BW Ranch

1,874± ACRES / BANDERA COUNTY

Sitting on the headwaters of Myrtle Creek, in a ruggedly beautiful box canyon in Bandera County, the 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 42 miles from San Antonio. The BW Ranch showcases 24 peaks, expansive 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 while pecan trees shade the valley. Live oaks and Spanish oaks dot the native grasslands and a lone bull mesquite shades the pavilion. Cedar has been aggressively cleared and prescribed burns have been used to clear and reinvigorate the land, which 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 50± bison graze the flats and hillsides. Auodad sheep along with blackbuck antelope, axis, fallow, and sika deer also call the ranch home, along with coyotes, bobcats, mountain lions, non-game species and birds.

The year-round Myrtle Creek brings life-giving crystalline water to the property. It feeds nine dammed ponds, making water easily accessible for wildlife. An eight±-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. A boat house with a bathroom, a fish cleaning station, and a pontoon boat, allow family and friends to take advantage of the clear, inviting water. The ranch boasts a second spring-fed lake, which is smaller and stocked with desirable fish for additional angling fun. The three-bed, two-bath ranch house features native limestone, which defines the exterior and interior flourishes including the impressive fireplace.

The bright and airy home combines soaring ceilings, shiplap, warm wood accents, Saltillo tiles, and oversized windows. The sunroom, which overlooks a pond surrounded by native vegetation, unites outside with inside. The home’s open floor plan includes a wellappointed kitchen, living room, and trophy room; all aesthetically designed to invite gathering. A nearby, open-air pavilion, which mimics the style of the main home, includes a full kitchen and fireplace. The comfortable three-bed, two-bath caretaker’s quarters with a full kitchen and large porches is situated nearby, perfect for housing guests. More than 25 miles of improved roads stretch to the highest peaks and most far flung corners providing complete, easy access.

The insulated main barn—approximately 40x60-feet—was constructed from metal and 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 20x45feet—provides a cleaning station with winches, running water, and a walk-in cooler. Call Howard W. Hood, Broker at 830-739-3815. Listed for $16,000/acre.