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BURGHER� RAY RANCH SALES

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SHOULD I GET INTO THE CATTLE BUSINESS? PUT IT ON PAPER WHEN LEASING PASTURE BRUSH MANAGEMENT FOR WILDLIFE

EMINENT DOMAIN CHANGING THE LANDSCAPE BROKER SPOTLIGHT TREY HALLMARK & KEVIN MEIER TWA MEMBER SPOTLIGHT TINA BUFORD

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19 BROKER SPOTLIGHT

It is no secret that Trip duPerier, the Texas Landman, knows how to sell ranches. As part of the duPerier team, Trey Hallmark and Kevin Meier have worked with—and learned from— Trip for more than a decade.

24 PUT IN ON PAPER

When leasing pasture, protect yourself with a written agreement

32 36 EMINENT DOMAIN

For many landowners, eminent domain isn’t an abstract legal construct, but a force that alters their land and their lives

40 TWA MEMBER PROFILE

Tina Buford: A Passion for Land & Family

51 REGIONAL PROPERTY INDEX

28 SHOULD I GET INTO THE CATTLE BUSINESS?

It is recommended that landowners don’t buy cattle without first studying the business

32 BRUSH MANAGEMENT

“Measure twice, cut once” is good advice for carpenters -- and for landowners who are considering brush management 2

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Sited between Ft. Davis and El Paso, just a short distance from the world-famous waters of the fabulous Rio Grande, Indian Hot Springs Ranch is a ranch without equal.

SHOWCASE PROPERTIES 72 PINTO CREEK RANCH

2,447± Acres | Kinney County | Ahern Ranches

76 MORNING STAR RANCH

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78 LOS CAÑONES RANCH

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80 SHIN OAK RANCH

4,608± Acres | Kerr County | Hood Real Estate

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82 RIO ESCONDIDO

370± Acres | Gillespie County | Phyllis Browning CO

84 TWIN CREEKS RANCH 640± Acres | Burnet County Ranch Investments

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INNER LAND STEWARD EDITOR

I’m a mountain girl and a southern belle. I live in Colorado now, but spent most of my life in Mississippi. Y’all is integral part of my vocabulary.

I’ve never been a ranch girl, but I’ve got a strong itch to be. Something about the open spaces. The livestock. The wildlife. The independent heritage just strikes a chord.

In my job, I’ve been fortunate to cross paths with ranchers and I’ve come to realize something along the way. Ranchland is home to more than cattle, sheep, goats, horses, wildlife and the families who care for them. Open space ranchland is home to the ecological processes that our very lives depend on. Land not only produces food and fiber, but clean water, clean air and habitat. Ranchland is home to the vistas that feed our collective soul.

Ranch owners take great pride in being stewards and taking care of their land. I think it’s exciting that Lands of Texas Magazine plays a role in passing land from one set of caring hands to another. That thought…that promise for the future… makes the deadline pressure worthwhile.

In this issue, I hope you find the piece of property that brings your inner land steward out.

Lauret Jarvis Editor-in-Chief

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INDIAN HOT SPRINGS RANCH Old Time Ranch on the Rio Grande

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

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

From behind the Indian Hot Springs Hotel, the mountains of Mexico rise from the horizon in a stunning natural backdrop mirrored in the natural native elements showcased through the handcrafted architecture. Originally constructed in the 1920s and partially restored in recent years, the masonry hotel is within a stone’s throw of the Rio Grande and once connected to the small quaint Mexican village of Ojo Caliente on the Mexican side of the river via swinging bridge. Electricity is provided by Rio Grande Electric Coop and Dell Telephone currently serves the ranch with fiber optic cable buried and ready to be powered. In addition to the two homes, the ranch also affords two adjacent duplex apartments and a privates cantina (saloon) for guests to enjoy and relax amidst the beauty of the Rio Grande Valley.

Featuring 6,400 breathtaking acres and an elevation of over 3,000 feet, the Indian Hot Springs Ranch is more than just a place to see, but a place to experience. At the hotel spa, one will find picturesque landscapes, intriguing historical sites and naturally heated waters that flow throughout the property. When the first white explorers came to this part of the valley of the Rio Grande, they found stone troughs that were hand-dug by prehistoric people. These troughs, strategically located around the warm springs, provided both access and enjoyment of the therapeutic waters.

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“bathtubs” for bathing in the waters and considered them to be enchanted liquids capable of miraculous healing. For centuries, Indian warriors came to recover from their battles and rest up from their forays across both sides of the border. Centuries later, many visitors over the years have written testaments to the to the hot springs’ soothing, calming and even healing effects while they were guests at the ranch.

Ranging between 117°F and 81°F, the eight springs that give Indian Hot Springs Ranch include: Soda Spring, a cold spring, lies on the northernmost end of the ranch; Beauty or Horse Trough Spring lies north of the hotel building near the entrance; Chief Spring, the largest spring, is pumped into the bathhouse; Squaw Spring was used by Indian women; Dynamite Spring was dynamited in the 1970s in an attempt to increase the flow; Stump Spring is used in the wading pools; Mexican Spring was used for many years by people crossing the nearby Rio Grande; and Masons or Fishing Hole Spring is the farthest east of the springs.

In addition to the springs, two wells supply fresh water to the ranch along with Rio Grande water rights for two large duck ponds.

Though no minerals are available, the ranch offers a wealth of native vegetation and wildlife. The diverse foliage includes plenty of salt cedar, mesquite and cacti, along with many varieties of grasses and shrubs that provide wonderful cover for the plentiful game that call Indian Spring Ranch home. Aoudad, javelina, whitetail deer, mule deer, bobwhite quail and dove roam the ranch, and a wide variety of migratory birds use the ponds as they traverse the West Texas flyway. This wellmaintained ranch has been slightly hunted and has an excellent feeding program in place.

Even with the majestic beauty of the distant mountains, the plethora of native wildlife and the prime Rio Grande locale, the area

of Indian Hot Springs Ranch has long been coveted not just for its physical amenities, but the spirit of its springs. From generals who led Buffalo Soldiers across the valley to modern doctors of El Paso interested in their healing properties, the mystery of the ranch’s waters has inspired many to invest in this area and discover the truth behind the legend. This unique opportunity allows you to discover the beauty— and perhaps the mystery—of Indian Hot Springs Ranch.

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It is no secret that Trip duPerier, the Texas Landman, knows how to sell ranches. As part of the duPerier team, Trey Hallmark and Kevin Meier have worked with— and learned from—Trip for more than a decade. Their professional relationship, built on shared knowledge and experience, has translated into ranch sales that consistently close over $300 million annually. While the destination to become top ranch brokers was the same, their paths to get there were different.

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“We build strong relationships with our clients, so when they decide they want another property they call us,” Trey said. “When those calls come, we jump in the truck and go spend a week looking at options.

We travel, so we know first-hand what’s available and what will fit our clients’ needs.”

The second part of the client care equation is market knowledge.

“In order to really serve your clients, you have to know the market—what’s out there, what’s for sale, what it sold for, and what the values are,” he said.

The third part of the superlative customer service is promptness.

Trey grew up in a real estate family with both parents working in the industry. His mother, Susan Hallmark, ran Hallmark Bradfield, which at one point was San Antonio’s largest real estate company.

“All I ever knew was real estate, which meant I always knew my career would be in real estate,” said Trey, who graduated from TCU. “It wasn’t until I finished my undergraduate degree along with the TCU Ranch Management program that I knew I wanted to sell ranches instead of houses.”

Kevin said, “When clients are interested in land, promptness is essential. You can’t wait around for things to happen. You have to take care of the details, even if it means staying up round-the-clock, to get the deal done.”

Kevin and Trey have mastered these crucial details giving them the opportunity to work with exceptional properties and interesting people.

Most recently, Kevin was involved in selling the “Old Hendricks Boys’ Ranch” near Stamford, which was held in a trust managed by JP Morgan. The 43,000-acre property boasts 36 miles of the Clear Fork of the Brazos River running through it.

Kevin, who graduated from Texas A&M in 1995 with a degree in wildlife biology came to ranch real estate through his career as a wildlife biologist. Wildlife management kept him on the land and in touch with people who wanted to buy it and sell it. He devoted a lot of time and expertise to obtaining wildlife management permits for landowners from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

“Showing a state biologist around a ranch for permitting purposes requires a different depth of knowledge than showing a ranch to a potential client,” Kevin, who owns five working farms and ranches, said. “The key to my success is the in-depth knowledge I have about land. I’m not a salesman by any means, but I really do know dirt— and clients appreciate that.”

After years of being an informal advisor and with Trip’s urging, Kevin joined the duPerier team full time as a ranch realtor in 2011.

While the team first staked its claim in Texas, the brokerage also works in New Mexico and the western mountain states. The overall goal is delivering exactly what the client wants.

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“There was a lot of history on that ranch, so it was fulfilling to be involved in writing its next chapter,” he said.

clients are purchasing property.

Trey said, “Of course I find the land interesting, but it’s really about the people for me.” In his career he’s represented high-profile clients including singers, actors, professional athletes, owners of major vineyards, and stables that house Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes winners.

“I’ve watched real estate for 20 years,” he said. “In the nineties, urban Texans, particularly Houstonites, were buying ranches for recreation, shifting land use from agriculture to recreation.

In the past three years though, people have been interested in properties with cultivatable fields, irrigation, or productive cattle country.”

Ranch real estate involves both natural resources and people, so there is a level of unpredictability that makes the job unlike any other.

He continued, “I think part of the change comes from global unrest. People want to be able to be more self-sufficient.”

On one occasion, Trey was showing a ranch in far west Texas when a mountain lion began to trail the group. The lion seemingly had a meal on its mind and followed a bit too closely for everyone’s comfort. Fortunately, Trey was prepared with a sidearm and dispatched the mountain lion before tragedy could occur.

Both men are bullish on the industry and its prospects as 2015 unfolds. According to Kevin, the market is strong.

While the land always has a story, the people do as well.

“I sold the ranch, then had the mountain lion mounted as a gift to the ranch’s new owner,” Trey said.

One of Kevin’s most memorable experiences occurred in east Texas as he was showing a 5,500-acre timber tract in San Jacinto County. Despite assurances from the land manager that the property was not being actively hunted, Kevin kept seeing signs of hunting activity, including blinds, filled deer feeders, and human tracks throughout.

Taking the manager at his word, Kevin brought potential clients to the land, relaying the information the land was not being hunted. When the group started to tour one of the property’s cabins, they came face to face with hunters.

“Apparently, the manager had been claiming ownership of the property and leasing it out to hunters unbeknownst to the actual landowner,” Kevin said. “It was definitely one of the most awkward and uncomfortable moments in my career.”

As industry veterans, Trey and Kevin have witnessed changes through the years. According to Trey, the biggest changes are due to technological advancement.

“For years, we worked with spiral notebooks and number two pencils,” Trey said. “Nothing is the same now.

Technology has changed the way we do everything from mapping properties to marketing them. Wireless internet, portability of our personal computers, social media and numerous other developments have revolutionized the industry.”

Kevin, on the other hand, noted changes in the reasons

“Last year, while our third quarter was successful, the fourth quarter exceeded that success,” he said.

“This year already is following the fourth quarter trend.”

Trey noted the benefit of being in Texas.

“I think Texas and what we’ve done in the past 10 years as far as job creation and the economy compared to other states is pretty much what has kept the country going,” Trey said. “We have strong personal property rights and people moving in for tax purposes. I might be nervous if I were any place else, but I feel good about being in Texas.”

Owning land anywhere in Texas makes good financial sense.

Kevin said, “It’s a tangible asset, but it can’t be reproduced.

I personally invest in land. There’s no one in New York City who is going to turn around tomorrow and tell me that it’s only worth a dollar an acre. Unlike the stock market, there is a real market where I can take land any day of the week and get a fair market price.”

Trey added, “Land, especially in Texas, is always likely to be an appreciable asset. Buy the right piece of land at the right price and it will appreciate over time. Plus, there are tax benefits and a potential of enterprises from livestock to wildlife.”

Owning land in Texas also makes sense on an emotional level. It gives people a place to put down roots.

“The biggest benefit of land ownership is the lifestyle that comes with it—the ability to go outdoors and be on the land, working it and eventually becoming part of it,” Trey said. “It grounds people in everything that is important.”

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The rest of the story . . . . .

KEVIN MEIER Born: Texas City, Texas 1972 Parents: Ronald and Sheila Meier Wife: Julie Meier Children: Garrett 12, Lauren 8 College: Texas A & M, Degree in Wildlife Biology What is the thing in life you are most proud of?

My wife and my kids.

If you had to pick another career, what would you do?

I got where I am today by working hard my whole life. If somebody said I couldn’t sell ranches anymore, I think I would go back to farming, ranching and being a wildlife biologist. Frankly, if there were something else I wanted to do, I’d be doing it.

What is your favorite thing about Texas?

The wide open spaces. I drive all over the state from ranch to ranch.

When I get on these small highways or farm-to-market roads, I can focus on my job, the ranch, or just the beauty around me. I don’t have to contend with city chaos or traffic hassles. That’s what I love.

My Favorite Restaurant: Don Shula’s in Key West Road: Highway 16 Body of Water: Guadalupe River “Watering” Hole: Dixie Chicken in College Station Dance Hall: The Cabaret in Bandera Secret Spot: My shop (I enjoy building things.)

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I would say my family. I was probably the last person anyone thought would settle down and have a family. I waited a long time to do it. I work very hard to play very hard and I’m not home very often. I have a great wife who understands who I am and how I operate. She deserves a lot of credit.

If you had to pick another career, what would you do?

I’d be a professional golfer. I was probably good enough to make it, but I had a really big problem with hunting and fishing. I never focused on golf enough to see to what level I could take my game.

There are a lot of fellows who I used to beat in college who are making significant money on the Tour right now.

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When Leasing Pasture, Protect Yourself With a Written Agreement

t’s not uncommon for ranchers to do business on a handshake, especially when the business seems fairly straightforward, such as leasing pasture to or from a neighbor.

But verbal agreements don’t always work out, notes agricultural law expert Tiffany Dowell Lashmet. When you’re negotiating a pasture lease, the details of the agreement need to be in writing, and the document should be reviewed by an attorney and signed by both the lessor and lessee.

“When a problem arises, the lack of a written lease agreement can cause major problems for both parties involved,” says Dowell Lashmet, assistant professor and Extension specialist in agricultural law with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.

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“My advice to all producers is to take the time and invest the money to ensure that all leases are in writing and are reviewed by an attorney. Obtaining a written lease incurs legal fees, but the cost spent to have an attorney review a lease will likely be much less than the costs spent to resolve a dispute down the road,” she says.

West Texas lawyer and ranch owner Kaye Edwards agrees.

In the past six years, she has leased pastureland in Concho County to two different cattlemen who were both excellent tenants. Still, as an attorney who has practiced real estate law, Edwards didn’t risk not having a lease agreement. She developed a simple three-page document that clearly defines the rights and obligations of both the lessor and the lessee.

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stand it, and to know that I’m not misleading them,” says Edwards, who practices law in San Angelo.

for example, might require more grass than a herd of smaller-framed Angus cows, Dowell Lashmet points out.

From a lender’s perspective, a simple written lease is superior to a verbal agreement, according to Edwards’ loan officer, Brian Meeks, San Angelo branch manager with Central Texas Farm Credit.

Edwards’ lease permits cattle, sheep or goats to be pastured on her land. She was concerned about overgrazing, and therefore stipulated that overgrazing would be determined by the standard recommendations of the local USDA office.

“A written lease can document and verify a loan applicant’s annual income or annual expense, along with the term of the lease and other conditions between the lessor and lessee. This can be important information in making loan decisions and qualifying loan applicants,” Meeks says. “A written lease can also be used to avoid conflicts in the future when conditions or ownerships change.”

A written lease may include a range of legal considerations, from dispute resolution clauses and attorney fee provisions to confidentiality clauses. Following are some of the key terms to consider when drafting a grazing or bull lease.

TERM OF THE LEASE Specify the beginning and termination dates and under what conditions, if any, the lease may be extended after a certain period.

Edwards’ lease can be terminated after one year by either party with 90 days’ written notice. Her lessee has the option to renew the lease for one year under renegotiated terms. Also, the lease can be terminated by either party if water is not available.

PAYMENT OF RENT

LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION Consider terms addressing both parties’ liability and indemnification obligations to each other should a problem arise.

For example, if a leased bull injures someone, will the bull owner or the lessee be liable? If the lessee digs a posthole and someone steps in it, will the landowner or the lessee be liable?

MAINTENANCE OF FIXED ASSETS Determine which party is responsible for maintaining fixed assets, such as houses, barns, fences and wells. Usually, says Edwards, “somebody already in agriculture has the mind-set to take care of the land, more so than a hunter would.” Still, it should be stated in the lease agreement.

Another consideration involves permanent structures that remain with the property after a lease terminates. If a lessee intends to build a barn, for instance, he may want to ask the landowner to pay for materials, and the landowner may want to have input on how the barn is designed.

Detail how the rent will be calculated. Rent for most grazing leases is calculated on a per-acre, per-head or per-animal unit basis. Most bull leases require the rent to be paid monthly. A lease should also specify payment details, including due date, form of payment and late payment penalties.

TRANSFERABILITY

DESCRIPTION OF LEASE SUBJECT

CARE OF LIVESTOCK

Describe the subject of the lease and any limitations. For example, if a party leases 100 acres of land but does not intend to use a particular 10-acre field on the property, this limitation should be spelled out in the lease.

Address issues related to transferability. Is subleasing permitted?

Is consent from the landowner required before a sublease may be entered? What are the lessee’s rights if the property is sold during the lease term? These questions are important to both parties.

If part of a lease requires one of the parties to care for another’s livestock, spell out the expectations in detail in the written lease.

Spell out limitations on activities that the lessee may engage in, such as hunting, and by which roads or methods the property may be accessed. If limitations are not listed in a written lease, they do not exist. Edwards, for example, specified that her lessee cannot remove mesquite wood from the property.

One producer’s idea of feeding sufficient hay may be very different from another’s. Unfortunately, this issue can arise when cattle are not adequately cared for, according to Dowell Lashmet. She notes that some leases offer an incentive to a caregiver for providing a high standard of care. For example, if the breeding rate on heifers is over a certain percentage or if calves exceed a certain weight gain per day, the caregiver will receive an additional amount in rent payment.

STOCKING RATES AND DISASTER CONTINGENCIES

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Specify the allowed stocking rates and include contingencies in case a drought or fire occurs during the lease. It should determine who will make the decision to reduce the stocking rate and spell out the period of notice required before the lessee has to remove livestock if this situation arises.

Similarly, it is important to determine the species and breed of animal that will be allowed on leased grazing land. Charolais cows,

For more information: • Download the Texas Grazing Lease checklist at http://bit.ly/AgriLifeBookstore.

• Check out sample lease forms at aglease101.org.

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ROUNDUP

Should I Get into the Cattle Business?

BY ROBERT FEARS

Many people, who buy rural land, use it for wildlife management or for simply, relaxation. Until now most of these landowners had no intention of raising cattle, but they may be changing their minds. Cattle are selling for unusually high prices and cattle ranchers are making money. These conditions promote incentives for people to enter the cattle business. It is recommended, however, that landowners don’t buy cattle without first studying the business. It would be wise to thoroughly explore the question, “Should I get into the cattle business?”

The ideas presented in this article were adapted from a presentation given several times by Drs. Rick Machen and Ron Gill during annual Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Courses. Machen and Gill are livestock specialists with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. The title of their presentation is Retiring to Ranching.

COMMUNICATION IS ESSENTIAL If land was bought as a place to spend leisure time, conflicts of interests may develop by entering the cattle business. There is always something to be done on a beef cattle ranch – stock to tend, water to check, and fence to mend or build. Property owners need to enter ranching with eyes wide open and have a plan to balance ranch responsibilities with dreams of leisure. Ranching can be strenuous and require a substantial amount of hours; so we should make sure we have the physical health, energy and time to manage a cattle business.

It is critically important that we share the same or parallel goals with our spouse, not only for the ranch, but also for life off the property as well. Fishing and shopping may not conflict. A ten-day cruise and heifer calving season are conflicting opportunities.

The long term goals of cattle production require continual effort and a passion. We need to understand the aspirations and intentions of the children and grandchildren. Are we beginning a family ranching heritage by buying cattle? Do subsequent generations share the same vision and desires?

CLEARLY ESTABLISH AND OUTLINE GOALS Ranch goals should be specific, measurable, attainable and related.

Goals are a vison of where we want to go. Some ranching and natural resource management goals may take more than one generation to achieve, so it’s important for families to share ranch management plans and ensure that everyone is on the same page.

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1. How much land and cattle do I need?

2. How much can I realistically care for?

3. Is stewardship of natural resources important? (Natural resources are not immune to the effects of man and beast – maintenance and improvement of these resources require effort.)

4. What type of cattle business do I want – cow/calf or stockers?

5. Do I have a preferred breed of cattle in mind?

6. Am I willing to consider livestock best suited to my ranch environment?

7. Am I minimizing property tax burden by raising cattle?

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS Ranchers across Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma reported through the Standardized Performance Analysis database that average annual cost to maintain a cow is well above $500. In 2013, the average cost for quality young replacement females was above $1,000 per head. Bulls from reputable breeders was $2,500 and up. Getting into or staying in the beef cattle business requires significant capital.

Clearly define “profitable” and “tolerable”. Hopefully, there is nonranch income to cover living expenses. Profitable is income exceeding expense. Tolerable may be generating enough revenue to cover all or most of the production costs. Due to land value appreciation and reduced debt on cattle loans (if cattle purchase was financed), net worth accumulates with time.

Regardless of the approach taken, it is critically important to establish a budget and adhere to that budget. Any variation from original projections creates the need for communication with family.

Variations may seem small and not worthy of reevaluation of goals and objectives, but small shifts in management plans can lead to long-term changes in cash flow and draw on non-ranch funds.

Money is a personal matter; however, an annual review with a financial professional to monitor status of available capital, operating funds and other ranch debt is time and effort well spent. Examples of financial professionals are accountants, financial advisors and loan officers.

Lending cooperatives affiliated with the Farm Credit System are an excellent source of financing for rural Texans and agriculture ventures. In addition to available credit, most have a staff of lending professionals that are personally involved in and thereby understand agriculture.

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REQUIRED EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES People in ranching often fall victim to hardware disease. This condition typically manifests itself in recognizable colors – yellow, green, blue, red and white. To the unsuspecting eye it looks like a bulldozer, backhoe, tractor with loader, skid steer, UTV, welder, stock trailer and 4 wheeler all tucked neatly inside a new barn located conveniently adjacent to a set of corrals made from steel pipe.

If non-ranch income is available for acquisition and support of these items, all is well. We should be reminded of the words of wisdom from Mr. Frank Litterst, cattleman and longtime animal science teacher at Texas A&M, “Never buy what you can rent or lease. Never rent or lease what you can borrow.”

Borrowing must be a two-way street. If we borrow equipment, we must offer to lend equipment as payment. A short list of items required for beef cattle ranching is presented in Table 1.

HELPFUL RESOURCES Before deciding whether to go into the cattle business, gather as much information as possible. A trustworthy, knowledgeable source of information is a valuable asset.

The best source for help is a successful neighbor, but successful is a subjective term. If neighbors have managed their ranch for two decades or more, through at least one drought, and the appearance of their ranch and livestock are appealing, they qualify as a good information source.

Local county agricultural extension agents are professional educators and provide a window to a vast array of information and resources. If they don’t know the answer, they can find someone who does.

US Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS) is federally funded and works with landowners in conservation planning and assistance. With service centers in most Texas counties, natural resource management information is not far away.

Find a local veterinarian with interest and expertise in large animals and involve them in development of a preventative herd health plan.

There is no substitute for their knowledge.

As more transition to ranching from other careers and agriculture becomes more technical, professional consultants are becoming more available and are an excellent choice for one-on-one personal attention.

Be prepared to compensate them for their knowledge and skills.

The annual Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course provides a great

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED FOR BEEF CATTLE RANCHING PERIMETER FENCE 1. Good fences make for good neighbors.

2. Bare minimum is five strands of barbed wire.

3. Place bottom wire not more than 10 inches above the ground and top wire at least four feet from the ground.

4. Net or woven wire offers the opportunity to better manage feral hogs and predators.

INTERNAL OR PARTITION FENCING 1. Use existing fences when possible.

2. If replacement fencing is warranted, seek the assistance of NRCS or others with grazing management and livestock handling experience.

BARN/STORAGE 1. Many old barns add an aesthetic element to the ranch and continue to serve the purpose of protecting equipment and supplies.

2. Metal buildings are a low cost replacement option.

3. Retired cargo containers are also a popular choice.

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opportunity to obtain a huge amount of information on cattle production within a 2½ day period. Discussions are led by experts in every facet of the business.

Do not rely on information from the internet or what someone tells you as the truth until you substantiate the credibility and expertise of the source.

CATTLE MANAGEMENT Another important question to answer is: “What type of cattle business do I want to enter?” Stockers are calves bought after they are weaned, fattened primarily on grass and then sold to feedyards.

Stockers are a good option if an operator wants to buy and sell cattle on a 60- to 90-day rotation. Before buying stocker cattle, visit with local cattle marketing professionals regarding market conditions, source and availability of cattle, and marketing options.

When most people think of ranching, they envision a cow-calf operation with cows having calves once a year, growing those calves for six to eight months and then weaning calves as they go to market.

An immediate question to consider is replacement females. Will they be raised or purchased? For 1/1/1 operations (one herd, one bull, one pasture), purchasing replacement females makes sense. Purchasing removes the difficulty of managing heifers and inbreeding concerns due to breeding females back to their sire. Ranchers who can pasture and manage heifers separately may not be comfortable monitoring and managing the animals during calving. They might choose to purchase replacement females which have already calved at least once.

The greatest challenge for beef producers, whether cow-calf or stockers is sustaining quantity and quality of forage required to meet maintenance and growth requirements of their cattle. The ongoing drought in some areas serves as a vivid reminder of this challenge.

Although consumers now take safety and wholesomeness of their food for granted, they are concerned about where and how food is produced. Animal welfare is a big issue. Whooping and hollering when working cattle can no longer be tolerated and must be replaced with low-stress handling techniques.

One final comment is offered to those who want to go into the cattle business. There is no room for unruly cattle with a poor disposition, regardless of their name, genealogy, genetic merit or perceived value.

You have worked too long and hard to have your dream interrupted by an avoidable injury or disability.

HANDLING FACILITY 1. Use existing facilities as much as possible.

2. If repairs or replacement is warranted, consider portable panels/ pens before digging holes, cementing posts and welding pipe.

3. For security reasons, do not locate pens near a public road.

RESTRAINING CHUTE 1. A squeeze chute is almost a must.

2. Manual chutes are equally functional but appreciably less expensive than hydraulic.

SCALES 1. Knowing the correct weight versus guessing is critically important for dosage of most health products, nutrient requirements, and knowing what your cattle weigh when they leave the ranch for market.

2. Smaller operations may not be able to justify owning a scale, but it is important to know what your cattle weigh.

LIVESTOCK TRAILER 1. Frequency of use determines justification for ownership.

2. Most cattle auction companies pick up cattle for a nominal hauling charge or know local people who haul cattle on a load basis.

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INNER LAND STEWARD ROUNDUP

BRUSH MANAGEMENT MEASURE TWICE, CUT ONCE

“Measure twice, cut once” is good advice for carpenters -and for landowners who are considering brush management.

Unlike mown grass that can spring back within days, brushbased habitat can take years to recover from overzealous or poorly planned brush removal.

Before you cut, define your objective: Why are you manipulating the brush? Is it to improve habitat for a specific species like white-tailed deer or quail? Or is it to maximize forage production for cattle? Or, perhaps, it’s a matter of aesthetics?

Or a mix of all of these things?

There is not a right or wrong answer to these questions because each landowner’s goal is unique, but the answers to these questions is the first step in determining what your brush management activities will entail.

BEFORE YOU CUT, FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE PLANTS AND ANIMALS ON YOUR PROPERTY Different wildlife species rely on different plant species for food and cover. If you don’t know what a white-tailed deer likes to eat or what type of cover a quail prefers for nesting, then it is possible that you could remove the very things that will make the most impact.

Generally, white-tailed deer require more brush, ideally about 50 percent, while quail prefer a more open landscape with 20 percent to 30 percent brush cover. If you’re hoping to manage for both, the sweet spot will be somewhere in between the extremes.

Also, know your plants and how they respond to manipulation.

For instance, red buds respond positively to a prescribed burn, coming back with new growth and improved vigor, while pecan trees and hackberry trees are easily damaged by fire.

Understanding these nuances will help you choose which brush management tools are best suited to your situation.

As you consider the brush on your ranch, remember that every species can make positive contributions, even mesquite and juniper. Mesquite beans are high-protein food sources for white-tailed deer, livestock and other mammals. Birds rely on juniper berries. When winters are hard or drought rolls in, whitetailed deer will eat juniper too. Both species prevent erosion, add organic matter, and provide cover. Generally, brush density is a bigger concern than brush species.

BEFORE YOU CUT, UNDERSTAND THE PROS AND CONS OF EACH BRUSH MANAGEMENT METHOD Landowners have four brush management methods at their disposal: mechanical, chemical, biological and prescribed fire.

These methods can be used singly or in combination. Each has its pros and cons.

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roller chopping, excavating and shearing. On the plus side, mechanical brush control allows you to be very selective. On the negative side, it is very expensive. William Conrad, who manages 42,000 acres of conservation land on behalf of Austin Water Utility, estimates that the utility spends $300/acre to $350/acre for mechanical brush control.

Chemical brush control methods include aerial application and individual plant treatments (IPT). While chemical treatments are not as expensive as mechanical treatments, they still carry a significant price tag. Chemicals can be used to treat large areas quickly and efficiently, but, in the case of aerial treatments, they are less selective, meaning that desirable plants can be damaged along with the target species.

Biological control methods include insects that are pests to a host species such as salt cedar beetles, and livestock, namely goats. Biological means mimic natural processes and can be less expensive, but they can be slow. They also require constant monitoring and can be highly variable. Goats are non-specific browsers and can damage desirable species if landowners do not monitor vigilantly.

Prescribed burning also mimics a natural process, but its usefulness is not always well understood by local government or the public. It requires significant planning, preparation, training, labor and a very specific set of conditions to be implemented correctly. It is possible that a landowner can prepare for a burn for a year or more and then not have the conditions to implement it. For example, at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research Station in Sonora, which is a leader in prescribed burn research, the staff has not been able to conduct a single burn in the past five years because of the ongoing drought.

BEFORE YOU CUT, TAKE SOME FIELD TRIPS Visit other ranches and see how they’ve managed brush.

Field trips make your brush management options easier to visualize.

Through the years, range managers have experimented with several different patterns for brush removal. The most common are: blocks, strips, checkerboard and mosaic also known as brush sculpting.

Different patterns offer slightly different benefits. In recent years, the mosaic pattern has become very popular, especially on smaller ranches. It follows the land’s contours, instead of the rules of geometry, making it more aesthetically pleasing to some.

BEFORE YOU CUT, ASK QUESTIONS Good sources of information about brush management are your local USDA Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) range and wildlife specialists; Texas AgriLife Extension

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range and wildlife specialists; and wildlife biologists from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department or private sector consultants.

Cost-share programs are available through NRCS, which helps landowners stretch their money and maximize the impact of their management efforts.

These resource professionals also have access to the maps, software and other tools that are helpful during the planning process.

BEFORE YOU CUT, PLAN FOR THE SHORT- AND LONG-TERM Consider the variables and the economics. How much land are you managing? What percentage of brush do you want to maintain? Can you afford to tackle the entire ranch at once? If not, where will you begin? What is phase II, III and IV? Are some parts of the ranch better suited for chemical control and others for mechanical control? Do you want to leave travel corridors or riparian areas intact? If you are implementing a prescribed burn, how long will those pastures need to be rested before

and after the burn? What steps will you take to maintain the progress you’ve made?

Brush management is not a one-time proposition. Natural systems are dynamic, so your brush management plan has to include follow-up treatments. Before you spend money creating open space, it’s important to know what you’re going to do to keep it open.

Since the late 1880s, Texas has transitioned from a state dominated by grasslands to a state dominated by savannahs.

Brush is part of the vegetative mix. Land managers have learned that attempts to eradicate brush are futile, while wellplanned efforts to manage the brush yield good wildlife habitat and success.

To learn more about the role that brush management and other strategies can play in improving your land, contact Wildlife Consultants at (325) 655-0877 or see our website at www. thewildlifeconsultants.com.

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ROUNDUP

For many landowners, eminent domain isn’t an abstract legal construct, but a force that alters their land and their lives.

In the Hill Country, residents are coping with the paths of power lines sited to support subdivisions popping up like bluebonnets.

Throughout South Texas, thanks to the development of the Eagle Ford Shale, landowners face the prospect of oil and gas pipelines, roads and other industrial infrastructure. In Northeast Texas, landowners are bracing for the potential construction of Lake Marvin Nichols that could flood 70,000 acres and result in an additional taking of up to 10 times that amount to mitigate for the reservoir’s construction.

“Texas is growing and changing,” said Greg Simons, president of the Texas Wildlife Association (TWA). “More people mean more demands for all types of infrastructure – roads, transmission lines, pipelines, reservoirs, schools and on and on . It all has to go somewhere. In Texas more than 90 percent of the land is privately owned, so in most cases private landowners have to bear the burden.”

Eminent domain is nothing new. Some claim that the earliest known use of eminent domain can be found in the Bible.

Massachusetts, during its days as a colony, executed the first provision for compensation for the laying of highways in 1639.

What has changed over time is the scope and frequency of eminent domain activities. Through the years, government has granted more entities the authority to use it, including gas or

David K. Langford, vice president emeritus of TWA, said, “When eminent domain got its start, it was governed by elected officials, those who were held responsible by the voters. That’s not the case anymore. In my opinion, the power of eminent domain should only come with public accountability.”

Projects are bigger. For example, the Competitive Renewable Energy Zone (CREZ) transmission lines designed to carry wind energy from the Panhandle and West Texas to the Metroplex and I-35 Corridor has stretched across almost 3,600 miles to date, impacting thousands of landowners along the way.

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potentially in the pathway of any given project. In the Barnett Shale, some suburban residents had to contend with energy pipelines literally in their backyards.

“Eminent domain is an equal opportunity challenge,” Simons said. “No landowner, no matter how large or how small, is exempt. Making sure that it’s implemented fairly and judiciously is something that concerns all landowners.”

THE STATE OF EMINENT DOMAIN LAW IN TEXAS Because of a confluence of factors, the profile of eminent domain has been raised. Over the course of the past 10 to 15 years, agriculture and landowner groups have collectively advocated for eminent domain reform in Texas.

“Working together, a strong coalition of like-minded agriculture, wildlife, and private property rights groups, have championed significant eminent domain reform,” Simons said.

Milestones include the passage of Proposition 11 in 2009. The constitutional amendment, which passed with an 81 percent majority, prohibited the taking of private property for economic development or as means to raise tax revenue. It also limited the Legislature’s power to grant the power of eminent domain in the future unless it is approved by a two-thirds vote of all members of the House of Representatives and the Senate.

Then, in 2011, SB 18, the culmination of five years of effort, was signed into law.

The bill contained three major components: a comprehensive ban on the “public benefit” use of eminent domain, overriding the decision in the landmark case of Kelso v. New London, in which eminent domain powers were controversially expanded; a requirement that owners of land that is subject to a proposed easement must be provided with a comprehensive assessment of their property’s value and that these assessments cannot be subject to confidentiality agreements; and the requirement that any government entity which is considering invoking eminent domain powers must make a bona fide offer to the property owner to sell the property voluntarily. This offer must include a 30-day decision period and must be of equal to or greater than the value in the assessment.

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BY LORIE WOODWARD CANTU of landowners,” Simons said. “But there’s also no doubt that work remains to be done.”

At the time of publication, TWA was working in conjunction with legislators and like-minded groups to draft legislation with the goal of addressing some of landowners’ most pressing concerns.

TARGET AREAS FOR REFORM While eminent domain can be invoked for a wide variety of projects, the rapidly growing need for transmission lines and oil and gas pipelines is the focus of many landowners’ concerns.

One Panhandle attorney whose practice focuses on eminent domain reported handling over 200 cases, primarily power line and pipeline cases, in the past four years.

“Most reasonable people will not object to the responsible and judicious use of eminent domain in pursuit of the public good,” said Langford. “The objections arise when an entity condemns property and the landowner has a legitimate question of whether the general public or a private entity is going to benefit from the taking.”

In the case of both transmission lines and oil and gas pipelines, the line dividing public benefit and private benefit is thin and gray.

OIL AND GAS PIPELINES As of August, according to the Texas Railroad Commission, Texas is home to 425,939 miles of oil and gas pipelines. The Legislature has granted oil and gas companies a great deal of power including eminent domain, which comes as part of the common carrier designation. A common carrier is a pipeline that will allow products from more than one company to be carried.

Currently, the oil and gas companies indicate common carrier status themselves by marking the form that they submit to the Railroad Commission notifying the agency of the pipeline’s construction.

“Common carrier status, which is self-determined by energy companies, confers the power of eminent domain,” Simons said. “There is no government oversight of pipeline routing, so the companies have the power to site the lines where they want and take the land they need.”

The Railroad Commission provides the following information on its website: “The Railroad Commission (RRC) is limited in its authority

to those powers delegated by the Legislature by statutory enactments. Regarding pipelines, the Railroad Commission has authority over intrastate pipelines (those that originate and end within the State of Texas) for pipeline safety and pipeline rate regulation.

In Texas, pipelines are not required to be permitted before being built. There is no statutory or regulatory requirement that a pipeline operator seeks or receives from the Railroad Commission either a determination that there is a need for the pipeline capacity or prior approval to construct a pipeline and related facilities.

Additionally, the Railroad Commission does not determine or confer common carrier status for pipelines. The pipeline operator reports to the Railroad Commission the status of a pipeline as a gas utility, common carrier or private line. Commission does not have any authority over a common carrier pipeline’s exercise of its statutory right of eminent domain (emphasis added).

Generally, the Railroad Commission has no authority over the routing or siting of intrastate or interstate pipelines. The pipeline route is determined by the pipeline’s owner/operator.

The exception to this is when the pipeline contains ‘sour gas’ (hydrogen sulfide) because of its potential toxicity at certain levels….”

The Railroad Commission is currently considering new regulations to strengthen the agency’s review of common carrier status. The energy companies are opposed, claiming additional review will unnecessarily slow their progress.

“The current law puts landowners at a distinct disadvantage, even if they are negotiating with the most upstanding corporate citizen,” Langford said. “By ‘checking the box’, unelected individuals have the ability to condemn and take someone else’s land.”

TRANSMISSION LINES When the CREZ lines began their march across Texas, the PUC, at the Legislature’s direction, allowed private utility companies to bid on the construction projects and carry them out on behalf of the state of Texas. By granting the transmission service providers a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity, the Public Utility Commission gave the companies the power of eminent domain. The companies were also given the right to charge back their costs for the projects, plus earn a reasonable

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An October article in the Texas Tribune on the CREZ lines’ completion said: “Electric ratepayers will bear the burden, but few have yet seen their bills creep up. The commission has approved CREZ fees from just three transmission service T

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“The companies are guaranteed the right to make a profit and the companies’ rate payers may number in the hundreds of thousands, minimizing the individual cost,” Langford said. “And yet, the utilities maintain that it is too costly to pay landowners, whose property is damaged and devalued by the construction of a transmission line, true market value. As a result, landowners often bear an inordinate amount of the burden for society’s infrastructure.”

While the Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and Article I, Section 17 of the Texas Constitution guarantee that a property owner will receive just compensation for the taking, just compensation is not defined.

“Eminent domain transactions should reflect regular real estate transactions where a willing buyer interacts with a willing seller, allowing market forces to come to bear,” Langford said. “Currently, there is no incentive for condemning entities to give a fair market value nor is there a disincentive for bringing low-ball offers.”

In many cases, the sticking point is over “damages to the remainder.” The question is how much has the land been devalued by the power line’s construction? Historically, the utilities acknowledge very limited damage ascribing it only to a narrow corridor on either side of the new construction.

From a landowner’s perspective the damage, which ultimately affects the land’s market value, is much more extensive. The construction of a power line and its attendant easement creates a corridor for other easements. Several contiguous easements through a property can change the land’s character, making it more suitable for industrial or corridor use. Plus, the service providers can hang additional lines, such as fiber optic cables, from the towers, increasing the company’s revenues, without benefiting the landowners.

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“Putting emotional value aside, real property like land is a storehouse of wealth, a natural resource-based bank account,” Simons said. “Condemnors are making money off a path that cuts across a landowner’s bank account, diminishing its value.

The law says landowners should be made whole.”

Damages generally are calculated using a paired analysis in which an appraiser compares sales of two properties similar to the one in question. One has a power line. One doesn’t. They both have sold. The difference between the two is perceived to be the damages. The problem with this is approach is that it is very subjective and often fails to account for all of the variables.

“The only thing that precludes reasonable people from getting fair market value is whether you have reasonable people on the other side of the negotiation,” Langford said.

If the government and property owner cannot agree on that compensation then, ultimately, they head to the court house for a special commissioners’ hearing. If landowners choose to seek financial betterment, they may be forced to give up other gains such as surface reclamation or access limitations that they negotiated previously.

“Landowners find themselves having to choose between financial betterment and the considerations that they negotiated to protect their land,” Simons said. “To add insult to injury, landowners have to finance their own legal fees, even if they are successful in court. The utilities, on the other hand, can count them as a business cost and charge them back to the rate payers.”

He continued, “Why should a landowner pay for defending himself if the action was brought against his property in the name of public good? Shouldn’t the public bear the cost for the benefit and the damage resulting from delivering the benefit? If the condemnors had to pay court costs perhaps it would create an incentive for fair market-based offers on the front end.”

In addition, landowners whose land is taken for transmission line construction can be held responsible for injury or death sustained by any people constructing or working on the power line because neither the government nor the transmission company indeminifies the landowner.

“Landowners aren’t building the power lines,” Langford said.

“Why should they be liable for them?”

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TWA MEMBER PROFILE

Tina Buford A PASSION FOR LAND AND FAMILY

by Lorie Woodward Cantu

Tina Buford doesn’t let her long list of accomplishments overshadow what is most important to her. She is first and foremost, a wife, a mom, a daughter, a sister and a member of a South Texas ranching family that has been taking care of the H. Yturria Family Ranches for six generations.

“It’s about land and family, family and land,” she said. “My passion for everything that I’ve done can be traced back to those two things.”

FAMILY AND FIRSTS For instance, she was the first student to go to Texas A&M University and the TCU Ranch Management program simultaneously. She did it because she wanted to attend the renowned program alongside her sister, Quita Wittenbach, who had graduated from TCU and was preparing to enter the ranch management program. The program director had to be convinced.

“I explained to him that my sister and I wanted to attend the Ranch Management School together because one day we would be running our family’s ranch together,” Buford said. “We thought it best to learn the same things at the same time, so we’d have the same information and experiences to draw from when it was our time to care for the land.”

Eventually, he was swayed. Buford took a year off from her Rangeland Ecology and Management studies at Texas A&M to attend TCU. She completed her education in 1998.

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Buford was also the first female president of the Texas Wildlife Association. She got involved in association work after she realized the way of life she cherished was misunderstood in the world beyond the ranch’s fence lines. The misperception that land management is a “man’s world” didn’t faze her.

“Leadership isn’t gender specific, it is team specific,” Buford said. “I faced the perceived challenge by recognizing that I didn’t have to have all of the answers myself. As president, my job was to create a team of passionate people with knowledge, vision and integrity – and ask them the right questions.”

Her dad and uncle, Richard and Danny Butler, have long been recognized as leaders in agriculture, wildlife and landowner organizations. Other than serving as inspiration, this family history of leadership didn’t give her a head start at TWA. Her first volunteer job at the association? Selling TWA t-shirts.

Today, she serves as: a member of TWA’s Executive Committee and of the Conservation Legacy Committee; president of the Texas Wildlife Association Foundation; vice president of Taking Care of Texas, a conservation initiative co-founded by Laura W. Bush; a member of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association’s Natural Resources and Wildlife committees; a member of the Texas Agricultural Land Trust Advisory Board; and as a director for the Sand County Foundation, a national foundation dedicated to the principles of conservation espoused

by Aldo Leopold, the father of wildlife management.

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In the swirl of advocacy, fundraising, networking, educating and leading that characterizes her life, Buford’s roots keep her grounded.

“I grew up watching my family sacrifice to keep the land together,” Buford said. “Their actions were an unspoken language that the land was important enough to make those choices and those sacrifices, even though the sacrifices took their toll. When you see it and you live it, it becomes part of who you are.”

Buford makes it quite clear she is one member in a family of ranchers who work together. She is part of an ongoing legacy where each generation learns from those who came before in order to be good caretakers in their time. She and her sister are part of a team led by their dad and uncle that manage the land. Each daughter has two sons.

“We have a common love, a common goal,” Buford said. “And we’re working hard to pass it along to the next generation.”

Buford and her husband, Trey, who she started dating in the seventh grade, have two sons, Francisco “Cisco” Buford, 11 and William Buford IV, 8.

“Trey’s support allows me to do the things I do,” Buford said. “And I do the things I do, so our sons can continue to enjoy the privilege of working the land, just like all those family members who came before them.”

SOUTH TEXAS ROOTS Deep South Texas is known as the Last Great Habitat because sprawling, historic ranches and long-time ranch families have kept huge tracts of rangeland intact. It’s a unique place where cattle and wildlife roam together and where the mixture of culture, history and traditions create a backdrop for life unlike any other.

“Some people say that South Texas begins south of San Antonio,” Buford said. “For me, true South Texas begins south of Corpus Christi.”

Her great-great-great grandfather Francisco Yturria, a successful merchant, banker, and entrepreneur, registered his brand, the “Y” in Cameron County in February 1858.

Yturria was a contemporary and colleague of Richard King, Mifflin Kenedy and the others who carved out their legacies in the rough and tumble corridor where Mexico transitioned into Texas.

The headquarters ranch that Yturria built and his descendants run today is named Punta del Monte, which means “point of brush.” It sits where the brush met the famed “sea of grass,” just north of present day Raymondville in Willacy County. The site was originally part of the 584,496acre Juan de Carricitos Land Grant that was created by the King of Spain in 1790.

“We live with history every day,” Buford said. The family still owns and manages one of the original porciones, which are long, narrow strips of land extending 12 miles north that provide river frontage. They were created to ensure early settlers had access to water.

Of course, it’s the family history that has shaped Buford’s view of the land and its role in their lives. Her great grandmother, Dona Panchita lived on the ranch until her death at 101. Her grandfather, who is 97, lives on the ranch

THROUGH THE GENERATIONS The land and its legacy has passed through six generations: from Francisco Yturria (1830-1912) to Daniel Yturria (1859-1920) to Hermino Yturria (1892-1960) to Lydia Yturria Butler (1919-2008)to her sons, Danny and Richard Butler. Buford, who is married to William “Trey” Buford III, and Wittenbach, who is married to Donald Troy Wittenbach, are Richard’s daughters. The next generation, Francisco “Cisco” Buford, 11, William Buford IV, 8, McLean Yturria Wittenbach, 10, and Richard Gage Wittenbach, 2, are in training.

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and still goes out daily with his bird dogs in tow to check on the quail that bring him joy. Buford credits her grandmother, Lydia Yturria Butler, with being her initial teacher about the importance of the land and family.

“People who didn’t know her wouldn’t suspect she knew anything about the land,” Buford said. “She did. She loved it. We never had a conversation about the importance of keeping the land. We didn’t have to. The land was where I went to be with her. It is still where I go to feel her presence.”

For more than 150 years, the family has run a commercial cattle operation. When her great grandfather grew too old to work the cattle himself, he had bleachers constructed alongside the pens, so he wouldn’t miss a thing. Currently, the family crosses the deep-red Santa Getrudis, a breed that was developed in the Brush Country, with Charolais, a breed that originated in the mountains of France, to produce an F-1 “golden calf,” uniquely suited to the land and the market.

Early on, the family began to incorporate wildlife into their operations. The H. Yturrias were some of the first to offer commercial hunting as a way to diversify income streams and keep the land in production. In fact, they have some lease hunters whose families have been hunting on the property for three generations.

Under the leadership of her uncle Danny Butler and her father Richard Butler, the wildlife operation has been expanded and now includes a variety of exotics such as scimitar oryx, lechwe, addax and gemsbok. The exotics run as free-ranging herds throughout the ranch, giving hunters the opportunity to stalk multiple herds during their adventures.

The exotics were added to the landscape to create a year-round hunting opportunity to maximize the use of the ranch’s infrastructure. Two-day guided deer hunts also have been incorporated to accomplish the same thing.

“My dad and my uncle have always kept their eyes on the future and made adjustments accordingly,” Tina said.

“They’ve made it clear to my sister and me that surviving in this business means adapting.”

As a result of the on-going drought, cattle numbers have been cut in half to protect the range. A reduced cattle inventory has a direct effect on the bottom line, causing the family to reassess its business operation.

Instead of viewing the necessary belt tightening as a negative, Buford decided, after 15 years, to take a sabbatical from day-to-day ranch operations and pursue another opportunity. Within the last year, she accepted a position as the Education Project Manager for the East Wildlife Foundation (EWF).

“There are so many things that I’m passionate about and want to see move forward that I’m taking a break from the ranch to focus my attention elsewhere for a little while,” Buford said. “If the time comes to return to the ranch, I’ll be ready to contribute. After all, I’m not losing my experience and skills, but expanding them.”

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is a working cattle ranch, encompassing more than 215,000 acres in the heart of deep South Texas, that serves as a natural resource laboratory and conservation education classroom.

“I identify with the EWF because its mission is my mission: conservation, land stewardship, ranching and the public benefits of private land,” Buford said. “We have to help people make the connection between what goes on behind our fences and what goes on in their lives.”

meeting like-minded people, and seeing great programs on the ground. The countless hours in the trenches have taught her the value of partnerships, trust and the human connection.

“The natural resource connection needs to be a human-tohuman connection,” Buford said. “When you work with kids and truly engage them, the light bulb goes off for them, too. They understand that they have a stake in the natural world – and they want to help take care of it.”

THE PASSION Like on any journey, Buford made her way to conservation education one step at time. She began by hosting hunts on the family ranch through the Texas Youth Hunting Program.

She took the next step in association involvement because she felt the hunting heritage could be in jeopardy. She began traveling to the state capitol to advocate on behalf of her fellow landowners for not only hunting, but wildlife, private property rights and natural resources. Underneath the pink granite dome, she had a “light bulb” moment that changed the course of her life.

“Standing with the legislators and their aides, I realized that they didn’t know what I was talking about because it was so far-removed from their personal experiences,” Buford said. “It dawned on me that there were more people like them than like me, and, if we landowners didn’t work to instill an understanding about our natural resources that their existence eventually would be endangered.”

She continued, “People care for things they’re connected to. Without a connection, it’s somebody else’s problem.

Unfortunately, that ‘somebody else’ in today’s world is a small proportion of the population.”

This realization feeds her passion for conservation education.

Through the years, she has volunteered with many groups,

As the point person for education on the EWF team, Buford will play an important role in conservation education in South Texas. She’s busy creating alliances and developing relationships throughout the region and beyond. As she learned a long time ago, one person can’t do it alone. In this case, the team’s work has implications for the state and the nation.

South Texas is 95 percent Hispanic. Nationally, Hispanics are less engaged in the outdoors than other ethnic groups.

Traditionally, in South Texas, Hispanic families had ties to the land. Unfortunately, these ties seem to have frayed in recent years. As a rapidly growing segment of the country’s population, the Hispanic community’s involvement is important for the future of natural resources.

“At the East Foundation, we’re working with our neighbors,” Buford said. “We share a heritage. We share a landscape.

Hopefully, together, we’re going to identify the common ground that makes natural resources relevant to everyone. Then, we can take what we’ve learned locally and impact the world beyond the Brush Country.”

She continued, “It’s a challenge, no doubt. But I don’t have to face the challenge alone. It’s just a matter of getting the right people with the right information and asking the right questions so we can create the right plan. When that happens, anything is possible. The possibilities keep me going.”

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YOUR Property Rights

WHERE IT BEGAN — Texas Wildlife Association was founded in 1985 to fight efforts in Austin that would’ve denied Texas landowners the opportunity to use high fences as wildlife management tools on their properties.

THE FIGHT CONTINUES...

• To reform eminent domain laws so Texas landowners are seated at the decision-making table, ably protecting their rights, with full access and transparency • To reaffirm and maintain that groundwater is a vested property right of the landowner • To convince courts of law that property rights must be honored • To strengthen border security, and protect Texas landowners’ property and way of life • To maintain and improve landowner liability protections • To secure more transparent and predictable process for private landowners involved in navigable water proceedings and regulatory actions • To promote and defend the integrity of wildlife, including the importance of keeping wildlife wild • To promote and defend reasonable use of modern wildlife tools, including fencing, feeding, and other progressive practices

OUR FIGHT WILL NEVER END! Texas Wildlife Association serves Texas wildlife and its habitat, while protecting property rights, hunting heritage, and the conservation efforts of those who value and steward wildlife resources.

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ASSOCIATION REPORTS

THE 84TH TEXAS LEGISLATURE

BY DAVID YEATES CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

The 84th Texas Legislature has been gaveled in and TWA GROUNDWATER AND STATE PARK FUNDING has focused on several key issues.

TWA will also monitor and weigh-in on other EMINENT DOMAIN conservation-related issues including groundwater and TWA is working with legislators in the House and state park funding.

Senate, as well as other private property rights advocacy One of TWA’s guiding tenants is “groundwater is associations, to enact meaningful eminent domain groundwater.” Groundwater is vested property of the reform. As the Texas economy and population grows, landowner as affirmed by the Texas Supreme Court. We condemnation through eminent domain increases are opposed to any attempts to segregate groundwater affecting more and more landowners. TWA believes that types for disparate regulatory treatment. For example, existing statutes are tilted unfairly toward the condemning brackish groundwater is attractive to private desalination entities. In pursuit of a more equitable process, we hope plant operators because of its low salinity levels; to remove the incentives that encourage condemning therefore, it has been targeted for relaxed regulatory entities to make below market value offers. One goal is treatment. TWA supports exploring solutions to meet to require condemning entities to pay for the landowner’s Texas’ increasing water needs, but we will not stand for legal expenses if the court determines the initial offer was infringement on private property rights to enable water below the market value. marketers’ profits.

CAPTIVE DEER TWA is very proud The Texas Wildlife Association’s (TWA) mission is “serving Texas wildlife BREEDING to partner with TPWD and its habitat, while protecting property rights, hunting heritage, and the TWA is also working on the Texas Big conservation efforts of those who value and steward wildlife resources.” with legislators to Game Awards and We pursue that mission through three primary avenues: providing natural adjust regulations Texas Youth Hunting resource education programs for youth and adults, reaching over 450,000 governing captive deer Program. We believe people annually; promoting hunting and habitat stewardship through the Texas Big Game Awards and the Texas Youth Hunting Program, engaging breeding in Texas. We TPWD staff does a combined 4,500 people a year; and maintaining a staff and volunteer hope to increase the great job of protecting presence at the Texas Capitol to advocate and lobby for what is in the best time from when a and promoting the interest of our mission and our members. captive breeder deer is great outdoors to our For more information on TWA, please see www.Texas-Wildlife.org released to when it may citizenry. In a state or call (800) 839-9453. be hunted. The current that is over 97 percent statute calls for 10 day privately owned, the waiting period. In other words, a deer that has spent state park system provides crucial access to the natural several years in captivity—and most likely has been world for an increasingly urban and disconnected administered pharmaceuticals—may be released into a population. pasture of undetermined size and be shot in 11 days. TWA Because of that TWA supports legislative efforts to fully believes that is too short. Our concerns center on possible dedicate sporting good sales tax revenue to fund the state pharmaceutical residues in the meat tissue and the public park system. The funds are constitutionally allocated perception of canned hunts. for that purpose, but have been subject to legislative TWA also hopes to change identification requirements appropriations to date, meaning that money has been for captive breeder deer upon release. Current statute redirected from its intended purpose during the budget requires only an ear tattoo, which can fade, become process. TWA supports bills that have been filed to remove illegible and is difficult for hunters to see. TWA believes a the appropriation authority, allowing full funding access to hunter has a right to know if they are hunting a breeder the state park system. deer for health and ethical reasons.

TWA is proud to stand for conserving natural resources TWA also supports Texas Parks & Wildlife Department and protecting private property rights. We believe that is (TPWD) efforts to trace back diseases spread by breeder the right thing to do and will make every effort to advance deer. This is another reason TWA hopes to change the our mission at the Texas Capitol. If you wish to learn more identification requirements for released breeder deer or support our efforts, please do not hesitate to contact us. from an ear tattoo to a visible “button tag” attached to Full public policy position statements and all staff contact the ear. information is available at www.Texas-Wildlife.org.

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ASSOCIATION REPORTS

TEXAS LAND BROKERS NETWORK

2015 will have its challenges, just like every year in the farm, ranch and land brokerage business. The dynamic impacts to our industry come from every direction, whether oil, water, government policy, marketing or industry trends. TLBN is committed to providing the best networking, education and marketing opportunities we can provide to our professional members and our affiliates.

There have been a a flood of new issues to affect our industry, which we are seeking to stay in front of with good factual knowledge provided by leading experts. For example, much of of market is or will be affected by the recent devaluation of crude oil and we excited to hear from Tony Pelletier with Alamo Resources provided us with a realistic expectation of the local micro economies moving forward. Such expertise provided to our members provides for a better representation of our clientele.

As to what is to come in our upcoming meetings, TLBN is also organizing a lenders forum to try to inform the group of the coming changes in rural lending imposed by Dodd-Frank. Additionally, we will soon be addressing the Federal arm of eminent domain the processes, and devaluations we can expect from the High Speed Rail project.

We extend an invitation to ALL involved in the land business to join us the 2nd Tuesday of each month and enjoy our exceptional luncheons. If you would like to receive notices of our meetings and be placed on our mailing list, please email Chris@IKnowRanches. com, and we will do so. - TYLER JACOBS, PRESIDENT

TEXAS ALLIANCE OF LAND BROKERS

We had a great start to the New Year with over 80 members and guests attending our lunch meeting in Fredericksburg. Our speaker provided useful information to our members regarding Pond and Lake management. We had quite a few new members present and look forward to their input and networking.

Thanks to Christy Payne, National Account Manager with Farm and Ranch Publishing for coming down from Dallas for our meeting. It was good to see long time member Mike Barbour with Cross Bar Land Company who came in from Brady for the meeting. Long time member Jan Hutchinson and her daughter were also present. Good to see so many long time members attending once again and reconnecting with everyone. We were saddened to hear of the passing of long time member/director Jacob Casanova and pass along our sincere condolences to his family and friends.

We welcome our new members: Brent Graves /United Country – Alliance Auction & Realty in Stephenville, Tyler Wright/FindARanch.com in Menard and James Puschman/Trust Financial in San Antonio. - STEVE BENNETT, PRESIDENT

TEXAS DEER ASSOCIATION Defender of Hunting & Private Property Rights in Texas PROTECTING OUR HERITAGE FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS…

HUNTER FREEDOM OF CHOICE The Texas Deer Association supports a hunter’s individual freedom of choice. Every hunter has personal preferences on how and where they like to hunt. The TDA will work to ensure hunters always have the liberty to choose.

THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND Today, there are many who believe the state should dictate how you manage your land and its resources. The Texas Deer Association is a staunch defender of private property rights, and the TDA will always fiffiight so your land remains YOUR land.

YOU HAVE A VOICE The Texas Deer Association is a member-driven association, dedicated to sharing ideas and methods to improve the management and harvest of deer. Our members always have a voice; and your voice is heard, individually and collectively.

ACTIVE & ACCESSIBLE The Texas Deer Association is a very active organization with events and activities all across Texas. Our annual convention, regional meetings, banquets and seminars held in every region of the state, make it easy and fun to get involved.

TRUST THE LANDOWNER The Texas Deer Association understands that overregulation is not a sound wildlife management practice and too often leads to unintended consequences. “Trust the landowner!”

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Comprised of 30 contiguous pastures, each with plenty of water, this ranch is very well organized for rotational grazing and productive pasture management. The ranch has abundant water with two main water wells in the Ogallala Formation capable of servicing most of the ranch.

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UNCERTAINTY, THY NAME IS OIL!

In my youth, I listened to a haunting tune that suggested a collision with reality. “Those Were the Days,” by Mary Hopkin released on the Beatles Apple label. “Those were the days, my friend. We thought they’d never end. We’d sing and dance forever and a day. We’d live the life we choose. We’d fight and never lose! Those were the days….” Then Mary struck a sobering obstruction and things changed. As 2014 progressed, land market participants had to feel like Mary. The year began with expansion in prices and indeed finished with a substantial percentage increase, rising 9 percent to an all time high of $2,354 per acre by the end of the trading year a 33 percent expansion from 2009.

Expansion continued on all fronts early in the year. Then something happened. Collapsing oil prices injected a sobering unwelcome obstruction to the continuing party. The fourth quarter presided over rising uncertainty with farmland investors anticipating years of weakened commodity prices and oil-based recreational buyers deciding to put purchase plans on hold.

That jolt did little to derail another banner year for land

BY CHARLES E. GILLILAND prices, but thoughts now have turned to the existential question: will oil prices recover or continue to erode. How far will they fall?

How fast will they recover? Who is to blame? And what does this mean for the Texas economy and Texas land prices.

Studies suggest that overall land prices eventually follow trends in oil prices in Texas, but not for a year or two. So where does that leave land market participants? Some anticipate a quick resolution to weakened oil prices, not so much for agricultural commodities. Some foresee a prolonged decline in the face of expanding worldwide supplies of oil. No serious observer seems to have a defensible solution. So, as the year begins, we have seen a banner year in 2014, but no one can foresee where we will be in the next six months.

TOP 5 MOST ACTIVE COUNTIES

CRES

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AVERAGE PRICE

AVERAGE ACRES

Henderson

$349,492.48

42.19

1

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Llano

$446,381.09

55.37

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Llano

$447,375.56

49.06

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Kerr

$1,024,330.18

148.60

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Burnet

$635,710.28

77.45

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Burnet

$667,435.40

77.32

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Brown

$387,817.05

89.74

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Gillespie

$904,223.16

65.45

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$882,610.93

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$358,304.42

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$468,698.01

57.48

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Bandera

$627,492.28

68.14

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Gillespie

$947,397.11

69.39

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Kerr

$1,016,281.19

147.47

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Burnet

$652,220.03

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MARKET REPORT

TOP 100 SOLD 24. Butch Fife Realtors

930± Acres | Montague County | Sold: 12/15/14 Days On Market: 475 | Sold Price: $3,100,000

25. Lee, Lee & Puckitt Associates, Inc.

1,339± Acres | Schleicher County | Sold: 12/04/14 Days On Market: 496 | Sold Price: $2,999,360

26. The Ranch Advisors

397± Acres | Bosque County | Sold: 01/02/15 Days On Market: 163 | Sold Price: $2,890,000

27. Whitetail Properties

1. Max Brand Realty 45± Acres | Grimes County | Sold: 12/29/14 Days On Market: 69 | Sold Price: $36,722,900

2. Stephens Ranch Hand Real Estate

100± Acres | Comanche County | Sold: 2/9/15 Days On Market: 1,948 | Sold Price: $28,500,000

3. Bull Realty, Inc.

385± Acres | Nueces County | Sold: 1/16/15 Days On Market: 455 | Sold Price: $15,481,485

4. Land Advisors Organization

682± Acres | Menard County | Sold: 11/18/14 Days On Market: 483 | Sold Price: $13,800,000

5. Texas LandMen, LLC

1,006± Acres | Kerr County | Sold: 02/9/15 Days On Market: 636 | Sold Price: $13,500,000

6. REPUBLIC RANCHES

2,100± Acres | Waller County | Sold: 12/20/14 Days On Market: 320 | Sold Price: $12,522,760

7. Kuper Ranch Sales

20,150± Acres | Brewster County | Sold: 12/5/14 Days On Market: 905 | Sold Price: $9,067,500

1,296± Acres | Schleicher County | Sold: 1/31/15 Days On Market: 269 | Sold Price: $2,820,028

28. Circle T Realty

687.59± Acres | Leon County | Sold: 12/18/14 Days On Market: 84 | Sold Price: $2,675,000

11. Kuykendall Land Company

31. Steve Grant Real Estate

688± Acres | Upshur County | Sold: 2/12/15 Days On Market: 113 | Sold Price: $2,571,592

32. Trip duPerier, The Texas Land Man LLC

50± Acres | Kendall County | Sold: 11/19/14 Days On Market: 427 | Sold Price: $2,500,000

33. Kuper Ranch Sales

400± Acres | Frio County | Sold: 11/18/14 Days On Market: 200 | Sold Price: $2,500,000

34. Ebby Halliday Real Estate, Inc

53.31± Acres | Rockwall County | Sold: 11/18/14 Days On Market: 886 | Sold Price: $2,400,000

1,255± Acres | Bowie County | Sold: 01/08/15 Days On Market: 150 | Sold Price: $2,400,000 1,200± Acres | Bowie County | Sold: 02/09/15 Days On Market: 192 | Sold Price: $2,400,000

37. La Gloria Land Company

1,020± Acres | Dimmit County | Sold: 01/12/15 Days On Market: 87 | Sold Price: $2,397,000

38. Lee, Lee & Puckitt Associates, Inc.

3,432± Acres | Kimble County | Sold: 02/06/15 Days On Market: 184 | Sold Price: $6,000,000

1,716± Acres | Concho County | Sold: 12/04/14 Days On Market: 526 | Sold Price: $2,359,596

12. Cunningham Real Estate

39. REPUBLIC RANCHES

1,429± Acres | Milam County | Sold: 01/16/15 Days On Market: 471 | Sold Price: $4,900,000

13. Coldwell Banker United, Realtors

485± Acres | Williamson County | Sold: 11/29/14 Days On Market: 543 | Sold Price: $4,850,000

54. Remington Real Estate

1,100± Acres | Fisher County | Sold: 12/08/14 Days On Market: 1,622 | Sold Price: $1,124,500

55. CENTURY 21- Randall Morris & Associates

30. Land And Ranch Company Of Texas

1,000± Acres | Montague County | Sold: 12/30/14 Days On Market: 120 | Sold Price: $2,600,000

36. Linda Carter Ranch Broker

10. REPUBLIC RANCHES

53. Realty Associates

236.36± Acres | Kerr County | Sold: 12/17/14 Days On Market: 118 | Sold Price: $1,125,000

559± Acres | Bowie County | Sold: 12/04/14 Days On Market: 377 | Sold Price: $1,100,000

9. LANDTX

3,248± Acres | Red River County | Sold: 12/16/14 Days On Market: 743 | Sold Price: $7,150,000

52. Elliott & Associates Real Estate

1,500± Acres | Coke County | Sold: 12/30/14 Days On Market: 165 | Sold Price: $1,140,000

29. Hortenstine Ranch Company, LLC

1,237± Acres | Coleman County | Sold: 12/03/14 Days On Market: 208 | Sold Price: $2,650,000

35. Gerald Haire Realty

2,240± Acres | Mason County | Sold: 12/01/14 Days On Market: 118 | Sold Price: $8,307,513

11.15± Acres | McLennan County | Sold: 12/19/14 Days On Market: 102 | Sold Price: $1,151,000

105.4± Acres | Caldwell County | Sold: 12/18/14 Days On Market: 218 | Sold Price: $1,106,700

8. Kuykendall Land Company

2,240± Acres | Kimble County | Sold: 02/06/15 Days On Market: 184 | Sold Price: $9,000,000

51. HARRELL Realty

351.5± Acres | Kerr County | Sold: 01/06/15 Days On Market: 210 | Sold Price: $2,319,900

40. REPUBLIC RANCHES

351.5± Acres | Bandera County | Sold: 01/06/15 Days On Market: 210 | Sold Price: $2,319,900

November 16, 2014 through February 15, 2015 76. Full Stringer Realty

347± Acres | Matagorda County | Sold: 01/08/15 Days On Market: 605 | Sold Price: $900,000

77. Jacobs Properties

500± Acres | Trinity County | Sold: 12/04/14 Days On Market: 217 | Sold Price: $900,000

78. DH Land Company

190.6± Acres | Lampasas County | Sold: 11/24/14 Days On Market: 203 | Sold Price: $900,000

79. GANN MEDFORD Real Estate, Inc.

316± Acres | Polk County | Sold: 01/30/15 Days On Market: 45 | Sold Price: $900,000

80. Linda Carter Ranch Broker

397± Acres | Bowie County | Sold: 02/3/15 Days On Market: 299 | Sold Price: $893,250

56. Rip England Premier Realty

81. Deitra Robertson Real Estate, Inc.

57. Nine Bar Land & Cattle

82. Briscoe Real Estate

58. Coldwell Banker Mark Campbell & Associates

83. Keller Williams North Country

447± Acres | Sutton County | Sold: 01/29/15 Days On Market: 331 | Sold Price: $1,100,000

510± Acres | Brown County | Sold: 12/31/14 Days On Market: 171 | Sold Price: $1,097,360

59. REPUBLIC RANCHES

372± Acres | Stephens County | Sold: 12/04/14 Days On Market: 100 | Sold Price: $1,095,000

60. Steve Grant Real Estate

306.64± Acres | Anderson County | Sold: 01/14/15 Days On Market: 776 | Sold Price: $1,037,470

61. Hudgins-Groover Real Estate

228.72± Acres | Wharton County | Sold: 12/19/14 Days On Market: 27 | Sold Price: $1,029,263

62. Realty Exchange Group

488.76± Acres | Live Oak County | Sold: 2/13/15 Days On Market: 2675 | Sold Price: $1,026,396

63. Land Brokers Inc

146.6± Acres | Fayette County | Sold: 11/17/14 Days On Market: 641 | Sold Price: $1,026,200

64. Jones Ranch Realty, LLC.

59.86± Acres | Gillespie County | Sold: 12/09/14 Days On Market: 105 | Sold Price: $1,000,000

65. Texas Land Group

5.42± Acres | Montgomery County | Sold: 11/21/14 Days On Market: 195 | Sold Price: $999,000

66. BETHEL NIX REALTY

85.52± Acres | Waller County | Sold: 12/02/14 Days On Market: 193 | Sold Price: $892,500 70± Acres | Hood County | Sold: 11/24/14 Days On Market: 214 | Sold Price: $890,000

492.26± Acres | Fannin County | Sold: 12/18/14 Days On Market: 387 | Sold Price: $880,600

84. Simpson Ranches & Land LLC

500± Acres | Duval County | Sold: 12/30/14 Days On Market: 407 | Sold Price: $862,500

85. Keller Williams

2.25± Acres | Hays County | Sold: 01/30/15 Days On Market: 238 | Sold Price: $855,000

86. Don Quick & Associates, Inc.

10± Acres | Williamson County | Sold: 11/24/14 Days On Market: 87 | Sold Price: $850,000

87. United Country—Texas Land & Ranch

299.92± Acres | Anderson County | Sold: 12/30/14 Days On Market: 224 | Sold Price: $850,000

88. CHEVAUX Group

5± Acres | Montgomery County | Sold: 02/04/15 Days On Market: 577 | Sold Price: $850,000

89. Lehmberg Realty

175± Acres | Mason County | Sold: 02/09/15 Days On Market: 116 | Sold Price: $850,000

90. Waller County Land Company

10± Acres | Harris County | Sold: 02/09/15 Days On Market: 595 | Sold Price: $850,000

91. Hinsley Land Company

147± Acres | Grayson County | Sold: 12/19/14 Days On Market: 2,843 | Sold Price: $845,250

1,682± Acres | Menard County | Sold: 01/15/15 Days On Market: 656 | Sold Price: $4,709,600

41. Trinity Country Real Estate

2083± Acres | Andrews County | Sold: 1/15/15 Days On Market: 217 | Sold Price: $995,220

1,600± Acres | Coke County | Sold: 01/19/15 Days On Market: 63 | Sold Price: $2,250,000

67. DBL Real Estate

92. Keller Williams Realty

15. RE/MAX Llano

3.05± Acres | Collin County | Sold: 11/30/14 Days On Market: 83 | Sold Price: $839,900

835± Acres | Gillespie County | Sold: 01/23/15 Days On Market: 161 | Sold Price: $4,592,500

42. Gary Giles Real Estate

192± Acres | Madison County | Sold: 01/07/15 Days On Market: 741 | Sold Price: $995,000

100± Acres | Hill County | Sold: 01/30/15 Days On Market: 115 | Sold Price: $2,168,100

68. Carlisle Real Estate

93. Monk Real Estate

16. REPUBLIC RANCHES

43. Desert Flower Realty, Inc.

200± Acres | Bosque County | Sold: 12/01/14 Days On Market: 109 | Sold Price: $995,000

14. REATA RANCH REALTY, LLC

2,169± Acres | Freestone County | Sold: 11/17/14 Days On Market: 294 | Sold Price: $4,554,900

17. Greg Tom Real Estate

1,352± Acres | Live Oak County | Sold: 11/24/14 Days On Market: 402 | Sold Price: $2,100,324

44. Trinity Country Real Estate

1,800± Acres | Kinney County | Sold: 01/27/15 Days On Market: 1,128 | Sold Price: $4,500,000

130± Acres | Parker County | Sold: 01/09/15 Days On Market: 214 | Sold Price: $2,100,000

18. Trip duPerier, The Texas Land Man LLC

45. Gerald Haire Realty

19. Trip duPerier, The Texas Land Man LLC

46. Chas. S. Middleton and Son

20. Kuykendall Land Company

47. George Gayle Properties

1,000± Acres | Mason County | Sold: 01/15/15 Days On Market: 156 | Sold Price: $4,475,000

1,235± Acres | San Jacinto County | Sold: 12/31/14 Days On Market: 1,721 | Sold Price: $4,013,750

1,671± Acres | Kimble County | Sold: 02/06/15 Days On Market: 184 | Sold Price: $4,000,000

958± Acres | Bowie County | Sold: 01/12/15 Days On Market: 612 | Sold Price: $2,100,000 2,278± Acres | Lynn County | Sold: 01/23/15 Days On Market: 91 | Sold Price: $2,050,200 32.62± Acres | Fort Bend County | Sold: 02/12/15 Days On Market: 245 | Sold Price: $1,350,000

69. United Country-Alliance Auction & Realty

71.48± Acres | Somervell County | Sold: 11/28/14 Days On Market: 142 | Sold Price: $975,000

70. Newson Realty

118.02± Acres | Kendall County | Sold: 12/12/14 Days On Market: 213 | Sold Price: $924,139

71. EL SENDERO PROPERTIES

300± Acres | Starr County | Sold: 01/26/15 Days On Market: 144 | Sold Price: $920,000

72. Land Brokers Inc

188.22± Acres | Kimble County | Sold: 01/15/15 Days On Market: 402 | Sold Price: $915,500

48. Melder Real Estate

73. Millikin Properties

4,643± Acres | King County | Sold: 01/07/15 Days On Market: 76 | Sold Price: $3,598,325

50± Acres | Trinity County | Sold: 12/19/14 Days On Market: 491 | Sold Price: $1,176,029

22. Plateau Land Group, L.P.

49. Jacobs Properties

74. Reese Real Estate Brokerage

23. Bull Realty, Inc.

50. Hodde Real Estate Co

75. Keaghey—Mayer Real Estate

21. Chas. S. Middleton and Son

276± Acres | Hays County | Sold: 01/20/15 Days On Market: 217 | Sold Price: $3,333,000 36.27± Acres | Nueces County | Sold: 01/16/15 Days On Market: 430 | Sold Price: $3,155,490

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285.82± Acres | Walker County | Sold: 12/30/14 Days On Market: 70 | Sold Price: $1,165,894

117.66± Acres | Washington County | Sold: 01/02/15 Days On Market: 226 | Sold Price: $1,165,000

24.7± Acres | Blanco County | Sold: 12/16/14 Days On Market: 58 | Sold Price: $915,000 78.59± Acres | Parker County | Sold: 01/29/15 Days On Market: 727 | Sold Price: $900,000 .27± Acres | Lee County | Sold: 01/21/15 Days On Market: 548 | Sold Price: $900,000

48.66± Acres | Austin County | Sold: 11/24/14 Days On Market: 166 | Sold Price: $837,250

94. The Texas Ranch Company LLC 211± Acres | Frio County | Sold: 12/22/14 Days On Market: 178 | Sold Price: $833,450

95. RE/MAX Bastrop Area

54.43± Acres | Bastrop County | Sold: 01/19/15 Days On Market: 154 | Sold Price: $826,339

96. RE/MAX Bastrop Area

54.4± Acres | Bastrop County | Sold: 01/08/15 Days On Market: 144 | Sold Price: $826,339

97. Garry Brown Real Estate

206.36± Acres | Lee County | Sold: 02/02/15 Days On Market: 579 | Sold Price: $819,000

98. Chas. S. Middleton and Son

648.61± Acres | Haskell County | Sold: 12/10/14 Days On Market: 191 | Sold Price: $810,775

99. Texas Land Group

115± Acres | Colorado County | Sold: 12/5/14 Days On Market: 438 | Sold Price: $800,000

100. Tara Stark-Keller Williams

3.5± Acres | Parker County | Sold: 12/02/14 Days On Market: 183 | Sold Price: $800,000

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Armstrong County

PAGE 199

Hansford County

PAGE 199

Hemphill County

PAGE 156

Brewster County

PAGE 221

Brewster County

PAGE 221

Brewster County

PAGE 221

Jeff Davis County

PAGE 176

Presidio County

PAGE 220

2,476± Acres | Property ID: 2128017 Scott Land Company, LLC

Robertson County

1,629± Acres | Property ID: 2067296 Scott Land Company, LLC

5,771± Acres | Property ID: 2267436 Republic Ranches

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17.8± Acres | Property ID: 2259391 Nine Bar Land & Cattle REGION 2 FAR WEST TEXAS

1.49± Acres | Property ID: 1949806 Mountain View Properties

1.67± Acres | Property ID: 2059699 Mountain View Properties

Brewster County

PAGE 221

Brewster County

PAGE 176

Hudspeth County

Presidio County

PAGE 221

Presidio County

PAGE 176

Presidio County

175± Acres | Property ID: 2059641 Mountain View Properties

399± Acres | Property ID: 2260646 Mountain View Properties

23,482± Acres | Property ID: 1591584 King Land & Water

1,506± Acres | Property ID: 1549863 King Land & Water

6,300± Acres Hood Real Estate

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12,500± Acres | Property ID: 1555099 King Land & Water

80± Acres | Property ID: 1938934 Mountain View Properties

2.83± Acres | Property ID: 1914284 King Land & Water

18,240± Acres | Property ID: 2260412 Chip Cole, Ranch Broker LANDSOFTEXASMAGAZINE.COM

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Childress County

PAGE 203

Concho County

PAGE 148

Concho County

PAGE 127

2,560± Acres | Property ID: 2229794 Davis Vernon Real Estate

651± Acres | Property ID: 2052240 LANDTX

865± Acres | Property ID: 1650471 Texas Ranches For Sale

Crockett County

PAGE 199

Crockett County

PAGE 177

Donley County

PAGE 48

Edwards County

PAGE 179

Edwards County

PAGE 179

Edwards County

PAGE 179

Edwards County

PAGE 178

Edwards County

PAGE 193

Edwards County

PAGE 178

Edwards County

PAGE 105

Edwards County

PAGE 96

Edwards County

PAGE 167

Edwards County

PAGE 103

Edwards County

PAGE 78

Kinney County

PAGE 188

1,458± Acres | Property ID: 2268419 Scott Land Company, LLC

210± Acres | Property ID: 2266763 Western Hill Country Realty

528± Acres | Property ID: 2253929 Western Hill Country Realty

2,880± Acres | Property ID: 1188314 Texas Land & Ranch Company

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11,420± Acres | Property ID: 1779585 King Land & Water

211± Acres | Property ID: 2016545 Western Hill Country Realty

647± Acres | Property ID: 1707571 Texas Land & Ranch Company

4,107± Acres | Property ID: 1187338 Hood Real Estate

35,643± Acres | Property ID: 2229568 Burgher-Ray Ranch Sales

223± Acres | Property ID: 2251019 Western Hill Country Realty

2,000± Acres | Property ID: 1078595 Texas Land Men

Foard County

PAGE 203

7,880± Acres | Property ID: 2251018 Davis Vernon Real Estate

135± Acres | Property ID: 2224777 Western Hill Country Realty

250± Acres | Property ID: 2132366 Lockhart Real Estate

2,031± Acres | Property ID: 1978274 Meek Ranch Sales

318± Acres | Property ID: 1082156 Southwest Land Associates, LLC

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Kinney County

PAGE 191

435± Acres | Property ID: 2121270 Tejas Properties

Kinney County

PAGE 175

641± Acres | Property ID: 1183793 Foster Farm & Ranch Real Estate

Kinney County

PAGE 193

874± Acres | Property ID: 1135402 Lockhart Real Estate

Kinney County

PAGE 224

Kinney County

PAGE 113

925± Acres | Property ID: 1766052 Bluestem Ranch Group

Kinney County

PAGE 189

Kinney County

PAGE 113

Kinney County

PAGE 72

Kinney County

PAGE 155

Kinney County

PAGE 193

Kinney County

PAGE 166

Knox County

PAGE 163

6,000± Acres | Property ID: 957617 Meek Ranch Sales

12,058± Acres | Property ID: 1994779 Vester Ranch Sales

Motley County

PAGE 198

Nolan County

PAGE 138

Stephens County

PAGE 201

Stephens County

PAGE 200

Stephens County

PAGE 201

Sutton County

PAGE 126

Sutton County

PAGE 127

Sutton County

PAGE 127

1,657± Acres | Property ID: 1914220 Southwest Land Associates, LLC

4,192.12± Acres | Property ID: 1701722 La Gloria Land Company

10,432± Acres | Property ID: 1144798 Scott Land Company, LLC

425± Acres | Property ID: 2128886 Campbell Farm & Ranch

1,832± Acres | Property ID: 2016559 Kuper Ranch Sales

4,286± Acres | Property ID: 980158 Lockhart Real Estate

2,863± Acres | Property ID: 1802066 Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

193± Acres | Property ID: 2224685 Texas Ranches For Sale

2,447± Acres Ahern Ranches

138± Acres | Property ID: 1632173 Campbell Farm & Ranch

278± Acres | Property ID: 2025739 Texas Ranches For Sale

3,100± Acres | Property ID: 1818137 Kuper Ranch Sales

160± Acres | Property ID: 1761142 Campbell Farm & Ranch

285± Acres | Property ID: 2025860 Texas Ranches For Sale

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Sutton County

PAGE 127

1,345± Acres | Property ID: 1587637 Texas Ranches For Sale

Val Verde County

PAGE 87

872.6± Acres | Property ID: 951942 Hood Real Estate

Val Verde County

PAGE 191

5,407± Acres | Property ID: 1139770 Tejas Properties

Sutton County

PAGE 127

Taylor County

PAGE 143

Taylor County

PAGE 143

Val Verde County

PAGE 215

Val Verde County

PAGE 113

Val Verde County

PAGE 132

Val Verde County

PAGE 191

2,424± Acres | Property ID: 1548700 Texas Ranches For Sale

1,700± Acres | Property ID: 2266657 LandCap Advisors

Val Verde County

PAGE 113

5,650± Acres | Property ID: 2003505 Kuper Ranch Sales

167± Acres | Property ID: 2301924 Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

2,551± Acres | Property ID: 1868616 Kuper Ranch Sales

Val Verde County

PAGE 177

7,800± Acres | Property ID: 2031943 King Land & Water

1,233± Acres | Property ID: 2118597 Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

4,046± Acres Phyllis Browning Company

9,000± Acres Tejas Properties

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Val Verde County

PAGE 190

13,200± Acres | Property ID: 1418933 Tejas Properties

Val Verde County

PAGE 76

Young County

191± Acres | Property ID: 2239783 Campbell Farm & Ranch

PAGE 201

393± Acres | Property ID: 2229759 Campbell Farm & Ranch

Young County

PAGE 200

Anderson County

PAGE 159

Cooke County

PAGE 139

Cooke County

PAGE 159

19,202± Acres | Property ID: 1187404 Hood Real Estate

REGION 4 NORTHEAST TEXAS

645± Acres | Property ID: 2108667 Republic Ranches 54

120± Acres | Property ID: 1789733 Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

290± Acres | Property ID: 1886845 Republic Ranches

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Denton County

PAGE 140

Denton County

PAGE 143

Ellis County

PAGE 158

Hopkins County

PAGE 212

Montague County

PAGE 227

Montague County

PAGE 227

Palo Pinto County

PAGE 140

Rains County

PAGE 230

Trinity County

PAGE 223

Tyler County

Wise County

PAGE 223

Austin County

PAGE 206

Colorado County

PAGE 228

15± Acres | Property ID: 2227996 Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

803± Acres | Property ID: 1780475 Land and Ranch Company of Texas

186± Acres | Property ID: 2083660 Hall and Hall

623± Acres | Property ID: 2124972 Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

1,065± Acres | Property ID: 2267051 Land and Ranch Company of Texas

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1,400± Acres | Property ID: 2061405 The duPerier Texas Land Man

507± Acres | Property ID: 2083622 Republic Ranches

650± Acres | Property ID: 2268051 Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

462± Acres | Property ID: 2059713 Helm Land & Cattle/David Little RE

450± Acres | Property ID: 1500244 Century 21 Patterson Agency

2,476± Acres | Property ID: 1650495 Hall and Hall

REGION 5 GULF COAST-BRAZOS

Austin County

PAGE 206

Austin County

PAGE 209

Brazoria County

PAGE 219

Brazos County

PAGE 181

77.33± Acres | Property ID: 1693920 5 Star Country Properties

Austin County

114± Acres Texas First Real Estate

PAGE 216

86.67± Acres | Property ID: 2055413 Martha Turner Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

88.28± Acres | Property ID: 845118 Bill Johnson & Associates

287± Acres | Property ID: 2302181 Markham Realty

96± Acres | Property ID: 1748014 5 Star Country Properties

120.65± Acres | Property ID: 2268576 Tri-County Realty, LLC LANDSOFTEXASMAGAZINE.COM

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Colorado County

PAGE 230

DeWitt County

PAGE 155

Fayette County

PAGE 216

Grimes County

PAGE 180

Grimes County

PAGE 180

Grimes County

PAGE 180

Grimes County

PAGE 211

Harris County

PAGE 206

PAGE 111

Lavaca County

PAGE 154

Liberty County

PAGE 222

Liberty County

PAGE 222

192.5± Acres | Property ID: 2098378 Heritage Texas Country Properties

43± Acres Markham Realty

Jefferson County

130± Acres | Property ID: 2291733 Land InvesTex, LLC

301± Acres | Property ID: 2039599 La Gloria Land Company

54.27± Acres | Property ID: 1709605 Markham Realty

198± Acres Texas Ranch Brokers

89± Acres | Property ID: 1983654 Texas First Real Estate

198± Acres | Property ID: 2267595 Jacobs Properties

421± Acres | Property ID: 2121518 HomeLand Properties

28± Acres | Property ID: 2302109 Markham Realty

20± Acres | Property ID: 1803460 5 Star Country Properties

432± Acres | Property ID: 2110737 HomeLand Properties

Liberty County

PAGE 222

Madison County

PAGE 169

Matagorda County

PAGE 167

Matagorda County

PAGE 167

Walker County

PAGE 180

Walker County

PAGE 180

Walker County

PAGE 180

Walker County

PAGE 180

795± Acres | Property ID: 2088266 HomeLand Properties

18.52± Acres | Property ID: 1801851 Markham Realty 56

2,340± Acres | Property ID: 1158675 David O Faust, Broker

27.08± Acres | Property ID: 2027641 Markham Realty

55.1± Acres | Property ID: 1095074 Meek Ranch Sales

78± Acres | Property ID: 1699591 Markham Realty

55.1± Acres | Property ID: 1095082 Meek Ranch Sales

114.8± Acres | Property ID: 1760895 Markham Realty

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Walker County

PAGE 180

Walker County

PAGE 180

Walker County

Waller County

PAGE 206

Waller County

PAGE 219

Washington County

208.52± Acres | Property ID: 2031790 Markham Realty

15± Acres | Property ID: 1974567 5 Star Country Properties

284.42± Acres | Property ID: 18321 Markham Realty

396± Acres | Property ID: 2268002 Martha Turner Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

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330± Acres | Property ID: 1799393 Jacobs Properties

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15± Acres | Property ID: 2267033 5 Star Country Properties

Walker County

PAGE 222

Washington County

PAGE 181

468± Acres | Property ID: 2229539 HomeLand Properties

297± Acres | Property ID: 2302194 Markham Realty

REGION 6 SOUTH TEXAS

Washington County

PAGE 181

Atascosa County

PAGE 117

Atascosa County

Comal County

PAGE 185

Comal County

Atascosa County

PAGE 110

Atascosa County

PAGE 119

PAGE 108

Brooks County

PAGE 118

Calhoun County

PAGE 119

PAGE 126

Dimmit County

PAGE 175

Duval County

PAGE 218

941± Acres | Property ID: 2302157 Markham Realty

445± Acres | Property ID: 2088117 Kuper Ranch Sales

104.54± Acres | Property ID: 2102270 KW Realty Luxury/Farm & Ranch

28.94± Acres | Property ID: 1459253 Land InvesTex, LLC

822± Acres | Property ID: 1631172 Land InvesTex, LLC

145± Acres | Property ID: 2042434 Texas Ranches For Sale

1,800± Acres | Property ID: 2043914 Kuper Ranch Sales

120± Acres | Property ID: 2083651 Foster Farm & Ranch Real Estate

171± Acres Kuper Ranch Sales

295± Acres Kuper Ranch Sales

1,835± Acres | Property ID: 2266986 Simpson Ranches and Land LANDSOFTEXASMAGAZINE.COM

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Duval County

PAGE 224

Fayette County

PAGE 159

Fayette County

PAGE 173

Frio County

PAGE 194

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Frio County

PAGE 155

Frio County

PAGE 128

Goliad County

PAGE 186

Hidalgo County

PAGE 204

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Jim Hogg County

PAGE 168

Jim Hogg County

PAGE 155

Jim Wells County

PAGE 186

Jim Wells County

PAGE 135

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Jim Wells County

PAGE 186

Karnes County

PAGE 111

Karnes County

PAGE 110

Karnes County

PAGE 110

M

PAGE 111

Kenedy County

PAGE 187

Kenedy County

PAGE 187

Kleberg County

PAGE 172

2,173± Acres | Property ID: 2291763 Bluestem Ranch Group

874± Acres | Property ID: 1927119 La Gloria Land Company

712± Acres | Property ID: 1788810 Meek Ranch Sales

535± Acres | Property ID: 1120942 Dean & Wallace Real Estate

Karnes County

126± Acres | Property ID: 2256241 Land InvesTex, LLC

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170± Acres | Property ID: 1984633 Republic Ranches

996± Acres | Property ID: 1623357 Phyllis Browning Company

948± Acres | Property ID: 1701702 La Gloria Land Company

9.5± Acres | Property ID: 2256247 Land InvesTex, LLC

171± Acres | Property ID: 1440835 Dean & Wallace Real Estate

198.92± Acres | Property ID: 1060776 Ranch Investments

505± Acres | Property ID: 1489493 Dean & Wallace Real Estate

363± Acres | Property ID: 1814927 Dean & Wallace Real Estate

66± Acres | Property ID: 1754872 Land InvesTex, LLC

1,053± Acres | Property ID: 1150518 Dean & Wallace Real Estate

584± Acres | Property ID: 2100225 J. Gruber Properties

10,000± Acres | Property ID: 2022199 Texas Heritage Brokers, Inc

525± Acres | Property ID: 2134648 Phyllis Browning Company

114.81± Acres | Property ID: 1754882 Land InvesTex, LLC

625± Acres | Property ID: 2251167 Ranch Investments

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La Salle County

PAGE 218

La Salle County

Maverick County

PAGE 118

Maverick County

Medina County

PAGE 194

Medina County

Medina County

PAGE 195

Medina County

PAGE 107

1,531± Acres | Property ID: 1890184 Simpson Ranches and Land

4,590± Acres | Property ID: 1535349 Kuper Ranch Sales

83± Acres | Property ID: 1614756 J. Gruber Properties

172± Acres | Property ID: 1437574 J. Gruber Properties

370± Acres | Property ID: 2302049 Texas Land & Ranch Company

La Salle County

PAGE 165

Maverick County

PAGE 204

McMullen County

PAGE 186

Medina County

PAGE 135

PAGE 107

Medina County

PAGE 125

Medina County

PAGE 195

Medina County

PAGE 119

Medina County

PAGE 105

Medina County

PAGE 194

Medina County

PAGE 117

Medina County

PAGE 103

Medina County

PAGE 195

PAGE 204

1,857± Acres | Property ID: 2128155 Texas Heritage Brokers, Inc

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7,200± Acres | Property ID: 2053854 The duPerier Texas Land Man

98± Acres | Property ID: 2302046 Texas Land & Ranch Company

188± Acres | Property ID: 2096398 Kuper Ranch Sales

400± Acres | Property ID: 2035050 Kuper Ranch Sales

2,002± Acres | Property ID: 1433103 Vester Ranch Sales

1,008± Acres | Property ID: 2101643 Dean & Wallace Real Estate

110± Acres | Property ID: 2082054 Texas Ranches For Sale

215± Acres | Property ID: 1749504 Texas Land & Ranch Company

438± Acres | Property ID: 2059607 Texas Land & Ranch Company

1,038± Acres | Property ID: 1156878 Texas Heritage Brokers, Inc

50± Acres | Property ID: 1731704 Phyllis Browning Company

155± Acres | Property ID: 1882849 J. Gruber Properties

283± Acres | Property ID: 2266738 J. Gruber Properties

600± Acres | Property ID: 2101469 J. Gruber Properties

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Medina County

PAGE 195

Medina County

PAGE 187

Medina County

PAGE 159

Medina County

PAGE 157

Nueces County

PAGE 186

Refugio County

PAGE 187

San Patricio County

PAGE 162

San Patricio County

PAGE 187

Uvalde County

PAGE 106

Uvalde County

PAGE 104

Uvalde County

PAGE 117

Uvalde County

PAGE 104

Uvalde County

PAGE 175

Uvalde County

PAGE 175

Uvalde County

PAGE 117

Uvalde County

PAGE 116

Uvalde County

PAGE 116

Uvalde County

PAGE 171

Uvalde County

PAGE 105

Uvalde County

PAGE 106

725± Acres | Property ID: 1728538 J. Gruber Properties

380± Acres Dean & Wallace Real Estate

50± Acres | Property ID: 2025979 Texas Land & Ranch Company

117± Acres | Property ID: 1980481 Foster Farm & Ranch Real Estate

500± Acres | Property ID: 1766993 Kuper Ranch Sales

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860± Acres | Property ID: 1079925 Dean & Wallace Real Estate

1,200± Acres | Property ID: 1080200 Dean & Wallace Real Estate

70± Acres | Property ID: 2268145 Texas Land & Ranch Company

333± Acres | Property ID: 1145930 Foster Farm & Ranch Real Estate

615± Acres | Property ID: 1766045 Ahern Ranches

971± Acres | Property ID: 1973306 Republic Ranches

225± Acres | Property ID: 1600083 Reno Realty Group

90± Acres | Property ID: 1608252 Kuper Ranch Sales

388± Acres | Property ID: 1999029 Kuper Ranch Sales

672± Acres | Property ID: 177125 Texas Land & Ranch Company

3,000± Acres | Property ID: 2259513 Republic Ranches

1,058± Acres Dean & Wallace Real Estate

115± Acres | Property ID: 978773 Texas Land & Ranch Company

431± Acres | Property ID: 1687039 Kuper Ranch Sales

700± Acres Texas Land & Ranch Company

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REGIONAL PROPERTY INDEX

Uvalde County

PAGE 166

Uvalde County

PAGE 116

Uvalde County

PAGE 116

Uvalde County

PAGE 89

Uvalde County

PAGE 188

Uvalde County

PAGE 91

Val Verde County

PAGE 170

Val Verde County

PAGE 158

Webb County

Webb County

PAGE 164

Webb County

PAGE 158

Zavala County

PAGE 188

Zavala County

PAGE 175

718.42± Acres | Property ID: 1868710 Meek Ranch Sales

2,308± Acres | Property ID: 1024839 The duPerier Texas Land Man

1,032± Acres | Property ID: 920683 Ahern Ranches

5,600± Acres | Property ID: 1456120 Vester Ranch Sales

281± Acres | Property ID: 1062351 Southwest Land Associates, LLC

1,055± Acres | Property ID: 1720806 Kuper Ranch Sales

2,392± Acres Southwest Land Associates, LLC

14,035± Acres | Property ID: 1758597 Republic Ranches

7,003± Acres | Property ID: 2003393 Republic Ranches

713± Acres | Property ID: 1927018 Foster Farm & Ranch Real Estate

Uvalde County

PAGE 174

Val Verde County

PAGE 170

PAGE 174

Webb County

PAGE 118

Wilson County

PAGE 171

Zapata County

PAGE 175

Zavala County

PAGE 99

Zavala County

PAGE 118

1,385± Acres | Property ID: 947831 Kuper Ranch Sales

5,753± Acres The duPerier Texas Land Man

3,845± Acres | Property ID: 1780776 Foster Farm & Ranch Real Estate

67± Acres | Property ID: 1699932 Ahern Ranches

767± Acres | Property ID: 1548861 Texas Land Men

2,268± Acres | Property ID: 2266587 Foster Farm & Ranch Real Estate

302± Acres | Property ID: 1058599 Ahern Ranches

4,666± Acres | Property ID: 1999111 Kuper Ranch Sales

1,192± Acres | Property ID: 1925268 Foster Farm & Ranch Real Estate

917± Acres | Property ID: 2085204 Kuper Ranch Sales

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Zavala County

PAGE 188

1,303± Acres | Property ID: 2046933 Southwest Land Associates, LLC

Zavala County

PAGE 97

Zavala County

Bandera County

PAGE 110

Bandera County

PAGE 111

Bandera County

PAGE 111

2,124± Acres | Property ID: 1049617 Texas Land Men

PAGE 189

2,495± Acres Southwest Land Associates, LLC

Zavala County

PAGE 192

3,525± Acres | Property ID: 1128254 Lockhart Real Estate

REGION 7 HILL COUNTRY

8± Acres | Property ID: 1953269 Land InvesTex, LLC

14± Acres | Property ID: 1953234 Land InvesTex, LLC

47.28± Acres | Property ID: 1777300 Land InvesTex, LLC

Bandera County

PAGE 110

Bandera County

PAGE 106

Bandera County

PAGE 104

Bandera County

PAGE 107

Bandera County

PAGE 103

Bandera County

PAGE 111

Bandera County

PAGE 124

Bandera County

PAGE 184

Bandera County

PAGE 129

Bandera County

PAGE 100

Bandera County

PAGE 90

Bandera County

PAGE 171

70± Acres | Property ID: 1089186 Land InvesTex, LLC

156± Acres | Property ID: 1601271 Texas Land & Ranch Company

304± Acres | Property ID: 1166420 Phyllis Browning Company 62

90± Acres | Property ID: 1039048 Texas Land & Ranch Company

185± Acres | Property ID: 960021 Land InvesTex, LLC

306± Acres | Property ID: 2059549 Texas Land & Ranch Company

140± Acres | Property ID: 1932610 Texas Land & Ranch Company

215± Acres | Property ID: 2268436 Texas Ranches For Sale

308± Acres The duPerier Texas Land Man

150± Acres | Property ID: 2059526 Texas Land & Ranch Company

254± Acres | Property ID: 1028404 KW Realty Luxury/Farm & Ranch

335± Acres | Property ID: 1547552 Ahern Ranches

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Bandera County

PAGE 102

Bandera County

PAGE 185

Bandera County

PAGE 107

Bandera County

PAGE 115

Bandera County

PAGE 120

Bandera County

PAGE 121

Bandera County

PAGE 99

Bastrop County

PAGE 189

Bastrop County

PAGE 133

Bastrop County

PAGE 189

Bastrop County

PAGE 131

Bell County

PAGE 152

Bell County

PAGE 112

Blanco County

PAGE 130

Blanco County

PAGE 217

Blanco County

PAGE 115

Blanco County

PAGE 115

Blanco County

PAGE 138

Bosque County

PAGE 139

Brown County

PAGE 158

369± Acres | Property ID: 918823 Texas Land & Ranch Company

1,131± Acres | Property ID: 2090611 Texas Ranches For Sale

244± Acres | Property ID: 2126022 Phyllis Browning Company

1,252± Acres | Property ID: 1766993 Kuper Ranch Sales

831± Acres | Property ID: 1026028 Kuper Ranch Sales

424.1± Acres | Property ID: 1570826 KW Realty Luxury/Farm & Ranch

1,168± Acres | Property ID: 2103417 Texas Ranches For Sale

292± Acres | Property ID: 1942591 Southwest Land Associates, LLC

20± Acres Phyllis Browning Company

831± Acres | Property ID: 1380169 Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

480± Acres | Property ID: 1600901 Texas Land & Ranch Company

2,778± Acres | Property ID: 1597592 Texas Land Men

352± Acres | Property ID: 2304504 Phyllis Browning Company

98± Acres | Property ID: 1749491 Adkins & Associates

3,745± Acres | Property ID: 1126304 Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

530± Acres | Property ID: 1808669 Kuper Ranch Sales

172± Acres | Property ID: 1943949 Southwest Land Associates, LLC

533.77± Acres | Property ID: 1033759 Texas Ranch Brokers

516± Acres | Property ID: 1980372 Kuper Ranch Sales

929± Acres | Property ID: 1973450 Republic Ranches LANDSOFTEXASMAGAZINE.COM

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Burnet County

PAGE 152

Burnet County

PAGE 182

Burnet County

PAGE 183

Burnet County

PAGE 153

Burnet County

PAGE 183

Burnet County

PAGE 183

Burnet County

PAGE 125

Burnet County

PAGE 133

Burnet County

PAGE 182

Burnet County

PAGE 183

Burnet County

PAGE 151

Burnet County

PAGE 172

Burnet County

PAGE 182

Burnet County

PAGE 84

Burnet County

PAGE 153

Burnet County

PAGE 153

Comanche County

PAGE 114

Coryell County

PAGE 154

Eastland County

PAGE 201

Eastland County

PAGE 200

30± Acres | Property ID: 1511221 Texas Ranch Brokers

150± Acres | Property ID: 1437571 Jim Berry Hill Country Ranch Sales

206± Acres | Property ID: 1793932 Jim Berry Hill Country Ranch Sales

512± Acres | Property ID: 1793902 Jim Berry Hill Country Ranch Sales

750± Acres | Property ID: 1758832 Kuper Ranch Sales

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119± Acres | Property ID: 1902892 Jim Berry Hill Country Ranch Sales

178± Acres | Property ID: 1881054 Jim Berry Hill Country Ranch Sales

244± Acres | Property ID: 954595 Jim Berry Hill Country Ranch Sales

640± Acres | Property ID: 2259275 Ranch Investments

209± Acres | Property ID: 1779035 Texas Ranch Brokers

142± Acres | Property ID: 2002355 Jim Berry Hill Country Ranch Sales

187± Acres | Property ID: 2088206 Texas Ranches For Sale

248.93± Acres | Property ID: 1762622 Texas Ranch Brokers

1,003± Acres | Property ID: 1376727 Texas Ranch Brokers

186± Acres | Property ID: 1632181 Campbell Farm & Ranch

145± Acres | Property ID: 1932568 Texas Ranch Brokers

202± Acres | Property ID: 2082100 Phyllis Browning Company

337± Acres | Property ID: 1868717 Ranch Investments

1,315± Acres | Property ID: 920666 Texas Ranch Brokers

320± Acres | Property ID: 1666661 Campbell Farm & Ranch

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REGIONAL PROPERTY INDEX

Erath County

PAGE 143

Falls County

PAGE 142

Gillespie County

PAGE 197

Gillespie County

PAGE 208

Gillespie County

PAGE 125

Gillespie County

PAGE 208

Gillespie County

PAGE 161

Gillespie County

PAGE 197

Gillespie County

PAGE 196

Gillespie County

PAGE 126

Gillespie County

PAGE 196

Gillespie County

PAGE 155

Gillespie County

PAGE 197

Gillespie County

PAGE 196

Gillespie County

PAGE 82

Gillespie County

PAGE 208

Gillespie County

PAGE 88

Gillespie County

PAGE 173

Hamilton County

1,500± Acres | Property ID: 1180765 Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

86± Acres | Property ID: 1934623 Texas Ranches For Sale

162± Acres Fredericksburg Realty

288± Acres Fredericksburg Realty

927± Acres | Property ID: 1921310 The duPerier Texas Land Man

951± Acres | Property ID: 2050591 Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

92.6± Acres | Property ID: 2236005 Nixon Real Estate

208± Acres | Property ID: 2058668 Texas Ranches For Sale

300± Acres | Property ID: 1702408 Fredericksburg Realty

1,318± Acres | Property ID: 1183699 Ranch Investments

61± Acres | Property ID: 1702346 Fredericksburg Realty

95± Acres | Property ID: 2070940 Reno Realty Group

220± Acres Fredericksburg Realty

370± Acres | Property ID: 2266455 Phyllis Browning Co./Evans and Assoc.

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213± Acres | Property ID: 2059549 5 Star Country Properties

74.93± Acres | Property ID: 2080405 Nixon Real Estate

138± Acres Fredericksburg Realty

232± Acres | Property ID: 2265557 La Gloria Land Company

371± Acres | Property ID: 1633171 Nixon Real Estate

Hamilton County

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1,150± Acres | Property ID: 2045502 Kuper Ranch Sales

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Hamilton County

PAGE 114

Hamilton County

PAGE 114

Hays County

PAGE 226

Hays County

PAGE 226

Hays County

PAGE 96

Hays County

PAGE 95

Kendall County

PAGE 125

Kendall County

PAGE 110

Kendall County

Kendall County

PAGE 123

Kendall County

PAGE 130

Bandera County

PAGE 184

Bandera County

PAGE 134

1,900± Acres | Property ID: 1725623 Kuper Ranch Sales

22.42± Acres | Property ID: 957210 RE/MAX Real Properties

5± Acres | Property ID: 2124993 Texas Ranches For Sale

45± Acres | Property ID: 1627368 Texas Ranches For Sale

306± Acres | Property ID: 1908588 KW Realty Luxury/Farm & Ranch

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2,675± Acres | Property ID: 1725616 Kuper Ranch Sales

25± Acres | Property ID: 1779360 Texas Land Men

8.32± Acres | Property ID: 1670858 Land InvesTex, LLC

49± Acres | Property ID: 2032000 Phyllis Browning Company

306± Acres | Property ID: 2134647 Phyllis Browning Company

Hays County

PAGE 226

Hays County

PAGE 217

PAGE 185

Kendall County

PAGE 134

Kendall County

PAGE 124

Bandera County

PAGE 170

Bandera County

PAGE 109

Bandera County

PAGE 122

5.58± Acres | Property ID: 1990883 RE/MAX Real Properties

92± Acres | Property ID: 1810985 Texas Land Men

27.5± Acres | Property ID: 47092 KW Realty Luxury/Farm & Ranch

66± Acres | Property ID: 2042420 Texas Ranches For Sale

306± Acres | Property ID: 2031978 Land InvesTex, LLC

9.49± Acres | Property ID: 2008702 RE/MAX Real Properties

350± Acres | Property ID: 1754969 Adkins and Associates

37± Acres | Property ID: 1938945 Phyllis Browning Company

306± Acres | Property ID: 1581285 Ahern Ranches

127± Acres | Property ID: 2267157 Texas Ranches For Sale

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Bandera County

PAGE 126

Bandera County

PAGE 205

Bandera County

PAGE 162

Kendall County

PAGE 169

7

Kendall County

PAGE 121

Kendall County

PAGE 149

Kendall County

PAGE 90

Kerr County

PAGE 127

4

Kerr County

PAGE 205

Kerr County

PAGE 87

Kerr County

PAGE 98

Kerr County

PAGE 197

Kerr County

PAGE 95

Kerr County

PAGE 161

Kerr County

PAGE 94

Kerr County

PAGE 160

Kerr County

PAGE 123

Kerr County

PAGE 161

Kerr County

PAGE 102

Kerr County

PAGE 98

2

128± Acres | Property ID: 1408147 Texas Ranches For Sale

247± Acres | Property ID: 2125920 Texas Ranches For Sale

49.38± Acres | Property ID: 1992491 Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty

108± Acres | Property ID: 2100307 Texas Land Men

153± Acres | Property ID: 2260333 Texas Ranches For Sale

138± Acres | Property ID: 945542 Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty

347± Acres | Property ID: 1171144 LANDTX

59± Acres | Property ID: 1187419 Hood Real Estate

117± Acres | Property ID: 2268335 Reno Realty Group

160± Acres | Property ID: 1184449 Reno Realty Group

189± Acres | Property ID: 1696611 Reno Realty Group

645± Acres The duPerier Texas Land Man

67± Acres Texas Land Men

127± Acres | Property ID: 1128810 Texas Land Men

210± Acres | Property ID: 1949681 Texas Land & Ranch Company

224± Acres | Property ID: 1155944 David O. Faust, Broker

21± Acres | Property ID: 1892284 Texas Ranches For Sale

96± Acres Fredericksburg Realty

136± Acres | Property ID: 1813113 Reno Realty Group

225± Acres | Property ID: 2046795 Texas Land Men

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Kerr County

PAGE 93

Kerr County

PAGE 160

Kerr County

PAGE 146

Kerr County

PAGE 92

Kerr County

PAGE 160

Kerr County

PAGE 92

Kerr County

PAGE 88

Kerr County

PAGE 123

Kerr County

PAGE 97

Kerr County

PAGE 115

Kerr County

PAGE 120

Kerr County

PAGE 80

287± Acres | Property ID: 2053838 The duPerier Texas Land Man

307± Acres | Property ID: 2103183 Reno Realty Group

845± Acres Texas Land Men

296± Acres | Property ID: 2033654 Reno Realty Group

450± Acres | Property ID: 2031761 The duPerier Texas Land Man

1,205± Acres | Property ID: 2035263 Kuper Ranch Sales

297± Acres | Property ID: 1729735 LANDTX

552± Acres | Property ID: 2053846 The duPerier Texas Land Man

1,353± Acres | Property ID: 2107326 Texas Ranches For Sale

300± Acres | Property ID: 2053842 The duPerier Texas Land Man

806± Acres | Property ID: 2118515 Texas Ranches For Sale

4,608± Acres | Property ID: 2053744 Hood Real Estate

Kimble County

PAGE 124

Kimble County

PAGE 170

Lampasas County

PAGE 150

Lampasas County

PAGE 172

Lampasas County

PAGE 229

Lampasas County

PAGE 154

Lee County

PAGE 230

Lee County

PAGE 129

209± Acres | Property ID: 1808012 Texas Ranches For Sale

708.03± Acres | Property ID: 1973576 Nix Realty Company

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793± Acres | Property ID: 920404 Ahern Ranches

779± Acres Texas Ranch Brokers

400± Acres | Property ID: 1749522 Texas Ranch Brokers

98± Acres | Property ID: 2096593 Heritage Texas Country Properties

658± Acres | Property ID: 1803721 Ranch Investments

145± Acres | Property ID: 1788932 Phyllis Browning Company

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Lee County

PAGE 129

Lee County

PAGE 229

Lee County

PAGE 157

Llano County

PAGE 207

Llano County

PAGE 196

Llano County

PAGE 152

Llano County

PAGE 214

Llano County

PAGE 147

Llano County

PAGE 156

Mason County

PAGE 202

Mason County

PAGE 202

Mason County

PAGE 207

Mason County

PAGE 149

Mason County

PAGE 207

McCulloch County

PAGE 122

McCulloch County

McCulloch County

PAGE 170

McCulloch County

PAGE 144

McLennan County

PAGE 231

Menard County

170± Acres | Property ID: 1788931 Phyllis Browning Company

180± Acres | Property ID: 2070173 Fredericksburg Realty

4,500± Acres | Property ID: 2259692 Republic Ranches

447± Acres LANDTX

891± Acres | Property ID: 1181517 Ahern Ranches

403± Acres TX Real Estate People LLC

225± Acres | Property ID: 1361671 Texas Ranch Brokers

7.76± Acres | Property ID: 2090594 Nine Bar Land & Cattle

490.55± Acres | Property ID: 1106952 Frosty Miller Ranch Realty, Inc

6,453± Acres LANDTX

1,204± Acres | Property ID: 2108712 Republic Ranches

1,338± Acres | Property ID: 1092691 FINDARANCH.com

334± Acres | Property ID: 2237974 Nine Bar Land & Cattle

602± Acres | Property ID: 2304582 Texas Ranches For Sale

354± Acres | Property ID: 1938944 Coldwell Banker Jim Stewart, Realtors

7.7± Acres | Property ID: 2218015 Frosty Miller Ranch Realty, Inc

2,000± Acres | Property ID: 1942841 LANDTX

402± Acres | Property ID: 1728870 Frosty Miller Ranch Realty, Inc

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1,844± Acres | Property ID: 1559024 RE/MAX Real Properties

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735± Acres | Property ID: 1813281 The duPerier Texas Land Man

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Menard County

PAGE 94

2,313± Acres | Property ID: 1927059 Texas Land Men

Menard County

PAGE 214

Milam County

PAGE 170

Milam County

PAGE 170

2,545± Acres FINDARANCH.com

70± Acres | Property ID: 1178677 Ahern Ranches

800± Acres | Property ID: 1161546 Ahern Ranches

Milam County

PAGE 170

Milam County

PAGE 141

Mills County

PAGE 172

Mills County

PAGE 207

Real County

PAGE 168

Real County

PAGE 124

Real County

PAGE 160

Real County

PAGE 105

Real County

PAGE 168

Real County

PAGE 191

Real County

PAGE 86

Real County

PAGE 101

Travis County

PAGE 225

Williamson County

PAGE 183

Williamson County

810± Acres | Property ID: 1191122 Ahern Ranches

25.3± Acres | Property ID: 1642410 Meek Ranch Sales

309± Acres | Property ID: 1582279 Meek Ranch Sales

4.3± Acres | Property ID: 1367245 Kinney Company Real Estate

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1,034± Acres | Property ID: 1946013 Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

110± Acres | Property ID: 2226643 Texas Ranches For Sale

544± Acres | Property ID: 1886645 Tejas Properties

69± Acres | Property ID: 1942714 Jim Berry Hill Country Ranch Sales

335± Acres | Property ID: 2005132 Ranch Investments

203± Acres | Property ID: 2080426 Reno Realty Group

754± Acres | Property ID: 914150 Hood Real Estate

388± Acres | Property ID: 1720651 Frosty Miller Ranch Realty, Inc

275± Acres | Property ID: 1803482 Texas Land & Ranch Company

828± Acres | Property ID: 1919335 Texas Land & Ranch Company

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786± Acres | Property ID: 1566058 Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

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REGIONAL PROPERTY INDEX NATIONAL LAND LISTINGS

COUNTIES BY STATE COLORADO Custer Delta Huerfano Mesa Ouray Routt

KANSAS Butler

NEW MEXICO Colfax Guadalupe OKLAHOMA Tulsa

5

Custer County, CO

PAGE 213

Delta County, CO

PAGE 210

Huerfano County, CO

306± Acres | Property ID: 2128047 Scott Land Company, LLC

PAGE 198

150± Acres | Property ID: 2266514 Mason Real Estate

Mesa County, CO

PAGE 210

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Mesa County, CO

PAGE 210

Mesa County, CO

PAGE 210

Ouray County, CO

PAGE 228

Routt County, CO

PAGE 213

Butler County, KS

PAGE 223

Colfax County, NM

PAGE 199

Guadalupe County, NM PAGE 198 Tulsa County, OK

325± Acres | Property ID: 1868887 Ranch Marketing Associates

198.92± Acres | Property ID: 2266478 Mason Real Estate

6,459± Acres | Property ID: 2256085 Hall and Hall

1,577± Acres | Property ID: 1818001 Mason Real Estate

1,720± Acres | Property ID: 2266551 Mason Real Estate

9,200± Acres | Property ID: 1887954 Scott Land Company, LLC

1,000± Acres Ponderosa Real Estate

9,385.81± Acres | Property ID: 1889939 Scott Land Company, LLC

587± Acres | Property ID: 1754999 Ranch Marketing Associates

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3,290± Acres | Property ID: 1188786 Hall and Hall

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SHOWCASE PROPERTY

“There’ll come a day when a barrel of water is worth more than a barrel of oil.”

Charlie Flagg in Elmer Kelton’ classic novel, The Time It Never Rained

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Pinto Creek Ranch

2,447± Acres in Kinney County

It’s no secret water is becoming a rare, precious commodity in Texas. On Pinto Creek Ranch, located six miles west of Bracketville on Highway 90, though, it’s abundant. A combination of live creeks and artesian wells set the 2,447-acre property apart as a prime recreational ranch and a superlative investment.

JAMES L. AHERN JR., Broker james@ahernranches.com (210) 827-0505

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JIM AHERN, Agent jahern@acornand.com (210)410-2170

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Water Pinto Creek ranch is home to two, year-round, live water streams. About one mile of Pinto Creek and two miles of West Pinto Creek meander through the ranch, eventually converging. At the convergence, they’re dammed, creating an oasis for canoeing, kayaking, and fly fishing for the native species found in the creeks.

The water course, lined with large pecans and elms, creates an environment similar to that found on the banks of the Guadalupe River without the crowds.

Because both banks of the creeks are within the ranch’s interior, the experience is completely private and protected from trespass.

Pinto Creek Ranch also has two artesian wells, one of which produces 200 gallons–250 gallons per minute year-round. It flows to the surface without a pump, filling the three-acre reservoir near the main house. The water gravityflows from the reservoir providing irrigation to the property’s farming operation.

A second artesian well produces about 60 gallon per minute. Its ever-present water helps drought-proof the ranch. The water flows into a system of six-inch PVC pipe that connects the artesian well to all of the ranch’s stock tanks, ensuring they will never run dry. All of the tanks have been stocked with black bass, sun perch, and catfish for hours of angling fun.

In addition, Pinto Creek Ranch owns 130-acre feet of grandfathered irrigation (pumping) rights out of Pinto Creek, which will transfer with the ranch’s sale. An acre-foot of water equals 325,851 gallons. The new owner of Pinto Creek Ranch will have access to more than 42.4 million gallons of water from Pinto Creek each year through these rights. Irrigation (pumping) rights in Texas are an asset.

Pinto Creek Ranch, which sits above the Trinity-Edwards Aquifer, is governed by the Kinney County Water District. Other water districts in the region typically grant two acre-feet of water for every surface acre owned. If the Kinney County Water District follows this precedent, the owner of Pinto Creek Ranch, based on its 2,447-acre size, could have access to 4,894 acre-feet or more than 1.6 billion gallons of groundwater per year.

As a reference point, Edwards Aquifer water rights, currently, are worth $6,800 per transferrable acre-foot. If the Kinney County Water District follows the precedent of other groundwater districts in the region, Pinto Creek Ranch’s groundwater rights could be a significant economic asset.

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Farming Pinto Creek Ranch is home to a 100-acre coastal hay field and a 100-acre commercial pecan grove. With brush clearing, the farming operation could be expanded to up to 800 acres.

The farming operation is irrigated using artesian well water.

Because the water flows to the surface without a pump, there is no electricity cost. As any irrigated farmer can confirm, electricity is the highest input. The ability to irrigate for free is a huge competitive advantage and bottom line booster.

For those who don’t want to manage an agriculture operation, the access to irrigation makes it possible to lease out the agricultural operation, creating another income stream without the responsibilities of management.

Wildlife For the past six years, the high-fenced ranch has been managed intensively for white-tailed deer. The program has been built on superior, imported genetics. During this past season, a hunter harvested a buck that scored 221 B&C. In addition to whitetails, the ranch is home to blackbuck antelope and axis deer, both exotics, meaning hunting opportunities exist year-round.

All feeders and blinds transfer with the sale. The ranch also has a 20’x40’ walk-in cooler and a commercial-quality meat room.

With its superior wildlife, top-notch equipment, and ample lodging, the ranch could easily become a commercial hunting operation, creating another income stream.

The Rest While Pinto Creek Ranch offers a unique investment potential, it doesn’t skimp on amenities that make family and friends want to gather around a fire pit and make memories. The main house, with its soaring ceilings and open floor plan, encourages people to mix and mingle. A three-bedroom bunkhouse provides plenty of room for guests or hunting clients.

There is also a foreman’s house allowing someone to always be on-site. The barns, which are insulated and built on concrete slabs, were originally used by the San Antonio Livestock Show and Exposition to house livestock behind the Joe and Harry Freeman Coliseum.

The Opportunity Experience the opportunity that is the Pinto Creek Ranch by contacting James L. Ahern, Jr. with Ahern Ranches at (210) 8270505 to set up a private tour. This one-of-a-kind ranch recently has been reduced from $9.1 million to $7.5 million.

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Morning Star Ranch 19,202± ACRES | VAL VERDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1187404

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Morning Star Ranch, located in Val Verde County, is 19,202 acres of uniqueness. Situated on the southwestern edge of the Edwards Plateau, the ranch offers stunning beauty and the vegetation that is famous for growing exceptional wildlife. Equidistant from Sonora, Rock Springs and Del Rio, with four miles of frontage on Highway 277 and a 50’ X 4200’ airstrip, coming and going is easy. Long-term wildlife management efforts have resulted in thriving populations of white-tailed deer, white wing dove, turkey as well as elk, blackbuck, Mouflon sheep, Auodad sheep, Barbados sheep, Iranian red sheep, fallow deer and axis deer. There are more than 50 deer blinds and 75 feeders, suitable for both rifle and bowhunting. All equipment transfers with the property. The Morning Star features four compounds, each with its own character for living and entertaining: the Little Diamond Headquarters, the Indian Hill Headquarters, the Airport Headquarters and the McCrea Headquarters.The Little Diamond Headquarters features the recently restored Bergeron Home relocated from a plantation on the Mississippi River. The Indian Hill Headquarters features the ranch’s newest home. The hilltop location provides a spectacular 360⁰ view that includes Red Bluff Creek. The three-bedroom, two-bath home, featuring native cedar and native stone and a wraparound porch, was designed with outdoor entertaining in mind. The ranch has 20 water wells and five stock ponds. In addition, the ranch will be the site of the region’s first wind energy and solar energy development. The Texas Nature Conservancy has also expressed interest in preserving the ranch’s unique environment through a conservation easement. While the decision to enact a conservation easement would be completely voluntary, it could provide significant tax benefits. This exceptional ranch is offered for $30,000,000.

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Los Cañones Ranch 4,107± ACRES | EDWARDS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1187338

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Los CaĂąones Ranch is a completely outfitted dream for a family seeking a private getaway, a CEO searching for a corporate retreat, or an investor looking for a turnkey commercial hunting operation. Located 40 miles southwest of Rocksprings, the completely high-fenced ranch, which features a lighted helipad and has been approved as the site of a 4,200-foot landing strip, has both privacy and accessibility. Larger aircraft can land at the Del Rio International Airport, which is a short 40-minute drive. The ranch is transected by 20 miles of all-weather roads, which are supplemented by host of secondary roads. The land itself offers a changing panorama of sweeping views, ruggedly beautiful canyons, limestone caves, and valleys forested with a mix of pion pine, walnut, cedar, mountain laurel, persimmon and a variety of oaks. The diverse habitat is home to well-managed populations of native and exotic wildlife, including white-tailed deer, axis deer, blackbuck antelope, scimitar-horned oryx, gemsbok antelope, aoudad sheep, red sheep, Rio Grande turkeys and dove. Ranch inventory includes all the necessary feeders, blinds and watering stations to support a wildlife enterprise as well as a 15,000-square-foot equipment building and an 800-square-foot shop to keep the operation running smoothly. Five water wells supply adequate water and the water distribution system includes 200,000 gallons of freshwater storage. When it is time to come inside, the 5,200-square-foot lodge, reminiscent of those found in the Rocky Mountains, is the perfect place to relax. The lodge, with its soaring ceilings, native rock floors and dry-stacked stone fireplace, has five bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, easily accommodating family, friends and colleagues. To further enhance the experience, the lodge boasts a heated, saltwater swimming pool and Jacuzzi right outside. In addition, the ranch includes a bunk house, a pilots home, a ranch managers home, and quarters for ranch employees. Los Caones Ranch offers a rare opportunity for buyers who want to enjoy the opportunities of ranch ownership immediately.

All ranch equipment, furnishings and household goods convey with the purchase, so the new owners can begin living their dreams without delay. This one-of-a-kind property is offered for $1,550 per acre. To claim this dream for yourself, contact Howard W. Hood for a private showing. Price: $6,365,850

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Shin Oak Ranch 4,608± ACRES | KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2053744

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The 4,608-acre± Shin Oak Ranch in Kerr County , located about 27 miles north of Leakey, possesses gently rolling hills, strategically cleared juniper, live oak mottes, and shin oak stands. The high-fenced property, which is intensively managed under TPWD’s MLDP program, is divided into a 2,500acre pasture and a 2,100-acre pasture. The larger pasture houses an improved whitetail herd as well Blackbuck antelope, Axis deer and Red lechwe. The smaller pasture holds native whitetails, Axis deer and Blackbuck. There are 48 deer feeders and 19 deer blinds scattered throughout, offering both rifle and bow hunting. The ranch has five ponds outfitted for pumping and eight water wells, making water readily available throughout the ranch. All ranch roads are paved or crushed rock. A 40’ x 100’ barn offers a covered game cleaning area that includes a walk-in cooler and freezer. There is also a five-acre game-proofed soft release deer pen. The accommodations include three quadruplex log cabins, each featuring four bedrooms with four private baths, and a triplex cabin with three bedrooms and three baths. In addition, the ranch features a 60’ x 30’ kitchen area with an adjoining dining hall and bar, a 30’ x 30’ game room, and a fire pit. The ranch also has a 30’ x 75’ double-wide five-bedroom, three-bath mobile home. The Shin Oak Ranch offers authentic Hill Country style for $2,795 per acre.

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Rio Escondido 370 Acres in Gillespie County Property ID: 2266455

The secluded Rio Escondido ranch offers abundant water features including crystal-clear creek frontage and a spring fed lake, as well as a beautiful custom home, guest house and rolling tree cover, just minutes from Kerrville and Fredericksburg.

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Rio Escondido’s main house offers five bedrooms, five baths and two half-baths. The main level includes a gourmet kitchen with butler’s pantry, and an additional kitchen is included on the second level. The main house also includes a gun/storm room, game/media room, study, screened-in sleeping porch and three gas fireplaces with wood-burning capability. The home was built by Duecker Construction out of Fredericksburg. Over the past 50 years, Duecker Construction has been a part of many famous projects, including Tommy Lee Jones’ ranch house and the National Museum of the Pacific War. Most fences on the property are updated, and some pastures are cross fenced with cattle guards. Rio Escondidio features two Barns, one equipment shed, and one small horse pasture with rock sleeping stalls. The high-fenced garden area offers fruit trees, a wine cellar and pavilion. The ranch is under Wildlife Management program, and is easy to maintain. The property’s seven auto feeders and water features attract abundant wildlife including whitetail deer, black buck antelope, turkey, axis deer, fox, rabbits, hogs, ducks, dove, a large variety of birds and a few other exotics. The property has been hunted minimally for the past seven years, and includes seven deer stand. Rio Escondido’s main lake and river lakes are stocked with black bass, native Guadalupe bass, bream, minnows and other native feature. The property’s vegetation includes a good mix of native trees such as post oak, live oak, elm, red oak, black jack oak, cedar and other varieties of trees and plants.

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TWIN CREEKS RANCH 640± ACRES IN BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2259275 For the first time in over twenty years, the opportunity has arisen to own one of the most special and treasured ranches in all of Central Texas. A truly remarkable and rare find one hour from downtown Austin, the Twin Creeks Ranch near Marble Falls is a live water paradise.

With magnificent rock-bottomed Hamilton Creek traversing this rolling, Hill Country ranch for well over a mile and spring-fed Hairston Creek for nearly a half-mile there is no lack of live water. An engineered, concrete dam on Hairston Creek creates a permanent body of water of over five acres in size that affords excellent fishing for bass, catfish and bluegill. At the confluence of the two creeks, a magnificent 5,200 square-foot custom home was built-in the perfect location to fully appreciate the natural beauty of both creeks. The site is extremely private being over a half-mile from the nearest public road with none of the improvements visible from neighboring ranches. Sitting on the back porch overlooking the creek, you feel like you are hundreds of miles from civilization! This truly relaxing and peaceful setting must be seen to be appreciated. Excellent wildlife habitat exists with a wide variety of trees, brush and native grasses such as live oak, elm, sycamore, pecan, mesquite, cedar, persimmon and others. The entire ranch is enclosed by an eight-foot game proof fence and is home to excellent herds of whitetail deer and Rocky Mountain elk. A true sportsmen’s paradise offering the finest in hunting and fishing on a square mile of the magnificent Texas Hill Country! Rolling hills, wide meandering creek bottoms, open meadows and dense brush offer the diversity necessary to make this the perfect hunting ranch. Minerals available. Offered at $9,500,000

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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. Enjoy the stunning new 52.67- by 31.67-foot swimming pool and hot tub, fireplace and 19.42- by 19-foot outdoor kitchen with grills and sink.

Also included is a large barn with a walk-in cooler. Amazing wildlife cover this ranch with whitetail deer, turkeys and exotics, including axis, aoudad, fallow, blackbuck and Scimitarhorned Oryx. This home on the range has huge possibilities for a corporate retreat, family getaway or hunting ranch. Call today for a showing. Price: $5,000,000

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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: $3,600,000

Mayo Ranch 59± ACRES | KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1187419 The Mayo Ranch is nestled into the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Within its high-fenced borders, you can experience the full spectrum of Hill Country beauty: diverse native hardwoods, gently rolling hills, oak pastures with abundant grass, a variety of native wildlife, two spring-fed creeks and rich bottomland. Only minutes from Kerrville’s amenities, this property, outfitted with its own private security gate, fronts on Highway 16. Enjoy a peaceful picnic on the banks of the large pond located in the pasture area or in the shaded tranquility of 1,000± feet of the beautiful spring-fed Lower Turtle Creek. Improvements include a two-bedroom, two-bath, two-story, wood cabin, that was remodeled in 2002, and features antique-pine floors and a rock fireplace. A large 16- by 40-foot barn, gazebo, and bunkhouse with covered porches overlooking the two creeks complete the hospitality infrastructure. Here you will experience the Hill Country’s most desirable landscape features without ever leaving your ranch. The property is offered for $1,750,000 $1,450,000.

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Turtle Creek Ranch

552± ACRES | KERR COUNTY

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927± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY

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The stunning Turtle Creek meanders across the north side of the property. The majority of the ranch is high-fenced. Improvements include a stone home with pool and outdoor entertainment area, two additional homes, and barns. The ranch is easily accessible by Highway 173 frontage and Lower Turtle Creek Road.

This 927 acre property offers breathtaking views, good soils for improved grasses and incredible live water. Two live creeks flow through the ranch offering true, year-round water. Conveniently located near Fredericksburg, Texas, this ranch is abundant with native wildife.

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This is a true sportsman’s paradise. With four lakes, the largest being over 250 acres, this high-fenced ranch has an abundance of surface water. Rosita Creek and its tributaries wind through the ranch providing water to lakes, stock tanks, and use by wildlife. Improvements include an 8,000-square-foot lodge, tennis court, 7,000 foot paved runway, hangar, office, hunters house, paved roads, and city water.

Rosita Creek Ranch

7,200± ACRES | MAVERICK COUNTY

Utopia Ranch

Here lies 2,308 acres of improved grasses, steep mountains, valleys, both sides of Onion Creek, and cypress-lined Sabinal River. This ranch has so much to offer with incredible views, springs, and good roads throughout the entire 2,308± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY property. It is home to native and exotic wildlife alike. Large ranches like this are hard to find.

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Turkey Knob Ranch

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Red Bluff Ranch

308± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY

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This 645 acre property offers an excellent road system which navigates through majestic hills and valleys. The ranch has three lakes and the headwaters of a major creek system. There are endless building sites with 20 mile views across the Hill Country landscape. This largely unimproved property has the potential for being developed into a true Texas showplace!

This 308 acre ranch offers both sides of Red Bluff Creek which passes through the middle of the property. The banks of the creek have been cleaned up offering excellent access to the turquoise waters. Good pastures with excellent soil gives the ranch the potential to become an outstanding horse property. This ranch is in a great location just 20 minutes to San Antonio and Boerne.

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Located just five miles south of Woodville, Texas, this ranch offers endless opportunities.

The property consists of improved fields, timber woodlands, and impressive lakes.

Improvements include the main home overlooking a 13-acre stocked lake, vintage log cabin guest house, and four additional homes. The farm additionally offers many barns, working pens, and irrigated pastures.

Kara Farms

1,400± ACRES | TYLER COUNTY

Lake Creek Ranch

This high-fenced Hill County ranch boasts two miles of Lake Creek with three lakes. Improvements include a spacious lodge, guest house, livestock barns, and a 5,300 foot paved runway with two 5,753± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY hangers. Come enjoy these stunning views of the hills and fertile valleys.

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Guadalupe River Ranch

300± ACRES | KERR COUNTY

Prison Canyon Ranch

450± ACRES | KERR COUNTY

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Paved roads through the ranch deliver convenient year-round access to the many improvements. The gorgeous main home sits perched on the hillside overlooking the property. Other improvements include a foreman’s home, horse barn, hay barns, equipment barns, and 160 acres of Coastal Bermuda pastures. With nearly half a mile of cypress-lined Guadalupe River, recreational opportunities are endless.

Water abounds on this spectacular Hill Country ranch. The cypress-lined Verde Creek flows through the north side of the ranch for three-quarters of a mile. In addition, there is a 24-acre spring-fed lake — complete with a boat house — offering year-round recreation.

Improvements include two homes, two-story trophy house and two equipment barns.

The main ranch home features four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The ranch is high-fenced on three sides and includes a pecan orchard and Coastal Bermuda pasture.

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www.Texas-LandMan.com Trip DuPerier/Broker • (830) 755–5205 view all properties: LandsofTexas.com/member/34454 This high-fenced property offers a diversity of landscape and topography, pulling together all the unique characteristics of the Hill Country. Live water is plentiful via both sides of the cypress-lined Verde Creek and Mico Creek. The picturesque fertile bottomland is planted in Coastal Bermuda. The ranch is easily accessed by Highway 173 frontage and Verde Creek Road.

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Heart of Texas Ranch

735± ACRES | MCCULLOCH COUNTY

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This 735 acre high-fenced ranch offers a good combination of native rangeland and fertile cropland. The ranch has been managed for whitetail deer over the past 10 years and currently holds a MLDP Level III permit. Water is supplied throughout the ranch via 10 earthen ponds and three water wells. Inviting improvements add to the properties appeal.

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Whispering Water Ranch 2,313± ACRES | MENARD COUNTY

Riverfront Estate 127± ACRES | KERR COUNTY

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This 2,313 acre high-fenced ranch boasts a luxurious 5,300-square-foot lodge, pool, cabins, spring-fed lake, improved genetics, minerals and more. This is a premium turnkey ranch!

The gorgeous home on this 127 acre ranch overlooks the Guadalupe River and Flat Rock Creek. The home has five bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths, pool area on the bluff with enclosed party area and full bath, plus an outdoor barbecue kitchen. Many other improvements including a 32 stall rock horse barn and arena, two cottages, and three-bedroom, two-bath foreman’s home. This wonderful property has ample road frontage on two paved roads.

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Guadalupe River Ranch 108± ACRES | KERR COUNTY

This ranch is a rare opportunity to own approximately 2,000 feet of highly sought after South Fork Guadalupe River! Its level to rolling topography plus an abundance of river bottom soil and excellent grasses make it an ideal horse property.

Wimberley Hideaway Ranch 92± ACRES | HAYS COUNTY

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The Wimberley Hideaway Ranch offers a great “bang for your buck” for those looking for a private, yet easily accessible recreational ranch. The home is nicely done without being too extravagant and is comfortable and cozy in a peaceful tree covered setting. The location is fantastic, only minutes to the square in Wimberley, Austin and San Marcos.

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Red Hawk Ranch 25± ACRES | HAYS COUNTY

This 25 acre showplace in Wimberley sits on Lone Man Creek. The gorgeous 4,100-square-foot main home overlooks the crystal clear waters. Other improvements include the negative edge swimming pool, log guest cabin, and impressive wine cellar, complete with a tasting room.

Rock River Ranch 2,000± ACRES | EDWARDS COUNTY

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Rock River Ranch is located in the eye catching Texas Hill Country and just minutes from town. This ranch offers great potential and opportunity for a number of ventures: cattle ranching, recreational/hunting operation, or land development. One of the most striking and beautiful features of this ranch is two miles of crystal clear Nueces River. This is a ranch that has it all — hunting, views and gorgeous water.

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Windrose Ranch 2,124± ACRES | ZAVALA COUNTY

Lost Valley Ranch 845± ACRES | KERR COUNTY

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This 2,124 acre property is one of the few trophy ranches with minerals still available. The owner has 100 percent of the minerals on most of the property; there is an active oil well and the property is in the Eagle Ford Shale. There is ample water throughout the ranch that includes a Carrizo irrigation well, four water wells, six fully irrigated tanks and more.

This Kerr County Ranch is an absolutely picture perfect property with an easy commute to Fredericksburg or Kerrville.

The headwater springs of Burr Oak Creek have formed natural pools of water in numerous locations throughout the creek bed. This is stunning land that feels much bigger than 845 acres.

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Johnson Fork Creek Ranch 67± ACRES | KERR COUNTY

Cardinal Hill Ranch 225± ACRES | KERR COUNTY

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This 67 acre ranch is located just outside of Ingram on Johnson Fork creek. The improvements include a well-appointed 4,000-square-foot limestone home and a 40x80 fully insulated shop/barn. The covered wrap-around porch and 70 foot swimming pool create a beautiful setting in the Johnson Fork Valley.

Just outside of Hunt, Texas is this impressive 225 acre ranch. The estate’s main home is 6,805 square feet with three stories plus a basement accessed via an elevator. Seven springs call this property home. These springs create a small but strong creek that feeds a three acre, 14 foot deep lake.

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Leona River Ranch 767± ACRES | ZAVALA COUNTY

This is the perfect opportunity to purchase a trophy whitetail deer ranch that is just reaching its prime. Recent aerial surveys showed 15 trophy bucks in the three to four year old range. The ranch consists of 767 acres with excellent brush and tillable fields for food plots. Improvements include the main lodge with eight bedrooms, the managers home and several barns. The large oak trees combined with Leona River frontage help to set this property apart.

Geronimo Springs Ranch 2,778± ACRES | BANDERA, BEXAR & MEDINA COUNTIES

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Geronimo Springs Ranch encompasses everything the Hill Country has to offer and is just minutes from San Antonio. The headwaters of two creeks with numerous springs start on this ranch. Several stocked lakes create your own private oasis. Paved roads meander throughout the ranch lending access to the main home, foreman’s house, guest house, barns and corrals.

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T-Bar Ranch 306± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2059549 Located at English Crossing on the beautiful Medina River, this fabulous new live water find is truly one of the most unique properties available in the Texas Hill Country. There is only one way to describe the river frontage and that is spectacular. The ranch offers 2,400± feet of fabulous Medina River frontage with crystal clear deep water, steep high bluffs and incredible rock formations. Along the ridge of the high bluffs are some of the most incredible homesites anywhere in Bandera county and the views are absolutely breathtaking. The ranch features a beautifully manicured park-like area along the river shaded by towering pecan, oaks and cedar elms. This exceptional ranch has been in the same family for generations and the original family compound with home and several additions is still intact. The ranch also offers paved road frontage, foreman’s house, guest cabin, excellent water well, great hunting with large population of native game, large healthy oaks and multiple food plots. Call Morris: (210) 415–9850.

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El Rancho Del Molino 828± ACRES | REAL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1919335 This fantastic new listing is located in western Real county, an area famous for its natural beauty. El Rancho Del Molino offers a unique combination of fabulous hardwood lined canyons, live water, springs, lakes and abundant wildlife. One of the strongest and most pristine rock bottom creeks in the area flows through the ranch giving the owners year round recreation and enjoyment. The headquarters of the ranch offer a fabulous multi-level 3,000±-square-foot sevenbedroom, four-bath rock home located on a beautiful tree studded bluff, an expansive manicured lawn that is surrounded by wrought iron and rock column fencing, beautiful rock courtyard, rock and brick walkways, horse stalls, a second spring-fed pond, green house and foreman’s home. Just a short walk from the home the ranch features one of the most incredible recreational settings anywhere in the hill country. A perfectly placed 80 feet wide, eight feet high concrete dam creates an absolutely beautiful spring-fed lake that impounds water up for several hundred feet and offers excellent fishing, swimming and kayaking. A large metal roof Palapa-style pavilion adjacent to the lake completes the near perfect entertainment area for barbecues, family gatherings or parties. Call Morris (210) 415–9850. Price: $3,975,000

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Maple Springs Ranch 369± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 918823 Truly a nature lovers dream ranch, few ranches anywhere offer the raw beauty of this small ranch. Just an hour from San Antonio the ranch offers excellent access, live water in three separate canyons, waterfalls, springs, incredible hardwoods including maple and madrona, steep canyons, unbelievable views and fabulous building sites along Seco Creek. A good road mountain system allows access to all parts of the ranch.

A small cabin along with electric and phone service is located at front of ranch. Call Morris (210) 415–9850. Price: $1,299,000

Cherry Springs Ranch 210± ACRES | KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1949681 Located 10 miles north of Hunt near the Guadalupe River headwaters, this new live water listing offers everything you want in a Hill Country ranch. The ranch features a live springfed creek with a beautiful pond, a park-like area along creek, Indian mounds, unique rock bluffs and gentle hardwood-lined hills with fabulous views. The well managed ranch is absolutely loaded with wildlife with whitetail, turkey, wild hogs, axis, fallow, aoudad and occasional sika. The ranch features two recently upgraded homes, greenhouse, barn and three car garage with shop area and an excellent water well. An exceptional ranch in a great location, call Morris (210) 415–9850. Price: $1,699,000 102

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Noonan Ranch Castroville 438± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2059607 This fantastic new hunting/cattle ranch is located just south of Highway 90 and offers a very unique mix of South Texas along with the terrain and feel of a Hill Country property. The deer habitat is exceptional with a excellent combination of light to heavy brush mixed with huge oaks, elms and mesquites.

The ranch offers multiple draws with numerous pond and lake sites, several areas that may be cultivated for food plots, deep soils and fabulous homesites with fantastic views. The ranch is loaded with whitetail, turkey and wild hogs. 100 percent minerals. Call Morris (210) 415–9850.

Pinion Pine Ranch 2,880± ACRES | EDWARDS COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1188314 Located on the western Edwards county line, this is one of the best ranches along the plateau. Featuring deep canyons, limestone bluffs, deep fertile valleys, game fencing, excellent water piped around ranch and a good road system. The ranch is loaded with whitetail, blackbuck, turkey, axis, fallow, aoudad and mouflon. Call Cleveland (210) 422–8722 or Morris (210) 415–9850. Price: $2,448,000

Swift Ranch 156± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1601271 This fabulous Hill County jewel is located in the heart of the most scenic areas of Texas and is ready to enjoy. This unique ranch offers everything a buyer is looking for; fantastic live water from strong cypress-lined Mill Creek, hills, views, wide open valleys, deep soils, large wildlife population and excellent privacy. The ranch offers a exceptional custom two-story three-bedroom, two-bath limestone home, guest house with attached carport, shop, paved drive and an excellent water system. The ranch also offers a small concrete dam that creates a several hundred foot long swimming hole on Mill creek and two well built lakes that provide excellent year-round fishing and entertainment.

Call Morris (210) 415–9850. Price: $2,995,000

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Tampke Ranch 115± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 978773 This incredible 115±-acre live water tract located just south of Utopia is the site of a historical Indian battle. Walking the property you may find remnants of the battle such as old musket balls and Indian artifacts. There is at least one large undisturbed Indian mound on the property. The crystal clear water is unbelievable with one of the deepest natural water holes along the entire cypress-lined Sabinal River. Great cover for deer and turkey with many huge oaks and other hardwoods with views of the canyon and surrounding hills. Call Morris (210) 415–9850. Price: $1,199,000

Bandera Pass 140± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1932610 140 beautiful scenic acres located just one mile from Historical Camp Verde and exactly halfway between Kerrville and Bandera on Highway 173. The ranch boosts spectacular views of the Hill Country and hosts countless breathtaking homesites that you just won’t find on any other ranch in this area. With great bottom land covered in mature hardwoods you will not find a more unique and breathtaking property. Do not let this one pass you by. Call for price: Scott at (830) 591–9509 or Morris at (210) 415–9850.

70 Acres – Utopia 70± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2268145 This new 70±-acre ranch is located just minutes from Utopia and accessed by paved Uvalde county.

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This exceptional small ranch is a hunters dream.

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Turnkey Hunting Ranch 275± ACRES | REAL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1803482

D’Hanis Ranch 215± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1749504 This 215-acre turnkey ranch is located 10± miles north of D’Hanis off of FM 1796 in the desirable transition area. The ranch offers a 3,000-square-foot four-bedroom, three-bath brick home with metal roof, a well constructed 2,400-square-foot shop, two-car garage, covered barbecue pavilion, small hunters cabin and a shared Edwards well. The ranch is low fenced on three sides, offers areas of deep soils for food plots, a gently rolling terrain, medium to heavy cover, large oaks and an abundance of whitetail, turkey and wild hogs.

Wont last call Morris (210) 415–9850. Price: $975,000

Nueces River Ranch

OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE 672± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 177125 Located just minutes from Uvalde this ranch offers a unique mix of south Texas and hill country terrain. The eastern portion of the ranch offers a half mile of Nueces River, large pecan bottoms, Indian mounds, older rock home, water well, pens and barns. The western portion offers a great a mix of medium to heavy brush, large oaks and bull mesquite. There are three excellent fields for yearround food plots, a second water well and a long oak studded draw suitable for ponds. The ranch is loaded with whitetail, turkey, varmints and wild hogs.

Call Morris (210) 415–9850. Motivated seller. Price: $2,550 per acre

275 acres located between Rockspings and Garven Store off of HWY 41. This high-fenced game ranch comes fully stocked with approximately: 100 axis with large 34 foot to 38 foot axis bucks, elk with several 6x6 bulls, fallow, sika and whitetail with south Texas genetics. Ranch also offers fully functional deer pens with a brand new mosquito misting system. There are two houses: one hunting cabin that sleeps four plus and one manufactured home that sleeps four plus. The ranch comes with deer blinds, protein feeders, and corn feeders already in place and ready-to-go. With three storage areas, Kawasaki 3010 mule, Polaris Ranger, Polaris 800 four wheeler, New Holland tractor with shredder, 20 foot trailer, large ice machine, etc. This ranch is fully stocked with everything you need to just walk in and start enjoying the ranch. The ranch is located two miles from Camp Eagle — a camp at the Headwaters of the Nueces river. Very nice with large swimming holes that you can enjoy.

Call Scott Saunders (830) 591–9509. Price: $2,995 per acre

K-5 Ranch 647± ACRES | EDWARDS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1707571 647 acres located about 30 minutes north of Brackettville. This unique ranch is the old headquarters for the Winters Ranch with a new 2,000-square-foot house, bunk house, cook house, workshop and more. Ranch comes fully furnished, ice machine, tools, 4x4 blazer, CJ Jeep, Kawasaki mule, 30 HP tractor, new riding lawn mower and much more. Edwards water well that feeds water to over seven pilas across the ranch and a 50x50 pila/swimming pool at the headquarters.

The ranch joins the 6,500±-acre Kickapoo Cavern State Park which makes the abundant wild life on the ranch second to none. Includes: axis, blackbuck, whitetail, turkey, hogs, dove and quail. Do not let this unique ranch pass you by. Call Scott (830) 591–9509. Price: $1,300,000

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Los Manatiales 50± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2025979 Located just minutes south of Utopia this live water estate offers the very finest in amenities, relaxation and entertainment. Meaning ‘springs’ in Spanish, this ultimate retreat offers one of the most unique natural settings anywhere in the Hill Country. The ranch is situated on the high bluff side of the beautiful Sabinal River and offers 1,200± feet of live water, a fabulous 9,700+-square-foot Spanish-style home with attached apartment, guest cottage, large shop, paved drive, electric gate, towering century old cypress trees, massive unique rock bluffs and formations and gentle oak studded pastures that are loaded with native whitetail, turkey and axis deer. The custom designed and superbly constructed home stands majestically on the bluff overlooking the beautiful cypress-lined Sabinal River.

Wilson Ranch 90± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1039048 This 90-acre ranch offers the finest in country living surrounded by one of the most beautiful settings in the Hill Country. The ranch offers an exceptionally done 2,600+-square-foot native stone home overlooking the hardwoodlined Little Creek and Sabinal Canyons below with unbelievable views. The ranch offers electric entry, a paved drive, large carport, large shop with recreation area and sleeping quarters, horse stalls, round pen, multiple pastures, stocked pond and a small guest cabin. Currently under a wildlife exemption. Call Morris (210) 415–9850. Price: $895,000

Concan Ranch 700± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY This ranch is possibly the best investment in the Hill country. With one-and-a-half±-miles of Highway 83 frontage just minutes from the Frio river at Concan, no other tract offer more possibilities for recreation, development or commercial usage. The ranch is loaded with native and exotic game, has a good water well with large pila, cattle pens, electric and phone service, multiple valleys and a great road system. Call Morris (210) 415–9850. Price: $2,625,500 106

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57 and 98 Acres – Medina 57± AND/OR 98± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2302046

Yochum Ranch 480± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1600901 This exceptional 480-acre ranch is located in the Seco Valley in northeast Uvalde county and one hour from San Antonio. The ranch offers large neighbors, game fencing, hardwood-lined canyons, incredible views, deep soil, a road system and three ponds. The ranch is loaded with whitetail, turkey, hogs and occasional exotics roam the area. Call Morris Killough (210) 415–9850. Price: $3,650 per acre

150 acres in Medina HUGE REDUCTION IN PRICE

150± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2059526 Located just minutes from Medina on FM 337, this turnkey ranch is ready-to-go.

The ranch features paved access through an electric entry gate, a fabulous limestone 3,600±-square-foot ranch-style home with a beautifully manicured yard and extensive landscaping, a three-car garage or shop, horse barn with stalls and tack room, round pen, new equipment barn with storage room, foreman’s home, hangar turned Horse barn with stalls, tack room and loft, two wells, 3,000± foot grass airstrip and three ponds. The exceptional ranch offers a rolling terrain with incredible views, deep soils, a good mix of open areas suitable for cultivation and the perfect amount of cover for the large numbers of exotic and native game in the area. Too much to list, wont last, call Morris (210) 415–9850. Price: $1,400,000

Located 12 miles north of Hondo with frontage on the east side of Highway 173. This unique Hill Country ranch offers a nice mix of medium to heavy cover for wildlife, open pastures ideal for livestock, excellent homesites, large healthy oaks and cedar elms, low fencing, excellent hunting with whitetail turkey and wild hogs, fantastic well, wet weather creek and all located less than an hour from San Antonio. Call Morris for pricing (210) 415–9850.

Deep Creek Ranch 370± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2302049 Located on paved CR 371 just minutes from San Antonio, Deep Creek Ranch is an exceptional property in a fantastic location. The ranch offers a mix of lower Hill Country with rolling hill tops with fabulous views to wide fertile valleys lined with large healthy oaks and cedar elms. The unique diversity of the ranch would allow an owner to run a cattle, horse or hunting operation. The ranch also offers rural water meter, electric and phone service, three excellent ponds, good fencing, a small cabin and barn. Call Morris (210) 415–9850.

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DD Ranch

822± ACRES | ATASCOSA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1631172 This remarkable multifaceted ranch is knee deep in turkey and deer drawn to the cover, creek, lakes and ponds on the property. A visit to the property is highlighted by two Carrizo irrigation wells, a new pivot, water lines supplementing the many water features, covered working pens, holding traps, outstanding high and low fencing and cross fencing, water in all traps and pastures, hunting blinds, and a large barn for a hanger or farm equipment. The owners lodge with barbecue pit and deck overlooking one of the large ponds, a foreman home, ranch office, and bunkhouse offer South Texas-style accommodations for work or play. An added bonus, making this ranch the best priced deal in South Texas, is income from frack water sales which can be meaningful when added to potential income from the other customary uses of a cattle and hunting ranch. Located only about 45 minutes southwest of San Antonio, this outstanding first class cattle ranch offers the hunting advantages of being much farther south. There isn’t another one like this. It’s a very special ranch. Priced right!

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Bergheim River Ranch 123Âą ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2031978

Nicely appointed home combines its stately appearance and formal receiving rooms with a comfortable warm floor plan overlooking the surrounding hills and the beautiful and accessible cypresslined Guadalupe River frontage. From the frontage on Highway 3351, a gated and paved entry road winds through the oak covered ranch to cattle facilities, barn, guest quarters, the house pasture, and the river pasture. The nicely located ranch is now used for cattle and would also be good for horses.

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Sabinal River Ranch

70± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1089186 This Hill Country river property has crystal clear deep live water, views, and great building sites. On a bluff over the river is a Texas-style cabin with an outdoor shower and guest sleeping cabins. Very rare to find a property with the Hill Country live water appeal like this.

Vanderpool Homesite 8± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1953269

Poteet HWY 16 Ranch

28.94± ACRES | ATASCOSA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1459253

About 29 acres with great highway visibility from atop a gentle rise in Poteet with about 450 feet of frontage on Highway 16. Great price, only small amount of regrowth brush, ready to develop for hotel, operations field office, retail center, etc.

Minerals available!

This property is what it’s all about when you think of taking a beautiful undeveloped piece of land and making it your perfect getaway. Nice wooded land with cedar, oaks, springs and both sides of the creek waiting to be turned into a water feature, great building sites and views. All that and selective clearing of cedar make this property a huge opportunity for a smart buyer with a vision. It is priced to sell!

66 Acres Kenedy

66± ACRES | KARNES COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1754872 This property has it all! Great access to sewer, water, power and frontage on 181. With one of a kind location and terrain, this property is ideally suited for unique site development. Come have a look. Will divide!

Nordheim 114.81 Acre Ranch

114.81± ACRES | KARNES COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1754882

Comfort 8.32 Acres

How about owning an excellent hunting property with a lease for farming rights? Great access, electric, old well, potential for road material sales, and deer abound in the surrounding native cover and farm land. If you see it you will want it.

8.32± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1670858 Ideal commercial property on I-10 in Comfort, Texas. About 900 feet of frontage road boarders this perfectly shaped 8.32 acres. Tucked away in the partially wooded space includes a main house, two cabins, eight mobile slots, three RV slots, septic tank and a well.

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Karnes County Development Property

126± ACRES | KARNES COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2256241

About 126 acres with Highway 181 and business Highway 181 frontage in Kenedy, Texas. The Property is ideal for larger projects but can be divided into smaller tracts to fit your needs. Features a three-bedroom, two-bath home. Improvements include concrete floor barn, cattle pens, well, septic, and electric.

Peaceful Valley Ranch

185± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 960021 Very large lake in the middle of 185 acres between Bandera and Kerrville. Great location with views, good fences, and much of the cedar cleared.

Pipe Creek Gentleman’s Ranch

47.28± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1777300 47.28 acres with about 1,700 feet of frontage on FM 1283 in Pipe Creek. The house is a three-bedroom, two-bath with an open living room and large covered back porch with built-in barbecue pit. Nice metal barn with electricity, water, two water troughs and pens. Fenced in tennis court and greenhouse add to the many improvements.

The cedar has been thinned and the oaks are abundant. Stock tank for livestock and all the wildlife that frequent the property.

T-Bird Creekside Lodge

14± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1953234

Come rent out this spacious four-bedroom, four-bath main house with guest quarters and a pool — all on 14 acres! Just walking distance to a clear flowing Hill Country creek. Call for details and available dates! The property is also available for purchase.

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Winnie Cattle Ranch

130 ± ACRES | JEFFERSON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2291733 About 130± acres tucked away on the Jefferson and Chambers County line. Just 30 minutes from Beaumont and 20 minutes from the Gulf Coast. Perfect cattle grazing land with partial brush cover, water tank, and electricity nearby. Come see the potential of this coastal prairieland.

Kenedy 181 Frontage

9.5± ACRES | KARNES COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2256247

Land with great frontage on Highway 181 including a good size three-bedroom, two-bath home that could be used as offices or field headquarters for local operations. Also has large concrete floor barn, cattle pens, good fences, well, septic, and electric.

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Wire Tree Ranch 1,252± ACRES | BELL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1766993 Just 20± minutes northeast of Georgetown or 40± minutes from Round Rock, this beautifully improved ranch has exceptional water with a 15+ acre lake, 13+ tanks, natural springs, strong water well, plus rainwater collection.

Approximately 800 acres grazing, plus 400± acres hay production and 120± acres oats. Highly productive cow/calf operation of grass-fed Brangus / Angus. Improvements include a metal equipment barn with apartment, several hay barns, cattle working pens, superb horse barn, covered arena, four grain storage bins, greenhouse and garden, climate controlled storage barn, foreman’s home plus one-story home with basement. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700 or Al Philip, (210) 415-8602

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Sycamore Creek Ranch 5,650± ACRES | VAL VERDE AND KINNEY COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2003505

This high fenced ranch is composed of two separate but adjoining ranches, featuring eight types of exotic species plus native white tail, turkey, waterfowl, dove and quail. This is a beautiful and unique property that is ready to be hunted and explored. Miles of both Turkey Creek and Sacatosa Creek combine with tanks, ponds plus a 30± acre lake. Two water wells service nice improvements on each tract.

Yoas Ranch 3,100± ACRES | VAL VERDE AND KINNEY COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1818137 The Yoas Ranch provides endless opportunity for hunters with 3,112± acres high fenced and eight exotic species along with the native whitetail deer, turkey, waterfowl, dove, quail, and seasonal ducks on 30± acre Lonesome Dove Lake. The remaining 750± acres is low fenced with large acreage neighbors. Exotics include aoudad, blackbuck, fallow, axis, sika, mouflon, Scimitar-horned Oryx and Barasigna. A portion of minerals convey. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

Marshall Ranch

Conoly Ranch

2,551± ACRES | VAL VERDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1868616 Great hunting ranch has both brush country and beautiful creek bottoms lined with large pecan and oak trees. A high fenced pereimter sequesters both native and exotic game. Improvements include a three-bedroom lodge, manager’s home, two barns, pens, horse stalls, hay barns, walkin cooler plus a water well. 50 percent of minerals owned will convey.

The ranch has good access and borders Laughlin Air Force Base. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

1,832± ACRES | KINNEY COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2016559 Here is a rare opportunity to own the South Texas Brush Country outside of the Eagle Ford Shale that has been owned and operated by the same family since 1906, for over 100 years. Diverse brush has large oak trees present throughout and supports native whitetail deer, turkey, javelina, hogs, quail and dove. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

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Warren Creek Ranch

2,675± ACRES | HAMILTON AND COMANCHE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1725616 This ranch is in the center of several major metroplexes, in excellent cattle/ recreation country with native whitetail deer, turkey, dove and hogs. Rolling terrain offers nice views. There are six water wells, three stock tanks, a branch of Warren Creek plus a five± acre lake offers bass fishing and duck hunting. Robert Dullnig and Marc Sherron, (830) 739-0919

Warren Creek Ranch Parcel 1,900± ACRES | COMANCHE AND HAMILTONCOUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1725623 This scenic ranch has a good combination of rolling open prairie land and beautiful creek bottom. Highlights include over two miles of Warren Creek, large pecan bottom land, and beautiful views. Home to whitetail deer, turkey, dove, hogs plus seasonal fishing and duck hunting. Robert Dullnig and Marc Sherron, (830) 739-0919

Five Acre Lake and Creek 1,150± ACRES | COMANCHE AND HAMILTON COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2045502 Excellent cattle/recreation country offers a branch of Warren Creek plus a five± acre lake for bass fishing and duck hunting. Rolling terrain with sweeping views includes a headquarters with brick home, three barns, grain silo, pens and six water wells. Robert Dullnig and Marc Sherron, (830) 739-0919

Water and Wildlife 750± ACRES | COMANCHE AND HAMILTON COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1758832 Excellent cattle/recreation country offers a branch of Warren Creek plus a five± acre lake for bass fishing and duck hunting.Rolling terrain with sweeping views includes a headquarters with brick home, three barns, grain silo, pens and six water wells. Robert Dullnig and Marc Sherron, (830) 739-0919

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Aguila and Gavilan Pastures, Y.O. Ranch 1,205± ACRES | KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2035263 Own a piece of the legendary Y.O. Ranch! The Schreiner family is selling 1,205± acres of pastureland in the southwest corner of the ranch, owned and operated since 1885. The beautiful rolling country is raw and ready for improvements. The perimeter is partially high fenced, with one water well distributing water to troughs. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, axis, blackbuck, sika and red stag. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

Robinson Ranch, Since 1885 831± ACRES | BLANCO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1026028 This beautiful ranch includes the 1889’s homestead built by the Robinson Family, and an incredible one± mile of year-around flowing Cypress Creek, plus natural springs and one water well. The water attracts abundant whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, dove, bird species and others. Near Horseshoe Bay and a pleasing drive from Austin. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

Blanco River Ranch 516± ACRES | BLANCO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1980372 This fabulous live water property has 1,976± feet of the Blanco River with an entrance across a dam on the river for excellent recreational river frontage and impact. Overlooking the river is a comfortable main ranch house adjoined by a guesthouse, large metal barn, garage/shop, foreman’s home, plus there are metal cattle pens. 100 percent gamefenced, it is under a deer management program plus there are blackbuck and elk, and a current cow/calf operation utilizing pivot- irrigated coastal pastures and native pasture. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

Tres Lagos Ranch 530± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1808669 Simply put, some of the finest Live Water the Hill Country has to offer! Over one mile of frontage along Hondo Creek has been dammed to create three spectacular lakes. These deep, crystal-clear lakes have never gone dry and have stayed strong throughout the drought. Enjoy year-round, endless recreational possibilities from hunting and fishing, to kayaking, hiking, and more. Several homes/cabins offer income potential. The ranch is also offered as 500 acres with minimal improvements. Robert Dullnig and Randy Cadwallader, (210) 860-0093

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Turkey Creek Ranch

1,385± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 947831 Great hunting ranch has impressive Turkey Creek, unique Cline Mountain plus great views, good brush and large oaks. Featuring a renovated ranch home, equipment shed, large metal building with plumbing and utility building. With 765± acres highfenced, the ranch has both exotic blackbuck, axis, fallow, sika, oryx and zebra plus native deer and wildlife. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

French Creek Ranch 500± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1766993 This perfect size recreational hunting ranch is in the Transition Zone with South Texas brush and Hill Country live oak trees and views. Improvements include a ranch house, metal barn, shop, silo, two water wells, troughs and a pond. An abundance of wildlife includes whitetail deer, turkey, axis deer, dove and hogs. French Creek traverses the ranch providing runoff in wet times and large tree cover. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

Nueces River Ranch 1,055± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1720806 Quietly secluded, this ranch offers both the west prong and main prong of the Nueces River. Large oak trees and South Texas brush make this a great transition zone property that supports an abundance of native wildlife. In place is a small hunting cabin, working pens, low perimeter fencing and two water wells with water lines to troughs and the cabin.

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Shut-In Creek Ranch

431± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1687039 Within the lush Frio Canyon, the ranch has been game managed for over 20 years, with trophy whitetail deer, axis deer, sika deer, fallow deer, feral hogs, javelina, wild turkey, bobcats, foxes, dove, quail, plus fishing. ‘ShutIn Creek’ is just a arms throw from the majestic Frio River, plus the hilltops offer breathtaking 360-degree views. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

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Bynum Ranch

445± ACRES | ATASCOSA AND WILSON COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2088117 This beautiful land is only 35± miles from San Antonio, and provides great potential for improvements of choice. It features huge Live Oak and Post Oak trees, scattered mesquites, and a 160± acre field with nearby Carrizo well with future irrigation potential. There is one tank, three water wells, one-trough plus old hunter’s shack with electricity. High fenced on two sides, it is home to whitetail deer, turkey, quail, dove, wild pigs and varmints. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

Clark Ranch

Seco Creek Ranch 400± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2035050 A chance to own unique land in very desirable Medina County, featuring big virgin brush with large oak trees and a border of Seco Creek for 1.29± miles.

The ranch has been owned and operated by the same family for over 80 years. With the creek, animals have cover and water and turkey are provided great roosting sites. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, turkey, javelina, hogs, quail and dove. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

Lake Nueces Ranch

388± ACRES | UVALDE AND REAL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1999029

90± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1608252

This perfect-size hunting ranch has a great blend of South Texas brush, Hill Country views and large oak trees to make a unique offering. Newly high fenced with tight lock wire, it also has electricity, one water-well, two water troughs, plus two blinds and two feeders. There is a MLDP in place with whitetail deer, turkey, javelina and hogs plus exotic aoudad, blackbuck antelope and fallow deer. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

Along one of the largest bodies of water in the Nueces Canyon, with over 2,500± feet on Nueces Lake, formed by the crystal clear Nueces River! Owned and operated by the same family since 1944, it provides an exceptional retreat with development potential, with four attractive lodges, covered pavilion and nine slab RV sites. Whitetail deer, wild turkey free roaming axis, varieties of birds plus fishing. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

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Jacalon Ranch

4,666± ACRES | WEBB-ZAPATA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1999111 This ranch is a turn-key, low-fenced hunting ranch in 100 percent brush country surrounded by big neighbors with an exceptional trophy deer herd that has been managed under MLD level III permit. The spacious hunting lodge sits atop a hill offering stunning 360-degree views. Featured are six tanks plus four water wells and rainwater storage. Wildlife also includes bobwhite and blue quail, dove, ducks, hogs, javelina and others. Robert Dullnig and Randy Cadwallader, (210) 860-0093

Mustang Creek Ranch on Nueces River 917± ACRES | ZAVALA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2085204 A year-around recreation ranch with minerals, outside of Eagle Ford production, features 2.5± miles of Nueces River, Mustang Creek, and two water wells with troughs and watering stations. Towering hardwoods combine with heavy South Texas virgin brush. Notable for Boone and Crockett bucks, turkey, javelina, blue quail, bobwhite quail, dove and hogs.

Improvements include three homes, metal barn, walk in cooler, pipe horse corral, skeet range with high/ low towers, cleaning station, blinds and feeders. The perimeter is 2/3± highfenced. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

West Rosita Creek Ranch 4,590± ACRES | MAVERICK COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1535349 Part of the original 200,000± acre historic Chittim Ranch, this property has been owned and operated for over 100 years. Low fenced hunting at its finest, the ranch offers a truly wild hunting experience in an area renown for producing native whitetail Boone and Crockett bucks. The nine large lakes support excellent bass fishing, and attract seasonal duck and dove. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

Charco Salada Ranch 1,800± ACRES | BROOKS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2043914 Truly a unique 90-year-old family ranch in the heart of the ‘King Ranch Corridor’. Owned and operated by the same family since 1924, this ranch verges from quality tight soils with heavy brush, to coveted semi-open savannah mesquite and motte country. An attractive main compound is highlighted by Hauser Lake, 25± acres when full, providing an idyllic setting with serene atmosphere. 979± acres are in an income-producing CRP program. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, nilgai, quail, dove, pigs, and seasonal waterfowl. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700

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Fishing and hunting dream retreat with lodge, has 3,920± feet of frontage on the Victoria Barge Canal (San Antonio Bay) plus freshwater tanks. Good brush cover has senderos for deer, hogs, dove, quail and seasonal waterfowl.

Furnished 1,600± square-foot lodge with deck views of the coast with multiple bays. Attached is a three-bay boat and car garage with shop. Convenient to Rockport, Port Lavaca and Victoria. John Tarrillion, (210) 380-1229.

Keeling Camp Ranch 171± ACRES | ATASCOSA COUNTY

Turnkey Ranch 188± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2096398 Turnkey ranch has a newly constructed home, barn, and a high fenced perimeter with MLDP Level III permit in place. Refreshing three± acre lake, Edwards Aquifer water well, plus two tanks and troughs. All owned minerals will convey. Only 45± minutes from San Antonio! Randy Cadwallader, (210) 860-0093

This turnkey cattle, residential and recreational ranch is highly suited for a cattle or horse operation, only a half-mile from Jourdanton, three miles southwest of Pleasanton and 40 miles south of San Antonio. Primarily cleared pastureland, it has Coastal and Kleingrass plus native pastures, and is extensively crossfenced into several pastures and traps. Handsome, custom four bedroom main home, office, barn, horse stalls, office, equipment shed, roping arena, kennels, etc. Excellent fencing/crossfencing plus cattle shades.

One well and one tank. Robert Dullnig and Al Philip, (210) 415-8602.

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Dove Mountain Ranch 1,131± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2090611 Dove Mountain Ranch is the majestic jewel of Bandera County! The main house is approximately 7,500 square feet, and there is a 5,400 square-foot hunting lodge. Other structures include four other dwellings for guest and support staff, numerous barns and sheds, aircraft hanger and landing strip, a skeet range and more. There are numerous other tanks throughout the ranch providing water for the game and livestock. Dove Mountain has a good road system, high fencing and cross fencing. Contact Ken Hoerster for your personal showing.

Rolling Oaks Ranch 1,353± ACRES | KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2107326 JUST LISTED! In the heart of the Hill Country’s Divide Country, Rolling Oaks Ranch is a turnkey recreational place with great game, comfortable accommodations, views and scenic rolling hills. The facilities are ready for expansion to make this your family’s heritage ranch, or retreat. The ranch has a good herd of well-managed whitetail, axis and blackbuck. Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

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Tarpley Pass Ranch 1,168± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2103417 Incredible and unique property straddling Tarpley Pass located between Bandera and Tarpley. Offering unbelievable and unspoiled beauty and views. Stunning home sites some with 360-degree views abound on many of the mountaintops with elevations ranging to a high of 1,920-feet to a low of 1,560-feet above-sea-level in the valleys. This is the first time in over 40 years that this property has been available. The owner has selectively cleared the valleys and hilltops of cedar and most of the hilltops are easily accessible. Game includes whitetail, aoudad, axis, blackbuck and abundant turkey.

Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

Sister Creek Ranch 247± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2125920 Beautiful live-water Texas heritage ranch, Sister Creek Ranch includes approximately 6,000± feet of the creek along with approximately 900± feet of Guadalupe River. Several nice coastal fields sit along the creek and nice building sites are available on the higher elevations overlooking the Sister Creek and Guadalupe River valley. This longtime family ranch is being offered for the first time in over 40 years. Call Ken Hoerster for more information.

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Twin Creeks Ranch 127± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2267157 NEW LISTING! Crystal clear water characterizes this stunning ranch offering 127± acres to stretch out on. Approximately 1,800± feet of both sides of West Sister Creek and 2,000± feet of Jung Creek traverse the ranch. Plus, a large four± acre lake site. Your family can get excited about Twin Creeks’ two absolutely gorgeous cottages; one perched above the banks of West Sister Creek. The second cottage has four bedrooms and two bathrooms and overlooks the Jung Creek. Both cottages are in excellent condition.

Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

Bar H Ranch 602± ACRES | MCCULLOCH COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2304582 JUST LISTED! Excellent hunting property just listed near Brady. This ranch is set-up and ready to go with a multi-use 9,200± square-foot building (a significant portion is enclosed and finished out) that has quality features. In addition, there is a three bedroom, two bathroom first-rate modular home for the family or guests. There is good access and road system through the ranch to the blinds and feeders. Deep well with water piped to three game areas. A must-see. Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

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Cypress Creek Ranch 153± ACRES | KERR COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2260333 NEW LISTING! Explore the beauty of Comfort’s Cypress Creek, springs and small caves on your very own Hill Country heritage place. Picture large, towering cypress trees lining approximately 5,280± feet of creek bank, including several nice springs supplementing the creek flow. With productive coastal fields and a venerable homestead marking the landscape, this ranch has all the pieces in place for the new owners to create an enjoyable legacy of their own for decades to come.

Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

Double L Ranch 806± ACRES | KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2118515 NEW LISTING! Nice Divide Country ranch set up and ready to go for the new owner. Good quality native and exotic wildlife, along with well-managed habitat. The main road going east and west is paved and the other roads are in good condition throughout the ranch. Perimeter fencing is highfenced with good interior low fenced pastures. Improvements include a nice modular home, and a great hunting setup with blinds and feeders.

Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

Spring Creek Homestead 45± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1627368 You’ll love the rich, rural character of Spring Creek Homestead. Fantastic longrange views of the Hill Country, healthy oak tree coverage throughout and gently rolling land are on this ranch. There is a 2,300± square-foot original rock home located on the property with a metal roof and one water well. Property has great development potential with excellent paved county road, it adjoins Esperanza Development and Spring Creek Estates. Ranch is currently ag. exempt. Contact Steve Bennett for more information.

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Flying W Ranch 215± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2268436 PRICE REDUCTION! Hill Country views, multiple residences and coastal fields! Enter the property and follow the paved road to your new headquarters. A nicely appointed main house with 2,450± square-feet and two manufactured homes for hunters and other guests. With gently rolling landscapes and great views of nearby hills, this is a fine ranch with superior facilities, cross-fencing and grazing for livestock. Located west of Tarpley. Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

Axis Ridge Ranch 110± ACRES | REAL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2226643 If it’s hunting your want, this is your ranch! Texas’s #1 Axis harvested in 2013 was taken on the Axis Ridge Ranch and, the owners just completed 1,400 squarefoot home. Game storage in the walk-in cooler, recent well with good water, and much more. Nice roll to the property with home sitting on bluff overlooking seasonal creek and bottomland. Great variable elevations and good habitat coverage for the wildlife. Contact Steve Bennett for more information.

Post Oak Ridge Ranch 66± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2042420 Post Oak Ridge Ranch was created with a superb equine set-up. The owner’s common sense approach to constructing a “barndominium”, incorporating 1,400± square-feet of residential living with quality finish outs and a professionally constructed five-stall barn. Contact Steve Bennett for more information.

209’R Ranch 209± ACRES | KIMBLE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1808012 Sit on the expansive front porch of your Hill Country 2,000± square-foot dog-trot style home, and enjoy the stars at night, or the wildlife by day. This beautiful ranch has healthy hardwoods, gently rolling terrain, and plenty of whitetail deer, wild turkey, and other native Hill Country birds and animals. Located just west of Harper. Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

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Thurn Ranch 110± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2082054 Build that retirement dream home on a hill-top with forever views, or choose a quiet location in the peaceful valley because this secluded 100-acre ranch is a perfect set-up. An immaculate 40’x60’ metal barn with rolling doors gets you started. The rainwater harvesting system includes two 20,000-gallon tanks—full and ready to tie in. Both the barn and water system were built in 2008. New fencing installed approximately three years ago. Healthy native oak cover, mountain laurel and juniper cedar create perfect Hill Country habitat for the wildlife. Restricted community with agricultural exemption in place. All located in the Hill Country’s beautiful Medina County! Contact Tom Alexander for more information.

Guadalupe River Estate Home 5± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2124993 NEW! Comfort, Texas is gaining national attention for its cozy, small town atmosphere. This is your opportunity to affordably own a beautiful piece of Guadalupe River frontage in the heart of Comfort. Enjoy the possibilities for all the unique ways to use the main home, two guest houses, pool and other terrific features of this five-acre river property.

Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

Northfork Ranch 187± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2088206 Northfork Ranch is ideally located between Burnet and Lampassas, with over a mile of Hwy. 281 frontage and rolling pastures. Three tanks support the property’s wildlife, and a large pond fills seasonally from North Mesquite Creek. Several productive coastal fields provide supplemental income potential. The main house and the guest house are in good condition.

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Grape Creek Road Ranch 86± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1934623 Stretch out and choose your building site on this 86± acre ranch! It has all the great characteristics of the Texas Hill Country. Some cedar cleared and road building already in place. Enjoy the wildlife, beautiful post oak and live oak trees. Develop it into your weekend retreat. New fencing installed along Highway 87. Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

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La Bonne Vie Ranch 208± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2058668 Designed and built with exceptional architectural insight for a family or corporate retreat. Exceptional privacy, quality construction nestled in the heavily wooded hills of Gillespie County just minutes from Fredericksburg. Mediterranean-style main home, guest lodge, equine facilities, private landing strip, skeet and trap area. Fertile soils along the meandering creek provide a unique ecological haven for native wildlife. Contact Steve Bennett for private showing.

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Cibolo Creek Ranch 145± ACRES | BEXAR AND COMAL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2042434 ADDITIONAL ACREAGE ADDED! Development property! Strategically located near FM 3351 and Deitz Elkhorn on the East side of Fair Oaks Ranch. Included in the ETJ of Fair Oaks Ranch with abundant frontage on FM 3351. Boerne ISD and straddles Bexar County and Comal County line. Heritage oaks, native pecans and beautiful views are a bonus. Contact Krista Upham for more information Property co-listed with Susan Friar – LoneStar Properties - Boerne.

128± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1408147 Beauty abounds on this 128± acres loaded with post oaks. Located between Comfort and Fredicksburg, this beautiful land gently rolls and has majestic views of the Hill Country. Build your own home on one of the many building sites. Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

Live Oak Ranch 193± ACRES | SUTTON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2224685 NEW LISTING! At 193± acres, Live Oak Ranch is perfectly sized for a great hunter’s retreat. Owners managed the property nicely, including some cedar clearing and adding a pond supplemented by a well. A well with submersible pump, a pump house with standard electrical inside and out and RV power hook-up.

Good road system provides access to the hunting areas. Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

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Dunbar Draw Ranch North Pasture and South Pasture 523± ACRES | SUTTON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2025739 AND 2025860 Dunbar Draw Ranch – consists of two perfectly sized parcels that can be purchased in its entirety as a 523± ranch, or as individual ranches at 278± and 285± acres, respectively. The South Pasture has an existing home, and both parcels have water wells. This longtime family-owned ranch is located approximately 12 miles Southeast of Sonora. Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

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2424 Ranch 2,424± ACRES | SUTTON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1548700 Nice rolling land, good valleys and nice views of the surrounding countryside. Headquarters is set up and ready to go for the avid hunter with a nice two-bed, two-bath house. Good soils in the valley areas of the ranch with nice oak trees throughout the ranch. And, seller offers a portion of the minerals. Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

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865± ACRES | CONCHO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1650471

Happy Trails Ranch 1,345± ACRES | SUTTON AND CROCKETT COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1587637 Leading from the rock and iron gated entrance is paved road up to the ranch headquarters where you’ll find a 60’x150’ metal “barndominium”, with livable quarters of approximately 1,500 square-feet, and sufficient storage to protect the equipment from the elements. In addition, there is a tractor/feed barn, a nice tank and several water wells. Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

This beautiful live-water property is entirely high fenced with excellent mesquite cover - Enjoy great fishing on both sides of Kickapoo Creek, which flows for almost a mile on the ranch. An 1,680± square-feet manufactured home in good condition is perfect for hunters. Located north of Eden. Contact Ken Hoerster for more information.

Red’s Ranch 21± ACRES | KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1892284 Enjoy the privacy and location of 21± acres with 2,800 square-feet, two story ranch house. Wood framed with metal exterior and metal roof, one bedroom and one-and-a-half bathrooms. Located just three miles west of the quaint German community of Comfort in southern Kerr County.

Unmatched seclusion, scenery and recreational opportunities await your family on this property featuring a comfortable home nestled on a tree studded hillside overlooking the expansive Texas Hill Country. Contact Steve Bennett for more information.

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4715 PANCHO GARCIA ROAD 996± ACRES | FRIO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1623357 This fabulous property is what many consider the best that South Texas has to offer, and it’s location is convenient to San Antonio. Remarkable improvements include a six-bedroom, five-and-a-half bath main house. A beautiful courtyard with gorgeous pool is located next to the main house, as well as seven comfortable one-bedroom, one-bath casitas. A foreman’s house and an additional house (currently being rented) are located away from the main compound. The terrain is a wonderful mixture of mature south Texas brush (70 percent) and semi-open pasture land (30 percent). Two nicely sized ponds can be supplemented from an irrigation well and one is surrounded by a beautiful small park with a Texas-shaped hot tub. The wildlife on the property includes excellent whitetail deer, trophy axis, black buck and other exotic species. The area is well-known for terrific dove hunting. The property features numerous blinds and deer feeders that convey with the sale. An income-producing 900+ tree pecan orchard is located in the corner of the ranch and complements the rugged South Texas landscape. In addition, the ranch has frontage on two county roads and the perimeter is completely high-fenced. The current owner does not own any of the minerals; therefore, no minerals convey with the property. The ranch is located just one hour from San Antonio and four miles west of Dilley. $3,900,000 128

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3672 HWY 16 304± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1166420 This ideal weekend getaway offers crystal clear Medina River frontage.

The ranch is located just outside Bandera, less than 45 minutes from San Antonio, and offers abundant mature trees including live oaks and post oaks. The property includes three houses and three water wells, and offers plentiful wildlife and is perfectly suited for horses. This ranch is a great investment due to its proximity to Bandera. $2,800,000

6199 FM HWY 1624 145± ACRES | LEE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1788932 This wonderful weekend ranch is conveniently located one hour southeast of Austin and approximately five miles west of Lexington. The property is heavily wooded with a small portion of open pasture and includes tremendous water features, including a 30acre spring-fed lake and a serene pond. The spring is reported to produce around 600 gallons per minute and has exceptionally consistent production, even during extended drought periods. The spring-fed creek bisecting the property provides a haven for the abundant wildlife and allows for fantastic water fowl hunting, deer hunting and fishing. $760,000

CR 433 170± ACRES | LEE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1788931 Horse-friendly property with excellent hunting and fishing! Located approximately three miles northeast of Dime Box, this property is accessed by an unpaved easement road extending from CR 433 through a separate property. The ranch is the perfect weekend getaway and includes excellent water features. Yegua Creek runs along the heavily wooded eastern boundary of the property, and three ponds are located throughout. The remainder of the acreage contains mostly level land, magnificent oak trees and gorgeous views. Additionally, a set of working pens sits near the center of the property. The property offers great hunting along the creek and fishing in each pond. $525,000

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LITTLE BLANCO RIVER RANCH 20± ACRES | BLANCO COUNTY This magnificent ranch is located approximately four miles southeast of Blanco, only four miles from HWY 281, to FM 473W and then to Cedar Circle, convenient to San Antonio and Austin. The beautiful rock main house on the property includes three bedrooms and two baths, and offers a wonderful fireplace and large covered porches. In addition to the main house, there is a garage with a cozy apartment above it. The low-fenced property includes frontage on the gorgeous Little Blanco River, and an excellent water well on the property provides water for the main house. The terrain is mostly level, however the main house is situated on a hilltop that overlooks the Little Blanco River. The vegetation is mainly hay meadows and large trees that line the river. The property’s abundant wildlife includes whitetail deer, turkeys, doves and a variety of fish. This property truly has it all; a beautiful, well-built home, frontage on the Little Blanco River and fabulous views of the gorgeous countryside. $850,000

145 BIG JOSHUA CREEK ROAD 49± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2032000 This beautiful property consists of 49 tree-studded acres and includes a crystal clear creek with a solid rock bottom and nice clear pools of water. A six acre picturesque meadow near the creek offers terrific Hill Country views from many locations. This ideal recreational property also includes tennis courts, septic and well, and is conveniently located only 40 miles from San Antonio and less than two miles from IH-10. These kinds of properties are not available very often! $899,000

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VOSS RANCH 352± ACRES | BASTROP COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2304504 The Voss Ranch offers a rare opportunity to purchase a 352-acre tract located just 25 miles from downtown Austin. This piece of property is 50 percent pasture and 50 percent wooded. he ranch offers nice water features including Voss Lake and multiple tanks. Additionally, Maha Creek winds through and around the property. The main house overlooks a beautiful well maintained pasture and pond. The secondary home is a historic, and is believed to be built over 100 years ago. Other improvements include a metal barn and covered area, detached carport, swimming pool and deck. The Voss Ranch is a great investment, as it has frontage on FM 535 and CR 219 off of Highway 21 and offers a multitude of recreational opportunities. This ranch would make an excellent horse or cattle property, or an ideal hunting or weekend getaway. Minerals are negotiable. $2,795,000

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RANCHO LOS LAGARTOS 4,046± ACRES | VAL VERDE COUNTY Rancho Los Lagartos is an outstanding hunting property with large numbers of whitetail deer, aoudad and turkey and great quail hunting. The ranch is located just four miles west of Del Rio on Hwy 277. The main entrance from the highway is a well-maintained caliche road. The property includes three houses.

The main house offers seven bedrooms, seven baths and two living areas. The second home includes, two bedrooms and two baths, and the third home is a one-bedroom, one-bath. The perimeter of the ranch is low-fenced (12.5± miles) and is divided into five pastures, which are also low-fenced. The property adjoins Lake Amistad Reservoir on the west, offering world-class fishing. There are three stock tanks and five water wells throughout the ranch (three with submersible pumps and two windmills), as well as also two small springs. The terrain includes low to mid-level brush species throughout the property. There are several large drainages that traverse the property and provide a haven for the ranch’s abundant wildlife. The ranch has a level 3 MLD permit, and improvements to the property are well-maintained. $5,644,170 132

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3455 CR 274 202± ACRES | BURNET AND WILLIAMSON COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2082100 This fantastic ranch features approximately 3,500 feet of Bear Creek frontage on the south side of the ranch, as well as fantastic views of the surrounding area. Outbuildings include a large implement shed, hay barns, a metal grain bin, livestock pens, two newer water wells and a large stock pond. The minerals on the property are believed to be intact with no leases known at this time. The property offers century old-oaks, and about is 60 percent of it is wooded. The remainder of the land offers open fields with improved grasses, such as Klein and Coastal. This ranch would cut up nicely with over a mile of paved county road frontage, and is very close in to the growing Liberty Hill area. The ranch’s farmland has been very productive over the years and offers fertile soils, with high top field land as well as low bottom field land. $1,435,953, additional 10± acres available for an additional $100,000.

00 HWY 290 244± ACRES | BASTROP COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2126022 This tract of land is ideally situated for a mixed-use development and single-family home development. The land is located just three miles away from the Elgin Campus of Austin Community College and 30 miles from the Circuit of the Americas. The property is convenient to a new Wal-Mart Supercenter and multiple rail lines. Seller is willing divide out the HWY 290 frontage for commercial development in 5-20 acre options, and also divide the back of the property for residential development.

The site is traversed by three aerial electrical easements running north to south. In addition, there is a road easement connecting HWY 290 to a five-acre, fee-simple tract owned by Aqua Water Supply Corporation. $3,495,506

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181 SEVEN SISTERS DRIVE 109± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2134647 Awesome property with wonderful views of the Texas Hill Country. Perched on a 1,800-foot hilltop, this rock home features three bedrooms, three living areas, five baths and five fireplaces. The home includes dual master bedrooms, one on the main level and one the second level. The kitchen is open to one of the cozy living areas with a rock fireplace.

Other features are some wood ceilings, rock flooring and a nice study. The outdoor areas offer perfect space for entertaining, including large porches, a deck and outdoor patio with fireplace. $2,500,000

SKYLINE DRIVE 37± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1938945 This 37-acre hilltop property south of Comfort offers 360-degree views and multiple building sites. The property is one of the highest elevations in Kendall County at 1,800 feet, and long-range views are incredible in all directions. The pinnacle offers a spacious and level building site, while oak and cedar trees offer privacy. The hilltop is already equipped with a water well and electricity as an added amenity. This paved road is easily accessible from IH-10 and the town of Comfort. $495,000.

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496 PR 7822 50± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1731704 Framed by mature oak trees, this fabulous 50-acre property features two one-story houses. The main home offers an open floor plan and comfortable areas for living and entertaining, while the interior boasts a spacious living area with stone fireplace, a casual dining area, and a large study. The island kitchen features stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, and SubZero-style refrigerator and freezer. The split master suite has outside access and a private bath with double vanity, walk-in closet, whirlpool tub, and separate shower. A putting green and extensive covered patios are ideal for entertaining, and a twobedroom guest house and horse barn with living quarters provide a private retreat for family and visitors. Relax in the sparkling pool or explore the grounds of this beautiful tree-studded property. $725,000

1956 FM 1554 525± ACRES | JIM WELLS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2134648 South Texas Ranch on the outskirts of Alice. A good mix of cultivated farm land (approximately 294 acres of grain/cotton) and thick native brush (231 acres) Excellent paved road frontage on FM 1554 and S. Hwy 281 bypass. Has development potential. Seller will consider dividing property into two tracts. Currently farm land is leased. Approximately yearly income of $30,000. Some minerals available.

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Selah Ranch Franklin County $6,500,000 1016 Acres

Black Bridge Ranch Milam County $6,750,000 1034 Acres

Goff Goff Ranch Ranch Cooke Cooke County County $2,725,000 $2,725,000 80 Acres 80 Acres

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David Burgher | C: 214-213-8715 | dburgher@briggsfreeman.com

2913 Fairmount, Suite 200 | Dallas, Texas 75201

Harlan Ray | C: 214-908-7770 | hray@briggsfreeman.com

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Hat Creek Ranch 2,863± ACRES | NOLAN COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1802066 WATER IN WEST TEXAS! Great opportunity to own an amazing West Texas hunting ranch with truly incredible water features. Fantastic hunting including whitetail deer, gemsbok, axis, Corsican sheep, red sheep, fallow deer, and Aoudad. The spacious 5,000 square-foot custom built main residence has all the comforts of home. Ranch must be seen to be truly appreciated. Offered at $9,950,000. Contact David Burgher, c: (214) 213-8715 or Harlan Ray, c: (214) 908-7770.

Robinson Ranch 831± ACRES | BLANCO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1380169 The historic Robinson Ranch was originally established in 1885 in the heart of the Texas Hill Country in Blanco County. The beautiful ranch features two rustic rock homes that are filled with vintage charm. Easily accessible, the ranch is located one hour from Austin, one hour and 15 minutes from San Antonio, four hours from Dallas, and only 20 minutes from Horseshoe Bay Resort. The ranch has diverse terrain including rolling hills, beautiful creek bottoms, and even some great pastureland.

Cypress Creek runs throughout a large portion of the ranch. This beautiful rock bottom creek has several deep pools and a lush canopy of trees to create a very peaceful setting in the spring fed, year round water source.

The ranch has an abundance of wildlife. Priced at $10,395,625. Contact Harlan Ray, c: (214) 908-7770 or David Burgher, c: (214) 213-8715.

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From our office listed below:

Harlan Ray | C: 214-908-7770 | hray@briggsfreeman.com

2913 Fairmount, Suite 200 | Dallas, Texas 75201

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Bosque Canyon Ranch PART OF 3,745± ACRES | BOSQUE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1126304 Enjoy a ranch without the headaches. Be one of only 48 members who own an undivided interest in part of a 3,745-acre shared ranch and a deeded five-acre lot only 90 miles from Dallas and 10 minutes from Lake Whitney. The Lodge includes a full kitchen, gym, pool, four casitas and a three-bedroom, three-bath house.

A second pool is a restored stock tank under a windmill. There’s great hunting and fishing with deer, turkey, dove, and two large stocked lakes and a quality skeet range, gun range, horse barn and full time on site manager. Prices: Starting at $385,000 Contact David Burgher, c: (214) 213–8715

Rancho Sereno 120± ACRES | COOKE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1789733 Only an hour north of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, the 120-acre Rancho Serano is outside Whitesboro in the Red River Valley’s Cross Timbers region. The property has four ponds, beautiful meadows and hilly woodlands teeming with a variety of wildlife. There are four contemporary Lake Flato-inspired buildings; the owners house overlooking a pond and a three-building compound currently being used as a bed and breakfast, overlooking another pond. The property is at 17234 FM 678 and being offered at $1,525,000.

For information call Angie Nelson, c: (214) 794-8945 or David Burgher, c: (214) 213-8715.

Florence Ranch 786± ACRES | WILLIAMSON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1566058 Beautiful Hill Country ranch less than one hour outside of Downtown Austin! Rolling pastures and an abundance of live oaks create a great feel throughout the ranch. This property has several great pastures for grazing as well as plenty of thick cover for deer and turkey hunting. Due to the location and road frontage of this ranch, there is a great deal of development potential. Seller will consider dividing. Priced at $5,344,800.

Contact Harlan Ray, c: (214) 908-7770 or David Burgher, c: (214) 213-8715.

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David Burgher | C: 214-213-8715 | dburgher@briggsfreeman.com

2913 Fairmount, Suite 200 | Dallas, Texas 75201

Harlan Ray | C: 214-908-7770 | hray@briggsfreeman.com

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Twin Mountain Ranch 650± ACRES | PALO PINTO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2268051 Twin Mountain Ranch is a beautiful hunting ranch with amazing views within one hour of Fort Worth, Texas. This ranch has very diverse terrain with two large mountains at the center of the property and several draws throughout. There is a six acre lake and three other stock ponds. A wildlife management program has been put in place. There ranch has a wide variety of native grasses and a 20 acre food plot.

There is abundant hunting on the ranch including aoudad sheep, deer, turkey, duck, and doves. Property has electricity, paved frontage and frontage on I-20, city water is available. Contact Harlan Ray, c: (214) 908-7770 or David Burgher, c: (214) 213-8715.

Mountain View Ranch

15± ACRES | DENTON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2227996

Mountain View Ranch is located on 15 acres in the hill country setting of North Texas. This professionally planned estate is ideal for family living, entertaining and ranching. Intimate gatherings or large scale outdoor entertaining for a 100+ guest, are all possible on this beautiful well maintained property. The 5,600 square-foot main house has panoramic views of the outdoor entertaining areas, matures trees and beautiful pastures from both the wall of windows and doors in the living area and the covered patios and deck by the pool and spa. The first floor features an open floor plan with an updated kitchen that opens to the living room, dining room and wet bar area. In addition to new paint and flooring the updated kitchen with new appliances and granite counters has been expanded to include a prep kitchen with a double oven and a multi-purpose room with abundant storage for craft projects and has several other possibilities. There are two bedrooms downstairs, a master suite and a secondary bedroom, and three bedrooms upstairs including a second master suite and two secondary bedrooms one of which could also serve as an office with a private balcony.

In addition there is an eight-stall 5,000 square-foot custom barn with a sheet metal interior/exterior with a two-story apartment that could double as a ranch office. The ranch is private and secure with a private gate and paved road that leads to the house and barn, and pipe rod fencing throughout. Contact Harlan Ray, c: (214) 908-7770 or David Burgher, c: (214) 213-8715 for more information.

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2913 Fairmount, Suite 200 | Dallas, Texas 75201

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Black Bridge Ranch 1,034Âą ACRES | MILAM COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1946013 This is a rare opportunity to have over four miles of Brazos River frontage in the heart of Central Texas. Property is located 45 minutes from College Station, one hour and 45 minutes from Austin, and two hours 30 minutes from Dallas. Enjoy several amazing views of the river from multiple lookout points. Property has a lush rolling terrain with very mature hardwoods throughout. There is some additional information concerning income potential on this property. Offered at $7,000,000. Contact Harlan Ray, c: (214) 908-7770 or David Burgher, c: (214) 213-8715 for more information.

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David Burgher | C: 214-213-8715 | dburgher@briggsfreeman.com

2913 Fairmount, Suite 200 | Dallas, Texas 75201

Harlan Ray | C: 214-908-7770 | hray@briggsfreeman.com

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Moon River Ranch 951Âą ACRES | FALLS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2050591 Moon River Ranch is one of the most spectacular ranches on the Brazos River currently on the market. This area of Central Texas, and more specifically, Falls County, is known in the agricultural world for its rich, fertile land and lush bottom country. In addition to the highly productive soil, this portion of the county has some incredible views of rolling hillsides and gorgeous pastureland. The property is currently being used to host executive retreats, corporate events, weddings, private parties, and family reunions. Enjoy peaceful horseback rides through the pastures; shoot skeet, or float in a canoe down four miles of frontage the Brazos River.

The property itself is truly one of a kind. The headquarters of the ranch includes an impressive custom built main lodge, several additional homes or residences, workshops, barns, and even a multi-use dancehall. Moon River can accommodate an overnight group of approximately 90 people and can host many more depending for a single day, depending upon the demands of the specific event. Everything about this fine property suggests a warm personal touch to a fine Texas ranch. Located only 20 minutes from Waco, 90 minutes from the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, and 75 minutes from the Austin area the ranch is an extremely convenient location to access from several parts of the state. Property is offered at $7,900,000. Contact Harlan Ray, c: (214) 908-7770 or David Burgher, c: (214) 213-8715 for more information.

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Diversity Ranch 1,500± ACRES | ERATH COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1180765

Diversity Ranch is located three miles north of Lingleville, Texas, just 12 miles west of Stephenville in Erath County. Breathtaking views, improved pastures and several ten acre lakes stocked with largemouth bass. The topography is rolling with native grasses and wooded areas. There are four stock ponds and several wet weather creeks. The property has deer feeders, quail feeders, and stands throughout that service the abundant wildlife. The ranch has been well maintained with excellent roads and very little grazing. Fences are in good condition. For information go to www.diversityranch.com or contact Dax Pass, c: (214) 557-8643.

Hendrick Ranch 1,233± ACRES | TAYLOR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2118597 The historic Hedrick Ranch is located just east of Buffalo Gap, Texas and is 15 miles south of Abilene, Texas. The native stone home was built in 1893 with the stone being 18 inches thick and quarried from the area. Breathtaking views, improved pastures, hardwoods and wet weather creeks run throughout this extraordinary property. The topography is rolling with native grasses and wooded areas. There are five stock ponds and several wet weather creeks.

Abundant wildlife thrives on this ranch and a hunting lease has been in place for several years. The ranch has been well maintained with good roads and very little grazing. Fences are in good condition. Minerals available. For information contact Dax Pass, c: (214) 557-8643.

Russel Ranch 167± ACRES | TAYLOR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2301924 167 acres in Taylor County, just east of Buffalo Gap, Texas. Nice elevations on one end of the property make for excellent home sites overlooking Buffalo Gap with mixed hardwoods. Native grasses, wooded areas and rangeland complete the remaining acres. Abundant wildlife thrives on this ranch and a hunting lease has been in place for several years. The ranch has been well maintained with good roads and very little grazing.

Fences are in good condition. Minerals available. For more information contact Dax Pass, c: (214) 557-8643.

Taylor Ranch 623± ACRES | DENTON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2124972 623.21± acres in Denton County north of Denton and just south of Ray Roberts Lake. Beautiful rolling hills with a seasonal creek running north to south through the middle of the tract. Open pasture with hardwoods along the creek comprise the majority of the acreage with a portion under cultivation for winter wheat. Excellent native grasses and the fences are in good condition. For more information contact Dax Pass, c: (214) 557-8643.

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River Crossing Ranch 6,430± ACRES | MCCULLOCH & SAN SABA COUNTIES This fabulous, resource-laden legacy ranch lies along sixand-a-half miles of stunning San Saba River frontage in a remote but spectacular area in the center of Brady, Mason, Llano and San Saba. The river is known for the beautiful, towering cliffs up to 150 feet high, riddled with countless caves, nooks and crannies. Fly fishing is splendid in this section of river, with depths rarely over four feet, and the splendor and scenery is second to none. Bald Eagles have been sighted here, and the overall wildlife mix on this ranch is robust, including native and exotic deer, large flocks of wild turkey and varmints of various species.

Call for prospectus on this sealed bid, timed offering.

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Spring Lake Ranch 297± ACRES | KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1729735 A large spring complex puts out 40–50 GPM into one of the most scenic and deep lakes in this highly sought-after Upper Turtle Creek area just outside charming Kerrville.

A nice lodge lies along the lakeshore, with beautiful rock patio bulkheaded into the shoreline, providing easy access for kayaks, fishing, snorkeling, floating and private relaxation. Paved interior roads, manicured rolling rangeland and tons of wildlife round out the package.

Price: $10,500 per acre or $3,118,500

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Bowie Mountain Ranch 2,000± ACRES | LLANO COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1942841 The fabled Enchanted Rock area of southern Llano County is truly one of the most scenic in all of Texas. This new offering, in same family for generations, contains large flowing creeks lined by granite boulders and cliffs in rugged and highly exotic settings. Views of the surrounding landmarks are splendid from many locations, and abundant wildlife includes aoudad sheep found amongst the crags. Towering hardwoods of oak and pecan line sandy creek bottoms, with impressive granite and sandstone rock features abound.

Price: $3,950 per acre or $7,900,000

405 W Live Oak | Fredericksburg, Texas 78624

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Price: $2,950 per acre or $1,920,450

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River Canyon Ranch 447± ACRES | MASON COUNTY This rugged but stunningly beautiful ranch lies on the north banks of the fabled Llano River, in an historic and remote area west of Mason. Included is a permanent spring, outstanding native whitetail deer, awesome pecan bottom and staggering long range views of one of the prettiest stretches of live water known in Texas. This blank canvas includes a secluded, private homesite overlooking the teal river in both directions, and a totally self-contained, spring-fed canyon that flows water much of the time.

Price: $2,011,500 or $4,500 per acre

Allen Creek Ranch 347± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1171144 This supremely-located recreational ranch is located a stone’s throw from sizzling Boerne, and less than 30 minutes from north San Antonio. At the end of a gravel county road, this beautiful and rugged parcel is split by a lush valley of hardwoods, culminating in a dazzling, four-acre lake in a gorgeous mountain setting. This fine ranch is loaded with staggering vista points, and numerous homesites are found on points both high and low. Price recently reduced to $9,950 per acre or $3,452,650

405 W Live Oak | Fredericksburg, Texas 78624

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Mike Bacon/General Partner mike@txranchbrokers.com | (512) 940–8800 PO Box 201330, Austin, Texas 78720

L Big Sky Ranch 400± ACRES | LAMPASAS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1749522 The Big Sky Ranch is a spectacular gated 400± acre ranch. The topography has tremendous vistas from the higher elevations. Most cedar has been cleared leaving scattered hardwood cover. Areas have been left untouched for game and 44 acres of coastal fields. Approximately 300 acres are in an eight-foot game fence enclosure. The stunning home is built on the highest point and overlooking the entire ranch, it has a rock exterior, standing seam roof, 14-foot ceilings, 25 tons of HVAC, a single story design and is tastefully decorated. Highlights include; four bedrooms, four baths, four half-baths, two commercially equipped kitchens, a massive great room with an enormous free standing bar and a dining area and a heated four-car attached garage. Also, there are two three-bedroom, two-bath, guest apartments. The barn is an insulated metal building 60x120, air and heated, with office, three baths, wood working shop, fire-proof safe room, metal working shop and an equipment storage area. There are eight stocked lakes, three wells and two windmill wells.

All roads in the ranch are all weather with a graded base. The ranch has an MLD permit. Two genetically selected does have created a superior whitetail herd. In addition, there are exotics, turkey, dove, and ducks for hunting options.

This ranch is well suited for family/corporate retreat, horse/cattle ranch, home place, and future development. Price: $2,950,000

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Latigo Ranch 248.93± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1762622 The Latigo Ranch is the perfect legacy ranch. Exceptionally scenic and perfectly suited for family gatherings, entertaining, sports and livestock. Located about 45 minutes northwest of Austin and three hours from either Dallas or Houston. The setting is spectacular as the land is gently rolling, surrounded by dramatic views and mountain sides. The pastures are placed like golf course fairways and the headwaters of Hairston Creek meanders diagonally across the entire property. The inviting rock home is beside the creek, built in 2002 and fully up to date with an outdoor deck and covered porch, all enclosed by a welded pipe fence. The 1,200 square-foot guest house was completely rebuilt. The barn is a welded steel ICM 30’x40’ enclosed structure on a concrete slab with 3’-12’ roll-up overhead doors. There are two 40’x20’ overhangs that are used for equipment storage on one side and for a wash rack and stock shelter on the other. There are working pens, a small office/apartment in the barn and a 1,000 gallon septic system to serve it. This is a true trophy ranch that many desire but rarely find. Additional acreage available. Price: $1,995,000

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Drew Colvin/General Partner drew@txranchbrokers.com | (512) 755–2078 PO Box 1338, Burnet, Texas 78611

Mike Bacon/General Partner mike@txranchbrokers.com | (512) 940–8800 PO Box 201330, Austin, Texas 78720

Lucky Penny Ranch 533.77± ACRES | BELL COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1033759 The Lucky Penny is a spectacular 533± acre ranch.

Tremendous vistas, rolling terrain and coastal fields.

Over 1.5 miles of creek frontage and a stocked eightacre lake. Three-bedroom home, deck, guest house, paved drive, barn with an apartment and workshop.

Pole barn, working pens, corral, new eight-stall horse barn, and lighted riding arena. Also, high-fenced for superior bred exotics. Turkey, dove, and ducks for hunting options. Executive ranch for family/ corporate retreat, horse/cattle ranch, home place, and future development. Price: $5,500,000

Llano Live Water Ranch 225± ACRES | LLANO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1361671 This stunning 225 acres located near Llano, is highly improved, complete with a very tastefully done Texas style rock home, detached garage and barn with a workshop, breathtaking views, 1,000 feet of creek frontage and 3,500 feet of dramatic Llano River frontage. The ranch is high fenced and offers excellent native and exotic wildlife. With its highway frontage, it is easily accessible from Austin. Price: $2,450,000 152

Bent Tree Ranch 30± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1511221 Striking custom Texas Ranch Style home overlooks a scenic hill country view perfectly placed on 30 acres with a pond and lush green pastures. This exceptional ranch offers an equipment barn with hay storage, pens and turn outs. The property fenced and cross fenced, two wells, lake with plenty of deer, dove and turkey. Ag exempted. All of this, and less than one hour from Austin. Price: $719,900

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Patten Ranch Acreage 145± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1932568 Approximately 45 minutes northwest of Austin, south of Lampasas, and 20 minutes from Burnet. There are big views from many locations, offering numerous building sites. Very good tree cover, meadows and open areas for food plots. Two ponds that could be enlarged. Excellent deer, dove, and turkey hunting. Ideal place for recreation, hunting, home place, or development. The seller will consider dividing and will convey 50 percent of owned minerals. Price: $645,000

Big Oaks Ranch 1,315± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 920666 An excellent investment and development opportunity located between Burnet and Lampasas. The property has access off of County Road 101. Tall oaks, running creek, open grazing land, plenty of woods, native underbrush and several stock tanks for cattle or horses. A comfortable frame house and a set of working pens are also on the property. If you looking for a place to high-fence, this is it! Price: $3,945,000

Quinn Ranch 1,003± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1376727 Scenic Hill Country ranch includes a nice restored mid 1900’s three-bedroom, two-bathroom house, CACH, fireplace, hardwood floors. There is a onebedroom/one-bath foreman’s /guest house, barn and multi-acre lake. The land has fields, trees, valleys, and rolling hills that provide magnificent views.

Well suited for livestock, hunting, and game management. Only 45 minutes from Austin, one could easily commute. Price: $3,660,950

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Drew Colvin/General Partner drew@txranchbrokers.com | (512) 755–2078 PO Box 1338, Burnet, Texas 78611

Mike Bacon/General Partner mike@txranchbrokers.com | (512) 940–8800 PO Box 201330, Austin, Texas 78720

Tablerock Creek 209± ACRES | CORYELL COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1779035 Incredibly scenic ranch, a little over an hour from Austin and 15 minutes from Copperas Cove. There is approximately 1/2 mile of frontage on Lutheran Church Road. Rolling terrain with big views from many vantage points. A limestone bottom creek, meanders through the ranch with numerous dam sites. The ranch has a dense cover of very diverse plant life and provides excellent game cover. There are cleared fields along the creek that are ideal for food plots or improved grasses.

Game is very plentiful. The land has the potential to be a showplace. Multiple uses from hunting, recreation, livestock or development. The sellers will consider dividing. This ranch is worth a look. Price: $1,213,360

Pence Ranch 198± ACRES | LAVACA COUNTY Beautiful custom home, on 198 acres, built in 2010 and ideal for entertaining. The home has five bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a gourmet kitchen, 1,000 bottle wine room, large study, covered front with fireplace), back porches and loads of built-ins. Additional improvements include a 10,000 square-foot barn, with a two-bedroom, two-bath apartment, and an implement/hay barn. The land has everything from coastal fields to dense woods.

The Navidad River meanders through the ranch and the hunting is excellent. This ranch is convenient to Houston, San Antonio, and Austin. Price: $2,450,000

Lazy L Ranch 779± ACRES | LAMPASAS COUNTY This magnificent ranch is loaded with variety and character. From high elevations and panoramic views, to bottom land fields and gently rolling topography.

Tree cover and several ponds provide cover and water for game and livestock. The ranch has 3,000 feet of Bennett Creek frontage, a major tributary of the Lampasas River. Improvements include a new 50x80 barndominium. If you are looking for a recreation, hunting ranch this one is worth a look. Price: $3,096,525

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Matt Mann/Broker | matt@lgland.com | (713) 402–8827 | www.LGLand.com

Clear Water Creek Ranch 4,192.12± ACRES | KINNEY COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1701722

Seven miles west of Brackettville, this high-fenced 4,200acre ranch is an outdoorsman’s dream. A half mile of live Pinto Creek flows through the property offering beautiful views and good fishing. There are five water wells, four ponds and miles of water lines to numerous concrete water troughs. The ranch has a four-bedroom lodge, three-bedroom lodge, three bunkhouses, a 5,000-squarefoot metal barn, dog kennels and a lighted roping arena.

Price: $6,686,431 or $1,595 per acre

Enchanted Springs Ranch

235± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2265557 Situated 16 miles north of Fredericksburg, Texas, this beautiful 235-acre Hill Country ranch has over 400 feet of elevation changes, and 30 mile views in every direction, including pristine views of Enchanted Rock, just three miles away. The ranch has an early 1,900s two-story home that is in good shape, a hunter’s cabin, and a small barn. The barbed wire perimeter fencing is in good shape, and there is a good road system in place. Several seasonal creeks traverse the heavily wooded property, and there are four live springs. There is one water well. Minerals available. $6,995 per acre

Oaxley Branch Ranch 301± ACRES | DEWITT COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2039599

4D Ranch

948± ACRES | JIM HOGG COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1701702

Nine miles west of Hebbronville, this high-fenced 948-acre ranch is a mixture of native brush country and rolling mott country with red dirt and sandy loam soils. Great quail and deer hunting, with superior genetic breeder deer released.

There are two water wells, miles of two in PVC water lines feeding five ponds and several water troughs, a nice four bedroom lodge, and an 1,800-square-foot metal barn.

Price: $2,200,000 or $2,320 per acre

This beautiful 301-acre ranch is located on the eastern city limit line of Cuero, Texas on Highway 87. This prime property is filled with huge live oaks and native brush, as well as some open grazing pasture. There is approximately one mile of Oaxley Branch Creek that traverses the property, offering rolling terrain with excellent home sites. The west boundary line is the Cuero city limit line, and the south boundary line is 1,500 feet of Highway 87 frontage. City Utilities are located at the Southwest corner, next to the Tractor Supply.

This property would be perfect for development or a nice sized recreational ranch close to town. 25 percent of the minerals are owned and will convey. Price: $2,709,000

Flying M Ranch

874± ACRES | FRIO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1927119 Minerals in the Eagleford Shale! This high fenced 874-acre ranch is located five miles west of Dilley, Texas on Highway 117. This prime South Texas hunting ranch is heavily wooded with diverse native brush and bull mesquites, has rolling terrain with stunning vistas, a 300 GPM Carrizo Aquifer irrigation well, and four ponds. The ranch offers a nice 1,500-square-foot house, barn, and working pens.

One-eighth of the minerals and executive rights will convey. Price: $3,627,100 or $4,150 per acre

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Enchanted Rock Ranch 4,500± ACRES | LLANO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2259692 The Enchanted Rock Ranch in Llano County, Texas, is one of the most unique and special ranch properties available today. It is located in the heart of the granite country of Texas, an area rich in history, and adjacent to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area. The ranch offers breathtaking scenery, fantastic hunting, both sides of live water Crabapple Creek, lakes, ponds and a LEED certified custom home; all highlighted by the spectacular granite outcrops, topography and extremely productive habitats and rangeland. Contact for price.

Washita River Ranch 5,771± ACRES | HEMPHILL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2267436 This is an absolutely premier bobwhite quail ranch in the Texas panhandle with stunning numbers of wild, natural birds on the Washita River. This is one of the last of the great quail ranches, sitting in the heart of the largest sand sage community in the United States, and is arguably the only ranch of its kind available on the market today. It has been very intensely managed for 15 years, and hunters can expect to flush 16-18 coveys per day in normal years, and 9-12 coveys per day during drier periods. Price: $6,650,000 156

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YOLO Ranch 3,000± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2259513 The Yolo Ranch is a one of a kind ranch with expertly managed habitat for wild quail production, a headquarters compound that is unmatched, a 20 plus acre lake and many other amenities. It is located in a honey hole of red sands in southern Medina County allowing for extraordinary populations of quail, deer, dove and other wildlife. Offering includes Seller’s minerals and operating company. With the improvements and lake added in, this ranch is a year round recreational paradise or permanent home, given its accessibility to Hondo and San Antonio. Contact for price.

Footprint Ranch 1,204± ACRES | LEE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2108712 The Footprints Ranch is a true heritage ranch located between Austin and College Station; less than two hours from Houston. The ranch consists of rolling hills with an excellent mix of beautiful improved pastures and thick woods dominated by oaks and pines. The pinnacle of the ranch is the amazing lodge overlooking the 80-acre lake, a true rarity in this part of the State. The ranch, while low fenced, is under an MLD I program and the whitetail deer herd is well managed and protein fed. With all the cover and water on the ranch, the deer population is outstanding. Price: $6,900,000

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Cactus Jack Ranch 7,003± ACRES | WEBB COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2003393 Within the Golden Triangle of South Texas there is a mineral rich red dirt zone with a mythical area situated in northeastern Webb County; an area that has proven to consistently produce the largest antlered native whitetailed deer in Texas. The historic 7,003± acre Cactus Jack Ranch lies within this Holy Grail of Texas deer habitat and genetics. Managed accordingly, this ranch also has the potential to be a top-notch quail destination as well.

Already well watered, the topography and existing high volume well offer the potential for larger lakes to round out the ranch’s year-round appeal.

Contact for price.

French Ingram Ranch 14,035± ACRES | VAL VERDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1758597 SUBSTANTIAL $1.3 MILLION PRICE REDUCTION! The historic French Ingram Ranch in Val Verde County, Texas has over seven miles of crystal clear flowing Pecos River frontage. This very private ranch has been in the same family since the 1920’s and includes a spectacular cut limestone home, custom built in the 1930’s. The headquarters area is nestled in a beautiful valley with live oaks, conjuring up images of famed Texas Ranger Captain Jack Hays stepping out to greet a visitor on the screened porch. This is an incredible year-round recreational ranch paradise that offers both hunting and fishing, not to mention exploring for Native American artifacts or pictographs and enjoying the stars at night or the daytime views of the Sierra Madre Oriental Mountains. Price: $11,200,000 158

Chaparral Ranch 507± ACRES | ELLIS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2083622 The Chaparral Ranch is 25 minutes from Dallas! This property is an ideal candidate to turn into a high-fenced hunting ranch. It has over 1.5 miles of Bear Creek and plenty of woods for hunting. It also has rich soil and cultivated areas for a fantastic dove field or some perennial whitetail food plots. It has access to utilities, and a few good cabin sites. The ranch has nine ponds and Bear Creek runs through the heart of the ranch. 100 percent of the minerals will convey with an acceptable contract. Price: $1,775,000

Coggin Clear Creek Ranch 929± ACRES | BROWN COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1973450 The Coggin Clear Creek Ranch is a quintessential West Central Texas property encompassing a total of 929± acres with nearly 3,000 feet of spring-fed Clear Creek. The rolling topography provides miles of views from Sandstone outcropping lined ridges, accented by majestic live oaks, mesquite flats, fertile pastures with oak motts, numerous cedar elms, persimmons, agarito and other species. Hunting is excellent with whitetailed deer, bobwhite quail, turkey, and dove galore. The Coggin Clear Creek Ranch, a part of the Coggin Brothers holdings put together in 1884 was purchased by the current owners family in 1934. Living Texas history at its finest! Price: $2,090,250

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Brushy Creek Ranch 645± ACRES | ANDERSON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2108667 The Brushy Creek Ranch is a manicured, stunning retreat in the prestigious area known as Brushy Creek, just South of Athens. It is a valuable, managed timber property with terrific topography, great hunting, and a country cabin in excellent condition. The ranch has four ponds and Little Brushy Creek runs through the Southern part of the ranch. Five potential lake site locations have been staked and flagged throughout the ranch. The timber is professionally managed by Burns Forestry and has been meticulously, and intensively, managed for many years. Price: $3,500,000

Bulcher Vista Ranch 290± ACRES | COOKE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1886845 Bulcher Vista Ranch is comprised of 290± rolling acres in the beautiful North Texas Hill Country north of St. Jo, Texas. Within 1.5 hours of the Dallas/ Fort Worth Metroplex, Bulcher Vista is perfect for getaways, running cattle/ horses, hunting and/or building a custom home with incredible views!

Looking off the ranch’s high point you can see the tree-lined creek running through the ranch and then all the way into Oklahoma! Price: $1,305,000

Lee Ranch 971± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1973306 The Lee Ranch, Medina County, Texas, is situated in the much sought after transition country just north of Hondo where South Texas meets the Hill Country. The ranch is a ready to go hunting ranch with both highfenced and low-fenced pastures, exotics, improved deer genetics, native wildlife, water distribution, countless oak trees, Mustang Creek, fantastic improvements, end of road privacy, conservation oriented neighbors and wonderful views. Price: $3,738,350

Ford’s Prairie Ranch 170± ACRES | FAYETTE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1984633 Fords Prairie Ranch is located 12 miles west of La Grange, Texas on West Old Lockhart Road. Located 55 miles from downtown Austin, 113 miles from Houston, and 108 miles from San Antonio. The ranch has a mixture of open pastures and thick timber with multiple stock tanks. Fords Prairie is a 170 acre, cross-fenced rotate cattle in different pasture throughout the year. The ranch has ample access to electricity throughout, also there are three water wells spaced out across the ranch. Price: $995,000

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www.JimmyReno.com | Jimmy@JimmyReno.com | (830) 329–1930

Lamb Creek Ranch 136± ACRES | KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1813113 Gorgeous water close to Kerrville! 2,200 feet of tree-lined Lambs Creek.

The improved pasture is perfect for horses, cattle or farming. The multiple hilltops offer great building opportunities. There is a charming rock ranch house, implement barn, workshop, and two RV hook ups. It offers great hunting with an abundance of wildlife. This is a wonderful ranch just waiting for someone to make it their showplace. Price $1,750,000

Heaven’s Doorstep Ranch 307± ACRES | KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2103183 Great hunting ranch with easy access five miles from Mt. Home. The ranch has a three-bedroom, three-bath rock house with a nice yard. It has a great road system making it easy to get around, and the land has been cleared of most of the cedar yet still good cover for the animals. Great hunting with whitetail, axis, blackbuck, sika, fallow and red deer. There are two nice wet weather creek beds lined with beautiful hardwoods, and there is a catfish pond. Easy access with close proximity to I-10 yet very private. Price: $1,595,000

R-C Ranch 203± ACRES | REAL COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2080426 Perfect hunting ranch! This ranch has been game managed for years to produce trophy whitetail. The whitetail herd has had protein year-round, and the numbers and the buck to doe ratio has been closely kept. It shows when you drive around and see the deer on the place. There is a nice pond on the ranch offering a great place to water the wildlife and nice place for ducks. The perimeter is completely game fenced, there is a comfortable cabin great for hunters, two wells and a metal barn. It has all a hunter needs. Price: $749,000

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Cherry Creek Ranch 296± ACRES | KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2033654 A great piece of property with endless possibilities. Located only five miles from Comfort and 15 miles from Kerrville. The land offers rolling hills with nice hardwoods, three fields, four ponds, and a wet weather creek. There are multiple building sites perfect for your dream house, or for sub development. The fields are perfect for cultivation, and there is a well in place. The location and the terraced fields make this place an ideal spot for a vineyard and winery, or for livestock! Price: $1,395,000

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Upala Springs Ranch 117± ACRES | KERR COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2268335 This 117± acre Texas Hill Country haven is close to Kerrville at the end of Fall Creek Road, fenced and cross-fenced with varied terrain — including horse-friendly pastures — a stock pond, privacy, and views! The spectacular home and the other improvements were created with complete attention to detail sparing no expense. From its all weather roads, swimming pool, outdoor kitchen and gigantic garage to the wonderful, open split floor plan, gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and gas fireplace, man cave, game room with pool table, fully equipped exercise room and the extensive list of amenities in the main house to both of the other residences and the barn/equipment facility, you’ll see quality everywhere you look. You’ll love the views and feel the privacy and tranquility of this magnificent property. Price: $2,395,000

Bear Creek Ranch

95 Acres Fredericksburg

160± ACRES | KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1184449

95± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2070940

A gorgeous piece of property that has it all and is less than two miles from Kerrville. It offers 1,700 feet of both sides Bear Creek. The creek has been dammed, backing up beautiful water. The land offers two sprawling meadows, huge hardwoods, and tons of wildlife. There are 360 degree breathtaking views of town, the valley, and multiple building sites. Price: $2,150,000

Beautiful land waiting for someone to build their dream home on. The land is located six miles south of Fredericksburg with close access to Highway 87. It is covered in great native grass and huge oaks. There is good cover for the deer, but very little cedar. There are multiple hilltop building sites with tremendous views.

One hill offers 360 degree views and great views of the lights of Fredericksburg.

A blank canvas in the ideal place. Price: $899,000

Jimmy Reno/Broker (830) 329–1930 | Jimmy@JimmyReno.com www.JimmyReno.com 1614 Sidney Baker, Suite 200 | Kerville, Texas 78028 view all properties: LandsofTexas.com/member/7713 LANDSOFTEXASMAGAZINE.COM

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Berry Island 225± ACRES | SAN PATRICIO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1600083 Located is picturesque Corpus Christi Bay, Berry Island is 225 acres of endless possibilities. Access the island by boat in less than five minutes from your private six-acre mainland shore base. Once on the island you can enjoy the gorgeous sunrise over the bay and sunsets over Corpus Christi’s skyline. The island provides wade fishing opportunities as well as a convenient place to launch a boat for offshore fishing. The protected wetlands provide a habitat for ducks and other birds and the pond on the island makes a wonderful waterfowl hunting habitat. Sunbathe, build sandcastles or play beach volleyball on one of the multiple beaches. The island sits 44 feet above sea level with its highest point offering tremendous 360 degree views. The high elevation makes for great arroyos that create natural hills and valleys on the island. Over two miles of the shoreline has been rip rapped and/or sheet piled to preserve the beach. The charming two-bedroom, two-bath seaside cottage sits at 33 feet above sea level, well above the tidal surge line. The cottage offers a custom kitchen, outdoor shower, large porches, and an enclosed game room making it a wonderful place to entertain. The docking area has a new boat lift in place and 24-hour flood lights for security as well as great night fishing.

Grape Creek 189± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1696611 Stunning acreage with a deep four-and-a-half±-acre lake along with 2,800 feet of Bear Creek. Rock cliffs accent the crystal clear water offered by Bear Creek. Very diverse property with a tremendous homesite offering views of the surrounding Hill Country. There are several valleys surrounded with elm and oaks trees. Highway 87 and Grape Creek Road frontage, ag. exempt, and an abundance of wildlife. Just eight miles South of Fredericksburg and only 40 minutes from San Antonio. The perfect ranch in the perfect location. Price: $2,895,000

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JOE WILSON/AGENT (214) 784–3725 | JCWILSON@JCWILSONINT.COM SAM VESTER/BROKER (210) 844–3942

Venado Grande Ranch 8,103± OR 12,058± ACRES | KNOX COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1994779 Venado Grande Ranch is an outstanding northwest Texas hunting ranch known for excellent trophy whitetail deer, turkeys, doves, quail, ducks and wild hogs. The ranch can be sold as one track of 12,058 acres or 8,103 acres. Twothirds of the ranch has not been hunted in more than 20 years. The majority of the land is rolling with scattered cedar and mesquite tree cover. There are eight pastures and 150 acres previously planted in wheat. Most of the ranch is a strong red sandy loam soil...the best. The primary source of water for the ranch is from the Cattle King Water Coop. Five 10,000 gallon tanks store water which is distributed by pipelines to 23 cattle and wildlife troughs throughout the ranch. There are many stock ponds with some being large and stocked with fish. Over six miles of Wichita River meanders though the northwest quadrant of the ranch. Venado Grande is conveniently located approximately 180 miles west of Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, 102 miles north of Abilene, 119 miles east of Lubbock and 215 miles southeast of Amarillo. From Benjamin, Texas proceed west on Highway 82 for eight-and-a-half miles the property fronts the right side of Highway 82. Half of seller owned minerals will be conveyed. Contact for price. For virtual tour go to www.venadogranderanch.info

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The Dipper Ranch 5,600± ACRES | WEBB COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1456120 Dipper Ranch is a 5,600-acre, high fenced whitetail deer hunting ranch and breeding operation abundant with native South Texas game, including trophy whitetail, dove, quail, javelin, wild hogs, buffalo, trophy bass and a variety of small game. The ranch is 23 miles from Encinal and 24 miles from Freer. The front entrances touch Highway 44. The owners have invested considerable resources and time into the Dipper Ranch with the goal of building a world-class whitetail hunting experience. While the ranch is blessed with excellent native brush, the owners launched an intensive supplemental feeding and range improvement program. Over the years, they have installed 32 protein feeder stations that provide in excess of 120 tones of protein annually. The wild deer population is approximately one deer per every 14 acres. Even though Dipper Ranch possesses incredible native whitetail genetics, an intensive pasture management program has been designed and implemented. To support their program, the owners constructed a deer breeding facility in 2007 to further enhance the development and quality of their whitetail population. The trophy breeding herd consists of ten 200+ Boone and Crockett-class whitetail bucks and 150 does of superior genetic quality. The Dipper Ranch has abundant water with 13 lakes and ponds, stocked with fish, as well as one water well. There are 20,000+ square feet of new facilities, which include a main house, guest quarters, ranch foreman’s house and a ranch facilities manager’s house. In addition, a 10,000-square-foot operations hub includes a mechanics shop, welding and fabrications facility plus a wood working shop. Last, there is a 11,250-square-foot equipment storage facility that includes a ranch office with a game processing and storage room. Owner will convey of all owner’s minerals which is approximately an eighth plus 50 percent royalty on 640 acres. With the deer breeding operation this ranch is excellent as a corporate hunting retreat. No production and no drilling activity on the ranch.

Contact for price. For virtual tour go to www.dipperranch.info

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JOE WILSON/AGENT (214) 784–3725 | JCWILSON@JCWILSONINT.COM SAM VESTER/BROKER (210) 844–3942

Caiman Ranch 1,000–2,002± ACRES | LA SALLE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1433103 Originally part of the 250,000-acre Callaghan Ranch, the Caiman Ranch was in the same family from 1947–2008. About 140 miles south of San Antonio, 55 miles northeast of Laredo and 20 miles east of Encinal, this property is long known as the “Promised Land” for bruiser, whitetail bucks. Caiman Ranch carries the reputation as one of the best whitetail deer ranches in Texas. Deer taken from the ranch have consistently won local contests, including Los Cazadores, the Muy Grande and the Cola Blanca. This sportsman’s paradise also features an abundance of turkey, wild hogs, quail and dove. The ranch is fenced and crossfenced into four pastures and features eight-foot net wire game-proof fencing along the eastern boundary and barbed wire fencing along the remaining boundaries. All of the major South Texas brush species are represented in abundance, including guajillo, guayacan, granjeno, blackbrush, mesquite trees and huisache trees, which provide food for wildlife, in addition to the excellent brush. Improvements include a 4,200-square-foot, Spanish-style hacienda with six bedrooms, five baths, concrete slab, stucco exterior, Saltillo tile floors, mostly nine-foot ceilings, deep porches and a large walled courtyard with a traditional outdoor fountain. Other buildings include a 1,700-square-foot foreman’s house with three bedrooms and two baths, a 2,665-square-foot barn, a 1,640-square-foot shed and a 600-square-foot workshop. The Caiman Ranch also features plentiful water and excellent level to gently rolling topography. Ranging in elevation from 393 feet at the main entrance to about 322-feet in the Los Olmos Creekbed, the ranch features soils with clay or loam surface layers, which are the key to the excellent, diverse vegetation. A 4,280-foot-deep well out of the Carrizo Aquifer supplies water to the headquarters, one of two stock tanks on the ranch and various water troughs. Wet-weather Olmos Creek flows through the western section of the ranch, and holds pockets of water for extended periods of time. This is the perfect opportunity for an outdoorsman who desires to own one of the best whitetail deer herds in the state.

No production and no drilling activity on the ranch. Contact for price. For virtual tour go to www.caimanranch.info

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Mark Meek/Broker | (830) 257–8881 | info@meekranchsales.com

Living Waters Nueces River Ranch 718.42± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1868710 Just north of Uvalde lies perhaps one of the finest Hill Country/South Texas ranches on today’s market. This beautiful ranch offers many improvements, including a very nice, 5,800±-square-foot, six-bedroom limestone lodge sitting on a bluff overlooking 7,000 feet of the pristine Nueces River.

There is a very nice rock patio for entertaining and rock stairs leading you down to the river below the house to a fantastic deep and clear swimming hole. There are also two small foreman’s houses on the ranch that are set away from the main house. The high game-fenced perimeter ensures the ranch is well protected and serves as a home to native whitetail deer, axis deer, blackbuck antelope, red deer, mouflon sheep and wild turkey. A truly remarkable live water paradise with minerals! Price: $5,500,000

Pinto Creek 6,000± ACRES | KINNEY COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 957617 This ranch has three miles of beautiful, flowing Pinto Creek located southwest of Brackettville.

There is an outstanding, 6,500±-square-foot rustic lodge overlooking the creek and the ranch is highfenced with a good herd of trophy whitetail deer and exotics, such as red deer, axis and blackbuck antelope. This is a very unique ranch with lush South Texas brush and gorgeous Hill Country-type flowing water. One of the best live water ranches in South Texas. Minerals available! Price: $2,500 per acre

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Big Whitetail and Exotic Game Ranch 2,031± ACRES | EDWARDS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1978274 The Rancho Trinidad has all the needed amenities to continue as a successful hunting and breeding operation. Whether it is for a corporate retreat, a family hunting ranch or an outfitting business, the desired location off Highway 41, only minutes from Kerrville, makes this right in the hunter’s honey hole.

Two high-fenced pastures of 800± acres and 1,231± acres loaded with a variety of exotics and enhanced whitetail await the lucky hunter. Five water wells, breeding pens, barn and lodge. Price: $3,750,000

Intracoastal Waterway Oasis 55.1± ACRES | MATAGORDA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1095074 & 1095082 Located on the Intracoastal Waterway five miles east of Matagorda this 55.1-acre tract with 1,468 feet of waterfront is within sight of the land cut into East Matogorda Bay providing easy access to some of the Texas coast’s premier fishing. This property includes Army Corps of Engineers permits including wetland mitigation and is platted for canals and 130 residential lots. With great upside potential the property is one of the only waterfront locations in the area suitable for development. If land development is not your cup of tea, but you dream of producing your own secluded waterfront paradise and want to get away from the overcrowding that has become prevalent along the Texas coast, this is the spot. Imagine your own compound where you can spend time with family and friends, entertain business associates or just relax while watching the sea birds at sunset. At this price your dream is within reach! Price: $2,500,000

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Real County Getaway 25.3± ACRES | REAL COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1642410 Nestled between Vanderpool and Leakey with views overlooking the West Sabinal River valley, beneath the hills amongst the ancient cypress trees, a beautiful home with privacy and seclusion fulfills the dreams for the fortunate buyer. A comfortable two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home featuring an open living area, a large game room, and wrap around second floor porches is ready and waiting. Whether for a second home or a permanent dwelling you and your loved ones will realize the serenity and beauty the Real County Getaway affords. Price: $533,000

Sunday House Ranch 712± ACRES | JIM HOGG COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1788810 South of Hebbronville, this is a very nice high-fenced ranch with huge whitetail, nice ponds and watering stations and a very comfortable cabin. Price: $1,780,000 or $2,500 per acre

G-2 Ranch 309± ACRES | REAL COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1582279 A high-fenced hunting paradise! Gorgeous hills with views, scenic canyons, heavily wooded valleys, and bluffs along creek beds. A variety of oaks, persimmon, mountain laurel, black walnuts permeate the ranch creating scenic vistas among some of the highest elevations in Real County at 2,300 feet above sea level. A very private ranch and loaded with game. Price: $695,430

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PO Box 340080 Austin, TX 78734 view all properties: LandsofTexas.com/member/46871

DAVID O. FAUST

512-940-3300 diamondfranch@hotmail.com

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Boerne Equestrian Beauty 224± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1155944 This secluded ranch is well located near San Antonio, just outside of Boerne, Texas.

Solitude and privacy await you with over a mile of paved road to the compound from the front gate. Beautiful four-bedroom, three-and-a-half bath limestone home of approximately 3,000 square feet, guest home with three-bedrooms and two-baths, large horse barn with huge entertaining area, bunk room and quarters. Work your roping horses in the 300’ x 150’ arena or your cutting horses in the covered area as well. This ranch is well watered with two wells logged at 65–70 gpm per owner and a windmill feeding the cowboy swimming pool. Pastures have been cleared of most cedar and six surface tanks collect water throughout the ranch allowing the abundant free ranging wildlife, horses and cattle to graze. This exceptional property is offered with all minerals owned, believed to be 100 percent. Four executive hunting blinds also convey. Price: $2,850,000. 3 percent to buyer’s agent.

Senator Ranch Headquarters 2,340± ACRES | MADISON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1158675 Senator Ranch Headquarters. One of the more famous ranches in the area, the headquarters pasture consists of approximately 2,340 acres.

This ranch is located in Madison County. The improvements are dated but functional including a sprawling one story ranch home, approximately 3,600 square-feet overlooking the fabulous Carr Lake. Numerous barns, working pens, lakes, improved pastures and fantastic wildlife habitat. Bordered on the north by County Line Road (OSR), on the west by over 5 miles of the Navasota River and accessed/bordered on the south by CR355, you are just a short distance from Normangee, Texas. In various locations on the ranch, there are four other smaller houses in poor to average condition. This beautiful working ranch has not been offered for sale in three decades. A small NPRI is negotiable with the sale. Priced at $6,435,000 or $2,750 per acre.

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Pecos Hunting Ranch

Colorado River Ranch

1,032± ACRES | VAL VERDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 920683

891± ACRES | MCCULLOCH COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1181517

Scenic mountains and breathaking views. Abundant wildlife and caves.

Price: $670,800

Ten minutes from Brady. Colorado River frontage and Home Creek running through it. Price: $3,738,000

Milam Co. 810

810± ACRES | MILAM COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1191122 Five-bedroom rock house with a pool. Owner will convey owned minerals. Believed to be 50 percent.

Price: $3,645,000

Island Ranch

N. Llano River Ranch

800± ACRES | MILAM COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1161546 Good fences and good irrigation wells, pivot system, great cow place with some hunting.

Minerals avaliable. Price: $3,000,000

793± ACRES | KIMBLE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 920404 Seven miles west of Junction. 200± acres river bottom, 600± acres mountain country. Price: $2,995,000

Pecos River Ranch 302± ACRES | VAL VERDE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1058599 Abundance of avaliable spring-fed surface water, Excellent views of the Pecos River. Price: $640,000

Boerne Area Ranch 103± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1581285 Great development opportunity. Huge views and 1,600 paved road frontage. Price: $1,200,000

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70 Acres with House 70± ACRES | MILAM COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1178677 Road frontage, water well, rural water, house, equipment barn, creek bottom, and two stock tanks. Price: $420,000

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Evans Creek Ranch 335± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1547552 LIVE WATER - Both sides of cypress-lined creek, dam creates a 25-foot deep lake stocked with bass and catfish; floating dock. Old ranch house with lots of character, screened-in sleeping porch, “Ralph Lauren” style furnishings, threecar garage, shop, barns. Interesting terrain with canyons, bluffs, mountain tops, fields. Price: $6,995 per acre or $2,343,325. Call Jim Ahern/Agent, (210) 410-2170.

Go Racing Stables 67± ACRES | WILSON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1699932 Turn-Key Horse Farm with beautiful five-bedroom, three-bath rock home. Firstclass horse facilities including 70 stalls, 3/4 mile training track, starting gate, eight covered turn out pens, covered round pen, wash racks, hot walkers, tack rooms, feed rooms, hay barn, work shop/store room, plus three apartments for stable crew. Lots of Coastal Bermuda. Home features 12-foot ceilings, six burner stainless steel stove, Jacuzzi tub, granite counter tops and a massive rock fireplace. Price: $950,000. Call Jim Ahern/Agent at (210) 410-2170.

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Montel Ranch 615± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1766045 Pine trees and high elevations give this ranch a “Colorado Cool” feel. Rugged and scenic. Three canyons with wet-weather creeks running through them.

Nicely secluded at the end of a private road. Covered with all kinds of oaks plus hardwoods, mountain laurels, as well as hundreds of pinion pines–you’ll never have to buy another Christmas tree. Cedar has been selectively cleared. Bluffs, rock formations, caves and arrow heads everywhere add to the character of the ranch. Good cabin sites on the canyon rim or in the oak groves below. A jeep trail up one of the highest mountains in the area provides access to the tip-top of the mountain for a 360-degree view of the ranch plus thousands of surrounding acres. Excellent hunting for deer, turkey, hogs, aoudad, and doves plus a few free-ranging ,black buck, axis and fallow. The deer herd benefits from the high protein brush cover which includes many of the species found in South Texas. Doves and turkey love the pinion nuts which just happen to fall to the ground during hunting season. Hiking, four-wheeling, hunting for arrowheads, star gazing the exceptionally clear night sky, rock climbing the steep bluffs, plus swimming, tubing and fishing in the nearby Nueces river, or just kicking back and enjoying the peace and quiet are other activities that make this ranch a four-season retreat. Contact Jim Ahern, Agent, 210-410-2170. Price: $1,230,000

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Yates Ranch 337± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1868717 Located 45 minutes from Austin on FM 2340 in Burnet County. 4,591 squarefoot home, four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, pool, patio, game room, exercise room, dry sauna, 30’x50 workshop. Rolling terrain with hill country view. Perimeter fenced and cross fenced. Two wells, whitetail, exotics, turkey, dove and more. Large live oaks, elm, Spanish oaks. Ag. exempt. Listed for $3,495,000, 70 acres with home listed for $1,800,000.

Par 5 Ranch 335± ACRES | MILLS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2005132 Located 90 miles Northwest of Austin, 163 miles Southwest of Dallas/Fort Worth. Access on Hwy 183, meticulously maintained property, live oak, elm, mesquite and native grasses, abundant wildlife game fence divides the property. Municipal water and one windmill powered well. Several stock tanks, custom home built in a 60’x128’ metal building with 3,100 squarefeet of conditioned living space, four-bay garage. Listed for $1,700,000

The Headquarters Ranch 658± ACRES | LAMPASAS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1803721 Beautiful 2,680 square-foot custom home with an amazing backyard complete with cedar treehouse. Climate controlled outside storage room Insulated greenhouse. Pool with waterfall. 30x50 equipment barn, 20x40 barn with outdoor utility room, feed bin/silo, five-stall horse barn, riding arena, pipe yard fence. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, wild turkey, doves and ducks.

Water well with submersible pump, windmill well and five stock tanks. Will divide into 200 and 458 acre. Listed for $2,300,000

Ranch on Baffin Bay 625± ACRES | KLEBERG COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2251167 A veritable sportsman’s paradise the unique opportunity to own an amazing hunting and fishing property does not happen often. With nearly two miles of frontage on the upper end of Baffin Bay. The neighbor to the North, just across the creek is the King Ranch. The boundaries along the creek are traditional stock fences which allow for the free flow of big game animals such whitetail deer, nilgai and wild hog. With the abundance of water and natural cover, the property is a haven for bird life including ducks and geese, dove, quail and wild turkey. Improvements include a very nice three-bedroom, two-bath home overlooking a 30-acre lake, barn/shop, 1,500-yard rifle range, five water wells, several stocked ponds and a 60 acre shallow water lake. Listed for $2,800,000 172

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Crabapple Creek Ranch 1,318± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1183699 15 minutes North of Fredericksburg, first time offering, two tracts - 818 acres with exquisite main house overlooking nearly a mile of Crabapple Creek, guest lodge, horse barn, foreman’s house and barn. This game-proof fenced showplace is turn key and offers the best of the Hill Country with granite outcroppings and formations, high bluffs with vast views, open fields, a sandy beach and numerous swimming holes. Adjacent is the perfect “Blank Canvas” - 500 acres with over three quarters of a mile of both sides of Crabapple Creek, A massive concrete dam backs water up creating a beautiful pool, then cascading over and winding through the balance of the property. Huge live oaks, pecan and sycamore along with mesquite and cedar are present throughout the undulating terrain. Don’t miss the chance to build exactly what you want and create the perfect Hill Country getaway. Tract 1 - $12,000 per acre. Tract 2 - $10,000 per acre.

Pin Oak Creek Ranch 198.92± ACRES | FAYETTE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1060776 The great location of this ranch makes this an excellent property for a home site near Winchester, Texas. With plenty of road frontage on paved FM 153 this ranch is easily accessible. Just minutes from the towns of Winchester and La Grange. Good soils and open pastures, gentle rolling terrain, large post oak, live oak, elm, and a few pecan trees on the property. Two good surface tanks, Pin Oak Creek runs along the entire southwest boundary, an excellent wildlife habitat. The property is perimeter fenced and cross fenced.

There is an old barn on the ranch that is use-able. An agricultural exemption. Listed for $965,250

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Las Moritas

3,845± ACRES | WEBB COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1780776 A great opportunity to buy a ranch that is now available for the first time in 100+ years. Las Moritas Ranch has all of the workings of a fine hunting ranch located in the desirable Golden Triangle area. Outstanding vegetation and cover, excellent cattle operation potential, and privacy all come together on this Webb County ranch. Given very little improvements, the ranch is ready for your personal touch. The ranch is perimeter and interior fenced with five strand barb wire fencing. Some of the fencing is newly constructed for the purpose of the ongoing cattle operation. There is also a well built set of cattle pens on the property. The ranch has three earthen ponds scattered across the property providing water to both livestock and wildlife. Outstanding South Texas brush, a characteristic of Webb County has put this area on the map for growing giant native White-tailed deer. The ranch not only has everything needed to grow trophy White-tail, but has the perfect blend of incredible quail habitat. All native species can be found and hunted with great success.

For over the past 20 years, the hunters have implemented good harvest and management practices to ensure a high quality deer herd. The diverse soil types on the ranch include; Brundage fine sandy loam, comitas fine sand, and Hebbronville loamy fine sand. This is an opportunity to buy an incredible ranch at a great price for $6,729,013.

Moos Ranch

2,268± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2266587 This ranch lies approximately seven miles northwest of Uvalde, Texas, in the highly sought after transition zone between South Texas and the Hill Country.

It hasover 3.8 miles of both sides of Cook Slough meandering through the property, lined with large stands of oak trees, lush bottoms, and intermittent watering holes. The remainder of the property is covered with an excellent variety of brush species and a thick grass cover, making it prime habitat for all wildlife. All-weather access and over 25 miles of interior roads make it easy to get to any part of the ranch. The entire perimeter is high fenced, and the combination of four water wells (two electric, two solar), over two miles of water lines, and several surface tanks yield nine permanent watering stations.

Selective clearing around the two larger tanks and in areas along the creek bottoms has left beautiful pasture with bull mesquites and native grasses.

There are large numbers of turkey which roost along the creek, and seasonal dove (both mourning and white-winged) flock to the area given the ample water and farmland in the surrounding area. Quail have also made a tremendous comeback with the help of the improved habitat. The white-tailed deer herd has also been a big point of focus. The native herd has been heavily culled over the past few seasons, doe from a well established trophy ranch were TTT transferred to the ranch, and a DMP program has been put in place. The base for a top-notch deer herd has been established, and the specifics on the source and pictures of these deer can be provided. A wildlife management plan has been put in effect making it MLD ready should an owner choose to enter into the program. A thorough infrastructure and modest improvements put this ranch in a unique and sought after tier of properties. There are six blinds and eight feeders that will convey, and a new cabin with a kitchen, living, and bunkroom make it move-in ready from day one. The town of Uvalde with its 5,256-foot runway and full assortment of grocery, farm supply stores, and other shopping is only ten minutes away. Price: $5,874,120 174

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Trophy Buck Ranch 117± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1980481 117 acre improved Trophy Buck Hunting Ranch with frontage on Highway 2690 south of Concan, Texas. This is the complete package with breeding and working pens for production as well as hunting opportunities with improved genetics white-tail deer and magnificent axis. Other wildlife and game animals found on the ranch include wild turkey, quail and dove. This property is complimented with a water well and pond. There is a year round feeding program. There is a complex set of roads on the ranch that are best accessible by an ATV. Showings will be scheduled by appointment only. Price: $449,000

Zavala Country Cattle Operation

Sunny Clime Farm 333± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY | STATE | PROPERTY ID: 1145930 Horse facility with 200 acre-feet of permitted Edwards Water. There are four domestic/ livestock water wells and one irrigation well. The main residence is an impressive 4,140 square-foot, three-bedroom, three-and-one-halfbath home. Additional residential improvements include a guest house, a three-bedroom, two-bath, manager’s home and several apartments. The equine facilities include multiple stalls, a vet barn, a receiving/quarantine barn, equipment shed and shop, a hay barn and roping arena. Numerous paddocks and turn-out areas are located on the property. The races track is 5/8 mile with a 440 yard straight.

713± ACRES | ZAVALA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1927018 This irrigated cattle operation has all of the workings of a fine cattle operation. It has the capacity of 11,000 head of cattle, originally operated as a feedlot and all necessary cattle pens and horse stalls are in perfect working order to facilitate it to be a feedlot once again. The property has an extensive set of cattle pens and horse stalls that are in perfect working order. The property has an allotment of 1,783 acre feet of water. There is an irrigation well that pumps at a rate of 1,100 GPM and supplies water to two pivots on the property and a domestic well that pumps at a rate of 75 GPM. The property has been cleared to maximize cattle capacity. Vegetation includes most native grasses. All native species can be found on the property. This is an opportunity to buy an incredible cattle operation at a great price. Price: $1,700,000 or $2,384.30 per acre

J. Perry Jones 1,192± ACRES | ZAPATA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1925268 The J. Perry Jones Ranch is a great priced property in the heart of South Texas. This ranch has all of the workings of a fine hunting property located in one of the most desirable areas of Texas. A nice home is situated on the property and serves as a great hunting camp or weekend getaway.

The entire property is serviced by City of Zapata water lines that extend water to the home and water troughs scattered across the property.

(830) 776–3605

Chad Foster, Jr./Broker chadfosterjr@gmail.com

Section Ranch 641± ACRES | KINNEY COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1183793 The Section Ranch is 20 miles west of Uvalde, Texas, and fronts Highway 90 for over half of a mile. This is a great ranch with an excellent location. The ranch has been exclusively bow hunted for the past seven years and intensely managed, as well. Protein and alfalfa is fed year-round at multiple feed stations across the property. A strong shallow well provides water to six water troughs through a series of two inch poly line.

Nix Ranch 120± ACRES | DIMMIT COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2083651 The Nix Ranch is located one mile west of Asherton in central Dimmit County. The property fronts paved FM 1916 making it easily accessible from Hwy 83. The ranch has all vegetation and forage typical of this region known for producing trophy whitetail. There is a small pond on the ranch that was built to sustain cattle and wildlife throughout drought conditions. This is the perfect size ranch on the market for the first time in many years. Price: $330,000

www.FosterFarmAndRanch.com

400 E. Nopal Street | Uvalde, Texas 78801

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Agua Fria Ranch 23,482± ACRES | BREWSTER COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1591584 Agua Fria Ranch is located adjacent to the 311,000acre Big Bend Ranch, a nationally recognized wilderness park full of outdoor adventure. Located in the Chihuahuan Desert of Texas deep in the Big Bend Region, the ranch is comprised of almost the entire Agua Fria Mountain range with adjoining mid-lower elevation grasslands and scrubland of basin range topography. The ranch and its network of roads and 21 water troughs is impressive and provide spectacular views of area mountains, canyons, and desert floors to combine into a mix of habitats. Agua Fria Ranch is a working cattle and hunting ranch, with the historic Whistler Headquarters located adjacent to an amazing rock formation. Price: $15,263,300

Marfa Vista Ranch 1,506± ACRES | PRESIDIO COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1549863 Marfa Vista Ranch is West Texas grassland at its finest and represents some of the most ecologically diverse landscapes in the Southwest. It is part of the Marfa Plateau, a mile-high desert grassland of basin range topography between the Davis Mountains to the north and the Chinati Mountains and the Rio Grande River to the south and southwest. The views are stunning and the ranch overlooks the landscapes of the Davis Mountains, Chinati, and Sierra Vieja Mountains, as well as the great expanse of grasslands in between. Price: $2,975,000

The Hotel Limpia and Properties 2.83± ACRES | JEFF DAVIS COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1914284 Nestled in the Davis Mountains in “Mile High” Fort Davis, Texas, the 31 room Hotel Complex with restaurant, bar, suites, two retail shops, pool, outdoor gardens, and shaded patio provides a diversity of properties in the heart of downtown Fort Davis. Price: $2,950,000

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Mills Pecos River Ranch 7,800± ACRES | VAL VERDE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2031943 Mills Pecos River 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 working ranch enjoys more than six miles of crystal clear springfed Pecos River frontage, which provides some of the best recreation water in the country. The 7,800-acre ranch fronts the Pecos River on both sides for more than a mile and a half, with three natural crossings making this private stretch for camping, hunting, and fishing unique among most ranches on the Devils and Pecos. Elevation is between 1,600 and 2,122 feet with numerous steep carved wooded limestone canyons, as well as gentle mesa tops. The river is divided between rapids, pools, riffles, deep holes, and wide lakes. Price: $6,630,000

Edwards Draw Ranch 11,420± ACRES | CROCKETT COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1779585 The Edwards Draw Ranch was once part of the famous 200 section Bill West family ownership. The Edwards Draw Ranch is dominated by native grasses and juniper typical of the Edwards Plateau, as well as a diverse landscape of forbs, shrubs and trees.

Many range scientists have described this ranch, after observing the implementation of Holistic Management Goals, as “unique to the region” with outstanding range diversity. Price: $5,538,700

Quebec Ranch 12,500± ACRES | PRESIDIO COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1555099 The Quebec Ranch is Texas cow country at its finest and represents some of the best Yucca Grasslands in the US. It is part of the Marfa Plateau, a mile-high desert grassland of basin range topography between the Davis Mountains to the north and the Chinati/ Sierra Viejas Mountains and Rio Grande River on the south and southwest. The views are stunning and the ranch overlooks the landscapes of the Davis, Chinati and Sierra Viejas Mountains, Capote Mountain and the great expanse of grasslands in between. This is a working cattle ranch which has been well-managed by the same family for over five-and-a-half decades. Price: $9,375,000

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Comanche Valley 528± ACRES | EDWARDS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2253929 Located in West Central Edwards County. Great access. Rolling hills and large fertile valleys with abundant live oaks. Large, low-fenced neighbors. Two water wells. Electricity. Septic. Main lodge is a 2014 model 1,280 squarefeet, three-bedroom, two-bath manufactured home in “like new condition” with 12x80 metal covers on the front and rear. 384 square-foot main bunk house with full bath. Additional 10x16 bunkhouse with half-bath. Bunk houses are situated on top of hill with spectacular views. 480 square-foot equipment shed. 8x20 storage container. All weather skinning/processing area with walk-in cooler. Improved internal road system allowing access to all parts of property. 95 percent of the property boundary is driveable via new roads. Watering troughs and header pond.

Dirt tank that makes for great dove hunting spot. Whitetail, turkey, hog, trophy axis, aoudad, elk. First class blinds.

Seven top of the line feeders. Exempt taxes. Set up and ready to enjoy! Price: $975,000

Circle Y Ranch 223± ACRES | EDWARDS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2251019 Located in Central Edwards County, ten minutes outside of Rocksprings. Highway frontage with private electric gate entrance. Completely low fenced in excellent condition. 1,738 square-foot ranch style two-bedroom, two-bath rock home surrounded by huge live oaks. Large living area, fireplace. Fully furnished. Large outdoor patio with outdoor fireplace. Two water wells. Good set of livestock pens. 42-foot diameter swimming tank with depths from four to seven feet. 10x20 covered shed, 36x60 barn with additional work rooms on side. Main 38x42 workshop/barn with enclosed apartment. Large pull through garage 31x22. Equipment includes John Deer tractor, John Deer riding lawn mower in like new condition, two ATVs, tools. Gentle rolling live oak terrain with minimal cedar. Earthen pond in northeast corner of ranch. Spectacular views from hilltops. Game includes whitetail, turkey, hogs, axis. No hunting activity in past three to four years. No property owners association. Ag exempt taxes. Price: $605,000

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Triple C Ranch 211± ACRES | EDWARDS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2016545 Located in the southwest corner of Edwards County. Gentle rolling live oak terrain allowing access to all parts of ranch. Great mixture of live oaks and other native vegetation. Just a short drive to Lake Amistad. Windmill, water tank, watering trough, generator. 640 square-foot three-bedroom, one-bath cabin. 8x20 storage container. 95 percent fenced. Perfect wildlife habitat. Axis, whitetail, turkey, hogs and more free ranging exotics. Blinds and feeders. Price: $275,000

Diamond of a View 135± ACRES | EDWARDS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2224777 Located in the far eastern edge of Edwards County. Excellent access-less than two miles off Hwy 41 via all-weather road in excellent condition. Water, electricity, septic in place. 1996 model three-bedoom, two-bath furnished 1,368 square-foot MH in excellent condition, perfect for the family, ready to move in with 120 square-foot rear deck with beautiful hill country views.

Additional three-bedroom, one-bath furnished 768 square-foot bunk house—clean and ready to use. 380 square-foot carport. Two storage buildings totaling 840 square-feet of storage-perfect for parking ATVs. Great ATV road system throughout property. Well defined boundaries with fencing on three sides, fourth side is road. Large, low fenced neighbor ranch running along entire eastern boundary. Game includes whitetail, turkey, hog, aoudad, axis, occasional sika and fallow deer. This property is set up and ready to enjoy! Price: $359,000

Indian Valley Views Ranch 210± ACRES | EDWARDS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2266763 Located 30 minutes southwest of Rocksprings. Remote, near end of road property. Campsite strategically placed offering 30 mile panoramic views.

Campsite area offering some of the prettiest views in Edwards County.

Travel trailer, bunk house, covered porch area. Electricity, shared water.

Terrain varies with high elevations and moderate to steep hills down to wide valleys with several acres of cleared areas. Great mix of cedar, pinion pine, live oaks and shin oaks allowing for perfect balance of cover and vegetation for the wildlife. Plentiful wildlife in the area including whitetail, axis, elk, aoudad, turkey and hogs. Several blinds, spin cast feeders and free choice protein feeders. Three watering troughs for the wildlife. Great road system throughout property. Well defined boundaries. Good wildlife exemption plan in place. Price: $410,000

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Cane Field Ranch 28± ACRES | GRIMES COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2302109 The Hill Country-style home has white rock exterior, metal roof, large kitchen, master bedrooms suite, 18 foot ceilings, rock fireplace and arches, office, and front and rear covered porches.

The improvements consist of a 70 foot by 75 foot horse barn, 70 foot by 100 foot equipment barn, 200 foot by 400 foot lighted arena and a two-bedroom guest home. The land is fenced and has cattle handling facilities. This property has been developed for the discriminating horseman. Close to Bryan/College Station, Huntsville and Houston. Price: $795,000

Triangle Bar E 114.8± ACRES | WALKER COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1760895 An amazing Texas ranch with 6,303-square-foot home was completed in 2009 and has four bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths, game room, media room, exercise room, fabulous pool and superior quality craftsmanship in every aspect. Equestrian amenities include barn with apartment, arena, pipe pens, etc. The property is fenced and cross fenced, has gated entrance, concrete drives, pond, lake and views. There is a summer kitchen, outdoor fireplace, sweeping porches and so much more. Price: $1,795,000

Heartfield Farm

208.52± ACRES | WALKER COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2031790

This is that unique place you have been looking for in a desirable location! With 208.52 heavily-wooded rolling acres, this property is a perfect recreational retreat offering year-round activities. A beautiful eight-acre spring-fed lake is the focal point of this property. The lake is stocked with bass, crappie and perch. Property has over 1,400 feet of road frontage on SH 30, a major connecting highway between Huntsville and Bryan/College Station. The timber on the property is well stocked with mixed hardwoods and loblolly pine. The forest is an asset to this property that offers income, recreation and aesthetics. In addition, the forest landscape includes dogwoods, magnolia trees, lantana, bluebonnets, and various other wildflowers.

The main home on the property is a quaint farmhouse in a picture perfect setting.

Enjoy the opportunities the native wildlife present on this property. Price: $2,189,460

ADDITIONAL PROPERTIES Old Chapel Road

18.52± ACRES + CUSTOM HOUSE | WALKER COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1801851 | PRICE: $625,000

Hills of Harmon Creek

284.42± ACRES | WALKER COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 018321 | PRICE: $1,116,648

Hilltop Farm

78± ACRES + BARNDOMINIUM | WALKER COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1699591 | PRICE: $525,000

Granite Ridge Ranch

14 – 43 ACRE TRACTS PRICE: $5,995 – $7,995 PER ACRE

New Waverly Farm

27.08± ACRES + HOUSE | WALKER COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2027641 | PRICE: $375,000

Grimes County Woods

54.27± ACRES | GRIMES COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1709605 | PRICE: $298,485

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Philipp Big River Ranch

Philipp Brazos River Ranch 941± ACRES | WASHINGTON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2302157 One of a kind property! A secluded but easily accessed ranch in the most northeastern corner of Washington County. High rolling hills with live oaks, pecans and other native trees scattered throughout the pastures.

A high bluff overlooks the Brazos River and ranch has long frontage on Yegua Creek. Well fenced with good interior roads, multiple water wells, pretty ponds and lakes, abundant wildlife. This ranch is functional and productive with rustic ranch home, hay fields, equipment barn and working pens. The property is also a perfect destination retreat for private use or development. Price: $8,200,000

287± ACRES | BRAZOS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2302181 This ranch is located between the Brazos River and Navasota River fronting on FM 159. The land is very fertile and for decades this area has been known for its crop production. In this immediate area there are many grain crop farms as well as sod farms. This property has been converted into pastureland; it is well fenced, cross fenced and watered. The fertile land results in strong grass production, making Philipp Ranches a great property for pasturing yearling colts, yearling cattle and broodmares. The place is only a few minutes from Navasota, Bryan/ College Station and Texas A&M University. Price: $1,437,945

Philipp Training Ranch 297± ACRES | WASHINGTON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2302194 Improved ranch featuring 3,144-square-foot hilltop home with four bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, three-car carport, built in 2009, complete with study, large master suite, fireplace, great colors and design with wood, tile and carpet floors.

The main horse barn is 40 foot x 100 foot with 12 stalls, including office, wash rack, feed and tack rooms. Other ranch features include 16 foot x 300 foot arena, 150 foot diameter round pen, second round pen, numerous traps, hay barns, equipment barn, cattle barn and employee housing. All the improvements on this ranch are of the highest quality. This is a beautiful, well located and functional property in the rolling hills of Washington County. Price: $4,250,000

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Hickory Creek Farm

119± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1902892

Approximately ten miles east of Marble Falls on FM 1431 sits a stunning Hill Country ranch. Highlighted by a five-acre lake situated in the middle of the property, this ranch offers a rare Hill Country commodity - WATER! Lined with trees on both sides, the lake is supplied by two creeks. Water is backed up in one of the inlets all the way to FM 1431. A pond is located on the other inlet just above the lake creating a cascading effect. Below the lake are two other partial lakes that have not been finished. Once completed there would be a chain of lakes all the way through the property. In addition to all the surface water, the beautifully rolling landscape affords views of the property and beyond. Mature oak trees dot the land as if intentionally placed for effect. There are two small cabins, two water wells and other assorted buildings. Price: $999,600

Robinson Springs Ranch 512± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1793902

Well watered with stunning views, this conveniently located ranch offers something for everyone. There are three tributaries to the San Gabriel River that cross the property. The main tributary, Robinson Branch, features springs that generate inside the ranch and keep the creek flowing during the driest of times (the springs flowed throughout the recent exceptional droughts). This creek feeds a small lake stocked with bass, catfish and hybrid bluegill before picking up more and more volume as it makes its way further into the property. The permanent water of Robinson Branch creates a fertile creek bottom with a variety of hardwoods including pecan, oak and elm. Much of the ranch has been cleared of cedar, affording views of the terrain that varies from gently rolling to hilly. From front to back the ranch changes more than 120 feet in elevation. Thickets of brush and cedar have been left in selected areas of the ranch to provide refuge for the abundant wildlife. A 60acre field presents a variety of possibilities for cultivation or food plots. Situated on paved County Road 252, this ranch is conveniently located just six miles east of Burnet and within about 45 minutes of downtown Austin. The diversity of this ranch and the close proximity to Austin is a rare combination. Price: $2,816,000

Sycamore Falls Ranch

206± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1793932

This is one of the most dramatic ranches in all the Hill Country. Multiple hilltops afford stunning views in all directions. There is one main edge that runs through the middle of the ranch with deep canyons on either side. The canyons then rise up to additional ridges inside the boundary of the ranch affording even more views. In the canyon bottoms, springs generate forming beautiful Hill Country creeks with hidden treasure such as waterfalls and grottos. The elevation changes approximately 300 feet from the highest hill to the canyon bottom. This ranch is located about ten minutes east of Marble Falls and within an hour of Austin at the end of a private paved road. Despite this convenient location, the ranch is very secluded and in an area of other large ranches. Price: $1,442,000

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Morning Star Ranch

244± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 954595

178± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1881054 Seclusion is what this ranch is all about. Lots of game with deer, hogs, quail, dove, etc. The ranch is loaded with long distance hill country views.

All pasture land with ag exemption. Two seasonal creeks and one nice stock tank. The ranch is mostly scattered cedar and mesquite with just a few nice oaks. Located one mile off of CR 210 and five miles southwest of Briggs. Price: $765,400

This 244 acres offers gently rolling terrain with scattered oaks, several earthen dam tanks and good soil. The cedar has been largely eradicated except for two areas that have been designated for game management.

The home is three bedrooms, two baths with a two-car garage. The barn is 5,250 square feet. and has three separate sections. Access to the ranch is on paved CR 201, seven miles north of Burnet. Price: $915,000

North San Gabriel Riverfront

69± ACRES | WILLIAMSON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1942714

This riverfront ranch is situated in one of the fastest growing areas of Central Texas. Approximately 1,625 feet of the North San Gabriel River creates the southern boundary of the property. The river is wide with a solid rock bottom and clear flowing water. Impressive trees, including pecan and oak, line the entire river bank. Additionally, over half a mile of a beautiful seasonal creek meanders through the property before emptying into the upper end of the river near the southwest corner of the ranch. Sandwiched between the river and creek is a 47-acre Coastal Bermuda field. The home pasture is across the creek from the field. The main home, built in 1978, is 2,312 square-feet with three bedrooms and two baths. There is also a 400 square-foot shop with an additional 400 square-feet of covered parking. This property is located on Williamson County Road 207, a couple miles off Hwy 183 and just a few miles from Liberty Hill (and in the highly desirable Liberty Hill School District) and 15 minutes to the greater Austin area. Price: $995,000

Hodge Station Stock Farm 142± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2002355

This peaceful hill country retreat respects its past while supporting a 21st century lifestyle that, currently, combines goat ranching with recreation, but can easily become a weekend and holiday destination. Hospitality begins in the recently remodeled houses which are situated on a breezy hill with panoramic views of mature live oaks, elms and pecans along the wet weather creek.

A massive live oak shades the front yard and pool deck. The heated pool and spa provide the perfect vantage point for watching the animals graze, the sun set and moon rise. The back yard includes an irrigated orchard, vegetable and herb gardens, and a buffalo grass lawn shaded by producing pecans. Historically the rich alluvial soil and abundant well water have supported farming, ranching, and gardening. Today improved grasses cover the once cultivated fields and most of the pastures. A forty acre wooded area is home to turkey and deer. Price: $855,000

Lonesome Pine Ranch

150± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1437571

Lonesome Pine Ranch is a 150 acre deer hunters’ paradise. This ranch has been carefully managed for the last ten years. The result is a very healthy whitetail population. Secluded and surrounded by large ranches, there is just the right amount of cover, open areas and water to create an optimal wildlife habitat. A refurbished and completely furnished farm house is the ideal getaway — whether for a weekend or much longer. Add in a tractor with implements, ATVs, deer blinds with feeders and other equipment and this is a true turnkey ranch. Located on FM 2657, this property is less than an hour from downtown Austin thanks to the recently completed extension of Hwy. 183A. Price: $900,000

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Sierra Vista 254 Ranch 254± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1028404 Only 30 minute drive to San Antonio & 20 minutes to Boerne for tranquil privacy!!! Dramatic long range views of Medina Lake, gorgeous building sites for home or lodge. Ideal blend of majestic hills and fertile valleys chock full of hardwoods and native wildlife.

Over half a mile of seasonal creek just waiting for dam construction. Additional adjacent acreage available.

Ag taxes. Seller LREA. Price: $995,000

108 Acres, Bergheim 108.06± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1908588 Gently rolling, scenic oak-covered Hill Country land, private but conveniently close to services in both Boerne and San Antonio. Perfect terrain for your horses or exotic game, level fields, completely high fenced, 2 small ponds. Exemplary Boerne Schools, Ag taxes.

Elevated hilltop provides dramatic vistas with several scenic home sites. Price: $1,350,000

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104 Acres, Canyon Lake 104.54± ACRES | COMAL COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2102270 104 acres virgin Hill Country land perfect for private family retreat or mixed commercial/residential development overlooking Canyon Lake dam. 35 miles north of San Antonio, 20 minutes to New Braunfels.

850 feet frontage on FM 306 plus access on 2 other county roads. Comfortable 1995 vintage rental home. Ag taxes, easy access to Canyon Lake and Guadalupe River amenities, Comal ISD schools close by. Price: $1,250,000

Canyon Vista Game Ranch 424.10± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1570826 Bring your camera, ammo & toothbrush - Everything else is already here!!! 8 ft perimeter fencing with 3 release pens contain a Hunter’s Delight of 200 inch rated Whitetail deer, Elk & other exotics. Comfy 2 bd cabin + garage & cleaning shed. New concrete dam on seasonal creek awaits elusive rains, but 3 strong wells provide ample water for all your needs. Feeders & equipment included. Just 30 minutes to San Antonio! Price: $2,750,000

Vista Real Lots 1, 2 or 3 27.5± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 47092 3 stunning tracts from 23 to 36 acres in protected gated subdivision less than 7 minutes to Boerne, 25 minutes via IH-10 to The Shops at La Cantera and services of NW San Antonio. These park-like tracts offer building sites with long range views, underground utilities, and are sized to allow the new owners to maintain existing Ag taxes.

Comfort ISD. Price: $595,000

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Rio Venado Ranch

1,008± ACRES | MCMULLEN COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2101643 The Rio Venado Ranch is located southeast of Cotulla, Texas, along the north side of FM 624 and on the west bank of the Nueces River, west of State Highway 16. The ranch is high-fenced on three sides, with the mile of Nueces River frontage being open. The deer herd has been highly managed for 10 years, it has great genetics and well balanced numbers. The turkey, dove and quail hunting are also unusually good. Improvements include of three high-quality mobile homes, a barn, cook shack, walk-in cooler, smoke house, and the perfect outside rock fire pit cabana. No minerals. Price: $2,850,000

Sarco Goliad County

505± ACRES | GOLIAD COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1489493 Located in Goliad County, on FM 2441, near the small community of Sarco. Tons of oaks, lots of game, and water well!

Great ranch all around. Price: $1,641,250

363 Acres – Jim Wells County 363± ACRES | JIM WELLS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1814927

Thick brush, grasslands and some farmland. It is loaded with game. Possibility of some minerals. Price: $2,500 per acre

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Good Farmland Corpus Christi

380± ACRES | NUECES COUNTY These properties are located inside the city limits of Corpus. Utilities are adjacent, and the properties are located in an area of light industrial and residential development. This is a very unusual opportunity. Price: $3,900 per acre

535 Acres Near Orange Grove

535± ACRES | NUECES AND JIM WELLS COUNTIES | PROPERTY ID: 1120942 Producing minerals. This unique ranch is sandwiched between two large ranches.

Great hunting, trophy deer, creek bottoms with oaks, and a nice house. There are five producing oil/gas wells and the ranch can be purchased with minerals. Please call for details.

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(361) 442–1001 | jwallacerealestate@sbcglobal.net

Dos Lagos

1,053± ACRES | KENEDY COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1150518

Rooke Ranch

1,200± TO 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. Please contact for pricing details.

860 Acres - Minerals

860± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1079925 This is a beautiful ranch with large oak trees located outside of Devine. The perfect getaway place. Minerals Available. Price: $3,800,000

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.

La Atravesada Ranch

171± ACRE | KENEDY COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1440835 This is an incredibly unique low fenced hunting experience on 171 acres, teaming with wildlife amid the famed Kenedy Ranch. This ranch is located five miles south of Sarita, Texas and six miles east of Highway 77. The La Atravesada Ranch has two common boundaries with the Kenedy Ranch. With fresh water piped around this tract, the huge deer, big mature nilgai, turkey, hogs, and javalina have a great place to live. Property like this does not come up for sale! Please contact for pricing details.

1,058 Acres San Patricio County 1,058± ACRES | SAN PATRICIO COUNTY

The ranch is a great combination of thick brush, large trees, some grass pasture and 447 acres of good farm land. It is located southeast of Mathis, with easy access to Rockport, Port Aransas and Corpus Christi.

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ADL7 Hunting Ranch 1,303± ACRES | ZAVALA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2046933 1,303±-acre high-fenced, intensely managed, turnkey, commercial hunting ranch located in the famous Golden Triangle/Zavala County. Superior genetically improved whitetail deer. Other game includes over 40 species of exotics, wild hogs, turkey, quail, dove and a bird hunting preserve permit. Exceptionally well watered with seven irrigation wells, 12–13 ponds, 160-acre pivot irrigated food plot. The 23,000-square-foot furnished White Wing Lodge has 22 guest rooms, game room, office, laundry room, and gift shop. There is also manager’s house, skeet and target range, 12 breeding pens, two large barns, feed bins, blinds, and feeders.

Some minerals. Price: $5,200,000

Blue Mountain Ranch 2,392± ACRES | UVALDE COUNTY This game-fenced ranch has it all! Starting off with an elegant five-bedroom lodge with a pool with hot tub and a huge game room! Multiple living quarters. With five water wells, five tanks and water troughs, this ranch has water everywhere! Blinds, feeders, breeding pens, walk-in cooler — this ranch has it all! Fenced into two pastures for easy management. Over 15 species of exotics! Paved road to lodge.

This ranch is the real deal. Price: $8,223,425

Nueces Oaks Ranch 281± ACRES | ZAVALA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1062351

Bucks & Ducks Ranch 318± ACRES | KINNEY COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1082156

One-and-a-half miles of Nueces River, two mobile homes, barns, sheds, pens, over 100 acres of shaded, heavily wooded bottom land.

Great hunting! Loads of deer and turkey! Feral hogs, quail, and dove hunting/game! Price: $899,200

Reduced to $595,000! Spofford Area, good South Texas brush, two lakes stocked with fish, nice modular home — four-bedroom, three-bath lodge with covered porches, four blinds, six corn feeders, three protein feeders, good hunting and fishing! Enjoy this season! Whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, dove, quail, and ducks!

This one’s a bargain.

Buck Laning Broker | Rick Taylor Broker | Sherry Herndon Agent (830) 278–3612 | swlandco@sbcglobal.net

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Brush Country Ranch 2,495± ACRES | ZAVALA COUNTY Excellent high-fenced, Brush Country Ranch located in the famed Golden Triangle! Excellent brush diversity.

Managed whitetail deer herd under the Managed Lands Deer Permit (MLDP) Program with many trophy bucks.

Also, feral hogs, javelina, quail, dove, turkey, and fish in the tanks. Nice combination four-bedroom, twobath lodge with adjoining large barn. Watered by two water wells, including a new irrigation sized well, miles of pipeline to five water troughs, and six stock tanks.

Cross-fenced with two sets of cattle pens. Great ranch with some super hunting! Price: $5,613,750

Kinney County Ranch 1,657± ACRES | KINNEY COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 516491

292± Acres – Two Tracts 292± ACRES | BASTROP COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1942591 & 1943949 Two tracts available: 121±, 172±. These two properties are located two miles west of Highway 290 and Highway 21 near Elgin — just 40 miles east of Austin. They have been in the same family for over 40 years! There are great views, rolling terrain, trees, stock tanks, and excellent homesites — perfect for a permanent residence, weekend getaway, horse farm or cattle operation. There is also great commercial development potential. These two properties are available together or individually. The 121± has Highway 290 frontage. A great investment!

Reduced to $1,325 per acre This affordable hunting ranch is high-fenced on two sides and has a twobedroom ranch house, barns, two water wells and two tanks. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, turkey, quail and dove hunting on this game-managed ranch. Part deepsoiled mesquite flats and part guajillo and blackbrush ridges. Live oak bottoms and live oak mots on part of the ranch. This one’s a bargain. Price: $2,236,950

High-Fenced Hunting Ranch 778± ACRES | KINNEY COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1914220 High-fenced, turnkey hunting ranch. Intensively managed, genetically improved whitetail deer, under the Managed Lands Deer Permit (MLDP) Program. Also axis deer, blackbuck antelope, turkey, quail and dove abound! Watered by private water supply, numerous troughs and three stock tanks. Comfortable, rustic camp, two metal equipment sheds, metal storage container.

Deer blinds, corn feeders, cottonseed feed stations, quail feeders, tractor, shredder and box blade. Ready for immediate enjoyment, just bring food and clothes! Some minerals. Price: $1,552,110 LANDSOFTEXASMAGAZINE.COM

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www.Tejas-Properties.com Les Meyer/Broker tejas.sales@sbcglobal.net (830) 563–9911 PO Box 236 | Bracketville, Texas 78832

Rock Canyon Ranch 13,200± ACRES | VAL VERDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1418933 Rock Canyon Ranch is possibly the best-improved ranch in the Western Hill Country, with a massive executive lodge, improved whitetail, many species of exotics, several homes, barns, new deer breeding facility and so much more. Located 40 miles south of Sonora and I-10, a short distance off HWY 277 on an improved county road, Rock Canyon Ranch is a hunter’s paradise with stands, feeders, feed storage, 14 wells, nine tanks, miles of waterline, highly-improved ranch roads, skeet range and runway with hangar. You just can’t get any better than this, move in ready! Come sit on the back porch and take in the 40-mile views! Owner finance. Can sell 3,800 acres and lodge or in its entirety at $18,630,000.

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Hill County Ranch 544± ACRES | REAL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1886645 Great Ranch, in the highly sought after area of Vance, Texas.

This property is only a couple hundred yards down an easement road from the highway, making it very easy to access. There is electricity, a well, small springs, good road and great tree cover.

The animals include whitetail, axis, turkey, and aoudad, all on a great low fenced ranch. Game managed for years, the ranch can be divided into two fantastic hunting properties. $1,995 per acre or $2,195 per acre in parcels.

Consafo Ranch 5,407± ACRES | VAL VERDE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1139770 High on a bluff overlooking the Devils River Valley, you will find this fine ranch. Situated in the Western Hill Country, it provides shelter for both native and freeranging exotic game and has a diverse ecosystem ranging from river bottom to rocky hilltops. The headquarters consists of an all-steel structure (100x60), which has a two-bedroom, two-bath lodge and the remainder of the building is a shop with five overhead doors. The elevated views offer fantastic day and nighttime viewing. The ranch also has guest cabins and RV parking. Just 50 miles south of Sonora and I-10 and 30 miles north of Comstock on paved Highway, the ranch is easily accessed. Reduced to $525 an acre!

Arrowhead Ranch

Western Hill Country Ranch 9,000± ACRES | VAL VERDE COUNTY

435± ACRES | KINNEY COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2121270 This fine Ranch is located 15 miles north of Brackettville or 30 miles northwest of Uvalde, Texas. Arrowhead Ranch offers the outdoorsman unlimited activities, from hunting and hiking to locating Indian artifacts. Forget about unimproved access, there is over a mile of paved highway frontage with a beautiful rock and cedar entrance, a great five-bedroom lodge and so much more. Arrowhead Ranch offers great native and exotic game on a hi-fenced hunting and recreational ranch at a reasonable price. Price: $1,500,000

An unbelievable Western Hill Country ranch about 40 miles South of Sonora. The ranch has high-fenced pastures stocked with exotics and improved genetic whitetail. The low fenced pastures have exceptional whitetail along with free ranging exotics. The home, barns, roads and range range conditions are impeccable. There are numerous water wells scattered across the ranch which make this one of the finest ranches available in the area. Come see today!

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3-Mile Ranch

3,525Âą ACRES | ZAVALA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1128254 This unique South Texas Ranch could easily be described as one of the best hunting and recreation ranches for sale in Texas. An extensive game management program is in place. Trophy whitetail bucks and does with proven genetics have been transferred to the ranch. There are two sets of breeding pens stocked with bucks and does that have superior genetics. It is not unusual to see trophy European stag, axis deer, and blackbuck antelope, wild turkey, quail and dove. Wildlife browse on the 3-Mile Ranch which consists of vegetation species that combine to create excellent wild game animal habitat. Other improvements include: remodeled two-story lodge, new garage, six water wells, 12 ponds, two barns, 12-ton overhead feed bin, protein feeders, corn feeders, and a deer processing facility.

During wet years the crystal clear Nueces River flows for three miles along the west boundary. The ranch is accessible by miles of improved interior roads.

Sells turnkey. Price: $10,950,000 or $3,106 per acre

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Agua Dulce Ranch

4,286± ACRES | KINNEY COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 980158 The wildlife habitat on the Agua Dulce consists of vegetation species that occur in the transition zone between South Texas and the Edwards Plateau.

This blending of ecoregions provides a unique diversity of plant species which combine on the ranch to create an outstanding habitat for whitetail deer, Rio Grande turkey, quail, and other native species. Plant species that are highly preferred by whitetail deer include: kidneywood, granjeno, old man’s beard, shin oak, catclaw, blackbrush, guajillo and many other plant species native to the area. The brush and topography provide adequate thermal and screening cover for deer. The ranch is strong forbs and grass country with boot high to waist high grass. Improvements include a three-bedroom, twobath lodge with attached high door vehicle and ATV storage area.The Agua Dulce is big buck and cattle country. Located only 45 minutes northwest of Uvalde. Sells turnkey. Price: $6,257,560 or $1,460 per acre

Poquito Grande Ranch

874± ACRES | KINNEY COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1135402 Poquito Grande is a well manicured ranch with wide valley land surrounded by mountains and box canyons. Water is distributed to water troughs throughout the ranch. There is an abundance of rich high protein forbs and brush and the pinion pine, live oak and cedar provide ample cover for wildlife. Primary game animals are whitetail deer, wild turkey, blackbuck antelope, turkey and quail. The ranch is located 16 miles north of Brackettville and joins Kickapoo Cavern State Park along the north boundary. The ranch sells turnkey. Price: $1,300,336 or $1,487 per acre

Robinson Ranch

250± ACRES | EDWARDS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2132366

The Robinson Ranch is a part of the 4,500 acre Forrest Weldon Ranch. The topography is low rolling hills and wide valley areas covered with live oak trees, persimmon, shin oak brush and mountain laurel. This area is well-known for good whitetail deer and turkey hunting. Axis deer, wild boar, and other exotics are prevalent in the area. Improvements include the cabin, storage building, and the wild game processing area located one-quarter mile south of Country Road 310. Water is furnished by two shared water wells. Seller will reserve one-half of the minerals owned. Price: $487,500 or $1,950 per acre

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The Lazy R Ranch

283± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2266738

The Lazy R Ranch encompasses 283 acres of the Texas Hill Country and is situated in northern Medina County just south of the Bandera County line. The beauty of the ranch starts at the entrance with its paved driveway leading up to a bluff where the custom rock home is situated. The entire back of the house is wrapped in porches that overlook some of the most beautiful scenery Texas has to offer.

83 Acres

83± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1614756 This ranch has excellent access to Hondo, Tarpley, and the surrounding areas and would make a great homestead or recreational place.

The terrain is typical Texas Hill Country with gorgeous views from the majority of the ranch. Elevations change from 1,280 feet at the gate to 1,400 feet towards the north fence. Native grasses, mesquite, persimmon, and live oaks cover the greater part of the property.

584 Acres

584± ACRES | FRIO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2100225

Located just west of Dilley, this productive irrigated Frio County farm has roughly 445 acres under pivot which is comprised of two 130 acre pivots and one 185 acre pivot. The Carrizo irrigation well was drilled four years ago to a depth of approximately 1,900 feet. The well is equipped with a 300 HP electric motor and it produces around 800 gallons per minute. The entire farm is fenced and cross fenced.

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Steubing Farm 600± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2101469

This property is a productive, incomeproducing, irrigated farm/dairy/ranch located in close proximity to town, making it very attractive from an investment standpoint. The facilities and infrastructure in place will accommodate any number of future uses for this property.

Boone Ranch 725± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1728538

This South Texas ranch has plenty of potential with its diverse terrain, road frontage, large neighbors, and proximity to San Antonio. The ranch consists of a small home, barn, and an Edwards Aquifer well, which feeds water to one of the three stock tanks and the water troughs. Also located on the ranch is the Squirrel Creek that traverses the southern part from west to east. A must see ranch in an area known for exceptional hunting and wildlife.

Hill Country Ranch

155± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1882849

Located approximately 12 miles north of Hondo and approximately 15 miles south of Bandera, this beautiful Hill Country ranch is in a very desirable part of Texas. The terrain is level to gently rolling and is typical of the transition zone in Medina County. The ranch consists of thick native grasses, enormous oak trees and cedar elm. There has been extensive cedar clearing on parts of the ranch allowing for beautiful open areas. With the native wildlife, the highway frontage, and the close proximity to Hondo, Bandera, and San Antonio, this ranch is ideal for recreation, homesite, or weekend retreat.

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172± ACRES | MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1437574 This is a nice sized ranch situated in the hill country part of Medina County.

Located on the property is a clean and well-kept hunting cabin setup and ready-to-go. There are spectacular views from most of the ranch especially from the upper deck of the hunting cabin. The wildlife consists of whitetail deer, hogs, turkey, doves, and free-ranging exotics. The close proximity to San Antonio, Castroville, Hondo, and Bandera makes this a great place to live or have a weekend get-a-way ranch.

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Bella Vista Ranch

162± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY

Amazing Hill Country vistas and gently rolling terrain on 162 acres.

Unique property with horse friendly terrain and people friendly improvements. Features a three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath native stone home with standing seam roof, two-bedroom, two-bath guest cottage plus workers quarters next to the horse facilities. Two gorgeous lakes, plus four wells. Beautiful country acreage just 20 minutes from Fredericksburg.

Gillespie County – 220 Acres 220± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY

Great location in western Gillespie County, gently rolling terrain, paved county road frontage, two stock tanks, and numerous building sites.

Klein Branch Creek Ranch

300± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1702408 Ranch features a two-bedroom, two-bath Hill Country cottage with a creek-front setting. Gently rolling terrain, convenient location, and approximately 3,000 feet of both sides of the spring-fed Klein Branch Creek make this property a must see.

Llano County Ranch

180± ACRES | LLANO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2070173

This Hill Country property is in a perfect location in between Fredericksburg, Llano and Mason. The incredible 1870s home has been wonderfully restored with historic touches combined with conveniences of the new. Gentle pastures and good ranch roads.

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Kramer Road Ranch 138± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY

Numerous building sites on this acreage offer expansive sunset views. Seasonal creek adds diversity and attracts wildlife. Just two miles outside of town with pave county road frontage. Great location for your dream home.

Fredericksburg Retreat

61± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1702346

Lasso Ranch

96± ACRES | KERR COUNTY Rolling terrain studded with numerous oaks including post oak, live oak and Spanish oak. Several homesites with views plus paved county road access. This property is just 15 minutes from Fredericksburg or Kerrville.

61 acre gem situated in a perfect location between Fredericksburg and Kerrville. Retreat can sleep 18 guests comfortably between the lodge and three cabins. In addition to the lodge and cabins, there is a 3,000±-square-foot main house and centrally located pool. Excellent family retreat or recreational getaway, with endless possibilities.

Berg Wall Ranch

288± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY

Rare and scenic 288 acres conveniently located 20 minutes from Fredericksburg. Towering mesa rises prominently within the ranch offering astonishing views. Numerous future pond sites. 100+ year old German dry stack stone wall meanders approximately one mile across the property. Whitetail deer, turkey, wild hogs, and occasional free-roaming exotic.

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Cucharas Ranch North 12,088± ACRES | HUERFANO COUNTY | COLORADO PROPERTY ID: 2128047 The Cucharas Ranch North is located in eastern Huerfano County, Colorado and has both sides of the Cucharas River for over three miles. This is a beautiful Front Range ranch with open, rolling prairie and arroyos, located just off the eastern edge of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Features include springs, 6,500 foot mesas, wide open short-grass prairieland and some broken country with aesthetic appeal, hunting and winter protection for year-round grazing. Elk, antelope, deer, fishing and other wildlife provide excellent opportunities for enjoyment by the outdoorsman. It is rare to find a hunting/recreational/working cattle ranch of this size with such good access and multiple uses. Price: $6,346,200

Walker Canyon Ranch 10,432± ACRES | MOTLEY COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1144798 The ranch features majestic plateaus and canyons on the western edge of the Rolling Plains of Texas. This is a solid turf, grama grass country cattle ranch with mesquite and some cedar trees which offer excellent wildlife hunting including whitetail and mule deer, quail, turkey, dove, and ducks.

The ranch features a 98.5-acre permitted lake created from spring-fed Hornica Creek and a 725 foot dam. This landmark lake is a wildlife and waterfowl magnet. Price: $10,953,600

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Horse Track Ranch 9,385.81± ACRES | GUADALUPE COUNTY NEW MEXICO | PROPERTY ID: 1889939 This 9,385.81-acre all deeded cattle ranch and cutting horse facility with state-of-the-art improvements is located 15 miles north of Fort Sumner, New Mexico on US Highway 84. The area has a mild climate with a 180-day growing season, elevation is approximately 4,500 feet above sea level with average annual rain fall estimated at 14.8 inches per year.

The state-of-the-art set of pens at the headquarters are complete with a hydraulic squeeze chute, a livestock scale and a permanent loading/ unloading chute. Price: $4,693,000

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High Hopes Ranch on the Cimarron 9,200± ACRES | COLFAX COUNTY | NEW MEXICO | PROPERTY ID: 1887954

Amazing improvements, beautiful 5,000±-square-foot home, two guest houses, huge two bay shop, state-of-the-art horse stalls and runs, roping arena with air-operated release chute, nice employee home and more horse stalls and runs, large set of working pens with camp house (old-west style with state-of-the-art outhouses), 9,200± acres deeded, 193± acres state lease, yearling or cow/calf country just east of Springer on Highway 56 with frontage on the I25 access road on the west. Price: $8,556,000

Armstrong County Farm 2,476± ACRES | ARMSTRONG COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2128017 Located in an area known primarily as dryland farming and grass country this highly developed irrigated farm stands out as your drive along FM 1151.

The home and headquarters are only 22 minutes to downtown Amarillo.

2,476 acres classified as prime farmland by USDA consists of 1,746 irrigated acres, along with 358 dryland acres and 316 acres of grass. The headquarters includes a very nice custom built 3,750-square-foot home and a 6,000-square-foot barn which is heated and insulated. Price: $6,190,000

Spearman Farm 1,629± ACRES | HANSFORD COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2067296 The property is located in the Panhandle of Texas, south of Spearman approximately four miles on Highway 760. This excellent farm is composed almost entirely of NRCS “Prime Farmland” Perryton A clay, loam soils and consists of 1,629± acres. Eight irrigation wells which produce 900 to 1,000 GPM supply 10 center pivot sprinklers with water to irrigate crops.

Recent crop rotation includes corn and cotton but this farm would be highly productive with any row crop or hay. Hard to find a better farm with such excellent improvements. Price: $8,063,550

Triple Draw Ranch 1,458± ACRES | CROCKETT COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2268419 Triple Draw Ranch is a high-fenced 1,458± acre property that would be ideal for a corporate retreat or the avid outdoorsman in a hunting partnership.

The property is populated with an improved whitetail herd, axis deer, turkey, dove, quail, and other wildlife. A mountain lion was taken on the property this winter. Improvements include a 1,400±-square-foot hunting lodge with fireplace, nine deer blinds, nine corn feeders, five protein feeders, eight water troughs, water well, and more. Above average number of live oaks cover the draws that comprise the ranch. Exceptional game ranch with highway frontage. Price: $1,436,130

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Deats Land

393± ACRES | YOUNG COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2229759 This wooded acreage comes with Willow Branch Creek, ponds and history, as well as some minerals. The diverse topography creates great views and produces a wide variety of large woods along the creeks and draws. The fertile soil provides for grass pastures and fields with ponds scattered throughout. Located on the west boundary is the northwest corner (Marker) of the Texas Lower Indian Reservation. This is one of only two Indian Reservations in Texas! This ranch has been in the same family for over 100 years. Price: $1,469,050

Sandy Creek Ranch

320± ACRES | EASTLAND COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1666661 Diverse country with big wooded, hillsides down to fertile land around Sandy Creek. This raw, untouched land is back off the beaten path with a deeded easement. The two ponds have held great water levels with one being spring fed and beautiful. Sandy Creek runs through the northeast corner providing live water almost year round. The 160± feet of dramatic elevation provides views for miles and the large hills create a feel of larger land. The mature woods provide ample cover for the diverse wildlife. A great property to escape.

Price: $615,999

Creeked Up Country

160± ACRES | STEPHENS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1761142 Beautiful land with branches of the Gonzales (was Gunsolos) Creek running through it. Mature live and post oak mixed in with mesquite, cedar and elm cover the entire property. Rolling elevation creates a larger feel and provides views of property. This acreage comes complete with a 75’x30’ metal awning with a concrete slab, as well as a water well and electricity prepared for a house or cabin. Great opportunity to live in the woods, sneak out of the city to hunt or just relax in the peace and quite. Price:$2,750 per acre 200

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Caddo Creek Deluxe 425± ACRES | STEPHENS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2128886 Rugged hillside with beautiful ponds surrounding the dramatic elevation. The deep and wide Caddo Creek runs along the South and most of the West side of this acreage. A wet weather creek with many branches runs on the northeast side providing excellent run off for lake or big water potential. This land boosts huge views provided by the 140± feet of elevation change and has large live oaks, elms and others along the Caddo Creek. Raw, hunting or investment land with paved frontage and close proximity to I-20. Price: $979,000

Rafter D Ranch

191± ACRES | YOUNG COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2239783 This pristine 191 acres of land comes with paved frontage and a close proximity to Graham, Texas. Scenic acreage with excellent surface water and fertile soil. This diverse land has draws with large woods, grass pastures and ample water supply.

Excellent grazing and hunting land with minerals available. Unique opportunity to build in the country near a thriving small community just 1.5 hours of Fort Worth.

Price: $672,320

Wandering Gonzales 138± ACRES | STEPHENS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1632173 Over 5,250 feet of the deep, banked Gonzales (was Gunsolos) Creek wanders through this wooded property. This creek has LARGE trees and runs heavily when it rains and used to run seasonally to yearly. A mix of big, mature trees and a 40-acre food plot create an ideal habit for animals of all kinds and great grazing. The windmill water well and electricity meter gives this property the makings for an ideal cabin or homesite in the country. Price: $2,450 per acre

Lobo Ranch 186± ACRES | EASTLAND COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1632181 Excellent surface water on this 186 acres of prime land located just six miles north of Cisco. This acreage has four ponds with two large ponds that have survived the drought! Mature cover with plentiful live and post oaks, as well as mesquites and cedar. Just enough cultivation for an excellent food plot or to run some cattle.

Truly beautiful land, this is a must see if looking for land in Eastland or Stephens County. Electricity and water readily available on the county road frontage.

Price: $2,075 per acre

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1537 Sandy Lane 7.76± ACRES | MASON COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2090594 Very rare small acreage and wonderful metal frame home with composite siding. Built in 2012, the home is over 2,600 square-feet with five bedrooms, three baths, all electric, and has an open concept design. Energy efficient with lots of storage and special features-custom knotty alder cabinets, stained concrete and wood laminate flooring, and a great back yard with pergola over back porch. There is an arena, barn, and fenced area perfect for a large garden. Water is supplied by an excellent water well with submersible pump. This is a great small acreage with a beautiful modern home, ready to move in. Centrally located being only 11 miles from Mason and 17 miles from Brady. Price: $364,900

Mill Creek Road Ranch 334± ACRES | MASON COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2237974 Located in Southwestern Mason County, this great livestock/hunting ranch offers rolling live oak covered hills with little cedar. Long views including landmark Monument Mountain. Good access and electricity along Mill Creek County Road as well as a shared water well/windmill/ reservoir and electricity located at the back of the property. Rare property! Large neighboring ranches! Price: $835,790

1216 FM 2096 17.8± ACRES | ROBERTSON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2259391 This beautiful ranch style home on 17.8 acres is located ten miles northeast from Franklin, Texas on FM 2096. This three-bedroom, two-bathroom, brick home with metal roof has 2,006 heated square-feet. Many updates throughout the home have been made, including: marble counter tops in master bathroom, granite in kitchen and guest bathroom, wood and tile flooring, and a double sided fireplace. The newly built metal 40x40 shop on concrete slab has recently been insulated with energy efficient spray foam insulation. Shop also has two automatic roll up doors for easy accessibility. The gently rolling improved grassland is great for hay production or livestock grazing. Call listing agent Tana Autrey for more information (979)422-3074. Price: $369,000

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www.DavisVernon.com 1011 Hillcrest Drive | Vernon, Texas 76384

Dane Mount/Broker (940) 839–6247 | dane@davisvernon.com

KC River Ranch

7,880± ACRES | FOARD COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2251018 The KC River Ranch is located in Southern Foard and Northern Knox counties along the North Wichita River. The river runs through the middle of the ranch and offers great hunting and excellent grazing for cattle. The ranch headquarters is on the north side of the ranch and has a nice three-bedroom, twobath main ranch house, bunkhouse, corrals and shipping pens. This is a highly improved ranch with excellent fences, multiple pastures, some cultivation, and well watered with several earth tanks, springs, and rural water piped all over the ranch. This is a great combination ranch for cattle and hunting. All of the wheat fields are fenced and good water that support a thriving yearling operation. With all of the pastures being cross fenced you can implement a rotational grazing program to be able to increase stocking capacity. This is a working cattle ranch located in the middle of some of Texas largest ranches.

The KC River Ranch also offers some of the best and diverse hunting in North Texas. This area of north Texas is known for trophy whitetail deer, great bird hunting with turkey, quail and dove. Also the ranch lies in the migratory fly way and offers abundant ducks and geese for the water fowl hunter. The North Wichita River runs through the ranch and provides great habitat for the wildlife native to this area. The river is spring fed and has water all of the time even during the severe drought that we have experienced over the last few years. Last but not least the ranch has large neighbors with minimal hunting pressure, that will give the new owner an opportunity to grow trophy deer. If you are looking for a cattle or hunting ranch then please take a look at the KC Ranch. The ranch can be split at the river with approximately 3,600 acres south of the river. Price: $1,250 per acre or $9,850,000

Childress County Ranch

2,560± ACRES | CHILDRESS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2229794 The Childress County Ranch is located north of Childress, Texas 24 miles. There are 2,450 acres of native range land and 110 acres of irrigated cropland. the irrigation well is rated at 1,100 GPM and the pivot and motor are two years old. Rural water is on the ranch also there are stock water wells with solar panels. The grass is in good shape considering the drought. Fences are in excellent to good shape throughout the ranch. There great deer and turkey hunting with the quail making a comeback.

Minerals are available with an acceptable contract. Contact Danny Havins at (940) 839-5152 or dhavins@yahoo.com to schedule your private showing! Priced to sell at $975 per acre or $2,496,000.

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Quail Heaven

10,000± ACRES | HIDALGO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2022199 One of the best all around turn-key ranches in South Texas. Great improvements (five homes/airstrip). Dove and quail are abundant, as well as world-class whitetail. Exotics include scimitar oryx and blackbuck antelope. Good income from cattle and hunting. You will not find a better all around hunting/recreational ranch anywhere. Located only 40 minutes north of McAllen with great access off of a paved country road.

Turn-Key Hunting Ranch

1,857± ACRES | LA SALLE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2128155 High-fenced in La Salle County, Texas (all goes, turn-key). Great wildlife, improvements, and water!

Whitetail deer herd has been managed for 12 years. Excellent quail hunting, over 70 coveys seen in last survey. Nice house built in 2005, Carrizo water well, tractors, brush hog. Price: $5,475,000

Legal Eagle

1,038± ACRES | MAVERICK COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1156878

PRICE JUST REDUCED BY $1,000,000. Partial Minerals - BRING OFFER, Turn-Key! All equipment, deer blinds, feeders, furniture go with sale. Conveys with approximately 25 percent of the minerals on half of the property. Four homes, great water (one 12-acre lake, five other good size tanks). Blinds and feeders convey. Great cattle pens, squeeze chute, covered working area. Great irrigation water, as well as city water. Price: $2,595,000

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Spring Lake Ranch 138± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 945542 Spring Lake Ranch is one of the finest developed properties in the Texas Hill Country with 138 acres covered with large oaks and scenic views. The sparkling spring fed lake was specifically built to grow trophy largemouth bass and high fenced to maintain the large trophy whitetail deer herd. The main residence is a masterpiece of craftsmanship with soaring ceilings, interior rock walls and intriguing architectural details. The guest house with two master suites has rustic lodge beams highlighted by cypress ceilings. The ranch foreman’s home is strategically located near the gated entrance offering additional security. This property is co-listed with Trey Hallmark with Trip duPerier, The Texas Landman. Contact Susan Hallmark for more information.

Rainbow Lake Estate in Hunt, Texas 49.38± ACRES | KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1992491 Located under 1.2 miles southeast of Hunt and under 15 minutes from downtown Kerrville. Rainbow Lake is nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.

It is a recreational paradise for family and friends or corporate clients. The estate offers 49± pristine acres, featuring a private 17± acre spring-fed level lake, four-acre peninsula, your very own island, and natural waterfalls. There are five homes, the main lodge is 2,400 square-feet and each guest cottages are approximately 950 square-feet and are equipped with satellite television, telephone and internet connection. All homes front the lake and provide for private enjoyment while gathering at the main house for BBQ and group entertaining. The well house is a walk in building that is insulated. Exterior water storage tank is in place. There is also a two stall horse shed with trap/corral great for bringing your horses to trail ride on the weekends. A perfect readyto-go recreational ranch. Please visit www.rainbowlakeestate.net or contact Amy Dutton for more information.

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Southern Chalet 15± ACRES | WASHINGTON COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2267033 Situated on 15 acres in the rolling hills of Washington County, this open concept, split-floor plan home boasts a gas log fireplace, formal dining and beautiful hickory flooring throughout. The U-shaped kitchen with granite counter tops features an oversized, deep granite sink, breakfast bar, five-burner gas stove, and walk-in pantry. The master suite with separate vanities and walk-in closets, shower and jacuzzi tub is the perfect place to unwind. Additional amenities: crown molding, ceiling fans, study, sprinkler system, storage building, chicken coop and dog run. Price: $550,000

Elm Grove Farm 77.33± ACRES | AUSTIN COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1693920 Situated on a winding country road, these 77+ acres make an excellent recreational destination. With one-fifth of a mile of road frontage, this country estate presents all kinds of possibilities. The rolling pastures and scattered mature trees afford excellent hunting opportunities while the live creek, which borders the property on one side, and the two ponds offer plenty of fishing fun. An old farm house built in the early 1900’s awaits some creativity and TLC, but could provide a perfect place to hang your hat temporarily. Ag. exempt. Price: $618,400

Serenity Stone Haven 15± ACRES | WALLER COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1974567 This fabulous five-bedroom, six-bath, and three halfbath home with over 6,000 square feet of living space sits on 15.84 beautiful wooded acres. As you enter thru the grand gate and cross Three Mile Creek, the tree lined entry presents a dramatic, recently renovated home with stunning architectural details, stone walls, cathedral ceilings, six wood burning fireplaces and uniquely beautiful salvaged items throughout. The gourmet kitchen, media room, banquet hall and game room create the perfect environment for entertaining and just thru the library is the 1500+square foot “carriage house” that can be used for multiple events.

The intricate details and charm are endless and create a warm and welcoming environment. Price: $890,000

KAC Ranch 213± ACRES | HAMILTON COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2070945 Located in the Central Texas Hill Country, this 213+ acre ranch is a horse lovers dream. Nestled in the midst of the beautiful countryside is a 2,200 squarefoot, three-bedroom, two-bath ranch style home featuring an extensive master suite, office with coffee bar, open kitchen and living room with fireplace, sun room and tile flooring throughout. The six-stall horse barn boasts a onebed, one-bath guest apartment and just down the walkway is the three-bedroom, two-bath, 2,300 square-foot barn dominium. The sand filled, lighted roping arena, working pens, chutes and five-acre catch pen finish off this Hill Country ranch. Price: $1,588,800

Plum Creek Ranch 96± ACRES | AUSTIN COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1748014 96 acres ready for horses or cattle. Fertile deep sandy loam soil with level terrain makes for excellent hay production. Hunting and fishing opportunities as well. Property features wet weather creek, three stocked ponds, metal storage barn and 2,600 linear feet of road frontage. Owner planted 200 plum trees and original home site features mature trees, electricity, water well, and plenty of privacy and seclusion. Ag exempt. Price: $766,563

Hunter’s Creek Way 20± ACRES | HARRIS COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1803460 This custom gated home is in an exclusive gated equestrian sub division. With three bedrooms and three baths downstairs, a second study and bonus room upstairs, formal dining, gas log fireplace, hardwood floors, pool with water fall and hot tub this is a home you won’t want to miss! The study, sitting room or nursery just off the master bedroom presents all kinds of possibilities and the master bath has a large walk in shower with three shower heads and boasts granite countertops. Additional amenities include: Island kitchen, plantation custom shutters, 24-Zone sprinkler system, alarm system, two air conditioning units, eight-stall horse barn, lighted arena, and four dog kennels with concrete floors. 20 acres for $1,200,000.

Also available as ten acres for $900,000.

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Field Creek Place 7.7± ACRES | LLANO COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2218015 Framed by the graceful Texas Hill Country, this charming and classy home on over seven acres provides an opportunity for you to own a place where you and your family can relax, enjoy gorgeous views, and stretch out a bit. The three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath home has just undergone a “makeover” that includes all fresh paint, all new flooring, and some new appliances and fixtures. The loft provides some additional space for an office or kid’s space, there is ample storage throughout, and a beautiful rock fireplace and high ceiling make the living room a pleasure to relax and share. Shelter your horses in the barn, complete projects in the 1,280 square-foot workshop, or practice roping in the arena that is made of portable pipe panels. This lovely property is located in northwestern Llano County, just the perfect distance off of Highway 71, in Field Creek, Texas. Don’t let this enticing property get away! Price: $325,000

McBee Ranch 402± ACRES | MASON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1728870 Located at the Mason/San Saba county line right on Highway 71, is a picturesque and diverse piece of property that you could call Home. It is a close contest as to whether the varied terrain and its natural beauty eclipses the modern 4,200-square-foot custom home! The land includes lovely mature oaks, rolling hills, and flat open fields. The home has custom hardwood floors, Kingwood cabinetry, top of the line appliances, and a comfortable outdoor living space that includes a pool and hot tub. Great water and wells service the property including a 450 gallon per minute irrigation well with a 40-acre pivot. As a permanent home or an ideal vacation spot, the beauty and features of this property are special!

Price: $2,900,000

Rocky Creek Ranch 388± ACRES | MILLS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1720651 If you have ever dreamed of working white-tail deer on your own high fenced ranch and being able to live in a beautiful home among them, this may be the ideal place for you! A little over 250-acres of this lovely ranch with highway frontage is high- fenced and includes some of the best looking deer you will find. The additional 130± acres is directly across the highway and is low-fenced. Rocky Creek traverses both properties and, except during extreme drought, flows year-round. Dinosaur tracks embedded in some of the rock around the property provides unique opportunities to study and share a piece of history with your family and friends. The Austin Stone home has five bedrooms and three bathrooms, tons of great amenities and a wraparound porch perfect for relaxing at the end of your day. There is also a Foreman’s house or guest home, granite gravel roads, numerous barns, shop, and pens. This is truly a complete package. Price: $3,800,000

Threadgill Road Ranch 490.55± ACRES | MASON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1106952 This 490.553-acre ranch is located just north of the Mason-Gillespie county line. Accessed from Threadgill Road (county maintained) by a very nice well maintained easement road making this ranch very remote. The ranch is approximately 19 miles from Fredericksburg and 16 miles south of Mason.

There is a nice insulated metal barn with interior bathroom, cement flooring and patio. There is also a hunter’s cabin of sorts on the property but of little value. A new road is in place and there is electricity on the ranch.

There is a scenic wet weather creek that traverses the middle of the ranch and uninterrupted views across the Texas Hill county. If you are looking for an excellent hunting property within 20 minutes of Fredericksburg, but without the Gillespie county price, this is it. Price: $1,520,700 www.FrostyMiller.com frosty@tstar.net (325) 247–3997 | (325) 456–8844 1200 Ford Street | Llano, Texas 78643 view all properties: LandsofTexas.com/member/6053 LANDSOFTEXASMAGAZINE.COM

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www.NixonRealEstate.com Vic Nixon, Broker | (830) 997–2187 vic@nixonrealestate.com 1325 East Main Street | Fredericksburg, Texas 78624

Grapetown Road Ranch 92.6± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2236005 A very diverse ranch with fields for grass production, tree coverage consisting of oaks and cedar for deer, axis and turkey hunting, one pond, two-bedroom, one-bath home, rock barn, 45 minutes to San Antonio or Austin. Call Scott Frantzen (830) 459–6036. Price: $875,000

Hayden Ranch Road 371± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1633171 A hilltop ranch with fantastic views of Fredericksburg, water well, pond, great hunting, good livestock country, very few ranches in this area become available for sale. Call Vic Nixon (830) 889–2325.

Price: $2,374,400

Dietrich Road Ranch 74.93± ACRES | GILLESPIE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2080405 Outstanding Mountaintop home site with cabin and utilities in place, 30 GPM water well, two ponds, productive sandy loam fields, deer hunting, six miles north of Fredericksburg.

Call Vic Nixon (830) 889–2325. Price: $1,020,000

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Muddy Bluff Ranch 88.28± ACRES | AUSTIN COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 845118 Built in Brenham, Texas in 1899 by John T. Embrey, the Haynie-Embrey House now finds its home in Bleiblerville. In 2007, its current owner completely dismantled the house down to its framing, rebuilt it by restoring its original detailed interior materials while maintaining its architectural details, adding a state-of-the-art island kitchen, insulated windows and doors, and an additional wing with a fireplace. Inside the exquisite home there are four bedrooms and three baths. Its enjoyable amenities include: five fireplaces, 130-year-old reclaimed oak flooring, 25-foot vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, custom elk chandelier, a stone hearth fireplace in the great room, glass cabinet fronts in the new kitchen fabricated from glass salvaged from the old home’s windows, custom cabinetry and three zoned heating and cooling systems, to name only a few. The four-car garage and 1,000-square-foot workshop has a full bath and an attached three stall barn, convenient to the house and constructed to match the decor of the home. This rolling 88-acre ranch’s improvements are located near the center of the property. Spacious first and second story front porches overlook the approximately two-acre lake. A comfortable wraparound porch on the newly constructed wing allows one to enjoy the gentle breezes which characterize the hilly location as well as phenomenal views of tree-lined Rocky Branch which meanders along the back perimeter of the property and provides a natural home for an abundance of wildlife. The home is approximately 70 miles from Houston and perfect for full or part time country living. This property will make its owner beam with pride! Price: $1,699,500

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Collbran Livestock Equestrian Ranch 198.92± ACRES | MESA COUNTY | COLORADO | PROPERTY ID: 2266478 Features a gorgeous custom built three-bedroom, four-bath home with panoramic mountain and valley views. Numerous outbuildings for livestock and equipment, plus livestock scales, corrals and loading chute. 130± acres irrigated and in hay production with side roll sprinklers. An exceptional livestock setup, located only minutes south of Collbran. Price: $1,895,000

Cougar Springs Ranch 1,720± ACRES | MESA COUNTY | COLORADO | PROPERTY ID: 2266551

Wildlife Mountain Retreat 1,577± ACRES | DELTA COUNTY | COLORADO | PROPERTY ID: 1818001 This beautiful 1,577-acre alpine mountain ranch offers year-round access, three year-round creeks, alpine forests with aspen and spruce, mountain meadows and oaks in the lower elevations, electricity and borders the Grand Mesa National Forest. The ranch is in Hunt Units 411 and 52. Enjoy awesome elk, deer, bear and turkey hunting, gorgeous mountain and valley views, snowmobiling and your own trout fishing paradise with over three miles of trout-filled creeks. Price: $6,495,000

Elevations from 7,000 feet up to 9,400 feet and borders the National Forest for over two miles. Numerous improvements: three residences, hunting lodge, cabin, studio, barn, equipment shed, and more. 85± irrigated acres in hay, several trout ponds and springs along with Grove Creek traversing the ranch for approximately 1.6 miles. Excellent big game hunting (GMU 421) for elk, deer, bear, turkey, and small game. Pristine alpine setting with a nice mix of aspen, oaks, spruce intermingled with beautiful mountain meadows. Price includes 50 percent of minerals owned on 1,120± acres in this gas and oil rich corridor (Plateau Valley). Five additional Conservation easements are available to a new owner with up to $6.0 million in federal and state tax benefits. Cougar Springs truly offers much more than your typical mountain ranch. Call for more details. Other purchasing options available. Price: $13,000,000

Second Wind Ranch 150± ACRES | MESA COUNTY | COLORADO | PROPERTY ID: 2266514 Cute and cozy remodeled two-bedroom, one-bath home, custom features throughout. Numerous outbuildings for both equipment and livestock, plus your very own 2,800 foot airstrip. 70± irrigated acres under side roll sprinklers and in hay production. A beautiful and private setting located just minutes west of Collbran. Price: $1,195,000

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Steven’s Hideout II 330± ACRES | WALKER COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1799393 330 rolling, varied acres just north of Huntsville.

Hay pasture along the paved frontage, two-bedroom, one-bath cabin; small shop and equipment cover; small lake. Majority of the land is heavily wooded with a lot of relief — great for hunting or other outdoor activities. Adjoining 70 acres also available. Wonderful variety with easy access to Houston. Price: $1,500,000

Texas Bar S Cattle Ranch

198± ACRES | GRIMES COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2267595

198± acres fronting Highway 90 north of Singleton.

Features rolling pastures with scattered pines and hardwoods, bands of trees, four ponds, two barns, cattle pens, and good ranch road.

Price: $1,082,565 or $5,500 per acre

Larry Jacobs/Broker | (936) 597–3301 | info@txland.com | www.TXLand.com | PO Box 1370 | Montgomery, Texas 77356 view all properties: LandsofTexas.com/member/3259

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462± Acre Estate with Colonial-Style House 462± ACRES | HOPKINS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2059713 Located on the north side of Interstate 30 in Hopkins County sits this magnificent estate. The 8,654-square-foot brick colonial-style mansion has the exquisite style, decor, and class of an era gone by with all of the present day amenities. The massive crystal chandelier, decorative crown molding, and winding staircase welcome you, but the warmth and southern charm this house offers will make you want to stay. The house boasts five large, elegantly decorated bedrooms, five full baths, five half baths, and a large board room. The marble hearth and gas fireplace in the formal living room along with the stunning dining room with beautiful crown molding, ceiling medallion, and crystal chandelier make this house perfect for entertaining guests. The large den with gas fireplace, game room, and red sun room deliver the warmth and cozy feel to the home while still remaining elegant. This home features a double kitchen with tile floors complete with two sinks, double ovens, two cook tops, a dishwasher, and cabinets galore. Just off of the kitchen sits a butler’s pantry and laundry room with a sink, gas cook top, and half bath. From the beautiful landscaping to the detached indoor pool house, to the 1,064-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bath brick guest house out back, this house never disappoints. The 462± sprawling acres contains two sets of steel working pens with squeeze chutes at both locations.

Amenities include: 24x24 loafing shed, 24x40 loafing shed, 20x80 equipment shed, 40x80 workshop with concrete floor, and a 20x80 attached equipment shed. There are eight pastures that are adequately watered by nine ponds. With predominately Bermuda grass pastures with scattered Dallis grass, road frontage on all four sides of the property, and the amenities this place offers make this place one of a kind. Price: $2,475,000

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THE WEST IS OUR HERITAGE. MAKE IT YOURS. www.RMABrokers.com | (855) 535–0881 | info@rmabrokers.com | PO Box 160 | Johnstown, Colorado 80534

VISTA VERDE GUEST RANCH 587± ACRES | ROUTT COUNTY STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, COLORADO | PROPERTY ID: 1754999 Shadowed by the rugged peaks of the snowcapped Zirkel Range, the 587-acre guest ranch bordering national forest includes over 90,000 square feet of upscale improvements and offers adventure, outstanding cuisine and indulgence to guests from around the world. Located 30 minutes north of Steamboat Springs and convenient to the regional airport, this exclusive luxury guest ranch is offered turnkey with talented staff in place at $19,900,000. Christy Belton, (970) 734–7885.

ELK MOUNTAIN RANCH 325± ACRES | CUSTER COUNTY WESTCLIFFE, COLORADO | PROPERTY ID: 1868887 This very private 325-acre ranch is located one-and-a-half hour drive from Colorado Springs and two-and-a-half hours southwest of Denver in the wet mountains just minutes southeast of the charming town of Westcliffe. Situated at the end of a county maintained road, it offers privacy, year-round access and has unobstructed views of the aweinspiring Sangre de Cristo Mountain range. Improvements include a stunning 6,500-square-foot custom-built home, a workshop and a caretaker’s home. Hoss Port, (303) 503–3876. Price: $2,495,000

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Tyler Wright/Broker findaranch@gmail.com (877) 396-4477 PO Box 845, 200 Ellis Street Menard, Texas 76859

Ranger Springs River Ranch 2,545± ACRES | MENARD COUNTY 2545 acres located just eight miles west of Menard, Texas on the beautiful San Saba River. This property has approximately 1.6 miles of river frontage on its northern boundary and a 1,900 square-foot rock ranch house. The terrain goes from pecan bottoms to high bluffs overlooking the river. There are many excellent places for recreation on the river as, Clear Creek provides fresh spring water to the river just up stream from the subject property. Ranger Springs is also located on the ranch and provides excellent fresh water for wildlife and livestock. The ranch is heavily populated with whitetail deer, turkey, dove and axis deer. Access to the ranch is by easement off of Bois de Arc road, which is only one minute from Highway 190. There are several falls and rapids along this stretch of river that flow into clear, rock bottom pools of water. Come see this San Saba River ranch and see the beauty it has to offer! Asking $8,906,500 or $3,500 per acre.

Whitehead Llano River Ranch 1,338± ACRES | LLANO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1092691 This picturesque Llano County property, just 10 miles east of Llano, Texas boasts almost a mile of Llano River frontage, five-bedroom custom rock home with pool and two water wells. Accessed from scenic Texas Highway 29, these 1,338 acres provide a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life, but still offers the amenities of town just down the road. The terrain of this property consists of gently to medium rolling hill country of native pasture and traversed by two seasonal creeks. The rolling hills provide excellent views of nearby Packsaddle Mountain. All-weather red granite ranch roads navigate throughout the ranch, while access is paved from the entrance at Highway 29 to the headquarters. Some minerals will convey.

Price reduced from $9,750,000 to $8,500,000.

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(877) 959-5500 or (325) 347-6653 431 Fort McKavett St. Mason, TX 76856

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Charles Cammack/Broker | (210) 215–3351 | www.LandCapAdvisors.com view all properties: LandsofTexas.com/member/144120 13300 Old Blanco Road, Suite 321 | San Antonio, Texas 78216

Devils River Ranch 1,700± ACRES | VAL VERDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2266657 Fly fishing abounds with over two miles of frontage on the Devils River — one of the most scenic, pristine and protected rivers in Texas. The ranch has a level valley with easy river access. The rugged hilltops provide breathtaking panoramic views. Devils River Ranch is secluded and nicely improved with a modern and well-appointed main house and guest house as well as horse pens and barns. Land your plane on the ranch’s airstrip, with its own hangar and helipad. The ranch is located approximately 20 miles north of Comstock and one hour from Del Rio. A sportsman’s paradise! Devils River Ranch is teeming with wildlife: West Texas mule deer, whitetail deer, Rio Grande turkey, dove, quail and javelina. It also boasts exotic sheep including aoudad, mouflon and corsican/barbados.

www.TrustFinancial.us Financing for these and other properties is available through Trust Financial.

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Texas First Real Estate 1116 FM 109 New Ulm, TX 78950 (979) 992–3425 office

(979) 992–3427 fax

Rocking H Ranch

114± ACRES | AUSTIN COUNTY

The Rocking H Ranch is the finest ranch on the market in the most sought after location in Austin County. Charles Fordtran, a surveyor in the Earnst Grant of Stephen F. Austin’s colony, was given vast amounts of land of his choosing as payment. He selected this beautiful location as his home. And it’s no wonder why, as each sunrise makes one feel he is in the midst of the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The incomparable 1800’s home was completely restored using the highest level of construction and materials available and overlooks the majestic countryside of rolling hills and green meadows. A carriage house completes this awesome picture. The grounds and gardens are magnificent and accented by a swimming pool and porches for those special mornings. Spring-fed pond, wet weather creek and an abundance of wildlife. The ranch also includes a manager’s quarters, equipment barn, covered arena and roping arena. Rolling pastures and paddocks are perfect for your horse or cattle operation. Extremely private and quiet. This magnificent showcase ranch is just one hour west of Houston.

Lazy A Ranch

89± ACRES | FAYETTE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1983654 Very special ranch with late 1800’s designer restored home, ranch style guesthouse, party barn/patio area with spa, metal shop/barn with manager’s quarters, horse improvements and pipe fenced cutting/roping arena. Great cattle or horse ranch. Very private, convenient to Fayette Lake. Lots of extras and available with furniture and ranch equipment.

Close to Houston and Austin.

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Adkins and Associates, Broker Becky Adkins, Agent 816 Sunfish Street Lakeway, TX 78734 (512) 751–0533

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Driftwood Onion Creek Ranch 350± ACRES | HAYS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1754969

Gorgeous waterfront on coveted spring fed Onion Creek. Cypress lined and dammed up to provide continuous enjoyment even in drought periods. This part of Onion Creek hasn’t gone dry and has arguably one of the best swimming holes on the creek, It’s loaded with springs. Additionally there is private stocked 12-15 acre lake that was built in the 50’s. Its all you need for boating and fishing. A deep (1,000-foot well approximately 350 GPM) was drilled in the 50’s by the previous owner to insure constant lake levels, but even in the current drought it hasn’t been necessary to supplement the lake. This is big water! The location is unsurpassed and the ranch is in the vicinity of large conservation ranches, showplaces and vineyards as well as the famed Salt Lick Bar-B-Q restaurant. Improvements are comprised of a lovely custom built three-bedroom, three-bath ranch house that sleeps ten and a seven-stall MD horse barn with tack and dry storage, wash area and combined paddock outside each stall. A huge air conditioned (approximately 1,300 square-feet) game room is part of the barn area as well as additional restroom and laundry room. An outside fire pit and big covered porches bring the outside in. A three-bedroom, two-bath double wide Palm Harbor home that has been recently refurbished is conveniently situated nearby and provides a perfect caretaker’s cottage or overflow space for extra guests. There is a 900-foot 300 GPM well that serves the compound. The ranch is heavily treed with a combination of oaks, elms, spanish oaks, cedar and other native trees. Good cover for hunting remains and game includes, deer, turkey, doves, and hogs. There are dramatic elevation changes on the ranch and it feels much larger than 350 acres with breathtaking vistas. The ranch is very private even though it is close by to gracious amenities. This is the perfect commuter estate ranch or private showplace, vineyard, or investment perfectly situated just 30 minutes from downtown Austin, 25 minutes to ABIA or San Marcos airport which can support large private jets. The ranch is currently generating income as a five-star private vacation resort. Price: $9,950,000

Old Spicewood Ranch

98± ACRES | BLANCO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1749491 Quintessential Texas heritage ranch. Located just seven miles off of Hwy 71 West near Spicewood. The original settler’s “homeplace” redone for today’s family looking for the perfect weekend getaway or commuter home. Surrounded by showplaces and vineyards this 98± acres is the heart of a ranch established by original settlers to area. An impeccably remodeled 2,200 square-foot three-bedrom, two-bath main ranch home is shaded by massive oak trees and the views go on for miles in all directions. An antique split rail fence encases the yard and steps out back lead to a quaint remodeled 800 square-foot guesthouse. The cypress wood interiors in the homes were milled from trees on Cypress Creek which is just across the road. There is a three-bedroom, two-bath hunter’s cabin which has also been remodeled and is just a few yards from the main improvements. All three homes have metal roofs.

The crushed asphalt drive lined with stacked rock leads to the houses and metal barn, storage shed and equipment barn. There is a high-fenced garden between the main house and hunter’s cabin which is suitable for just about anything-anyone else thinking vineyard? The entire property has been cleared of cedar and is covered in age old oak trees, but there is still plenty of cover for deer, dove, turkeys and the heard of black buck antelope that roam the ranch. An old smokehouse that was the actual birthplace of the first settlers in Cypress Valley is located just behind the hunter’s cabin and lends true cred to this Historic property. There are three wells and two large storage tanks in addition there is a state of the art security systems in place. Good roads make getting around easy and there are great elevations and building sites all over the ranch.

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Will’s Ranch

1,531± ACRES | LA SALLE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1890184

Classic South Texas hunting ranch with first class amenities and accommodations. A total of six tanks and one lake provide plentiful water for fishing and for wildlife, one of which is situated at the headquarter and is stocked full of fish and kept full with a Carrizo well. A rock foreman’s house, a large bunkhouse, hot tub, outdoor shower, implement barn, grain silo, shooting range are all at the headquarter compound. Level to slightly rolling terrain with great brush. Hunter’s paradise!

Meyers Ranch

1,835± ACRES | DUVAL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2266986 Big deer, plentiful quail and a big beautiful lodge are what you will find on this South Texas gem. This ranch has big rolling terrain with excellent brush and large draws. The property has been intensively managed by the owner for seven years and the deer quality shows it. Two water wells and several tanks provide water. Grain storage, barn, cooler and a unique old ranch house are at the headquarter as well as a newly built five-bedroom lodge. There is no oil and gas production on this property.

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TJM Ranch 396± ACRES | WALLER COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2268002 This beautiful ranch-style home 50 miles from Houston sits on 396 rolling acres. Pastures, trees, duck and bass ponds, main house with seven bedrooms, guest quarters, guest house and two pools. A great place to live peacefully and/or entertain guests, while remaining close to the city. www.WallerCountyRanch.com. Price: $4,600,000

0 CR 723 86.67± ACRES | BRAZORIA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2055413 Approximately 1,856 linear feet of beachfront property on Bryan Beach in Freeport, Texas. Great for single property owner, investor, or developer. www.0CR723.com. Price: $3,100,000

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SELLING DREAMS BY THE ACRE.

Rancho Viejo 18,240± ACRES | PRESIDIO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2260412 This very private, remote West Texas ranch is not for the weak of heart. It is three hours west of Marfa by road and about 20 minutes by air. Rancho Viejo is a rugged, high desert mountain ranch ranging from low rolling greasewood country up to canyons and mountains around 5,000 feet. It is watered by strong natural springs and is adequately improved including a comfortable lodge and an airstrip. Game include high desert mule deer, aoudad sheep, and blue quail. Price: $13,500,000

Chip Cole, Ranch Broker | (325) 655–3555 | chipcole@verizon.net | www.ChipColeRanchBroker.com 14 East Beauregard Avenue | Suite 201 | San Angelo, Texas 76903 | view all properties: LandsofTexas.com/member/25563 220

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Ginger Turner/Broker | (432) 386–0457 | Ginger@MtnViewProperties.com

501 Angostura — Lajitas 1.49± ACRES | BREWSTER COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1949806 Located in Lajitas, this gorgeous home was custom built with a superior energy efficient design. The exterior walls are stone and stucco, 10 foot ceilings throughout, and custom wood vegas. There is amazing natural light with the high-end Pella wood casement windows and transoms. The home offers two bedrooms, two baths, office, two dining areas, living room, two stone fireplaces, and open kitchen. A casita includes another bedroom and bathroom.

The fountain in the center of the courtyard has a beautiful setting. The home comes fully furnished with contemporary western decor throughout. Price: $495,000

308 Santanta — Lajitas 1.67± ACRES | BREWSTER COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2059699

801 Boulder Ridge Loop — Terlingua 80± ACRES | BREWSTER COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1938934 Within the Christmas Mountains, lies this one-of-a-kind three-bedroom, two-bath Sante Festyle home on 80 acres, nestled against the red iron oxide rocks and among nature. The home is made with Rastra block and the studio and detached carport are made with papercrete.

The solar system is amazing with extensive battery power. Two water wells and 18,000 of water catchment storage produce an abundance of water. The wraparound porches overlook scenic vistas into Big Bend National Park and the Christmas Mountains. Price: $495,000

Ayres Ranch — Ruidosa, Texas

You’ll find unmatched quality in this 2,417-square-foot Spanish-style villa located in Lajitas on 1.67 acres. The home was built in 2000 with every room offering a panoramic view of the Lajitas mountains that surround the property.

Lajitas Resort and Golf Course is within walking distance and the greens can be seen from the back patio. The home offers three bedrooms, two baths, spacious kitchen, two-car garage, and two fireplaces. Price: $499,000

Ten Bits Ranch — Terlingua 175± ACRES | BREWSTER COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2059641 The Ten Bits Ranch is situated on 175 acres within the Chihuahuan Desert of far west Texas. Features a turn-key business with four western-themed guest rooms and residence with large dining hall and kitchen. The property is off-grid with solar power, water catchment system, and propane heat. It is close to Big Bend National Park, Study Butte, and Lajitas Golf Resort and offers dark skies for star gazers, rocks and fossils for rock collectors, and plenty of space to roam and hike. Views are unmatchable with mesas and valleys that stretch to the Rio Grande, the Chisos Mountains to the east, and the sierras of Mexico to the south. Price: $395,000

399± ACRES | PRESIDIO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2260646 Within the serenity of the Chihuahuan Mountains lies this oasis on nearly 400 acres. Very unique in design, this monolithic partial-subterranean dome overlooks a grand valley that stretches towards the Chinati Mountains and Eagle Peak. The home has over 4,000 square feet of living space plus the front enclosed patio that is wrapped in windows looking out on the many mountain ranges and valleys. The home was very well engineered and built with concrete and rebar and powered provided by solar panels and water provided by the windmill and 60,000 storage tank. Completely off-grid and a serene hideaway. Price: $899,000

www.MtnViewProperties.com 2100 West Highway 90 | Alpine, Texas 79830 view all properties: LandsofTexas.com/member/7920

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Andy Flack/Broker

andy@homelandprop.com | (936) 295–2500 1600 Normal Park | Huntsville, Texas 77340 view all properties: LandsofTexas.com/member/2626

Menard Creek

432± ACRES | LIBERTY COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2110737 Excellent access with major frontage. Wooded with native pine and hardwood. Great home or cabin sites. Great recreational tracts. A recent timber thinning harvest opens the terrain and density.

Price: $1,429,743

795 Acres in Tarkington

795± ACRES | LIBERTY COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2088266 Excellent site, shape, and location!

No floodplain. Great access/frontage. Great tree cover. Internal roads.

First-time offering. Sales are up! Tarkington Independent School District!

Division available. Price: $3,577,500

Trinity River Lodge 468± ACRES | WALKER COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2229539

This 468-acre tract is perfect for the hunter or fisherman! With over 8,000 feet of prime Trinity River water frontage, a custom built lodge/cabin, and cattle working pens, this tract will take care of all recreational needs! Excellent access to Trinity River. Scattered woods with native timber. Great recreational tract. Price: $2,110,050

Tarkington Bayou

421± ACRES | LIBERTY COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2121518

Excellent access with major frontage. Shape to your desire. Recreational, commercial, industrial, or development potential! Native cover including planted pine (east tract) and mixed pine and hardwoods. Recent timber thinning and harvest opens dense under-story. Price: $1,798,119

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CRIPPLE CREEK RANCH 186± ACRES | TRINITY COUNTY | TEXAS | PROPERTY ID: 2083660 186± acres with a 4,280 square foot home, large shop, hay barns, and separate horse pastures with attached stalls and separate loafing sheds. Exceptionally diverse and rich with East Texas beauty, the ranch offers improved hayfields, managed timber, great hunting, a large pond and seasonal creek. Price: $1,405,000. Contact Tyler Jacobs for more information at (979) 690-9933.

LUCKY STAR RANCH

6,459± ACRES IN THE KANSAS FLINT HILLS 6,459± ACRES | BUTLER COUNTY | KANSAS | PROPERTY ID: 2256085 Located 30 miles northeast of Wichita, this Flint Hills ranch is in excellent condition. All contiguous, four large watershed lakes, good fences, gently rolling open hills. Ready for the upcoming grazing season. Contact John Wildin for more information at (620) 662-0411

STAR LAKE RANCH

2,476± ACRES | WISE COUNTY | TEXAS | PROPERTY ID: 1650495

3,290± ACRES | TULSA COUNTY | OKLAHOMA | PROPERTY ID: 1188786

Unique 2,476±- contiguous acres located one hour from downtown Fort Worth. Working ranch with multifaceted recreational appeal. Tremendous wildlife. The property has infrastructure in place to accommodate a small or large scale equestrian facility. Spectacular residence in a private setting with frontage to Lake Bridgeport. Price: $10,900,000. Contact Monte Lyons for more information at (806) 438-0582

Designed as the most efficient purebred cattle facility in the US, the legendary Star Lake Ranch consists of 3,290± acres 16 miles north of Tulsa.

Improvements include a sale barn complete with arena and offices, 16 pastures, numerous paddocks, embryo transplant facility and excellent working pens. Price: $14,750,000. Contact John Wildin for more information at (620) 662-0411

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AGUA POQUITA WEST RANCH 2,173± ACRES | DUVAL COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2291763 Tightly held within the same family for generations, this unspoiled, unimproved South Texas gem is being offered for the first time in 80+ years of private ownership. Features good access with an exceptional road and sendero system and large neighbors. 16 miles northeast of Hebbronville. Surface estate only, no production. Price: $3,585,450

TDW RANCH 925± ACRES | KINNEY COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1766052 120 miles west of San Antonio and six miles southwest of Brackettville is where you’ll find this well-managed, turn-key hunters paradise. Rectangular in shape, low-fenced with large neighbors including a 7,000+ acre adjoiner to the north and west. 50/50 balance of South Texas brush and juicy oak covered bottom along a branch of Las Moras Creek that traverses the property creating ideal habitat. Price reduced to: $1,450,000

BLUESTEM RANCH GROUP / BROKER

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River Bend on Lake Austin 4.3± ACRES | TRAVIS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1367245 Casually elegant lakefront living in Austin on 4.3 acres features spacious design, exceptional craftsmanship and scenic beauty on Lake Austin.

Ideal for equestrians, water sports enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

A large horse barn with walkout stalls, a two-slip boathouse, and a fenced garden area are just some of the outdoor amenities that accompany this fine quality lodge-like home. Indulge your horses and dogs, enjoy your boats and entertain your guests in picturesque surroundings. Just 30 minutes from downtown Austin. River Bend on Lake Austin offers quality, comfort, privacy and convenience in one beautiful and tranquil setting. The home has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, office, and two living areas. www.1500Manana.com. Offered at: $5,100,000

REALTOR ® | BROKER GRI, CRS, CLHMS, CNE m: (512) 750–5599 o: (512) 452–5599 Lazan@TheKinneyCompany.com view all proper ties: Landsof Texas.com/member/100689

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Allison "AJ" Harwood Real Estate Broker and Attorney

www.AJsTexasRanches.com AJ@REMAX-Wimberley.com Hill Country Direct: (512) 847-SOLD Houston Direct: (713) 668-SOLD Thinking of Selling? Now is the Time… Call AJ Today!

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13764 S US Highway 83

1,844.22± ACRES | MENARD COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1559024 Ranch listing with over 1,800± acres in the Texas Hill Country, just minutes from IH 10 and Junction, Texas in Kimble and Menard Counties! An excellent ranch for hunting, recreation and cattle! Abundance of wildlife: whitetail deer, dove, wild turkey and native songbirds with occasional free range exotics! Land has gently rolling hills with views, cleared pastures, improved and native grasses and majestic live oaks! Historic ranch house, upstairs apartment with bath, hunter’s cabin, barns, pens and corrals! Ag. exempt! Minerals available! Two operational windmills, one with submersible pump, five dirt tanks - two supplied by windmills, all others surface water supplied, five concrete water tanks and eight water troughs! A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM THE SELLERS: “As fourth generation Texas ranchers, which we are almost an endangered species, we have been the land stewards of this ranch and we recognize the investment value of this land and the additional benefits of recreation and as a gathering place for family and friends. These are important components to a land investment. We have conserved this large tract of private land for producing food we eat and habitat for our wildlife with improved grasses and conservation. We look forward to passing along the stewardship of this ranch and for new owners to enjoy the wide-open spaces and the calm and serene surroundings. This ranch has everything a legacy ranch should have - good grass, rolling live oak, and whitetail deer and turkey hunting.” Call AJ for New Price! Check out the virtual tour at www.TourFactory.com/1082284

Shade Road

22.42± ACRES | HAYS COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 957210 Just minutes to downtown Wimberley sits a unique and rare live water property with approximately 300± feet of frontage on crystal clear, rock bottom, deep water, sought after Blanco River with sweeping and picturesque Hill Country views, river views, sunsets and midnight stargazing! Local Wimberley field rock was used for the steps and patios that were built along the existing contours of the bluff for a natural walkway to the river for swimming, fishing and kayaking! No deed restrictions!

Price: $1,200,000. Check out the virtual tour at www.TourFactory.com/702831

106 River Bluff

504 Rocky Springs

5.58± ACRES | HAYS COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 1990883

9.49± ACRES | HAYS COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2008702

New listing! Extravagent Hill Country estate on the Blanco River! Updated two-story four-bed, three-bath main house with spacious upper and lower decks with excellent views! Gourmet kitchen with granite counters, cherry cabinets, butler pantry with wine fridge and commercial grade gas range! Magnificent master suite!

Soaring ceilings and grand windows! Sun deck!

Hot tub! One-bed, one-bath separate guest house with separate hot tub! Also one-bed, one-bath efficiency garage apartment! Too many amenities to list! Exceptional opportunity!

Price: $1,390,000. Check out the virtual tour at www.TourFactory.com/1226503

New listing! Thoughtfully designed custom home with relaxing pool, 30x50 workshop and cascading waterfall feature on 9.49± acres with approximately 144-feet of Smith Creek frontage! Impressive kitchen with gas cooktop and built-in stainless appliances! Radiant granite center island! Grand screened-in outdoor living/dining space with hill counwtry views and fireplace! Master suite with shared walk-in shower and separate his/her vanity areas! Rain water collection system! Office/ media room! Storage space! Majestic live oaks!

Price: $1,100,000. Check out the virtual tour at www.TourFactory.com/1230702

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Recreational Getaway 1,065± ACRES | MONTAGUE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2267051 Now, here is the perfect recreational getaway! Beautiful property located in northern Montague County near Nocona Lake. Approximately 1,065 acres of rolling hills improved grass and lots of trees. Perfect for hunting fishing and just enjoying the great outdoors. Farmers Creek runs through this property which is the main creek that feeds into Nocona lake. Deer, ducks, hogs, bobcats and great fishing! The property is also improved with a three-bedroom, two-bath home, barns, cattle pens, equipment shed and two water wells. This property could be your home away from home, corporate retreat or your awesome hunting ranch.

Spectacular Hunting Ranch 803± ACRES | MONTAGUE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1780475 Spectacular hunting ranch in southern Montague County! This property has possibilities galore! For your recreational enjoyment there is Denton Creek that runs through the property, providing lots of cover for the deer, turkey, bobcats, hogs! Property is approximately 75 percent cover with big oak trees and oak brush (perfect deer habitat). There are three ponds, two water wells and a set of cattle pens located on the property. This property has been managed well in regards to the wildlife and agriculturally. Over 5,000 feet of FM road frontage and lots of roll with some long views makes this place truly a one of a kind! The property also lends its self to bigger water if someone has an eye for building a lake or big pond. Property can be divided. Price: $2,779,000

Prudy Bayer, Agent • prudybayer@gmail.com • (940) 727-9161 • PO Box 716, Muenster, TX 76252 view all properties: LandsofTexas.com/member/183683

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The End of The Road Mountain Ranch 1,000± ACRES | OURAY COUNTY | COLORADO The End of The Road Mountain Ranch is an exclusive scenic wildlife preserve with 1,000 acres located near Montrose, Colorado. It is home to one of the largest elk herds near the Billy Creek Wildlife Preserve as well as world class mule deer, turkeys, bear and grouse. The ranch has multiple spring-fed watering areas — with water rights dating back to the 1900’s — as well as two ponds stocked with trout and a fresh creek pond with wild native brown trout. Two log cabins with faculties provide unique living quarters. The ranch provides breathtaking panoramic views of Montrose, the Uncompahgre River Basin and the San Juans.

The ranch is well protected by large parcels as well as some extreme rugged BLM lands to the north and south. Multiple parks exist with large extensive mature timber tracts — of pine and aspen — which could provide substantial income as production facilitates improved wildlife habitat. Price: $5,400,000

Tate Rogers/Broker | (970) 729–2366 | Tate@TateRogers.com | www.PonderosaRE.com | 1-866-GO-VIEWS

Grace Ranch 120.65± ACRES | COLORADO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2268576 This ranch offers a 4,680-square-foot home with five bedrooms and four baths, a 1,640-squarefoot guest home with two bedrooms and one bath, and a 150 x 50 foot barndominium with living quarters and entertainment room. Behind the main home there is a luxurious pool, hot tub, patio, entertainment area and fire pit. The property has asphalt driveways throughout and an automatic gated entrance. There is a gazebo with a large fire pit grill and outdoor kitchen near the large pond. Price: $1,950,000 Gary Helmcamp / Broker | O: (979) 725–6006 | F: (979) 725–9424 | TriCountyRealty@cmaaccess.com | www.TriCountyRealEstate.com 228

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707 South Eagle | PO Box 123 | Weimar, Texas 78962 | View All Properties: LandsofTexas.com/member/4107

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FM 1624 FRONTAGE 403± ACRES | LEE COUNTY Beautifully maintained farmland centrally located between Austin and Houston in Lee County. Impeccable hay production with great returns. Lincoln and Lee County water, plus multiple tanks/ponds.

Improved open land with high-quality coastal grasses, perfect for continued hay production with income, horse or cattle grazing. House, two barns, horse walker and more. Water rights convey.

Christen S. Steen, Broker christen@TxRealEstatePeople.com

TXRealEstatePeople.com | (512)-589-1315 | 1601 E. Cesar Chavez #107, Austin, TX 78702

Beautiful Lampasas Home 708.03± ACRES | LAMPASAS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1973576 This property has everything: pastures, water, views, ag. exemption and close to town. A beautiful, custom, one-owner, 3,892-squarefoot home takes advantage of 40+ mile vistas from high elevations.

The main house is magnificent with great room, chefs kitchen, Texas-sized bedrooms and an attached casita with two bedrooms, kitchen and bath. Wide open spaces inside and out. Finished out large barn with cement floors and two vehicle entries; equipment barn; hunters cabin and well house. Native grasses support livestock in pastures of Spanish and live oaks, elm, pecans and cedar with minimal mesquite. Five tanks, two wells, and seasonal creeks supply water. Fenced and cross-fenced. Adjoining 240 acres available at land-only price making this ranch 948 acres. 45 minutes from Austin and two hours from San Antonio. Price: $3,500,000 www.NixRealtyCompany.com | Jeanie Travis/Agent | (210) 385–0182 | jtravis@nixrealtycompany.com | 120 West Olmos Drive, San Antonio, Texas 78212 view all properties: LandsOfTexas.com/member/204024

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www.Century21Patterson.com

RAINTREE RANCH 450± ACRES | RAINS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1500244 This ranch sells itself. A high-quality unique creation by a family who truly loved what they built.

Spectacular Southern-style three-story home, tucked privately away in the center of the ranch among huge oak and dogwood trees with a lovely landscaped yard. Spacious second story porch offers spectacular views. Improved grasses in all pastures with an ideal balance of pasture, timbered areas, and ample livestock water. Very productive sandy type soil with about seven miles of white pipe fence. Located an hour east of Dallas. Price: $5,495,000 Charlie Patterson/Broker | (903) 455–9414 | CPatterson@c21patt.com | view all properties: LandsofTexas.com/member/7941

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1712 CR 211

192.5± ACRES | COLORADO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2098378 This one is special — in the family since 1905! A family outing/hunting/ camping retreat. Rolling terrain, mix of woods, meadows, seasonal creeks; pond, live oaks, old hunting camp with well and elect, no septic, ag. exempt. Between Houston/San Antonio/Austin. Contact Betty Melton, Broker Associate, (979) 966-3088. $1,925,000. ILoveTheCountry.com 230

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1774 CR 121

98± ACRES | LEE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2096593 Located in Lee County, you will find this wooded 98± acres. It offers heavy woods and a four± acre pond. Great recreation property for hunting and fishing. There is a wildlife exemption in place. The home and guest cottage are furnished beautifully. All are included in the sale. Farm equipment included also. Contact Nadine Hufnall, Agent, at (979) 224-5956 or nhufnall.realtor@gmail.com. $825,000.

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EE Ranch

354± ACRES | MCLENNAN COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1938944 The Double EE Ranch Homestead is for sale! The hilltop masterpiece has amazing views, expansive rooms, and so many details! The 7,197 square-foot house built in 1990 features a four-car garage and extra parking for entertaining. There is a huge kitchen with a separate food-prep area. The dining area holds two round six-person tables. The living room is two stories tall with a cat-walk around the second story, loft area, and office space. There is a wet bar on the back side of the massive fireplace for entertaining. A prestigious office with custom wood work is just off of the living room. The master suite features his and her full bathrooms, amazing closet space, huge walk-in showers, built-in hooded salon hair dryer, cedar closet, sun room, wet bar, fireplace, sitting area, and so much more! The house features two bedrooms, three full-baths, and three half-baths but there is plenty of room within the existing structure to easily make this home a four-to-five bedroom house. Every detail was thought out when this house was built. There is also a two-bedroom, onebath guest house, cabana that would be perfect with a pool, and 6,000± building with attached garage that is currently used as a photo studio. There is one lake and four ponds on the property. Some of the property is fenced with high game fence and the other is barbed wire. It’s just minutes to Loop 340 on a paved road. Price: $2,000,000

Pam Tucker, Agent pamtucker@coldwellbanker.com

(254) 644-3759

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5 Star Country Properties Adkins & Associates Ahern Ranches Bill Johnson & Associates Bluestem Ranch Group Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty Burgher-Ray Ranch Sales Campbell Farm & Ranch Century 21 Patterson Agency Chip Cole, Ranch Broker Coldwell Banker Jim Stewart, Realtors David O Faust, Broker Davis Vernon Real Estate Dean & Wallace Real Estate Evans & Associates Real Estate FINDARANCH.com Foster Farm & Ranch Real Estate Fredericksburg Realty Frosty Miller Ranch Realty, Inc Hall and Hall Helm Land & Cattle / David Little Real Estate Heritage Texas Country Properties HomeLand Properties Hood Real Estate J. Gruber Properties Jacobs Properties Jim Berry Hill Country Ranch Sales Keller Williams Realty Luxury/Farm & Ranch King Land & Water Kinney Company Real Estate Kuper Ranch Sales Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty La Gloria Land Company Land And Ranch Company of Texas

206 217 72, 170 209 224 48, 138 48 200 230 220 231 169 203 186 82 214 174 196 207 223 212 230 222 10, 76, 86 194 211 182 184 176 225 112 205 155 227

Land InvesTex, LLC LandCap Advisors LANDTX Lockhart Real Estate Markham Realty Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty Mason Real Estate Meek Ranch Sales Mountain View Properties Nine Bar Land & Cattle Nix Realty Company Nixon Real Estate Phyllis Browning Company Ponderosa Real Estate Ranch Investments Ranch Marketing Associates RE/MAX Real Properties Reno Realty Group Republic Ranches Scott Land Company, LLC Simpson Ranches & Land LLC Southwest Land Associates, LLC Tejas Properties Texas First Real Estate Texas Heritage Brokers, Inc Texas Land & Ranch Company Texas Land Men Texas Ranch Brokers Texas Ranches For Sale The duPerier Texas Land Man Tri-County Realty, LLC TX Real Estate People LLC Vester Ranch Sales Western Hill Country Realty

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