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9............... Uvalde................56 20............. Caldwell.............32 20............. Medina............... 31 30............. Washington......65 34............. Uvalde................32 34............. Waller.................99 40............. Wilson................42 46............. Colorado...........65 57............. Madison.............79 70............. Fayette................90 71............. Austin.................65 80............. McLennan.........71 81............. Comal.................37 91............. Leon...................73 93............. Colorado...........65 106........... McCulloch........93 110........... Robertson..........77 118........... Falls....................76 126.......... McLennan.........77 133.......... Washington......65 135.......... Fayette................90 137.......... Coryell...............76 147........... Fayette................90 156.......... Uvalde................56 175........... Colorado...........65

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185.......... Fayette................90 203.......... Washington......99 206.......... Travis..................71 237.......... Milam.................74 245.......... Grimes...............78 250.......... Leon...................72 276........... Coryell...............66 291........... Lampasas..........45 329.......... Grimes...............79 331........... McCulloch........93 332.......... McCulloch........51 336.......... Coryell...............66 350.......... Waller.................89 376........... Mills....................82 383.......... Leon...................73 481........... Bell......................38 485.......... Bosque...............38 513........... Leon...................72 514........... Menard..............93 543.......... Wilson................58 545.......... Uvalde................45 594.......... Concho..............93 602.......... McCulloch........82 607.......... Medina...............60 846.......... San Saba............74 871.......... Uvalde................34 884.......... Medina...............55 915........... McCulloch........93 1,042....... Uvalde................53 1,127....... Medina...............39 1,159....... Grimes...............38 1,185....... Uvalde................53 1,213....... Uvalde................53 1,509....... Medina...............81 1,628....... Freestone...........88 1,653....... Comal.................40 1,941....... Fayette................75 2,135....... Hamilton...........40 2,328....... Medina...............47 3,429....... McCulloch........93 9,908....... Kinney................52

Hill Country 21............. Bandera..............33 25............. Kerr.....................39 30............. Kendall..............57 39............. Blanco................51 40............. Gillespie.............45 46............. Kendall..............57 47............. Blanco................33 54............. Gillespie............. 41 54............. Kendall..............40 65............. Gillespie.............94 73............. Gillespie.............83 80............. Kendall..............57

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94............. Bandera..............33 99............. Gillespie.............50 110........... Bandera..............34 20............. Hood..................70 127.......... Kerr..................... 41 23............. Tarrant...............69 157.......... Kendall..............32 50............. Denton...............62 161........... Bandera..............50 51............. Parker.................69 166........... Kendall..............35 64............. Parker.................70 178........... Bandera..............28 108........... Parker.................71 190.......... Blanco................33 115........... Somervell...........69 192.......... Bandera.............. 31 160........... Hill......................76 207.......... Real.....................56 229.......... Navarro..............72 212........... Gillespie.............51 240.......... Parker.................71 215........... Gillespie.............60 257.......... Kaufman............59 215........... Kendall.............. 31 352.......... Ellis.....................98 215........... Kendall..............32 383.......... Parker.................59 224.......... Bandera..............34 461........... Ellis.....................70 224.......... Kendall..............44 700.......... Kaufman............59 234.......... Gillespie............. 41 1,995....... Hood..................69 250.......... Hays.................... 41 3,964....... Erath...................64 256.......... Kendall..............61 270.......... Gillespie.............40 280.......... Kerr.....................50 72............. Van Zandt..........96 304.......... Kerr.....................81 178........... Henderson........96 357.......... Kimble...............42 264.......... Anderson...........96 368.......... Blanco................39 287.......... Van Zandt..........96 369.......... Bandera..............44 848.......... Lamar.................59 400.......... Bandera..............32 1,720....... Franklin.............88 413........... Bandera..............33 422.......... Kerr.....................49 468.......... Kerr.....................49 248.......... Young.................70 490.......... Gillespie.............48 350.......... Comanche.........61 490.......... Llano..................48 400.......... Eastland.............64 500.......... Bandera..............56 2,863....... Nolan................. 31 515........... Edwards.............97 12,158..... Knox...................86 543.......... Bandera..............35 575.......... Kerr..................... 31 575.......... Llano..................45 73............. Aransas..............36 576........... Gillespie.............55 900.......... Dimmit...............55 800.......... Kerr.....................82 900.......... Zavala.................55 840.......... Kimble...............34 1,169....... Victoria............101 860.......... Blanco................54 1,547....... Zavala.................53 879.......... Kerr.....................48 2,310....... Frio.....................55 909.......... Gillespie.............34 2,540....... Webb..................91 927.......... Gillespie.............43 2,572....... Maverick............37 1,117........ Kendall..............32 3,015....... Dimmit...............60 1,126....... Blanco................46 3,229....... Bee......................44 1,126....... Gillespie.............46 6,779....... La Salle...............87 1,138....... Kerr.....................43 7,607....... Zavala.................52 1,169....... Bandera..............39 17,340..... Maverick............52 1,648....... Burnet................43 1,840....... Burnet................54 2,000....... Edwards.............42 22............. Montgomery.....99 2,408....... Kerr.....................43 40............. Montgomery.....78 2,721....... Blanco................47 47............. Harris.................89 2,727....... Kerr.....................46 96............. Montgomery.....79 3,601....... Blanco................54 98............. Jefferson.............91

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100........... Montgomery.....78 100........... Walker................78 110........... Tyler................. 102 147........... Walker................79 193.......... Jasper.................91

West 23............. Jeff Davis...........80 873.......... Val Verde...........61 1,534....... Jeff Davis...........81 2,197....... Brewster.............95 2,906....... Jeff Davis...........80 3,157....... Jeff Davis...........80 3,870....... Brewster.............66 3,910....... Brewster.............92 4,046....... Val Verde...........44 6,600....... Val Verde...........34 7,040....... Terrell.................60 7,399....... Brewster.............42 9,100....... Kinney................66 9,100....... Val Verde...........66 18,881..... Brewster.............54 34,880.... Presidio..............81 55,374..... Jeff Davis...........80

Outside the Region

Colorado

380.......... Montezuma.......85 565.......... Hinsdale............67 565.......... La Plata..............67 809.......... Routt...................68 1,700....... Routt...................68 1,769....... La Plata..............68 2,265....... Saguache...........67

Oklahoma 2,500....... Latimer..............61

Oregon 7,198........ Union.................84

Utah 2,066....... Washington......85

Virginia 23............. Fauquier......... 100 25............. Fauquier......... 100 115........... Loudoun......... 100 126.......... Clarke.............. 100 296.......... Fauquier......... 100 450.......... Fauquier......... 100

Wyoming 100........... Platte..................67 235.......... Sheridan............84 1,848....... Teton..................67

CENTRAL

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

HIGH PLAINS 8 1 28 76 24 13 22 26 37 20 40 1 75 16 41 19 31 74 57 14 30 25 3 6 10 38 8 58 42 29 5 39 56 7 32 4 11 21 12 17 9 2 23 55 15 54

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

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

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

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

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

NORTHWEST 5 4 44 122 98 46 121 123 33 99 78 34 27 60 63 79 43 95 47 96 120 77 80 81 59 97 61 36 35 62

Archer Baylor Brown Callahan Clay Coleman Comanche Cottle Eastland Fisher Foard Hardeman Haskell Jack Jones Knox Mitchell Montague Nolan Runnels Scurry Shackelford Stephens Stonewall Taylor Throckmorton Wichita Wilbarger Young

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Forming an Alliance:

TEXAS Alliance of Land Brokers Boerne, Texas – October 19, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

TALB GROWTH CONTINUES – SE TALB GAINS MOMENTUM INCREDIBLE CHRISTMAS BANQUET PLANNED IN SAN ANTONIO DECEMBER 13 The Texas Alliance of Land Brokers continues to grow, with recent luncheons featuring such informative speakers/presenters as Kirby Brown, Senior Policy Analyst for the Texas Wildlife Association, Charles Gilliland, Economist for the Texas Real Estate Research Center and John NielsenGammon, Texas State Climatologist, among others. These luncheons occur in the vicinity of Austin/San Antonio/Fredericksburg on the fourth Wednesday of each month, except November, which will be the Wednesday before Thanksgiving Week (14th), and members and their guests are always welcome! Two meetings this year have featured marketing sessions, in which members are allowed to have the floor to themselves to present their best listings and buying prospects. Meaningful business has resulted from each of these sessions.

Meanwhile, the fledgling SETALB continues to spread its wings, with enthusiastic attendees at each luncheon on the second Tuesday of each month, generally at satellite locations in and around the Houston area. 63 attendees heard Gary Maler, Director of the Real Estate Center, speak on a variety of topics at the BT Longhorn Saloon in Brenham on October 9, and enjoyed great food and camaraderie. The previous month, over 50 heard Ronald Gertson, Wharton County rice farmer and statewide water and natural resource conservationist, speak about matters related to the Colorado River Basin in general, and coastal farming specifically. LCRA cut off many coastal rice farmers from any river irrigation water earlier this year, sending shock waves throughout the area.

At this time, both chapters are nominating officers and boards for 2013, and will begin 2013 membership drives shortly. The steady growth of TALB will continue, and the goal is to have a truly statewide organization of separate chapters, tied together by similar by-laws and name, and sharing one dynamic website. . . stay tuned!

An awesome Christmas banquet is scheduled for Thursday, December 13, at the Omni Hotel in NW San Antonio on Interstate 10. The talented father/son duo of Doc and Mike Blakely, “The Swing Riders”, will take us down a musical trail of Western lore and stories, with a large dose of humor on the side, that should be unforgettable. An ultra-gourmet meal will be served, bars will be open and discounted rooms will be available for TALB members and guests who wish to stay over and do some Christmas shopping in San Antonio. Our wonderful sponsors and underwriters are contributing to make the charge to attendees minimal. This is shaping up to truly be a night to remember!

The TALB was established in 1994 for the purpose of establishing high ethical, professional and sales performance standards for rural land professionals, and is not affiliated with any Realtor© organizations. More information is available at www.texaslandbrokers.org.

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America’s Oldest and Most Prestigious Horse Show Announces Its 2013 Season Venerable Charity Steps Up and Steps Out for Children What began as a promise to a child decades ago has grown into the oldest and most prestigious horse show in North America, and one of Houston’s major social and fundraising events: The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show.

Since 1945, The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show has delivered unrivaled equestrian sport to the greater Houston community while also continuing its long tradition of raising millions of dollars for children’s charities. Current beneficiaries of funds raised through sponsors, supporters and competitors include Texas Children’s Hospital, Houston’s Ronald McDonald House Family Rooms and Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Family Alliance.

Our loyal and impressive audience is gearing up to enjoy this charitycentered Texas tradition again over the period of March 20-30, 2013 at the impressive Great Southwest Equestrian Center in Katy. The 2013 show will mark Pin Oak’s 68th year of grandeur, pageantry and Olympic-level equestrian competition. We invite Farm and Ranch readers and advertisers to plan ahead to join us for the 2013 show and its related festivities.

Our Beginning James “Jim” Abercrombie was the founder of The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show. “Mr. Jim’s” daughter, Josephine, was an accomplished equestrian by the age of six. After a fire destroyed the Houston Riding Club stables in 1941, Mr. Jim promised to build stables for his daughter that would Photo by Jon Kral never burn down.

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Josephine Abercrombie riding Lady Lola

True to his word, he built a new facility on 30 acres of undeveloped land in Bellaire, Texas, a suburb of Houston.

The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show debuted in Houston on May 26, 1945, at Mr. Jim’s Pin Oak Stables with proceeds designated for a charity for children. This inaugural show established the tradition of charitable giving that would eventually lead to building The Texas Children’s Hospital, largely from proceeds from the show. Soon thereafter, The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show became THE social event of the season.

Photo by Frank Stowell

“No Child Shall be Turned Away” From its inception, the mission of The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show has been to serve the children’s medical community of the Houston metropolitan area by providing both financial and volunteer support to The Texas Children’s Hospital and Houston’s Ronald McDonald House Family Rooms and Candlelighters. The original directive from Mr. Abercrombie still guides and sets the goal for the leadership of Pin Oak – “that no child be turned away.”

In 1948, Pin Oak made a long-term commitment to raise funds to construct and later support, Texas Children’s Hospital, which opened in Houston in 1953. During the next three decades, James Abercrombie, Leopold Meyer, the Junior League of Houston and a group of dedicated Houstonians established Pin Oak as one of the preeminent horse shows in the nation.

Texas Children’s Hospital The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show has attracted as many as 60,000 visitors, and has contributed over $5 million to children’s charities.

The show was a fixture on the social calendar throughout the Fifties and Sixties.

Fashion and horses under the floodlights Texas Children’s Hospital – Main Campus 1972 turned out to be an intoxicating mix. In the 1970s, the show relocated from its home at Pin Oak Stables in Bellaire to the indoor “Abercrombie Arena” now

Casey McBride Photography Xuxa’s Heir driven by Lonnie Quarles owned by Edmund Perwien

known as “Reliant Arena.” Although this move changed the character of the show somewhat, crowds continued to fill the seats until the mid-1980s when the show was moved to the larger, horse- and riderfriendly Great Southwest Equestrian Center in Katy. The relocation to the current venue allowed for expansion and growth as show jumping matured into a major international spectator sport.

The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show tradition continues with a recent commitment from Pin Oak of $400,000 to continue Photo by Debi Beauregard support for Texas Texas Children’s Hospital – West Campus 2012 Children’s Hospital West Campus on I-10 and Barker Cypress in Katy. This is the first Texas Children’s Hospital outside of the Medical Center near downtown. The West Campus facility is one of the largest suburban pediatric hospitals in the country. In 2012, The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show proudly donated over $125,000 to support the Child Life Center in the hospital.

Pin Oak is much more than a horse show; it is a unique special event!

Today, thousands of Pin Oak volunteers and exhibitors continue riding to fulfill the hopes and dreams of seriously ill children and their family members. The pageantry and grandeur of The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show is legendary in the equestrian community. Master riders

Photo by PWL Studio McDonalds Houston Regional Partners Pin Oak Grand Prix jump

from around the world travel to compete in the two-week show which features Olympic qualifying competitions; Grand Prix show jumping events and a variety of exciting equestrian events.

More than 13 different breeds of horses and over 1,500 animals will compete at this year’s show, including American Saddlebreds, Hackney Ponies, Roasters, Welsh Ponies, Andalusians, Lusitanos, and hunters and jumpers.

Several significant and prestigious competitions take place throughout the two-week show. On the Saturday evening of the first week of competition, Pin Oak Charity Horse Show hosts a $30,000 Grand Prix and Championship Night for the American Saddlebreds along with an exciting Andalusian exhibition. Drawing world-class riders, The Grand Prix is a sanctioned U.S. Equestrian Team event and an Olympic–qualifying competition, which attracts riders from Mexico, Canada, South America and Europe. “Combined with exciting and Volume 66 Texas Farm&Ranch

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Shawn McMillen Photography Franco Valobra and Beatrice Bornibus of Valobra Jewelry & Antiques with Lynn Walsh, President of Pin Oak Charity Horse Show and Rick Terry, present the trophies for the $25,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby presented by Valobra Jewelry & Antiques

unique equestrian entertainment, this is the perfect event for children of all ages,” commented Lynn Walsh, president of the Pin Oak Charity Horse Show board of directors “its family entertainment at its best.”

Week two of the show features the $25,000 United States Hunter Jumper Association International Hunter Derby presented by Valobra Jewelry and Antiques on Friday and another $30,000 Grand Prix and ringside gala on Saturday evening. This national derby series was developed to bring the lost art of tradition and horsemanship found in the hunt field back to the show ring. Pin Oak is proud to be a platform for one of these special national events. The evening’s events include a ringside Photo by PWL Studio dinner and Pin Oak’s own “Hatter Derby” for which the winner is chosen by Franco Valobra of Valobra Jewelry and Antiques and Robert Gilroy of Moët Hennessy. The winner receives a magnum of Moët & Chandon Champagne from Robert Gilroy of Moët Hennessy and a pair of earrings from Valobra Jewelry and Antiques.

“There is something unique about having a four-star dinner with fine wine while a 1400-pound horse flies over a huge jump just barely two feet away,” said a Pin Oak Sponsor.

Community Outreach Pin Oak’s commitment to its charities does not stop with financial support. Pin Oak is dedicated to the Houston community at large through programs such as our Young Pin Oak Club’s “ArtReach” days at Texas Children’s Hospital providing activity bags for young patients at the hospitals. In addition, Pin Oak volunteers decorate hospital areas for various holidays, donate books for the West Campus library, gifts for the patient birthday closet, and donate tickets to the event to all of our charities.

A generous Pin Oak sponsor, Two Forks Catering, serves lunch along with Pin Oak volunteers to Houston’s Ronald McDonald House families. During the show each year, we feature two “Honored Heroes” and their families by hosting them for a ringside Shawn McMillen Photography dinner and featuring

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Photo by Linda Graham Working Equitation - The new global discipline performed by Tiago Ernesto, riding Oceano Do Retiro, owned by Haras Dos Cavaleiros

them in a carriage that circles the show ring at the beginning of the show.

These Honored Heroes have experienced serious health challenges.

Education is another piece of the Pin Oak tradition. Pin Oak Charity Horse Show hosts “Education Days” for approximately 600 second grade students with support from Houston Area Regional McDonald’s and Superior Energy Services. Education Days provide an opportunity for young children to get a behind-the- scenes view of the horse show and learn about everything from how a horse gets shoes to how his digestive system works, how horses travel to the show and where they live while at the show.

How you can help!

“For anyone interested in horses and “Stepping Up and Stepping Out for Children’s Charities,” there is a place for you at Pin Oak,” Walsh added.

“We are a volunteer organization, with many jobs that range from fundraising and party planning to choreographing exhibitions and flower arranging. We always welcome individuals, companies and groups who are willing to help and have fun in the process.”

Here are a few ways to get involved: Donate: become a corporate or personal sponsor and enjoy the many gratifying and fun sponsor events.

Volunteer: many exciting and fulfilling opportunities to be involved and make a difference.

Join the Pin Oak Club or the Young Pin Oak Club: no horse required, just enthusiasm and a zest for adventure and fun.

Buy Tickets: $10 donation for each Saturday night performance.

Shawn McMillen Photography Katy ISD Students enjoying their happy meals after a day of touring the show.

For more information and schedules of events, please visit www.pinoak.org or call 713 621-6290.

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Achieving a Vision of Landownership Introduction from Buying Rural Land in Texas By Charles Gilliland From farmers expanding their operations

the ground reflects the dream depends on

market appeal and a higher market value.

to hunters securing habitat for wildlife to

the owner’s ability to guide activities on the

Some owners simply desire to maintain the

environmental enthusiasts restoring native

land to achieve his or her design. Success

current landscape and hand it on to future

fauna on historic ranches, buyers of Texas

in achieving such a vision requires taking

generations. Others remake the landscape,

rural land set out to transform a vision into

numerous steps to develop an enhanced

carving roads, building dams, clearing

a reality. How well the reality achieved on

landscape that will likely have greater

unwanted fauna, and so forth, to enhance the land’s appeal. Still others attempt to roll back conditions to an earlier time, replacing improved varieties of grass with native vegetation. An endless list of potential visions fires each individual’s decision making in the context of the markets for rural Texas land.

Just as buyers’ motivations and visions vary, from pure income production and capital gain to creating a particular kind of space, many obstacles threaten to derail the dreams of potential landowners. Matching the dream to the perfect site involves voyaging through a process that may have many twists and turns. Each decision in that process can alter or thwart plans. A sea of unforeseen complications can sometimes cause the

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cherished vision to evaporate entirely or to render a result that is a poor reflection of

measuring the costs they incur because they need to account for the opportunities they have forgone in order to invest the time and money needed to acquire and responsibly manage land. To assess the impact of these opportunity costs, potential buyers should begin the land acquisition process with a clear conception or vision of their goals for owning land. Whether the objectives include recreational enjoyment or raising crops and livestock or anticipated wealth expansion from appreciation or some other treasured objectives, buyers should compare

Photo by Gary Maler the buyer’s goals. At each decision point in

an unsuspecting buyer.

the value of those anticipated benefits with the value of activities missed because of the time and effort required to make the

the process a buyer faces the possibility of

Finding, buying, and managing land

envisioned land use a reality. For example,

making a mistake that will impair plans for

involves not only taking on the monetary

owning a recreational retreat may occupy a

the land. Buying land is an activity fraught

substantial block of leisure time, causing the

with risk.

landowner to forgo playing golf or traveling

Acquiring land involves a round robin of

extensively.

When

investment

returns

alternately exciting and stressful activities.

drive land purchases, landowners must

The search for a perfect property follows

divert funds from competing investments.

the pattern similar to a successful hunting

Buying land means that owners can invest

excursion or memorable shopping spree.

fewer dollars in, for instance, “safe haven�

Wandering rural byways leads to discoveries of

hidden

scenic

treasures

or

perfect

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government bonds; the guaranteed return of those bonds would be sacrificed, and

platforms for agricultural production. Still,

costs but also taking time away from other

that loss would be an opportunity cost of

the substantial investment required to buy

activities. Potential landowners thus face

buying and owning land. At the outset,

land means mistakes impose high costs on

complicated challenges when it comes to

potential buyers should explicitly consider

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all of the available alternatives for achieving their goals and compare anticipated results

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from those alternatives to the benefits of landownership.

To anticipate and avoid possible pitfalls, potential buyers of land should arm themselves with knowledge of the phases involved in the endeavor. Information and professional guidance can help to ensure that buyers take on an appropriate or reasonable level of risk when they acquire acreage. This volume outlines the land buying process, points out potential problems, and suggests an array of resources that buyers can use to reduce the degree of risk they face in the process.

Land purchases involve four broad phases: • Identifying desired land characteristics and property rights • Locating a suitable property • Estimating the value of the property

revenue and expense projections under

The increasingly focused search narrows

different scenarios can provide a numerical

choices to specific regions and areas within

guide to potential threats. Recreational

a region. The search frequently involves a

user assessments rely more on subjective

team of professionals advising the buyer in

judgments of the impact of potential future

the quest for a specific property.

conditions on the value of their experiences

Following a successful purchase, new

as rural landowners. This volume also

owners must adopt strategies to accomplish

seeks

avoid

their plans for the land. Various programs

follow. To win the lottery, you must buy a

unpleasant surprises by outlining some of

and resources can help new owners focus

ticket. However, the risks associated with

the major factors that can negatively impact

their management activities for greatest effect,

landownership vary from one property to

landownership experiences.

and careful planning can help to reduce

• Completing the transaction Without taking risks, rewards seldom

another. Properly executing each phase of

to

help

potential

buyers

After completing the initial phase of

the acquisition process allows buyers to

purchasing

explore the anticipated risks and rewards

property characteristics and property rights),

of landownership in a systematic way and

buyers can turn their attention to finding a

thus identify potential stumbling blocks.

property that meets their needs, both in the

For cropland and timberland investors,

immediate time horizon and in the future.

land

(identifying

desired

ownership costs. This volume concludes with information on particular activities that will enhance the overall ownership experience.

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Excerpt from Buying Rural Land in Texas by Charles E. Gilliland, a clinical professor of finance, research economist, and Helen and O.N. Mitchell Fellow at the Real Estate Center in the Mays School of Business at Texas A&M University.

For more information, please visit Texas A&M University Press at www.tamupress.com.

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“ . . . an excellent guide for buyers considering purchasing rural property in Texas and for current landowners as well. It is a great resource for anyone interested in learning about the Texas rural real estate markets.”—Larry Doyle, CEO, Farm Credit Bank of Texas

Buying RuRaL LanD in TExas Charles E. gilliland In this practical guide, Gilliland takes readers step-by-step through the land-buying process, providing checklists, maps, professional tips, and information about how to tap additional sources of information and advice.

144 pp. 11 color photos. 4 maps. 12 figs. Bib. index. $25.00 Flexbound

CHaRLEs E. giLLiLanD is clinical professor of finance, research economist, and Helen and O. N. Mitchell Fellow at the Real Estate Center in the Mays School of Business at Texas A&M University. Specializing in property taxation, appraisal, and rural land markets, he also writes regularly for the Real Estate Center’s popular outreach magazine, Tierra Grande.

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Water, Water, Water!

– Rare Opportunity inutes to Bandera, the “Cowboy Capital of the World,”

but great usable land that is very horse friendly. This place

and only 45 minutes to San Antonio airport or San

is as good as it gets. A fabulous three-bedroom, three-bath,

Antonio’s fine amenities and medical center, this ranch

rock ranch home has Saltillo tile, granite kitchen, must-see

is amazing! Add the crystal-clear, sought-after Medina

porch views, extensive landscaping, outdoor kitchen and a

River with giant cypress trees, rock ledges, deep holes and

two-bedroom, two-bath guesthouse. An equipment barn, six-

fabulous rapids. Next, add both sides of your own crystal-

stall horse barn, attached corral (36’ by 54’), RV hookups,

clear, cypress-lined running creek with some of the finest

hard-surface roads to all structures, rock ranch roads and

trees in the county. Then, add another seasonal creek that

concrete creek crossings complete the package. Wow, this is

is a must see. Gently rolling terrain has two large, improved

all the best, and you must come see it for yourself! This place

pastures, tremendous views and, not just a big rock pile,

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215±-Acre Live Water Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

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Recent drastic price reduction! Wow and awesome describe this oneof-a-kind live water ranch near Boerne and literally 30 minutes to San Antonio. Enjoy both sides of three creeks with crystal-clear rock bottoms, deep holes, rapids, waterfalls and more to develop! Then, add two ranch houses, two barns, good roads, nice fields, hilltops, gorgeous trees, paved access and lots of native and exotic wildlife! This is great usable land with fabulous views of the Texas Hill Country! $3,995,000. Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

“Live Water” – Private – Quiet!

192± Acres

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Only 30 minutes to San Antonio, this ranch includes both sides of a creek and features valleys, views, hilltops and paved access. Call Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

Horseman’s Estate – Great Location!

20± Acres

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Just north of Hondo, this ranch includes a ranch home, pool, awesome barn with quarters, good land and is ready to go! $895,000.

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$2 Million Price Reduction Burn Bargain – “Live Water Ranch” 2,863± Acres

Northwest Texas v Nolan County v San Angelo

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This game-fenced, recreational rare find has a fabulous lodge, guesthouse, horse barn, pool, game cleaning area, five lakes, deer breeder pens and facility. There are also giant whitetail!

Hunter’s Dream Place!

575± Acres

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This game-fenced property features an awesome four-bedroom, four-bath lodge, guesthouse, fishing lake and fabulous patio area. This is truly for the ready-to-go, quality-minded buyer. Call Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

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1,117±-Acre Rare Developer’s Dream Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

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“Live Water” in Boerne!

This property is minutes to Boerne and all of San Antonio’s fine amenities and conveniences. Enjoy lots of paved highway frontage, literally

215± Acres

hundreds of homesites with big trees and views of the sought-after Texas Hill Country. This fabulous user-friendly ranch is perfect for ranching or

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a close recreational getaway for the avid outdoorsman. There is lots of Wow! Enjoy both sides of three creeks, seven miles to Boerne and paved wildlife, great hunting, electricity, water well, hunter’s cabin and a nice access. This is great usable land with nice fields, hilltops, great trees and stock tank. Owner will divide into 663 and 454 acres.

views of the Hill Country! Nice ranch home, guesthouse, entertaining patio with outdoor cook area, hay barn, equipment barn and wildlife galore make this a must see! Call Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

Three Creeks Ranch

34± Acres on the Frio River

157± Acres

Texas Hill Country Kendall County v Boerne

Central Texas v Uvalde County Between Garner Park & Concan

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This is some of the best cypress-lined Frio River land I’ve seen! There are 2,800± feet of crystal-clear rock bottoms, limestone ledges, deep holes and many waterfalls. This is one-of-a-kind live water ranch is a historic, sought-after Frio River campground with 60 RV spaces, 20 cabins, many campsites, two bathhouses, three wells, a retail store, main residence.

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Four miles to Boerne and minutes to San Antonio, this ranch has paved access on both sides of three crystal-clear, spring-fed, rock-bottom creeks with limestone bluffs, cascading waterfalls, deep holes and many lake or dam sites to create your own tax deductible water features! Seller says sell! Price reduction Call Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

Awesome Private Commuter Estate 20± Acres

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Enjoy paved access within sight of San Marcos city lights and minutes to Austin or San Antonio. Backing to a 3,400±-acre ranch and

Bandera Live Water on Medina River

overlooking a 40±-acre lake, the ranch has a 5,600±-square-foot, fourbedroom, 4.5-bath, one-level ranch home. Enjoy horses, cows, hunting

400± Acres

and shooting! Call Jeff Soele 210 705-4013. $1,495,000.

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Just 30 minutes to San Antonio, this property has 2± miles of Medina River with limestone bluffs, deep holes, rapids and waterfalls. Then, add three dams, fishing lakes, a river pavilion, a four-bedroom, four-bath

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main ranch house, guesthouse, bunkhouse, two cabins, game room, caretaker’s house, barns, equipment barn, swimming pool, pool house, fire pit, paved roads, 600± pecan trees and great usable land and river for horses, cattle or wildlife! $4,995,000. Jeff Soele, 210-705-4013.

Rare and Unique Recreational Outdoorsman’s Paradise!

94± Acres

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Just minutes to Bandera and only 45 minutes to San Antonio, this property has an awesome 10±-acre, creek-fed lake in your own backyard.

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Wow, find another one of these! Then, add paved access, a four-bedroom, three-bath rock ranch home sitting on your private lake, nice deck, rock patio, equipment carport, barn, workshop, rustic cabin, floating dock and lots of wildlife! Enjoy fishing, boating, ducks and hunting. You will not find a better one, and this rare opportunity will not last! $1,495,000. Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

Medina River – One of a Kind!

Rare Opportunity – Live Water!

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Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Boerne

21± Acres

413± Acres

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Minutes to Boerne, San Antonio and shops at La Cantera, this ranch includes both sides of a creek and features a nice lake, cabin, barns and more! Call Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

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Wow, this property includes both sides of a river, nice ranch home, barn with quarters, cabana, big trees and paved access! $895,000.

Call Lance Soele 210 542-6065.

Beautiful Texas Hill Country Views 47± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Blanco

Blanco Texas, Rare Find!

190± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Blanco

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This property features paved access and a rare, award-winning home.

Amenities include a cabin, pool, tennis court, pecan orchard, barn, workshop and more to come see!

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This 47±-acre ranch is just minutes to Blanco and only 45 minutes from San Antonio or Austin! There is a great homesite with views of the Texas Hill Country and usable land. Enjoy giant oak trees, paved access, water well, electricity, several pastures and a stock tank. $449,000. Call Lance Soele, 210 542-6065.

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All or Part– Devil’s River/Lake Amistad

Live Water – San Antonio, 30 Minutes!

6,600± Acres

110± Acres

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This one-of-a-kind rare find has 20± miles of water, paved access, paved ranch roads, ranch home, guest cabin, bunkhouse and wildlife galore!

This place is wild and woolly—Texas style!

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Enjoy both sides of a creek, two dams, end-of-the-road privacy, a cabin

Great Location “Live Water” 224± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v San Antonio

and paved access! Call Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

“Best Live Water” Game-Fenced Deal!

871± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Uvalde & Bandera Counties

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Minutes to San Antonio, but private and quiet, this ranch has many amenities, including both sides of a creek, two fishing lakes, cabin, barns and paved access. This won’t last! Call Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

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Minutes to Bandera and one hour to San Antonio, this ranch includes both sides of three creeks, two dams, two wells and electricity. It’s ready to go! Call Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

Great Deal – Live Water – Price Reduction!

840± Acres

7 Creeks in Fredericksburg – Will Divide!

909± Acres

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Texas Hill Country v Kimble County v Junction

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This property offers giant trees, lots of variety and end-of-the-road privacy, as well as both sides of a creek! It is truly a quiet and private game paradise just 15 minutes to Junction airport.

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Minutes to all modern conveniences, this ranch has paved access, endof-the-road privacy, awesome lake, creeks and springs and is totally game fenced. This is a rare opportunity!

166±-Acre Rare and Unique Live Water Opportunity

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Enjoy both sides of Big Joshua Creek! This ranch has an awesome ranch home, guest cabin, caretaker’s quarters, pool, barn and stables. This private, quiet ranch is 45 minutes to San Antonio!

Live Water, Game-Fenced Corporate Retreat

543± Acres

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Just minutes to historic Bandera and only 30 minutes to San Antonio, this property has both sides of a crystal-clear, rock-bottom creek, two recreational fishing lakes, fabulous pool and recreational area with outdoor cooking area, picnic tables, porches and awesome patios. Then, add a skeet range, ropes course, tennis court, basketball court and the following improvements: office, main lodge with commercial kitchen and dining area, Mason Creek lodge, pool house and game room, conference room, Veranda building, Lantana building, fitness/gym building, Bluebonnet cabin, Pecan cabin, Whitetail cabin, Live Oak cabin, Rosebud cabin, Lonestar cabin, workshop, equipment barn, a single-family residence, many storage buildings and five water wells. Wildlife, both native and exotics such as axis, blackbuck and Pierre Davis deer. Wow, this one has many uses! It seats up to 150 people for meetings, with 52± sleeping rooms/suites that can sleep 104± people. Great for corporate retreats, conference center, special event venue for reunions, weddings, etc., summer camp or even a hunting preserve. $6,740,000. Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

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Rare Find - Private Peninsula!

73± Acres

South Texas v Aransas County v Rockport

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Enjoy this one-of-a-kind Texas coast private peninsula! There are approximately two±-miles of coastline and end-of-the-road privacy through an electric gate.

This private getaway has two four-bedroom, four-bath homes plus an awesome lodge with a commercial kitchen, bar area, fireplace, game room, lounge area, office and a one-bedroom suite. Outside, you’ll find fabulous porches, a pool, an outdoor patio and cooking area. Then add your own 540-foot lighted pier and a fish cleaning area. All this is situated on manicured, first-class grounds! The property offers all kinds of recreation including some of Texas’ best fishing, duck hunting, bird watching and sunsets, airport 10 minutes, making this a perfect private estate or corporate getaway retreat. An additional 4± acres may be added, having another lodge, lighted pier, boat dock and ramp, eight-door boat storage and seven lots, all with utilities and lots of waterfront!

Quiet and Private, Game-Fenced Rare Find with Water, Water, Water!

2,572± Acres

South Texas v Maverick County v La Pryor

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These 2,572± acres lie just minutes west of La Pryor and only two hours southwest of San Antonio. This is a rare find with no oil field traffic or production.

Game-managed since 1995, the property has a giant native deer herd that has only been hunted by the family, never leased! The property has a great road system and paved access and paved driveway to your eight-bedroom, two-bath entertaining lodge with large open family/living area, large kitchen, fireplace, awesome porches, outdoor patio with fire pit and cooking area overlooking your oak trees and manicured grounds! Then, add an approximately 40x60 enclosed barn with a nice apartment, four overhead doors, game cleaning area, equipment car port and shooting range. This property has tons of water, including two large fishing lakes, 2± miles of major, well-known South Texas Creek that

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holds lots of water, a small creek with lake sites, two small tanks, one Carrizo well and four other water wells. The property is a “Wild and Wooly” wildlife habitat that is home to Boone & Crockett whitetail genetics and lots of turkey. Then add eight executive deer blinds with feeders, separate food plots and water close by. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a ranch of this magnitude. Owner has no minerals to convey. A great value at $2,650 per acre ($6,815,800). Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

Hill Country Live Water - Game-Fenced Estate!

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81 Acres

Central Texas v Comal County v New Braunfels

This property enjoys both sides of a crystal-clear, spring-fed, rock-bottom creek, a private dammed fishing lake, paved gated entry and mountaintop views. There is an awesome, four-bedroom, five-bath custom home with a three-car garage, pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, workshop, guesthouse, equipment barn, RV barn with carport, exotic and native wildlife and lies minutes to historic New Braunfels and close to San Antonio or Austin! This is a private, rare and unique opportunity for the quality-minded buyer. Jeff Soele, 210 705-4013.

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Giant pine trees surround this beautiful, fourbedroom, 5.5-bath home with wraparound porch.

This one-of-a-kind, 1,159-acre ranch has been meticulously sculpted and fenced for efficient land usage. Many of the pastures have been planted in improved grasses. The ranch boasts 26 ponds, two well-built cattle working facilities, three barns and three water wells. Lake Creek flows through the southern portion of the ranch.

Valley Mills Ranch Central Texas v Bosque County v Waco

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This 485-acre ranch has a beautiful lodge on the banks of a 70±-acre lake, which sets this property apart from its competition.

The 6,000±-square-foot lodge contains five bedrooms, three baths and a large deck overlooking the lake. In addition to the large lake, there are two additional ponds and a creek. The ranch has been very well managed and maintained and is ready for a new owner.

Bell County River Ranch

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Central Texas v Bell County v Belton

This ranch consists of 481 acres with over three miles of Lampasas River frontage. The river borders the property on three sides, providing a very private and secure setting.

The property is highly improved and has been meticulously maintained over the years. The ranch is currently a working cattle ranch with the addition of hay production. Some water rights are available for irrigation, if desired.

The beautifully decorated main lodge has 6,000± square feet.

Camp Verde Ranch Texas Hill Country Kerr County v Camp Verde

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These 1,097 stunning acres near historic Camp Verde are truly special. This ranch offers both breathtaking views and beautiful spring-fed lakes. In addition, a live creek passes through, allowing year-round access to live water. Upon entering this very private property, one drives through a wonderful valley along the banks of a large lake. The ranch is highly improved with a main lodge, guesthouse and manager’s home. Built to showcase the amazing water

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features, the spectacular large stone lodge is complete with large living and entertaining areas, as well as large porches and wonderful landscaping. The high-fenced ranch offers excellent native and exotic wildlife and shares borders with several large, highly maintained properties.

Schumacher Crossing Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Hunt

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These 25 acres offer both sides of the beautiful Guadalupe

River.

Improvements

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of two two-bedroom, two-bath lodges with expansive family rooms for entertaining plus a charming guest cottage and small barn. An amazing stretch of river includes the Falls at Schumacher Crossing. This is truly a piece of Hunt, Texas history!

Medina River Ranch Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Medina

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This 1,169Âą-acre ranch has two sides lined by water! The main home, originally built in the 1940s, has timeless appeal and updated amenities that combine into an extraordinary estate. The compound includes the 9,200-square-foot main home, cabin, horse barn, game room and more. This ranch paradise has not been hunted in many years and has large herds of whitetail, axis and blackbuck.

Clear Springs Ranch Texas Hill Country v Medina Co. v Bandera

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This highly improved 1,127-acre game ranch is truly a one-of-a-kind property. The entrance offers a beautiful drive through majestic trees along the banks of Verde Creek. A nice dam on the creek backs up water that is about 12 feet deep and perfect for swimming and fishing. The main ranch compound is set along the banks and bluffs of the creek. This is a great place for entertaining. The wildlife has a vast range of animals from native to super exotics and they have been managed to optimum levels.

Blanco 368 Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Wimberley

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These 368 beautiful acres are a true Hill Country paradise. Just minutes from historic downtown

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With deeded access to Canyon Lake, numerous hilltop building sites, lush tillable fields and several water features, this 1,653-acre ranch is a must see. Mature oaks cover the property and an effort has been in place to remove most of the cedar. This unique property with its historic background and excellent location gives this

Krause Ranch Texas Hill Country v Comal County v Spring Branch

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The ranch features 270 acres of stunning oaks and improved pastures. Spring Creek passes

property all the characteristics needed to become a showplace.

Spring Creek Horse Ranch Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

through the property separating improved pastures from native Hill Country wildlife areas. There are two horse barns, a riding arena, two guesthouses, an equipment barn and the 6,500-square-foot main residence has a new pool and landscaping. This property has it all: location, water and wonderful improvements.

Hamilton Ranch Central Texas v Hamilton Co. v Hamilton

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The property consists of 2,135± acres with a 450-acre high-fenced pasture, which has been highly managed for whitetail deer. The Leon River passes through the property, offering over one mile of river frontage. There are numerous large lakes on the property complete with a newly constructed 30-acre lake. The 3,500-square-foot main lodge offers breathtaking views of the river bottom and surrounding hills.

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This 54-acre ranch has all of the necessities of a horse ranch and includes many luxuries that you can’t find in today’s market. There is a custom horse barn and a 4,200-square-foot main house and guesthouse, two tanks and much more.

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Running Bay Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

Riverfront Estate Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Hunt

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This gorgeous home overlooks the Guadalupe River and Flat Rock Creek on 127 acres. There are five bedrooms, 5.5 baths, a pool area on the bluff with enclosed party area, full bath and outdoor kitchen. Other improvements include a 32-stall rock horse barn and arena. There are 69 acre feet of water rights, a 700-foot new well that pumps 55 gpm and much more.

Windmill Hill Ranch Texas Hill Country v Hays Co. v Wimberley

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This exquisite 250-acre estate is just minutes out of Wimberley. The 3,400-square-foot main home is exceptionally well-built and made for entertaining; however, you will be drawn to the large covered porches that offer 20-mile views of the Devils Backbone and the surrounding Hill Country. The wet-weather creek flows to a beautiful pond that helps sustain a variety of wildlife: native and some free-ranging exotics.

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The ranch features 2,700Âą feet of Bear Creek with several dams that create crystal-clear lakes. The 2,700-square-foot main house overlooks a lake with great landscaping. The water is the main highlight of this ranch, but the next greatest improvement is the two-story limestone rock house built in the late 1800s.

This would make an incredible restoration project. This 234-acre ranch has it all!

Ranch on Bear Creek Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

Headwaters Ranch Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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This 54-acre ranch has all the amenities you dream about: two-bedroom, two-bath, native rock

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Sycamore Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country Kimble County v Junction

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These 357 gorgeous acres have 4,000Âą feet of spring-fed Sycamore Creek with three dams that offer fun fishing and swimming.

The ranch has fantastic views and most of the cedar has been cleared. The custom Hill Country stone home and pool overlook the creek below. There is a nice 40x50 metal barn and three nice cabins. This is a highly desirable turn-key package.

Rock River Ranch

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Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Camp Wood

Two miles of crystal-clear Nueces River border this ranch. There are several good fields, water rights, good roads and fencing, great views and loads of game. This ranch has it all on 2,000 acres!

Stillwell Ranch West Texas v Brewster County v Marathon

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Own a piece of West Texas history. The 7,399Âąacre Stillwell Ranch between Marathon and Big Bend National Park is now offered for the first time in over 100 years. Only $275 per acre.

La Vernia Luxury Property South Texas v Wilson County v La Vernia

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This luxurious 5,000-square-foot home sits on 40 acres and is less than 30 minutes to downtown San Antonio. This is a superb location with a brand-new, builder-owned home. No expense has been spared. Enjoy a gorgeous lagoon-style pool and outdoor entertainment areas.

K3 Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kerr Co. v Kerrville

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This fabulous, 1,138-acre turn-key hunting and breeding ranch has a gorgeous lodge and main home, foreman’s home, guide’s quarters and more. There is a genetically improved whitetail herd and exceptional exotics.

Deer Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country v Burnet Co. v Burnet

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Beautiful spring-fed Deer Creek runs through the property for .5 mile. A nice dam on the creek backs up into a nice swimming/

Squaw Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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fishing hole. Enjoy large ranch neighbors, Squaw Creek runs through this 927-acre ranch for almost a mile. This is a very strong creek comfortable improvements, big deer and a great location on 1,648 acres!

with waterfalls, chest-high pools and crystal-clear springs. There is one point on the ranch that overlooks the majority of the property. This one is ready for you to create your own dreams!

Kerr County Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kerr Co. v Kerrville

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This 2,408-acre ranch is ready to go as a cattle and hunting ranch with a nice main home, guesthouse,

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runway and excellent pastureland covered in native grass and hardwoods.

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Aransas River Ranch South Texas v Bee County v Beeville

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This 3,229-acre ranch has several miles of Aransas River and several miles of Spring Creek

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Outstanding improvements include several homes, pool, skeet-shooting facility and big horse barn. The owner has operated the ranch as a working cattle and nature photography ranch. This is a rare find in Bee County.

Lake Amistad Hunting Ranch

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West Texas v Val Verde County v Del Rio

This superb, year-round hunting and fishing ranch has over two miles of Lake Amistad frontage, large neighbors, two homes, four wells and an excellent whitetail deer management program in place. All on 4,046 acres.

Bandera County: 369 Acres Texas Hill Country Bandera County v Utopia

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This ranch is highlighted by three separate spring-fed

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This highly improved 224-acre horse ranch has two homes, a large horse barn, 300x150 arena and more. It sits in a great location just minutes out of Boerne.

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LPW4 Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

Comanche Creek Ranch

Enchanted Rock Estate

Texas Hill Country v San Saba County v Llano/San Saba

Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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Without a doubt, this is the best ranch in Texas and the finest, most breathtaking, highly improved, 575-acre ranch on the Texas market. This is one of the best hunting ranches in Texas

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This is a rare opportunity! An entire Tuscan

with world-class whitetail and axis deer and has absolutely the most exquisite improvements village lies just down the road from Enchanted on any Texas ranch—better than a five-star resort! This is one of the finest custom lodges in Rock. With 20 buildings totaling 50,000 Texas, one of the best guesthouses ever experienced, an amazing owner’s home and even a square feet, this 40-acre property has endless two-lane bowling alley. Additional acreage may be possible.

possibilities. Call today for a private tour!

J & M Ranch Texas Hill Country v Uvalde County v Leakey

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This is the ultimate recreational property. Enjoy excellent hunting of exotics and native game just minutes from Garner State Park. The 545-acre ranch has a custom rock home, foreman’s home and lots of amenities to entertain family and friends.

Smith River Ranch Central Texas Lampasas County v Lampasas

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This 291-acre ranch features 1.5 miles of flowing Lampasas River, a gorgeous home overlooking green pastures, high-fenced perimeter, great interior road system and is perfect for supporting cattle, horses and large herds of whitetail.

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Oak Knoll Ranch 2,727 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Hunt

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This is one of the better “divide” country ranches to come to market in quite some time.

Exquisitely sculpted, partially manicured, this place could not be any prettier or more suitable wildlife habitat. Completely high fenced with Highway 39 frontage, a vast network of interior paved roads, blinds, feeders and a solid watering system, this fine ranch is loaded with monster whitetail and axis deer and ready to use; just site your home and come on! $2,150/acre = $5,863,050.

Property ID#: 72176

Pedernales Springs Ranch

1,126 Acres

Texas Hill Country Blanco County v Johnson City

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There are few finer stretches of the prized Pedernales River than the 1.25 miles forming the southern boundary of this exquisite water ranch. Several deep, azure holes are solid rock bottom and loaded with catfish, with riffles and falls sandwiched in between.

All the river frontage is easily accessible, and there are areas of gorgeous pecan and cypress trees beside the shimmering water. 75% of the ranch is good soil, and large springs issue forth from the hillsides, creating unusual upland

pecan

bottoms.

$9,000/acre

$10,134,000. Property ID#: 71614 Edna To Eden

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One of the premier ranches in the Texas Hill Country, Redstone Ranch is a well-maintained showplace with over one mile of Pedernales River frontage and several good springs feeding permanent creeks. Featuring LBJ’s old party house, the magnificent residential compound encompasses 14,000 square feet of living area and is constructed of unique red granite quarried on the ranch. The ranch

Redstone Ranch

2,721 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Blanco/Gillespie Counties v Stonewall

is dotted with clean hayfields amongst cedarfree oak savannahs and possesses water rights to lift 250 acre-feet annually from the river.

Best of the best! $6,950/acre = $18,910,950.

Property ID#: 41812

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Simply put, this is the best live water value on the public market in the Texas Hill Country.

Almost one mile of both sides of Bandera Creek, which flowed through the “Great Drought”, features falls, shoals and shallow, fern-lined pools suitable for floating. Twin Springs is a highly exotic spring complex hidden away in classic Balcones Canyonlands, shaded by awesome giant hardwoods and flanked by rock ledges. Soaring ridges provide views to South Texas, over wide, deep soil valleys. Highway frontage, too! $2,375/acre = $5,529,000.

Property ID#: 42112

Bandera Creek Ranch 2,328 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Medina Co. v Tarpley

Edna To Eden

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This splendid canyonlands ranch on U.S. 87 just south of Fredericksburg boasted strong springs flowing on 10/11/11, coupled with dramatic ridges and long-range vistas, topped with major league lake site(s) and the very best location. Exquisite, rock bottom creeks flow over small waterfalls into fern-lined pools, in fantastic exotic settings of giant grottos, lush riparian hardwoods and artifact-laden bottoms.

This is some of the prettiest, most pristine, permanent water in the state! $6,250/acre = $5,493,750. Property ID#: 72168

Owl Creek Ranch 879 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Comfort

Enchanting Springs Ranch 490 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Gillespie/Llano Counties v Fredericksburg

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Located in the center of the awesome Enchanted Rock/Oxford area, this nicely situated ranch

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offers sterling views of “The Rock” and surrounding area granite mountains/outcrops. A large seasonal creek holds water in wet years, and a nearby pecan bottom is testament to the abundant shallow water. An extra-nice, small cabin affords comfortable digs for a family-plus, and the land features oak-lined draws and interesting rock outcrops, with a high percent of good clay loam soils. $5,500/acre = $2,695,000. Property ID#: 41709

Owl Springs Ranch

468 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Comfort

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This fresh, new offering comprises the northern portion of Owl Creek Ranch, featuring some of the most pristine, constant-flowing live water in Texas. Rock bottom creeks cascade down narrow canyons through incredible falls, pools and riffles, in riparian settings that are simply mindboggling. Well positioned on U.S. Highway 87, this tract also features vista points that will take one’s breath away. $6,500/acre = $3,042,000.

North Creek Ranch 422 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Comfort

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New! This is the southern portion of Owl Creek Ranch, featuring the headwaters of strong-flowing

Edna To Eden

North Creek, and the classic Balcones Canyonlands typical of the area. This tract has a solid lake site and several hilltop building sites with monster

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vistas to the south and east. Well positioned on

405 W. Live Oak Fredericksburg, TX 78624

U.S. Highway 87, there are no better area values

830 997-8616 • 210 422-4676

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Blue Hole Farm 99 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Tivydale

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This fine, small potential showplace features one of the finest swimming/fishing holes ever seen, in a gorgeous private setting, with potential homesites overlooking the water. A large, rambling old home offers restoration possibilities, and the land is mostly clean, fertile bottomland, about 50% of which is covered with scattered oaks, pecans, walnuts and elm. $14,646/acre = $1,449,954. Property ID#: 72169

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One of the best, smaller live water opportunities around fronts on a little traveled, paved country road between Pipe Creek and Bandera. Mostly flat, clean bottomland, this cool little rancho offers a couple of tree-shrouded, elevated homesites overlooking owned fields and creek, with ample cover for wildlife in a fantastic Hill Country setting. Clean improvements add function and value. $7,100/acre = $1,143,100.

Property ID#: 72170

Privilege Creek Ranch 161 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Bandera

Water Valley Ranch 280 Acres

Texas Hill Country Kerr County v Comfort

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Source springs issue forth above this ranch that have never stopped flowing, according to old area landowners. This is the headwaters of well-known North Creek, just west of U.S. 87, in primo spot between Comfort and Fredericksburg, offering some of the best potential monster lake sites we’ve seen. Flowing down through stunning canyonlands, the scenery, fields, location and water are solid and the price is lowest in the area. $4,750/acre = $1,330,000. Property ID#: 43235

River Canyon Ranch 332 Acres

Central Texas v McCulloch County v Lohn

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This is one of the finest hunt/ranch combos around for way less than $1,000,000! This ranch has half a mile of frontage on the deep Colorado River, with some gorgeous river frontage lined with pecan/oak/elm overlooking some of the sweetest holes in the area, full of large catfish (area record 80 pounds). A 10-acre lake was newly created, and the hunting is rated as good to excellent for deer, turkey and dove. $2,350/acre = $780,200. Property ID#: 72174

Wittington Creek Farm

212 Acres

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Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Stonewall

New listing with prized Stonewall sandy soils, on quiet paved country road in middle of area of LBJ Parks and ranches. 40% is either clean grass fields or cultivated ground, all suitable for orchards, grapes, horses, etc. 60% is scattered, large oaks, elms with small patches of brush. A rock bottom creek flows much of the time, and a clean ranch house and usable outbuildings complete the package. $6,950/ acre = $1,473,400. Property ID#: 41106

Blanco River Farmstead 39 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Blanco Co. v Blanco Edna To Eden

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This shiny little rancho features a quarter mile of both sides of the Blanco River, with a unique, deep, clear river swimming hole/lap pool beside grassy banks and towering oaks. A nice,

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landscaped ranch compound with a three-bedroom home overlooks the river bottom and is

405 W. Live Oak Fredericksburg, TX 78624

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Paloma Ranch 17,340± Acres

South Texas v Maverick Co. v Eagle Pass

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The Paloma Ranch is in the heart of the best native deer hunting country Texas has to offer. This impressive historic property has been owned by the same family since the late 1940s and is set up perfect for cattle and hunting. There are few ranches left this size with free-range hunting and this amount of surface water. This is a truly a special offering with 31 lakes and two major creeks: Elm Creek and Picosa Creek. The ranch attracts and holds abundant wildlife, including trophy whitetail deer, blue and bobwhite quail and turkey. In the winter, the lakes are covered with ducks, and in the spring, the bass fishing is exceptional. Robert Dullnig, 210 213-9700.

Mustang Ranch

7,607± Acres

South Texas v Zavala Co. v Crystal City

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Once part of the legendary Chaparrosa Ranch, this impressive free-range hunting and cattle ranch is available for the first time in 50+ years! Very well maintained, it displays Turkey Creek, Mesteño Lake, Carrizo irrigation wells and 15 tanks. Diverse native brush, pristine improvements plus a conveyed percentage of minerals make this a rare opportunity. Robert Dullnig, 210 213-9700.

Patrucia Ranch 9,908± Acres

South Texas v Kinney County v Spofford

Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 6606 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78209

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A unique, large pristine property has highly desirable native brush, support for high-quality trophy whitetail deer plus turkey, feral hogs, javelina, blue and bobwhite quail, dove plus seasonal waterfowl. Lindsey Creek and Elm Creek combine with multiple lakes. Minerals convey. Robert Dullnig, 210 213-9700 and Al Philip, 210 415-8602.

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Frontage on the Leona River supports numbers of whitetail deer, turkey, quail, dove and hogs. This is truly a haven for wildlife with a superb variety of native brush, paved highway frontage and low fencing—a hunter’s dream.

The property lies 70± miles southwest of San Antonio, just west of the Frio/Zavala County line. Robert Dullnig, 210 213-9700.

Rio Leona Ranch 1,547± Acres

South Texas v Zavala County v Batesville

Kelly Ranch 1,213± Acres

South Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

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Enjoy this rare offering of irrigated farmland, brush, Edwards water rights, nice improvements and good hunting! Features include a home, guesthouse, foreman’s home, equipment shed, cold storage, grain bin, working pens, round pen and valley pivot. Enjoy abundant whitetail deer, blackbuck, turkey, quail, dove and hogs. Robert Dullnig, 210 213-9700. Property ID#: 72566

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The Lazy K was established by George A. Kennedy in 1905 and has been in the family ever since. Well located, it displays both South Texas brush and Hill Country views.

Infrastructure includes electricity, an Edwards water well, storage tanks, troughs plus ideal sites for a ranch home or barn. Enjoy whitetail deer, turkey, javelina, quail and dove. Robert Dullnig, 210 213-9700.

Lazy K Ranch 1,042 Acres

South Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

Muela Creek Ranch 1,185± Acres

South Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

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The Muela Creek Ranch is a rare find, offering a beautiful blend of South Texas Brush with Hill Country views and trees. Low-fence South Texas hunting is out of the Eagle Ford drill zone. Oak-lined Muela Creek, a handsome home and conveyance of minerals add to its uniqueness. Robert Dullnig, 210 213-9700.

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This is one of the oldest and most historic large ranches in Texas, a legendary property in the majestic Big Bend area. Three creeks flow through the ranch plus there are mountain springs and four wells. The land is divided into several pastures and traps for cattle operations, plus is a haven for trophy desert mule deer, elk, javelina, blue quail, dove,

Historic East Forker-Gage Ranch

mountain lions and others. Robert Dullnig and Al Philip, 210 415-8602.

18,881± Acres

West Texas v Brewster County v Marathon

Hamilton Creek Ranch 1,840± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Burnet County v Burnet

Historic Robinson Ranch 3,601± Acres

Texas Hill Country Blanco County v Round Mountain

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A spectacular water property features two major flowing creeks plus two large lakes. A beautifully appointed main residence captures views of one lake and Hamilton Creek. The headquarters includes a lodge, guesthouse, nine-stall horse barn, arena, storage barns, pens plus fenced and cross-fenced pastures. Game-fenced, the ranch has whitetail deer, wild turkey, dove, exotics plus bass. Robert Dullnig and Al Philip, 210 415-8602.

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Established in 1885, the land features two rock homes, one the old homestead built in the 1880s by the Robinson Family. A highlight are the incredible 2.5± miles of year-round Cypress Creek plus springs and six water wells. Yearround water attracts abundant whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, dove, many bird species and other small animals. The ranch is near Horseshoe Bay and Marble Falls. Robert Dullnig, 210 2139700. Property ID#: 72548

Brumley Ranch 860± Acres

Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 6606 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78209

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This exciting turn-key ranch offers live water, a managed trophy whitetail deer herd and a fine home atop Cedar Mountain for stunning views that extend almost forever. Few ranches of this caliber are on the market today. Features include a spring-fed creek, lake for bass fishing, four water wells, guest home, barn, deer pens, high-fenced perimeter, excellent roads and minerals. Robert Dullnig, 210 213-9700.

Black Creek Ranch 2,310± Acres

South Texas v Frio County v Pearsall

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This is the first offering ever! Abundant water is present with nine tanks, five water wells and seasonal Black Creek, which traverses the ranch. Only 1± hour from San Antonio, its possibilities are endless with the perfect mixture of brush to improved pasture, perfect for farming, cattle or hunting. Robert Dullnig and Randy Cadwallader, 210 860-0093.

Property ID#: 72573

Loma Alta Ranch 900± Acres

South Texas Dimmit & Zavala Counties Carrizo Springs

Ney Ranch 884± Acres

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Central Texas v Medina County v D’Hanis

In the same family for 100+ years, this ranch has large trees among diverse brush and an impressive 90±-acre lake fed by the West Squirrel Creek. Wildlife includes protein-fed whitetail deer, turkey and hogs. Includes a small cabin, shed, low fencing and game fencing on two sides. It is mostly pastureland with some areas previously cultivated with oats and Klein grass. Robert Dullnig, 210 213-9700.

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In the heart of South Texas prime hunting, this ranch has it all, with gently rolling terrain and brush diversity for superb hunting. 100± acres are under pivot irrigation for year-round food plots plus there is a Carrizo well, 2 to 3-acre lake, two pivots and five tanks. Wildlife includes a managed deer herd, bobwhite and blue quail, mourning dove, duck, sandhill cranes and bass. Robert Dullnig, 210 213-9700.

Bee Rock Mountain Ranch 576± Acres

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An inspired blufftop ranch home provides sweeping views across four counties! This impressive acreage, 15 miles northeast of Fredericksburg, has improvements for livestock, horses, hunting or recreation. Natural springs plus Coal Creek enhance habitat for whitetail deer, turkey and freeranging exotics, including aoudad. John Tarrillion 210 380-1229. Property ID#: 72626

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One hour from San Antonio is some of the finest live water with 1± mile of spring-fed Hondo Creek plus lakes for swimming, canoeing and fishing. Meadows ascend to plateaus of 2,000± feet offering panoramic views. A managed deer herd boasts trophy

Ranch on Hondo Creek

whitetail plus there are free-ranging axis and

500± Acres

sika. Robert Dullnig and Randy Cadwallader,

Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Tarpley

210 860-0093. Property ID#: 72618

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An attractive, comfortable home is shaded by grand trees and overlooks the beautiful West Prong of the Frio River, a year-round recreational getaway for fishing, kayaking, water activities and hunting. Featuring a barn, one water well and wildlife of whitetail

Frio River Escape

deer, turkey, axis deer, dove, hogs, turkey and the occasional free-ranging aoudad. Robert

207± Acres

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Ring Rock Ranch 156± Acres

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This beautiful live water property has 2/3± mile of Dry Frio River frontage with deep blue holes despite today’s dry conditions.

Nice improvements include a home, barn, guest quarters and two water wells. Serene, scenic views add to the uniqueness of this tranquil riverfront property. Robert Dullnig, 210 213-9700. Property ID#: 72568

Concan Getaway 9.12± Acres

Central Texas v Uvalde County v Concan

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This is a great recreational, live water riverfront property with income producing potential. The beautiful Frio River is edged by large, ancient cypress, pecan and oak trees providing a peaceful, lush setting. Owned by the same family since 1959, it features a one-story home ready for renovation, garage and water well. Robert Dullnig 210 213-9700.

Boerne City Estate 30± Acres

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This is an architecturally fascinating, historic home with privacy, charm and beauty not often found. Its fertile acreage is rare to the Hill Country and separated from the Boerne City Park by Cibolo Creek. Though bounded on two sides by Boerne, this private wildlife haven qualifies for wildlife-exempt taxes. Key details include historical 1930s period tile, artistic wrought iron, square-cut limestone exterior and original hardwood flooring. Larry Lester, 830 816-7002.

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This ag-exempt land is level to gently rolling and is a paradise for horses and livestock, with 40± acres of coastal Bermuda, two wells and scattered native trees. Improvements include a good treed homesite on a knoll plus a 100x60 barn. This property lies three miles from Fair Oaks Ranch, near private Geneva School and within Boerne ISD. Larry Lester, 830 816-7002.

Cascade Caverns Road 46± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

Attractive Location 80± Acres

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Enjoy a pleasing combination of 40± acres of good fields, with the remainder open land scattered with abundant native trees. Predominately level and unrestricted, it offers an exceptional site for new estate construction. The southern boundary is picturesque seasonal Balcones Creek, which is wet most of the time. Choice Boerne ISD schools. Larry Lester, 830 816-7002.

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Picosa Ranch 543± Acres

South Texas v Wilson County v Floresville

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The Picosa Ranch, former home of Texas Governor John B. and Nellie Connally, is brimming with history, charm and elegance. The ranch has outstanding infrastructure for hunting, entertaining and events, with an array of improvements that includes a commanding main ranch house, four-

Rick Kuper, Broker 6606 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78209

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bedroom guesthouse, hunting lodge with six private suites, two luxury pools, party barn, tennis court, skeet range, shooting pavilion and wobble trap, horse barn, rodeo arena, fish camp and private lighted air strip. This incredible South Texas adventure boasts exotics, cattle and native wildlife, including whitetail deer that roam the highly improved and captivating land located 30± minutes from metropolitan San Antonio. Rick Kuper, 210 240-8282 or Lauren Haass 210 294-2728.

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The Concho Ranch is a stunning 257-acre oasis, ideally suited for utilization as a luxury recreational ranch until future development. It is 20 miles from downtown Dallas in the highly desirable area near the southeastern part of Lake Ray Hubbard. The 8,700-square-foot main residence is a modern stone reproduction of the historical 1880s Fort Concho in San Angelo, Texas. It is nestled among several cypress-lined ponds, stocked with bass, and

Concho Ranch

sits in a quiet, private location on the ranch.

257 Acres

$5,000,000. Property ID#: 43184

Texas Metroplex v Kaufman County v Forney

Redbud Ranch 848 Acres

Northeast Texas v Lamar County v Paris

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Redbud Ranch is a turn-key, highly improved, 848-acre spread of wildlife-rich timber and fertile pasture. It is truly a gorgeous place. With nearly 1.5 miles of frontage along Pine Creek, the ranch affords some of the finest whitetail hunting in Northeast Texas. Pine Creek is renowned for holding

K-700 Ranch 700 Acres

monster whitetails. It provides excellent fishing and quick access to the Red River (about .75 miles). East Texas v Kaufman County v Kaufman

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Redbud has well over 200 high-fenced acres with numerous exotics. The ranch comes loaded with A sportsman’s dream retreat only 40 miles everything you would need to keep the place in tip-top shape. $2,995,000. Property ID#: 43181

from Dallas! This highly improved ranch has a 10-acre bass lake stocked with seven ponds,

Clear Fork Ranch 383 Acres

Texas Metroplex v Parker County v Springtown

and moss-covered oaks in the bottom land area of Walnut Creek, which runs through the heart of the property. A good graveled road system allows access to the entire ranch. Very diverse terrain, topography and habitat hold a lot of deer and other game. $2,450,000. Property ID#: 43183

This high-fenced ranch has genetically superior whitetails and exotics, an 8-acre bass lake, 8-acre duck

Jeff Boswell, Charles Davidson Mark Matthews, Bryan Pickens

marsh and boasts a top-end, 3,000-square-foot, four-bedroom lodge built in 2008 and a 1,200-square-

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foot guesthouse. This is a special opportunity to own a great place about 35 miles from Ft. Worth.

The ranch has been in the same family for over 35 years. $2,495,000. Property ID#: 43182

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Flying G Ranch 3,015 Acres

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The Flying G Ranch is on over 3.5 miles of the Nueces River just east of Carrizo Springs. The ranch is offered with 1,500 net mineral acres in an active region. The ranch includes multiple housing and improvements, including a huge, fully furnished hacienda—one of the finest showplaces in all of South Texas. Multiple Carrizo wells and pivots as well as miles of underground piping make this an excellent hunting ranch for deer, quail, turkey and doves. $20,000,000. Property ID#: 42853

Double T Ranch 607 Acres

Central Texas v Medina County v D’Hanis

SE Schumann Ranch 215 Acres

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The Double T Ranch in Medina County is in the much sought-after transition country just north of D’Hanis. It is a ready-to-go deer hunting ranch with a high-fenced perimeter, improved deer herd, intensive deer infrastructure and management in place, strategic brush work, fantastic

Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Albert

improvements and wonderful views. $2,943,950. Property ID#: 43014

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This Gillespie County ranch has been in the Schumann family since the 1880s. It is outside historic Albert, Texas between Stonewall and Blanco and has everything this classic area of the Hill Country has to offer and more! From the 26±-acre lake to the finely crafted custom home, SE Schumann Ranch offers endless possibilities for both recreation and relaxation. $2,495,000.

Property ID#: 42871

High Lonesome Ranch Jeff Boswell, Charles Davidson Mark Matthews, Bryan Pickens Dallas, Hondo, Houston, San Antonio

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West Texas v Terrell County v Dryden

This Texas Trans Pecos ranch, southeast of Dryden, is a fantastic ranch with numerous canyons and valleys, distributed water, desert mule deer, whitetail deer, varmints, Indian mounds and incredible mountain views. $1,760,000. Property ID#: 42678

JTS Ranch

256 Acres

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The JTS Ranch is in one of the most desirable parts of the Hill Country, western Kendall County, between Comfort and Fredericksburg. The highfenced ranch is set up as a rural estate/retreat with entertaining and year-round use in mind. This ranch and its top-notch improvements provide extensive athletic and sporting opportunities whether one wants to hunt, fish, swim, hike, boat, play tennis, basketball or volleyball or participate in many other pursuits. It makes a great personal or corporate retreat. $6,900,000.

Property ID#: 43173

Blue Mountain Ranch 2,542 Acres

Oklahoma v Latimer County v Hartshorne

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This is an excellent ranch in southeast Oklahoma in the heart of the most scenic hills southeast of McAlester. It is loaded with whitetail deer and turkeys, and also has good pastures around the creek bottom areas in the middle part of the ranch. Improvements include a 2004 home with

Ledges Ranch at Wolfe Lake 350 Acres

3,500 square feet, a foreman's home and several barns and corrals. The topography is stunning, Central Texas v Comanche County With the 30-acre Wolfe Lake as its focal point, which also offers good terrain for a future large lake basin. $4,950,000. Property ID#: 43269

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this unique and unspoiled property spans 350

Lake Amistad Ranch 873 Acres

West Texas v Val Verde County v Del Rio

acres offering beautiful vistas, rolling terrain, mature hardwoods, rock ledges and pecan orchards, creating a haven for wildlife and a rare chance to create your personal ranch and recreational lifestyle. Just 15 miles north of Comanche, along Copperas Creek above the Narrows, Ledges Ranch at Wolfe Lake offers unlimited opportunities and a good source of income. Call for price. Property ID#: 43185

The Lake Amistad Ranch sits along the shores of one of the premier bass fishing lakes in North

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America. With 4Âą miles of lakefront shoreline, great topography and views, along with robust wildlife

Dallas, Hondo, Houston, San Antonio

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populations and a nice home, this ranch is truly a sportsman’s paradise! The canyons, ridges and

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Exquisite Napa-Inspired Country Estate 20 minutes to DFW International Airport This spectacular estate is located only twenty minutes from the DFW International Airport. Behind two sets of security gates on 50 prime, completely fenced, sandy loam acres in the heart of Argyle, this rare find is surrounded by mature oaks and emerald pastures. With high ceilings, very warm and inviting design with Venetian plaster walls and heavy dark wood accents throughout. The sellers have travelled the world and incorporated many special and rare finds, including antiques, art and many unique architectural items into this fabulous home. Very creatively, professionally and tastefully done under the expert guidance of top designer, Mr. Kelly O’Neal. Each room has a unique feel and treasure to discover. If you like Napa, Santa Barbara, Santa Fe, France, Italy and Texas design, you will love and appreciate this home! The estate is comprised of a rustic, magnificent main home and attached guest apartment and studio, a three-bedroom guesthouse, manager’s home, two horse barns, Kiser riding arena and 20+ acres of coastal pastures. The finely constructed and engineered main home

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was built on a slab with 120+ piers. The slab was laid in 2006 and the home was moved into and completed in 2009. The architect is John Hall of Dallas and the builder was Kindred-Pecchi. The roof is an exquisite Samaca slate, the exterior facade is a marvelous brown Ozark dry stack stone.

There are four bedroom suites in the main house with five full baths and three half-baths. There are 12,205 square feet of luxurious air-conditioned living space and 15,722± square feet under roof, which includes an oversize four-car garage, covered balconies and a large screened-in living area. The stunning, sparkling pool, in a truly idyllic setting, is saltwater with water features, spa, infinity edge, recirculating separate stream, views of stocked lake, green pastures, surrounded and shaded by mature trees and lavish landscaping. Enjoy this spectacular setting for relaxing and grand entertaining. There is a climate-controlled wine cellar/dining room, which holds 4,000+ bottles, separate wine refrigerator, dining table for 10, dishwasher, dumbwaiter and an additional closet/panic room. Upstairs is the ultimate man cave with game room, antique coin-op machines, poker (seating up to 32), bar, theater, cigar closet, model trains and so much more! The property has many surprises at every turn, from a fabulous trolley car used for dining and play, a professional zip line, a pretend jungle zoo and a tree house for kids and adults. Please call the listing agent, Vanessa Andrews at 817 901-4030 for an appointment to view. Offered lavishly furnished, including antiques, or unfurnished. Price upon request. v

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The Corrigan Ranch is extremely well located in the Big Ranch country of central northwest Texas, 100 miles west of Dallas. This prime, scenic, former Horton show cattle ranch, has been in the Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Management Program for the last four years. Whitetail deer and other numerous wildlife are plentiful. Excellent homesite vistas and sandy soil for horses make this an ideal location for a private ranch or development. The topography ranges from gently rolling hills to high bluffs with grassy meadows along creeks, and ample water features exist on the ranch with 3.5 miles of frontage along the north side of I-20, across the Interstate from the Greystone Castle Sporting Club, a museum and two great restaurants. Possum Kingdom Lake is located only 30 miles from the ranch, providing

The Corrigan Ranch

opportunities for boating, fishing and sailing. The

Texas Metroplex v Palo Pinto & Erath Counties

According to the Texas Historical Association,

ranch is currently leased to Floyd and Boyd Bull

4,000± Acres

Co., which pastures rodeo bulls on the ranch. the Corrigan Ranch is one of the most significant

historical sites in Texas. There are two small homes, one leased to the local Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Warden. Contact agent Vanessa Andrews, 817 901-4030 for more information and take a virtual tour on the agent’s website: UltimateRanches.com. $10,750,000. Property ID# 39805

The Oak Crest Ranch Hoffman International Properties Vanessa Andrews

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This prime 400+-acre horse and cattle ranch near Stephenville is perfect for a family/corporate retreat or fine horse breeding/training center. This fully furnished, 12,000-square-foot, Spanishstyle home has 18-inch concrete walls, huge rooms, high ceilings, great finish out and a basement.

The home also includes high-security features, including infrared sensors and recordable security

cameras available online from anywhere in the world. There are cultured grasses for grazing and Serving the North Texas Metroplex hay production, a cross-fenced area for cattle and horses, no overhead electrical or telephone wires Dallas • Fort Worth • Southlake Colleyville • Argyle • Pilot Point & beyond anywhere, water troughs automatically fed by well water, numerous trees to provide shade for

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livestock, manager and hand houses, a fine utility garage that can be converted into a guesthouse, spring-fed lakes stocked with fish and a horse barn. View a virtual tour on the agent’s website and more on OakCrestRanch.com. Additional land is available. The sellers have relocated and reduced the price from $10,000,000. Now: $6,900,000. Virtual Tour. Property ID# 71688

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Central Texas Austin County v Cat Spring

Century Oaks

These 71± acres of rolling sandy soil are interspersed with wooded areas and

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Central Texas v Colorado County v Frelsburg

meadows. The entire infrastructure is in place At the heart of this 46±-acre farm is a cedar and stone home complemented by stone porches, a with a gated entrance, equipment barn, horse fire pit, mature trees and a vegetable garden set into a spacious lawn. Beyond the board-fenced barn with quarters, well, septic tanks, fenced pastures, gravel roads and underground electric. A clay pad waiting for a house completes this opportunity to add the last piece of construction and finalize the farm. $1,225,000. Property ID#: 41102

yard, the farm is complete with an equipment barn, animal barn, chicken yard, stocked pond, loafing shed and picturesque windmill. $875,000. Property ID#: 41907 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. This beautiful tract is perfect for the horse lover and has a prominent riding facility nearby. $8,950 per acre. Property may divide. Property ID#: 12589

Grand Oaks Meadow Central Texas Washington County v Burton

Wishing Star Central Texas Washington County v Chappell Hill

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The approach from the road gives but a hint of

Quiet Meadow Cabin

the beautiful view from this immaculate, fourbedroom, 3.5-bath house on the highest point of these 30± acres. This pristine property also

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features lush rolling land and a wet-weather This peaceful 175-acre tract features an exceptional diversity with rolling hills, open pastures and creek meandering through a ribbon of mature wooded areas. Enjoy the simple life while staying in the camp house overlooking a large scenic trees. $995,000. Additional acreage is available.

Property ID#: 41433

pond. While offering a quiet retreat, this tract also has potential to become an impressive ranch. $9,500 per acre. Smaller acreage is available. Property ID#: 13515

Creek Bend Ranch

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Central Texas Colorado County v Columbus

This 93±-acre property boasts numerous amenities, including easy commuter access to I-10, a nice building site on top of a hill, rustic barn, working pens, electricity, well, recent fencing, long road frontage on both a paved farm-to-market road and a paved county road, grazing pasture, pond, creek, birds and wildlife. $927,350. Property ID#: 42435

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Located 30 miles south of Steamboat Springs, the 809-acre Step Rock Ranch sits at the base of the

Step Rock Ranch

Flattops Wilderness, adjoining Routt National

Colorado v Routt County v Steamboat Springs

Forest. Elk and deer hunting on the ranch is excellent and the high mountain pastures, and adjacent BLM leases are ideal for livestock grazing. The ranch consists of irrigated meadows, a mile of Trout Creek, comfortable improvements

and year-round access in a beautiful alpine setting. $4,395,000. Contact Christy Belton at 970 734-7885. Property ID#: 42720

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Colorado’s preeminent luxury shared ranch encompasses more than 1,700 acres with two miles of outstanding fishing on the beautiful Elk River and 10 acres of stream-fed trout ponds. The ranch’s spectacular landscape hosts an unrivaled range of amenities and services, including a magnificent timberframed lodge and six well-appointed cabins nestled in the cottonwood trees along the

Marabou Ranch Colorado v Routt County v Steamboat Springs

Elk River. Only 18 of the 62 homesteads are available. Homesteads start at $1,300,000.

Contact Christy Belton at 970 734-7885.

Property ID#: 41987

Indian Shadow Ranch Colorado v La Plata County v Durango

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One of the largest privately owned ranches near Durango, this exquisite 1,769-acre wildlife and recreation ranch has one and two-thirds miles of the La Plata River running through the property. The ranch is immensely private and contains several first-class improvements including a newly remodeled, 6,780-square-foot, four-bedroom main home with an attached three-car garage, manager’s home near the river, large horse barn with apartment and two large top quality shops, one of which contains a comfortable apartment.

The ranch has several ponds and hay meadows as well as high quality pasture. $22,000,000.

Contact Carl Luppens at 303 394-1400 or Ron Morris at 970 535-0881.

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Sited along the legendary Snake River and adjacent to the Grand Teton with views over the entire valley, the 1,848-acre legacy ranch has its own resident elk herd and fishing access along the Snake River. This naturally preserved setting is surrounded by the grandeur of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks and yet is five miles to

Walton Ranch Wyoming v Teton County v Jackson

downtown Jackson and 15 minutes to worldclass ski resorts and private air service. Walton Ranch offers a rare opportunity to own wideopen spaces in one of the most sought-after

locations in the world. $100,000,000. Contact Ron Morris at 970 535-0881 or Billy Long at 970 927-3850. Property ID#: 72333

Freedom’s Edge Ranch Wyoming v Platte County v Glendo

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Between Douglas and Wheatland, seven miles south of the charming community of Glendo,

Granite Peaks Ranch

the 100- acre Freedom’s Edge Ranch offers quiet,

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rural living with upscale, rustic improvements in a convenient and easily accessible year-round

Granite Peaks Ranch is an exquisite, one-of a-kind, 565-acre fly-fishing and equestrian estate

location along the I-25 corridor. The ranch

and the last privately owned ranch before the vast Weminuche Wilderness. With three

has an exquisite, 4,478-square-foot, custom,

miles of the Pine River, the property offers exceptional fly-fishing a few steps from the main two-story, hand-scribed, hand-hewn log home residence and cabins. There are several architectural masterpieces including a 5,500-square- with magnificent views, abundant wildlife foot main home, private riverside guesthouse and three historic cabins. Beautifully scaled and populations and endless summer and winter landscaped to fit naturally into the surrounding environment, it is encircled by majestic granite recreational opportunities. $850,000. Contact peaks and provides direct access via hiking trail into the 500,000-acre Weminuche Wilderness. Matt Johnston at 307 655-2273 or Ron Morris $24,000,000. Contact Ron Morris at 970 535-0881. Property ID#: 42368

at 970 535-0881. Property ID#: 43024

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The picturesque ranch is set in the historical San Luis Valley along the Sangre De Cristo Range, 156 miles southwest of Denver. Permitted for 1,100 animal units, the ranch consists of 1,615 deeded acres and 640 state leased acres north of Villa Grove with a 3,740-square-foot custom log home, manager’s house, bunkhouse, barns and corrals and over 26 CFS of water rights dating back in priority to 1880. Two summer

Slash LD Ranch Colorado v Seguache County v Villa Grove

permits (one right out the ranch’s gate for 350 pair and a second permit in the Saguache Park Forest Area, a highly desired summer grazing area that allows 750 pair) total over 140,000 acres. $4,400,000. Contact Ron Morris at 970 535-0881. Property ID#: 41683 Volume 66 Texas Farm&Ranch

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The 9,100-acre Sycamore Creek Ranch is within 15 minutes of downtown Del Rio, a beautiful area where the movies Lonesome Dove and Texas were filmed. The ranch has miles of three flowing creeks, lakes, tanks and ponds with 5,563 acres under high game fence stocked with trophy deer and exotics. The property can be subdivided. 50% of minerals convey.

Happy Broussard. Property ID#: 42115

Sycamore Creek Ranch South Central Texas v Val Verde & Kinney Counties v Del Rio

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Consisting of 356 acres between Hamilton and Gatesville, The Old Ranch is an operating cattle ranch and residence with a fully furnished, 2,852-square-foot, ranch-style lodge. Offering a flowing creek and numerous tanks (ponds and small lakes), it is the perfect retreat for hunting, fishing and recreational entertainment, as well as an ideal sportsman’s lodge and residential

The Old Ranch

retreat. All owned minerals convey. $1,500,000.

Central Texas v Coryell County v Hamilton/Gatesville

Happy Broussard. Property ID#: 41444

Rincon Ranch - Big Bend Country

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This 3,870-acre historic cattle ranch near the

West Texas v Brewster County v Marathon

entrance of spectacular Big Bend National Park has much to offer with abundant wildlife, 360-degree scenic views, spectacular sunrises and sunsets, easy access and good water. All owned minerals convey. $1,489,950. Happy Broussard. Property ID#: 42392

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The 276-acre 1241 Ranch offers wide-open views in a convenient, centrally located part of the state near Gatesville. The ranch offers a completely remodeled brick home, cattle pens, barns, stocked ponds, a lake, plenty

1241 Ranch Central Texas v Coryell County v Waco

of water, well-established pastures with coastal Bermuda grass and several excellent building sites. This turn-key recreational property or full-time home is priced right to sell quickly. $999,999. Happy Broussard.

Property ID#: 41443

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Fort Worth Country Estate

Mitchell Ranch

Texas Metroplex v Tarrant County v Fort Worth

Texas Metroplex v Hood County v Cresson

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Built in 1929, this Spanish Colonial Revival residence is a one- These 2,000 rolling acres have first-class improvements, including a of-a-kind treasure on 23 acres on Mary’s Creek. Just minutes from

main house, guesthouse and two ranch manager’s homes. There are

shopping, restaurants and downtown Fort Worth, the house boasts two very nice equipment barns and a large, partially covered pavilion. five bedrooms, 10 baths, nine fireplaces, a greenhouse and an elegant

There is also a 15± acre stocked lake and several small ponds. There

pool. Architectural features include a hand-forged iron staircase, is a great opportunity to own a large contiguous ranch that is no more original stone floors and beautiful wood-6 floors throughout most of

than 30 miles from downtown Fort Worth and one hour to DFW

the living areas. For more information, contact Martha Williams, 817

International Airport. $7,200,000. Allen Crumley, 817 862-4459 or

570-9401 or Allen Crumley, 817 480-9502.

Spencer Perry, 817 862-4480.

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This motivated seller will look at all offers! This turn-key, 51-acre horse facility

Somervell County Ranch Texas Metroplex v Somervell County v Glen Rose

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is only 40 miles from Will Rogers. The property includes a three-bedroom, two-bath house with a pool, guesthouse/cabana, show barn and office, 90x40 equipment barn, 10 large runs with sheds, 120-foot round pen with connected

This one-of-a-kind 115-acre ranch next to Chalk Mountain has

cattle pens, three wells with large storage tank, beautiful mature trees and

stunning views of Somervell and Hood Counties. This ideal weekend or

Bermuda grass pastures. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity! Minerals are

retirement property is close to the Metroplex. Wake up to breathtaking available at additional cost. $875,000. Allen Crumley, 817 862-4459. sunrises through the wall of windows. Enjoy a fully appointed kitchen, wine room, game room (or guest quarters), workshop, boat or RV parking and an oversized four-car garage. This property has not been hunted in years and boasts tons of deer and wildlife. There are great

3707 Camp Bowie Blvd, Ste. 300 • Fort Worth, Texas 76107

sandy soils, coastal Bermuda pastures and a mix of heavy and open

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Enjoy a private retreat just 20 minutes from downtown Fort Worth and 45 minutes from DFW International Airport. Cross over your own

These 460± acres in Ellis County lie less than 30 miles from downtown charming covered bridge to Rancho La Paloma, 64 acres along Aledo’s Dallas and 1.25 hours from downtown Fort Worth. This property has

Mary’s Creek. An oak-lined drive and lush coastal pasture lead to a

a great blend of topography and cover, wonderful southern views wonderful Santa Fe-style getaway. Vigas, latillas, Taos antler chandeliers, overlooking the Trinity River basin, four stock ponds, a mixture of 300-year-old doors and Mexican tile set this 2,000-square-foot retreat hardwood and soft woods, several great hilltop homesites and co-op apart. This property is an ideal location for a high-end equine facility water and electricity on site. 100+ acres of rich farmland are ideal for and has tons of future development possibilities. Enjoy peace, quiet and crops or food plots. This would be a great 1031 Exchange candidate. comfort. This is a very special property available at a very special price. $1,715,500. Allen Crumley, 817 865-4459.

$1,150,000. Allen Crumley, 817 862-4459.

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On 20 acres and surrounded by beautiful, mature trees, this fourbedroom, 3.5-bath custom rock home has antique heart pine wood floors, hand-distressed cabinetry, custom doors, a gourmet kitchen open to a living room with vaulted ceilings, elegant formal dining, study, second living room upstairs, saltwater pool with spa and pebbled

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surface, sandy soils with lush coastal fields, a lighted arena and a heavily Northwest Texas v Young County v Graham These 248 acres have one mile of Brazos River frontage and lie 1.25 treed horse paddock. $680,000. Allen Crumley, 817 862-4459.

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income-producing opportunities! This ranch offers a wide variety

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This Texan rock and wood home on 108 acres features four bedrooms, five full baths, two half-baths, 9,000+ square feet of living space, a 3,000-square-foot guest/pool house and a 1,200-square-foot caretaker’s barn apartment. Soaring ceilings, hand-hewn teak flooring, granite details, custom-designed cabinetry, warm fireplaces and large windows are just a few of the custom amenities.

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The inviting master suite includes a steam room, dual sinks, separate bath

Central Texas v McLennan County v Waco

and exercise room provide ample comfort. Many outdoor amenities such as

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and shower and safe room. A trophy room with bar, utility room, mudroom

detail was overlooked in the 10,000-square-foot residence featuring make the home ideal for year-round entertaining. In fact, the pool has a hot a great room with 24-foot ceilings, master suite with fitness room tub, swim-up bar, cooking patio and waterfall. The guesthouse is complete and private study, gourmet kitchen, cabana and boathouse on the

with bedroom and full bath, theater room, bar, kitchen and living room. There

river with access to downtown Waco and future Baylor stadium. is also a high-fenced game pen around 5 acres, a stock tank, three water wells The guest quarters has a kitchen. Enjoy an outdoor kitchen, pool and cross-fenced pastures. Only 30 minutes to Fort Worth and Will Rogers, and spa and 2,000+ square feet of outdoor living space. $5,300,000. this locale would be perfect for a high-end equine property. $5,700,000.

Allen Crumley, 817 862-4459.

Martha Williams, 817 570-9401 or Allen Crumley, 817 862-4459.

206 Acres Near Formula 1 Track J&B Angus Ranch

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working cattle ranch since the 1970s, this remarkable property is

that the racetrack will bring. There is a large water line in Elroy, and

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of the new Formula One race track in southeast Austin. The property is This is a truly unique opportunity to own a 240-acre working cattle within Austin’s ETJ, east of the 130 toll road, off of Elroy Road. This road ranch minutes from Weatherford and just west of Fort Worth. A is in the process of widening to accommodate the increased commerce

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surrounded by mature live oak trees and features several ponds and power is available to the site. $2,600,000. Jo Ann Royer, 817 570-9432.

30+ acres of cultivated coastal hay fields. The gated property offers a 3,000-square-foot main house, three-bedroom detached guest quarters, large hay barn with holding pens and squeeze chutes, 30x40 insulated workshop with attached, 80-foot, covered implement barn

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and storage space ideal for hay or RV. Equally suitable for the horse

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This highly manicured “showplace” of a cattle ranch is framed on two sides by farm to market roads. The property is about 85% improved pasture and 15% scattered pockets of hardwood timber. The crown jewel of this ranch is the custom-built home that took the owners approximately five years to design and

Rolling Oaks Ranch

513± Acres

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build! The home has approximately 4,500 square feet of living space that includes a huge master suite as well as two other suites (both with private baths). A massive living room with a vaulted exposed-beam ceiling, floor-to-ceiling rock fireplace and full bar is at the heart of this home. Complementing the living area is a beautifully designed kitchen for the gourmet cook complete with an expansive walk-in pantry, large central island and office/workspace. There is also a banquet-size dining room, home office with custom-built cabinetry, craft room, large utility room and a three-car finished garage with a half-bath.

The large covered back porch is closer to an outdoor living room than anything else. Yet another floor-toceiling rock fireplace will draw you in on a cool fall/winter Texas evening; on a hot summer day, you can cool your heels in the custom designed and built saltwater pool with a diving rock, 11-foot deep end, and a huge rock waterfall to help relax to the sound of running water. When you get hungry, just fire up the grill in the covered outdoor kitchen and create a culinary delight. Additional improvements include a custom pipe main entrance, deep water well with a 1,000-gallon tank and pump house, extensive landscaping, barn and working pens, two large lakes and perimeter fencing with cross fences. This is the place you have been looking for. $2,250,000. Property ID#: 72218

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This one-of-a-kind working game ranch has 250 acres of gorgeous rolling hills, woods, and pasture. An 8-foot game fence surrounds the perimeter of this place with an 8-foot cross fence between the whitetail and exotic hunting pastures. In addition to this, there is a completely high-fenced breeding and handling facility. This place also comes with two completely furnished three-bedroom, two-bath doublewide manufactured homes. Other amenities include a tractor, Kubota ATV, trailer, equipment and much more! There are also 300+ head of genetically superior whitetail, axis, fallow and black buck antelope included with the sale. This is your opportunity to own the ranch of your dreams! $1,295,000.

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These 229.04± beautiful acres are less than an hour south of Dallas and just a few miles off of I-45 on the east side of the interstate. There is frontage on two different county roads with water and electricity available. The majority of the land is open pasture for grazing livestock with a good balance in scattered pockets of woods and several ponds to make for good hunting. The topography is high rolling hills that afford some gorgeous views. This ranch is priced to sell! $1,995 per acre, $456,935.

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Showplace: the word that best describes this 383-acre ranch located just outside the little town of Marquez. The custom rock and pipe entrance with automatic security gate off the county road gives you a sneak peek as to what the rest of the place is going to look like. There are several miles of crushed limestone roads throughout this place with 20+ cattle guards so you don’t have to open any gates. The very unique topography has an amazing elevation relief that supports several different hilltop views where you can see for miles. The composition of woods and improved pastures is very handsome and complements this land as the perfect combination cattle/hunting ranch. All of the interior fences are regular height cattle fences, but the entire perimeter is under game-proof high fence with the coyote wire along the bottom to keep the bad guys out. The owner has introduced some superior whitetail genetics and has managed the place for several years. The pastures are divided into grazing pastures and lush hay meadows that have been treated with the utmost care and attention for years; the hard work really shows. The improvements are first class all the way. The 2,950-square-foot main house is a custom-built stone and stucco home with a huge gourmet kitchen, open living area with stone fireplace, large utility room, half bath, and a spacious master suite all on the first floor with stained concrete floors. The second floor has two more bedrooms with a loft area in between. A huge breezeway is also an outdoor entertainment area that connects the main house to the 415-square-foot guesthouse with bedroom, bath and kitchenette. Another house, called the “the north house”, is 2,000± square feet and in excellent shape. The houses are hooked up to Concord Robbins Community water and have DSL for high speed Internet. The shop, located behind the main house, is a 30x50 metal building on a slab with a 15-foot awning and concrete apron that surrounds it. There are several tractor and equipment sheds, as well as hay/storage barns. The working pens for the cattle are top notch with a catch trap system that has had some serious thought put into their construction. For the whitetail, there is a soft release pen and several blinds and feeders for hunting. There are three nice-size ponds, two of them being connected to a 4" water well for maintaining the water level during hot dry summers. Mill Creek Ranch is a genuine showplace where all the hard work has been done. All you need to do is load up friends and family, come up to the country and enjoy the good life! $2,295,000.

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This rolling 90.6-acre ranch has a four-bedroom, four-bath Satterwhite log home with a great “Colorado mountain” feel, but is neatly tucked away in the rolling countryside of Leon County. Once you turn off FM 2539, you follow the asphalt driveway up to the majestic home that is well landscaped and beautifully accented with Austin stone. The 4,481-square-foot home is perfectly situated atop one of the many hills, providing a great view. Once you enter the home, you step into the great room with high vaulted ceilings and an Austin stone fireplace as its centerpiece. The home boasts of custom woodwork throughout, from maple kitchen cabinets to a great mix of spruce and aspen wood trim.

Surrounding the remarkable log home are some of the most beautiful rolling coastal fields in this part of the country. This property has one, if not two, of the highest hills in the county, which offer gorgeous panoramic views of Leon County. The rolling hills work their way down to a beautiful 3.5-acre lake teaming with fish. Other improvements to this wonderful ranch include another spring-fed pond, a 40x80 barn (with loft), working pens, squeeze chute, separate bunkhouse and a 1,200-square-foot metal shop on slab. The shop contains the 600-foot deep well that provides water to the house, along with an emergency generator for backup electricity. This is one of the finest ranches in Leon County on the market and is just waiting for the cattle/horse rancher to come enjoy. $799,500.

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This beautiful, gently rolling property, only 45 miles from Austin, offers a recently completed 3,600-square-foot custom home specifically designed for the finest in county living. Featuring a state-of-the-art barn with horse stalls and pastures planted in improved grass, this property will satisfy the most discerning buyer. The home has a multitude of custom features, including openconcept living/dining/kitchen, custom lighting, millwork, tile work, plumbing fixtures and paint throughout and interior stonework in the kitchen, living and master bedroom. The gourmet kitchen has stainless steel appliances, all-granite countertops, gas range, pot filler, custom cherry cabinets, tiled backsplashes and a bar with wine cooler and sink. Other amenities include 8-foot Knotty alder interior doors, fireplace on patio, gas fireplaces in living, master and second-level exterior patio, “Smart Home� wiring, security cameras, Redwood T&G exterior ceilings, metal roof and an outdoor kitchen with gas grill, burner, refrigerator, wine cooler, sink and ice maker.

The property also features a barn with plans and material for 20 horse stalls and a second-level apartment. The original pool design is also available. $2,200,000. Property ID#: 0801

San Saba River Ranch

846Âą Acres

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This ranch offers over two San Saba River Frontage; several deep pools along the river are historical watering sites. The strong spring flow up river insures consistent water passing this ranch. Over 2,500 beautiful pecan trees, many of which you cannot get your arms around, grow in some of the most picturesque ranch property in the Hill Country. Access is on State Highway 190 as well as an all-weather county road a short drive from San Saba. The ranch has been high fenced and the native wildlife managed since 2006. Enjoy beautiful rolling topography with creek bottoms, high

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oak, post oak, elm and persimmon. A nice manufactured home with both municipal water and

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a domestic well are on the ranch. It is not often a ranch of this quality comes on the market. For

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the outdoor enthusiast, the hunting and fishing on this ranch are the best the area has to offer.

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This ranch is one of the premier ranches on the Texas market today. There are not many ranches of this size, with 5 miles of the Colorado River for sale in this prime area. Located in the piney

Winchester River Ranch 1,941Âą Acres

Central Texas v Fayette County v Winchester

woods area just outside the historic town of Winchester, Texas, this ranch offers tall pine trees and towering oaks and pecan trees for shade. Also featured is a well built three bedroom ranch house, large equipment barn, and horse barn. This is a great property to ranch, farm, hunt, homestead, and enjoy fishing and boating on the Colorado. There is plenty river access where you can enjoy walking along the cool riverbanks! Whitetail deer and other native animals are plentiful. From rolling terrain to productive farmland, this ranch has it all! $9,922,700 or $4,700 per acre. Property ID#: 71482

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Enjoy this awesome location with a wonderful five-bedroom, 4.5-bath custom home. Will also subdivide as 20 acres or 63 acres with home.

There is a barn, working pens and fencing and cross fencing. $765,000.

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Enjoy this ranch with beautiful scenery with each season. Property features include electricity, carport, workshop and native trees. $399,900.

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Eric Williams 5984 N. State Highway 6 • Waco, TX 76712

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Enjoy Brazos River frontage with easy access to a sandy beach! There is beautiful rolling terrain with improved pastures and huge oak trees. $465,000.

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On a hill with rolling terrain and a live creek, this 2009 two-story home has five bedrooms, 4.5 baths and fireplaces inside and outside. $1,700,000.

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This gorgeous, two-story, custom home on 126 acres sits on a hill with great views. Built in 2004, the home has 4,000 square feet, five bedrooms and three baths. Pastures are mostly native with improved hay pasture. This family ranch is move-in ready for the small cattle rancher or horse lover. $895,000.

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This 40-acre ranch, close to Conroe, is just minutes west of I-45. The front portion is improved pasture with scattered hardwoods and a pond. A wooded buffer at the back provides privacy and a wildlife sanctuary. The 3,175-square-foot, recently updated ranch home is designed for comfortable living and gracious entertaining with two living/dining areas (each with kitchen and fireplace). The large master suite has brick wall and the

C Bar T Southeast Texas v Montgomery County v Conroe

home’s third wood-burning fireplace. Each of the other two bedrooms has a full bath. This cross-fenced property has an ag exemption in place and is not in a flood plain. C Bar T would make a great horse or cattle ranch. $1,195,000.

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These 245± beautiful acres in northeast Grimes County feature rolling pastures, five ponds, large barn, perimeter and cross-fencing and a seasonal creek. Wooded portions offer habitat for abundant wildlife: deer, hogs, turkey, small game and native fowl/birds.

Improved coastal/jiggs pastures produce several hundred large rolls of hay annually.

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The property is agriculture exempt. L Bar L Ranch is ideal for a cattle operation or income from hay production. $992,250.

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These 100 wooded acres have three lakes less than two hours from Houston. They adjoin Sam Houston National Forest and offer a gently rolling terrain and no flood plain. The 2,502-square-foot, three-bedroom, three-bath home features a living room with brick woodburning fireplace with fan insert, high ceilings and an upstairs game room with knotty pine floor. The home is dated and needs work, but is still usable. The partially fenced farm also offers a large metal barn and a timber exemption in place. Hunt waterfowl or deer, pull bass out of

Century Farms Southeast Texas v Montgomery County v Richards

your own lake or just enjoy nature. $699,000.

Established 1967

Bishop Road Ranch Southeast Texas v Walker County v Huntsville

Jacobs Properties

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

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The is the perfect package for the weekend rancher: 100 rolling acres with a spring-fed creek, huge “barndominium”, rolling hills, productive pastures and good hunting. Sited on a high point for wide vistas, the quarters offers three bedrooms and three baths in 1,800 square feet. The other half of the building is set up as a shop with two roll-up doors. This is a great location north of Huntsville with easy access to I-45. This is high-quality land with the perfect amount of improvements. $650,000.

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This exceptional 329-acre ranch offers many opportunities as a game ranch, cattle ranch or horse property. The property is entirely high fenced and has numerous lakes and ponds and 150± acres of improved grass. The remainder of the property is in hardwood, cedar and mesquite that provide a diverse cover and vegetation for the abundant wildlife.

As you enter the ranch, the 3-acre compound that houses the “barndominium” has all you want in living quarters. Enjoy the tranquility. $1,498,000.

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These 96 acres have an attractive one-story home with living room with large brick fireplace and vaulted beamed ceiling, three bedrooms, two baths, study and updated kitchen. The land is varied: 28 acres in hay pasture, 38 acres in wooded buffer and the balance in improved horse pastures with scattered trees. The Barnmaster barn is set with three stalls, tack

Mudde Creek Farms Southeast Texas v Montgomery County v Conroe

and feed room, 30x60 equipment shed and a three-bay tractor barn. This ranch is north of Conroe with easy access to I-45. $997,500.

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Farris Farm offers a 2,192-square-foot home enclosed in a 50x100 metal building on 147+ acres north of Huntsville. Built in 2009, the home has three bedrooms, 2.5 baths, living room with stone wood-burning fireplace, island kitchen with breakfast bar, granite countertops, Thermador gas range, Energy Star appliances and energy-efficient construction. The garage/ shop has three roll-up doors and lots of space for equipment. The land is half pasture, half woods with two ponds and a 20-acre hay meadow. Seller will divide. $775,000. Property ID: 72657

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These 57.4 acres on FM 2346 are close to I-45 and Madisonville. The immaculate five-year-old home has 2,500± square feet, a country kitchen, three bedrooms, three baths and two half-baths.

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

stalls. There is a hay barn, pipe and cable fencing, loafing sheds, three ponds and pastures with

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This is only the third time in its 115-year titled history that this ranch has been offered for sale. All seller-owned mineral classified and fee minerals will be included. For additional information and pictures on The Rockpile Ranch, visit www.therockpileranch.com. The

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ranch is offered for $985 per acre for a total of

55,704.49 Acres

$54,868,922.65 cash. Property ID#: 41904

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This ranch lies off Highway 17 between Balmorhea and Ft. Davis with its incredible palisade mountains along Frazier Canyon near its junction with Limpia Creek. The most amazing aspect of the ranch, besides the setting, is the historic headquarters that has been carefully restored

Frazier Ranch

with designer-quality finishes, unique architec-

3,157 Acres

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old but embrace the new. The rock main house, adobe outbuildings and an exquisitely designed

bunkhouse or guesthouse make up the compound, which is surrounded with native landscaping. The ranch has several miles of Frazier Creek and Cave Creek, which provide amazing water during summer and fall. In addition, there are three known full-time springs providing excellent water for wildlife year round and several scattered dirt tanks scattered to supplement water in the high mountains. $6,077,282. Property ID#: 43155

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Off Highway 118, a historic scenic loop below McDonald Observatory in the Davis Mountains of West Texas, this ranch has two major canyons that bisect high-forested rangeland, creating some of the most scenic bluffs, rocky outcrops, canyons, meadows and mountains in the region. This is ponderosa and pinion pine country, huge red oaks, big tooth maples, madrone and lush grasslands. The central geologic features on the ranch are Dry Canyon and Horse Spring Canyon, creating magnificent

Dry Canyon Ranch 2,906 Acres

West Texas v Jeff Davis County v Fort Davis

vistas rivaling any national park in the country. Over seven springs and 10 tanks naturally supply the wildlife and its habitat with ample water. The most amazing aspect of the ranch is the well-designed road network that allows excellent access throughout the ranch, which can be used by vehicles or horseback for scenic tours. These roads were designed by the Sproul family some 100 years ago for working cattle, building earth tanks and accessing the amazing wildlife that this family has nurtured over the years. $3,632,500. Property ID#: 42907

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Crowe’s Castle is set at the end of Sproul Road, a maintained county road near the Historic Prude and Sproul Ranches. Surrounded by native gramma grasses and set atop the foothills of Davis Mountains, the custom four-bedroom, three-bath home’s focal point is a large great room accented

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by cathedral ceilings, a stone fireplace and custom built-in shelving. There is a wet bar and cabinetry. Windows frame unsurpassed views of the surrounding mountains. A wraparound deck affords space for outdoor entertaining and

breathtaking views. This home was originally listed for over $1 million in 2006 and is a bargain based on its location, square footage and quality of construction. $575,000. Property ID#: 43237

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A working cattle ranch, Ryan Ranch has been well managed by the same family for over seven and a half decades. The facilities, waters, pens, tanks, barns and residences are in great working condition with a headquarters complex located centrally with beautiful large trees and excellent view in all directions. The remains of the movie set for the film Giant is right next to the headquarters and one can only imagine Elizabeth Taylor, James Dean,

Ryan Ranch

Rock Hudson and others being there in this great setting. $27,032,000 or $775 per acre.

34,880 Acres

Contract pending. Property ID#: 72515

West Texas v Presidio County v Marfa

Gallagher Headquarters Ranch 1,509 Acres

Central Texas v Bexar & Medina Counties

Cottonwood Springs Ranch 1,533.67 Acres

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The terrain of Cottonwood Springs Ranch is made of rolling hills, lush valleys, massive rock formations and picturesque mountains.

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Encompassing 1,509 acres of the verdant Central Texas countryside and built in 1833 for General Santa Ana, this ranch features a main home with 19 bedrooms, 17.5 baths and 22 working fireplaces.

There are two worker houses, bungalow, a casita and a foreman’s house. Featuring 1.5 miles of San Geronimo Creek, the ranch also has a 15-stall horse barn, large quonset hut barn and outbuildings for equipment, tools and supplies. Home to Rio Grande turkey, whitetail deer and world-class fishing, this sportsman’s paradise features four hunting blinds and feeders. $21,000,000. Property ID#: 41899

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Views to the north and east are protected by conservation easements. The majestic peaks of the Davis Mountains make for a captivating backdrop for Cottonwood Springs: Sawtooth, Haystack, Star, Blue Mountain and Mt. Locke can all be seen, as well as Mt. Livermore, which towers at 8,378 feet. $1,985/acre at $3,044,335. Property ID#: 41905

Mirador Ranch

304 Acres

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Texas Hill Country, one hour from San Antonio and just under two hours from Austin. Mirador

P.O. Box 109 • 600 State Street Fort Davis, TX 79734

Ranch can best be described as a jewel nestled in a pristine, unspoiled, natural environment

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These 602 high-fenced acres are south of Brady on Highway 87. Improvements include a 6,400-square-foot shop like none you have seen, which is designed to store equipment and be party headquarters, a three-bedroom, two-bath modular home, feeders and blinds.

Your custom home will fit nicely on the 15acre mesa with 10- to 20-mile views. 100+ acres of fallow field land are ideal for food plots. Virtual tour on website. Ask for Dennis. $2,150,000.

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These 800 acres on Highway 83, just north or Garvens Store, are high fenced and loaded with exotic game like oryx, sika, red deer, elk and more. A lodge, cabin, feeders and blinds all convey. Enjoy gently rolling country with lots of cover. Can be split into 498 and 302 acres. Ask for Dennis. $2,099,900.

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Solo Guajillo Ranch consists of 376 acres with half a mile of Colorado River, a four-bedroom, three-bath home, three hunters cabins, 50x70 barn plus a shop. There is also a 10-acre lake, two smaller tanks, excellent hunting and fishing, deep soils and many Indian campgrounds. Ask for Mike. $1,995,000.

Town & Country

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

Dennis Kusenberger 116 E. Austin • Fredericksburg, TX 78624

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A 775-square-foot guesthouse is used as bed and breakfast, and a workshop has central HVAC. Virtual tour available. Ask for Dennis. $739,000.

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Currie Ranch Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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At the center of the Currie Ranch, just east of Fredericksburg, is a custom, non-typical, Hill Country-style home with cut limestone, stucco and slate roof on 73+ acres of lush Bermuda pastures and Pedernales River frontage. The home consists of 6,400 square feet of living area, four bedrooms, 4.5 baths and is designed to entertain. The home’s focal point centers on a kitchen positioned so it incorporates the dining and great room, all of which open to a veranda, overlook the pool and take in the view. Behind a set of double doors is the master suite, very much deserving of the name. Duel dressing areas with furniture-grade cabinetry define the suite’s elegance. At the end of the coastal pasture and very visible from the home, an earthen pond—well over an acre—features a gunite bottom to aid in retention of water. Natural runoff and two wells (120 GPM and 200 GPM) supply water to the pond. Currently used

as a home for ranch help, a one-bedroom, one-bath guesthouse also serves as a workshop; the second story works ideally for storage space.

Virtual tour at www.remax-fred.com. $3,900,000. Contact Dennis for a showing.

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This impressive estate, just minutes east of downtown Fredericksburg, includes a fabulous, 4,700+-square-feet custom rock home with four bedrooms, four baths, gracious living area with high vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and big rock fireplace—all finished with rich natural materials and subtle elegance with excellent walnut flooring throughout. Perfect for entertaining, the open floor plan flows gracefully into the formal dining area and gourmet state-of-the-art kitchen with exquisite fixtures and appliances. The indoor pool offers homeowners year-round enjoyment, even for swimming in winter with solar heat.

Outside, you will enjoy peaceful afternoons on the big deep porch with a rock fireplace graced with rock flooring and gorgeous Douglas fir pillars and trim. The huge 3,600-square-foot barn

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Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

offers 1,200 square feet of open storage for your tractor and equipment plus a 2,400+-square-

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foot workshop with overhead doors and office area. All this sits on 19.3 manicured acres with

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900± feet of Pedernales River frontage with a concrete dam, which makes for nice, deep pools for fishing and swimming with mature trees along the gentle bank. $1,875,000.

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The 7,198-acre Elk Song Ranch is one of the finest fair chase elk hunting properties available for sale in the world today. Only four miles west of La Grande, in the Blue Mountains, Elk Song is home to a herd of 1,000 to 1,500 wild, free-ranging elk. The terrain of the ranch is diverse with approximately 5,000 acres of timberland. The current timber resource has extraordinary investment potential for the longer-term owner, as the most recent timber cruise estimated a recovery rate of 200 board feet per timbered acre, or 1,000,000± board feet per year. The property also offers 12 miles of flowing streams, large gently rolling open meadows, dense thickets and deep canyons. Just reduced to $6,900,000. Contact Jeff Hubbard or Pat Lancaster. Property ID#: 42972

Brewer Ranch Wyoming v Sheridan County v Banner

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The Brewer Ranch represents a rare opportunity to own a privately situated ranch among the beautiful foothills of the Big Horn Mountains. This hay-producing cattle ranch can be used for equestrian and recreational reasons as well. At approximately 694 deeded acres, the property includes 235± acres of lush irrigated meadows, rolling grasslands and wooded draws. The ranch is wildlife rich, providing excellent habitat for upland game birds, turkey, deer, pronghorn and occasionally elk. Bordering 800± acres of Wyoming State lands, the property provides access to additional recreational opportunities, such as hunting, horseback riding, hiking, and fishing

877 623-4545

on Piney Creek. The ranch has excellent water rights for irrigation, and many upgrades to

915 South Pearl Street • Denver, CO 80209 the irrigation equipment, fencing, and ranch buildings, making it a true turn-key operation. www.MirrRanchGroup.com

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$5,400,000. Contact Duffy Brown. Property ID#: 42081

Trees Ranch Utah v Washington Co. v Springdale

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The iconic 2,066 acre Trees Ranch adjoining Zion National Park in Springdale, Utah offers scenic landscapes, valuable water rights, a 60-acre lake, miles of river, irrigated fields and orchards, inimitable architecture, and historical sites. It is one of the most unique properties available in the West offering multiple uses ranging from a private retreat with conservation values, to a world class resort destination, to an interesting development opportunity. $25,000,000. Contact Ken Mirr. Property ID#: 72449

Dolores River Ranch Colorado v Montezuma County v Rico

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Approximately

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southwest

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Telluride, this 380±-acre property includes over 1.5 miles of both sides of the Dolores River, a classic mountain freestone fishery hailed as “one of the 50 best trout streams in America” by Trout magazine. Large rainbows, browns and cutthroats thrive in these waters.

About 320 acres are devoted to irrigated grass hay pasture. There is also a trout pond on the property. The ranch is almost totally surrounded by the San Juan National Forest. Abundant senior water rights afford the opportunity to further enhance what is already an excellent stretch of a famed trout stream. $8,300,000. Contact Jeff Hubbard or Pat Lancaster. Property ID#: 42971

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Venado Grande Ranch is an outstanding Northwest Texas hunting ranch known for excellent trophy whitetail deer, turkeys, doves, quail, ducks and wild hogs. The ranch can be sold as one track of 12,158 acres or broken into three separate tracks of 3,664, 4055 or 4439 acres. Two of the three tracts of land have not been hunted in more than 20 years. The majority of the land is rolling with scattered cedar & mesquite tree cover. There are eight pastures and 150 acres previously planted in wheat. The ranch usually carries about 35 acres per animal unit or 300 mother cows. Most of the ranch is a strong red sandy loam soil ... the best. The primary source of water on the ranch is supplied by the Cottle King Water supply. There are many stock ponds with some being large and stocked with fish. Over six miles of Wichita River meanders though the northwest quadrant of the ranch. Venado Grande is conveniently located approximately 180 miles west of Dallas/Ft Worth Metroplex, 102 miles north of Abilene, 119 miles east of Lubbock and 215 miles southeast of Amarillo. From Benjamin, Texas, proceed west on Hwy 82 for 8.5 miles the property fronts the right side of Hwy 82. ALL of seller’s minerals will be conveyed. $750 per acre.

Venado Grande Northwest Texas v Knox County

Sam Vester & Joe Wilson P.O. Box 692090 • San Antonio, T X 78269

210 844-3942 • 214 784-3725 www.venadogrande.com • jcwilson@jcwilsonint.com

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6779± acres in the heart of big deer country with five star improvements. Enclosed with an eight foot high fence and under management for 17 years. This ranch has white tail bucks that score over 200 Boone and and Crocket. Lots of wild hogs, turkey, quail and doves. No oil or gas production or drilling. Best ranch for sale in South Texas. $15,000,000.

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Purley Gates Ranch 1,702± Acres

Northeast Texas v Franklin County v Winnsboro

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Purley Gates Ranch is an exceptional property located near Lake Cypress Springs, Mount Vernon and Winnsboro only two hours from Dallas.

A beautiful 26±-acre spring-fed bass lake sits in the middle of the property with a boathouse and pier for fishing or relaxing. The property is high game fenced with trophy whitetail and red deer populations. There are three brick homes, a swimming pool, horse barn, equipment barn and an immaculate, private nine-hole golf course unlike anything you will find. The land has good elevation changes, sandy loam soils, is heavily wooded with pine/oak and has several springs. $4,377 per acre ($7,450,000). Property ID: 43299

McSwane Ranch 1,628± Acres

Central Texas v Freestone County v Buffalo

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McSwane Ranch is one of the most scenic cattle and hunting ranches anywhere. Paved entry road is lined with mature live oak, and pine trees lead to the ranch headquarters. Improvements are in excellent condition, but not fancy. Spring-fed creeks run year round, massive oaks are scattered in productive improved pastureland,

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heavily wooded areas hold an abundance of deer and a wetland is strategically designed to attract plenty of ducks. Wetland is spring fed and controlled by risers with an in-ground duck blind. Soils vary from sandy productive soils to tighter bottomland areas to rocky ridges and hills. A stone home sits in a mature grove of pine trees overlooking one of two spring-fed lakes. This property is one of a kind! $3,195 per acre ($5,201,460). Property ID: 43303

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This magnificent ranch lies in beautiful northwest Waller County, just minutes from Highway 290. The long, paved, tree-lined drive

TJM Ranch

leads to a sprawling 5,773-square-foot main

350 Acres

residence with six bedrooms, five full baths and an attached guest quarters. This home not only offers wonderful indoor space but great space

Central Texas v Waller County v Hempstead

for outdoor living with a full wraparound porch and a huge covered back patio that overlooks the heated pool and spa. It is very tastefully landscaped and has an attached carport that accommodates three vehicles. The interior of this two-story, custom country home has a light and bright open floor plan with hardwood and ceramic tile floors, a large island kitchen with custom cabinets and granite countertops, a custom stone fireplace in the main living area with built-ins on each side and massive windows to let the outdoors in. This split floor plan has a downstairs master suite with fireplace, game room, two living areas, study with beautiful built-ins as well as built-ins throughout this home.

The property features a three-bedroom, one-bath guest cottage with pool and a two-bedroom, onebath guest house/office, barn, two equipment sheds and a 2,800-foot grass runway. With five ponds, rolling terrain, scattered trees, extensive fencing, two separate entrances and pastoral views, this working ranch offers the very best in country living. $4,100,000. Property ID#: 42021

Tomball Ranch 47 Acres

Southeast Texas v Harris County v Tomball

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The custom gated entrance, tree-lined drive and twin lighted lakes with fountains are just the introduction to this stunning Tuscan-style home. This custom-designed, well-appointed, four-bedroom, four-bath home with 8,475 square feet features elegant formals, two staircases, wine room, state-of-theart gourmet kitchen, three fireplaces, three half-baths, study, media room, upstairs game room with bar, large extra room, decorative ceilings, crown molding and custom built-ins throughout. The master suite is truly an owner’s retreat with warm tones, arched openings, sitting area with fireplace and a fabulous master bath. The exterior offers resort-style living with a gorgeous heated and chilled pool and spa in a fully landscaped tropical setting. The outdoor kitchen and living area is an entertainer’s delight.

It has granite countertops and is fully equipped with numerous stainless steel cooking accessories and appliances, as well as a brick pizza oven, plus a large wood-burning fireplace, HDTV, half-bath and outdoor shower. There is a first-class 12-stall horse barn with 12x14 stalls, office, tack room and feed room plus a large lighted arena, charming arena-side cantina and a large utility building with RV garage and quarters. This incredible property

Waller County Land Company

P.O. Box 1274 • Waller, TX 77484

is well located with easy access to U.S. Highway

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290, State Highway 249 and the future Grand

704 10th Street • Hempstead, TX 77445

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Central Texas v Fayette County v La Grange

This unique property features a huge 30+-acre lake stocked with bass, catfish and baitfish. The lake provides for excellent dove and duck hunting, fishing and water skiing. The property is perfect for cattle grazing, hay production or creating a subdivision around the lake. Excellent location near La Grange with easy access to Houston or Austin. $1,429,350. TXLS ID 74582

Serenity Ranch 185.214 Acres

Central Texas v Fayette County v West Point

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Halfway between Houston and Austin, this property is a true working ranch. Six different water features, including two beautiful lakes which make a stunning entry into the ranch, as well as two creeks. Serenity Ranch features over half a mile of paved road frontage, abundant wildlife and several improved pastures with ample hay production. Enjoy several choice building sites with lake views.

Additional features include a guesthouse, caretaker’s

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Colorado River Ranch 135.247 Acres

Central Texas v Fayette County v La Grange

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Build your dream home on the banks of the Colorado River! This river ranch features 1,900Âą feet of river frontage with a variety of mature trees along the riverbanks. The lower bank offers a cleared area perfect for fishing, launching a boat and picnicking. Whitetail deer and other small game animals are prevalent.

Rich soils offer opportunities for agricultural use or grazing. $1,075,213. TXLS ID 55824

site.

$1,295,000. TXLS ID 71599

River Retreat 979 968-3106 Robert Ruckert 979 249-7300 Ray Streger 979 966-9506 Terrell Newton 979 249-6345 www.LandBrokersRealEstate.com Robert@LandBrokersRealEstate.com

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69.575 Acres

Central Texas v Fayette County v West Point

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This is the perfect weekend recreational tract halfway between Austin and Houston. This river retreat features 1,100+ feet of river frontage, 2,000 feet of county road frontage, 5,700-square-foot barn and a wetweather creek. The property has a great mix of woods and open areas. It is great for boating, fishing and hunting. Additional features include a well and tremendous river views. $521,813. TXLS ID 73723

Sherwood Creek Ranch 193 Acres

Southeast Texas v Jasper County v Lake Sam Rayburn

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Sherwood Creek Ranch in East Texas is known as a hunting paradise for trophy whitetail deer, Eastern wild turkey and squirrel. The 193 acres have been developed into an attractive “park-like” oak hardwood and pine forest. The heavily wooded rolling terrain is bisected by 1.3 miles of Sherwood Creek, a pristine wildlife corridor flowing through the property. The 153,000-acre Angelina National Forest joins the east property line, and the hardwood bottom area of the Neches River extends to the south property line. Access to the ranch is by paved Texas county road. The architectdesigned lodge with extensive glass would also make a great home or weekend woods retreat. A groundskeeper’s house is at the main gate. A highly developed four-mile-long hiking trail threads through the woods and along the creek. A large ‘green-tree’ reservoir, in conjunction with Sherwood Creek, seasonally attracts and holds a substantial number of ducks. Beavers are occasionally observed in Sherwood Creek, a major tributary to the nearby Neches River, as are otters that are attracted to fish in the deeper pools. Sherwood Creek Ranch was nominated for the Texas Parks & Wildlife “Lone Star Land Stewards” award program in 2011. In 1998 and 2008, the Texas Forest Service awarded Sherwood Creek Ranch “Certified Forest Steward” certificates. Lake Sam Rayburn and the Rayburn Country Club and Golf Course are within a 25-minute drive. For more information on this one-of-a-kind East Texas Jewel. Sherwood Creek Ranch is the best of the best; come and see for yourself. Property ID#: 43040

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This 98-acre, turn-key, recreational paradise has a three-bedroom custom home on a 10acre private lake. The lake has a fishing pier and concrete boat ramp. The lake has fantastic fishing and huge potential for duck and whitetail deer hunting. The Lake House Ranch is approximately nine miles east of Winnie and five miles north of Fannett on FM 365. It lies 70 miles east of downtown Houston. Property ID#: 43043

Lake House Ranch 98 Acres

Southeast Texas v Jefferson Co. v Fannett

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Offering 2,540 acres, this ranch rests in the famous Golden Triangle just north of Laredo.

Webb County native trophy bucks cover the ranch and have only been lightly hunted for several years. A newly built 1,800-square-foot, stucco house with tile roof and covered porch

Webb County Ranch

overlooks a 15+-acre lake. This very nice,

South Texas v Webb County v Laredo

18-foot vaulted ceilings. It has 9-foot double

2,540 Acres

Spanish-style, three-bedroom, two-bath house has granite countertops, copper sinks and doors leading out to the porch. The porch and

walkway to fire pit are Saltillo tile. The ranch is primarily brush with a gentle rolling landscape.

Soils are primarily a sandy loam, which are very well known for holding surface water for long periods. Santa Isabel Creek crosses the front of the ranch. There is a new water well drilled at a total depth of 2,050 feet with an output of 25± GPM. The ranch is completely high-fenced.

Aside from the large lake at the house, there are two stock tanks, one about 5 acres and the other about 3 acres. There are three other additional smaller stock tanks. The owners have recently moved over 140,000 cubic yards of dirt to construct three of these tanks. There is a respectable deer herd on the ranch, which is estimated to be around one deer/15 acres. There is an abundance of trophy whitetail deer, feral hogs, javelina, blue quail and even a few wild turkeys along the Santa Isable Creek. Property ID#: 43038

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West Texas v Brewster County v Marathon

This may be the best little hunting ranch in West Texas. The first time I saw this ranch, I saw over 30 mule deer bucks in four hours. This was 15 years ago. The second time I saw the ranch, I had a prospect and his wife with me to look at this ranch. We saw more bucks that day than the first time. The present owner bought the ranch that day. I was at the ranch just recently and saw a tremendous buck that would gross score 185 B&C points. Even though it was hot and the middle of the day, I saw probably 30 to 40 deer. I also saw eight coveys of blue quail with about 15 to 20 birds in a covey. The ranch is small for the West Texas area, 3,910± acres, but very scenic, with a long ridge on the west side of the property. It is surrounded by bigger ranches, several of which are 40,000± acres. The ranch has some nice, small mountains and a long ridge. The highest elevation is 4,000± feet. It has been managed for deer for over 10 years and has primarily harvested old deer and deer that we consider "cull deer", leaving the superior bucks and a good gene pool. It has a managed land deer permit". Other game

animals include mountain lion, fox, coyotes, aoudad sheep, a small amount of wild turkey near the spring and a few elk roam through the ranch. There are four bighorn deer feeders and two water wells, one powered by a windmill and the other by a gas generator, with a water trough at each windmill and a storage tank for water. One of the best things about this ranch is a spring that I have never seen dry in 15 years. In "wet years", it runs more water than dry years. The ranch is 12± miles east of Marathon on Highway 90 and then south on an all-weather road for 12± miles. For more information, maps, pictures or appointment, call or email.

West Texas Ranch Realty Malcolm Calaway, Broker Texas Law requires all real estate licensees to provide the following information about brokerage services: http://www.trec.state.tx.us/pdf/contracts/OP-K.pdf

P.O. Box 1076 Alpine, TX 79831 432 837-1700 office

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3,429 Acres: McCulloch County Central Texas v McCulloch County

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One of the most scenic and best hunting and ranching properties available, this ranch has a native rock home on a hill with three bedrooms, three full baths and two half-baths. It also has a beautiful fireplace and great porches. There is a foreman’s home, several barns including a sales/show ring, office and shop. In the Brady Mountains, this property has fantastic views and hunting. Can be divided. $1,995 per acre. Don’t miss this one!

594 Acres: Concho County Central Texas v Concho County

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This very scenic, excellent hunting ranch has heavily wooded hills and valleys. Cover consists of large live oaks, mesquite and mixed brush. It has a neat three-bedroom,

915 Acres: McCulloch County

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two-bath home with a large covered porch, two wells and a 30x40 metal barn. Frontage

Central Texas v McCulloch County

on a four-lane highway about 30 minutes from

This is one of the very best whitetail hunting

San Angelo is a big plus. Enjoy abundant large

ranches located in the Brady Mountains. It

whitetail, axis, turkey and quail. $1,200,000.

is game fenced with many trophy bucks and hundreds of turkeys. Improvements include a large five-bedroom, three-bath native rock home on top of the mountain overlooking the Lohn Valley, six-car garage/shop, hunter’s lodge, guide housing, large barn, breeding pens, first-rate blinds and many extras. This is a top-of-the-line, well-designed trophy hunting

property with fabulous views. This indeed is a must see for the serious buyer. $4,000 per acre.

331 Acres: McCulloch County Central Texas v McCulloch County

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This is one on the best hunting properties of this size in the Brady Mountain area. This scenic ranch has three dirt tanks, county road frontage and abundant wildlife. It has been under game management for seven years. The owner is willing to sell 160 acres. Only $1,750 per acre, which includes some minerals.

Drastic price reduction.

514 Acres: Menard County Central Texas v Menard County

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This ideal family or corporate hunting property has a nice lodge and two wells. It lies in the heart of good live oak hills and valleys with excellent hunting. Very few are available like this one. $1,950 per acre.

106 Acres: McCulloch County

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Enjoy lots of deer, great homesites and paved access to this very nice small ranch only minutes north of Brady. There are nice oaks,

Jerry DeBord, Broker/Appraiser

two stock tanks, a seasonal creek, rural water,

“Helping You Find Home” 1402 South Bridge Street • Brady, TX 76825

electricity and good fences. This one has it all!

325 597-4357 • 866 237-1145

Come take a look. Reduced to $3,250 per acre.

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These 15 riverfront acres within the Kerrville city limits feature an abundance of development

potential. This perfect building site offers approximately 1,025 feet of Guadalupe River frontage, approximately 1,005 feet of frontage on Bandera Highway 173 and city utilities. This tract sits in a prime location across from the Riverhill Country Club and offers many investment opportunities.

Call Schulgen Real Estate at 830 896-5503 (George) or 830 739-1865 (Ron) for more information.

Schulgen Ranch Investments “Selling Fine Homes and Ranches Since 1973”

George Schulgen 830 896-5503 Ron Schulgen 830 739-1865 Kerrville, TX www.schulgenrealestate.com • schulgen@ktc.com

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Woodward Ranch

West Texas v Brewster County v Alpine Just 14 miles south of Alpine, Texas, this 2,197-acre ranch features two live running creeks, scenic rolling mountains and canyons, mule and whitetail deer, highway frontage, exceptional views and is home to some of the largest varieties of agate! $2,500 per acre.

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Quail Valley Ranch Northeast Texas v Henderson County v LaRue

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A Texas treasure nestled amidst gentle rolling East Texas hills near Athens. The 177.66 picturesque acres offer a glimpse of all the features that makes East Texas the garden spot of this great state. Adjacent to the main lodge, the focal point of the ranch is an 17±-acre springfed lake stocked with trophy bass and boathouse. The six-bedroom, seven-bath lodge is a threelevel dwelling offering panoramic views of the lake and distant hills. The great room combines a wood-burning fireplace with hand-carved mantle (a literal work of art) with 30-foot ceiling and tremendous views overlooking the lake. The dining room is a warm place to enjoy dining with wood-burning with intricate hand-carved mantel. The master suite has vaulted ceiling, large wood-burning fireplace, authentic oak panel floors, his and her baths and closet areas.

The home has been carefully designed to provide comfort for small to large gatherings, spacious

bedrooms, game room, pool and cabana. In addition to the main lodge, the property has two guest homes, barn and stable with holding pens and walking area for horses. Quail Valley Ranch exhibits a working ranch feel, with an exquisite lifestyle emphasizing the natural beauty of the ranch and surrounded by the majestic hills of East Texas. This natural offering is unique and has a distinct character! $1,695,000.

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Unparalleled quality, beauty and comfort describe this magnificent home overlooking its private 8-acre spring-fed lake on 72.018± rolling acres near Canton. The two-level home has four bedrooms, four full baths, two half-baths and an open feel with tall ceilings and abundant storage. From the moment of entry, the home exudes craftsmanship with travertine marble floors, quality millwork and other amenities.

The gourmet kitchen features a Thermador

The Homestead Northeast Texas Van Zandt County v Canton

gas range, abundant granite counters and custom cabinets, enormous eat-in island with vegetable sink, full-size refrigerator and freezer, separate ice machine, wine storage and 13-foot ceilings with

Five “S” Farms Northeast Texas Anderson County v Montalba

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exposed wood beams. The main living area centers on a beautiful three-sided fireplace and offers 13-foot ceilings with exposed wood beams and sliding doors with exceptional views of the pool and outdoor living. The master suite is nothing short of exceptional with outstanding views of the pool area and rolling countryside, huge walk-through shower and jetted tub surrounded with tumbled

This East Texas ranch and equestrian facility stone and antique finished cabinetry. Throughout this magnificent home, you will see thousands of combines 263.62 acres of gently rolling hills, dollars in beautiful custom built-ins, custom paint finishes, a second-to-none home theater with wet wooded areas separated by lush coastal bar area, intercom system, central vacuum, exercise room, fully finished basement with huge open Bermuda pastures, mature hardwoods and living and game room with a fully furnished kitchen area. A full-service elevator assures all areas pines, an 8± acre lake, riding and hiking trails, of the home are accessible. In addition to nearly 2,000 square feet of covered patio, there is also a two ponds, efficiency apartment, great barn barn/workshop on the property. Energy efficiency was among the highest priorities in the design with professionally designed stables with 10

of the home and features low E windows, radiant barrier in the attic, blown cellulose in the walls, as

stalls and riding arena with observation deck. well as state-of-the-art geothermal heating and cooling. This remarkable offering combines quality, Impeccable quality improvements feature an beauty, location and energy efficiency to create a most sought after lifestyle! $1,295,500. oversized outdoor fireplace, iron ore road system through ranch. $1,695,000.

The Home Place Northeast Texas v Van Zandt Co. v Van

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These 287± acres feature a three-bedroom, three-bath, Traditional-style home with a 10± acre lake, gently rolling terrain, live creeks and five ponds. Excellent pastures weave through

Steve Grant Real Estate P.O. Box 350 • Athens, TX 75751

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banks of mature hardwoods. Enjoy easy access (at the corner of State Highway 110 and VZ CR 1502) with frontage on Highway 110 and two county roads, just east of Canton and north of Van. This picturesque setting brings out the best of East Texas. $967,600.

Hill Country Ranch Texas Hill Country v Edwards County

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This 514.82-acre Hill Country ranch is offered for $2,275/acre. Bordering a 13,000-acre ranch and other privately owned ranches where no contract hunting is allowed, this property is insulated from public traffic. It lies 40Âą miles from a major airport, which can accommodate commercial airlines and general aviation. This rare, unique ranch is set up and ready to hunt. Purchase includes a furnished three-bedroom, two-bath house (built in 2008) with fireplace and all appliances, a barn, water well and electricity. Vehicles include a 2008 Ranger Polaris and a King Quad 4-wheeler. The property features nine deer blinds and feeders, watering stations and roads throughout. An ag exemption comes with property, as well as shared ownership in longhorn cattle. Monthly dues for membership in association with maintenance of roads and care of cattle are $150. Quality whitetail, hogs (Russian boar), turkey, quail and dove are abundant. Game management programs produce quality deer with superior genetics. All that is required to enjoy this turn-key ranch is your deer rifle. Tour the ranch online at www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xi3rQzyY6Jc. Serious qualified buyers only. Property ID# 41654

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Texas Metroplex v Ellis County v Italy

This is clearly one of the most beautiful ranches just 45 minutes south of Dallas. Enjoy 352Âą acres with gently rolling hills, a 7-acre lake, two ponds, nine-stall barn, tack room, water and electricity, high-end working pens, two additional fully enclosed barns, fenced and cross fenced, exquisite 4,939-square-foot home has four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. There is a fully equipped media room for entertaining, game room, master suite with fireplace and exercise room, gourmet kitchen with large island and walk-in pantry. Exquisite formal dining room; study with built-in bookshelves; twotiered diving pool; lap pool and spa. Enjoy two magnificent covered patios with fireplace and outdoor kitchen, a true cowboy cookout area; guesthouse with 2,595 square feet, ranch hand quarters and much more. This beautiful property with a gated entry, working pens, equipment barn, workshop, windmill, pecan trees and lovely views in a park-like setting is the premier property to relax and kick back.

Betty Venable & Leanne Davis 1585 Highway 77 North #A Waxahachie, TX 75165

214 924-2898 • 214 914-6851 betty.venable@cbdfw.com leanne.davis@cbdfw.com www.cbdfw.com/bettyvenable

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Big Star Ranch Central Texas v Washington County v Brenham

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This beautiful 203-acre ranch in the rolling hills of Washington County features a custom-built, four-bedroom, three-bath, log-style home with great multi-mile views. Spring-fed New Years

Creek traverses the ranch. Enjoy a great mix of elevations, woods, pastures, creek bottoms, hay meadow, a stocked pond, lots of wildlife, as well as horse and hay barns and a foreman’s house. $1,990,000. Property ID#: 43132

Bendview Ranch 34.44 Acres

Southeast Texas v Waller County v Field Store

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This outstanding horse ranch just northwest of Houston has an updated, ranch-style, threebedroom, two-bath home with lots of designer touches and extras, as well as a beautiful patio area between the home and garage. The horse barn has offices, a half-bath, large tack room and 19 stalls. The 40x100 barn for equipment, hay and storage has as apartment for ranch help. There is pipe fencing, well-designed traps, paddocks and pens designed for horses and cattle. $850,000. Property ID# 42460

Magnolia Horse Farm 22.15 Acres

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Southeast Texas v Montgomery County v Magnolia

This wonderful, updated, three-bedroom, two-bath home on 22 beautiful acres has rolling land, sandy

1116 FM 109 • New Ulm, TX 78950

soil, scattered trees, a stocked pond and a professionally built 10-stall horse barn. There is pipe and cable fencing and cross-fencing for horses and cattle, as well as a lighted riding arena, hay barn and coastal

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pastures. This very picturesque property has plenty of room for relaxing. $749,000. Property ID# 42453

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Heritage Farm, now available, offers a rare opportunity to acquire a large parcel of 296 acres. Zoned Rural Agricultural, the property has potential easement credits. The main house is stucco and is joined by three more tenant houses, a large pond, barns and spectacular views.. $6,833,300. Property ID: 43306

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Dresden Farm is now available. This beautifully maintained 115-acre horse farm includes a circa 1785, five-bedroom main house, a 12-stall Belmont barn with eight paddocks, heated waterers, a new generator and a separate tack room. There are four additional dwellings, including a newly renovated manager’s house and guesthouse, extensive greenhouses, gardens, a pool and a 5-acre pond. $4,900,000. Property ID: 71452

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These 450 acres, in The Plains, are in the center of the Orange County Hunt territory. Build your dream estate here amongst rolling fields, historic stone walls and unmatched mountain views. Cromwells Run, a wonderful creek runs across the property. All in a conservation easement. Convenient to Dulles airport and Washington, D.C. $5,850,000. Property ID: 43310

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This lovely, renovated farmhouse is situated on South Gate, a turn-key horse farm on the edge of the 23 acres with a charming six-stall barn. In the charming village of Millwood, was designed to cater heart of Blue Ridge Hunt country, there is a great to the horse and horseman. The property consists ride-out, several fenced paddocks with run-in of 126 acres, a state-of-the-art 21-stall barn, blue sheds and super views—all in a conservation stone arena, equine swimming facility and a lovely easement. The historic house is full of character trout stream—all in conservation easement. The and has five bedrooms, four working fireplaces, custom stone and stucco home built in 1999 has no covered patio and mature landscaping. Price detail left unturned. Convenient to Dulles airport,

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This stunning custom colonial on 25± acres lies in a gorgeous setting. Beautifully decorated and landscaped, the home has high ceilings, sun-filled rooms, wood floors and fabulous windows capture magnificent views from every room. Ideal for horses and a gracious country lifestyle, this property lies in the Piedmont Hunt Country. $1,485,000. Property ID: 43311

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The Keeran Ranch is some of the earliest settled and oldest ranchland in Texas. Just east of Victoria, Texas, the historic Keeran Ranch is on approximately three miles of Garcitas Creek.

From the ranch, you can launch your boat, relax on a short cruise to Lavaca Bay or fish for trout or redfish from the oak-covered banks of Garcitas Creek. Approximately 900 acres out of the 1,169± acres are under high fence and equipped with deer breeding facilities. The entire 1,169± acres are under a level 3 MLD permit and are home to abundant wildlife, including whitetail deer, bobcats, wild hogs, dove and ducks. The heart of the estate is an impressive 8,000-square-foot main house that has stood on the ranch for nearly 100 years. Completely updated, the house has large rooms with breathtaking views. The main house is best viewed from the refurbished Olympic-sized pool and the adjoining 2,000-square-foot pool house equipped with full kitchen and fireplace. The property also boasts a hunting cabin, garage with storage, water tower and bomb shelter. This incomparable property is only 1.5 hours from Houston, two hours from San Antonio and 20 minutes from the dynamic Texas Gulf Coast. Property ID#: 43319

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Sitting on 110 acres, only 1 hour from Beaumont and 1.5 hours from Houston, this farm features the best of town and country living with easy access to city amenities. Stunning from the moment you step past the main door, the gorgeous main house (built in 1989) offers 4,800+ square feet. The original main house

was renovated and enlarged with two huge living areas, big gourmet kitchen, library, game room, two master bedrooms and two additional sleeping areas. With decorative highlights of reclaimed

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barn wood and hand-milled distressed floors, the entire residence offers an “Old World” feel.

Ample hunting opportunities are nearby. This farm has a nice mixture of level and hilly terrain, featuring plentiful water, which includes a deep well, complete pasture irrigation and an 18-acre creek-fed stocked lake. There are nine pastures of 8+ acres each, stables for six horses, together

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210 804 1515 1703± Ac. Refugio Co. Lambert Ranch Headquarters portion of Historic Lambert Ranch founded in 1800s. Low fenced, good roads, paved access. Originally part of famed O’Connor Ranch & being offered for the first time in 100+ years, a superb ranch in an area where few become available.

Historic ranch residence. 2 guesthouses, caretaker’s house, older barns, pens, fencing/cross-fencing. 2 tanks & 6 wells. Whitetail deer, turkey, quail, dove, feral hogs.

Contact: Al Philip, 210 415-8602

391± AC. Kendall Co. Sisterdale East Sister Creek Ranch. Stunning home atop a mesa with panoramic views. Grand deck & outdoor kitchen. Huge plateaus to oak-studded creek bottoms. Perimeter high-fenced. 2 water wells, 9,000 gal. storage, 5 tanks, East Sister Creek. Whitetail deer, fallow, axis, blackbuck, aoudad & others.

275± AC. Edwards Co. Rocksprings G4 Ranch. Turn-key hunting 30± min. S. of Rocksprings. 2 story cabin. Guest cabin. Metal pole barn, 2 equipment sheds, walk-in cooler. Low fenced; 1/4 high-fenced. Conveys: F350 truck, Bobcat tractor, 4 tower blinds w/solar power/heat, 4 water stations, 4 protein feeders. Whitetail, turkey, hogs, more.

190± AC. Burnet Co. Marble Falls Future development potential 1.5± miles from Hwy. 281 & next door to Marble Falls High. 1/3± of tract within city limits. 3-phase electricity, low perimeter fencing, 3 water wells, minerals.

40± Ac. Kerr Co. Wise Ranch on Bear Creek Near Pipe Creek & Bandera, 1 hr. from San Antonio.

Both sides live water Bear Creek. 2/2 ranch home, historic stagecoach station used as offices, 1880s era barn & stables, 1,800± s.f. shop, historic corral in beautiful valley. Bear Creek, 2 wet-weather creeks & 1 water well.

58± AC. Atascosa Co. Hwy. 281 Pleasanton Hwy. 281 frontage, ideal for Eagle Ford commercial use. 3/2 mfr. home. 3-phase electricity. Low fenced.

1 Carrizo well. 2±-acre tank. 1± acre cleared near entrance for pipe yard, remainder native brush.

55± AC. Caldwell Co. Pine Fork Ranch 1 hr. from Austin & San Antonio, 1.5 hrs. from Houston. Large enough to enjoy, yet small enough to maintain. 2-story 3/3 home, 1.5± ac. stocked bass pond. Pole barn. Garage/shop. Metal building. Low fenced. 80% piney woods, 20% open pastureland.

Deer, dove, hogs, bass.

Contact: Randy Cadwallader, 210 860-0093

665± Ac. Milam Co. Rockdale 39± miles from Round Rock. 385± ac. improved grasses, mostly coastal; remainder in brush/native pasture. 3,350± ft. frontage on live water Brushy Creek, 8-acre lake & 20+ stock tanks. Handsome 2-story home. 3 barns, pens, metal shop, grain silo, low fencing/cross-fencing.

80± Ac. Gillespie Co. Fredericksburg Scenic getaway with 1500± ft. of both sides live water Willow Creek. 2/1 weekend home. Vintage rock walls & original barn with qtrs. Selectively cleared.

Abundant deer, birds & other wildlife.

Contact: John Tarrillion, 210 380-1229

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30± Ac. Bexar Co. Schertz ETJ Former executive golf course. Home. Pool.

Clubhouse. Barn. Level to rolling. Minutes N. of Hwy. 90. Excellent develop/commercial opportunity.

61± Ac. Llano Co. Llano Just the right size getaway! Cozy cabin. Equipment shed. 1 well. Whitetail deer, turkey, wild hogs and many bird species.

13± Ac. Atascosa Co. Lytle Eagle Ford opportunity within city limits, city utilities.

Updated home. Garage. Level pastureland. Well.

Across from proposed city park & sports center.

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10 Acs. 2-2-2CP home on FM 1736, barn, storage bldgs., large scattered oaks. Park-like. $310,000 13 Acs. Unrestricted, wooded. $10,000/Ac 14.8 Acs. 3-2 Victorian, 4-stall barn. $315,000 20 Acs. 3-2 home, 7-stall stable, lighted arena & round pen, paddocks, x-fenced, scattered trees. $699K 25 Acs. 4-3-2, gated, pool, fncd. $550,000 30 Acs. Scattered trees, creek, sandy soil. $8,500/Ac 33 Acs. Near Hwy 290 & Waller, pasture, fenced. $8,900/Ac 41 Acs. Trees, unrestricted. $9,500/ac 41 Acs. 3-2.5-3CP, stocked lake, lush gardens, guest home, greenhouses, more. $679,000 50 Acs. Metal shop bldg. & water well. $9,500/ac 52 Acs. 2 Homes (3-2.5-2 & 4-2.5), barn, shed, 2 ponds, near Waller & Hwy 290. $1,144,000 69 Acs. FM 1887, pond, fenced. $7,500/Ac 86 Acs. secluded, level, pond, x-fcnd. $7,500/Ac 100.7 Acs. On FM 529, fncd, easy access. $5,758/Ac 107 Acs. Trees, pasture & creek. $10,000/Ac 112.7 Acs. Rolling, wooded & open, creek, fronts 2 roads. $9,750/Ac

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903 675-3503 903 675-3536 fax FOX MEADOWS - 54.807 ac w/4 ac spring-fed catch & release lake, incredible main house w/ 2982 sf, 3BR/2.

SB & 3 car gar. 2BR/1B cottage w/fp, 2 duplex quest quarters w/1BR/1B, full kit & liv rm w/fp in each side (total 4 units), walking trails in mostly woods. Currently a B&B since ‘04, could be family compound, corporate retreat. Wildlife exemption in place. $795,000. Owner will divide. See Broker for details.

ROLLING ACRES - Athens/Malakoff area, very scenic & private w/3700 sf Spanish style 4/3.5/2 home, barn, shed, 3 lakes, creek & duck marsh.

Super hunting/ranching combo w/lots of whitetail deer, hogs, varmits & ducks, heavily wooded areas, rolling & lush coastal meadows. Excellent fishing! $865,000 AMAZING CUSTOM HOME on private wooded lot in Stonebridge Add’n, Athens. 4BR/4.5B w/top of the line amenities, extra 3 car garage w/guest apartment. $1,100,000 “WHERE EAST TEXAS BEGINS” - Classic 420.849 rolling acres w/scattered pastures, meadows intertwined w/deep hardwoods providing ultimate balance of open & wooded areas. Existing lakes & ponds w/possible lake sites. A wildlife habitat as well as working ranch potential. Private & accessible, only a short drive east of the Metroplex, near Athens. $1,330,000 EAST TEXAS RETREAT - Custom 3BR/3.5B spacious home on 34.903 acres w/pond. The home has been masterfully places w/rich handmade oak cabinets, great room, office, formal din area & fabulous kitchen. Add’! steel bldg w/!iv quarters.

Wildlife & privacy in a rustic setting! $490,000 ATHENS - 3/3/5/3 custom built home on a hill overlooking private lake. Beautiful setting, beautiful home! $695,000 110 ACRES NEAR LAKE ATHENS - Very scenic w/’92 2BR/2B/2 ranch home w/office, caretaker’s home, barn & shed, 4 ponds, lake, spring creek w/60% open & balance in timber & lots of wildlife. $650,000 “FAR AWAY MEADOWS” - Appx 354.827 rolling ac w/5BR/6B main dwelling under a canopy of mature oaks on the crest of a subtle hill overlooking an appx 15 ac spring-fed lake stocked w/abundant bass, crappie & catfish. Other improvements include 2 residential dwellings, barns, holding pens & deep well. The property embraces the natural beauty of the area & combines lush pastures, native hardwoods & a unique quality of life. $3,275,000 NORTH OF MURCHISON - Beautiful 70 ac farm w/2 ac fishing lake, 5/3.5 Texas style home, horse barn, fenced & crossed fenced. Great place to raise a family, livestock or start a bed & breakfast. $739,000 PHALBA, CR 2301 - Custom Cowboy’s Dream w/3/2.5/2 on 31.84 ac w/horse barn, shop w/liv quarters & lighted arena. Gorgeous place - have to see it! $625,000

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(979) 992-3425 Austin County, Open rolling land, 53.59 acres. $509,000 Austin County, Mixed use ranch, near New Ulm, 95 acres. $836,000 Colorado County, Cattle ranch, good grass, scattered oaks, 131 acres. $999,293 Colorado County, Open land, FM frontage, near Cat Spring, 33 acres. $257,000 Colorado County, Nice high pasture, 2 ponds, 91 acres. $633,284 Fayette County, Cattle ranch, elevation changes, ponds, 145 acres. $997,000

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254 848-5263 office 537 Acres: Callahan Co., West Texas Surprise Gorgeous views on this elevated W. Texas Ranch. $1,069,000 392 Acres: McLennan County, Spring Valley Development: Perfect Development property in Lorena ISD. $1,940,400 378 Acres: McLennan County, Concord Ranch Hay field on Tehuacana Creek. $604,800 232 Acres: Coryell Co., Critter Mountain Ranch Current hay production on lower field. $673,985 265 Acres: Coryell County, Leon River Ranch Exceptional recreational ranch. $781,750 182 Acres: Limestone County, Garner Ranch Heavily wooded, Black land soil. $514,150 127 Acres: Hill County, Superior Deer and Recreational Property: Perfect opportunity to raise your family in the great outdoors. $742,500 51 Acres: McLennan Co., Capstone River Ranch Beautiful country estate nestled along the banks of the Brazos River. $1,660,000

Mason Real Estate, Inc. www.masonrecolorado.com

970 874-9968 Crawford, Colorado: Excellent equestrian setup!

Two homes-main home is 4,000± sq. ft., 4BD/3BA and 2nd home is a 3BD/2BA! 134± acres with 50± acres irrigated. Two water taps & well. Horse barn w/ tack room and living quarters, plus new 60x80 hay/equipment barn! Enjoy the wildlife and your very own trout pond! $1,450,000 Unaweep Canyon – Gateway, Colorado: 2 parcels, 160± acres ($259,000) and 182± acres ($299,000).

Borders Hwy. 141 & BLM. DOW Hunt Unit 61.

Encumbered with conservation easement but allows for one 5-acre building envelope per parcel.

Irrigated Farm Ground - Delta, Colorado: 118.66± irrigated acres with lovely, newer farmhouse! Big barn on property plus concrete ditches & gated pipe with this fertile farm ground. Development potential and all mineral rights included! $1,095,000

Fuller Western Real Estate www.fullerwestern.com

800 754-0544 Apishipa Ranch – Las Animas County, CO: Gorgeous 350 acres of prime southern Colorado. $960,000.

Bader Gulch Ranch – Washakie County, WY: 1,760± acre recreational & grazing ranch between Ten Sleep & Buffalo. $1,295,000.

Canyongate Ranch – Huerfano County, CO: Scenic 2,520± acre ranch near Gardner in the Wet Mountains.

Owner will sell lesser amounts. $875,000.

Central Canyongate Ranch – Huerfano County, CO: Scenic 200 acre ranch adjacent to BLM with rights to spring. $240,000.

D Bar T Ranch – Rio Blanco County, CO: On the banks of the White River with impressive home, irrigated meadows and BLM access. $2,200,000.

Deep Lake Canyon Ranch – Park County, WY: Spectacular 101 acre forest in-holding with nearly mile of fishing on Littlerock Creek. $1,500,000.

East Canyongate Ranch – Huerfano County, CO: 160 acres adjoining BLM & wilderness & rights to spring. $199,000.

Eight Feathers Ranch – Fremont County, WY: 240± acre ranch w/.5 mile of Little Wind River. $1,100,000.

H & H Ranch – Fremont County, CO: 4,000± acre guest operation w/ improvements and priority water. $1,100,000.

High Mesa Lodge – Huerfano County, CO: Nothing short of amazing 6,242 SF home on beautiful 97 acre ranch. $3,500,000.

Hy Meadow Fishing Ranch –Teller County, CO: Forest in-holding only 30 minutes from Colorado Springs w/ numerous lakes & home. $950,000.

Keeth Ranchette – Huerfano County, CO: Beautiful 140 acre gentleman’s ranch with fine owner’s home. $365,000.

Lazy L & B Ranch, Fremont Co., WY: Quintessential Western guest facility on 128 acres bordering a river. $1,995,000.

Lazy Y Ranch, Las Animas Co., CO: Great equestrian center on 80 acres in southern Colorado. $735,000.

Long Hollow Creek Ranch, Park County, WY: 474 acre cattle/horse operation w/improvements on Long Hollow Creek. $875,000.

McGarraugh Ranch, Saguache County, CO: 1,840 acres in the San Luis Valley. Good solar or wind potential. $910,800.

Roan Plateau Ranch, Garfield County, CO: 17,092 acre productive and profitable ranch with large oil/ gas reserves. $15,975,000.

San Luis Valley Cattle Ranch – Saguache County, CO: 2,911 acre cattle ranch is the fertile San Luis Valley of S. Colorado. Great water! $1,600,000.

Sybille Creek Wildlife Ranch – Platte County, WY: .5± mile of beautiful Sybille Creek also offers hunting for Whitetail, Mule, turkey and elk. $910,000.

Three Creek Ranch – Grant County, CO: This 50± acre parcel has trout rich Willow Creek run the entire property. $695,000.

Wagner Ranch – Huerfano County, CO: First class 1,280 acre cattle operation with good grass & water. $3,300,000.

West Canyongate Ranch – Huerfano County, CO: 760 deed acre ranch with BLM lease option. Phone & electric on corner. $380,000.

Wiant Ranch – Carbon County, WY: 1,990± acre ranch with great hay and water of Cedar Creek near Saratoga. $2,700,000.

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866-559-3478 Donde Ronde River Ranchette – NE Oregon River frontage at its finest with a cozy cabin and spectacular views! Fishing out your back door. Whether for a retreat home or full time, this 4.85-acre paradise going for only $295,000 161-Acre Mountain Ranch – Motivated sellers looking for offers! Beautiful NE Oregon property with home, shop, tack room. Just reduced! $225,000 5-Acre Oak Hill – Southern Oregon stunning mountains at their best! Buildable site, bring your horses and your hunting scope, too! Only $139,000 9.01-Acre Horse Property – Beautiful views of Mt. Mcloughlin in the infamous Rogue Valley. Motivated sellers! $149,900 Vale Valley Ranch – 86 Acres - HUGE price reduction! Live water year-round, no pumping costs.

Alfalfa production 4 tons/acre. 86 deeded with 60 irrigated acres; Remodeled home and 2 barns. Priced to sell! $349,000 Doc Cole Ranch - 20.06 acres nestled in quiet basin on fringe of Grants Pass, OR boasting privacy and serenity. Beautiful well loved home! Corral up your horses for this one! Price REDUCED to $699,500.

Colvin Ranch – PRICE REDUCED to $800/acre!

5 Miles of Riverfront, 4 creeks, multiple springs, merchantable timber, 87.7+ acres of water rights, fantastic feed and habitat for stock and game with unbelievable hunting!

Goose Lake Heaven Cattle Ranch – OR waterfowl hunter’s paradise. 5,078 acres can be split or both for only $5,799,000. JUST REDUCED!

307 334-2025 307 760-9510 406 697-3961 INDIAN CANYON RANCH—Fall River County SD: Exquisite beauty throughout 1,450± total acres: 1,000± deeded, 450± BLM lease. Nice improvements.

Elk, deer, turkeys & upland game birds. $1,250,000 HARDING COUNTY RANCH—Harding County SD: 2,861± deeded, 40± BLM lease & 344± private lease for 3,244± acres. Reservoirs, wells & pipeline provide water throughout ranch. $1,500,000 RED HILL RANCH—Fergus County MT: 1,278± acres in foothills of Big Snowy Mountains. Excellent wildlife habitat. $3,250,000 CAVE SPRINGS RANCH–Weston County WY: Beautiful & scenic 2,720± contiguous acres 3 miles north of Newcastle, WY. $2,846,400 TABLE MOUNTAIN RANCH–Larimer County CO: Beautiful, scenic 800± acres 25 miles north of Fort Collins. Freshwater spring. $4,000,000 LUCKY GATE RANCH—Goshen County, WY: 806± deeded acres with 210 irrigated acres. Additional income from permitted gravel pit. Two sets of improvements. $1,850,000

GR RANCH –Goshen County WY: 2 miles north of Lingle. 644± contiguous deeded acres: 528± deeded and 1168± BLM lease acres. 1/2 mile US Hwy 85 frontage. $237,000 HOAR PROPERTY—Laramie County WY: Productive 240±-deeded-acre farm. Two homes, corrals, outbuildings. Reduced to $375,000 BEAR MOUNTAIN TRACTS—Goshen County WY: Located on east-facing slopes of Bear Mountain. 432± acres: 312± deeded and 120± state lease acres. Excellent access. Several homesites available. $490,000

Live Water Properties www.LiveWaterProperties.com

866-734-6100 Finger Rock Ranch Yampa, Colorado – Routt County Finger Rock Ranch consists of 351 acres and lies in the heart of the picturesque Yampa Valley. The area has a rich history of tremendous Old West cattle drives as well as agricultural production and abundant recreational opportunities. The ranch is almost equidistant between Steamboat and Vail, with a short drive to everything necessary for entertainment and recreation. Finger Rock Ranch is a real opportunity for a Buyer to discover the privacy and beauty in the famous Yampa River Valley. Finger Rock Ranch could be used as an equestrian property, recreational headquarters or mountain getaway home. $985,000.

RE/MAX Parkside Real Estate Hugh Pitts • www.hughpitts.com

805-591-5226 Wine Country Home With Incredible Views on 191±-Acres - Escape to foothills of Edna Valley, within 5 miles of wineries, 7 miles from SLO, 12 miles from Pismo Beach and other tourist attractions. From this luxury home enjoy giant sycamore & live oaks along the year-round stream. (188019) $4,165,000 321±-Acre Wine Country Ranch - From this ideal location enjoy views from Pismo Dunes to Morro Bay & the surrounding winery-studded Edna Valley countryside. This property has a year-round stream, power and two water wells. (188020) $5,295,000 420±-Acre Coastal Mountain Hideaway - West Templeton privacy with panoramic views & numerous springs; seasonal creek, small pond, 35± GPM well & six underlying certificates of compliance. (149151) $2,585,000 Views & Vineyard on 100± Acres - Incredible view homesite with 5± acres of Rhone varietal vineyard, two 5,000-gallon water storage tanks, oak trees & seasonal creek. (188597) $1,350,000

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