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SIRE is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization founded to provide those with disabilities young and old - an opportunity to improve their physical and mental strength through the joy of horseback riding. No other form of exercise reproduces the three-dimensional movement patterns (forward/back, side to side) through the human pelvis that riding a horse accomplishes. Physically, riding a horse is the most unique form of therapeutic intervention available to people with disabilities. Mentally and emotionally, riding a horse is as powerful an activity as it is for the body – sometimes even more so! We cannot lose our momentum! Your participation will help us to keep clients like Gabby (pictured below) in the saddle.

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REFERENCE

54 v Devils River Ranch

13 v Broker Index 14 v Property Index & Map

Listed by Land/Water/Sky

TEXAS SELECTS 38 v Bison Ranch at Frio Canyon Listed by Texas Land & Ranch Co.

CLASSIFIEDS 118 v Additional Properties in the Marketplace

58 v Long Hollow Ranch Listed by Land/Water/Sky

64 v Southwind Ranch Listed by Hoffman International Properties

72 v Blanco County Ranch Listed by Sixteen 10 Real Estate

Brokerage & Investments

BEST OF THE WEST 98 v A Performance Equestrian Estate at Cottonwood Springs Ranch Listed by Ranch Marketing Associates

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broker index

5 Star Country Properties ........... 102

Kuper Sotheby’s

Allie Beth Allman & Assoc.......... 107

International Realty .................... 48

Avery Land ..................................... 116

Land Advisors Organization ........ 96

Busbee Ranch Sales ........................ 94

Land Brokers, Inc............................ 70

CC Herber Co. Real Estate............ 92

Land/Water/Sky ............................. 54

Circle T Realty ................................. 86

LANDTX ........................................... 60

Coalson Real Estate ...................... 103

Lee, Lee, & Puckitt

Cornerstone Brokerage................ 106

Associates, Inc.............................. 88

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Dominion Properties.................... 109

Navasota Realty ............................... 84

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Pedro Almaraz

Texas Land Man, LLC .................18

RE/MAX Genesis .......................... 111

Ed White Realty ...............................74

RE/MAX Town & Country ........... 90

Gardner Ranch Sales, LLC.......... 110 Hall and Hall .................................. 100 Heritage Texas Country Properties ..................... 80

Hodde Real Estate Co. ................... 45 Hoffman International Properties ...................................... 64

Sixteen 10 Real Estate Brokerage & Investments ......... 72 Stephen Graham ........................... 115 Steve Grant Real Estate................ 104 Texas Alliance Land Brokers ........ 68 Texas Best Ranches, LLC ...............31

HomeLand Properties ................. 112 Hortenstine

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4................ Austin...................79 16.............. Waller...................78 18.............. Washington........47 19.............. Washington........45 23.............. Washington........47 25.............. Washington........45 32.............. Austin...................79 35.............. Washington........78 37.............. Lee........................46 38.............. Fayette..................70 57.............. Austin................ 102 57.............. Lee........................46 58.............. Washington........47 60.............. Washington..... 102 61.............. Austin...................80 71.............. Kinney..................75 73.............. Fayette..................71 76.............. Washington........80 83.............. Kinney..................75 100............ Fayette..................70 100............ Kinney..................75 102............ Kinney..................75 102............ Madison...............83 106............ Grimes.................82 110............ Fayette..................71 111............ Freestone.......... 104 111............ Grimes.................85 112............ Bastrop.................70

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115............ Uvalde..................44 121............ Fayette................117 128........... Kinney..................75 132........... Washington........78 135........... Fayette..................71 140............ Lee........................46 145............ Grimes.................85 149............ Burleson..............45 149............ Fayette............... 102 160............ Austin...................46 167............ Grimes.................83 170............ Grimes.................84 174............ Fayette..................80 175............ Colorado.............78 182........... Grimes.................84 186........... Leon.....................86 195........... Austin...................79 197........... Grimes.................85 204........... Lampasas............34 224........... Burleson..............47 240........... Fayette..................70 240........... Karnes..................64 243........... Menard................52 250........... Fayette..................71 260........... Hamilton.......... 108 283........... Leon.....................87 300........... Austin...................79 320........... Medina.................42 332........... McCulloch..........68 335........... Lee........................45 341............ Fayette............... 102 343........... Uvalde..................50 350........... Grimes.................84 367........... Travis....................28 401............ Leon.....................87 567........... Bexar....................52 603........... Uvalde..................48 648........... Bexar....................49 690........... Leon.....................86 700........... Grimes...............112 722........... Fayette..................81 724........... Uvalde..................42 820........... Hamilton.............69 871........... Uvalde..................32 920........... Leon.....................86 1,385........ Uvalde..................50 1,477........ Travis....................97 1,593........ Freestone.............87 1,664........ Falls......................53 1,775........ Travis....................97 1,903........ Uvalde..................40 2,309........ Uvalde..................40 2,656........ Uvalde..................76 3,227........ Caldwell...............97 3,703........ Uvalde..................94 4,700........ McCulloch..........90 8,062........ McCulloch..........89 84,000..... Uvalde..................58

Hill Country 5................ Gillespie...............91 6................ Gillespie...............93

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7................ Bandera................42 9................ Bandera................44 25.............. Gillespie...............91 42.............. Gillespie...............49 50.............. Gillespie...............93 50.............. Kimble.............. 109 67.............. Gillespie...............90 67.............. Kendall................34 69.............. Blanco..................34 74.............. Bandera................43 77.............. Bandera................42 97.............. Bandera................44 97.............. Gillespie...............52 98.............. Sutton...................74 98.............. Val Verde.............74 100............ Edwards...............75 108............ Kerr.......................34 110............ Bandera................32 126........... Bandera................43 135........... Edwards...............75 137........... Edwards...............75 138........... Bandera................35 138........... Kendall................25 142............ Bandera................33 145............ Bandera................43 166............ Kendall................31 178............ Bandera................32 188........... Gillespie...............24 202........... Edwards...............74 218............ Gillespie...............92 250........... Real.......................68 253........... Real.......................75 262........... Edwards...............75 291............ Kerr.......................25 300........... Gillespie...............22 300........... Gillespie...............92 310............ Kendall................52 345........... Edwards...............74 364........... Real.......................69 391............ Kendall................23 393........... Kendall................35 397........... Edwards...............75 418............ Bandera................33 430........... Blanco..................60 448........... Hays......................97 454........... Kendall................35 476............ Blanco..................92 519............ Gillespie...............92 536........... Gillespie...............62 550........... Gillespie...............62 580........... Kerr.......................62 592........... Hays......................26 650........... Blanco..................72 738........... Kimble.................83 764............ Gillespie...............23 780........... Bandera................27 789........... Bandera................48 842........... Llano....................49 900........... Kendall................26 906........... Edwards...............74 909........... Gillespie...............33 936........... Edwards...............94 940........... Blanco..................68

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1,069........ Edwards...............68 1,108........ Edwards...............74 1,126........ Blanco..................63 1,306........ Kerr.......................62 1,381........ Gillespie...............61 1,930........ Kimble.................35 2,283........ Mason..................60 2,408........ Kerr....................... 41 2,470........ Real.......................38 2,500........ Edwards...............48 4,090........ Mason..................63 5,000........ Kendall................18 5,444........ Edwards...............48

Metroplex 50.............. Wise....................114 64.............. Parker.................114 68.............. Palo Pinto............96 250........... Parker................ 103 263........... Palo Pinto............96 403........... Parker................ 103 530........... Parker................ 103 762............ Fannin............... 108 1,550........ Palo Pinto............96 2,905........ Johnson............ 105 3,000........ Parker................ 103

Northeast 12.............. Smith................. 106 50.............. Wood....................67 93.............. Van Zandt..........115 97.............. Henderson....... 104 133........... Smith................. 106 152........... Henderson..........95 193........... Henderson..........66 227........... Anderson.............95 278........... Henderson..........95 331............ Lamar................ 105 830........... Henderson....... 104 1,018........ Bowie..................113 1,021........ Upshur.............. 107 1,300........ Henderson....... 108 1,960........ Bowie..................113 2,700........ Bowie..................101 3,746........ Red River...........113 6,900........ Red River.......... 100

Northwest 245........... Young.................114 325........... Montague......... 108 2,863........ Nolan...................36 5,000........ Nolan...................95

South 21.............. Cameron..............94 900........... Dimmit.................50 905........... Frio.......................49 945........... Zavala...................50 1,488........ Frio.......................31 1,546........ Zavala...................51 2,000........ La Salle..............110 2,725........ Maverick..............36

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2,990........ Maverick..............28 3,925........ Zavala...................51 10,449...... Jim Hogg.............69 13,057..... Zavala...................51

Southeast 100............ Montgomery.......84 141............ Montgomery.......80 147............ Walker..................82 485........... Walker..................82 1,200........ Walker..................29 1,400........ Walker..................29 2,949........ Jackson................94 2,975........ Polk.....................112

West 200........... Jeff Davis.............77 265........... Val Verde.............74 300........... Val Verde.............69 300........... Val Verde.............76 339........... Val Verde.............75 633........... Schleicher............88 2,500........ Sutton...................88 2,700........ Jeff Davis.............76 3,190........ Coke.....................88 3,900........ Jeff Davis.............76 3,966........ Presidio................77 6,600........ Val Verde.............33 14,000...... Terrell...................25 20,402..... Jeff Davis.............77 55,374...... Jeff Davis.............77 88,000..... Val Verde.............56

Outside the Region

Argentina 180,000......................................

Neuguen Province....... 100

Colorado 35.............. San Miguel........116 265........... Huerfano...........101 495........... San Miguel........116 540........... La Plata................98

Kansas 6,138........ Chase................. 100

Montana 2,240........ Garfield..............101 2,971........... Lewis and Clark.. 100

New Mexico 8,000........ Rio Arriba............22

Oklahoma 164............ McCurtain.........113

Utah 8,842........ Grand.................101

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Austin Bastrop Bell Bexar Bosque Brazos Burleson Caldwell Colorado Comal Concho Coryell De Witt Falls Fayette Freestone Gonzales Grimes Guadalupe Hamilton Karnes Kinney Lampasas Lavaca Lee Leon Limestone Madison McCulloch McLennan Medina Menard Milam Mills Robertson San Saba Travis Uvalde Waller Washington Williamson Wilson

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HILL COUNTRY 87 1 173 158 184 172 190 188 186 171 157 156 185

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

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

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Diamond K Ranch 4,600 Acres

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This rare 4,600-acre ranch is 15 minutes from downtown Boerne and only 45 minutes from San Antonio. This prime location has lots and lots of water and several springs that feed large lakes. The Diamond K Ranch has been managed for over 20 years for wildlife and is completely high fenced with thousands of animals, including many trophy whitetails that average in the 180+ Boone and Crockett class.

Dozens of hunting shows have been produced here, and the turn-key operation is a oneof-a-kind opportunity. A state-of-the-art bird hunting operation generates a profitable, large revenue stream and a fully outfitted gun and sports shop features many top-of-the-line products including Berretta guns, clothing, glasses, ammo and much more can be acquired on site.

The ranch has large sections of streams populated with rainbow trout each year and numerous fishing ponds with multiple docks.

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The extremely well-equipped hunting lodge will sleep many hunters with over four bedrooms and mostly private baths. The large great room is set up with evening fun in mind with pool and card tables, a large open-air kitchen and dining area for great lodge meals. v

This ranch has the opportunity to be divided. For more information on the Diamond K Ranch, please contact Trip duPerier with The duPerier Texas Land Man, LLC at 830 796-3018.

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Trip duPerier, Trey Hallmark and the rest of our staff have sold millions of acres of ranches and properties across the state. We sell dozens of Hill Country ranches and estates, South Texas ranches, hunting ranches and income producing ranches each year.

Trip duPerier (830) 796-3018 Visit our website today to view our properties or to contact us regarding the sale of yours.

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Fredericksburg Homestead Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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An old German homestead dating back to the mid 1800s was recently updated and expanded and is centrally located on these 300± picturesque acres. The historic, immaculately maintained, two-story home is complete with a swimming pool and modern conveniences. Interior rock walls, large wood beams, wood floors and ceilings add to the home’s ambiance. The ranch lies just minutes from downtown Fredericksburg, accessed via a county-maintained paved road. These 300± acres are covered in large post oaks, live oaks and pecan trees. In addition, a spring-fed creek passes through the property, adding live water to the ranch’s résumé. Wildlife is abundant and roams throughout. The ranch offers both native and improved pastures with good soil for producing livestock forage. This historic property with all its improvements will not last long!

El Vado Ranch New Mexico v Rio Arriba County v Chama

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Possibly one of the best mule deer and elk ranches in New Mexico, El Vado Ranch serves as a wintering location for large herds of game. The 2006 season produced a buck scoring 211 B&C, and multiple trophy deer still roam the ranch. Several miles of the Rio Chama Wildlife Management Area border the ranch and provide a refuge for trophy game. Within a mile of the ranch, you will find blue ribbon trout fishing in the Chama River and El Vado Lake.

Very scenic and averaging around 6,000 feet in elevation, the ranch has several springs that could be developed to feed lakes on the ranch, 15 ponds, an artesian well and three other new water wells drilled in 2007. Ground water is readily available throughout the ranch at an average depth of 300 feet. The property has paved road access and great development potential. 2,000 to 8,000 acres can be purchased; the owner will divide one time. Set in northern New Mexico at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, El Vado is 20 miles southwest of Chama and is accessed paved County Road 112. For the past 10 years, the ranch has been heavily

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Just minutes from Fredericksburg and near the quaint town of Stonewall, these 764 acres offer Pedernales River frontage, beautiful trees, a good mix of native and improved pastures and excellent road frontage on both Red Stone Ranch Road and Klein Road. A small ranch home sits above the river, and several barns add to the improvements.

The river bank is easily accessed for swimming and fishing. Some water rights are available, supplying water to a pivot irrigation system. This is a special live water property in an excellent location.

Hill Country Game Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

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In the heart of the Texas Hill Country, these 391 stunning acres are conveniently located near San Antonio and a short commute to the quaint Hill Country towns of Boerne and Fredericksburg. East Sister Creek passes through, and many springs lakes provide yearround live water. The ranch is completely high fenced and full of game. Native whitetail deer and turkey add to a full array of exotic animals complete with elk, zebra, aoudad, axis, fallow and blackbuck just to name a few. A large rock home on a high hill offers panoramic views. The owner built a magnificent trophy room and guest lodge adjacent to the main house. First-class improvements include tranquil landscaping with a koi pond. A private, gated road provides paved road access. This is truly an outdoorsman’s dream ranch in a prime location.

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Canada del Oso, a New Mexico ranch, is now on the market! This incredible ranch has breathtaking views; abundant elk, bear, turkey and deer; and great water. The Pioneer custom

Canada del Oso

log home is a miraculous work of art in itself, and has 6,200 square feet of heated space and lots of decks. This custom home’s many features include

New Mexico v Mora County v Angel Fire

Western red cedar logs, antiqued Douglas fir flooring, Brazilian and Verde fire granite and lots of custom tile. Tons of rock harvested from the ranch accents the home and fireplace. The attention to detail is truly incredible. Four bedrooms, a guest suite and four and a half baths make up the home. The large master has outstanding views and a large custom bath with shower and tub. All the interior walls and outdoor eaves are constructed of aspen (no sheetrock)! The other bedrooms offer plenty of room and closet space to accommodate large families and plenty of friends. Call Trey at 830 796-3018.

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This Hill Country ranch is located between the

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Fredericksburg, making it a very comfortable commute to Austin and San Antonio from Highway 290. These 187.9 acres offer many improvements, including a main residence and pool, several rustic guest log cabins and horse barn. Offering both live oaks and prime

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pastureland, this high-fenced property even

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has Pedernales River frontage. It’s a prime

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Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

This is one of the finest developed properties in the Texas Hill Country. Just a few miles from highly desirable Boerne, this highly improved property lies within a 20-minute commute of San Antonio. Covered with large oaks, these 38± acres offer scenic views of the surrounding area. A centrally located, spring-fed lake specifically built to grow trophy largemouth bass is close to the main residence. In addition to world-class fishing, this high-fenced property maintains a trophy whitetail deer herd. Improvements include an award-winning main residence with too many details to list. A newly constructed guesthouse has two master suites and a large great room. A ranch foreman’s home sits near the entrance of the property, offering additional security.

Immaculately maintained and extremely well taken care of, this property also features two barns, one of which is totally finished out and complete with an air-conditioned office. This is a must-see property for a weekend retreat or permanent residence conveniently located next to the big city.

Lake View Ranch 291 Acres

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In the highly desirable Camp Verde area, these 291± acres offer end-of-the-road privacy and an updated, three-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath rustic lodge that sits hillside overlooking two spring-fed lakes. The entire ranch is high fenced and contains both native and exotic wildlife. The

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majority of the property has been cleared of cedar, and an excellent road system. In addition to the

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lodge, a conveniently located barn and working pens sit next to a field for the buyer who is interested in livestock. The ranch offers excellent large-acreage neighbors in a very private and quiet setting.

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Blanco River Ranch Texas Hill Country v Hays County v Wimberley

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These 592 beautiful acres are a true Texas Hill Country paradise. Just minutes from historic downtown Wimberley, this property has open pastures and native Hill Country vistas. The picturesque Blanco River passes through the property with beautiful blue green water. With good neighbors, wonderful vistas and plenty of trees, this ranch will not last long at this location.

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Texas Hill Country Kendall County v Boerne

One would be hard-pressed to find a property this close to San Antonio with such strong water and breathtaking views. Just a few miles

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this is—without a doubt—one of the finest properties to ever hit the market in the Hill Country. Paved roads, nice lakes and yearround running water help separate this property from its competition.

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Bandera County: 780 Acres Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Medina

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This one-of-a-kind, 780-acre Hill Country gem has it all! With approximately one mile of Medina River frontage, six lakes and another live creek, this property offers very strong water. Water rights from the river allow for irrigation. This property is complete with a paved airstrip, large horse barn with turnouts and deer pens. This truly unique property offers live water, great hills and outstanding bottomland.

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The Los Amigos ranch offers 11,700± acres of rugged, scenic property and over six and a half miles of canyons, including Meyers and Outlaw Canyons. The property is high fenced on three sides with mostly new or repaired low fence on the rest. A nice house built around the 1900s has been remodeled. The ranch has three solar wells, an electric well and a windmill.

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including 1,700 acres mineral classified, will be conveyed. This country is full of mule deer, whitetail, quail, dove and many other varmints, including lions and an occasional bear.

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Central Texas v Travis County v Austin

This beautiful Lake Travis ranch has 367 acres and approximately two miles of spectacular waterfront. The ranch can be purchased as a whole or as three separate tracts. Tract 1 is 83± acres with spectacular panoramic views facing southeast into the white limestone bluffs or west into the mouth of the Pedernales River where it intersects the Colorado. Tract 2 is 106± acres with southeast exposure facing the beautiful white limestone bluffs. This tract has a huge cove with one of the most dramatic points that Lake Travis has to offer. This is the only tract that cannot be purchased separately. Tract 3 is 177± acres with southeast exposure sandy loom soil, huge trees and the highest point on the ranch. The hilltop is a plateau that looks north up the Colorado River. This tract would make a wonderful horse or cattle property. This is absolutely one of the very best undeveloped ranches left on Lake Travis.

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This is the place for big deer! These 2,990 acres in Maverick County have one of the best deer herds in Texas. Intensively managed for over 10 years, the ranch currently operates under a Level 3 Managed Land Deer Permit.

Four deer have been harvested in the last six years, scoring over 200 points on the Boone and Crockett scale. The ranch has recently had two victories in the prestigious Los Cazadores Deer Contest. Best “archery low fence” and top honor in “low fence nontypical” were awarded. The ranch has had several Boone and Crockett entries in recent years. A centrally located stone hunting lodge sits high on a hill overlooking a stocked lake.

Three large fields, numerous stock tanks and a hangar add to the improvements. This deer hunter’s paradise is ready to go!

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Waterfall Ranch Southeast Texas v Walker County v Huntsville

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Enjoy some of the clearest running water in East Texas! A rock-bottom creek complete with several waterfalls passes through the property, adding to its appeal. These 1,200 wonderful acres offer outstanding building sites and truly spectacular water in a prime location within an hour of Houston. Strong timber and beautiful hardwoods add to the property’s landscape. All timber information is available upon request.

Point Blank Ranch Southeast Texas Walker County v Huntsville

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This conveniently located ranch offers both great hardwood bottoms and tons of timber.

Just 40 minutes from The Woodlands area north of Houston, this property offers breathtaking views with live water and highway frontage. The ranch consists of 1,400 acres and can be subdivided. There are several lake sites and numerous secluded building sites on the property. All timber information is available upon request.

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Minutes to Boerne and only 30 minutes to San Antonio, this ranch is a rare, unique opportunity. “Wow” and “awesome” describe this property nestled in the sought-after Texas Hill Country. According to the seller, part of

Area’s Best – Live Water Rare and Unique Opportunity!

166± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

this property was originally settled in 1814. The original dwelling was a log cabin, which has been maintained to this date as part of the main residence. The ranch boasts both sides of the crystal-clear, rock-bottom Big Joshua Creek with cascading waterfalls, limestone bluffs, many springs, deep holes and a fabulous well. A rock dam was designed and engineered by the best!

Other features include a must-see main house, guesthouse, working cabin, swimming pool with patio, horse barn with turnouts, corral, coastal field with hay production, other open pastures, a wilderness riding area, abundant native and exotic wildlife, an original barn from the early 1900s and a European-style garden. The main home includes 24-foot vaulted ceilings in the master suite, hand-hewn oak beams and wide-plank antique flooring, stone lintels gracing doorways, custom-forged ironwork throughout, sweeping and picturesque views from all windows, three fireplaces inside and one outdoors, stone fountain hand-carved by a local artisan from 19th century basin from a French village, copper and zinc bathtub from England and copper sinks handcrafted by a local artisan in the master bath and 19th century French tiles in the master shower. Truly, this property is one of the best ever in the Texas Hill Country and a must see!

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This amazing property has a three-mile paved entry to a magnificent and majestic sevenbedroom, seven-bath lodge set high on a hill!

This lodge is incredible and unique with a giant rock mountain in the center of the main room

Frio County’s Best Ever Outdoor Recreational Paradise 1,488 Acres

South Texas v Frio County v Pearsall

that features a large fireplace and a walk-in gun safe. Add a gourmet kitchen, a large bar area, entertaining area and more that you have to come and see to appreciate! Three of the seven bedrooms are luxury master suites. This is by far the best lodge we have ever seen! Outside, the lodge has a fabulous outdoor pool with a waterfall, hot tub, outdoor cooking and entertaining area, awesome lighting and professional landscaping that all looks over your well-developed ranch.

The ranch features a state-of-the-art whitetail deer breeding facility with scientific breeder pens and a superior whitetail herd. Then add axis deer, aoudad, blackbuck, Barasingha deer, elk, Eids deer, fallow deer, eland, hog deer, kudu, muntjac, nilgai, Perre David deer, red lechwe, sika deer, oryx, sambar, wildebeest, waterbuck, water buffalo, zebra and more. Enjoy year-round hunting with this exotic showcase! Now let us talk about four pivot-irrigation systems, three large irrigation wells, two diesel pumps producing over 1,500 gpm and one electric pump producing around 750 gpm, and six stock tanks, one of which is very large with a pier and jet ski ability. Five of the stock tanks have piped water to them with 8" and 6" lines. This property also features four pastures, a lighted trap and skeet range, 11 deer blind/feeder/hunting stations.

Additional buildings include a 100’ by 50’ equipment barn with six full RV hookups. A 10-person bunkhouse with a full kitchen and two baths; a nice three-bedroom, two-bath doublewide; a 25' by 25' game cleaning area with an 18' tall walk-in cooler; and two 40' by 30' barns complete the package.

This is a rare opportunity for this ready-to-go, one-of-a-kind ranch. The banks pay you nothing. The stock market offers no stability or control of your asset. Come run this ranch as a business and get lots of tax deductions and write off expenses while entertaining your family and customers!

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Near historic Utopia, minutes to Bandera

Live Water, Game-Fenced Exotic Whitetail Ranch

and an hour to San Antonio, this ranch has both sides of a crystal-clear, rock-bottom

871± Acres

creek that looks like the Caribbean—aqua

Texas Hill Country v Uvalde County v Bandera

green water you can see your feet in! Scuba dive and snorkel on your ranch. (Now, that doesn’t happen often.) Two new dams were constructed by one of the best, creating private waterfalls and deep holes. Then, add two other creeks, many springs, five stock ponds, cleared cedar, big mountaintops, giant valleys, long-range views, a second-to-none road system, game fencing, two great water wells, electricity, blinds and feeders, a yearround feeding program and the following animals to make your private ranch like “Little Africa”: approximately 100 trap and transfer bred does and scientific breeder whitetail

from the best, axis deer, fallow deer, black buck antelope, aoudad, nilgai, wildebeest, addax and gemsbok. This is a rare opportunity to find a ranch like this one. It does not happen often. Come and experience the best!

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Minutes to Bandera, the “Cowboy Capital of the World,” and only 45 minutes to San Antonio airport or San Antonio’s fine amenities and medical center, this ranch is amazing! Add the crystal-clear, soughtafter Medina River with giant cypress trees, rock

Water, Water, Water! – Rare Opportunity 178± Acres

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ledges, deep holes and fabulous rapids. Next, add both sides of your own crystal-clear, cypress-lined running creek with some of the finest trees in the county. Then, add another seasonal creek that is a must see. Gently rolling terrain has two large, improved pastures, tremendous views and, not just a big rock pile, but great usable land that is very horse friendly. This place is as good as it gets. A fabulous three-bedroom, three-bath, rock ranch home has Saltillo tile, granite kitchen, must-see porch views,

110± Acres: Wow – Awesome

extensive landscaping, outdoor kitchen and a twobedroom, two-bath guesthouse. An equipment barn,

Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Boerne

six-stall horse barn, attached corral (36' by 54'), RV hookups, hard-surface roads to all structures, rock ranch roads and concrete creek crossings complete the package. Wow, this is all the best, and you must come see it for yourself! This place is ready to go.

Call Cody Soele, 210 705-3107.

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Minutes to Boerne, San Antonio and Bandera, these 110± acres have both sides of a crystal-clear, rock-bottom creek with deep holes, rapids, two dams and gorgeous limestone bluffs. The ranch also has paved access; a two-bedroom, one-bath cabin; well; electricity; and lots of wildlife. This is a ready-to-go recreational property, a weekend getaway or has tremendous commuter estate potential. This is a rare find in a rare location!

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Minutes to Medina or Bandera and only an hour to San Antonio, this ranch has both sides of a

Turn-key, Ready-to-Go Outdoorsman’s Paradise

crystal-clear, rock-bottom creek with giant cypress trees and deep holes created by several dams.

Then, add two nice ranch houses and a small cabin in a gorgeous valley overlooking the water.

This is a good all-around place with lots of variety and character. Enjoy a big mountain, valley, food plots, second creek and hard-to-find views. This is the one everyone wants, but cannot find!

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This one-of-a-kind live water property is just minutes to Kerrville or Fredericksburg and 45 minutes to San Antonio. “Wow” and “awesome” describe this game-fenced ranch with both sides of seven creeks and many springs cascading through the rock-bottom canyons along massive

One-of-a-Kind Live Water

909 Acres

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418± Acres

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Currently run as a business, this ranch is awesome! Enjoy end-of-the-road privacy, game fencing with an established whitetail herd, deer breeder pens, great axis, blackbuck antelope, red sheep and aoudad! Fishing is offered in Brushy Creek with several dams and many cascading

limestone bluffs. Waterfalls are everywhere. The

spring waterfalls. The main house is tucked away,

property has giant trees, many Indian mounds,

overlooking running springs and giant trees. It has

rare and good usable land, several fields, big

approximately 4,000 square feet, three bedrooms,

hilltops, state-of-the-art roads and an electric

three baths, four fireplaces, a rock exterior, metal

gate with paved access. Private and quiet, but

roof and a three-car garage with an office, well

not remote, the ranch also features a fabulous

house and many decks and patios! Then, add a

creek-fed, crystal-clear fishing/recreational lake

cozy two-bedroom, two-bath guest cabin with

and underground electricity. The seller may

fireplace. A party pavilion and an equipment barn

divide. Call Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

with bunkhouse, grain bins, 10 horse stables and paddocks complete the package. There is a

Devil’s River/Lake Amistad 6,600± Acres

West Texas v Val Verde County v Del Rio

wilderness cabin, an awesome observation deck with fireplace, a lighted rifle range, a lighted skeet trap range and more to see, such as a fabulous rustic lodge that sleeps 25 with eight bedrooms, 10 baths, a commercial kitchen, fire pit, hot tub and a tremendous game room with nice bar and fireplace. There is a walk-in cooler and a gamecleaning area. Executive hunting blinds and feeder

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This is the best live water ranch you have ever seen, with unlimited future development and recreational possibilities! Two hours from Houston, with commercial airline flights daily, this property offers more than 20 miles of Lake Amistad and Devil’s River shoreline. Lake Amistad is one of the top-rated bass lakes in the world and is now home to many annual fishing tournaments. This South Texas/Chihuahua,

stations are ready to go and feed year round. One hour from San Antonio and minutes to Bandera, the “Cowboy Capital of Texas,” this ranch has excellent roads for miles with lots of cleared cedar and Hill Country views second to none!

high-desert environment may someday be a world-class resort and hotel golf course destination. Tall, majestic, rough and rustic, the 400±-foot cliffs stretch from the crystal-clear aquamarine waters of the famous Devil’s River and Lake Amistad. For the avid outdoorsman, hunter, boater, fisherman, bird watcher, kayaker, diver or star watcher, you must experience the rare opportunity. This ranch has paved electric access, miles of great paved roads and easy access to the lake and river shorelines. There are good improvements, including the main home on a hilltop, bunkhouse, guesthouse, two water wells, four stock ponds, good working pens, a 1,500-foot airstrip and more. This is what Texas stands for: great opportunities and future investments. The seller will consider selling 4,500+ acres separately with 10± miles of Lake Amistad shore. Call Jeff Soele 210 705-4013.

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67-Acre Kendall County Commuter Estate Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Sisterdale/Boerne

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This 67±-acre commuter estate in Kendall County is just minutes to Sisterdale or Boerne, and only 35 minutes to San Antonio or historic Fredericksburg! A one-of-a-kind, spectacular, three-story, multilevel, 8,900±-square-foot, white limestone ranch home features two fabulous master suites, four additional bedrooms, six baths, a gourmet kitchen, wine cellar, exercise room, sauna, two offices, a library/music room, state-of-the-art theater room, three fireplaces, a formal area that features 22-foot

ceilings with Texas timber and far too many more amenities to list! The ranch also features a 44' by 20' pool with waterfall, a hot tub, outdoor kitchen, large deck with a skeet thrower, glass greenhouse, garden area, three-bedroom, one-bath foreman’s house, one-bedroom, one-bath bunkhouse, two workshops, 70' by 100' show barn with a hay loft, a shed, 20' by 55' workshop/RV storage, two wells, a rare irrigation well (200± gpm) with underground piping for 10± acres of irrigation, paved drive, two electric gates, great fencing with several traps, wildlife galore with axis deer and a seasonal creek. This is a rare and unique place with good usable land that is quite and private—a great all-around ranch with lots of character.

69.1 Acres in Blanco With Touch-the-Sky Views!

Live Water! Rare Find!

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Enjoy touch-the-sky views in a great location! This ready-to-go rare find is minutes to Blanco and Fredericksburg and only 55 minutes to Austin

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This land has a lot of variety and character. Near Kempner, minutes to Lampasas and only a short drive to Killeen, Copperas Cove or Austin, this property features nice fields, big trees, deep water holes and some nice springs with waterfalls. There is a great balance of fields, creeks, wooded areas, hilltops and

or San Antonio airports. The property includes valleys. Then, add a cozy two-bedroom, one-bath cabin; a nice three-bedroom, two-bath ranch house a fabulous hilltop and a two-bedroom, two-bath with a great porch overlooking the creek area and big trees; a barn with a workshop; a water well and rustic ranch home with an awesome two-story community water; and electricity. Enjoy low agricultural taxes, great hunting and a great weekend rock fireplace. The ranch house features a porch getaway. This is a perfect place to park some money instead of in the bank or unstable stock market. It is with a view you must see for yourself! Then, add priced to sell. This one will not last, so call Lance Soele, 210 542-6065, or Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013. gorgeous manicured land, big oak trees, lots of dirt, three stock tanks, a 12-acre hay field, nice

Kerrville’s Best Live Water Location

barn with pipe pens and a storage area. This

108± Acres

property is ready to go with electricity, water, fully fenced, cross-fenced, paved access with electric

Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

gate, ag taxes and more you can only imagine until you see it in person. This area is great for horses, cattle and recreation with lots of wildlife.

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Literally five minutes to Kerrville, this ranch is private and quiet, but not far from anything legendary Kerrville has to offer. The property has an electric gate, paved access, total game fencing

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and both sides of a private creek. Enjoy a big lake location on the creek, abundant native wildlife and some exotics, a water well and a great weekend cabin just waiting for a new owner. There are great views of the Texas Hill Country and you can even see Kerrville in the distance. The seller says sell! Come look and make an offer. This is the best bang for your buck, and it would be hard to find a better location! Call Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

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Minutes to Boerne and all of San Antonio’s fine amenities and conveniences, this ranch has lots of paved highway frontage, literally hundreds of homesites with big trees and views of the sought-after Hill Country. This fabulous, user-friendly ranch is perfect for ranching or a close, recreational getaway for the avid outdoorsman. Enjoy lots of wildlife and great hunting, electricity, a water well, hunter’s cabin and a nice stock tank. It is not very often that a ranch of this size becomes available anywhere in this unique location.

Boerne - Rare Developer’s Dream 454± and 663± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

Boerne Area – Live Water 393± Acres

Texas Hill Country Kendall County v Boerne

1,930-AcreOutdoorsman’s Outdoorsman’sRanching/Recreational Ranching/RecreationalRetreat Retreat 1,930-Acre Texas Hill Country Kimble Co. Junction v Kimble v Junction Texas Country Texas HillHill Country v Kimble Co. Co. v Junction

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Just minutes to Junction and only 90 minutes to San Antonio, this one-of-a-kind property has spectacular giant trees along both sides of Gentry Creek. The water on this property is perfect for developing and is just begging for some dams. Impressive limestone bluffs and cliffs, big bottoms with deep soil and end-of-the-road privacy that is not remote are just a few of the distinguishing features. The property is also game fenced on three sides and has not been hunted in many years, creating a perfect opportunity for the ideal outdoorsman’s retreat. There is also a water well, an old ranch house and old barns. This property offers a lot of variety and character. This is one of the best I have seen in a long time. Enjoy both sides of the creek and limestone bluffs.

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Literally minutes to Boerne and San Antonio, this quiet and private place is still so close to everything.

Game-fenced with abundant wildlife and some exotics, this ranch has both sides of a rock-bottom,

Live Water - River and Creek! Lots of Variety!

138± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Vanderpool

crystal-clear creek, many springs, big trees and limestone rock and bluff formations. An awesome two-bedroom, two-bath cabin overlooking the creek has a fireplace. Then, add a hilltop, twostory, four-bedroom, three-bath second home! The topography has lots of character with big valleys and big hills with views that you must see. This is truly a rare find and a sought-after location. A mountaintop homesite is waiting with electricity and a paved driveway already in place.

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Near Vanderpool, the historic Lost Maples State Park and the headwaters of the Sabinal River, this unique and rare property has frontage on the crystal-clear, rock-bottom, sought-after Sabinal River with rapids and deep holes. Then, add both sides of a private, crystal-clear, rock-bottom creek with giant trees, limestone bluffs, deep holes and cascading waterfalls. Whoa, this one is special! A charming three-bedroom, two-bath ranch home has views of the Hill Country and mountains you call yours.

The ranch features an irrigated pecan orchard, awesome valley with springs and two small ponds and hilltops you must see. This is truly what everyone wants, but can never find. This ranch is priced to sell! Call Lance Soele, 210 542-6065.

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This 2,863±-acre, totally game-fenced ranch lies just minutes to San Angelo, Sweetwater or Abilene and within two hours of Midland/ Odessa and Dallas/Fort Worth. This is one of the finest ranches I have ever seen for

Magnificent Rare Find, Awesome Live Water Ranch 2,863 Acres

Northwest Texas v Nolan County v Abilene

excellent live water, whitetail/exotic hunting and recreation! It offers a fabulous hilltop main lodge with five bedrooms, five and a half baths and sleeps 12 with 5,000± square feet. Enjoy stunning West Texas sunsets from porches overlooking the ranch, as well as a rock patio and fire pit area, a pool with a hot tub, guesthouse, foreman's house and paved access with an electric entry. This wellequipped property has a workshop, gameprocessing facility with walk-in cooler, two equipment barns and a horse stable area with pipe paddocks. There is also a state-of-the-art deer-handling facility with nine large breeder pens and four buck pens. There are 300± whitetail deer in the breeder pens and 650± whitetail deer turned out into the main body of the ranch. The ranch is under MLD and hunts October through February. There are also many species of exotics, lots of wild turkey, hog and other native animals. There are large grain bins, 11 executive blinds and feeder stations, many food plots, a shooting range, sporting clay range and great fishing in one of the three lakes. This stunning water property also features both sides of several creeks with many springs, giant trees and rock formations and waterfalls, creating a truly unique recreational paradise for the quality minded. Call Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

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Just minutes to Eagle Pass and Del Rio and only two hours to San Antonio, this readyto-go, game-fenced property features giant whitetail and rare exotic hunting! This is a great recreational ranch oasis in the heart of the desert. What makes it rare is the natural supply of water this ranch receives from the Rio Grande River Irrigational Canal. Not many have this! Then, add a fabulous electric gate with rock entry and excellent paved ranch roads leading up to the main home, high on a hilltop overlooking your ranch. The main home features three bedrooms, three baths,

South Texas’ Best - Golden Triangle Recreational Paradise!

a large kitchen, fireplace, great porches, a

South Texas v Maverick County v Eagle Pass/Del Rio

for entertaining guests or clients with a three-

2,725 Acres

fire-pit area, carport and a great exercise gym with tons of equipment. This ranch is perfect bedroom, two-bath guest quarters, bunkhouse

with four large suites with their own baths a one-of-a-kind outdoor kitchen perfect for entertaining, party barn, fire pit area, basketball court, washer-throwing area and much more that you simply must come and see! To all this, add a hanger and helicopter pad, manager’s trailer, large pole barn, another large barn with a workshop, large grain bins, 10 scientific whitetail breeder pens, four elk breeder pens all including shelters, water troughs, protein feeders and the best paved roads in the vicinity. Now, let’s talk water! Not only is water piped all over the ranch to 25 water troughs, but to the three large lakes stocked with fish. The lake party pavilion is a must see!

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For the hunters, there are 15 Ranch King executive blinds with 31± corn feeders and 16 of the best protein feeders. A 1,150±-acre exotic whitetail area is home to zebra, sable, elk, wildebeest and more. There is even a game-cleaning area. This rare find is a must see and almost impossible to duplicate; the improvements, roads, fencing, deer herd and quality of everything would take years to recreate at this level, and this one is ready to go! Call Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

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HUGE PRICE REDUCTION About a mile west of Leakey in the ever-popular Frio Canyon, the 2,470Âą-acre Bison Ranch is the most unique ranch this area of the Hill Country has to offer. The gorgeous Bison Ranch rock monument and a section of the beautiful Patterson Creek bid you welcome upon entering. Driving along the main road, your attention is drawn to the unexpected terrain variations highlighted by spring-fed canyons filled with incredible hardwoods, large open fields supporting exotic and native game, pecan bottoms, spring-fed lakes and many other incredible features like the huge pinion pines, caves, many varieties of hardwoods,

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unique bluffs and rock formations, Indian mounds and steep tree-lined hills that bring Colorado to mind. It is all here, and if this is not enough, you will regularly see elk, fallow, aoudad, sika, whitetail, hog and other game. The sheer beauty, gorgeous views and incredible sunsets are absolutely breathtaking. All this natural beauty is accented by first-class improvements and accommodations, making this the best all-around hunting/recreational ranch on the market. Bison Ranch is the product of many land acquisitions through the years, creating the most beautiful and diverse property available in the Hill Country. The perfectly located headquarters features a beautiful, custom 6,000¹-square-foot main home, two-bedroom, one-bath foreman’s house, excellent pipe working pens, shop, gameprocessing area with walk-in cooler, tractor barn and other extras. The main home is a fivebedroom, five-bath, multi-level, native limestone masterpiece with standing seam roof, a large open gourmet kitchen with a nice pantry and a great open floor plan perfectly suited for entertaining beneath the open-trussed, vaulted ceiling. Moving through the home, you find an upstairs trophy room/loft/game room, nice office, large walk-in closets and utility room. A canopied barbecue area, a large beautiful rock patio complete with fire pit, in-ground spa, 14 deep porches that wrap around the home all come together to make outdoor entertaining for a large group easy and enjoyable. The custom pool allows for tremendous views in all directions. A nice springfed fishing lake within walking distance of the house provides hours of entertainment for guests and children. $6,977,000. v

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In the Hill Country near Utopia, this 2,309±-acre ranch sits majestically overlooking the Sabinal River Canyon. This unique ranch has everything the Hill Country offers, including great water with over 1.2 miles of live creek and Sabinal River frontage, huge wide valleys, steep mountains, loaded with exotics and native game, four houses, a 3,000-foot airstrip, horse stables, huge Indian mounds and fantastic roads over the entire ranch. This is one of the finest large ranches available. $7,500,000.

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This 1,903-acre hunting ranch is one of the best around. Dinner Creek and Blanco Creek come

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together on the ranch to make it a game paradise. The 4,200­-square-foot lodge has a large game room, three fireplaces, five bedrooms, five baths, large patios and a barbecue area that overlooks a 3.5-acre

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Three wells pipe water to over half the ranch. The wildlife is second to none on this hunter’s paradise.

Wildlife includes whitetail, axis, blackbuck, oryx, red stag, hog, quail and dove. If you like to hunt and fish or just relax on the porch and enjoy the views, this is the ranch for you. $6,087,697.

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On the southern edge of the Divide, 30± minutes west of Kerrville on Highway 39, this ranch is ready to go as a cattle or hunting ranch.

Improvements include a three-bedroom, threeand one-half-bath, two-story main home, guest home and a caretaker’s home. A large workshop and equipment barn provide plenty of storage, and the main entrance road doubles as a 3,000foot runway suitable for single engine or light twin aircraft. High fenced on the perimeter, the ranch is mostly cleared of cedar, providing excellent pastureland covered with native grass and large hardwoods including post and live oak. With five water wells serving three pastures plus a few stock tanks, the ranch is well watered for cattle or game: whitetail, axis, blackbuck, turkey and hog. Topography includes much-usable land with gentle rolling hills on the north half with a few steep canyons on the southern edge.

Spectacular views from the southern end overlook the rugged terrain of the Sabinal and Frio River Canyons. Well maintained and in great shape, this is a must see to appreciate. $6,900,000. Bobby Mauldin, Broker Associate, 830 486-8999

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These 724± acres in Concan offer 9,000± feet of Highway 83 frontage, a truly unique and ideal location in the rapidly developing Frio Canyon and just minutes from Garner Park, the Frio River and a brand-new 18-hole golf course.

There is probably no tract available anywhere that offers more possibilities to an investor or developer. The Frio Canyon is one of the most popular vacation and retirement areas of the Hill Country. The ranch has great access along Highway 83 and offers a usable mix of

Concan Developer’s Dream Texas Hill Country v Uvalde County v Concan

bottomland, multiple hills with remarkable views and building sites and valleys lined with big oaks and hardwoods. The ranch is also loaded with native whitetail, turkey, hog and

some exotic game. There is one well, a concrete storage tank, pens and good fencing. There is also phone and electric service available along frontage road for any type of future development. The timing may be perfect to acquire this exceptional property. $3,366,600.

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These 320± acres between Quihi and Rio Medina lie in the foothills of the Hill Country.

Enjoy great hunting and ranch country. This ranch offers deep, rich soil and great oaks with a nice creek bottom lined with big oaks.

The property also has a great tank site. This is one of the finest small ranches in the area! $850,000.

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In the beautiful Hill Country around Vanderpool on Highway 337, a 77±­-acre hidden jewel with two cabins and great building sites overlooking the Sabinal River Canyon may be waiting to become your family’s weekend retreat under the stars. One-of-a-kind, deep, fishable, swimmable, crystal-clear live water also contributes to this beautiful property that can be yours. Enjoy great hunting, an ag appraisal and great access to Utopia, Medina, Lost Maples, Leakey and Bandera. Come have a look. $695,000.

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opportunity to own in the most beautiful area of the Hill Country and make a great income at the same time. The property offers both sides of the Sabinal River, cypress trees, a main home and three rental cabins operated and booked by a local rental company. This will not last! $575,000.

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These 145± exceptional, parklike acres feature a deep, rock-lined, private lake and several outstanding building sites among the oaks.

Enjoy great views, neighbors and fishing, as well as abundant wildlife. Just a few miles from Bandera, Median, and Kerrville, this is an opportunity to acquire a unique and special property. Come have a look. $2,900,000. Call Jim Fuchs, 210 413-3939

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Sitting on the porch of the cabin overlooking both sides of Mill Creek, which is one of the strongest creeks in the Sabinal Canyon, you can hear the running water beneath the towering cypress trees. The land is almost allusable, flat-bottom land; a significant portion is open and the balance is native hardwoods

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Creek. The fantastic little two-bedroom, twothe bank, overlooking the cypress-lined creek.

A spring box marks the spot that furnishes the cabin water. Enjoy nice views of the hills standing guard over the Sabinal Canyon and this exceptional property. These 74± acres will not last long. $725,000.

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Between Utopia and Vanderpool on the Sabinal River, this 126±-acre ranch has springs so pure and Enjoy highway frontage, strong native grasses and good working pens. Two three-bedroom, two-

bath homes offer great views of the mountains of Sabinal Canyon. This property may be divided: 57± acres and 69± acres, each with a home and highway and river frontage. $2,053,990.

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This fabulous new listing is pure Hill Country

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Maples State Park, this great little live water tract offers 800± feet of both sides of cypress-lined Sabinal River, highway frontage and a great threebedroom, two-bath, Spanish-style home with a large rock patio with barbecue area and hot tub that overlooks the river below. The property doubles as a private retreat/rental destination, grossing a very good income. Loaded with native game, exotics, wild turkey and hog, the property offers numerous great homesites, good neighbors and access, privacy and incredible views of some of the prettiest areas of the Hill Country. $1,800,000.

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This incredible 115±-acre live water tract just south of Utopia is the site of a historical Indian battle. Walking the property, you may find remnants of the battle such as old musket balls and Indian artifacts. There is at least one large undisturbed Indian mound. The crystal-clear water is unbelievable with one of the deepest natural water holes along the entire cypress-lined Sabinal River. Enjoy great cover for deer and turkey with many huge oaks and other hardwoods, adding

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character to the views of the canyon and surrounding hills and the many excellent building sites.

we would be happy to provide an opinion of value or just talk with you about current activity trends in the Hill Country and mineralrich South Texas markets. We are actively involved with buyers and sellers of properties conveying a portion of the mineral estate in Karnes, Wilson, Atascosa, Frio, Zavala and Uvalde Counties. We believe our services will be very useful when planning your real estate objectives. Call Jim Fuchs, 210 413-3939.

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This brand-new, two-story, two-bedroom, two- and one-half-bath home has a large master, loft office, media room, great room with fireplace and vaulted ceiling. A large kitchen features a

Real Estate Services Provided to Holders and commercial range, granite countertops and storage space everywhere. A nice one-bedroom, one-bath guest home and carport are also included. Enjoy paved county road frontage and Acquirers of Premium Hill Country & South Texas Properties awesome views from anywhere on the property. The backyard has an excellent site for a pool

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overlooking the Sabinal Canyon. Set in the Thundercreek subdivision, which includes usage of a private 2,700-foot grass runway (95TA), this is a must see to appreciate the quality of work and the views. $479,000.

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floor plan. A gentleman’s barn has towering 23' windows overlooking the pond

pipe working corral allow for cattle. The property has paved road frontage,

and rolling acreage, a game room, guest bedroom and bath. There is a three-

These 335.01 acres feature a branch of the Yegua Creek that creates a great This one-of-a-kind gentleman’s ranch offers 18.84 acres of privacy and beauty. habitat for abundant wildlife in the fertile creek bottom and a free-flowing Upon entering the property, you are greeted by majestic live oaks, then wind artesian well that creates a year-round slew perfect for duck hunting. Other features include scattered trees, wooded areas, a pond, diverse elevation

down the drive around the stocked pond. The main house features an Austin stone exterior, hardwood floors, three bedrooms, three baths and has an open

easy access to Highway 21 and a convenient location between Austin and stall horse barn with room for additional stalls and tack room, a covered arena Bryan/College Station. Contact Leroy Hodde for more information.

and several turn-out traps. Contact Kaysee Schulte for more information.

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In the highly sought-after Ranches of Doe Run, this 25.4±-acre tract These 148.84 acres with high rolling hills overlook the Brazos River Valley features rolling terrain with wonderful views, mature trees, stocked with close proximity to Caldwell and Bryan/College Station. The property pond and a wooded area. Custom built in 2006, the home boasts 3,855± features extensive cross-fencing, scattered groves of native pecan trees and square feet, three bedrooms, five baths, study/fourth bedroom, office, 10- wooded areas; a four-bedroom, two-bath home with wraparound porches; foot ceilings and pine floors. The great room is open to the kitchen and equipment barn, corral and three water wells. This is a great productive ranch has a built-in entertainment center, brick-accented fireplace and dining for cattle/hay production. Contact Randy Hodde for more information. area. The kitchen includes beautiful granite countertops, a large island with seating and upgraded appliances. The downstairs master bedroom has a fireplace and his and hers baths. The home has a screened-in sunroom, a three-car attached garage and a detached two-car garage.

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This beautiful 57±-acre country estate offers a parklike setting with rolling Leave your worries at the gate as you enter this 37.22-acre ranch terrain, two stocked ponds, scattered oaks throughout, an Austin stone home between Brenham and Giddings. Relax in the 2,268±-square-foot with pool and pergola, three-car detached garage, five-stall barn and a riding custom home (built in 2008) with three bedrooms, open entertaining arena. The three-bedroom, two-bath home has 2,066 square feet, wraparound

and living areas and picture windows of the beautiful countryside.

porches, formal dining, living room with stone fireplace, kitchen with Silestone The kitchen has granite countertops, an oversized island and detailed countertops and breakfast area and an office (or fourth bedroom). The

lighting. Other great features include a party barn (or guest quarters),

versatile metal barn has five stalls, parking with 110 RV plug, covered tractor/ RV hookup, large workshop and barn with tack room and storage implement storage and more. Contact Ashley Jahnke for more information.

areas. Contact Kaysee Schulte for more information.

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valley thriving with wildlife. On the prominent ridge, a truly custom

This 139.5±-acre tract is conveniently located four miles from Giddings, These 159.854± beautiful acres between Brenham and Bellville feature which allows easy access to Austin or Houston. The property features pristine and panoramic views of the distant countryside and rolling a great mix of improved pastures, scattered oaks, four stocked ponds, hills with scattered groves of pecan trees and other hardwoods. A fork heavily wooded areas and a wonderful building site with breathtaking of the East Mill Creek traverses the property and creates a tree-lined Greek Revival home features a stone exterior and slate tile porches.

Interior features include a master suite, two bedrooms, family and entertainment rooms, spacious kitchen with full-service butler’s pantry, media room, study and two-car garage. Other ranch improvements include a Morton barn with a porch, living quarters and a large storage area. The ranch has many improved hay meadows, three ponds and

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Somerville Retreat

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These 58.4± beautiful acres just east of historic Chappell Hill, adjoining the This perfect weekend getaway lies two miles from Lake Somerville! This Ranches of Doe Run, feature paved county road frontage, automatic gated

move-in-ready, three-bedroom, one-bath home (built in 1988) sits on

entrance, rolling terrain, excellent views, numerous tree groves, creek and 23.43± rolling acres with a pond! This home features a covered front abundant wildlife. Built in 2009, the 2,264±-square-foot home features 12' porch and a large back deck with fire pit. This great recreational property porches, 10' ceilings, open kitchen and living areas, granite island kitchen, features scattered trees, wooded areas with trails throughout (perfect for two living areas, rock fireplace and hardwood flooring. This perimeter and ATVs), a creek, sandy soil, abundant wildlife and lighting to show off the cross-fenced property has a barn, two ponds, two wells, additional electric huge trees around the home. This home comes furnished and ready to and an ag exemption. Contact Tiffany Compton for more information.

enjoy! Contact Tammy Foreman for more information.

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In perfect move-in condition, this beautiful custom home on 17.78± These 223.56 acres are just miles from Lake Somerville and 20 minutes rolling acres lies close to Brenham! The home features 3,852 spacious from Texas A&M University. The ranch features gentle rolling terrain, square feet, four/five bedrooms, three and a half baths, a two-car

mature oaks, nice open pasture bordered by wooded areas, four ponds

garage with carport, formal living room with stone fireplace, study/ (one stocked) and Thompson Creek traversing the property. There is road office, French doors, 9-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, family kitchen frontage on two sides. Enhancements include electricity, well, equipment with American Stone countertops, a huge great/game/media room and

storage, barn and corral. Contact Randy Hodde for more information.

a downstairs master suite. Enjoy the outdoor kitchen/living featuring a stone fireplace, stained concrete, smoker, gas barbecue pit, sink and beautiful landscaping including a fountain, flagstone walkways and sprinkler system. The property features a picturesque pond, a beautiful wooded area along the creek and a barn/shop (50' by 30') with a halfbath, two overhangs and pipe corral. If you are searching for your

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Tucked away among other large ranches, the Adamson Ranch is truly unique, owned for over 70 years! Its seclusion and open terrain are exceptional, with rolling hills, good pastureland and elevations from 2,106 to 2,290± feet. Infrastructure includes a ranch house, guesthouse, garage, low fencing, three water wells, cisterns and troughs. Seasonal Dry

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quail and dove. Minerals are negotiable.

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Rocksprings Ranch 2,500± Acres

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This gently rolling terrain is highlighted by pastureland as well as significant elevations. Improvements include a one-story home, guesthouse and low fencing. There is a water well and seasonal creek.

Native wildlife abounds, with whitetail deer, turkey, hog, quail and dove. Minerals are negotiable.

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Family owned since 1948, this scenic ranch is a great recreational getaway that offers good hunting with breathtaking views. Abundant native wildlife includes whitetail deer, turkey, hog, free-ranging exotics and small game. With minimal improvements, this land is ready for improvements of your choice.

‘Just Enough Ranch’

789± Acres

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A rim of hills protects a serene valley with ponds, two springs, four wells and a 3±-acre lake viewed from a striking lodge. Since 1961, this ranch has been a haven for native and exotic wildlife from around the world, including wildebeest, Watusi, aoudad, sika, axis, fallow, waterbuck, Nile lechwe, kangaroo and scimitar-horned oryx. The ranch includes excellent infrastructure with four barns, metal pens, a lighted animal capture/working barn, staff cabin, feeders/feed silo, an 8' high-fenced perimeter and minerals!

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Spectacular water includes the Llano River, 8±-acre and 2±-acre lakes, tanks, springs and three wells. West of Horseshoe Bay, it features a main home, foreman’s home and two metal barns. Grand trees and improved pastures include 700± high-fenced acres for whitetail (a managed deer herd includes several bucks scoring 160 to 170 B&C), turkey, hog plus exotic blackbuck, scimitar-horned oryx and axis. Enjoy fishing in the 8±-acre lake and Llano River.

Llano River Ranch 842± Acres

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Blackbuck Ranch 648± Acres

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Part of historic land owned since the 1940s, these scenic hills include a summit with 360° views including the city skyline from one of the highest elevations northwest of San Antonio.

Beautifully wild, it has minimal improvements, including a small homestead, all-weather roads, game fencing and cross-fencing into two pastures. Refreshing water includes seasonal Leon Creek, fed by crystal-clear springs, plus two water wells. The ranch is 20± miles to downtown!

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Minutes east of Fredericksburg in the Pedernales River Valley, this country estate has 1,700± feet of both sides of South Grape Creek plus a stocked pond. A post oak forest buffers a classic home by architect Isaac Maxwell and a turnof-the-century homestead. Features include a water well, perimeter fencing, welded metal pens and 10± acres of improved pastures.

Big Foot Ranch 905± Acres

South Texas v Frio County v Big Foot

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Only about an hour from San Antonio near Devine, this recreational ranch offers good brush

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This great hunting ranch has impressive Turkey Creek and a unique geographic feature of Cline Mountain with an elevation of 1,263 feet. This land provides great views, good brush and large oaks, making this ranch exceptional!

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Infrastructure includes a ranch home, three metal barns on concrete floors and high fencing on the front 765± acres. Exotic and native wildlife includes blackbuck, axis, fallow, sika, oryx, zebra plus whitetail deer, turkey, dove and quail.

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casing. This area is renowned for trophy-class wildlife, including whitetail, turkey, quail,

945± Acres

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Loma Alta Ranch 900± Acres

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In the heart of South Texas prime hunting land, this high-fenced ranch has it all. Well watered, it has a strong Carrizo well that supplies a 2- to 3±-acre lake and center pivots that water 100±-acre food plots. There is one domestic well for a small home. Gently rolling terrain with great brush diversity offers great hunting. Five cattle tanks supply water for wildlife.

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Here is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own one of South Texas’ finest hunting properties! Prime whitetail deer and quail country has exceptional diversity of high-protein brush that supports high numbers of trophy whitetail, turkey, quail, dove, wild hog, duck and other species for year-round hunting and recreation. The ranch has approximately two miles of Leona River frontage and multiple Carrizo wells to supply water through underground pipelines, plus 12 tanks (some with largemouth bass). Extensive improvements include a lodge, guesthouse, hunter’s house, summer kitchen, staff housing, plus numerous barns, an office, kennels, pens, game processing facilities, etc. Contact Al Philip, 210 415-8602, Al.Philip@sothebysrealty.com or Robert Dullnig, 210 213-9700, DullnigRanches@gmail.com

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The well-managed deer herd is of excellent quality and numbers, plus there is abundant quail, turkey, dove and hog. There is great brush diversity, two large tanks for bass fishing and recreation, three small tanks plus a 350+ GPM Carrizo well supplying water to all areas. With more than two miles

1,546± Acres on the Leona River South Texas v Zavala County v Batesville

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Here is a rare opportunity to acquire a ranch with over two miles of Leona River frontage! The river bottom offers habitat for phenomenal whitetail, turkey, quail, dove and hog complemented by a superb variety of high-protein brush including blackbrush, guayacan, retama, granjeno, mesquite and others. With paved highway frontage and low fencing, this is a hunter’s dream just 70± miles southwest of San Antonio. Contact Al Philip, 210 415-8602, Al.Philip@sothebysrealty.com or Robert Dullnig, 210 213-9700, DullnigRanches@gmail.com

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Here’s a great recreational property with fishing and wing-shooting plus future development potential 15 minutes from downtown San Antonio. There is one-half mile of Medina River frontage, three tanks, two ponds and four water wells. Tanks offer bass fishing, dove and duck hunting. There is a farmhouse, five equipment sheds, barn, pens and low-fencing.

Some mineral and water rights convey. Call Randy Cadwallader, 210 860-0093.

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Oak Ridge Ranch 243± Acres

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First time on the market since the 1840s, this Sisterdale Community settler’s land has gorgeous river Oak Ridge Ranch offers privacy and seclusion, frontage and a grand view of the river valley. Beautiful farmland includes irrigation plus mineral good hunting, great views and quality rights. The unique historic headquarters includes an 1870s rock home, 1850 frame cabin and barns

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improvements! Featured are the ranch house and outbuildings deserving restoration. Call Larry Lester, 210 347-4546. with great porches for relaxation, charming guesthouse, garage and RV hangar. There is a main water well and a shared well. The ranch is home to whitetail deer, exotic axis and wild turkey among others. Call Steven Bennett, 210 287-3776.

Grapetown Road 97± Acres 6606 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78209

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Inspired by the European countryside, this treasured ranch harbors gracious living, stunning improvements and rare proximity to historic Fredericksburg. The commanding residence provides elegance with privacy, and expansive patios that overlook an impressive 4-acre stocked pond. Fine improvements include a two-bedroom suite guesthouse and metal barn. Call Rick Kuper, 210 240-8282.

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1,664± Acres

Central Texas v Falls County v Satin

Approximately 20 miles southeast of Waco and one and a half hours from Austin or Dallas, this property offers exquisite living on a working ranch. The custom estate home, featured in several magazines, was built in 2006 and offers 7,300± square feet of uniqueness. The home overlooks a 15±-acre lake and waterfall pool bordered by an entertainment cantina and separate barbecue cabana, all surrounded by majestic oaks, beautiful views and superb sunsets. Highly improved pastures have been home for many years to a legendary registered cattle operation with top-notch handling facilities inclusive of show, sale, horse and hay storage barns, three sets of working pens, water wells and four remodeled guest/staff houses. Excellent rainfall and live water are abundant throughout, including a large creek. Turkey and hogs are plentiful, and there are even a few whitetail deer. Partially owned minerals will convey.

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A Legend: The Devils River There still remain vast tracts where the spirit of the Texas frontier remains unbroken. Where gin-clear waters meander through sun-parched canyons. This is Nature’s private crossroads. From the air, the sight is unmistakable: A spring-fed ribbon in an undeveloped corner of Texas, the Devils River is the zero-benchmark for water quality in our state and one of the few wild rivers remaining in the Southwest. It remains as pure as yesteryear and awaits your discovery. A forest thrives along the riverbanks here on the western perimeter of the Hill Country, while desert plants and flowers assert themselves at this far-eastern reach of the Chihuahuan Desert. Representative plants and animals from the South Texas Brush Country additionally call this wild place home. Broad shouldered and rugged. Rich in character. The Devils River is a legendary oasis that speaks to all who treasure the great outdoors.

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Paradise Found The ranch boasts 88,000-plus acres, rolled up from multiple individual parcels, each with a unique landscape and history. Teeming with wildlife, they comprise a sportsman’s paradise with both sides of one of Texas’ premiere fisheries in addition to whitetail deer, javelina, wild cats, turkey and quail. The spring-fed waters on the ranch nourish biological diversity. The 6-plus miles of pristine riverfront are home to rare and unique species. Over 350 bird types populate the ranch, some finding survival difficult elsewhere. Fern cave, the largest in the state by volume, provides maternity shelter to over 10,000,000 Mexican free-tailed bats; their dramatic, hour-long emergence on Summer evenings is a natural wonder to behold.

Wide open yet secluded, this assemblage of land offers an unprocessed expanse of an older Texas, still much as it was when the railroad first went through, pristine and undeveloped. Of course, there are numerous homesites that would be ideal for modern construction, but the greatest satisfaction will be found on the land and waters of this unspoiled place.

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The Last Frontier

Land of this stature is a rare find. Back in the day, neighboring ravines were nicknamed Dead Man’s Gulch and Crazy Canyon for good reason.

Not far away, Judge Roy Bean dealt his wry brand of justice at the end of a six-shooter. Colorful, yes. But that was a single chapter in the land’s relatively recent past. The ranch’s roots go far deeper. Fern Cave was a Union bastion behind enemy lines at a time of secession and war between states. Fort Hudson, an outpost on the San Antonio to El Paso mail route, was situated on the ranch and the ruins of its pre-Civil War stockade are a haunting reminder of a time of war between cultures. Indeed, several recorded skirmishes occurred at “Camp Hudson” when raids throughout the area were commonplace.

Over ten thousand years ago, before recorded history, people were drawn to the rock shelters and countless grottoes among the ranch’s canyons.

They found a bountiful hunting ground and pure spring waters. And because only a few have had the enviable privilege to know and explore this area, to step foot here is to step back in time and encounter a history not widely known.

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A Place Unlike Any Other Many ranches offer ecological diversity and an abundance of game.

Some have noteworthy historical sights within their boundaries. A rare few exhibit the scale of this offering. But no other place on the market today is so fully endowed with the things that appeal to the truly discriminating buyer of large ranches. If you count yourself among that rarefied clientele, please schedule today to see this important offering.

Fly to the property’s 6,000-foot airstrip and transfer to our helicopter for your private viewing. Or drive the ranch’s extensive paved road system for a ground-level tour. Either way, you will not be disappointed in this special place. v

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ituated at Highway 55’s “19-Mile Crossing” of the Nueces River about halfway between Uvalde and Camp Wood, Long Hollow Ranch offers approximately 8,400 acres to the

informed sporting family equipped to recognize quality and value in today’s changing marketplace. Long Hollow and several of its contiguous neighbors are subject to water-quality conservation easements designed to ensure future permeability of the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone. By limiting (not eliminating) subdivision and development, these protections preserve far more than water quality. How secure is the viewshed at your existing ranch? How would it affect your enjoyment if the equally-large property you’re considering elsewhere becomes surrounded by 300-acre, then 150-acre ranchettes? If you plan to leave land to future generations, what safeguards the outdoors experience you enjoy today? Can it last? Long Hollow is an active cattle ranch and the conservation easements in place throughout the area enhance rather than limit sporting opportunities. Oil and gas extraction are expressly allowed, and all minerals will convey at time of sale. It’s simple: If you’re not a developer, conservation land provides substantially more acreage for a given budget, or requires less investment to reach a target size.

Long Hollow Ranch is beautiful country with significant appreciative potential at a very compelling price. Fortunately for those that do, few people understand the emerging trends by which investment-grade rural property is selected and held. If you are capable of owning an asset of this caliber and you comprehend value, Long Hollow Ranch should be on your short list to consider. Limited subdivision is possible.

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Corn Springs River Ranch Texas Hill Country v Mason County v Mason

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Corn Springs River Ranch is an exquisite, 2,283-acre offering on the mystical James River, in prized southern Mason County. The wide, rock-bottom river has never gone dry and flows over rock shelves into blue holes, creating noisy waterfalls along the way. The legendary, signature orange bluffs tower over the waterway, providing a backdrop that is truly unforgettable at sundown. Spring-fed side creeks flow over travertine into shallow pools, while “Garden Spring” splashes heavily off a cliff into the river below. $8,000,000.

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Circle A Ranch is a superior, 424-acre high-fenced recreational ranch on the Blanco River just west of Blanco, and only 45 minutes from north San Antonio. A fine, ranch-style country home overlooks the Blanco River valley to the north and is complemented by a nice guest home and other good outbuildings. With 3,000+ feet of mostly deep Blanco River frontage, plus a huge private spring Best Ranches. Best Folks.

and two other spring-fed creeks, the water is

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rated superior. Offering a wonderful variety of

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in turn-key condition. $4,870,000.

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Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg Crabapple Falls Ranch is 1,381 acres of the most stunning live water and scenery available in the Texas Hill Country, only 16 miles from Fredericksburg’s Main Street. Featuring inyour-face views of Enchanted Rock and other mega-granite outcroppings, this outstanding wilderness tract combines raw beauty with the ultimate in national park-type infrastructure and tasteful improvements, including two fine homes.

A 175-foot-deep canyon with sheer walls of gneiss and granite spires towers over heavy-flowing Crabapple Creek cascading down through a series of waterfalls and rainbow trout-stocked deep pools, in an awesome setting that is reminiscent of the Rocky Mountains. There is not a finer ranch offering in Texas at this time. $10,000,000.

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Headwaters Ranch is a sweet, 536-acre portion of the legendary Redstone Ranch, just north of Stonewall on RR 2721. Trendy Fredericksburg is only 15 minutes away. This interesting offering includes a fine, partially restored German compound and home, perched on a hillside, with staggering views of the Pedernales River valley below. The ranch

Headwaters Ranch

is fenced and cross fenced, with several clean

Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Stonewall

of wildlife. $3,720,000.

grass hayfields, stock ponds, springs and tons

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Lone Oaks Ranch is an extra-nice, 550-acre portion of the Redstone Ranch just north of Stonewall on RR 2721. There is not a prettier piece of land in the area. This place features one of the most gorgeous, uniform stands of oaks interspersed with grassy meadows ever seen.

A clean hayfield dotted with two large oaks is the centerpiece. Basic ranch infrastructure is in place, wildlife and water are abundant and the location is second to none. $3,270,000.

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Stieler Springs + Water Valley Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Comfort

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Stieler Springs + Water Valley Ranch totals about 580 acres, featuring strong-flowing North Creek source springs feeding spectacular, hardwood-laden canyonlands in the high divide country between Comfort and Fredericksburg, just off U.S. 87. There are several clean fields, unreal bottoms of oak/pecan, limestone cliffs and one of the best large lake sites ever seen.

Oak-studded uplands harbor herds of whitetail and axis deer, while providing stunning vistas of distant hills. Two livable homes contribute value. $6,500/acre.

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Oak Knoll Ranch consists of 1,306 high-fenced acres of prime “Divide” hunting land in western Kerr

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County on U.S. Highway 83, south of landmark Garven Store. This gently rolling, oak-studded land provides superb habitat for trophy whitetail, wild turkey and exotics. Paved road infrastructure, solid water system, distant vistas and a history of hands-on management by longtime owner contribute to an offering that ranks among the finest in the area. Other attributes include strong native grasses, 100% mineral conveyance and the great remote, yet accessible, location. $2,970,000.

Pedernales Springs Ranch Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Johnson City

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Pedernales Springs is a fantastic, 1,126-acre working/recreational ranch lying on the north banks of the Pedernales River in the area of the LBJ Parks, near Stonewall. Featuring one of the prettiest stretches of this prized river, one can swim and fish in long, deep holes or bask in one of several noisy waterfalls along the 1.25 miles of frontage. The gently rolling land is studded with healthy oaks and punctuated by several large, clean grass fields. Other items of intrigue include a mapped cave, several large private springs, monster southeastern vistas, exquisite pecan bottoms and healthy populations of deer and turkey. $10,130,000.

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Red Hill River Ranch is a fine, 4,090-acre ranching/hunting parcel on the James River at the Kimble/ Mason County line, northwest of Harper. This ranch is 75% valley land, covered with oaks, brush and tall native grasses, with over 1.5 miles of both sides of the river, which has some water in it 95% of the time. Gorgeous bottoms of oak/

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walnut/pecan line parts of the river bottom and

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the legendary Blue Mountains form the ranch’s

P.O. Box 755 • Boerne, TX 78006

western boundary. Paved frontage, minerals and

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Located deep in the South Texas Brush Country, Southwind Ranch offers a

contrast to the region’s legendary roughness. The 240-acre ranch boasts lush, emerald-green improved pastures, which complement the imposing four-story, 34-room antebellum mansion. Southwind is truly splendor in the grass.

While the ranch has many amenities for sportsmen and livestock enthusiasts, including a 10-acre trophy bass lake with accompanying clubhouse and an air-conditioned showbarn/ auction facility that seats 325, it is the house that is centerpiece of this magnificent property.

With more than 35,000 square feet under roof, there is room to showcase some masterful architectural and interior design touches.

The three-story atrium entry soars 60 feet and features a floating staircase that leads to an

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multiple baths, dressing rooms, dry sauna and steam rooms. There is also a lighted, regulation clay tennis court. The manicured grounds were designed for outdoor entertaining and can accommodate 2,500 guests.

Other outdoor features include an extensive underground irrigation system, a greenhouse, kennels, a seven-stall horse barn and stables.

The ranch is ideally located for a corporate retreat or an exceptional family compound. It is a mere 45 minutes from San Antonio and its international airport and only two minutes from a private airfield. Plus, it is only 90 minutes from the sun and fun of the Gulf Coast.

Southwind Ranch offers an unmatched opportunity to own a unique piece of South Texas. It is truly splendor in the grass. $7,900,000. GReAT OwneR FInAnCInG! v

Central Texas v Karnes County v Karnes City entry parlor with inlaid wood flooring, a huge

bar, inlaid wood dance area, mirrored dance

master suite with a fireplace and cherry wood

studio, walk-in cooler and wine cellar.

inlaid flooring, and marble his and her baths.

For staff, the estate has a maid’s suite with

Highlights of the main floor include a dining

full kitchen, a staff dormitory, a three-bedroom

room with fireplace, a music room, a library

ranch manager’s house and fully equipped

with a marble fireplace, a living room with

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fireplace, a professionally appointed gourmet kitchen, a dumbwaiter and a full bath.

The excellent appointments are not limited to the interior of this palatial mansion, but

Throughout the house, there are six

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oversized guest suites that include full baths

inside the private, gated walled compound, is

and adjoining sitting rooms, while the seventh

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guest suite boasts a full-sized kitchen. Other

with a poolside bar, dining areas, an exotic bird

features of special interest are the Art Deco

aviary, studio-quality sound systems, lavish

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This Athens showplace, formerly owned by the famous Texas oilman Ed Cox, offers an opportunity to own one of Texas’ most famous ranches. This legendary ranch was designed for Texas-size parties with a 2,000-square-foot great room with 28' beamed ceilings, bar and game room, conference room, banquet-size dining room, completely updated kitchen with exotic material and a huge master suite with sitting room and fireplace. The master bath features a separate spa room with swim-out access to the main pool. The glass-walled gallery with wine room overlooks the pool and pool house with full gym and guest suite. There is a separate staff quarters plus a manager’s home. The equestrian facility features a show barn with indoor arena.

The exotic game preserve has high game fencing.

A gated entrance leads to the 10,000-square-foot, one-story, completely restored mansion set on 192 acres with three private lakes and frontage on a 328-acre private lake. Offered completely furnished with custom furnishings.

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Villa Azzurra

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Northeast Texas v Wood County v Mineola

A rare opportunity to purchase a part of Texas history, this 50-acre estate is the original homestead of a famous Texas oil dynasty. Only 80 minutes from Dallas, this masterpiece was handcrafted by Italian artisans imported from Italy in the 1930s by the original owner, oil baron J.C. Judge. Lovingly constructed with no regard for cost and completely restored to its original glory, this 10,000-square-foot mansion sits among parklike grounds with extensive plantings, huge towering trees and an engineered, stocked lake. There is a lake-view guest home, manager’s home, pool and pool house and two barns. Reduced from $5,500,000 to $2,900,000. Will sell with less acreage or more acreage is available. Visit www.VillaAzzurra.net.

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Quite possibly the best hunting ranch for sale in Edwards County, JN Ranch consists of 1,069 high-fenced acres and is just over 17 miles southwest of Rocksprings. Twenty species of game animals roam the hills and water at the spring-fed pond. The ranch has two water wells, one powered by a windmill with a stock tank. The house sits on a high limestone bluff overlooking the ranch. Ranch roads are in good condition and easily accessible via two-wheeldrive vehicles. The JN Ranch sells turn-key, including two metal storage barns, two 500-gallon fuel tanks and twin bulk feed storage bins, equipment, ATVs and more. Jesse Lockhart, listing broker. http://texaslandbrokers.org/prop378.html

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Spring-fed Cedar Creek meanders through the east side of the ranch with two dams to contain the springs and offering a beautiful parklike setting for recreation. A picturesque setting with log cabin overlooks the pond and large post oak trees. This 940-acre ranch has rolling hills with awesome views of the Pedernales River Valley, a gated entrance, all-weather roads, perimeter fencing and cross fenced, as well as springs and ponds for livestock and wildlife. Selectively cleared of cedar and lots of improved grasses, the ranch features a three-bedroom, two-bath, recently remodeled log cabin ready for a family or weekend. There is a barn and working pens and a well at the cabin with large water storage. One of the most attractive items about this property is its proximity to Austin or San Antonio (about an hour) and Fredericksburg (35 to 40 minutes), home to Wildseed Farms, several wineries and lots of great shopping and dining.

Kenneth or Nancy Wendland, listing Brokers. http://texaslandbrokers.org/prop609.html

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River Canyon is a solid, 332-acre offering on the Colorado River just north of Brady, with a deep canyon loaded with hardwoods and wildlife. This fine parcel includes five stock tanks, a large lake site, several clean fields and a good mix of mesquite brush, shrubs and scattered live oaks.

The area is known for quality deer, turkey, dove and quail hunting, while the river and stock tanks provide ample fishing opportunities. The ranch is served by a rural water line and electricity and possesses several nice homesites with views of the ranch, river and surrounding areas. $980,000.

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These 250 acres are part of an old family ranch established in the early 1900s. This is the first time it has been offered for sale. The ranch is situated on the Divide (an area in western Kerr County and northern Real County), which is well-known for its gently rolling terrain and excellent hunting. This property has an abundance of game, including axis, whitetail, rams and turkey; is high fenced on two sides and low fenced on the remainder; and has some Stateclassified minerals. It is about an hour from Kerrville and half an hour from Leakey with frontage on paved RR 3235. Perry Bushong, listing Broker. http://texaslandbrokers.org/prop577.html

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Pair-O-Dice Ranch is 364.21 acres in western Real County. With over half a mile of both sides of Bullhead Creek and springs on Brushy Creek, this property is simply magnificent. The beautiful 3,900Âą-square-foot home has four bedrooms, three baths and a wraparound covered porch. A separate kitchen, two gazebos and bathhouse lie under towering pecan trees near the swimming area. Enjoy abundant native and exotic wildlife. The ranch is a combo of open fields plus rugged hills. It is bisected by Ranch Road 2631 and could easily be divided into two pieces, each with creek. The property has many potential uses. Shirley Shandley, listing Broker. http://texaslandbrokers.org/prop591.html

820-Acre Ranch Central Texas v Hamilton County v Hamilton

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In the rolling hills east of Hamilton, this ranch offers county road frontage and many outstanding live oak motts, mesquite and redberry cedar. Crystal-clear Fornash Creek traverses the property for about a quarter mile. The creek area is heavily wooded with large live oak, sycamore and willow. Three stock tanks, a water well, and three small, spring-fed creeks, which run in wetter months, provide water for livestock, deer, turkey, dove and quail. In addition to being a very pretty place, this ranch has an excellent turf of climax grasses and forbs, making it a good cattle grazing and wildlife habitat. Twenty-five percent of the mineral estate will convey. Frank Childress, listing Broker. http://texaslandbrokers.org/prop284.html

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10,449 Acres

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This premier South Texas ranch lies 18 miles west of Hebbronville, within 20 minutes of the Jim Hogg 5,000' airport. This famous area is rich in Texas history, with Indians and early travelers getting water from Albercas Creek on the ranch. Today, the well-managed and protected ranch is a classic private hunting and recreational property. The owners have managed a fine allnative trophy whitetail herd for five years. The ranch boasts great quail, dove and duck hunting.

There are 20 surface tanks, three creeks and numerous wells. This ranch could be combined with the historic 37,224-acre Buckle L Ranch in North Texas to assemble a 48,000-acre ranch empire. John A. Gould, listing Broker. http://texaslandbrokers.org/prop656.html

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This excellent hunting ranch has exceptional

Hunting Paradise

aoudad where one of the biggest aoudads in Texas was taken. Other wildlife includes elk, mountain lion, bobcat, whitetail deer and dove.

West Texas v Val Verde County v Del Rio

Gravity feeders and blinds also convey. The property includes three tracts, all sold together with a total of 300+ acres of the most beautiful country in southwest Texas. This is a great place to hunt or enjoy the outdoors. The spectacular views reach for miles. Water and electricity are available. Charlie Doege, listing Broker. http://texaslandbrokers.org/prop593.html

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North of La Grange 38 Acres

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Come discover this 38-acre hidden tract heavily wooded with mature pine trees. A couple of new ponds make this the perfect

Justice Road 240 Acres

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weekend getaway; nearby electricity offers Perfect for hunting, this 240-acre tract offers county road frontage and great access to Highway great building sites. Inhabiting wildlife 71. This ranch has heavily wooded areas, several ponds, abundant wildlife, as well as a nice provides good recreational activities.

building site and a great lake site.

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Own a desirable tract minutes south of La Grange at the corner of Radhost School Road and Kruppa Road. This property, which has been in the same family for generations, provides wonderful views to the north and west. The rolling terrain has two nice ponds and fertile soil good for cattle grazing and gardening. Live oaks line the drive to a twostory farm home that overlooks the property.

Pecan and live oak trees surround the home.

Several barns provide ample storage for your entire farm and ranch needs; a set of pens make working animals a breeze. The development possibilities are endless with two large lake sites and paved road frontage on two sides.

Smithville

112 Acres

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Central Texas v Bastrop County v Kovar

Take advantage of this huge reduction today! Offering lots of paved road frontage on Stolle Road and Zimmerhanzel Road, this rectangular, heavily wooded tract has a variety of huge trees and abundant deer and turkey. Utilities are available along the roadway. The western portion has some open areas with large scattered trees, providing grazing for cattle. Two nice-sized, hidden ponds lie on the interior. Abundant paved road frontage, utilities, heavy woods, wildlife, location and more give this tract great development potential.

Views for Miles 250 Acres

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West of La Grange 73 Acres

Central Texas v Fayette County v West Point

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The perfect 73-acre cattle ranch with road

This 250-acre recreational and sportsman’s dream features rolling rugged terrain with lots frontage on two sides, this tract has everything of elevation changes that provide scenic views and several nice building sites. This heavily a cattle operation needs with a set of working wooded tract has two large lakes that provide abundant wildlife. This property is located north of La Grange, near the community of Winchester

pens, nice pond and abundant grazing pasture.

Oak trees would provide a nice building site.

Colorado River Ranch 135 Acres

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Just eight miles southeast of La Grange toward Columbus, south of Highway 71 and Joiner Road, and fronting the Colorado River, this L-shaped ranch has 1,900 feet of river frontage.

The completely wooded river banks feature huge trees that shade the rolling topography from the highest bank to the water’s edge. An access roadway down to a cleared area can be used for relaxing, viewing, fishing, picnicking, etc. A boat can be launched into the river from the lower bank. Whitetail deer travel along the banks of the river, while the open pastureland provides excellent habitat for mourning doves.

The pastureland’s fertile soil is excellent for agricultural production or cattle grazing, while the wooded areas along the river banks are excellent for recreation and enjoyment.

Rolling Terrain and Views 110 Acres

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This property lies 12 miles west of La Grange and eight miles east of Smithville on the south side of Highway 71. This heavily wooded tract has rugged terrain. A large, deep lake (8± surface acres) lies within the varied elevations and rolling hills. A live creek traverses the property, and a nice pond lies on the tract. Trees that cover the entire acreage are of all varieties: live oaks, post oaks, elms, cottonwoods, cedars, pines, etc. The privacy and seclusion provide for a wildlife haven.

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ffering beautiful Hill Country views, this amazing 650Âą-acre ranch is a convenient 45-minute drive to downtown Austin, 15 minutes from Horseshoe Bay and down the road from Hamilton Pool. Completely cleared of cedar, the ranch features a five-bedroom, five- and one-half-

bath custom home with outdoor kitchen and heated pool—perfect for entertaining! The ranch has solar power with electric backup, but all lines are buried, so no power lines block the views. Contact Noah Wright for more information and to set up a showing. v

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Spring-Fed Luxury Wildlife Ranch

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Only a mile northwest of Barksdale, this ranch features 1,594' to 2,139' elevations, three springs, water well, live oak, shinoak, 12,289 feet of TX Hwy 55 frontage, a 4,825-square-foot luxury three-bedroom, four bath, Spanish-style villa with wrought-iron fenced security gated compound,

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Only nine miles west of Barksdale, this end-of-the-road heavily wooded wildlife habitat with elevations of 2,020' to 2,240' is bordered on two sides by a 60,000-acre ranch. Area wildlife includes axis, aoudad, whitetail deer, turkey, dove, quail, feral hogs and an occasional elk. The ranch includes a 1,716' two-bedroom, two-bath ranch home, 868' barn, 360' sub-pump well, 10,000-gallon concrete reservoir, 30-gallon pressure tank, water troughs, two blinds, stock pens, 11,544' perimeter stock fencing and several miles of trails.

345 acres

Home, barn, well, elec, septic, blinds

$599,950

concrete drive and parking area, Blue Haven

Devils River Game Ranch

heated swimming pool with waterfall, Jacuzzi, professionally landscaped grounds; 2,131-squarefoot

four-bedroom,

two-bath,

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bunkhouse;

1,243-square-foot guest home and 918-square-foot manager’s home. The ranch also includes a 38' x 60' metal barn, a 70' x 100' metal barn, an 8' by 16' tack house, miles of roads and game fencing with wildlife management facilities, a spring water system with 91,000 gallons in 3 concrete reservoirs and a second spring water system with a 3,000-gallon reservoir and pond. Most of the back of the ranch is rugged hills with awesome views while most of the highway frontage is

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Only eight miles north of Comstock with frontage on State Highway 163, this excellent wildlife gently rolling grasslands with large oaks. The habitat is convenient to Lake Amistad. Three travel trailers, electric, water well, tanks, seven blinds, luxury home is located at the foot of the hills six protein feeders, eight spincast feeders, 40' container, perimeter game fenced, game stock. with excellent views overlooking the large oak grasslands populated with aoudad, dove, quail,

265 acres

Dry Devils River Ranch

turkey, axis and whitetail deer. This is the best luxury ranch buy in the Texas Hill Country.

202 acres

$895,000

906 acres

$3,990,000

1,108 acres

$4,750,000

$424,000

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Only 12 miles northeast of Juno with frontage on FM 189, the ranch has convenient access with easy driving distance to Sonora and I-10. The ranch features a 1,046-square-foot, furnished, three-bedroom, two-bath modular

home, well, electric, two barns, John Deere 300 with front-end loader and disc, three blinds, one

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feeder and views of the dry Devils River. The live oak, shin oak, blue sage, grama, buffalo and bluestem habitat is home to a variety of area wildlife including axis, fallow, whitetail, aoudad, barbado, turkey, dove and quail. Interesting Indian artifacts have been found in this area.

98 acres

Home, well, Devils River view

$199,950

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Only minutes from Kerrville, this beautiful divide country rolling oak wildlife habitat with elevations of 2,300' to 2,380' and 4,604' frontage on State Highway 41 is completely perimeter game fenced. The ranch has a 1,572-square-foot, furnished, 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home, heated swimming pool, a furnished 666-square-foot, 2-bedroom, 1-bath guest home, several barns, several wildlife pens, facilities to raise wildlife,

AJK Ranch

13,879' of perimeter game fencing, some cross game fencing, 2 water wells, blinds and feeders.

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The heavy oak cover with bluestem, grama and buffalo grasses with 2 seasonal creeks, 2 ponds and an extensive system of water lines and water troughs throughout grassy meadows provide excellent habitat for populations of whitetail deer, axis, blackbuck antelope, turkey, dove and quail. This convenient hideaway is a rare find.

253 acres Furnished home, guest home, barns, wildlife pens, blinds, feeders

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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 and rugged hills, 1,880' to 2,280' elevations, heavy live oak, shin oak and pinon pine cover. Seasonal Indian Creek with axis, elk, fallow, whitetail, turkey, feral hog, dove and quail. Shared wells. 2,200' airstrip.

Electric service by Pedernales Electric Co-op.

100 acres

10x30 deck, 550-gallon water tank, elec, blinds, feeders, axis, elk

$139,950

135 acres

Water trough, elec service meter, deer, axis, elk, shared well

$199,950

137 acres

3,900' Luxury home, 2,100' barn/apartment, well, axis, elk

$499,950

262 acres

Cabin, trailer, elec, blinds, feeders, deer, axis, elk, shared well

$349,950

397 acres

Cabin, trailer, elec, water tank & troughs, 6 blinds & feeders

$449,950

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Only 10 miles northeast of Brackettville with elevations of 1,435' to 1,655', these end-ofthe-road ranches border Alamo Village with magnificent panoramic views. The live oak, shin oak, pinon pine, blue sage, huisache, huisachillo, grama, buffalo and bluestem habitat is home to a variety of wildlife including aoudad, axis, whitetail, hog, dove, quail and turkey with Lake

Only 26 miles north of Del Rio, Texas, this

Amistad nearby. The ranches include access to

scenic river ranch is remote with elevations of

electricity and a shared water well.

1,220' to 1,674', majestic views, 1,900' Devil’s

71 or 83 acres

River frontage, an 8' by 35' Fleetwood Avion,

100 or 128 acres

a 764-square-foot pole barn, 171-square-foot

102 acres trailer, barn, well, tank $199,950

$99,950 $149,950

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

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

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

$999,000

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The C-3 Ranch is in the heart of the Davis Mountains, a Sky Island of the Chihuahuan Desert with elevations ranging from 5,100 to 6,100 feet. Merrill Creek and its tributaries provide riparian woodlands and seasonal flowing clear waters surrounded by excellent high desert grasslands. There is a historic, adobe ranch home and outbuildings that could be restored into a unique headquarters complex.

The ranch has outstanding views of the nearby high mountains, including Mt. Livermore

C-3 Ranch

which is owned by The Nature Conservancy

3,900 Acres

as a preserve. The adjoining ranch to the north

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has a conservation easement that provides protected views. $2,200/acre or $8,580,000.

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Eight miles from Concan, these 2,656.5 acres on Blanco Creek offer a parklike setting with steep

limestone bluffs and huge Spanish moss-laden oaks. Spring-fed, crystal-clear waters create one of three biologically distinct eco-regions: of the best water holes in this part of the Hill Country. A limestone headquarters would make an the Texas Hill Country to the east, the excellent hunting or recreational retreat. $1,895 per acre or $5,034,067.

Chihuahuan Desert to the west and the subtropical Tamaulipan Brushland to the south, creating one of the most unique wildlife habitats in the state. These 300 acres include 2,800 feet of river frontage at $3,950 per acre

Double Bar X Ranch West Texas v Jeff Davis County v Valentine

or $1,185,000.

James King, Agent Tammy King, Broker P.O. Box 109, 109 State Street Fort Davis, TX 79734

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This 2,700-acre Valentine, Texas ranch has magnificent views of the Davis and Sierra Vieja Mountains, Marfa grassland at its best, pronghorn and blue quail and an original Sears and Roebuck headquarters (circa 1932). This working cattle ranch has excellent groundwater and wells, making it a jewel among the neighboring large ranches. With great access off Highway 90, this ranch is only 30 minutes to Marfa and Ft. Davis.

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The Rockpile Ranch

Twenty-five minutes south of Marfa, Kennedy Ranch lies off of paved Casa Piedra Road (FM169),

55,374 Acres

just past the bridge over live water Alamito Creek. Home to many species of birds (raptors,

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songbirds and game birds) and the larger wildlife This is only the third time in its 115-year titled history that this ranch has been offered for sale. of the desert (desert mule deer and javelina), the

All seller-owned mineral classified and fee minerals will be included. For additional information

property offers five wells all less than 250 feet and pictures on The Rockpile Ranch, visit www.therockpileranch.com. The ranch is offered for deep. 3,966 acres at $486 per acre or $1,927,476.

$985 per acre for a total of $54,516,795 cash.

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McInnis Ranch is a first-class working cattle, hunting and recreation ranch that has been in the same family since the turn of the century. Next to Sawtooth and Bear Mountain in the heart of the Davis Mountains, the ranch is a Sky Island of the Chihuahuan Desert with elevations ranging from 4,588 to 6,590 feet. The stunning views overlook the most spectacular scenery in the entire Davis Mountains with close views of Sawtooth, Livermore,

McInnis Ranch

Brooks and Bear Mountain and distant views of the Sierra Viejas, Chinati, Capote and others. The

20,401.5 Acres

ranch is 30% high mountains, 30% hills and 30%

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rolling grasslands. The McInnis Ranch has been a working cattle ranch for over a century and has been stocked at around 400 animal units yearlong as a conservative stocking rate to help promote the ranch’s abundant wildlife resources. The ranch has tremendous groundwater resources and is extremely well watered with strategic placement of wells and the use of water pipelines and troughs. $900/acre or $18,361,350.

Sky Island West Texas v Jeff Davis County v Fort Davis

James King, Agent Tammy King, Broker

Sky Island lies in the heart of the Davis Mountains, a mountain range surrounded by a desert sea with

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

elevations ranging from 6,100 to 6,700 feet. The crown jewel of Sky Island is an acclaimed 5,600-square-

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These 132 acres near the charming town of Burton offer a large hay meadow dotted with patches of wildflowers, a rock-lined creek, a grove of large live oaks surrounded by areas of woods near the center of the property and road frontage on all sides. Hidden within the trees, a restorable frame house is ready to be brought back to life. This beautiful tract is perfect for the horse lover and has a prominent riding facility nearby. $9,000 per acre.

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35Âą-acre horse operation is amazing. The This dramatic 6,083-square-foot stone house lies on 15 acres with mature trees, a manicured working farm is improved with a covered lawn, wooded areas and a crossing of a wet-weather creek. The recently renovated home includes riding arena, a lighted outdoor arena, three horse barns, equipment barn with office

beautiful architectural details including stone walls, cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, six fireplaces and unique reclaimed items. In addition to the entry, gourmet kitchen, five bedrooms,

and loafing sheds. The improved pastures

six full baths, two half-baths, spacious studies, formal dining room and game room, the home has are fenced and well maintained. $500,000. an attached 1,500+-square-foot carriage house. $719,000.

Additional acreage may be available.

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P.O. Box 582 Bellville, TX 77418

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This peaceful 175-acre tract features an exceptional diversity with rolling hills, open pastures and wooded areas. Enjoy the simple life while staying in the camp house in the tree-dotted pasture overlooking a large, scenic pond. While currently offering a quiet retreat, this tract also has potential to become an impressive ranch. $9,500 per acre.

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Seldom does the market see a prominent and beautiful tract of 300Âą acres so conveniently located close to town and on a paved farm to market road. This remarkable ranch has high hills with commanding views and open pastures dotted with mature trees artfully surrounded by woods. The property also possesses the added interest of seven ponds and two lakes stocked for fishing and encouraging wildlife to inhabit the ranch.

A 4,000-square-foot metal building with an

Buenaventura Ranch

upscale interior offers instant use while you decide which home site would be best for the

Central Texas v Austin County v Bellville

main house. $3,375,000.

Kissing Oaks Circle

MIJ9 Ranch

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This amazingly detailed, 4,433-square-foot,

Central Texas v Austin County v New Ulm

two-story home lies on a sheltered 4-acre Near the small town of New Ulm, these 31 acres are an exceptional find with woods, a tree- tract offering trees, woods, creek and pasture dotted pasture, scenic pond, creek and privacy. The scenic setting showcases a lovely home right in the heart of the charming small

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of 2,692 square feet with three bedrooms, two and a half baths, a game room and carport.

town of New Ulm. Enjoy deep porches, large Add front and back porches and an entertainment gazebo by the pond as well as a barn, rooms filled with sunlight, pine floors, high equipment building and covered RV parking and the result is a very custom weekend or full- ceilings, a fabulous kitchen, shady trees, a time farm in the country. $699,000.

circular drive and a hillside lawn coupled with gracious small-town neighbors. This is a true one-of-a-kind opportunity. Price reduced to $627,000.

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An impressive setting on a 195-acre tract provides the site for this elegant home of 7,500Âą square feet under roof. A gated entrance curving through live oak trees and a softly landscaped front lawn complement the dramatic hilltop view from the deep back porch and pool. A lake surrounded by

P.O. Box 582 Bellville, TX 77418

improved pastures, wooded wildlife area, two large barns including an RV docking station and a

979 865-9459

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From the moment you drive on to this prestigious property, you are greeted by rolling land, custom fencing and two stone entrances.

The stunning views are some of the best in the area and will take your breath away! There is a restored three-bedroom, three-bath farmhouse with a bunk room and great porches. It also features a one-of-a-kind lodge with three bedrooms, three baths, two kitchens, 60-foot bar, bunk room, media room and roll-up doors for

High Cotton Ranch

enjoying the incredible porches, sparkling pool and gorgeous views on 174+ acres. $2,900,000.

Central Texas v Fayette County v La Grange

Nadine Hufnall, Agent, 979 224-5956.

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This captivating 76+-acre hilltop retreat could be the place of your dreams. Enjoy commanding

Sunset Farm

views from the wide porches of the two-bedroom, two-bath log home. The interior features

Central Texas v Austin County v Bellville

cathedral ceilings in the great room with open kitchen and dining and a large stone fireplace as the centerpiece of the room. Several outbuildings include a garage with storage, tool shed and pump house, hay barn, cattle pens and dog pen. Road frontage on two country roads, three ponds and peach, pecan and plum trees round out the simple pleasures of elegant country life. $990,000. Cathy Cole, Agent, 979 251-0603.

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Imagine these 61+ beautiful acres as your weekend retreat or full-time residence. The property boasts three ponds, improved pastures, seasonal creek and rolling terrain with scattered trees. An exceptional three-bedroom, two- and one-half-bath country home features a Tuscan-style kitchen, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, Italian tile and natural hardwood oak flooring and relaxing porches. There is an additional four-bedroom, one-bath restored farmhouse for guests.

Thirty miles west of Katy, this fenced and cross-fenced property has a metal barn, pole barn and working pens. $1,100,000. Jo Ann Holba, Agent, 979 885-8171.

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Central Texas v Colorado County v Weimar

This is an extraordinary opportunity for any type of upscale equestrian, agricultural, ranching, events, distribution or retail operation. Highly visible on the I-10 feeder road, this ranch offers a chance to work, live and entertain all in one location and all in grand style! Convenient to Houston, Austin and San Antonio, this 28,000-square-foot metal and stone building houses the main residence (six bedrooms, three baths, three full kitchens plus a full outdoor kitchen/grill area poolside) and 11 horse stalls (16' by 16') with concrete flooring, two saddle and tack rooms, a one-bedroom efficiency apartment, a breezeway (48' by 32') and an enclosed concrete area for implements/storage. There are separate dwellings for ranch hands, miscellaneous barns and farm sheds, five water wells, ample parking, rail and cross-fencing and two ponds. If you are yearning for “The Good Life” where you can live, work and play, this is it! $4,500,000.

Peg Richardson, Agent, 979 249-7584.

KL Ranch

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Enjoy a spectacular ranch with whitetail deer and views like no other. These 722+ unique acres have great elevations and would be perfect as a primary residence, working cattle ranch or hunter’s paradise.

This property offers high game fencing, road frontage on four sides, 15+ bodies of water, a 15+-acre lake, seasonal creek, spring-fed creek and a 3,387-square-foot ranch house. Under a Wildlife Management Plan, producing some of Central Texas’ best whitetail deer, the ranch has received recognition from Texas Big Game Awards and is second to none! $4,990,000. Bryan Roberts, Agent, 979 966-7305.

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Gator Lake Farm offers an outstanding

Gator Lake Farm

combination of beauty, forage production and

Southeast Texas v Walker County v Huntsville

recreation. These 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-squarefoot 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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These 106 rolling acres between Navasota and Plantersville offer an elegant 4,500-square-foot French Country home built in 2003 and renovated in 2008. It offers formal living and dining

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Farris Farm offers a 2,192-square-foot home rooms, a den, game room, study, guest quarters, as well as tan rustic marble floors, high ceilings, enclosed in a 50' by 100' metal building on 147+ large windows and extensive woodwork. A downstairs master suite with bay windows overlooks acres north of Huntsville. Built in 2009, the home the lake. Two bedrooms and the game room are upstairs. The kitchen features stainless steel Viking has three bedrooms, two and a half baths, living appliances, including a 72" fridge, microwave and gas cooktop. Enjoy long county road frontage room with stone wood-burning fireplace, island with black pipe fencing and an automatic gate. There is a recent mobile home for staff quarters, a kitchen with breakfast bar, granite countertops, 40' by 70' MCI barn and a two-stall Barnmaster barn with tack room. Three wells provide ample Thermador

gas

range,

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water. Elegant living in a country setting can be yours at Kraft Ranch. $2,341,000.

appliances and energy-efficient construction.

The garage/shop has three roll-up doors and lots of space for equipment. The land is half pasture,

Mahlberry Hill

half woods with two ponds and a 20-acre hay

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meadow. Seller will divide. $1,042,275.

Established 1967

Jacobs Properties

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Mahlberry Hill is a 141±-acre cattle ranch with a traditional ranch house, two lakes, beautiful hardwoods, 13 pastures (all with water) and improved grasses. Other improvements include barns, covered RV parking with hook-up and a workshop/recreation room. This incomeproducing ranch offers a gated entrance on FM road. Will divide. $1,551,000.

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This high-fenced game ranch offers habitat diversity, production, value and beauty. The 738 acres are ready for you to manage and hunt. The whitetail genetics are well on their way to producing numerous trophies every year. Outside the 10 acres of breeder’s pens, the ranch has been managed by Bob Zaiglin,

Hallmark Ridge Texas Hill Country v Kimble County v Junction

CWB, since 2005. Currently hunted under a Level III LAMPS permit, the harvest window is quite large. Amenities include three cabins and a 6,000-square-foot headquarters building with a processing area and a large stainless steel walk-in cooler/freezer. Set on Highway 377 near Yates Crossing, the ranch has a 300-foot-high ridge overlooking the beautiful Llano River valley that runs through the heart of the ranch. $2,177,000.

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Ranch102 offers 162 acres less than five miles south of Madisonville. A stone and stucco ranch house offers a two-story den with stone fireplace and hardwood floors, island kitchen and wood-paneled study. The master suite has a fireplace and French doors to a small patio. One of the three upstairs bedrooms has an adjoining sunroom. The covered patio overlooks a stocked pond. The all-wood guest cabin has a bedroom, bath and sleeping loft. A 52' by 50' barn has three stalls, a workshop and storage loft. A fourbay equipment barn has a feed room. Offering working pens and 162 rolling acres at the end of

Rolling Hills Ranch Central Texas v Grimes County v Richards

a county road (regular in shape), the fenced and cross-fenced ranch has a mixture of woods and improved pastures with scattered trees, a lake and stock ponds. The property is unrestricted and ag exempt. Bring your family, animals and dreams to Madison County and Ranch102.

Established 1967

Jacobs Properties

These 167 acres have frontage on two county-maintained roads. Located between Bryan/

14372 Liberty • P.O. Box 1370 Montgomery, TX 77356

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This heavily wooded property lies just off FM 149 on Forest Road 209 between Montgomery and Richards near the national forest. It features three beautiful lakes, rolling terrain and majestic pines with scattered hardwoods. The old family home needs updating, but would make a great weekend place. A large barn is suitable for property for hunting, fishing, horseback riding

100 Acres of Serenity

or four-wheeling. $799,000.

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storing all those big boy toys. This is an ideal

Hassell Lane Central Texas Grimes County v Navasota

This 182-acre cattle ranch offers a 3,000-square-

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This property features beautiful rolling hills, 350-foot elevations, 40% open pasture with scattered cottage, working pens, hay barn, equipment oaks and 60% wooded with abundant wildlife. Several lake sites and a creek make this the perfect shed and a 3-acre lake. The property is 80% place to build your dream home. Lying just off FM 2445, a short distance from Navasota, this ranch open with mature oaks scattered across gently is an easy commute to The Woodlands or College Station. Owners will consider selling an additional rolling costal pastures and 20% wooded. This 200 acres. It is hard to find a place as nice as this one. Call anytime, easy to show. $1,074,350. is an excellent property for cattle, hay, hunting and fishing. Three miles south of Navasota on FM 1227 with 3,000 feet of frontage makes this property suitable for dividing. $1,650,000 ($7,500 per acre).

Gospel Ranch Nancy Perry 502 S. La Salle Navasota, TX 77868

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Absolutely gorgeous 350 acres of high rolling hills with improved pastures, five lakes (one artisan and one spring fed) and approximately a mile of Chalk Creek flowing through the property makes this a perfect combination for a working ranch with all the recreation you could want. Other improvements include two manufactured homes, a hay barn, an equipment barn, livestock sheds, excellent fencing and three miles of ranch roads. There are several amazing homesites with breathtaking views. $1,950,000.

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This beautiful 197-acre ranch boasts 327-foot elevations with views of the historic Anderson courthouse. 85% is open pasture with a small creek and woods on the backside. The 2,500 feet of Highway 90 frontage and 1,200 feet of CR 447 frontage make dividing easy. This property would make a great subdivision in sought-after Anderson ISD. The property lies only 30 minutes to Texas A&M or 50 miles to The Woodlands. An old home has little or no value. $1,382,710.

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This wonderful property has over 2,200 feet of Highway 105 frontage and an additional 800 feet of CR 412 frontage, making it suitable for commercial use. The 111 acres offer convenient access to Conroe, The Woodlands, Navasota and Magnolia. Rolling terrain, creek frontage, large trees and pasture for livestock make this property great for ranching. A unique, turn-of-the-century home is ready for restoration. This land is currently ag exempt.

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These 145 acres of 50/50 open/wooded land lie between Madisonville and College Station, just off FM 39 in Grimes County. Enjoy low taxes, clean air and gentle pastures with groves of hardwoods. Herds of whitetail roam with the cattle. A nice pond and a creek add to the charm.

Additional acreage, public water and electrical are available. This is a great buy at $652,500.

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Southeast of Centerville on a blacktop country road, these 185.80 beautiful acres (35% wooded and 65% open) have several excellent homesites overlooking a deep 8-acre lake! The fenced and cross-fenced property teams with wildlife. Enjoy raising cattle or horses, hunting and fishing, but most of all the quiet peaceful feeling this property offers. Reduced to $3,195 per acre.

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West of I-45, these 920 acres are about 60% pasture and 40% woods; the layout lends itself to superb hunting. The wooded areas include everything from upland hardwood stands, bottomland hardwood stands and gorgeous pecan stands with very mature producing trees. Scattered throughout the ranch, the pastures have been planned for rotation to maximize cattle grazing while enhancing the wildlife habitat. There are three spring-fed creeks, Little Keechi and Reed Creeks, a spring-fed 6-acre lake stocked

Deer Run Ranch Central Texas v Leon County v Centerville

with bass and crappie and five other small stock tanks. Improvements include a custom, Texas limestone, 4,000-square-foot, threebedroom, four- and one-half-bath main house, 1,200-square-foot limestone guest house, a camp house, large barn with a shop, metal covered working pens and two deep water wells. This owner is also willing to give half the oil and gas minerals he owns! $3,295,000.

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acres of prime wooded hunting lands with 640Âą acres under an 8-foot game fence and has been under an extensive deer management program since 2000. There are three small, separate highfenced pens designed for trophy deer propagation and handling. This ranch also provides a very impressive network of food plots and feeders for year-round, quality nutritional supplements.

Other improvements include a three-bedroom, two-bath mobile home, storage barn and two ATV barns. Clapps Creek Ranch also includes a complete outdoor game-cleaning facility with a large walk-in cooler. In addition to the hunting, the ranch provides some of the best fishing around.

Two large (6 and 10 acres) stocked lakes were designed and constructed for trophy fish habitat management and harvesting. Each lake has been professionally managed since construction was completed to ensure optimal conditions. $2,200,000.

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3,500±-square-foot Southern plantation-style home, two guest cabins with one bedroom/ bathroom and kitchenette and a guest apartment and game room over the garage. There is a 30' by 50' metal shop on slab for equipment storage, horse barn, two sets of pens and a new 50' by 100' metal shop with 12' by 14' doors.

The whitetail deer handling pens feature topnotch construction. All feeders and blinds plus the blackbuck herd and other exotics convey with the sale. In addition, a 20+-acre duck marsh with control gates provides outstanding waterfowl hunting. Terrain consists of high

Krooked Tree Ranch Central Texas v Leon County v Centerville

rolling hills and fertile creek bottom ideal for food plots. Beaver Dam Creek traverses the ranch from west to east. A beautiful 2 to 3-acre lake has a nice fishing pier. Approximately 75% is wooded and the remainder in scattered openings. This property is truly a showplace! $2,750,000.

Brewer Ranch Central Texas v Freestone County v Buffalo

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This 1,593-acre showplace off Highway 79, east of Buffalo, has improved pastures providing some of the best grazing in the area. Well watered through several spring and creeks, this place should carry 400 cows

conservatively.

About

85%

open

and 15% wooded, the land has many improvements: perimeter and cross fencing, a large barn, small camp house and a large set of steel working pens. Built in 2007, the 6,000-square-foot main house sits on a high hill that overlooks a large portion of the ranch. Enjoy the extensive landscaping and porches, a saltwater pool and a covered outdoor kitchen/dining area with grill, sink, refrigerators, built-in beer coolers, flat-screen television and bathroom. This property is the “Southfork” of Central Texas! $4,900,000.

LLL Ranch Central Texas v Leon County v Centerville

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This 283-acre outdoor paradise sits on CR 321, just west of Centerville. About 50% wooded and 50% open, the property has several ponds, a live creek, artesian spring and an awesome duck slough. The property is completely fenced (approximately half is brand-new, galvanized 8-foot game fence). This ranch has been part of a wildlife management association for years and it shows in the quality and quantity of the wildlife. Improvements include a single-wide mobile home, a fully remodeled doublewide mobile home, 700-foot well and a new 30' by 50' metal shop on a slab with an enclosed game room/guest room with full bath. This great hunting ranch will not last long. $1,079,480.

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Located near Abilene and San Angelo, Texas, this 3,190-acre ranch offers excellent vegetation and extensive improvements. Level to gently sloping land with creek bottoms, Jackson Mountains and beautiful live oak, post oak, cedar and

Price Reduced - Diamond Plate Ranch West Texas v Coke County Northwest Texas v Nolan & Runnels Counties

mesquite highlight the north part of the ranch.

The south part is gently sloping to low rolling hills generously covered by live oak, post oak, cedar and mesquite. Selective clearing and food plots, some irrigated, are throughout the ranch.

Improvements include a two-story main home and a main headquarters with a manager’s home, lodge, bunkhouse, shop/veterinary building; arena/ stall barns, a game-processing building, livestock sheds and shelters, as well as pens and corrals. The ranch offers plentiful water, including 14 water wells. The Diamond Plate Ranch is fenced into two game-fenced parts for over 14 miles of fencing. A Texas Parks and Wildlife-managed land deer program has been in place for many years. The existing deer population is entirely native to the ranch, and the high fence and MLD permit have allowed the owner to selectively harvest undesirable bucks, stabilize the doe population and allow the upper end of the gene pool to mature. The ranch also supports red stag, axis and blackbuck, as well as a healthy population of turkey, quail and dove. Oak Creek Lake, with its great fishing and duck population is five minutes away. Seldom do we have the opportunity to offer such a well-improved and well-managed property. $6,364,050.

NNNN Ranch

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West Texas v Schleicher County Christoval/Ft. McKavett

Approximately 45 minutes southeast of San Angelo between Christoval and Ft. McKavett, these 633± acres feature rolling, live oakcovered hills with scattered mesquite and many improvements, including a two-story home with kitchen, dining room and great game/ living room with built-in bar, master bath has sauna. There are also two sets of pens, covered sheds, 600 high-fenced acres with two pastures (280 acres with a trap with 16-acre food plot and 320 acres) and a 33-acre, low-fenced house pasture. The deer count includes 12 breed does from 200-inch genetics, 20 yearlings out of 200-inch genetics and several bucks ranging from 130–180 B&C range. All these deer need is a little time to mature to become awesome!

The property has nice draws with big trees for great turkey hunting. The owner will convey all owned minerals. This is a very scenic and wellimproved ranch, making it a turn-key hunting operation with world class whitetail deer. $1,350,000 (deer and improvements).

Price Reduced - South Steen Ranch West Texas v Sutton County v Sonora

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Approximately six miles northeast of exit 400 on Interstate 10 on County Road 202, this 2,500acre ranch has very good paved access on approximately a mile of frontage. The ranch offers beautiful, gently rolling, live oak-covered hills as well as some cedar and mesquite for excellent wildlife cover, limestone rock outcroppings on hills and low lying draws with good native grass cover. In an area with excellent whitetail deer and turkey hunting opportunities, the ranch has

1002 South Koenigheim, Suite C San Angelo, TX 76903

been managed and protein fed for the last several years for wildlife. Improvements include a

325 655-6989 office llp@wcc.net • www.llptexasranchland.com

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recently built two miles of new perimeter fences, three water wells, an older set of livestock very attractive live oak country has excellent hunting! $895 per acre: $2,237,500.

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The Legendary Z Bar Central Texas v McCulloch County v Brady

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Nestled deep in the Heart of Texas this 8,062-acre ranch is truly a one-of-a-kind masterpiece unlike no other in the Lone Star State. Featuring gently rolling pastureland, high fenced with many miles of new and improved roads throughout, the Z Bar Ranch is what all the others aspire to be. A big buck hunter’s paradise 30 years in the making, the Z Bar has created and maintained an elite formula for producing 159 to 210 trophy-class whitetails year after year since 2003. In 2008, this already perfected management program raised the bar yet again when the owner decided to section off 200 acres for the creation of the Z Bar’s own monster buck breeding refuge consisting of twenty-two 200-class breed does and four 200-class South Texas genetic breeder bucks. Set for spring of 2011, one section of the refuge is to be laid down releasing these now elite whitetails into the genetic breeding pool of the entire Z Bar. Other improvements include multiple living quarters, livestock watering systems, steel corrals and much more.

Vegetation mix along all types of terrains and some mineral rights will also be conveyed. The 7,500-square-foot headquarters is a masterpiece in itself.

Designed by renowned architect Greg Wyatt, the house sits atop an elevated grass veranda and is constructed of cut stone, German leaded glass and topped off with a 200-year-old, fauxfinish leaded copper roof unlike no other. Every inch of the design as well as interiors pay the utmost attention to fine detail. All the amenities are included. Qualified buyers contact Lee Lee & Puckitt at 325 655-6989. $25,500,000.

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Brown Ranch Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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Just north of Fredericksburg on Highway 16, this 67-acre tract with both sides of the South Branch of Lower Willow Creek offers many possibilities. The owner is willing to separate the 3,000+-square-foot home and outbuildings with 12± acres from the remaining 55 acres with the creek. The year-round, spring-fed creek is dammed. Soils are excellent for horses.

There are a variety of trees, plentiful deer and turkey in the area and excellent fencing.

Staten Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country v McCulloch County v Brady

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Staten Creek Ranch consists of 4,700 acres with 8-foot game fencing that has been in place and game managed since 2001. This offering is for one unit (or 1/11th ownership interest) in this hunting/ recreational ranch/club and a 1,000-square-foot, one-bedroom, one-bath condo set in the complex along the banks of dammed Staten Creek, just upstream from an 8-acre lake. You will own 100% of this condo; two additional condo units are also available. At the center of the ranch compound is a lodge that is a gathering point for the ranch activities. A huge great room is furnished with comfortable furniture, pool table, shuffleboard, bar area, commercial-grade kitchen, barbecue smokers and grills.

The dining room will easily seat 60. The ranch is south of Brady, a two-hour drive from both San Antonio/Austin; drive time to Ft. Worth is around three hours. Brady has an airport with a 4,600-foot landing strip. The closest commercial air service is in San Angelo. A ranch manager dispenses 300,000

Town & Country Dennis Kusenberger

pounds of protein to the estimated 500 head of whitetail. A MLD (managed land level) 3 deer permit allows a hunting season from October 1 to February 1. There are 20± hunting blinds, 13 protein feeders and 30 corn feeders on the ranch. Both fall and spring cultivated food plots cover 400± acres.

116 E. Austin • Fredericksburg TX, 78624 Two pivot irrigation systems are supplied by a Hickory well. The ranch has an excellent inventory of

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equipment to properly maintain the ranch operations, and the ranch shop facility is second to none.

This operation is very much to a hunter/sportsman as a country club is to a golfer! $750,000.

Resort-Style Living Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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Enjoy resort-style living in the Hill Country with stunning hilltop views! This estate home with 5,600 square feet is on just over 25 acres and epitomizes luxurious attention to detail: four bedrooms, five full baths, two and a half baths and a separate office with private bath (could easily be a guest retreat or mother-in-law suite) with a steam shower. A half story houses a second great room with built-ins and is flanked by two bedroom suites, each with private bath. A huge utility room doubles as an arts/craft room complete with pantry and built-in storage and large project table. The home boasts a lovely outdoor kitchen with limestone floor and fantastic limestone fireplace, all overlooking the pool and spa and framed by a 360-degree view of the Hill Country. Antique heart pine floors run throughout the home and are accented by American clay as well as Sea Island brick walls, creating an understated elegance. The extraordinary kitchen is a chef’s dream with a six-person eat-at bar in addition to the ample countertop. Three dishwashers, double Miele ovens, Wolf six-burner cooktop, Hoshizalki ice maker and a private office of the kitchen complete this professionalgrade kitchen. The master retreat has a private entry to the pool area, a spa-style bath with garden tub and double vessel sinks, which are overlooked by large windows to take in the views. An impressive walk-in closet has abundant built-ins for him and her. $3,450,000.

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find in this home, blending Old World charm using architectural features such as antique doors from France, Spain and Mexico, including a 14-foot tall, 150-year-old front door originating from a church in Spain. The main living area of the home contains 3,278 square feet with an additional 1,200-square-foot art studio over the three-car garage. This space could easily be converted into a media room, additional guest hewn timbers stretching across, a fireplace and hickory floors used throughout the home. The

Town & Country Dennis Kusenberger

kitchen offers a commercial-grade stainless steel range nestled between some cabinetry in a

116 E. Austin • Fredericksburg TX, 78624

quarters or a serious office by the new owners. The great room has a 22-foot ceiling with hand-

stone nook and a large island and overhead, while a copula atop the hand-stenciled contoured ceiling illuminates the kitchen with natural light. $1,375,000.

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This 476-acre ranch has investment potential and an excellent location near Round Mountain, Texas, which is easily accessible to San Antonio and Austin. Originally stated for development

Round Mountain Ranch Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Round Mountain

as 19 25-acre tracts, this ranch features a very nice rock entrance and 9,000± feet of concrete ribbon asphalt road that leads you easily through the property provides the foundation for a true showplace. Numerous building sites throughout the property include many on high ridge lines with phenomenal views of the Marble Falls and Johnson City. The ranch is under a wildlife exemption and has excellent range conditions along with substantial wildlife cover. The terrain consists of rolling Hill Country with highly diversified tree cover to abandoned field land ideal for improves grasses or food plots. The majority of perimeter fencing is in good-to-excellent condition. Several water wells and small ponds are scattered across the ranch. Improvements include the comfortable confines of a renovated old farmhouse, several barns and remnants of an old log and rock homestead. This is a great end-user property or an investment. $3,200,000.

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This long-held Hill Country ranch overlooks nearby Schumann Lake and features big views, two substantial spring-fed ponds, seasonal but normally dependable West Fork and Schumann Branch of Williams Creek and a nice variety of terrain and hardwoods. The ranch boasts direct county road frontage for convenient access, but enjoys a very private setting as

Gem-in-Waiting Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County Fredericksburg/Stonewall

it is near the road’s end. Recently cleared of cedar, this unimproved “gem-in-waiting” is ready for your personal touches with a blank slate on which to plan your improvements and water development projects. Good native game populations include whitetail deer and Rio Grande turkey. There is an opportunity to assemble this ranch with adjacent acreage that includes roughly half of estimated 22-acre Schumann Lake. $3,105,000.

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Conveniently located near Fredericksburg, this 300-acre ranch is being partitioned from a larger game-managed ranch. The parent property has been high fenced and game managed for native and exotic wildlife for many years. The property features large hilltops with dramatic views and two spring-fed valleys with a series of small ponds. Water development potential

Southwest Gillespie County Texas Hill Country Gillespie Co. v Fredericksburg

exists and the possibilities are quite large. Driving is easy throughout the ranch via a welldesigned, quality caliche base road system. Numerous building sites from which to choose overlook the spring-fed valleys and capture the dramatic long-range views. $2,400,000.

Wine Country Ranch Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County Fredericksburg/Stonewall

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Enjoy views, location and raw beauty on this awesome 218.2-acre ranch in the hills between Fredericksburg and Stonewall and just down the road from Becker’s Vineyard. There are views at every turn and multiple building sites from which to choose. Elevations range from 200±

145 E. Main Street Fredericksburg, TX 78624

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to 1,645± to nearly 1,850± feet with an 1,800-foot flat-topped hill. This nicely wooded ranch features mostly live and Spanish oaks and very few cedars. Three draws traverse the ranch, and there are two earthen ponds. The ranch boasts good range condition, plentiful wildlife, good perimeter fences and ag-exempt tax status. Improvements include a two-bedroom, one-bath log cabin (built in 1979), an attendant carport, older barns and pens. $1,750,000.

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A river property offering natural aesthetics unmatched in today’s market! Enjoy the constant serene and relaxing sounds of water as it cascades down small stair steps of a solid-

Pedernales River Home Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

rock-bottom section of the Pedernales River from the relaxing confines of your own pool, the comforts of your master suite or one of the light and airy living areas designed to bring the outdoors in. This four-bedroom, four- and one-half-bath, 3,949-square-foot custom Hill Country limestone rock home with a standingseam metal roof sits atop a rock bluff overlooking the Pedernales River on 5.98 acres. The living areas of this custom home are designed to take full advantage of the beauty nature provides; the views from the well-appointed kitchen looking up river are simply fantastic. The setting for this Pedernales River home is definitely one of a kind for Fredericksburg and Gillespie County.

Do not miss this great opportunity to own a unique river property with outstanding natural aesthetics. $890,000.

Rustic Charm Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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This rustic yet luxurious timber and stone Hill Country home neighbors a spring-fed creek and features end-of-the-road privacy. Built in 2006, this showplace incorporates reclaimed log and wood planks from historic barns, houses and a massive beam pulled from the Missouri River. It combines rustic charm with all modern conveniences and beautiful finishing touches to make this a unique and refreshing experience. The quality and craftsmanship are evident in every detail. Enjoy large wraparound porches with Hill Country views and a large Texas-shaped patio for outdoor entertainment. All on 50 acres of rolling Texas Hill Country with a spring-fed creek. $940,000. Additionally, an adjacent 81 acres with log home are available. $749,000.

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Bird hunters dream of mostly open prairie and several hundred acres of heavy brush and large oaks. Enjoy excellent dove, quail and waterfowl property with abundant deer, turkey and hogs.

Work is being done with the Texas Quail Initiative; this is a great chance for a new owner

Lavaca Prairie Ranch

2,949 Acres

Southeast Texas v Jackson County v Edna

to get in on the development of superior quail hunting so close to Houston at a great price.

Excellent for a wetland development to create a world-class waterfowl hunting property, this property can be divided. $5,883,255.

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Step back in time with a 11,500-square-foot hacienda built in the early 1920s surrounded by a 21-acre grapefruit farm, resaca frontage and a lush landscape minutes from South Padre Island. The property lies along the resaca which runs through this charming town. This property is primarily a grapefruit farm with

Hacienda Bayview

numerous other fruit trees, palms, Texas ebony trees and other lush tropical landscaping. Close

21 Acres

to South Padre, the Valley International Airport

South Texas v Cameron County v Bayview

and S.P.I. Golf Course. $3,000,000.

Blanco Creek Ranch 3,703 Acres

South Texas v Uvalde County v Sabinal

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Blanco Creek Ranch offers the rare combination of excellent South Texas hunting terrain with exceptional live water, with miles of the Sabinal River and the Blanco Creek. High fencing, tremendous whitetail genetics and excellent quail habitat make for a remarkable hunting ranch.

Impressive improvements offer a real showplace for discriminating ranch buyers. $11,850,000.

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This stunning live water property is nestled in a valley just west of Barksdale. A true game ranch, this high-fenced preserve has deep soils, large trees and open vistas along with some high country to complete one of the finest pieces of recreational property on the market today. $5,850,000.

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Dos Rios Preserve 936 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Barksdale

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This very rare offering of a prestigious 5,000-acre spread appeals to only the most discriminating buyers. It offers fantastic hunting, stunning vistas from the highcountry area southwest of Abilene and varied elevations ranging from 2,100 to 2,500 feet. The historical ranch headquarters has a serene, quiet setting that, with very comfortable homes and guest quarters, can accommodate even the largest groups. The ranch is being sold with minerals and at least 50% wind rights, and it sits in a prime location for both. $7,375,000.

Weaver Ranch West Texas v Nolan County v Abilene

Beaver Creek Ranch East Texas v Anderson County v Bradford

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Beaver Creek Ranch is simply East Texas perfection, boasting serene luxury in the prestigious Bradford area south of Athens.

The 2006 4,100-square-foot home comes fully furnished and rests on 227 highly improved all-wooded acres. The ranch includes a 10-acre lake, guest cabin, landscaped grounds, creek, paved blacktop roads and conveyance of rights of first refusal on an additional 245 contiguous acres. $3,300,000.

Goshen Ranch East Texas v Henderson County v Mabank

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This quiet ranch offers good recreational opportunities very close to Dallas. Two creeks cut through the land; the flooded hardwood draws that hold wildlife and rolling hills make this area highly desired. Deer, hog, dove and ducks congregate on this ranch because of the bottomland country, yet it has plenty of scenic hills in pasture for the rancher. $1,100,000.

Brownsboro Ranch East Texas v Henderson County v Brownsboro

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This good recreational ranch offers bass fishing, duck hunting in the marsh and plenty of deer and hogs in the woods. There is great mature timber, terrain and drive-up appeal, as well as several homesite options. Utilities are nearby with great access to county road. This secluded retreat lies just east of Athens.$765,000. 50% minerals!

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Brazos River Ranch Texas Metroplex v Palo Pinto County v Mineral Wells

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The Brazos River Ranch has been owned and operated by the same family for over half a century. Approximately 1,257 acres of the original 1,646acre ranch are available. With 2.4± miles of accessible Brazos River frontage, the interior of the ranch is a combination of heavy cover and rolling terrain with scenic panoramic views of the river from a high point on the ranch known locally as Barber Mountain. The remainder of the ranch consists of sandy loam cropland and native and improved pastures. Improvements include a foreman’s residence, several implement barns and working pens and traps. The fenced and cross-fenced ranch has plenty of water for livestock. Price reduced to $7,320 per acre.

Deer Mountain Ranch Texas Metroplex v Palo Pinto County v Graford

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This highly improved, 548-acre sportsman’s retreat, nestled in the heart of the North Texas Hill Country, features over a mile of Highway 337 frontage and 263 high-fenced acres. This well-located ranch lies an hour outside of Dallas/Fort Worth and just minutes from Possum Kingdom Lake. $4,250 per acre.

Approximately 68 acres of the original 1,646-acre Brazos River Ranch are available. The property has two stock tanks, new fences and 1,000± feet of Brazos River frontage, making it the perfect setting for a weekend retreat or gentleman’s ranch. Call for more details. $799,000.

Austin T. Reilly 500 Main Street • Suite 600 Fort Worth, Texas 76102

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Kutscher Ranch Central Texas v Travis County v Leander

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This spectacular 1,775-acre ranch is situated in the hills of northwest Austin and has been a working cattle ranch for over half a century. It is comprised of a large mesa overlooking the Sandy Creek Valley just north of Lake Travis.

There are spectacular vistas in all directions afforded by nearly 250 feet in elevation change.

The property has two ponds and two natural springs. $26,625,000.

Peacock Ranch Central Texas v Travis County v Bee Cave

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The historic Peacock Ranch has been held by one family for three generations. The property is southwest of Austin on Hamilton Pool Road, only minutes from the amenities of Bee Cave.

The incredible 1,350-acre ranch offers dramatic views and both sides of Bee Creek. There are two gentle plateaus on either side of Bee Creek with views into the valley. Years of careful clearing have made this ranch a showplace. $33,075,000.

Turner Crest Village Central Texas Caldwell County v Martindale

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Situated in the Blackland Prairie Region of Texas, this 3,177-acre working cattle ranch is located along the IH-35/SH 130 growth corridor between Austin and San Antonio. The land is generally level to slightly rolling, with scattered tree cover and water. The property features three large lakes and 26 smaller stock ponds; two of the lakes are stocked with bass, catfish and crappie. Abundant wildlife and great habitat provide excellent hunting for deer,

Mirasol Ranch

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duck, dove, turkey and hogs. $13,500,000.

Texas Hill Country Hays County v Dripping Springs

The Mirasol Ranch is a fantastic opportunity to purchase a Hill Country ranch ready for immediate enjoyment. Highlights of the ranch include the cypress-lined Pedernales River, Dead Man’s Hole and 447.8 acres of stunning Hill Country terrain. Improvements include a fine custom home, guesthouse, workshop, pool, spa and miles of trails. $8,500,000.

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BEST WEST of the

A Performance Equestrian Estate at

Cottonwood Springs Ranch

Colorado v La Plata County v Durango

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world-renowned, state-of-the-art equestrian breeding and training facility in southwest

Colorado, the 540-acre Performance Equestrian Estate at Cottonwood Springs Ranch is a masterpiece of landscape and architecture.

Located in a private valley twenty minutes from Durango, the pristine air, moderate yearround climate and elevation create the ideal

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environment for optimizing equestrian endurance and performance. At the heart of the ranch, the exquisite 5,700-square-foot northern New Mexico-style residence was carefully handcrafted with heated slate and hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings with reclaimed wood beams, gourmet kitchen with adjacent 700-bottle wine room made from vintage Napa Valley redwood, immaculate landscaping, flagstone patios, outdoor lounge with fireplace and secure video and keypad gated entry. The Ranch Operations Center has well thought out features including two business offices, employee shower room and lounge with full kitchen and laundry. The ranch manager’s quarters overlook the attached, custom 20,000 square-foot main barn with over 20 stalls and large indoor arena. Other improvements include a 2200-square-foot guest home, foreman’s home, 4,500-bale capacity hay building, and a five-bay vehicle and equipment building. Additional equestrian amenities include an outdoor arena, 120' round pen, foaling barn with lab and vet set-up, mare hotel, two additional barns with stalls and runs, thirteen pastures with heated waterers and access to electricity. The ranch’s amenities flawlessly complement the natural surroundings of lush meadows, mixed forest and cottonwood-lined creek. With trailhead access to the 2.5 million-acre San Juan National Forest only one mile away, this is one of the most complete, upscale equestrian properties in Colorado. $12,000,000. Contact Ron Morris or Billy Long. v

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Five Creek Ranch

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This contiguous 6,900±-acre property contains

Kansas v Chase County v Bazaar

a mixture of cropland and pasture in a scenic

In the heart of the Flint Hills, Five Creek Ranch lies in tallgrass prairie, one of nature’s most productive setting along the Red River. Just 18 miles north ecosystems. Halfway between Kansas City and Wichita, this 6,138±-acre ranch is truly a rare find.

of Clarksville, Texas and two and a half hours

Large ranches available in this area are extremely hard to find. When you do, they are easy to own. northeast of Dallas, this ranch has income The property has 34-inch annual precipitation, 185 days each year of growing season, 1,100-foot potential from farming and cattle and supports average elevation and nature does the work. Live water, spring water, ponds and a 35-acre lake are all a good deer population. Modest improvements sedately placed in the hills. This is a reputation ranch in an acclaimed ecosystem. $9,207,000.

include three dwellings. $7,680,000.

Estancia Alicura

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Argentina v Neuquen Province

Encompassing 180,000+ deeded, contiguous acres, Estancia Alicura is one of southern Argentina’s historic reputation ranches and represents the ultimate in Patagonia living and lifestyle. The panorama from almost anywhere on the property stretches for miles across rolling native grasslands to the peaks of the Andes. Privacy and seclusion are assured on this expansive estancia, yet San Martín and Bariloche (two of Patagonia’s best-known resort cities) are within 75 miles by paved highways.

The meticulously maintained and improved property has top-quality operational buildings all in first-class condition. Wildlife on Alicura,

Alice Creek Ranch

which includes a herd of trophy-quality red

Montana v Lewis and Clark County v Lincoln

and a separate lodge and guest compound,

deer, is varied and abundant, and the Caleufu River flows through the estancia, offering some of the best trout fishing in Patagonia.

By any standard, Alicura is a truly exceptional property and cannot be replicated in today’s ranch market. Contact us for details.

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

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In the Blackfoot Valley, this 2,971±-acre ranch has two streams passing through and is virtually surrounded by USFS land. Its tasteful and complete improvements enjoy dramatic views over a trout pond to Lewis and Clark Pass. Excellent wildlife populations abound. Year-round accessibility combined with a spectacular and secluded location will put this property in high demand. $5,800,000.

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A haven for wildlife, Zachry Ranch offers 8,842± deeded acres, a grazing permit and nearly five miles of contiguous boundary to the 1.4+ million-acre Manti La Sal National Forest.

Supporting a diverse ecosystem and exceptional wildlife habitat, including a mixture of forest, irrigated meadows, wetlands and multiple water resources, the property is enrolled in Utah’s Cooperative Wildlife Management Unit

Zachry Ranches Inc.

program and allocated 18 buck and six bull elk tags. The property provides good summer grazing for yearlings or cow/calf pairs. Accessed

Utah v Grand & San Juan Counties v Moab

via John Brown Road, this extremely private holding is 10 miles from Gateway, Colorado and 50 miles east of the recreational mecca of Moab.

Grand Junction Regional Airport and Black Canyon Jet Center at Montrose are one and a half hours away. Reduced to $9,750,000.

Horse Mountain Ranch Colorado v Garfield County v Rifle

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End-of-the-road privacy and spectacular biggame hunting with adjacent access to the White River National Forest are just a few of the outstanding features of Horse Mountain Ranch. Consisting of 2,240± acres completely surrounded by federal land and 360± acres in a canyon setting, the ranch offers both an alpine hideaway with two hunting cabins and a lowerelevation parcel with excellent building sites for a year-round home. $6,950,000.

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Located only four miles from La Veta, Colorado, the North Star Ranch is a turn-key equestrian property consisting of 265± acres. Outstanding improvements are the centerpiece of this offering and include an exquisite 4,000-square-foot Mediterranean inspired home, a professionally designed 10-stall horse barn, 110' by 220' indoor arena, remodeled caretaker home and charming guest cabin. Breathtaking views and irrigated meadows are enhanced by 1.5 miles of the Cuchara River passing through this picturesque landscape. Reduced to $5,850,000.

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Farming, livestock and recreation are featured on this 2,700±-acre property on the banks of the Red River. Eight miles northeast of De Kalb, within three hours of Dallas and less than an hour from Texarkana, this ranch has abundant waterfowl and deer, exciting recreational opportunities and productive agricultural land for soybeans, wheat and other crops. $4,700,000.

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Near the tiny historic town of Winchester, just north of LaGrange, this 107.42-acre parcel offers Highway 153 and Raymond Road frontage. This

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These 341 acres with extensive Colorado River frontage lie near the historic town of Winchester, great recreational property with a nice mix of open between Giddings and LaGrange. Nicely secluded, the property lies at the end of Raymond Road and heavily wooded areas features lots of mature where a private, .6 mile (fee simple) entry drive begins. The interior road winds through the live oaks, very rolling terrain, high hilltop building fenced and cross-fenced property. The entire rolling tract is a good mix of open pasture, pastures site set back towards the rear of the property, three scattered with hardwoods, stands of trees and woods. Numerous pecan trees are scattered ponds and a metal barn. $580,068. Another 148 throughout, as well as mature live oaks. Extensive Colorado River frontage and the Oxbow afford acres of grazing land and/or recreational property ample water for cattle. The avid hunter can avail himself to numerous areas for deer stands with

scattered with mature live oaks and other hard

ample game: deer, hog and birds. Enjoy ranching, hay production, hunting and other recreational

woods, as well as wooded areas, is available just a

opportunities on this beautiful tract. $2,353,065.

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Enjoy fabulous views from this fantastic 2009 custom-built, 3,772-square-foot hillside home minutes from Brenham. This 60-acre tract and beyond encompass beautiful sunrises and sunsets across the rolling countryside. Enjoy leisurely cattle ranching, hay production or just relaxing and fishing in the ponds. This fantastic home offers many wonderful amenities and upgrades!

The property also features a two-story barn (36' by 48') with half-bath, workshop area, concrete flooring and two roll-up doors. $1,298,000.

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Scenic View Manor Central Texas v Washington County v Brenham

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Looking for country living close to the city? This is it! This gorgeous 57-acre estate is conveniently located only 35 minutes from Katy, Texas (just 10 minutes south of I-10) in southern Austin County. This unique and secluded property has something for everyone: changing topography, large and scattered 100-year-old trees, dense woods, tree-lined meadows, open pastures, interior roads and approximately one-third mile of Brazos River (beach) frontage. The main home is a quaint 1929 three-bedroom, two-bath Texas

farmhouse (2,600± square feet), which has been modestly restored and features some wood floors, a carport and brick fireplace. Other improvements include a 100' by 60' covered pavilion on concrete slab, perfect for weddings or large gatherings. The attached guesthouse (a.k.a. The Doghouse) is a true man cave, finished out with barn wood for a more masculine, rustic look and an outdoor

2668 Hwy 36 South • Suite 311 Brenham, TX 77833

balcony. Downstairs, you will enjoy an outside Petticoat Junction-style shower; and a workshop for

979 830-5040

Texas nights, some outbuildings for storage, two large water wells, fenced and cross-fenced and is

tinkering. The property also features an outdoor firepit for roasting marshmallows on those clear

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Eight minutes west of Weatherford between U.S. 180 and Interstate 20, this scenic estate features gently rolling to heavily rolling terrain with scattered live oaks and other various tree cover, ponds and draws, awesome vistas and abundant deer and turkey. A 8,500-square-foot, five-bedroom, four- and one-half-bath, one- and one-half-story home has too many custom

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

amenities to mention. Enjoy a beautiful pool house, pool, two shop buildings, pipe fencing and two electric privacy gates. Minerals are available. Reduced to $6,825,000!

3,300-Acre Brazos River Ranch

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Texas Metroplex Parker & Hood Counties v Weatherford

22 minutes south/southwest of Weatherford, this 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 and 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 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. Reduced to $7,750 per acre!

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Conveniently located between Weatherford and Granbury on FM Highway 51, this ranch offers scenic, rolling, native terrain with oak, elm, live oak and cedar trees. Enjoy beautiful building sites with views, a rock-bottom creek, ponds and wildlife. There is outstanding highway frontage on FM 51 and Silverado Drive and tremendous development potential. The property lies across the street from high-end

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Very convenient at only 42 miles west of Fort Worth, just south of Millsap and minutes near Interstate 20 and FM 113, this property has native, heavily rolling land with scenic post oak, live oak and elm and cedar tree cover. A beautiful 18-acre (full) lake is stocked for great fishing. Enjoy

homes and development. Minerals are available with production. $6,185,000, negotiable!

Coalson Real Estate Mac A. Coalson, Senior Broker

excellent populations of deer, turkey and duck. A very nice three-bedroom, two-bath, two-story

office: 940-682-4993, cell: 817-925-3333

home has an upstairs balcony, beautiful views overlooking the lake and property and a dry-laid

McAllen Coalson, Broker

stone exterior with extensive landscaping. A nice four-bedroom, two-bath doublewide home, two

office: 940-682-7660, cell: 817-991-8300 RanchesOfTexas.com or www.Coalson.com

nice all-steel shops and a stone pump house complete the package. Reduced to $1,975,000!

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Terra Verde Ranch Northeast Texas v Henderson County v Athens

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The “Mansion on the Hill” has a 10-mile view of These 830± beautiful, rolling acres offer many breathtaking vistas, a 10+-acre lake and a 4+-acre beautiful East Texas. Featuring 85% improved lake, both stocked with bass, catfish and bream. Mostly open with excellent coastal Bermuda, pasture and 15% woods, these 111± acres scattered trees and some heavy wooded areas, the ranch has 6,300 feet of CR 1100 frontage only offer a stand of mature trees on slightly rolling minutes from Athens. Deer, dove and bald eagles call this place home! The opportunities for the terrain and a well-placed home in the center of rancher are endless. $2,075,000. the property demonstrating its stately manor.

This historic home was originally built in 1865 in the style of Greek Revival and moved from Bremond, Texas to its current location in 2006 by the current owners. The home was carefully placed and completely rebuilt to include new wiring, plumbing, a combination foundation, 30-year composition roof, huge insulated windows, flooring, fixtures and

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more. The original style is evident with grand rooms, four gas fireplaces, multiple living areas from formals to a game room to an incredible windowed sunroom. Finishing touches include

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Northeast Texas v Henderson County v Athens

The East Texas hills beckon to a most unique, diverse ranch. Scenic vistas and elevated, rolling

a large fountain and circular drive, in-ground terrain provide the backdrop for this ranch, which offers excellent improved pasture dotted with gunite play pool with sitting niches in the pool

hardwoods, perimeter and cross-fencing, six ponds and three lakes (many filled by native springs).

area, hot tub and outside fireplace and arbor. A variety of hardwoods and pines adds to the beauty of the property and wildlife habitat. The There are so many features, it is easy to see

traditional-style, two-bedroom, one-bath cabin has been completely restored and updated with new

that the owner considered every possible need kitchen, air conditioning/heat and a covered porch. Easily accessed with over 7,000 feet of frontage and completed it with style for easy country on FM 2709 and Henderson CR 3909, the property is an example of a working ranch, wildlife living. $899,000.

refuge and breathtaking beauty only minutes from the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex. $1,475,000.

Family Compound, Private Lake and 97.175 Acres Northeast Texas Henderson County v Brownsboro

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Only a short drive from Tyler or the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex, this magnificent offering lies in a picturesque environment. The custom two-story home sits under a canopy of native hardwoods amidst lush manicured grounds. From the spa-

Steve Grant Real Estate

pool, deck and patio, an awe-inspiring view of the 18±-acre lake is found. The three-bedroom, three-

P.O. Box 350, Athens, TX 75751

bath guest home is separate from the main home and offers a quality lifestyle, privacy and a patio

903 675-3503

overlooking the lake. The 18±-acre spring-fed lake offers a place to reflect or an excellent opportunity

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to land the “big one.” Stocked with Florida bass, the lake will impress even the most avid angler. The 97.175± acres boast scenic vistas, open pastureland, native foliage and abundant wildlife. Discover the best of East Texas. $1,200,000.

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Only an hour from Dallas/Fort Worth on quiet FM 1434 between Cleburne and Glen Rose, this ranch features 2,500 feet of Brazos River frontage and a mile of Camp Creek with crystal-clear water and falls. The ranch offers elevation changes, limestone ridges, live oaks, scenic views, large neighbors and excellent hunting. The wildlife habitat is impressive with trophy deer, turkey, dove and ducks. This is a good cattle ranch with Klein and coastal Bermuda meadows and native grasses. Underground water, 12 stock tanks and two other seasonal creeks further

Little Pine Creek Ranch 331± Acres

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Northeast Texas v Lamar County v Paris

These 331 acres only two hours northeast of Dallas have three Ducks Unlimited

enhance the water situation. Ask me about the SWP/Chisholm Trail highway project, which will make a quick, 45-minute drive from Fort Worth. Priced to sell at $3,800 per acre (2008 Surface Appraisal of $4,704 per acre). This is the best ranch investment on the market!

waterfowl projects and part of a 35-acre soil conservation lake. You will enjoy fantastic duck hunting with a large number of wintering birds and great whitetail deer and feral hog hunting; fishing in the lake is also excellent. The land is 70% wooded with large trees and scenic interior meadows including wildlife food plots. “Paris Hilton” duck camp is included and has electricity, septic and a water system. There is plenty of privacy with county road access. This is a hard-to-find quality hunting ranch and a must-see property! $2,395 per acre ($792,865).

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Redesigned in 2008, this 132-acre property features a four-stall barn with wash rack, grooming

rack,

air-conditioned

office,

overhead storage, wide concrete halls and a back porch that overlooks a private lake. In addition, there is a professionally designed

Great East Texas Cattle Ranch & Equestrian Center Northeast Texas v Smith County v Bullard

riding arena and several big turnouts with loafing sheds. Fenced and cross-fenced with all-improved coastal Bermuda, the ranch has a great meadow providing ample hay and

corrals and working chutes for cattle. A lake behind the house is stocked with bass and catfish and the yard features a sprinkler system. A nice, winding drive leads to the home which sits deep down in the ranch, surrounded by mature trees and beautiful landscaping. Completely updated and repainted in 2008, the home offers a new roof, hardwood floors; a completely new kitchen with island, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops; antique beams added to the living area ceiling; added crown molding; and updated bathrooms. A lot of road frontage is available for future development, if desired. $1,599,500.

East Texas Retreat Northeast Texas v Smith County v Tyler

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Retreat from the world while enjoying the many amenities of this wonderful 11+-acre ranch in East Texas. Horses are welcome with a five-stall horse barn, tack room and several turnouts.

Mature pecan trees grace the landscape. The executive-style, four-bedroom, four-full and three-half-bath home features beautiful vaulted ceilings, moldings and hardwood and brick floors throughout. The gourmet kitchen is

Don Stanley

complete with a Thermador gas range, double ovens, wine chiller, large island and storage for 250

2104 Grande Boulevard Tyler, TX 75703

wine bottles. Enjoy formal living and dining areas, a media room, study, game room upstairs with bar, his and her baths/closets, two utility rooms and much, much more. Outside, there is a heated

903 571-2068

pool with large patio/lounging areas, guesthouse/cabana and full-size tennis/sports court. You will

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feel as though you are at the end of the world, yet you are mere moments from town. $999,000.

Lilly Creek Ranch Northeast Texas v Upshur County v Pittsburg

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1,021-acre Lilly Creek Ranch is one of East Texas’ larger old working ranches with breathtaking views, improved pastures and sandy soil offering a home to horses, 300 mother cows, with co-op water, three wells, three creeks and 10 stock ponds, mostly spring-fed with crappie, bass and catfish. No expense has been spared on the newly remodeled 3,690-square-foot home, horse barn with 12 stalls, wash area and apartment, 31,000-square-foot covered arena, cattle/working corrals, hay barn and threebay shop. This is a paradise for ranchers, horsemen, hunters and fishermen with unlimited development potential. Can be divided. Approximately two hours from Dallas/Ft. Worth between I20 and I30.

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East of Sherman, this retreat features hardwood forests and rolling pastureland with a secluded 30-acre lake with a boathouse and two jet ski slips, 15 ponds and seven dwellings (19 bedrooms/15 baths) constructed between 1996 and 2002. The energy-efficient homes

Wonderful Family Ranch Retreat

feature gourmet kitchens with natural gas,

762 Acres

stained concrete floors and most with 2' by 6' construction. The main home has an in-ground

Texas Metroplex v Fannin County v Savoy

pool overlooking the lake. Activities include

excellent fishing, boating, jet skiing and hunting (deer, turkey, hog and ducks). There are miles of hiking and four-wheeling trails and a trap house for shooting sporting clays. The ranch is cross-fenced into 17 pastures with a good set of working pens and a 90' by 60' barn with an office, kitchen and storage areas. There are two water wells on this little piece of heaven 75 minutes north of Dallas! $4,999,999.

Hill Country-Style Home 325 Acres

Northwest Texas Montague County v Saint Jo

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recreational ranch lies on 325 scenic acres next East of Ennis, this pure wilderness within one hour from Dallas has three miles of hardwood forests to the Red River, north of the Old West town of along the Trinity River. Enjoy a grand, 20-person log hunting lodge with seven bedrooms, six Saint Jo. The views are absolutely majestic. The 5,500±-square-foot home features a gourmet kitchen, huge log and stone family room, cozy

baths, two half-baths and views of a 10-acre stocked bass lake and miles of countryside. There are superior 200+ B&C class genetics throughout 500 high-fenced acres and native wildlife roaming the remainder. The ranch has excellent wetland and waterfowl features and a 100' by 60' barn with office,

den with “Kiva” fireplace, three/four bedrooms, game processing, walk-in cooler and kitchen, as well as a workshop area and 162' by 48' equipment game room with wet bar, sunroom and an shed. This unique ranch will offer an unforgettable wildlife and outdoor experience. $4,500,000. underground safe room. Sunset views are to be enjoyed overlooking the pool with cabana, the river and rolling countryside in the distance.

Improvements include a five-stall show barn, equipment barn with apartment, great set of cattle working pens, hay barn and a three-bedroom, two-bath manager's quarters. The terrain ranges from level coastal fields to rolling and steep

Wildlife Ranch - Enjoy the Outdoors

topography with a good population of deer and

260 Acres

turkey and the ability to back up 8 to 10 acres of

Central Texas v Hamilton County v Hamilton

water between two canyon walls. Bonfires by the river are a must. This is a great opportunity to own a very well-planned and maintained family recreational ranch. $2,500,000.

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Enjoy the outdoors in style on these 260 rolling, game-managed acres (Level 2 MLD permitted) south of Hamilton. A unique Granbury stone and cedar home on a live oak-covered hilltop overlooks a private 10–15 acre spring-fed lake (25 feet deep with Florida bass) and miles of countryside.

Professionally designed and engineered, the lodge-style home was completed in 2010 with five bedrooms, five and a half baths, triple-pane Pella windows and doors and encapsulated with foam insulation for maximum energy efficiency. Gorgeous hickory floors with pecan cabinetry are truly one of a kind. There is a massive fireplace and 20-foot ceilings. The gourmet kitchen has granite

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counters, a gas stove, double oven and a convection oven. There is a separate game room, wine storage room, surround sound wired in/out, Cat 5 wiring, a 430-foot-deep well; 50-foot helipad; five RV hookups and a fire pit. The ranch also includes 24 acres of food plots, two spring-fed creeks, ponds, five blinds, privacy and lots of deer and turkey. $2,375,000.

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Dominion at Scenic Hills Ranch 50 to 200 Acre Ranches Now Available

Texas Hill Country v Kimble County v Junction

Now you can choose the perfect ranch you have always searched for, select the topography you desire and create the exact size ranch that fits your budget. Imagine owning a ranch stocked with red stag, axis, fallow, blackbuck antelope, aoudad, whitetail, turkeys, etc, with unbelievable year-round hunting inside a high-fenced game preserve! This unique ranch offers end-of-the-road privacy and security. Enjoy your own entry gate and road frontage. Dominion Ranch offers great views, water wells, stock tanks, big oaks, bluffs and good roads. The ranch is undergoing extensive clearing and cedar management. This land has been owned by only two families since the Indians roamed the land. Don’t miss this opportunity! There are great tax advantages and many owner amenities, such as a new lodge that you will not find elsewhere. Dominion offers dozer work, cabin construction, a feeder filling program, cost savings on well drilling and much more! This is truly hassle-free ranching. This land will not last long, so call and arrange a showing. Prices start at $137,500. Owner terms are available. Don’t forget to bring your camera! Another fine project by Dominion Properties, since 1979. For more information, please call 830 257-7979.

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This is your chance to own a spectacular

2,000-Acre Caiman Ranch - Headquarters Pasture

hunting ranch in the legendary Nueces Strip of

South Texas v LaSalle County v Encinal

South Texas. The property lies 140 miles south of San Antonio and about 55 miles northeast of Laredo in southeastern LaSalle County.

The Caiman Ranch has the reputation as one of the premier whitetail hunting ranches in all of Texas, producing trophy whitetail deer through its extensive management program.

This ranch is one of only a few low-fenced, freeranging trophy ranches left in South Texas.

Surrounded by nearly 25,000 acres of free range, this ranch has consistently produced some of the best top-scoring bucks every year in the major deer contests throughout the state. The Caiman Ranch has a large Spanishstyle, six-bedroom, five-bath hacienda with deep porches and a walled courtyard; a three-bedroom, two-bath foreman’s house; large barn; implement shed; feed barn; and workshop. The property has excellent water provided by a well out of the Carrizo Sands Aquifer, which supplies water to the building structures and various areas across the ranch.

Surface water is provided by three nice-size stock tanks and several miles of the Olmos Creek. This is a turn-key deal ready to hunt and enjoy immediately. For a more complete description and some fabulous pictures, please visit www.gardnerranchsales.com.

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Hill Country

Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Blanco

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Discover the natural beauty of the Hill Country while living your dream! Set in the rolling hills outside Blanco, this equestrian estate includes an exquisite, five-bedroom ranch home with a handicapped-equipped nanny’s suite, two living areas, formal dining, office and an adjacent trophy/game room overlooking the manicured property. The fenced and cross-fenced ranch offers a seven-stall barn with tack room and apartment, a large RV/equipment barn, a 150' by 250' pipe roping arena, 60-foot covered pen, pecan orchard and 50± acres with 1 acre on the Blanco River! Come enjoy the solitude of country living with the convenience of an easy commute to both San Antonio and Austin. $1,370,000.

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Segno Forest Southeast Texas v Polk County v Livingston

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2,975 acres in the southeast corner of Polk County lie among the timberlands of East Texas, approximately 70 miles northeast of downtown Houston via the Highway 59/I-69 corridor. This property has managed production pine timberland offering merchantable and pre-merchantable plantations within easy proximity to mills. There is excellent recreation and accessibility with a good internal road system. $1,575 per acre. Visit our website for Stand Information and other details on this outstanding property.

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700 acres of beautifully rolling topography have rare vista hilltops reaching 460 feet; one of the highest in the region lies in Grimes County. This property is a blended eco-region of post oak, Savannah and East Texas piney woods, sandy loam-type soil and partially open

1600 Normal Park Huntsville, TX 77340

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in native grasses. There are 32,000± feet of high game fencing with potential for creating an excellently managed ranch of whitetail and/or exotics. Easterwood Airport in College Station is conveniently located 30 minutes away. The property is offered at an excellent price of $3,250 per acre. For more information, please visit our website. Over 200 land tracts in East Texas.

Private, Turn-Key 1,960+-Acre Working Ranch Northeast Texas v Red River & Bowie Counties v De Kalb

Picturesque Ranch Has it All! Oklahoma v McCurtain Co. v Idabel

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Known as Muddy Creek Ranch, this 164+-acre fully equipped working ranch in southeast Oklahoma offers privacy, serenity, lots of green grass, sandy loam soil, tons of blue sky and a clear water live creek (known as Muddy Creek) traversing the middle. This ranch is truly ready to live, work and play. The custom-built and designed home was constructed of all-white Oklahoma natural stone,

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Plentiful green grass, blue sky and large native oaks make for glorious views. This 1,960-acre working ranch features 1,687 contiguous acres in the main part and 273 fenced and cross-fenced acres with working pens about five to the miles east. Two homes, a barn/shop and tack room combination and separate guest quarters are just part of the improvement. The second home houses a ranch employee, but could be used as a guest home. The ranch will support 400± cow/ calf units. The ranch has new perimeter and cross fencing. The grasses mostly include Bahia and Bermuda, native rye, clovers and others scattered throughout the pastures. Each pasture has an adequate water supply livestock: several stock tanks and three small stocked lakes. Abundant wildlife includes whitetail, turkey, dove, duck and feral hogs. A hunter’s cabin lies approximately in the middle of the ranch, which can be used for your own pleasure or leased to hunters.

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as well as a large fireplace that complements the living area. The home has four bedrooms, two baths, laundry and mud room, with open living style. There is 4,000± square feet under roof with 2,200± heated/cooled square feet. This ranch-style home has 1,000± square feet of front porches and even more on the back porches for outdoor living and viewing the surrounding rolling terrain. Black granite countertops are found in the kitchen, baths and bar area. The master bath has a walkin shower and Jacuzzi tub. The walls throughout

This 1,018-acre, very nice working cattle ranch

feature naturally light northern blue pine. The

has a beautiful two-story custom home with

entire property has new perimeter fencing and

five bedrooms, three full baths, one half-bath,

cross fencing, seven ponds with a pond in each

5,200 square feet, a full basement, gourmet

pasture. Other improvements include a 40' by 100'

kitchen,

plantation

all-steel, insulated horse barn with electric, water,

shutters and professional landscaping. A log

tack/feed room with eight horse stalls; 50' by 40'

guesthouse overlooks a 3+-acre lake stocked

insulated, all-steel shop with a 10' by 20' lean-to

hardwood

flooring,

Working Cattle Ranch

with bass, custom horse stable with riding arena, round pen, horse walker and more. An

Northeast Texas v Bowie Co. v De Kalb

extra-large barn for hay/equipment has a ranch

addition; 30' by 150' hay barn; steel working pens; a 150' by 300' riding arena with run back pens; a round pen; and dog kennels. Featuring Red

office. There is a pipe corral, covered work area, feed pen, piped water to pastures, abundant River bottom sandy loam soil, the entire property hay meadows, 60+ acres of pine timber for future cash crop and 76+ acres of hardwoods. This features large native oaks and black walnut trees. gorgeous property has one and a half miles of I-30 frontage, but is very secluded.

Surrounded by hundreds of acres of pine and

hardwood forest, the property has abundant Come enjoy this 3,746+-acre, fully equipped wildlife, including whitetail deer, feral hog, duck working ranch ready for you and your cattle and and dove. This ranch lies in the famous Red River

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horses. Set in Northeast Texas and surrounded bottom and is surrounded by a national wildlife by privacy, serenity, lots of green grass and blue refuge and the famous Red Slough.

Kickapoo Valley Ranch Northeast Texas Red River County v Annora

sky, the ranch features sandy loam and good bottom soil. Two live creeks, known as Kickapoo Creek and White Oak Creek, meander through the ranch. Several lakes, all stocked with Florida bass, crappie and catfish, are scattered

throughout. Abundant wildlife includes whitetail deer and turkey. This ranch is truly ready to live, work and play. The old English Tutor-style home has lots of character. Improvements include mostly new perimeter fencing, miles and miles of new cross-fencing, Florida-style steel working pens and an all-steel shop. The entire property is complemented by large native oaks and pecan trees.

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Enjoy your own private retreat just 20 minutes

Rancho La Paloma

from downtown Fort Worth and 45 minutes

Texas Metroplex v Parker County v Fort Worth

from DFW International Airport. Cross over your own charming, covered bridge to Rancho La Paloma, 64 acres along Aledo’s Mary’s Creek. An oak-lined drive and lush coastal pasture lead to a wonderful Sante Fe-style getaway. Vigas, latillas, Taos antler chandeliers, 300-year-old doors and Mexican tile set this 2,000-square-foot retreat apart. This property is an ideal location for a high-end equine facility and has tons of future development possibilities. Find peace, quiet and comfort.

This is a very special property available at a very special price. $1,250,000.

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The spectacular Spring Ranch overlooks Possum Kingdom Lake and the Brazos River. Named after a historic spring on the ranch frequented by Indians and locals, the ranch features a magnificent, Graham Martin designed, 4,500+-square-foot flagstone and stucco home, with a corrugated-steel roof, situated on a bluff. This amazing, soft ranch/ contemporary home has been featured on the cover of architectural magazines and offers an uncomplicated lifestyle. Every attention to detail has been addressed inside and out. Some of the amenities include an exquisite formal dining pavilion, outdoor living area with a fireplace, covered patios, heated pool and a matching 3,200-square-foot barn. The home also boasts two bunkhouses over a four-car oversized garage with motor court for parking. This is a rare opportunity to own such a distinguished piece of architecture in an incredible setting.

The home is available with as few as 15 acres or up to 450 acres. Call for pricing.

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This handsome, four-bedroom, five- and one-half-bath, ranch-style home was designed by Arthur

Allen Crumley 3707 Camp Bowie, Suite 300 Fort Worth, TX 76107

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Weinman, and every detail has been addressed. This home boasts a “smart home” system, 100year roof, open living room with vaulted ceilings and large wood rafters, a gourmet kitchen and a generous master suite. All bedrooms have a private bath with heated floor and walk-in closet, including the guest suite. The laundry room doubles as a tornado shelter. The second casual living room is just off the kitchen. The exterior amenities include a heated pool and spa, patio with fire pit and a stock tank with a windmill. $1,299,000.

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This Prairie Foursquare-style 3,500-square-foot home and monitor barn, completed in 2008, are located on some of the most beautiful land in eastern Texas. The house has everything you would expect in a new luxury home, including rich quarter-sawn oak, solid brass hardware, doublehung high-E wooden windows, oak floors up and down, a masonry fireplace, huge gourmet kitchen with 48" commercial range, three and a half baths, a steam room, large home office, structured wiring, emergency auxiliary electrical generator, geothermal HVAC and much more. The land includes both wooded areas and five separately fenced pastures with four ponds and significant topography. $899,500.

Stephen Graham 1122 VZCR 1109 Grand Saline, TX 75140

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through scenic country. Several lots are lakefront on Gurley Lake, offering world-class trout fishing. Explore the nearby Uncompahgre National Forest for unlimited riding, camping, hunting, biking, fishing, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. These properties are only five to eight miles south of Norwood—the spirited center of Wright’s Mesa’s ranching community—offering excellent services, schools and restaurants. Telluride is a scenic 45-minute drive along the troutrich San Miguel River. Parcels are priced from $162,000.

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This red brick, three-bedroom, two-bath home sits on a hilltop on 121 acres with an agricultural exemption, two stocked ponds, fields for cutting hay and scattered trees. Improvements include two storage barns (one with an overhang for farm equipment), working cattle pens, fencing and cross fencing. The home has a country kitchen with lots of cabinets and custom built-ins, huge closets, spacious living areas and a sun room for relaxing, enjoying the views and entertaining guests. The property is convenient to Highway 71. Virtual tour: www.tourfactory.com/679573.

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VIP Country Properties Visit vipcountry.net for detailed brochures

979 865-9459 Cross Roads Farm. 89 ac, Austin Co., Frontage on two sides, small house, large metal barn, restored barn, distant views, pond, rolling pastures, convenient location. $795,000. Property may divide.

River Ridge Manor. 13.78 ac, Austin Co., 4065 sq.ft., 2-story home in a restricted community, pool, horse barn/workshop, pasture, woods, nearby championship golf course. $785,000 Live Oak Bend. 18 ac, Austin Co., 3579 sq.ft. stone home, majestic live oaks, rolling pastures, clear sandy creek. Reduced to $699,500 Bluebonnet Hill. 67 ac, Austin Co., Distant view, three ponds, improved pastures, frontage on two sides. $10,000 per acre. Property may divide.

Independence Trail Farm. 20± ac, Washington Co., Prominent location, renovated home originally built in 1836, large porches, live oaks. $550,000 Silver Oaks. 6.643 ac, Austin Co., 4/2 house, woods, winding drive, end of country lane. Reduced to $235,000.

SEE OUR AD IN THIS ISSUE FOR: Southern Oaks 195 ac, Austin Co., $4,250,000 Buenaventura Ranch 300 ac, Austin Co., $3,375,000 Quiet Meadow Cabin 175 ac, Colorado Co., $9,500/ac Grand Oaks Meadow 132 ac, Washington Co., $9,000 per acre Stone Haven 15.84 ac, Waller Co., $719,000 MIJ9 Ranch 31 ac, Austin Co., $699,000 Kissing Oaks Circle 4 ac, Austin Co., Price Reduced to $627,000 Southwind Horse Farm 35± ac, Washington Co., $500,000

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A Performance Equestrian Estate at Cottonwood Springs Ranch – Durango, CO Exquisite 540-ac. equestrian property w/masterpiece residence, manager, foreman & guest homes, 20,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art barn with ranch offices, stateof-the-art breeding and training facilities, impeccable landscaping and more. $12,000,000 Apishapa River Canyon Ranch – Fowler, CO 13,000-acre cattle ranch along several canyons currently runs 250 to 300 pair, excellent cattle handling facilities, springs, seasonal ponds, wells, water from Apishapa River, underground pipeline system. $3,700,000 Argyle Ranch - Pringle, SD 520 acres with 90% perimeter bordering national forest 25 east of WY & 1 hour from Rapid City. High water table, wells w/develop. potential. $1,200,000 Bear Creek Ranch – Shingletown, CA One of the richest, most productive ranches in northern, CA with 673 acres of irrigated pasture (67) rangeland and timber bisected by 1.5 miles of creek, private 260’ waterfall, 3 captured pure mountain springs. $3,800,000 Big Creek Ranch - Steamboat Springs, CO Rare 5,034 deeded acres in its own valley with 85% perimeter bordering national forest. 11,000 sq. ft. lodge, four miles of Big Creek and development potential, outside Steamboat Springs. $59,500,000 Bonsall Farm - Bonsall, CA 190-acre hacienda estate & working ranch, avocado and citrus groves, horse facilities, manager’s homes, pools, ranch office, gardens & barn. $18,000,000 Bristlecone Mountain Ranch – Guffey, CO 430-acre equestrian ranch with NF on north boundary at base of Thirty-Nine Mile Mtn. w/custom 2-level main residence, guest casita, manager’s home, barns, arenas, ponds, wells and more. $3,900,000 Chaparral Lakes Ranch – Redding, CA 400 private ac. near national parks, retail, airport with wildlife and development potential. $1,250,000 Chatellen Farm – Windsor, CO 126-acre equestrian/training facility on the front range with unobstructed views of the Rocky Mountains and Longs Peak with custom 6,500 sq. ft. mountain-mission main residence, security entrance, barns, indoor and outdoor arenas. $3,400,000 Clark Creek Ranch – Elgin, OR In heart of Blue Mtns, 471 acres with ponds, springs, north fork of Clark Creek through property. Near national forest and wilderness areas. $1,975,000 Dumbell Ranch - Alcova, WY A great working ranch comprising 118,746 acres with 10+ miles of the Sweetwater River, 5 reservoirs, Beulah Lake, territorial water rights, three homes, ranching headquarters and more. $9,100,000 Eagle Ridge Ranch, Homestead 11 - Gunnison, CO 35-acre ranch parcel with exquisite 5,000 sq. ft. home in premier 4,900-acre, high-country, shared-ranch community in Gunnison. Surrounded by national forest & BLM land w/year-round recreation. $2,850,000 El Capitan Ranch – Ruidosa, NM Over 11,700 deeded acres bordering 35,000 acres of the El Capitan Wilderness with 1,700 acres in high fence for hunting. Includes lodge, manager’s home, hunting cabin and equipment storage. $20,500,000 El Caso Ranch - Quemado, NM 70,000 total acres (3,250 total acres) surrounded

by Gila NF with income, dev. & rec. opportunities, agriculture, residence, guest home, restaurant/bar, boat marina, master-planned gated community. $9,825,000

Four Mile Creek Ranch – Glenwood Springs, CO 1,135-acre lifestyle ranch fronting over 1 mile of Four Mile Creek surrounded by lush alpine landscape, impeccable main residence, guest homes, cabins, barns, equestrian facilities, wildlife, ample water rights. $19,500,000 Half Moon Bar Lodge – Medford, OR 80-acre secluded lodge with vacation cabins on the scenic Rogue River with hundreds of feet of river frontage, spectacular fishing set amongst the lush, private & pristine landscape in Oregon. $5,000,000 Hanna Creek Ranch - Big Horn, WY 17-acre turn-key equestrian ranch surrounded by mountain views on eastern slope of Big Horn Mtns with 3,000+ sq. ft. ranch home, horse facilities w/outdoor arena, barn w/office, loafing sheds. $1,100,000 Hay Draw Ranch – Union Center, SD 2,240 acres, 360° views, 3BR home, bunkhouse, 7-acre lake & hay production $3,200,000 High Meadows Ranch - Steamboat Springs, CO 196 acres bordered and surrounded by Routt NF, one mile of Morrison Creek, direct access to Sarvis Creek Wilderness, residence, guest cabins, twostory barn, arena, cooking pavilion in lush alpine wonderland. $3,900,000 Hunter’s Choice Game Ranch – Crawford, NE 1,140 total acres in Pine Ridge area, elk and wild turkey hunting ranch, well water, high game fence, successfully operated. $700,000 Investment Land & Water – Windsor/Severance, CO 157-acre investment opportunity, development potential, valuable water rights, flood irrigated, agricultural lease in place. $2,700,000 J Bar Horseshoe Ranch – Powderhorn, CO A fisherman’s paradise on 39 deeded acres with home, rugged log lodge and 7 log cabins historically used as fishing and hunting getaway rentals, 1/4 mile of creek frontage surrounded by Wilderness, BLM and private land. $1,800,000 J C Cross Ranch – Keenesburg, CO 255-acre operating grass hay ranch & horse property with unobstructed mountain views, 2 pivot sprinklers, cape-cod style farm house, indoor and outdoor arenas, equipment and hay storage, Cleary buildings with tack room. $1,500,000 L Cross Ranch – La Garita, CO Impressive 6,200-deeded-acre ranch in La Garita foothills with grazing permits, abundant water, water rights, 4,000 sq. ft. main residence, log home, manager’s home, horse barns & more. $6,500,000 Lake Berryessa Ranch – Napa, CA A unique, undeveloped 4,400-ac. property resting in the easting portion of Napa County with unobstructed vistas of Lake Berryessa and the surrounding mountains. $9,000,000 Last Chance Ranch – Oak Creek, CO A secluded 307-acre mountain property used as a cattle, hay and outfitting ranch with year-round access and recreational opportunities, unlimited NF and wilderness access, 2,400 sq. ft. log lodge, hunting cabins, barns, corrals, water rights and excellent hunting. $3,300,000 Little Deer Creek Ranch – Fort Laramie, WY 4th generation cattle ranch, 5,255 deeded acres, 3+ miles of creek, 125-acre pivot sprinkler, wide meadows, ideal building sites, views. $2,400,000 Oak Meadows – Glenwood Springs, CO The highest lot, 5-acre parcel has spectacular views and borders private ranchland. $400,000 OW & Pitchfork Ranches Big Horn and Powder River Counties, MT 2 legendary ranches with some of the most beautiful western scenery anywhere. Combined, the ranches comprise 64,000+ acres. Two historic downtown Sheridan, WY office buildings. $35,000,000 Pine Ridge Elk Ranch – Harrison, NE Turn-key commercial hunting ranch (800± deeded ac.) w/360° views, lodge/residence, spring-fed fishing ponds, equipment/workshop, garage. $1,950,000 Powderhorn Wilderness Hideout – Powderhorn, CO Private 4.77 acres, direct access to NF with 360° views, 2-level log home, barn, corrals, round pen. $500,000

(Ranch Marketing Associates, continued) Roan Creek Ranch – De Beque, CO 120-acre ranch, lush irrigated meadows, good water rights, excellent hunting and fishing, 1/2 mile of creek runs through the property. $780,000 Rockin’ R Ranch – Pagosa Springs, CO 35-acre equestrian paradise, impeccable mountain home, custom horse facilities, close to Durango & Wolf Creek Ski Resort. $1,600,000 Royal Elk at Diamond Star Ranch – Vail, CO 140-acre ranch in the upscale 10,400-acre Diamond Star Ranch shared-amenity community near Vail.

Custom 9,000 sq. ft. home, guest home, caretaker’s home, pool and year-round recreation. $6,395,000 Ruby Lake Ranch – Alder, MT 8,871 total contiguous acres rich in natural resources with over three miles of shoreline along Ruby Reservoir. $19,800,000 Shadow Creek Ranch – Kremmling, CO 6,000-acre shared-amenity ranch and working cattle operation with 22-70 acre home sites located one hour from ski resorts with main guest lodge, rustic cabins, world-class equestrian facilities adjoining 4,000 acres of wilderness. $1,600,000 Shepardsbend on the CO River - Kremmling, CO 172 acres with some of the best fly-fishing water available. Over one and one half miles of the both sides of the Colorado River providing large numbers of trout only two hours NW of Denver in a sportsman’s paradise. $2,280,000 Sheridan West Pasture – Sheridan, WY 352-acre horse/cattle ranch on a bench with mountain views, several draws, seasonal reservoirs, spring, perimeter-fenced, year-round access. $1,380,000 Silver Spring Farm – Ashland, OR World-class equestrian facility on 60 acres with state-ofthe-art barn, Olympic full court, indoor dressage arena, 3,500 sq. ft. clubhouse, spectacular homesite, south-facing vineyard, canals, creek, trails and more. $4,995,000 Smith Creek Estate – Basalt, CO 35-acre mtn. retreat, custom log home, wraparound deck overlooking trout pond, privacy, wildlife. $2,695,000 Smith Ranch on the Belle Fourche River – Hulett, WY Located north of Devils Tower National Monument, 17+ acres, excellent building sites, ranch home, outbuildings, springs/creeks, stock water. $325,000 Spear-O-Wigwam – Sheridan, WY Historic guest ranch founded in 1923 on a 17-acre Forest Service permit (zero deeded acres) with grazing permits, lodge and eleven guest cabins offering spectacular hunting, fishing, riding and pack trips. $800,000 Specie Wilderness Ranch - Telluride, CO Close to Telluride, 548 total acres and 1+ mile national forest boundary. Available in two parcels or entire ranch. $6,500,000 Split Rock Ranch – Muddy Gap, WY Large production ranch w/200,000± acres, 12 mi. of Sweetwater River, 6 homes, full livestock facilities & more. $8,900,000 or $4,500,000 for a 50% Interest.

Steamboat Lake Outfitters – Steamboat, CO Rocky mountain recreation business on 12 acres w/ furnished lodge, guest cabins, 7,600 sq/ft Country Convenience Store with gas/fuel sales, restaurant/ deli, saloon, surrounded by NF. $1,650,000 Sunnyside Ranch – Yampa, CO 954 acres between Vail and Steamboat Springs. Big game hunting, outdoor recreation, development potential. $4,960,000 The Lower Elk River Valley Ranch Steamboat Springs, CO 122 acres (90 acres in irrigated meadow and 32 acres in dry cropland) cornering the Elk River. Six miles from downtown Steamboat Springs. Can be divided into 35+ acre parcels and has CE potential. $1,950,000 Trophy Mule Deer Hunting Ranch – Crawford, NE 1,420-ac. high-fence hunting ranch, first-class lodge offers full accommodations, views, privacy. $1,625,000 Two Rivers Cow Camp – Steamboat Springs, CO 23 acres bordering NF with spring-fed trout pond, carriage house/residence, 5-bay garage, guest cabin, full equine facilities, security/privacy gate. $2,300,000

Vista Larga Ranch – Ault, CO 480-acre equestrian ranch on front range in northeastern, CO with mountain views, 4,130 sq. ft. home, indoor and outdoor arenas, two horse barns and access to trails and surrounded on two side by state and federal land. $1,300,000 Wind River Valley Ranch – Crowheart, WY A 140-acre year-round agricultural ranch in western WY between Bridger-Teton NF and the high desert plains with log home and log guest cabin and only two hours from Yellowstone National Park. $800,000 X Lazy V Ranch – Raton, NM 1,880-acre working cattle ranch one hour from CO border surrounded on three sides by legendary TO Ranch with adobe/timber home, cattle handling facilities, perimeter fenced capable of running 180 yearlings or 75 cow/calf pair. $940,000 Y-6 Ranch – Meriden, WY 24,750 acres, 5th generation cattle ranch w/6,500-head feedlot & mill, irrigation, runs 1,500 pair. $15,950,000

5 Star Country Properties Shelly Moschak, Broker www.5starcountry.com

979 830-5040 BLUEBELL RANCH: Washington County, Rolling, stands of trees, views - 39.43 ac. $345,013 WALNUT CREEK RANCH: Montgomery County, 30 acres; 4BR/4BA log home, horse barn, equip. barn; loafing sheds; paddocks; lake & pond. $699,500 PARTNERS VOICE: Harris Co., 3,643 sf, 4BR/3.5BA, exec. home, extensive upgrades. $337,500 HATFIELD MEADOW: Brazoria County; Pearland, 9.8 ac., w/420’ rd frontage $375,000 BRAZOS HILL FARM: Washington County, 59.77 acres, rolling, scattered trees, woods, pastures, good road frontage, numerous bldg. sites. $573,744 BLUFF VIEW RANCH: Fayette Cty., 99+ gorgeous rolling ac., wooded, interior roads, open meadows, 2 water wells, 2 ponds, will divide. $799,312

Busbee Ranch Sales Jeff Boswell

713 304-8186 Uvalde Co. 3,703 Ac. south of Sabinal. Miles of Sabinal River & Blanco Creek. $11,850,000 Edwards Co. 936 Ac. west of Barksdale. On the Pulliam Cr. & Spring Creek. Beautiful. $5,850,000 Jackson Co. 2,949 Ac. north of Edna. Outstanding waterfowl & quail at great price. $5,883,255 Colorado Co. 1,036 Ac. north of Columbus. Rolling hills and great whitetail near Houston. $6,750,000 Waller Co. 858 Ac. W. of Magnolia. Huge undeveloped rolling hills in horse country. $9,438,000 Cameron Co. 21 Ac. near South Padre. Old style Hacienda on grapefruit farm. $3,000,000 Brazoria Co. 72 Ac. near Danbury. 40-acre trophy bass lake and duck hunting. $399,000 Fayette Co. 115 Ac. near Flatonia. Pretty little hunting place with easy access. $385,250 Brazoria Co. 143 Ac. near Liverpool. Duck hunter’s dream close to Houston. $385,047 Brazoria Co. 365 Ac. outside Lake Jackson.

Gentleman’s ranch with great barn & water. $985,500

METRO BROKERS, INC. Joe Demko, Broker • 972 467-3008 **Reduced by $500,000** Large custom home on 158 lovely acres near Dallas. Rare mineral rights!

View photos at www.TEJASLonghorn.com. $1.2M

Wendland & Associates, LLC www.wendlandusa.com

830 896-8410 • Nancy Wendland, Broker TEXAS RANCHES Blanco County, 940 ac. Live water in Hill Country with log cabin lg oaks.1 hr Austin or San Antonio.

Crockett County, 254 ac. Lg rock home family or hunting lodge. Big buck country & private.

Gillespie County, 4.87 ac. Custom Hill Country hm with, pool & detached 3-car garage & guest quarters.

Gillespie County, 74 ac. Unique custom home, barn guest quarters, pens & views.

Gillespie County, 78.63 ac. Riverfront, pond & pecan orchard. Close to Fredericksburg.

Gillespie County, 199 ac. Pedernales River and Hwy 290 frontage. Home, 2 B&B, barn , & 8-acre lake.

Gillespie County. Commercial property in Fredericksburg. Owner triple net lease back.

Kerr County, 36.25 ac. Hill Country home w/guest quarters, ponds, barn, private & close to town.

WYOMING RANCH Carbon County, 78,000 ac. with 60,000 deeded acres. 2 beautiful log homes, 13 miles of Medicine Bow River with hay meadows & water rights. Elk, mule deer & antelope. Wind towers. Reduced.

Circle T Realty www.circle-t-realty.com

903 536-3318 Anderson County Property: 27 Ac. Hwy 79, 4 miles from Palestine. $2,795/ac Leon County Properties: 25 Ac. 3/2.5 home on high hill, pond, Bliss Creek. $294,900 38.01 Ac. Woods, pasture, gulfstream RV, 30x40 barn. $160,000 49.9 Ac. Rolling, woods, paved road, spring-fed pond. $3,295/ac 50 Ac. Wooded, paved road, 2-acre lake. $3,395/ac 52 Ac. 3/2.5 log cabin w/ many extras, rolling pasture w/scattered trees. $439,000 58 Ac. Pasture, pond, barn. $3,395/ac 58 Ac. Rolling, great homesite, spring-fed pond, spring creek, 1 mile of Hwy 75 frontage. $4,495/ac 69 Ac. 3/2 home, 50% wooded, 2-acre spring-fed lake. $324,500 88 Ac. Pasture, 2 ponds, fenced. $3,295/ac 93 Ac. 2/1 home, large spring creek, big neighbors. $485,000 97 Ac. High hill, 6-ac. lake, lots of wildlife. $3,295/ac 128 Ac. 3/2 mh, barn, high rolling hills. $407,000 137 Ac. Rolling, wooded, duck marsh. $2,995/ac 592 Ac. Black Walnut Ranch, large native timber, 13 ac. & 2 ac. spring-fed lake, several year-round creeks, great hunting. $2,495/ac Volume 59 Texas Farm&Ranch

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936 825-5094 1.43 ac. Commercial lumberyard, 900sf. $499,000 17 ac. Commercial, Hwy 6, dividable. $4M 145 ac. Industrial on railroad. $1,450,000 82 ac. Industrial, dividable, frontage on 3 sides. $3M 2 ac. Comm. corner perfect for gas station.

10 ac. Industrial corner. $871,000 20 ac. On FM 2988 close to Hwy 6. $200,000 50 ac. w/ 3/2 home on Hwy 6. $700,000 46 ac. Equestrian ranch w/ 3/2 home. $699,000 10 ac. Equestrian fully equipped. $125,000 20 ac. 4/3 CR 401, picture perfect. $499,000 5.22 ac. 4/3 3,230sf Magnolia, TX. $649,000 52.11 ac. FM 1227 w/cabin, equestrian. $489,000 60 ac. Commercial, Hwy 6, Dividable. $479,000 5 ac. Industrial. $435,000 10 ac. Corner Hwy 90, Anderson, TX. $125,000 16 ac. $6,000/ac. Caney Creek Sub. Restrictions.

61 ac. Wooded, live creek, Plantersville. $411,250 20 ac. CR 107 Iola, TX, great hunting. $90,000 40 ac. CR 107 Iola, TX, wet-weather creek. $180,000 35 ac. CR 107 Iola, TX, recreational heaven.

34 ac. FM 2445, great for cattle/horses.

20 ac. FM 2445, high rolling hills. $200,000 55 ac. FM 2445, 900ft of paved frontage. $399,000 50 ac. FM 1227, beautiful improved ranch. $375,000 50 ac. Hwy 90, Anderson, TX, rolling. $375,000 31.41 ac. In city limits, Navasota, TX. $375,000 72.64 ac. Large creek and mature oaks. $359,000 60 ac. CR 447, creek, great cattle land. $330,000 30 ac. FM 3090, great homesites. $210,000 42 ac. FM 1227, 50/50 open/wooded. $315,000 32 ac. 3/2 home w/barn and arena. $299,000 50 ac. FM 39, mostly wooded hunting land. $275,000 32.23 ac. FM 1774, Anderson ISD, rolling. $225,000 403 Farquhar. 3/2 restored Victorian. $199,000 318 Leon. 1950s 3/2 on .25-ac., Navasota. $199,000 60 ac. Hwy 6, Hammond, TX, dividable. $479,000 6 ac. CR 331 w/ 3/2, light restrictions. $165,000 0.33 ac. Commercial, 2,400-sf restaurant. $160,000 17.23 ac. Moriarity Rd, Richards, 2 tracts. $136,000

Hortenstine Ranch Company, LLC www.hrcranch.com

214 616 1305 mobile 214 366 7776 office/fax Johnson Co, 2,905 Ac. – Best investment on the market! Scenic hill country, 1 hour DFW. Jack Co, 260 Ac. – Joplin Ranch, 3 tanks, Little Bean Creek, Hwy 199, 2/3 wooded. $2,950/acre Jack Co, 160 Ac. – Eaves Ranch, hunting, cabin on 2-acre pond, secluded, elevation. $2,695/acre Jack Co, 217 Ac. – High fenced, elevation, big deer, cabins, 5 tanks, good buy. $795,000 Throckmorton Co, 320 Ac. - large neighbors, trophy whitetails, rural water, 3 tanks. $1,995/acre Lamar Co, 331 Ac. - 3 DU wetlands, part of 35-acre lake, prime duck hunting, deer, woods/ meadows. 2 hours from Dallas. $2,395/acre Tillman Co, OK, 637 Ac. – world-class duck hunting, four H2O wells, flooded timber, nice lodge, quail, deer, dove. $1,885/acre

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970 327-0162 Hays Ranch on Gurley Lake: Wright’s Mesa, Southwestern CO. Lovely 4BR/4.5BA lakefront home on 35 acres. Fabulous trout fishing.

Spectacular lake and mountain views. Use the 800acre wildlife preserve and 27-mile private riding trail.

Price reduced for a quick sale - $699,000!!

Ridge View Ranch: Wright’s Mesa, Southwestern CO. 40-acre ridge-view parcel with great canyon, mountain and valley views. Borders BLM lands, includes 100% mineral rights, water well, natural gas tap and road/driveway. Peaceful, secluded, yet close to both Norwood and Telluride. $169,900 Circle G Ranch: Wright’s Mesa, Southwestern CO. Exquisite high-end home on 75 acres bordering BLM, with lake & mtn. views. Fully furnished & lovely details everywhere in this log/stone/granite/tile home. 3-car garage & 4-stall horse barn. $1,900,000 Private Cabin: Wright’s Mesa, Southwestern CO. This cabin in the woods, on 40 acres, offers great mountain views. Privacy - yet minutes to town.

This maintenance-free, over-engineered home has abundant custom touches inside. $285,000 Country Cottage on Wright’s Mesa: Southwestern CO. 3BR house on 4+ acres with exquisite mountain and valley views. Peaceful country living just minutes from the spirited ranching town of Norwood. $310,000 Lone Cone Restaurant: Norwood, Southwestern CO. This fine establishment is a favorite of locals and a premier location for travelers on the scenic byway.

This turnkey operation offers a top reputation for great food, service and cleanliness. The separate restaurant and saloon have a combined 20 tables for dining. $550,000 - includes the business & real estate.

Delserro Ranch: Wright’s Mesa, Southwestern CO. 240 acres includes great water rights on several ponds and springs. Open mesa property with fabulous mountain views, borders National Forest. $895,000

COALSON REAL ESTATE Mac A. Coalson, Sr. Broker WWW.COALSON.COM Mac@Coalson.com

940 682-4993 office 817 925-3333 cell 21 AC. NE Poolville, TX: New 3/2.5/2 accented brick and stone home. $495,000 58 AC. NW Weatherford, TX: Coastal, pecan orchard, oaks, large pond, brick home. $637,500 65 AC. Brazos, Palo Pinto Co., TX: High bluff, outstanding views, heavy oak cover. $5,900 per acre 70 AC. NW Weatherford, TX: Absolutely gorgeous property, 8,122 sq/ft, two-story brick & stone home.

Many super-tall trees. $1,795,000 122 AC. West of Weatherford, TX: Large water reservoirs & a large 3-story brick home. $1,495,000 140 AC. Palo Pinto Co., TX: 3/2.5 brick two-story home, 10-acre lake & hunting. $1,067,500 177 AC. Palo Pinto Co., TX: Cattle land, reduced to $5,750 per acre.

212 AC. SE Palo Pinto Co., TX: Custom 4/2.5/2 sandstone home with pool. $1,675,000 221 AC. NW Parker Co., TX: Outstanding grasses, scenic. Austin Stone home. $1,495,000

250 AC, Mineral Wells, TX: North of Mineral Wells and east of US 281. Beautiful native terrain. A 7,794 sf sandstone 2-story home, exquisite in detail and custom features. Water wells, pond, dry creek, deer & turkey. Minerals available. $3,700,000.

314.5 AC. Palo Pinto Co., TX: Excellent hunting cover. Nice ponds, older home. $1,550,000 317 AC. Mineral Wells, Palo Pinto Co., TX: Excellent hunting. Wheat land, 2 homes, ponds. $1,697,500 340 AC. Palo Pinto Co., TX: SW Mineral Wells, Brazos River frontage, 3BR/3BA sandstone and log lodge. $2,325,000 403 AC. Weatherford, TX: 8500 sq/ft, 5/4.5/2 stone home. Reduced to $6,825,000.

461.461 AC. Silverado, Weatherford, TX: $5,306,802 550 AC. St. Jo, Montague Co., TX: Cattle ranch with deer hunting. $1,795,000 973.444 AC. Palo Pinto & Erath Cos, TX: Excellent game cover. Many varieties of trees, creeks & ponds.

Outstanding access to I-20 & Ft. Worth. $3,500/ac

Smith & Co. Realty, Inc. smithcorealestate.com

580 994-6004 • Ira Smith RANCH FOR SALE - NW Oklahoma 33 mi. W of Woodward, OK. 3,100 acres w/live creek. Beautiful home & 2 nice older home w/ corrals, barns, etc. Also offers 2 irrigation systems.

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

903 675-3503 903 675-3536 fax FAMILY LIVING AT ITS BEST! 4BR/4.5B w/lrg liv area, fabulous kitchen, pool & 2BR/1B guesthouse on 49 ac in Martins Mill ISD. $735,000 120 ACRES – 50% wooded & 50% open, loaded w/ deer & other wildlife & 3-acre lake. $360,000 MONTALBA – Horse training facility w/20 stall barn, liv quarters, track, 110 ac & paddocks. $675,000 THE BEST OF EAST TEXAS – 5BR/4B custom home w/hand-crafted amenities, fabulous liv area & frontage on 5-acre spring-fed lake. Simply beautiful! $535,000 BRADFORD – 165-ac horse farm complete w/2,400 sf ranch house, 12 stall horse barn, hay barn, office/ liv quarters, 3 lakes, 17 paddocks w/water & Kentucky board fencing. $1,200,000 OUTSTANDING OFFERING ON 5.8 ACRES – Custom designed & constructed home w/lush landscaping & in-ground saltwater gunite pool.

Hand-crafted interior finish out combines w/casual lifestyle – A must to see! $689,000 ATHENS AREA – Cowboy dream house on 19 acs w/big horse barn/shop & separate office, 3BR/2B custom home. Reduced to $539,000!

42+ ROLLING ACRES w/3/2/2 brick home built in 1979, 3/2 doublewide built in 1996, 40x50 airplane hangar, 65% open, 40% wood, runway, fenced, pond, spring creek & in-ground pool. Great offering at $380,000.

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