hilltops, small lake, 8 to 10acre lakesite & tons of wildlife. $450,000 3.5 ACRES & IMP: 3BR/2.5BA home w/2-car garage, hardwood flooring, lovely back patio & workshop w/ apartment. Enjoy life in the country! $260,000 COMFORTABLE COUNTRY HOMESTEAD: 3/2 updated home w/landscaped grounds, spacious living areas, wbfp, formal area, game room, in-ground pool, deck, patio & 30x30 workshop. Beauty, comfort & convenience. $275,000 ATHENS AREA: 13.494 acres, 55% open, 45% woods w/frontage on Hwy 19 on S. boundary of Athens Middle School. Great location. $168,000 LARUE, TX: 36+ acres of mostly wooded land, very pretty, 2 to 3-acre spring-fed lake. $5,500/acre LARUE, TX: 91+ acres w/rolling coastal fields, scattered trees, woods & 3 ponds. $4,500/acre OPPORTUNITY IN ATHENS: 25.5 acres w/frontage on Loop 7 & CR. Lots of possibilities! $166,010

Southwest Land & Loan Co. www.ranchrealtor.net

800 699-3689 • 830 278-3612 NEW! 3,063 Ac. – Eagle Pass. Hi-fenced deer ranch, new cabin, blinds, feeders, managed genetics, 5 miles of highway frontage, tanks, 3 water wells, READY! 1,289 Ac. – Brackettville. Hi-fenced hunting ranch, elegant 3BR lodge, barns, nice hunter’s cabin, 2 irrig. food plots, live oaks, guajillo & blackbrush, managed deer herd. Lakes, turkey, exotics. Includes ranch equipment. This ranch has it ALL! 899 Ac. – Kinney Co. Rolling, low-fenced, mesquite & S. TX brush. Great deer, turkey, quail, dove, hog.

Metal barn, good roads, tanks & big neighbors.

860 Ac. – Batesville. New lodge, super deer brush, BIG mesquite, great ranch roads, low fence, turkeys, birds, hogs, 1 mile of blacktop, wells, tanks, minerals, QUALITY! 200 Ac. – Big Wells. Great brush, good roads, 2 good tanks, well water, loads of game. Dandy deer ranch!

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