6 minute read
BW Ranch
BW Ranch
1,874,83± Acres in Bandera County, Texas
Presented By Hood REal Estate, Inc.
Sitting on the headwaters of Myrtle Creek in a ruggedly beautiful box canyon in Bandera County, BW Ranch offers live water and some of the most magnificent views in the country. The 1,874.83± acre ranch, which fronts FM 2828, is just 12 miles from Bandera, 17 miles from Kerrville (and its airport with two runways up to 6,000 feet), and 42 miles to San Antonio.
Land, Wildlife and Water
In Texas, it is rare for a ranch to include an expansive stunning viewshed as a primary asset. The BW Ranch showcases 24 peaks, broad valleys and views that stretch to Bandera, Kerrville and Medina.
The ever-changing landscape is enhanced by diverse vegetation. Cypress trees surround the main lake. Pecan trees shade the valley. Live oaks and Spanish oaks dot the native grasslands. A lone bull mesquite shelters the pavilion. Cedar has been aggressively cleared and prescribed burns have been used to clear and reinvigorate the land. As a result, desirable native Hill Country browse provides a nutritious buffet for wildlife.
Whitetails that benefit from enhanced genetics, Rio Grande turkeys, dove and bobwhite quail are native to the ranch. A herd of bison, numbering upwards of 50, graze the flats and hillsides. Auodad sheep along with blackbuck antelope, axis, fallow and sika deer also call the ranch home. Other wild denizens include coyotes, bobcats, mountain lions and a host of other non-game species and songbirds.
Year-round Myrtle Creek brings life-giving crystalline water to the property. It feeds nine dammed ponds, making water for wildlife easily accessible throughout the ranch.
An 8-acre± spring-fed lake, stocked with largemouth bass enhanced by Florida bass genetics, blue cats, blue gills and sun perch is arguably the recreational focal point. Anglers have landed some bass that tipped the scales at more than 14 pounds. A boat house, with a bathroom, a fish-cleaning station and a pontoon boat, ensure that family and friends can make the most of the clear, inviting water.
The ranch boasts a second spring-fed lake, which is smaller. It, too, is stocked with desirable fish for additional angling fun.
While the BW Ranch allows you to escape the persistent thrum of the city and revel in peace, the creature comforts and convenience of urban Texas are within easy reach.
Living
The three-bedroom/two-bath ranch house reflects its setting. Native limestone defines the exterior and interior flourishes including the impressive fireplace. Built with an eye to simple, comfortable elegance, the bright airy home combines soaring ceilings, shiplap, warm wood accents, Saltillo tiles and oversized windows. In the sunroom, which overlooks a pond surrounded by a bounty of native vegetation, the line between outside and inside is seemingly invisible.
In addition, the home’s open floorplan includes a well-appointed kitchen, living room and trophy room. Its aesthetic and design invite gathering.
Building sites, with exceptional views, abound. The possibilities for creating a livable masterpiece built to the new owner’s taste and specifications are limitless.
A nearby open-air pavilion, reminiscent of old-time Hill Country dance halls, takes the party outside. The pavilion, which follows the architectural theme of the main house, includes a full kitchen and large fireplace.
The comfortable three-bedroom/two-bathroom caretaker’s quarters with a full kitchen and large porches, front and back, is situated nearby. Currently, it is used for employee housing, but could host overflow guests.
Infrastructure
More than 25 miles of improved roads stretch to the highest peaks and most far-flung corners providing complete, easy access.
The main barn (approximately 40’ x 60’), which is constructed from metal and insulated, features four horse stalls, an office with a shower, a tack
room and a tool room. Twelve-foot-tall doors on both ends keep equipment access simple.
An equipment barn (approximately 20’ x 45’) with a game-cleaning station that includes winches, running water and a walk-in cooler rounds out the infrastructure.
Lifestyle
BW Ranch puts you in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, arguably the Lone Star State’s most coveted region. Bandera, known as the Cowboy Capital of the World because of its rich history dating back to pioneer settlement and cattle drives, is less than 20 minutes away. The small town, built on hospitality, is home to nightly live music, frequent rodeos and dude ranches that provide equestrian fun without the responsibilities of horse ownership.
Kerrville, another jewel in the Hill Country’s crown, is also less than 20 minutes away. It, too, offers an array of charming opportunities including the Museum of Western Art and the Schreiner Mansion. The mansion, which is now a museum and events center, is a repository of history of Kerr County and of Captain Charles Schreiner, a decorated Texas Ranger who founded the legendary YO Ranch, and used the mansion as his family’s “town home”.
Lost Maples State Park, which sits on the Sabinal River, is home to Texas’ most colorful fall display. (The wildflower show that Mother Nature unveils each spring shouldn’t be missed either.) The park is just one of the many natural wonders in the region where the Sabinal and Frio rivers rise from the depths of the Edwards Aquifer, luring Texans to float their crystalline waters and cool summer’s searing heat.
While the BW Ranch allows you to escape the persistent thrum of the city and revel in peace, the creature comforts and convenience of urban Texas are within easy reach. The ranch is less than an hour from the vibrant night life and rich culture of San Antonio, the nation’s seventh largest city, and one of its top travel destinations. Home to the Alamo, it is where the legend that became Texas was born.
The Opportunity
The Hill Country is known for its live water and breathtaking scenery, but it’s rare to find a ranch that has both with plenty of elbow room. The fact that BW Ranch is also conveniently located to small towns and San Antonio makes it one of one. In an era of cookie-cutter sameness, this is a rare opportunity to own an undisputable original. To experience the natural beauty of the BW Ranch for yourself, call Howard W. Hood with Hood Real Estate Inc. at 830-739-3815. The ranch is listed at $16,000 per acre.
1,874.83± Acres BANDERA COUNTY, TEXAS
Property ID: 16963854
$29,997,280
Howard W. Hood , Broker 830-739-3815
Howard@HoodRealEstateInc.com
