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PUBLISHER LETTER Welcome to the Lands of Texas Magazine Fall Issue 2012! We are excited to present our biggest issue to date – 176 pages of the finest properties, brokers and industry information. We love land and everything about it. We see land and rural living as a way of life.

Land is real. A solid investment. Rural living often goes hand in hand with real people and solid family values.

One of my favorite quotes is by John Adams who said, “Land is the only good and wise investment.” I was speaking with a good friend recently who manages large stock investments. We were talking about the state of the nation, the economy, etc., and he was recounting the heavy loss he took awhile back in the stock market. I commented that he should have invested in land. His reply was that land was not a liquid enough investment for him. I agreed that it wasn’t as liquid as his stocks that literally went down the drain overnight. That’s a little too liquid for me. Had he invested in land, he would still have a tangible asset and the enjoyment of rural living to boot.

My love of rural life began when I was just a kid. My family had property in the Hill Country where we spent our summers and holidays. I remember long, hot summer days exploring the outdoors, working in the garden and cooling off in the river. Holidays were especially memorable.

I distinctly recall sitting at the long family table on Thanksgiving Day as my grandfather tried to convince his wide-eyed, skeptical grandchildren that the wild turkey we were eating was caught and put to sleep, not killed. All the while, some of us would be biting into #6 lead shot.

I harvested my first deer on that ranch at 8 years old with a Winchester Model 93 30-30 while sitting in my grandfather’s lap. Wonderful memories indeed. My eight-year-old son, Ty, shot this boar hog last year with a single shot 410 while sitting in my lap.

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Just minutes out of the quaint town of Fredericksburg lies this gentlemen’s ranch that has a little of everything. The topsoil is perfect for growing grass, horses and cattle. There are several large fields planted in Coastal and Klien grasses that are knee deep. The main home is set off of the road offering great privacy and serenity.

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The equine improvements include a twelve-stall horse barn, another barn with three stalls, apartment and equipment storage, a round pen and arena. The Fredericksburg sandy soil is perfect for the horses. This a gorgeous estate.

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FROM THE EDITOR Hello, my name is Lauret and I’m a blogoholic

Yes, I’m obsessed with blogs! I have multiple ones that I follow regularly, mostly about my passions - interior design, architecture, graphic design, faith, fitness, beauty and fashion. I mean, I’m a chick. What did you expect?

If you’re new to blogs, let me break it down for you: Now, you Definition: A blog is a frequent, chronological publication of may ask yourself personal thoughts and web links.

“Why would I be Information: A blog is often a mixture of what is happening in interested in checking a person’s life or in business’s world and what is happening on out a blog? What’s in it for me?” You’d be surprised at the web. A kind of hybrid diary/guide site, although there are as how may different blogs (I mean thousands and thousands) that many unique types of blogs as there are people. exist which are relatable to every single person out there. For our Lands of Texas readers, you may be interested to find out that there are so many blogs out there about hunting, land ownership, investing, etc, and, of course, real estate! Given the public blog infatuation,, you probably aren’t surprised to know that we have an awesome blog at Lands of Texas.com! It’s a great blog for buyers, sellers and brokers alike. You’ll find some recent posts on page 45 of this issue!

Check out our blog online - landsoftexas.com/ blog.

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“Hunting wild boar is a keenly held tradition in the Mississippi Delta. Fraught with danger, it challenges the hunter, observer, wildlife enthusiast, and landowner alike. Panther Tract is an insider’s observance of extraordinary hunting, southern hospitality, camaraderie, and the love of dogs, horses, and hair-raising excitement.

The 160 photographs are representative of a “day at the hunt,” starting at dawn and ending well after dark. The tales center on vivid hunting experiences, both at Panther Tract, a large wilderness paradise in Yazoo County, owned by legendary southern gentleman Howard Brent, and in other locations in the Mississippi Delta.

The narratives come from men, women, doctors, lawyers, judges, businessmen, politicians, farmers, sharecroppers’ sons, and even a Hollywood screenwriter.”

Melody Golding is an author, photographer, artist and a friend of mine living here in Vicksburg, MS, where I live. Her books include Panther Tract: Wild Boar Hunting in the Mississippi Delta and Katrina: Mississippi Women Remember.

The Smithsonian Institute’s National Museum of American History Archives Center acquired her solo documentary exhibit about Hurricane Katrina. Her photographs are on display in the Congressional Hearing Room at the Department of Homeland Security and have been featured in solo exhibitions at The National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington, D.C., and at colleges, universities and museums. Her work is in many private and public collections and she has written for various statewide publications.

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Tips to Lower Your Risk From

Wildfire ildfires burned from border to border across the Lone Star State last year, fueled by one of the worst droughts in Texas history.

One Texas blaze — the Rockhouse Fire in Jeff Davis County — made a 20-mile run in just six hours, on its way to burning more than 314,000 acres. Another fire, the Bastrop Complex, destroyed 1,660 homes, more than any other wildfire in Texas history.

The 2011 fire season would be deemed the most destructive the state has ever seen. More than 30,000 wildfires burned a total of 3.9 million acres and destroyed almost 3,000 homes.

Although Texas has fared better this year, thanks to timely rains in many regions of the state, the mountain states were victims of wildfire in late spring and early summer. Nationally, more than 3.8 million acres had burned as of mid-July.

But there is a glimmer of hope amidst the tragedies. More than 39,000 homes were saved last year — either through the actions of firefighters or defensible measures taken by homeowners long before a fire ignited.

Preventive Measures Necessary in Rural Areas Melanie Spradling, wildland urban interface specialist for Texas Forest Service, recalls how weather conditions aligned for nine days in 2011, fueling what’s known as a southern plains wildfire outbreak.

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Such an outbreak — also called a “firestorm” — occurs when above-average surface temperatures and an unstable atmosphere converge with dry west-southwest winds across an area with low relative humidity.

“When these conditions are in place, aggressive firefighting techniques don’t work,” Spradling says. “The best thing you can do is get people out of harm’s way.”

There were, however, instances in which homes survived wildfire last year due to defensible actions taken by homeowners.

“Take a look at your house and imagine a fire running toward it,” Spradling says. “Any combustible material immediately surrounding your home serves as fuel for a fire. Simple things like clearing an area of defensible space can actually end up saving your home.”

Texas Panhandle rancher Ronnie Brown credits a plowed firebreak with saving his ranch home during a wildfire in 2006. Although the fire scorched 22,000 acres of his land, killed more than 20 head of cattle and destroyed 72 miles of fence on his ranch near Wheeler, Texas, he says his family was lucky. “The fire came within 50 yards of our home, but we had some ground plowed behind the house, and that turned it back,” he says.

Because many rural areas are in the heart of the wildland-urban interface, wildfire is a real threat. Following are some steps homeowners should consider.

Maintain a defensible space around your home.

Remove or reduce flammable material in an area that extends at least 30 feet from your house in all directions — the farther, the better. Keep this zone well-irrigated and mowed. Keep grass short for a distance of 30 to 50 feet around structures. Prune shrubs and cut back tree branches, especially within 15 feet of your chimney, power lines or other structures. Relocate combustible materials, including propane tanks and firewood.

Remove leaves and debris from the roof, gutters or downspouts that could easily be ignited by hot embers. Keep fire tools handy, such as connected garden hoses, a shovel and a bucket or two for water. If the house is on a slope, increase the defensible zone to at least 75 feet. Fire travels 16 times faster up a slope than on level ground.

Landscape with less flammable plants.

Choose plants and trees with high moisture content in the leaves and low oil or resin content. Plants with strong smells, such as rosemary, have more oil and are more volatile. Consider whether a plant is tight-branched or airy. The denser a plant, the more heat it will generate if it burns. Also, take out ladder fuels, which are subsequent plantings of grass and groundcovers, shrubs and then trees that carry fire from vegetation to a structure.

Low-flammability plants often have broad, moist leaves and a loose branching pattern. They may be deciduous, healthy, selfpruning plants that grow slowly.

High-flammability plants often have dry, dense leaves or needles or grass-like leaves. They frequently are unhealthy evergreen plants that retain dead leaves and branches and grow quickly.

Incorporate rock into the landscaping.

An 18- to 36-inch border of gravel around the home and wooden attachments, including fences, can reduce the spread of wildfire.

Other options are to incorporate stone paths, gravel, big rocks, stone walls and raised planters into the landscape. Such “hardscaping” will break up the contiguous planting and help to slow fire.

Use construction materials that are fire-resistant or noncombustible.

The roof is the most vulnerable part of any structure. Consider using materials such as Class-A asphalt shingles, slate or clay tile, metal or cement and concrete products. Additionally, the inclusion of a fire-resistant sub-roof adds protection.

Wall materials that resist heat and flames include cement, plaster, stucco and concrete masonry. These choices are better than vinyl, which can soften and melt.

Make it easier for fire response units.

All road signs and house address numbers should be reflective, made of noncombustible materials and visible from the road.

Three-inch reflective lettering is recommended to help emergency

responders find your home in the dark or heavy smoke. A driveway that is at least 12 feet wide with a vertical clearance of 15 feet provides access for emergency vehicles.

Tim Knesek, senior vice president in Capital Farm Credit’s La Grange office, urges property owners to encourage utility companies to trim trees from right-of-ways, rather than discourage their efforts. Low-hanging branches could be the fuel that causes the next fire to jump the road, notes Knesek, who had several customers lose property during the Bastrop fire last year.

He also encourages rural residents to support their local volunteer fire departments. “You never know when you’ll need their help,” he comments.

Develop a disaster plan.

Take a few minutes to discuss an emergency plan with your family. Remember to consider your pets and to plan two escape routes out of your home and out of your neighborhood.

Fire Prevention Strategies for Rural Landowners Fire prevention experts offer these tips to help landowners prepare for wildfire.

Establish firebreaks — Firebreaks are strips of fireresistant vegetation, bare ground or a combination that serve to slow the fire. Install them between buildings and fields, and along fences and roadways, by plowing or blading wide strips of land.

Fight fire with fire — Prescribed burns can decrease wildfire danger by reducing fuel loads. It is important, however, that a prescribed burn be carried out under precise weather conditions by people trained in the use of fire as a management tool. Many government agencies, including the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and state Extension services, can be a great help in developing a burn plan.

Watch your actions — According to the U.S. Forest Service, 76 percent of southern wildfires are caused by humans.

Many wildfires have been accidently set by well-meaning landowners performing everyday activities, such as burning debris, welding or simply driving across a dry field. Be watchful of catalytic converters. Equip all machinery with proper spark arrestors. When welding, be sure the work area is free of grass and debris. Have a spotter and water source handy. Before outdoor burning, check with your local forestry commission about burn bans and contact district offices for permits.

Article provided by Farm Credit Bank of Texas. For fire prevention resources and help creating a wildfire action plan, visit the Texas Forest Service at http://txforestservice.tamu.edu/main/article.aspx?id=15378.

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East Town Creek Ranch

157± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 1005917

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On the outskirts of Kerrville, Texas, along the historic Western Cattle Trail to Dodge City, Kansas, and beyond is this 157Âą-acre Town Creek Estate Ranch. The main residence overlooks a beautiful lake on Town Creek and is comprised of 17,000 square feet. The estate is perfectly situated and configured for luxury living and lavish or relaxed Texas Hill Country entertainment. The estate accentuates indoor and outdoor living with a large 50- by 30-foot pool and spa, outdoor fireplaces, and fire pits for outside entertainment during the mild Hill Country nights.

The estate is open and bright with two art galleries filled with western art, one leading to the master bedroom suite and the other connecting the main living areas to the game room and trophy room wing. The home features a large living room, library, dining room, den, sun room, and a large country kitchen with utility room. Six large fireplaces located in the main living areas and in the bedroom suites keep the estate warm and cheerful during chilly winter nights. Outside the den area is an outdoor fireplace situated on a covered porch overlooking the pool, which provides an ideal cocktail hour venue.

There are four bedrooms, each with en suite baths, and a guest suite with a panoramic view of the main lake, horse paddocks, and hills. The master suite features a large two-story master bedroom with fireplace, two adjacent gyms, and his and her bathrooms. Upstairs from the master bedroom is a large main office, secondary office, loggia, map room, half bath, and coffee bar. A long covered porch off the office suite overlooks the pool and main lake.

From the main den there is a wide art gallery hall leading to a 40 foot by 27 foot game room with fireplace overlooking the pool. Another wide gallery decorated with wildlife art and scenes of Africa leads to a 60 foot by 40 foot trophy room featuring a full kitchen and an adjoining antique bar room accented by a real antique bar and walls of antique long leaf pine. Upstairs from the bar is the palatial guest suite overlooking the lake, outside fire pit, and views beyond.

If the estate home itself is not enough, consider that the lakes have been stocked for over 20 years with a bountiful habitat of world-class Florida bass and large catfish. The estate grounds feature a thoroughbred horse barn, tack room, and office. Close by is a large shop, work areas, green house, and air conditioned storage room. There are many separately high fenced pens and alleys designed for the efficient handling of exotic animals and white tailed deer. Large high fenced fields allow for the enjoyment of many exotic animals such as greater kudu, nyala, zebra, red deer, aoudad, axis, blackbuck, or any other beautiful creatures that the new owner chooses to enjoy.

There is a Iarge three-bedroom, two-bath guest house also located on Town Creek featuring beautiful outdoor porches, decks and outdoor fire pit.

Can you imagine that just five minutes from downtown Kerrville, with all its amenities, restaurants, regional hospital, and the beautiful Guadalupe River, there exists an iconic Texas ranch estate which captures the peace, privacy, and beauty of the Texas Hill Country? Come and see for yourself.

Price: $5,750,000

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Our 30 years of experience, technical expertise and relationships will help provide you with the answers you need. Assisting our client base of real estate agents, attorneys, lending institutions and of course landowners, in making informed decisions is our highest priority.

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The Truth about Fracing

FEATURE ARTICLE What is fracing “Fracing in conjunction with horizontal drilling in reservoirs once thought to be only marginally producible or even un-producible, has significantly changed the oil and gas business regarding targeted geologic horizons for exploration, such as certain shale formations,” says Tony Fears, Consultant and Owner of Fears Energy Associates, Inc. “These technologies enable oil and gas companies to develop and produce in areas that were previously left unexplored. Fracing (from the word fracturing) has been used for over sixty years and describes the process whereby rock, is fractured using fresh water and other fluids to release oil and gas trapped in layers of sediment generally thousands of feet below the surface of the earth.”

Currently fracing is the only method available to reach high production locations well below aquifer levels. Production areas thought to be depleted can be re-drilled or fractured to remove deposits at much deeper levels. Texas is purported to have natural gas reserves to supply needs of the United States for 100 years.

As with most new technology – problems, accusations, and regulatory issues arise – some well-founded, some solely speculative, and others totally untrue with no basis for concern. People become disturbed when fleets of drilling equipment, trucks and other construction vehicles appear on highways and roads and large numbers of technicians invade a small Texas town looking for food, drink, and a place to stay.

monitor this explosion of activity could also lead to one of the greatest environmental and public health challenges of our time.”

Most peripheral problems have been solved by industry, but fresh water use for fracing looms as the most valid complication that exists now and for the future. A recent independent study by The University of Texas showed no evidence that fracing -- hydraulic fracturing of shale to extract natural gas – is contaminating groundwater. The study conducted by the university’s Energy Institute was funded solely by The University of Texas with no help from industry. Few other studies exist because technology continues to develop so rapidly.

“Even though one may often characterize a producing well from a certain formation as being typical, wells throughout the state can vary tremendously in depth, producing rates, rock lithology, and methods of completion,” says Tony Fears (no relation to the author, Janelle Fears).

Barry Smitherman, Chairman of the Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) says “The Railroad Commission is encouraging the use of new technologies that allow producers to recycle the water they use in hydraulic fracturing. In addition, companies like Chevron and Marathon are using cutting edge developments to spur production without using drinking water. Chevron is using a waterless system based on propane gel, and Marathon is using a solution based on guar bean (an Indian plant that looks like a green bean). Already the amount of water it takes to produce a barrel of oil has been reduced drastically and I’m committed to making sure water use continues to drop in the future. The energy industry must be a good neighbor to farmers, ranchers and others who rely on the land and the water under it.”

Chesapeake Energy is active in the Barnett Shale in East Texas, among other areas, and uses approximately four million gallons of water per fractured well which is the equivalent to six minutes of daily water use in New York City. According to the USDA’s Farm and Ranch Irrigation Survey, approximately four million gallons of water is used to irrigate 6.75 acres of corn for a season in the Southern Plains. This is also the quantity required for growing enough corn to make 5.1 gallons of ethanol. With last year’s drought¸ the oil and gas industry’s consumption of water is minimal compared to other users in the state such as municipalities and agriculture.

Fracing fluids

Environmental concerns

Additives make up less than 0.5 percent of the total fluid used in hydraulic fracturing and typically water represents the remaining 99.5 percent. Although industry may have more than 200 compounds that can be used in hydraulic fracing fluid, any single job may use only a handful. Each additive is designed for a specific engineered intent.

An article in The American Statesman stated, “Our state and nation do not have a cohesive regulatory policy to assure the American people that this highly lucrative activity – which entails controversial drilling and fracing techniques – is safe for our air, water, land, and health. The lack of adequate regulations and enforcement at the state and federal level to

Slickwater is a water-based fluid currently being used for fracture treatments in gas shale areas. It is water mixed with friction reducing additives, primarily potassium chloride (a common table salt substitute).

Addition of friction reducers allows pumping of fracturing fluids and prop pant to the target zone at a higher rate with reduced pressure than

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Fracing (from the word fracturing) has been used for over sixty years and describes the process whereby rock, is fractured using fresh water and other fluids to release oil and gas trapped in layers of sediment generally thousands of feet below the surface of the earth.” if only water is used. Prop pant is sand or other materials used to “prop” open the fractures.

To prevent micro-organism growth and to reduce biofouling of the fractures, biocides are used in the mixture. Oxygen scavengers and other stabilizers that prevent corrosion of metal pipes plus acids to remove drilling mud buildup within or near the wellbore area are additional additives commonly included. Hydraulic Fracturing Disclosure Rule in the Texas House Bill 3228 requires operators to list on the FracFocus website specific fluids used in hydraulic fracing treatments.

“The RRC rules require that any time an oil, gas or injection/disposal well is drilled, the surface casing has to be below the depth of usable quality water to protect the state’s water resources,” says Smitherman. “Since usable quality water levels vary throughout the state, the Commission‘s Groundwater Advisory Unit performs an essential function in determining specific groundwater protection depths for each new well.”

Strict well construction requirements by RRC include several layers of steel casings and cement to protect groundwater. RRC requires casing monitoring gauges, so if there is a problem, it is easily and quickly identified.

Typically fracturing dynamics are different with every drilled well, but they can be minute (half the size of a human hair) and their length can range from 100 to several hundred feet.

Oil and gas activity occurs statewide with more than 280,000 active wells. Fracing and flowback fluid disposal wells have been blamed for earthquakes. These suspect quakes are almost always on or near an existing fault line.

“I know of no data linking hydraulic fracturing to earthquakes,” says Tony Fears.

Texas geology generally isolates fracturing activity sometimes located a mile or more below aquifers. Thousands of feet of impervious rock between the fresh water and fracing zones, makes safer fracing with little risk of polluting usable fresh water sites. The RRC’s well construction rules and rigorous regulatory oversight keep Texas wells safer than most other states.

Janelle Fears janellefears@earthlink.net

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Can Hunting Endangered Animals S av e t he S p ec i e s ?

LAND NEWS (CBS News) The scimitar horned oryx, the addax, the dama gazelle -- three elegant desert antelope that you’d hope to see on a journey through Africa, except that their numbers are dwindling there. Which is why Lara Logan went to Texas -- yes, Texas. There, on large grassland ranches, some exotic species that are endangered in the wild have been brought back in large numbers. But there’s a catch: a percentage of the herd is hunted every year by hunters who pay big money for a big catch. The ranchers say this limited “culling” gives them the money they need to care for the animals and conserve the species. But animal rights activists don’t buy that argument, claiming the hunts are “canned” and that hunting is wholly inconsistent with conservancy.

The following script is from “Big Game Hunting” which originally aired on Jan. 29, 2012 and was rebroadcast on June 10, 2012 . Lara Logan is the correspondent. Max McClellan, producer.

Where can you find some of the best big game hunting in the world? As we first reported in January, it’s a place that may surprise you. Tonight, we’re going to take you on a journey into a world that many people don’t even know exists.

To get the best view, we flew by helicopter over this vast terrain. From the air, we could see herds of African antelope and zebra charging across the wide open spaces. It looks remarkably like Africa, but it’s not. This is Texas.

Here in the Lone Star State the iconic Texas longhorn now shares the range with more than a quarter million animals from Asia, Africa, Europe. Today, Texas has more exotic wildlife than any other place on earth.

These images were filmed on Texas ranches back in 1975. The ranchers liked the novelty of these strange animals on their properties. But what started as a curiosity has evolved into a major achievement in wildlife conservation, by helping to bring back three African antelope from the brink of extinction, according to Charly Seale.

Seale: Our members own more numbers of rare and endangered species than any other association in the world. Three of our biggest successes have been the scimitar horned oryx, the addax and the dama gazelle. Our numbers have absolutely just skyrocketed in the last, last 15-20 years.

Logan: So, these animals are thriving in Texas while they’re still endangered or extinct in their native lands?

Seale: Yes.

Lara Logan: How many exotics do you have in Texas?

Logan: So are they still endangered in your view?

Seale: Absolutely not, not in Texas.

How did thousands of Texas ranches become home to the largest population of exotic animals on earth?

It’s thanks to trophy hunters like Paul, who come here in the thousands to hunt these animals every year, sold on the idea of an African hunting experience in Texas. It’s open season on close to 100 species of exotic game all the time here because exotic animals are considered private property. Paul allowed us to come with him as he went on this hunt if we agreed to use only his first name.

[Paul: I’ve been looking forward to this hunt for several months now and I’m just pumped.]

Charly Seale: I think our last count there’s like 125 different species here in Texas.

Charly Seale is a fourth generation rancher and the executive director of the Exotic Wildlife Association based here in the heart of the Texas hill country. It’s his job to represent the interests of some 5,000 exotic ranchers across North America.

Logan: So would you say Texas has the most non-native species of animals?

Seale: Oh, yes, absolutely.

It all began more than half a century ago with surplus animals from zoos.

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Here, he and a guide are searching for a scimitar horned oryx for him to take home as a trophy. If they find one, it’ll cost Paul $4,500. Other animals, like this dama gazelle, cost around $10,000. And the rarest, a cape buffalo, has a $50,000 price tag. Exotic wildlife has become a billion dollar industry in Texas supporting more than 14,000 jobs.

For two days, Paul and his guide searched this 30,000 acre ranch just two hours outside San Antonio for an oryx, but they didn’t find any. Animal rights groups accuse the ranchers of making the hunts too easy, but that’s not what we witnessed in this case. Six months later, we met up with Paul when he came back to try his luck again on another ranch.

Seale: I can do that for the simple reason that I know it’s for the welfare of every one of those animals, you sacrifice one so that many more are born and raised from calves all the way up to the big trophy male or the big trophy females that we have.

Priscilla Feral: I think that’s ludicrous. I think it’s immoral. And I don’t think anybody’s entitled to do that.

Priscilla Feral is president of Friends of Animals, an international animal rights organization. For the past seven years, she’s been fighting in court to stop these rare African antelope from being hunted in Texas.

We were curious to know whether it bothered him that the animal he was hunting is officially extinct in the wild.

Feral: They’re breeding these antelopes, they’re selling the antelopes, and they’re killing the antelopes. And they’re calling it conserving them. They are saying it’s an act of conservation and that’s lunacy.

Logan: You would rather they did not exist in Texas at all?

Logan: Do you care about this species? Do you care if this species goes extinct?

Paul: Oh yes I do.

Feral: I don’t want to see them on hunting ranches. I don’t want to see them dismembered. I don’t want to see their value in body parts. I think it’s obscene. I don’t think you create a life to shoot it.

Logan: Why do you want to kill them?

Paul: The money that I spend to hunt these animals keeps these animals alive on these ranches.

You may be surprised to learn that the U.S. government agrees with that. For years it’s allowed the scimitar horned oryx and two other endangered antelope to be hunted on U.S. soil. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has concluded that “hunting...provides an economic incentive for...ranchers to continue to breed these species,” and that “hunting...reduces the threat of the species’ extinction.”

On ranches like this, they say they don’t allow more than 10 percent of a herd to be hunted per year. After six hours, Paul and his guide have finally spotted some oryx. They were about 150 yards away, and they thought they had found a suitable target. He got ready to take a shot.

[Paul: Okay, is that the one, Are you sure?]

Seale: Our biggest enemy are the animal rights people. They don’t understand what we do.

Logan: What’s to understand, I mean, you’re hunters? You hunt these exotic animals. That’s pretty simple.

Seale: It is, but there are a faction of people out there that would just as soon see these animals go extinct as to have us use them for sp- to hunt and after all, that is the bottom line. That’s what these animals are all about. That’s why they are here in the numbers that they’re here today.

[David Bamberger: You’re at the first place that this, this is where it all began.]

83-year-old Texan David Bamberger has spent more than 30 years fighting to save one of these antelope, the scimitar horned oryx, from extinction. He brought us to where it all began, in this small pasture which he calls the Sahara on his 5,500 acre ranch.

Paul hit the target with one bullet.

Bamberger: Here they go!

Seale: Hunters are the, are the main conservationists in this whole equation.

Logan: Look at that, they’re beautiful. Oh, look at the babies in the front.

Logan: Can you call yourselves conservationists when your purpose, your intent, the thing that’s driving it is to hunt the animals and to kill them?

Seale: Absolutely. That’s, that’s why these animals thrive it’s because of that, that value that they have to the hunting community.

Logan: You know, just because people are willing to pay large amounts of money for those trophies doesn’t make it right.

Seale: I can’t let these animals just freely roam around my ranch. I can’t do it. I won’t do it.

Logan: Do you love these animals?

Seale: Absolutely.

Logan: How can you kill something you love?

You almost have to remind yourself that this is not Africa. It’s Johnson City, Texas. This beautiful animal has horns that can grow as long as four feet and resemble the curved blade of a scimitar. It’s believed by some to have inspired the myth of the unicorn.

Bamberger: They tell me it’s the only African antelope known to be able to kill a lion.

They vanished decades ago from the deserts of Egypt, Senegal, Chad - all the places where they first walked the Earth more than two million years ago.

Bamberger: They wouldn’t be here and alive if we hadn’t taken some action 30 years ago.

In the late 1970s, Bamberger offered to devote more than 600 acres of his property to save an endangered animal at his own expense. American zoos sent him nearly all of the remaining known genetic stock of scimitar horned oryx in

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stable or growing.

Logan: The numbers, you can’t argue with that?

Condy: When you’re talking about conservation, it’s the numbers that are the bottom line.

But for Priscilla Feral, the bottom line is that these animals should not be hunted. She’s helped create a reserve in Senegal for 175 orxy and in court, she’s winning the legal battle she’s been fighting for years to stop them from being hunted in the U.S. In April, a new rule issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service took effect, making it a crime to hunt the scimitar horned oryx -- and two other endangered antelope -- without a federal permit. Texas ranchers are challenging the new rule in court.

Bamberger: I’ve got ranchers that I started them out on with half a dozen animals that got 200 now.

Logan: But if you’re a conservationist, and you’ve given up your land, you’ve given up thousands, millions of dollars to save this species. Yet you’re not against hunting them?

Seale: Just since the announcement of that rule the value of those animals has probably dropped in half. You’ve got to understand, I’m a rancher to make a profit, just like any business.

Logan: How does this rule change affect that?

Bamberger: Well, I wouldn’t do it here. I’m not fond of it at all, but I’m wise enough, smart enough to know if there’s no incentive, if altruism is the only incentive you’re not gonna get a great deal of participation on someone whose livelihood depends on bringing in dollars.

Seale: I will say that in five years you’ll see half the numbers that you see today.

[Logan: You’d think you were in Africa, look at the giraffe sitting there]

Feral: The future for oryxes is Africa. It’s not Texas.

We turned to one of the world’s top conservationists, Pat Condy, who lives in Texas, to find out what he thought.

Logan: Can the future not be both? Don’t they have a greater chance of survival

Pat Condy: That’s the scimitar horned oryx. Altogether, on different ranches, many different ranches, there are somewhere between six and 10 thousand of these animals.

Feral: In their native lands.

Pat Condy has devoted his life to saving animals and he showed us around the Fossil Rim Wildlife Center outside of Dallas which he runs. It’s a world leader in breeding rare and endangered animals.

And I would venture to guess in 10 years they’ll be virtually none of ‘em left.

the more of them there are?

Logan: Regardless of where they are?

Feral: I don’t think you can say regardless of where they are. A Texas hunting ranch is not the same as being in a reserve in Senegal.

And it’s also a place where tourists can get closer to these beautiful creatures than they ever could in the wild.

Logan: Do you think that Texas ranches are saving animals from extinction?

Condy: Put the hunting aspect to one side, and take a 50,000 foot view over this, this resource of a species that is extinct in the wild is going to disappear now from Texas, slowly but surely.

Condy: There’s no question about it, that they are.

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Logan: So who’s winning the day here?

Condy: I don’t think anybody’s winning the day. One thing is for sure, they are losing it. Those species are losing it.

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Bear Creek Ranch Breeds Big Typical Deer

Bear Creek Ranch is owned by the Coalson family of Mac A. Coalson Farm & Ranch Real Estate and is located in Palo Pinto County. The Central Texas ranch is diversified with cattle and wildlife in addition to a whitetail deer breeding operation. Wildlife on the ranch includes large flocks of turkeys, some bobcats, a few coyotes, squirrels, raccoons, a variety of song birds and small lakes stocked with bass and sunfish.

Outdoor experiences build state economy Provision of outdoor adventures to urbanites by Texas ranchers and landowners add a significant number of dollars to the state’s economy.

Hunter impact on Texas economy was reported in June 2011 by AgriLife Extension. The data for this report were gathered in 2010 through studies in which nine counties participated. Monetary values of hunter appreciation events hosted by the counties and hunting related expenditures by hunters who attended these events were tabulated.

to outstanding bucks by artificial insemination. Record keeping and monitoring their offspring were instrumental in the success of our genetic improvement plan. Breeding great sires to great does moved our program to the next level.”

The study report stated that each county experienced its own economic impact from hunters introducing new money into local economies.

Impacts from non-local hunters ranged from $272,500 in gross sales and 2.3 full- and part-time jobs to $2.3 million in gross sales and 17.2 jobs. Impact amounts were dependent upon the number of non-resident hunters and their spending patterns, in addition to spending by resident hunters.

“We sell semen from outstanding sires to other breeders for genetic improvement in deer under their care,” continues Coalson. “Semen is available from well-known sires on our property including Baja, Achilles, Texas Kingpin, Excalibur and The Unknown Soldier. Both does and sires are sold to other breeders and to ranches for improving deer herds in their pastures. We also release deer from our permitted breeding facilities into our ranch.”

“The most popular reason for hunting in the surveyed counties was spending time with family and friends (61.4% of survey respondents),” the report states. “Enjoying the rural atmosphere (33.5%) and seeing vast quantities of wildlife (32.2%) were other popular reasons for hunting. The opportunity to harvest a trophy animal was an important consideration for 21.6% of the respondents.”

Food and habitat

Wildlife ranch customers expect to see numerous deer in good body condition with the males bearing beautiful sets of antlers regardless of whether the outdoor enthusiasts are hunting, photographing, or just watching. A primary objective of the Bear Creek Ranch is to fulfill these market needs by producing a whitetail deer herd with typical large antlers. The ranch manages for high-quality deer in natural habitat to provide hunters with memorable outdoor experiences.

Providing what the customer wants Bear Creek Ranch is committed to managing deer for genetic improvement while improving and protecting their habitat. Their deer have typical Texas antlers with big wide frames, a balanced number of long, cylindrical tines and high Boone & Crocket scores. Good genetics, age and nutrition are required to produce this type of animal.

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Genetics don’t produce good animals without proper nutrition and good habitat. Basic nutrients required by whitetail deer for body growth and maintenance include protein, minerals, vitamins and energy in the form of fats and carbohydrates. If range and pastures are in good condition, deer can obtain most of their nutrient requirements from browsing native vegetation.

A deer’s natural diet consists of primarily forbs (non-woody broad-leaf plants) and browse (plants with woody stems). Grass is only about 19 percent of their diet. In contrast, grass comprises 85 to 90 percent of a cow’s diet with an occasional ingestion of forbs.

“Beef cattle are an important part of our operation,” says Coalson. “They are pastured in areas where we need grass control. We have a real fear of wild fires and cattle control the fuel load. Grass control also enhances forb growth for the deer and other wildlife. The cattle are a nice income stream for the ranch because of current cattle prices.”

“Both warm season and cool season food plots are planted when sufficient moisture is available,” continues Coalson. “We plant lablab and haygrazer in late winter or early spring and a mixture of oats, rye, wheat, arrowleaf clover, turnips and crimson clover in the fall. We often use the plots to supplement our cattle as well as deer. A commercial feed is routinely fed to the deer to replace nutrient deficits in the native browse and forage.”

Woody plants (brush) are not only important for providing deer browse,

but they also furnish cover for loafing, escape and thermal protection.

Deer often forage in areas with little cover and use brushy areas for escape. The animals generally prefer woody brush and trees interspersed within open areas at an approximate 3-to-1 ratio of woody cover to

openings. The mosaic pattern of brush and clearing on the Bear Creek Ranch provides good habitat and ample space for viewing wildlife in a pristine environment.

The importance of maintaining habitat in good condition can’t be overemphasized. It is critical that deer numbers be kept in balance with habitat and correct buck to doe ratios are maintained.

“When we bought the ranch, there were six or seven does for every buck,” states Coalson. “Through selective harvest we now have a buck to doe ratio of one to two. Our goal is a ratio of one to one. By reducing the buck to doe ratio and adding the new genetics, we have improved herd quality tremendously.”

A deer census is conducted annually on the Bear Creek Ranch. If the data show that there are too many deer, a selective harvest is undertaken.

These practices help maintain both deer and habitat condition.

Hunters and outdoor enthusiasts generate significant amounts of revenue for the Texas economy and they will continue to do so as long as they can observe big deer with typical, high-scoring antlers in addition to other wildlife. McAllen Coalson and the Bear Creek Ranch are doing their part through proper management techniques. Quality deer, a diversity of wildlife and the fine herd of crossbred cattle in a peaceful setting provide great recreation for guests and family.

Robert Fears Field Editor and Contributing Writer robertfears@earthlink.net 512.868.9306

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A N e w D a y : S h e dd i n g L i g h t o n G r o u nd w a t e r O w n e r s h i p i n T e x as

In Texas, ownership of water is based largely on whether it qualifies as surface water or groundwater. Surface water – generally, the water in rivers, lakes, streams, and the Gulf of Mexico – is owned by the state and held in trust for the public. Groundwater, on the other hand, is not publicly owned and has been subject to the rule of capture since the Texas Supreme Court issued the East decision in 1904. Often referred to as the “law of the biggest pump,” the rule of capture simply provides that a landowner has the right to withdrawal groundwater without incurring liability for losses to neighboring wells – it does not speak to ownership of the water prior to capture and extends no protection to landowners whose groundwater interests may be affected by heavy (nonwasteful) pumping on neighboring land.

In the years following East, the Texas Legislature and voting public paved the way for the creation of groundwater conservation districts (GCDs) that could provide balance and help protect neighboring landowners from the law of the biggest pump. But questions of whether a landowner holds a constitutionally protected property right in groundwater in place continued to arise, both at the Texas Legislature and the Texas Supreme Court. The Texas Legislature responded to the question first, adopting Senate Bill (SB) 332 in 2011, recognizing that a landowner owns the groundwater below the surface as real property, subject to regulation by GCDs. In February, the Texas Supreme Court also weighed in on the question when it issued its long-awaited decision in Edwards Aquifer Authority v. Day and McDaniel. In its decision, the Court reiterated SB 332’s language, holding that a landowner has a property interest in the groundwater under his or her property, subject to the rule of capture and reasonable regulation by a GCD. The Court went a step further, suggesting that an overly restrictive regulatory scheme without justification may result in a compensable taking of private property, as judged by the facts of a particular case.

The Court in Day found that the Edwards Aquifer Authority acted in complete accord with its state mandated regulatory scheme (which is more restrictive than regulations implemented by most other GCDs, as they are governed by a different statutory regime), but remanded the case to the district court for a determination of whether the implementation of those regulations in fact constituted a taking as to the Day plaintiffs. It included in its analysis factors that should be considered by the lower court, including economic impacts, the extent of interference with reasonable investment-backed expectations, and the nature or character of the regulation.

Though the Day case is groundbreaking in that it is the first time Texas courts have held that landowners possess a constitutionally protected property right in groundwater in place, it appears that the practical effects of the case on most GCDs will likely be minor. Indeed, GCDs exist to protect private property rights and will continue to do so, balancing interests to prevent damage among property owners, avoid land subsidence, protect private wells, and ensure a continued and sustainable water supply into the future. In this regard, GCDs are no different than counties, municipalities, and other local governmental entities that must balance private and public interests on a regular basis. Furthermore, because SB 332 and Day are consistent with the statutes governing GCDs, they should not affect equitable GCD permitting and fairly implemented aquifer management activities.

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Though SB 332 and Day leave unanswered questions (it will be some time before the courts determine whether a taking in fact occurred in the Day case, and that holding may have limited applicability to other GCDs), they do not change the continued important and legally authorized role of groundwater management by GCDs, as endorsed by the Texas Legislature and the Texas Supreme Court. The alternative – no management of groundwater resources in Texas – affords landowners little protection and reinstates the unfettered rule of capture, where the deepest well and biggest pump prevail.

Stacey A. Steinbach, Exec Director Texas Alliance of Groundwater Districts tagdexec@texasgroundwater.org www.TexasGroundWater.org (512) 809-7785

Texas Ranch Brokers Mike Bacon of Bacon Investments Ranch Sales and Drew Colvin of Circle C Ranch Sales have teamed up to start the new Texas Ranch Brokers, LLP. We wish Mike and Drew all the best in this promising new Brokerage firm.

Lessons Learned

from

Sagebrush Lizard Controversy

August 5, 2012

By Deb Hastings, El Paso Times.com Guest Correspondent The dust has started to settle after state leaders, a federal agency and the energy industry cooperated to forge a workable solution to keep the dunes sagebrush lizard off the Endangered Species List.

But our work doesn’t end there.

Now that we’ve achieved resolution about this particular lizard, we have a unique opportunity to assess lessons learned and to identify ways to improve government processes (like the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service process of listing a species as endangered), which have major economic consequences for Texans.

First, the reason the discussion about the dunes sage brush lizard matters is because listing this species as endangered had the potential to shut down production of 1 million barrels of oil a day in Texas -- one-fifth of the nation’s domestic oil production.

To be certain, this little lizard became a very big deal.

During negotiations about the lizard, the oil and natural gas industry injected research of the lizard’s habitat into the discussion and worked closely with Texas Comptroller Susan Combs and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to develop the Texas Conservation Plan.

This pioneering plan emphasizes wildlife conservation while maintaining the domestic oil

and gas production that is so critical to Texas and the nation.

As research continued to reinforce that listing, the lizard was unwarranted and with the Texas Conservation Plan in place, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service ultimately decided not to list the dunes sagebrush lizard on the Endangered Species List.

The spirit of cooperation that made this outcome possible was widely and rightly applauded.

With so many eyes on the issue, so many hands in the policy-making, and such extensive input in the final decision, it’s easy to chalk up the dunes sagebrush lizard as a win for all sides and call it a day.

Instead, we should take this time to step back and examine the process and policymaking that was required to reach this much-heralded lizard-born truce.

Without question, the decision to keep the dunes sagebrush lizard off the Endangered Species List is an example of the power of cooperation, research and innovative thinking coming together to form one remarkable outcome: Smart public policy, grounded in sound science that balances conservation with muchneeded domestic energy production.

Deb Hastings is executive vice president of the Texas Oil & Gas Association. http://www.elpasotimes.com/opinion/ci_21237205/lessons-learned-from-sagebrushlizard-controversy

O r e g o n M a n S e n t e n c e d t o T h i rt y D ay s i n J a i l f o r C o ll e c t i n g R a i n w a t e r o n H i s P r o p e rt y July 26, 2012

By Kendra Alleyne, CNSNews.com Correspondent

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Betcha Didn’t Know

By Robert Fears • The color of honey is determined by the plant from which the nectar is collected by a bee. Clover honey is light-colored whereas buckwheat honey is dark. The lighter the color, the milder the flavor.

• Regardless of how it appears, snakes move along a straight line of travel. Their tread-like scales called “scutes” grip the ground, their muscles tense scrunching their bodies into an “s” and they propel themselves forward.

• Anticipate bad weather if a dog or cat acts jittery for unexplained reasons. Animals can feel a low-pressure system coming from a far distance.

• Shed antlers serve as a calcium supplement in the wild for rodents, deer and cattle.

• To be grammatically correct, you don’t frack a gas or oil well. You frac it (short hand for fracture).

• Groundwater is the major source of water in Texas. It was 60 percent of the water used within the state during 2000.

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LAND NEWS The Texas Alliance of Land Brokers continues a steady growth trend, with an active expansion initiative ongoing in SE Texas to create a new chapter. Current membership total now exceeds 270, up from previous record of about 225, and the SE Texas group has formed a leadership committee, headed up

by Deitra Robertson, and secretary Chris George, of Deitra Robertson Properties. Two SE Texas-area meetings have now been held, and the most recent, at El Jarrito in Katy area, attracted 60 on a rainy day to hear the venerable Judon Fambrough of the Texas Real Estate Center speak on groundwater issues and regulations. The next SE Texas lunch meeting is slated for Tuesday, August 14, at the County Line on Lake Conroe, all area rural real estate professionals are invited to attend!

Regular meetings on the 2nd Tuesday of each month are now being planned for satellite locations around Houston.

The Founding Chapter (Central Texas) continues their monthly meetings on the 4th Wednesday of the month, with future locations such as Grady’s in San Antonio, and Matt’s El Rancho in Austin, already booked.

The most recent meeting at The Preserve at Walnut Springs, a very nice “cluster” development with over 1,500 acres of shared open space, was addressed by TWA’s senior policy analyst, Kirby Brown, one of our favorite speakers. He covered the full gamut of property rights issues – from groundwater to public utilities to private ownership of wildlife – and answered many pertinent questions at the conclusion of his presentation.

Alliance of Land Brokers A very special Christmas Banquet, featuring the father-son duo of Mike and Doc Blakely, is scheduled for Thursday, December 13, 2012, at the Omni Hotel in NW San Antonio on Interstate 10. These talented fellows will take us down a musical “trail” of western lore and songs, that should be unforgettable. A gourmet meal will be served, bars will be open, and nice rooms will be available for those wishing to stay over and do some Christmas shopping, at discount rates for TALB. Generous sponsors are stepping up to minimize event cost to members, which will be minimal. The TALB was established in 1994. More information is available at www.TexasLandBrokers.org.

For more information and membership application, please go to: www.TexasLandBrokers.org Questions: talb@gvtc.com PO Box 1371, Boerne, TX 78006

David Culver, President dec@landtx.com 210.422.4676

T e x a s S h e e p & G o at R a i s e r s A s s o c i at i o n Since our last quarterly report was published, our officers attended numerous district meetings around the state and traveled to Washington D.C. for visits with congressmen and their staffs. The lead association on the Washington trip was American Sheep Industry Association (ASI), with whom TSGRA works closely. ASI is supported by all the state organizations and has a very talented and capable staff.

There were five people in the delegation representing Texas, who assisted the other 45 attendees from 19 different states. Our group of 50 people converged upon Washington, making our voices heard on pending legislation affecting the sheep and goat industry and private property rights.

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While we were there, the Farm Bill was approved by the Senate, but there is still some doubt whether it will make it through the House of Representatives this year. The Senate version of the bill is friendly to the sheep industry as a whole. The bill’s acceptability should be credited to the hard work done by individuals and organizations such as TSGRA and ASI.

Benny Cox, President www.TSGRA.com 325.655.7388

E x o t ic W i l d l i f e A s s o ci a t i o n The Exotic Wildlife Association settled one of its lawsuits with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). This lawsuit was filed because of the USFWS refusal to acknowledge our request for delisting Scimitar Horned Oryx, Addax, and Dama Gazelle as endangered species. Under terms of the agreement, USFWS will address this issue by May 31, 2013.

An amendment to the House Interior Appropriation’s bill was filed by Congressman John Carter (R) Round Rock, Texas on behalf of the Exotic Wildlife Association. This bill was passed out of Committee and sent to the floor of the House of Representatives. The amendment, if it survives, would put Scimitar Horned Oryx, Addax, and Dama Gazelle under the same status as they had in September 2005. It would also eliminate any further judicial review. Although it has a long way to go before it becomes law, the amendment did survive the first hurdle.

All alternative livestock auctions report higher than normal prices on Axis, Blackbuck and Fallow. Prices for other species remain normal for this time of the year. There has been a slight decrease in the price of Scimitar Horned Oryx, Addax, and Dama Gazelle since the new rule took effect April 4, 2012. The demand for these three species remains strong, however.

At last report less than 100 breeders and ranchers had applied for either the Captive Wildlife Breeders Permit and/or the “take” permit.

Approximately 75% of those applications have been processed and approved. The others either have been denied because of wording on the permit or they are being scrutinized for accuracy.

The Exotic Wildlife Association is moving its annual membership convention and its hunting awards banquet to San Marcos, Texas in 2013. Both events will be held at the Embassy Suites San Marcos Convention Center. Dates for the Membership Meeting are March 8-9, 2013 and the Trophy Game Records of the World’s annual awards banquet will be held on July 19-20, 2013. The EWA has outgrown the facilities in Kerrville and the new venue in San Marcos will give the association an opportunity for continued growth.

Charly Seale Executive Director www.ExoticWildlifeAssociation.com

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I n d e p e n d e n t C a t t l e m e n ’ s A s s o ci a t i o n The 36th Independent Cattlemen’s Association of Texas Annual Convention in San Marcos on June 9-11 was a huge success.

A record number of tickets were sold for Drawdown poker and record high amounts of money were spent at the live and silent auctions. Members, guests and convention delegates were treated to over 50 commercial exhibits and excellent speakers on a variety of subjects involving estate planning, cattle management and industry topics. Lt. Governor David Dewhurst, Keynote Speaker at the Headliners’ Banquet, received a rousing welcome.

Convention delegates from across the state elected officers for 2012/2013. The new slate of officers is Phil Sadler of Golden as president, Windy Miller of Poteet as 1st Vice President and Paul Looney of Mineral Wells as 2nd Vice President. Elected as Secretary was

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Darrel Sklar of Edna and Curtis Calhoun of Cedar Park was reelected as Treasurer. Brian Malaer of Harwood and Verlin Callahan of Cedar Creek were elected to the Executive Committee.

The convention highlight was presentation of Stephanie Sklar Memorial Scholarship awards to twelve high school graduates. ICA accepts scholarship donations year round and there is no better way to remember a friend or loved one. One hundred percent of the donations go to the Scholarship fund.

Bill Hyman, Executive Director www.ICATexas.com 512.620.0162

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LAND NEWS It’s been a busy spring and summer for the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association. In April, more than 2000 ranchers from across the state gathered in Fort Worth for the 135th annual TSCRA Convention weekend.

Highlights included the TSCRA School for Successful Ranching, the TSCRA Trade Show and committee breakout sessions.

More than 600 ranchers attended eight TSCRA Ranch Gatherings held across the state. Attendees enjoyed beef dinners, catching up with old friends, making new friends and listening to speakers talk about everything from cattle theft prevention to state and federal legislative and regulatory issues. On the education front, TSCRA put on multiple Beef Quality Assurance trainings, range and pasture field days, and hosted a few Ranching 101 seminars at TSCRA headquarters in Fort Worth. Monthly cattleman’s luncheons were also hosted in Dilley and Wichita Falls.

In June, TSCRA members gathered in Fredericksburg for the summer board meeting. At the meeting Senator Troy Fraser, chairman of the Texas Senate Natural Resources Committee, discussed groundwater policy, and what to expect during the next legislative session. Season Solorio, director of issues management with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, spoke about social media strategies for ranchers and the beef industry. Members attended a wide variety of educational sessions, hosted by the TSCRA committees. The sessions covered topics including the state animal disease traceability proposal, upcoming water issues, and state and federal regulations and policies.

Carmen Fenton Director of Public Affairs www.tscra.org 512.469.0171

T e x a s D e e r A s s o c i at i o n Several events were conducted by the Texas Deer Association this past quarter to raise money for charities. Some of the events, their locations, and the benefited charity were:

Event Location Charity Sportsmen’s Night Out

Robstown Nueces

County Junior Livestock Show

Denim & Pearls Banquet

San Antonio

San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Scholarship Fund

Sportsmen’s Night Out

Falls City Youth Hunters Education

Sportsman’s Banquet

Beaumont

Jasper Gun & Bow -H Club

Brush to Bay Fishing Tournament

Corpus Christi

Combat Marine Outdoors

Educational seminars on deer and habitat management were hosted

by TDA members on three different dates. Hosts included Bear Creek Ranch, north of Stephenville; RS Deer Ranch at Hempstead; and Heart of Texas Whitetails near Brady.

A membership drive was launched to increase the hunter/land managers/wildlife enthusiasts segment of TDA. Presently a majority of the members are deer breeders. The drive is very successful with approximately 200 new members acquired to date.

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Gilbert Adams III President www.TexasDeerAssociation.com 210.767.8300

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and The Texas Chapter of the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers will be hosting its Fall Chapter Meeting on October 4th and 5th at the MCM Elegante Suites in Abilene, Texas. We will be hosting a seminar featuring experts from around the state that will be discussing the most recent topics in the Texas Real Estate industry. They will cover the latest issues that are influencing livestock, corn and sorghum producers.

We will also be examining the latest developments in mineral, water and wind rights as well as rural land prices and the proposed Farm Bill in Congress. We look forward to the fall meeting as we learn the information that is relevant to the price trends in the Texas land market.

We invite anyone that is professionally involved or interested in rural real estate to join us.

For registration information, please inquire at TXASFRMA@gmail.com.

Attendees that hold an appraisal license or certification will receive Appraiser Continuing Education hours.

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recent Rural Land Value Trends publication or real estate developments in one or our land markets, feel free to contact us. We will be happy to address your real estate needs.

The ASFMRA was founded in 1929 and has 35 local chapters within seven regional districts throughout the U.S. The society provides an accreditation program for farm managers, appraisers and consultants, giving them a strong competitive advantage over their competition in terms of knowledge, networking, and recognition as ethical qualified professionals. Membership boasts leading managers, appraisers, review appraisers, and consultants as well as agricultural academic communities. For more information offered by ASFMRA, please visit www.asfrma.org

Mark A. McAnally, ARA Texas Chapter President TXASFMRA@gmail.com

T e x a s W i l d l i f e A s s o c i at i o n The Texas Wildlife Association’s annual convention was held from June 28 through July 1 in San Antonio.

Attendance included over 1500 TWA members, exhibitors, public attendees, and special guests. This is an all-time record in total convention attendance for our organization.

The record attendance mirrors a very successful period for our organization in terms of positive TWA program impacts. Our work in issues and advocacy, youth and adult education, the Texas Youth Hunting Program and Texas Big Game Awards continue to make a real difference.

In education during the past year, TWA conducted public programs and special events that reached over 42,000 direct and indirect contacts.

Our L.A.N.D.S. Distance Learning, Discovery Trunks, and Wildlife By Design efforts impacted over 50,000 youth. Our L.A.N.D.S. Intensive School Curriculum and Teacher Outreach reached 4,000 youth and over 1,300 educators. The Texas Brigades (Youth Leadership Development Program), supported by TWA, has positively impacted 2100 students across Texas in the last 20 years, resulting in over 250,000 direct contacts.

This past hunting season, the Texas Youth Hunting Program conducted 150 safe and educational hunts across our state with 1,291 youth hunters, 139 landowners, and 1,400 trained volunteers. The Texas Big Game Awards recognized over 1,000 entries for the 2011-2012 season, including Youth, First-Timers, Hunters, and Landowners, and it sponsored regional and statewide Sportsman’s Celebrations to promote “Hunting Equals Habitat!”

It’s been a great year and period for the Texas Wildlife Association. It wouldn’t be possible without the tremendous support of our 6,000 passionate members and volunteers.

Glen Webb, President www.Texas-Wildlife.org 800.839.9435

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MARKET REPORT The Texas land market in the first half of 2012 posted encouraging results with prices rising nearly 7 percent above the 2011 statewide price in only six months. That price increase appears to continue a trend toward strengthening prices that emerged in the second half of 2011. However, evidence of strengthening markets was mitigated by the fact that sales still focused on small tracts. In addition, the volume of transactions does not appear to have expanded beyond the sluggish pace posted in recent years. Robust recovery would normally see total volumes increase. All of these circumstances suggest many opportunities to purchase a ranch or farm may await the intrepid buyer this year.

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H av e W e T u r n e d a Corner? and loan scandal, and income tax law changes all arriving in 1986 hit Texas especially hard. Investors adopted a skeptical attitude toward all real estate investments in Texas following sizable losses from 19861988. The skepticism continued, causing Texas prices to lag well short of national prices until 2004.

When Texas land markets began their remarkable rise from 20042008, many long-time Texas observers could scarcely believe the prices abroad in the market. Some began to realize that buyers from other states viewed Texas land prices as bargains. In view of that long period when Texas markets under-performed national markets, perhaps those out-of-state buyers were right. Both series of prices converged in 2004 and both peaked in 2008.

Following the onset of the financial market nearmeltdown, both series dropped in 2009, and have been on the mend since 2010. Once again, as feverish investment activity has driven markets for cropland nationwide, Texas overall prices have fallen short of the national numbers, for now.

Regional results reveal continued remarkable strength in the Panhandle and West Texas where market-wide prices reflect the sustained strong demand for cropland and working ranches.

Strengthening prices also reigned from East Texas Gulf Coast down to the Lower Rio Grande Valley. Even the central Hill Country markets saw prices recover from a modest 2011 retreat.

Only northeast Texas, spanning the region from the D/FW metroplex to Texarkana, remained However, the Eagle Ford lackluster with prices Shale boom in south continuing the slide Cutline 1 - These results suggest that a sustained decline in land prices across the state like those registered Texas is pumping billions recorded in 2011. These in the 1986-92 era will not be repeated. into the Texas economy results suggest that a Cutline 2 - Perhaps the strong showing in the first half of 2012 is a signal that markets are poised to see and projections envision sustained decline in land both prices and volume of sales move up.

10 to 20 years of drilling prices across the state like activity to fully develop those registered in the the field. Fracking in the Permian Basin has Midland-Odessa booming 1986-92 era will not be repeated. again as well. All of that activity is driving job growth in Houston. In Indeed, the experience in land markets nationwide showed shows addition, Texas has not sustained the same degree of economic carnage strong results when comparing USDA National Agricultural Statistics other locales have suffered following the sub-prime fiasco. Although land markets stumbled in 2009 and demand for recreational properties has Service (NASS) to Texas prices as estimated by the Real Estate Center withered over the past three years, perhaps the strong showing in the at Texas A&M University. The chart entitled U.S. and Texas Land Value first half of 2012 is a signal that markets are poised to see both prices Estimates shows the history of US land prices versus the Texas land market experience. The typical size-adjusted value estimated for Texas and volume of sales move up. parallels the national estimate remarkably well for most of the 42-year comparison. In the 1973-75 era, the economic boom sparked by rising oil prices drove Texas land markets higher. In the 1983-85 time frame, Charles E. Gilliland, Ph.D. Texas prices outpaced the national average as declining commodity Research Economist prices hammered farmland markets. Market-wide Texas prices, with Real Estate Center markets overwhelmingly dominated by rangeland, escaped much of the negative pressures on cropland prices. The oil price bust, saving Texas A&M University 42

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www.BaconRanchSales.com | (512) 335-0071 1581± Acres | Lampasas County | Sold: 6/8/12 List Price: $6,245,000 | Sold Price: $5,950,000

480± Acres | Kendall County | Sold: 5/11/12 List Price: $4,475,000 | Sold Price: $4,360,000

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www.RepublicRanches.com | (888) 726-2481 2250.1± Acres | Jackson County | Sold: 6/29/12 List Price: $7,966,000 | Sold Price: $6,975,310

3190± Acres | Coke County | Sold: 6/5/12 List Price: $5,800,000 | Sold Price: $5,800,000

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871.87± Acres | Ellis County | Sold: 6/11/12 List Price: $3,487,492 | Sold Price: $3,269,524

www.BaconRanchSales.com | (512) 335-0071 1581± Acres | Burnet County | Sold: 6/8/12 List Price: $6,245,000 | Sold Price: $5,950,000

www.LaGloriaLandCompany.com | (713) 402-8827 2600± Acres | Live Oak County | Sold: 6/13/12 List Price: $6,240,000 | Sold Price: $6,240,000

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2865± Acres | Zapata County | Sold: 5/1/12 List Price: $3,435,135 | Sold Price: $2,947,368

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(281) 235-5566 | Property ID: 1098070 6,000± Acres | Matagorda County List Price: $25,000,000

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(512) 451-2422 | Property ID: 1102072 291± Acres | Hays County List Price: $19,000,000

W at e r f r o n t Marketing, llc (888) 552-0785 Property ID: 1106937 10,000± Acres | Calhoun County List Price: $59,900,000

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(972) 980-6672 | Property ID: 1083540 36.37± Acres | Smith County List Price: $15,899,400

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The Ultimate Property Showing Tool Ranch brokers have a unique set of skills and tools to aid them as they show massive properties to prospective buyers. Seeing every bit of a large property, or seeing several properties in a single day, requires planning and a great knowledge of properties’ most interesting areas, back-roads, and simple trails.

They have expressed a great desire to have a better way of organizing this information while giving the client a broad overview of the property as a whole Shows the number of properties displayed to users during searches across the LandsofAmerica network. This example displays the number of properties displayed in search results from July 9,2012 to August 9, 2012 for Bandera, Gillespie, Kerr, Travis and Williamson Counties. To use this tool, simply click on Platinum Members in your account menu bar and go to Properties In Search Results. It’s that easy.

Exotic Animal For Your Ranch This is the first post in a three post series all about exotic animals for your ranch. In discussing this subject in depth, LandsofAmerica.com hopes to provide the basic information as well as links to well-established resources on the subject.

Stays tuned for the exciting upcoming posts in the series over the next few weeks. Today, we’ll be answering four questions.

Pitfalls of Severing Wind Rights With the rapid acceleration of wind energy development in America, some landowners are looking to “cash out” of land ownership and retain the wind rights for the opportunity to “cash in” if future wind development occurs on their previously owned land. But this is not as simple as it might sound. There can be pitfalls involved with the severing of wind rights for both the landowner and the wind energy developer.

How Do You Show Big Ranches?

With properties being sold on LandsofAmerica.com ranging from 0 to 350,000 acres, showing land for sale can be quite an undertaking compared to traditional home-showing real estate. With so much ground to cover, most of which may not be accessible by car, how are our clients showing these giant properties in a way to make them attractive options to potential buyers?

e-Marketer This handy tool enables the Platinum Member to send any listing on LandsofAmerica.com to one or multiple clients without the listing Brokers information.

Properties Displayed In Search Results Shows the number of properties displayed to users during searches across the LandsofAmerica network.

This example displays the number of properties displayed in search results from July 9,2012 to August 9, 2012 for Bandera, Gillespie, Kerr, Travis and Williamson Counties. To use this tool, simply click on Platinum Members in your account menu bar and go to Properties In Search Results. It’s that easy.

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LANDS OF TEXAS LandsofAmerica.com Interactive Map Search

FULL SCREEN SEARCH The map search can now be maximized to full screen, allowing users to better see the area and the properties available.

SHARE This new feature allows users to perform a map search, then send a URL to potential buyers that displays that exact search.

ON MAP DETAILS AND PHOTO TOURS While on the map, location pins can be clicked, popping open

LAST SEARCH RECOGNITION While searching, if one clicks a specific property for more

a window, showing you the property details or a photo tour,

information, clicking “Back� will bring you back to your last

without leaving the map search.

EXACT LOCATIONS Property Locations are mapped by the sellers of the property for maximum accuracy.

PROPERTY BOUNDARIES Brokers now have the option to manually outline the property, allowing for a better picture of large acreages than a pinned single location.

AUTO-COMPLETE The map search will auto suggest locations to eliminate alternate/incorrect spellings.

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search to prevent the re-entry of search parameters.

YELLOW DOTS Yellow dots, in the center of the closest city, are used to denote properties that have not been mapped to a precise location, still giving searchers an approximate location.

ADVANCED SEARCHES Search by Last Date Posted, multiple Property Types, Price/ Acre, Keywords, Owner Financing, Reduced Prices and Border Lines (all county border lines are drawn on the map).

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4 Aces Ranch

17,132.04 Acres | Uvalde & Kinney Counties | Property ID: 914168

The 4 Aces Ranch, the largest, contiguous live-water ranch currently on the market in the Texas Hill Country, is home to magnificent scenery and a fully operational wildlife preserve. The one-of-a-kind ranch spans the borders of both Uvalde and Kinney counties, encompassing 17,132.04 acres. Miles of paved and improved roads provide accessibility throughout this sprawling ranch.

The landscape showcases the Hill Country’s topography including low rolling hills and deep canyons. Salmon Peak and Boiling Mountain, the two highest peaks in the area, are located on the property, providing challenging hiking. Live oaks and juniper ensure the view is evergreen. In the process

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of strategically removing cedar, ranch staffers have uncovered cultural treasures ranging from dinosaur tracks to Native American cave art.

In arid southwest Texas, nothing is more desirable than live water. Live Oak Creek and Sycamore Creek course through the ranch for miles, their rushing currents are sustained by more than 30 springs.

updated kitchen. The huge covered patio with its large open-air fireplace, expansive fire pit and a completely covered outdoor bar, is the perfect spot for enjoying the company of guests and clients. A three-bedroom cabin offers additional, private lodging for guests.

The 4 Aces Ranch is the ideal world-class commercial hunting operation and or corporate retreat. Price: $43,500,000

Working with a wildlife biologist, the current owners have transformed this ranch into a wildlife preserve with an international flair. The 4 Aces is home to: axis, scimitar-horned oryx, red sheep and red stag, eland, zebras, black buck, Catalina goats, aoudad, gemsbok, fallow deer, Corsican sheep, elk, as well as native species such as wild turkey and white-tailed deer. The ranch is surrounded by almost 50 miles of gameproof fencing protecting its high-quality habitat and keeping the myriad of wildlife species inside.

At the end of a long day, even the most intrepid adventurers want to relax in elegant comfort. The native limestone main lodge has fivebedroom, four-bathroom that overlooks several of Live Oak Creek’s natural waterfalls. The lodge boasts two master suites as well as a fully

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LMR Ranch

256.94Âą Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 1050573 The gentle rolling terrain and seclusion are the focus of this YO Ranchland property. Be a part of the historic YO Ranch where wildlife abounds with axis, sika, blackbuck, fallow, whitetail, turkey, dove, and auodad. Amenities include a one-bedroom, one-bath rock cabin with fireplace, all newly renovated and a 1,305-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bath rock home with fireplace. Home has 16- by 16foot unattached garage with 18- by 25-square-foot carport. See the surrounding Texas hills from the 570-square-foot rock pavillion made for entertaining. Watch the sunset from the tranquil pond in front of the main house. Also included are three water wells. Perimeter of property has been cleared for fencing. This ranch has easy access with paved road to the property off Hwy 83 North from Garvin Store.

The great location, quiet seclusion, abundant wildlife & native trees make the LMR Ranch a rare find in today’s market. Shown by appointment only. Price: $1,500,000

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Rancho Del Sol

231.9± Acres | Gillespie County Property ID: 1108646 15 miles northwest of Fredricksburg, Texas on Nixon Creek Road. is the breathtaking Rancho Del Sol. Enter the Rancho Del Sol thru the rock entrance with security gate.

Meander down the granite driveway to the ranch headquarters. Savor the gentle rolling hills, scenic vistas, and abundant wildlife which include white-tailed deer, turkey, dove, axis, blackbuck antelope, fallow, elk, and zebra. Main residence features a four-bedroom, two-bath, cedar home with metal roof, a wood burning rock fireplace, attached two car garage, and a swimming pool with waterfall. Watch the sunsets from one of the two porches. In addition is a one-bedroom, one-bath guest house or foreman’s house. Amenities include a rifle range, a large barn with walk in cooler, two horse stalls inside, two outside horse stalls, tack room, feed room, shop, and also an implement barn. Property has one water well with submersible pump, and also several springs that flow together which are dammed up to form a nice pond stocked with Catfish and Bluegill Perch. This tremendous ranch has so much to offer the new owners with its privacy, amenities, abundant wildlife, and convenient location to Fredericksburg, Tx. Priced to sell at $2,450,000. Won’t last long! Call Howard W. Hood for a private showing!

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Double J Ranch

754± Acres | Real County | Property ID: 914150 The Double J Ranch consists of 754± acres, all under high fence, which fronts on Highway 337 between Leakey and Vanderpool, very close to Lost Maples State Park. This ranch can truly be your “home on the range” with the scenic terrain from mountains to canyons and the crystal-clear water. The incredible views remind you of being in Colorado, where you can see for miles. Double J Ranch has numerous springs and one nice lake with several more lake sites. Improvements are nestled in the canyon with an ultimate sense of privacy. Improvements include two lodges, one with three bedrooms and two baths, and the other with four bedrooms and two baths. Also included is a new pool, outdoor kitchen, and large barn with a walk-in cooler. Amazing wildlife cover this ranch with whitetail deer, turkeys and exotics, including axis, aoudad, fallow and blackbuck. This “home on the range” has huge possibilities for a corporate retreat, family getaway or hunting ranch. Priced at $6,631.29 per acre. Call today for a showing. Price: $5,000,000

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JD Game Ranch

805Âą Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 914122

Come savor the splendor of the rolling Texas hills near the Garvin Store, only 40 minutes west of Kerrville.

These 805 tranquil acres are the perfect hunting/recreation ranch. The entire perimeter lies under gameproof fencing with 90% of all cedar cleared. Natural beauty includes a variety of live oaks and two ponds that create an excellent habitat for diverse wildlife. Cross-fenced into two 400-acre pastures, the property has a two-story rock home with a nice deck off the upstairs, two water wells and a working set of cattle pens. Picturesque and private in the surrounding Texas hills is the focus of this 805-acre ranch. $3,150 per acre. Call for a private showing! Price: 2,535,750

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East Town Creek Ranch

47.08± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 914143 Cradled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, the premier East Town Creek Ranch features a 2,963-square-foot native limestone and cedar home with metal roof, three bedrooms, three baths, a large covered front porch and a oversized three-car garage with office above. One Trinity well is located on property. Both sides of crystal-clear East Town Creek run through the property, creating several picnic spots. The entire property is under game-proof fencing with lots of live oaks scattered throughout. Rare in today’s market, this immaculate and manicured gem lies only minutes to Kerrville. In a country setting, this ranch has great development potential and could be a perfect horse operation, corporate retreat or family getaway. Priced to sell at only $950,000. Call for a private showing.

N & B Game Ranch

600± Acres | Edwards County Property ID: 920427 Come see the rustic beauty of the gentle rolling hills on this private game preserve. The tranquil setting is located just 50 miles west of Kerrville, in Edwards County, fronting on FM 41. The 600± acres is all under high fence and has one water well with a submersible pump, one pond, and a 37-foot travel trailer. The ranch could be a hunter’s paradise with excellent habitat for a variety of wildlife such as axis, black buck, auodad, sika, fallow, whitetail deer, and turkey. So many possibilities await the new owners of this property with the diverse natural beauty! The aesthetic appeal and convenient access of the ranch make it a rare find in today’s market. Priced to sell at $2,950 per acre. Call Howard W. Hood for a private showing. Price: $1,770,000 54

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Lake Amistad Ranch

872.6± Acres | Val Verde County | Property ID: 951942 The picturesque Lake Amistad Ranch invites the discerning buyer to the ultimate recreational water property. Delight in hunting wild game or hiking in the hills of this scenic 872.6± acres property, located only 25 minutes north of Del Rio, Texas. New Owners can fish, swim, canoe, or enjoy a variety of water sports from the four miles of crystal clear lake frontage. This property is an outdoors-man’s paradise! Lake Amistad is rated the #1 Bass lake in the United States. Native game include White-tail deer, turkey, quail, doves, and javelinas. True Texas comfort provided with a 4/3 Stucco home with wood burning fireplace. You can watch the sunrise from the great open kitchen area.

Breathtaking views of Lake Amistad and surrounding Texas hills provide a diverse natural terrain. Other amenities include a nice barn, one water well, one tank, and perimeter fencing. This property is versatile and unique for development potential, a corporate retreat, recreational camp, or just living the good life. A rare find in today’s market, this property won’t last long. Price: $3,900,000

Kingwood Livable Forest

108± Acres | Harris County | Property ID: 1030519

108± Acre ranch in the Livable Forest. Starting with its inviting entrances the ranch borders approximately one mile along Kingwood Country Club golf course and over 3,000 feet of waterfront. The property has 10,000 feet of black-wood, four rail fencing and an 18-acre lake on the property with piers for all of your fishing needs. Abundant amounts of white-tail deer and water fowl cover the ranch. The property is only 22 miles from downtown Houston making it perfect for living the city life if you want during the day while having your own dream ranch just minutes away. Price: $1,975,000

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Black Creek Ranch

2,310± Acres | Frio County Property ID: 1031810

First offering! Abundant water is present with nine tanks, five water wells and seasonal Black Creek, which traverses the middle of the ranch. Only one± 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, (210) 213-9700

Live Oak Creek Ranch

2,275 ±Acres | Frio County Property ID: 1031780 This unique ranch is on the market for the first time and offers lowfenced hunting in the heart of Big Deer Country, plus has dove, quail, hogs and other wildlife. There are three water wells, tanks, seasonal Live Oak Creek and Hackberry Creek, plus low fencing / cross fencing.

Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

Loma Alta Ranch

900± Acres | Dimmit/Zavala County Property ID: 942780 In the heart of South Texas prime hunting lands, this notable ranch has it all!

Gently rolling terrain with brush diversity offers superb hunting. 100± acres under pivot irrigation provides great deer support with year-around food plots.

Carrizo well that supplies a three-acre lake and two pivots, and five tanks that support wildlife. Wildlife includes a managed deer herd, bobwhite and blue quail, mourning dove, duck and sandhill cranes. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

Meyer Ranch

603± Acres | Uvalde County | Property ID: 956280 Owned since 1948, this is a great recreational getaway offers good low fence hunting with breathtaking views. This uninhabited ranch is ready for your improvements and features abundant wildlife including whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, dove, quail plus exotic blackbuck and axis. Robert Dullnig, 210.213.9700 56

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Historic Robinson Ranch

3,601± Acres | Blanco County Property ID: 1026028 Established in 1885, the grounds feature two charming rock houses, one the old Robinson Family homestead from the 1880s. The incredible, year around Cypress Creek traverses the land with two-and-a-half± miles of crystal clear water plus flowing springs and six water wells. Year around water attracts abundant whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, dove and bird species. Near Horseshoe Bay and a pleasing one hour from Austin or San Antonio. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

Hamilton Creek Ranch

1,840± Acres | Burnet County | Property ID: 1073907 A spectacular water property features the intersection of two major, continuously flowing creeks plus two large lakes. A spacious and beautifully appointed main residence offers fabulous views of one lake and Hamilton Creek. The headquarters features a lodge, guesthouse, nine stall horse barn, arena, storage barns, pens plus fenced/ cross-fenced pastures. Completely game-fenced and supporting abundant whitetail, wild turkey, dove, exotics plus excellent fishing. A scenic 50± miles NW of Austin! Robert Dullnig and Al Philip, (210) 213-9700

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Kelly Ranch

1,213± Acres | Uvalde County Property ID: 1050211 A rare offering of farm land and brush in very desirable area, plus 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. Abundant whitetail deer, blackbuck, turkey, quail, dove and hogs. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

Cline Mountain Ranch

1,385± Acres | Uvalde County Property ID: 947831 Great hunting ranch has impressive Turkey Creek and unique Cline Mountain, elevation 1,263 feet. Great views, good brush and large oaks make it exceptional!

Included is a renovated ranch home, equipment shed, large metal building with plumbing and utility building.

With 765± acres high-fenced, the ranch has both exotic blackbuck, axis, fallow, sika, oryx and zebra, plus native whitetail and other wildlife. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

Muela Creek Ranch

Ring Rock Ranch

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 tree lined Muela Creek, a handsome home and conveyance of minerals add to its uniqueness. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

This gorgeous live water property has 2/3± miles of flowing 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 unique beauty of this riverfront property. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

1,185± Acres | Uvalde County | Property ID: 1075729

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156± Acres | Uvalde County | Property ID: 1024534

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Historic East Forker-Gage Ranch

18,811± Acres | Brewster County | Property ID: 1092530 This ranch is one of the oldest and one of the most historic large ranches in Texas, truly a legendary property in the majestic Big Bend area. Impressive scenery includes Housetop Mountains to the east, Santiago Range to the southwest and unique formations of Twin Peaks and Horse Mountain. 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 native Trophy desert mule deer, elk, javelina, blue quail, dove and mountain lions among others. 8,000± acres of State Classified Minerals convey to new surface owner. Robert Dullnig, 210.213.9700 and Al Philip, 210.415.8602

Patrucia Ranch

9,908± Acres | Kinney County | Property ID: 975662 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

El Corazon Ranch

8,851± Acres | Kinney County | Property ID: 632975 Fabulous water features one± mile of both sides of Pinto Creek, part of West Pinto Creek, ten domestic wells, two irrigation wells and 400 acre feet of water rights.

Improvements include a ranch home, staff home, two barns, excellent roads and fencing/cross fencing into eight pastures. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, turkey, quail, dove, seasonal duck plus fishing for bass and catfish. Al Philip, (210) 415-8602

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East Sister Creek Ranch

391± Acres | Kendall County | Property ID: 1073137

Bee Rock Mountain Ranch

This Hill Country ranch features a blufftop ranch home that offers sweeping views across 4 counties! This impressive acreage,15 miles northeast of Fredericksburg, includes 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

Northeast of Sisterdale, minutes to Boerne or Fredericksburg, and under one hour from San Antonio, this ranch has everything you could ask for in a Hill Country property. The exceptional main residence sits atop a mesa for panoramic views of the surrounding hills, and its grand deck offers breathtaking views as far as the eye can see with no other homes or development in sight. From the improvements, to the land itself, everything has been kept in pristine condition.

Home to whitetail, fallow, axis, blackbuck, aoudad and more. Minerals. Randy Cadwallader (210) 860-0093

Hondo Creek Ranch

The Wise Ranch on Bear Creek

One± hour from San Antonio is some of the finest live water with one± mile of spring-fed Hondo Creek with cascading waterfalls and deep, clear swimming holes plus lakes for trophy bass fishing. Park-like meadows ascend to large plateaus of 2,000± feet offering panoramic views. Managed deer herd boasts trophy whitetail in the 150+ B/C range, plus there are free ranging axis and sika. Robert Dullnig and Randy Cadwallader, (210) 860-0093

Minutes to Pipe Creek and Bandera, and under one hour from San Antonio, this ranch has everything you desire with 1,000 feet of both sides of Bear Creek to enjoy year-round live water. The idyllic compound of improvements are tucked away in a beautiful valley, including a two bedroom, two bath ranch home, historic stagecoach station modified to offices, barn, large workshop and historic corral. Robert Dullnig and Randy Cadwallader, 210.860.0093

576± Acres | Gillespie County | Property ID: 1060045

500± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 1055777

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65± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 1080751

Kuper Ranch Sales

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Mustang Ranch

7,607± Acres | Zavala County | Property ID: 1074394 Once part of the legendary Chaparrosa Ranch, this impressive free-range hunting property is available for the first time in 50+ years! A premier hunting and cattle ranch, it has been very well maintained and displays unique features such as Turkey Creek, Mesteño Lake, Carrizo irrigation wells and 15 tanks.

A diversity of native brush, pristine improvements plus a conveyed percentage of minerals make this a rare opportunity. Robert Dullnig, 210.213.9700

Pipe Creek Ranch

Las Noches 5-Bar Ranch

15± miles west of Boerne and just south of Bandera, this live water property offers gentle horse-friendly meadows ascending to treed hilltops with sweeping vistas and breezes. Limestone bottom Pipe Creek provides live water with shallow pools and natural springs. Currently ag exempt with abundant whitetail deer, turkey and small game. Road system, low fencing and potential for subdividing. John Tarrillion 210.380.1229

This finely maintained get-away provides good cattle and hunting plus a handsome ranch home overlooking the rolling terrain scattered with grand oaks. Improvements include a metal equipment shed, entertainment deck with firepit, outdoor bar under shady oaks, 3 water wells, tractor/ implements, ranch truck and low fencing. Whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, dove, quail plus large catfish and bass in the tanks. Robert Dullnig, 210.213.9700

357± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 952658

245± Acres | Bee County | Property ID: 1034697

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Rancher’s Dream Showplace

1,664± Acres | Falls County | Property ID: 693620

With excellent improvements, rich rolling pasture land and a showplace residence, this premier ranch offers the best of everything including a prime, central Texas location near Waco. The custom estate home, featured in several magazines, offers 7,300± square feet of uniqueness, and overlooks a 15±-acre lake and waterfall pool bordered by an entertainment cabana, and separate BBQ cabana, all surrounded by majestic oaks, beautiful views and superb sunsets. Highly improved pastures have been home for many years to a legendary registered cattle operation with top-notch handling facilities; inclusive of show, sale, horse and hay storage barns, three sets of working pens, water wells and four remodeled guest/staff houses. Excellent rainfall and live water is abundant, including a large creek. Equally suitable as equestrian, commercial cattle or agribusiness ventures. Partially owned minerals will convey. Rick Kuper and Al Philip, (210) 415-8602

Bonner Ranch

214± Acres | Hays County | Property ID: 1097622

Over 1/2 mile of the Blanco River, edged by Cypress and hardwood trees, adds mystique to this inviting ranch near Wimberley, 40 miles from Austin and 60 miles from San Antonio. A focal point is the hacienda style residence that wraps around a pool and terrace that captures incredible, far ranging views. Accommodating improvements include a spacious guesthouse and 6-stall barn with staff quarters. The river attracts abundant native wildlife. John Tarrillion 210.380.1229 and Rick Kuper, 210.240.8282.

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www.KuperRanchSales.com | larry.lester@sothebysrealty.com | (830) 816-7002 Larry Lester/Broker Associate | 1201 S Main Suite 101 | Boerne, Texas 78006

Unrestricted Beauty

135± Acres | Comal County Property ID: 1062074

This private acreage offers a dramatic hilltop for a future home that would include gorgeous long range views. Terrain varies from level, to native pasture to rolling land and includes a windmill, stock pond and seasonal creek. A rare parcel, not in a subdivision, with excellent public road access and ease to San Antonio off FM 1863 west to US 281, the corridor to the Hill Country!

Larry Lester, 830.816.7002

Picturesque Old Comfort Road 81± Acres | Kendall County Property ID: 983976

Serene, unrestricted land is highlighted with a charming vintage farm house, small rock building ideal for guest quarters or studio, metal building and hay barn. Scenic pastureland qualifies for ag exempt taxes, lending itself to cattle or horses. Water includes 2 wells and a seasonal creek boundary. Only 2 miles outside historic Comfort! Larry Lester, 830.816.7002

State-Of-The- Art Luxury

13± Acres | Kendall County | Property ID: 1018567

An artful blend of country ambiance and stunning modern efficiency, this estate offers quiet beauty and privacy in Bergenplatz Ranches, Boerne. Fine finishing in an ultra-custom home includes reclaimed wood plank floors, pine beams, knotty alder cabinetry, premier Energy Star appliances and an indoor sauna and exercise area. Its covered porch and rock patio invite quiet relaxation or lively outdoor entertaining. Larry Lester, 830.816.7002

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Medina River Ranch

1,169± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 1025767 Medina River Ranch is a hill country treasure! 1,169 acres with two sides lined by water! The main home was originally built in the 1940s. Its timeless appeal with updated amenities combine into an extraordinary estate. The compound includes the main home with kids wing and is a total of 9,200± square feet. Other improvements include the 2,400±-square-foot horse barn, implement shed and barn, round pen, arena, 980±-square-foot cabin, office, party lodge with expansive game room. This 1,169-acre paradise has not been hunted in many years and has large herds of whitetail, axis and blackbuck roaming the property. Located just outside of Medina, Texas, this ranch is among the elite ranches in the hill country.

Lone Falcon

113± Acres | Gillespie County | Property ID: 1050397

Schumacher Crossing

25± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 1099601 25± acres with both sides of the Beautiful Guadalupe River. Improvements consist 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 that includes the Falls at Schumacher Crossing. Call for a Brochure and to schedule your private showing. This is true Hunt, Texas, history!

Cherry Cave Ranch

150± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 1049702

Want to get away to the Texas Hill Country? Do you like the Hunt/Mo Ranch area? We have the perfect retreat. This incredible home on 150 acres is energy efficient, low maintenance and made for easy upkeep. You can come to your Hill Country ranch to relax and not to work! This 4,000±-square-foot wonder was built to stand the test of time. The 2,800±-square-foot barn has two separate living quarters with full kitchen, walk-in cooler, fireplace and an art studio. The entire property is high-fenced and is a hunter’s paradise. The property has abundant recreational opportunities with access to a nice swimming area on the Guadalupe River.

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This custom Hill Country home is located just 15 minutes south of Fredericksburg off of Hwy 16 in Gillespie County. The home has breathtaking 180 degree views of the lights of Fredericksburg. The rock home has a classic open floor plan but has antique pine floors, hand hewn beams and many other features that make this estate stand apart from the others. This 113 manicured acres can be divided as well.

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Zant Ranch

293± Acres | Menard County Property ID: 1099625

This meticulously maintained Menard County ranch consist of 293.38± acres. The ranch offers both excellent hunting and irrigated improved pastures for agriculture value. A centrally located, well-appointed 4,200±-square-foot ranch house offers majestic views of the property and surrounding area. The home and its exquisite finish-out flows outside to 2,000 square feet of covered porches with views of five mile creek that traverses the property. This very well maintained property is priced to sell. Please call for a showing or additional information.

Happy Heart Ranch

32± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 1077977

Headwaters Ranch

54± Acres | Gillespie County | Property ID: 1099619 Located 20 minutes west of Fredericksburg is a charming river front Hill Country hideaway! This 54-acre ranch has all the amenities you dream about, twobedroom, two-bath native rock cottage with a garage apartment, both located on a limestone ledge overlooking a crystal clear spring-fed two+ acre lake, huge oaks, cedar elm and pecans plus a fenced orchard and herb garden. Make it easy on yourself and see this place first!!!

This 32-acre equestrian showplace is located between Boerne and Pipe Creek just of Highway 16. With its spacious three-bedroom, two-bath main house complete with commercial grade kitchen appliances, its own bar entertainment room and commanding views of the valley below. The foreman’s home is a well constructed two-bedroom, two-bath layout that is setup for immediate enjoyment. The main barn has 14 stalls and the second overflow barn has eight stalls, two foaling, hot and cold wash rack, six additional stalls and all have access to turnout pastures. There is also an enclosed lighted arena. This is must see for the equestrian minded rancher looking for a ranch that could be made into an income producing ranch or used for your personal herd!

Running Bay Ranch

53± Acres | Kendall County | Property ID: 1087439 This beautiful Equestrian property is one of the finest that the Texas Hill County has to offer. The ranch has all of the necessities of a horse ranch and includes many of the luxuries that you can’t find in today’s market. The high quality and superior improvements will make this stand out in any crowd. Along with a large, featured-filled, custom nine-stall horse barn, this ranch includes a 4,200-squarefoot main house with four bedrooms and bath’s, with additional rooms like the private office and a trophy room. Also included is a 3,600-square-foot guest house, 800-square-foot foreman’s quarters, arena, hay barn, paved roads, four pastures, and pool.

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Rio Ranchito

556± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 1064333 This ranch has over a mile of the headwaters of the Guadalupe River along with Flat Rock Creek. The ranch has some of the first set of springs that start the Guadalupe River on its way to the ocean.

Gorgeous water! The incredible improvements total over 16,000 square feet. The historic rock lodge sprawls out on the countryside and overlooks the river. There is a 32-stall vintage horse barn, another 12-stall barn, arena, cabins and much more. This peaceful setting is located near the famous camps of Hunt such as Waldemar, Camp Stewart, Camp Honey Creek and MO Ranch.

Indian Point Ranch 144± Acres Bandera County Property ID: 1076666

Just a mile off of Hwy 16 in Pipe Creek lies this 144±-acre Live water jewel. Set back among the large oaks is a three-bedroom, two-bath, stone home overlooking over 800 feet including both sides of Bear Springs Creek. Time and attention to detail has been put into this property as you can see from the park-like detail up front and native landscape along property lines to create the perfect barrier. Springs of Bear Springs Creek emerge on this property and never stopped during the drought last year. You can literally see the water coming out of the ferns along the banks.

Fantastic deep swimming holes are captured by a nice dam that captures water on this property. This property boasts a clean 30-acre pasture perfect for equestrian, grazing, or orchard farm. There are few properties of this size with the perfect mixture of field and native ground. Don’t miss the opportunity to view this property, as it will stand out among the others for size, features and location.

Bella Vista Flying Dollar Ranch

1,025± Acres | Lampasas County Property ID: 1077978 This Lampasas County Ranch is located near Kempner, Texas. Strong live water passes through the property supplying a year-round water source for the highly managed whitetail deer herd. The ranch consists of 1,025 acres with the majority of the property under high fence. A small hunters cabin with electricity and water sits high on a hill overlooking the ranch.

This ranch offers both wooded areas for wildlife habitat as well as good grazing pastures. This property is a turnkey deal ready to be utilized by a new owner.

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162± Acres Gillespie County Property ID 1076725 Less than 15 minutes from downtown Fredericksburg, this pristine ranch offers secluded views, spring fed lake and lush improved pastures scattered with oaks throughout. Improvements include a newly remodeled 4,500-square-foot stone home with office and Cellar awaiting your reserve. For your guest lies a 1,476-square-foot home along with a separate timber and stone cottage, both with all the conveniences of home. Completing the grounds includes large spanning rock wall entrance with private gate, solar energy to run half of the electricity and enclosed heated pool with bar and full shower area. This place has it all- seperate quarters for your kids-grandkids with one of the best secluded views in the county and stocked live spring fed lake.

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Krause Ranch

1,653± Acres | Comal County | Property ID: 1077975

This conveniently situated Century Ranch is 30-40 minutes from the San Antonio International Airport. With deeded access to Canyon Lake, numerous hilltop build sites, lush tillable fields and several water features, this ranch is a must see.

History abounds with its unique original stone homestead and hand dug well from the 1850s until recently operating sugar cane processing equipment is still evident of the time and effort taken to create this working ranch. This unique property with its historic background and excellent location gives this property all the characteristics needed to become a showplace property.

Palmer Creek Ranch

Home Base Ranch

Located in the highly desirable Camp Verde area, this 291± acres offers end of the road privacy, an updated three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath rustic lodge sits hillside overlooking two spring fed lakes. The entire ranch is high fenced containing both native and exotic wildlife. The majority of the property has been cleared of cedar and an excellent road system is in place. In addition to the lodge a conveniently located barn and working pens sit next to a field for the buyer who is interested in livestock. The ranch offers excellent large acreage neighbors in a very private and quiet setting.

Located at ground zero for some of the most scenic Hill Country property anywhere, this new listing is truly nature at its best. Just minutes from Utopia, Garner and Lost Maples Park, this unique ranch offers large neighbors, the perfect mix of multiple hardwood lined hills and valleys, steep bluffs, Oak studded bottom land, spring fed creeks and the utmost in privacy and recreation.

A Hill country style lodge is tucked away in the most private valley of the ranch overlooking a beautiful pond, a spring fed creek and miles of the beautiful Sabinal River Valley below. The views from the home are nothing short of incredible and must be experienced in person. The lodge has recently been redone and expanded to accommodate and entertain large groups of hunters, friends and family. Strong live springs are located in numerous canyons and provide water for the numerous Whitetail, hogs, turkey and occasional free ranging exotics.

291± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 1023133

600± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 1087443

Windmill Hill

250± Acres | Hays County | Property ID: 1099646 This exquisite 250±-acre estate is just minutes out of Wimberley, Texas.

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 outside that offer 20 mile views of the Devils Backbone and the surrounding Hill Country.

No roof tops! Very private! Guest will be more than comfortable lounging by the pool and resting in the adjacent two bedroom guest house with a spacious glassed-in porch to enjoy the countryside.

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Hamilton Ranch

2,135± Acres | Hamilton County Property ID: 1099669 This highly improved ranch is set up perfectly for both recreational use as well as agricultural use. 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. Two additional lakes offer docks and diving boards to add to the fishing and recreation the ranch offers. Improvements consists of several homes with a 3,500 square-foot main lodge. The main lodge offers breath taking views of the river bottom and surrounding hills.

Bear Creek Ranch

Granada Springs

This great ranch features approximately 2,700 feet of Bear Creek with several dams that create crystal clear lakes. A custom-built waterfall is directly in front of the back porch of the native stone two-bedroom, two-bath home. Main house was built in 2006 and overlooks a lake with great landscaping. The Property also includes a two-story limestone rock house built in the late 1800s that would make an incredible restoration project. Many good roads throughout the property allow for easy management of the wildlife, exotics, or livestock.

A unique Hill Country home plus entertainment lodge, two barns and a rustic cabin are positioned high on a limestone bluff overlooking an amazing spring-fed waterway with incredible views. The ranch includes 4,500 feet of BOTH sides of the spring-fed Turtle Creek plus the Granada Spring, which is tremendous source of water even in drought times. The setting for this estate is a sun-set watchers dream!

234± Acres | Gillespie County | Property ID: 1046006

La Bonne Vie Ranch

208± Acres | Gillespie County | Property ID: 993788

Just south of historic Fredericksburg, this amazing Hill Country estate is nestled into the picturesque countryside. First class amenities are included in the main house with over 8,000 square feet of high-ceiling, open concept, ranch-style architecture. This dream home has expansive patios for views and entertaining.

Guest house and ranch office of 8,500± square feet with outside activity area for basketball, softball, volley ball, horseshoes and BBQ functions. Two-stall horse barn with second floor cottage. 2,000-foot paved strip with hanger, plus a regulation trap and skeet range with lounge.

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230± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 1000708

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Clear Springs Ranch

1,127± Acres | Medina County | Property ID: 1100543

This highly improved 1,127±-acre game ranch is truly a one-of-a-kind property.

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. The improvements include a 3,000±-square-foot lodge, main house, two casitas, several barns, and a swimming pool with an outdoor cooking area and bar. 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. This is a turnkey operation ready to go.

Quihi Ranch

850± Acres | Medina County | Property ID: 1100251 This prime hunting ranch consists of 850± acres located just 30 minutes from San Antonio.

Located in the Quihi area, this Medina County property offers excellent deer and bird hunting.

The property offers wonderful trees and rolling hills with nice hay fields covering the bottom lands. The ranch offers a wonderful home surrounded by towering oak trees. In addition to the main home the ranch has a small hunters cabin located away from the main house. This ranch is near the big city but sits miles away from civilization offering peace and quiet.

Valley Mills Ranch

485± Acres | Bosque County Property ID: 1100100

A beautiful lodge which was constructed in 2006 sits on the banks of a 70±-acre lake setting this property apart from its competition. The 6,000±-squarefoot lodge contains five bedrooms and three baths with large deck overlooking the lake. In addition to the large lake there are two additional ponds and a creek. Located just northwest of Waco, Texas this property is conveniently situated between Austin and the Dallas/ Ft. Worth metroplex. The ranch has been very well managed and maintained and is ready for a new owner.

Bell County River Ranch

481± Acres | Bell County | Property ID: 1100192 This ranch consists of 481 acres with over three miles of river frontage on the Lampasas River. The river borders the property on three sides providing a very private and secure setting. The ranch is currently a working cattle ranch with the addition of hay production. There are two homes on the property consisting of the main lodge and ranch managers home. Located between Austin and the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex this property is in a prime location. In addition the property has a great future with the Belton, Temple area of the I-35 corridor growing so fast.

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Cliff Lakes Ranch

3,308Âą Acres | Mason County Mason / Texas Hill Country Property ID: 1109008

Cliff Lakes Ranch, near Mason, is the finest, private big-water trophy ranch to hit the area market in years.

Several large springs create highly exotic rock and cliff-lined lakes of various sizes, and an exquisite, new Hill Country timber/stone mansion provides splendid accommodations.

Infrastructure is immaculate, including irrigated hayfields, solid road system and support structures, including multiple dwellings. Rolling, wooded hills provide haven for trophy whitetail deer, and manicured bottoms are easy on the eyes. $4,950/acre = $16,374,600

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Oak Knoll Ranch

2,727± Acres | Kerr County / Hunt / Texas Hill Country | Property ID: 981606 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, two highway frontages, with vast network of interior paved roads and 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

Pedernales Springs Ranch

1,126± Acres | Blanco County / Johnson City Texas Hill Country | Property ID: 357728 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 of the river frontage is easily accessible, and there are areas of gorgeous pecan and cypress trees beside the shimmering water. 80% 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

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Redstone Ranch

2,937± Acres | Blanco & Gillespie Counties Stonewall / Texas Hill Country | Property ID: 1087394 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 is dotted with clean hayfields amongst cedar-free oak savannahs, and possesses water rights to lift 250 acre-feet annually from the river. Best of the best! $6,950/acre = $20,412,150

Bandera Creek Ranch

2,328± Acres | Medina County Tarpley / Texas Hill Country | Property ID: 1096004 Simply put, this is the best live water value currently on the public market in the Texas Hill Country. Almost one mile of both sides of Bandera Creek, which flowed thru 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. $2,375/acre = $5,529,000 72

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Owl Creek Ranch

879Âą Acres | Kerr County Comfort / Texas Hill Country | Property ID: 987153

This splendid canyonlands ranch on US 87 just south of Fredericksburg boasts 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! $6,950/acre = $6,109,050

Blue Hole Farm

99Âą Acres | Gillespie County Tivydale / Texas Hill Country | Property ID: 997091 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

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Cypress Springs Ranch

875± Acres | Blanco County / Johnson City / Texas Hill Country | Property ID: 1069179 This well-positioned potential live water showplace lies only 15-20 minutes from booming Bee Caves/Lakeway and the 71/281 area including Horseshoe Bay and the Highland Lakes. Soaring ridges deliver truly amazing vistas in all directions, and some of the most spectacular, private live water in the State is found along the 2,000+ feet of Cypress Creek ownership, half encompassing both sides. Co-listed with Mike Waite, Dripping Springs Realty, (512) 217-1866. $13,500/acre = $11,812,500

Enchanting Springs Ranch

490± Acres | Gillespie & Llano Counties Fredericksburg / Texas Hill Country Property ID: 1078396 Located in the center of the awesome Enchanted Rock/Oxford area, this nicely situated ranch 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. $6,500/acre = $3,185,000 74

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Water Valley Ranch

161± Acres | Bandera County Bandera / Texas Hill Country | Property ID: 996975

280± Acres | Kerr County / Comfort / Texas Hill Country

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. $7,453/acre = $1,200,000

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 US 87, in primo spot between Comfort and Fredericksburg, offering some of the best potential monster lake sites we’ve seen. Flowing down thru stunning canyonlands, the scenery, fields, location and water are solid, and the price is lowest in area. $5,500/acre = $1,540,000

River Canyon Ranch

332± Acres | McCulloch County Lohn / Central Texas | Property ID: 875821 One of the finest hunt/ranch combos around for less than $1M! This ranch has ½ 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#). A 10-acre lake has been newly created, and the hunting is rated as good to excellent for deer, turkey and dove. Price: $2,750/acre = $913,000

Wittington Creek Farm

212± Acres | Gillespie County | Property ID: 1054079

New listing with prized Stonewall sandy soils, located 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.

Price: $6,950/acre = $1,473,400

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Squaw Creek Ranch

927± Acres | Gillespie County | Property ID: 1088180

K3 Ranch

1,138 ± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 1018169 The K3 was the home and one of the last ranch projects of the legendary Charlie Schreiner, III. Three with his wife Karol put their heart and soul into the development of a functional exotic and whitetail breeding / hunting ranch.

Decorated and constructed with true authentic Texas Hill Country flair, the K3 is being sold turn key. Whether it is for business or pleasure the K3 is ready for you to move-in and take over the reins.

If you are interested in purchasing a Legacy Ranch, one that is unique and raw, that you can mold into its full potential, call me. This is worth every penny and would be something of value to hand down to future generations. Squaw Creek and Hog Creek are present on the property. Squaw Creek runs through the property for almost a mile in the lower South West corner. Both sides of the creek are owned. It is a very strong creek that runs at varying depths through this ranch with waterfalls, chest-high pools and crystal clear springs. There is one point on the ranch that looks over the majority of the property.

Smith River Ranch 291± Acres Lampasas County Property ID: 1077693

This 291 acre ranch is located between Lampasas and Kempner Texas off Hwy 190. This turnkey ranch offers 1.5 miles of the flowing Lampasas River, with roaring rapids to deep pools winding around the property.

The perimeter is high fenced, plus there is ample cross fencing, allowing for grazing of livestock in many pastures. There are nice coastal fields and oat pastures, supporting cattle and horses in addition to the large herds of whitetail. The Hill Country-style home has a metal roof, is 3000Sf and has three bedrooms, two full baths, two half baths, and is nestled on a ridge that offers awesome views. The ranch also has a stocked catfish pond.

Comanche Creek

575± Acres | San Saba County | Property ID: 1023009

WITHOUT A DOUBT THE BEST RANCH IN TEXAS! The most breathtaking, finest, highly improved ranch currently on the market! One of the best hunting ranches in Texas with world-class whitetail and axis deer! Absolutely the most exquisite improvements on any Texas ranch. Better than any five-star resort. This has one of the finest custom-built lodges, one of the best guest houses ever experienced, and an amazing owners home complete with a two lane bowling alley. Additional acreage may be possible.

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Richards Ranch

1,159± Acres | Grimes County | Property ID: 1033520 The 1,159±-acre Richards Ranch is located just north of Richards, Texas and an easy 45 minute commute from The Woodlands. A beautiful four-bedroom, five-bathroom home, with wraparound porch, is surrounded by giant pine trees.

The upstairs balconies overlook picturesque pastures and a pond. Many of the pastures have been planted in improved Bermuda grasses and Alicia grass. 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.

Property can be purchased as a whole or subdivided into two tracts.

161 Acres

161± Acres | Bosque County | Property ID: 1110162 Located just south of Meridian, Texas fronting on FM 1991, this 161±-acre tract offers 3,500± feet of Bosque River with 32 acre-feet of irrigation rights, has one of the best water holes along the river, great pastures for grazing and hunting. Improvements include a 2,200±-square-foot. two-story home with three-car carport, 1,600±square-foot ranch house, two metal barns, three wells and coop water available. This is a unique offering with great river frontage.

Lost Maples Ranch

138± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 1025706

Located just minutes from Lost Maples Park, this new listing provides everything the Hill Country has to offer. Crystal clear Sabinal River, beautiful rock bottom Marler Creek, multiple canyons with springs and incredible hardwoods, bottoms gentle enough for horses and fabulous views of the surrounding river valley. The ranch is loaded with native whitetail, turkey, hogs and numerous exotics. The ranch offers a very nice four-bedroom, two-bath home, a smaller second home, shop, storage buildings, multiple wells, a well kept irrigated orchard, electric gate and county maintained road. The ranch has great access just off FM 187 yet offers exceptional privacy.

Matagorda Coastal Development

55.1± Acres | Matagorda County | Property ID: 1095074 Situated only two hours west of Houston and five miles east of Matagorda on the Old Gulf Road in Matagorda County. The project is strategically located on the banks of the Intracoastal Waterway and in sight of the East Matagorda Bay land cut. A new 55-acre coastal development project already engineered, permitted, and master-planned with wetlands mitigation and construction estimates. With the permitted canals and the 1,468 feet of Intracoastal Waterway frontage it affords 130 lots, 90% having water front for easy and quick access for the fishing enthusiast. Developers! Tired of sitting on the sidelines with all the old projects?

It’s time to jump in and get your feet wet again with a real money maker!

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Montell Creek Ranch

Rock River Ranch

This property has over one mile of live gushing water on Montell Creek with some of the head-water springs located on the ranch. There is a nice cement dam on the creek that backs up a beautiful crystal clear lake up to 6-7 feet deep for fishing and swimming. There are fantastic views, two caves, huge Indian mounds, 2,000-square-foot home nestled in a valley with a waterfall just outside the back deck, two small guest houses, a foremans house and barn. This ranch joins a 63,000-acre game preserve on the west. Most of the furnishings and equipment will convey with the ranch.

Located in the eye-catching Texas Hill Country and just minutes from town. One of the most striking and beautiful features of this ranch is two miles of crystal clear Nueces River. There are several good size fields and with 250±-acre-ft. of permitted water right, that would allow these fields to be irrigated for improved grasses and food plots for the free roaming exotics, whitetail deer, turkey, quail and dove. Roads and perimeter fencing are in good condition, 10,000± feet of new water lines throughout property, three houses, three water wells, working pens and electricity.

This is a ranch that has it all, hunting, views and lots of gorgeous water.

4,860± Acres | Kinney County | Property ID: 1049534

2,000± Acres | Edwards County | Property ID: 1078595

Sycamore Creek Ranch

357± Acres | Kimble County | Property ID: 1025701 4,000± feet of both sides of live spring-fed Sycamore Creek with three dams, flowing springs and up to 12 feet deep water stocked with bass, fantastic views, 80% cedar cleared, custom built 3,500-square-foot hill country stone home overlooking the creek, 40' x 50' metal barn, three nice cabins, and more. This is a beautiful ranch with fantastic year round water and excellent improvements make this a highly desirable turnkey package!

Cypress River Ranch

337± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 1040451

Over two miles of the cypress-lined Medina River borders this ranch, and HWY 16 borders the other side. Game fenced with great income producing coastal fields, this property has a neat three bedroom two bath log cabin perched on a hill overlooking the ranch. A large 120 X 254 hay barn is included, in addition to the equipment and storage barn near the cabin. This is truly a great ranch located right outside the Apple Capital. Come live in Medina and enjoy the best life has to offer.

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Aransas River Ranch

3,229± Acres | Bee County | Property ID: 1063714

Deer Creek Ranch

1,648± Acres | Burnet County | Property ID: 1059025 Beautiful spring-fed Deer Creek runs through the ranch for approximately one half mile with both sides of the creek. Nice 5155 SF home with two fireplaces, a bar, game room, and swimming pool. The ranch is high fenced and has an outstanding deer herd. Near Burnet and Lampasas.

What a ranch! This is truly one of the finest ranches we have ever had the privilege to work on. This 3,229±-acre ranch has several miles of Arkansas River and several miles of Spring Creek passing through the property. The creek and river are lined with thousands of giant Live Oaks. The river is user friendly and offers great bass fishing, as well as a haven for turkey and all kinds of wildlife.

Improvements are outstanding with several homes, pool, skeet-shooting facility, and large horse barn, The owner has separated the ranch as a working cattle and nature photography ranch. This is a rare find in Bee County.

Salt Gap Ranch

3,429± Acres | McCulloch County Property ID: 1065439

A truly diverse ranch for the geographical center of Texas with a combination of heavy brush, mesquite flats, tillable fields, areas of dense oak species, ravines, hilltop with sweeping views and open grassland. This is an excellent ranch for livestock and hunting. The quail, dove, duck, turkey and sandhill crane hunting is excellent.

There are 12 tanks on the property and several wells which feed an extensive network of water distribution to troughs throughout the ranch. There is a three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath ranch home that serves as the main home and a separate cabin for hunters or a foreman.

J & M Ranch

545± Acres | Uvalde County | Property ID: 1078578 Escape to the Beautiful Texas Hill Country!!! The J&M Ranch is located just minutes from Garner State Park and has been in the family for nearly 21 years.

There is some excellent hunting of exotics and native game plus a stocked catfish tank. The ranch features a park-like atmosphere and has a beautiful Hill Country, custom rock home with six bedrooms and six baths. Some of the other improvements are a foreman’s house, bunkhouse with full kitchen; workshop; storage buildings; five wells; property fenced; equipment shed; cleaning area for deer and to relax and relive all those big deer stories is a rock fire ring to sit around.

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Lake Amistad Hunting Ranch

4,046 ± Acres | Val Verde County | Property ID: 1089072

Kerr County Ranch

Over two miles of frontage on gorgeous Lake Amistad that offers some of the best bass fishing in the world! Loaded with tons of whitetail bucks! Beautiful rolling Val Verde County hunting land with elevations up to 1,279 feet. According to the owner, the main residence is approximately 4,500± square feet and has seven bedrooms, seven baths with two living areas and two patio areas. There is also a smaller 1,200±-square-foot, two-bedroom house. The homes were remodeled shortly after the current owner bought the ranch in 2005 and are in excellent condition. The ranch has been under strict whitetail deer management at the direction and guidance of a game biologist since 2005.

Located on the southern edge of the Divide approx. 30 minutes west of Kerrville on Highway 39, this 2,408±-acre ranch is ready to go as a cattle or hunting ranch. Improvements include a three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath, twostory main home, guest home, and care takers home. A large workshop and equipment barn provide plenty of storage and the main entrance road doubles as a 3,000-foot runway suitable for single engine or light twin aircraft. The ranch is high fenced on the perimeter and much of the cedar has been cleared offering tremendous views.

Bandera 369 Acres

369± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 918823 Located in the popular Utopia area, this ranch listing is the perfect hill country property. The ranch is highlighted by three seperate spring-fed creeks with great dam sites, deep hardwood lined canyons, fertile valleys loaded with game, large neighbors, tremendous views from fabulous homesites, electric and phone service. This is truly one of the most unique properties to hit the market in years.

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2,408± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 1024834

Maynard Ranch

242.6± Acres | Bexar & Comal Counties | Property ID: 1099555 Located approximately .9 miles to 281, with a new elementary school just across the highway. This ranch is great for development or would make an excellent horse ranch and/or recreational ranch. The fields have active hay production, views from the hilltops, and over 3,500± feet of Cibolo Creek frontage. This is a great location only 14 miles north of 1604 off 281 on FM 1863. Neat German homes and barns ready for restoration or would make fabulous guest houses.

Loaded with game.

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Blanco 368 acres

LPW 4 Ranch

These 368± beautiful acres are a true Texas Hill Country paradise.

Just minutes from historic downtown Wimberley, this property has both open pastures and native Hill Country vistas. The picturesque Blanco River passes through the property with beautiful blue-green water. Enjoy good neighbors, wonderful vistas and plenty of trees.

This ranch will not last long at this location.

Located just minutes from historic Boerne, Texas on Ranch Road 473 this ranch offers easy access to San Antonio. 224± acres of rolling hills and wonderful trees encompass the ranch.

Improvements include two homes, large horse barn with living space and entertaining area to accommodate another 14 beds, 300’x 150’ arena in which a portion is covered, horse walker and holding pens. The main home consists of 3,000± square feet with four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths. The guest house offers an additional three bedrooms and two baths.

368± Acres | Hays County | Property ID: 1081056

224± Acres | Kendall County | Property ID: 1106159

Johnson Fork Creek

236.71± Acres | Kimble County | Property ID: 1025705 This nice Kimble County ranch has approximately 2,367± feet of gushing year-round Johnson Fork Creek frontage. This type of permanent year-round creek rarely comes available. There are giant Pecan trees and Oak trees in the creek bottom as well as many varieties of large native Oaks scattered across the ranch. There are some very nice tillable fields suitable for food plots for deer and wildlife. Elevations range from 2,000 feet on the hilltops down to 1,700 feet at the creek bottoms. There are gorgeous hilltop building sites with fantastic views overlooking the creek and fields.

Enchanted Rock Estate

40± Acres | Gillespie County | Property ID: 1077799 RARE OPPORTUNITY! An entire Tuscan village just down the road from Enchanted Rock State Park. There are 20 buildings totaling 50,000+ square feet. This property is currently used as a wedding destination resort but lends itself to many other possible uses; children’s camp, RV resort, shopping village, destination resort, movie set, winery. You won’t believe the amenities we have listed on the website for this place such as the old west saloon or the pool in the cave or the wine vault! Call today for a private tour.

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Circle B Ranch

3,200± Acres | Edwards County Property ID: 1074659 RECENT PRICE REDUCTION – This is one of the nicest ranches on the market in Edwards or the surrounding counties. Truly a turn-key operation that is set up and ready to go. The property is high fenced into two pastures, one is approximately 2,100 acres and the other pasture is 1,100 acres. The gentle rolling ranch is loaded with Live Oaks with good grass turf, with several nice draws running through the ranch. The main headquarters has a 5,500±-square-foot lodge with views of the large pond that can sleep 20-25 guests. The main lodge has a large den area with bar area, pool table to relax and enjoy after the hunts. Also on the property is a second headquarters area with a 1,800±-square-foot foreman’s house, a 3,000±-square-foot newer barn with game cleaning area, walk-in cooler, room for equipment storage, and grain bins for feeding the wildlife. Contact Ken for additional information.

Middle Valley Ranch

1,325± Acres | Sutton County | Property ID: 1072819

Look no further for a quality turn-key ranch. This ranch has been well cared for and is set up and ready to go for a family or corporate hunting retreat. For the area, the ranch has a nice roll to it, with elevations from a low of 2,270' to 2,372'. This ranch shows the years of brush management and some of the best overall land stewardship that we have seen. Over the years the cedar and mesquite have been mostly removed, leaving nice oak motts and good grass turf. This ranch has some of the best soils in Sutton County on it. A nice 2,200±-square-foot, three-bedroom and two-bath rock home is situated on one of the higher parts of the ranch, along with two guest houses. Contact Ken for additional information.

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Rock Falls Ranch

Tarancahaus Creek

With easy access to county roads and local towns, this ranch has many features that could be used for a variety of activities. If you are a hunter, the wildlife is plentiful, if you are a gentleman rancher; the land is rich with improved coastal bermuda and native bermuda grass pastures. There are native post oaks, mesquites and live oaks among other native trees and brush. Improvements include a nice two-bedroom, one-bath home, barns, water wells, working pens. Several nice tanks add additional water for the wildlife and livestock. Contact Steve for additional information.

Set up as a turn-key operation that is set up and ready to go. The property is high fenced with approximately 100 feet of elevation changes and nice views.

The land is gently rolling with good bottom soils. The brush on the ranch is second to none and provides great supplemental feed and cover for the wildlife.

An excellent road system with well maintained senderos is in place. Located on one of the highest points of the ranch is a 2,750±-square-foot lodge with four bedrooms and four baths. Contact Larry for additional information.

238± Acres | Gonzales County | Property ID: 1041070

1,070± Acres | Duval County | Property ID: 1077571

Cherokee Ranch

252± Acres | Cherokee County | Property ID: 1087444 One of the best all around ranches we have seen hit the North Piney Woods market with excellent water fowl hunting, a deep lake and two homes.

This ranch will not disappoint the discerning land buyer. It is ready to go and can be enjoyed from day one! There are two homes on the ranch, one is a two-bedroom, two-bath with front and back porches, the other is a manufactured home, there is a spacious three-car carport and a two bay wood and metal storage barn. Livestock and wildlife typically have abundant surface water. There is a small livestock tank in the front pasture, a beautiful private deep lake centrally located in the woods and a flooded timber slew known for excellent waterfowl hunting. Contact Tom for additional information.

Double J Ranch

1,530± Acres | Madison County | Property ID: 905414

This premiere cattle and hunting ranch has over five miles of Bedias Creek. Bedias Creek flows into the Trinity River and feeds Lake Livingston, so there is first-class fishing and waterfowl hunting, which makes the property a sportsman's dream. The ranch has 13 tanks, with the largest being approximately 20± acres and stocked with bass and catfish. Nice oak trees are throughout the ranch with lush pastures. The headquarters consists of a nice home, implement barn and good set of cattle pens. Several wells are located on the property to provide supplemental water to livestock and wildlife. Contact Ken or Larry for additional information.

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North Llano River Ranch

705± Acres | Kimble County | Property ID: 724424 With approximately three-quarters-of-a-mile of the North Llano, this ranch is a great year around property. Beautiful Hill Country live water ranch that is set up and ready to go for a family or corporate hunting retreat. The ranch is high fenced and South Texas genetics were introduced approximately five years ago. From the hilltops, there are long-range views of the Llano River Valley, and portions of the ranch have had cedar removed, leaving the native oak trees. One of the best road systems that we have seen is on the ranch, with the majority of the roads being all weather caliche roads. Several springs are flowing on the property and several dams along the creek back up water. Contact Ken for additional information.

Lampasas River Ranch

163± Acres | Hamilton County | Property ID: 1076859

The land is a good mix of fertile pasture ground near the river to high hilltops with awesome distant views. This ranch offers a diverse topographic environment, yet maintains an easy, comfortable feeling and allows you to drive around to virtually every part of the ranch. Cover on the ranch is good, especially in the ravines that follow the bottom areas and draws. Much of the property has been cleared of cedar leaving areas of open, rolling, grass-covered hills and valleys with many spectacular live oak trees dotting the countryside. Other hardwoods include, Spanish oak, post oak and elm. A remodeled, cozy, two-bedroom, one-bath cedar cabin sits on a knoll overlooking the hay meadow and on to the river. Contact Wayne for more information.

Post Oak Creek Ranch

77.18± Acres | Wilson County Property ID: 1094032

Carper’s Creek Ranch

143± Acres | Hays County Property ID: 1098529 This is one of the finest recreational/estate ranches in the area. Privacy, nice trees and good dirt combined with quality land improvements and a great location make this ranch one you will want to consider. Surface water at Carper’s Creek Ranch has been greatly improved as a small tank has been enlarged to cover an estimated four± surface acres of water. Professionally built, this private lake is the shining star of the ranch, not to mention the newly constructed entry with electronic rolling gate. The grounds have been cleaned, trimmed and smoothed where appropriate to bring out the best qualities in a Texas Hill Country ranch. Contact Wayne for additional information.

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Lovely home on terrific ranch located seven miles from Stockdale. Enjoy the immaculate Palm Harbor home with four bedrooms, three baths and covered porches that overlooks the three-quarter-acre stock pond and wildlife views. There are three stock tanks and a wet weather creek that runs through the middle of the ranch. Good post oak trees cover the native bermuda grasses. Five strand wire low fencing along perimeter of ranch. County maintained gravel road frontage of 3,000' and 1,150' deep. Enjoy the privacy, quality improvements, fishing and hunting. At the end of the day, relax in the above ground pool with decking. Quiet country living at its best! Contact Steve for additional information.

Pecan Springs Ranch

1,800± Acres | Kimble County | Property ID: 853557 Beautiful Hill County ranch located on the clear flowing North Llano River, located just west of Junction. With almost a mile of river, the ranch is a paradise. Nice elevations on the ranch ranging from 1,935' to 2,263', with long-range views of the Hill Country. Beautiful pecan trees are in the bottoms along with beautiful oaks throughout the rest of the ranch. A picturesque spring runs through part of the ranch with nice water holes for wading. This is one of the best live water ranches in the area.

Modest improvements include an older house and hunter’s cabin.

A good road system is in place through the ranch. Contact Ken for additional information.

Texas Ranches For Sale

www.TexasRanchesForSale.com | info@texasranchesforsale.com Ken Hoerster/Broker | (830) 249-9339 | 222 S Main St | Boerne, Texas 78006

South Grape Creek Ranch 142± Acres | Kendall County Property ID: 1077359

Terrific ranch with gently rolling terrain and multiple varieties of hardwoods which include, Spanish oaks, post oaks, blackjack oaks and nice live oaks. Most of the cedar has been cleared. The ranch has good fertile soil. There are several excellent building sites available to build your dream home. The headwaters of South Grape Creek run along the back side of the ranch.

There is a small to medium sized tank. Seller will convey any mineral rights that are presently owned.

Contact Ken for additional information.

Guadalupe Equestrian Estate

5.5± Acres | Kendall County | Property ID: 1052761 NEW LISTING! This beautiful property will not disappoint! Enjoy over 300± feet of Guadalupe River frontage, a large main home with 4,094 square feet and a lovely pool area, two additional guest houses, one with 588 square feet and the second with 1,014 square feet, which could also be used as a rental. This one of a kind property is unrestricted which would make for a great bed and breakfast or a wonderful place to call home! Don’t miss out on this unique property in the quaint town of Comfort, Texas. Contact Ken for additional information.

Guadalupe Horse Ranch

15.23± Acres | Kendall County Property ID: 1105070 NEW LISTING! Beautiful live water horse farm located just outside of Waring. Located on the Guadalupe River with 470± feet of Cypress lined banks. Great income potential or would make a nice personal ranch. With two barns with 30 horse stalls equipped with tack rooms, wash area and feed storage. Outside paddocks and nice pasture areas round out the property.

Additional improvements include living areas for on-site owners and horse trainers. Contact Ken for additional information.

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Texas Ranches For Sale

www.TexasRanchesForSale.com | info@texasranchesforsale.com Ken Hoerster/Broker | (830) 249-9339 | 222 S Main St | Boerne, Texas 78006

Waller County Home

Wimberley Hill Country Log Home

Flying S Ranch

Close to Houston, terrific 4BR/4BA home with an attached apartment and nice acreage.

Charming log 3BR/2BA home recently updated, meticulously maintained and beautifully landscaped.

First time offering of this longtime family owned ranch! Elevation ranges from 1,935' to 2,263'.

Duval County Ranch

Duval County Ranch

The Quarry at Champee Springs

This may be one of the best red sand ranches available. Several 160-170 B&C bucks harvested.

Nice ranch with rolling topography, red sand and 100% virgin brush. Tons of game and big neighbors.

Enjoy the tremendous views of the Texas Hill Country. There are two 25± acres lots available.

Lacina Ranch

Little Blanco River Ranch

Walton Draw

Spectacular views, good bottom land, good brush cover, excellent hardwoods, nice 3/2 ranch house.

The ranch boasts approx. 2,000± feet of both sides of the Little Blanco River with beautiful Cypress trees.

The ranch has good game, with abundant oak trees and nice views. Fenced with one water well.

Estate Ranch

Red Hawk Ranch at Lone Man Creek Double C Ranch 30.39± Acres | Hays Co. | Prop. ID: 1095456

750± Acres | Sutton Co. | Prop. ID: 975219

This estate ranch is private, heavily treed and offers some great building sites with views!

Exceptional waterfront property with 700± feet of Lone Man Creek frontage with two unique homes.

Located southwest of Sonora in an area known for it’s abundant wildlife. Great hunting/recreation ranch.

7.4± Acres | Waller Co. | Prop. ID: 1094077

600± Acres | Duval Co. | Prop. ID: 965850

29.6± Acres | Bandera Co. | Prop. ID: 1052744

62± Acres | Kendall Co. | Prop. ID: 1090081

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7.25± Acres | Hays Co. | Prop. ID: 1100573

700± Acres | Duval Co. | Prop. ID: 1004248

64± Acres | Blanco Co. | Prop. ID: 1035779

580± Acres | Kimble Co. | Prop. ID: 1027169

25.2± Ac. | Kendall Co. | Prop. ID: 1081567

255± Acres | Menard Co. | Prop. ID: 1049422

L a G l o r i a L a n d C o m pa n y

www.LaGloriaLandCompany.com | (713) 402-8827 phone | (281) 232-4067 fax Matt Mann | 603 Woodlake Circle | Sugar Land, Texas 77498

Deer and Duck Ranch

600± Acres | Lavaca County | Property ID: 990650 Located 100 miles from Houston, this an awesome ranch for a deer and duck hunter! 2/3 of the ranch is wooded with mature live oak, post oak and native brush. There is over 50 acres of waterfowl hunting lakes that are fed by a 1,300 GPM irrigation well with a diesel engine pump, and lots of potential for creating new lakes. It has great privacy being set back off of the county road and accessed by a privately owned entrance. Will Divide.

Price: $1,650,000 or $2,750 per acre.

Chicolete Creek Ranch

2,040± Acres | Jackson County | Property ID: 219863 Located ten miles from Edna and 1.5 hours from Houston, this ranch boasts 2.5 miles of both sides of clear flowing year-round Chicolete Creek, and has several side creeks and hollows.

Offering a high-fenced perimeter and deer breeder pens with South Texas whitetails, this property is a hunting paradise, with turkey, ducks, dove and hogs! The ranch has 200 acres of waterfowl lakes, three ponds, three water wells, electricity, and is covered in monster live oaks and other hardwoods. Will Divide. Price: $7,140,000 or $3,500 per acre.

Sherry Hill Ranch

104± Acres | Caldwell County Located on the Bastrop/Caldwell County line just south of Rosanky, Texas, this ranch is a 45-minute drive from Austin and a two-hour drive from Houston. There are two homes, approximately 1,500 square feet each, and two storage barns on the property. There are two stock tanks, rolling terrain, big timber, and open pasture. This is a great combination cattle/ hunting ranch, with deer, turkey, hogs, and dove. Some minerals may be available. Price: $375,000 or $3,605 per acre

Running M Farm and Ranch

480± Acres | Wharton County | Property ID: 1031461 This irrigated farmland is suitable for a cattle or farming operation, or a development property. It has outstanding irrigation water, including a 22-acre lake and a 1,300 GPM irrigation well. Both can supply water to the miles of underground 16? PVC water lines and the center pivot system. This property has paved frontage on three roads, and has three barns shaded by huge live oaks. $4,000 per acre. Price: $1,920,000

Running S Ranch

24.11± Acres | Fayette County This convenient little getaway is located two hours from Houston and one hour from Austin. It features a beautiful four-bedroom, three-bath home overlooking a stocked bass pond. The property is heavily wooded with huge live oak, post oak, and cedar. Ammenities include a 50’ x 70’ barn and city water. Paved FM road frontage, 10 miles from I-10. Some minerals available. Price: $599,000

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K e l l e r W i l l i a m s R e a lt y L u x u r y / F a r m & R a n c h www.FineTexasRanches.com | W.K.Shumpes@gmail.com | (210) 415-6161 Skip Shumpes/Broker Associate | 312 River Road | Boerne, Texas 78006

Sierra Vista Ranch

254± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 1028404 You can’t find Hill Country land this spectacular this close to city services at anywhere near this price! Special $3996/acre only until end of this year. Dramatic long range views of Medina Lake, gorgeous building sites for home or lodge. Ideal blend of majestic hills & fertile valleys full of native wildlife. Half a mile of seasonal creek just waiting for your dam to be built. 30 minutes to San Antonio, neighbors all large ranches. Ag taxes. Additional acreage available. Seller LREA. $1,015,000.

Guadalupe River Ranch

117± Acres | Kendall County | Property ID: 1066455

Drive right to the water’s edge on two gravel beaches – nearly one mile spectacular cypress lined Guadalupe River, productive hayfields, scenic high bluffs and over one-half mile paved county road frontage, yet only minutes to Boerne and San Antonio. Dynamite two bedroom/two bath weekend home – privacy with a view!

Bring your horses – metal horse barn with apartment, sand riding arena, hot walker and lots of beautiful countryside to explore. Perfect site overlooking river left for spectacular lodge or home. $3,000,000.

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K e l l e r W i l l i a m s R e a lt y L u x u r y / F a r m & R a n c h

www.FineTexasRanches.com | W.K.Shumpes@gmail.com | (210) 415-6161 Skip Shumpes/Broker Associate | 312 River Road | Boerne, Texas 78006

Yeager Creek Game Ranch 266± Acres | Blanco County Property ID: 1059009

Looking for a hunting ranch to take family and friends that’s private, but not too far from Austin or San Antonio? Come for a visit to Yeager Creek Game Ranch and fall in love! Roughly 3000 feet of clear flowing Yeager Creek (seasonal during drought) - several ideal dam sites. Spend weekends or holidays in the modern 2 bedroom, 2 bath home with spacious loft for overflow guests. Prized whitetail genetics roam free plus abundant axis, fallow deer and blackbuck antelope. High fenced. Additional acreage available. $2,425,000

Boerne Vintage Estate

40.58± Acres | Kendall County | Property ID: 1105306

Looking for the ultimate estate near Boerne? Come see this 40 acre 1983 vintage 6 bedroom opportunity for your personalized makeover. Capture the essence of the Hill Country & pocket the savings! Park style trees adorn the landscape, double electric gates ensure your privacy, the views from the house & grounds are breathtaking plus an ideal site for your own private pond or lake. Ag taxes. $1,425,000

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K e l l e r W i l l i a m s R e a lt y L u x u r y / F a r m & R a n c h www.FineTexasRanches.com | W.K.Shumpes@gmail.com | (210) 415-6161 Skip Shumpes/Broker Associate | 312 River Road | Boerne, Texas 78006

Double B Ranch & Golfer’s Dream

720± Acres | Gillespie County | Property ID: 1039724

Spectacular Texas Hill Country hunting ranch/corporate retreat/guest camp including an 18-hole golf course with a ±10,000 sf (per GCAD) lodge, 3-story owner’s home and numerous smaller houses, cabins and barns all amidst gorgeous scenery featuring 3 flowing creeks with 4 crystal clear lakes set against massive limestone bluffs. ±600 acres high fenced for exotics and whitetail deer. Perfect site for church retreat, summer camp or corporate meeting facility. Convenient to both Kerrville and Fredericksburg. $8,200,000.

Bailey Airport Ranch - Pilot’s Joy

186.54± Acres | Wilson County | Property ID: 923308 Need a place to park your plane? This ranch has it plus 1/4 minerals in red hot Eagle Ford Shale area! 3500 ft asphalt airstrip with ±13,500 sf (per WCAD) metal and concrete block building partitioned as 6500 sf hangar, 3500 sf work shop & 3500 sf 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence area. Rolling coastal bermuda pasture perfect for cattle. A 2-acre pond offers recreational fishing as well as providing livestock & wildlife drinking water. 5 minutes to Stockdale, 40 minutes to San Antonio. $1,125,000.

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K e l l e r W i l l i a m s R e a lt y L u x u r y / F a r m & R a n c h

www.FineTexasRanches.com | W.K.Shumpes@gmail.com | (210) 415-6161 Skip Shumpes/Broker Associate | 312 River Road | Boerne, Texas 78006

SVR 509 Ranch - Year End Sale

509± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 34961

Price reduced to only $3988 through end of 2012. Convenient getaway hunting ranch only 30 minutes from San Antonio. Savor the serenity of majestic sunsets, but don’t feel isolated on this close to services, yet extremely private Texas Hill Country ranch.

Over a mile of seasonal creek just waiting for dam construction. Great variety of native hardwoods provide cover for deer, turkey and feral hogs. Ag taxes. Owner LREA.$2,030,000.

Guadalupe River Sabinas Creek Estate 23.31± Acres | Kendall County Property ID: 845344

MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION! If live water is your love, you MUST come see this fabulous ranch estate fronting both the Guadalupe River and the turquoise hued Sabinas Creek. Wonderful family retreat or B&B. Historic 1890’s era fully renovated 6200 sf (per KCAD) home features 4 bedrooms, 4 baths with 200 year old long leaf pine flooring imported from Boston warehouse, plus a separate 600 sf fully appointed office/guest house. 15 acre coastal bermuda field for horses. Minutes to Boerne & San Antonio. $1,489,000.

1st Tract to Have Been Sold in Premier Champee Springs

22.22± Acres | Kendall County | Property ID: 1095678

The best of the best! Magnificent views, majestic oaks and tranquil privacy on this 22.22 acre estate featuring southwestern style native stone and frame open floor plan home with like kind guest house a comfortably short walk away. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered porch while gazing at the deer peacefully oblivious to your presence. Short commute to shopping in Boerne and Boerne schools.

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P h y l l i s B r o w n i n g C o m pa n y

www.PremierFarmandRanch.com | www.PremierRanchesofTexas.com | (210) 213-5402 George M. “Mitch” West/Broker Associate | 6601 Broadway | San Antonio, Texas 78209

Incredible Views of the Spring-Fed Valley

319± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 1063174 This lush ranch in a spring-fed valley covered with mature live oaks and pecans, offers incredible views of the surrounding Hill Country.

High-fenced for game, with very good whitetail and axis herds. The custom limestone home is well-appointed with high quality details, combining luxury with convenience. The home offers five bedrooms, four baths, featuring an open floor plan and high ceilings, plus slate and wood flooring. The gourmet kitchen includes a granite topped island and breakfast bar and much more. The split master retreat is equipped with a fireplace and private patio. Contact George M. “Mitch” West at (210) 213-5402 or gmwest@phyllisbrowning.com

Excellent Hunting Ranch with Owner Financing Available 2,392.41± Acres | Jim Hogg County | Property ID: 1061402

Palomas Ranch is located in the Hebbronville area, which is renowned for great quail hunting with rolling sandy terrain. This great property also offers excellent deer hunting, and the dove hunting in the fall is outstanding. Improvements include a two-bedroom, one-bath house, barn, four water wells and good roads throughout. There is one producing gas well on the property, and the owner is including half of the executive rights and a quarter of the royalties. Owner financing is available.

Contact George M. “Mitch” West at (210) 213-5402 or gmwest@ phyllisbrowning.com

Impeccably Maintained Harper Ranch

1,600± Acres | Kimble County | Property ID: 1049792 Pride of ownership is apparent in every aspect of this fine Hill Country ranch. From the outstanding high quality game fencing and numerous well-constructed barns and outbuildings, this picturesque retreat is only minutes from IH 10 on Hwy 290. Beautiful, rolling oak terrain highlight the large exotic herd, including Black Buck, White Tail, Axis and Nilgai. There is an extensive list of improvements that have been well designed and constructed and maintained meticulously, including two very nice limestone houses. You have to see this property to appreciate the time and effort involved in its development. Contact George M. “Mitch” West at (210) 213-5402 or gmwest@phyllisbrowning.com 92

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P h y l l i s B r o w n i n g C o m pa n y

www.PremierFarmandRanch.com | www.PremierRanchesofTexas.com | (210) 213-5402 George M. “Mitch” West/Broker Associate | 6601 Broadway | San Antonio, Texas 78209

Spectacular Home with View on 1,130 Acres

1,130± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 1047487 Camel Ridge Ranch, in the heart of the best of the Texas Hill County, is less than an hour from San Antonio and only 15 minutes from Kerrville. High-fenced for game, sporting oryx, black buck and white tail, the ranch provides an excellent hunting and wildlife habitat. Good access with a dramatic stone entry gate on Hwy 173 and FM 2828 runs along the southern property line. Excellent roads are in place throughout. This unique property features a luxurious 9,000-square-foot estate home with a hand-cut limestone façade and travertine columns. Custom iron doors welcome you into the 1,200-square-foot living room, featuring 38 foot cathedral ceilings with reclaimed barn timber beams and a floating spiral staircase. The entire lower level of the house is floored with polished travertine tiles and very high-quality craftsmanship throughout. The gourmet island kitchen highlights include Brazilian granite counters, Viking gas stove, alder cabinets and a walk-in pantry. The attached 26‘x34’ family room/party barn is self-cooling with six custom arched French doors, 21-inch thick walls, recessed ventilation windows and ceiling fans. The water system, for the house, is highly engineered with three storage tanks and a water softener. Other amenities, on the property, include a very nice foreman’s house, hunting cabin, large barn and workshop area plus warehouse, pecan orchard, two ponds, 80 cultivated acres with coastal and a large wet weather creek. George M. “Mitch” West (210) 213-5402 or gmwest@phyllisbrowning.com.

Magnificent Madrone Ridge Ranch

332.26± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 1043946

Madrone Ridge Ranch is heavily wooded and features several hilltops that provide spectacular vistas of the surrounding hill country, only minutes from Comfort.

There are also lush views of the picturesque six-acre lake located in the middle of the ranch. It’s equipped with a quaint cabin with a water well and other outbuildings next to the lake, which is stocked with fish. An abundance of wildlife thrives throughout the diverse terrain. This is a great weekend getaway less than an hour from San Antonio. George M. “Mitch” West (210) 213-5402.

Spectacular Bear Creek Waterfalls

447± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 967538 This magnificent waterfront property is located less than an hour from San Antonio, near Pipe Creek. The constant flowing Bear Creek meanders for almost 1¾ miles through the ranch. The crystal clear water, with a solid rock bottom, flows over a series of six waterfalls. The main house is a two-story, limestone masterpiece with spacious rooms and a gourmet kitchen with fireplace. Other buildings include a Sunday House, a guest house and a barn with a workshop area. The terrain varies from gorgeous creek bottoms to majestic hilltops with plenty of flat land for horses. Contact George M. “Mitch” West at (210) 213-5402 or gmwest@phyllisbrowning.com

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P h y l l i s B r o w n i n g C o m pa n y www.PremierFarmandRanch.com | (800) 860-0699 6601 Broadway | San Antonio, Texas 78209

Impressive Hill Country Estate

25.73± Acres | Blanco County | Property ID: 1031888 This beautiful Texas Hill Country property is very unique with a historic main house on 25.73 acres, dating back to 1850, that has been beautifully restored and renovated. The location is superb, being only six miles south of Blanco off of Hwy 281. Although it is accessed through the gated neighborhood of Stallion Estates, it is not part of the subdivision. With a guest wing in the main house, a guest house and several guest quarters, this property perfectly lends itself to be a family retreat, bed and breakfast or a beautiful horse property. In addition to the above improvements, there is also a party barn with a full kitchen, bath and living quarters and a historic old barn, that has been restored to include four horse stalls and a shop area. Contact Todd Avery (210) 260-9315, tavery@phyllisbrowning.com.

Diamond in the Rough

89.77± Acres | Austin County | Property ID: 979529 This beautiful acreage, south of Brenham, has much to offer and just needs a little TLC. Over 2,000 feet of Boggy Branch Creek, beautiful pastures, heavy trees and brush for wildlife. Improvements such as an old house, water well, electricity, a manufactured home site with a septic system, old out-buildings, barn and pens.

Some minerals available. Contact Todd Avery (210) 260-9315, tavery@phyllisbrowning.com.

Fabulous Hill Country Opportunity

654± Acres | Menard County | Property ID: 1030486 Northeast of Menard, this Hill Country gem is covered with beautiful live oak trees and offers excellent hunting. The main ranch house is a very comfortable fourbedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home with two eating areas and a large family room, accented by a huge rock fireplace. Other improvements include a hunter’s cabin, a small guest house, equipment barn and shop, working pens, low perimeter and cross fencing. There are three water wells on the property that supply the water for the ranch headquarters and the strategically located water troughs across the ranch. The terrain of the ranch provides several opportunities to add water features.

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James L. Ahern, Jr., Ranch Broker

www.AhernRanches.com | james@ahernranches.com | (210) 827-0505 James L. Ahern, Jr. | PO Box 153 | Alpine, Texas 79831

Fashing Ranch

250± Acres | Karnes County | Property ID: 1102612 Located a half mile north of Fashing, Texas in Karnes county. Farm house, pond, 50 acres in brush and 100 acres in improved grass pasture. Paved road frontage on FM 2904 and CR 407. Water wells, rural water and three phase power. No minerals. This property can be divided into smaller tracks! Price: $2,125,000 or $8,500 per acre

Tarpley Ranch

50 Acre Ranch with Horse Facility

Located eight miles south of Tarpley, Texas. A half mile east of FM 462. Easement road access, rectangular shape, power and rustic cabin. No water well but one can be drilled. Two sides of the property have good fence and two sides are not fenced. Big views, big trees, great price. Just 75 minutes from San Antonio! Price: $527,745 or $3,495 per acre

Twenty horse stalls, lighted arena, horse safe pipe fencing.

Two bedroom, one bath country ranch house on a hill top, under a huge oak tree. No minerals. Price: $425,000

151± Acres | Medina County | Property ID: 1102607

50± Acres | Wilson County Property ID: 1105840

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James L. Ahern, Jr., Ranch Broker www.AhernRanches.com | james@ahernranches.com | (210) 827-0505 James L. Ahern, Jr. | PO Box 153 | Alpine, Texas 79831

Hacienda Ranch

500± Acres | Uvalde County | Property ID: 1104404 Hunting ranch situated on the banks of the Nueces River, with just under two miles of the river. Well managed with approximately 285± acres under high fence and the balance being low fenced. The ranch encompasses the entire town of Hacienda, Texas. A great family or corporate retreat, the ranch offers a renovated historic six bedroom, six bathroom house. Guest house, several equipment barns, including one that has a game cleaning area and walk-in cooler. Skeet range, rifle and pistol range and nice views from the patios. A 375± gpm well in the Buda Aquifer and two other domestic wells with piped water to troughs are on the property. 200 class whitetail genetics, axis, blackbuck, sika, fallow and several species of ram. Price: $2,250,000

Pecos Hunting Ranch

Pecos River Ranch

Brand new on market! Approximately 1,032 acres of wild and scenic mountains with breathtaking views! Less than one mile from the pristine Pecos River (public access pictured). Abundant wildlife! Caves! This is an explorer’s delight!

More details to follow. Adjoining 320 acres Pecos River Ranch available. See property below. Asking price: $925,000

Unique big country property includes abundance of accessible spring-fed surface water, excellent views of the Pecos River, good wildlife, usable improvements, power, wells, Indian mounds, caves/shelters, etc. This ranch has a lot of attributes for its size. Adjoining 1,032 acres Pecos Hunting Ranch available. See property above. Asking price: $750,000

1,032± Acres | Val Verde County | Property ID: 920683

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302± Acres | Val Verde County | Property ID: 1058599

James L. Ahern, Jr., Ranch Broker

www.AhernRanches.com | james@ahernranches.com | (210) 827-0505 James L. Ahern, Jr. | PO Box 153 | Alpine, Texas 79831

Lockhart Mountain Ranch 932± Acres | Llano County Property ID: 920403

This great ranch is 932± acres and located nine miles north east of Llano, Texas in Llano county. The ranch has Lockhart Mountain on it, which is a huge granite mountain. The views back towards Austin, Texas are fantastic. This ranch is five minutes from the Llano airport, yet totally secluded at the end of a county road. The property has good hunting and will run some cows. It also features several nice stock tanks, a water well and electricity.

This fantastically located ranch is only one hour from Austin, Texas and is priced at $3,850,000.

North Llano River Ranch 793± Acres | Kimble County Property ID: 920404

This beautiful 793± acre hill country ranch is located seven miles west of Junction, Texas and has a mile of frontage on the north Llano river.

The ranch has approximately 200± acres of river bottom country and 600 acres of mountain country to the south. The cedar has been removed from the mountain country that over looks the river and would be a great place to build a ranch house.

There is a water well and electricity at the home site. The ranch will run some cows and has deer, turkey and hog hunting. This ranch is unimproved and ready for someone to create their dream hill country place. The price of this great ranch has been lowered to $2,995,000.

Mertzon Ranch

568± Acres | Tom Green County Property ID: 1107705 Great hunting ranch! $200 per month cash flow from oil well. Owner will convey minerals. House and furnishings included. Four deer blinds, two wells, a solar and submersible pump, 22 gpm on electric well, 11 gpm on solar well.

Price: $1,150,000

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Texas Ranch Brokers,

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Mike Bacon | baconranchsales@peoplepc.com | (512) 335-0071 | PO Box 201330 | Austin, Texas 78720 Drew Colvin | drew@circlecranches.com | (512) 755-2078 | PO Box 1338 | Burnet, Texas 78611

San Gabriel Farms

Kirby Ranch

Scenic country, river front, ranch house, guest cottage, two barns, two wells, outbuildings. Close but secluded. Price: $775,000. Seller will divide.

Gorgeous acreage with breathtaking views. Great hunting, fields, tanks for livestock. Two homes and a shop. Third home site on mountain top. Price: $599,000

97.91± Acres | Burnet Co. | Property ID: 905635

118± Acres | Lampasas Co. | Property ID: 1101945

Back Bone Ridge

Naruna Ranch

Panther Creek Ranch

Fantastic ranch, 20 mile vistas, old oaks, bluff and outstanding hunting. Cleared home sites, water well. One hour from Austin. Price: $885,000.

This ranch has it all from tall post oak and live oak trees, a running creek, and several stock tanks! One hour from Austin. Price: $4,602,500

End-of-the-road ranch with high elevations and almost 360-degree views. Abundant wildlife and outstanding hunting. One hour from Austin. Price: $735,490

Tyra Ranch

Box Canyon Ranch

Plentl Estate

Highly improved ranch with an abundance of wild game and surface water. Spectacular 10,700 SF main house. 90 minutes NW of Austin. Price: $4,000,000

Fantastic Hill Country ranch, 20 mile vistas, comfortable ranch house, outstanding hunting, and famous Peters Creek. Price: $2,463,945. Seller will divide.

Scenic estate located 30 min. north of Austin, fantastic 360 views. Old homestead, barns, fenced, ponds, electrical, water. Price reduced: $874,825

118± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 846819

401± Acres | Lampasas Co. | Prop ID: 1106591

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1,315± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 920666

411± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 1099089

186± Acres | Lampasas Co. | Prop. ID: 1076309

109.49± Acres | Williamson Co. | Prop. ID: 1072967

Texas Ranch Brokers,

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Mike Bacon | baconranchsales@peoplepc.com | (512) 335-0071 | PO Box 201330 | Austin, Texas 78720 Drew Colvin | drew@circlecranches.com | (512) 755-2078 | PO Box 1338 | Burnet, Texas 78611

Watering Hole Ranch

Pecan Crossing Ranch

Beautiful and diverse with a balance of pasture and woods, plus a creek. The historic Water Hole has not gone dry in 50 years! Will divide. Price: $1,017,000

Family or corporate retreat. Ideal game ranch. High fenced and stocked with exotic and native game. Rock home overlooks 3-acre stocked lake. Price: $2,250,000

367.64± Acres | Burnet County | Property ID: 1033542

226± Acres | Burnet County | Property ID: 0

The Old Ranch

356± Acres | Coryell Co. | Prop. ID: 1073048 Fully furnished lodge sleeps 16, deer stands, feeders, creek, seven ponds, barns and cattle working pens. Plenitful game. Price: $1,750,000

Tarr Ranch

223.2± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 1021103 Custom 4 BR home. Dense woods and brush, coastal field, forever views. Price: $3,750,000. Call Mike Bacon (512) 940-8800 or Gary Hulsey (830) 693-5758.

Sam Bass Springs

262.91± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 565504 Fantastic ranch, 20-mile vistas, oaks, granite outcroppings, huge live spring and waterfalls, excellent hunting, thick tree cover, water well, restrictions. Seller motivated. Will divide. Price reduced: $1,972,500

Izoro Ranch

458± Acres | Lampasas Co. | Prop. ID: 842713 Beautiful ranch with varied terrain. Good tree cover, seasonal creek, 5 ponds, and remodeled 3/2 home.

90 minutes from Austin. Price: $1,717,987

Stone Mountain

Natural Rock Ranch

Dramatic views of the Colorado River Valley and famous Sam Bass Springs, natural pools, waterfalls, heavy tree cover, restricted. Cleared home site. One hour from Austin. Seller motivated. Price reduced: $1,087,500

Beautiful 4/2 rock home, geo-thermal heat/cooling.

Barn with workshop and apartment. Pipe pens, open shed, tack room, stock pond. Price: $650,000. Call Harold Harton (512) 556-6505.

145± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 846821

100± Acres | Lampasas Co. | Prop. ID: 0

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Mike Bacon | baconranchsales@peoplepc.com | (512) 335-0071 | PO Box 201330 | Austin, Texas 78720 Drew Colvin | drew@circlecranches.com | (512) 755-2078 | PO Box 1338 | Burnet, Texas 78611

Cross Bar Ranch

Lucky Penny Ranch

Spectacular executive ranch with first class amenities. Custom log home, guest house, barn and more. High-fenced, exotics, white tail deer, and MLD permit.

Stocked multi-acred lake. 45 minutes NW Austin. Price: $6,750,000

Spectacular ranch 45 minutes NW of Austin. Stocked 8± acre lake, 1.5 miles of Clear Creek frontage with dam. High-fenced, MLD permitted, hunting, fishing.

Three homes, horse barn, lighted arena. Fantastic views. Price: $5,500,000

343.19± Acres | Burnet County | Property ID: 1026910

533.77± Acres | Bell County | Property ID: 1033759

Sycamore Creek Ranch

LLK Ranch

100-year-old family land offers hilltop views, creek, ponds, wildlife. Heavily treed. Owners will divide into 330 to 654 acre tracts. Price: $7,021,455

15 minutes from Del Rio. Three flowing creeks, mostly high fenced, stocked with trophy deer and exotics. Owner will subdivide. 50 percent of minerals will convey. Price: $12,057,500

Gently rolling terrain, combination of tree cover and open pasture with big views. Large lake stocked with bass. Price: $1,642,200. Call Mike Bacon (512) 940-8800 or Paul Hudson (512) 328-8744.

Patten Ranch

Messenger Mountain Ranch

Waggoner Ranch

Scenic and rugged. 15,000 ft. of total paved road frontage. Only 40 min to Austin. 2 creeks, 5 stock tanks, water well, windmills.

Rustic ranch house. Will divide. Price: $3,695,000. Call Hunt H. Hellums (512) 633-0500 or Mike Bacon (512) 940-8800.

150-foot elevation changes and a ridge on Messenger Mtn. with dramatic 30+ mile views. Heavy hardwood cover with large areas of cedar being cleared. Several ponds. 2 weekend cabins. Price: $2,750 per acre

High fenced, 360-degree views, 5.5-year-old 2,100SF rock ranch house. Large steel building, nice trailer, stock ponds, well. Price: $1,200,000. Call Mike Bacon (512) 940-8800 or Randy Lenz (512) 787-6978.

A Bar Ranch

2,009± Acres | Fayette Co. | Prop. ID: 156460

989.54± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 1050332

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9,100± Acres | Val Verde Co. | Prop. ID: 0

450± Acres | Lampasas Co. | Prop. ID: 1088002

476± Acres | Lampasas Co. | Prop. ID: 973296

248± Acres | Lampasas Co. | Prop. ID: 1088039

K e l l e r W i l l i a m s Fa r m

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www.KWFarmAndRanchGroup | jrdoak@kw.com | (361) 243-1040 Rick Doak/Agent | 1921 Lohmans Crossing, Suite 100 | Austin, Texas 78734

Johnson Estate

373 Acres

Beautiful Llano property close to town and good highway 71 frontage three miles west of town. Great brush and cover with good hunting.

Electricity is available with one water well on the property. TxDOT has an approved entrance to place an additional gate and entrance off 71. Call agent for additional details. Price: $786,625

373 beautiful acres near Moulton, Texas. Near the end of county road. Good roll to the land with terrain changes and a ridge line that rises up over 500 feet about sea level as per GPS. Excellent wildlife with no hunting pressure in the last several years. Good mix of hardwoods and browse of yaupon. The water well manifold has just been reworked as of 4-7-11. Included is a three bedroom mobile home that would make a great temporary home while you build your dream home or hunting cabin. This mobile home is as is-where is. This property is heavily wooded with senderos cut all throughout. Good perimeter access. This is the kind of property that would make a perfect high game fence ranch. Small tank behind the house. Electricity is in place. In a great location close to Houston, Austin, and San Antonio. Views where you can see for miles. Price: $1,249,550

175± Acres | Llano County Property ID: 1073376

373± Acres | Gonzales County | Property ID: 973510

Suman Ranch

209.36± Acres | McCulloch County | Property ID: 1074424

Bison Ranch

750± Acres | Caldwell County Property ID: 1068754 Wonderful game ranch located just north of Harwood, Texas off I-10. 750± acres in a great area with excellent development potential.

Currently a ranch for breeding bison and other exotics, but would make a great cattle ranch or remain an exotic operation. Good pasture, grass and water. Seller will drill new water well at a location to be determined by buyer. Ranch is surrounded by smaller tracts and would be a great development for smaller tracts. Ranch is all high fenced with new fence along frontage. No minerals.

Call for additional details. Price: $4,875,000

Beautiful 209± acres on highway 71 near Fredonia, Texas. Just 17 miles from a Super Walmart, shopping in Brady, Texas and in the Mason school district. Drive into the ranch through the automatic electric gate, and up to the ranch lodge built in 2008. It is an energy efficient three bedroom, two bath house with an open kitchen and living area. Entering through the back door, you walk into a mudroom to kick off your boots and hang up your hat with lots of storage. Next to that is the utility room with washer and dryer. The home also has an office with built in desk. The floors are stained cement for easy cleaning and the ceilings are nine foot. The attached two car garage is finished and very well insulated, and could be easily converted into another two bedrooms or a large game room. The home is wired throughout for satellite TV. There are two water wells with windmills, one with a submersible pump. Large water cistern near the house. There is a large tank that is fairly deep and is spring fed. Springs were running as of April 13, 2012. There are lots of nice live oaks on the ranch and other native trees and brush. The ranch was sprayed by helicopter for cactus in March, 2008. A creek runs through the property for over a mile. The ranch is 1,740 feet wide and over a mile deep, with good views from the back of the ranch with higher terrain. There is some new fencing with eight acres fenced and planted in Tifton 85 three years ago. There are also five acres of Wilman love grass. Excellent hunting on the property with good deer, turkey, dove and hogs. There is a very nice 30x50 insulated barn with two large rollup doors on concrete slab with water and 110/220 electricity. Nearby is a 30x60 three sided metal equipment barn with water and electricity. A trap leads into a set of metal working pens with squeeze chute. The ranch has a great roll to it with just the right amount of brush cover for excellent wildlife habitat. Call agent for additional details. Price: $1,375,000

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www.KWFarmAndRanchGroup | diamondfranch@hotmail.com | (512) 940-3300 David Faust & Cheryl Fowlkes | cafowlkes@kw.com | (512) 749-8509 | 1921 Lohmans Crossing, Suite 100 | Austin, Texas 78734

Jackson Creek

3 Forks Ranch

80.75± Acres | San Saba County | Property ID: 1040990

48.22± Acres | Lampasas County | Property ID: 989512 Reduced $100,000. 3 Forks Ranch main house 4,000 square foot, detached 1,200 square foot office, six stall barn, feed and tack room, hay barn, guest cottage, in-ground swimming pool. Two lighted arena’s – 80x120 foot square and 120 foot round pen, holding and covered working pens. Check the virtual tour for additional photos and features... too many to mention... Contact agent (David Faust (512) 940-3300 or Cheryl Fowlkes (512) 7498509) for access instructions and directions. Price: $595,000

Corky Cox Ranch Road

20.98± Acres | Hays County | Property ID: 1066550 Privacy and exceptional views of Texas Hill Country. Approximately 1,860 square foot custom built manufactured home, 26x36 insulated garage, 30x50 workshop, three rain water tanks, two wells, RV hookups and wildlife managed. Gated entrance for six large ranches that surrond the property. Visit: www.landsofamerica.com/land-for-sale/21-acres-in-HaysCounty-Texas/id/1066550, for more details. Call Cheryl Fowlkes (512) 749-8509. Price: $420,000 102

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80.75 acres San Saba County, one mile east of Cherokee. 2,200 square foot home located close to creek in native Pecan Grove. 1,800 square foot metal barn, concrete floors, upstairs, and horse stalls.

Good perimeter fences, cross-fenced into separate traps. Excellent set of pipe working pens with fenced penning alleys from all areas of place. Two strong wells. Ready to move in. Contact David Faust (512) 940-3300 or Bob Clifton (830) 613-5215. Price: $649,500

Hamilton Pool Road

46.55± Acres | Travis County | Property ID: 1060349 This 46.55± acres has over 120 feet of road frontage, is surrounded by large ranches and is part of 200+ acre ranch, fenced, beautiful oaks, great view points, plenty of places to place a home or use for recreational, limited restrictions and wildlife managed. Visit: www.landsofamerica.com/land-for-sale/47-acres-in-TravisCounty-Texas/id/1060349 for this listing. For more info contact Cheryl Fowlkes (512) 749-8509. Price: $744,800

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www.KWFarmAndRanchGroup | Darren Logsdon/Agent | dwlatx@gmail.com | (512) 423-1770 1921 Lohmans Crossing, Suite 100 | Austin, Texas 78734

3 Whispers

11Âą Acres | Hays County Situated on the Blanco River, this world class, old world estate has it all. Great river frontage, large home with six bedrooms, nine baths, three kitchens, three pools and two water wells. Very private, gated and secure. Crystal clear, cypress lined riverfront. Limestone cliffs, beautiful trees and grounds. Truly spectacular. Conveniently located in the Hill Country between Austin and San Antonio. Call Darren Logsdon, (512) 423-1770, for more information.

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Texas Best Ranches,

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www.TexasBestRanches.com | jeff@texasbestranches.com | (210) 705-4013 Jeff Soele/Broker | #15 Champions Run | San Antonio, TX 78258

2 Million Price Reduction Burn Bargain – “Live Water Ranch”

2,863± Acres | Nolan County | Property ID: 954336 2,863±-acres, game-fenced. This is one of the finest, ready to go, “live water”, game-fenced, Whitetail-Exotic hunting and recreational ranches I have ever seen! Main lodge that has five bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths and sleeps 12 with approximately 5,000 square feet. Also enjoy a rock patio and fire pit area, a pool with a hot tub, a guest house, a foreman’s house, and paved access with an electric entry. A workshop, a game-processing facility, walk-in cooler, two equipment barns, a horse stable area with pipe paddocks. Deer handling facility with nine large breeder pens, and four buck pens. The ranch is under MLD and hunts October through February. Price was $8,495,000, now 6,495,000. Call Jeff Soele (210) 705-4013, or email jeff@texasbestranches.com

Area’s Best Live Water

166± Acres | Kendall County | Property ID: 843745 This unique property, nestled in the Hill Country between Boerne and Comfort, Texas was originally settled in 1814! Both sides of the crystal clear, rock bottom Big Joshua Creek with limestone bluffs, many springs, deep holes, a gorgeous waterfall, and an engineered rock dam built by one of the best! Main house features a stunning finish-out. The property also has a rock guest house, cabin, pool, a horse barn, a coastal field. Truly one of the best you will ever see. Call Jeff Soele today! (210) 705-4013.

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Texas Coast – Rare Find – Private Peninsula!

73± Acres | Aransas County | Property ID: 1081575 Rockport, Texas – End-of-the-road privacy. Features two 4-bedroom, 4-bath homes, lodge with commercial kitchen, pool, lighted 540-foot pier, sportsman’s paradise! Call Jeff Soele at (210) 705-4013

“Live Water” Boerne!!

215± Acres | Kendall County Wow! Both Sides of Three creeks, seven miles to Boerne, paved access, Great usable land with nice fields, Hill tops, great trees and views of the Texas Hill country! Nice ranch home, guest house, entertaining patio with outdoor cook area, hay barn, equipment barn, wildlife galore. Rare find!! Call Jeff Soele, (210) 705-4013

Texas Best Ranches,

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www.TexasBestRanches.com | jeff@texasbestranches.com | (210) 705-4013 Jeff Soele/Broker | #15 Champions Run | San Antonio, TX 78258

Live Water – San Antonio, 30 Minutes!

110± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 843816 Both sides of a crystal clear, rock bottom creek with deep holes, rapids, two dams and gorgeous limestone bluffs! Paved access, a two-bedroom, one-bath cabin, well and electricity. A rare find, in a rare location! Price: $1,995,000. Call Jeff Soele, (210) 705-4013

Water, Water, Water – Giant Cypress

178± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 875388 Crystal clear, “Medina River” giant cypress trees, rock ledges, deep holes, and fabulous rapids! Both sides of your own crystal clear, cypress-lined running creek. Rock ranch home with three bedrooms, three baths, a granite kitchen, landscaping, outdoor kitchen, a two-bedroom, two-bath guest house, an equipment barn, a six-stall horse barn with a 36’ x 54’ attached corral. RV hookups, hard surface roads. Cody Soele at (210) 705-3107.

Frio County’s Best – Game Fenced

1,488± Acres | Frio County | Property ID: 920799 A 1,488±-acre game fenced! Minutes to Pearsall, and only 70 miles to the San Antonio airport! Majestic seven-bedroom, seven-bath lodge set high on a hill! This lodge is incredible and unique with a giant rock mountain in the center of the main room that features a large fireplace, walk-in gun safe, gourmet kitchen, bar area, entertaining area! Best lodge we have ever seen! Wow! Outside the lodge is a pool with a waterfall, hot tub, awesome lighting, professional landscaping, scientific breeder pens and a superior whitetail herd. Then add axis deer, aoudad, blackbuck, barasingha deer, elk, eids deer, fallow deer, eland, hog deer, kudu, muntjac, nilgai, perre david deer, red lechwe, sika deer, oryx, sambar, wildebeast, waterbuck, water buffalo, zebra, and more! Year-round hunting, a lighted trap and skeet range, 11 deer blind/feeder/hunting stations. A 100’ x 50’ equipment barn with six full RV hookups. A bunkhouse that sleeps 10. A nice three-bedroom, two-bath doublewide, a 25’ x 25’ game cleaning area, 18’ tall walk-in cooler, two 40’ x 30’ barns. Call Jeff Soele, (210) 705-4013

“Best Live Water” Game Fenced Deal!

871± Acres | Uvalde/Bandera Counties | Property ID: 843820 871± acres near historic Utopia, Texas. Minutes to Bandera, and one hour to San Antonio! Includes both sides of a crystal clear, rock-bottom creek, two new dams, five stock ponds, cleared cedar, big mountain tops, giant valleys, views forever, a road system, game fencing, two great water wells, electricity, blinds and feeders, a year-round feeding program, approximately 100+ trap and transfer bred does and scientific breeder whitetail from the best!!! Axis deer, fallow deer, blackbuck antelope, auodad, nilgi, and gemsbok!!! Price: $3,795,000. Call Jeff Soele, (210) 705-4013.

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J i m B e r r y H i l l C o u n t r y R a n ch S a l e s www.JimBerryRanchSales.com | ranches@jimberryranchsales.com | (512) 756-9230 503 South Water | Burnet, Texas 78611

The Brumley Ranch

857± Acres | Blanco & Burnet Counties | Property ID: 1005924 This turn-key ranch offers the best in Hill Country living and recreation. There is over 300 feet of elevation change from one end of the ranch to the other. Hilltops afford 40 mile views in all directions. Lush valleys provide ample grazing and cover for the game. A rock bottom creek bisects the ranch, carving the landscape with waterfalls, grottos and crystal clear swimming holes. The creek has a strong spring that has continued flowing right on through last year’s exceptional drought. A fishing dock, rope swing and suspension bridge over the creek canyon add to the fun. Price: $7,900,000

CK Ranch

San Gabriel River Ranch

Located on FM 2147, just west of Marble Falls and adjacent to Horseshoe Bay, this beautiful ranch is in one of the most desirable areas in all of the Hill Country.

Being entirely high-fenced makes this a premier recreational property that has great development potential. A Fredericksburg style rock home, built in the 1800s, fantastic Lake LBJ views, year-round springs and a variety of mature trees add to the beauty and charm of the ranch. Will divide into 240 or 174 acres. Price: $5,175,000

Nicely improved property with frontage on the North Fork of the San Gabriel River.

Large oaks and native pecan trees line the river bank. There is a 1,456-squarefoot, four-bedroom, two-bath home where you can sit on the front porch and enjoy the view of the spring-fed tank that has never gone dry. Two nice sized barns, one of which has a historic hand-hewn log structure preserved inside it, and three coastal fields round out this ranch. Price: $1,540,500

414± Acres | Burnet County | Property ID: 1016766

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237± Acres | Burnet County | Property ID: 1074635

J i m B e r r y H i l l C o u n t r y R a n ch S a l e s

www.JimBerryRanchSales.com | ranches@jimberryranchsales.com | (512) 756-9230 503 South Water | Burnet, Texas 78611

Briggs Ranch

Frazier Ranch

Backbone Creek Ranch

Acreage with frontage on Hwy 183. Investment potential. 20-30 GPM water well. $1,264,000

North of Lampasas, highway frontage, stocked tanks, creeks and views. Home & barn. $1,290,000

Creek with numerous tributaries. Hills, views, dramatic rock bluffs and waterfalls. $2,200,000

Sycamore Falls Ranch

Commercial Industrial City of Burnet Hickey Branch Ranch 184± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 956268

168± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 995810

Hilltop home overlooking pool affords dramatic Hill Country views. Minutes from Marble Falls. $1,150,000

In the city limits of Burnet. Lots of road frontage on Hwy. 29 and County Road 330. Utilities.

Natural Hill Country beauty. Convenient location.

Creek, granite outcroppings. $1,092,000

Morning Star Ranch

Gabriel’s Ranch

Windy Ridge Ranch

Ten minutes from Burnet with a house and barn for under a million dollars! $985,000

Fixer upper! Great potential to improve river area and clear cedar. Large live oaks. $499,500

Great cattle ranch with custom home. Mature trees around home, in-ground pool. $995,000

Crown Creek Ranch

Flat Rock Ranch

Canyonlands Ranch

Dramatic scenery, spring-fed creek with waterfalls, paved road frontage., and desirable location. $2,588,250

Beautiful granite outcroppings, mature oaks, four ponds and two seasonal creeks. $1,336,500

Adjoins U.S. wildlife refuge on three sides. Hill Country views and spring-fed seasonal stream. $385,000

316± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 908041

103± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 1054922

244± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 954595

203± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 1069505

300± Acres | Lampasas Co. | Prop. ID: 868759

128 Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 863814

297± Acres | Llano Co. | Prop. ID: 969269

220± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 68448

278± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 970726

60± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 1031669

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Republic Ranches

www.RepublicRanches.com | info@republicranches.com | (888) 726-2481 Jeff Boswell | Charles Davidson | Mark Matthews | Bryan Pickens | Dallas, Hondo, Houston, San Antonio

HG Ranch

1,050± Acres | Henderson County | Property ID: 1075576 300± acre private trophy bass lake. This is simply a rare opportunity to own one of the largest permitted private lakes in Texas. It is the chance of a lifetime for a select few to acquire a trophy bass fishery, that is arguably one of the finest. At 300± acres, this size of lake, with water depths of around 35 feet, is unmatched: it is extremely difficult to receive a permit to build one like it, very expensive to construct it, and highly challenging to find something similar on the market. At eight years old, the lake is also at a prime stage in the ideal life cycle of bass lakes.

It offers significant flooded timber areas, and has a substantial drain valve system in place to manage water levels. One large brood pond is at an elevation above the lake, and allows for easy stocking into the main lake. This premium ranch, in the Athens area, is high-fenced, with a 25± acre duck marsh, four homes and a fourstall boathouse. Price: $11,000,000

Hoyt River Ranch

4,223± Acres | Uvalde County | Property ID:1055622 Exceptional high-fenced recreational and agricultural ranch with over two miles of the Leona River, located ten miles south of Uvalde. Along with rolling hills covered in excellent south Texas brush and rich river bottom soils, the ranch includes excellent groundwater resources and a unique historic home built on the banks of the river. This ranch appears to be OUT of the Eagle Ford play and is not burdened by traffic, and continues to be a peaceful and secluded property.

Price: $12,500,000

Hickory Creek Ranch

1,583± Acres | Lee County | Property ID: 1058950 Beautiful ranch located in the rolling hills north of Giddings. This ranch is predominantly oak and cedar covered hills with several creek drainages and open areas with spectacular views from several hilltops. There are several nice houses on the property and plenty of water with multiple ponds and lakes, as well as many water wells. Exceptionally large tract of land centrally located between Austin, San Antonio and Houston. Price: $6,965,200.00

Split Oak Club

154± Acres | Brazoria County Property ID: 1085315

Tres Arroyos Ranch

2,308± Acres | Duval County | Property ID: 1095099 Tres Arroyos Ranch is an exceptional high fenced recreational and agricultural ranch appropriately named for the three predominant drainages that are on the ranch. Along with rolling hills covered in excellent south Texas brush, the ranch includes an extensive water distribution system benefitting both wildlife and livestock.

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Split Oak Hunting & Fishing Club is located less than an hour from downtown Houston and includes a fully furnished large lodge built in 2009 with three separate cabins, a 30± acre bass lake, and three 12± acre wetland ponds for duck hunting. The place is set up to entertain large numbers of guests for weekend getaways or multiple family place. Includes about 30 acres of virgin oak forests along Austin Bayou. Price: $1,750,000

Republic Ranches

www.RepublicRanches.com | info@republicranches.com | (888) 726-2481 Jeff Boswell | Charles Davidson | Mark Matthews | Bryan Pickens | Dallas, Hondo, Houston, San Antonio

Double D Ranch

8,727± Acres | Jefferson & Stephens Counties Property ID: 1076012 The Double D is a premier cattle and quail hunting ranch in the rolling hills of south central Oklahoma. It boasts two creek systems that intersect on the property, with good, productive bottom land, and over 65 ponds that provide plenty of water. 20 cross-fenced pastures are covered mostly with native grasses, and the roads are in good condition to navigate the ranch. The Double D, near Waurika, is about 130 miles from either Oklahoma City or Fort Worth, and has three homes on the property. Great ranches of this size do not often trade in this desirable area, just a few miles north of the Red River. Price: $12,250,000

Camp Hamman Ranch

732± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 1000520 Camp Hamman Ranch in central Bandera County is a YMCA camp in the beautiful Texas Hill Country near Bandera. Would make a perfect fit for a new owner to establish a religious retreat, corporate retreat, summer camp, educational camp or private getaway for the extended family. Stunning vistas allow you to see for miles in every direction and the land is covered with large live oaks, red oaks, Spanish oaks, mesquites and madrones with infrastructure for large groups already in place. Price: $3,911,500

Skipper Ranch

812± Acres | Brooks County | Property ID: 1102210 Exceptional high fenced recreational and agricultural ranch maintaining its historic name since the early part of the 20th century. This ranch boasts one of the finest headquarters compounds in all of South Texas, coupling an historic remodeled main house, a modern residence, nice bunkhouse, extraordinary grounds and top-notch ranch operations infrastructure. The range is well managed and well watered by approximately 3 miles of water distribution to 8 ponds/lakes and several food plots. Price: $3,650,000

Italy Ranch

350± Acres | Ellis County | Property ID: 1077547

This outstanding ranch is 47 miles from Dallas. It boasts a 5,000 sf luxury home, high-end working pens and improved pastures, and a serene 7 acre bass lake. It has a few ponds, a creek, rolling meadows, mature pecan trees, and majestic oaks. Price: $3,375,000

Clayton Mountain Ranch

578± Acres | Palo Pinto County | Property ID: 1081723 The Clayton Mountain Ranch is an incredible opportunity for a sportsman to own a fantastic mountainous hunting ranch at such a short drive from DFW. It is in a good hunting area, is easy to get to, and has such dynamic terrain and diversity that the experience is always appealing. It offers great all-wooded topography with some of the highest views, diverse brush and vegetation, and plenty of water sources for the wildlife. Price: $1,995,000

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www.TexasRanchLandForSale.com | doug@texasranchlandforsale.com | (830) 895-0777 Doug Evans | 1209 Junction Hwy | Kerrville, Texas 78028

Flying J Ranch

Enchanted Rock

Great Potential! 50± acres with two houses. The ranch features both sides of Cibolo Creek. There are lots of oaks and other native trees. The ranch features highway frontage, barns, pens, hanger/barn and two water wells. Price: $1,095,000

First time on the market, this ranch overlooks the famous Enchanted Rock, with beautiful hilltop building sites. Property has highway frontage and hunting for whitetail deer, turkey and birds. Price: $1,125,000

Chocolate Bayou

Painted Horse Ranch

Located on historic Chocolate Bayou, Peterson Landing has been used as a weekend retreat and fishing camp. The property has approximately 3/4 mile of waterfront on Chocolate Bayou. There is plenty of bay and Gulf fishing. Price: $750,000

Great location just five miles from Kerrville with ranch style home, guest house, horse barn and Bear Creek. Beautiful veiws, hunting and more. Price: $1,150,000

50.44± Acres | Comal County | Property ID: 1056162

104± Acres | Brazoria County Property ID: 1061111

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150± Acres | Llano County | Property ID: 1077358

54± Acres | Kerr County Property ID: 1107710

E va n s & A s s o c i a t e s R e a l E s t a t e

www.TexasRanchLandForSale.com | doug@texasranchlandforsale.com | (830) 895-0777 Doug Evans | 1209 Junction Hwy | Kerrville, Texas 78028

Willow City

100± Acres | Gillespie County Property ID: 1077366 This ranch is located on beautiful Willow City Loop with wild flowers, hilltop building sites, valleys and excellent hunting.

Turn this raw ranch into your dream place! Price: $600,000

Highway 479

17± Acres | Gillespie County | Property ID: 1077318 This is a beautiful small ranch with a century year old home. Included are barns, a pen, trees and several outbuildings. Game with whitetail deer, dove and some turkey. Strong water well. Price: $279,500

Silver Spur Dude Ranch

Alamo Springs Live Water

Located 10 miles south of Bandera, Texas on FM 1077, this amazing ranch has everything you dream of in a Hill Country home, corporate retreat or to operate as a dude ranch. Included are a lodge, houses, cabins, and horse facilities. There are many trails and is located next to a 5,500 acre state park. Price: $2,995,500

Beautiful 68± acres with big hills and lush valleys and fields on both sides of Rafter Hollow Creek. 1920s four-bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom house with late 1800s house, barns and two water wells. This place has it all! Beautiful waterfall and swimming hole. Price: $1,375,000

275± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 1025489

68± Acres | Kendall County | Property ID: 1056153

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www.JimmyReno.com | jimmy@jimmyreno.com | (830) 329-1930 Jimmy Reno/Broker | 1614 Sidney Baker, Suite 200 | Kerrville, Texas 78028

Oasis Creek Ranch

108± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 989161 An absolutely gorgeous estate outside of Hunt, Texas! The six-bedroom, six-bath, three-half-bath house offers granite counter tops, high ceilings, three living areas, formal dining and a gourmet kitchen. The porch runs all along the back of the house, providing tremendous views of the creek. There is an outdoor living area, an observation deck and a pool. The grounds around the house have been beautifully landscaped. The property itself boasts of a beautiful creek, large trees and hilltop views.

There is a private river park on the Guadalupe River for Comanche Caves landowners. There are too many nice things about this property to list. Price: $3,950,000

Thistlewood Ranch

236± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 0 Thistlewood Ranch is located only five minutes from Kerrville. There is a large beautiful tree-lined lake, tremendous views from the multiple hilltops, beautiful valleys, lots of wildlife, and huge trees. The multiple improvements include two houses (one overlooking the lake, and one overlooking the horses), a cabin, multiple pipe pens, stud barn, hay barn, extensive fencing, indoor arena, and multiple wells. The 32-stall horse barn looks like a barn right out of Kentucky. It has large tack and feed rooms, offices, huge ball room, guest rooms, a three-bedroom apartment, and full bar.

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www.JimmyReno.com | jimmy@jimmyreno.com | (830) 329-1930 Jimmy Reno/Broker | 1614 Sidney Baker, Suite 200 | Kerrville, Texas 78028

Hidden Hills Ranch

73± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 1057437

A true show place, located in gated Hidden Hills Ranch in the highly desirable Camp Verde area.

This property offers a four-bedroom, four-and-a-half bath hilltop house offering 360 degree views, with tremendous views from every room. The house brags of chiseled edge travertine tile and hickory wood floors. 14-foot ceilings, with 19-foot ceilings in the master bath. It has huge closets, a butler’s pantry, two laundry rooms and surround sound inside and out. The kitchen has knotty alder cabinets, granite counter tops, a huge island and an eight burner stove. The large covered back porch offers an amazing southeast view of the valley below. The two living areas, large porch and full bar make it a great place to entertain. The house has a large three-car garage, tankless water heater and four-zone heating and a/c. The land is covered in nice hardwoods and beautiful wildlife. Less than 15 minutes from Kerrville and 45 minutes to San Antonio. Up to 221 additional acres are available. Price: $2,500,000.

Storm Ranch

Triple H Ranch

Located one mile west of Center Point, this ranch has everything you’d want.

There is over 1,900 feet of Guadalupe River frontage and a beautiful one acre lake. 35 acres are in improved pastures, with the remainder in hardwoods, ideal for wildlife. There is a four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath, 4,200±-squarefoot main house with a swimming pool, making it great for family, and a 1,261±-square-foot guest house. Great views and less than a hour from San Antonio. Price: $1,495,000

A wonderful Hill Country ranch! The four-bedroom, three-and-a-half bath lodge offers granite countertops, harwood floors, high ceilings, large rooms, and modern kitchen. Other improvements include a six-stall barn, workshop, foreman's house, shed,and three wells. The rolling land offers native grasses and is covered in large oaks. The shin oak spread throughout the place offer great habitat for the wildlife, which include axis, whitetail, blackbuck, fallow, hogs, and elk. Everything you might want in a Texas Hill Country ranch. Price: $3,495,000

131± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 131896

882± Acres | Kerr County | Property ID: 1095228

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www.TXLand.com | info@txland.com | (936) 597-3301 Larry Jacobs/Broker | 14372 Liberty | Montgomery, Texas 77356

Alamosta Ranch

31± Acres | Montgomery County | Property ID: 1027152 Unique southwestern style home with high ceilings, stone fireplace, walls of windows, patios on two sides and pleasant views across the rolling countryside. Full-featured kitchen open to dining and living rooms for gracious entertaining. Open face rock barn with equipment lean to on one side.

Shop/storage building, 175 foot round pen, pond, fenced and cross-fenced. Just outside of Montgomery, convenient to The Woodlands, Bryan/College Station, and Bush Intercontinental. Price reduced: $995,000

Bishop Road Ranch

100± Acres | Walker County | Property ID: 1081019 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 offer 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. Great location north of Huntsville with easy access to I-45. This is high quality land with the perfect amount of improvements. Price: $695,00

Hallmark Ridge

738± Acres | Kimble County | Property ID: 1064890 This high-fenced game ranch offers habitat diversity, production, value and beauty. The 738± acres are ready for you to manage and hunt. The whitetail genetics are well on their way to producing numerous trophies every year.

Outside the ten acres of breeder’s pens, the ranch has been managed by Bob Zaiglin, CWB, since 2005. Currently hunted under a Level III LAMPS permit, the harvest window is quite large. Amenities include three cabins and a 6,000 square foot headquarters building with a processing area and a large, stainless, walk-in cooler/freezer. Located on Highway 377 near Yates Crossing. A 300 foot high ridge runs through the heart of the ranch, overlooking the beautiful Llano River valley. Price: $2,177,100 114

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Mudde Creek Farms

96± Acres | Montgomery County | Property ID: 1069686 96± rolling acres. Improved pasture with scattered hardwoods, 28 acre hayfield and 38 acre heavily wooded. Three-bedroom, two-bath home re-modeled in 2008. One story, split plan, wood burning fireplace, living/dining combo, vaulted ceiling. Barnmaster barn with three stalls, room for more. Sandy soil. Equipment shed, three-bay tractor barn, workshop. Circular drive, auto gate at road, easy access to I-45. Great vistas across Caney Creek Bottom. Variety, views and value ready for your family and your horses. Price: $997,500

J a c o b s P r o p e rt i e s

www.TXLand.com | info@txland.com | (936) 597-3301 Larry Jacobs/Broker | 14372 Liberty | Montgomery, Texas 77356

Stevens Hideout Ranch

Glenmont Country Estate

This exceptional 329-acre ranch offers many opportunities as a game ranch, cattle ranch, or horse property. The property is entirely high fenced 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 wildlife that abound on the property. As you enter the ranch the three-acre compound that houses the barndominium has all you want in a living quarters. Come enjoy the tranquility. Price: $1,498,000

Come through the grand entrance into this elegant country estate with its elaborate grounds that include 54.66 acres with a 3,557-square-foot home, a fabulous outdoor pavilion, pool and ponds all within the manicured and landscaped lawn. As you leave the lawn and step back on the acreage property, you’ll find highly improved pastures and a timber area that provides a sanctuary for wildlife. The property boasts a vineyard, horse stable, workshop, second barn and two ponds. Within easy driving distance of Houston. Price: $1,750,000

Allen Ranch

Farris Farm

Beautiful 123± acre ranch with 2,662-square-foot home and 1,553-squarefoot guest house/foreman’s quarters. Home features covered and screened swimming pool, granite countertops, décor lighting, terrazzo/carpet flooring, crown molding, fireplace, walk-in pantry, custom cabinets. Property offers improved rolling pastures, large lake and seven ponds, barn with corrals/chutes, 4,000-square-foot equipment building on a slab. Fenced and cross-fenced, ready for your own cattle operation. Price: $1,295,000

Approximately 147.3± acres north of Huntsville. 2,192-square-foot home enclosed in a 50x100 metal building. Built in 2009, this home offers three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths; living room with stone wood-burning fireplace; island kitchen with breakfast bar granite countertops, and a Thermador gas range; energy efficient construction, Energy Star appliances. Adjoining garage/ shop has three roll-up doors, lots of space for equipment. Land is half pasture, half woods with a 20-acre hay meadow. Seller will divide. Reduced to $775,000

329± Acres | Grimes County | Property ID: 1064888

123± Acres | Montgomery County | Property ID: 1074554

54± Acres | Montgomery County | Property ID: 1070820

147.3± Acres | Walker County | Property ID: 892011

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www.KingLandWater.com | james@kinglandwater.com | tammy@kinglandwater.com | (432) 426-2024 Tammy & James King | PO Box 109, 600 State Street | Fort Davis, Texas 79734

Gallagher Headquarters Ranch

1,509± Acres | Bexar & Medina Counties Property ID: 1076274 Located 20 minutes from San Antonio, Gallagher Headquarters Ranch is a world all unto itself. An incredibly peaceful and protected setting so close to a metropolitan area. It’s like going back in time both in the natural world as well as the historical buildings, as if time stopped in the mid 1800s, when the ranch was founded by Peter Gallagher, an Irish immigrant, brought to San Antonio as a young engineer-master stone mason by Santa Anna.

Today, with all the modern amenities of a new home, this hand cut stone 19-bedroom, 17-and-one-half bath historic compound with 22 original fireplaces, sprawling porches, huge manicured lawns and beautiful gardens, makes it seem that you are on a working historic Spanish hacienda. Price: $21,000,000

Mirador Ranch

304± Acres | Kerr County Property ID: 1083111 Mirador Ranch is located equidistant between Comfort, Kerrville, and Bandera, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country - one hour from San Antonio and just under two hours from Austin. Mirador Ranch can best be described as a jewel nestled in a pristine, unspoiled, natural environment inclusive of a "camphouse compound", celebrating its outdoor feel via its Lake Flato design, simple construction techniques and regional materials.

Price: $2,900,000

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www.KingLandWater.com | james@kinglandwater.com | tammy@kinglandwater.com | (432) 426-2024 Tammy & James King | PO Box 109, 600 State Street | Fort Davis, Texas 79734

The Rockpile Ranch

55,704± Acres | Jeff Davis County | Property ID: 937965 Rockpile Ranch is named for the massive geologic formations located at the entrance to the Ranch. This ranch was once a major portion of the historic 380,000-acre X Ranch in Jeff Davis County. 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. There is a specific website set up for The Rockpile Ranch for additional information and pictures at www.

TheRockPileRanch.com. Price: $985 per acre for a total price of $54,868,922

Turkey Bluff Ranch

4,339± Acres | Val Verde County Property ID: 1001509 The Turkey Bluff Ranch is situated at the convergence of three biologically distinct eco-regions in Texas: the Texas Hill Country to the east, the Chihuahuan Desert to the west and the subtropical Tamaulipan Brushland to the south, creating one of the most unique wildlife habitats in the state. This ranch enjoys over 2.3 miles of crystal clear spring-fed Devil’s River frontage, which provides some of the best recreation water and small mouth bass fly fishing in the country. Elevation is between 1,200 and 1,700 feet with numerous steep carved wooded limestone canyons as well as gentle mesa tops. Great roads, excellent water distribution system and nice hunting camp. Price: $850/acre at $3,688,150

High Canyon Ranch

8,163± Acres | Jeff Davis County Property ID: 1014064 High Canyon Ranch is located in the heart of the Davis Mountains, a Sky Island of the Chihuahuan Desert with elevations ranging from 5,200 feet to 6,280 feet. Five major canyons bisect this 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, Hells Canyon, Short Canyon, Horse Spring Canyon and Frazier Canyon, creating magnificent vistas rivaling any national park in the country. Price: $1,578 per acre or $12,881,214

Marfa Ranch Ltd Tract 15

693± Acres | Presidio County | Property ID: 1012053

This 693.20±-acre property is subject to a conservation easement that allows the building of a headquarters complex, recreation, hunting and planned grazing, but does not allow further subdivision. This property is part of the Marfa Grassland Conservation Initiative, and is located between 4,850 and 4,930 feet in elevation. The climate and soils support a climax vegetation of short and mid-grasses such as blue grama, buffalo grass, side-oats grama, cane bluestem, to name a few. Brush species of mesquite, all-thorn, cholla and Mormon tea provide habitat for quail, mule deer and other wildlife. Price: $1,250 per acre or $866,500

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www.ChasSMiddleton.com | sam@csmandson.com & charlie@csmandson.com | (806) 763-5331 Sam Middleton & Charlie Middleton | 1507 13th Street | Lubbock, Texas 79401

Covered S Ranch

23,013± Acres | Scurry County Property ID: 1100092 These 23,013± acres located northwest of Snyder, Texas, offer miles of highway frontage and gently rolling to broken terrain. The ranch is highly improved with paved private roads, beautiful owner’s home, covered cutting arena, pipe shipping pens, roping arena, horse barn, employee homes, and many additional improvements Outstanding hunting and productive cattle country. Offered at $20,000,000 or approximately $869 per acre.

Texas Panhandle Ranch

36,208± Acres | Donley County Property ID: 1105147

These 36,208± acres are located southeast of Amarillo. This is one of the best known, most scenic ranches in the Panhandle. It has pavement frontage on two sides and paved private roads to all headquarter improvements. No public access through the property. The terrain varies from nearly level to broken and rolling. Excellent water features with a beautiful spring-fed fishing pond. The headquarters are some of the best to be found anywhere, and they are situated in a scenic, manicured park-like setting surrounded by huge trees. One-half minerals included. Price: $950 per acre

Southern Colorado Ranch

10,719± Acres | Las Animas County These 10,719± acres are located in the heart of the Sangre de Christo Mountain Range.

Elevations run from 8,500 feet to 13,700 feet, and the ranch has a rugged mountainous terrain with excellent live water features. The ranch is improved with a lodge, two guest houses, manager’s house, and other outbuildings.

Anyone would be proud to own and enjoy this trophy hunting mountain ranch. Game includes elk, deer, bear, Rocky Mountain sheep, turkey, grouse, and lion. Trout fishing in the creeks. This big timber ranch is offered at $29,960,000, or $2,795 per acre, and 100 percent of the mineral rights are included.

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www.ChasSMiddleton.com | sam@csmandson.com & charlie@csmandson.com | (806) 763-5331 Sam Middleton & Charlie Middleton | 1507 13th Street | Lubbock, Texas 79401

Texas Panhandle Ranch

18,964± Acres | Moore County Property ID: 1070690

These 18,964± acres are located approximately 40 miles north of Amarillo. The terrain ranges from elevated uplands to low lying creek bottoms. Two live creek areas run through portions of the property. Mature cottonwoods and willows are common throughout the live water areas. Soils are a desirable blend of sandy loam with caliche outcrops on steeper slopes, transitioning to sand hills country. The ranch has excellent water features and based on recent water studies, portions of the ranch have irrigation quality water. This productive working cattle ranch is realistically priced at $650 per acre. No minerals are available and scattered gas wells are found on the ranch.

Southeast Colorado Ranch

20,790± Acres | Baca County, CO Property ID: 1054965 20,790± deeded acres, plus 962 acres of state lease.

Approximately one-third of the ranch is gently rolling to hilly open prairie land. The remainder of the property has a more broken canyon-like terrain. Juniper and piñion are found in the rougher portions of the ranch, principally along ridge lines and steep mesa side slopes. Mature cottonwood trees are common in the major canyon creek bottom drainages.

Colorful sandstone rock outcrops add to the beauty of the rugged canyon country. Headquarter improvements include a two-story ranch home, outbuildings, and shipping pens. The sportsman will appreciate the quality of the mule deer, and elk are also becoming fairly common. Other game includes big horn mountain sheep, turkey and an occasional lion or bear.

This ranch is reasonably offered at $475 per deeded acre.

Northeastern New Mexico Ranch 30,010± Acres | Colfax County, NM Property ID: 1044562

These 30,010± total acres are comprised of 18,000± deeded acres and 12,010± acres of New Mexico State Lease. The terrain on 75 to 80 percent of the ranch is typical Northeast New Mexico rolling grama grass prairies, with the remainder of the ranch being rugged canyon ridges/rim rocks descending to deep canyon bottoms. Property is watered by live springs and creeks, earthen tanks, seasonal natural lakes, water wells, and buried waterlines with drinking troughs. Improvements include a modest home, very elaborate shipping pens equipped with scales and hydraulic chute, metal barn, and hay shed. This long term operating ranch is offered at $450 per deeded acre, and the substantial New Mexico Lease will transfer to the purchaser.

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www.FrostyMiller.com | frosty@tstar.net | (325) 247-3997 | (325) 247-3657 1200 Ford Street | Llano, Texas 78643

Packsaddle Ranch

1,447Âą Acres | Llano County Property ID: 1071540

This one-of-a-kind ranch is located near Horseshoe Bay Lake community on Highway 71. Shopping, restaurants and hospitals can be found within 20 minutes from the ranch in Llano or Marble Falls.

Fredericksburg and Austin are within an hour of the ranch. This majestic ranch has 900 acres under high fence. There is a rock home that sits on a bluff overlooking Honey Creek and a small mountain cabin. This ranch is blessed with over 4,000 feet both sides of live water Honey Creek featuring a deep swimming hole and waterfall rapids. The highlight of this ranch is the truly outstanding part of Packsaddle Mountains.

There are whitetail deer, hogs, and trophy size aoudads found on the ranch. It will be hard to find another ranch that has such a superb location, live water, and miles of views from the historical Packsaddle Mountains. Price: $12,950,650

C-5 Ranch

355Âą Acres | Mason County | Property ID: 1089362 Located west of Mason with Highway 29 frontage and RR 1222 frontage. This ranch features a new game fence with two entrances. Water quality and quantity is exceptional in this area. The land is timbered in live oaks and post oaks with very little cedar and brush providing excellent habitat for the whitetail deer, black buck antelope, oryx and axis. The ranch is under a wildlife exemption. There is a large metal barn with an awesome mancave featuring a large Hill Country shower, open living area with kitchen, and separate bedroom. A large deer freezer, Kabota, blinds and feeders convey with the sale of the ranch. This ranch has some of the prettiest uninterrupted views of any ranch in Mason County. Price: $1,952,500 120

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www.FrostyMiller.com | frosty@tstar.net | (325) 247-3997 | (325) 247-3657 1200 Ford Street | Llano, Texas 78643

TK14 Ranch

2,200± Acres | McCulloch County Property ID: 766954 Located north of Mason, just west of Highway 87.

This ranch is entirely game fenced, has two rock houses in fair condition, a new lodge that can house several hunters and provide storage for barn materials and vehicles. A set of scientific breeder pens are new and in excellent condition. The ranch is not only blessed with a reputation of having some of the very best deer in central Texas but also has 5642.29 feet of San Saba River frontage. There is a concrete dam that forms a large lake which backs up water for more than a quarter mile. There is also a creek that runs through the center of the ranch. This is a beautiful area that is spring fed and provides water for wildlife and livestock. The whitetail deer have been managed on this ranch for at least 30 years. In addition to the high scoring bucks, there is elk, blackbuck, addax, oryx and zebra. This is one of the top hunting and fishing ranches anywhere. Price: $8,250,000

Joseph Ranch

768.83± Acres | Llano County | Property ID: 1102866 This is a good working and recreational ranch featuring a four-bedroom, two-bath cabin and another cabin used as a cooking area for hunters. Comanche Creek traverses through the ranch along the cabin area and is lined with beautiful oak trees. This is a hunter’s paradise with deer, hogs, and wild turkey. The two large lakes and running creek provide a great water source for the wildlife as well as excellent areas for fishing and recreation. Price: $3,075,320

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Foster Farm & Ranch

www.FosterFarmAndRanch.com | chadfosterjr@gmail.com | (830) 776-3605 Chad Foster, Jr./Broker | 400 E. Nopal Street | Uvalde, Texas 78801

San Pedro Ranch

Billups Farm

This 1067-acre ranch is ideally located north of Del Rio and minutes east of Lake Amistad off Highway 277. It is the perfect hunting and recreational retreat. Good management practices over the years have produced an excellent native deer population. There are three water troughs serviced by one water well on the ranch in addition to a 1,000-gallon concrete water storage vessel. The manufactured home makes an ideal bunk house for this South Texas recreational ranch. Price: $1,040,325.

These 1,100 acres of farmland offer great development potential. Over twoand-a-half miles of frontage on FM 493, plus both sides of Nittler Road for 0.6 mile. A six-inch water line fronts the property, making this an excellent development opportunity. Currently the entire farm is enrolled in the Delta Lake Irrigation District, and 219 acres are irrigated. There are also two new earthen irrigation tanks on the property. Price: $10,000,000.

1,067.37± Acres | Val Verde County | Property ID: 1015580

LBDT Ranch

93± Acres | McLennan County Property ID: 944952 These 93± acres are located on the outskirts of Crawford, Texas. This ranch has the end-of-the-road privacy most buyers are looking for, within minutes of town. Multiple creeks traverse the rolling terrain.

The property is lightly wooded and dotted with large oak trees. Two stock tanks are on the property as well as all species of native game, making this the perfect year-round retreat. One small cabin is located on the ranch. Price: $555,000.

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1,100± Acres | Hidalgo County | Property ID: 943569

1984 FM 1052

20± Acres | Uvalde County Property ID: 988016 This three-bedroom, 2,200-square-foot home on 20 acres sits just one mile outside Uvalde. The kitchen and living area are the heart of the home with plenty of windows offering front and back yard views. The spacious kitchen features generous cabinets and countertop space. There are also two hangers, three pilot apartments, a workshop, and two water wells located on the property. The 3,300 foot long runway is in very good condition. Great opportunity to own this unique property! Price: $599,000.

El Indio Ranch

800± Acres | Maverick County Property ID: 1008825 This 800 acre ranch South of El Indio offers abundant native wildlife plus a 700-acre high-fenced pasture with many exotic species including elk, blackbuck, and axis, affording a perfect retreat for hunters. The ranch has excellent water potential with a series of 10-inch underground water lines that run throughout the property to pivot points. The irrigation equipment is no longer in place, but the infrastructure is intact and is multi-purpose. There is a 30-acre lake that has never gone dry and several smaller tanks. Price: $1,144,800.

Foster Farm & Ranch

www.FosterFarmAndRanch.com | chadfosterjr@gmail.com | (830) 776-3605 Chad Foster, Jr./Broker | 400 E. Nopal Street | Uvalde, Texas 78801

Hill Country Dream Place

33.33± Acres | Real County | Property ID: 1016148

Old Mines Road Ranch

2,515± Acres | Maverick County | Property ID: 944764 This 2,515-acre ranch in southern Maverick County offers a five-acre highfenced compound with a large lodge featuring a generous sized commercial eatin kitchen. Across the flagstone patio from the lodge sits the “motel” with seven bedrooms and seven baths. Canal laterals keep two large tanks full and there are several smaller tanks as well as a 30-acre lake. There is over a mile of Rio Grande River frontage and a 700-acre high-fenced pasture with five species of exotics.

This incredible hunting property has it all! Will divide. Price: $3,598,965.

Dimmit County Ranch with Minerals

268± Acres | Dimmit County Property ID: 938688 These 268 acres are located just northwest of Carrizo Springs. With production in place, this property makes money. Good brush, one small tank, and lots of open quail country. This is both a great hunting ranch and an excellent investment opportunity. New Eagle Ford wells are being drilled in the immediate area. Seller will convey 10 percent of the minerals. Price: $656,600.

This 33± acre property with a beautiful four-bedroom, four-bath lodge-style home is located in southeastern Real County in a gated, restricted subdivision minutes from Garner State Park. Fabulous home offers luxurious downstairs master suite, chef’s kitchen, and cathedral ceiling in living room. The property features a five-stall metal horse barn and a roping arena. Both sides of spring-fed Deer Creek are located on the property and flood gates are installed at the low water crossing. Abundant native and exotic wildlife including whitetail, axis, wild hogs, javelina, and turkey can be found. The property is fenced, and hunting is allowed. Price: $790,000.

La Pryor Farm

123± Acres | Zavala County Property ID: 1015540 This is a 123± acre non-irrigated farm currently in production west of La Pryor off Ranch Road 1986. Fertile soils have recently produced cotton.

A 2,000-square-foot home and 3,500-square-foot barn on the property offer a great opportunity for quiet country living. One old Carrizo irrigation well, currently not in use, and one domestic well. 25 percent of the minerals available. Price: $1,925 per acre or $236,775.

116 Acres Near Carrizo Springs 116± Acres | Dimmit County Property ID: 1022918

Offering 116 acres south of Carrizo Springs off FM 186 located down one locked easement road.

All native species can be found on the ranch. The ranch also offers one water well and electricity on site. There is a covered barn and a nice camp house ready for guests. Great property priced at $3,000 per acre or $348,000.

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www.WesternHillCountryRealty.com | info@westernhillcountryrealty.com | (830) 683-4435 Glynn Hendley/Broker | 106 E. Main Street | Rocksprings, Texas 78880

Historic Ranch

2,940± Acres | Edwards County | Property ID: 938019 Huge Price Reduction! Family owned and operated for over 105 years. Western edge of the Texas Hill Country. 75 years of conservation practices. Over 45 years of wildlife management. Terrain varies from gently rolling hills to rocky canyons to fertile mesquite flats to live oak bottoms. 20 minutes from Rocksprings. No through traffic/easements. Three strong water wells. Electricity.

Area known for great whitetail and abundant turkey. Several large turkey roosts on property.

Property set up and ready for any rancher, hunter or outdoor adventurist. Price: $1,450 per acre

Rocking JB Ranch

H-5 Ranch

Easily accessed just 30 minutes southwest of Rocksprings. Completely perimeter fenced. Through the guidance of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department this property is a renowned wildlife management program. Includes three water wells, blinds, feeders, cabin, electricity, water, and septic. Terrain is gently rolling to level with scenic valleys and meadows with elevation changes that provide beautiful views. Seasonal creekbeds, abundant mature live oak, pinion pine, and mountain laurel. Whitetail, axis, turkey, hog, and quail. Less than a 30 minute drive to Lake Amistad. Price: $1,882,560

Located less than one mile off Highway 377 at the end of the road. 1,300 square foot, two bedroom, two bath, Santa Fe style furnished home with 12x50 front porch, 12x20 back porch, large utility room, private water well, electricity, and licensed septic. Also included is an 8x20 storage container, 10x20 storage shed and an RV hookup for guests. Gently rolling terrain with heavy cover in live oaks. Great hilltop views, perimeter fenced, blinds and feeders, watering troughs and great hunting. This ranch is the perfect family hunting and retirement place completely ready to enjoy! Price: $350,000

1,184± Acres | Edwards County | Property ID: 1091649

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77.27± Acres | Edwards County | Property ID: 983760

W e s t e r n H i l l C o u n t r y R e a lt y

www.WesternHillCountryRealty.com | info@westernhillcountryrealty.com | (830) 683-4435 Glynn Hendley/Broker | 106 E. Main Street | Rocksprings, Texas 78880

Indian Ranch

Tierra de los Pinons

Located 10 minutes from Rocksprings with less than two miles of well maintained county road access. Gently rolling live oak terrain with areas of abundant topsoil for food plot opportunities.

Extensive internal road system. Great views. Water well, electricity, licensed septic. Three bedroom, two bath main house. Additional two bedroom, one bath cabin. Great wildlife ranch.

Genetically bred whitetail have been released in the area. Great dove hunting area. Not in a subdivision – no restrictions. Abundant Indian artifacts found on the ranch. Price: $675,000

The Tierra de los Pinons is located in Southern Edwards County just six miles south of Rocksprings. The rolling terrain has a variety of vegetation including pinon pines, oaks and elm. Breathtaking views.

Water well in place. The perimeter is completely fenced. Excellent internal road system. Great hunting includes whitetail, turkey, axis, hog, aoudad. Hunting blinds. Ag. exempt taxes. Price: $643,950

308± Acres | Edwards County | Property ID: 1033812

487± Acres | Edwards County | Property ID: 1059041

Tierra de los Encinos

Pot Rock Ranch

Quality wildlife fed year round. Axis, whitetail, turkey, elk, oryx, blackbuck antelope, fallow, aoudad and hog. Level to gently rolling terrain with live oaks. Beautiful scenic views. Over 100 acres that has not been hunted in years. Two earthen ponds and two concrete watering troughs provide ample water supply for game. Water, electricity and septic in place for perfect building location. Well defined boundaries. The perfect getaway, ready for the entire family to enjoy year round hunting and recreation!

Price: $525,000

Owner terms available. Electricity in place. Agricultural water will be furnished. Excellent native and exotic game. Fertile valleys and large oaks, elms, mesquite and other South Texas type vegetation provide ideal habitat for wildlife. Panoramic views of the distant hills and game rich draws and valleys below. The game management program gives you the opportunity to enjoy the Hill Country hunting experience as only a large land owner has in the past. Price: $154,000

284± Acres | Edwards County | Property ID: 1061994

103± Acres | Edwards County | Property ID: 1083150

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T e r r y Wo o t a n R e a l E s t at e

www.TerryWootanRealEstate.com | courtney@terrywootan.com | (325) 247-5711 Terry Wootan | 506 West Young | Llano, Texas 78643

Otto Ranch

Mason Hunting Ranch

Sandy Creek Ranch

Scenic Texas Hill Country with two homes, wet weather creek and views. Price: $1,634,673

Gentle, rolling live oak and post oak covered hills.

Ridges with panoramic views. Price: $1,050,000

Beautiful ranch. Prime area of Llano County near Gillespie County and Enchanted Rock. Price: $4,900,000

327± Acres | Llano Co. | Prop. ID: 1081771

300± Acres | Mason Co. | Prop. ID: 971878

1,000± Acres | Llano Co. | Prop. ID: 260516

Castell Ranch

Llano Custom Home

San Saba Ranch

Rolling live oak and post oak hills. Some improved pasture. Tree-lined creek bottoms. Price: $399,750

Texas Hill Country custom built home. Panoramic views of the Llano River Valley. Price: $795,000

Beautiful Hill Country. Wet weather creek bottom, improved pastures, large oaks.. Price: $530,468

Red Rock Creek Ranch

Magill Creek Ranch

Sycamore Falls Ranch

Gently rolling with massive granite outcroppings.

Great views of Lake Buchanan. Price: $4,900,000

Rolling, live oak hills with large granite ridges and beautiful creek bottoms. Price: $3,931,250

Rolling to mountainous hill country land. Deep canyons, springs and trees. Price: $1,643,106

50± Acres | Llano Co. | Prop. ID: 219753

1,000± Acres | Llano Co. | Prop. ID: 594550

26± Acres | Llano Co. | Prop. ID: 930784

925± Acres | Llano Co. | Prop. ID: 976500

109± Acres | San Saba Co. | Prop. ID: 1102940

206.68± Acres | Burnet Co. | Prop. ID: 1042512

Fort McKavett River Ranch

Turkey Hollow Ranch

JHV Hungry Hollow Ranch

Half mile of spring fed San Saba River frontage and creek frontage. Price: $3,426,500

Nice main residence. Large pecan, live oak and elm trees around headquarters. Price: $1,373,850

Rolling live oak covered hills, nice canyons, beautiful valley and meadows. $1,378,275

890± Acres | Menard Co. | Prop. ID: 1033710

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639± Acres | Sutton Co. | Prop. ID: 1072030

345± Acres | Llano Co. | Prop. ID: 1056648

T e r r y Wo o t a n R e a l E s t at e

www.TerryWootanRealEstate.com | courtney@terrywootan.com | (325) 247-5711 Terry Wootan | 506 West Young | Llano, Texas 78643

Terry Wootan Real Estate Hill Country Ranch Finders

Oatman Creek Ranch

218± Acres | Llano County Property ID: 24125

Llano, Texas is the heart of the Texas Hill Country and hosts some of the most beautiful pieces of property in Texas. This 218 acre ranch, just south of Llano on picturesque Highway 16, is no exception to that statement. Behind the high fence boasts some of the best whitetail deer genetics in the area, including an award winning buck that was harvested off the ranch last hunting season. The ranch is also home to some excellent exotics including; axis and black buck antelope. The hunting enthusiast would definitely find their niche in this property’s wildlife capabilities.

The main residence is ready for new memories to be made, and good times to be had on the back deck… Whether it be a family of five, or the lodge of a corporate retreat, this four bedroom, three bath ranch home can accommodate any and all that need a place to lay their head. Large, open living/dining area, rock fireplace, tiled throughout, oversized bedrooms, great wrap around, covered porch allows for star gazing and enjoying the breathtaking views that encompass the 218 acres. Other improvements include: two car carport, barn for storage and a cooler for deer.

Oatman Creek Ranch is a turn-key, ready to go Hill Country ranch that needs to be seen. It has something for everyone and is ready for immediate enjoyment. Only 30 minutes from downtown, historic Fredericksburg, and only five miles from Llano. This ranch needs to be snatched up before hunting season this fall. Call for more details.

Price: $1,295,000

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www.JMyaneRealty.com | kim@jmyanerealty.com | (830) 833-5511 PO Box 188 | 807 North Main Street | Blanco, Texas 78606

Blanco River

17.56¹ Acres | Blanco County | Property ID: 1021969 This spectacular riverfront property sports an exquisite home and Hill Country views for miles. Beautifully paved circular driveways wind through this picturesque 17.56-acre hilltop located on the cliff side of the Blanco River with steps to the water’s edge. Top of the line in every way, this custom built three-bedroom, three-and-a-half bath home with two-car garage has all the upgrades and extras one could possibly want: Open concept with walls of Pella windows covered by custom honeycomb shades, soaring 25-foot beamed ceilings, scored and stained concrete floors, and a gorgeous fireplace wall in the family room. Gourmet kitchen has tons of granite counter top space, a massive center island with prep sink, under mount porcelain country sink, six burner Wolf stove with double ovens and pot filler, sub zero fridge, huge corner walk-in pantry, and beautiful custom cabinetry with all the gadgets! All bedrooms have a private bath. The master suite has a double door entry, study/sitting area with walls of built-in shelving, patio access, and an exquisite bath with an incredible closet loaded with built-ins. Large covered porches with tongue in grove ceilings surround this home. There is also a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment (perfect for caretaker, mother-in-law, guests) with full kitchen, plenty of storage and a large mudroom/bath attached to the huge four-bay garage/warehouse complete with a carport/pavilion across the front. Just too many extras to list! Price: $1,490,000 128

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www.JMyaneRealty.com | kim@jmyanerealty.com | (830) 833-5511 PO Box 188 | 807 North Main Street | Blanco, Texas 78606

Hines Branch Creek

22.32± Acres | Blanco County | Property ID: 995145 Country living less than a mile from town! These 22 acres offer two homes, several barns and outbuildings, garden area and producing orchard, large trees, deep soil, cross fenced pastures, and the list goes on! There are custom features throughout this versatile three-bedroom, three-and-a-half bath, two-car garage main home with 4,100± square feet, which offers three levels of very comfortable living. There is a massive island kitchen with a bayed breakfast nook, walk-in pantry and deck access. Living room has a fireplace, large windows and arched doorways leading to the formal dining room. Study/office has French doors that open to the front porch.

Upstairs you will find two spacious secondary bedrooms with lots of closet space, a hall bath split into two rooms for privacy, and an enormous multi-use room located next to the back stairwell. Also on this level is a spacious master suite with double walk-in closets, custom vanity, double sinks, open shower access, and beautiful views of the property. The lower level or “basement” has two large rooms, two closets, a full bath and utility room, floor-to-ceiling windows, and outside access. Large deck, wide open spaces, xeriscaping, wildlife, beautiful creek, fenced pool area with hot tub, waterfall, and slide all combine to create serene settings for outdoor enjoyment.

A charming three-bedroom, two-bath cottage with wood floors, fireplace, and screened porch is perfect for a rental or guest home. Minutes to Blanco schools and less than one hour from Austin or San Antonio airports, this incredible property has it all. Hill Country living with city conveniences! Price: $799,000

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C o a l s o n R e a l E s tat e

www.Coalson.com | Mac@Coalson.com | (817) 925-3333 Mac A. Coalson | 7801 New Authon Road | Weatherford, Texas 76088

Palo Pinto & Erath

973± Acres | Palo Pinto County | Property ID: 865768 A beautiful native ranch with rolling terrain and scattered to thick tree cover with excellent game habitat. Many varieties of trees, creeks and ponds. Outstanding frontage on Interstate 20 and direct interstate to Ft.Worth. Co-op water. $3,500.00 per acre, negotiable. Price: $3,407,054

MillionHeir Ranch

3,194± Acres | Proctor and Comanche County Property ID: 1046799 Southwest of Stephenville near Proctor on both sides of hwy 377. Rolling native and improved coastal bermuda land with live oak trees. This ranch supports a full scale – Breeding facility, cutting facility, and roping facility on three different areas of the property. Improvements include – breeding barn, stallion barn, mare motel, show barn, main office, covered roping arena, covered cutting arena, homes, equipment barn, steel cattle pens, government lake, extensive highway frontage. Price: $11,735,000, negotiable.

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Brazos River Ranch

3,300± Acres | Weatherford, Parker and Hood County Property ID:749713 22 minutes southwest of Weatherford. Gorgeous and impressive with 7300± feet of Brazos river frontage, timber bottoms, rolling hard wood terrain, pristine hunting, numerous lake sites, and exciting mineral potential. 13 stock ponds, one windmill, and two water wells. Three bedroom, two bath brick home, cattle pens, and hay barn. Reduced to $ 6,750.00 per acre. A must see for the discriminating outdoorsman and investor! Price: $22,275,000

Brazos River Paradise, Possum Kingdom 4,416± Acres | Palo Pinto County

This unique river paradise lays in a tear drop south of Possum Kingdom Lake with approximately 45,000± feet or eight and-a-half miles of pristine river frontage. The river is wide and deep for miles. Native rolling land with pecan, live oak, mesquite, and cedar. A rustic three bedroom, two bath lodge overlooks the river. Extremely private on a dead end road. All minerals owned conveyed, $7,500.00 per acre. Price: $33,124,350

C o a l s o n R e a l E s tat e

www.Coalson.com | Mac@Coalson.com | (817) 925-3333 Mac A. Coalson | 7801 New Authon Road | Weatherford, Texas 76088

48.78, 63.62, 63.62 & 69.55 Acre Tracts - 918.64 Total Acres 918± Total Acres | Ravalli, Montana | Property ID: 1046540

Florence, MT in the Sapphire Mountain Range of the famous “Bitterroot Valley.” The property is accessed by Eight Mile Creek Road and features mountainous, rolling Big Sky Country. Many beautiful scattered pine and fir trees, and pristine meadows where elk, mule deer, and whitetail abound. Outstanding scenery and beautiful snow-capped mountains in the distance. Tracts one, two, three and four adjoin the county road with frontage. All four tracts have beautiful Eight Mile Creek running through them and gorgeous building sites. Two tracts have water wells in place and one tract has a bridge in place over Eight Mile Creek. Prices start at $10,000 per acre. The entire 918.64± acres can be purchased for $6,889,800. To view this beautiful property, visit http://coalson.com/919-ac-missoula-montana or call (817) 925-3333 to discuss. Owner would consider a trade for a Texas ranch.

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H o d d e R e a l E s tat e C o .

www.HoddeRealty.com | info@hodderealty.com | (979) 836-8532 112 W Main Street | Brenham, Texas 77833

Cypress Creek Farm

El Rancho Loco

Riata View Estate

2/1 cedar and stone barndominium, 2.25± acre lake, live oaks and native pecans, nice views.

Turn-key horse farm with 3/3 home, 10-stall barn, shop/equipment barn, guest house and huge oaks.

Spacious 4/3.5/3 home, infinity pool with hot tub, panoramic views, pond, and open meadows.

TC Ranch

Ranches of Doe Run

Quail Run Farm

5/3.5/3 stone home, 4,010± square feet, pond, beautiful views, 4-stall barn, pipe arena, roundpen.

4/5/3 home, 3,855± square feet, office, sunroom, pond, restricted comm. with 16 ac. Brazos River Park.

Nice views, pond, custom 3/2 country home, barn, storage shed, close to Lake Somerville.

Hi Point Farm

Hill View Ranch

Sky View Farm

Austin stone home, guest barn, pond, 100+ year old oak trees, covered arena, 3-stall barn.

Magnificent hilltop views that go on for miles, large Austin stone home, 2 stocked ponds.

Beautiful 3/2.5/2 home, 3,500± sq. feet, saltwater pool, pavilion, lush landscaping, and VIEWS!!!

Rothell Acres

CF Farms

Lake Somerville Ranch

Newly built energy efficient home, 40’ x 30’ shop, 50’ x 40’ Motorport, pond, wooded trails.

Equestrian property, 1,879± square foot main home, 22-stall barn, indoor arena, custom guest home.

Great getaway 2 miles from Lake Somerville! 3/1 furnished home, trails, pond, wildlife.

46.15± Ac. | Washington Co. | Prop. ID: 1007389

18.85± Ac. | Washington Co. | Prop. ID: 962072

18.84± Ac. | Washington Co. | Prop. ID: 588128

5.95± Ac. | Washington Co. | Prop. ID: 1033476

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140.49± Ac. | Austin Co. | Prop. ID: 1083184

25.42± Ac. | Washington Co. | Prop. ID: 953317

50.99± Ac. | Washington Co. | Prop. ID: 969817

27± Ac. | Fort Bend Co. | Prop. ID: 910292

10.77± Ac. | Washington Co. | Prop. ID: 1100657

13± Ac. | Washington Co. | Prop. ID: 1085098

35.19± Ac. | Washington Co. | Prop. ID: 1077800

23.43± Ac. | Washington Co. | Prop. ID: 1102007

H o d d e R e a l E s tat e C o .

www.HoddeRealty.com | info@hodderealty.com | (979) 836-8532 112 W Main Street | Brenham, Texas 77833

Pecan Ridge Ranch

Sycamore Hill Ranch

This property features 360-degree panoramic views of the countryside, three ponds, wet-weather creek, 70+ planted live oaks, and groves of pecan trees. The custom Greek revival home offers a stone exterior, 7,387± square feet, three bedrooms, four full and one half baths, family and entertainment rooms, kitchen with a full service butlers pantry, media room, study, and two-car garage. There is park-like landscaping, a 54- by 76-foot Morton barn with porch, living quarters and storage area for equipment or horse stalls and so much more!

Approximately 95 acres with picturesque hilltop and historic home built in 1880, which was part of the original land grant to William Gates in the early settlement of Texas. Other features include barn with three open bays and bunkhouse living quarters, a 5± acre spring-fed lake, Doe Run Creek, numerous live oak, elm and pecan trees, and a diverse elevation ranging from 280 to 190 feet. The property is located between historic Chappell Hill and Washington-OnThe-Brazos, The Birthplace of Texas.

Gerdes Ranch

Meadow Creek Ranch

Approximately 811.862 acres available as three individual ranches and featuring frontage on FM 1697, FM 141, and CR 123. Rolling terrain, mostly open pastures with scattered trees and wooded areas, 6± acre lake and total of 16 ponds. Other improvements include barns and small house and graded horse racing track. A portion of the ranch is adjacent to the Army Corps of Engineers: Somerville Lake Middle Yegua Creek Basin. Excellent land for cattle ranch and recreation. Other Lands of Texas ID’s include: 1088818, 1088820, and 1088826

Beautiful acreage featuring a tree-lined drive leading to the custom five-bedroom, six-bath, two-car-garage estate home, which offers a large and open room that includes the kitchen with island, dining area and family room, plus formal living and dining, study, private guest suite, master suite with sitting area, and bonus room on the third floor. There is a pool with hot tub, pavilion, large back porch and patio, and landscaping with fountains and lush gardens. The property is rolling with open meadows, scattered trees and a 7.75± acre wooded area.

159.85± Acres | Austin County | Property ID: 922734

812± Acres | Lee County | Property ID: 1088816

95± Acres | Washington County | Property ID: 969839

36.38± Acres | Washington County | Property ID: 1078282

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www.Peltier-Realty.com | bobpeltier@sbcglobal.net | (979) 849-1238 Bob Peltier/Broker | 1805 E. Mulberry | Angleton, Texas 77515

Hidden Treasure

31± Acres | Brazoria County | Property ID: 1018782

This is a stately manor only 45 minutes south of the world’s largest medical center (Houston, Texas) and 20 minutes to the Gulf of Mexico, on 31± acres of high alluvial sand ridge. The land was granted to Stephen F. Austin and chosen by one of the original “300” as their home site. This property features an exquisite 3,300±-square-foot super custom home designed and built by an architectural and landscape engineer so that every view is framed by the many prehistoric like, emerald topped, mossy, 300±-year-old live oaks. This unusually outstanding property includes a private gated entry, steel covered arena, stables, pool and spa, deck, and lake. Price: $750,000

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www.Peltier-Realty.com | bobpeltier@sbcglobal.net | (979) 849-1238 Bob Peltier/Broker | 1805 E. Mulberry | Angleton, Texas 77515

The Lakes at Columbia Lakes

300Âą Acres | Brazoria County | Property ID: 1098300 No Money was spared designing and building this Columbia bottoms show-place over 40 years ago.

Originally a Tenneco project, this unrestricted property is famous for its great bass fishing and scenic setting.

300 acres includes seven acres of prime park-like non-lake property with all utilities, a 12-stall marina with bait and tackle shop, and two irrigation wells. This property features outstanding duck hunting on the lake and private golfing next door. The property is secured by a gated, manned entry. This property would make a great corporate, church, or other retreat. Approximately one hour south of Houston, 30 minutes north of Gulf of Mexico. Price: $1,800,000

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www.TexasRanchCo.com | Johnny Cavazos/Broker | johnny@texasranchco.com | (210) 260-1897 Brandon Scott/Sales Associate | brandon@texasranchco.com | (210) 421-8181

The 339 Ranch

339± Acres | Frio County | Property ID: 1100759 It can’t get any better than this. This is truly one of the best high-fenced properties of its size on the market, located in the highly prized area of Northern Frio County.

This unique ranch has an excellent combination of prime habitat with awesome native brush and big bull mesquite trees, nice improvements, rolling terrain and lots of wildlife. A “must see” property for someone looking for their dream ranch.

Located only one hour from San Antonio. This place is set up and ready to go!

739 Acres Frio County

739± Acres | Frio County | Property ID: 1024964

Priced to sell! The perfect ranch for someone who is looking for an unimproved property to develop. This place has all of the key ingredients needed to become an outstanding hunting ranch; shallow underground water, superb brush and excellent topography with 20 mile views, just to name a few. There is one water well and one stock pond on the ranch. The habitat is excellent for white tail and there has been very little hunting pressure over the past three years. If your looking to build it your way, then this ranch is for you. Seller will convey minerals!

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www.TexasRanchCo.com | Johnny Cavazos/Broker | johnny@texasranchco.com | (210) 260-1897 Brandon Scott/Sales Associate | brandon@texasranchco.com | (210) 421-8181

Farm & Ranch Real Estate

1938 Acre South Texas Hunting Ranch 1,938± Acres | Zavala County Property ID: 122311

This unimproved ranch is located in a special area of South Texas known for its shallow Carrizo water and producing giant white tail deer. The ranch is high-fenced and has two water wells, several water troughs and a nice tank. There is excellent brush diversity throughout, and good roads and senderos are in place. The ranch has not been hunted or had cattle in several years and the game is plentiful. This property offers a rare combination of great habitat and spectacular views. Priced to sell!

Moore Hollow Ranch

993± Acres | Frio County | Property ID: 1109125 Conveniently located only 45 minutes from San Antonio. Words cannot describe the potential of this prime South Texas highfenced hunting ranch. Fantastic brush diversity, rolling terrain, nice improvements and great water are just a few of the key features this property has to offer. Most of the hard work has been done and now it’s time to move in and enjoy. You will not find a better ranch with a better location anywhere on the market.

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www.5StarCountry.com | shelly@5starcountry.com | (979) 830-5040 Shelly Moschak | 2668 Highway 36 South, #311 | Brenham, Texas 77833

Two Rivers Ranch

341.02± Acres | Fayette County Property ID: 897980 Featuring extensive Colorado River frontage, this property is located near the historic town of Winchester. The interior road winds through the property, which is fenced and cross-fenced.

This rolling tract is a good mix of open pastures.

Numerous pecan trees and majestic live oaks are scattered throughout the property as well. The oxbow and pond afford ample water sources for cattle, and the avid hunter can find numerous areas for deer stands with ample game including deer, hogs and birds. Price: Reduced to $2,335,850

Le Maison du Serenity

38.03± Acres | Washington County Property ID: 1066909 These 38+ acres are located near Brenham and Lake Somerville. The property includes a stunning fourbedroom, four-and-a-half bath, steel-framed, Austin stone home, as well as a 3,000-square-foot barn with separate guest quarters and full bath, loafing shed, and large expanded lake. The two-sided rock fireplace separates dining room and living room, and the house features huge Pella windows. Red barn-wood custom cabinets, Lutron lighting, large granite island, gourmet Wolf stove with griddle, double convection oven, spacious pantry, built-in microwave, and sub-zero refrigerator complete this astonishing kitchen. The beautiful master suite offers a volcanic ash tub, custom faucets, custom tile work, and travertine floors. Don’t miss this opulent retreat! Price: $1,275,000 138

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Rockhouse Ranch

27.29± Acres | Austin County | Property ID: 1054113 This 27±-acre hilltop retreat is steeped in Texas tradition! Constructed with Fredericksburg barn-wood, Austin stone, and custom cedar chinked logs, this 3,310-square-foot, three-bedroom, three-bath home has high ceilings with exposed beams, rock fireplace, wood floors, and a large expanses of windows. The kitchen is complemented by an antique bar/island, copper sink and fixtures, custom-wood countertops with turquoise accents, a gourmet Wolf stove, and huge walk-in pantry. The house also features breathtaking views, great porches, and a master bedroom fireplace. The property also includes a two-bedroom, two-bath guesthouse; outdoor kitchen; barn; large pond; pier; and swimming dock. (Adjacent to Texas Ranch Life, an 1,800-acre wild game resort). Price: $840,000

Yonder Way Farm

Fantasy Farms

Located in the rolling hills just minutes outside the historic town of Brenham, Texas, is one of the most tranquil, self-sufficient, one-of-a-kind ranch properties in Washington County. Completely set up for operating an organic farm, this property serves as a luscious retreat and offers self-sufficiency! Soak up the radiance of these succulent green pastures, two ponds, and scattered mature trees as you step foot out on your back porch to enjoy your day! There is a 3,656-square-foot, three-bedroom, three-bath main home; a four-bedroom, two-bath guest house; flagstone decked pool with rock water slide; several barns; four water wells; and much, much more! Make this your weekend getaway or try your hand at fulltime farming! Either way, this is truly an amazing, wellthought out and planned property! Price: $1,946,000

From the moment you enter the tree-lined drive, you’ll be taken back by the lovely Hill Country views as you ascend up the hill to the main home. Nestled in a grove of trees, the incredibly spacious main home features three bedrooms plus a study, formal dining room, fantastic master suite with fireplace and its own private patio to enjoy the birds and wildlife each morning. This property has tons of customized amenities and built-ins and is situated at the top of the hill, surrounded by a tranquil setting. A working alpaca ranch, it offers much more than pictures can display: main home; garage apartment; two large barns; greenhouse; gazebo; one-bedroom, one-bath guest house; four-bedroom, two-bath ranch hand’s house; pens; and loafing sheds. Don’t wait—call today to see this amazing property! Price: $1,450,000

94.33± Acres | Washington County Property ID: 1104260

48.72± Acres | Kendall County Property ID: 1104993

B a r t J o n e s R e a l E s tat e S a l e s

www.TexasHillCountryLands.com | bartj@texashillcountrylands.com | (830) 928-4820 200 Fairway Drive | Kerrville, Texas 78028

DD Trophy Ranch

464± Acres | Bandera County | Property ID: 1071646 This is a trophy whitetail deer hunting ranch. It has beautiful “top of the world” hills, wooded canyons, and is located at the end of the road. It is about 15 miles west of Medina, off of Hwy. 337. All of the released deer have strong South Texas genetics. A 180 BC taken last year. The property includes breeder pens, numerous feeders and deer blinds. There is an updated hunter’s camp house, a cleaning area with freezer and storage building. An updated owner’s cottage is located at the front gate. There are recent water wells at both houses. The property has seasonal springs that feed several ponds. A lot of the cedar has been removed to expose the old hardwoods.

Breeder deer in the pens are negotiable. Price: $2,999,900

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D av i s V e r n o n R e a l E s t a t e www.DavisVernon.com | info@davisvernon.com | (940) 552-0500 Dane Mount/Broker | 1011 Hillcrest Drive | Vernon, Texas 76384

M - S Ranch

Burdett Ranch

The M-S Ranch is located on the clear fork of the Brazos River and has approximately a half-mile of frontage on the Brazos. The river is the south boundary of the ranch and is lined with huge pecan, oak, and elm trees. This is a beautiful area of north central Texas that has awesome hunting. The property has some cultivation on the north end that is an excellent food source for the wildlife in this area and good dove hunting. This property that can be developed into a great hunting ranch and has minerals available! Price: $1,222,470

Great hunting ranch, located between the towns of Childress and Paducah, on the Pease River! This ranch lies on both sides of the river, with approximately 1,500 acres on the north side, and 1,000 acres on the south. The Pease winds through two miles of this property. The ranch is surrounded by other large places as well, and joins the historic 37,000-acre Buckle L Ranch on the north, the Rice Ranch on the east, and other large tracts. This is an exceptional hunting ranch with trophy whitetail and mule deer. Price: $2,473,575, or $975 per acre

306± Acres | Stephens County | Property ID: 1101709

2,537± Acres | Cottle County | Property ID: 231315

131 Ranch

5,781± Acres | Hardeman County Property ID: 853065

The 131 Ranch is located just southwest of Medicine Mound, Texas, in southern Hardeman County. This is an excellent cattle and hunting ranch that is truly one of a kind and hard to find with frontage on the Pease River and located in a very historic part of northwest Texas. It was an area full of history with the recapture of Cynthia Ann Parker in the battle of the Pease River and other Indian history. The ranch offers great hunting with trophy whitetail and mule deer, quail, turkey, and dove hunting. There are some minerals available. Price: $5,636,475, or $975 per acre 140

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www.MarkhamRealty.com | contact@markhamrealty.com | (936) 295-5989 2715 11th Street | Huntsville, Texas 77340

County Line Ranch

50± Acres | Walker County | Property ID: 1095824 A great piece of Texas in an outstanding location! This property sits on the county line of Walker and Grimes Counties only minutes from Huntsville and Bryan/College Station. This ranch is in tip-top condition. This attractive three-bedroom, two-bathroom, ranch-style home features scenic landscaping around pool and hot tub, large 60’ x 72’ livestock barn, and an immaculate workshop building. The property is fenced and cross-fenced and has cattle pens, two ponds, and good roads. You will not be disappointed!

Price: $625,000

Grimes County Getaway

58.55± Acres | Grimes County Property ID: 1083036

A perfect getaway property featuring a nice 1,000-square-foot cabin overlooking the two stocked fishing ponds! The property includes two well-built and functional barns. The land is fenced and cross-fenced into four pastures. There are several areas of woods for the deer and wildlife.

The property is secluded, yet in a sought after location only minutes from Lake Conroe and Sam Houston National Forest. If you are looking for a great property within one-and-a-half hours of Houston come see this well cared for place! Price: $510,000

Round Prairie Road

220± Acres | Walker County Property ID: 360069 These 220± acres have recently been converted from timber to pasture. Property features approximately 150 acres of grazable land and 70 acres of native woods. The entire perimeter has a new, professionally built 5-strand barbed wired fence on cedar and metal posts. There are two nice ponds and one mile of new limestone rock roads in the interior of the property. Also, there are new cattle work pens with squeeze chute.

This is a perfect combination of cattle, wildlife, and recreational property in the rolling hills of northern Walker County, only five minutes West of I-45 and one hour north of Houston. Price: $770,000

Hill Top Farm Godkin Ranch

85± Acres | Grimes County Property ID: 1059951 Great country home on 85± acres! The 2006 custom home has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, hardwood flooring, silestone kitchen counters, and stainless appliances. The property is fenced and cross fenced and features a large carport with additional storage shed, a 30’ x 40’ barn with two 20’ x 40’ wings on each side. The property boasts excellent pastureland and hardwood trees.

There are two, 2-acre lakes and one smaller lake.

Beautiful views make this a wonderful home place!

Price: $549,500

78± Acres | Walker County Property ID: 1062719 This is a very scenic and functional property with a good set of improvements built in 2007. The ‘barndominium’ features a 1,020-square-foot, two-bedroom, two-bath apartment with a very attractive design, modern kitchen with custom cabinets, stained concrete floors, and corrugated tin ceilings all with a unique western touch. The building also houses five large stalls with turnouts, wide alley, feed, tack, and hay storage. The land is extremely productive, totally planted in jiggs and coastal Bermuda. It has a good perimeter fence, long frontage on Bishop Road, three ponds, and an older barn with pipe cattle pens. This place deserves your attention! Price: $649,500

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www.WeSellRanchLand.com | timdockal@verizon.net | (325) 347-8020 office | (325) 347-2571 mobile Helen Dockal | PO Box 1050 | 705 San Antonio, Hwy. 87 S | Mason, Texas 76856

Harper Ranch

98± Acres | Gillespie County | Property ID: 1085715

Fredonia Ranch

635± Acres | San Saba County | Property ID: 1052017 Very diverse ranch located in southwest San Saba County! Great access from two directions, this ranch has it all! The northwest side has heavy tree cover, big views, and excellent hunting habitat.

The southeast side is a little tamer with old areas of cultivation, huge live oak motts, panoramic views, numerous dirt tanks, and pipe pens. A seasonal creek runs through the ranch and there is excellent underground water, and the ranch has two wells, both equipped. Whitetail deer, turkey, and hogs are all prevalent throughout the ranch. Price: $1,682,750

Sutton County Ranch

541± Acres | Sutton County | Property ID: 1083782 541 acres located near Roosevelt with good access from CR 209. The ranch is rolling Hill Country with a balance of bottom land with a lot of hardwoods, mainly live oak and some cedar. There is a wet weather creek, two dirt tanks, and two wells, one with a submersible pump and one windmill. Other improvements are a metal barn, pens, and hunting cabin. The ranch is home to an excellent population of whitetail deer, turkey, and feral hog. This is a fine ranch with good improvements for the recreational enthusiast or rancher. Price: $972,710 142

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This ranch carries a big punch with numerous elevation changes that harbor some great views. A wet weather creek runs through the place and has a 6-8 foot waterfall area.

Wild life exemption is in place and a blind and feeder convey with sale. It is conventionally fenced on three sides and there is a 20x40 bunkhouse/barn with hot/cold water and air conditioning. The property is timbered with live oak, Spanish oak, and black walnut trees. A 290-foot well pumps 10 gallons per minute. This is a slick little ranch that has a lot to offer. Price: $490,000

Blue Mountain Ranch

1,583± Acres | Mason County | Property ID: 861271 Fronting RR 1871 this tremendous ranch is situated in the legendary Blue Mountain range 20 miles southwest of Mason (Mason/Kimble Counties) with easy access to I10 and I35 corridors.

The ranch is characterized by gently rolling sandy loam soils and diverse elevation changes with jaw dropping views. Nice home sites can be found along the higher elevations. Heavy cover of live oak, persimmon, mesquite and other brush provide a natural habitat for wildlife and there is excellent grass turf. Water is supplied by two equipped wells, reservoir and dirt tank. Ground water is abundant in this area. First time on the market for a great hunting ranch with much to offer! Will consider dividing. Price: $3,561,750

T he C ountry C onnection / D ave P erry -M iller & A ssociates

www.CountryConnection.com | brian@countryconnection.com | (972) 588-8300 Brian Smith | 6025 Luther Lane | Dallas, Texas 75225

Wonderful Family Ranch Retreat

Beautiful Home and Equestrian Property

Wonderful Family Ranch Retreat near Savoy, Texas (east of Sherman) with hardwood forests and rolling pastureland featuring a secluded 30-acre lake with a boathouse and two jet ski slips, 15 ponds, and seven dwellings (19 bedrooms-15 bathrooms), constructed between 1996 & 2002. Homes feature gourmet kitchens with natural gas, stained concrete floors, energy efficient, and most with 2x6 construction. Main home has an inground pool overlooking the lake. Activities include excellent fishing, boating, jet skiing, and hunting (deer, turkey, hogs, and ducks). Miles of hiking and four-wheeling trails and a trap-house for shooting sporting clays. The ranch is crossfenced into 17 pastures with a good set of working pens, a 90x60 barn with an office, kitchen, and storage areas. There are two water wells on the property. This is a little piece of heaven 75 minutes north of Dallas! Price: $4,500,000

Beautiful home and EQUESTRIAN property encompassing 17.2 acres thirty minutes from downtown Dallas. Located in an incredibly scenic area of southern Dallas County at the end of the road. The setting is also private and secure. Home features a large kitchen with double oven, SubZero R/F, island and breakfast bar. Family room with fireplace and 12foot ceilings. Separate study. Large master with fireplace and two walk-in closets. Mexican clay tile throughout. Large covered porch to enjoy views of the rolling hills and lake. Storm shelter and garden. 60x40 six-stall SHOWBARN with tack/feed rooms, auto waterers, fly spray and very nice APARTMENT. Loafing sheds, four pastures, 120x90 ARENA, pipe-fenced and gated entry. Price: $695,000

762.84± Acres | Fannin County | Property ID: 865793

17.20± Acres | Dallas County | Property ID: 1076015

A Rare Opportunity!

Recreational Ranch

1,300± Acres | Henderson County | Property ID: 917273 1,300± acres southeast of Ennis in Henderson County. Pure wilderness within one hour from Dallas along three miles of Trinity River hardwood forests. Grand log hunting lodge, seven bedrooms, six baths, two halfbaths, sleeps 20, overlooking a ten acre stocked bass lake and miles of countryside. Superior 200+ B&C class genetics throughout 650 highfenced acres and native wildlife roaming the remainder. Excellent 40-acre waterfowl wetland. 100x60 barn with office, game processing, walk-in cooler and kitchen, workshop area and 162x48 equipment shed. This unique ranch will offer an unforgettable wildlife and outdoor experience.

Price: $4,395,000

274± Acres Fannin County Property ID: 1075961

A RARE OPPORTUNITY near Ivanhoe, Texas and over three miles of LAKEFRONT property on the new shores of the Lower Bois dArc Creek Reservoir scheduled for completion in 2017 being 16,526 acres in size. Property is currently a recreational paradise – deer, turkey, hogs and waterfowling on the 100-acre LOVE LAKE. Use the lake and owner’s additional 542 acres until the lake fills (projected by 2020).

Improvements include a three-bedroom, one-bath farmhouse, water well, four barns, one with a bunkroom. Four-acre lake with a covered pier and three ponds. Use, enjoy and then you have DEVELOPMENT POSSIBILITIES! Price: $2,150,000

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James River Springs Ranch 1,234± Acres | Kimble County Property ID: 1026572

Hill Country Diamond. The most diverse ranch available in the area. James River springs erupt and flow over 3,000 feet through a beautiful tree-lined stream bed. Balance of the ranch is timbered in live oak and red oaks and very little juniper. This ranch has springs, live water, timber, long range views, history, wildlife, four water wells (all with pumps) and excellent distribution of power. A modest home and barn make this incredible ranch ready to use. A rare offering. Call now!!!

Blue Mountain Ranch

1,578± Acres | Kimble County | Property ID: 974620 A Hill Country ranch with a south Texas accent. This is an excellent wildlife and livestock ranch. Blacktop frontage. Ranch is characterized by a few nice hills outcropping from the Blue Mountains and a dry creek that bisects the ranch. Two water wells with power and submersible pumps. If you’re looking for a ranch to high fence with potential to grow big deer, you’ve found it. Reduced to sell at $2,250 per acre. Price: $3,550,500 144

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North Llano River Retreat

16.89± Acres | Kimble County | Property ID: 911751 Over 414 feet of Beautiful North Llano river front. Beautiful views of surrounding hills, pecan bottom across the river, and plenty of wild game. Beautiful clear water that you can see the fish from all along the river bank. Seller wants offers!

Price reduced to $219,000

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H elm L and & C attle

www.HelmLandandCattle.com | (903) 438-6818 Jonas Helm | helmracing@hotmail.com

Will Woods Farm

84± Acres | Hopkins County | Property ID: 1073937 This immaculate 84-acre equestrian’s dream, located on Interstate 30, is just one hour east of Dallas. A superbly built and tastefully decorated 4,233-square-foot house built of stone and cedar, makes this first class horse farm a home. A lighted arena, sandy soil with improved Tifton 85 grass, stud pens, two-bedroom and one-bedroom apartments, and a show barn complete with stalls, office, and vet lab, are only a fraction of the amenities this outstanding property has to offer. REDUCED! Price: $1,499,000

Gaskin Farms

167.86± Acres | Morris County | Property ID: 1078602 A mile and a half south of Naples, and 45 miles from Texarkana, this beautiful 167.86-acre farm can be found. This property has four ponds and a seasonal creek to supply the water for the property. With road frontage on three sides, rolling terrain, and multiple building sites, the possibilities here are endless.

Price: $360,899 or $2,150 per acre

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www.JWCarpenter.com | jw3@jwcarpenter.com | (432) 837-3325 John W. Carpenter/Broker | 708 East Avenue E | Alpine, Texas 79830

Paradise Mountain Ranch

5,300Âą Acres | Jeff Davis County Property ID: 1061283 Paradise Mountain Ranch lies in the heart of the scenic loop of the beautiful Davis Mountains with panoramic views, clear skies and bright stars.

Property has good access and roads, nine pastures, log home, four dependable wells, abundant pinion pine and oak trees, prime grassland, elevations from 5,400 feet to 7,800 feet, some minerals, not encumbered with Conservation Easements.

Price: $2,500/Acre. Total $13,250,000.

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www.TexasFarmsandRanches.com | mc297mark@aol.com | (888) 807-2624 Mark Coleman | 4138 US Highway 259 | Longview, Texas 75605

Roads End Ranch

860Âą Acres | Upsher County | Property ID: 1109490 Roads End Ranch is located a little over an hour east of Dallas. These 860Âą acres consist of pasture and woods, and include two main homes, four guest homes, horse facilities, shop, barn, seven ponds, and three large creeks. The ranch is completely fenced and cross-fenced with lots of pipe fencing. An Old West saloon, office, and lots of tractors and equipment are included. The land is highly improved with hay meadows and offers excellent hunting. This would make a great corporate retreat or full-scale cattle facility. An additional 900+ high-fenced adjacent acres are possibly available.

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www.TheRealEstateRanch.com | realestateranch@aol.com | (432) 688-8200 Thomas Johnston | 6112 N St Hwy 349, Suite A | Midland, Texas 79705

Government Draw/ Montgomery Ranch

Zephyr Meadows

If you are looking for a ranch you can use all year round this is it. It offers some of the best of low fence hunting around. Loaded with game including whitetail, axis, fallow, aoudad, mouflan, Rio Grande turkey, ring tail cat, bobcat, mountain lion and dove. This ranch is located seven miles southwest of Ozona. It has great access on caliche roads and feeds into the Pecos River.

It has lush grass, huge trees, live oaks, cottonwoods, Texas elms, mesquites, and laurel oaks. The settlers saw so much potential in this area, and it speaks volumes that they would make this the headquarters to the Montgomery Ranch. Price: $1,999,875

Oak thickets combined with lush green pastures make this a place to be proud to call home or “home-away-from-home.” This is a turn-key exceptional property with a spacious, updated colonial three-story home. This 7,829-square-foot home includes four bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a kitchen with storage galore, and a game room. The property also includes two guest homes, which makes this a perfect place to entertain clients or bring the whole family in for the holidays.

Conveniently there is access to well water or county water, and a creek runs through the property during wet seasons. Enjoy plenty of fishing on the 14-acre conservation lake as well as deer, dove, quail, and hog hunting. Price: $2,100,000

1,599.90± Acres | Crockett County | Property ID: 1100163

Pecos County Mineral Ranch 1,272.5± Acres | Pecos County Property ID: 1025657

Pecos County, drilling country and minerals convey.

There are currently eight oil and gas plays in action: penrose sands, red sand, wolfbone, bone springs, wolfcamp, sprayberry, Delaware basin and Delaware springs. Porosity is present in sandstone and sandy dolomite immediately behind the capitan reef. The trap is formed in part by the regional stratigraphy and in part by regional and local structure. The reservoir sands are fine-grained and contain much silt, shale, and dolomite cement. No current oil and gas leases in place. A water line runs through entire length of the property. It is located close to town and has three boarding public roads. Tons of groundwater. Price: $1,018,000 ($800 an acre) 148

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407± Acres | Brown County | Property ID: 1073210

Martin County Salt Draw

324.19± Acres | Martin County Property ID: 1058762 What a find for West Texas, a duck hunters dream.

Full of brine shrimp, don’t call it fowl because it’s in-play on a major flyway for ducks, geese, sandhill crane, dove, and has some of the biggest mule deer around. Located 30 minutes from Midland International Airport, it has income producing value from 181 acres of dry land farming or could be great for planting for wildlife. It is 324± acres with a 40 acre lake in the Martin/Howard county salt draw between the CRMWD 400 plus acre lake and 100 plus acre Red Lake (dubbed so from all the brine shrimp that hatch in the summer). It has a community water line on two sides of the property for fresh potable water use. 2,745 square foot hay barn in place. Price: $350,000 ($1,080 an acre)

Eagle Head Ranch

2,572± Acres | Reagan County Property ID: 1038043 This is a turn-key hunting/cattle/agricultural ranch.

If you are looking for a turn-key ranch that has excellent access, new fencing, abundant water and outstanding hunting, this is it. The land provides a diversity of plants, brush, grass, mesquite and trees; all of which provide excellent cover for deer, quail, turkey and other varmints. Other animals on this ranch are rabbits, raccoons, badgers, javelina, coyote and bobcat. There are two wells on the ranch and it includes protein and corn feeders, executive deer blinds and a bow blind. Price: $1,929,000

N o F e n c e s L a n d C o m pa n y

www.NoFencesLand.com | info@nofencesland.com | (866) 800-LAND 3231 Harwood Road | Bedford, Texas 76021

Lago Grande River Ranch

Spring Valley Ranch

Cross N Farm & Ranch

500± ac private lake, 10 miles of Brazos River frontage, deer and waterfowl mecca. Price: $10,500,000

Owned minerals will convey! Creeks, waterfalls, ponds and lakes, and more. Price: $8,174,000

Conveying 50% of seller owned minerals! 8,500 square foot home and 25± acre lake. Price: $7,587,675

4 Square Ranch

Pine Ridge Ranch

Windy Ridge Ranch

Ranch has 37 pastures with 28 tanks/ponds providing water for every pasture. Price: $3,473,100

Scenic property with approx. 440± feet of eleva­tion change, with pine and hardwoods. Price: $1,662,345

Three miles of river frontage, deep 6± ac pond, four tanks and two spring fed creeks. Price: $2,165,040

Preserve on Richland Creek

Thurman Magbee Ranch

Little Alamo Ranch

1 hour SE of Dallas, 4 bedroom cabin, wildlife, ±1.7 miles of Richland Creek frontage. Price: $3,493,000

Waterfall fed by a crystal clear creek, mature timber.

Owned minerals will convey! Price: $2,360,750

3,700 sf lodge nestled on 30 ac lake with deer that have scored in excess of 180". Price: $2,500,000

Foster Ranch

Oak Ridge Ranch

12,200± square foot colonial-style lodge, high fenced with trophy class deer. Price: $7,900,000

This is truly a combination ranch with the ability to run cattle and hunt trophy whitetails. $1,300,000

5,230± Ac | Knox Co., TX | Prop. ID: 990926

2,315± Ac | Bryan Co., OK | Prop. ID: 1044090

1,400± Ac | Navarro Co., TX | Prop. ID: 990948

974.55± Ac | Rains Co., TX | Prop. ID: 993190

4,087±Ac | Sequoyah Co., OK | Prop. ID: 1085276

2,091± Ac | Atoka Co., OK | Prop. ID: 990936

1,349± Ac | Sequoyah Co., OK | Prop. ID: 993028

752.3± Ac | Coal Co., OK | Prop. ID: 1059138

2,370± Ac | Cooke Co., TX | Prop. ID: 990945

1,552±Ac | Beckham Co., OK | Prop. ID: 1058804

1,000± Ac | La Salle Co., TX | Prop. ID: 1036114

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www.VIPCountry.net | info@vipcountry.net | (979) 865-9459 office PO Box 582 | Bellville, Texas 77418

Los Arroyos

83± Acres | Austin County | Property ID: 1048920 This 83± acres of rolling sandy soil in the beautiful Cat Spring area is interspersed with densely wooded areas and quiet meadows. The entire infrastructure is in place with a gated entrance, equipment barn, horse barn with quarters, well, septic tanks, fenced pastures, gravel roads and underground electric. A clay pad waiting for a house completes this amazing opportunity to add the last piece of construction and finalize the farm. Price: $1,390,000. Adjoining 53± acres also for sale.

Wishing Star Ranch

70± Acres | Washington County | Property ID: 1068079 The approach from the road gives but a hint of the beautiful view from this immaculate four-bedroom, three-and-one-half-bath house filled with windows and light overlooking the surrounding area. These pristine 70± acres not only highlight incredible distant views, but also features lush rolling land with two ponds and a wet-weather creek meandering through a ribbon of mature trees. Price: $1,495,000

Hill Top Woods

50± Acres | Colorado County | Property ID: 1078579

Heavy woods along the top of a high hill slope down to an improved pasture dotted with large live oaks on these 50± acres. The gated entrance opens to a gravel interior road that cuts into the woods with large trees providing canopied areas over the drive. Explore the woods and pick the site to expand a clearing that could open to a view of the lower pasture for a hidden home site among tall trees. Price: $500,000. Property is also available for sale as 175 acres with cabin.

Century Oaks Farm

46± Acres | Colorado County | Property ID: 1090522 At the heart of this 46±-acre farm is a cedar and stone house landscaped and designed to complement the many outdoor features. Stone sidewalks, stone porches, a fire pit, mature trees and a vegetable garden are set into a spacious lawn along with a magnificent live oak tree reported to be over 300 years old. Beyond the board fenced yard, the farm is complete with an equipment barn, caretaker’s house, animal barn, chicken yard, stocked pond, loafing shed and picturesque windmill in the pasture. Price: $875,000

Sentinel Hill

37± Acres | Austin County | Property ID: 992633

A winding road from a gated entry gently climbs the hill through improved pastures framed by board fencing on these 37± acres until it reaches the stately hill top home. The view of distant hills and dramatic sunsets is complemented by a scenic pond, woods with trails, a four stall horse barn, an equipment barn, loafing sheds in the pastures fenced for horses, a small fruit orchard and beautiful trees. Price: $999,000. Additional Acreage Available.

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www.BriggsFreeman.com/RanchandLand | jbrosche@briggsfreeman.com | (817) 233-5143 Jim Brosche | 2913 Fairmount Street, Suite 200 | Dallas, Texas 75201

The Diamond M Ranch – A Sportsman’s Paradise 790± Acres | Bosque County | Property ID: 1087719

The chance to own a premier Texas fishing and hunting ranch, with-in 50 miles of DFW, doesn’t come along very often. The Diamond M, in Morgan, Texas, with over 122 surface acres of water and a separate duck habitat, is that dream ranch. Located in northern Bosque County, the ranch boasts 12 ponds and four lakes, including a 50 acre stunner, all stocked with Florida bass. For duck and dove hunters, the water levels in the duck habitat can be adjusted, as needed, and there’s large dove field with water. The Diamond M’s rolling terrain, with lots of brush and dramatic hilltop views, is also home to a large population of whitetail deer and turkey. The ranch features two small cabins, numerous building sites for your dream lodge and an airstrip suitable for light twins. For the past 25 years, it’s been owned and meticulously managed by a small group of sportsman for their enjoyment. This ranch is perfect for a family, group of friends or entertaining clients! Please call Jim Brosche or Jim Strawn for more information. Price: $4,977,000

Gaston Ranch Valhalla Ranch

839± Acres | Bosque County | Property ID: 1067180 Words don’t do justice to this spectacular, turnkey ranch, located at the top of the Texas Hill Country in Clifton, Texas. An easy drive from both DFW and Austin, Valhalla Ranch has it all. From the architect designed house with high-end finishes, professional grade appliances, custom furniture and art collection to the fantastic views, lakes, pavilions, live water and wildlife, Valhalla Ranch is a unique property where the owner spared no expense. The ranch offers something for everyone with its mix of improved pastures, oak-studded hilltops and rugged ridge lines with escarpments. Contact Jim Brosche, (817) 233-5143. Price: $6,750,000 under contract.

645± Acres | Bosque County Property ID: 1076288 This beautiful 645± acre ranch, located an easy two hour drive from both Dallas and Austin and just outside Cranfill’s Gap, is an excellent recreational ranch. Fantastic views, wooded ridge lines and productive pastures make it a perfect getaway for hunters, horse lovers and ranchers, alike. Two small houses, great building sites, three barns and extensive pens make it ready to use from day one! Contact Jim Brosche, (817) 233-5143.

Price: $2,451,000

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Barry Johnson | bjohnson@austintravisproperties.com | (254) 733-7512 | J. Shayne Berry | sberry@austintravisproperties.com | (713) 299-9926

Ace High Ranch

669± Acres | McLennan County | Property ID: 1054584

A True Sportsmen’s Paradise! The Ace High Ranch features staggering improvements that include a gorgeous 14,000± square foot home, 4,700± sf hunting/recreation lodge, state of the art deer breeding facility, game cleaning facility, horse arena and walker, skeet range, rifle/pistol range and one of Texas premier deer hunting operations. The avid fisherman can enjoy over 30 acres of lakes stocked with Florida strain bass, while the golf enthusiast can enjoy a 2,800 sf indoor practice facility and outdoor driving range! Located two hours south of Dallas, two hours north of Austin and 15 minutes from the Waco Regional Airport and the Texas Aero Private FBO. Additional 398± acres available. Price: $5,500,000

Old King Homestead

Cypress Valley Ranch

This ranch is exceptionally scenic with incredible 30 mile vistas all around. Perfectly suited for family gatherings, entertaining, sports and livestock. The ranch also includes a 3,184± square-foot five bedroom rock home in a shady setting overlooking the Texas Hill Country. Located 45 minutes northwest of Austin near Spicewood and Marble Falls with convenient access to Lake Travis, Lake LBJ and Lake Marble Falls. Price: $1,464,000

This absolutely beautiful 100± acre ranch is located 45 minutes northwest of Austin. The ranch features a newly remodeled three bedroom rock home, three bedroom hunter’s cabin and a one bedroom guest home, all in a shaded setting surrounded by dramatic vista views.

Price: $1,595,000

122± Acres | Blanco County Property ID: 1061771

98± Acres | Blanco County Property ID: 1084014

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58± Acres | Blanco County Property ID: 1105482

Enjoy Hill Country living on this 58± acre property located 45 minutes Northwest of Austin near Spicewood and Marble Falls. The property features beautiful oak trees, rolling pastures and plenty of wildlife. Price: $696,000 152

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www.BigLeagueRanches.com | brady@bigleagueranches.com | (512) 394-8354 Brady Moore | 4300 Small Drive | Austin, Texas 78731

The Highest House in Texas!

10,600± Acres | Hudspeth County | Property ID: 1036962 Known as “The Highest House in Texas”, the Mile High Lodge sits atop spectacular mountains on 10,600± acres, just 30 minutes from downtown El Paso. The 6,500± square foot house would make a perfect retreat, lodge or conference center. The views from every side are stunning as the lights of El Paso, Mexico and New Mexico can be seen from miles away. Hunting opportunities for javalina, quail and large mule deer. Price: $9,100,000

Blanco County Live Water!

1,100± Acres | Blanco County | Property ID: 1001334

Located just 60 minutes from Austin and 15 minutes from the Horseshoe Bay Resort, this Hill Country beauty encompasses 1,100± acres and has over 5,000± feet of both sides of strong flowing Comanche Creek. Loaded with deer. Excellent views.

Three wells and a hunters cabin. Price: $8,521,855

Llano County Showplace

345± Acres | Llano County | Property ID: 1099889 This fabulous high fenced ranch encompasses 345± acres of beautiful rolling terrain and has a stunning four bedroom custom home. An incredible outdoor living is off the back with a negative edge pool, bar area and 1,275± square foot of covered porches; perfect for entertaining! Two stock tanks for fishing. Six water wells two metal barns. Trophy whitetail genetics.160± adjacent acres are also available. Price: $3,700,000

South Texas Deer Country

4,272± Acres | Maverick County | Property ID: 1059733

Located in the Golden Triangle of monster South Texas whitetail deer, these 4,272± acres are virgin territory as it has hardly been hunted in 40 years! Hwy 57 splits the ranch in two. Good opportunity to build your hunting paradise on one side and sell off the other. There are three large tanks and it is high fenced on one side. Large neighbors. Price: $6,836,750

Trophy Deer Hunting Ranch

1,010± Acres | Bosque County | Property ID: 1018043 Located in Bosque County just west of Meridian, this ranch has major elevation changes with dense pockets of cover as well as spacious grass and mesquite flats. Water troughs, stock tanks and a wet weather creek ensure a consistent watering and grazing availability. Completely high fenced with 200 inch B&C whitetail deer and trophy blackbuck and aoudad. Improvements include a hunter’s cabin with electricity and well, new metal barn and garage. Price: $3,787,500

157 Acres on the Colorado River

157± Acres | Bastrop County | Property ID: 1018107

Just 25 minutes east of Austin, these 157± acres have a towering pecan orchard and over 2,800± feet of the Colorado River!

Hunt, fish, or launch a kayak or boat and explore miles and miles of the Colorado. Fabulous birding too. This property is suited for a recreational ranch, cattle ranch, organic farm or residential estate. Price: $1,177,500

Turnkey Livestock Operation

87± Acres | Bastrop County | Property ID: 1060619 Includes 40% of minerals! This 87± acres is a cattle operation ready for a new owner to step in and enjoy a turn-key cow or equestrian center of their own. Located 45 minutes from Austin, 1.5 hours from Houston and 1 hour from College Station. An adjoining 29± acre tract is also available which can bring the total to 116± acres. Price: $749,000

Wilbarger Creek Ranch

185± Acres | Bastrop County | Property ID: 1018130

Located just east of Austin, this heavily wooded 185± acre ranch is ideally suited for a country estate or hunting ranch close to town. It has 3 ponds and both sides Wilbarger Creek for over 1,500± feet. Very private. This is a hidden gem ready for a new owner! Owner financing available. Price: $1,017,500

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www.CobbRanchProperties.com | stef@cobbranchproperties.com | (972) 989-5220 Stefanie Cobb | 10156 FM 219 | Clifton, Texas 76634

Shawna Ranly (254) 776-7506

Sweetwater Ranch

309± Acres | Coryell County Property ID: 1090639 Turn-key, ready-to-go game-fenced ranch with live creek is a rare find, just two± hours from DFW or one± hours from Austin, in the heart of CentralTexas. The ranch is secluded and private but with great paved access.

There is plenty of room for the family and guests to stay and enjoy the peaceful country living in the handsome stone 2400 square foot hilltop lodge. It has a large great room with rock fireplace and open kitchen. There are four bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths and grand wrap around porches to watch the sun set and the deer play. This ranch features the spring-fed South Bee House Creek with a small fully stocked lake on the creek with bass, catfish and crappie, four additional stock tanks, and a 65gpm well provide plenty of water, great improvements, beautiful trees, pecan grove, dramatic topography with scenic views and a convenient location. Price: $1,898,000

Valley Creek Ranch

185± Acres | Hamilton County | Property ID: 1062189 Beautiful ranch located between rolling hills just west of Cranfills Gap. This ranch offers the best of both worlds...views, wildlife for hunting, recreation and agriculture all in one! A seasonal creek runs through the south end of the property and open areas offer spectacular views of rolling hills. The ranch is fenced and cross-fenced, providing multiple pasture areas connected to a center lane allowing for easy access to move cattle and other livestock. Features of this property include a 50x80 workshop with water and electricity and 80x20 concrete over-hang for equipment storage, a 1,500 square foot horse barn with four stalls, storage room, electricity, water and large over-hang with RV hookup, six loafing sheds with paddocks, and a 2,490 square-foot, four-bedroom, three-bath home built in 1998 with a ten covered porch. The property could be divided, offering a great building site with beautiful views. Price: $635,000

The Sportsman’s Ranch

412± Acres | Bosque County | Property ID: 1071400 This ranch offers the opportunity for both the hunter and the cattleman.

Offering beautiful, gentle rolling terrain with spectacular views of surrounding mountains. This property is bisected by three creeks; two live and one seasonal. Water is abundant on the acreage and includes a stocked two-acre spring fed lake, four tanks and three wells; one Paluxy wells and two Trinity wells. The wooded creek bottom is an ideal habitat for turkey and all kinds of wildlife. Other amenities include working cattle pens. This property has touches of everything you would want and it’s only 74 miles from downtown Dallas and 53 miles from downtown Ft. Worth! Price: $1,174,200 154

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www.ConleeRealEstate.com | conleerealestate@yahoo.com | (325) 347-7757 Craig D. Conlee | PO Box 1810 | Mason, Texas 76856

Noel Ranch Sabinal River Place 411.47± Acres | Bandera County Property ID: 1098564

This ranch has it all: hunting, river, hay fields. Located on the Sabinal River and uniquely positioned in the canyon between Vanderpool and Utopia. Noel Ranch has 1.33 miles of Hwy. 187, 3,300 feet of both sides of the Sabinal River, and two cabins on the river. River with highway frontage (could be subdivided into river lots) and three great springs feeding the river from this property. A 240-acre mountain with a 500-foot elevation change makes for great hunting. Two tillable fields for forage crops. Better hurry!

Las Piedras Ranch Real County 646± Acres | Real County Property ID: 1074044

The quintessential hunting and recreational ranch in Real County. Close to Garvin’s Store and surrounded by large neighbors, Sanchez and Knob Creeks provide habitat for whitetail, axis, sika, fallow and elk, while mouflan and aoudad roam the steep hillsides. A great headquarters house and guest house sleep 12 easy. There are 12 corporate blinds, timed feeders, and protein feeders. Privacy and seclusion at this end-of-the-road ranch yet underground telephone lines service the main house. The perfect family or company retreat.

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Windy Hill Ranch

Bessie’s Bayou Retreat

Windy Hill Ranch is an exceptional working cattle and horse ranch and recreational lifestyle property. Rolling, beautiful improved pastures with numerous ponds and trees. Long distance views. Large covered arena, cattle working pens, chutes.

This is a premier lifestyle ranch. Excellent horse and cattle facilities, comfortable home with pool. Lots of deer and wildlife. An opportunity to own large acreage close to Houston. Price: $12,000,000

You won’t believe your eyes when you see this grand home wrapped along the banks of Bessie’s Bayou under magnificent pecan trees. Almost 7,000 square feet of private country living only 40 minutes from Houston. This home can be your country retreat offering only the finest finishes and design. Beautiful pastures and pecan trees, vegetable garden, five stall barn for your horses and the most beautiful covered pool with screened in porches and outdoor living areas. Come see! Price: $2,500,000

Magnolia Horse Farm

Vonderosa Farm

If you are horse crazy, this is the perfect set-up designed especially for you! This property offers beautiful landscaping and a stunning 3,899±-square-foot energy efficient home with four bedrooms, four baths, media room, outdoor screened-in porch with complete kitchen and fireplace. Attached to the home is a four-stall barn with tack room, wash rack and grooming area. Other property amenities offer three separate paddocks, 120’ X 220’ riding arena with lights and fenced in dog run. Close to The Woodlands. Price: $549,000

Some properties are just very special, and this is one of those properties. Located only an hour northwest of Houston, this exceptional 42± acre horse farm invites you to enjoy country living at it’s very finest. The magnificent custom home will exceed all your wants and desires-it is beautiful! The ten-stall center aisle barn has custom apartment. Fenced paddocks, loafing sheds, pond, this estate has everything for the horse lover. Price: $1,799,000

3,000± Acres | Madison County Property ID: 919374

3.8± Acres | Montgomery County | Property ID: 1098094

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52± Acres | Waller County | Property ID: 1090258

42± Acres | Waller County | Property ID: 1045618

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www.6868fm373.Ebby.com | 1100 E. Southlake Boulevard, #100 | Southlake, Texas 76092 Sandy Cotton | (214) 335-1295 | sandycotton@ebby.com | Pat Ranney | (972) 342-7651 | patranney@ebby.com

220 Acre Luxury Estate 220± Acres | Cooke County Property ID: 1082378

A stunning, secluded 220± acre estate with rolling hills is eight miles south of Muenster. Built in 2000, the four-bedroom, four-bath home has approximately 6467± square feet and is a private paradise perfect for inside or outside entertaining. Additional guest house, not included in square footage, boasts bedroom, bath, kitchen and laundry area – includes Murphy bed. The owner built a twelve acre lake and a boat dock. The lake is stocked with four types of fish. The outdoor living area has a kitchen area that includes grill, double sinks and refrigerator.

The fire pit, sitting area and lovely saltwater pool overlook the property and lake. The entire acreage is fenced and has security gate. The home is also energy efficient with a geothermal system. There are gorgeous views from all rooms. This home offers a four car garage plus two storage buildings and room for RV parking with drive through capability. There is a storm shelter behind the house. Current ag exemption is for grass but could easily have cattle.

This property also has a variety of wildlife. Call for showing. Price: $1,600,000

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G o t t e s m a n R e s i d e n t i a l R e a l E s tat e www.RoxanCoffman.com | roxan@roxancoffman.com | (512) 750-6666 Roxan Coffman | 1501 Enfield Road | Austin, Texas 78703

Private Paradise

291Âą Acres Hayes and Dripping Springs County Property ID: 1102072 Over 291Âą acres of rich, manicured beauty in Hayes and Dripping Springs counties. Premier accommodations include main house, guest house, game house and barn house to sleep a total of 16. An outdoor, drive-in movie theatre, complete with cabana and popcorn machine, frisbee golf course, adult-sized chess set, skeet range with stadium lights and dance floor provide for endless entertainment. The property also includes two wellappointed pools, one with a slide. Over a mile of Bear Creek runs through the property, which includes many waterfalls and low water crossings, seven dams, 13 well houses, five ponds. Eight foot game fence surrounds the entire property. Animals convey.

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www.Morgan-Ranch.com | jane@morgan-ranch.com | (940) 682-4143 Jane Morgan | PO Box 210 | Weatherford, Texas 76086

Beautiful Cattle And Recreational Ranch

522± Acres | Erath County | Property ID: 1078373 Outstanding cattle and recreational ranch, 522 acres, south of the historic village of Bluffdale. This highly improved ranch has the finest of cattle facilities and is a hunter and fisherman’s paradise. Big deep fishing lake, charming lakeside cabin, long fishing dock, extensive water’s edge stone patio, fire pit, covered pavilion with motor home hook-ups. Twobedroom, one-bath manager’s house. Paved frontage on FM 2481. Big lake, seventeen stock tanks, two water wells. Commercial steel working pens, elevated loading chute, covered squeeze chute and scales, pipe pens, sorting areas, numerous barns and pens and heavy duty cattle guards flanked by double steel side gates. 150± acres of coastal, 100± acres of thick native habitat, balance in recently cleared and seeded native pasture, scattered hardwood trees, whitetail deer and turkey. Awesome view for miles from the high hills. $4,900 per acre. Price: $2,557,800

Berry’s Creek Ranch

4790± Acres | Erath County Property ID: 1081365

Cattle and recreational ranch at Bluffdale, one hour southwest of Fort Worth. Beautiful 7,800 square-foot stone headquarters lodge on the edge of a limestone bluff. Seven bedrooms, six baths, commercial kitchen, granite counter tops, huge game room and large veranda, outdoor kitchen and circular fire pit. Charming guest house, ranch foreman’s house, six-stall horse barn, three sets of steel working pens, fences and cross fences. Two live creeks, Berry’s Creek and North Paluxy. Tanks, a lake, several water wells, coastal Bermuda fields, fertile bottomland and cleared areas reseeded with Klein and Alamo switch grass. Hunting is excellent for white tail and turkey. Road frontage on CR 148 and FM 1188. Some minerals included. $5,250 per acre. Will divide. Offers invited. Price: $25,147,500

Robinson Creek Ranch

1594± Acres | Hood County Property ID: 1084064 Beautiful ranch in Hood county between Lipan and Granbury. High-fenced, two large lakes: one 30 acres and one 70 acres. Year-round Robinson Creek, seasonal Star Hollow Creek, deep dramatic canyons, sheer limestone bluffs and fertile bottomland valleys.

Wonderful limestone three-bedroom, three-bath lodge sites high atop a mountain with views to the horizon. Free gas to house. Horse barn, working pens and impressive stone security gate with massive stone columns and wings. Excellent hunting, fishing, grazing and recreation. Some minerals. $6,500 per acres. Will divide into two ranches. Offers Invited.

Price: $10,361,000

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www.SouthTexasRanchGroup.com | jwallacerealestate@sbcglobal.net | (361) 442-1001 John Wallace | Garron Dean (361) 816-7555 | 453 Robert Drive | Corpus Christi, Texas 78412

Rooke Ranch

6,100± Acres | Refugio County Property ID: 1080200 New on the market, this land is part of the famous Rooke Ranch. It can be purchased as 6,100 acres, 4,900 acres, or 1,200 acres. It offers five miles of Aransas River frontage. This is a big ranch with lots of diversity. Features include the river, large deer, open spaces, big trees, good South Texas brush, big creek, farm land, lakes (one very large), and a house.

Trophy Deer Ranch

995+ Acres | McMullin County Property ID: 0

This property is 995± acres of perfect deer habitat.

Highly managed for trophy deer for years. It offers great improvements and Nueces River frontage.

Cuchilla Pasture Ranch

927.30± Acres | Brooks County Property ID: 105637 This is the perfect quail and dove hunting paradise with good deer. Located in between Falfurias and Rivera along the King Ranch fence.

860 Acres - Minerals

Dos Lagos

This is a beautiful ranch with large oak trees located outside of Devine. The perfect getaway place. Price: $3,000,000

Offering 1,053 acres with very large neighbors. Incredible hunting with deer, nilgai, turkey, dove, and quail. This is part of the best motte country in South Texas.

860± Acres | Medina County | Property ID: 1079925

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1,053± Acres | Kenedy County | Property ID: 944412

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www.JonesRanches.com | jay@jonesranches.com | (830) 456-9184 Jay Jones | 501 North Milam | Fredericksburg, Texas 78624

Williams Ranch

178.48± Acres | Blanco County | Property ID: 904987

Hill Country Sanctuary Ranch

567± Acres | Kimble County | Property ID: 956571

This ranch has rolling pastures that are terraced with live oaks and very little cedar.

It would make a great horse property, vineyard or hunting ranch. The views from this ranch are fantastic and many great home sites are available. Great views with paved access off RR 2721 make this ranch, close to Fredericksburg, worth a trip to see. Price: $1,293,980

This high-fenced ranch comprises 567± acres in Kimble county. It has several hill tops and deep draws with 300 foot elevation changes. The views are great and the perfect terrain for a hunting or recreational ranch. The ranch features four residences. The main home is a 5,500 square-foot Maple Island Log Home with five bedrooms, four baths. The other residences are two bunk houses and foreman’s quarters. There are blinds, feeders and deer pens that are included in the sale. Price: $2,950,000

Burns Ranch

338± Acres | McCulloch County | Property ID: 896780 Ranch has access on Ranch Road 765 between Fife and Doole. 338 acres with a fantastic lake approx. 8 to 10 acres stocked with bass. There is a great two bedroom one bath brick ranch house overlooking the lake. Water is supplied by the Millersview-Doole rural water district. This is a great hunting ranch with Whitetail deer, Turkey, Dove,and Ducks. The views on this ranch are great with Fishing, Hunting and Easy access. Price: $727,304

Eden Ranch Home

25.31± Acres Gillespie County Property ID: 1037250

Cave Creek Ranch

44.62± Acres | Gillespie County | Property ID: 896940 This 44.62 acre ranch has its own 1,885 foot hill top. If you want ten mile views from your own personal hill top, this is a must see. There is 1,500-square-foot guest house with two bedrooms, two baths with Sisterdale stone, granite counter tops, cherry wood floors and a fantastic gourmet kitchen. A larger building site is available on top of a 1,885 summit with 360 degree views. Your own hill top is for sale in Fredericksburg. Price: $1,195,000

Home is an open ranch style with high ceilings and a great kitchen. Property has fantastic views with a pool, hot tub, super outdoor patio, riding arena and barn. This is a great country home that is very family friendly and close to Fredericksburg. Price: $625,000

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L i n d a C a rt e r R a n c h B r o k e r www.LindasLand.com | lindasland@gmail.com | (800) 659-1333 Linda Carter | 225 Larry Drive | Longview, Texas 75605

Howard County Ranch

6,400Âą Acres | Howard County Property ID: 978308 PRICE REDUCED. This beautiful 10 section ranch has not been hunted on in over 17 years, there is an abundance of wildlife on the property including deer, turkey and quail. The incredible maintained landscaping goes about 1/4 mile all the way down the paved, tree lined driveway to the beautiful 7,800 square foot main home with native plants and grass surrounding the home with Fusque grass in the backyard. The main home has smoky mountain rock and wood on the exterior and has three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, plus an additional 1/4 bath in the office and 1/4 bath in the basement. There are three fireplaces and very large windows throughout the home in addition there is an office, dining area and kitchen, garden room, formal dining room and den. The entire home is electric and the basement and garage are both heated and air conditioned. The CRMWD water lines run across the ranch from east to west watering the yard and the grounds. If you have horses this is the ranch for you! Improvements- There are several improvements on this beautiful ranch including the 7,800 square foot main home, the air conditioned and heated shop building that is 40x125x12 feet, an 800 foot victorian building, a workshop that is 100x20 foot with attached storage buiding that is 20x50x20 foot, a 14 stall horse barn that is 36x156x12 foot that includes an office and bathroom, a covered riding arena that is 100x225x16 foot, three steel sheds with gutters that were built in 2003 and an overhead feeder in the cow lot, a 200x400 foot roping arena with pipe fencing and the foremans home. A pond in the backyard of the main home on the home section, two small lakes on the nine sections, Bealls creek run through the property from west to east and there are 19 dirt tanks. Price: $5,500,000

South Mountain Ranch

3,840Âą Acres | Howard County Property ID: 1021591 South Mountain Ranch is a six section ranch that has incredible elevation changes due to South Mountain. The views from the top of the mountain are absolutely breathtaking, all in native pasture. The cattle are watered by 100 acre evaporation lake, known as The Red River Reserve Lake that is owned by the Colorado River Municipal Water District.

There are four wind generators that are included in the purchase of the property that provide an income of approximately $35,000- $40,000 annually. The wind generators encompass approximately 80 acres that includes the top of South Mountain. There is a substation included on the 80 acres that provides an income of $4,000 annually at the base of South Mountain. This is a ranch that has excellent hunting including deer, turkey, blue and bobwhite quail. An oil top road leads to the entrance of the ranch, and there is an excellent rock road leading from the entrance of the property to the top of South Mountain. Wildlife includes deer, turkey, blues and bobwhite quail. There is a 100 acre Red River Reserve Lake owned by the Colorado River Municipal Water District and community water supply. All wind rights and wind generators. No hydrocarbons with the ranch. South Mountain Ranch is approximately 20 miles south of Interstate 20. Price: $2,304,000 162

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www.LoneStarBCS.com | chad@lonestarbcs.com | (979) 229-7015 Chad Wootan | 406 Tarrow | College Station, Texas 77840

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90± Acres | Brazos County | Property ID: 1102657 Beautiful 90 acres with stunning better than new 6521 square-foot home. Four bedrooms, three full baths and two half baths. Gorgeous custom-built home with stone exterior, metal roof and huge front and back porches. Custom cabinets and trim throughout, with too many details to list. Chef’s kitchen has a huge island and 48” commercial grade stainless range. Two full offices, game room and media room.

Property includes 50’ x 70’ barn, pond stocked with fish and lots of custom hay fields. Great fishing and hunting! Price: $1,795,000

4589 Sendera

7.5± Acres | Brazos County | Property ID: 1102673

Absolutely stunning home on 7.5± acres! Enjoy the beautiful country living in prestigious Sendera Estates. This home has every detail imaginable from the rock exterior, designer lighting, unique wood floors, antiqued cabinetry, soaring ceilings with wood details, antiqued metal tin ceiling on front and back porches, to the large oak trees, energy efficient foam insulation and tank-less water heaters, multi-use barn and professional landscaping! Price: $639,900

13637 CR 175

72.7± Acres | Grimes County | Property ID: 1099156 Beautiful, historic 72± acres established in 1851. Texas Century Ranch member. Great mix of wooded and open space. Gorgeous weekend ranch or cattle/horse operation.

Come see real Texas history. Turn of the century house, two ponds, hand dug well, hay field and barn. Must see to appreciate the beauty and history! Price: $425,000

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www.RioRanchSales.com | ryan@rioranchsales.com | (956) 605-7258 Ryan Foster | 1624 S Paloma | Harlingen, Texas 78552

South Texas Premium Fairchase 2,130± Acres | Kenedy County Property ID: 1098738

Just north of Raymondville, Texas off Highway 77.

(Bordering the famed King Ranch on the West and North side) This is by far one of the best low-fenced ranches in deep south Texas to hit the market. This is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase an incredible ranch that has been in the same family for over four generations. It is prime south Texas habitat with an abundance of game and is entirely fair chase!

This prime 2130± acres is completely low-fenced and is teaming with wildlife! This ranch offers incredible quail habitat along with tons of whitetail deer, Nilgai, turkey, Javelina and hogs. There are around six water wells located on the property, both windmills and submersible pumps supply water throughout the ranch. There are several large ponds on the property some are stocked with fish.

Ranch has electric gate entry with a paved frontage.

Great all weather access roads. Nice comfortable Lodge set up in a courtyard style setting, small three bedroom house, giant concrete floor barn with office.

This incredible property is a great opportunity to purchase a low-fenced, fair chase ranch bordering the Norias division of the King Ranch for over five miles! no minerals convey. Possible owner finance.

This ranch has never been on the market and is a must see!! Price: $7,500,000

Starr County Turn-Key Ranch

400± Acres | Starr County | Property ID: 1094857 40 minutes from Mcallen, Texas, this property is a beautiful mix of native brush and semi open country. This ranch has plenty of giant whitetail deer and lots of game birds. The improvements on the ranch consist of a brand new two bedroom one bath furnished custom home, small enclosed barn, two ponds, city water, one water well, two food plots, four protein feeders, nice blinds, watering stations, and two deer breeding pens. The house area is landscaped with native butterfly garden plants and bird feeders, and is absolutely breathtaking with the abundance of beautiful butterflies that are present. This is a must see for any wildlife enthusiast looking for the perfect combination of ranchland. Additional adjoining acreage is available. 40 Minutes from Mcallen, Texas Price: $1,320,000 164

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www.TXSportingProperties.com | blastandcast@sbcglobal.net | (214) 207-8871 Tom Stephenson | 3508 Greenville Avenue #31 | Dallas, Texas 75206

Colorado River ranch

1,336Âą Acres | McCullough County Property ID: 1102637

4.3 miles of Colorado River frontage. 1,336 acres with 4,000 square-foot limestone ranch house, breezeway, 1,600 square-foot guest quarters, four bedrooms, six baths, garage, carport, all one continuous steel frame under 20,000 square-foot metal roof, with 12 foot high wraparound porch. Plus large implement shed with enclosed shop, covered kennels with carport. City and river water to all. Ten tanks, two large ponds with genetically tested Florida bass. Various elevation changes, live oaks, highlyimproved pastures, grasses, roads, fences. Deer, turkey, quail, dove, etc. Hwy frontage, just 30 minutes from Brownwood, Coleman, Brady. Call Tom at 214-207-8871

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www.WallerCountyLand.com | broker@wallercountyland.com | (936) 372-9181 (979) 826-4133 PO Box 1274 | 40040 Hempstead Highway | Waller, Texas 77484

Easy Access to Highway 290

County Charmer

This convenient location features a three-bedroom two-and-a-half bath main home with a two-car garage and lush landscaping plus a four-bedroom two-and-a-half bath second home. This property also includes a 30x60 pull through barn with two offices, concrete floor and 12x60 covered extension, two ponds, improved pastures, water to all pastures, fenced and cross-fenced. All in a secluded and private setting just five minutes from Highway 290.

Price: $1,144,000

A secluded 2,413 square foot three-bedroom, twoand-a-half bath home is situated in the middle of this unrestricted 41 scenic acres. Beautifully designed gardens and landscaping, extensive lighting, pool with waterfall, conversation pool, BBQ patio, covered party pavilion and a 30-zone sprinkler system. There is a three-bedroom, one-bath guest quarters/office, a shop with concrete floor, two greenhouses, stocked lake, scattered trees, hay meadow and some woods.

A rare find! Price: $679,000

Double Vision Ranch

Hegar Road Ranch

The classic New England Salt Box structure features a first class stable on the ground floor and an impressive one-of-a-kind three-bedroom, two-bath home on the second floor. Loaded with custom features and architectural elements you won’t find anywhere else, this home boasts impeccable taste throughout. The stable features six 12x12 stalls and a 12x24 foaling stall, air conditioned tack room, half bath, shower, wash rack and a concrete center isle that offers garage space for three vehicles. It is fenced and cross-fenced with scattered trees, a lighted J. W. Hall 90 foot round pen, lighted roping arena, paddocks and “no climb” horse wire on all perimeter fencing. Price: $699,000

Located just one mile from Houston Oaks Country Club, this beautiful ranch features a 4,536 square foot, three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath main residence with covered porches and an attached three-car carport. The property includes two guest homes, a six-stall horse barn, equipment shed with tack room and two-bedroom, one-bath living quarters, huge hay barn, 11 run-in sheds, large lighted arena, four ponds, open pastures, scattered trees, a large hay meadow, gently rolling terrain, gated entrance and extensive fencing and cross-fencing. This scenic property has 2,300 foot frontage on Hegar Road and 800 foot frontage on Margestadt Road.

Price: $4,100,000

52± Acres | Harris County Property ID: 663425

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41± Acres | Waller County Property ID: 991316

272± Acres | Waller County Property ID: 1076789

Oak Creek Ranch

411± Acres | Waller County Property ID: 1018452 Stately two-story, five-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath farmhouse was built around 1960. It boasts large rooms, covered porches and needs some updating. This property is gently rolling with lots of wildlife, beautiful views and many choice homesites.

It is fenced and cross-fenced with a 12-stall barn, a large implement storage/hay barn with loafing shed, wooded areas, open pastures, a live running creek and six ponds. This unrestricted property fronts two roads and has great potential for a country subdivision or a magnificent location for your new country home. Price: $10,500 per acre

TJM Ranch

350± Acres | Waller County Property ID: 1092233 The long paved tree-lined drive leads to a sprawling 5,773 square foot main residence with six bedrooms, five full baths, attached fully equipped guest suite, attached three-car carport, full wraparound covered porch and a heated pool and spa.

The property includes a three-bedroom, one-bath guest cottage with pool, a two-bedroom, one-bath 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.

Price: $4,100,000

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Cleghorn Ranch

575Âą Acres | Bastrop County | Property ID: 1069229

Extraordinary opportunity to own a turnkey game hunting and deer breeding ranch located one hour from Austin and two hours from Houston. This diverse and versatile ranch enjoys the perfect combination of picturesque lakes, improved pastures, grassy meadows and heavy wooded areas for wildlife. Several wet weather creeks traverse the ranch along with accessible roads and trails throughout. Improvements include a one story house, guest cabins, equipment barn and horse barn. Central to the deer breeding business is a 20-acre facility with pens, deer handler, and treatment and recovery rooms along with quest quarters, game room and office. 500 acres is high fenced with many varieties of exotics and genetically improved whitetail. For an additional price, owner will sell 110Âą DNA registered whitetail bred to top producing trophy sires (Maxbo, Maxbo 727, Energizer, Express and Kid Rock) Please call for more information. Price $7,000,000

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www.PBushongRealEstate.com | janebrown@hctc.net | (830) 640-3383 Perry Bushong/Broker | Jane Bushong Brown/Broker Associate | 661 Bushong Rd | Mountain Home, Texas 78058

Pinon Pass Ranch

4,048± Acres | Edwards County | Property ID: 1020845 Pinon Pass is located 30 miles west of Rocksprings in an area offering some of the most reasonably priced land in the Hill Country.

The headquarters consists of a wonderful old three-bedroom, twobath ranch house of native rock with new electrical wiring and plumbing; a charming guest house; barns and pens; three wells. Beautiful pinon trees dot the landscape, giving the ranch its name. $1,275 per acre. The 1,073-acre pasture on the south end of this ranch is available by itself for $1,200 per acre. Price: $5,161,200

CRD Ranch

529± Acres | Edwards County | Property ID: 1039000

This great game ranch is located in northeastern Edwards County, just across the Kerr County line in the area known as the Divide. Hunting opportunities abound for whitetail, axis, fallow, sika, blackbuck, turkey and hogs.

The ranch has a very comfortable, newly remodeled three-bedroom, two-bath mobile home with a large deck shaded by beautiful live oaks, two water wells, game fence and good road system. Not part of a subdivision and no deed restrictions.

Price: $1,150,575

Blessings Ranch

869± Acres | Edwards County | Property ID: 1073294 Blessings Ranch is located in southwestern Edwards County 20 miles north of Brackettville. Hunting in this area is excellent for whitetail, axis and turkey.

The ranch has a 40' x 60' metal building and two water wells with electricity currently being brought in.

There are simply amazing views and beautiful valleys at $1,225 per acre.

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D H L a n d C o m pa n y

www.DHLandCompany.com | dh_land_company@yahoo.com | (512) 752-3800 Terri Harris/Broker | 101 West Main Street | Lometa, Texas 76853

Simms Creek Retreat

44± Acres | Lampasas County | Property ID: 1083763 Great weekend getaway or permanent home with approximately one-third mile of Simms Creek! Deer haven with wonderful cover along creek. Nice beautiful scattered oaks surround the edge of the property, which includes a lovely 1930s Craftsmanstyled cottage. The cottage is very quaint with two bedrooms, one bath, fireplace, and hardwood floors. Sit on the covered rear deck and watch the deer play, look at the stars! Peaceful country living only 15 minutes to Lampasas! Price: $325,000

H e r b s t R e al E s t a t e S e r v iC ce osm, p ianncy. N a m e

www.WebAddress.com herbstres@sbcglobal.net | Name@WebAddress.com | (512) 768-3401 | (123) 456-7890 Dennis Herbst | 16648 N Highway 281 | Suite 103 Broker | Lampasas, Name | 123 TexasStreet 76550 | City, TX 77777

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Simms Creek

262± Acres | Lampasas County | Property ID: 464070 Lampasas County ranch covered with wild game. Deer, turkey, hogs and dove. This 262± acre tract is bisected by Simms Creek which runs except during extreme drought conditions. The property features varied terrain from open fields for food plots, to wooded creek bottoms to rough cedar hills. There is a covered RV hookup, water well and a historic old log barn. Look around you will not find a better creek property for the money at $3,750 per acre. Price: $982,500

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H o l c o m b e R e a l E s tat e

www.Har.com/Holcombe | greg@salemagnolia.com | (281) 259-8151 | (713) 248-0407 Greg Holcome/Broker | 6910 FM 1488 #4 | Magnolia, Texas 77354

Morgan Ranch

56± Acres | Grimes County | Property ID: 1023793

This 56±-acre cattle/horse ranch includes a custom built 3,500-square-foot, three-bedroom home with formal living and dining, family room and media room. Attached by the breezeway you will find your private office and a private guest room with separate entrance from the main house. Horses will enjoy ten-stall barn with concrete alley way, tack room, office and hay loft. The lighted arena is set up perfectly with chutes and pens for Ranch Rodeos. four-bay tractor barn includes tool area and fuel tanks for all your farm equipment. Income producing hay pastures provide two to three cuts per year. Price: $1,199,000.00

Keller Williams Pearland

www.KW.com | hallbritton@kw.com | (832) 657-4185 Heidi Allbritton | 2734 Sunrise Blvd. #208 | Pearland, Texas 77584

209 Acre Hunting/Cattle Ranch 209± Acres | Liberty County Property ID: 1083778

209± acres with an exotic animal hunting ranch and cattle ranch. There are two dwellings on this property. High-fenced for axis deer and white tail deer. Miniature donkeys and black angus cattle live on this ranch. Looking for a business that gives you the opportunity to be outdoors? Look no further. Property has an ag tax exemption status. Look through the pictures again, Can’t you see yourself living here?

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S t e p h e n s R a n c h H a n d R e a l E s tat e

www.RanchHandRealEstate.com | tlee@web-access.net | (325) 647-5461 Teresa Stephens Lee | 500 Early Boulevard | Early, Texas 76802

The Stone Ranch

981± Acres | Brown County Property ID: 420612 The Stone Ranch is 981± acres of the best Texas has to offer with its greatest attribute being a 29± acre lake fed by Clear Creek. As you approach the lake, the magnitude of the crystal clear water and tree-covered shoreline will take your breath away. The lake has a rocky, rugged shoreline with oaks and elms and another flat shore with grassy tree-covered areas perfect for picnicking. Fishing is excellent with huge catfish and other fish varieties, including bass, crappie and perch. Near the lake is a three-bedroom, one-bath hunter’s cabin with electricity. Clear Creek, a live water creek, runs completely through the property. In one area, the creek bottom is solid rock with one side having high bluffs with beautiful rock formations with mixed native vegetation and trees providing cover along the creek. Another creek winds through the property with deep pools of water for wildlife and livestock. A large pond,“The Catfish Pond”, is at the bottom of the high ridge that runs the length of the ranch. The ranch has diverse terrain with a ridge that offers tremendous views, deep draws and two areas of cultivation for food plots. Tree cover is excellent with live oaks, post oaks, elms and mesquites being the predominate trees found on the ranch. An abundance of deer and turkey, along with quail and dove, make for an awesome hunting experience. The Stone Ranch has been in the same family for 105 years and is one of the finest ranches offered for sale in Texas. All owned mineral, wind and water rights will convey. www.TheStoneRanch.com. Price: $3,919,095

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James Ahern Jr

James L Ahern Jr Ranch Sales African Elephant 2012

J o h n n y C ava z o s

Al Philip

Kuper Ranch Sales 52 lb. King Salmon, Kenai, Alaska

Rio Ranch Sales Redfish on South Padre Island

The Texas Ranch Company 168” Saskatchewan Whitetail Harvested with a bow, 2011 in 17 degrees

M at t M a n n

J e ff B o s w e l l

Republic Ranches Duck Hunt on Split Oak Club in Danbury, Texas

R a n d y C a d wa l l a d e r

Kuper Ranch Sales 7 foot, 160 lb alligator gar, Bow-fishing on the Frio River, La Salle County, TX

R ya n F o s t e r

La Gloria Land Company With wife, Kiva, after hunting for her first turkey at their ranch in George West, TX

R o b e rt D u l l n i g Kuper Ranch Sales

T a mm y & J a m e s K i n g King Land & Water

Jonas Helm

S h e l ly M o s c h a k

5 Star County Properties Family Vacation at Rough Creek Ranch

Jane Morgan

Jane Morgan Farm & Ranch Real Estate In the White Mountain Wilderness in NM with her horse, Domino, June 2012

Helm Land & Cattle David Little Real Estate On the podium in the 2010 Vegas to Reno off-road race

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Dane Mount

Davis Vernon Real Estate Mule Deer in Motley County, Texas 2010

Holcombe Real Estate Fishing on East Bay

J i m B r o s ch e

D av i d F a u s t

BriggsFreeman/Sotheby’s Int’l Realty Cowboy Spring Gathering 2012

Keller Williams Farm & Ranch Group Desert Big horn killed in Sonora, Mexico, completing a 25 year quest of North American wild sheep & finishing his Grand Slam, March 2012

Rob Wilson

Wilson-Jones Properties, Inc. 800 lb Black Marlin caught in the waters of Cabo San Lucas 2011

Ken Hoerster

M a rk C o l e m a n

Texas Farms and Ranches Elk hunting Colorado in 2010

Texas Ranches for Sale On top of Enchanted Rock with girlfriend, Lauren

Jane Bushong Brown Perry Bushong Real Estate Fly fishing with son, Cole, on the Snake River in Wyoming

Linda D Jones

Wilson-Jones Properties, Inc. Hiking in northern New Mexico

R i ck D o a k

Keller Williams Farm & Ranch Group Feeding cows on ranch 2012

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Big League Ranches

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DH L a n d C o m pa n y

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Briggs Freeman Land Division

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Chas. S. Middleton & Son

Foster Farm & Ranch

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H e r b s t R e a l E s tat e S e rv i c e s

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P e r r y B u s h o n g R e a l E s tat e

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K e ll e r W i ll i a m s R e a l t y L u x u ry / F a r m & R a n c h

P h y ll i s B r o w n i n g C o m p a n y

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R e n o R e a lt y G r o u p

T e x a s S p o rt i n g P r o p e rt i e s

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R e p u bl i c R a n c h e s

T h e C o u n t ry C o n n e c t i o n D av e P e r r y - M i ll e r & A ss o c i a t e s

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Rio Ranch Sales

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Texas Best Ranches,

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