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1,423Âą ACRES IN PALO PINTO COUNTY Brazos River Ranch is a special offering that combines the incredible fertile land of the Brazos River Valley with the breathtaking country of the Palo Pinto mountain ranges that so many have come to love. L E A R N M O R E O N P A G E 74
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BRAZOS RIVER RANCH
The Brazos River Ranch is a special offering that combines the incredible fertile land of the Brazos river valley with the breathtaking country of the Palo Pinto mountain ranges that so many have come to love. Located just minutes from Mineral Wells, Texas, and easily accessible from Interstate 20, this ranch is a true live-water showplace.
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MONOLITH RANCH
Monolith Ranch is located in southern Llano County, Texas, and is two gates down from Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, one of the state’s most visited parks. With stunning views, dramatic granite outcrops, over a mile of Crabapple Creek and a beautiful custom lodge overlooking a seven-acre lake, this ranch is one of the most unique ranches on the market today. (following page 48)
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TWO CREEKS RANCH
Two Creeks Ranch, 727.9± acres located just 30 minutes west of San Antonio in Medina County, is a memory-making, live-water destination designed to make family, friends or business associates feel right at home in natural Texas. This wingshooters paradise has been used as a corporate retreat to entertain up to 24 people per weekend, but it is equally suited as a private family getaway or a rental property. (following page 80)
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FEATURES
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SPOTLIGHT
WILDLIFE
DOS RIOS HUNTING PRESERVE
THE BUSINESS OF CONSERVATION
TRENDS
The Dos Rios Hunting Preserve is an incredible live water hunting and recreational paradise located along the banks of Pulliam Creek a few miles west/northwest of Barksdale, Texas.
67 SPOTLIGHT
BACK PORCH RANCH
Back Porch Ranch is situated in the Texas Hill Country, approximately two-and-a-half hours west of San Antonio or one hour east of Del Rio.
71 SPOTLIGHT
PENNINGTON CREEK RANCH
With live water, wildlife and easy access to Austin, Fredericksburg and the Highland Lakes, the 532± acre Pennington Creek Ranch, located 13 miles east of Llano in Llano County with Highway 29 frontage, puts you at the epicenter of premier Hill Country living.
Through his San Antonio-based company Wildlife Partners LLC, Brian Gilroy is in the business of non-native wildlife conservation.
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SMALL ACREAGE BIG IMPACT FOR WILDLIFE
Unique items curated especially for the discriminating land aficionado
28 LAND INSIDER
Tips, ideas and topics in the land industry
33 ASSOCIATIONS
Land-related organizations’ quarterly news
Small acreage landowners can still have a big impact for Texas wildlife.
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54 OWNING
Research economist Dr. Charles Gilliland’s report on Texas land markets
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
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Property entrances hold functional and aesthetic appeal for landowners. Gates are as much a part of Texas’ rural landscape as bluebonnets and wideopen spaces. But when it comes to design, tastes in the Lone Star State are as varied as the terrain.
MARKET REPORT
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PROPERTY GUIDE USE THIS GUIDE TO FIND YOUR PROPERTY!
COUNTY/CITY
ACRES
PAGE
COUNTY/CITY
ACRES
PAGE
ACRES
PAGE
10,900
211
Edwards
1,722
172
COUNTY/CITY
Anderson
520
115
Brewster
Archer
361
203
Brewster
23,482.5
217
Edwards
1,920
183
420,000
140
Edwards
2,330
92
1,744
221
Edwards
5,700
67
Archer
2,296
212
Brewster
Archer
4,476
212
Brown
Archer
4,624
129
Burnet
68
143
Ellis
1,123
156
530
120
Ellis
2,645
156 223
Archer
12,000
212
Burnet
Austin
33.47
112
Burnet
572
198
Erath
49.56
Bandera
0.5
208
Burnet
1,003
134
Erath
97.5
221
Bandera
25
208
Burnet
3,700
152
Erath
173
105
Bandera
60.844
185
Caldwell
550
171
Fayette
1,292.88
213
Fisher
1,961.04
213
Franklin
593
125
8,145.7
168
342
102
Bandera
130
180
Clay
Bandera
143
193
Clay
Bandera
187
175
Clay
2,812
158
Freestone
134.72
206
Bandera
220
181
Clay
3,401.5
213
Freestone
660
127
Bandera
480
149
Clay
4,972.54
213
Freestone
2,169
88
418
217
Frio
184
137
100
101
Frio
1,085
121
Bandera
500
149
Coleman
Bandera
616
145
Collin
Bandera
1,330
122
Comal
23
99
Frio
1,112
146
Bastrop
185.74
205
Comal
1,815
150
Frio
1,472
123
3,266
157
Comanche
96
223
Frio
1,548
170
398
221
Frio
8,195
117
159
Gillespie
10
195
Baylor Bell
10
153
Comanche
Bexar
91
165
Comanche
756
Blanco
79
195
Comanche
4,222
158
Gillespie
16
194
Blanco
603
123
Concho
5,473
202
Gillespie
27
195
Blanco
913
110
Concho
31,611
140
Gillespie
65
94
248
100
Gillespie
134
123
2,106
137
Gillespie
202
141
Bosque
335
107
Cooke
Bosque
890
204
Crockett
Bosque
1,724
204
Culberson
12,000
141
Gillespie
248
194
Bosque
2,974
158
Culberson
14,421
211
Gillespie
630
86
Bosque
5,980
157
Culberson
76,185
138
Gillespie
663
194
215
191
Gillespie
917
123
Bowie
123.6
130
Decatur
Bowie
215.07
130
Denton
42
219
Goliad
550
114
Bowie
320
129
Dimmit
3,015
119
Grayson
254
104
Bowie
2,100
222
Dimmit
8,195
117
Grimes
53
114
Brazoria
1,003
142
Donley
2,725.73
207
Grimes
388
90
1,196
119
Guadalupe
34
177
1,367.25
153
Guadalupe
97
177
Guadalupe
Brazoria
1,549
173
Duval
Brewster
492
211
Duval
Brewster
8,700
117
Eastland
24.3
207
Brewster
10,000
139
Edwards
936
63
Brewster
10,000
211
Edwards
1,500
188
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3,413
128
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ACRES
PAGE
Hamilton
214.39
126
Kerr
82.44
96
Mason
771
202
Hamilton
221.14
217
Kerr
92
174
Mason
4,008
132
Hamilton
320
217
Kerr
116
176
Matagorda
161
171
Haskell
2,120.25
169
Kerr
170
114
Maverick
766
172
Haskell
41,000
166
Kerr
214
174
Maverick
1,764
202
7.47
115
Kerr
260.47
192
Maverick
2,030
119
Kerr
305
180
Maverick
2,355
202
3,000
119
5,000
108
Hays
COUNTY/CITY
ACRES
PAGE
COUNTY/CITY
Hays
100
205
Hays
121.281
205
Kerr
366
174
Maverick
Hays
275
163
Kerr
552
178
Maverick
Hays
ACRES
PAGE
1,815
150
Kerr
584
123
McCulloch
31,611
140
Henderson
280
131
Kerr
902
147
McMullen
755
121
Henderson
295
160
Kerr
1,791
82
McMullen
Henderson
657
160
Kerr
1,000
172
Kimble
Hidalgo Hidalgo Hood Houston
1,571
133
177
171 173
2,708
147
Medina
18
137
Medina
317.6
9,713
111
Kimble
146
176
Medina
490
171
1,190.91
221
Kimble
399
193
Medina
720
121
Kimble
1,200
120
Medina
727.9
80
1,382
170
1,588
121
713
210
Hudspeth
2,963
143
Kimble
4,008
132
Medina
Hudspeth
47,700
139
King
4,644
122
Medina
Hudspeth
76,185
138
King
7,827.24
166
Menard
921
144
125
218
King
22,730.411
168
Menard
7,800
120
Kinney
307
214
Menard
31,611
140
505
154
3,600
169
Hunt Jackson
740
189
Jeff Davis
113,650
138
Kinney
1,689
134
Mills
Jim Hogg
4,944
113
Kinney
2,963
148
Mitchell
Jim Hogg
8,100
84
Kinney
3,999
202
Montague
379
105
Jim Wells
430.3
209
Kinney
5,700
67
Montague
458
103
Knox
18,000
214
Montgomery
12.8
162
22,730.411
168
Montgomery
35.31
165
170
155
Montgomery
82
165
Johnson
1,559
109
Jones
8,145.7
168
Knox
Jones
41,000
166
Lampasas
Karnes
66
164
Lavaca
965
219
Nacogdoches
183.014
128
Karnes
71
164
Liberty
1,476
210
Navarro
335
107
Karnes
Limestone
53.42
115
Nueces
0.25
177
150
179
197
178
117
164
Kaufman
30
169
Live Oak
413
189
Nueces
Kendall
19
195
Live Oak
1,462
112
Nueces
Kendall
57
208
Live Oak
3,016
189
Palo Pinto
209
106
Kendall
139
176
Llano
163
216
Palo Pinto
1,423
74
Llano
165
175
Palo Pinto
1,750
167
130
101
6,004
142
Kendall
142
135
Kendall
194
208
Llano
257
122
Parker
Kendall
310
179
Llano
260
120
Pecos
Kendall
400
148
Llano
460
154
Polk
490
210
Kendall
411
180
Llano
532
71
Presidio
9,580
139
Kendall
645
122
Llano
913
110
Presidio
Kendall
877
175
Llano
1,375
Kendall
1,100
122
Llano
1,578
78
136
Madison
13
Kerr
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138
48
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175
184
100
Real
190.037
188
206
Real
309
193
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COUNTY/CITY
ACRES
PAGE
Uvalde
1,140
216
Real
461
135
Uvalde
1,541
192
Uvalde
2,270
118
Val Verde
872.6
98
Real
628
187
Real
2,330
92
Real
4,365
192
Val Verde
1,119
137
849
146
Val Verde
8,459
141
Van Zandt
196
200
669
106
San Patricio
437.5
209
Waller
38
114
San Saba
1,573
103
Waller
967
215
Scurry
3,801.99
167
Webb
1,620
115
Scurry
8,320
202
Webb
8,988
118
3,189
173
Shackelford
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182
Rusk
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ACRES
Real
1,459.78
207
Wharton
Smith
289
104
Williamson
530
120
Smith
436
159
Williamson
654.47
205
Starr
510.6
170
Wood
24
159
Starr
8,100
84
Wood
387
102
Starr
9,713
111
Yantis
117
190
Stephens
610
221
Young
245.75
203
Stephens
1,921
220
Zavala
600
173
Stephenville
237
190
Zavala
880
172
Stonewall
855
202
Zavala
1,548
170
Stonewall
1,939.14
168
Zavala
4,298.99
186
Stonewall
2,120.25
169
Zavala
7,300
116
Stonewall
8,145.7
168
Zavala
8,195
117
Stonewall
14,500
124
Stonewall
41,000
166
Sutton
1,505
136
Sutton
2,006
193
Valley
Sutton
2,617
131
Terrell
6,500
Terrell
7,410
Terrell Terrell Texas
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STATE
ACRES
Idaho
80
PAGE
207
Claiborne
Louisiana
1,239
160
143
Richland
Louisiana
1,424
160
141
Geyser
Montana
30,974
196
9,700
144
Jackson
Montana
2,937
197
22,972
143
McAllister
Montana
38
197
4,720
113
McAllister
Montana
1,362
197
Throckmorton
328.2
203
Musselshell
Montana
12,467
207
Throckmorton
1,601.28
203
Keystone
Nebraska
28,750
196
Rio Arriba
New Mexico
46.31
167
Travis
30
145
Travis
97
181
Rio Arriba
New Mexico
17,072.12
166
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Travis
126.55
205
San Miguel
New Mexico
2,036
166
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Travis
131.89
60
San Miguel
New Mexico
7,060
167
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648
210
Union
New Mexico
740
169
920
168
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Uvalde
276
184
Jackson
Oklahoma
Uvalde
360
185
Love
Oklahoma
657
161
Uvalde
598
118
Klamath
Oregon
15,620
207
Uvalde
1,055
118
Weston
Wyoming
1,445
161
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Lee, Lee & Puckitt Associates Inc.
202
182
Lockhart Real Estate
186
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MCM Ranch Advisors
212
Campbell Farm & Ranch
203
Meek Ranch Sales
192
Capitol Ranch Real Estate
215
NextHome Neighbors
220
Carpenter Real Estate
211
Preferred Properties
223
Chas. S. Middleton and Son LLC
166
Ranch Investments
150
Coldwell Banker | Global Luxury
218
RE/MAX Lone Star
Compass | JB Ranch and Land Group
190
Republic Ranches LLC
63, 108
Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate | CountryConnection.com
200
Riley-McLean
60, 205
DBL Real Estate
206
Robbie Mayfield & Charles McKissick
DEN
216
Stillwaters Land Co.
Dullnig Ranch Sales
116
Stransky Properties
178
Foster Farm & Ranch Real Estate
170
Swan Land Company
196
Fredericksburg Realty
194
T2 Ranches
Gaines Organization
209
Tejas Properties
67, 214
HomeLand Properties
210
Texas LandMen
174
Hood Real Estate Inc.
80
217
198 48
219
Texas Ranches For Sale
132
208
The duPerier Texas Land Man
144
Keller Williams | Josh Ritchey
221
TT Ranch Group
156
Keller Williams Luxury International | Keller Williams Plano
222
Turner Country Properties
213
King Land & Water
138
Whitetail Properties Real Estate
La Gloria Land Co
189
Wildlife Land Co.
Land InvesTex, LLC
162
Wilks Ranch Brokers
Hunt Real Estate
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N THE MAGAZINE BUSINESS, we work ahead. I’m writing this Fall issue of the Publisher’s Letter on July 15.
Normally, my crystal ball is pretty clear. Sitting in my office in July, I usually can look to September and October with confidence, knowing that my kids will be back in school, dove season and the large shooting parties it inspires will be in full swing, and that, in Texas at least, Friday night lights will be shining brightly.
This, though, is 2020—and as of this date, 2020 has been anything but normal. In fact since mid-March, it’s been chaotically abnormal. Global pandemic. Check. Oil and gas carnage. Check. Stock market peaks, plummets and volatility. Check. Protests. Check. Riots. Check. Violence. Check. Anger and arguments—about everything. Check. And noise, so much deafening noise. Endless whispers, chatter and shouts. Rumors. Innuendo. Accusations. Counter claims. Self-righteous, self-justifying exclamations and condemnations. It’s just been too much of too much.
ld Ty Alexander & John Bloomfie kes sna tle rat as with two big South Tex
Just as biology dictates, our response tends to be fight or flight. Either we want to bow up and make our point or just run from the confrontation and plant our heads in the sand to drown out the noise.
I’d like to suggest a third option. It’s not particularly revolutionary. In fact, it’s downright simple. Engage. Do something nice for someone else. It doesn’t have to be a big gesture just something that puts a “them” before you. Mow an elderly neighbor’s grass. Bake a loaf of bread and leave it as a surprise. Send a thinking of you note. Or call someone who has been alone. Leave a gift card for groceries for a family that is struggling. Leave an extra big tip if you can. Remember socially distancing doesn’t mean socially isolated. Have a conversation where your goal is to learn something new. Read something that stretches your thinking and then share it with somebody else. Attend a Zoom conference and master a new skill. Get outside and take your family with you. Mother Nature’s silence and grandeur quiets the chatter. Enjoy some elbow room. Pay attention to the beauty that exists despite the chaos. (Of course, within our pages, you can find the best ranches that Texas has to offer, so you can stake your own claim on peace. Some things don’t change. Some things won’t change.) Wherever and however and with whomever, we have to find ways to connect. We humans, even the introverts and shy folks, are social animals and we need each other. I’ve already proven that I can’t predict the future because I certainly didn’t see 2020 coming, but I know this for certain. The future will be brighter if we’re in it together working side by side to make America better, to make Americans better and to raise one another up.
Unity is the way through this. Unity is the way forward. In fact, unity is our foundation as surely as freedom. United we stand, divided we fall. Let’s stand tall. Let’s stand forever. TOM ALEXANDER PUBLISHER TALEXANDER@LAND.COM
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CONTRIBUTORS
LORIE A. WOODWARD
DR. CHARLES GILLILAND
BRIAN GILROY
Lorie has worked as a writer and public relations practitioner exploring the intersection of agriculture, natural resources and public policy for almost 30 years. She is the president of Woodward Communications and co-owner of The Round Top Register, a regional magazine focused on life in the rolling bluebonnet hills of Central Texas where country meets city. Woodward was reared on a ranch near Lexington, Texas, but now makes her home in Brenham, Texas, with her two children, Kate and Will. Find out more→ RoundTop.com
Dr. Charles Gilliland grew up on a cattle ranch and graduated from Regis College in Denver, Colorado. He currently holds an appointment as a Research Economist with the Real Estate Center in the Mays School and an appointment as Adjunct Associate Professor of Agricultural Economics at Texas A&M University. In addition, Dr. Gilliland is a Helen and O.N. Mitchell Fellow of Real Estate and a Clinical Professor of Finance teaching real estate investment analysis for the Master of Real Estate program in the Mays School at Texas A&M University. Find out more→ RECenter.tamu.edu
Brian Gilroy is a Texas-raised entrepreneur. His passion for land, hunting and the outdoors led him to found Wildlife Partners. In his role as CEO of Wildlife Partners, he has worked with zoos, ranches and the AZA. Brian is a contributor to publications such as Safari Times, Safari Magazine, Deer Breeders Gazette and Hunters Horn. He has been featured in stories with National Geographic, San Antonio Business Journal, ABC News Nightline and KSAT 12. Brian is married to Cori Gilroy and they have three children, Ellie, Brock and Spencer. Find out more→ WildlifePartners.com
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TEXAS OLIVE RANCH
Due to the right combination of vision, knowledge, “tree whispering” and good old Texas primacy, Texas Olive Ranch is home to the largest crop of olives in the Southern United States. With their own natural grown olives, they make the finest extra virgin olive oils you can find anywhere because of their dedication to quality and doing things right. Located in Carrizo Springs, Texas, the sprawling Texas Olive Ranch boasts hundreds of acres and is home to more than 50,000 prosperous arbequina, arbosana and koroneiki olive trees. Grateful for the bounty that Texas land has given them, they believe in honoring it and putting what they reap back into the soil. Their olive oil is 100 percent GMO-free and grown with only natural methods, absolutely no chemicals or pesticides. TexasOliveRanch.com
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BENOIT BOWS AND WOODCRAFT
On the ground, Texas is a vast patchwork of natural and human landscapes—wide open spaces contrasting with sprawling cities; the watery worlds of rivers, lakes and coastlines giving way to the arid vistas of plains and deserts. From the air, though, Texas takes on a wholeness that unites the landscapes that people manufacture with the land that nature still sculpts. This is the Texas that Jay B. Sauceda portrays in A Mile above Texas, a book of stunning aerial photographs that document the entire perimeter of the state. BarnesandNoble.com
Benoit Bows and Woodcraft, located in Fredericksburg, Texas, specializes in handmade traditional longbows, recurves and custom wood products. Ryan Benoit started into woodworking at a young age and has since restored and built wooden boats and custom homes and is a graduate of the North Bennet Street School in Boston, Massachusetts. BenoitBowsandWoodcraft.com
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MOODY LEATHER CO. Moody's Leather Co. began with a simple desire to make hand-crafted, high-quality leather goods offered at honest and straight-forward prices. The work ethic they pride themselves in today began generations ago with artisan and founder Miles' grandparents, Moody and Thelma Taylor. They both served their country during World War II and continued to serve America by dedicating their lives to working for the government and raising cattle. After the war, many farmers and ranchers needed guidance, and Miles' grandad was there to lend his expertise and a helping hand. Intentional in their designs, meticulous in their work and obsessive over what makes it to their customers, Moody's still does business the same way they did—with a handshake guarantee. This leather sleeve fits over the handle of any standard cast iron skillet and works like a potholder to keep your hands from burning when cooking that delicious ribeye. MoodysLeatherCo.com
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DESERT DOOR TEXAS SOTOL
Made by hand in Driftwood from wild-harvested West Texas sotol plants, Desert Door Original Texas Sotol is a premium spirit that tastes unquestionably of the land. The sweet citrusy and herbal flavor is reminiscent of a desert gin crossed with a smooth sipping tequila. A premium, uniquely Texas spirit using only three ingredients: wild-harvested Texas sotol plants, purified water and organic yeast. DesertDoor.com
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Located in Georgetown, Texas, Leslie Webb Design creates high-quality, bespoke furniture so you can have exactly what you want for your home. Leslie sees furniture not only as solutions to everyday problems—Where do I sit? Where do I store this?— but also as objects whose beauty and grace enrich our daily lives—timeless pieces made for years of use. Elegant in its simplicity, this rocker is a contemporary twist on a classic. Sleek, clean lines are a study of juxtaposing angles and graceful arcs. Expertly crafted of solid hardwood and rattan caning, it's both comfortable and strong enough to last generations. LeslieWebbDesign.com
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Most portable speakers aren’t actually meant for the outdoors and can’t withstand the elements, and the ones that can aren’t loud enough to be heard. Realizing that this was a huge need among likeminded adventurers, Turtlebox set out to make the world’s loudest most rugged outdoor portable speaker. When you’re at the beach or on an ATV, you need sound to carry in order to hear it over the wind, waves and boat engines—you need a Turtlebox. Turtlebox is proud to be a Texas company. TurtleBoxAudio.com
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HILL COUNT Y RIFLES CARBON RIFLEMAN No other rifle combines the precision of the Defiance Rebel action, Proof Carbon Fiber barrel and Hill Country Rifles' proprietary Rifleman stock design in a lightweight carbon fiber shell. The Rebel action features a one-piece bolt construction with deep spiral flutes and very open “Sheep Hunter” loading and ejection port. The Rifleman stock features the best blend of grip shape, comb height and forearm dimensions of any long-range hunting stock on the market and weighs less than 28 ounces. All metal is coated in a tough Cerakote finish in the color of your choice. A customized, one-to-one aluminum pillar and glass bedding system is applied to the action. HillCountryRifles.com
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BARBECUE WIFE MARGARITA MIX
Inspired by the attention to detail and the “no corners cut” methods of preparation used in smoking Central Texas craft barbecue, Catherine Stiles created a line of unique craft cocktail mixers simply made better. Handcrafted in Austin, Texas, Barbecue Wife Margarita Mix uses a unique and simple process to create a "junk free" margarita mix. It's a blend of real lime Juice, NOT from concentrate, Texas Hill Country filtered water and hand-smoked Texas honey. They load up the smokers with local Texas Honey and smoke till mellowed just a bit for an all-natural organic sweetener. BarbecueWife.com
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HEARTWOOD TRADE OLE MAN LANDING NET Heart Wood Trade is the creation of Dustin Scott, an outdoor enthusiast who learned the art of fly fishing and woodwork from his late father. The craftsmanship shines with dovetail details and his signature contoured handles that ensure a true grip when landing your catch. Named after the YETI film series, My Old Man, this net comes in two sizes. A perfect fit for your kayak, canoe or boat. HeartWoodTrade.com
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HIGH SEAS BEEF JERK Y
High Seas specializes in jerky, but they also have a rotating supply of fresh-made hot sauces, pickled goods, jams, jellies, marinades and a wide assortment of other snacks and condiments. They use only the freshest ingredients and try to source locally when possible. They never add any artificial flavors or preservatives and take great pride in offering products with ingredients you can recognize and pronounce. Made in Texas. HighSeasJerky.com
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OBSERVING & EVALUATING WHITETAILS NEW UPDATED EDITION NOW AVAILABLE! Contained among the book’s 475+ stunning color photographs are sequences of numerous impressive bucks over multiple years showing their body and antler changes, providing a comprehensive overview of how to age and score white-tailed deer on the hoof. Dave also teamed up with noted whitetail authorities Dr. R. Larry Marchinton and Brian Murphy to provide cutting edge information on whitetail communication, sensory capabilities, aging after harvest, diseases and more. The New Updated Edition is a must-have resource in learning more about North America’s most popular big game animal! RichardsOutdoorPhotography.com
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ULTRASKIFF 360 WATERCRAFT
The Ultraskiff 360 Watercraft is the original, first and only patented, user friendly, portable design of a round boat. The Ultraskiff redefines balance and stability thanks to a proprietary design that inverts the outer deck into the hull, enabling a platform with one-of-a-kind 360-degree stability, comfort, safety, storage, mobility and versatility of seating options. Great for fishing, hunting, photography, eco touring, relaxing/tanning or even as a swim platform. Ultraskiff.com
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[INDUSTRY] New Name, Same Game A Texas native and entrepreneur, Tyler Thomas founded TT Ranch Group on the principals of treating each client as a top priority and each property as if it were their own. Backed by Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty, TT Ranch Group combines the industry’s best technology and marketing with innovative methods and proven expertise within the ranch real estate market. → TTRanchGroup.com
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[SELLING L AND] What Land Buyers Want When it comes to selling your land, knowing the ins and outs of your property is not enough to sell it. You need to know the questions land buyers are asking. When you know what they’re looking for and what they want to know, you’ll be able to present your property so that it checks all of the boxes for buyers. Read the top nine things land buyers want to know before buying land. → Land.com/Selling
Special Texas Land Market Update Real Estate Center Research Economist Dr. Charles Gilliland presented 2Q2020 Texas land data on Facebook Live, gleaning over 5,700 likes in one day. Stay informed and follow them on Facebook for special Texas land markets updates like this one. → Facebook.com/RECenterTX
[INDUSTRY] New Realtor in Coastal Bend Charles Howell, Charlie, is a proud Rockport, Texas, native and resident. After deciding he needed a change, he started his second career in real estate with Keller Williams Coastal Bend in Rockport. His personal promise is this: He'll ensure that you get honest, clear, open, stress-free communication throughout the entire buying or selling process and beyond. → CharlieHowell.KW.com
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BY DAVID YEATES, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Because of what early Fall represents, it is a favorite part of the year. It marks the beginning of so much that is important to us at TWA, most notably hunting season and school. Our education programs are again ramping up as the school year begins, and the Texas Youth Hunting Program is getting back into the field. All of our programs are designed to create awareness of the rich natural world around us here in Texas and the critical role that private landowners play in its diversity and continuation. We are looking forward to providing that connection to more Texans—young and old— this year. Of course, this Fall will look different than last, but we have been working hard to ensure our programs will continue at the highest level possible while addressing safety and health concerns. Each July, TWA holds its annual convention and this year was no different, even if WildLife 2020 was unlike any of its predecessors. This year we carved a new path to deliver seminars, engaging content, our famous auction, and even a live broadcast all online. We learned a lot and hope the membership enjoyed the offerings. It is impossible to quantify the amount of effort and generosity poured into and heaped onto this event. I cannot thank staff and volunteers enough for their hard work to make everything happen. We would have no convention without the generous support of our sponsors, auction donors, buyers, and participants. So, thanks to all of you as well. If you have not already seen the content, you can find everything at our dedicated convention website, Widlife2020.com. Please check it out. As always, we pulled together top shelf speakers to present at the Seventh Annual
Private Lands Summit and to deliver educational seminars on many different topics ranging from Texas horned lizards and renewable energy leases to wild game cooking. We hope these programs provide value to our members and once again prove that TWA will continue to pursue its mission regardless of headwinds. Along the way, we managed to raise a considerable amount of money to help bolster everything that TWA does for land, water, and wildlife. Again, the generosity of so many makes a difference for Texas wildlife. I especially want to thank the many elected officials who made time to participate in our virtual Convention. Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, Comptroller Glenn Hegar, Sen. Lois Kolkhorst, Sen. Charles Perry, Rep. Trent Ashby, Rep. John Cyrier, Rep. Barbara Gervin-Hawkins, Rep. Mary Gonzalez, Rep. Ryan Guillen, Rep. Kyle Kacal, Rep. Tracy King, Rep. Geanie Morrison, Rep. Dade Phelan, and Rep. Four Price all kindly sent in recorded comments of support and congratulations to the TWA membership for our 35th anniversary. It was an honor to have each participate in WildLife 2020. Texas is absolutely a better place because of their collective service. In the thick of all the chaos and despite the ever-moving goalposts of public health management in the pandemic, TWA got settled into its new headquarters in New Braunfels. We are excited to have a world-class facility where staff and volunteers can work, and where we can host workshops and meetings with partners and other likeminded organizations. If you find yourself in the area, please come to see us. If you are a TWA member, thank you for your support. If you are not a member, please consider joining the leading voice for wildlife in our great state. Happy hunting and stay safe!
TEXAS LAND BROKERS NETWORK BY DEE BRABHAM, PRESIDENT
TLBN Meetings Have Been a Challenge with COVID Needless to say, with the Governor’s crackdown on restaurants and other business being curtailed on occupancy, TLBN meetings have been impacted with concern for gatherings as well. It was hard to hold a productive meeting while also safe distancing. Things got back to normal in June as we were treated by sponsor Capital Farm Credit at the City Hall Café in Huntsville where speaker Wayne Pluger with Lone Star Forestry LLC discussed opportunities to help landowner clients meet their land management goals and objectives through proper forest, wildlife and land management techniques. In July, Home Land Title sponsored the meeting at the Kenney Store where Catherine Lee Clarke shared information about Opportunity Zones. She discussed that under new tax laws, investors can get tax breaks for investing in real estate and private operating
business in economically disadvantaged areas which have been designated as opportunity zones. It was surprising, actually, to see an area that you would not consider an “economically-disadvantaged” area but that was at one time and continues to be, even though it has been improved for years! The decision was recently made to hold off on hosting the annual skeet shoot. With the COVID situation and for the health of others, we decided to wait until next year to have the event when it can be bigger, better and when the environment is right. Hard to believe TLBN is celebrating its 7th year anniversary this month! A quick shout out to Chris George for all her work behind the scenes for keeping the website going, taking care of the membership, getting the meetings arranged and taking care of TLBN in general all these years. Thanks also to the Board of Directors. We appreciate all that you do!
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TEXAS LAND MARKETS STRUGGLING THROUGH THE PANDEMIC! Second Quarter 2020 STORY BY CHARLES E. GILLILAND, PH.D. RESEARCH ECONOMIST | REAL ESTATE CENTER | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
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HE COVID VIRUS ECONOMIC SHUTDOWN combined with plummeting oil prices enacted a toll on Texas land markets in the second quarter of 2020 according to preliminary results reported to the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University. Evidencing the negative impact of the shelter-in-place orders, the number of closed sales dropped 13.0 percent while prices barely inched up 2.0 percent over 2019 second quarter prices. The activity drop resulted in a -25.6 percent decline in the number of acres sold. That decline caused the total dollar volume to fall -24.1 percent to $1.1 billion down from $1.4 billion in the first quarter. Typical transaction size fell -2.5 percent to 1,306 acres pointing to a trend toward the sale of smaller properties. Overall, Texas statewide land markets posted encouraging results considering the negative forces battering the Texas and world economies. Results varied across the state with some regions posting starkly negative results while others reported more mild experiences. The Panhandle and South Plains saw prices retreat -5.8 percent while activity plunged -19.7 percent as measured by the number of transactions or -24.1 percent in total dollar volume. As oil-patch industrial buyers abandoned Far West Texas markets, the reported number of sales collapsed -62.0 percent with price falling -43.2 percent and dollar volume plunging -79.3 percent. Observers report a large inventory of property for sale in Far West Texas. Contrasting with these regions, West Texas and Northeast Texas markets saw increasing prices (+13.0 and 5.4 percent respectively). However, the two regions saw the number of sales change by -16.3 and +16.6 percent. Northeast Texas also saw dollar volume drop -17.0 percent while West Texas dollar volume actually expanded +4.5 percent. Prices grew in the Gulf Coast—Brazos Bottom (+3.9 percent), South Texas (+2.3 percent), and Austin—Waco— Hill Country (1.5 percent) with the number of transactions changing -8.8, -30.0, and 0.0 percent respectively. Total dollar volume changes were -7.8, -19.4, and -4.4 percent respectively. Although the numbers are preliminary, some of the deeply negative results are unlikely to become positive as the final reports reach the Center. The aenemic price growth and decidedly negative dollar volume result statewide points to a challenging market through the second quarter as transactions fell in many areas. The path forward remains clouded in murky uncertainty. Many had anticipated that the COVID19 pandemic would abate by Summer, leading to an expanded opening of the economy. However, the continuing surge in cases threatens to derail the nascent economic recovery. As we head into the Fall, quarantine-weary individuals look to the future with concern. The day of returning to “normal” appears to be receding further into the future. Despite these troubling trends, interest in rural properties appears to be increasing with brokers reporting a noticeable increase in phone calls and inquiries. A growing number of potential buyers appear to be motivated to escape cities with their political problems piled on the pandemic. Despite the challenges, the next quarter may see conditions improve in many rural land markets. ° FALL 2020
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23. Foster Farm and Ranch
Chad Foster Reported Sold Price: $3,900,000 1,900± Acres | Edwards County
24. United Country | Hill Country Pros Kim Hill Reported Sold Price: $3,900,000 727± Acres | Coryell County
25. Christie’s International
Real Estate - Ulterre Eric Walsh Reported Sold Price: $3,850,000 506± Acres | Ellis County
26. Stanford Real Estate
Stanley Stanford Reported Sold Price: $3,760,000 943.12± Acres | Coryell County
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27. Bubela & Associates, Inc.
Chip Bubela Reported Sold Price: $3,650,000 10.8± Acres | Fayette County
Republic Ranches, LLC Reported Sold Price: $20,000,000 298.57± Acres Nueces County
28. Republic Ranches, LLC
Reported Sold Price: $3,472,083 1,309± Acres | Live Oak County
2. Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s
9. Dullnig Ranches
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10. Navasota Realty
International Realty James Sammons III Reported Sold Price: $17,500,000 4,772± Acres | Jeff Davis County
Reported Sold Price: $10,253,250 3,255± Acres | Lampasas County
4. Republic Ranches, LLC
Reported Sold Price: $7,370,750 294.83± Acres | Nueces County
Kuper Sotheby’s Robert Dullnig, Director/Broker Assoc. Reported Sold Price: $5,623,730 2,254± Acres | Zavala County
Nancy Perry Reported Sold Price: $5,447,000 419± Acres | Grimes County
11. United Country Real Estate
1836 Realty Group Dustin Ray Reported Sold Price: $5,270,000 475± Acres | Kendall County
5. Dullnig Ranches
Kuper Sotheby’s Patrick McNamara Reported Sold Price: $7,016,749 655± Acres | Hays County
6. Lee, Lee & Puckitt
Ranch Sales and Appraisals Reported Sold Price: $6,971,875 11,155± Acres | Kent County
7. King Land & Water LLC
Tammy, James & Harrison King Reported Sold Price: $6,052,267 13,468± Acres | Pecos County
8. Dullnig Ranches
Kuper Sotheby’s Robert Dullnig, Director/Broker Assoc. Reported Sold Price: $5,873,872 1,676± Acres | Frio County
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12. Republic Ranches, LLC
Reported Sold Price: $5,250,000 750± Acres | Medina County
13. La Gloria Land Company
Matt Mann Reported Sold Price: $5,000,000 1,200± Acres | Live Oak County
14. Bachman Real Estate Group Blair Bachman Reported Sold Price: $4,900,000 19.81± Acres | Zavala County
15. Republic Ranches, LLC
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Reported Sold Price: $4,752,000 990± Acres | Bosque County
16. RE/MAX Bastrop Area
29. Vanderlaan & Coe Real Estate
17. Meek Ranch Sales
30. Beaux Cook and Associates LLC
Janis Penick Reported Sold Price: $4,695,000 557.12± Acres | Bastrop County
Tye Stephens Reported Sold Price: $4,600,000 224.5± Acres | Kerr County
18. TT Ranch Group
Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty Tyler Thomas Reported Sold Price: $4,509,000 711± Acres | Smith & Wood Counties
19. Whitetail Properties
Bob MacDougall & Gary McClure Reported Sold Price: $4,450,000 1,159.24± Acres | Montague County
20. RES-Real Estate Services &
Southwest Ranch & Farm Sales Charles B. McKissick & Jim Long Reported Sold Price: $4,326,500 940± Acres | Fannin County
21. Republic Ranches, LLC
Reported Sold Price: $3,985,140 1,323± Acres | Calhoun County
22. Ruple Properties
Reported Sold Price: $3,966,669 1,280± Acres | Bee County
Keller Williams Realty David Vanderlaan Reported Sold Price: $3,405,835 680.36± Acres | Denton County
Beaux Cook Reported Sold Price: $3,288,103 4,654± Acres | Edwards County
31. Dripping Springs Realty
Michael Waite Reported Sold Price: $3,262,500 869.84± Acres | San Saba County
32. Hortenstine Ranch Company, LLC Bret Polk Reported Sold Price: $3,250,000 460± Acres | Bosque County
33. Foster Farm and Ranch
Chad Foster Reported Sold Price: $3,250,000 1,200± Acres | Zavala County
34. Texas Ranch Sales, LLC
Matthew Franek Reported Sold Price: $3,230,000 234± Acres | Gillespie County
35. Whitetail Properties Real Estate Joey Bellington Reported Sold Price: $3,229,365 538.32± Acres | Burnet County
36. Texas Ranch Sales, LLC
52. Galm Real Estate, LLC
68. Hodde Real Estate Co
85. Stephens Ranch Hand Real Estate
53. Hortenstine Ranch Company, LLC
69. Team Juan Uribe
86. Clark Real Estate Group
54. Virdell Real Estate
70. Liveoak
87. Jim Berry Hill Country Ranch Sales
55. La Gloria Land Company
71. RE/MAX Landmark
88. Paulmetto Land & Cattle Co
40. Janna Brimer Realty
56. Team Juan Uribe
72. Lawrence Realty
89. Dullnig Ranches
41. Cobb Properties
57. Texas Ranch For Sale
73. Republic Ranches, LLC
90. Kuper Sotheby’s
42. Avant Ranch Sales
58. Mossy Oak Properties of Texas
Reported Sold Price: $3,076,000 361± Acres | Medina County
37. Chas. S. Middleton and Son Sam Middleton Reported Sold Price: $3,020,985 1,683± Acres | Callahan County
38. Bevers Real Estate
Bradley Bevers Reported Sold Price: $3,000,000 10.02± Acres | Washington County
39. Christie’s International
Real Estate - Ulterre Eric Walsh Reported Sold Price: $3,000,000 426.81± Acres | Palo Pinto County
Janna K Brimer Reported Sold Price: $2,999,900 348± Acres | Palo Pinto County
Stefanie Cobb & Tai Cobb-Klam Reported Sold Price: $2,900,000 430± Acres | Bosque County
Shane Greenville Reported Sold Price: $2,800,000 352± Acres | Medina County
43. Republic Ranches, LLC
Reported Sold Price: $2,774,250 1,233± Acres | Duval County
44. G5 Realty
Derrick Garnett Reported Sold Price: $2,750,000 33± Acres | Reeves County
45. Triangle Realty
JT and Jamie Haynes Reported Sold Price: $2,750,000 24± Acres | Potter County
46. Texas Home and Ranch
Greg Gonsoulin Reported Sold Price: $2,711,750 1,356± Acres | Kinney County
47. Jones Ranch Realty, LLC.
Jay Jones Reported Sold Price: $2,657,610 521.1± Acres | Mason County
48. Texas Heritage Brokers, Inc
Mark Connally, Broker, Carlos Klutts, Broker & Wallace Rogers, Agent Reported Sold Price: $2,650,000 525± Acres | Goliad County
49. Bluestem Ranch Group
John Lynd Reported Sold Price: $2,600,000 267± Acres | Fayette County
50. Texas Ranch Sales, LLC
Reported Sold Price: $2,600,000 282± Acres | Gillespie County
51. Texas Heritage Brokers, Inc
Mark Connally, Broker, Carlos Klutts, Broker & Wallace Rogers, Agent Reported Sold Price: $2,500,000 6.5± Acres | Guadalupe County
Harold Galm Reported Sold Price: $2,375,000 299.68± Acres | Medina County
Mark Rose Reported Sold Price: $2,300,000 425± Acres | Hopkins County
Kathy Beckham Reported Sold Price: $2,252,705 346.57± Acres | Llano County
Matt Mann Reported Sold Price: $2,200,200 424± Acres | Dewitt & Lavaca Counties
Juan Uribe Reported Sold Price: $2,200,000 135± Acres | El Paso County
Ken Hoerster Reported Sold Price: $2,175,000 53± Acres | Kendall County
Lampasas Division Rex Bumpus Reported Sold Price: $2,160,643 1,000± Acres | Mills County
59. Stphens Ranch Hand Real Estate Teresa Stephens Lee Reported Sold Price: $2,100,000 668± Acres | Mills County
60. Reata Ranch Realty, LLC
Michele Smith & Associates Reported Sold Price: $2,100,000 280± Acres | Blanco County
61. Chas S. Middleton
Sam Middleton Reported Sold Price: $2,087,197 2,108.28± Acres | Kent County
62. Republic Ranches, LLC
Reported Sold Price: $2,026,480 584± Acres | Calhoun County
63. No Fences Land Land Company Reported Sold Price: $2,025,000 300± Acres | Jack County
64. Holub Real Estate
Reported Sold Price: $2,000,000 104.06± Acres | Travis County
65. RE/MAX Landmark
Frank Roberts Land Team Frank Roberts Reported Sold Price: $2,000,000 994.6± Acres | Navarro County
66. Topper Real Estate
Tinlee Via Reported Sold Price: $2,000,000 200± Acres | Burnet County
67. Mark Hubbard Ranch Properties & Stransky Properties Mark Hubbard, Broker, Jared Capt, Broker Associate & Stephen Stransky Reported Sold Price: $1,953,913 225.88± Acres | Gillespie County
Randy Hodde Reported Sold Price: $1,907,448 132.24± Acres | Washington County
Juan Uribe Reported Sold Price: $1,900,000 30± Acres | El Paso County
Charles Chesshir Reported Sold Price: $1,900,000 505.87± Acres | Coleman County
Frank Roberts Land Team Frank Roberts Reported Sold Price: $1,850,000 117.86± Acres | Kaufman County
Nancy Lawrence Reported Sold Price: $1,825,000 188.8± Acres | Wood County
Reported Sold Price: $1,820,000 650± Acres | Jefferson County
74. Foster Farm and Ranch
Chad Foster Reported Sold Price: $1,810,500 710± Acres | Hidalgo County
75. RE/MAX Advanced Real Estate Reggie Hays Reported Sold Price: $1,800,000 601.87± Acres | Leon County
76. Texas Land/TexasLand.com
Josh Smith Reported Sold Price: $1,800,000 44.2± Acres | Montgomery County
77. Magnolia Realty
Haley Holden Reported Sold Price: $1,754,000 305± Acres | Bosque County
78. Stephens Ranch Hand Real Estate Teresa Stephens Lee Reported Sold Price: $1,740,000 580± Acres | Mills County
79. TX Real Estate People LLC
Christen S Steen Reported Sold Price: $1,725,000 48± Acres | Bastrop County
80. Capitol Ranch Real Estate, LLC Robert Bong Reported Sold Price: $1,725,000 250± Acres | Wise County
81. Republic Ranches, LLC
Reported Sold Price: $1,703,950 280± Acres | Limestone County
Teresa Stephens Lee Reported Sold Price: $1,662,500 575± Acres | Brown County
Brett Grier Reported Sold Price: $1,625,000 744± Acres | Eastland County
Reported Sold Price: $1,617,660 271± Acres | Burnet County
William “Billy” Paul Reported Sold Price: $1,600,000 225± Acres | San Patricio County
Kuper Sotheby’s Jordan Shipley Reported Sold Price: $1,600,000 251± Acres | Burnet County
International Realty Amy Dutton Reported Sold Price: $1,593,500 53± Acres | Kendall County
91. Brooks Real Estate
Brooks Land Gallery, Inc Reported Sold Price: $1,590,000 99± Acres | Erath County
92. AustinRealEstate.com
Tara West Reported Sold Price: $1,567,500 46.18± Acres | Llano County
93. Mathews Real Estate
Scott Foster Reported Sold Price: $1,550,000 110± Acres | San Augustine County
94. Pitcock Properties
Jarrod Pitcock Reported Sold Price: $1,550,000 573± Acres | Coke County
95. Brazos Land Company
Reported Sold Price: $1,550,000 32.77± Acres | Girmes County
96. Hodde Real Estate Co
Lois Shanks Reported Sold Price: $1,500,000 50.14± Acres | Waller County
97. Hodde Real Estate Co
Tammy Foreman Reported Sold Price: $1,495,000 44.16± Acres | Washington County
82. Texas Ranch Sales, LLC
98. Cunningham Real Estate
83. TexAg Real Estate Services, Inc.
99. Lawrence Realty
84. Ridge Tex Realty
100. Armstrong Properties
Reported Sold Price: $1,700,000 588± Acres | Concho County
Larry Kokel & Ron Leps Reported Sold Price: $1,697,831 358± Acres | Lee County
Dewayne Elston Reported Sold Price: $1,686,000 686± Acres | Eastland County
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Reported Sold Price: $1,494,548 412± Acres | Milam County
Nancy Lawrence Reported Sold Price: $1,473,688 614± Acres | Houston County
Jessica Armstrong, Broker Reported Sold Price: $1,461,680 336.15± Acres | Burleson County
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WILDLIFE PARTNERS LLC:
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HROUGH HIS SAN ANTONIO-BASED COMPANY WILDLIFE PARTNERS LLC, BRIAN GILROY IS IN THE BUSINESS OF NON-NATIVE WILDLIFE CONSERVATION.
“Wildlife Partners is an innovative wildlife conservation company,” said Gilroy, who lives in San Antonio and owns ranches in Kerr, Goliad and Frio counties. “Our business model marries the desire to do good for the world with economic incentives.” Beginning in 2016, Gilroy, who spent two decades in oil and gas financial services prior to opening Wildlife Partners, started offering access to more than 50 species of non-native or exotic wildlife. The species range from addax and axis deer to warthogs, waterbuck and white bearded wildebeest. “I’ve long been a student of taxation and through personal experience came to understand the taxrelated issues of the ranching industry,” Gilroy said. “That, combined with my experience in structuring deals and raising money for alternative investment, allowed me to approach the exotic wildlife industry in a way that it hadn’t been previously.” Under the umbrella of Wildlife Partners, landowners can purchase non-native wildlife for their ranches and non-landowners can invest in non-native wildlife and house it on one of the Wildlife Partners’ properties. In both cases, the investments are 100 percent tax-deductible in the first year. To date, Wildlife Partners has generated about $50 million in sales, $30 million of which is from non-landowners utilizing land owned by Wildlife Partners.
“After careful analysis, we were able to take what had been historically a ‘fly-by-the-seat-of-yourpants business’ and solve the problems of the marketplace and commerce chain while removing a lot of the risk,” Gilroy said. “Our model makes owning exotic wildlife a lot more fun and a lot more lucrative for everyone involved.” In addition to investment opportunities, Wildlife Partners offers trap-and-transport services as well as ranch consulting and construction services. Wildlife Partners also employs a fulltime veterinarian from Africa who specializes in exotic wildlife. In recent months, the company has developed an investment package that is available through select brokers specializing in alternative investments. Since its inception, in the midst of emerging COVID-19, the firm has raised several million dollars. “Day after day, we’re proving that effective wildlife conservation doesn’t have to be centered around donation-funded altruism,” said Gilroy, noting that Wildlife Partners is working with 400 private landowners in Texas and more than 50 conservation-minded investors throughout the U.S. “When doing the right thing for the planet is further enhanced by for-profit motives, people who might not otherwise participate in conservation join the fight to save species from extinction.”
History of Exotic Wildlife in Texas
Throughout history, owning non-native wildlife has signified status and power because it’s a rare and limited opportunity. About 3,500 years ago, kings and other rulers often created menageries
of exotic animals to showcase their wealth and dominance. “While circumstances have changed, human nature hasn’t,” Gilroy said. “In 2020, people with wealth and influence enjoy owning and conserving exotic wildlife. It’s a tangible symbol of their success, their commitment— and it’s just cool to be able to show family and friends beautiful, rare wildlife at home on their ranches.” Texas landowners began stocking their ranches with exotic wildlife in the 1960s. The majority of the animals came from zoos that bred the animals to perpetuate the species and found themselves with excess offspring and no room to house the surplus. “There were no clear channels of commerce nor a lot of guidance on how to manage the wildlife,” Gilroy said. “Despite that, the people who could afford it would just keep investing in exotic wildlife, much in the same way that some people keep putting money into wildcatting ventures or gambling trips to Las Vegas.” With the wide diversity of ecosystems between its borders, Texas can provide suitable habitat for animals from around the world. “The combination of our climate and vast holdings of private land where the animals can graze and reproduce make Texas a good destination for exotic wildlife,” Gilroy said. “Our state laws related to non-native wildlife are favorable; the animals are designated as livestock, which means they can be owned by private individuals just like cows or horses instead of being owned by the public as is the case with native wildlife.”
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As Gilroy began researching the exotic industry in Texas, he discovered two widely held misconceptions. First, most people, including lifelong Texans and hunters, wrongly believed that non-native wildlife in Texas existed here primarily as trophies for canned hunts.
“The limited numbers also mean that there is a limited supply of any given species available at any given time,” Gilroy said. “As zoos’ populations expand, they still only contribute a few thousand new animals, covering more than 100 species, each year.”
“Canned hunting operations represent a tiny sliver of the exotic wildlife industry in Texas,” Gilroy said. “Most people buy, own and manage exotic wildlife because they love the majesty of the species and enjoy having them be part of their ranching experience.”
Using greater kudu as an example, he noted that originally 30 head were imported into the United States. Today the American population numbers about 3,000. According to the African Wildlife Foundation, there are only 118,000 greater kudu remaining in the African wild.
Second, most people misunderstand the source of exotic wildlife. It, as explained earlier, consists primarily of excess animals from zoos, not direct importation from foreign countries. Importing wildlife from abroad is banned for several reasons including the transmission of diseases such as hoof-and-mouth disease. “The last major importation of foreign animals into the United States occurred in the 1990s when a small group was brought in from Africa,” Gilroy said. For most species, fewer than 30 individuals formed the original seedstock that was brought to America to populate its zoos. Inbreeding has precipitated genetic challenges for some species.
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From Personal to Business
After spending 20 years in the oil and gas financial services industry running his own investment firm, Gilroy was ready for a change of pace. “In 2012, I began buying exotic wildlife for myself,” Gilroy said. “I saw the potential tax benefits and soon bought a ranch.” Soon after, he “quit going to work and started spending every day at the ranch.” “I jumped in with both feet and began amassing industry data and exotic wildlife,” Gilroy said. “From the beginning, I approached exotic wildlife
as a business and not a hobby. On my ranch, I soon realized the gains from the power of appreciation in the wildlife’s value and the tax benefits.” When he got into the industry, it was a common practice for landowners who were selling their properties to include their herds of exotics with the ranches they sold without additional charge. Realizing that exotic wildlife were assets just like cattle, Gilroy began to create and claim the value of those assets. In 2014, he ran an ad in a ranch real estate magazine featuring a bongo antelope. The headline read: “Free Livestock.” The verbiage challenged: “You’d never leave cattle behind, why would you leave millions of dollars’ worth of exotics behind?” He educated his first target audience, landowners who were selling their properties. He taught them they could liquidate animals, but leave just enough to add appeal. He also expanded his inventory of wildlife as others liquidated their herds. After three years of enjoying financial success and personal satisfaction, Gilroy began working to build a business beyond his own fence lines.
“In 2016, I began the task of scaling Wildlife Partners, so it could be sustainable and possibly have a dramatic impact on the exotic wildlife business,” Gilroy said. As a rancher himself, he came to understand his initial customer base. They were people who had succeeded in their chosen careers, amassing disposable income that they invested in recreational ranches that they shared with family, friends and business associates. Many were hunters. All enjoyed wildlife and the satisfaction of conservation. “While these people are very successful, ranching is very expensive,” Gilroy said. “Everyone needs—or at least wants—the land to generate revenue to help pay for itself.” Knowing that many people were already interested in exotic wildlife, Gilroy began considering how to structure a deal that encouraged participants to invest $500,000 in an exotic wildlife purchase instead of $15,000 in a one-off purchase. Gilroy developed two offerings: one for people who own land and a second for people who don’t. The landowner package allows landowners to choose the exotic hoofstock they want from the Wildlife Partners’ inventory. The purchase comes with free consulting services, access to expert veterinary advice and all of the equipment and expertise necessary for capture and relocation of animals. The non-landowner package allows investors to purchase and own exotic wildlife that is housed on one of Gilroy’s ranches. The owners lease Gilroy’s property. Gilroy and his staff care for the animals and market their progeny. The owners and their guests can see the wildlife whenever they choose and play a role in the management. Each investment opportunity is offered in a $5 million block and averages 15 participants.
“For the landowners, Wildlife Partners makes it easier to own and manage exotic wildlife with less risk,” Gilroy said. “For the non-landowners, we’ve given them access to land and exotic wildlife without responsibility and with reduced risk, so they enjoy all of the benefits with none of the work or worry.” His approach resonated. In 2016, Gilroy ran his first “experimental” offering. Wildlife Partners raised its first $5 million in just a few weeks.
How (and Why) it Works
Both investment packages capture the tax advantage that exists because exotic wildlife are classified as livestock in Section 179 of the Federal Tax Code. As such, they are tax deductible as business equipment. On the depreciation schedule, breeding livestock, which includes breeding exotic wildlife, can be completely written off after the first year. Unlike other equipment such as farm trucks, the value of exotic wildlife is not reduced, so it maintains its full value without accruing tax. All of the labor, feed, equipment and other inputs necessary for the wildlife’s care is also considered a business expense and is tax deductible. By using a ranch to raise exotic wildlife, the operation becomes a tax-deductible revenue generator instead of a recreational property that is not allowed any deductions. When the progeny are sold, the income produced from those sales is taxed at 15 percent as a long-term capital gain, which is another substantial benefit. In application, according to Gilroy, the process works like this: “If I own a ranch in Texas and own greater kudu for instance, all of the expenses I accrue in taking care of my kudu—feed, labor, equipment, health care, etc.—is tax deductible. When I sell the offspring, I get the check.”
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If a non-landowning investor places $500,000 with Wildlife Partners, it essentially works the same way. “When investors entrust us with $500,000, they get a mix of exotic wildlife valued at about $320,000. The remaining $180,000 is a service fee paid to Wildlife Partners for feed, labor, equipment, medical care, land lease, etc. When the offspring is sold, the investor gets the proceeds from the sale.” Landowners within the Wildlife Partner network don’t have to worry about divesting their exotic wildlife if they ever decide to sell their ranch or get out of the exotic wildlife business. Wildlife Partners will purchase the wildlife. And if the landowners don’t have the manpower or expertise to capture and transport the animals Wildlife Partners will handle it for them. “We will purchase the animal for 70 percent of its retail value. Our margin is an average of about 30 percent,” Gilroy said. “If, in the rare instance, something happens to the animal during the capture or transport and it is injured or dies, Wildlife Partners will pay for it.” When it comes to the exotic wildlife industry, the forces of supply and demand are apparent. “The exotic wildlife population can’t increase faster than its rate of reproduction,” Gilroy said. Supplies are limited. For instance, there are about 3,000 sable antelope in the U.S. with each sex representing roughly half of the population. “In any given month, there are only 20–30 Sable females being sold with countless investors vying to acquire them,” Gilroy said. “Those who own, manage and conserve exotic wildlife are reluctant to sell them, so the supply is self-limiting.
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He continued, “Plus, the majority of use is non-consumptive. In fact, Mother Nature, through natural death loss, is the only consumer.” In many cases, the bidding for the limited supply of any given species becomes competitive as customers who are used to getting their way in the marketplace go head-to-head with one another in an effort to add to their personal herds. Between 2014 and 2020, Gilroy has seen prices climb. For instance, six years ago a sable antelope female cost $9,000, and today a sable antelope female costs $27,000. A dama gazelle female was valued at $3,500 then and $13,000 now. A bongo antelope female was $20,000 in 2014 and $45,000 today. In 2014, a female giraffe cost $50,000–$60,000, and today a female giraffe is valued at about $190,000. And demand continues to escalate. “By approaching the exotic wildlife industry as a business, I came to fully understand the powerful combination of the tax incentives, the appreciation rate and revenue generating capacity,” Gilroy said. “When it’s done correctly, it is almost impossible to lose money, which is a powerful financial incentive.” He continued, “On top of the economic opportunity, the model offers a chance for people to become active conservationists who are contributing to the survival of rare species and doing something completely unique and good for the planet. It’s worth bragging about. “By any definition, it’s a win.”
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For more information on Wildlife Partners, see WildlifePartners.com or call Brian Gilroy at (866) 377-3000. @Wildlifepartners
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1,375± Acres in Llano County
Monolith Ranch is located in southern Llano County, Texas, and is two gates down from Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, one of the state’s most visited parks. With stunning views, dramatic granite outcrops, over a mile of Crabapple Creek and a beautiful custom lodge overlooking a seven-acre lake, this ranch is one of the most unique ranches on the market today.
A large portion of the ranch is fertile sandy loam or a variety of it. The granite outcrops and areas around them are naturally shallow, rocky soil. The creek has bottomland-type fine sandy loam. There are several habitats that are conducive to supporting both a variety of plant life as well as animals. The ranch is approximately 90-percent high fenced with a short portion on the east side remaining low fenced. The owners report having seen sika deer, fallow, aoudad, hogs, turkey, whitetail deer, dove, ducks and various varmints common of the area.
Water The ranch has a little over a mile of both sides of Crabapple Creek. It would be best described as perennial live water. According to the seller, over the five years that he has owned the property to the best of his knowledge from his eyewitness observations, Crabapple Creek has continuously flowed (except during 2015). Broker has visited the property often between December 2019 and June 2020 and broker observed water flowing in the creek each time. The Texas Commission of Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is the regulatory authority for all surface water streams in Texas. They are a possible source for further information about the flow in Crabapple Creek. The Texas Water Development Board may also have information about the creek. The USGS Real Time water data site has flow data on many creeks in Texas but does not show a flow monitoring station covering Crabapple Creek nor apparently has any historical data available about the creek. Seller and broker make no representations as to the current or future condition or water level or flow of Crabapple Creek. A stunning sevenÂą acre lake sits just outside the back porch of the ranch house and is chock full of largemouth bass and sunfish. Another pond in the north portion of the ranch is approximately one-and-a-half acres. There are two water wells on the ranch, one that serves the house (according to drillers log, it is 25 gallons per minute) and is pumped to a storage tank near the home via an electric submersible pump. Another water well is in the northeast portion of the ranch (unknown flow rate) near an abandoned homesite that has been cleaned up (all that remains is a slab for possible future building).
Improvements The house is a custom designed, 4,990-square-foot (air-conditioned) industrial ranch-style home with an additional 2,700Âą square feet of non-air-conditioned space. Furman+Keil Architects designed the home, and the construction was performed by Dagleish Construction in 2009. The house is LEED Silver certified and oriented toward the southeast, not only to take in the surrounding views, but also to minimize solar heat gain and capture the abundant breezes from that direction. The design features reclaimed interior siding, passive ventilation and a HERS rating of 54. The main portion of the home has a master bedroom, roomy walk-in closet along with two additional bedrooms, each with their own full bathroom. This part of the home has a large open-air kitchen and dining area, living area, screened-in porch, office, utility, room, gunroom and grill. Walking a couple steps across the dog run, there is another section of the home that has two guest quarters. These are each made up of two bedrooms and a bathroom. The whole compound is made for entertaining and enjoying the surrounding scenery of this beautiful and majestic ranch. The improvements are first-class and serve their purpose very well.
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$13,700,000 Monolith Ranch is located 21 miles south of Llano, 25 miles north of Fredericksburg, 91 miles north of San Antonio and 93 miles northwest of Austin. The ranch is accessed off Ranch Road 965, known locally as Enchanted Rock Road. The topography of the ranch goes from 1,200 to 1,500 feet. From the high points, vistas of several miles can be had. Enjoy views of surrounding prominent area landmarks such as Enchanted Rock, Dutch Mountain, Watch Mountain, Graze Mountain, Cedar and Riley Mountains.
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STORY BY LORIE A. WOODWARD
At Texas Wildlife Association, ranch size doesn’t matter. Landowners and wildlife do. For more information about TWA, its programs and its membership, go to Texas-Wildlife.org.
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MALL ACREAGE LANDOWNERS CAN STILL HAVE A BIG IMPACT FOR TEXAS WILDLIFE. “As large ranches get smaller throughout Texas, the only way we can get anything done for wildlife on a landscape scale is to engage small acreage landowners alongside those with larger holdings,” said Tim Siegmund, Texas Parks and Wildlife Private Lands Program Leader who is based in College Station.
According to the American Farmland Trust, Texas is losing productive, open space land faster than any other state in the nation. Fragmentation, the breaking up of larger parcels into smaller ones, is occurring across the state, but is most evident along the I-35, I-45 and I-10 corridors. “Based on our own surveys and work done by the TAMU Natural Resources Institute, the driving force behind rural real estate sales is recreation not production agriculture,” said Siegmund, noting that wildlife was a component of recreation for many people. Generally, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department defines small acreage as holdings of 100 acres or less. The notable exception is the Trans Pecos, where the desert environment limits the land’s carrying capacity, so it takes more acreage to support the same number of animals; in Far West Texas, small acreage is 500 acres or less. “From the agency’s perspective, size doesn’t matter when it comes to technical guidance or cost-share programs,” Siegmund said. “All landowners receive our best information for managing their properties, and cost-share money is awarded on the merit of the project, not on the size of the acreage.”
Small Acreage vs. Large Acreage
While the actual land management techniques such as prescribed burns, mechanical brush control or individual plant treatments are applied to the land identically regardless of the amount of acreage involved, small acreage managers must contend with some unique challenges. By its nature, small acreage is more heavily influenced by its neighbors than larger tracts.
“Small acreage landowners can do everything exactly right, but may not see the desired results if their neighbors are not managing the resources in a similar manner,” Siegmund said. “For instance, your 100 acres of prime, restored quail habitat is not going to attract quail if it’s surrounded by 10,000 acres of poor habitat, or your 100 acres isn’t going to produce big bucks if your neighbors aren’t managing for mature deer in their harvest and good habitat on the land.” In areas with a preponderance of small acreage, TPWD personnel recommend that neighbors create wildlife cooperatives. “Wildlife cooperatives are groups of like-minded neighbors who get together, set goals, and all manage their properties to achieve those goals,” Siegmund said. “It creates habitat and shapes meaningful change at the landscape level.”
The groups, which usually meet twice a year, are self-governing. They work with a local TPWD biologist. Currently, there are more than 140 registered wildlife cooperatives in Texas. The highest concentration of wildlife cooperatives occurs in District 7, an area in the southern post oak savannah and coastal prairie ecoregion that stretches from Beaumont west to Bastrop and from Lockhart through Victoria to Refugio going south and up along the coast back to the Sabine River. “Cooperation is critical to conservation success in many parts of the state,” Siegmund said. “For instance, the agency needs about 10,000 acres of suitable habitat to conduct an Eastern turkey re-stocking project. In the eastern portion of the state, that’s usually a lot of individual landowners.” Land management on any scale costs money, but the expenses are borne differently on small acreage. “Obviously, a small tract of land requires a smaller quantity of any given service such as chemical brush treatment, but the cost per unit of service may be higher,” Siegmund said. For instance, owners of a 100-acre property may need to treat brush encroachment on their prairie land. In this example they may need to treat 50 acres with herbicide. Purchasing the herbicide in 2.5 gallon containers and paying a contractor to spray the 50 acres with a ground broadcast application will run about $50 per acre in this example. This equals a total of $2,500 for the project. A 10,000-acre property may be able to buy the herbicide at a bulk discount in 250 gallon totes with plans to treat 250 acres in one pasture. The bulk cost of the herbicide and the use of a helicopter for aerial application reduces application costs to $34 per acre. This saves the large project almost $16 per acre over the smaller project due to economies of scale. Total cost for the large project is $8,500. The larger project would be able to treat five times the acreage for brush encroachment and only spend 3.5 times as much money. Often times, small acreage landowners don’t own equipment, such as tractors, necessary for some land management techniques such as disking firebreaks for prescribed burning. As a result, there can be added expense as they have to hire service providers. In the case of prescribed burns, scheduling a service provider can add another variable to an already time and weather sensitive process due to their commitments with other customers, Siegmund said. In the land management tool box, some tools are better suited to different size properties. Using deer surveys as an example, Siegmund said it is generally more feasible to use camera surveys on small property because the number of cameras and the number of photographs that have to be analyzed is more manageable on a small scale in order to get an accurate count. Spotlight surveys work well for mid-sized and larger properties, while aerial surveys are best suited to large properties. FALL 2020
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Another difference due to scale is that small acreage landowners often have the ability to focus on a greater level of management detail across their properties. “People’s attention and actions can be micro-focused over 10 acres rather than 100 acres,” Siegmund said. “As acreage increases, the effort gets spread more thinly to where people spend less time and money on each acre as they go from 100 to 1,000 to 10,000 acres—it’s a function of scale.” Generally, small acreage landowners are primarily focused on wildlife and recreation, while many larger landowners are also managing and balancing agricultural production. For many small acreage landowners, their property represents a lifelong dream of owning a piece of Texas and they’ve financed their dream with outside income, so there is less pressure to make the land generate money. “Many small acreage landowners find themselves with an opportunity to live out what they’ve been dreaming about for so long, so they bring a great deal of excitement and enthusiasm to the process,” Siegmund said. “Most are eager to learn because they may have limited to no experience with the aspects of managing land.”
TPWD Cost-Share Programs The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department offers several cost-share programs to help private landowners improve the natural resources on the land in their care regardless of the holding size. The cost-share reimbursement is based on a set rate per acre for specific practices performed in the different ecoregions across the state. The programs, accessed through the local TPWD biologist or Private Lands staff at TPWD’s Austin headquarters include: GRASSLAND RESTORATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM (GRIP): provides direct payment funding for conducting approved grassland bird habitat improvement practices on private property in focus areas throughout Texas administered by various Joint Ventures focused on bird conservation. LANDOWNER INCENTIVE PROGRAM (LIP): designed to support good conservation practices that benefit healthy terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems with a focus on Federal Trust Species benefit. PASTURES FOR UPLAND BIRDS PROGRAM (PUB): provides cost-share incentives and technical guidance to private landowners to restore native grass and forb vegetation on pastures and hayfields dominated by exotic grasses such as Bermudagrass, bahiagrass, Johnson grass and Old World bluestems. For more information, go to the Private Lands page at TPWD.Texas.gov, contact your local TPWD biologist or call Tim Siegmund at (903) 426-1834.
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Managing the Dream
A lack of landowning experience isn’t a handicap unless people begin making major management decisions and implementing strategies without fully understanding the implications. For instance in some counties, it is possible to run a cow to three acres on fertilized improved pasture. If someone attempts to run a cow to three acres without the inputs on native rangeland and also wants wildlife habitat, the landscape and their habitat expectations could suffer quickly. “It is a lot easier to run down 100 acres in the short term than thousands of acres,” Siegmund said. “Education of possible impacts and proper management, on the front end, is important.” Landowners, regardless of experience level or acreage, have access to free, technical guidance information from several agencies including Texas Parks and Wildlife, Texas A&M University Texas AgriLife Extension and USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service. “Talk to one or talk to them all,” Siegmund said. “This is a free service available to you as a citizen of this state and nation.” By working with agency professionals, landowners can establish realistic goals and realistic timelines for achieving those goals. “The professionals will bring their own ideas of what is best suited to the land in the areas in which they work, but our job is to find out the landowner goals and what they hope to achieve and then establish realistic goals, management actions and timelines,” Siegmund said. For instance, Siegmund once worked with a landowner who had 75 acres that he hoped to restore to its pre-European settlement state in hopes of re-establishing a quail population. Siegmund had to explain that quail hadn’t been seen in that county in several decades and that they would not traverse all of the unsuitable habitat between the closest population and his 75 acres, no matter how beautifully restored it was. They also talked through the impossibility, proven through decades of failed attempts, of re-establishing populations using pen-raised birds. They, too, discussed the myriad of benefits to water quality, soil health, pollinators and other songbirds that could be accomplished, but if quail alone were the measure of success, the landowner may have been disappointed with the final outcome. “You don’t know what you don’t know until you start asking questions,” Siegmund said. “If the original goals and timelines are realistic, the chance for disillusionment and disappointment are greatly reduced—and the chance for success is greatly enhanced.” He continued, “When small landowners succeed, Texas is better for it.”
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TWA exists to represent the interests of Texas land stewards, the people who work on behalf of wildlife and its habitat, regardless of the size of their holdings. —DAVID BRIMAGER Director of Marketing and Partner Relations for TWA
Texas Nature Trackers: Making a Difference The opportunity to become a citizen scientist and “This app is an easy way to engage in nature that engaged conservationist is available to all Texans, exists right out the backdoor.” regardless of acreage or age, through Texas As a personal example, Hensley is using the Nature Trackers, a Texas Parks and Wildlife iNaturalist app to record the changing species in Department program. his Hill Country yard as he converts it from a St. “Texas Nature Trackers is a bridge between Augustine lawn to a native plant scape. Texans and the scientific community,” said Craig “So far, I’ve recorded and reported more than Hensley, Texas Nature Trackers Biologist. “Our 200 species just in my backyard,” he said. program is designed to connect Texans with His photos—and those of every other user—are the flora and fauna of the Lone Star State and curated by a small, select team of conservation the scientific community that is conducting and professionals and taxa expert, and the relevant keeping track of resource status.” data are sent to the Texas Natural Diversity The tool of choice is iNaturalist, a powerful Database. The database helps inform conservation smart phone application acquired by the California public policy at the state and national levels. Academy of Sciences in 2014 and jointly supported “While the focus in Texas is the 1,300 species by National Geographic; it is currently used by 2.8 of greatest conservation need, those species that million people worldwide. (Seek, a child-friendly are declining, rare, threatened or endangered, version for users 13 years and younger, is equally all data is useful,” Hensley said. “iNaturalist is a powerful, but does not require the user to create record that indicates this species was found here an account, thereby offering an extra level of in this moment in time.” security for young users.) For instance, a cardinal is an abundant bird “iNaturalist uses artificial intelligence to found throughout Texas in 2020. Photo (and almost immediately identify the plants, animals, sound) records help document its current birds and insects and other life forms that its presence and, over time, historic range. If those users photograph,” said Hensley, noting the records quit coming in from certain places, it application can also help identify sounds from signals scientists that there is a potential problem. birds, amphibians and sound-producing insects. “iNaturalist works the opposite direction, too,” “It raises everybody’s levels, whether you’re an Hensley said. “We’ve been able to document that amateur or a professional, as a naturalist by some species are more abundant than we thought.” about 10-fold.” Recently, the Texas Nature Trackers team has Knowledge provides engagement. been introducing the benefits of iNaturalist to “Knowing what we’re seeing is the first step in private landowners with holdings of all sizes who caring about what we’re seeing,” Hensley said. operate under a wildlife tax valuation.
“Landowners can use iNaturalist to create a complete, detailed inventory of the flora and fauna on their properties,” Hensley said. “Knowing what you have not only provides documentation for the appraisal district, but can inform solid conservation management decisions.” Knowing that privacy is a big concern, iNaturalist users have the option to block the location of their findings from public view. Only the select team of Texas Parks and Wildlife professionals and taxa experts who curate the data will see the location. “The observation is still valuable to conservationists while protecting the privacy of the location for the user,” Hensley said. Becoming a Texas Nature Tracker is simple: create an account, download the app and get outside. “iNaturalist is an equal opportunity app,” Hensley said. “Whether you’re an urbanite, a suburbanite, a landowner who is protecting the future of the environment through stewardship, a hunter, a fisherman, a nature photographer or a kid in a park, everyone can make a difference and be part of conserving Texas.” He continued, “If everyone bought into nature, the world—our collective future—would be much better.” For more information about Texas Nature Trackers, go to the Texas Parks and Wildlife website (TPWD.Texas.gov) and search for “Texas Nature Trackers” or contact Craig Hensley at (512) 547-9730 or Craig.Hensley@tpwd.texas.gov or Tania Homayoun at (512) 389-8253 or Tania.Homayoun@tpwd.texas.gov. FALL 2020
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FIRST IMPRESSIONS PROPERTY ENTRANCES HOLD FUNCTIONAL AND AESTHETIC APPEAL FOR LANDOWNERS
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ATES ARE AS MUCH A PART OF TEXAS’ RURAL LANDSCAPE AS BLUEBONNETS AND WIDE-OPEN SPACES. BUT WHEN IT COMES TO DESIGN, TASTES IN THE LONE STAR STATE ARE AS VARIED AS THE TERRAIN.
In the rocky Hill Country, entrances include a mix of stone, cedar and metal— the combination of which makes the entrance as dramatic or understated as the landowner desires. Arches rule the day in West Texas and the Panhandle. South Texas entrances often feature rugged native plants. And the farms, ranches and timberland of East Texas frequently boast brick columns and board or pipe fencing.
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“The geographical area typically dictates the type of a gate someone installs,” says Jeri Langehennig, senior relationship manager at Capital Farm Credit in Mason. “Kerrville and the Garner State Park areas are ranch country. So, there you’ll see gates with dried stack rock. Likely, you’ll want the gate to mirror the look and feel of the area.” FALL 2020
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With gates, you can pay as much or as little as you want. Property owners might spend $3,000 for a basic gate with an automatic opener. Others may spend $100,000 or more for custom masonry and metalwork. Culverts and other improvements add to the price.
There are several ways to finance an entrance. You can finance it with: • The land purchase • Improvements such as fencing and land clearing • An operating line of credit “Being able to spread the cost over a term is an advantage,” says Kenneth Hooper, senior vice president at Plains Land Bank’s branch office in Plainview. “You can have manageable debt rather than burning all of your liquidity making capital improvements.”
Design for Form and Function
Whether simple or ornate, gates provide security and give entrances personality. Many owners display how they use their property like a badge of honor. Gates and arches commonly feature metal silhouettes of livestock, cattle brands, tractors or wildlife.
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“The plasma cutter has made a huge difference in entrances. If you can dream it, they can cut it,” says Hooper. “Whether it’s Rancher Jones or Dr. Jones, the owners put their signature on a piece of land in some fashion to communicate with their workers and peers.”
Enhance with Technology
While the materials and designs vary from region to region, gates share a common duty: to keep animals in and unwanted visitors out. New technology makes it simpler. One way to enhance an entrance is to add an automatic gate opener. It can be hard-wired or solar-powered, and operated by remote or keypad. And you can customize your entrance with a variety of security features. There are even mobile-friendly options that allow you to observe and control your gate through an app. “Technology lets owners monitor who’s accessing the property and when by using different codes or taking pictures of people passing through,” says Jolene Curtis, chief operating officer for Texas Farm Credit, who is based in Brenham. “Land with oil and gas leases will have multiple people coming in and out, for example.”
Keep Safety in Mind
When you’re ready to build, make sure your entrance is designed with safety and practicality in
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Technology lets owners monitor who’s accessing the property and when by using different codes or taking pictures of people passing through.
mind. Most rural driveways adjoin high-speed roads. So, think about visibility and room to maneuver, brake and accelerate. “Practically speaking, engaging the transportation agency that maintains the road is important. And the sooner the better,” says Bill Eisele, a Texas A&M Transportation Institute senior research engineer. “They work with landowners and are knowledgeable about driveway safety and any driveway placement and design requirements.”
—JOLENE CURTIS Chief Operating Officer for Texas Farm Credit
Choose a Contractor Carefully
For a safe, functional and attractive entrance, choose the right business partner. • Look for a local contractor with the experience and equipment to make rural property improvements. • Get bids and warranties in writing, and make sure they’re in line for your area. • Check references. • Make sure the contractor obtains necessary permits and inspections.
“There can be a big price discrepancy between builders,” Curtis says. “My main recommendation is to get referrals, interview the contractors’ clients and look at some of their work.” Landowners can choose from an array of gate designs to reflect their style, operation and interests. Whether simple or ornate, gates provide security and give entrances personality. With financing and a reputable contractor, all you need to make your dramatic entrance is a little imagination. °
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Contact the appropriate state, county or municipal agency about driveway design, placement, rights of way and permits.
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THE SCISSORTAIL RANCH
Located in historic Fayette County, Texas, Scissortail Ranch is a stunning showcase of all the fine qualities desired in a dream gentleman’s ranch. Years of strategic land management efforts create an idyllic park-like setting throughout the entire property. Its beautiful rolling hills, managed fishing lakes, picturesque creek bottoms, expansive improved pastures and manicured hardwoods, gardens and fence lines create serene and spectacular vistas in every direction. As a state-of-the-art working cattle ranch and/or as a family’s leisure and legacy retreat, The Scissortail, with its conveniently accessible locale, complemented by its perfect pastoral setting and its uniquely spectacular qualities, make this property the ownership opportunity of a lifetime. PRESENTED BY WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE
PROPERTY ID→ 8062242
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BRUSHY CREEK RANCH
131.89-acre Brushy Creek Ranch is located just 25± miles northeast of Austin and seven± miles southeast of downtown Hutto in Travis County. Over 100 feet of elevation change from 630 in the front of the property afford long-distance views of the surrounding countryside and the 35-acre hay field on the property. The north boundary of the property is Brushy Creek with approximately 2,900 feet of frontage. Hutto ISD. Perfect for a gentleman’s ranch, primary residence or an escape from the city still close to home. The area has a variety of wellmaintained ranch land and acreage homesteads. This property benefits from proximity to services and yet feels very rural and secluded. PRESENTED BY RILEY-MCLEAN LAND
PROPERTY ID→ 8362699
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Dos Rios Hunting Preserve 936 ACRES IN BARKSDALE, TEXAS PRESENTED BY REPUBLIC RANCHES, LLC
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HE DOS RIOS HUNTING PRESERVE is an incredible live water hunting and recreational paradise located along the banks of Pulliam Creek (really a river, and also known as the middle prong of the Nueces River) a few miles west/northwest of Barksdale, Texas. This high-fenced ranch offers river frontage, a spring-fed creek, two stocked fishing lakes, diverse hunting for both native wildlife and exotic game, extremely usable and fertile bottomlands, awesome trees, forever views from the mountaintop gazebo, an excellent road system and comfortable improvements.
Location The entrance is off of County Road 24, about 3.25 miles from Barksdale, Texas. The property is about two hours and 20 minutes driving time from the San Antonio International Airport. Water Pulliam Creek makes up the ranch’s easterly boundary for about 1.25 miles with both deep holes and flowing rapids providing endless recreational opportunities. Spring Creek enters the ranch on its southern perimeter and travels through the ranch for about a half-mile with the lower reaches providing year-round flows and a beautiful small lake behind a concrete dam. There are also two constant-level stock ponds that provide exceptional fishing opportunities for kids and adults alike. These two ponds are kept full with nearby electric submersible wells, and both have fish feeders. A third small pond is being developed as well that is supplied by a solar well. There are four operational water wells: three with electric submersibles and one solar. There is an old windmill as well. Topography, Rangeland and Habitat This western Hill Country ranch is mostly bottomland with one major mountain in the northwest quadrant creating 400 feet of topographical relief that provides incredible views of the Nueces River Valley and surrounding hill country. The fertile bottomlands offer incredible trophy specimens of revered Texas native trees, including live oaks, native pecans, cedar elms, Spanish oaks and several of the most incredible mulberry trees we have ever seen. The bottomlands include several wet-weather creek drainages and elevation variations as the country transitions toward the river, adding to the diversity of the wildlife habitat. Juniper management, with both native and exotic wildlife in mind, has been in place on the ranch for years, allowing native rangelands to establish while at the same time maintaining significant cover acting as a wildlife sanctuary.
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Wildlife, Hunting and Fishing The ranch is high fenced except for the river frontage. The ranch is home to thriving populations of managed native white-tailed deer, turkey and varmints, plus exotics including scimitar-horned oryx, axis deer, blackbuck antelope, fallow deer, red deer, a few aoudad and feral hogs. In addition, this area of Texas is a known destination for birdwatchers! The ranch has eight blinds (not including multiple bow stands), eight corn feeders and eight protein feeders that will convey with the sale. The ranch participates in the Managed Land Deer Program under the conservation option allowing for a more tailored management program and extended seasons. During the 2019–2020 season, the ranch operated with approximately 70 deer tags total. There are two adjacent soft release pens for the healthy introduction of new hoofstock to the ranch as necessary. Improvements The river house is a three-bedroom, two-bath home located just above Pulliam Creek on the northeast portion of the ranch. This home has a carport, deck and nearby covered outdoor kitchen/bar with a fire-pit patio. On a bluff overlooking the river is a quaint gazebo for relaxing and enjoying the sounds of flowing water. About a quarter mile from the river house is the hunter’s cabin. The hunter’s cabin is a three-bedroom, two-bath cabin with its own fire pit and outdoor cooking area. This cabin also has a detached cantina with a bar, television and billiard table. High on the mountain in the northwest portion of the ranch is a gazebo and fire pit for enjoying a sundowner and watching the stars. Operationally, back toward the south boundary, is the foreman’s home, a relatively new doublewide in good condition. In this same area are several sheds, storage structures, the shop/barn and the cleaning shed with a walk-in cooler. Also in this area, overlooking Spring Creek, is a well-preserved, period log cabin awaiting its next purpose. Road Infrastructure The accessibility and usability of the ranch is greatly enhanced by an extensive and excellent road system that provides easy access to all areas of the ranch. °
936± ACRES IN EDWARDS COUNTY PROPERTY ID 8065338 • OFFERED AT $5,148,000
888-726-2481 • Info@RepublicRanches.com
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Back Porch Ranch 5,700 ACRES IN BRACKETTVILLE, TEXAS PRESENTED BY TEJAS PROPERTIES
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ACK PORCH RANCH is situated in the Texas Hill Country, approximately two-and-a-half hours west of San Antonio or one hour east of Del Rio. Starting with a blank slate, the current owners have spent the last 13 years transforming the property into what it is today, a first-class Texas hunting and recreational getaway. Opportunities to entertain are endless with the Back Porch at Elk Lodge, sitting in the saloon, the African palapa or on the skeet deck with your friends. With many miles of ranch roads and scenic views, you never tire of the beauty and wildlife. Land The ranch is comprised mostly of exceptional Texas Hill Country that has been sculpted and improved by the select removal of many acres of cedar, leaving a park-like setting on the rolling hills. Several species of oak are found plus elm, sycamore, mesquite, Texas persimmon and other species native to the area. Several wet weather creeks traverse the ranch, adding to the allure and holding water in pools which are a magnet to the game. Another feature of the ranch is Indian Mountain, at 2,118 feet, a prominent local landmark and the highest point in the area, which is visible for miles. Valleys and fields dot the landscape and are accessible by improved ranch roads throughout. A 4,000-foot paved and high-fenced runway has just been completed for your convenience. Adjoining ranches are like-size, with the eastern and southern neighbor being 50,000+ acres. Plus, the ranch comes with the first right of refusal on the adjoining 3,000 acres.
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Wildlife The wildlife on the ranch has been heavily managed since purchase. Driving through the ranch, you will see both native and exotic game which include whitetail, axis, black buck, spring buck, oryx, aoudad, fallow, dove and Rio Grande turkey. The Ranch has never been commercially hunted, and use has been limited to family, friends and hunts donated to several conservation groups. These include National Wild Turkey Federation, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Texas Wildlife Association and others. RMEF has auctioned off donated hunts to the ranch for world class Rio Grande Turkey for the last 10 years. The ranch is mostly high fenced with some small sections being strategically left low fenced. Improvements The improvements on Back Porch Ranch are so vast, it is hard to find a place to start. Owners Home: Incredible views abound from the recently remodeled, hill-top, rock construction home. It has three master suites and four baths, the main master suite featuring a copper tub and huge walk-in shower. Other features include a large kitchen, stone fireplace in the living room, wrap-around porches, multi-level deck with jacuzzi and large palapa carport. Elk Lodge: Rock-construction hunting lodge reminiscent of hunts gone by. Great room with stone fireplace and cathedral ceiling, nine bedrooms, four baths, commercial kitchen, media room, office and utility room. Covered porches, huge rock patio with firepit, grills and waterfall with flowing creek in a park-like setting. One step onto the relaxing back porch and you will see where this ranch got its name. Saloon: 10,000 square feet and newly constructed, the saloon has 12 individual, high-quality lockers for hunters, custom antique saloon bar with dual TVs, refrigeration, beer taps, storage, entertainment stage, 25-foot shuffleboard table, mesquite furniture, merchandise room that resembles an old jail and two restrooms. Commercial kitchen with two side-by-side refrigerators and a walk-in cooler. Trophy room with wine grotto and taxidermy from all over the world plus murals painted by award-winning artist Calvin Carter. Outside is landscaped with lantern-lined walkways which provide access to the Elk Lodge and African palapa. African Palapa: Stone fireplace and bar area with wet bar and refrigeration, completely furnished, overlooking a beautiful oak-covered creek bottom. Included in Sale Other improvements, ranch tools and equipment, including a manager’s home, hunters’ cabins and much more, are included in the sale. °
5,700 ACRES IN KINNEY & EDWARDS COUNTIES PROPERTY ID 7709855
830-563-9911 • 830-563-5334 • Tejas.Sales@sbcgloabal.net
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Pennington Creek Ranch 532 ACRES IN LLANO COUNTY, TEXAS PRESENTED BY WILDLIFE LAND CO.
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OCATED 13 MILES EAST OF LLANO in Llano County with frontage on Highway 29, the 532± acre Pennington Creek Ranch delivers live water, wildlife, turnkey
amenities and easy access to Austin (75 minutes), Fredericksburg (45 minutes) and the Highland Lakes (less than 15 minutes).
The Llano River courses along Pennington Creek
Ranch’s southern border under the dappled shade of legacy oaks and pecans. Pennington
Creek, with a spring at its lower end, never goes completely dry.
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There are three wells on the ranch: one with a flow of about 20–25 GPM that feeds the two-acre lake stocked with bass located near the main lodge; another (5–6 GPM) that supplies the house; and a back-up for the house that flows at about 2–3 GPM. There are two additional stock ponds, one that offers fishing. The diverse landscape includes flat pasturelands and gently rolling hills cut through with draws and creeks. Elevated points throughout provide stunning views. The selectively cleared native habitat includes a wide variety of oaks and native browse plants. Wildflowers abound in the spring. The ranch, low-fenced on three sides, is home to white-tailed deer that have been managed under TPWD’s Harvest Program, feral hogs, turkeys, dove, ducks, some bobwhite quail and non-game species. Fredericksburg’s renowned builders, Timber and Stone, crafted the 2,894± square-foot main lodge using its signature reclaimed wood with native stone accents. The home boasts two bedrooms, four baths, a high-end custom kitchen, a great room with towering fireplace and a sleeping loft. Three pine cabins, situated within an easy walk of the main lodge, give family and friends the best of accessibility and privacy. The cabins, finished with the same high-quality appointments and fin-ishes as the lodge, come in three configurations: one-bedroom/one-bath/kitchen; two-bedroom/two-baths; and one-bedroom bunkhouse/two-baths. All of the accommodations were professionally decorated. An outdoor gathering area complete with an expansive grill, covered seating with dining table and outdoor lighting rounds out the compound. °
532± ACRES IN LLANO COUNTY PROPERTY ID 8385909 • OFFERED AT $6,750,000
James Preston • 325-656-1208 • James@WildlifeLandCo.com
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HE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN premier Brazos River frontage is becoming increasingly rare, but the chance to own over 2.75 miles of frontage on the pristine banks of the Brazos River land in Palo Pinto County is something that must be recognized for its uniqueness. The Brazos River Ranch is a special offering that combines the incredible fertile land of the Brazos river valley with the breathtaking country of the Palo Pinto mountain ranges that so many have come to love. Located just minutes from Mineral Wells, Texas, and easily accessible from Interstate 20, this ranch is a true live-water showplace.
Location
The Brazos River Ranch is located on Pleasant Valley Road, one hour and 45 minutes from Dallas and one hour and 15 minutes from Fort Worth. The property has frontage on both sides of Pleasant Valley Road and across from the eastern end of Village Bend just south of Mineral Wells and Oaks Crossing.
Land
The ranch is 1,423Âą acres per a survey completed in 2008Âą. Seeing as the property has a large amount of river frontage, the total acreage is subject to change depending on the level and flow of the river at that specific time. The ranch features an excellent mixture of improved pasture and native pasture, a heavily wooded area consisting of various oaks, elms, cedar and some mesquite, as well as some rockier high ground on Barber Mountain. There is a wide variety of soil types on the ranch, however the majority of the soils are variations of some type of sandy loam. The property is currently being used for agricultural and recreational purposes; the sellers are currently running cattle on the ranch. There is an agricultural exemption in place on the property.
Improvements
The property has perimeter fencing and cross fencing. There are two residences on the property. The main residence is an old rock house that has been completely remodeled featuring three bedrooms with beautiful views over the pastures and stock tanks. Near the main house are two barns that are primarily used for livestock, tractor and implement storage. There is a set of working pens on the property located next to the barns. Several traps and stalls are attached to the pens and barns as well. All of the improvements have water to them.
Water
The water on this property is exceptional. The most impressive water feature on the property is the 2.75+ miles of frontage on the banks of the Brazos River. Some of the frontage is a high bank and some of the property is low bank with easy access to the beachfront along the river. There are a total of 11 stock tanks or ponds on the south side of the property (south side of Pleasant Valley Road) and four stock tanks or ponds on the north side of Pleasant Valley Road. In addition to the stock tanks, there are three larger ponds or lakes on the property varying in size from approximately 1.85 acres, two acres and 6.3 acres. There are several small tributary draws that flow toward the Brazos River along the banks. In addition to the surface water and frontage on the river, Palo Pinto WSC services the area and has a water line running from Pleasant Valley Road to the main residence. The property also features two water wells.
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The Brazos River Ranch must be recognized for its uniqueness—it is a true live-water showplace. —BURGHER RAY RANCH GROUP
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Terrain & Topography
The elevation on the property ranges from 1,097± feet above sea level at the highest point of the property on the north side of Pleasant Valley Road, located on a named mountain known as Barber Mountain, to the lowest point of the property at 781± feet above sea level on the southern border of the property along the banks of the Brazos.
Recreation & Hunting
Recreational opportunities are abundant through the property. Hunting on the ranch includes whitetail deer, feral hogs, dove, duck and turkey. Great fishing can be had in any of the stock tanks as well as along the banks of the Brazos River.
Minerals
There is some oil and gas production on the property. Contact listing broker for more detailed information on the minerals.
$9,495,000
This ranch is being offered for sale and is exclusively listed by Harlan Ray and David Burgher of Briggs Freeman Sothebys International Realty. Buyers Broker must be identified on first contact and must accompany buying prospect on first showing to be allowed full fee participation. If the condition is not met, fee participation will be at sole discretion of the Listing Broker. Prospects may be required to provide proof of funds prior to scheduling a showing.
HARLAN RAY (214) 908-7770 • HRAY@BRIGGSFREEMAN.COM
DAVID BURGHER (214) 213-8715 • DBURGHER@BRIGGSFREEMAN.COM
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Two Creeks RANCH
home. Two Creeks Ranch, 727.9Âą acres located just 30 minutes west
of San Antonio in Medina County, is a memory-making, livewater destination designed to make family, friends or business associates feel right at home in natural Texas.
727.9 acres medina county $13,500,000 | property# 8335380
superlative. Nestled in an ecological transition zone, Two Creeks offers the beautiful live water and legacy
oaks and native pecans of the Hill Country and the varied brush and bull mesquite that marks superlative wildlife habitat in South Texas.
Year-round Verde Creek runs through the ranch for about one-half mile on the east, providing
private access to both banks. Hondo Creek runs along the south border for more than half a mile. The seven-acre lake, stocked with bass for angling fun, is also a prized swimming hole. Two Creeks Ranch has four water wells: one is an Edwards Aquifer irrigation well; one is a highflow domestic well that can support irrigation; and the other two are domestic wells. Rights to 60 acre-feet of Edwards Aquifer water transfers with sale of the ranch.
Two center pivots cover between 50 and 60 acres each, currently producing horse-quality hay and sunflowers; the crops could be easily switched.
Two Creeks has been managed primarily for doves, but whitetail deer, feral hogs, free-ranging exotics and many non-game species call the low-fenced ranch home.
Guests can sharpen their shooting skills at the five-stand skeet range outfitted with six movable trap houses and then congregate at the 945Âą square-foot Gun Room with a wet bar and gun lockers. A nearby 1,850Âą square-foot covered porch area allows the party to move outside.
Two Creeks RANCH
lifestyle. Two identical 3,130± square-foot dogtrot lodges crafted from reclaimed barnwood serve as the main compound’s focal point. Each lodge sleeps up to 12 people and features spacious front and back porches. The downstairs encompasses 2,072± square feet and includes four bedrooms with private baths. The upstairs features two king suites with private baths.
A short walk brings guests to the well-designed 11,600± square-foot Party Barn that puts entertainment—ranging from a
wet bar to video games—dining, storage and work space under one roof. The dining hall with a mesquite-topped bar and the
custom chef ’s commercial kitchen encompass about 2,000 square feet and can accommodate up to 50 guests for special events. The Party Barn also has a 3,000± square-foot covered porch with large outdoor fans, a fire pit, an outdoor bar and more. An outdoor pass-through transitions into a 3,600± square-foot work barn with a gym and loft storage area. In addition,
there are three small apartments with private baths, ranging from 180± square feet to 430± square feet. The main compound includes a conveniently located 800± square-foot Laundry Building.
Two Creeks’ second compound, with two homes and a large storage barn, is just a short drive to the west over improved ranch roads. The newly renovated, two-story, two-bedroom, three-bath Casa Verde House encompasses 2,000± square feet with the bonus of a wrap-around porch. The nearby three-bedroom, two-bath Ranchero House with a front porch and screened porch includes a kitchen, office, laundry room, covered carport and detached game room.
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This wing-shooters paradise has been used as a corporate retreat to entertain up to 24 people per weekend, but it is equally suited as a private family getaway or a rental property. The ranch can also generate income from wildlife and agriculture, including a 500-tree irrigated pecan orchard.
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Comanche Rock Ranch
630 ACRES IN GILLESPIE COUNTY $11,250,000
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JEFFREY C. HOOD
CONNER W. HOOD
HOWARD W. HOOD
1,791 Acres
high-style ranch living. Kerr County
Super A Ranch 1,791 Acres — $30,447,000 Property# 5020319 The 1,791¹ acre Super A Ranch, the largest live water ranch for sale in Kerr County, is located just 10 miles southwest of Kerrville, providing high-style ranch living with easy access. Crystalline water, cypress-lined creek banks and groves of pecan and walnut trees, with hidden clearings that have been maintained in a beautiful park-like condition, bedeck the landscape. The land includes both spectacular hills and open pastures; all easily accessible by good ranch roads. Numerous springs eventually flow into Turtle Creek. Several impoundments, including one five-acre lake stocked with bass, deliver abundant surface water as well as recreational opportunities. Two working windmills offer additional water.
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The high-fenced ranch is home to native white-tailed deer that have been improved by genetic introduction and selective harvest, turkeys, elk, fallow deer, axis deer, sika deer, blackbuck antelope and aoudad sheep. The main house’s expansive, elevated cherrywood deck provides a seamless transition between outdoors and indoors living. The threebedroom, three-and-a-half-bath house is refined and welcoming. A spring-fed swimming pool and waterfall, known as The Grotto, is the perfect gathering place. A state-of-the-art outdoors kitchen as well as a large outdoor fireplace and a fire pit set the stage for entertaining. In addition, a three-bedroom, two-bath guest house with a large dining area and great room gives friends and extended family their privacy. Water wells with submersible pumps supply the main and guest houses. A large detached game room offers indoor fun as well as additional accommodations. The wildlife infrastructure includes eight deer blinds, eight corn feeders and six protein feeders, which will convey with the sale, and a processing shed with both a walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. There are also two equipment barns (40’x130’ and 25’x100’), a horse barn with stalls and livestock pens.
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camaraderie & privacy.
Jim Hogg & Starr Counties With its combination of rugged South Texas brush and grassland savannahs, the Rancho Estrella, located 42 miles southwest of Hebbronville, is like two ranches in one. Encompassing approximately 8,100 acres in Jim Hogg and Starr Counties, the ranch provides incredible hunting and superlative privacy for its owners and their guests. Water for wildlife and livestock is plentiful. The Rancho Estrella has nine water wells, two of which are run on solar pumps and the remainder on electric submersible pumps. There are also four stock tanks, three of which are supplemented by water from the wells; the other relies on rainwater. Plus, there are more than 30 wildlife waterers scattered throughout the property. Managed for wildlife for almost three decades, the Rancho Estrella is home to white-tailed deer, bobwhite and scaled quail, Rio Grande turkeys, javelina, dove and feral hogs. While quail hunting occurs regularly on the ranch, the native population has been supplemented with pen-raised birds to keep the numbers stable. In addition to healthy populations of native game, the ranch has a full complement of desirable exotics: sable antelope, scimitarhorned oryx, axis and zebras, blackbuck, aoudad, eland, buffalo, addax, gemsbok, blesbok and warthogs. In addition to wildlife, the ranch is well-suited for cattle. Rancho Estrella is designed to entertain large numbers of family, friends, colleagues or clients, providing opportunities for both camaraderie and privacy. There are two separate compounds to house guests, one in the Brush Pasture and one in the House Pasture. At each location, there is a combination of a main lodge as well as apartments and casitas. The ranch’s infrastructure is also designed to support ranch work and entertaining. The ranch has been both a hunting destination and a corporate retreat. If the new owner chooses, Rancho Estrella could easily be transformed into a commercial hunting operation. Brush country. Grassland savannahs. Camaraderie. Privacy. Rancho Estrella provides an opportunity for the best of all worlds.
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630 Acres
hill country possibilities. Gillespie County
Comanche Rock Ranch 630 Acres — $11,250,000 Property# 8059654
Located in Gillespie County just 15 minutes north of
Enchanted Rock dominates the viewshed. The Hill
Fredericksburg with frontage on Ranch Road 965, turnkey
Country icon is showcased from many different locations
Comanche Rock Ranch offers a full range of Hill Country
and perspectives throughout the property. The majority
possibilities on 630 beautiful acres adjacent to Enchanted
of the ranch is high fenced and easily accessible on a
Rock State Natural Area.
network of improved roads.
Its proximity to Enchanted Rock ensures high traffic and
Sandy Creek runs through the northwest corner of
visibility for those interested in generating income. Its size
Comanche Rock Ranch, and six stock ponds provide
ensures privacy and seclusion for those seeking respite
surface water. Several active springs along the drainage
and relaxation.
areas hold water throughout the year.
Moving from the south to the north, the terrain changes
The ranch features a north and south headquarters which
from gently rolling open fields and hay meadows dotted with
offer limitless potential for a private or commercial retreat.
majestic oaks to craggy granite rock outcrops and ridges amidst native oak trees and browse species that make up exceptional wildlife habitat. The ranch has several agricultural fields that have been utilized as wildlife food plots; one has been converted to a test vineyard that appears to be very promising.
The centerpiece of the north headquarters is the customdesigned home, built in 1998–99, and located on a ridge to take full advantage of the views of Enchanted Rock. At the southern headquarters, the five-bedroom, threebath main house is built on the limestone bones of a circa-1900 German farmhouse and nestled into a grove of oak trees. For the past nine years, hunting has been limited to family and friends. Prior to that, the ranch was a commercial hunting operation and could be easily transitioned back. The southern section, which encompasses 208 acres, is home to axis deer, rare white elk, trophy whitetail deer, a small goat herd as well as many acres of lovely hay fields.
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Comanche Rock Ranch’s potential as a personal retreat or a commercial enterprise is limited only by the new owner’s imagination. Come make the most of Hill Country living.
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raw natural beauty. Freestone County
Richey Ranch The raw natural beauty of the 2,169± acre
there are two improved pastures that could
holding rooms. An attached breeding barn
Richey Ranch in the rolling sand hills and
be used as hay meadows.
is in the final stages of construction.
offers unlimited opportunities to create the
For the past nine years, Richey Ranch,
Infrastructure dedicated to the deer herd
ranch of your dreams.
operated as a private family hunting
includes eight protein feeders, 8–10 corn
hardwood bottoms of Freestone County
retreat, has been managed to produce
feeders, a three-ton feed cart, a 28-ton
Located about seven miles north of
trophy white-tailed deer through TPWD’s
capacity silo and 12 hunting blinds.
Buffalo, the ranch is a 75-minute drive from
MLDP III program. In 2010, the ranch was
both Houston and Dallas.
high fenced and the existing deer herd
Brown’s Creek and Self Creek traverse
removed. In 2011, the ranch was stocked
the property, which also has nine
with bred does with fawns at side.
stock ponds.
habitat. The majestic hardwoods include
In addition, the ranch has a deer breeding
Numerous duck species take advantage of
water oaks, post oaks, pecans and sweet
operation with about nine acres of
the plentiful water. In addition, the ranch is
gum; some timber could be harvested.
breeding and soft release pens. The 2,500±
home to feral hogs, varmints and a host of
While the ranch is primarily native habitat,
square-foot working house has nine
small and non-game species.
The diverse soil and diverse native vegetation provide exceptional wildlife
Building sites suitable for a memorable ranch house abound. Currently, a singlewide mobile home with a kitchen/dining room combination, two bathrooms and two bunkrooms, which sleeps 12, is the primary lodging. A 1,200± square-foot metal equipment barn with a concrete floor rounds out the infrastructure. The ranch has a single water well to supply the house and pens.
2,169 Acres — $7,049,250 Propert y# 8320282
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388 Acres
country getaway. Grimes County
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388 Acres — $6,750,000 Propert y# 4684998 The Lucky A Ranch, located six miles east of Navasota in the rolling hills of Grimes County, is 388 acres of thoughtfully customized perfection. The property is fronted by a mile of CR 446 on its eastern border and a half-mile of CR 407 on it southern border, making access easy. This quiet, beautiful getaway is about 72 miles from the big city amenities of Houston and about 25 miles from the small city amenities of College Station. As you roll through the Lucky A’s notable rock and iron work entrance and drive to the main compound along a live oak-lined lane reminiscent of the plantation entrances of the Deep South, you know you are somewhere special where no detail has been left to chance. The four-bar pipe fences that are prominent throughout the ranch create the impression of solidity, while allowing you to view the manicured, improved pastures with their productive mix of bahiagrass and coastal Bermuda. Majestic trees including oaks, pecan, ash, elm and pine dot the landscape. The current owners have planted at least 50 live oaks, including two that are grafts from Texas A&M’s beloved Century Oak. About 30 percent of the ranch is wooded, creating a wildlife oasis that provides habitat for white-tailed deer, squirrels, foxes, coyotes, rabbits and other native small game. Dove are plentiful. Feral hogs are also abundant in the area, so the ranch’s inner fences are StayTite wire to help protect the pastures and hay meadows from destruction. Water is plentiful. In fact, every pasture has either a lake, stock tank or water trough to provide for livestock and wildlife. Like the cathedrals of old, the 5,000-square-foot house, built from Oklahoma doeskin stone, is a testament to fine craftsmanship. The turnkey ranch was designed to accommodate a purebred cow-calf operation, but the improvements and infrastructure make it ideal for a horse farm or a self-sufficient country getaway.
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pioneering stewardship. Real & Edwards Counties
Reward Ranch 2,330 Acres — $6,174,500
454.5 Acres — $1,295,325
Propert y# 6180020
Propert y# 8049047
The 2,330± acre Reward Ranch, on The Divide near
Throughout most of its history, the ranch was
Garven’s Store, is the best priced ranch located
used as a livestock operation and still maintains
within 45 minutes of Kerrville.
the infrastructure of working pens, barns, a
The ranch, which gets its name because it sits in both Real and Edwards counties, fronts Highway 41, providing the ultimate combination of privacy and convenience. A paved road runs from the
cedar stay round pen for horses and excellent water distribution thanks to two water wells and a windmill. Two additional storage tanks could be hooked up to further develop the water.
entrance to the headquarters; crushed stone roads
Most recently, though, the low-fenced ranch has
around the perimeter and throughout the ranch
been rested and refocused on wildlife. Native game
make accessibility easy.
includes white-tailed deer and turkey. Free-ranging
The ranch, which features rolling pastures resplendent with native grass and live oaks as well
exotics such as blackbuck antelope and axis deer come and go.
as two fields suitable for cultivation as either hay
In addition to the ranch infrastructure, the
meadows or food plots, is a testimony to pioneering
headquarters compound includes two main ranch
stewardship that can be traced back to the early
houses and a wrangler’s house. The original ranch
1900s when the historic ranch was founded.
house, which boasts four bedrooms and two baths, was completely updated recently to include granite countertops, wood floors and a new heating and cooling system. Its front porch is a place people want to gather as the late evening disappears into the night. With the nearest light pollution half a county away, the night sky is majestic. For those looking to put their own stamp on Reward Ranch, the rolling terrain offers several potential building sites with memorable Hill Country views. Just an hour and a half from the San Antonio
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International Airport, Reward Ranch’s large-scale landscape offers the best of the Hill Country along with convenient interstate access to Kerrville and San Antonio. It’s an easy drive to serenity.
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hill country oasis. Gillespie County
Fronting State Highway 16 between Kerrville and Fredericksburg, Wolf Creek Ranch offers a private, live water oasis on 65Âą acres that includes rolling hills, bottom lands and dense patches of hardwood trees. Blackbuck antelope, axis deer and whitetails call the high-fenced ranch home. Wolf Creek burbles through the ranch for about 750 feet, providing access from both banks for swimming, fishing and splashing. Majestic pecans, elms and oaks dot the creek bottom, shading the watercourse and the recently completed custom-made concrete creek-side patio. As you pull off the highway and pass through the electric gate, the long paved driveway bordered by pipe fence beckons you. The drive delivers you to the comfortable luxury of a 7,500Âą squarefoot Mediterranean-inspired villa with a Spanish tile roof nestled in a grove of oaks and other hardwoods. The villa juxtaposes the solidity of finely crafted wood, stone and stucco against an open floor plan, soaring ceilings and large light-filled windows. The wellappointed home includes six bedrooms, five full baths, two half baths and seven fireplaces. The master suite, recently remodeled and upgraded, leaves no need unmet with two walk-in closets as well as an expansive master bath featuring a walk-in shower, a gorgeous bathtub and his-and-her vanities. The huge kitchen is designed for use and style.
Wolf Creek Ranch A balcony extending across the back of the villa overlooks the inviting entertainment oasis that features the swimming pool and hot tub. A sprinkler system keeps the yard and immaculate landscaping lush. The nearby garage accommodates three cars and includes a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment perfect for overflow company, an office or employee quarters. Wolf Creek Ranch offers all the amenities of Hill Country living on a perfect scale.
65 Acres — $3,250,000 Property# 4778693
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82.44 Acres
wild spirit. Kerr County
Robin’s Rock Ranch 82.44 Acres — $2,495,000
Nestled in the beautiful heart of the Texas Hill Country, Robin’s Rock Ranch is located less than 10 minutes from Kerrville and an hour from
Propert y# 4685009
San Antonio. The ranch is perched on one of the highest elevations in Kerr County creating magnificent views of the typical Hill Country terrain. While the majority of Robin’s Rock Ranch is
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manicured, it retains its wild spirit. Several natural springs with numerous dam building sites meander through the canyon and provide water for the abundant white-tailed deer, turkey and dove. The ranch’s perimeter is encircled by an eight-foot, game-proof fence.
Family and guests will enjoy the ease and
An insulated well house protects a 500-foot
The ultimate destination for outdoor
security of the electric gate and keypad
Trinity water well with a 50-gallon-per-minute
entertaining is just steps away. The
that are the working core of the custom rock
output. There is also a 3,000-gallon storage tank.
combination of a self-cleaning blue lagoon
entrance, conveniently located 3.4 miles
pool, Jacuzzi and 26’x26’ cabana with an
from I-10 and 4.5 miles from Kerrville’s
The 4,150±-square-foot custom-built rock
outdoor kitchen, full bath, rock fireplace,
city limits.
home boasts four bedrooms and three-and-a-
huge barbecue pit, cozy fire pit, surround
half baths strategically arranged to enhance
sound stereo system and stunning vistas
Other amenities include a 60’x60’ insulated,
the open concept design. The soaring
guarantee that every gathering will
metal barn with water, electricity and a
ceilings, whitewashed pine walls, neutral
be memorable.
21’x17’ apartment with granite countertops
color palette and abundant light create an airy
and built-ins that can house guests or an
environment with solid focal points like the
employee; a 20’x60’ extended carport for RV
custom chandeliers, massive rock fireplace
storage; and a 20’x33’ concrete dog kennel
and natural architectural features of rock and
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872.6 Acres
true texas comfort. Val Verde County
Lake Amistad
872.6 Acres — $2,600,000 Propert y# 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-acre property, located only 25 minutes north of Del Rio, Texas. A rare find in today’s market, this property won’t last long. True Texas comfort provided with a four-bedroom, three-bath 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.
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23 Acres
plentiful peace.
Comal County
Diamond S Ranch 23 Acres — $825,000 Propert y# 7721615 The Diamond S Ranch, located near Spring Branch in Comal County, offers casual, country living on a recreational Hill Country homestead. Residents, whether they live here full-time or on the weekends, can splash in the scenic Guadalupe River, hunt native and exotic game, or simply enjoy the elbow room that comes with owning 23± acres in one of the region’s most sought-after areas. While the property is a manageable size, the elevation rises provide stellar views from several points. Live oaks and cedar dot the landscape. An all-weather ranch road from the entrance makes coming and going effortless.
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Buck Spring Ranch 1,578± Acres | Llano County | $9,700,000 | Property ID: 6888067
Rose Ranch 248± Acres | Cooke County | $9,700,000 | Property ID: 8328133
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Dolce Vita Ranch 130± Acres | Parker County | $7,950,000
Stonehouse Ranch 100± Acres | Collin County | $6,975,000 | Property ID: 7729019
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Bob Sandlin Ranch 342± Acres | Franklin County | $6,895,000 | Property ID: 8384870
Black Oak Ranch 387± Acres | Wood County | $5,500,000 | Property ID: 7682406
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Spring Creek Ranch 1,573± Acres | San Saba County | $4,950,000
Crockett Ranch 458± Acres | Montague County | $4,600,000 | Property ID: 6343683
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Wood Farm 254± Acres | Grayson County | $3,800,000 | Property ID: 8320140
Gilley Creek Ranch 289± Acres | Smith County | $3,475,000 | Property ID: 7534201
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Walking C Ranch 379± Acres | Montague County | $3,400,000 | Property ID: 5855497
Germany Creek Ranch 173± Acres | Erath County | $2,750,000 | Property ID: 8350260
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North Rio Vista Ranch 209± Acres | Palo Pinto County | $2,500,000 | Property ID: 8313429
Angelina River Ranch 669± Acres | Rusk County | $2,345,000 | Property ID: 8376607
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Double D Ranch 335± Acres | Bosque County | $2,295,000
Big Lake Ranch 335± Acres | Navarro County | $1,695,000 | Property ID: 8265439
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El Mirador Ranch A truly unique, large South Texas ranch that offers it all
7, 300± ACRES IN ZAVAL A COUNT Y • PROPERT Y ID: 8274236
Maravillas Gap Ranch A piece of West Texas history, offered for the first time since 1966 8,700± ACRES IN BREWSTER COUNT Y • PROPERT Y ID: 7974615
Snake Creek Ranch Turnkey, high-fenced hunting in the famed “Golden Triangle” 8,195± ACRES IN DIMMIT, FRIO & Z AVAL A COUNTIES • PROPERT Y ID: 7799451
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Blue Hole Ranch Over 2± miles of the crystalclear Dry Frio River 2,270± ACRES IN UVALDE COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 7119686
Dos Rios Ranch This true Transition Zone ranch offers the best of both worlds 1,055± ACRES IN UVALDE COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 7429402
Montell Mountain Ranch This beautiful ranch has both sides of two named live water creeks 598± ACRES IN UVALDE COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 7523092
Covenant Ranch A famous hunting ranch with exceptional deer & hospitality options 8,988± ACRES IN WEBB COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 8214491
Long Shot Ranch Impressive infrastructure and improvements 1,196± ACRES IN DUVAL COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 8251895
El Tesoro Ranch Strong native whitetail deer genetics and large tanks 3,000± ACRES IN MAVERICK COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 6157314
Paloma West Ranch An amazing premier ranch has ranchland, farming and hunting 3,015± ACRES IN DIMMIT COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 4398158
Lonesome Dove Ranch A ranch offering income potential and recreational value 2,030± ACRES IN MAVERICK COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 8257435
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San Saba River Ranch The highlight is the three± miles of pristine San Saba River frontage 7,800± ACRES IN MENARD COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 7135369
Train Mountain Ranch Desirable live-water offering features two± miles of North Llano River 1,200± ACRES IN KIMBLE COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 6615683
Pipe Dream Ranch One of the finest sizable live water offerings near metro Austin 530± ACRES IN BURNET & WILLIAMSON COUNTIES PROPERT Y ID: 7131465
Buck Hill Ranch A turnkey quintessential ranch offering live-water Honey Creek 260± ACRES IN LL ANO COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 7980886
Milstead Ranch Owned and operated by the same family for over 50 years 1, 588± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 6533035
Seco Ridge Ranch Turnkey hunting and cattle ranch near metro San Antonio 720± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNT Y
Johnson Farm An opportunity to own a highly productive, irrigated farm 1,085± ACRES IN FRIO COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 6533024
Stridde Ranch High-fenced, turnkey ranch for cattle or hunting 755± ACRES IN MCMULLEN COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 8000860
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Coyote Springs Ranch 1,100± ACRES IN KENDALL COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 5987385
Privilege Creek Ranch 645± ACRES IN KENDALL COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 7309209
Snow Creek Ranch 1, 330± ACRES IN BANDERA COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 4792571
Horseshoe Bay Ranch 257± ACRES IN LL ANO COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 7803890
Rim Rock Ranch 4,644± ACRES IN KING COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 7748327
Muy Alto Ranch 917± ACRES IN GILLESPIE COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 7052985
Rough Hollow Ranch 584± ACRES IN KERR COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 7162959
Willow City Ranch 134± ACRES IN GILLESPIE COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 7361782
Vista Grande Ranch 603± ACRES IN BL ANCO COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 7941548
Frio River Ranch 1,472± ACRES IN FRIO COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 8049039
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ROCK HEAD RANCH 4,008± Acres in Kimble and Mason Counties | $11,750,000 The Rock Head Ranch, featured on the Outdoor Channel’s Whitetail Nation television show, is a hunter’s dream ranch. This impressive ranch is a high-fenced hunting and recreational turn-key showplace that is set up for a corporate or family retreat. The improvements on the ranch include a 4,300± square-foot lodge with six bedrooms and a spacious floorplan, a 1,120± square-foot guest cabin, a separate bunk room and a foreman’s house. Multiple barns, pipe cattle pens, roping area, gun range, walk-in cooler and game cleaning area. Six water wells and numerous water troughs provide water for livestock and wildlife throughout the ranch.
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BONE WEAVER WHITETAIL RANCH 1,571± Acres in McMullen County | $6,115,000 A true sportsman’s paradise located in McMullen County, the hub of the Golden Triangle. The Bone Weaver Whitetail Ranch, located south of Tilden on HWY 16, has been extensively game managed for over ten years. Several large lakes are located on the property and are havens for wildlife and waterfowl hunting. Perched on one of the highest points on the ranch is a comfortable 2,400± square-foot lodge with five bedrooms and four baths and a large porch. Other improvements include a two-bedroom, one-bath foreman’s home and equipment barns. A deep Carrizo water well is in place that provides water to water troughs on the ranch.
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ARENOSA CREEK RANCH 1,689± Acres in Kinney County | Property ID: 7985322 | $3,095,000 RECENT PRICE REDUCTION! Owned by the same family since the early 2000s, the Arenosa Creek Ranch is located on Highway 90 between Uvalde and Brackettville. Meandering through the ranch is the wet-weather Arenosa Creek that holds water in normal rainfall years and provides areas of large live oaks and other varieties of trees. This low-fenced ranch is set up and ready for the new owner. A headquarters with a modular home and water well are in place, as well as a hunter/guest area setup with hookups for trailers and RVs. Two water wells provide water to water troughs throughout the ranch.
LONG BRANCH SPRINGS RANCH 1,003± Acres in Burnet County | Property ID: 7690032 | $7,950,000 Situated at the corner of Highway 281 and Park Road 4, between Marble Falls and Burnet, the location of this ranch is exceptional for either a personal ranch or a possible residential development. Nearby towns offer restaurants and shopping, and the proximity of the highly desirable recreational lakes and Longhorn Caverns State Park is a bonus. Two springs on the ranch have been dammed to create nice pools of water for the abundance of native wildlife, including whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, dove and other animals native to the Texas Hill Country.
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BULLHEAD CREEK RANCH 461± Acres in Real County | Property ID: 8085105 | $3,275,000 Bullhead Creek Ranch is one of the top live water properties available in the area! One of the main attractions is having access to both sides of clear flowing Bullhead Creek that runs through the property. This property offers a versatile and picturesque combination of beautiful live water, spring-fed canyons, fertile pecan bottoms, sheer limestone cliffs overlooking the creek and incredible views from the hilltops. Located on the ranch is a very comfortable three-bedroom, with a loft, two-bathroom home situated under a canopy of large cypress, oak and pecan trees.
GRAPE CREEK RANCH 142± Acres in Kendall Count y | Proper t y ID: 8085202 | $2,875,000 A must-see property located between Fredericksburg and Comfort. Upon entering the ranch, the crushed granite driveway meanders through the property. The majority of the cedar has been removed over the years, allowing the native grasses to flourish. The land provides nice long-range views that make this property a must-see retreat. A stunning 4,193± square-foot home is situated amongst post oaks and other hardwoods. The home has three bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths with an attached guest suite. Come enjoy life from the back porch!
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DUNBAR DRAW RANCH 1,505± Acres in Sutton County | Property ID: 8283735 | $2,851,975 Dunbar Draw Ranch is a turn-key hunting ranch with both a 1,040± acre high-fenced pasture and 455± acre low-fenced pasture that provide endless opportunities for all types of hunting. This property has long-range views and an abundance of game, perfect for hunting. Rolling terrain, a wooded draw and frequent sightings of turkey are highlights of the ranch. The headquarters includes a nice pond, a rock house, a guest house and a barn with working cattle pens.
EAGLE RIDGE LAKE RANCH 78± Acres in Kerr County | Property ID: 7 795205 | $1,525,000 One-of-a-kind, hard-to-find property with a large private lake that is set up and ready to go for your next dream home! The lake is a waterfowl haven with sightings of many different types of ducks. Stunning views of the lake from the surrounding hilltops. To build a comparable lake would be expensive—this one is ready for years of family fun and adventure. The rest of the property has acres of areas that are perfect for hiking and exploring. Several valleys have nice wet-weather creeks and drainage areas.
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DOLAN CREEK ROAD RANCH 1,119± Acres in Val Verde County | Property ID: 7734179 | $1,325,000 RECENT PRICE REDUCTION! The Dolan Creek Road Ranch offers a wide variety of landscape with the convergence of the Edwards Plateau and Rio Grande Plain brushland. The ranch has been owned by the Pusard family for many years, and this is the last part of the original 6,000± acres that they owned. Terrain includes a nice combination of rolling hills and canyons. There are good views from many vantage points. The property does not have any structural improvements, providing a blank canvas to its next owner.
COX-MILLS RANCH 2,106± Acres in Crockett County | Property ID: 7721491 | $1,663,900 The Cox-Mills Ranch is the epitome of a beautiful and spacious West Texas ranch. Terrain includes a superb combination of rolling hills and deep canyons. There are unobstructed picturesque views throughout. The property is void of any structural improvements, providing a blank canvas to its next owner. The ranch is currently under an ag exemption, and electricity is on site.
4W RANCH 18± Acres in Kimble County Property ID: 7283320 | $695,000 The 4W River Ranch is a stunning live-water property with incredible South Llano River frontage. Situated amongst a beautiful Hill Country setting, this park-like acreage is located southwest of Junction, Texas. Currently under an ag exemption with on-site electricity, the property has land on both sides of a strong tributary of the South Llano River.
EWALD RANCH 184± Acres in Frio County | Property ID: 8062129 | $666,804 The Ewald Ranch is a ready-to-use cattle/horse ranch located in the Dilley area. It could potentially be developed into a fabulous bird hunting operation or a combination of both a grazing and hunting property. Native brush along the wet-weather creek makes up 20 percent of the property, with several catch-stock ponds, and is an excellent habitat for wildlife. The remaining 80 percent is cleared for grazing and/or food plots with eight cross-fenced pastures, working pens, implement shed, metal barn, three stock tanks, two water wells and an older, large, one-story house.
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Y-6 RANCH The Y-6 Ranch is rich in ranching history and heritage. Mountains, grasslands, springs, canyons and desert habitat create one of the best hunting and wildlife ranches in Texas. Mule deer, herds of pronghorn, whitetail deer, mountain lion and occasional elk can all be found here as well as smaller animal and bird species. The ranch can be divided and sold in two parts or sold as an entire ranch. Property ID: 8062130
Jeff Davis & Presidio Counties 113,650± Acres
state of Texas
$96,091,075
FORT DAVIS & AUSTIN, TEXAS
TAMMY KING, BROKER
Tammy@KingLandWater.com
JAMES KING, AGENT James@KingLandWater.com
(432) 386-2821
$60,567,075 76,185± Acres Culberson & Hudspeth Counties
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EAGLE & CARRIZO MOUNTAIN RANCH King Land and Water and Chas. S. Middleton and Son have teamed together to exclusively offer for sale the Eagle Mountain Ranch and nearby Carrizo Mountain Ranch. This mountain range functions as a sky island habitat, with intermountain ridgelines and valleys serving as corridors for wildlife migration, especially between Texas and Mexico along the Rio Grande. Property ID: 7660127
PIÑON R ANCH King Land and Water (James King) and Chas. S. Middleton and Son (Sam Middleton) have teamed together to exclusively offer for sale the Piñon Ranch. Piñon Ranch is tucked away into an isolated part of the Eagle Mountains where you have extreme privacy. Ranching heritage abounds as the Overland Trail passes through this ranch where stagecoaches used to stop at Eagle Spring located on the ranch. Property ID: 8126796
Hudspeth County 47,700± Acres $32,674,500 New Listing
$8,957,300
$24,000,000
9,580± Acres
10,000± Acres
Presidio County
Brewster County
CH ARCO L ARGO R ANCH
CATHEDR A L MTN R ANCH
Classic “Cattle County” of the Old West, Charco Largo Ranch 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 southwest. Charco Largo Ranch has excellent groundwater throughout the ranch, including wells, pipelines and troughs. Property ID: 8063194
This iconic ranch is only 13.5 miles south of Alpine with 5.3 miles of both sides of spring-fed Calamity Creek. Improvements include an owner’s lodge set up facing south, framing Cathedral Mountain. A rare opportunity. Co-Listed with Carpenter Real Estate. Property ID: 7476137 FALL 2020
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Tesnus Ranch: 19,814.23± Acres, Brewster County, $15,554,170.55 Rio Texico Ranch: 117,000± Acres, Brewster County, $85,995,000 Dove Mountain Ranch: 196,000± Acres, Brewster County, $149,940,000 Horse Mountain Ranch: 34,123± Acres, Brewster County, $28,151,475 Y.E. Mesa Ranch: 52,022± Acres, Brewster County, $40,317,050. Property ID: 7641014
Brewster County 420,000± Acres $319,957,696
state of Texas
Contiguous
FORT DAVIS & AUSTIN, TEXAS
TAMMY KING, BROKER
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JAMES KING, AGENT James@KingLandWater.com
(432) 386-2821
$47,416,500 31,611± Acres Concho, McCulloch & Menard Counties
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FORD RANCH Ford Ranch is a famous working cattle and hunting ranch comprised of a combination of Edwards Plateau limestone hills and valleys and Central Rolling Plains fields with numerous drainages of mesquite and oaklined wooded banks and grassy draws. Property ID: 7019790
FAR MER R ANCH
PECOS CANYON R ANCH
One of the original farming operations developed in the Van Horn area and now a working cattle and hunting ranch. The ranch consists of gently rolling high-desert grasslands, draws and flats with spectacular views providing for excellent hunting opportunities. Property ID: 7582746
Pecos Canyon Ranch is a world unto itself, located six miles north of Langtry and fronting some of the most scenic, wild segments of the Lower Pecos River and its spring-fed, gin-clear waters. This ranch offers plentiful wildlife, birding and flora. Property ID: 2989031
Culberson County
Val Verde County
12,000± Acres
8,459± Acres
$7,500,000
$5,709,951 Under Contract
$3,149,304
$4,750,000
7,410± Acres
202± Acres
Terrell County
Gillespie County
H BAR H R ANCH
JENSCHK E L ANE FAR M
Located in a region full of history, natural habitat and wildlife. Rolling hill country and rugged wild canyon country. 1.75 miles frontage on the Rio Grande accessible by vehicle. A turnkey ranch with a restored, historic furnished home, outbuildings and hunting blinds with feeders. Seller will convey 25 percent of minerals owned. Property ID: 7269910
The Jenschke Lane Farm offers a sense of privacy while also providing excellent access, multiple homesites with incredible views and a fantastic location in this booming region of the Hill Country. Consists of rolling savanna-woodlands with post oaks and Spanish oaks nestled into the picturesque Hill Country scenery. Property ID: 7541587 FALL 2020
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CHU RANCH & FARM Located between Angleton and Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge, Chu Ranch & Farm fronts FM 2004 and County Road 213, providing easy access to the property. The location creates opportunities for waterfowl hunting in this area along the Texas Coast. Property ID: 7624247
Brazoria County 1,003± Acres $2,958,850
state of Texas
Under Contract
FORT DAVIS & AUSTIN, TEXAS
TAMMY KING, BROKER
Under Contract
Tammy@KingLandWater.com
$3,212,140
JAMES KING, AGENT
6,004± Acres
James@KingLandWater.com
(432) 386-2821
Pecos County
HARRISON KING, AGENT Harrison@KingLandWater.com
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DOS LOMAS The name of the ranch comes from two limestone mountaintops that dominate the views from around the ranch. Well managed for decades, this is a working ranch with excellent hunting. Loaded with canyons, mountains, caves and vegetation cover. Property ID: 5403738
PRAIRIE CANYON RANCH Prairie Canyon is named for the rich natural grasslands that once dominated this region. The area is a recreation mecca for both whitetail and mule deer hunting or just prowling the canyons in search of adventure. Excellent water and road network. Property ID: 4304051
TURKEY BEND RANCH Situated on the banks of Lake Travis near the town of Spicewood and directly across the lake from Turkey Bend Recreation Area, the protected natural view sheds and unspoiled shorelines of the ranch and its surroundings create an unmatched sense of privacy along the growth corridor of SH 71. This scenic retreat is within a 45-minute drive of Austin and minutes from Bee Caves and Marble Falls. Property ID: 8198938
Terrell County
Burnet County
22,972± Acres
68± Acres
$7,695,620
$2,500,000 New Listing
New Listing
$2,518,550
$2,112,500
2,963± Acres
6,500± Acres
Hudspeth County
Terrell County
EAGLE PINON RANCH
TERRELL AIRFIELD RANCH
This high Chihuahuan Desert ranch has elevations ranging from 4,600 feet to 5,800 feet and is a series of canyons, peaks and valleys. Sunrises and sunsets on this ranch are stunning, and you can see into the distance for 100 miles. Property ID: 2450171
With gently rolling limestone hills on the west end overlooking diverse habitat along small creek bottoms and open, gently sloping flats, this ranch abounds with hunting and recreation opportunities. The area is a mecca for whitetail and mule deer hunting. Property ID: 8197297 FALL 2020
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RIO BLANCO RANCH
Protected for decades by a well-known non-profit, this idyllic Hill Country ranch is being offered for the first time in seven tracts. Lying in the heart of the Texas Hill Country along the edge of the Edwards Plateau, this property boasts the iconic Devil’s Backbone ridge, a prominent geographic feature in Hays and Comal Counties. Panoramic vistas of the surrounding Hill Country from the Devil’s Backbone and the twelve additional mesas on the ranch are unmatched. Since the mid Twentieth Century, this 1,267-acre ranch has been preserved in its natural state, evidenced by the land stewardship of the previous owners. There are several water wells on the property that service the ranch amenities. 50–688-acre tracts are available from $11,500 to $16,000 per acre.
1,815± ACRES IN COMAL AND HAYS COUNTIES
Property IDs: 6743621 & 6748161
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THE MOUNTAIN RANCH A first time offering, The Mountain Ranch is available in 96 to 783-acre parcels in a gated, exclusive ranch community. Located between Burnet and Marble Falls, this ranch is an easy one-hour drive from Austin. A limited number of ranches are available, ranging in size from 250 to 800 acres, all with unique attributes. Whether you want 40+ mile views, live water, lakes or amazing wildlife habitat, this property has it all. Gated privacy, exclusive ownership under a wildlife management plan—call today for more details. Individual parcels range from $1,800,000 to $6,400,000.
Property ID: 4695383
3,700± ACRES IN BURNET COUNTY • $24,975,000
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MESQUITE RANCH Mesquite Ranch is a clean slate for the outdoorsman, hunter and rancher alike. The habitat is great with diverse brush, and the soil is productive. Wildlife abounds, and there are multiple locations for building a tank. Access is good off two all-weather county roads, and the ranch is private but not overly distant from nearby communities. The ranch is being sold all or in surveyed tracts mentioned. Further divisions considered.
1,367.25± ACRES IN DUVAL COUNTY $2,324,325 Property ID: 8139791
THE RANCHES AT BAR-V-BAR The Ranches at Bar-V-Bar represent a very rare and unique opportunity for a limited number of individuals to purchase a portion of this historic Central Texas ranch and begin their own legacy. Slightly undulating terrain makes way from beautiful bottom land with verdant pastures to tree-lined ridges with outstanding views to the southwest. Conveniently located near Salado. Don’t miss your opportunity to own a part of this special piece of Texas. Owner Financing Available.
10± ACRE TRACTS IN BELL COUNTY $155,000
Property ID: 6845631
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RANCH INVESTMENTS SINCE 1982 LLANO 460 RANCH This ranch is a place to enjoy the peaceful country living and be close to shopping, schools and dining. The current owners have constructed excellent buildings and improvements on the property that makes this ranch a top notch recreational and family property. All the hard work is done as the ranch can be enjoyed the minute you close on the property. If one desires a larger home, there is plenty of space under the large live oaks to construct it. This ranch is truly a oneof-a-kind property in today’s market.
460± ACRES IN LLANO COUNTY $4,250,000 Property ID: 7300982
SAN SABA PEAK GAME RANCH This is one of the rarest offerings Ranch Investments has had in many years. A ranch that encompasses a significant State Historic Landmark, has quality improvements, is stocked with a variety of exotic wildlife and offers outstanding wing shooting. The front porch of the native stone ranch house offers scenic views, and out back, a flagstone patio has a spectacular view of San Saba Peak. Other improvements include a 5,000-square-foot metal barn on a concrete foundation and high fencing.
505± ACRES IN MILLS COUNTY Property ID: 7866715
$2,500,000
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UNMATCHED PERFORMANCE IN FARM AND RANCH SALES G5 KEMPNER RANCH With several beautiful elevated homesites overlooking miles of the Central Texas Hill Country, with varied terrain and some great wildlife habitat, this well-located tract would make a great weekend getaway or homestead offering outstanding investment potential. There is great wildlife habitat on the ranch for native game such as whitetail deer, wild turkey, feral hogs and varmints with outstanding wing shooting for dove and waterfowl. Located five± miles north of the city of Kempner.
170± ACRES IN LAMPASAS COUNTY $2,200,000 Property ID: 7675495
THE WYNNE RANCH A scenic and productive ranch that any cattleman or horseman would love to call home is located just minutes south of the historic town of Hico. A mixture of native and improved grasses, good fences, a quality house and workshop round out this ready-to-occupy ranch. Level to gently rolling with 20 acres recently planted in kleingrass and the balance in native grass pasture. Good to excellent fences divide the ranch into four pastures. Moderate tree cover offers wildlife cover for whitetail deer.
150± ACRES IN HAMILTON COUNTY $750,000 Property ID: 5994232
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BYRUM RANCH
1,123± Acres in Ellis County, Texas • $14,950,000
MOORE RANCH
2,645± Acres in Ellis County, Texas • $12,950,000
PROPERTY ID: 8307738
PROPERTY ID: 8307739
TYLER THOMAS
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PROPERTY ID: 8307729
PROPERTY ID: 8307735
CIRCLE J&B RANCH
3,266± Acres in Baylor County, Texas • Call For Price
ROCOSA RIDGE RANCH 5,980± Acres in Bosque County, Texas • $26,350,000
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ROCOSA RIDGE RANCH SOUTH TRACT 2,974± Acres in Bosque County, Texas • $12,850,000
LITTLE WICHITA RIVER RANCH
2,812± Acres in Clay County, Texas • $6,750,000
PROPERTY ID: 8307736
PROPERTY ID: 8307730
COPPERAS CREEK RANCH 4,222± Acres in Comanche County, Texas • $16,900,000
PROPERTY ID: 8307727
TYLER THOMAS
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PROPERTY ID: 8307740
PROPERTY ID: 8307733
HARRIS CREEK RANCH 436± Acres in Smith County, Texas • $3,950,000
VILLA MARQUIS LAKEFRONT ESTATE 24± Acres in Wood County, Texas • $1,950,000
COPPERAS CREEK RANCH: WEST PROPERTY ID: 8307741
756± Acres in Comanche County, Texas • Call For Price
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FLAT CREEK RANCH
657± Acres in Henderson County, Texas • $4,470,000 PROPERTY ID: 8307742
M RANCH
1,424± Acres in Richland Parish, Louisiana • Call For Price PROPERTY ID: 8307734
HIDDEN LAKE RANCH
295± Acres in Henderson County, Texas • $1,995,000 PROPERTY ID: 8307743
TIGNER FARMS
1,239± Acres in Claiborne Parish, Louisiana • $5,900,000 PROPERTY ID: 8227389
TYLER THOMAS
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DOUBLE DROPTINE RANCH
657± Acres in Love County, Oklahoma • $2,500,000 PROPERTY ID: 8307737
THE WYOMING CLUB
1,445± Acres in Weston County, Wyoming • Call For Price
PROPERTY ID: 8334455
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FIVE CREEKS RANCH
1,571± Acres in Henderson County, Texas • $13,500,000 PROPERTY ID: 8307728
DEERFIELD RANCH
711± Acres in Wood County, Texas • $4,509,000 PROPERTY ID: 8307731
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McCaleb Development Frontage 12.8Âą Acres | Montgomery County | Property ID: 8295812 | Call for Price Ideal location for development or personal use near Lake Conroe with about 730 feet of frontage on McCaleb Road at Austin McCombs Road. Includes horse facilities, indoor arena, horse stalls, pens, walker, main residence with pool, guest residence and worker or rental residence. Additional acreage is available.
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Bluff Spring Ranch 275Âą Acres | Hays County | Property ID: 6862360 | $3,300,000 Really pretty raw ranch land ideally located between Wimberley and Dripping Springs on Ranch Road 12 offering an ideal mix of bottom land, hardwood trees, creeks, springs, seeps, bluffs and flat-top hills with grand views for building sites. While currently used for cattle, all types of native game are seen on the property making for great recreational activity options. Big, high-end neighbors. Electricity and well. Less than an hour to San Antonio or Austin. Very special ranch land. Will divide.
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71 Acre Development Land in Kenedy 71± Acres | Karnes County | Property ID: 1144666 | $710,000
Development or personal use land with about a quarter mile of frontage on Business 181 in Kenedy and a half mile of frontage on CR 147. All or part.
66 Acre Development Land in Kenedy 66± Acres | Karnes County | Property ID: 1754872 | $660,000
Development or personal use land with 600± feet of frontage on FM1145 and about .4 miles of frontage on Highway 181 in Kenedy. All or part.
117 Acre Development Land in Kenedy 117± Acres | Karnes County | Property ID: 2256241 | $1,100,000
Development or personal use land with about .6 mile of frontage on Highway 181 and about .5 mile of frontage on CR 147. All or part.
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Leon Creek Ranch 91± Acres | Bexar County | Property ID: 7752919 | Call for Price
Development or personal use land with home and about a quarter mile of frontage on Highway 16. Near Toyota plant.
Rockin T Ranch 35.31± Acres | Montgomery County | Property ID: 7692934 | Call for Price
Development land or personal use horse property near Lake Conroe with covered arena and all facilities. Has main residence with pool, guest residence and worker or rental residence. Special.
Caney Oak Ranch 82± Acres | Montgomery County | Property ID: 7254544 | $738,990
PRICE REDUCED! Recreational, residential, investment property on Caney Creek. Ideal hunting property; whitetail, hogs and ducks are just some of the wildlife seen on this property. Well, septic, electric, phone, live water creek and paved road frontage a few minutes from Conroe. It has it all.
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DOMINO WEST RANCH The Domino West is the definition of a fine Hill Country ranch. Located in the northwestern portion of Medina County, the ranch is the perfect combination of open grassland, mature oak trees and scenic views. Approximately 19 miles of road system traverse the three separate high-fenced pastures. Each pasture is well watered with multiple troughs and earthen ponds. The focus of the operation has been the prized whitetail herd, and other trophy exotic game, with multiple deer scoring over 200 Boone and Crockett. This absolutely turnkey ranch will convey with all blinds, feeders, furniture and equipment. $3,938,700 1,382± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 8048648
LEONA RIVER RANCH
TECOMATE WEST RANCH
This live water low-fenced ranch is conveniently located in a highly
The Tecomate West Ranch lies within the “South Texas Brush Country.”
desirable area only an hour and fifteen minutes from San Antonio. The
This specific area is characterized by ranchland consisting mostly of native
ranch is well watered including four miles of Leona River frontage
vegetation. The ranch is bordered on the east by The Tecomate 457 Ranch,
under a dense canopy of big oaks. The 1,548 acres support a great mix of
to the north by the Guerra Ranch and the west by Highway 649. This is an
wildlife with thick brush, deep draws and red sand. Despite its privacy,
agricultural area which is highly regarded for its excellent productivity,
the land includes two miles of paved FM 117 frontage. $5,882,400
long growing season and quality whitetail deer hunting. $1,838,160
1,548± ACRES IN ZAVALA AND FRIO COUNTIES • PROPERTY ID: 8035599
510.6± ACRES IN STARR COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 8214813
SAN GERONIMO RANCH The San Geronimo Ranch is 177± acres with over a mile of PR 37 frontage, and it is just off of Highway 16. It is a quick 15-minute drive
MEDINA VALLEY RANCH
from Helotes and under 30 minutes from Boerne. The property has
The Medina Valley Ranch is a rare find only 45 minutes from downtown San
beautiful Hill Country views along with multiple open fields. It is a great
Antonio. It is a property composed of rolling hills, South Texas brush and large
hunting property with numerous homesites and future development
oak trees with a significant amount of topographical relief. The secluded ranch
potential. This property is located in Northside ISD. The property in total
is completely high fenced and accessed by a well-maintained county road. The
is 177 acres but can be sold as 106 and/or 71-acre tracts. $2,655,000
whitetail herd and water system are also highlights of the property. $2,290,750
177± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 8125371
490± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 8056537
LAGO RANCH
CANEY CREEK RANCH
A great recreational property with huge development potential, the Lago Ranch
This beautiful property has 2.4 miles of Caney Creek frontage that curves
is a great find only 25 miles from downtown Austin. The highlight of the ranch
around in a horseshoe shape. This property has great access with 3,000 feet of
is the 40+ acre lake in the center of the ranch which is fed by Brushy Creek.
HWY 35 and 1,100 feet of Spanish Bit Road. Lots of wild deer and hogs, with
Currently the property is operated as a family cattle operation equipped with
huge beautiful pecan trees scattered throughout the property. There are three
pens and divided into multiple pastures for grazing purposes. $1,993,750
water wells on the property, and it is cross fenced with working pens. $2,334,500
550± ACRES IN CALDWELL COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 7785983
161± ACRES IN MATAGORDA COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 8045186
F O S T E R FA R M A N D R A N C H . C O M CHAD H. FOSTER JR., BROKER • 830-776-3605 • 106 N. EAST STREET, UVALDE, TEX AS 78801 View All Properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/9982
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PRADON RANCH
SAN PEDRO RANCH
The Pradon Ranch is 766± acres located along the Rio Grande river in southern
The San Pedro Ranch has been in the same family for close to 200 years. There are
Maverick County. The property is a combination of a working cattle ranch
several senderos transecting this rectangular-shaped property, and the neighboring
and sportsman paradise. Multiple irrigated fields, stock ponds, river and creek
ranches are large in size. There is an abundance of nilgai, whitetail deer, quail and
frontage and improvements make this a unique South Texas ranch. $2,299,890
turkey, and other native species of game can be found on the property. $2,904,000
766± ACRES IN MAVERICK COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 7803341
1,000± ACRES IN HIDALGO COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 7713663
STONEWALL RANCH The impressive Stonewall Ranch is a Western Hill Country property located in the unique transition zone between the Edwards Plateau and the Rio Grande plains. This 1,722-acre ranch in western Edwards County
CATTLEMAN’S RANCH Cattle operation located at the intersection of FM 187 and FM 140. This
is the perfect blend of Hill Country scenery and West Texas views with
property is a great mix of native brush and highly productive tillable
remarkable topography. Multiple species of exotic game are found both in
ground. There are multiple older Carrizo irrigation wells on the property
the high-fenced pasture and outside in the larger low-fenced portion. The
which are not being used at this time. The 700± cultivated acres are
4,000-square-foot main barndominium comes fully furnished. A large deck
currently being dry land farmed. This is an attractive property in a great
at the rear of the home overlooks a beautiful valley below. $2,800,000
area, only miles from Sabinal, Batesville and Pearsall. $2,860,000
1,722± ACRES IN EDWARDS COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 6657665
880± ACRES IN ZAVALA COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 2959552
SAN BERNARD RIVER RANCH The San Bernard River Ranch is 3,189± acres only 65 miles from downtown Houston in Wharton and Brazoria County! This is a working cattle ranch with
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outstanding deer and duck hunting! There are 2.7 miles of San Bernard river
Here is a beautiful piece of property located in the highly-sought-after
frontage, and Linville Creek runs through the property. The property can be split
transition zone. Abundant giant oaks and great brush diversity. Native,
into two tracts, a 1,640± acre tract and a 1,549± acre tract. The property comes
traditional, untouched country. Scenic views of the ranch and the Hill
with a three-bedroom, two-bath, two-car-garage ranch house, barns and working
Country in the horizon. There is one tank on the property and good
pens. Huge oak and pecan trees are spread across the property. $10,341,512
drainage through the southeast portion of the place. $1,268,780
3,189± ACRES IN WHARTON COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 7865866
317.6± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 7143541
SAN BERNARD HEADQUARTERS Large trees, including mature oaks and pecans, line the river and are
BATESVILLE RANCH
scattered throughout the property along with mesquite and native browse.
The Batesville Ranch is a wonderful property found in a highly desirable area
property with 2.7 miles of San Bernard River frontage. A 300+ herd can be
of South Texas. This high-fenced ranch is a combination of South Texas brush,
run on the property year round with minimal feeding. To that end, large cow
The property has several water wells, and live water snakes through the
red sand and large oak-lined draws. A strong deer herd has been established
pens with scales convey, several traps around the pens and cross fencing
though the introduction of outside genetics and careful management. $1,770,000
to create eight different pastures round out the operation. $5,421,500
600± ACRES IN ZAVALA COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 8152257
1,549± ACRES IN BRAZORIA COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 8235797
F O S T E R FA R M A N D R A N C H . C O M CHAD H. FOSTER JR., BROKER • 830-776-3605 • 106 N. EAST STREET, UVALDE, TEX AS 78801 View All Properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/9982
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Hidden Cave Ranch Kerr County 214± Acres Deep in Hunt, Texas, near the North fork of the Guadalupe, lies an end-of-the-dirt-road private ranch with untapped potential, plenty to be discovered and a hidden cave. Great views, abundant hardwood trees and room to explore, hunt or just get away from it all. Axis, whitetail, turkeys and hogs have all been seen on the property, and aoudad and red deer have been seen nearby. Without fencing on one side and low fence on two others, you’ll never know what might show up under your feeders.
Hidden Haven Ranch Kerr County 92± Acres From the rolling lush fields to the seasonal creek bottoms, or the bountiful tree cover to the peaceful back porch views, the Hidden Haven Ranch is all of that and more. The most private homestead within one of the Hill Country’s most coveted gated communities is the gorgeous getaway you’ve been dreaming of. The custom-built home’s open concept includes a breakfast bar, formal dining, walk-through pantry with overflow pantry, coffee bar and wet bar.
Kerrville River Ranch Kerr County 366± Acres 366 acres with over one half mile of Guadalupe River. Property features two homes, three water wells, tillable fields and great views, and it is located close to town.
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Medina Canyon Ranch Bandera County 187± Acres 187 acres with a 4,000-square-foot hillside home with stunning views perched above an extensively-landscaped pond. This ranch also features a one-bedroom, one-bath cabin, three-stall stable, large metal barn, two ponds, a hilltop pavilion and entertainment area and lots of privacy. If you are looking for a well-kept, move-in-ready ranch with stunning views in a gorgeous setting, you better take a look at this one!
Ranches at Thunder Mountain Kendall County 877± Acres Located within the heart of the Texas Hill Country, this 877± acre ranch offers tremendous views, incredible topography, giant hardwood trees and a vibrant spring that provides water to the entire parcel. This historic property was originally owned by Hondo Crouch, the Luckenbach legend. Both native and exotic wildlife are abundant on the property.
Horseshoe Bay Llano County 165± Acres This beautiful ranch consists of 100 percent native grasses with large oaks, cedar and other trees and brush. Two wetweather creeks meander through the property, and there is also a healthy population of boulders and surface rocks! Whitetail deer, turkey, feral hogs and varmints are abundant, and sightings of free-roaming exotics are common. This is an amazing opportunity to acquire your own grand piece of wild Texas only minutes from Horseshoe Bay.
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Airport Ranch Kerr County 116± Acres In a growing corridor of the thriving Hill Country community of Kerrville exists this unique opportunity. The city limits border the front of the property as does the Kerrville Municipal Airport. Diversity abounds on the 116± acres, from rolling fields to a 250+ foot rise in elevation, with plenty of trees and views for miles. With no substantial vertical improvements, your slate is clean and ready to create your commercial or residential development, or build your homestead.
Old No9 Kendall County 139± Acres The hilltops offer 280-degree views across pristine Hill Country. There are multiple building sites on the ranch perfect for a weekend retreat, full-time residence or winery and vineyard. The Old9 is great for horses, swimming and hiking. Not far from San Antonio and Austin and real close to Fredericksburg. Just down the road from The Old Tunnel State Park and Alamo Springs Café. Hurry!
1 Oak Ranch Kimble County 146± Acres The 1 Oak Ranch is equipped with multiple improvements including a 1,768-square-foot house atop the highest point of the ranch leaving breathtaking views at any point of the day, a three-bedroom 2,238-square-foot house that can be utilized for a Hill Country Airbnb, a 240-square-foot hunters cabin, deer pens and multiple storage sheds! Call Texas Landmen today to see this Hill Country gem before it’s too late!
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La Vernia Guadalupe County 34± Acres Location, location location! This property has it all. From the desired La Vernia school district to the short commute to San Antonio, this luxury property is one-of-a-kind and is ready to move into. Nothing has been overlooked; all the work has been done and is waiting for the new owners to enjoy.
Cool Creek Ranch Guadalupe County 97± Acres This 97-acre live-water property is located within 20 minutes of downtown San Antonio, less than 15 minutes to the Forum shops and is located in the SCUC ISD. The property is very private yet close to all the major amenities of San Antonio.
Luxury Waterfront Home Nueces County .25± Acres This newly updated three-story home is located directly in the middle of the highly desired Port Aransas Harbor. With over 120 feet of water frontage overlooking the harbor, the property has over 1,900 square feet of Brazilian hardwood outdoor deck space with a large covered outdoor kitchen. Has a new bay boat lift and is ready for any water toys you can imagine and room for several large yachts. The home has top-of-the-line appliances and an elevator to all floors.
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Winn's Tortuga Ranch The Winn’s Tortuga Ranch on Turtle Creek has some of the best trophy whitetail deer hunting you can find along with some exotics which are protein-fed year-round. The ranch is mostly high fenced, and both sides of Turtle Creek run through the north side of the property making for great swimming and fishing. The main lodge has a pool and outdoor entertainment cabana with great views. The ranch has three additional homes, a 20-acre soft release deer pen, four-stall horse barn, workshop and three water wells, and it is being offered turnkey. 552± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY
PROPERTY ID: 2976664
CIrcLe 7 Angus-SOUTH DiVISiON
Located in Nueces County near the northern border of the Kleberg County line. Only one property away from the famed Laureles division of the King Ranch, this ranch consists of approximately 65 percent native brush and 35 percent well-maintained pasture land. It has a nice 4,000-square-foot barn with an efficiency apartment inside to spend the weekend. There are six ponds on the property, with piped water to several of them, along with a drainage ditch that holds water in several locations providing water all over the ranch for the wildlife which includes whitetail deer, hogs, turkey, quail, duck and excellent dove hunting. This ranch is being offered turnkey with the premium cattle herd. More acreage adjoining this ranch and the King ranch could be acquired. 197± ACRES IN NUECES COUNTY
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PROPERTY ID: 7980479
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Chapman Ranch This South Texas ranch, 25 minutes from downtown Corpus Christi, is the perfect getaway for the executive outdoorsman to unwind after a long day at the office. This ranch is being offered turnkey, including over 30 head of cattle, and gives a buyer the opportunity to come home and go on an afternoon quail hunt, take a large South Texas whitetail deer or fish for redfish or bass in one of the two lakes on the property. The highlight of this property is an eight-acre lake sitting directly behind a 4,300-squarefoot home with a huge back porch to sit and enjoy a morning sunrise or an evening of wildlife viewing. This ranch has many more amenities, improvements and details which can be found at StranskyProperties.com. 150± ACRES IN NUECES COUNTY
PROPERTY ID: 7171768
EStRElLA RANcH This 310-acre ranch fronts on FM 473 and sits on the high bank of the Guadalupe River with over a half mile of frontage consisting of both deep fishing/swimming holes and shallow rapids. The views of the Guadalupe River valley go on for miles from the main house sitting atop the bluff. This house, which was built by Don Craighead, overlooks the cypress-lined river. Other improvements on the ranch include over 10,000 linear feet of paved roads, a second home for guests, two work barns with living quarters, a six-stall horse barn with office, climate-controlled dog barn, superb greenhouse and a constant level pond with a large deck and clay shooting stations. 310± ACRES IN KENDALL COUNTY
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PROPERTY ID: 7918671
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River Ridge Ranch On Highway 173 approximately four miles south of Kerrville, Texas, this ranch consists of 305 acres with Guadalupe River frontage overlooking and adjoining the Comanche Trace golf course. The main house on top of the hill is an eight-bedroom, six-bath home that has spectacular views of downtown Kerrville and the entire ranch itself. The property is divided into seven pipefenced pastures with over 160 acres of coastal grass for horses or cattle. Other improvements include three homes, two horse barns, two hay barns, an equipment barn and a workshop, all easily accessible by the paved roads within the ranch. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, axis and blackbuck. 305± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY
Pickens Ranch The Pickens Ranch is a total of 130± acres fronting on both sides of HWY 16 just five miles south of Bandera. There is 87± acres on the east side of HWY 16 and 43 acres on the west side, with both sides being in Bandera School District. The ranch has a great diversity of large oak trees with good cover for the wildlife and several open fields with good soils for grazing. This property has been in the same family for several decades and used for agricultural purposes, but with the growing population, several properties adjoining this are now being used for commercial purposes. The sellers prefer to sell as a whole but are willing to consider subdividing into smaller tracts of 20 acres or larger. 130± ACRES IN BANDERA COUNTY
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PROPERTY ID: 8235415
PROPERTY ID: 2976515
Welfare Ranch 411 acres sitting at the Welfare exit on Interstate 10 West with over 2,000 feet of highway frontage. This property is just six miles from downtown Boerne in Kendall County, which is one of the fastest growing counties in Texas. The property has incredible 360-degree views, with elevation changes of over 300 feet all the way down to the fields on both sides of Zinke creek which runs right through the property. This will not only make someone a great place to raise their kids, but also a great investment when they get ready to sell it in a few years. Asking price is $15,000 an acre. 411± ACRES IN KENDALL COUNTY
PROPERTY ID: 2977603
24198 OLD FREDERICKSBURG ROAD, SAN ANTONIO, TE X AS 78257
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Red Sky Ranch
Mid-Tex Cattle Company
The Red Sky Ranch is approximately 97 wildlife exempt acres fronting on the west end of Lake Travis with over 1,500 feet of your own private lake frontage and end-ofthe-road privacy. This ranch sits directly in the bend of the lake providing incredible views towards Austin and Marble Falls. Across from the ranch is the Muleshoe Bend Park which ensures that you will always be looking at a pristine park landscape. Improvements include a 3,000± square-foot home with four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, a storage shed, a paved walkway to the lake alongside a cascading waterfall and a covered two-stall boat dock with electricity and storage. The ranch is only about eight miles west of Lago Vista off of RM 1431, fronting on Muleshoe Bend Trail.
Only three miles from Seguin, this 133 acres fronts on three roads, HWY 90, Biecker Road and Weber Road. Currently being used as a pre-conditioning yard for cattle with a carrying capacity of 800 head. Water is supplied by two private water wells as well as two community water sources, Crystal Clear WSC and Springhill Community Water Supply. Water is piped to several tanks scattered throughout the property. Improvements include a rent house fronting Biecker Road, good exterior fencing with numerous cross fences and improved coastal hay pastures. Wet-weather Saul Creek runs through the property, lined with very large trees. 133± ACRES IN GUADALUPE COUNTY
PROPERTY ID: 6408583
97± ACRES IN TRAVIS COUNTY
PROPERTY ID: 3873054
Oak Tree Ranch The Oak Tree Ranch is 220 acres that has been utilized as a thoroughbred and quarter horse racing farm sitting just south of Bandera, Texas, with approximately one mile of frontage on HWY 16. This ranch is well equipped for a first-class horse farm with over 30 stalls, 19 large turnouts/ pastures, two horse walkers, covered round pen and wash rack. Other amenities include: three houses, office, barn office, numerous storage sheds, hay barn and a large pavilion. 220± ACRES IN BANDERA COUNTY
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PROPERTY ID: 5484334
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To state the obvious, this is a premier, world-class, turnkey South Texas hunting and cattle ranch with immaculate improvements. The Myane Ranch is under a Level III MLD Permit. Latest deer census indicates one deer per 26 acres with near 1:1 buck/doe ratio. The ranch is home to an abundance of trophy native South Texas whitetail deer, wild turkey, dove, water fowl, bob white, blue quail and numerous quail runs. No known introduction of whitetail has been made to the ranch. There is a water source for every 175 acres with 25 ponds, some stocked with fish, and numerous water wells. Four food plots, 20–60 acres, are irrigated by pivots. Extensive improvements include a 5,000± square-foot, fivebedroom, five-bath ranch home, eight-bedroom lodge designed to accommodate thirty-four guests, outdoor recreation area, 16,000-squarefoot equipment barn, grain bins, foreman’s house, guide living quarters and shooting range. 26 deer blinds and feeder are easily accessible throughout the ranch.The ranch sells turnkey with all minerals owned.
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Water resources on this scenic Hill Country ranch are spectacular. Pletcher Lake encompasses eight acres and is the largest private lake in the Upper Nueces River Basin. Dry Creek, a crystal-clear creek, f lows through the lake. The DD offers a wide range of recreational opportunities. Fishing is excellent with bass weighing 10.5 pounds caught and released. It is not unusual to catch thirty fish in thirty minutes. Great place for ATV enjoyment, hiking and horseback riding and hunting. Whitetail deer, axis deer and trophy aoudad roam through the ranch. No commercial hunting in thirty years. The north area of the ranch offers some of the most majestic views of the Texas Hill County. From the mountain chain road there are miles of scenic views of the Rocky Mountains of Texas. Improvements include a foreman’s three-bedroom, two-bath home, a fivebedroom, two-bath home, metal shop and metal shed. Ranch sells turnkey including minerals, equipment and furniture.
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D O U BL E B R A N C H A real “Rancher’s Ranch,” the Double B Ranch in north-central Edwards County is on the market for the first time in almost 100 years. This is easily one of the best combination livestock and hunting ranches ever offered for sale in the Western Hill Country, with good fences (none deer proof ), two water wells and multi-generational rancher neighbors. The f lat to gently-rolling topography allows livestock and hunters easy access to every part of the ranch. All the cedar and mesquite have been removed, and grazing is further enhanced by numerous big meadows cleared of most trees and brush, leaving wide borders of mature live oak mottes and other native trees. The ranch is divided into four pastures of similar size. No residential improvements. Easy pasture roads. Whitetail, axis, blackbuck. Property taxes less than $1 per acre in 2019 under Ag Use. See details on our Lands of America website listing for the Double B Ranch. Contact Allen Moody, Agent, at 830.683.7028.
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BR O K E N OA K R A N C H This secluded gem of a ranch has its own private 3.6-acre lake on the east prong of the Upper Nueces River. With a modern residence and nicely remodeled guest house, the Broken Oak Ranch offers year-round activities: fishing, ATV adventures, horseback riding or taking it easy on the porch. Bass and catfish roam the solid rock bottom of the waterway. Game animals on the Broken Oak Ranch include whitetail deer, axis, aoudad, fallow deer, blackbuck antelope, bobcat, grey fox, turkey, wild hogs and transient elk.
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• LANTANA HILLS RANCH • 3,016± Acres in Live Oak County • Property ID: 7372237 Situated in the sandy, hilly area of the Nueces River valley between San Antonio and Corpus Christi, Lantana Hills Ranch awaits a new land steward. Truly a legacy property, the ranch has been meticulously groomed to become some of the most conveniently located native quail country in the state, as well as possibly one of the finest wild whitetail herds in the state of Texas. The ranch is highly improved, being set up for entertaining large groups, with all kinds of activities in mind. With ample amounts of surface and underground water, Lantana Hills Ranch is loaded with 200-inch Boone and Crockett deer, tons of turkey and quail and some of the best dove hunting in the area. Rolling hills, creek bottoms, bull mesquites, irrigated fields and deep loamy soils within an hour of San Antonio make this ranch a rare find. The ranch is conveniently located five miles from both George West and Three Rivers on HWY 281.
• LAVACA RIVER RANCH • • SALT BRANCH CREEK RANCH • 413± Acres in Live Oak County • Property ID: 6870316 This ranch has a mile of Salt Branch Creek bottoms, elevation changes, food plots, outstanding native brush and deep dark sandy loam soils. Great habitat for deer, turkey, dove and quail hunting. There is a great road system, and a water well and electricity are in place.
740± Acres in Jackson County • Property ID: 8012805 Located five miles from Edna and 100 miles from Houston, this ranch offers many possibilities for an outstanding recreational ranch. It is 75 percent wooded with towering live oaks, pecans and sycamores. With 1.5 miles of Lavaca River frontage, the fertile river bottoms are full of wildlife and areas to explore. There is excellent access, two water wells and some minerals.
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Blue Fork Ranch | Yantis, TX | 117 Acres | Property ID: 7628605
Someday Ranch | Stephenville, TX | 237 Acres | Property ID: 8108012 Stunning Home situated on 237 acres of beautiful views with dramatic elevation changes. Jim Brosche
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Decatur Ranch | Decatur, TX | 215 Acres | Property ID: 8065795
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Finney Ranch | Weatherford, TX | 402 Acres | Property ID: 7417737
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4 -AC E S R A NCH 4 , 3 6 5± A C R E S I N R E A L C O U N T Y • C O N TA C T F O R P R I C E • P R O P E R T Y I D : 794 2 9 5 8 The 4-Aces Ranch is located in Real County just 30 minutes from Kerrville, Leakey, Junction and Rocksprings, placing it in the center of the best hunting in the Texas Hill Country—an area known nationally and worldwide for the diversity of native and exotic trophy game. As the impressive gate from HWY 41 opens, a scenic three-mile drive along a paved road winds to the headquarters where a fortunate owner and guests can relax surrounded by the natural beauty of the ranch. Rolling hills, wet-weather creeks and fields abound with wildlife that includes: geneticallyimproved trophy whitetail, axis, blackbuck, oryx, gemsbok, wildebeest, red sheep, aoudad, fallow, sika, turkey, dove, hogs and bobcats. Ranch improvements include the lodge with eight bedrooms and nine baths, game-proof fencing, a newly-constructed steel barn on slab, five wells with cisterns that gravity feed water via eight miles of pipe to troughs throughout the ranch, two large feed bins, walk-in cooler, set of working pens and foreman’s house. A superb hunting ranch full of game for your enjoyment in beautiful Real County. Bill Barton, Broker-Associate.
PA L OM AV I L L E : A D OV E H U N T E R’ S PA R A DI S E 1, 5 41± A C R E S I N U V A L D E C O U N T Y C O N TA C T F O R P R I C E • P R O P E R T Y I D : 5 3 1 0 114 A dove hunter’s paradise! Scenic views, great water, minerals and loaded with wildlife. Ranchero Creek passes through the ranch and is lined with giant live oaks. There are permanent water holes on the creek and big Indian camp grounds that have never been disturbed. The ranch is high fenced with trophy whitetail and has 20-mile views! Located half-way between Uvalde and Hondo, this ranch is right in the flight zone of the best dove hunting Texas has to offer! Joel Meek.
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JOH N S ON C R E E K E STAT E 2 6 0 . 4 7± A C R E S I N K E R R C O U N T Y $ 3 , 4 9 5 , 0 0 0 • P R O P E R T Y I D : 8 0 76 0 5 0 260.47 acres with almost half a mile of gushing, year-round Johnson Creek near Ingram/Hunt, Texas, seven miles west of Kerrville, Texas. 5,131± sqare-foot rock home, large pavilion and foreman’s house. Scenic bluffs with elevations of almost 2,000 feet. A very nice Texas Hill Country live water estate! Mark Meek, Broker.
1845 WATER STREET, KERRVILLE, TEX AS 78028
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E M JO GA M E R A NC H 399± ACRES IN KIMBLE COUNT Y $1, 9 9 5 , 0 0 0 • P R O P E R T Y I D : 7 5 5 6 0 2 8 The EMJO Game Ranch is one of the finest hunting ranches around. Exotic species along with improved genetic whitetail and fishing make the ranch enjoyable year round. The custom home provides lodging for family and guests. Four water wells, two stock ponds, nine hunting blinds and 12 feeders make the ranch an outdoorsman’s paradise. Marshall Burford, Broker-Associate.
ROB E RT S ON C R E E K R E T R E AT 14 3 ± A C R E S I N B A N D E R A C O U N T Y $1, 4 9 5 , 0 0 0 • P R O P E R T Y I D : 6 8 114 3 8 A perfect combination of big hills, fertile bottomland and 2,300 feet of year-round Robinson Creek frontage make these 143± acres a great fit for hunting, recreation and full-time living. The perfect build site sits above the 10-acre field and creek, with septic, electricity and water well in place. The 420-foot elevation rise is navigated by the ATV trails leading to the back of the property where there are majestic 360-degree views of Medina and the surrounding hill country. Marshall Burford, Broker-Associate.
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309 acres of rugged Hill Country land in Real County, offering tremendous hunting, exceptional views and seasonal springs, all within two hours of San Antonio. Towering hilltops and deep valleys showcase the character of the Axis Hills Ranch. Diverse game animals and a great ATV road system will allow the new owner to enjoy the ranch from day one. Marshall Burford, Broker-Associate.
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The high-fenced Triple R Ranch is loaded with dense oak tree-covered valleys offering smooth bottomland and lush grasses with over 270-foot elevation rises to the hilltops. Loaded with great genetics. Includes quality improvements with ample sleeping arrangements. Being sold turnkey with all heavy equipment, ranch vehicles, blinds, feeders and furniture. Marshall Burford, Broker Associate.
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572± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | SPICEWOOD | $28,371,000 2 Mile Ranch is conveniently located five minutes off HWY 71 northwest of Spicewood, 25 minutes to Bee Cave and Hill Country Galleria, 15 minutes to Marble Falls and 10 minutes to Baylor Scott and White Hospital. All the amenities of Horseshoe Bay Resort and its four golf courses are also minutes away along with the Horseshoe Bay Resort Airport. There are incredible sites to build your own ranch lodge overlooking the lake along with 25-mile views. This is truly a legacy ranch to enjoy for generations as well as an investment as Austin and Bee Cave continue their explosive growth west into the highly-sought-after Texas Hill Country. Because of this, 2 Mile Ranch is also suited for single-family and resort development.
EXCLUSIVELY LISTED BY ROBBIE MAYFIELD & CHARLES MCKISSICK
ROBBIE MAYFIELD | 512-329-9955 | ROBBIE.MAYFIELD@ME.COM
55 Minutes from Dallas
Diamond Ranch 1 9 6± ACRES | $2,385,000 | VAN Z AN DT CO U N T Y | E AST TE X AS
PROPERTY ID: 7552607
Diamond Ranch is 196+ acres of rolling hill
The large master suite provides a sitting
55 minutes from Dallas. A gated entry with a half-
custom temperature-controlled wine room, pro
pastures with lakes and ponds in East Texas just
mile concrete drive brings you to the secluded main house that sits atop a seven-acre fully
stocked lake. The newly remodeled main house overlooks the lake and property and features a professional dance floor and a 10-foot-wide
TV screen. It is a 5,831-square-foot home
with five bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths.
area and fireplace. Other highlights include a
tournament-quality lighted tennis court, party center featuring a bar with kegerator and a full kitchen, elevated guest house that overlooks the seven-acre lake and a 60'x30' workshop.
There is landscaped lighting all the way around and beautiful walking trails. Located six minutes to town with a large Brookshire supermarket.
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JH Ranch 8,320± ACRES IN SCURRY COUNTY | $6,614,400
Goofy Ranch
Ruffin Ranch
2,355± ACRES IN MAVERICK COUNTY $8,242,500
5,473± ACRES IN CONCHO COUNTY $9,900,000
Licensed in Texas • New Mexico • Oklahoma
La Fonda Ranch 3,999± ACRES IN KINNEY COUNTY | $7,179,784
Sims Whitetail Ranch 1,764± ACRES IN MAVERICK COUNTY | $6,174,000
Llano River Ranch 771± ACRES IN MASON COUNTY | $4,587,450
River Lookout Ranch 855± ACRES IN STONEWALL COUNTY | $876,150
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The Hill Ranch consists of outstanding hunting land with a luxury barndominium, resort-style saltwater pool and horse barn. Adjoining the stunning, open-concept home is an oversized shop with two extra-large roll-up doors and electricity. The land consists of rolling elevation with mature mesquites, scattered oaks, two ponds and 4,150 feet of Fish Creek frontage. This area is quiet, peaceful and, most of all, known for outstanding whitetail deer and excellent dove hunting. Listed by Boone Campbell, (940) 282-5500. Property ID: 8308722
Managed for superior grazing and forbs production for over a century, PS Pasture is praised for the better gains on calves compared to wheat fields or any of the other “pastures” in this family’s large spread. This ranch sits in between Woodson and Murray, two areas historically recognized for excellent whitetail genetics and substantial flights of dove. PS Pasture’s topography is magnificent with “buildable” 360-degree vistas of beautiful scenery. Minerals and utilities are available. Listed by Boone Campbell, (940) 282-5500. Property ID: 7803742
Bear Creek Pasture $595,000 | 361± ACRES ARCHER COUNTY
Bear Creek Pasture is 361± acres of ranching land located just northwest of Olney, Texas. This acreage is light to moderately wooded with rolling elevation and fertile fields with over half a mile of Bear Creek. An amazing build site is created by a flat, topped hill that jumps up to 40+ feet, providing outstanding views. Listed by Boone Campbell (940) 282-5500. Property ID: 7617943
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The Hill Ranch
$1,350,000 | 245.75± ACRES YOUNG COUNTY
PS Pasture
$3,195,000 | 1,601.28± ACRES THROCKMORTON COUNTY
Dos Oak Ranch
$587,470 | 328.2± ACRES THROCKMORTON COUNTY Dos Oak Ranch is 328.2± acres of “off the grid” hunting and grazing land. This acreage is mostly mesquite cover with two colossal live oaks in the corner. The topography is flat to slightly rolling land. This acreage has been cross fenced into four pastures to take advantage of the two ponds. Owned minerals are negotiable. Listed by Travis Patterson, (254) 246-5266. Property ID: 7810578
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SOUTH ROCKY CREEK RANCH 1,724± AC R ES | B O S Q U E CO U N T Y | $8,000,000 Contact BCP Real Estate at (254) 675-3818.
NEILS CREEK PROPERTY 890± ACRES | BOSQUE COUNTY | $3,471,000 Contact BCP Real Estate at (254) 675-3818.
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20-Acre Lake • Main, Guest & Foreman Houses On-site • Property ID: 7722256
Two Creeks, Multiple Stock Tanks Panoramic Views Small House, Horse Barn, Working Pens, Great Fences Native and Improved Grasses Twin Horn Ranch | Property ID: 7579328
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121.281± ACRES IN HAYS COUNTY | $4,500,000
Driftwood Acreage
Rare Driftwood acreage offers gentle terrain with just enough topography for an interesting landscape and distant vistas. Hays ISD. New Price! Property ID: 7775545
12–100± ACRE ACRES IN HAYS COUNTY $1,350,000–$1,900,000
One-of-a-kind conservation project offers the opportunity to purchase 100 acres but have the feel, benefits and views of tens of thousands of protected acres. Far enough to escape the hassles of city life but close enough to enjoy the perks. Hays ISD. Property ID: 7216830
Liberty Ranch 126.55± ACRES IN TRAVIS COUNTY
Little Barton Creek
Combination of nature and golf. Estate setting in Spanish Oaks with three private golf holes and spring-fed, crystal-clear Little Barton Creek in the heart of Bee Cave. Lake Travis ISD. Property ID: 2892719
654.47± ACRES IN WILLIAMSON COUNTY | $5,857,506
Everything you want in a ranch, clear flowing creek, beautiful large oak trees, hilltop views and productive hay fields within an hour of Austin. Florence ISD. Property ID: 6754588
South Salado Creek Ranch
185.74± ACRES IN BASTROP COUNTY | $1,665,000
Weekend retreat or primary residence within 45 minutes of Austin. Fields, creek, wildlife. Elgin ISD. Property ID: 7844901
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DBLRealEstate.com Madisonville, Texas (936) 348-9977 DBLRealEstate@sbcglobal.net
Bray Villa
Oakwood Ranch
13± Acres in Madison County $595,000 • Property ID: 8179354
134.72± Acres in Freestone County $740,000 • Property ID: 8166970
Mad isonv i l le, Texas 7786 4
435 Cou nt y Road 30 0, Oa k wood , Texas 75855
The most unique home in historic Madison County is this Italianthemed villa. It’s a true Texas treasure originally built to be the guest/pool house to a much larger property. Located on 13± acres with ease of access to I-45, this ornate and creative living space awaits your personal touches and design ideas for a downstairs that is currently used as a gym and includes an elevator, a steam room, hot tub and sauna with both men’s and women’s locker rooms. Every appointment from fine crown molding, Italian-styled tile, granite and custom woodworking await you in this never-before-lived-in dream home. Your kitchen includes every modern convenience, chef-grade equipment, pot filler over stove, state-of-the-art refrigeration system as well as dual pantries and a laundry room with space for all of your storage needs. The bedrooms are large and open, bathrooms both up and down include programmable showers encased in tile that rounds out the resort feel of this one-of-a-kind property. MLS #40313507
Are you a house divided between fishermen and hunters? Do you have family in Houston and family in Dallas? Ever dreamed about owning your own private lake that is fully stocked with several different species of fish? Then this is the place for you. Barndominium with two bedrooms and two baths down, a large bunkroom/game room upstairs with half bath and sleeping area for your whole family. Large garage/work area and parking for all your recreational toys. The lake is 10± acres, providing stunning deck views. Shooting lines with stands are hidden in the wooded areas that abound on this 135± acre leisure ranch. Furnishings and many “fun toys” currently on property convey. Two additional ponds. This is a must-have for any true Texas outdoor family. MLS #8750789
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With breathtaking views and numerous live creek bottoms, McCullum Creek Ranch is as well-rounded of a recreational property as you will find on the market.
Live-water creek ranch in the highly coveted big deer area of Shackelford County. Completely wooded, varying topography, private lake, cabins and utilities.
2,725.73± DEEDED ACRES • $3,270,000 • PROPERT Y ID: 4198024
1,459.78± DEEDED ACRES • $3,950,000 • PROPERT Y ID: 6490963
24.3 Acres Near Gorman
Ida ho Mountain Timberland
Located on HWY 6 just minutes from Interstate 20. Excellent homesite location with an abundance of wildlife.
Borders public land. Located 17 miles from the resort town of McCall, Idaho. Only $2,700.00 per acre.
24.3± DEEDED ACRES • $119,998 • PROPERT Y ID: 8027581
80± DEEDED ACRES • $216,000 • PROPERT Y ID: 8171159
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This expansive cattle ranch dominates the Sprague River valley, while 16 miles of the Sprague River—along with Meryl Creek—provide world-class trout fishing.
With its abundant water and excellent grass for grazing, Bull Mountain Ranch is easily one of the best elk hunting ranches on the market.
15,620± DEEDED ACRES • $23,350,000 • PROPERT Y ID: 5850520
12,467± DEEDED ACRES • $14,750,000 • PROPERT Y ID: 4313540
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Rochelle Hunt, Realtor® | Mason Hunt, Broker | Rebeca Gibson, Realtor® R O C H E L L E 4 5 5 0 @ YA H O O . C O M | H L C C @ M S N . C O M | T X B E C A L O U @ G M A I L . C O M F O R M O R E I N F O , C A L L O R T E X T : 2 1 0 . 3 8 7. 2 0 0 6 | 7 1 3 . 7 2 5 . 6 4 0 2 | 8 3 0 . 4 6 0 . 0 8 0 8
Blanco River Ranch This lovely property sits on the banks of over a mile of the Blanco River. Located 11 miles west of Blanco, yet remote enough to offer peace and tranquility. Open pastures above the river banks offer the potential for vineyards, and the potential for recreation upon the Blanco River Ranch is endless. A river house has been recently renovated and boasts an open floor plan, fireplace and expansive deck with stunning views of the river below. An engineered pad site sits high above the river and fields with an amazing panoramic view. 194± ACRES | KENDALL COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 7 7 2 2853 | $4,450,000
1106 Sisterdale Road Own more than a mile of Sister Creek live-water frontage with excellent horse facilities and a Texas winery as your neighbor! Ranch house, guest cottage, paddock house and 22 exceptional horse stalls with covered walker sit high on a bluff overlooking lush, sunlit grassy pastures and creek below. 57± ACRES | KENDALL COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 557 7631 | $3,800,000
11th Street Cowboy Bar In the Cowboy Capital of the World, Bandera, Texas, 11th Street Cowboy Bar is an iconic, wood-framed building with a porch out front prime for shooting the bull. The 11th Street Cowboy Bar is a world-famous destination. Come for the good brew, an array of top-tier live music acts and, of course, the good times!
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Top of the World An amazing ranchette with soaring views sitting on top of the world in our beautiful Texas Hill Country. A custom-built home and an oversized, three-car/truck garage/party barn were masterfully built by Hill Country craftsman David Burger. There are also guest quarters and a big red barn with stalls, workshop and loft. 25± ACRES | BANDERA COUNT Y
0.5± ACRES | BANDERA COUNT Y
PROPERT Y ID: 6087005
PROPERT Y ID: 7233817
$1,350,000
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WHITEPOINTRANCH.COM Property ID: 2979359
White Point Ranch is in a prime location for a recreational ranch or a private luxury ranch community, where home owners can fish, kayak, hunt, trail ride and entertain friends and family, all without ever leaving the property. There is enough land to even add an airstrip and boat slips. The property consists of over 437 acres of partially fenced land, and the topography is unlike any other in the Gulf Coast Region of South Texas. There are beaches and wetlands at sea level, there are gulleys and gorges, and then there are higher locations of farm land at 64 feet above sea level. There are over 200 acres of row crop farm land, over 60 acres of pasture land and well over 100 acres of native South Texas trees and brush.
Q U I N TA ESCONDIDA RANCH 430.3± ACRES JIM WELLS COUNT Y Quinta Escondida Ranch is approximately 430.3 acres just outside of Alice, Texas, and only minutes from city amenities. The ranch features native brush for wildlife that provides great hunting opportunities with a hunting camp and water well on site. It also has a total of five pastures set up for rotational grazing of livestock and includes a small pond. Quinta Escondida could be a recreational ranch, a working ranch or even a housing development with its one-and-a-half miles of frontage along CR 247. G A I N E S O R G . C O M • View All Properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/363613
$1,290,900
Property ID: 7969086
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Mosley Hunting Lodge
713±
HOUSTON COUNTY | $2,975,000
Acres
Mosley Hunting Lodge is a unique high-fenced ranch that offers acres of recreational fun! This “hunter’s dream” property has a traditional high-low skeet shooting range, five-stand, 100-yard shooting range, 12± acre lake, seven ponds and much more. With superior whitetail and approximately 200 axis deer, hunting is open year round. In addition, there’s a 25-acre hog pen designed for the wild boar hunter. The large lake with a boathouse offers some quality fishing for large-mouth bass. The property has a 3,000± square-foot lodge, bunkhouse/ game room and two-bedroom, one-bath apartment.
Property ID: 8070173
1,476±
Moss Hill
Acres
Property ID:
LIBERTY COUNTY $2,585 PER ACRE
8197647
Big recreation and forestry for this first-time open market offering. Forested timberland in varying age classes of pine plantation mixed with hardwood in creek drains. Gently sloping topography. Good access and location along SH 146.
648± Acres
Property ID: 8186832
Fountain Creek TRINITY COUNTY $2,995 PER ACRE
Great diverse, predominantly pine-treed tract with excellent topography and bisected by the revered Fountain Creek. Sandy to loamy soils. Varying ages of genetically superior pine trees allow for passive incomeproducing investment.
490± Acres
Property ID: 8215199
Red Hollow POLK COUNTY $3,200 PER ACRE
BIG recreation! BIG Views! BIG forestry! Low traffic. High and dry! First-time open market offering for this forested timberland in popular Polk County, Texas. East of Leggett, Texas, and Seven Oaks, Texas, easily accessible from US 59.
HomeLandProperties.com Andy Flack, Broker/ALC | Andy@HomeLandProp.com John Paul Lampson, Broker | JPLampson@HomeLandProp.com (936) 295-2500 | 1600 Normal Park, Huntsville, Texas 77340 210
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CARPENTER REAL ESTATE
JWCARPENTER.COM | John W. Carpenter, Broker (432) 837-3325 | JW3@JWCarpenter.com | P.O. Box 25 | Alpine, Texas 79830
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THE BOSS RANCH
CATHEDRAL MOUNTAIN RANCH
10,900± ACRES IN BREWSTER COUNTY | $18,500,000
10,000± ACRES IN BREWSTER COUNTY | $24,000,000
You don’t want to buy without looking at this ranch first! This is a scenic valley,
Only 14 miles south of Alpine, this may be the most renowned ranch in Brewster
canyon and mountain ranch only seven miles north of Marathon, Texas. Owned
County for its colorful history, towering Cathedral Mountain, abundance of year-
by the same family since the late 1800s, this is a rare offering of a well-improved
round live springs and Calamity Creek, a nice lake, and its being prime gramma
cattle ranch with excellent hunting for quail, trophy mule deer, elk, aoudad and
grass cattle country. The 3,000-square-foot log home/lodge and two other
javelina. Two homes and hunting lodge, extensive livestock and water system
homes have exceptional views of Cathedral Mountain at 6,860 feet in elevation.
via six wells, 10 pastures plus traps, good roads, some minerals/negotiable. Co-
An excellent cattle ranch and hunting for mule deer, elk, quail and turkey. Some
Listed with Hall & Hall. $1,697.25 per acre, or, $18,500,000±.
minerals. Co-Listed with King Land & Water. $2,400 per acre, or, $24,000,000±.
BOX CANYON MOUNTAIN TOP RANCH
CHISPA MOUNTAIN RANCH
492± ACRES IN BREWSTER COUNTY | $2,750,000
14,421± ACRES IN CULBERSON COUNTY | $9,445,755
This is a beautiful and very private “one-of-a-kind” property located only eight
This rugged but scenic ranch takes in 80 percent of the Chispa Mountain Range,
miles west of Alpine, Texas. It offers an attractive stone gated entrance, lovely
elevation from 4,000 feet with some flats, rolling hills and canyons up to the peak
three-bedroom, two-bath, Spanish-style modern home built with views in mind of
of Chispa Mountain at 5,200 feet elevation. Offers two homes, six wells, seven
the towering bluffs and canyon that has become a game sanctuary for mule deer,
pastures, three sets of corrals and working pens. Offers exceptional hunting for
javelina, aoudad sheep, birds and falcons. Offers a tack room and riding arena,
blue quail, trophy mule deer and aoudad sheep with a few elk. Some minerals.
high canyon natural water pool and hunting scenic mountaintops. $2,750,000±.
Price below recent appraisal! Will entertain offers. $655 per acre, or, $9,445,755±.
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CATTLEMAN & SPORTSMAN'S PARADISE
Available for the first time in over a century
FLYING M RANCH
NOW DIVISIBLE
T U R N K E Y • M U LT I P L E I N C O M E S T R E A M S EQUIPMENT & WIND ENERGY LEASE WILL CONVEY
12,000± ACRES ARCHER COUNTY
Available for the first time in over a century, the historic Flying M Ranch is situated on 12,000 acres, two hours northwest of DFW near Archer City, Texas. This highly improved short grass prairie country is home to a premier, income-producing, working cattle and sporting ranch. The property is a cattleman and sportsman’s paradise with turnkey hunting operations. The blend of open, native pastureland and multiple water options provides an abundance of good grassland, making it perfect for grazing and recreational activities. The main lodge overlooks a 20-acre, well-stocked lake and offers luxurious accommodations including six bedrooms and a full commercial kitchen. The entire perimeter of the ranch is fenced, and the interior is cross fenced into multiple pastures with lanes which allows for the ease of cattle movement from all pastures of the ranch to the headquarters if so desired. This unique property was updated and managed with an extreme attention to detail and is truly a ranch for all seasons. MCMRA .COM/FLY ING-M-RA NCH
Property ID: 8157171
$22,000,000
EAST RANCH
ANDREWS RANCH
Home to a premier, income-producing, working cattle and sporting ranch. The property is an investor’s, cattleman and sportsman’s paradise with turnkey cattle and hunting operations as well as a steady income stream from wind energy, hunting and grazing. The blend of open, native pastureland and multiple water options provides an abundance of good grassland, making it perfect for grazing and recreational activities, all while generating income from the land.
Andrews Ranch is 2,296± acres in Archer County, halfway between Olney and Archer City. The property is a cattleman and sportsman’s paradise with turnkey cattle and hunting operations. Improvements include custom cattle pens designed by Dr. Temple Grandin. Deer blinds and feeders are already set up and running. Lots of topography and oaks and the West Fork of the Trinity River flowing through.
Property ID: 8157454
Property ID: 8157323
4,476± ACRES
2,296± ACRES
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East Jolly Ranch 4,972.54± Acres in Clay County ˙ $8,425,500
Bell Scott River Ranch 1,292.88± Acres in Clay County ˙ $2,584,319
This is prime ranch land located between Jolly and Henrietta. The land consists of rolling grassland with moderate mesquite coverage, over 550 acres of improved grasses, 12 pastures with several grass traps, 25+ stock ponds, outstanding interior road system, great fences, two sets of working pens, a brick ranch house, windmill and rural water, and minerals are available.
The Bell Scott River ranch consists of 1,292.88 acres with 1.5 miles of Red River Frontage. It is primarily heavily-wooded river bottom with approximately 35 percent being farmland and improved Bermuda pastures. Improvements consist of a frame house, workshop, equipment shed, hay barn, two sets of corrals, fencing and cross fencing, two water wells and electricity. It’s located between Charlie and Byers with easy access from FM 171 to Airport Road, to Raymond Evans Road. This is a well-rounded recreational property. Property ID: 7163113
Broday Ranch
Hammon River Ranch
3,401.5± Acres in Clay County ˙ $8,078,500
1,961.04± Acres in Clay County ˙ $4,105,050
The Broday Ranch is a pristine cattle ranch located in North Texas in Clay County. Open rolling grassland with hardwood-lined creeks, minimal mesquites, good perimeter and cross fencing, three sets of cattle working pens, two with scales, adequate surface water throughout, two houses, nice workshop on a slab with electricity, horse barn with tack room, stalls and turn-out pens, equipment/hay barn, great access, 15 minutes east of Wichita Falls. Property ID: 6807845
The Hammon River Ranch is prime recreational land located on the Red River in northern Clay County. It consists of 1,961.04 acres, being primarily wooded river bottom along with several food plots and a 170-acre cultivated field. It has nearly 2.5 miles of river frontage and a large oxbow that holds water year round. The property is fenced and cross fenced. There is a water well, and electricity is on the ranch. This is a very nice large recreational ranch on the Red River; you won’t find another like it. Property ID: 7009734
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Tejas-Properties.com LES MEYER, BROKER 830.563.9911 • 830.563.5334 Tejas.Sales@sbcglobal.net
KC Ranch The KC Ranch is located in Benjamin, Texas, approximately 3.5 hours west of Ft. Worth. The ranch is very diverse in topography, from upland fields to lush river bottom, making it great for both cattle and wildlife. The owner has put his heart into the property, high fencing 14,000 acres years back, importing South Texas whitetail and West Texas mule deer and recently establishing a herd of elk. The cattle grazing is fine with improved grasses and much clearing; you can run as many as 500 cows and still have superb quail hunting for both bobs and blues. Price has just been reduced to $889 per acre.
18,000± ACRES • KNOX COUNT Y • $899 PER ACRE • PROPERT Y ID: 913616
JRW Ranch JRW Ranch is located in the hills above Brackettville. It is a very well-improved hunting ranch with many extras; a partial list includes a very nice fully-furnished three-bedroom, two-bath home, barns, two RTV’s and feed trailer, three wells, high fence and many species of exotics. There are deer pens, stands, feeders, a nice pond and water lines throughout. All you need is your gun to start hunting tomorrow!
307± ACRES • KINNEY COUNT Y • REDUCED TO $7 75,000 • PROPERT Y ID: 6591750
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HORSESHOE BAY 1 6 3 ± AC R E S I N L L A N O CO U N T Y Incredible opportunity to develop the last phase of an already finished out community. Don’t worry about building out amenities—this 164-acre development of prime Horseshoe Bay real estate retains the wild natural beauty the Hill Country is famous for, along with lot 64 as a possible marina development. It has extremely low taxes and is a great match for a 1031 exchange. The area was developed with intertwining walking paths, meandering streams and dedicated green spaces. Contact us for a tour. $4,099,900 | PROPERTY ID: 8049666
UVALDE RANCH 1 , 1 4 0 ± A C R E S I N U VA L D E C O U N T Y Uvalde Ranch is an excellent hunting/recreational ranch only 75 miles from downtown San Antonio. It is turnkey, with everything in place to enjoy immediately, and has great access off of HWY 90, with additional access off of HWY 83. Comprised of highly desired South Texas brush and scattered with large oaks, the ranch is high fenced with a great deer herd and axis as well as excellent dove hunting. Improvements include a cleaning shed and a large equipment barn with nicely finished living quarters, including four bedrooms, kitchen/ living room, bathroom, large outdoor patios and an outdoor bathroom. The ranch has an Edwards Aquifer well with water piped throughout the ranch to concrete water troughs and two large pilas. The ranch also boasts three ponds and a great road system. Minerals, all owned, will convey. $3,150 PER ACRE
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The Agua Fria Ranch
LB 320
23,482.5± ACRES / $9,980,000 / BREWSTER COUNTY
320± ACRES / $1,120,000 / HAMILTON COUNTY
Once-in-a-lifetime nature investment with a landmark mountain, historic natural spring and sections of beautiful ranch land. Two ranch houses and a bunk house are ideal for hosting hunting parties or retreat groups. The ranch has sustainable income. Property ID: 6447088
This is a very nice livestock and hunting property located about 10 miles southwest of Hamilton. It offers very good grazing for livestock with a good mixture of improved and native grasses, three stock tanks, nice scattered live oak trees and a small seasonal creek lined with pecan trees. Property ID: 7900484
Alexander Creek Ranch
Justeson Ranch Inc.
221.14± ACRES / $906,674 / HAMILTON COUNTY
418± ACRES / $2,200,000 / COLEMAN COUNTY
Escape to the country! This is an amazing Hill Country ranch with dramatic elevation changes and long-distance views. Alexander Creek and several wooded draws provide great wildlife habitat with towering pecan, sycamore and elm trees. Several potential building sites with breathtaking views. Property ID: 8185924
This is a turnkey, high-fenced hunting ranch, complete with three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath rock home, new 60'x60' barn with living quarters, small shop, new high fence, equipment and accesories and stocked with animals ready to hunt. Property ID: 6532732
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125 ACRES | HUNT COUNT Y | $1,830,000 | LISTING ID: 14362014 This 125-acre Gentleman’s Ranch, located 45 minutes from downtown Dallas, in sought-after Poetry, Texas, offers complete seclusion in style. It boasts nine ponds, an abundance of trees, pastures, three motocross tracks, trails and wildlife, including 35 deer with trophy genetics in a high-fence section. The Mediterranean-style estate home offers every amenity in 6,566 square feet of luxury living space for the perfect getaway. Features include a large gourmet kitchen, stately master suite with exercise room, study, gameroom, media room, spacious secondary bedrooms and even designated space for an elevator. Property is completely fenced and cross fenced and includes a gated entrance, guest or groundkeeper’s home, workshop, open equipment shed and more.
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7429 GRUBBS RD, AUBREY
T 2 R A N C H E S. C O M | T R OY C O R M A N
42± A C R E S I N D E N TO N C O U N T Y | $2,300,000 | P R O P E RT Y I D: 8175871
102 horse stalls. A 40,545-foot lighted indoor arena. Five rental homes. An outdoor track large enough for barrel racing. A gated 5,200± foot custom home. And with 42 acres, this equestrian ranch has everything you need. It's equipped for a large commercial-sized breeding and training operation, and/or you can leverage the boarding and home rental income. Nestled among large pastures with rolling hills and scattered trees, it's only 26 miles from Frisco. Call 214.690.9682.
5265 FM 2616
965± A C R E S I N L AVA C A C O U N T Y | $4,487,000 | P R O P E RT Y I D: 7752873
Located just six miles southeast of Hallettsville, these 965 contiguous acres with a seasonal creek are loaded with deer and turkeys. The vintage farmhouse provides for overnight stays, and there is also an RV setup with electrical and water. Once used for cattle ranching, its current best use is likely as a family recreational ranch, a wildlife preserve or a commercial hunting operation. Call 832.759.1523. View All Properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/1049816
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ROCK HILL RANCH 1,921Âą ACRES IN STEPHENS COUNTY Rock Hill Ranch is situated on 1,921 acres of versatile land, 90 minutes west of Dallas/Fort Worth and 10 minutes to medical care, shopping and the airport in Breckenridge, Texas. This highly improved recreational haven comes completely turnkey. High fenced and meticulously managed wild game including 200-inch+ class whitetails with improved genetics. The ranch also offers fantastic waterfowl, dove and other hunting opportunities. This highly improved sporting paradise has land excellent for horses and cows with barbless cross-fences. The custom-built residences are an entertainer's dream. The luxurious accommodations include multiple homes, including the main home with three separate structures connected by covered porches. The primary home has the master bedroom with his and her separate bathrooms, two living areas, gourmet kitchen, dining area, guest suite and an office with walk-in safe. Just a couple steps across the porch, there is another section of the home with guest quarters made up of two bedrooms,
two bathrooms and a kitchen. Additionally, is the entertaining lodge with a huge fireplace and pool table. Separately, the guest home is made up of a primary bedroom, living room, kitchen, bathroom, laundry room and two additional bedrooms and two bathrooms. The whole compound is made for entertaining and enjoying the surrounding scenery of this beautiful and majestic ranch. The improvements are first-class and serve their purpose very well. The accessibility and usability of the ranch is greatly enhanced by an extensive road system that provides access to all quadrants of the ranch. The ranch is being offered fully equipped for a stressfree transition for new owners. Furniture, blinds, feeders, equipment, implements and tools are included in the sale at asking price. The equipment barn and shed provide ample storage for the tractors, mowers and ATVs. This unique property was created and maintained with extreme attention to detail, and is a rare find so close to Dallas/Fort Worth.
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1,744± ACRES IN BROWN COUNTY
RED OAK HILLS RANCH Red Oak Hills Ranch is a diverse ranch offering outstanding hunting and a practical cattle operation in a convenient location. Extraordinary views make this property a truly beautiful Hill Country ranch. The ranch has numerous water features and varied terrain with elevation changes that rise over 250 feet. Vegetation is mostly native forbs with large groves of shinnery oak, live oak and red oak as well as scattered mesquites. Conservation has been a key focus in management of this ranch supporting the hunting capacity and cattle operation. $6,104,000 | Property ID: 8087874
1,190.91± ACRES IN HOOD COUNTY
610± ACRES IN STEPHENS COUNTY
GCR WEST CAMP RANCH
RIVER FRONT RANCH
This ranch boasts abundant potential as a high-fence game ranch, working cattle operation or endless development opportunities. The GCR West Camp Ranch has lots of wildlife, including deer, hogs and ducks, and is only 40 minutes from downtown Fort Worth. $4,466,250 | Property ID: 8024915
The River Front Ranch offers lots of opportunity to get away and feel a long distance from anything. Enjoy the ranch life with the river running through it in a beautiful part of North Central Texas. Wildlife is abundant, and the ranch is set up well for cattle and hunting. $2,029,500 | Property ID: 8024992
398± ACRES IN COMANCHE COUNTY
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DE LEON RANCH
INCOME PRODUCING LAND
Separated into multiple pastures, this farm/ranch is well suited for hay and cattle production as well as hunting. North Turkey Creek rolls across a portion of the property, and there is an older farmhouse on the property. $1,184,050 | Property ID: 6774323
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Income producing irrigated coastal bermuda grass with development potential. There is also a sand and select fill pit that could bring income or be converted into a lake. Several building sites with great views. $1,472,250 | Property ID: 7710704
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A Bar Cattle Ranch & Pecan Orchard This Red River ranch property encompasses 2,100+ acres of lush river bottom land with 1.5 miles of river frontage. A Bar Ranch is ideally situated in Bowie County adjacent to Texarkana, Texas, and 120 miles east of Dallas, Texas. It is a financially sound, turnkey cattle operation and pecan orchard with 7,000 mature producing pecan trees. AG OPERATIONS Easily carries 770 cow-calf pairs year round with excess hay production. Four cuttings from five hay meadows annually. There are 15 fenced pastures, and 11 pastures feed to an extensive lane system for easy gathering of cattle. 80 percent of the fencing is less than six years old and consists of five, six or seven-strand barbed wire. PECAN ORCHARD 7,000 mature pecan trees produce plenty of poundage to see a good ROI on this dual income producing executive ranch. Fully working facilities to harvest and market pecan harvest. WATER RESOURCES 1.5 miles of Red River, six water wells feed all water troughs, natural lakes and ponds. IMPROVEMENTS Six homes, two executive with gated entries. The first home is 9,500 square feet, and the second home is 7,720; both were fully remodeled in 2015. Four other homes are the employee housing and are very well maintained. INFRASTRUCTURE The roads throughout the ranch are well maintained with no difficulties bringing in cattle trucks. Scales on site, outstanding holding pens. Property ID: 7790673
2,100Âą ACRES IN BOWIE COUNT Y | $19,950,000 KELLER WILLIAMS PLANO Dawn Hibben | (580) 743-3174 DawnHibben@KW.com
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7209 HWY 16
14902 FM 914
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4 9 . 5 6 ± ACRES | ERATH CO U N T Y | $1, 219, 000
The perfect place for those wanting quiet and convenience, this beautiful property is secluded behind trees in a park-like setting over the bridge and across the stream. The home has a large front porch, and the spacious entry hall opens into a vaulted-ceiling living room with a wood pellet stove, a breakfast area and a large kitchen. Large upstairs and garage storm shelter or wine cellar (not judging). Large barn for animals, automatic doors and full-bath, concrete-floor workshop. A smaller barn was used for goats, and the front of the property is fenced and cross fenced accordingly. The 75-acre coastal field in the back averages 125 bails per cut. The property has three wells, and the main house is connected to county water; large barn/horse stables could be added. Property ID: 7849027 | bit.ly/7209HWY16
Texas country living at its finest. This incredible property features a custom-built Austin stone home sitting on 50± acres with incredible views of the surrounding area. The main house is stunning with an awesome gourmet kitchen featuring a double oven, granite countertops, big pantry and large island bar. The main house also features expansive ceilings, a large fireplace, split bedrooms, master suite and a small guest apartment. The guest house is 1,450 square feet. Also part of the grounds are additional outbuildings for horses, goats, llamas—whatever you may want to bring out to your own slice of Texas ranch living to enjoy the country! High speed 100 MB Fiber available. Tractor and a smoked brisket included! Property ID: 7566670 | bit.ly/14902HWY914
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