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On the Cover …

Jeff Soele Investments, LLC #15 Champions Run San Antonio, TX 78258

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Devil’s River Paradise in South Texas Val Verde County See page 31

contents

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FEATURED RANCH

REFERENCE

22 v Copper Ridge at Copper Canyon

7 v Broker Index 8 v Property Index & Map

Listed by Pinnacle Real Estate and Development

35 v River Valley Ranch

Listed by land/water/sky

TEXAS SELECT 68 v Exclusive Hunting Ranch in the Texas Hill Country Listed by Hood Real Estate Company

74 v Lago Vista Ranch

CLASSIFIEDS 199 v Additional Properties in the Marketplace Diamond Spur Ranch page 169

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76 v The Ultimate Gentleman’s Ranch Listed by Hoffman International Properties

108 v Cottonwood Creek Ranch Listed by land/water/sky

110 v Rafter R Ranch Listed by Koontz McCombs Ranch Properties, Ltd

ITEM OF INTEREST 28 v The 17th Annual Outlook for Texas Land Markets Discover the Elements That Influence Texas Real Estate

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broker index

3L Realty Group, LLC..................... 159 Adkins & Associates ....................... 143 Anders Realty & Mortgage Group, Inc..................99 Angie Yarbrough Real Estate ......... 168 Bacon & Ranch Investments, Inc... 160 Beach Properties............................... 128 Bergfeld Realty Co. .......................... 166 Bevers Real Estate ............................ 171 Bill Johnson & Associates Real Estate ...................................... 164 Brady Kimble, Broker...................... 162 Bridleman Land Co. ........................ 161 Casey Realty ...................................... 188 Century 21 Harvey Properties, Inc. ................ 130 Childress Ranch Investments ....... 163 Chip Cole, Ranch Broker ............... 165 Coldwell Banker United................. 187 Cornerstone Properties .................. 173 Country Land Sales ......................... 156 Crocker Real Estate ......................... 195 Cross Bar Land Company.............. 175 Cunningham Real Estate................ 177 Dan W. Kinsel III Ranch Broker LLC ........................ 195 Dean Gilbert Realtors ..................... 181 Deitra Robertson Real Estate, Inc. .. 169 Douglas Real Estate ......................... 198 Ebby Halliday, Realtors .................. 170 Ed White Realty ..................................50 ERA Colonial Real Estate ..................67 Evans and Associates ...................... 120 Fred Calhoun Realty ....................... 126 Frosty Miller Ranch Realty, Inc. ... 152 Gaines Land Sales............................ 174 Gottesman Residential Real Estate................. 172 Hall and Hall ..................................... 192

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Heritage Texas Country Properties ....................... 185 Hodde Real Estate Co. .................... 176 Hoffman International Properties ...74 HomeLand Properties .................... 178 Hood Real Estate Company .............68 Hudson Properties, Inc. ....................80 Jacobs Properties.............................. 102 Jeff Avant Ranch Sales..................... 150 Jeff Soele Ranch Investments ....31, 38 John McCollom & Associates Realtors .................. 148 Keeton Land Co. .............................. 186 Koontz McCombs Ranch Properties, Ltd. ................. 110 Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty .........................60 land/water/sky .......................... 35, 108 LANDTX ...............................................80 Legacy Land & Ranches ................ 167 Markham Realty, Inc. ...................... 132 Mason & Morse Ranch Company ........................... 194 Meek Ranch Sales ............................ 114 Navasota Realty ................................ 180 Nisbet Ranch Sales, LLC ................ 154 Open Range, Inc. ............................. 146 Orvis, Cushman & Wakefield ...... 157 Perry Bushong Real Estate ............. 198 PhotoMarketing Associates ........... 182 Phyllis Browning Company..............90 Pillsbury GMAC Real Estate .......... 196 Quail Pro, LLC.................................. 183 Ranch & Hunting Land ................. 144 Ranch Connection ........................... 134 Ranchito Realty ................................ 179 RE/MAX Bastrop Area .......................97 RE/MAX Landmark ...........................94 RE/MAX Rose Realty..........................98 RE/MAX Town & Country...............96 Rohan Realty ..................................... 158 Ruple Properties............................... 142 Schulgen Ranch Investments ........ 145 Scott Land Co. .................................. 196 Signor Farm and Ranch ................. 112 Solid Rock Real Estate .................... 188 Southwest Land & Loan Co. .140, 197 Stanberry & Associates .................. 190 Stephens Ranch Hand Real Estate ...................................... 197 Steve C. Lewis Ranch Real Estate ... 189 Steve Grant Real Estate......................85 Stewart Ranches.com LLC ............. 116 Telluride Realty LLC ....................... 184 Terry Wootan Real Estate.com ..... 155 Texas Homestead Real Estate ....... 151 Texas Ranch Broker ........................ 124 Texas Ranch Sales, LLC ................. 122 Texas Ranches For Sale .................. 118 Tina McCelvey & Associates Real Estate ............. 153 United Country Real Estate........... 138 Utopia Ranch Realty, LLC ............. 147 VIP Country Properties .................. 136 W. K. Shumpes Co .......................... 105 Wendland & Associates ................. 149 Willingham Realty ........................... 191

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property index Acres±

Central

County Page

2....................Travis...................... 139 5....................Fayette.....................113 11..................Uvalde.......................65 12..................McLennan...............167 15..................Waller......................164 16..................Washington........... 137 21..................Guadalupe................64 22..................Washington........... 136 25..................Washington............171 28..................Travis...................... 187 40..................Bastrop......................97 46..................Bell............................177 49..................Grimes.................... 180 50..................Medina................... 122 51..................McLennan...............167 60..................Austin......................164 68..................Medina......................61 70..................Washington............171 82..................Austin..................... 137 90..................Austin..................... 137 93..................Austin..................... 185 100................Medina................... 124 108................Milam.......................177 114................Waller......................176 117................Bexar..........................84 118................Austin......................176 135...............Waller..................... 136 154...............Uvalde.................... 188 155...............Uvalde.................... 188

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156...............Uvalde.......................61 158...............Austin..................... 137 164................Guadalupe................81 168................Bell............................177 172................Washington............164 191................Bexar........................105 196...............McCulloch................96 200...............Fayette.................... 156 201................Guadalupe................46 211................Washington............176 216................Grimes.....................169 220...............Medina......................92 224...............Lampasas................160 251................Bell............................177 257...............Wilson.....................163 278...............Medina......................48 293...............Burleson................. 185 300...............Lampasas..................48 300...............Medina................... 120 300...............Medina................... 150 309...............Grimes.....................103 318................Coryell.................... 138 325...............Colorado................ 185 341................Caldwell....................73 380...............Medina......................92 415................Bastrop....................149 419................Grimes.................... 180 450...............Wilson.......................47 490...............Kinney.......................54 594...............Medina......................92 631................Concho....................165 632...............Hamilton................ 135 656...............Medina................... 123 690...............Kinney.....................118 700...............Concho....................165 723...............Coryell.......................67 730...............Uvalde.................... 198 820...............Hamilton.................163 828...............Lampasas................160 838...............Hamilton................ 134 840...............Hamilton................ 135 866...............Fayette.................... 185 915................McCulloch..............175 950...............Medina......................49 1,050............Lampasas................112 1,120............Medina....................161 1,209............Uvalde.................... 125 1,235............Menard....................175 1,247............Medina....................179 1,303............Medina................... 123 1,350............Menard....................118 1,453............Medina................... 120 1,579............Burnet........................ 41 1,600............Freestone................163 1,600............Mills...........................44 1,730............Uvalde.................... 195 2,008............Uvalde.......................60 2,050............Grimes.....................168 2,400............McCulloch............. 155 2,500............Kinney.....................115 2,635............Medina....................119 2,868............Medina................... 189 3,164............Menard................... 152 3,250............Medina................... 122 4,535............McCulloch..............175 7,050............Uvalde.......................44 10,693..........Caldwell................. 153 38,741..........Uvalde.......................62

High Plains

2,618............Childress...................87 2,864............Randall................... 157 4,685............King..........................166 9,882............Swisher................... 196

Hill Country

2....................Kerr......................... 195 2....................Hays........................ 190 5....................Kendall................... 129 8....................Hays........................ 190 12..................Kerr..........................121 14..................Blanco........................47 16..................Burnet......................101 23..................Kendall......................46 25..................Hays........................ 190 30..................Blanco..................... 187 33..................Kerr..........................151 35..................Real.............................49 43..................Blanco......................100

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50..................Burnet..................... 187 50..................Gillespie....................99 55..................Bandera.................. 158 55..................Hays........................ 190 57..................Blanco......................100 60..................Blanco..................... 139 63..................Blanco......................100 65..................Blanco......................176 67..................Blanco........................91 81..................Kerr............................71 83..................Blanco........................67 85..................Gillespie....................63 89..................Gillespie....................63 96..................Blanco......................116 100................Edwards....................52 100................Edwards....................55 102................Kendall......................65 105................Bandera.....................64 105................Bandera.....................64 110................Kerr..........................148 113................Kendall....................107 119................Gillespie................. 158 121................Gillespie................. 138 125...............Llano....................... 155 130...............Kimble.......................72 135...............Blanco........................48 135...............Kerr..........................166 140................Kerr..........................119 142................Edwards....................59 145................Kendall....................121 160................Kerr......................... 120 180...............Bandera...................149 189...............Blanco......................101 190...............Kendall................... 129 200...............Bandera.................. 129 200...............Kerr..........................148 206...............Edwards....................58 212................Real...........................173 215................Kendall......................40 218................Llano....................... 155 220...............Kimble.....................115 221...............Gillespie..................121 230...............Gillespie..................173 239...............Bandera.....................39 240...............Gillespie....................73 245...............Blanco........................90 250...............Kendall................... 153 260...............Bandera...................106 280...............Gillespie................. 122 291................Llano..........................81 299...............Kerr......................... 195 300...............Llano....................... 155 309...............Bandera...................151 310................Bandera.....................70 310................Bandera...................151 347...............Kendall......................82 351................Bandera...................107 365...............Blanco........................83 386...............Blanco..................... 154 389...............Blanco......................143 391................Kendall......................45 397...............Mason......................106 411................Bandera.................. 128 430...............Bandera.....................46 500...............Blanco..................... 154 500...............Kerr............................49 506...............Kendall....................105 521...............Bandera.....................49 562...............Bandera.....................73 562...............Bandera...................106 593...............Gillespie....................82 597...............Blanco......................172 626...............Blanco......................108 665...............Blanco......................143 665...............Gillespie....................83 698...............Real.......................... 125 710................Edwards....................51 731................Hays...........................80 732...............Hays...........................80 742................Edwards....................57 746................Llano....................... 152 930...............Blanco......................151 1,258............Kimble.................... 125 1,279............Blanco........................35 1,400............Kerr......................... 154 1,452............Edwards....................56 1,600............Burnet........................48 1,789............Kerr............................42 2,000............Bandera.................. 153

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2,000............Edwards..................147 3,300............Hays.........................143 5,270............Kerr..........................148 5,868............Blanco..................... 189 12,393..........Edwards....................84 23,000.........Bandera...................149

Metroplex

15..................Grayson...................170 18..................Denton......................76 20..................Kaufman................ 139 50..................Dallas.........................94 66..................Collin...................... 182 124...............Grayson...................181 129...............Kaufman...................98 156...............Erath....................... 135 160................Grayson..................... 74 255...............Rockwall................ 159 263...............Kaufman...................94 350...............Erath....................... 139 400...............Kaufman...................94 430...............Cooke........................78 1,278............Kaufman...................95 2,016............Parker...................... 134

Northeast

1....................Smith...................... 138 10..................Henderson................87 19..................Henderson................85 20..................Smith...................... 138 23..................Henderson................85 25..................Van Zandt.................86 30..................Lamar.......................131 39..................Henderson................88 40..................Henderson................88 46..................Anderson..................88 46..................Wood.......................168 57..................Henderson................89 72..................Smith.......................168 93..................Van Zandt.................98 100................Van Zandt.................98 101................Lamar.......................131 108................Van Zandt.................89 125...............Henderson................88 140................Anderson..................89 148................Lamar...................... 130 160................Van Zandt.............. 196 171................Van Zandt.................98 187...............Henderson................86 198...............Anderson..................85 206...............Smith.........................87 240...............Henderson................87 302...............Van Zandt...............168 525...............Upshur....................166 1,302............Anderson................131 2,200............Smith.........................79

Northwest

152...............Brown........................86 250...............Brown..................... 197 340...............Jack.......................... 126 400...............Coleman..................174 500...............Jack.......................... 127 650...............Jack.......................... 126 792...............Stephens...................85 1,160............Runnels...................191 1,168............Coleman..................144 1,259............Nolan.......................191 1,523............Nolan.......................191 2,880............Nolan.......................140 4,200............Jack.......................... 127

South

26..................Kleberg......................91 80..................Bee............................142 107................Frio.............................93 191................Frio.......................... 153 200...............Frio.............................93 200...............Frio.......................... 120 247...............Atascosa..................142 461................Frio.............................93 531................La Salle......................91 595...............McMullen................142 660...............Bee............................119 948...............Maverick..................121 960...............Atascosa..................117 985...............McMullen................118 1,000............Zavala..................... 197

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1,009............Duval.......................114 1,220............Maverick..................162 1,345............Frio.......................... 122 1,380............Zavala......................141 1,380............Zavala......................142 1,400............Zavala........................43 1,498............Zavala........................47 1,800............Webb....................... 150 1,877............Zavala........................60 2,010............Zavala........................43 2,100............Zavala..................... 183 2,481............Frio.......................... 183 3,405............Zavala..................... 150 4,059............Duval.........................61 5,868............Maverick................. 189 6,100............Webb........................145 12,000..........Webb........................163 16,000..........Zavala......................110

Southeast

10..................Montgomery..........104 29..................Montgomery..........104 34..................Montgomery..........104 48..................Walker.....................104 137...............San Jacinto............. 133 145................Brazoria.................. 136 226...............Walker.................... 134 309...............Walker.....................102 480...............Montgomery..........103 544...............Angelina..................102 1,300............Matagorda.............. 198 1,800............Hardin.....................178 2,493............Walker.....................178

West

10..................Brewster....................66 75..................Val Verde...................53 150...............Brewster....................66 365...............Jeff Davis................ 123 1,150............Crockett...................119 2,000............Val Verde...................50 2,551............Val Verde.................115 2,660............Schleicher...............191 4,621............Jeff Davis.................146 6,326............Terrell......................115 6,600............Val Verde................... 31 7,718.............Val Verde.................162 7,916.............Terrell......................114 10,000..........Upton........................45 10,250..........Brewster....................66 11,000..........Val Verde...................38 27,000..........Terrell..................... 123

Outside the Region Arkansas

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Colorado

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Mexico

2,000............Coahuila..................114

Montana

30,000.........Wheatland............. 193

New Mexico

6,097............Taos......................... 193 122,138.......Debaca.................... 192 250,000.......San Miguel............. 157

Oklahoma

1,076............Jefferson................. 186

Oregon

42,000.........Crook...................... 194

Wyoming

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THE INTERNAL REVENUE’S “1031 EXCHANGE”

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he Internal Revenue Code’s 1031 exchange is a great way to save money—but only if you follow the rules carefully. By replacing property you sell according to IRC requirements, you can sell your property without paying taxes on your gain from that sale. What follows is a thumbnail sketch of the 1031 exchange—available since 1921 under Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code—that includes the points you need to be particularly careful with.

IMPORTANT: The information contained in this brief explanation of 1031 exchanges is for general information only and is not meant to serve as legal or accounting advice. Please consult your attorney and accountant whenever contemplating or entering into an exchange.

Converting a Regular Property Sale into a 1031 Tax-Deferred Exchange A simple forward (that is, deferred) exchange can start when someone offers to purchase your property. To convert this sale into an exchange, you—the exchanger— need to assign the sales contract to what is called a Qualified Intermediary (QI). When the sale is closed, the exchange funds are received by the QI’s bank by wire transfer and deposited directly into an escrow account. These funds are held until the closing of the replacement property takes place.

Extremely important: The exchanger must never have constructive receipt of the funds.

Time Limitations The exchanger must identify “likekind” replacement property within 45 days of the closing of the original (that is, the relinquished property) sale. The purchase of the replacement property must close within 180 days of the closing on this original sale. Once these deadlines pass, no extensions or substitutions can be made. These intervals also apply to reverse exchanges under “safe harbor” and to construction or improvement exchanges.

Completing the Exchange The exchanger will receive the replacement property directly from the seller by deed. Once this transaction is concluded, the exchange of “like-kind property” has been completed. Other variations, such as the reverse exchange or construction exchange, can be more complicated.

Under Regulation 1.1031(k), the Qualified Intermediary cannot act as your agent, attorney, accountant, or related party. IRC 1031 requires extensive documentation, which is provided by your Qualified Intermediary for your security in case of an IRS audit.

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Other examples of like-kind property include dental equipment for other dental equipment or a herd of cows for another herd of cows. These two exchanges represent personal property; the guidelines for like kind in such cases are much more restrictive than those for real property. Your CPA will be familiar with these classifications and the applicable rules. In any case, stock, a partnership interest, and business “good will” do not qualify.

Real or personal property being held in inventory for sale does not qualify for an exchange. The intent must be to hold the property for use in business or trade or as an investment. Consequently, buying property with the intent to resell will likely be disallowed. You can see how an exchanger with a history of being a “dealer” likely would undergo more scrutiny to qualify property.

An Exchange Is Not an All or Nothing Arrangement For a transaction to be completely taxdeferred, the replacement property should cost more than the sales price of the original relinquished property, and the equity should also be greater.

However, the exchanger may commit only part of the sales funds to the exchange and pay tax on the remaining “boot.” “Boot” is the cash you receive and is generally the amount you calculate your tax on when all is said and done. Of course, your CPA or accountant is qualified to determine that rate.

When to Sell Rather than Exchange Property If you have either a loss in the property or a desire to pay taxes, sell your property outright. However, it may not be quite that simple. Even though the exchange process is relatively straightforward and cost-effective, there could be mitigating circumstances. Finding suitable replacement property in the allotted time is often challenging as well. Consult your attorney and CPA for specific advice.

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rich in prehistoric rock art, a vibrant border faces. The crystal-clear aquamarine waters of

private charters and also conveniently offers three town culture and a wide variety of plant and

the famous Devil’s River and Amistad Lake

commercial daily flights in and out of Houston.

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beckon on hot summer days deep into their

pristine habitats for all kinds of birds, ducks,

shimmering depths. This gorgeous ranch is

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Reservoir, formed on the Rio Grande along the quail, turkey and wild goats. The park boundary

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a first-class recreation destination, the reservoir up the Devil’s River and 14 miles up the Pecos the mountains and lights of historic Acuna, is known for excellent water-based recreation,

River. The Sunrise Trail is the newest and Mexico, in the distance. It is fully updated

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the upscale plush of desert chic. Supporting the ranch headquarters is a little tight private guesthouse and a bunkhouse suitable for housing support estate workers. There are three freshwater wells, four stock ponds, outbuildings that could easily be converted to shelter weekend pleasure horses and working pens in good repair. The ranch has a paved, private electric entrance and a wellmaintained infrastructure of ranch roads with easy right of entry to lake and river shorelines. A 1,500-foot airstrip guarantees executive access and strongly hints at the turn-key possibilities. Set in the Southwest Texas, Chihuahua high-desert environment, the ranch presents an incredible picture that, with very little imagination, turns into a vision of a world-class resort and hotel golf course destination!

For the avid outdoorsman, hunter, boater, fisherman, birdwatcher, kayaker, diver or star watcher, the Devil’s River homestead is a truly rare and awe-inspiring opportunity. This is an excellent investment property with unlimited future development potential and deserving of a much closer inspection. For interested parties, the current owner will consider selling 4,500+ acres separately, including approximately 6± miles of the Lake Amistad shore. Today, the Texas land and real estate market is experiencing a bull’s share of attention. For buyers new to Texas, the Devil’s River acreage represents what the current “Lone Star State” land and property market stands for: great opportunities and future investments! Truly a rare find! v

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R i v e r Va l l e y r • a • n • c • h 1,561± Acres on the Pedernales River

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ocated on the Pedernales River, River Valley Ranch offers an unrivaled pairing of seclusion and accessibility. The ranch can be reached in an hour from either Austin or San Antonio where the solitude and breathtaking beauty of the Pedernales River await. Its prime

location puts the best of the Texas Hill Country within easy proximity. Johnson City is a short 15minute drive, while the shops and unique dining experiences of Fredericksburg can be savored in less than an hour. Tee it up on the challenging golf courses of Horseshoe Bay on the shores of Lake LBJ, a mere 30 minutes away. Here, you can truly get away from it all and get to it all.

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Only a handful of Texas ranches offer the ability to possess a piece of a legend. River Valley Ranch presents such an opportunity.

Only a handful of Texas ranches offer the ability to possess a piece of a legend. River Valley Ranch presents such an opportunity.

A rarity among ranches, it can become a personal oasis, offering private escape and solitude along the banks of the picturesque Pedernales River.

Its 1,561Âą acres encompass hilltops to the north that afford stunning 360-degree vistas of the Texas Hill Country and Pedernales River Valley. The southern edge of the ranch is bordered by 1.33 miles of riverfront. This generous access, where gently shaded banks meet deep pools and cascading rapids, creates a paradise for water recreation. Fly-fishing, kayaking, swimming or merely reflecting on the majesty of the river can evolve into a daily routine.

With its ever-changing terrain, the ranch is a natural for horseback riding or mountain biking. Attesting to its ecological richness and diversity, a recent survey by a team of botanists revealed the ranch to harbor 45 species of trees, shrubs and woody vines and over 140 species of wildflowers.

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A recent survey revealed the ranch to harbor 45 species of trees, shrubs & woody vines & over 140 species of wildflowers.

To view this landscape is to take in a naturally painted canvas that extends in all directions. You’ll still have decisions to make, but they will be gratifying—like where to nestle your family headquarters, choosing from an array of compelling possibilities.

For the avid sportsman, the ranch is a hunting and fishing paradise, rich with whitetail deer, Rio Grande turkey and dove.

Bass, perch and catfish abound in the waters of the Pedernales River. Currently under an agricultural exemption, the land could easily be placed under a wildlife exemption.

River Valley Ranch is offered to one who, in their heart, desires to be a steward of this slice of heritage Texas, a conservation-minded group who wishes to craft a legacy safeguarding the wellbeing of the ranch’s unique plant and animal life by preserving their natural habitat, or a visionary whose goals include protecting the character and spirit of this magnificent landscape.

For more information contact Mike Luigs at land/water/sky, 512 914-5058 (mobile) or mluigs@austin.rr.com.

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West Texas Best “Rio Grande River” 11,000± Acres

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Last of the great frontiers: wild, wooly and not yet priced out of reach! What an opportunity for the Lonesome Dove-type personality to own a ranch that has so much recreational and investment potential! Located 30± minutes from Del Rio, which now has commercial flights daily to Houston, Texas, this ranch is unique! There is paved highway access, 10± miles of

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Rio Grande River frontage, thick brush, rock bluffs, rough canyons, good road system over

forgot there are three kinds of deer to hunt: whitetail, mule deer and the rare cous deer! occasional wild bull along the river in the Vegas! Bang for your buck, this all-around package is hard to beat! Fabulous price and the ranch would break up to divide into smaller ranches.

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This property has crystal-clear live water near Medina, minutes to Kerrville and only 45 minutes to San Antonio. The gorgeous cypresslined Medina River has rapids and deep holes.

This property offers highway access, a nice 50acre field for horses, hay crop for grazing, big trees with deep soil and 360-degree views of the Texas Hill County. There is a small rustic house, hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cabin, water well, electricity and unique pastureland rare to the normally rocky Hill Country. Free-roaming exotic animals, such as axis, blackbuck antelope, sheep and all native species roam the land. This place has lots of variety and character for the quality minded and

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many dream homesites waiting for your own personal touch and creativity. Owner/Broker.

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This rare and unique find is 30 minutes to San Antonio, near Boerne, with both sides of three creeks, paved access, a two-bedroom, one-bath, refurbished dairy barn, large office, large hay barn, totally game-fenced, nice hilltops with views of Texas Hill Country and fabulous fields for hay production or food plots, all situated in a manicured golf course-type setting. Shown by appointment only. Owner/Broker.

Kendall County 215Âą Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Boerne

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1,579± Acres

Central Texas v Burnet County v Lampasas Minutes to Lampasas and Killeen, only an hour from Austin and 10 minutes to all bigcity conveniences, this is ranch living at its finest! There are giant trees along the banks of the crystal-clear Lampasas River, rapids, deep holes and limestone bluffs! Then, add both sides of a crystal-clear rock-bottom creek, five fishing tanks, a fabulous rock ranch home high on a hill overlooking river valley, another nice ranch home, cabin, caretaker’s quarters, nice barn, equipment barn, six water wells, 250± acres of improved grasses, a good road system, end-of-the-road privacy and completely gamefenced with a deer management plan in place!

This place has lots of variety of character with development potential! Priced to sell!

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Area’s Best Live Water Turn-Key Exotic Hunting Ranch 1,789± Acres

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Just eight miles to Kerrville and 45 minutes from San Antonio, in the Edwards Plateau region of south central Texas, a rare and beautiful turnkey hunting property offers 1,789± acres distinguished by hundreds of giant cypress, spring-fed waterfalls flowing into private fishing lakes, rolling hills, big rock bluffs, numerous canyons and a one-of-a-kind cypress tree-lined creek. The extensively remodeled 4,000-square-foot main house set on a hillside of cypress trees offers two fireplaces, an open floor plan, decks overlooking the manicured grounds with cascading spring-fed waterfalls and South American hardwoods and African slate throughout. With the full scale of amenities, including a steam shower and heated floor in the bathroom, this charming ranch house is ready for luxurious comforts at the end of a satisfying day. A lovely outdoor patio with cooking area and fire pit makes entertaining natural and effortless. This ranch offers paved roads, a 2,200-foot airstrip and a threebedroom, two-bath rock guesthouse with fireplace and big kitchen. In addition, there is also a large “second” guesthouse and a rustic log cabin. The ranch is fully functional with outbuildings, including a workshop or car barn, a small offset horse barn, an equipment building and a hay barn. Streams off the lake create a number of picturesque waterfalls and there is a captivating landscaped grotto with naturally designed pool. The principal lake is 8± acres and loaded with fish. This ranch is entirely game-fenced, holding many different species of exotic game and one of the largest elk herds in the Hill Country! This exceptional ranch has an ideal climate and perfect location as a retirement destination, a long-awaited dream property or for its undeniable investment potential and opportunity.

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Bird Hunter’s Ready-to-Go Waterfowl Paradise!

1,300± Acres

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Minutes to Crystal City and only two hours south of San Antonio, this totally game-fenced property offers 300± acres unfenced, abundant water, seven Carrizo irrigation wells, 13 lakes for fishing and bird hunting and a state-ofthe-art, 22,000-square-foot lodge that sleeps up to 80 and has a large commercial kitchen, media room, wet bar area, entertainment room and exercise room. There is a nice caretaker’s house, barn, equipment, barn, scientific deer breeder pens, many species of exotic animals, professional trap and skeet range, good road system, pivot system for hay or food plots, several hunting stations with executive deer blinds and feeders and only more for you to see! Great for corporate retreat or company entertainment, this property offers bird hunting at its best! You won’t find a better one!

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Minutes south of Uvalde, Texas, and only one and a half hours west of San Antonio, this fabulous ranch home high on a hilltop overlooks the fabulous, sought-after, crystal-clear, aquamarine Nueces River. This water looks like the Bahamas and has easy access for swimming, fishing or boating. The ranch home is a must see with way too many amenities to list. There are four bedrooms, four and one-half baths, a bright and open kitchen, family room with fireplace, double-car garage, fabulous porches and large windows providing views of the river in a manicured landscaped setting. Add a big electric gated entry, paved roads, equipment barn, caretaker’s house, horse stalls, two water wells and some of the finest South Texas brush for required habitat for big whitetail deer, quail, dove, turkey, wild hogs and all other South Texas game! This place is truly for the ready-to-go, quality-minded ranch owner. 100 new scientific breeder whitetail were introduced to ranch.

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This 7,050±-acre rare find has a variety of South Texas brush and trees with a dose of Hill Country flavor, having some rolling hills and thousands of oak trees! Located only 1.5 hours from San Antonio and just 10 miles from all of Uvalde’s modern amenities and new modern airport, this property offers a cozy three-bedroom, three-bath ranch home with fireplace, bunkhouse, cook house, large barn, caretaker’s home, grain bins, good set of cattle pens, 13 water wells, five stock tanks, 600± acres of improved Klein grass, great for quail or cattle and some of the best soughtafter whitetail habitat you will find! Then if this isn’t enough, add another nice ranch house and miles of great improved roads! You will look long and hard to find a great place like this with all of this variety! Can be divided into 3,500± acre parcels.

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Minutes to Boerne, Luckenbach and Fredericksburg, and only 35 minutes to San Antonio.

This majestic two-story rock ranch home has approximately 9,000 square feet, sitting high on a mountaintop with panoramic views of the Texas Hill Country. The main home has way too many amenities to list; however, this very bright and open home offers a fine game trophy room with 35' ceilings. There are wood floors, granite countertops, custom built-ins, two kitchens, fabulous fireplaces, fabulous outdoor entertainment cook area, manicured landscaped yard, great roads, three-car detached garage with workshop and total game fencing with many exotic animals, such as elk, axis, blackbuck, oryx and many more plus all native wildlife. Add both sides of a crystal-clear running creek with development potential, two water wells, five stocked ponds, seven mountaintops, a shooting range with cabana, underground utilities koi pond with waterfalls, thousands of oak trees and only more for you to imagine. This is a great place with a hard-to-find, sought-after location!

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These 10,000± to 28,000± acres are minutes south of Midland, Texas. This is a quail and deer hunter’s paradise with good water, a cabin, electricity, thick brush, miles of good interior roads, great county road frontage and paved frontage for developmental potential. This is truly an outdoorsman’s dream and priced to sell! $395 per acre.

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Fabulous Lost Maples Area 430 Acres

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These 430± acres in Vanderpool, Texas, near Lost Maples State Park, offer live water, game fencing, recreation, hunting, fishing, hiking and trapshooting. There is paved access, electric gate entry, good roads, big mountains and valleys. A three-bedroom, three-bath ranch home with office, exercise room, big kitchen and living area in the bowl of the surrounding mountains overlooks a spring-fed lake. The property offers a lighted shooting range, two equipment barns and many exotics, such as elk, blackbuck, axis, fallow, aoudad and all other native species.

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Just 23 minutes to Boerne, Texas, in the heart of the beautiful Texas Hill Country and only 30 minutes to all of San Antonio’s shopping malls, restaurants and medical center, this great useable land offers hundreds of oak trees and very little rock. Then, add a 4,000± square-foot rock home with three bedrooms, three baths, large living area, great porches, four different pastures, a well, a small stock tank with bass, a nice barn, agricultural taxes, a paved driveway

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and more only for you to come and see! Private and quiet, this property offers country living close to all the big city amenities. This one won’t last long! Call Lance Soele at 210 818-7319 or Cody Soele at 210 273-2706.

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These 201± acres, minutes to Seguin and only 30 minutes to San Antonio, offer great paved access, giant pecan and cypress trees, many good pastures and some of the finest damned Guadalupe River you will ever see. This is great for a commuter estate or potential development now or in the future. This rare find won’t last.

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Truly a rare find that does not come up very often, these 14± acres have 600± feet of both sides of the gorgeous cypress-lined little

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Blanco River with deep holes and rapids! Add

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cypress trees! There is great usable land for loaded with underground water, an artesian well, a running year-round creek, three lakes, horses or cattle and three houses, including an oil well, 300 exotics and whitetail deer and a nicely decorated cabin. 50 minutes from a two-story, 3,000±-square-foot main house

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overlooking the river. There is a small has an unbelievable road system with bridges and is designed to provide a once-in-a-lifetime guesthouse in front and a must-see cozy rock opportunity to own one of the most productive hunting and productive ranches around. The cabin overlooking the creek! Very private fishing is world-class. Two TPWD records come off the ranch lakes. Two top 10 SCI animals and quiet and currently run as a bed and have been hunted off the ranch, as well as the #1 state 8-pointer (Cola Blanca Big Buck breakfast, this property is in a great location Contest). This property is totally turn-key plus income and appreciation! The owner will 45 minutes to San Antonio or Austin!

convey 100% of mineral and water rights at the selling price!

Game - Recreational - Rare Find!

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One and a half hours southwest of San Antonio, this property offers high fencing throughout, good thick brush, stripped brush, paved road frontage, paved ranch roads to improvements, 10 food plot/feeder areas with blinds and a fabulous main house on a hill overlooking a 15±-acre lake with boathouse and concrete dock. The main home offers three bedrooms, three and one-half baths, two fireplaces, an office, large porch, granite kitchen and more for you only to come see. Add a foreman’s house with outdoor patio, barn, equipment barn, deer breeder pens, nice cattle pens, a great ranch road system, two domestic wells, a large irrigation well with piped water to five stock tanks and one large 15±-acre lake. This place is well groomed and taken care of and has big deer already on it. Call Wayne Boyce at 830 591-8590 or Morris Killough at 210 415-9850.

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This Pedernales River recreational retreat is minutes to San Antonio or Austin, truly a readyto-go place with Highway 281 frontage! There is a gated piped entry, granite roads, hundreds of trimmed trees, small gazebo, horseshoe pit, underground landscape lights and a cozy and rustic almost-new, two-bedroom, two-bath cabin with porch overlooking the river! Add an enclosed carport, another guest/caretaker’s apartment with private carport, smokehouse, cattle pens, game cleaning area, great fencing, good road system,

Blanco County 135 Acres

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Highway 281 and county road frontage, great hunting and wildlife, some commercial value on 281 and fabulous land with gorgeous views of the Texas Hill Country! The river here is wide, deep, crystal-clear, easy to get to and already looks like a park! There is possible development potential.

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Minutes to Copperas Cove, Lampasas and only 45 minutes to Austin, this totally game fenced, manicured land offers hundreds of oak trees and selected wooded areas for abundant wildlife. There are beautiful pastures for horses, cattle, hay production, food plots or grazing. Then, add paved access, electric gate, fabulous roads, all-new fencing and a barn with workshop and bathrooms.

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There are RV hookups, one water well, city water and a fishing tank. The almost-new Hill Country stone home offers three bedrooms, two and one-half baths, a bright and open floor plan and a back

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porch overlooking the Hill Country and Lampasas River bottom. What a place! If that’s not enough,

Central Texas Lampasas County v Lampasas

cascading waterfalls. There is great, usable recreational water for fishing, boating and swimming. For

add almost one mile of some of the finest crystal-clear rock bottom with trees, deep blue holes and the avid hunter, there are lots of deer, turkey, dove, quail and a few wild hogs. This one won’t last!

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These 278± acres of pure heaven are only 45 minutes west of San Antonio in a well-known bird hunting area. Over half the property is wooded with a mix of giant pecan trees and majestic oaks.

Highlighted by six lakes and seven water wells, fed by Tehuacana Creek, this property is ideal for just leisure, hunting/fishing/cattle/horses or just the recreational escape. Then, add paved highway access and a fully updated 1890s Texas home with two bedrooms, two baths, living area, covered porches, kitchen, two fireplaces, all situated on a piece of land with views, trees, good water, very little rock and all kinds of wildlife. This property would divide easily, having two paved county roads on

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two sides, besides the main access gate. Call Morris Killough at 210 415-9850.

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This ready-to-go hunting/recreational ranch offers a great Central Texas location only 1.5 hours from Austin or San Antonio. There are thousands of oak trees, hardly any cedar and grass two feet tall! Then, add both sides of a crystal-clear, rock-bottom, spring-fed running creek

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with a dam providing fabulous waterfalls and deep water for fishing and recreation! End-of-

cooking pavilion, two-bedroom and two-bath guesthouse, caretaker’s house, shooting range, two 14 executive blinds all having feeders and water stations, 12-year well-managed deer herd with several bucks taken in the 190' B&C class! This ranch is ready to go and a must-see for the quality. There’s a small cabin and entertaining area overlooking the lake too!

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Frio River’s Best

Texas Hill Country Bandera County v Vanderpool

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offers a variety of post oak country, views big deep canyons and draws, great road system,

and hard to find this spectacular one-of-a-kind live water! Previously, this was a historic campground a three-bedroom, two-bath home, caretaker’s with 50± RV spaces, four cabins, two bathhouses, three water wells, a retail store and a rock main house, equipment barn, well, electricity, five residence overlooking the river. This camp has been in operation for over 60 years and has a huge executive deer blinds and feeders, piped client business, with as many as 3,000 guests on some weekends. This is a real nice income producer.

water, paved access and all of it ready to go

Located between Garner Park and Concan near the new golf course, this is sure to be a once-in-a-

and priced to sell fast. There are free-roaming

lifetime opportunity. Open only three months during the summer previously, this would be a great exotics and great hunting. Owner/broker. spot for a winter retreat. This one won’t last long and is a must see! Recent drastic price reduction!

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This outdoorsman’s paradise is only 45 minutes to San Antonio, but still has that quiet and far away feeling! The property has paved access and a real big ranch feel with big valleys, mountains, big tree cover, great views and abundant wildlife! Campsite with water well and electricity! This property is a diamond in the rough and has a great price.

Medina County 950± Acres

Central Texas v Medina County v Tarpley

This property has big neighbors, big land, a small price and great hunting! Best deal around! Recent price reduction. Motivated seller. Call Lance Soele 210 818-7319 or Cody Soele 210 273-2706.

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Attention companies! Tired of leasing? Here is your opportunity to own your own turn-key ready-to-go outdoorsman’s paradise. You must see all of these fabulous depreciable assets to assist your IRS deductions. These 100± acres are our of the seller’s existing 2,500± acres. Currently from San Antonio, this unique and private secluded hideaway is not too remote. There are 16 cozy rustic cabins fully furnished with 16 bathrooms, large fully equipped commercial kitchen, fully

Kerr County 1,000± Acres

Texas Hill Country Kerr County v Mountain Home

equipped game room, RV hookups, satellite television, outdoor game area with owner’s home having three bedrooms, three baths, large living area and big covered porch, guesthouse, large separate fire pit area. All this is in a manicured setting with hundreds of oak trees and views of the Hill Country.

Wildlife includes an exceptional whitetail deer herd, exotics, such as axis deer and blackbuck antelope, wild hogs, turkey and all other native species. This ranch is a great for the company tired of leasing, corporate retreat, church retreat, summer camp or just the quality-minded family man.

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This excellent rolling wildlife habitat varies from 1,640' to 1,920' elevations and is conveniently located within minutes of Del Rio Airport and Lake Amistad. This highly improved, fully equipped wildlife ranch has lodges, a pool, managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home, barn, walk-in cooler, game facilities, commercial feed equipment, miles of perimeter high fence (entire perimeter high fenced), three water wells, 40,000 feet of water line, several wildlife ponds, several water troughs, miles of interior roads and only the highest quality whitetail deer, elk, turkey, dove and quail. This highly improved, resort-quality ranch has heavy populations of wildlife only minutes from Continental Airlines nonstop Houston service with connections to 270 destinations in 48 countries.

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Only 17 miles southwest of Rocksprings with access by 3 miles of county road and 2 miles of excellent controlled access private road with elevations of 1,880' to 2,140', this wildlife preserve varies from rugged hills to good soil oak flats. The ranch has a 1,900' luxury limestone one and one-half story, fourbedroom, two-bath home with two fireplaces on a hill overlooking 2 swimming pools, tennis courts, three-bedroom, one-bath lodge, 4 cabins, 4 barns, feed silo with 2 augers, fuel tank and a 2,200' airstrip. The heavy wildlife populations include aoudad, axis, blackbuck antelope, elk, fallow, feral hogs, scimitar horned oryx, turkey, dove and whitetail deer.

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Silver Horn Ranches

Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Barksdale

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Only 13 miles west of Barksdale, and minutes by county maintained road, through scenic large ranches crossed by crystal-clear creeks. This excellent wildlife haven is heavily wooded, rolling oak hill country with elevations of 1,860 to 2,200 feet and wet-weather creeks in an area of very large ranches. Silver Horn Ranches are under wildlife management. Wildlife water will be piped to all ranches from shared wells. Electricity is supplied by Pedernales Electric Co-op. The wildlife habitat of rolling oak and pi単on pine forests is home to axis, whitetail deer, elk, turkey, dove, quail and mountain lion.

100 acres

road 1 side, shared well, elec avail

$109,950

101 acres

road 1 side, shared well, elec avail

$129,950

102 acres

road end, shared well, elec avail

$129,950

103 acres

county road, shared well, elec avail, hilltop views

$113,000

104 acres

road 1 side, fenced 1 side, shared well, elec avail

$129,950

105 acres

road 1 side, fenced 1 side, shared well, views, elec

$129,950

160 acres

road end, fence 1 side, hilltop views, creek valley

$199,950

201 acres

county road, shared well, elec avail, views, deer

$218,000

233 acres

road end, fence 2 sides, hilltop views, creek valley

$299,950

334 acres

road 2 sides, fence 2 sides, hilltop views, well & tank

$399,950

393 acres

road end, fence 2 sides, hilltop views, creek valley

$449,950

542 acres

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Luxury Home Wildlife Ranch Texas Hill Country v Val Verde County v Del Rio

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Only 26 miles north of Del Rio, this beautiful luxury home scenic wildlife ranch with paved county road and US 277 frontage with access just minutes to boat ramp on Lake Amistad is the best of all worlds. The 2,900-square-foot with porches and carport and 1,624-squarefoot living area, steel-framed, stone-and-cedar, luxury three-bedroom, two-bath CHCA home with all appliances located just above a new wildlife lake, 5 blinds, 7 feeders, extensive interior road system, perimeter fenced, level mesas with cedar, blue sage, huisache and huisachillo to scenic pi単on-covered hills with oak mott and pi単on valleys at 1,680' to 1,822' elevations and abundant wildlife make for a superb recreational opportunity. The old Santa Fe Trail meanders through the ranch with clearly visible wagon tracks etched in limestone from countless wagon trains.

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Pinon Hills

$74,950

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Pinon Hills

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104 acres

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$395,000

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Home, wildlife lake

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Trophy Deer Ranch

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Texas Hill Country v Kinney County v Brackettville Only 20 miles northwest of Brackettville with elevations of 1,278 to 1,440 feet, this excellent cedar, huisachillo, huisache and blue sage wildlife habitat populated with trophy whitetail, turkey, dove and quail is conveniently located at the intersection of FM 3008 and FM 2523 and is surrounded by 4,000 acre, 10,000-acre and 20,000-acre ranches. The center of the ranch has a large hill with beautiful views overlooking thickly wooded creek bottoms on all sides with highway frontage.

The perimeter is game-fenced on 2 sides and the sub pump water well is 300 feet deep with 105 feet of water. There is almost 21,000 feet of perimeter fencing with almost 11,000 feet of frontage on FM 2523 with an interior road system, 8x40 cabin, 5 blinds, 5 feeders and a concrete dam on a solid rock basin water hole in one of the creek bottoms. Rio Grande Electric Co-op electric lines are available on the north and east sides of the ranch.

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Indian Creek Wildlife Ranches Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Rocksprings

Own some of this beautifully scenic wildlife habitat. This end-of-the-road wildlife haven has treecovered large valleys and rugged hills, 1,880 to 2,280-foot elevations, heavy live oak, shin oak and pi単on pine cover. Seasonal Indian Creek with axis, elk, fallow, whitetail, turkey, feral hogs, dove and quail. Shared wells. 2,200' airstrip. Electric service by Pedernales Electric Co-op.

100 acres road 3 sides, shared well, 550 gal tank, trough, protein feeder

$134,950

146 acres road 1 side, shared well, fence, feeder, water trough, views

$699,950

156 acres road 1 side, shared well, fence, feeder, water trough, views

$699,950

173 acres borders 18,000 ac 2 sides, 550 gal tank & water trough, 2 feeders/tripods

$199,950

206 acres Cabin, 2-550 gal water tanks, one 1,100-gallon water tank, trough, Indian Creek $349,950 210 acres 29' travel trailer, 3 water tanks & troughs, 4 blinds and feeders, pond 301 acres road 1 side, shared well, 4 water tanks & troughs, protein feeder

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Oak Hills Wildlife & Cattle Ranch Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Rocksprings

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Only 10 miles west of Rocksprings with elevations of 2,119' to 2,300', this rolling oak wildlife habitat has 11,500' of highway frontage, miles of interior roads, approximately seven miles of high fencing (entire perimeter high fenced), sub pump well, windmill well, concrete reservoir, swimming pool, wildlife pond, ranch home, bunkhouse, new barn, stock pens, three blinds and a feeder. This ranch ranges from oakcovered hilltops with panoramic views to large grass flats and gentle creek valleys with large oaks. This combination cattle and wildlife ranch has heavy populations of native wildlife only one hour from Continental Airlines nonstop Houston service with connections to 270 destinations in 48 countries. Owner terms available.

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Scenic Game & Cattle Ranch

Texas Hill Country Edwards County v Rocksprings

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Only 17 miles southwest of Rocksprings and less than one-half mile from FM 674 by county road, this scenic ranch is heavily wooded with live oak, shin oak, Spanish oak, walnut, pinon pine and cedar with elevations of 1,900' to 2,220' from gently rolling woods and meadows to rugged canyons crossed by large wet-weather creeks. The ranch features a 1,276' central air and heat, threebedroom, two-bath main lodge, 2,400' barn and bunkhouse, 1,256' pole barn, 8x20 feed storage container, two sub pump wells, concrete reservoir, one shared windmill well, miles of fencing and miles of interior roads.

The excellent wildlife habitat with grama, buffalo and bluestem grasses is home to a variety of native and exotic wildlife, including whitetail deer, turkey, dove, quail, aoudad, axis, elk, sika and blackbuck antelope under professional wildlife management. Some minerals are available.

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Indian Creek Elk Ranch

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Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Rocksprings Only 10 miles southwest of Rocksprings, this beautifully scenic wildlife habitat has Indian Creek, oak flats and multi-mile views. With elevations of 1,920' to 2,225', live oak, shin oak, walnut, pinon pine, three seasonal creeks, grama, buffalo, bluestem, 646' cabin, two 550-gallon water tanks, 1,100-gallon water tank, water trough, two blinds, excellent interior road system, centrally located in a 11,000-acre wildlife management area, whitetail, turkey, axis, fallow, elk, feral hogs, dove, quail, blackbuck and sika. This is the getaway ranch youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been waiting for.

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Red Bluff Creek Ranch

Texas Hill Country v Edwards County v Rocksprings

Only 28 miles southwest of Rocksprings with elevations of 2,000' to 2,250', this scenic wildlife ranch is a remote, end-of-the-road retreat with awesome views and easy access to US 377. There is a shared well nearby, but bring your generator as there are no power lines to obscure the multi-mile views. This excellent wildlife habitat of live oak, shin oak, Spanish oak and walnut is home to whitetail, axis, fallow, turkey, dove, quail and feral hogs. Seasonal Red Bluff Creek flows through the ranch and empties into the Dry Devilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s River just above Lake Amistad.

142 acres

Cabin, 2 blinds, 2 feeders

$159,950

175 acres

Cabin, 4 blinds, 3 feeders

$179,950

317 acres

2 cabins, 6 blinds, 5 feeders

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Hill Country Live Water Ranch 80+ Acres

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Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

This unique, historic, German-style homestead of limestone and frame construction is in a prime location with a permanent crystal-clear, rock bottom creek. The home features a living room with fireplace, four bedrooms (one with fireplace), three and one-half baths, large sleeping loft, patio, smokehouse, wine cellar and rustic pool. Other improvements include two barns, working pens, storage buildings, well, windmill and two stock tanks. The rolling terrain includes improved and native pasture, native large live oaks, pecan, elm and big-tooth maple. Excellent fencing. This ranch is just minutes from Fredericksburg or under one hour from San Antonio. Contact Al Philip, 210 415-8602.

Fredericksburg’s Finest 83± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Fredericksburg

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Minutes from downtown Main Street, these idyllic 83± acres showcase a live water creek, limestone main house, 1850s log cabin guesthouse, pool, 2±-acre pond, barbecue pavilion, barn, pecan orchard and rolling pastures rimmed by distant hills. The main house offers sophistication with Texas hospitality, hardwood floors, exposed beams, four fireplaces and a wet bar. Its full-length back porch overlooks a sparkling pool. Split-rail fencing crisply defines manicured trees and lawn around the homes. Improvements include three wells, five-bay equipment barn and shop, dog kennels/runs, crushed granite roads and fencing/cross-fencing. Contact John Tarrillion, 210 380-1229.

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Sierra La Rana, Ranch Community 10-250± Acres

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West Texas v Brewster County v Alpine

Featuring a perfect climate, perfect privacy and breathtaking views from your own ranch estate, this gated ranch community has entrance gates just 2± miles south of Alpine, near dramatic Big Bend and totals 11,000± acres, featuring exceptional riding, hiking and trophy hunting. Choose one of 10 to 250-acre tracts that have easy access to the municipal airport, shops, restaurants and Sul Russ University. Brochure available. Rick Kuper and Dudley Hays, 210 477-9279.

Mountaintop Lodge 150± Acres

West Texas v Brewster County v Alpine

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When you want to get away, pilot into magnificent Sierra La Rana in the foothills of the Davis Mountains near Big Bend National Park. This 150±-acre ranch out of 11,000±acre Sierra La Rana is high above at a 5,000±foot elevation overlooking the town of Alpine, allowing you to enjoy solitude, nature and the cool, crisp weather for the ultimate retreat.

The highlight is a lodge-style timber home with six bedrooms, four baths, a massive fireplace, covered porches and garage with guest suite. This property is near Alpine and its municipal airport, shops, restaurants and Sul Ross University. Rick Kuper and Dudley Hays, 210 477-9279.

Marathon Motel and RV Park 9.85± Acres

West Texas v Brewster County v Marathon

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Originally built in 1940, this motel had fame in the 1984 movie Paris, Texas. Renovation, expansion and luxury amenities optimize guest comfort and enjoyment, with unobstructed views of the Glass and Del Norte Mountains near Big Bend. The motel consists of 11 rental units, full hookup RV park and a private three-bedroom, two-bath home with walled courtyard. Featuring city water/sewer, irrigation well and windmill, underground utilities, smokehouse and picturesque pond and garden, this property has substantial room for expansion. Rick Kuper and Dudley Hays, 210 477-9279.

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Bachmann Ranch 102± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Kendalia

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An impressive two-story residence of Sisterdale stone set on a rise to maximize views highlights the idyllic Bachmann Ranch. The 5,700±-squarefoot floor plan includes five bedrooms, four and one-half baths plus a guest apartment. Featured are first and second-floor porches, a stone fireplace, hot tub, surround sound and a gourmet kitchen expanded by a patio grill kitchen. Improvements include three barns with stalls, three water wells, two tanks, 90± acres of pastureland and fencing/cross-fencing.

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Sabinal River frontage provides a picturesque water feature for these 11+ treed acres that are ideal for recreational or residential use.

Two adjoining level tracts gently slope to the riverbanks and feature native oaks, mountain laurel, cypress and grasses. There is a storage building with air conditioning and bath and a well. Native wildlife includes whitetail and axis deer and wild turkey.

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The “Diamond C” 20.50± Acres

Central Texas v Guadalupe County v Seguin

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Fine accommodations include a one-story, fourbedroom main residence with fireplace and a front porch that overlooks the tank, fountain and tropical pool; a second three-bedroom home; and a guest cottage. There is a well in addition to city water, two-car garage plus a onecar garage, kennels/dog runs, equipment barn, lighted 120' by 100' arena with 10 stalls and wash rack, outdoor round pen and RV hookups near the fishing dock.

Recreation Ranch 140± Acres

Texas Hill Country Bandera County v Pipe Creek

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Well-located 5± miles off Highway 16, this property ranges from level to rolling bottomland with scenic hilltops and distant views of Medina Lake. The ranch features good roads and choice clearings for homesites.

Water includes a well with windmill, seasonal creek plus natural springs that feed one tank.

There are massive native oaks, mountain laurel and madrona trees and wildlife, including whitetail and axis deer, turkey and hogs.

Recreation or Development 105± Acres

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This property is 3± miles north of the Highway 16 and FM 46 intersection, with excellent frontage on Bear Springs Road, just 20± minutes from Helotes or 30± minutes from NW Loop 1604 in San Antonio. This property offers a wonderful variety of terrain, from flat meadows to treed hilltops with numerous building site choices and two sides of Pipe Creek. There are many native oaks, other trees and native wildlife, including whitetail deer, axis deer, turkey and seasonal birds.

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Turkey Creek Ranch 2,008± Acres

South Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

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South Texas brush, Hill Country views and 1+ mile of Turkey Creek provide a superb combination for this unique ranch. Natural features and a handsome main residence are completed by a high-fenced perimeter, paved entrance road and recent hunting equipment. There is a well, water troughs, lake that is 300± acres and 200± acres of food plots. With fine improvements, the ranch is turn-key and ready to be hunted for native deer, turkey, quail, dove, javelina and hogs.

Twin Creek Ranch 1,877± Acres

South Texas v Zavala County v Uvalde

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hunting situation. Olmos and Gato Creeks traverse the ranch, providing good drainage and cover for wildlife, plus there is a water well, four tanks (one which is several acres when full) and a comfortable three-bedroom lodge overlooking the lake. The lodge can be reached at all times due to the paved road (.8± miles) from the main entrance. Superb brush diversity, nice accommodations and a good road system are among the many fine qualities of this ranch that features free-ranging whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, quail and dove.

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Leon Cita Ranch 38,741Âą Acres

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South Texas v Maverick & Kinney Counties v Spofford Own a piece of Texas history! A unique and rare opportunity to own one of the finest hunting ranches, game managed since 1982 to produce large whitetail deer. Truly wild and uninhabited, it offers a pristine and diverse geography with large lakes scattered throughout, is high-fenced on three sides and cross-fenced into 18 pastures with water to each. There are 600Âą-acres of

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6606 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78209

head capacity of 5-weight cattle, seven wells, 30 water troughs, 20 tanks, four 20+-acre lakes and Imperialis and Elm Creeks. Producing several deer 200+ B&C and many above 180 B&C, this property offers an outstanding deer herd, quail, turkey, hogs, javalina plus dove and duck hunting near the lakes, which also offer great bass fishing.

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Country Estate 68± Acres

Central Texas v Medina Co. v Castroville

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This showplace is in a commanding setting minutes from historic Castroville or downtown San Antonio! The main house has a two-story great room with stone fireplace and views of the tropical pool and spa. There is a 40' by 60' metal barn, a three-bedroom, two-bath caretaker’s house with garage, two tanks and fencing and cross-fencing.

Recreational Escape 156± Acres

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Just a mile north of scenic Concan in the Frio River Canyon, near Garner State Park, this property offers native grasses and trees that provide a haven for abundant native whitetail deer, hogs and exotics. There is a well with submersible pump, blinds and feeders. A plat and photos are available. This is a good hunting and recreational property less than 1.5 hours from San Antonio.

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Serene 15±-acre manicured grounds feature a gentle bluff along 600'± of crystal-clear Dry Frio River plus live Lightning Bug Springs Creek and a well. Ideal as an inspiring corporate or family river retreat, this phenomenal property includes a luxurious log main residence with fireplace; a second three-bedroom, two-bath home with porch overlooking the river; and a pleasant two-bedroom, two-bath bunkhouse.

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South Texas v Duval County v Freer

Find exceptional hunting and more on this unique property with a 12±-acre grape vineyard with red and white varieties, 11 wells,

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83± Acres

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Texas Hill Country Blanco County v Blanco

This magnificent residence is set on high, manicured, treed grounds with views of a designer pool with spa and beyond toward a valley with an 8,000±-square-foot horse barn.

The home features four living areas, three stone fireplaces, covered terraces and balconies, cabaña with wet bar and grill kitchen and a nearby guesthouse with garage. The barn offers five to six mare/foaling stalls, a manager’s apartment and a walk-in cooler and is enhanced by a lighted arena and pipe fenced corrals. There are two strong water wells and two creeks (one live water). Contact Bill Fischer 210 477-9402.

Hunting Texas 723± Acres

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Gently rolling terrain with native trees and brush combine with functioning stock tanks and a seasonal creek. Improvements include a barn and equipment sheds, plus perimeter low fencing. Some clearing provides open fields. Currently under agricultural exemption, it is used for hunting, but offers excellent sites for construction of choice. Truly in the heart of Texas, this ranch is minutes from a municipal airport with a 3,500'± runway, less than an hour from Waco or Temple, 1.5± hours from Austin or 2± hours from Dallas. For more information, visit www.coryellcountyranch.com. Contact Dennis DeWine 254 681-6812.

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he Carta Valley Wildlife Ranch is the ultimate exotic game ranch situated in the Texas Hill Country between Rocksprings and Del Rio in Edwards County. Once owned by a Texas legend, this sprawling 4,107-acre ranch is a showcase property with dramatic topography and trophy wildlife that will impress the most discriminating buyer.

Easily accessible with two miles of highway frontage, the Carta Valley Wildlife Ranch has an impressive stone entrance. Passing through the front gate, one can immediately feel the expanse of the valley and the solid presence of the ranch. The beautiful six-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath main lodge boasts tall ceilings, exposed logs, native rock floors and two gorgeous stone fireplaces, all atop a majestic peak. The main lodge has a distinctly rustic charm with a wide sweeping veranda completing the ambiance.

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Nearby Del Rio and its sister city Acuna, Mexico, are both safe and exciting border towns, with excellent restaurants, charming shops and other attractions, including the Val Verde Winery—Texas’ oldest. Also nearby is Lake Amistad National Recreation Area, known as a “top ten” Texas recreational and leisure destination. It is the largest lake in Texas and famous among bass fishermen. The reservoir affords a multitude of activities from houseboat vacations and water skiing to bird watching and overnight camping. In addition, some of the best examples of ancient Indian rock art on the North American continent can be found in the caves of the Devil's and the Pecos Rivers, which feed into the reservoir.

Easy international access to the ranch is made possible by Continental Airlines, which offers daily flights into Del Rio International Airport.

and blinds. There are five clear water wells; two of the wells are equipped with submersible pumps, and individual windmills power the remaining three. The water storage and distribution systems have been revamped, and many new, properly spaced watering locations have been established. Twenty new 2,000pound protein feeders have been placed in optimal sites, and 12 spin corn feeders have been positioned near executive hunting blinds.

The entire ranch perimeter is high-fenced and has undergone extensive renovation with stateof-the-art game proofing. The ranch is divided into four separate, contiguous pastures that are also high-fenced and easily accessed by a recently improved, comprehensive interior road system.

The current owners have an established relationship with th e Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and have employed a private game biologist to implement a management plan designed to maintain balance in the game population. Currently, 73 robust whitetail does from a trophy South Texas ranch have been released on the ranch. Additionally, a healthy number of axis, blackbuck antelope, aoudad, mouflan sheep, Rio Grande turkey and whitewinged dove inhabit the hills and hollows of the property.

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of the ranch, which includes the location of the property’s gigantic cave. Additionally, water systems, feed routines and animal rotations are comfortably in place to ensure an easy transition of ownership. Workers’ quarters are discreetly placed on the property, with an additional semi-secluded guest home or manager’s residence.

The Carta Valley Wildlife Ranch is in a prime location and outfitted with all the amenities to keep every member of a family or hunting party entertained. It is an excellent investment opportunity and should be seriously considered by those seeking a first-class retreat, second home or turn-key ranch. With brilliant night skies and colorful, majestic sunsets, the Texas Hill Country is a stunning, romantic setting for early evening al-fresco dining, family vacations and entertaining clients. Modestly priced at $1,040 per acre with property taxes under a wildlife exemption, a game ranch of this caliber will not last long on the Texas Hill Country ranch market. v

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310 Acres

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This amazing 310Âą- acre ranch just outside Bandera is a real treasure. The location itself is ideal: only 45 minutes from San Antonio and 30 minutes from Boerne, making this property easily accessible. Surrounded by hills with a private 35acre lake and large, majestic oaks, this land has a truly tranquil feel. Since all cedar has been cleared, more water is available to allow beautiful grass and pastureland to emerge. With high fences already in place, the ranch is ready for exotic game. Please call for a private showing. $3,100,000.

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81 Acres

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The fabulous Guadalupe River is the focus of the 81Âą-acre estate located on Highway 1340. Tremendous water opportunities invite everyone to picnic, swim, fish, canoe or just lounge by the cool rushing river. This water oasis includes a four-level chalet-style lodge with six bedrooms and five and one-half baths and two guesthouses. This would be a perfect family or corporate retreat. Other amenities include a large barbecue pavilion, outdoor fire pit, breathtaking views and abundant wildlife. This is truly a rare find in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market. $2,250,000.

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Texas Hill Country v Kimble County v Junction

Cradled in the surrounding hills of Junction is the captivating 130±-acre T & H Ranch. Legendary water with 2,572± feet of the Llano River makes this a premier water property in today’s market.

The river bottom is lined with huge oaks, pecan and mesquite trees. An abundance of wildlife, such as white-tailed deer, turkey and dove make this an ideal getaway in the gentle rolling hills. Go back in time with the rustic older home, scenic valleys and river land. Conveniently located to town and Interstate 10, this rare find won’t last long. Call for a private showing! $8,000 per acre.

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Clayton Ranch A & L Ranch 562± Acres

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Clayton Ranch features 240 acres three miles

Located in the magnificent Texas Hill Country is the A & L Ranch with 562± secluded acres. west of Harper, with easy access from Kerrville The finest scenery, hunting with abundant game and recreational opportunities await the and Fredericksburg, Special features of this ranch new owners. The main spring of the North Prong of the Medina River originates on this include paved county road frontage, three water ranch. Amenities include a hunter’s cabin, set of working pens and county road maintenance wells, lots of trees, many possible building sites and dead ends at the property. Lined along the creek bottom are several varieties of trees, such as an abundance of game. The owner would consider cypress, live oak, elm and pecan. This “nature’s hideaway” has been undisturbed and is truly selling separate tracts from 7 to 69 acres, starting at a diamond in the rough. It won’t last long. $2,495 per acre. Call for a private showing.

$4,850 per acre. Call for a private showing.

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Central Texas v Caldwell County v San Marcos

Come and see these 341± picturesque acres 20 miles east of San Marcos, fronting on Highway 80. An abudance of pecan trees highlight the sparkling San Marcos River running along the property’s boundary. Beautiful, lush, green coastal fields also cover this property. Special features include three water wells, three sets of working pens and a charming foreman’s house. This property has convenient access to Austin and San Antonio and is cradled deep in the heart of Texas. For these ideal elements, please call for a private showing. $1,600,000.

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Lago Vista Ranch

Texas ❖ Grayson County ❖ Whitesboro

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n a prime location north of Dallas, this Austin stone and brick home sits on 160 acres with a 10-acre stocked lake plus two additional lakes and large storage barn. The

four-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath home is adjoined by an office suite or apartment for a total of 4,700+ square feet. Off the master bedroom, a large balcony overlooks the 10acre lake. This is an excellent fishing, horse or cattle property with abundant wildlife. Offered at only $2,450,000. Contact Alicia Hipps 214 698-1736 (office) or 214 542-8376 (cell).

Visit www.greatpropertiesoftexas.com.

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hroughout Texas, the beautiful terrain of the Metroplex rolls and weaves, inspiring song, stories and spectacular dream homes for those who desire to forever capture the beauty of the region in a private

paradise. Consisting of 18,781 acres, this gentleman’s ranch allows one to pass through an ornamental iron gate and emerge into a pristine two-acre front yard that extends into the horizon. As one moves up the driveway, the house emerges, surrounded by landscaped flowerbeds and a large rose garden in the center of a circular drive.

The French/Mediterranean home features 4,300 square feet of spectacular living with a brick and stone exterior and a “floating foundation” reinforced by 40+-foot piers.

Inside, the home offers two baths upstairs, one and onehalf baths downstairs, four bedrooms upstairs (one a mirror-lined exercise room), a home theater with 80" screen and Runco 3-CRT projector, a wet bar with minirefrigerator/freezer, butler’s pantry, great room entry with 20' box and tray ceilings, 10' box or tray ceilings and crown molding downstairs, 9' ceilings upstairs, tiled mud room with shower spray, utility room with sunken floor, three fireplaces, 3-zone geothermal A/C heat, LAN wiring throughout, front and back patios and a 3.5-car garage.

The stunning master suite is the perfect place to escape the day, featuring a marble fireplace and a luxurious bath with walk-in two-head shower, garden whirlpool tub and stone tile floors. Throughout the property, the amenities are endless, including an 800' private well with 4,000-

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gallon storage, three sprinkler systems, a relaxing koi pond, 1,400 feet of pipe/cable fencing, a 900-square-foot kennel, 1,400-square-foot workshop, 3,200-square-foot barn, a 250' by 150' arena, 16' horse walker and a 60' round pen. Perfect for the equestrian enthusiast with a passion for training horses or one looking for the perfect place to escape the city and retreat to the country, this gentlemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ranch offers the perfect balance of amenities to enjoy the Texas lifestyle. $1,850,000. See the virtual tour online. v

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McGrew Ranch

Texas v Cooke County v St. Joe Texas

This 430-acre showplace ranch is in a prime location in Cooke County, just north of the Dallas/Fort

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Metroplex.

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architect Frank Welch designed this Hill Country-style home to take advantage of the spectacular views. With 1.5 miles of sandy beach frontage on the Red River, this worldclass equestrian ranch has indoor/outdoor arenas, deluxe show barns, offices, crossfenced with 14 pastures and excellent fishing and wildlife. The covered arena is 220' by 110', and the show barn is 120' by 40' and 60' by 40' with 16 stalls. There is a 10-stall training barn, a 20-stall mare motel, a 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122; covered round pen, a 60' by 40' hay barn, a party pavilion with fire

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pit, bar and his and her baths and a deluxe foremanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home. The main home is 10,000 square feet of incredible construction, featuring six bedrooms, seven baths, two powder rooms, huge rooms, including a 30' by 27' living room, a 24' by 17' dining room, 20' by 17' study, a 30' by 23' upstairs living room, high ceilings and a wonderful flow for entertaining. Prime potential for dude ranch or an opportunity to own one of the finest ranches in northern Texas.

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This is a rare opportunity to own one of the most awesome ranches in Texas, the North Star Land & Cattle Company in Winona, Texas. This 2,200-acre showplace has breathtaking views, highly improved pastures, creeks, lakes, wetlands and a potential lake site covering approximately 200 acres. North Star Land & Cattle Company is in a prime location midway between Dallas and Shreveport, just north of Interstate 20 near Tyler.

This ranch offers a glimpse of nature at its finest, providing a paradise for the outdoor lover, rancher, developer, hunter or fisherman. There are over 300 acres currently under high fence and the natural wildlife areas, covered with tall pines and hardwoods, offer abundant wildlife, including deer, ducks, dove, wild hogs and other fur-bearing animals. Fishermen will enjoy the well-stocked lakes with bass, crappie, bream and catfish.

As you enter the ranch through the original stone entry, a paved drive winds across two 4-acre lakes, bringing you to the main house, a recently remodeled 6,900-square-foot stone/wood home. The home features five living areas, new hand-scraped hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, granite countertops and balconies overlooking this lakeside setting. Outside is a 2,450-square-foot deck with stone cooking center, perfect for entertaining.

The guest cottage is 2,000 square feet and has also been completely remodeled, including a beautiful patio with outdoor fireplace overlooking the lake. A new state-of-the-art stone/cedar hunting lodge/conference and office center. Other amenities include a lighted tennis court with fully appointed locker room, a rustic office building/club house, workshop and three barns, one of which is a six-stall horse barn with an upstairs apartment. There are two new sets of cattle pens. The main working facility is approximately 150' by 100' with running water, electricity, hydraulic chute and commercial bulk scale on site. There are 1,400 acres of pastureland configured in a MIG format, with over 80 paddocks and connecting lanes, all with access to water. Pasture improvements include 200 acres of irrigated Tifton 85 Bermuda grass, and an extensive soil fertility program including liming, poultry litter and other enhancements. There are plans to add an additional 250 acres of irrigation (making a total of 500 irrigated acres) using the K-Line irrigation system, all supported by four new water wells. This is the finest turn-key cattle ranch available in East Texas!

For more information, contact Hoffman International Properties at 214 698-1736 or at www.MagnificentProperties.com.

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LANDTX David E. Culver P.O. Box 755 • Boerne, TX 78006

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Co-listed with

Hudson Properties, Inc. Paul Hudson 3144 Bee Caves Road • Austin, TX 78746

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Rancho Cuatro Hermanas

Texas Hill Country v Blanco & Hays Counties v Dripping Springs Rancho Cuatro Hermanas, a 732-acre landmark live water showplace with 1 mile of frontage on FM 165 west of Austin, is home to high ridges with stunning vistas, classic lodges, shimmering lakes and manicured creek-side bottoms. About 1.5 miles of Onion Creek flow through, and the water is clear and spring-fed, with most lakes holding up nicely throughout recent drought. Long known as a premier recreation and entertainment venue, this legendary property contains many useful amenities, which include a riding arena, indoor basketball court, skeet range, picnic sites and exotic game. With prime location convenient to San Antonio, Austin, Highland Lakes and Fredericksburg, this ultimate recreational investment is offered turn-key, with equipment and furnishings included, for $15,500,000.

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Luling River Ranch Central Texas v Guadalupe County v Luling

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Luling River Ranch is 164 acres of prime recreational/agricultural land with a small amount of frontage on the beautiful, hardflowing San Marcos River, just two miles from town. This site features a spring-fed creek that

originates on the property, creating a lush riparian wonderland of towering hardwoods, vines, flora and fauna. Trophy pecan bottoms, clean meadows, thick woods and rolling topography provide a habitat for deer, turkey, birds and varmints. Only about 45 miles from both Austin and San Antonio, this qualifies as one of the better, big live water offerings currently on the market for $5,500/acre.

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Rufi Ranch is a premier 291-acre Llano showplace of the highest order, combining productivity, function and beauty in a rarely found manner. The front of the ranch has been upgraded to accommodate fine registered animals and includes a nice home, horse barn, entrance and many other bells and whistles.

A strong creek flows through the center with trophy oak and pecan bottoms, and the back of the ranch is high-fenced and populated by trophy elk, axis deer and blackbuck antelope.

An extensive inventory of animals, implements and accessories are included in this offering valued at $2,900,000.

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Indian Spring

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Indian Spring Ranch is a 530-acre ultra-exotic masterpiece of nature bursting with live creeks and springs in the immediate vicinity of famed Enchanted Rock, just north of prized Fredericksburg. Massive granite slabs, unusual formations and movie-type natural settings are the norm at this pristine site, which features rough, interesting topography coupled with healthy hardwoods, lush wildflowers and native game. Strong-flowing Sandy Creek flows through the center, creating a canyon of waterfalls, clear pools and rock flow paths that are simply awesome. This rare offering is valued at $7,950/acre.

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Foster Ranch is a 347-acre combination of deep soil bottoms and towering hills that combine to create a delightfully private, stunningly scenic ranch retreat only a few miles from booming Boerne. Gigantic vistas, healthy mixed hardwoods, strong springs and exotic valleys are hallmarks of this interesting parcel, which lies in one of the most scenic settings found in the area. This rough diamond is the perfect candidate for the landowner with a plan to play out their vision of Hill Country stewardship, while still possessing the location that allows for a solid investment value at $7,950/acre.

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Curly H Lake is 365 acres of classic Hill Country land whose centerpiece is a spectacular, private valley surrounding a one-of-a-kind, drought-proof 7.5-acre lake. This ranch features major league vistas, spring-fed canyons, manicured bottoms and useful improvements, including a good ranch house. A strong branch of Onion Creek bisects the valley and feeds the lake, as well as a series of interesting, smaller step dams. With frontage on a paved FM road, this site is accessible to both Austin and San Antonio, 45 minutes either way, and is offered at $11,950/acre.

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Pecan Spring Ranch comprises 665 acres of spectacular, refined Hill Country land about 25 miles west of desirable Fredericksburg near Harper. This site is naturally secluded, with access via a private, paved road, yet is only minutes from necessities. A permanent, spring-fed creek flows

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pecan bottom. A combo of clean meadows, scattered oaks and thicker shin oak results in superb

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Cottage Hill Farm Central Texas v Bexar County v San Antonio

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Cottage Hill Farm is a clean 117-acre showplace only 20 miles from downtown San Antonio near sought-after St. Hedwig, in an area of premier farmsteads reminiscent of the Kentucky bluegrass country. This manicured ranch is planted in improved grasses, has scattered oaks and possesses a stunning hilltop building site with distant views of San Antonio.

Other amenities include a fishing pond, three water wells, hay barn, good fences and electric gate entrance. The sandy clay soils and gently rolling topography are perfectly suited for equines, and the broker-owned offering is valued at $8,950/acre.

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Mailtrail Valley Ranch comprises 12,393 acres of well-timbered Rocksprings Hill Country bisected by the wide, grassy valley of the Mailtrail Creek and its fascinating side canyons. Accessed by a private gravel road four miles from pavement, the site offers scenic vistas, trophy oak bottoms, rugged cliffs and healthy populations of whitetail deer and Rio Grande turkey. The ranch headquarters are classic, including excellent pens, good barns, neat home, airstrip and hangar. The entire ranch is well-watered and accessible by road, and the offering price is available upon request.

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Dogwood Estate Ranch Northeast Texas v Anderson County v Montalba

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Located south of Athens, these 198+ acres of beautiful East Texas timberland include pines, hardwoods and thousands of dogwood trees and feature gently rolling terrain with four lakes and a pond. The main home, situated on a 3-acre bass lake, has redwood exterior and boasts over 3,800 square feet. A second guest home of 1,200+ square feet is nestled in a huge pine forest with abundant wildlife, 15+ acres of lakes full of fish and heavy timber with whitetail deer. This is a sportsman’s heaven! $1,350,000.

Animal Lover’s Paradise Northeast Texas v Henderson County v LaRue

Arboles Y Lagos Verdes Ranch West Texas Stephens County v Breckenridge

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Approximately 792 lush acres covered with heavy mature live oak and mesquite located south of Breckenridge, Texas, on Highway 183, this property features six large ponds stocked with bass, one 6-acre lake, two small creeks for ample water for livestock and/or wildlife (deer, turkey, hogs, quail, dove, ducks and varmints), gently rolling terrain with wonderful vistas

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Located in the beautiful countryside between LaRue and New York, Texas, this property is

and building sites and frontage on CR 164 and

simply an animal lover’s paradise! This immaculate home consists of four bedrooms, three Highway 183. The owner/agent can offer the baths, about 3,100 square feet and has been updated to perfection. The home sits on 19 acres, property as three 264-acre parcels, a 264-acre and the property includes a 3,100-square-foot metal horse barn with big kennels, a big metal parcel and a 528-acre parcel or as the entire 792 equipment shed, fenced pastures and a 40' by 80' metal shop with office and play room. The

acres with prices per acre starting at $1,895 per

landscaping is luscious and features a koi pond and fabulous gunite heated pool. This is a acre. This unique recreational property is less haven for people who love the outdoors! $695,000.

than two hours from the Dallas/Ft. Worth area.

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Northeast Texas Henderson County v LaRue

Located southeast of Athens, just 85 miles from Dallas and surrounded by peaceful country on a lighted traveled road, this potential family compound or corporate retreat features rolling terrain, spacious pastures and stands of trees giving depth to the setting. Featuring three homes dotting the landscape, this unique 39-acre ranch has much to offer the rancher at heart. At the property’s entrance is a comfy two-bedroom, twobath mobile home, while on the back is a log home with full front deck and loft for the grandkids (or private office area). A Jim Walters home with three bedrooms, two baths, two

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living areas and a sunroom with incredible views finishes out the property. Leave the fast-

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Elegant East Texas Showplace Northeast Texas Henderson County v Athens

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187 beautiful acres consisting of rolling terrain, lush pastures with mature oaks surround this unique Texas Hill Country-style four-bedroom, three-bath ranch house. Featuring the utmost in comfort, this home boasts two living areas with wood-burning fireplaces and a huge deck overlooking a peaceful stocked lake. Family and guests enjoy the comfortable den with beamed ceiling and large wood-burning fireplace. For more intimate gatherings, the study with woodburning fireplace also overlooks the lake. A recently updated kitchen with center work isle has every necessity to cook up some fabulous Texas cuisine. Guests can enjoy some privacy in the â&#x20AC;&#x153;bunk houseâ&#x20AC;? located next to the main

ranch and complete with kitchen and bath. A 6,000-square-foot shop/game room with living quarters provides a unique place to store an RV and enjoy hobbies. The essential elements of a working ranch are available in one of the most unbelievable settings north of Athens and only minutes from the Metroplex. This is an upscale retreat and a place of solitude amidst the beautiful East Texas hills. $1,900,000.

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These 152 acres offer a mixture of open pasture and wooded areas; 130+ acres of native pasture; 22 acres of mesquite, cedar and oak brush; long county road frontage on CR 226; good fencing; whitetail deer, hogs, turkey, dove and quail; a nice hilltop building site; and great vistas. This is great ranching/hunting acreage just 12.5

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miles south of Brownwood off FM 586 in the Northeast Texas v Van Zandt County v Canton Indian Creek Community. $1,795/acre.

Discover the utmost in country living on 25 rolling acres. This special offering includes two

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bedroom, two-bath main home enjoys spacious rooms, high ceilings, wood-burning fireplace and a classic wraparound porch. The two-bedroom, one- and one-half-bath adjoining guest home

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offers privacy and a comfortable, inviting feel. The site is a wonderful mixture of hardwoods,

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beckons the most avid angler. Only a short drive from the Metroplex, this wonderful offering

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Experience the beauty of East Texas! $429,500.

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Spring Hollow Farm

“Where East Texas Begins”

The Ultimate Country Retreat

Northeast Texas v Henderson Co. v Athens

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The scenic and renowned Hawn Ranch,

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A magnificent 206-acre property accenting all aspects of a country getaway, this property comes

an East Texas classic with beautiful rolling

alive with a fabulous spring-fed lake, lush pastures, expansion forests and abundant wildlife. acres, pristine springs, two ponds, improved The six-bedroom main house offers an informal, casual lifestyle and overlooks the fully stocked

coastal meadows and excellent homesites on

fishing lake. In addition, the main house, a two-bedroom, two-bath cabin built in 2000 and a large 240±acres is only minutes from the Dallas/Ft. workshop are also included. Discover the beauty of East Texas! $1,300,000.

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Enter this 10+-acre property through its solarpowered automatic gate; drive up the gentle incline and admire the stately appearance of this finely built home. The grounds are dotted with newly planted fruit trees of peach, apple and apricot. There are established pecan trees that greet your drive in and native oaks that

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north portion of the property. New and unique

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describe this home, built in 2005, with natural materials like stone and wood with a partially

covered flagstone patio and custom columns that enhance the main covered porches. The entry welcomes you with its tailor-made curved mahogany double doors with beveled glass. This home is complete with four bedrooms, four and one-half baths and three living areas. The main living area has a wood-burning fireplace and built-in shelves. There is a formal dining or exercise room, a gourmet kitchen that would suit any cook’s dream and a three-car garage. This home will accommodate any size family. Custom features of the home include imported tile throughout, several walk-in showers with dramatic tile work, unique vanity cabinetry with outstanding mirrors, deep crown molding. The house also features recessed lighting and specialty ceiling fans throughout. All of these amenities and much more combine to create the tremendous appeal afforded with this offering. $539,000.

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These 2,618 acres with three-plus miles of Red River frontage are on FM 680, north of Quanah, Texas. Why pay South Texas prices when this ranch has it all at a better value, including whitetail deer in excess of 180 B&C and hundreds

of turkey, hogs, dove, bobwhite quail, sandhill cranes, ducks, varmints and a few mule deer. The property features rolling terrain, two large wheat fields, heavy oaks, hackberry, cottonwood, elm and mesquite timber, wetland areas, creeks, grass flats, five windmills, miles of ranch roads, 21 custom blinds and feeders, a 2,400-square-foot (seven bedrooms and two baths) furnished lodge with large porch, five-car carport and storage room, small cabin, sand hills, bois d’arc belts and ponds. The property is fenced and cross-fenced and offers great views. $1,145/acre.

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Barnes Lake Ranch Northeast Texas v Henderson County v Athens

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This one-of-a-kind retreat offers a secluded getaway from the “Big City.” The 1,600-square-foot, low-maintenance home with two bedrooms and two baths was built in 2006 and has a huge covered front porch, one-car garage plus storage, stained concrete flooring throughout, metal roof and lots of windows with great views. 125 rolling acres just east of Athens with wooded areas, open meadows, gravel ranch roads and perimeter fencing. The recreational prospects are unlimited and include gentleman ranching, bass fishing, whitetail deer, duck, hog, dove, varmint hunting, nature walks, etc.

Additional features include a 10-acre stocked lake, two 2.5-acre catfish ponds, one small pond, spring creeks and a duck marsh. $725,000.

Peaceful Retreat Northeast Texas Henderson County v Athens

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This 40-acre retreat is the perfect location, the perfect house and the perfect setting. Located

Lago Vista Ranch Northeast Texas Anderson County v Montalba

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Enjoy the benefits that living in the country offers. This very charming 46 acre place with a great deal of character is a quiet and private

north of Athens and just about an hour from Dallas,

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two- and one-half-bath home is surrounded by peaceful country. The decorative entry gates gives a great first impression and as the rock drive leads you down the property’s west boundary, your attention is immediately drawn to the grand presentation of this beautiful rock and brick home.

Sit and enjoy lazy afternoons on the large covered patios or on the open areas around the home,

which boast mature oaks, dogwoods, pines and fruit trees. The balance of land is filled with rolling horse or cattle ranch with many excellent vistas terrain, huge trees and Pottwatomie Creek. The 30' by 50' metal barn complete with electricity and and nice improvements, including a 3,128±- water, three overhead doors and a wood stove, keeping it cozy during cold spells and allows the square-foot home completely remodeled in breeze to flow through during the warmer spells. Leave the fast-paced, hectic world behind you, and 2005, a 1,728-square-foot barn with horse come to appreciate and enjoy the solitude of country living in beautiful East Texas. $359,000. stalls and tack room and a 1,000-square-foot

barn with storage area. Enjoy the hilltop view of the 6-acre spring-fed, stocked lake. Mostly pasture, some wooded areas hold whitetail deer and wild hogs, fenced and cross-fenced with board fencing around the home. This super weekend retreat is 18 miles south of Athens on Highway 19. $439,000.

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This gorgeous country estate on 23+ acres overlooks green meadows and lakes. So quiet, so serene, this is a perfect place to relax and live a luxurious life. The home was planned with the goal of perfection, custom-built with attention to

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in the entry and a spectacular master suite. The 3,800-square-foot home has three bedrooms, three

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and one-half baths, an office and a big bonus room upstairs with a full bath and lots of room for landscaping, rock walkways and awesome views, this whole package is “perfection,” waiting for the right owners to make it their hilltop dream home! $795,000.

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Northeast Texas v Henderson County v Kerens

Pay special attention to this offering north of Kerens, Texas, midway between Athens and Corsicana. Great consideration has been afforded the placement of the home, barn, separate office and fencing along with noticeable attention to a “no maintenance, low cost” message. This energyefficient home built in 2004 has approximately 2,400 square feet, a covered front porch, large living room furnished with a wood-burning stove, very spacious bedrooms and a master bath with custom cabinetry, hand-painted tile sink and double shower with slate walls. The kitchen is complete with custom hickory cabinets, beautiful hand-painted tile backsplash and cabinet pulls, mega counter space and recessed lighting. The property features a 30' by 40' metal barn with concrete flooring, a loft, high ceiling, a bath with shower, a roll up overhead door and two 20' x 40' wing sheds on each side with pens and dirt flooring. With its rolling terrain, huge trees and Rush Creek that runs along the east side of the property and a pond which is the perfect watering spot for wildlife and stock, this very scenic 57-acre ranch offers the owner peaceful privacy and seclusion.

Leave the fast paced, hectic world behind you, and come to appreciate and enjoy the solitude of country living in beautiful East Texas. $395,000.

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Three Fork Ranch Northeast Texas Van Zandt County v Canton

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A private tree-lined lake is only a short drive east of Dallas near Canton. This 108-acre property’s focal point is an approximately 20acre lake with covered fishing pier. Wildlife abounds in this accessible, yet secluded

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This classic 140-acre ranch combines the natural beauty of East Texas, rolling hills, native foliage and spring-fed creek and lake. The custom-designed and constructed three-bedroom, three-bath main home has many unique features. The main living area features a 28' ceiling and a massive wood-burning fireplace with natural stone finish. A workout room, wet bar, entertaining area and private office are also included. Enjoy early morning coffee on the upstairs balcony, which includes a hot tub/spa. The focal point of the property is a newly constructed 10±-acre prolific spring-fed lake. Open pastures and native hardwoods round out the property. This complete ranch combines all the best that East Texas offers. $1,200,000.

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Fabulous 245-Acre Luxury Ranch Central Texas v Blanco County v Johnson City

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A truly exceptional 245-acre Texas Hill Country property studded with oak and elm trees boasts a beautiful seasonal creek and fabulous Hill Country views. The supreme luxury home on the property offers spacious living areas and incredible features, including a swimming pool with rooftop waterfall you must see to believe.

Beyond is a picturesque pond stocked with fish.

Located in the heart of the Hill Country, north of Johnson City and close to the intersection of US 281 and US 290, the property is within one hourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drive of both San Antonio and Austin.

The four-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath home was built in a U-shape configuration around the stunning swimming pool. The master suite with breakfast bar and adjacent exercise room is on one side, while all secondary bedrooms are across the pool in the opposite wing. The spectacular master bath has a glass wall with suspended mirrors above the double vanity with a private view. Behind the spectacular rooftop waterfall are large and spacious living areas. The chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen features a double sink island, granite counters, a Jenn-Air four-burner gas stove with griddle and grill, plus a combination convection/microwave over a standard oven and warming drawer. The breakfast bar offers seating on both sides with pendant lights. Other rooms include a game room with wet bar and a very attractive study with a separate outside entry. Columned loggias wrap around three sides of the pool and a separate spa. There is an extra-long three-car garage. This property is entirely game fenced, and wildlife includes axis deer and llama.

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A wonderful 26.224-acre retreat in Baffin Bay offered for sale in an area that rarely has this kind of opportunity, this property is currently used as a small lodge with four cottages, all 960± square feet with two bedrooms and two baths. Future buyers may want this ranch for a hunting and fishing estate. The land is cleared for development or can be used for bird watching. There is a glass-enclosed Palapa used for conferences or meetings, a covered picnic area with a great view of Baffin Bay and the

Baffin Bay Retreat South Texas v Kleberg County v Rivera

300-foot lighted pier. There are 340 feet of waterfront, an enclosed swimming pool and a small stock tank. There is an abundance of trout and red fish, plus deer and hogs in addition to a good amount of ducks during the winter.

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Law ranch is 10± miles west of Cotulla in the northwest portion of La Salle County. The ranch fronts on Ayala Road (county road) on the south and is only a mile from FM 468. The property is approximately half good, big brush and half pasture. The mixture of brush and pasture make this an ideal place for both running cows or other livestock and provides plenty of cover for native game, such as deer, hogs, doves, quail and a wide array of varmint species. Sage Creek, a wet-weather creek, runs the entire length of the property from the north to the south and provides a haven for wildlife. The improvements on the property are minimal, but it does have good perimeter fencing with fair to poor cross fencing. There is a water well, but it has not been used for quite some time, and the owner is not sure if it is still operational. This is the property size that many buyers are looking for, and the pastureland will allow the new owner to have income production from property. $991,800.

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Just outside Johnson City, this 67± acre ranch offers an incredibly quaint restored, three-bedroom, two-bath home nestled among level to rolling terrain, oak trees, open areas and two cleared pastures for current hay production. Two creeks run through the property, including Rocky Creek that runs year-round except in drought and Flat Creek that runs during wet weather through the west side of property. Features also include county road frontage, a water well, a well-done bunkhouse/ implement building and two barns (one for farm equipment and one of the livestock). The fences

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livestock. Wildlife on the property include deer, turkey, axis, dove and other small game. $804,000.

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An ideal hunting, ranching or recreational ranch comprised of 176 acres plus a 418-acre parcel of land, a total of 594Âą acres, is to be sold together as one property. Heavy South Texas brush makes the perfect habitat for deer, turkey, hogs, dove, ducks and quail. Unobtrusive stripper oil wells are on both properties with roads maintained by the oil companies. There are pens and a small hunting cabin. Water is provided by a large tank that can turn into a large lake during wet periods.

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This 220-acre ranch, just outside of Devine, Texas, has terrain that varies from guajillo and black brush hills to rolling mesquite and native grass pastureland with approximately 40 percent brush and 60 percent native and improved pasture. The hilltops on the ranch are among the highest in the area and provide great views and potential building sites. There are two stocked tanks and a windmill. A metal equipment/hay storage barn and good fencing make this a great hunting ranch, which is well suited for livestock.

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This 380-acre property is a great find located between Castroville and Natalia, just minutes south of San Antonio. An ideal mix of native brush and pasture provide a great habitat for deer and quail. Of the 380 acres, 120 acres are composed of rolling terrain featuring a couple of nice hills, which offer beautiful views of the surrounding property. Additional features include fencing, cross fencing, a barn, holding pens and two stock tanks, one of which is approximately 1 acre.

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Located a short drive from San Antonio, this unimproved 460Âą-acre ranch is an oasis of brush surrounded by farmland. The terrain is gently sloping brush country, and the soil is deep red sandy loam. Water comes from a livestock well driven by an electric submersible pump. There is a large stock tank filled by captured runoff.

Wildlife is abundant with great brush cover.

The habitat is ideal for quail, dove, whitetail, pigs, turkey and other small game.

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This remarkable riparian oasis features the confluence of the Frio and Leona Rivers on the property. A Carrizo water well furnishes about 40 gallons per minute to an 8,000-gallon water storage tank next to the cattle pens. The oak and brush-filled river bottoms furnish shade, cover, water and food for whitetail deer, hogs, turkey and varmints in great quantity and quality throughout the year. Cattle pens, water troughs and cross fences make a high-intensity grazing operation easily accomplished. Several small fields can be planted in oats or grazer, depending on the season. A large quantity of game routinely traverses these bottoms, as they are the preferred route of travel for wildlife. A low-water bridge across the Frio gives access between the rivers.

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This small 200-acre property in big ranch country will provide many enjoyable hunting memories for the new owner and friends. Located just five minutes from Dilley, 70 miles from San Antonio, this place has great native brush, three stock tanks and paved county road access. The terrain is nearly flat, red sandy loam with diverse brush throughout. Wildlife includes deer, hogs and

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Cedar Creek Ranch

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This outdoorsmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paradise is just 37 miles east of Dallas and only .5 mile from Kings Creek Country Club. Great recreational property offers both open and wooded areas, abundant wildlife, scenic elevation changes and flowing creek. Acreage includes lovely hilltop homesite, excellent road frontage, co-op water and agricultural exemption. $475,000.

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Located only 40 miles east of Dallas, this 400acre working cattle ranch is fenced and crossfenced with barns, corrals and working pens.

Co-op water and excellent road frontage are included, as well as a small home ideal for foreman or weekend bungalow. There is easy access to I-20. $6,250/acre or $2,500,000.

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Just 18 miles from downtown Dallas but a world away, this custom three-bedroom, two- and one-half-bath home comes with all the amenities you expect in a setting you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget. 50 rolling, manicured acres with trees are pipe fenced with ponds and much more. Ideally this property suits the gentleman rancher or equestrian. City water and sewer are available, as well as agricultural exemption. $695,000.

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Lazy M Ranch

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Northeast Texas Kaufman & Van Zandt Counties v Mabank Just one hour east of Dallas, the stunning Lazy M Ranch cannot be compared. This working cattle ranch offers lush rolling, improved pastures, a 20-acre stocked lake and 200-acre wooded lowland area where wildlife abounds. Fronted on two county roads and FM 90, operational improvements include pipe and cable perimeter fencing, cross fencing, 28 barns/equipment, loafing sheds, workshop as well as working cattle pens and chutes. The 4,200-square-foot residence boasts

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complete with sitting area, office and exercise room. The island kitchen adjoins the formal living and dining rooms to the magnificent great room which features a soaring stone fireplace and antler chandelier. Tile and wood flooring and split bedrooms are in home with guest quarters on second level with private entrance. Diving pool and spa included, as well as agricultural exemption. $5,250,000.

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Shatzie Ranch

Central Texas McCulloch County v Brady

Located between Mason and Brady with about a mile of US Hwy 87 frontage and about 1,100' on the San Saba River, this high-fenced ranch is equipped to be the ideal corporate retreat and entertainment property. The land is rolling Hill Country with lots of cover from live oak, persimmon, mesquite, cedar and others. The long list of amenities begins with the main lodge, professionally decorated and built using many unique custom finish details, like cedar decorative trim, custom light fixtures and much more. It consists of four bedrooms and three baths. Then add a guesthouse with three bedrooms, two baths and a fabulous 1,300-square-foot party house that will be at the center of all the events held at the ranch.

Game on the ranch consists of whitetail, axis, black buck, European red stag, addax and fallow (white, chocolate and spotted). Located within the 60' by 60' ranch shop is a processing facility with commercial-grade touches, plus a smoke room and cold storage facilities. Best of all, just about everything you see on the ranch will convey in the sale, including the home furnishings, blinds, feeders, four-wheelers, shop equipment and the game. Contact Dennis, shown by appointment only. Virtual tour online. Dennis@Kusey.com.

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amenities for the equestrian enthusiast. Built in 1999, the three-bedroom, three- and onehalf-bath main home offers an office, great room, formal dining room, breakfast area, laundry room, large closets, 10' ceilings, 29' by 30' attached two-car garage and 10' covered rear and front porches. The barn (40' by 73') offers 12' insulated walls, six 12' by 14' stalls, rubber floor mats, a wash rack, feed room, tack room, storeroom, automatic water dispenser, fly system, light system, 16' rear roof extension, a 20' by 20' front porch, a palpation chute with foal compartment and five paddocks. There are 1 to 3 acres with water and shelter, a 21-acre main pasture with water and shelter, a 12' by 16' tool shed, good hay production, a 40' round pen and one mile of three-rail vinyl fencing. $1,300,000.

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Majestic hardwoods complete the topography of this spectacular executive hilltop home on 100 improved acres. Once you have entered the rotunda, you will travel on stained concrete and hardwood flooring throughout this

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moldings and cathedral ceilings complement the impressive wood beams. At 5,200 square feet, this home is designed for entertaining. Features include five bedrooms, gourmet kitchen, lanai, granite surfaces throughout, formal dining, study, morning room, sun balcony, library nook and game room fit for a king. Property amenities include long road frontage, a large pond and horse barn with five Priefert stalls, huge tack room and full bath. Offered at $1,300,000 by Sandra Perry.

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This beautiful, impeccable working cattle ranch on 171 highly improved acres features an outstanding, one-of-a-kind customized main home with 3,100 square feet surrounded by quality and attention to the smallest details. Built in 2003, it has three bedrooms, two and one-half baths, a huge great room

with soaring inlaid hardwood ceilings, open gourmet kitchen and a natural stone entry hall. The are looking for, this property, all tucked away second home is completely separate from the main house. The 80' by 40' barn comes fully equipped from the road and located in two counties, to work cattle with water, electric, corrals, working pens, loading and perm squeeze chute, holding is perfect. Still under construction, the main

pens and cattle guards. This property has five ponds and part of a 30-acre lake. Recent fencing runs house offers three bedrooms and two baths, the perimeter of this property with over 4,100' of frontage that wraps a corner road. $1,300,000. and the guesthouse features one bedroom and one bath. The property also has two barns with water and electricity, three ponds and a lighted outdoor arena. This property offers improved pastures, approximately 60% woods, fenced and cross-fenced and great hunting. All this on 129 acres. $549,000.

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One word, fabulous, describes this gentlemen’s ranch! Give up luxury because you’re in the country, not here! Raise your favorite cattle, bail superb hay or go fishing on your private 15-acre lake everyday; it’s your choice. Great care was taken in the placement of the house, as the lake is visible from many areas of the home. This slice of Heaven is on 93 acres of prime coastal land.

This never before lived in home features cathedral ceilings, custom moldings and custom builtins throughout. Granite counters, hardwood floors, a great room, formal dining, media room, game room, hot water on demand, central vacuum system, dual staircase and a study off the exquisite master bedroom suite await you. Offered at $995,000 by Sandra Perry.

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Burnt Oaks Ranch

Texas Hill Country Gillespie County v Fredericksburg Purchase your own hilltop retreat just minutes from Fredericksburg in the heart of Gillespie County hunting country. Enjoy a Hill Country-style limestone and frame home (2,400 square feet) plus guesthouse (1,100 square feet) both with metal standing seam roofs on 50 manicured, fenced acres that has a 35 gpm water well. A metal I-beam insulated shop (32' by 22') with two parking bays and garage door opener provides ample dry storage. There is a stock tank fed by wet weather creek in addition to an antique stone outbuilding with concrete floor and metal roof. This private retreat boasts million-dollar 360-degree views and offers privacy, peace and tranquility! Large enough for horses or cattle yet close enough to town for shopping and entertainment. Adjoining 30 to 95 acres can be purchased for a larger tract. $1,300,000.

Brady P. Anders, Broker.

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This hilltop country estate sits on over 57 gently sloping acres nestled inside The Preserve at Walnut Springs. Located just outside Johnson City, this property offers incredible 360-degree views of the Pedernales River Valley and the surrounding Hill Country. Four-bedroom, fourand one-half-bath main lodge consists of 3,849 square feet with custom woodwork, kitchen with fireplace, covered porches and a pool off a masonry patio. The separate two-story , threebedroom, three-bath guesthouse consists of 2,046 square feet with loft, fireplace, wet bar and views.

There is also a 600-square-foot caretakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house with a loft bedroom/bath and living area. This

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property is ideal for entertaining and is the largest lot available in The Preserve at Walnut Springs.

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These 63 tree-covered acres sit between Stonewall and Johnson City and are loaded with deer, turkey and other wildlife. The property sits next to large ranches to the West and North with an acreage community to the East. The land is rolling with some great views of the Pedernales River Valley. If you are looking for a recreational retreat or that ranchette to build a custom home on, this is it. Property is located just over an hour from San Antonio and Austin International airports with affordable Blanco County taxes. Priced under market at $579,600.

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These extremely well manicured 43+ acres are located between Stonewall and Johnson City. This would make great horse, winery or cattle property and it has commercial potential with US290 and RR1320 frontage. This ranch boasts improved grasses, three medium ponds, mature oaks, fenced/cross-fenced, 60' by 120'

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barn, 25' by 60' shed, corrals, 40' by 60' barn with five horse stalls and electric gate entrance with nice views of the rolling hills. Property is cleared of cedar and has been well cared for. $975,000. Brady P. Anders, Broker.

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This 189-acre ranch is located seven miles west of Johnson City, Texas, off Rocky Road. This ranch has live water with 1,000Âą feet of Rocky Creek on the southern border of the property and is less than one hour away from Austin, San Antonio, Fredericksburg and Kerrville.

The owner has just put in improved roads and cleared cedar from the front of the property. The location of this ranch offers great views of the Hill Country. The back portion of the property has been left for the natural habitat of deer, turkey and hogs, which are plentiful for the hunter or outdoor lover. The perimeter of the ranch is fenced and has three entry gates from Rocky Road. The split-level, three-bedroom and two- and one-half-bath main house was built in December of 2005. A second homestead is on the property that offers two bedrooms, one bath and 950 square feet with a den off of the kitchen, which could be used as a bed and breakfast, guest home or hired hand housing. $2,500,000. Tracy Spear, Agent, 830 456-7415.

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These 16 acres are located directly off Hwy 71 west on FM 413 on an excellent site for commercial or residential use. Current owners have fenced the property; the water well and electricity are in place. The homesite is cleared and ready for building. A new 30' by 40' six-stall horse barn has just been completed. There are two ponds located on the property. The property has a gradual, upwards smooth slope that offers a beautiful view of the Hill Country. Three miles from the sandy shores and boat ramp of Lake Travis in a very desirable area between Austin and Marble Falls. $269,000. Tracy Spear, Agent, 830 456-7415.

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Big River Land & Cattle Company offers an amazing value for the cattleman. Two adjoining ranches totaling 544 highly productive acres are cross-fenced into 15 pastures, many of which are level and fertile bottomland soil and bordered on three sides by the Angelina National Forest.

The two well-equipped ranches offer three permanent homes, two modular homes and three main barns ready for the serious cattleman or the weekend rancher. Located in the heart of central East Texas, these ranches also provide a great opportunity for someone considering a hay or sod farm. $1,300,000.

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Totaling 226 acres, Lazy D Ranch is set up perfectly to make it your own with great pastureland, a 3+-acre lake, brick home, barns, storage buildings, 3,000+ feet of paved frontage and even more on a forest service road. This ranch has all the elements to develop a rural showplace. $1,356,000.

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These 309 acres of horse and cattle country midway between Bryan/College Station and Huntsville offer frontage on two major highways and two county roads, two hay pastures with Johnson grass and Jiggs, new fencing and a lake. The Farm is a performance horse training facility with barns, horse walker, round pen and turnouts. The lighted, timed-event arena features an announcer’s stand and a large covered area for contestants and spectators. The main residence dates from the 1880s and offers three bedrooms and three full baths, central air conditioning and heating, 11’ ceilings, wainscoting and oak and pine wood flooring. A guesthouse completes the amenities of this outstanding ranch. $2,200,000.

Established 1967

Pace Ranch Southeast Texas v Montgomery County v Montgomery

Jacobs Properties

Located just 26 miles from Houston’s Beltway 8, these 480± acres of river bottom ranchland in

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This dazzling custom home close to Lake Conroe on 28.6 unrestricted acres includes four bedrooms, three and one-half baths, a two-story den, rock fireplace, island kitchen, several patios overlooking the pool and spa and a cabana with large rock fireplace. There is a one-bedroom, one-bath guesthouse, a large pond, scattered trees, a metal barn and an open-air pavilion. $1,250,000.

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This elegant one-story custom home graces a 9.8-acre cul-de-sac lot in an acreage subdivision

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M&S Ranch features 48 acres ready for you and your animals. The 3,200-square-foot ranch home, built in 1999, has three bedrooms, two and one-half baths, an office and an extra room off the master bedroom. There is a six-stall horse barn with office and half-bath, a hay/equipment barn, cattle pens and pastures for horses and cattle, all with water and power. An 8-acre lake is stocked with bass, catfish and perch. $1,200,000.

just north of Magnolia. Built in 2001, the home offers 5,587 square feet, four bedrooms, four and one-half baths, both formals and his and her offices. The four-car garage with Texas basement is joined to the house via a two-car carport. The yard is fenced and landscaped, and the pond is stocked with bass and perch. Enjoy room to run and room to breathe. $969,000.

Established 1967

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A stunning builderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home on 34 acres features 4,117 square feet, four bedrooms, four and onehalf baths, a great room with aspen vaulted ceilings and two-story stone fireplace, a two-bedroom, one-bath apartment above the three-car garage and a swimming pool with spa. Welcome for horses or cattle, the property features scattered hardwoods, a large pond and sandy soil. $997,500.

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Helotes Pinnacle Ranch 191 Acres

Central Texas v Bexar County v Helotes

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Can you imagine absolute privacy only 15 minutes from San Antonio? Then, add breathtaking 360-degree views from the deck of your handcrafted 5,000+-square-foot dream home perched upon a pinnacle plateau overlooking San Geronimo Creek and a veritable forest of granddaddy live oaks and elms. All this comes on 191 acres of some of the most scenic and pristine land left in Texas Hill Country. If wildlife is your passion, welcome to heaven and home to Boone and Crockett-sized whitetail deer, massive flocks of wild turkey, rambunctious wild hogs and plentiful native fish in the stock pond and blue holes along San Geronimo Creek. This ranch is within an easy commute along Highway 16 to multiple shopping centers and San Antonio north-side schools. Better call today for your appointment! $2,500,000.

Askey Lake Game Ranch

506 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Sisterdale

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Seeking a truly first-class private fishing lake in the Hill Country? Look no further than this spectacular game ranch with a 12-acre, 32-foot-deep sparkling jewel loaded with bass, bluegill and catfish and conveniently located just north of Sisterdale, minutes to Boerne, Fredericksburg and San Antonio. A nearly new two-bedroom home plus adjoining office with guest suite overlook the beautiful lake. The ranch is entirely high fenced, complete with game working pens and is stocked with a variety of exotics, including

springbok,

waterbuck,

zebras,

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blackbuck antelope, wildebeests, scimitar-

312 River Road â&#x20AC;˘ Boerne, TX 78006

horned oryx, axis and fallow deer, elk, eland

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Sierra Vista Ranch 562 Acres

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your own private Hill Country ranch. Build your dream house or a mountain cabin—the choices are limitless. Spanish, live and lacey oaks, wild cherries, cedar elms and mountain laurels blanket the landscape accented by a winding seasonal creek with sculpted bluffs.

Native whitetail deer and turkey call this paradise home—so should you! The property is only 30 minutes from San Antonio out Highway 16. $2,425,000.

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Enjoy views in every direction, including some of the five-mile distant Medina Lake. This ranch is a botanical wonderland filled with an extensive variety of native hardwoods and lots of healthy live oaks, madrones and wild cherries. There are fabulous scenic building sites; just pick the view direction of your choice! This property offers easy access to San Antonio via Highway 16 and Bump Gate Road.

Neighbors are large ranches and native wildlife.

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Mason Granite Lands Ranch 397 Acres

Texas H ill Country v Mason County v Mason

W. K. Shumpes Co.

312 River Road • Boerne, TX 78006

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Surrounded by large ranches, this private 397-acre ranch features intriguing granite outcroppings and boulders juxtaposed against rolling hills dotted with wildflowers and mature post oaks and blackjack. There are numerous stocked ponds, two seasonal creeks, large pipe working pens and two submersible wells. This ranch is a great set-up for horse or cattle operation, plus it offers excellent hunting. The property fronts a paved county road and is conveniently located only 15 minutes north of Mason and one hour from Fredericksburg. Price reduced to $1,185,000.

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This magnificent, 19,000+-square-foot European-influenced country estate sits gracefully on 123 acres of manicured Texas Hill Country. With commanding panoramic views of mountaintops and a jewel-like, crystalline-clear private lake nestled in the valley leading to the residence, this estate has been designed with detailed attention to sophistication and style. Some of the most luxuriant features include an expansive 38-foot-tall, two-story great room with hand-painted frescoes on the arched ceiling, a multi-room kitchen suite with granite countertops, a digital theater with recliner seating for 11, a climate-controlled wine cellar and tasting room, a luxurious office framed by dramatic views of the surrounding Hill Country, an elegant ballroom with balcony, a self-contained ground-floor suite for extended family, a covered pool with full outdoor kitchen, plus an opulent master suite with massive bath and dressing areas. Additional rooms and features are simply too numerous to list.

Canyon Creek Ranch is just off I-10, only 25 minutes from the conveniences of San Antonio and just seven minutes from Boerne. Several adjacent tracts are also available. $5,995,000.

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This property offers easy access to both San Antonio and Boerne via IH-10 and features two sparkling spring-fed lakes on either end of the property and several prominent mountaintops, affording building sites with truly spectacular views. The ranch has viable herds of both whitetail and axis deer protected by its high fence. $904,000.

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Cottonwood Creek Ranch On the Pedernales River 626± Acres

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ocated in the heart of the Texas Hill Country within an

are important facts to know if one occasionally wishes

hour’s drive of either Austin or San Antonio, Cottonwood

to venture from the solitude and beauty afforded by the

Creek Ranch is easily accessible from Highway 281

ranch’s location on the legendary Pedernales River.

on its western approach and Highway 71 from the east.

If the presence of live creeks and majestic rivers inherently

Johnson City is mere minutes from the front gate. Unique

increases the value of land, the Cottonwood Creek Ranch

dining, wineries, shopping and attractions of the historic

is truly a Texas treasure. Within its 626 acres, a gently

Fredericksburg area await a short journey down the road.

streaming tributary courses its way through the lush Hill

Lakes abound no matter which direction you head. Tee it

Country landscape. Towering live oaks and cedar elms

up on the challenging golf courses of Horseshoe Bay on

blend with the myriad of native grasses and wildflowers to

the shores of Lake LBJ, a mere 30 minutes away. All these

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Nestled under the canopy of shade trees, a newly renovated and updated six-bedroom lodge welcomes the ranch’s new owner. Perfect for weekend getaways and hunting excursions, the lodge can also serve as a headquarters while one is creating their own vision of a ranch home. The only obstacle will be choosing a site from the many and varied possibilities the ranch lays out before you. The lodge’s most desired amenity is just steps from the back door: almost 1,780 feet of Cottonwood Creek. The year-round flow invites you to dip your line for catfish or take a dip in one of the natural swimming holes.

The jewel of the ranch is the expansive frontage on the picturesque Pedernales River. Rare among Texas ranches, the boundaries of Cottonwood Creek Ranch encompass both banks, further ensuring the ability to control privacy. Recreational possibilities abound on the river, from fly-fishing and kayaking to simply indulging yourself with the serenity of a sunset picnic.

The ranch is a paradise for hunting and fishing, rich with whitetail deer, Rio Grande turkey and dove. Currently under an agricultural exemption, the land could easily be placed into a wildlife exemption.

Cottonwood Creek Ranch is offered to one who, in their heart, desires to be a steward of this slice of heritage Texas, a conservation-minded group who wishes to craft a legacy safeguarding the well-being of the ranch’s unique plant and animal life by preserving their natural habitat, or a visionary whose goals include protecting the character and spirit of this magnificent landscape from being fractured and developed.

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R after R Ranch Historic Hunting Ranch South Texas v Zavala County v Batesville

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he legendary 16,000-acre Rafter R Ranch is just over an hour southwest of San Antonio near Batesville. Situated in the heart of Zavala Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

famed big buck country, this sprawling hunting ranch was in the illustrious George W. West family for over a century. His plucky granddaughter and Cowgirl Hall of Famer, Mary Nan West, took over the reins in the 1940s and worked it for 50 years. Many improvements with respect to housing and ranch roads were accomplished during her tenure. Today, the Rafter R is headquartered within a manicured 7-acre compound. The grounds feature a modern six-bedroom main house and several comfortable guesthouses ideal for entertaining family, friends and business associates after a long hunt. Other facilities include a large office building, complete gameprocessing facility, elaborate air-conditioned kennels, storage buildings, a barn and much more. The trophy whitetail deer herd offers excellent quality and numbers thanks to dense native South Texas brush. Turkeys are abundant, while selective roller chopping has enhanced

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the quail population. Dove hunting is outstanding. Numerous other species provide yearround hunting opportunities. The ranch measures approximately seven miles from north to south and a little over three miles from east to west, with varying terrain throughout. The ranch boasts four and one-half miles of beautiful Leona River frontage, known for its gorgeous, gamerich river bottom. Multiple Carrizo water wells capable of pumping 150 to 350 gallons per minute are strategically spaced throughout the property. Large deep lakes and numerous stock tanks provide vital natural water for wildlife and exceptional bass fishing opportunities. There is an excellent road system within the property, and all the roads are well maintained. Because the ranch has over three miles of frontage on both sides of FM 117 and over seven miles of frontage on an all-weather county road, it will divide perfectly. Call for information on potential parcel sizes. Ownership opportunities of this caliber are as elusive as the trophy bucks that roam this historic South Texas ranch. Hesitate and you may never get another shot. v

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Barkley Creek Ranch

Central Texas v Lampasas County v Lometa Neighbored by large, privately owned ranches, this must-see property offers 10- to 50-acre creekfront ranches, with a stunning creek basin neighboring a clear creek with live water, as well as pristine hilltop views for miles. Perfectly reminiscent of a Native American camping spot, the creek front is adorned with green grass and beautiful live oaks. Other impressive features include incredible stacked rock fences and abundant wildlife. Located only an hourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drive northwest of Austin, yet offering superb seclusion, these ranches are a fabulous opportunity to own a piece of the Texas Hill Country! 254 760-7487, www.signorfarmandranch.com.

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La Bahia

Central Texas v Fayette County v Round Top

Only an hourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drive from both Houston and Austin, this fabulous piece of history offers the perfect place to seek refuge or entertain friends. Located just outside of the famous, yet quaint town of Round Top on the La Bahia Trail, these pristine 5- to 50-acre ranches feature incredible rolling countryside with picturesque ponds, perfectly designed cabins, and an original, historic Texas cedar fence. A fabulous opportunity to invest in a piece of history that is a true showplace!

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Located 25 minutes from Del Rio, Texas, this ranch offers the finest and most abundant amount of live water we have seen for sale in Mexico! The ranch has over three miles of spring-fed creek and river running through the property. Outstanding improvements, wildlife and convenience make this one of our best family ranches available. The ranch is loaded with game and borders large ranches up to 30,000 acres in size! Improvements included a big barn, foremanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house, 3,000square-foot main house and five irrigated food plots.

Coahuila River Ranch 1,807 Acres

Mexico v Coahuila v Acuna

Terrell County Ranch Lake Amistad Ranch

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This beautiful 7,916-acre ranch is located approximately 110 miles west of Del Rio, Texas, between Dryden and Sanderson, Texas. It is an excellent ranch with good numbers of whitetail, turkey, quail and some mule deer. There is a good variation of topography with 2,500-foot scenic hills,

A lifetime opportunity to have great lake great protein brush habitat for deer and wide valleys with soil and heavy brush. Downie Canyon frontage and some of the best hunting Mexico runs through this ranch and offers many scenic bluffs and numerous Indian campsites. There are has to offer. This ranch has over 15 miles of lake two good working water wells with several water troughs and no oil or gas production. This is a frontage on Lake Amistad, which is currently very private ranch with large neighbors. $295 per acre. recognized as the top bass lake in the world!

Enjoy easy access to the United States, only 10 minutes by boat across the lake. The ranch is a proven producer of trophy whitetail and a great quail ranch. Owner will divide the ranch with financing available.

Duval County Ranch South Texas v Duval County v George West

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This 1,009-acre ranch is offered for the first time in many, many years. This is a good ranch in a good location in an area known for really big deer. Gently rolling topography offers an excellent diversity of habitat and excellent building sites. This property is easily accessed from Corpus Christi, Houston and San Antonio.

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Pinto Creek Ranch Central Texas v Kinney Co. v Brackettville

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Enjoy giant year-round water and premium South Texas hunting in one 2,500-acre property.

Spring-fed Pinto Creek flows through the middle of this ranch for over one mile! There are several large concrete dams that can be overlooked by a very comfortable ranch home, and the creek bottom has been manicured to a park-like setting all through the property. Loaded with wildlife, this ranch is a very rare find.

Sycamore Creek Ranch 2,551 Acres to 9,100 Acres

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This ranch is available for the first time in many years. There is plenty of quality wildlife for

Llano River Ranch Texas Hill Country

year-round entertainment and even the potential to offer a few limited hunts to the public to Kimble County v Junction help generate some revenue. The water on the ranch for south Texas may be second to none. These 220± acres with over half a mile of Not very often have we seen water of this magnitude in south Texas. The improvements are beautiful Llano River are in the heart of the the improvements, the water and the wildlife, it’s hard to beat the Sycamore Creek Ranch. This

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Texas, and fronts on Highway 377. There are

outstanding, but the ranch is not over built. When you consider the acreage of this ranch with

Hill Country. It is located 50 miles northwest of Kerrville, in Kimble County at Junction, awesome bluffs with breathtaking building

Terrell County Ranch 6,326 Acres

West Texas v Terrell County v Del Rio

sites and views overlooking the river. There is a good combination of accessible water with soothing shallow rapids and deep blue-green water for fishing or canoeing. This outdoor paradise offers whitetail deer, axis deer, turkey, hogs, bass and catfish in the river. $6,500 per acre.

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Terrell County Ranch is approximately 1.5 hours west of Del Rio. It is approximately 18 miles north of Dryden, Texas, or 35 miles south of Sheffield with over two miles of paved road frontage on FM 349. This outstanding hunting ranch has good brush coverage, breathtaking canyons, wide valleys, with good soil and scenic mountains with tremendous views up to 2,500 feet in elevation. There are two water wells and electricity through the ranch. Game includes good numbers of whitetail, deer, some mule deer, bob white quail, blue quail, turkey and hogs. $295 per acre.

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Live Water Ranch

96 Acres

Texas Hill Country Blanco County v Johnson City

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This live water property offers 600' of frontage along the beautiful Pedernales River and 96+ acres of desirable Hill Country land with native cedar trees and mature oaks. Located only 4.5 miles outside of Johnson City, this ranch is within an hourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drive to Austin and San Antonio, making this a quick getaway or commuterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream. Contact Brett at 210 854-4311.

Hunting Ranch 3,710 Acres

South Texas v Maverick County v Uvalde

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This ranch, with the high-fence and intense management program, has produced deer scoring in the mid-180s to upper-190s! There is great brush, nice wide roads and plenty of food plots.

There is a five-bedroom, six-bath lodge with 90% of contents, a 2,400-square-foot metal barn with a concrete floor, a grain silo, barbecue pit, walkin cooler, six lakes, two water wells, 12+ water troughs, deer blinds, protein and corn feeders and abundant wildlife, including turkey, quail, dove and hogs. Contact Anthony at 210 854-6365.

South Texas Ranch 1,042 Acres For more photos, visit us at: www.StewartRanches.com

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This large South Texas ranch boasts of flat to gently rolling terrain covered in traditional heavy South Texas brush with good roads throughout. This provides the perfect setting for great whitetail deer, quail and dove hunting! The ranch is high-fenced on 1.5 sides and has a well, electricity, pond, blinds and feeders. Contact Michael at 210 355-6079.

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Atascosa River Ranch 247 Acres

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Located at the end of a secluded road and 20+ minutes from downtown San Antonio, the gently rolling terrain and excellent soil types on this property have aided in proven historical production of various row crops, including peanuts. The Atascosa River, which flows during wet periods of rainfall, runs through the property on the west end of the farm, which is loaded with huge oak trees. A small portion of the property is across the river. Improvements include a barn nestled under large oaks, two electric irrigation pivot systems and a Carrizo irrigation well. Contact Cody at 210 317-7288.

Atascosa County Ranch 960 Acres

South Texas v Atascosa County v Charlotte

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This large 960-acre Texas ranch, just outside the quiet town of Charlotte, boasts rolling terrain complemented by six water tanks and provides the perfect setting for great quail and dove hunting and/or cattle operations. Additionally, there are 19 pastures, lanes throughout, paved road frontage and a hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cabin. Grasses include coastal Bermuda and buffalo grass. 100% of the minerals and royalties will convey with this property! Contact Michael at 210 355-6079.

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Rancho Alto Robles is truly one of the nicest highfenced ranches to come on the market in a highly desirable area of the Hill Country. The ranch has been extensively managed and is an absolute showplace. Improvements include a three-bedroom, two-bath house originally built in the 1930s, but renovated in the 1990s, a garage with a nice apartment and bath and a three-bedroom, three- and onehalf-bath lodge. The ranch is well watered with 11 water troughs situated throughout the ranch; other improvements include a good set of working pens and a nice barn. The ranch has been under a strict game management plan for many years and has had land management seminars held at the ranch.

This turn-key ranch has been well cared for and is set up and ready to go; all feeders and blinds convey. Please call Ken or Scott for more information.

Wildside Ranch South Texas v McMullen County v Tilden

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This is truly one of the nicest deer and quail ranches South Texas offers. The Wildside Ranch is a high-fenced, turn-key operation, including lodging, skeet range, paved road to the lodge, dog kennels, blinds, feeders and much more. This is the first time this one-ofa-kind ranch has become available. Located in one of the most sought-after areas of McMullen County for its inherent genetics. Over the years, numerous hunting shows have been filmed at this ranch due to the quality of its abundant and unique wildlife. Call Jay or Ken for more information on this truly incredible ranch.

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The ranch is conveniently located 25 miles west of Uvalde and 2.5 miles north of Highway 90.

Arenosa Creek covers 1.25± miles through this extremely scenic hunting ranch. The ranch is

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partially game-fenced on two sides and is lowfenced along its border with several, very large ranches. The views on this ranch are outstanding, as is the hunting! This ranch is loaded with deer, turkey, quail and dove. Improvements include a rock house in good condition, electricity, water well and a stock tank. Please call Ken or Jay for more information.

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A&R Ranch South Texas v Bee County v Skidmore

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This ranch is located just east of Skidmore in southern Bee County with frontage on Corrigan Road and Highway 181. The ranch is unbelievably scenic with excellent deep soils and all the amenities needed to yield big deer, build high-protein food plots or use for cattle grazing. The ranch features access points on the north and south and could be divided easily with two separate access options. The owner will consider dividing the property.

This ranch can be customized with your own 200+-point whitetail genetics, footpaths, roads, tanks and game fence. Please call Jay Whidbee for more information.

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In southern Crockett County about 29 miles south of Ozona, El Rancho Toro is in an area of West Texas known for quality deer and turkey, dove, quail and other game. Fenced and cross-fenced,

Verde Creek Ranch

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carry water throughout the ranch and allow the livestock to stay well watered. Improvements have two live creeks, as an extra bonus, it offers consist of a two-year-old, four-bedroom, three-bath home, lighted barn and a small hunter’s frontage on the Guadalupe River. With both cabin. This ranch has a great herd of whitetail deer fed year-round, an abundance of wild turkey sides of Verde Creek, this ranch has some of the best live water in the area. Situated on the and excellent hunting throughout the year. Please call Scott or Ken for more information. property is an updated, turn-of-the-century

Domino Ranch Central Texas v Medina County v Sabinal

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This high-fenced, turn-key hunting ranch is

farmhouse. Wildlife is abundant with freeroaming axis, turkey, whitetail deer and other animals. Please call Ken or Scott on this rare live water ranch.

in the transition zone of Medina County and features both excellent Hill Country views and brushy South Texas whitetail habitat. With large neighbors and nice wide shape, the ranch is peaceful and private. Domino Ranch is 14 miles northwest of D’Hanis and accessed off FM 1791 and CR 231. The ranch is well watered and wildlife is abundant. Improvements include a main house, foreman’s home, hunting lodge, cattle pens, workshop and much more. Don’t miss out on this rare find. Please call Steve for more information.

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1,453-Acre Cattle Ranch South Texas v Frio County v Devine

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On Highway 3176, one mile from IH-35 and approximately three miles from Devine, this 1,453-acre cattle ranch has five houses, pens, hay barns, feed lot with concrete troughs, two irrigation wells, seven pivots, improved grasses, cultivation and grazing land and the ranch equipment conveys. With flat to gently rolling terrain, this ranch also offers lots of whitetail, turkey, dove and quail and a lake stocked with trophy bass. There is so much more to this improved turn-key ranch. $3,097/Acre.

300-Acre Medina County Estate 200-Acre Ranch South Texas v Frio County v Pearsall

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Just minutes from Devine, Texas, this two-story, 4,000-square-foot rock home includes four bedrooms, three baths and a spacious floor plan with a wonderful fireplace, a great family entertainment area

around the pool, covered porches, two-car garage and storage. The flat to gently rolling terrain has Located on Highway 85, just outside Pearsall, excellent grasses for horses or cattle and great hunting and cover for wildlife. this 200-acre cattle operation offers a 5,000-

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160-Acre Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Ingram

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Water, water, water! This beautiful Hill Country property features over 5,000 feet of the majestic Johnson Creek; deep swimming holes; a nice Hill Country, four-bedroom, three-bath rock home with creek views; a studio with metal attached building; hot tub; pens; and a barn. This property is on Highway 27, about five miles out of Ingram, Texas, and about eight miles from Kerrville, Texas.

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Set on 12+ acres, this three-story log home offers four bedrooms, four and two-half baths, 5,397 square feet, hickory flooring, cypress log exterior with a 60-year warranty, tongue-andgroove vaulted ceilings, stone fireplaces in the great room and deck and an open floor plan. The kitchen features hickory cabinets with granite countertops and stainless steel Bosch and JennAir appliances. The home offers a master suite with Jacuzzi and body sprays, recreation room

with sauna and hot tub, huge office, three 16-seer air-conditioned heat pumps, two 60-gallon hot water tanks, a 500-gallon water storage tank and Lcyoneye insulation throughout. The average electric bill is $200Âą per month. This energy-efficient log home features pre-wired CAT 5, surround sound, DSL via satellite/cable 4 zone, security system, barn/stable and RV storage. $779,000.

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145-Acre Ranch

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221-Acre Ranch Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Harper

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Gillespie County Ranch 280 Acres

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Located on State Highway 16 North, this beautiful Hill Country “homestead” offers

“Hideaway” Estate

gorgeous country topography and .5 miles of

50 Acres

both sides of the Willow Creek. Improvements

Central Texas v Medina County v Hondo

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include an electric gated entrance off of A rare “hideaway” estate three miles north of Hondo, this property features a private gated, rock Highway 16 with paved road access to the entrance, game fencing, 12 acres of coastal Bermuda fronting the headquarters and a gorgeous ranch headquarters. The headquarters is

2,400-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bath rock home with cathedral ceilings, wood-burning

inclusive of a four-bedroom, three-bath, fireplace, large trophy/game room, custom tile, 2,000 square feet of additional porches, an ranch-style home with a two-car garage, a incredible entertainment pavilion, pool, pool house with commercial-grade kitchen and an foreman’s house and a large horse barn.

attached five-car garage. Other improvements on the estate include a master-planned whitetail

This has great development potential!

deer-breeding facility with eight deer pens totaling 11± acres.

Holcomb Farm 1,345 Acres

South Texas v Frio County v Pearsall

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Located 20± miles northwest of Pearsall, Holcomb Farm’s improvements include five separate pivots, 35 acres in drip irrigation, five Carrizo irrigation wells, a pole barn, cattle pens, four grain silos and a small caliche pit within the brush. This farm is a part of three farms operating as one unit.

Blue Mountain Ranch 3,250 Acres

Central Texas v Medina County v Uvalde

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This spectacular hunting/recreational, high-fenced ranch offers trophy-class whitetail deer with introduced genetics through releases from scientific breeding pens and a wealth of native wildlife.

Improvements include an impressive 5,000-square-foot hunting lodge with an additional 2,000 square feet of porches; a foreman’s house; ranch hand’s house; cattle pens; equipment and implement

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barns; two four-stall horse barns with paddocks; indoor calf roping arena; outdoor arena; a 2,000square-foot, ranch-style rock home; six domestic water wells; one irrigation well and underground lines to all areas of the ranch; ponds; food plots; hunting blinds and bow blinds. Blue Mountain Ranch offers all of the resources that most hunters and ranch owners only dream about.

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Box Springs Ranch 365 Acres

West Texas v Jeff Davis County v Ft. Davis

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Situated in the Davis Mountains inside the

Apache Ranch 1,303 Acres

Central Texas v Medina County v Hondo

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The Apache Ranch is south of Hondo with four miles of paved highway frontage. This highfenced property offers trophy-class whitetail deer with improved genetics through releases from scientific breeding pens. There are numerous exotic species, and the abundant native wildlife includes turkey, dove and quail. Improvements include three furnished hunting lodges, a foreman’s house, walk-in cooler, large barn, custom blinds, protein, corn and alfalfa feeders, an irrigation well, two pivots, a domestic well and numerous ponds and lakes. This is a great professional hunting operation or an exclusive private retreat!

famous “scenic loop,” this ranch is secluded by natural land boundaries, large ranches and conservation tracts. This mountain ranch sits high above the Chihuahuan Desert, lending spectacular mountain views, rolling hills and a beautiful grassy valley interspersed with oaks and junipers. The property has an aweinspiring view of Mt. Livermore and its baldy peak (the tallest peak in the Davis Mountains), as well as the Sierra Viejo Mountains to the west, the Del Nortes and the Glass Mountains to the southeast and the Chinati Mountains to the southwest with Mexico beyond.

Medina County Ranch 656 Acres

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Located in Medina County on CR 366, 12± miles from Castroville, this excellent lowfenced ranch offers a mixture of native brush

Terrell County Ranch 27,000 Acres

and live oak trees, hills and valleys, two ponds, 60± acres of field land and tremendous views.

Improvements include an electric pipe-gated

West Texas v Terrell County v Sanderson

entrance and a new all-weather caliche road.

This enormous Rio Grande River ranch is a remarkable and rare find in today’s hot West Texas

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market. Terrain varies from rolling land on the north end of the property to high hills and deep canyons towards the south and the Rio Grande River forming the southern boundary of the ranch for 6± miles. High cliffs tower above the river frontage with thick brush-covered “vegas” lining the banks. The dramatic Sanderson Canyon runs for 12± miles along the eastern ranch perimeter. There is one well with electric pump at the headquarters and at least 11 windmills scattered across the ranch. Improvements include an old rock headquarters, barn and several outbuildings, creating a perfect hunting camp.

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Central Texas v Medina County v Tarpley These tracts lie in Parker Hollow and offer varying terrain from valley land to hilltop views.

Several have county road frontage, creek frontage, some with improvements and some with small lakes. This property is covered with large oak trees and cedar and has whitetail deer, axis deer, turkey and wild hogs roaming the quiet valley. Easy access, fantastic views and Parker Creek provide these tracts with great recreation and investment potential. Tracts are as follows:

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100.94 acres

house, pond, spring and county road frontage

$3,800/acre

76.1 acres

pens, barn, new well, creek and road frontage

$3,500/acre

118.92 acres

hill and creek

$3,200/acre

110.97 acres

two hilltops and creek

$3,400/acre

100.44 acres

creek and valley

$3,400/acre

113.01 acres

pond, new well and creek

$3,600/acre

167.96 acres

creek, large hill and cave

$3,600/acre

141.90 acres

creek and valley

$3,500/acre

139.58 acres

windmill, creek and valley

$3,300/acre

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147.36 acres

creek and valley

$3,300/acre

185.74 acres

two hilltops and creek

$3,600/acre

120.69 acres

hill, valley and county road frontage

$3,700/acre

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102.83 acres

well, creek and county road frontage

$3,700/acre

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Live Water Hideaway Central Texas Uvalde County v Concan

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These 1,209 acres offer a live creek, end-of-county-road privacy and magnificent views of the Hill Country. The property is located near Concan with easy access to the Frio River. Improvements include a house, bunkhouse, newer barn, two tanks and two wells. The owner has made numerous improvements of the water features and interior road system. This is a must see for those interested in private Hill Country recreation with great water and amazing views. $3,000 per acre.

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This

Texas Hill Country Kimble & Sutton Counties v Junction 1,258-acre

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Junction offers end-of-county-road privacy, great views of the Hill Country and excellent deer hunting. There are numerous large oak trees, several deer blinds and feeders and good interior roads. The property has water and electricity. $1,495 per acre. The owner will sell 654 acres for $1,650 per acre.

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equipment shed, barn and pens. This ranch is close to town, with easy access, live water and

Lem Lewis 210 275-3551 phone 210 479-5874 fax

some amazing views of the Frio Canyon. $3,475,000.

lem@texasranchbroker.us

This property near Leakey offers county road frontage, a live creek and a fishing lake.

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340 Acres at Jacksboro with Minerals Northwest Texas v Jack County v Jacksboro

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Less than two hours from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, this property has electric gated entry, frontage on Highway 281/114 and Lowrence/ Rogers County Road, 142.6 acres of cultivated and wheat fields, bottomland, city water/sewer, five stock tanks, creek, cattle pens, all-new fences, runs 100 cows, deer stand and lots of game. Also included is a ranch house, built in 1890, now a restored historic home with 4,800 square feet of living area, gourmet kitchen, 10-foot ceilings, large formal dining room, large great room, three bedrooms (each with an adjoining sitting room), four full baths, state-of-the-art surround sound system in the living area, professional landscaping with sprinkler system and drip line on all trees, two-car garage with RV drive-thru, all-metal roof and completely repainted in 2006. All furniture, antiques and five plasma televisions are included. The ranch managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house was built in 2006 and has 2,400 square feet, three bedrooms, three and one-half baths, two-car garage and is all brick. Outbuildings include 2,592-square-foot barn with 864-square-foot shop with bath and 1,728-square-foot implement storage. Available equipment includes new John Deere 4WD farm tractor Model 7920 with 770 hours, air-conditioned cab; John Deere grain drill Model 450; John Deere tandem hydraulic disc Model 637; sprayer; John Deere batwing bush hog Model HX15; new Bobcat Model 773, air-conditioned with posthole digger, loader, brush grabber, hay lift, flatbed trailer, etc.; 4WD Kubota Mule; Dixie Chopper ZT 30 HP 72" riding lawn mower. $3,500,000.

650 Acres

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Offering no current oilfield activity, these deeded acres with access off FM 2190 in the Squaw

Mountain area feature an electric gated entry, two water wells (one to service each home) and a 2004-built rock, 1,620-square-foot, 1.5-story home with metal roof, three bedrooms, two baths, fireplace, solid/natural/stained woodwork, natural stone countertops, wood blinds throughout, stained concrete floors downstairs, a lovely kitchen with granite countertops and custom cabinetry,

Fred Calhoun Realty

ceiling fans, professional landscaping and sprinkler system). A mobile home features 1,232 square

Fred Calhoun

feet, three bedrooms, two baths with professional landscaping and sprinkler system. The property

111 West Belknap Jacksboro, TX 76458

offers a 150' by 300' new steel pipe roping arena with chutes and returns, nine 40' by 50' horse pens

940 567-2611 940 567-2534 fax

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8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; wide wraparound porch on front and partial sides and large covered patio in back (all with

built in 2006, a 50' by 80' metal hay barn built in 2006 with clay slab, eight 10' by 28' horse stalls best hunting in Jack County for deer, turkey and hogs. This spectacular property offers a one-of-akind opportunity for the homebuyer searching for a well-equipped Texas ranch. $3,000 per acre.

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Located 50 minutes to Loop 820 NW Fort Worth, this property features FM highway and county road frontage, two good water wells, 40 tanks and lakes (all heavily stocked with large bass and catfish), two large creeks (one spring-fed), the best deer hunting in Texas, abundant turkey and wild hogs, good bottomland (mostly in cultivation with wheat and coastal Bermuda) and good upland covered in post oak, live oak, mesquite and a zillion pecan trees. This is a working cattle ranch with great improvements, such as barns, excellent fences (mostly new), cross-fenced into several large pastures, several cattle working pens, hay barn and implement and tractor storage. The property also features a brick main home with four bedrooms, three baths and 2,818 square feet; a brick manager’s home with 1,524 square feet, three bedrooms and two baths and a very nice, metal bunkhouse/guesthouse. $3,250 per acre.

Beautiful Guest/Horse Ranch Northwest Texas v Jack County v Gibtown

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Located in southeastern Jack County, these 200 acres in coastal grass and improved grass feature a three-bedroom manager’s home on county road, 10 tanks, two water wells, five rental cabins, a horse walker, 64' by 160' barn with 32 horse stalls and 20 outside runs, a 150' by 300' covered and lighted horse training arena, large tack room, office, three apartments, eight horse pens with loafing sheds and eight RV pull-throughs with water, sewer and electricity. $4,000,000.

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Bandera County 411+ Acres

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Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Tarpley

A new home, live water, views and land — what more could a person want? This gorgeous one-of-a-kind place has all of that to offer and so much more. The property itself varies from hilltops to gorgeous pasturelands. There is high fencing, 150 acres of planted native grasses, miles of fencing, a superb road system and culverts throughout the property for easy access anywhere you would like to go. There are limestone bluffs, gorgeous rock bottoms and crystal-clear creeks. This is a very prestigious property and home. The nearly 7,000-square-foot home includes maid’s quarters and guest house and is absolutely stunning! Put on a hilltop so you can enjoy the peace and tranquility all your own, the three-bedroom, five-bath home offers a study, gym, open floor plan and windows everywhere. This home offers everything imaginable inside and out, including an indoor/outdoor audio system, wireless computer capability, travertine and antique oak flooring, granite countertops, Thermador appliances, wet bar and so much more. Outdoors, you have a built-in gas grill, ice maker, barbecue area and tons of rock patio space to go along with the gorgeous infinity-edge heated pool. Enjoy entertaining and the views. This one-of-a-kind property is a must-see.

This property may be divided; see the 200-acre property on the next page for more info. Substantial price reduction!

Beach Properties Bret Beach owner

| Greg T. Magers broker

Bret Beach 164 Ranch Drive • Boerne, TX 78006

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With over a mile of highway frontage, Curry Creek Ranch features lots of open fields, plentiful cypress trees, year-round water, a beautiful creek view and very good hunting.

The property is perfect for subdividing.

Curry Creek Ranch 190+ Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kendall County v Kendalia

Gorgeous Hill Country Home

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Texas Hill Country Kendall County v Boerne

These 5 gorgeous acres are in the Boerne School District with great location. There is a spectacular 3,600-square-foot, threebedroom, three-bath home with a great floor plan. It is absolutely gorgeous inside. You have to see this home to believe it. There is too much to mention, and the home can be sold completely furnished! This Hill Country-style home has a metal roof, rock exterior, paved driveway, tons of oaks and views. This is a special home and a must-see!

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This incredible, must-have property has great fields with native grasses that make this property truly gorgeous. Privacy is a plus with this 6,500Âą-square-foot, two-story home close to the magnificent creek. There are tons of trees and space to roam. You must see this one.

Beach Properties Bret Beach owner

200 Acres with Creek Texas Hill Country v Bandera County v Tarpley

| Greg T. Magers broker

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Maison de Cheval

Northeast Texas v Lamar County v Paris

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Paris’s finest horse ranch features one of the most beautiful 148-acre tracts of fenced pastures in the north Texas region. The custom brick home offers three bedrooms, three bathrooms, two living areas, including a large great room, an open kitchen, a study/office, a swimming pool and all the exquisite amenities, including custom paints and papers, that you expect in a fine home. The home’s open floor plan allows for great entertaining. There is also a guesthouse on the grounds. For the rancher, this property is well equipped with paddocks, loafing sheds, a barn, a covered round pen and an arena—everything you need! $998,000. For a private showing, ask for Rusty Lowe.

Harvey Properties, Inc. Renee Harvey - Broker

2550 Lamar Ave. • Paris, TX 75460

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Victorian Charmer Northeast Texas v Lamar County v Paris

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Beautiful two-story Victorian charmer rests on 30 acres and offers large living areas, including formal living room and den. Master suite is downstairs; three bedrooms and two baths are upstairs. There is a wraparound porch, fencedin in-ground swimming pool with cabana and a large 60' by 90' partially insulated shop with five overhead doors. Stocked pond and plenty of pasture for horses are available. $565,000.

Ask for Rusty Lowe.

East Texasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Best-Kept Secret!

East Texas v Anderson County v Palestine

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This wonderful recreational tract is comprised of 1,302 prime acres and is located just outside of Palestine. Made up primarily of pine trees, it also features a creek and highway frontage for easy access. This is the perfect place for hunting, camping or riding your ATV! $3,260,000. Ask for Rusty Lowe or Chris Harvey.

Home on the Range Northeast Texas v Lamar County v Powderly

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This beautiful three-bedroom, three-bath stone and brick home has it all, including an emergency

Harvey Properties, Inc.

generator! Located in Powderly on 101+ acres, this home features a cozy den with fireplace, living

Renee Harvey - Broker

room wired for surround sound, great kitchen with custom cabinets and walk-in pantry, game

2550 Lamar Ave. â&#x20AC;˘ Paris, TX 75460

room, split master suite with separate shower, jetted tub and an emergency concrete storm room

903 785-8484 800 785-8495 toll free

in the master closet. This wonderful acreage features a stocked lake, two barns, a walk-in shed and a two-bedroom guesthouse! $599,000. Ask for Gerald Whitesides.

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High Kaliber Ranch Southeast Texas San Jacinto County v Point Blank

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One of the nicest horse properties available in Texas, this beautiful 137Âą-acre ranch offers a hilltop home overlooking lakes and rolling pastureland. The three-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath western country comfort home features slate floors, a river-rock fireplace and lodge pole appointments. A 14,000-square-foot main barn on a shaded hilltop features large cinder block stalls, concrete aisles, office, feed, tack and laundry rooms, wash racks and an entertainment room overlooking a 60' by 150' riding arena. Other improvements include a 12,000-square-foot barn with additional stalls and an Equi-Ciserâ&#x201E;˘ automated walker. There is a pull-through trailer or RV barn, shop building, implement barn, 13 paddocks each with barn, two water wells, a diesel-powered emergency generator, paved drives, round pen and pipe fencing. This premier horse ranch is located minutes from Lake Livingston, 1.5 hours north of Houston with major highway frontage and is topographically one of the prettiest properties in the area. $1,695,000.

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Quality 226-Acre Ranch Southeast Texas Walker County v Huntsville

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These 226± acres of immaculate pasture offer the best of improvements for horses, cattle or both! A well–designed pasture system with permanent

electrical

fences,

commercial–

quality buildings (totaling 11,500 square feet), complete ranch roads and a custom country home all represent quality. The three-bedroom, two- and one-half-bath wonderful ranch home has two living areas, wood-burning stoves, metal roof and a stone exterior. Relax after a hard day!

The property is located 10 miles northwest of Huntsville and fronts upon two FM highways.

The gentle rolling hills of improved pastures offer a truly picturesque setting. The ranch buildings consist of an equipment barn, shop, hay storage and livestock barn. Pipe cattle working pens, a large stocked lake, five ponds, naturally pretty oaks and towering evergreen pines all complement the ranch. All aspects of this property were well planned and built with lasting quality in mind. $1,575,000.

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Lying on the northern edge of the world-famous Texas cutting horse country of Parker County is a rare gem in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ranch real estate market. The counties of Wise and Jack share in the unique blend, which forms 2,016 acres of panoramic beauty within 40 minutes of historic Fort Worth, Texas. The Dale Ranch is rolling woodlands, meadows and fields with eye-pleasing vistas from the hilltops. This ranch is a high-fenced whitetail deer extravaganza characterized by native bucks in the 150 to 170-class range, offering an opportunity to own a genetically intense AI breeding base. An exquisitely appointed Austin

The Incredible Dale Ranch Texas Metroplex v Parker County v Poolville

stone home overlooking the large lake is built for enjoyment and entertainment. This fine custom residence includes four bedrooms, six full baths, upstairs game room with bar, living room, dining room, den, gourmet kitchen and breakfast nook. An infinity-edge pool, hot tub, swim up bar, waterfalls, see-through fireplace, stone barbeque area and cantina and a driving range complement the rear of the house. This exclusive property is offered at a realistic price of $14 million without minerals or $20 million with one-half of minerals owned included. Shown exclusively by Bob Inman, 817 366-4978.

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Central Texas v Hamilton County

This equestrian paradise is a showplace in Baylor County, just west of Seymour on Highway 82 and an easy 2.5-hour drive to Fort Worth with close proximity to Wichita Falls, Abilene and Lubbock. A gorgeous Santa Fe-style hacienda with courtyard and pool makes for easy living. The horse facilities completed in the last two years include a 15-stall barn with large office and tack room, a 120' by 120' covered arena and eight loafing sheds. $1,395,000.

Barbara Bell Goetz 817 271-0360.

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High Oaks Ranch Central Texas v Hamilton County v Clifton

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High Oaks Ranch is an 840-acre versatile horse/ cattle/recreational ranch nestled in the scenic hills of Hamilton County near Cranfills Gap. Miles of five-rail pipe fence encompass this manicured paradise boasting a custom rock 14-stall stable with runs, office and apartment.

There is also a covered round pen, arena, walker and equipment barns. The six-bedroom, sevenbath home overlooks a lovely 5-acre lake. It is truly a fantastic gathering place for friends and family. There are two additional homes and a 2,200-foot grass landing strip with large hangar. $6,250,000. Stef Cobb - Bosque Division.

Villa de Tejas

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Texas Metroplex v Erath County

A real slice of Texas awaits those who visit Villa de Tejas! These 156 acres are on Highway 6 between Stephenville and Hico in highly desirable Erath County. A great four-bedroom, three-bath home, tanks, seasonal creeks, lots of road frontage and a picturesque barn and pens make this a neat place to call “home!” $995,000. Barbara Bell Goetz 817 271-0360.

Neil’s Creek Ranch Central Texas v Hamilton County

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A branch of Neil’s Creek runs through this 632-acre, great recreational ranch in Hamilton County, featuring 100± tillable acres, 100± coastal acres, 300± acres of good timber coverage and 100± acres of scattered timber.

The property is under ag. Valuation, and 30% of minerals will convey. $2,850/acre.

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Cedar Hill Vista Central Texas v Washington Co. v Brenham

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Appreciate the comforts of upscale living in a country atmosphere. This elegantly crafted, hilltop home sits on 21+ rolling acres just minutes north of Brenham. The 4,325-squarefoot home features four bedrooms, three and one-half baths and the utmost in quality from the wood flooring to the high ceilings. The views of the countryside are complemented by road frontage on three sides, a small pond, young live oaks around the home, a small grove of fruit trees and a 2,284-square-foot barn. This is a wonderful place to enjoy luxurious country living and colorful Texas sunsets. $875,000.

Hickory Creek Ranch Central Texas v Waller County v Waller

Brazos View Ranch Central Texas Washington County v Chappell Hill

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An hour drive from this convenient location puts you in the heart of the Galleria area of Houston.

This 100-acre tract is 6± miles southeast of historic Chappell Hill. With a high, commanding view of the wide Brazos River Plain it is easy to see why the old original hilltop homesite was chosen by past generations. Ponds, trees and an ideal setting to view memorable sunrises

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An excellent location on FM 1488 between Tomball and Waller gives this 135-acre tract the advantage of a commuter location, while still offering privacy and seclusion. A short entrance road bordered by large trees opens to a view of the rolling terrain. A rare balance of woods and pastures combine to offer wooded riding trails, a good hay pasture and hilltop homesites. Two ponds are in the center of the property: one large pond at the base of the hill and another pond in the woods for an unusual contrast. Additional frontage is on a paved county road with a large hay barn and working pens, very useable for a service entrance. All this adds up to an exceptional property to build a permanent home or handy weekend retreat. $10,500 per acre.

make this property an excellent choice for building your country home. $8,500 per acre.

Property may be divided.

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Located just 50 minutes from Houston’s medical center, this 145-acre gentleman’s farm, ideal for horses or cattle, features massive live oaks, improved rolling pastures, pecan and fruit orchards, woods and 1,500' of San Bernard River frontage, allowing for accessibility to the Gulf. An electronic security gate opens to a winding road that leads to a two-lane, 25-meter

P.O. Box 582 Bellville, TX 77418

lap pool and state-of-the-art, 6,200-square-foot

979 865-9459

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home with a multitude of surprising features, a copper roof. $1,795,000.

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La Bahia Manor Central Texas v Washington Co. v Brenham

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Cuttin’ Low Ranch

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Situated on the famed La Bahia Trail, this 15.9-acre farm is placidly placed among the

Central Texas v Austin County v Shelby

rolling countryside. Enjoy the comforts of this

In addition to a great location with exceptional horse improvements, this property provides a 2,997-square-foot custom home as you drink high hill to build the main house your way. This 82±-acre property is a stunning horse ranch with in the sunshine and green pastures. Enhanced rolling topography, massive live oaks and scenic views. The ranch is well equipped with a premier by perfectly placed, mature trees, barn and a 24-stall barn with office, a steel span covered riding arena, lighted round arena, equipment barn seasonal creek, this property offers the gentleman and employee housing. This is an outstanding find for the serious equestrian. $1,100,000.

farmer a piece of paradise. $475,000.

Cross Roads Farm Central Texas v Austin County v Bellville

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On the prominent corner of FM 2502 and FM 2754, this 89+-acre tract is well suited for a cattle or horse farm. New fencing, a restored barn, small caretaker’s house with separate entrance and a large metal building allow for an easy transition into this ready-to-enjoy parcel of land. An excellent homesite with distant views overlooks the pond and rolling pastures. Adding the convenient location between Bellville and Industry along with easy access to Brenham enhances the appeal to build a permanent home or an accessible country home. $895,000.

Lost River Ranch Central Texas v Austin County v Sealy

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So close to the city, yet in the middle of a beautiful tranquil world. Enter this property through a decorative iron gate into a large pasture of improved grasses interrupted by grazing cattle, pecan trees and a pond, creating a feeling of distance between the main house and civilization.

An impressive home of stone and glass sits on these 158 acres among tall trees highlighted by the wildlife and water of the “lost river” nearby.

This is a truly unique ranch. $1,995,000.

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Bask in the Rays Northeast Texas v Smith County v Flint

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Bask in the rays of the evening sun as it sets over Lake Palestine. This immaculate fourbedroom, three-bath home on a 1+-acre wooded lot feels like you’re in the country and boasts three living areas, two wood-burning fireplaces, a gourmet kitchen, plantation shutters throughout and much, much more.

An azalea-lined brick walkway leads to the lake, boathouse and pier. A one-year United Country homeowner’s warranty is provided at no cost to the buyer. Located about two hours from Dallas or 3.5 hours from Houston, it is just a short drive to paradise. $595,000.

Private Club Lake Estate

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This 5,600+-square-foot historic home on 20 acres was originally built as a one-room fishing and hunting lodge, but is now an exquisite home with five bedrooms, five baths, a massive family room, guest room with private entrance and much more. Ownership includes 1/8 interest in 1,100 tranquil acres and a 130-acre fishing lake. This property offers easy access to I-20 and is only two hours east of Dallas. $1,475,000.

fish, abundant wildlife—a 10-point deer was taken recently—and minimal restrictions for possible division. $1,196,000.

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This 318-acre, fenced recreational ranch offers rolling terrain with a good mix of wooded acres, scattered timber and some tillable land. An excellent stock tank, 30% of the mineral rights to convey and a three-bedroom, one-bath brick farmhouse complete the picture. $938,100.

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Bask in the rays of the evening sun as it sets over Lake Palestine. This immaculate fourbedroom, three-bath home on a 1+-acre wooded lot feels like you’re in the country and boasts three living areas, two wood-burning fireplaces, a gourmet kitchen, plantation shutters throughout and much, much more.

An azalea-lined brick walkway leads to the lake, boathouse and pier. A one-year United Country homeowner’s warranty is provided at no cost to the buyer. Located about two hours from Dallas or 3.5 hours from Houston, it is just a short drive to paradise. $595,000.

Private Club Lake Estate

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120+ acres just minutes from Fredericksburg offer high elevations with panoramic views, a variety of trees with some heavily wooded areas, open pasture with a spring-fed pond loaded with

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Northeast Texas v Smith County v Tyler

This 5,600+-square-foot historic home on 20 acres was originally built as a one-room fishing and hunting lodge, but is now an exquisite home with five bedrooms, five baths, a massive family room, guest room with private entrance and much more. Ownership includes 1/8 interest in 1,100 tranquil acres and a 130-acre fishing lake. This property offers easy access to I-20 and is only two hours east of Dallas. $1,475,000.

fish, abundant wildlife—a 10-point deer was taken recently—and minimal restrictions for possible division. $1,196,000.

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This 318-acre, fenced recreational ranch offers rolling terrain with a good mix of wooded acres, scattered timber and some tillable land. An excellent stock tank, 30% of the mineral rights to convey and a three-bedroom, one-bath brick farmhouse complete the picture. $938,100.

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Austin Estate Central Texas v Travis County v Austin

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Relish country living as you look over your 60 acre Hill Country beauty, featuring a lovely four-bedroom, two- and one-half-bath Victorian home with 3,400 square feet, a cozy stone

incredible estate in the heart of Austin. On 2.1 landscaped acres, this elegant, yet comfortable, mansion offers 9,568 square feet with six bedrooms, seven and one-half baths and intricate attention to detail. $7,400,000.

fireplace and an eat-in kitchen where the whole family can gather and more. This property is fenced and cross-fenced into eight pastures with water to all and offers a large horse barn, a two-stall horse barn, fenced arena and a horse trainerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s area. $1,200,000.

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These 350 acres with a 42-acre lake offer great hunting with 10-15 acres in food plots, two permanent hunting blinds, lots of trees and three coastal fields. Located only about an hour from the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex, this property invites you to come and play, then come to stay and build your home. $2,375,000.

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These 20 acres of level terrain feature a long driveway leading to this wonderful two-story country estate home with five bedrooms, four baths, two dining areas, breakfast bar, great room with fireplace, kitchen with walk-in pantry and lots of storage everywhere! There is pipe fencing with improved cross-fenced pastures and a horse barn with windowed stalls. $635,000. The adjacent Christmas tree farm is also for sale.

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5 F Game Ranch

Central Texas v Nolan County v Sweetwater

One of a kind, these 2,880 acres of outstanding game-fenced

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improvementsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;perfect for a corporate retreat or large family. This turn-key offering features a 6,000-square-foot, five-bedroom, five- and one-half-bath limestone lodge with designer furniture. Award-winning genetics are found on the ranch and in the breeding pens! There are 200 genetic breeding deer; a 2,600-square-foot, state-of-the-art deer breeding and handling facility; 13 large deer breeding pens; a gamemanaged deer herd; 12 two-person blinds; six one-person blinds; 11 protein feeders with fenced feed areas; 15 bulk feeders; 11 corn feeders; a 10-station sporting clay/skeet range; a feed trailer/auger; overhead feed storage bins; guesthouse; barn; hay barn; tool barn; trucks; maintainer; backhoe; eight water wells; miles of pipelines; water troughs; lakes; hundreds of turkey; oryx; aoudad; blackbuck antelope; and an extensive list of equipment to be included.

The main lodge is built on top of a high hill, affording magnificent views of the wideopen spaces! This is the way that everyone imagines Texas! Well, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a reality here, and the hunting is some of the finest in the state. Just pick your trophy! There are worlds of heavy timbered bottoms and flats on this ranch; lots of mesquite flats and rolling shin oak country.

There are food plots, water holes and a wide variety of different types of country and terrain.

This property is 15 miles south of Sweetwater.

A DVD or VHS of ranch is available.

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South Texas v Zavala County v Pearsall Perfect as a corporate retreat, this fabulous, 1,380-acre, game-fenced South Texas deer ranch is the ultimate with deer herd and facilities second to none! Only an hour from San Antonio, the lodge features nine bedrooms and nine baths that will accommodate a large number of hunters simultaneously. A magnificent great room has high walls literally covered in mounts of African and exotic animals, a giant wet bar and is bordered by a commercial kitchen. Many

of the rooms are decorated and named, such as the “Turkey Room” and the “Oklahoma Room.” The great room is an ideal entertainment/dining room. From the front deck, you can enjoy spectacular sunsets, watch the deer grazing in the irrigated food plot below or enjoy the evening around the patio fire pit. Nearby is a guide’s quarters. There is a nice foreman’s house and a large game cooler. The ranch is watered by several wells; the one near the headquarters is a Carrizo Sand irrigation well that provides water to two center-pivot sprinklers. These tracts are ideal for growing special green food lines for the deer and game. The three special deer breeder pens are 5 acres each. These deer have outstanding genetics. Additionally, there are two large deer management pens where certain does are annually trapped, bred and released to improve the wild deer herd. The quail population is fed and protected, and there is a good turkey population present during the spring. The dove hunting is very good around the dirt tanks and the food plots. There are numerous roads and senderos all over the ranch. Each metal blind has numerous ROWs to view. If you want to see the best, this is it! You cannot appreciate this super deer ranch without seeing it!

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Turn-Key Ranch 1,380 Acres

South Texas v Zavala County v Batesville

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This magnificent, game-fenced, turn-key ranch is just 75 miles from the San Antonio airport. It has

South Texas, Tilden 595± Acres

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a lodge that has been set up to simultaneously This ranch is high fenced and has recorded access to the Frio River. The ranch is adjacent to the entertain numerous guests with all the amenities Choke Canyon Wildlife Area. The ranch house is perfect for extended stays or weekend getaways. of a four-star hotel. There is also a smaller house for the guides during hunting seasons, as well as a manager’s house. There is a pump house, with a

A flowing Artesian well keeps a couple of stock tanks full and is great for cattle and wildlife. There are 123 acre-feet of Frio River water rights and a lot of equipment included in the sale. Call for an appointment today.

3,000-gallon holding tank with a water-purifying system. The ranch has excellent all-weather roads throughout. The Carrizo well has been tested at 90 gallons per minute, but is believed to have the capabilities of 300-400 gallons. There is a gravityflow system in place to run water to all troughs

247-Acre Atascosa River Frontage South Texas v Atascosa County v Somerset

around the ranch. There are two DMP pens and three scientific breeder pens that have top-of-theline genetics and all verifying records. The owners have kept all records of past deer counts. The 2006 helicopter count revealed approximately 179 bucks, 100 does and 63 fawns. There are two enclosed 19-acre pivot irrigation systems.

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Deer blinds, feeders, exotics and potential The Atascosa River runs through the west end of this beautiful tree-covered property with rolling income from package hunts and deer sales. This terrain and huge oaks. This property includes a barn, two fully equipped pivot systems, an is impressive! Call us for an appointment.

irrigation well and will make a great turf grass or row crop farm. This is a great location only 20 minutes from San Antonio, Texas and only 15 minutes from the Toyota plant.

Joe Ruple Austin Ruple 110143 IH 37 Pleasanton, TX 78064

830 569-3360 office 830 569-3500 fax joe@southtexasranches.com

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This beautiful rock home and 80 acres include barns, a pond and an olive orchard with 1,500± three to four-year-old trees, oak trees, small vineyard and excellent views. Additional improvements include a metal building with concrete floor, water well and small guesthouse.

Call for an appointment to view this ready-to-go property.

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389-Acre Middle Creek Ranch

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Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Blanco

Look no further because this ranch has everything you ever wanted: location, location, location; strong year-round live water that has never gone dry; jaw-dropping views; road frontage; and affordability all rolled into one. It even has a newly redone, three-bedroom, three-bath ranch house with screened-in porch, outdoor fire pit and a nice equipment barn.

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This fabulous Blanco River showplace ideally situated just seven miles east of Blanco, halfway between Austin and San Antonio. There is a lovely family compound with a recently remodeled, 3,000±-square-foot, three-bedroom, three-bath main home done in the style of a California vintner; a two-bedroom, two-bath guest home; and a large barbecue pavilion and

665-Acre Blanco River Ranch

pool all overlooking a beautiful spring-fed lake.

Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Blanco

wells (one with 500+ GPM), paved interior

There are 80 acres of coastal fields, eight water roads, a foreman’s home and a worker’s cabin.

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First time on the market in 50 years and the last large tract in northern Hays County, this property lies 10 miles from Dripping Springs, 33 miles from Austin and 40 miles from San Antonio.

Featuring wonderful topography with 360-degree views, large oaks, elms, Spanish oaks, black walnut and cedar, seasonal creeks and many lake sites, as well as partial high fencing.

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Located in Coleman, Brown, Comanche, Taylor and Runnels Counties, the following properties offer excellent hunting and recreation opportunities. Ideal for individual or corporate investors, many of the ranches feature large, energy-efficient homes and guest lodges. Several of the high-fenced game and wildlife ranches are stocked with trophy game and feature breeding and game management facilities. The smaller acreages are ready to develop as recreational getaways or permanent residences.

2,227 acres Coleman Co., 8 mi shoreline on 19,000 acre lake; investment, development property 1,168 acres Coleman Co., hi-fence, deer, elk, oaks, 4 tanks, cabin, water, elec. $2,500/ac

1,056 acres Coleman Co., hi-fence, 4,000-sf home, lodge, breeding/game mgmt facilities. $4.7 mil 646 acres

Coleman Co., hi-fence, 3,190-sf home, lodge, game, 2 lakes, tanks. $3.35 mil

615 acres

Runnels Co., great hunting property, cabin, deer, dove & quail, turkey. $1,450/ac

485 acres

Taylor Co. 4/2 home, water well, elec, tanks, creek, oaks, hunting. $1,750/ac

385 acres

Runnels Co. 0.75 miles of Colorado River, good water, excellent hunting. $2,395/ac

353 acres

Coleman Co. Wooded, oaks, rolling hills, water well, electricity, hunting. $1,695/ac

205 acres

Coleman County. Seasonal creek, oaks, three tanks, water well, barn. $1,795/ac

182 acres

Brown County. High-fenced, oaks, rolling, views, water well, tanks. $2,295/ac

125 acres

Coleman County. Hunting, homesites, county water, electricity available. $1,295/ac

92 acres

Comanche Co. Energy-efficient home, oaks, creeks, stocked ponds, hiking trails. $595,000

80 acres

Coleman Co. Excellent hunting, deer, dove, quail, turkey, water and electricity. $2,195/ac

Larry Guthrie, Owner / Agent Jody Guthrie, Broker Coleman, TX 76834

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San Ramon Ranch and Mendiola Ranch

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South Texas v Northern Webb Co. v Encinal

Don’t let anyone fool you; the “Golden Triangle” (Webb, LaSalle and Dimmit Counties) offers the best trophy whitetail hunting in the world! An outstanding location for a South Texas trophy ranch, this coveted triangle is home to two amazing ranches that redefine spectacular. Neighbors to the famous 90,000acre Callahan Ranch, the San Ramon Ranch and the Mendiola Ranch not only “grow” highscoring, free-roaming B&C bucks, but are also blessed with an abundance of natural protein, thick protective habitat, good water and the much sought-after “red dirt!” Intensely game managed and renowned for producing heavy, dark-horned monster bucks, these ranches offer outstanding genetics and numbers that are steadfastly in place. Located just 1.5 miles east of IH35 and six miles south of Encinal, the San Ramon Ranch (available as 700 acres, 1,240 acres, 1,500 acres to 6,100 acres) has had selective brush clearing, sendero widening and quail habitat enhancement. Tanks and water lines run into each pasture via two 300' electric communal wells, and quality double, elevated deer blinds and year-round feed pens are already in place. Wing shooting for quail and dove can be spectacular! Located 14 miles east of IH-35 on Callahan Road, the Mendiola Ranch (available as 760 acres, 1,253 acres with home, 2,642 acres and 4,655 acres) is a “diamond in the rough.” As one travels down the Callahan Road to the Mendiola, the anticipation mounts—one never knows what might step out of the brush next: a giant 190" 12 pointer, a bobcat, a coyote or a mountain lion! Well watered with some big tanks and two electric wells providing underground water to each pasture, the Mendiola offers great quail hunting in good years. These two ranches already enjoy good reputations and will work for the true South Texas trophy hunter. "You won’t be disappointed, you’ll be Texas proud!”

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Davis Mountains Beauty

4,621 Acres

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Timber Mountain Ranch is a secret honey hole of wild game hunting and spectacular mountain elevations. At Timber Mountain and Little Aguja Peak, views rise from 3,200 to 5,200 feet with oak trees, mountain meadows and seasonal tanks. Water wells and windmills water the ranch.

The headquarters has livestock pens, a fiesta house and a patronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house. An excellent network of interior roads for light-duty four-wheel drive give you access to half mountain hills and half brushy low country. Excellent mule deer populations are enjoying two years of a protein program. Wild turkeys, blue quail and other game are also present. This is a unique

Victoria, TX

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1000 Rock River Ranch

2,000 Acres

South Texas v Edwards County v Campwood

This exceptional ranch is in the eye-catching Texas Hill Country, just minutes from the Old Settler’s town of Campwood. On the east boundary line of the property is one of the most striking features of this ranch: two miles of the beautiful crystal-clear Nueces River. It is so amazing! The terrain is mostly gently rolling valley land with an elevation range of about 1,420 feet, which provides some fantastic views.

The north and west property line is high-fenced with large-ranch owners on the south and west boundary. The interior roads are in great condition, and the perimeter fencing is good.

There are several fields, and with 250± acre-feet of permitted water rights, these fields could be irrigated for improved grasses and food plots.

There are several different species of trees consisting of pecan, mountain laurel, cedar, mesquite, various types of oak species along with native brush and grasses to the area that make a great coverage for the native whitetail deer, free-roaming exotics, turkey, dove and quail. The owner is also installing 10,000± feet of new water lines to the different water troughs throughout the property. There are three existing houses on the ranch, electricity, three water wells, working pens, perimeter fencing and some cross-fencing. This property has great potential and opportunity for a number of different ventures, from cattle ranching and/ or a hunting ranch to land development.

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Kerr County Ranch 5,270± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kerr Co. v Kerrville

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The premier ranch in the Texas Hill Country is now available. Located about 70 miles northwest of San Antonio near Kerrville, this classic ranch features over two miles of spring-fed creeks, 10 dams and lakes plus beautiful valleys and scenic hills. The main estate compound is nestled at the apex of the convergence of two spring-fed creeks and two lakes and is accented by a spectacular bluff. This one-of-a-kind ranch offers the very best of the Texas Hill Country. Extensive estate improvements tastefully blend Old World charm with a modern touch featuring the main estate compound that includes a large ranch home and a guest house, tennis courts plus extensive landscaping that complements the home and the creek/lake area. A second estate-type residence with a swimming pool and a large “party barn” with a commercial kitchen is located high on a plateau hill with panoramic views. A third home/guest compound is located in a beautiful valley over looking a spring-fed lake and 3,800' paved landing strip. This classic Hill Country ranch is the largest and most highly improved ranch available and is the ranch that you will want to own once you have seen all of the magnificent natural features—spectacular hills and valleys and spring-fed crystal clear flowing creek water—and the extensive improvements that blend together with the land to create the number one ranch in the Texas Hill Country. Native and exotic game. $68,500,000. Contact John McCollom, Broker at 830 896-1122.

Kerrville/Turtle Creek 200± Acres

Texas Hill Country v Kerr Co. v Kerrville

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Featuring 200 acres of prime Texas Hill Country hills and valleys, this land offers tranquility and spectacular views from the 2,000-foot hilltops that cradle the home and other scenic locations.

This fabulous ranch, 15± miles south of Kerrville in the heart of the prestigious Turtle Creek area, is a part of the original “headquarters pasture” of the historical Real Ranch established in the mid1800s. Spring-fed Turtle Creek flows through

the ranch for about 1,500 feet. The extensive improvements include a custom-designed, 3,900-square-foot, three-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath ranch home with a native stone fireplace in the master suite, large living area with a native stone fireplace and a large gourmet kitchen. Also, a metal barn, horse stables and an electric security gate. Contact Georgia Cook, Realtor at 830 896-1122 or 830 377-3040.

Kerrville Texas Hill Country 110± Acres

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Offering 110 acres in the prestigious Upper Turtle Creek area 17 miles south of Kerrville, this premier exotic game ranch was formally a part of the historic Aime Real Ranch founded around 1860 by three Real brothers who migrated from Europe, had the pick of ranchland in the Kerrville area and wisely chose the Upper Turtle Creek area due to its special features: excellent grass pastures, the great live oak, post oak and Spanish oak trees and abundant spring-fed water. The terrain is gently rolling Hill Country hills and valleys with some high plateau country with views.

Tomas Creek, a spring-fed creek, meanders through the property for about 1,000± feet and provides crystal-clear water for fishing and swimming. A concrete dam creates a small lake. The focal point

Since 1962

341 Junction Hwy. Kerrville, TX 78028

nestled on a hill overlooking a scenic valley, creek and lakes. The design of the villa compound

830 896-1122

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of the ranch is the main residence that can be best described as a Spanish-Mediterranean villa provides for comfortable indoor and outdoor living and entertainment. Free-form rock steps lead residential compound amenities include a two-bedroom, two-bath guesthouse, three-car garage and dog kennels. Contact Georgia Cook, Agent at 830 896-1122 or 830 377-3040.

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Stockade Ranch Central Texas v Bastrop County v Paige

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Looking for a great horse or cattle ranch close to Austin? This ranch has been developed and operated by the current owners for more than 35 years. The sandy loam soils and gently rolling terrain have been established for coastal Bermuda and managed for maximum efficient cattle, horse and hay production. This property is highly improved and all facilities are in excellent condition. The main house is 3,600 square feet with three bedrooms, three baths, three fireplaces,

Medicine Bow River Ranch

formal dining room, large family room with glass across the entire front that will provide viewing

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of the entire ranch from the hilltop location. Other improvements include a manager’s house, This exceptional ranch offers the opportunity horse barns, covered arena, equipment barns, livestock facilities and three large spring-fed lakes. to own 77,560 acres in one of Wyoming’s finest This serves as a great investment opportunity! $3,500,000.

locations. The ranch is in top condition with high-quality improvements, including two beautiful log residences overlooking the river valley for miles. Private trout streams traverse through the property with over 20 miles of trout ponds and great fishing for brown and other trout species. Fantastic hunting for elk, mule deer and pronghorn antelope has

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This 23,000-acre property is located close to Del Rio and the beautiful waters of Lake Amistad.

been developed on the ranch. Intensive fish, game and land management plans are in place on the property to maximize the use of the land. Livestock facilities, manager’s house, high-quality fencing, wind energy and

There is easy highway access from Highway 90, with great potential for investment or development an abundance of natural resources add to opportunities. This ranch is wonderful for hunting of whitetail deer, turkey, javalina, bobwhite the value of this great property. This ranch and blue quail, plus an occasional mule deer. Improvements include a manager’s house, camp deserves the scrutiny of a savvy investor house and livestock facilities along with adequate water resources for wildlife and livestock. prepared to enjoy the beautiful setting off There are several miles of pipelines, storage tanks and troughs. The ranch terrain varies from

the beaten path. Call for your showing of this

rolling hills to canyons with wide draws and typical Trans Pecos vegetation.

great property today!

Medina River Ranch Central Texas v Bandera County v Medina

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The beautiful Medina River is the focus of this “diamond in the rough,” a 180-acre ranch located on Highway 16 in the scenic Hill Country. Big beautiful cypress trees line the riverbank and provide shade for those warm Texas summer days. Enjoy swimming and tubing in the river with rapids and deep holes of crystal clear water. This acreage has great potential for haymaking, horses or livestock with good fields and cross fencing already in place. Beautiful areas to build your dream home

Kenneth & Nancy Wendland, Brokers

are available on the hills above the river with great views of the mountains and large valley. This

P.O. Box 291157 • Kerrville, TX 78029

unique property has good highway access on two sides of the property and is close to Bandera,

830 896-8410 • 888 896-1411

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The Star Ranch consists of 3,405 acres of prime South Texas hunting land. It is

Star Ranch South Texas v Zavala County v Crystal City

located approximately 4.5 miles northwest of Crystal City on FM 393. The Star Lodge can accommodate 30+ overnight guests. The ranch is a mixture of rolling light brush quail country, brushy creek bottoms and heavy brush. There are over five miles of new high fence with the balance being low-fenced. The ranch has three Carrizo water wells, pivot system, 15 tanks and food plots; blinds and feeders are in place.

Turkey Creek, a seasonal creek, runs through part of the ranch, 800 acre-feet of water rights and owner will divide! $2,350/acre.

Medina County Ranch Central Texas Medina County v Castroville

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This beautiful rolling 300-acre ranch is located about four miles west of Castroville. It has a new high fence, whitetail deer and a few exotics. There are two cabins, a three-bedroom, three-bath ranch house built in 1998, large covered open-air bar, barbecue pit, blinds, feeders and a set of cattle working pens. Plenty of water with an Edwards Aquifer water well, one lake stocked with bass and three tanks, plus minerals! $6,250/acre.

Webb County Ranch South Texas v Webb County v Encinal

Jeff Avant Ranch Sales P.O. Drawer 9 Dilley, TX 78017

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Located in prime hunting country of South Texas, this 1,800± acre hunting ranch is only nine miles east of IH-35 and Encinal, Texas, on Highway 44. The ranch has a nice hunter’s cabin, two windmills and two earthen tanks. It is loaded with good brush and browse for the wildlife. This ranch is offered in whole or in two 900± acre tracts. Land for sale is hard to find in this area, and this ranch won’t last long!

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These 33± acres of well developed, beautiful creek-front property are located near Kerrville in the Texas Hill Country about 70 miles

northwest of San Antonio. 13 office buildings and homes, dining hall, huge gym and an amphitheater make it perfect for youth camps, schools or church retreats. Visit www.owntx.com for detailed information including site and building plans. $4,500,000.

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An unbelievable offering of pure Hill Country real estate, this 931± acre ranch is a recreational paradise, ready for the outdoorsman who loves the earth beneath his feet and enjoys views that touch the clouds. With access on FM 1623, this large tract is ready for enjoyment now and provides potential for future development.

Wooded valleys provide plenty of room for

Blanco County Ranch

931± Acres

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horseback riding, four-wheeling or working cattle.

Game-proof fencing and limited hunting have assured abundant game. Incredible views from a multitude of building sites make this an excellent place to develop a high-end ranch. $4,700,000.

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310±-Acre Water Ranch

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in the midst of cleared grasslands and majestic oaks, the jewel of this property is a 30±-acre private lake. Quiet and serene, it’s an oasis that routinely produces trophy bass. Wildlife consists of native whitetail and exotic deer, including axis, sika, blackbuck and red deer. In addition to the proximity to town, a landing strip makes this property convenient from any location. $3,000,000.

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Rolling Oaks Ranch Texas Hill Country v Llano County v Llano

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Located southwest of Llano, this 746-acre ranch is available in its entirety or sold in smaller tracts of 100 acres or more. There are two wells (one with a windmill and one with a submersible pump) and three dirt tanks. It is entirely fenced with good roads. The ranch has an abundance of deer and other wildlife native to the area and rolling terrain with draws running through it. The ranch is covered in oak trees, mesquite trees and native brush. Granite outcroppings are scattered throughout the ranch. Views of Prairie Mountain, House Mountain and Smoothing Iron Mountain can all be seen from this ranch.

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Located 14 miles west of Menard, Texas, this 3,164-acre ranch is absolutely beautiful. This property has a nice ranch home, a well, garage, building with large cement slab and perimeter fencing that varies from typical ranch fencing to high game-proof fencing that runs along the west side of the ranch. This scenic ranch has gently rolling terrain with live oaks, mesquite and brush for wildlife.

There are several beautiful building sites overlooking the San Saba River. The ranch has a magnificent

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wild turkey, wild hogs and dove—enough to make it a hunter’s paradise. There is great fishing and getaway place, you should see this magnificent grandfather of a ranch. This reputation ranch has great fishing, great hunting and is an exceptional working cattle ranch.

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San Marcos River Ranch 106 Acres

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Rarely available, this beautiful San Marcos River property has a lovely, quaint, historical, threebedroom home originally built in the 1920s. The home was expanded in 1987, adding a master bedroom, kitchen, screened-in porch and living room. Other improvements include a detached garage, barn, two greenhouses and two water wells. Oat fields are currently leased for cattle and the beautiful pecan grove located on the riverfront generates income, as well. This is a great residence or weekend getaway. The entire property is priced at $950,000 or owner will sell 93 acres with partial river frontage, one barn and one water well for $7,900 per acre.

Hill Country Paradise 2,000 Acres

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Cold River Ranch 191 Acres

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A perfect setting for your new family or corporate retreat, this ranch has stunning hilltop views, a clear running creek lined with grey rock bluffs and majestic hardwood trees nestled in the heart of the Hill Country. A new road system is in place, giving this unimproved property ease in accessing the entire ranch. The property has three water wells, electricity, abundant wildlife, Indian mounds and much more. Will divide starting at $3,995/acre.

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This beautiful ranch is located on the Frio River near Dilley, Texas, a little over an hour from San Antonio. River properties are a rare find, and the brush and trees on this place are second-to-none! South Texas brush, huge oak and mesquite trees and abundant wildlife, including whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, bobcats, quail, dove and fishing in the Frio River, make this just about perfect! Improvements include a new one-bedroom cedar cabin with loft, deck and patio, two Carrizo water wells, two food plots with water piped to them, feeders, blinds and more. There are no minerals. $725,000.

Bear Creek Ranch 250Âą Acres

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This magnificent property in Kendall and Kerr Counties fronts for almost one mile on Highway 87 between Fredericksburg and Comfort. The beautiful oak trees, spring-fed creek and abundant wild game make this a Hill Country gem for a private estate or a fabulous development. This familyowned property is on the market for the first time and is something you must see. $3,750,000.

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Big Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Blanco

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Located only six miles west of Blanco or nine miles east of Stonewall, fronting on FM 1623, this very unusual and beautiful 386.48-acre ranch offers four lakes along over a mile of Big Creek, six fertile fields, an 1,800' hilltop, great barns and pens and a foreman’s house. The property can be purchased as 386 acres or in three parts, each with creek frontage.

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Located about 17 miles west of Kerrville and about seven miles west of Hunt, near Waldemar on Burr Oak Road SW, is this beautiful 1,400±acre ranch with miles of three running creeks, three concrete dams, many springs, huge trees in the valleys and hilltop views. This ranch also features a three-bedroom, two-bath hilltop ranch house and is selectively cleared and high-fenced on almost all sides. There are fern-covered limestone walls along the creeks and lots of game. This property is offered all or in parts.

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The Voca Ranch is one of the best Texas Hill Country ranches on the market today. Located in Eastern McCulloch County, this 2,400-acre ranch is one of the larger Hill Country ranches for sale.

Conveniently located just 1.5 hours from Austin and only two hours from San Antonio, Texas, giving you the best of both worlds. This beautiful property includes views of the surrounding area and elevation changes from beautiful, live oak-covered hills to deep-soiled bottoms with live oak clusters scattered throughout. It is one of the best hunting ranches Central Texas has to offer.

Rough Hollow Ranch

With whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, dove and quail hunting, this ranch has something for everyone.

125 to 165 Acres

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operation. The ranch could be divided in half very easily; however, larger ranches in the Hill These are stunning 125- to 165-acre ranches Country area are harder and harder to find. This one is a must-see!

just west of Llano, on or near Pecan Creek.

There is a water well on every piece of property.

Each ranch will be secluded and private with paved road frontage and all the conveniences of being close to town. These ranches have abundant wildlife and plenty of room for your dream home. If you are looking for that perfect piece of land with all the Hill Country views you could ask for, take a look at Rough Hollow Ranch and see what it has to offer.

You won’t be disappointed! Recently reduced prices. Call for individual ranch details.

Llano River Ranch Texas Hill Country v Llano County v Castell

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Approximately two miles from Castell on CR 104 on the beautiful Llano River, this rare 300-acre ranch offers .25± miles of rippling channels that run between granite outcroppings along the river and very nice rolling Hill Country with breathtaking panoramic views, beautiful live oaks and post oaks. The ranch has been fenced and cross-fenced, and Elm Creek runs through the center of the property. This would be an ideal ranch to build your dream home with all the extras to make this your own personal paradise. Come take a look because this one won’t last long. Call for more details.

218-Acre Oatman Creek Ranch Texas Hill Country Llano County v Llano

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Located just south of Llano on Highway 16, this property has some of the most beautiful views just off the wraparound front porch of this absolutely beautiful four-bedroom, threebath rock home. Several improvements on the property include: picturesque white picket fence, two-car carport not to mention a barn, cooler for

deer and electric gates to the entrance and home. The property has been deer fenced and is fully stocked with whitetail, axis, black buck antelope and wild turkey. Also featuring a nice pond, the property provides a well for water to both the house and land. This is a country jewel!

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Standing majestically upon the rolling hills of

The Mansion on the Hill

200 Acres

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the Texas Hill Country, overlooking Buckner Creek, this European-inspired estate welcomes you to one of the most scenic and breathtaking areas, offering Fredericksburg and Hill Country charm. Past the 100-foot doublewide steel bridge that spans the underground spring-fed creek, the mansion features not only Old World German architecture, but a cozy environment to welcome friends and family. Featuring 270degree views from 6-foot windows, the home overlooks the lagoon pool and rock waterfall just beyond. Inside the home, one finds a unique country estate with a wonderful blend of modern conveniences and beauty. Some of the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s features include a kitchen with granite, custom cabinets and Viking appliances, two staircases milled from 19th century beams recovered from the New York financial district and three large upstairs bedrooms with walk-in baths and showers, Jacuzzi tubs and limestone countertops. The master suite offers a bath with Jacuzzi tub, limestone counters and travertine

tiles. The study is surrounded by endless views and offers cathedral ceilings identical to those in the master suite. Designed for cozy family moments followed by unparalleled privacy, the home offers

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The pool house is a miniature replica of the main house and provides a noise-free environment,

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entertainment bar and bathroom for guests. There is a complete exercise room downstairs and

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back wraparound porches and an extra-large patio that keeps the pool just feet from the back door.

court/full-court basketball/volleyball/badminton game court just off the pool and pleasantly tucked Austin and San Antonio. Thirty percent wooded. Additional land is available. House plus 218 acres, $2,495,000. House plus 50 acres $1,395,000.

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From spectacular vistas of red-banded mesas, to the sheer walls of Canadian River canyons, to the vastness of the big sky country, the Bell

The Bell Ranch New Mexico v San Miguel County v Tucumcari

Ranch presents investors with a once-in-alifetime opportunity to own a piece of Western heritage with a vivid history pre-dating New Mexico’s statehood by nearly a century. Equal

to the grandeur of the Bell Ranch’s 250,000 fully deeded acres are the vision and tradition that have constantly coursed through this land. Here cowboys work a breed of cattle found only at the Bell Ranch after 135 years dedicated to improving bloodlines. The ranch’s 390 square miles include steep canyons and open country for hunting dove, quail, turkey, antelope and whitetail and mule deer. The adjacent 9,600-acre Conchas Lake provides warm-water fishing opportunities as well as other recreation, with the Lake House and boat storage on the shore. The 10,832square-foot Hacienda, built in the 1930s, reflects a Southwestern vintage style. Complete with a swimming pool and tennis court, this complex was designed to entertain such Hollywood icons as Howard Hughes, Clark Gable and Shirley Temple. An 8,200' lighted airstrip and hangar are located close by for private jet access. The Ranch Headquarters is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. Discover why the deep attachment to this land by those who knew it well has kept it a wild, stunning expanse of nature. Offered at $115 million. Contact John Watson or Rye Austin.

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Solitude combines with a first-class private hunting experience in the raw beauty of the Texas Panhandle at the 2,864-acre Palo Duro Canyon Ranch. Bordering the northern edge of the second largest canyon in the U.S., the landscape is a mosaic of mesquite, juniper, salt cedar, hackberry and cottonwood interspersed with native grasslands and countless wildflowers. Weather and water have sculpted the land, from Fortress Cliff on the ranch to picturesque sandstone formations in the canyon. A shared border with Palo Duro Canyon State Park creates seamless wildlife habitat and protects the landscape from future development. Keep an eye out for bobcats, roadrunners, songbirds and ringtail, and build sporting traditions for generations of family and friends with the ranch’s populations of blue and bobwhite quail, wild turkey, whitetail deer, mule deer and aoudad (Barbary sheep). A well-stocked lake provides fishing opportunities for bass and bluegill. The region is ideal for trail riding, hiking and biking. The ranch also features a stunning 7,500-square-foot ranch house, bunkhouse, barns and corrals for cattle ranching operations. A quick 25-minute drive from the ranch, Western culture permeates downtown Amarillo. The Amarillo International Airport lies just on the outskirts of town. Offered at $8.3 million. Contact Lou Cushman or John Watson.

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Sabinal River Frontage Texas Hill Country v Bandera Co. v Utopia

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These beautiful 55 acres offer an unbelievable 3,000' of the gorgeous Sabinal River with an ancient cypress tree grove with some of the largest cypress on the Sabinal River. Located in Bandera County, five miles north of Utopia with Highway 187 frontage, this is a nice combination of open areas, huge oak tree groves, cypress groves, cedar thickets and grasslands abundant with whitetail, axis deer and turkey. This property is gated with a gravel road that gives easy access down to the river. This property offers several great homesites and power. $1,210,000.

Comanche Hills Ranch Texas Hill Country v Gillespie County v Harper

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These are the lowest-priced ranches in Gillespie County, offering tremendous views, great building sites, gorgeous live and Spanish oak forests, shin oak and cedar thickets for game, rocky creeks and great hunting and birding. Close to Kerrville and Fredericksburg, these properties have paved county road access. 119 acres/$654,000; 134 acres/$623,000; 142 acres/$695,000; 133 acres/$651,000; 125 acres/$581,000; 133 acres/$658,000; 106 acres/$551,000; 107 acres/$556,000; 26 acres/$182,000; 26 acres/$182,000; 26 acres/$182,000. These will not last very long! Call today!

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Metroplex Equestrian Center Prime for Development

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On 255Âą acres just outside Dallas, HighGate Equestrian Center represents a tremendous opportunity for the equestrian enthusiast or a savvy land investor/developer. Located in Rockwall County, the fastest-growing county in Texas and fourth fastest-growing in the U.S., the property is only three miles from Interstate 30, 23 miles from downtown Dallas and .8 mile from new middle and elementary schools. The site has significant road frontage on four sides, and all utilities are either at or very near the property. The equestrian center is currently run as a separate business and makes a significant profit. Its improvements include two barns with 45 stalls, a clinic, lounge, office, tack room and 16 exercise pastures.

Additionally, the 55,000-square-foot riding arena includes a misting system to moderate temperature, while creating a dust-free environment. The managers live on site in the gatehouse built in 2001. The 6,319-square-foot main house was built in 1995 and overlooks a 5-acre Texas-shaped lake. This luxury home has five bedrooms, four and one-half baths and an outdoor pool. $17,750,000. To download a full brochure, please visit www.3LRealtyGroup.com/Documents/HighGate.pdf, or call for a hardcopy.

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JJHH Ranch Central Texas v Lampasas County v Lampasas

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These 828 acres are only 45 minutes northwest of Austin and two miles south of Lampasas.

The ranch has over 3,000 feet of Highway 183 frontage and gently rolling topography with good tree cover and productive fields. Over 4,000 feet of clear-running Mesquite Creek wind through the ranch, and a dam backs up a nice swimming and fishing hole. There are lots of big, native pecans lining the banks of the creek. Improvements include a nice ranch house that is a great weekender and barns.

Options are numerous from hunting, ranching, development or a home place.

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Just five minutes from Lampasas, this beautiful ranch features rolling terrain, big views, good

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tree cover, coastal Klein fields, Little Lucy Creek meandering through the property, five ponds and improvements that include two cabins. This ideal recreational, horse or cattle ranch offers great hunting and fishing.

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Clear Springs Ranch 1,120± Acres

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Central Texas v Medina County v Bandera This premier Hill Country ranch is just 45 minutes from San Antonio and only minutes from the “Cowboy Capital of the World,” Bandera, Texas. With 1,120 acres of breathtaking rolling hills, valleys, bluffs and huge live oak trees, as well as the Verde Creek running through the ranch, three dams, large pools of water and over 35 species of African, Asian, European and native animals, the ranch can provide entertainment for hunters and non-hunters alike. The spacious lodge is fully furnished with a distinctive rustic atmosphere that extends to the pool, hot tub, patio and outdoor cooking area. The ranch also includes the caretaker’s house (owner’s house with three bedrooms and four baths) foreman’s house, office, horse barn, scientific breeder pens, paved roads, cattle pens, five water wells, gated rock electric entry, paved access, walk-in cooler, appliances, televisions, blinds, feeders, tools and more. This ranch is primed to go as a business, corporate retreat or luxurious personal family sanctuary and is currently operated as a commercial hunting ranch.

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7,718-Acre Southwest Texas Ranch Southwest Texas v Val Verde County v Del Rio

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Unexpected and unmatched, this 7,718-acre ranch provides the ultimate southwest Texas experience. Set 140 miles west of San Antonio and 11 miles northeast of Del Rio, this amazing property features 3.5 miles of FM 2523 frontage, a plethora of water, spectacular hunting and numerous improvements. With varied elevation, a variety of healthy soils and extremely well watered, this property offers four domestic wells with windmill towers, submersible pumps and three tanks, all providing water for wildlife and livestock. Two irrigation wells pump into three irrigation pivot systems covering 250± acres, and aquifers provide abundant underground water. Some of the ranch’s numerous improvements include an old ranch headquarters with a main house, labor house, barn and a small set of pens. Offering plenty of roads, the ranch is divided into seven pastures and two traps, and construction is complete on a high-fenced boundary. The seller will convey all of the minerals owned. The ranch features Sycamore and Javelina Creeks moving through the property, good sandy loam soil in the bottom country and lots of native South Texas brush species. Hunting in the area features 150 to 160 B&C deer, turkeys, doves and quail. With the construction of the high fence on the perimeter boundary, the extensive use of the irrigation wells and proper management, this ranch can produce as many large whitetail deer as a 30,000-acre ranch and also provides a good opportunity to incorporate exotic game. A thriving town with 40,000 people and numerous city amenities, the nearby city of Del Rio offers an airport with a commercial airline connection to Houston. For some of the best bass fishing in the United States, Amistad Lake provides beautiful views and clear water for all kinds of outdoor recreation. This ranch is priced at $1,395 per acre or $10,776,791 cash to seller at closing.

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Located east of the Eagle Pass city limit, this ranch has two easements: one on the south end and the second on the northwest corner.

The second, new easement runs 1,494 feet west to the new loop to be built by the Texas Department of Transportation. Because of the new construction and the growing popularity of Eagle Pass, this ranch can be used as a

recreational tract that should substantially go up in value because of subdivision potential.

Brady Kimble, Broker

There are two tanks on the ranch, which is bordered for 1.5 miles by the Maverick County

Broker of Ranches and Farms

Irrigation Water Canal System. This ranch offers native brush, electricity and hunting for deer,

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for the past two years. The seller will convey 50% of minerals owned to buyer. $1,800/acre or $2,196,738 in cash to seller.

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This ranch lies in northern Webb County, east of I-35 in the heart of the trophy buck, big ranch country. It has gently rolling terrain and two large draws, which have pot holes in wetter times. A good mix of thick native brush throughout the ranch provides browse and cover for wildlife. Improvements include a 1,670-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bath

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cinder block ranch house on slab with central heat and air and an attached carport, a 40' by

South Texas v Webb County v Laredo

30' metal barn with 40' by 20' shed on slab, 30'

by 45' hunting lodge with outside pavilion and other outbuildings. Two water wells and 12 stock tanks provide water. One is 15 acres in size. There are good roads, senderos and large neighbors. Deer, turkey, feral hog, dove, quail and other small game are abundant.

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This showplace lies between Dallas and Houston just off of Interstate 45 with over one mile of frontage on a major highway. The terrain is rolling with a major creek crossing the property.

The ranch is about .33 percent wooded, .66 percent mostly open with scattered oaks. About

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half of the semi-open land is in improved grasses. There are eight water wells, about 20 springs, Located about 45 minutes from the San Antonio 20 stock tanks including a series of lakes totaling 35 acres, which are the winter home to lots International Airport, this highly improved of ducks and waterfowl. Improvements include a very nice main residence, three guesthouses, several barns, two offices, metal working corrals and miles of cross fencing. There are deer, feral hog, bobcat, duck and dove. This ranch is a turn-key operation with lots of wildlife.

place has highway frontage and gently rolling terrain. It is mostly heavily wooded but with

some open fields. About one mile of beautiful river frontage is lined with huge pecan and oak trees. New high fencing encloses most of the property except a few acres along the river.

An almost new, custom-built three-bedroom, four-bath home sits on a hill among huge oak trees along with a guesthouse, large barn, shed and bunk house. All are in excellent condition.

There are whitetail deer, axis, fallow, blackbuck, red stag, aoudad, turkey, feral hog and good fishing in the river.

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This ranch is located in the rolling hills east of Hamilton and has county road frontage. The property has a number of outstanding live oak motts, mesquite and red-berry cedar. Crystal clear Fornash Creek crosses the place for about .25 mile. The creek area is heavily wooded with large live oak, sycamore and willow. Three stock tanks, a water well and three small spring-fed creeks, which run in wetter months, provide water for livestock, deer, turkey, dove and quail. This ranch has an abundance of bobwhite quail. In addition to being a very pretty place, this ranch has an excellent turf of climax grasses and forbs, which make for good cattle grazing and wildlife habitat.

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“The Cow Palace” is one of those premier

The Cow Palace Central Texas v Waller County v Magnolia

properties that will impress you to the point of having one word come to mind: wow! There is not enough space to give you the detailed description of all the amenities on this 15-acre

showplace, but call our office for a detailed brochure to get the “big picture.” Here is a snapshot: stone exterior, exposed beams, soaring ceilings, 12" wide antique longleaf pine flooring, interior walls of either stone or plaster, cypress antique (from the 1880s) windows, six bedrooms (each with private full bath and three with wood-burning fireplace), three additional fireplaces in the living area, dining area and master bedroom, three half-baths (all baths accented with Chinese glass tiles), old-fashioned movie theater with theater seating for 12 (and a handy room nearby for the “concession stand”). A wellappointed kitchen with bamboo floors, features windows for serving into the screened-in dining veranda. The three-car garage boasts solid mahogany wood doors and an attached “clean barn” (climate controlled) with 400-year-old double doors. With privacy fencing on three sides, wood and cross fencing, Three Mile Creek, scattered hardwoods, landscaping and sprinkler system, this property has it all! Call our office to get the “big picture.”

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This rolling 172-acre property in Washington County, approximately three miles north of Brenham on FM 2935 (Old Gay Hill Road), offers 2,700'+ of paved road frontage, all of the features of live New Year’s Creek, three small ponds, two old wood barns and an equipment shed and has been enjoyed as a family retreat for many years. The main home, a comfortable farmhouse that expanded as the family grew, offers privacy, seclusion and spectacular hilltop views. Mature live oaks provide shade, quiet relaxation and “tree climbing” around

Live Oak Retreat Central Texas v Washington County v Brenham

the main home. Three bedrooms, two baths, a fireplace in the family room that adjoins the kitchen, large living/dining area, wood floors, a comfortable screened-in porch and a large deck offer ample room for family and friends.

Additional living area is available in the fully floored attic. A leisurely walk from the main house is the “gatehouse,” an L-shaped frame guest home with rail fencing, a roomy corner porch with swing, two bedrooms, a bath and kitchen/breakfast/living area. Bring the family, horses, your baseball bat and glove, the dog, fishing poles, some four-wheelers, a hammock and your reading material. This is one to enjoy!

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The Red Bird Lane Farm is about 70 miles west of Houston, near the neat little community of New Ulm. Meticulous attention to detail and a designed master plan for management of the 60 acres of land and improvements has earned Red Bird Lane Farm its reputation as a recognized horse training and breeding facility. A lovingly restored 1860s farmhouse graces the farm, and its flagstone patio is an ideal place to relax and embrace the scenery. Three horse barns with 35 stalls, tack rooms, wash racks, collecting room, lab, hay and equipment barn, covered and open

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James Ranch 2,091 Acres

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This pretty little ranch is located on a graded county road off FM 765 approximately 14 miles northeast of Eden and 26 miles northwest of Brady. It is a quality cattle ranch with some 200 acres of dry-land cultivation, 700 acres in improved pasture and the balance being level to gently rolling with a moderate cover of mesquite. It is well watered by six dirt tanks, a rural water system and seasonal Mustang Creek. Abundant game include deer, turkey, quail, dove and blackbuck antelope. The ranch is improved with a very nice ranch home, large metal barn and pipe working pens. County road frontage exists down two sides. $2,500,000.

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This little hunting place is just big enough to spread your wings and have a little privacy. It is located on FM 765, approximately eight miles south of Paint Rock, 20 miles southwest of Lake Ivie and 24 miles east of San Angelo. About half the property is in CRP with a good turf of grass, and the balance is native pasture with a moderate to heavy cover of mesquite. It is watered by a rural water system and is excellent habitat for deer, turkey, quail and dove. $750,000.

Chip Cole,

Ranch Broker

San Angelo, Texas 325 655-3555 This ranch is offered exclusively by Chip Cole to qualified buyers by appointment only. Cooperative brokerage invited.

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King County Texas High Plains v King County v Guthrie

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Scenic ranch is located in the heart of the rolling plains with true trophy deer and bobwhite quail in numbers people donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think still exist. With highway frontage, community water and electricity, this is a recreational paradise. The terrain is gently rolling to elevated ridges and rough areas, which is ideal for all wildlife, including turkey. It would be hard to find a better hunting ranch, and this one is surrounded by large neighbors. It was originally part of the Historic 6666 Ranch and has been hunted only lightly, never commercially. 4,684.74 acres; $885/acre.

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These 135.44 acres have some breathtaking views from one of the highest points in Kerr County. This property is located on scenic Highway 16 (Fredericksburg Road) within five miles of Kerrville, two miles of Interstate 10 and only 22 miles from Fredericksburg.

This is a great tract for a development or your home! It has 2,969 feet of road frontage.

There is a spring-fed pond, and the spring runs year-round. $2,956,500.

East Texas Horse Ranch Conveyer of Quality Properties 2001 S. Donnybrook Ave. Tyler, TX 75701

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East Texas horse ranch is for the person looking for a place where everything has been done.

From homes, stables, a covered arena and various barns, to lush, coastal Bermuda pasture with tremendous hay potential, this ranch is ready for you and is conveniently located north of Tyler in Big Sandy near I-20. 525.006 acres; $3,000,000.

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Capstone Ranch Central Texas v McLennan County v Waco

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Nestled along the banks of the Brazos River and White Rock Creek, this beautiful country estate will enchant you. Upon entering, you will notice the spring-fed ponds and lush pastures. As the drive meanders through the

pecan orchard and past the barn, you are met with the sight of a magnificent home waiting for you among the trees. This beautifully designed home speaks of time spent enjoying life and celebrating nature, inside and out. The native Texas landscaping, outdoor stone fireplace and gazebo with deck perched high above the limestone cliffs all combine to make this the premier location in Central Texas. With a fully equipped one-bedroom apartment for guests and ample room in the expansive home, entertaining is made easy.

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Minutes from downtown Waco, this graceful 12-acre estate sits under a canopy of mature pecan trees. The 3,500+-square-foot custom home with concrete and brick barn has an integrated design specifically created for the particular horse owner. The house offers four bedrooms, four baths, large living areas and beautiful stained concrete, tile and hardwood floors throughout.

The attached garage leads to the horse barn through the airy breezeway between. This comes

Eric Williams

complete with five oversized stalls, water and electricity, wash rack, wide open aisles for great

5984 North Highway 6 Waco, TX 76712

ventilation and a separate room for tack and horse supplies. The landscaping is wonderfully done with roses bordering the front pastures, flowering trees, and bushes can be found around the house and throughout the grounds!

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Winding Creek Ranch Northeast Texas Van Zandt County v Grand Saline

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Offering 302 acres and improvements, which include a 4,000+-square-foot brick house on a hilltop with views of rolling pastures, barn with tack room and attached guest quarters, two sets of pipe working pens and pipe holding pens.

Two year-round creeks flow through property, which feed into the Sabine River. Five ponds and two large lakes help run the livestock operation.

The ranch has pipe/barbwire fencing and an abundance of wildlife. Enjoy an easy commute to Dallas, only 75 minutes east of the Metroplex.

Call for you private showing. $1,380,000.

Smith Ranch 2,050± Acres

Central Texas Grimes County v College Station

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Gruner Knoll 46 Acres

Northeast Texas v Wood County v Alba

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Luxury living at its finest, this 9,000+-square-foot custom-built two-story home is 75 minutes east of Dallas Metroplex and just minutes from the world-famous Lake Fork Reservoir; with its

Just minutes east of College Station—home of unmatched amenities, six bedrooms, five and two-half baths, five fireplaces, multiple staircases, Texas A&M University’s agriculture experts—is three-car garage with guest quarters and game room upstairs. The gourmet kitchen has granite this exceptional, one-of-a-kind property with counters, stone island, breakfast room, butler’s pantry and formal dining room with sitting area. pasture dotted with oaks and a mixture of The entry hall has decorative lighting and walls of glass for a great second-story view. Balconies, woods. Enjoy scenic views of wildlife while porches, breezeway, gazebo and heated pool and spa call for lots of entertaining. A guest cottage traveling 10 miles of interior roads in and out of is nestled in the trees down a winding road from the main house for private seclusion, so guests the woods. This diverse terrain is totally fenced. never want to leave. The property also features a six-stall horse barn with tack and feed room Farm to market and county road frontage are on with unfinished upstairs bunkhouse, pipe round pen, underground utilities, two ponds, water three sides. Future improvements will feature well and crossfencing. There is a gated entrance with pipe fencing. $1,250,000. a 130±-acre lake and water wells. Electricity is

Hamilton Ranch

already on property. The property is prime for future development. $13,000,000.

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Angie Yarbrough Real Estate The Michael Group

This 72 acre ranch features high ridges, rolling pasture mixed with woods, a nice lake at the bottom of the high ridge, two creeks and lake site. Built on a hilltop, a beautiful stone house with a metal roof has three bedrooms, three

Angie Yarbrough P.O. Box 30 • Grand Saline, TX 75140

full baths, two half-baths, a two-car garage

903 571-3096

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great views from the second-story deck. There are nature trails, hunting blinds and wildlife on property. $525,000.

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Diamond Spur Ranch Central Texas v Grimes County v Anderson

You are driving along beautiful country farm to market roads, commenting on the roll and tumble of the topography. Yes, here it isâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Diamond Spur Ranch.

Come on in. Drive down the tree-lined paved drive. On your left, you will notice a large pasture on the front of the property. Yes, all that grass is improved and fertilized. It is one of several hay pastures. This first home you see as you drive into the ranch is the foremanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house. Those two ponds you see are in yet another large pasture area. There are 33,000+ linear feet of pipe fencing in excellent condition. Diamond Spur Ranch is a turn-key horse ranch. These 216 rolling acres in Grimes County are located as an epicenter to Houston, Conroe, Navasota, College Station and Huntsville. Drive distances are 22+ miles southwest of Huntsville, 33 miles east of College Station and 50 miles to north Houston. Lake Conroe is only 10 miles away, and a lot at Bentwater on Lake Conroe is part of this package. You can enjoy the country club, use the boat slip and enjoy this recreational lake that is so close. There are three separate barns with 31 stalls, loafing sheds in all nine turnout paddocks, 160' outdoor round pen and an additional round pen for working young horses. The indoor ring is lighted and has a mechanical cow on track if you have cutting horses to work. The main house is Austin stone and wood with a standing seam metal roof. The huge front porch runs the entire length of the house. Enjoy the outdoor living around the covered back porch and pool area. Light the fire pit on those cool nights and enjoy the amazing sunsets. The landscaping is beautiful and has an underground sprinkler system, mature trees and accent lighting.

The 216 acres roll gently, and the tree line of the Sam Houston National Forest is next door. Minerals are available under separate contract.

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Bailey’s Berry Patch

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Texas Metroplex v Grayson County v Sadler Picking quarter-size blueberries couldn’t be sweeter. In Sadler, Texas, Bailey’s Berry Patch is a very popular destination for folks in Texas and surrounding states. The berry farm is a u-pick-it

Ebby Halliday, Realtors

you like from five varieties of blackberries and four types of blueberries grown on the fully

Shirley Noles Ruffin

irrigated farm. The Berry Patch consists of 5.5 acres of blueberries, 3.5 acres of blackberries,

3445 North Hwy 1417 Sherman, TX 75092

approximately 180 fruit trees and 67 shade/ornamental trees. A wonderful custom-built

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operation that Ann and Pearce Bailey created. You can pick all the blackberries and blueberries

Western décor home and a 3,075-square-foot building anchor the property, which features other outbuildings, including an Old West saloon adding color to this one-of-a-kind property. Visitors are able to pick their own fruit while enjoying the absolute beauty of the farm. For a private showing, please call Shirley Noles Ruffin at 903 271-9787.

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Wooten Woods offers everything that the discriminating horse owner could ever want and provides the perfect opportunity for a wide variety of any horse-related activities. Some features include horse-friendly fencing, a 152' by 200' covered arena with an observation area, a game room and office, Priefert horse stalls and movable panels. There is also a beautiful log cabin as the main residence, a ranch foremanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s barn with living quarters and a large implement barn. Located just a few miles north of historic Chappell Hill, this horse loverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream would make a great ranch for any owner.

The McRanch Central Texas v Washington County v Brenham

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Located on the Texas Independence Trail, this country home sits among sprawling oaks on beautifully rolling acreage. The property is set up for horses, complete with pipe fencing, large rustic barn with three stalls, tack room, an area for feed and an apartment upstairs. The ranch home has warm wood ceilings, Saltillo tile, granite counters, solid wood doors and three bedrooms with private baths. The large lake, scenic views and beautiful oaks make this a special property.

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597 Acres

Texas Hill Country Blanco County v Willow City

This beautiful Hill Country ranch is tucked away on FM 1323, 15 minutes west of Johnson City and 15 minutes east of Fredericksburg, between Sandy and Willow City. The old stone homestead, windmill and hand-dug well stand as testimony to the heritage of the property. Numerous hills on the property offer dramatic 360-degree views. The terrain varies from steep and rugged to gentle and rolling with numerous soil types, transitioning from typical Hill Country limestone to darker stone and granite. This property has been cleared of most cedars and has both sides of two dammed spring-fed creeks, one with a fantastic waterfall and numerous fern-lined caves.

From the simple home with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, fireplace and fantastic deck, you can see the lights of Johnson City. This property may be purchased in its entirety or in four 150Âą-acre parcels. Contact Carlotta McLean 512 750-3943 or Shannon Windham 512 451-2422, brokers/owners.

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The Lost Canyon Ranch A World Away from Rush Hour

Texas Hill Country v Real County v Barksdale

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Dry creek, one of the headwater streams of the Nueces River, flows through the Lost Canyon Ranch. There are two residences, six rustic cabins with a dining hall and library/meeting room, a tennis court, nature and hiking trails, an 8-acre pond and pool. The 212 acre property varies from oak and pecan bottomland to rugged hills with expansive views. Abundant water and flora and fauna create the ideal setting for a family or corporate compound, and the property has been used as an ecumenical retreat. Additional information at www.lostcanyon.org. $1,600,000. MLS#55736

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This beautiful 230-acre ranch property located six miles to Fredericksburg offers a spring-fed pond and good elevated-view building sites with mixed tree cover. Build your Hill Country dream home and enjoy the benefits of ranch living in a quiet and secluded location, yet close to all the amenities that Fredericksburg offers. A historic pioneer frame home could be restored, if desired.

See additional information at www.cornerstoneproperties.cc. $2,300,000. MLS# 55605

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Lake Coleman Ranch

Northwest Texas v Coleman County v Coleman Lake Coleman Ranch offers 400Âą acres of one of the most unique lake properties available in Central Texas with over one mile of shoreline. This ranch is being offered for sale to the general public for the first time in approximately 100 years. Panoramic hilltop views overlook the lake.

Rolling hill terrain boasts live oak, elm, mesquite and a few pecan trees. Elevation changes are 175 feet or more. This is a great hunting property for deer, turkey, quail, predators and hogs. The 2,000-acre lake was impounded in 1966 and is stocked with hybrid striped bass, large mouth bass, catfish and crappie. So if you like to hunt, fish or water ski, you must take time to see this property. $5,000/acre. Co-operating agents are always welcome to participate at Gaines Land Sales.

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Located in one of the most scenic places in the Texas Hill Country, this ranch straddles the Brady Mountains near Salt Gap. It has 30-mile views of beautiful countryside and is situated in a very quiet area: secluded, peaceful and still wild.

The terrain is rugged here, with over 350 feet of elevation change across the ranch. The limestone

Brady Mountain Ranch

ridges have three species of oaks: Texas red

Central Texas v McCulloch County v Salt Gap

species in abundance. Header canyons on the

oak, live oak and shin oak. It also has redbuds,

4,535 Acres

littleleaf sumac and other excellent deer browse ranch are the beginning of several draws across

Brady Mountain Ranch. In these canyons, mature hardwood trees create shady retreats. Water is provided by 18 stock tanks, community drinking water in the two hunting cabins and available well water. This great ranch also has seasonal springs. This wildlife haven has a strong population of deer, including high-quality bucks. It also has turkey, dove and several predator species, along with wild hogs and a few free-ranging axis deer. Buyers may have the option of wind generator income. This is truly a premium quality hunting and recreational ranch. The owners will consider dividing.

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This unique high-fenced security gated ranch is known for trophy bucks, and it has deer breeder pens and facilities. It is nestled in picturesque, oak-covered canyons and ridges.

It has a 3,500-square-foot rock home with spectacular views from the rim rocks. The kitchen has granite counters, and the den has 19' ceilings. Other amenities include a hunter’s cabin, guide house, a 3,750-squarefoot new metal insulated barn with a concrete

Diamond K Ranch

floor, a walk-in cooler, a cliff-hanging covered

915 Acres

veranda and more.

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Valley View Ranch

1,235 Acres

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This is one of the prettiest ranches in the Texas Hill Country. This area is very quiet and serene with pristine views, yet it has paved ranch road frontage and is in an area of large ranches. The ranch is covered in live oak and shin oak trees.

The ranch house is an attractive, 2,000-squarefoot, three-bedroom, two-bath home with native Texas cedar exterior walls and interior aspen walls. The ranch also includes a separate two-room bunkhouse, and a Texas Parks and Wildlife MLD Level 3 permit gives this ranch a five-month deer-hunting season. This is a perfect sportsman’s ranch, with natural beauty, high game counts, an attractive custom home and much more. $1,850 per acre.

Cross Bar Land Company

1910 S. Bridge Street • Brady, TX 76825

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Homestead Hills Ranch Central Texas v Austin Co. v Bleiblerville

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Approximately 117.79 acres feature a prominent hilltop address that offers unique long-distance views overlooking both Brenham and Bellville, Texas. Property features three ponds and several

Texas Showplace

groves of mature, native pecan trees. Crossfenced into three pastures for grazing and/or hay production, this property also has several choice

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Central Texas v Waller County v Hempstead

building sites. Existing structures on property Enjoy the luxuries of country living without sacrificing convenience. On approximately 114 acres consist of several old barns and an old homestead nestled in a very quiet country setting, this property can be utilized as a weekend ranch or a main home circa 1890s. This is a great ranch to develop residence for those who are cowboys at heart. Enter through a private security-gated entrance, to your specifications. Contact Randy Hodde.

and wind down the tree-lined drive to the impressive 3,900-square-foot home, which lends 360degree views of the property. This one- and one-half-story home features an open concept floor plan, three bedrooms (all located downstairs), three full and two half-baths, crown molding throughout all rooms, tile floors, solid surface countertops, custom cabinetry and upstairs game room. The property also includes a pool and hot tub surrounded by landscaping; 100' by 50' covered working cattle facility with pens, chute and small office and 125' by 40' equipment barn with four bays and a three-bedroom, two-bath living quarters. Contact Kaysee Schulte.

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Own your own private hilltop! Outstanding 64.82 acres of Hill Country land feature panoramic views in every direction from this hilltop, an abundance of wildlife, lots of open space and access to 80+ acres of common area with two stocked fishing lakes. All of this is only a short 45 minutes from San Antonio or Austin. $1,750,000. Contact Randy Hodde.

Four D Farm Central Texas v Washington County v Burton

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Approximately 210.586 acres located in the western part of Washington County and just minutes from the historic communities of Winedale and Round Top feature rolling hills, great views of the

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countryside and majestic groves of mature live oak and post oak trees throughout the entire property.

A fork of the West Mill Creek traverses the southwest portion of the property. The creek is tree-lined with some heavily wooded areas, great for wildlife habitat, and features numerous areas of unique rock outcroppings. Improvements include three barns, pipe corral, one metallic shop building and an old cabin by largest lake. Electricity is on property. Road frontage exists on three sides (3,580'Âą total), and five stock ponds range from .5 to 3+ acres. Great quality property offers opportunity to develop to your specific needs with numerous building sites. Contact Randy Hodde.

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With over a mile of frontage on the Little River, this beautiful, multi-functional, 251-acre ranch features ag production, recreation and quiet country living. Over 700 harvested pecans scatter the Little River Valley as the custombuilt, 2,800+-square-foot Austin stone home

Pecan Valley River Ranch Central Texas v Bell County v Holland

sits on the bluff overlooking the views below.

Improved pastures offer grazing and hay production in addition to the pecans. There are also two barns plus an older antique barn next

to the old homesite. Lots of hunting and fishing opportunities with deer, hog, dove and duck. This is definitely a must-see property. Conveniently, but quietly located just 20 minutes to Historic Salado and I-35, 15 minutes to Temple and 45 minutes to Austin, this property offers production, recreation, location and quiet country living. It’s what everyone is looking for; don’t let this one get away. $1,500,000.

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Beautiful, rolling 167.86 acres overlook the Big Elm Creek bottom with panoramic views. Beautifully situated on the crest of the hill is a unique custom home/horse barn combination, a “barn-dominium,” if you will.

Upon entering the front door at ground level, you will never imagine that it is host to human and equine alike. From the elegant foyer/ game room to the upstairs landing area with balcony access, this home hosts a unique and sophisticated charm with two separate three-bedroom, two-bath living quarters. Below you will find a state-of-the-art stable system with dirt floor (foot/leg friendly), wood-lined stalls with concrete center alley, interior and exterior entry, feed/hay storage, tiled wash bay with hot and cold water, air-conditioned tack room, fly spray system and ceiling fans. Outside there are two 7-acre paddocks with a fresh water supply and an 80' by 180' riding area with all-weather footing. There are approximately 60 acres of improved coastal fields, some native pasture, four stocked ponds and 57 acres of cultivated land. Farm rests on FM 485, just minutes to Temple or Waco and one hour to Austin or Bryan/College Station. $795,000.

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Secluded Country Ranch Central Texas v Milam County v Milano

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This rolling 108-acre ranch features improved hay fields and native pasture, stocked fishing pond, plus two other ponds, two barns, working pens and a custom two-story, 5,000-square-foot custom home (including basement), one-car garage and workshop area. The home is nestled into the edge of a wooded area overlooking the

From the moment you turn onto the drive of

rolling hillside views. Private and secluded, this

this 46-acre ranch, you can see that attention has

place is away from it all $495,000.

been paid to every detail. The beautiful 3,000+square-foot, four-bedroom, three-bath rock home has been completely updated and hosts a warm, rustic ranch charm. Each room has its own unique features, from the cozy master bedroom suite with rock fireplace to the perfectly landscaped yard. You will find picturesque views

Lonesome Post Ranch Central Texas v Bell County v Troy

room is framed with towering windows and beautifully accented with a wood mantel and rustic

Cunningham Real Estate

vaulted ceilings. The kitchen has been completely updated, and you can serve your guest poolside

Dave Cunningham, Broker

overlooking the in-ground pool, the lake and

rolling improved pastures from many rooms of the house. The massive rock fireplace in the family

from the wet bar located in the family room with a convenient pass-though bar from the kitchen. The 1205 S. Market Street • Hearne, TX 77859 property features a variety of fruit, pecan and flowering trees, a stocked lake, a 40' by 60' workshop and a loafing shed with feed/tack storage. There is even some occasional wildlife for your viewing pleasure. Ranch is conveniently located between Temple and Waco. $695,000.

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Trinity River Ranch 2,493 Acres

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This is a beautiful rolling (views) timberland (Timber $) ranch being a very â&#x20AC;&#x153;oceanfrontâ&#x20AC;? rarity above Lake Livingston. The property offers huge topographical changes, previous airstrip, good interior roads, fencing and cross fencing and two internal bridges. This property offers a boat ramp, three houses, steel cattle pens and excellent FM road frontage. Please visit our website for more information on timber volumes, maps and more pictures of this beautiful ranch. $2,995 per acre.

Saratoga Timber Ranch 1,800 Acres

Southeast Texas v Hardin County v Saratoga

1600 Normal Park, Huntsville, TX 77340

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Excellent timberland is located in established pine plantations of significant stands. Property is located one mile north of Saratoga, fronting both FM 787 and Bragg Road. Electricity runs along the east side of Bragg Road, which is maintained by the county. This ranch has a great location and is one hour from Houston and only 30 minutes from Beaumont. With timber, price is $1,495/acre.

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Central Texas v Medina County v Hondo

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Seven miles south of Hondo with frontage on FM 173 and a county road, these 1,247 acres provide a great location, less than one hour to the San Antonio International Airport. This is a rare

Ranchito Realty

opportunity to own a continuous tract of land this size. This South Texas ranch is approximately

Ken Persyn

80 percent South Texas Brush and improved grasses, with a 70+-acre cultivated field used for winter oats. There are good cattle fences around the perimeter, several pastures and good cattle pens. Water sources include five water wells positioned throughout the tract and approximately .7 mile of the Hondo Creek. Electricity is available. There are several old homesteads plus a foremanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cabin and a hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cabin and a secluded home for weekend getaways and/or hunting camp. Great hunting; property has been game managed for eight-plus years, (selective harvesting).

Property is whitetail deer, dove and wild hog paradise! $4,000 per acre.

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Just an hour from Houston, hidden from view, this stunning custom adobe ranch house overlooks 49 acres of rolling terrain in the desired White Hall area. Tree-lined, spring-fed Rocky Creek meanders through the property and flows year-round, splitting the lush pasture. Spanish architecture prevails in the 5,000-square-foot home featuring Saltillo tile and wood floors, a clay tile roof, log-beamed ceilings and huge pillars topped with graceful corbels.

A view from the courtyard overlooks the pool and the calming sound of trickling water from Rocky Creek. The porte-cochere attaches the house to a 2,000-square-foot matching adobe building possible for a guest cottage or game room. A second creek merges with Rocky Creek to form a potential lake site with beautiful old pecan trees providing the shade. You wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fail to enjoy and relax in this private and unique country estate.

River Haven Central Texas v Grimes County v Navasota

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Retreat to River Haven, a 419-acre gated equestrian community in scenic Grimes County featuring 35 estate lots with your choice of prime riverfront,

Navasota Realty Nancy Perry

two miles of Navasota River frontage with 30 acres of common parks and 15 acres of common lakes. There are 6.5 miles of nature and equestrian

502 S. La Salle Navasota, TX 77868

trails, kayaking pavilions, an outdoor kitchen and fireplace, stone gazebo and everything possible for

936 825-5094

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private lakes and the tranquil solitude of country living are available at River Haven. Pre-construction pricing available on 5- to 20-acre lots centrally located to College Station, Conroe or Houston.

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124 Acres Texas Metroplex v Grayson County v Lake Texoma

The pinnacle in design and distinctive appointments, the best of all worlds is achieved in this gated majestic setting with four bedrooms, four full baths and three powder rooms. Four-car garage resting on 124 acres (high fenced for exotics) is approached from a stately drive to a world of uncompromising beauty and comfort. Amenities include four living areas, five fireplaces, a private master suit with a 30' by 21' luxuriously sheltered retreat spa with fireplace and steam shower and a 4,000-square-foot basement with slate flooring, a 6,000-bottle wine cellar, walk-in wet bar, fireplace, safe room and recreation area. The ultimate in elegance is portrayed in the dining room, where hand-painted and gilded walls and the fireplace make dining a rare pleasure.

The library is a gentlemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s luxury retreat featuring specially designed hardwood floor, desk, gun rack, hidden walk-in safe and a wall of bookcases. A spacious procession of public rooms is distinguished by limestone, slate or hardwood floors. Several balconies allow views of the beautiful countryside. Outdoors an Olympic-size diving pool with spa and sunken bar, lighted tennis court, concrete shooting range, 7-acre stocked lake and so much more await those seeking recreation. 131 contiguous acres are also available.

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Dallas Metroplex v Collin County v Anna Offered for sale is an exclusive property in Anna, Texas, less than 45 minutes from Dallas. Tejas Ranch is a beautiful and remarkable property consisting of an incredible 4,000-square-foot ranch home on 66+ acres. The property features live running water, three ponds and exotic game animals. In addition to the main home, there is a large guesthouse, shop, barn/office and much, much more. This property would make the perfect retreat home to escape the stress of the city, but is close enough to Dallas to make an easy commute to work or for shopping. For more information and to view a complete photo portfolio of this property, please visit our website at www.tejasranchtx.com. $2,650,000. Email gene@photomarketing.biz or call 817 925-8716.

PhotoMarketing Associates Gene Fichte 817 925-8716 phone 817 860-6023 fax gene@photomarketing.biz

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2,481 Acre Ranch South Texas v Frio County v Charlotte

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This 2,481-acre ranch is located seven miles west of Charlotte, between Highway 97 and Highway 85. It is high-fenced and part of a larger ranch managed intensively for deer since 1999. Several trophy deer have been taken and more remain. Ten feeder pens with protein and broadcast feeders and 10 very nice blinds will remain. Exceptional water system based on a 1998 Carrizo well rated at 1,250 gallons-per-minute. There are miles of sixand eight-inch PVC with lines to several ponds, dozens of sprinklers and a 30-acre lake suitable for skiing! Property boasts superior brush, good soils and nice topography for beautiful and productive property. Surface only, $2,750/acre. Under contract.

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This 2,100-acre ranch is located seven miles north of Big Wells on FM 1867. It has 5.5 miles

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of high fence out of a nine-mile perimeter. Owned and hunted by the same family for 30

Jim Mullen

years, this property also boasts a stout brick home with great view, two barns, pens and a

228 CR 4545 Hondo, TX 78861

hunting shack. One Carrizo well piped over half the ranch and several deep tanks. It has all red soils and superior brush. This ranch has good potential for development into an excellent deer hunting property. It has large neighbors and is in a good neighborhood for long-term ownership. Surface only with production, $2,750/acre.

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Wildcat Creek Ranch

Colorado v Montezuma County v Telluride

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Wildcat Creek Ranch, comprised of 102 acres, is the ideal mountain retreat located just 33 miles south of the Telluride resort in Telluride, Colorado. Fly-fishermen will find this property very enticing. Wildcat Creek Ranch is bisected by the Dolores River, offering proprietary rights to both sides of the river for 2,500± linear feet. Wildcat Creek, a year-round tributary, empties into the Dolores at Wildcat Creek Ranch, as does a small stream from Waechter Gulch. The outdoor family will enjoy the ease with which myriad activities can be experienced from this property. Equestrians and hunters will appreciate the luxury of direct forest access without the necessity of trailers and crowded trailheads. Hikers and bikers will enjoy relatively primitive trails that allow for a more meaningful “wilderness experience.” Wildcat Creek Ranch sits at an elevation of 8,500± feet above sea level, providing cool summer temperatures and abundant winter snowfall. The vegetation consists of pines, stands of aspens and cottonwoods, in addition to a variety of riparian vegetation. The flat open meadows lend themselves to pastureland, riding arenas and outbuildings. $4,500,000. Contact Mark King, 970 708-1399 or Kevin Holbrook, 970 729-1601.

324 West Colorado Avenue P.O. Box 1063 Telluride, CO 81435 www.telluriderealty.com mark.king@telluridecolorado.net kevin.holbrook@yahoo.com www.doloresriverranch.com

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Belle Meade Farm

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Central Texas v Austin County v Brenham

Impressive, circa 1800s, plantation-style, threestory, four-bedroom, three- and one-half-bath home lovingly restored with the utmost care to preserve its original features. The home has fine finishes (too numerous to mention) and spectacular 360-degree views. This 93±-acre estate is centrally located between Houston and Austin and is complete with a 100+-yearold barn, newer barn, stone pavilion, large, deep lake, two ponds and more. $1,475,000.

Pieper Road

KL Ranch

Central Texas v Burleson County v Somerville

Central Texas v Fayette County v LaGrange

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A country oasis within minutes of Texas A&M for a recreational or hunting retreat, ranch or

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This unique 866±-acre tract with great elevations

development property, this remarkable 293±-acre tract offers hilltop and secluded building offers the best views in Fayette County and sites, 50 percent wooded to provide a natural habitat for hogs, deer, turkey and dove, five features 620± acres of high game fencing, road frontage on four sides, 18± ponds, a 15±-acre

stocked ponds, a large lake, winding creek and more. $1,253,088.

lake and a spring-fed creek meandering through rolling hills. This ranch is complete with a spacious three-bedroom, two-bath main house, hilltop guest home, barns and cattle pens.

The property is under a Wildlife Management Plan and produces trophy whitetail deer. This ranch is second to none, whether it is a primary residence, working cattle ranch or hunter’s paradise. Call for more details. $6,750,000.

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Central Texas v Colorado County v Columbus

weekend retreat or permanent residence. There are barns, pens, scattered live oaks and wooded

888 663-6461 Brenham 888 663-6469 Bellville 888 663-6467 Round Top 888 663-6440 La Grange

areas for deer. This property is centrally located between Austin and Houston. $5,750/acre.

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Bring your fishing pole and cast your line off the fishing pier of one of three stocked ponds, sit under the gazebo while admiring the views, canoe down the Colorado River or barbecue under a pavilion of this gorgeous 325±-acre ranch. A practical two-bedroom, two-bath country home is great for a

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Wild River Ranch 1,076 Acres

Oklahoma v Jefferson County v Ringling

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Create your own recreational oasis within 1.5 hours of the DFW Metroplex. If your passion is hunting duck, deer, turkey, wild hogs and dove or strolling your personal stretch of scenic Red River, Wild River Ranch is the choice for you. Build a lodge or your dream home at the apex of the ranch and enjoy a panoramic view of rolling terrain, grassland, trees, a 30-acre lake and the variety the ever-changing Red River offers, including white sand beaches. Ideal for waterfowl, Wild River Ranch boasts 1.25 miles of Red River frontage, a wetlands easement engineered by Ducks Unlimited and constructed by the Soil Conservation Service and designed to create 200 acres of wetlands with levies and control gates to maintain 18 inches to 3 feet of depth. The 30-acre lake, with a depth of up to 50 feet at the dam, was constructed to assist in flooding the wetlands, if needed, via a pipe with control valve. To further assist flooding, a 10,000-gallon per minute pump is in place at riverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s edge. Wild River Ranch is also ideal for livestock, with steel working pens in place and pasture for horses or cattle. $2,690,000.

Tom Keeton 1717 North Center Bonham, TX 75418

903 583-9527 office 903 583-8719 fax kkeeton@cableone.net

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Texas Hill Country v Burnet County

Located off scenic Park Road 4 in Burnet County near Marble Falls, this 50-acre gentleman’s ranch offers views of Lake Buchanan with a 5,500-square-foot, five-bedroom, four- and one-half-bath home with open living spaces, tall ceilings, faux walls, formal study, loft game room, open kitchen and spacious owner’s suite. The acreage is highlighted by a negativeedge pool with swim-up bar, as well as a pool cabana with full bar and dining area. The well-maintained acreage is perfect for running horses in this Hill Country setting. The ranch is five minutes to Inks Lake, Lake Buchanan and Lake LBJ. Offered for $1,995,000.

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Both sides of dammed Turkey Creek wind throughout these 30 acres nestled in a valley surrounded by high hills in Blanco County, minutes from Blanco and Johnson City in the heart of the Hill Country. Several pasture areas invite horse lovers to build a barn and corrals.

Spring-fed grottos found along the property create pools and springs flowing into the creek. The inviting 3,000-square-foot limestone home sits at the end of a long, private road and features an open living area with stacked stone fireplace, master suite with luxurious master bath and sitting area, game room and large wraparound deck with hot tub. This is truly a peaceful paradise only 30 minutes to Fredericksburg, 45 minutes to Austin and one hour to San Antonio. Offered for $795,000.

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Central Texas v Travis County v Lago Vista

Just across from Muleshoe Bend Park, these 28 acres of prime Lake Travis waterfront feature tall oaks and panoramic views of the lake and surrounding Hill Country. Over 1,700 feet of main body and deepwater cove frontage provide a substantial portion of the property line. Most of the acreage is located on a peninsula above the flood plain. Surrounded by large acreage tracts and located along a private road, this prime acreage also has a level of privacy and tranquility. Offered for $1,850,000.

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Historic Elephant Mountain Ranch

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Central Texas v Uvalde County v Uvalde

Historic Elephant Mountain Ranch is as unusual as the story behind the name! Don’t try to find some resemblance to an elephant while looking at the mountain—it isn’t there! In the 1920s, an escaped circus elephant found refuge in a cave on the mountain, which rises 350' above the surrounding terrain. Since elephants can’t walk downhill well, it took over a day to get him down.

Currently, a two-story building housing a veterinary clinic/apartment sits near the highway on this 155-acre ranch. The heart of the property is found behind the mountain on the upper deck of the 4,200-square-foot custom rock home. From here views include the pristine water of the Nueces Riverfront, with its deep swimming holes, surrounding hills and the purple sage-covered mountainside. Another feature of the property is a private pure-water spring, which cascades past the grafted pecan and walnut trees, plus several species of grapes and berries as it rushes toward the river. Wildlife on the property includes native whitetail deer and Ibex. The entire property is high fenced. This ranch is excellent for a home, camp or other recreational or ranching use. It is truly one-of-a-kind! Call for more details.

Jan Hutchison, Broker Corner of Highway 55 and 337 Camp Wood, TX 78833

830 597-4311 office 830 597-4215 fax solidrock@swtexas.com www.solidrockrealestate.net

Co-listed with

Casey Realty Billy Casey, Owner/Broker P.O. Box 37 Barksdale, TX 78828

830 234-3123 office/fax caseyrealty@swtexas.net www.caseytexashillsrealty.com

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Circle A Ranch 423 Acres

Texas Hill Country v Blanco County v Blanco

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The Circle A Ranch is a beautiful 423 acre Hill Country ranch with significant amounts of live water provided by the Blanco River and Blasingame Creek. The well-improved ranch offers tasteful improvements and a five-bedroom home with high ceilings, wide-planked floors, a beautifully appointed kitchen and living area. Additionally, there is a guest home, caretaker’s home, barns, pens and high fencing. If you have searched for a great live water recreational ranch within an hour from Austin or San Antonio, please look at this estate. Exclusively listed property.

Nunley/Sullivan Ranch 2,864 Acres

Central Texas v Medina County v D’Hanis

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This 2,864-acre Medina County ranch has stunning views of the Balcones Escarpment up to the north. The property is high fenced and has a well developed herd of whitetail deer.

There are many turkey and hogs. Ranchero Creek runs through the property. The property is located 15 miles northwest of D’Hanis. Three water wells are on the property with deep soil on edge of Hill Country. This absolutely beautiful ranch boasts countless huge oak trees. $2,500/acre. Exclusively listed.

Circle B Ranch 5,868 Acres

South Texas v Maverick County v Carrizo Springs

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First time on the market in over 100 years, this 5,868-acre south Texas brush country ranch is part of the old Chittim Ranch. Seven stock tanks provide water to wildlife and livestock. The property has been managed to produce outstanding trophy whitetail deer and is a hunter’s paradise. The ranch is located 14 miles east of Eagle Pass. Very large neighbors.

Steve C. Lewis Ranch Real Estate P.O. Box 5190 San Antonio, Texas 78201

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Beautiful and Secluded Ranch Texas Hill Country v Hays County v Dripping Springs

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Secluded at the end of the road, this beautifully manicured ranch sits on 55 oak-covered acres. As you drive through the custom entrance gate and up the winding road to your home, you are transported to your own private retreat. This spacious ranch property is gated, fenced and cross-fenced with a pond and wet-weather creek meandering through the property, which attracts an abundance of Hill Country wildlife. There is plenty of room to roam, and this property would be perfect for the horse enthusiast, the gardener or nature lover. The land is currently under agricultural exemption, and the

property has several outbuildings ready for all your storage needs, including an additional two-car carport. The all-rock custom 3,000-square-foot, twostory home has four bedrooms, four baths, a study, an incredible large rock fireplace, a gourmet kitchen, recent granite countertops in the kitchen and master bathroom, a wet bar, custom oak cabinets and an attached garage. This is a rare large parcel of land only 20 minutes from Austin, a short drive to Wimberley and in the prestigious Dripping Springs Independent School District. This is the place to live, relax and enjoy nature. $1,498,000.

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This stately, two-story ranch home, located within the Ruby Ranch subdivision, offers an elegant, welcoming residence for the homeowner with executive country living in mind. With highimpact, drive-up appeal, this native stone home sits beyond a beautiful fountain amidst a grand, circular driveway. The blending of the tree-covered, professionally landscaped 2 acres and the outstanding covered porches provide magnificent outdoor entertaining areas. The relaxing inground pool and waterfall/spa add a dramatic effect to the already stunning vista. The two-story foyer opens to a grand entry accented by the open staircase, stained, leaded glass entry door and a brick archway view to the main living areas beyond. The majestic great room offers a brick and fossil stone fireplace, 23' vaulted ceiling with a native stone wall and stained, scored concrete floors. The gourmet kitchen overlooks the great room and breakfast area with inviting black granite countertops, custom cabinetry, walk-in pantry and wet bar. The lower-level master bedroom provides intimate privacy, and a set of double doors opens into this spacious bedroom kept cozy with a fireplace. The pampering master bath features a separate shower, his and her vanities, walk-in closets and a large, marble, jetted tub. Two large upper-level bedrooms and one full private bath access an impressive balcony view. In addition to the home’s attached oversized, three-car garage, a detached architecturally harmonizing, 2,300-square-foot CA/CH finished garage/workshop/artist’s studio/exercise room is equipped with excellent lighting and multiple ceiling fans; this place is ready for your office or hobby! This home has too many extras to list; it’s a must see! $589,900.

Gated Community Texas Hill Country v Hays County v Kyle

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This property is ready for your new ranch home! These rolling hills and Hill Country views are in an executive neighborhood in Indian Hills Ranch of Hays County in Kyle, Texas. The property is situated in a secluded,

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With phenomenal views for miles and on 8+ acres, this 3,518-square-foot custom home is nestled on top of a hill covered with soaring live oaks and native grasses. Built entirely of Hill Country

gated community. Lovely trees surround the

limestone, the house is wrapped by a magnificent

property, and it has level areas ideal for the

redwood deck offering incredible views of the surrounding woods and burnt orange sunsets. The

construction of your custom home. $375,975.

grounds boast a beautiful landscaped pond, greenhouse, sprinkler system and rainwater containment

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half baths, a sewing room and abundant storage, the home radiates with natural light. Soaring some 20

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feet, the great room is capped with six clerestory windows on all sides, with the east and west operable

400 Highway 290, Suite B-101 Dripping Springs, TX 78620

to allow for the cooling breezes in the spring and summer. In the winter, enjoy a roaring fire in the soaring 20-foot limestone fireplace. The master suite boasts an ample sitting area and a five-piece bath

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abundant wildlife. This home has everything for the discriminating buyer! $675,000.

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Quail Ridge Ranch is one of those properties you just have to see for yourself to appreciate.

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s situated halfway between Brownwood and

1,160 Acres

San Angelo off of Highway 67. The population

Northwest Texas v Runnels County v Ballinger

of whitetail deer, bobwhite quail, morning dove and Rio Grande turkey is excellent. Water sources consist of three wet-weather creeks (Live Oak Creek, Dry Hollow Creek and Wire Hollow Creek) and seven surface tanks or ponds. Feeders are filled regularly for deer, quail and turkey. A two-bedroom, two-bath trailer house is fully furnished with a metal roof. A first-class hunting ranch comes with many amenities, and there is a new 20' by 20' metal building. $1,795/acre.

Nolan County Ranch 1,523 Acres

Northwest Texas v Nolan County v Sweetwater

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This ranch offers a home with central heat and central air. Hunting includes deer, turkey and quail. There is a rural water meter at the house, and the property boasts numerous ponds/tanks. A water well on top of a hill provides a concrete water station for livestock. Some large food plots for wildlife and cattle exist.

This property is located off Interstate 20 about 24 miles west of Abilene. $1,250/acre.

Base of Mountain Ranch 1,259 Acres

Northwest Texas Nolan County v Sweetwater

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This ranch is very wooded with cedar and mesquite, has paved road frontage on one end and is approximately one mile wide and two miles long. Rural water is available, and electricity is on the side with the pavement. There are three tanks. No improvements have been made. There is a large deer area with quail and dove. Property is about .5 mile off of IH-20. $875/acre.

Schleicher County Ranch 2,660 Acres

West Texas v Schleicher County v San Angelo

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This ranch is on the Tom Green/Schleicher County line and is a premier ranch with lots of elevation change. A large wet-weather creek runs through the property. There is a small cabin, small food plot, lots of live oaks, cedar and some mesquite. This is an excellent hunting ranch with three wells with water in every pasture, deer and quail. Some minerals are available. $1,495/acre.

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Only eight miles south of La Veta, Colorado, and adjacent to the San Isabel National Forest, virtually at the base of the Spanish Peaks, the 1,395±-acre Mountain Meadows Ranch is offered for the first time in 75 years. Situated atop the Wahatoya Mesa commanding magnificent views, this property is extremely private

Double V Ranch New Mexico v De Baca & Chaves Counties v Fort Sumner

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and isolated. The property is approximately The Double V Ranch is a large ranch in New Mexico located 50 miles north of Roswell or 25 miles 80% tree covered and interspersed by alpine south of Fort Sumner straddling highway 20 for nearly 15 miles. The ranch consists of 109,065± meadows and rock outcroppings. It also deeded acres plus NM state and BLM lease of 13,073± acres for a total of 122,138± acres. This allfeatures several adjudicated springs, which contiguous ranch is fenced into several different pastures, complete with shipping pens and scales. provide terrific wildlife habitat. $5,580,000.

This property is well watered with over 50 windmills, spring-fed arroyos, Conejo Creek, Mora Creek, Pecos River, pipelines and drinking troughs and is well improved with a fine owner’s home, foreman’s home plus other houses and outbuildings. Property makes for an excellent cow/calf or yearling operation. $26,175,000.

Cooper Creek Ranch Arkansas Lawrence County v Imboden

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This 2,800± deeded acre ranch in northeastern Arkansas offers exceptional improvements, manicured grounds, tremendous wildlife cover and more turkey and whitetail deer than any other ranch in the area. With seven food plots, staggered row crops, exceptional water and varied terrain, the property is ideal as a private or corporate retreat. Several lakes and streams

Round Mountain Ranch

provide bass fishing. The property offers top-

Colorado v Routt County v Steamboat Springs

notch horse facilities, a 4,000-square-foot lodge, a log guest cabin, horse barn, machine shed and massive oak trees that grace the four-rail fenced horse pastures. Just 2.5 hours from Memphis and 25 minutes from a private jet strip, this unique sporting property is offered at $5,950,000.

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Located in the renowned Elk River Valley, the Round Mountain Ranch is an outdoorsman’s paradise with excellent cattle and horse facilities. This 1,088±-acre operating ranch boasts excellent fishing on approximately one mile of the Elk River and a spring-fed lake. Adjacent to the Routt National Forest, the property provides direct access to an abundance of big game and recreational opportunities. Comfortably accommodating up to 17 people, the ranch offers extensive and wellthought-out improvements built to the highest standards which include: 5,126±-square-foot owner’s residence, beautifully restored river cabin, separate accommodations for guests and management, very impressive barns, shop and state-of-the-art indoor arena. A magnificent private ranch within minutes of Steamboat Springs, one of Colorado’s premier resort communities, providing something for everyone: skiing, hiking, golf, snowmobiling, as well as fine dining, cultural attractions and shopping. Daily commercial jet service is a mere 40-minute drive, and Vail offers specialty shops 90 minutes away. Co-listed with Dennis Kuntz, Exceptional Properties 970 879-2790. $18,500,000.

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At the crown of Wilson Mesa, only 13 miles southwest of Telluride, the Sound of Music Ranch is easily accessible and appropriately named as it commands truly magnificent and expansive views of several of Colorado’s most famous and rugged “14ers.” A haven for wildlife in an extremely private setting, the property is punctuated by a series of

Sound of Music Ranch Colorado v v San San Miguel Miguel County County v v Telluride Telluride Colorado

lakes interspersed with generous groves of aspen and evergreen trees, surrounded by beautiful open meadows which blanket the gently rolling topography and complement

the superb interior road system. No improvements allow design flexibility to the buyer. This internationally recognized resort location offers world-class skiing, dining, culture and is minutes from the Telluride Regional Airport. The ranch may be purchased in its entirety for $28,800,000 or $18,900,000 for Parcel C (1,724± acres) or $9,900,000 for Parcel A/B (660± acres).

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The 1,010±-acre Fitzgerald Ranch, located almost equidistant between Pagosa Springs, Colorado, and Chama, New Mexico, offers 2.5± miles of the Navajo River. Beautiful meadows along the river bottom transition into a healthy forest of manicured ponderosa pine. Numerous sites on the property capture magnificent views

Fitzgerald Ranch Colorado Archuleta County v Chromo

of the surrounding mountains and valley.

Buildings are exceptional including an inviting log home that has been featured in national

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publications. Other improvements are an Located 13 miles west of Harlowton, the eight-stall horse barn, new manager’s home, 30,000±-acre Haymaker Ranch lies north of the

heated shop and helicopter pad. The surrounding area presents an abundance of recreational Crazy Mountains on the south slopes of the opportunities including skiing at Wolf Creek within an hour’s drive. $10,500,000.

Little Belts. This clean, well-blocked, virtually all-deeded grass ranch is reminiscent of the Serengeti plains, but with dramatic views of four mountain ranges. A substantial elk herd often inhabits the upper reaches of the ranch during hunting season, providing selective opportunities for a trophy. Antelope are found throughout the ranch, along with some upland bird populations. With comfortable modest improvements, well watered, 925± acres of meadows and easy operation, this ranch runs on nearly 50 square miles and is currently

Latir Mountain Ranch

leased to run 1,000 cows. $11,000,000.

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Located 35± miles north of Taos, New Mexico, within one hour of Red River and two hours of Santa Fe, the Latir Mountain Ranch consists of 6,097± deeded acres in the midst of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains adjacent to the Carson National Forest and the Latir Peak Wilderness Area.

The ranch improvements are easily accessible, nicely finished and very distinctive. Latir Creek flows through a richly diverse topography punctuated by rock outcroppings and deep draws interspersed with spacious open meadows in a heavily timbered alpine setting. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a recreation-oriented property close to a world-renowned resort offering complete privacy, seclusion and expansive mountain views. $13,000,000.

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Ochoco Ranch Oregon v Crook County

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Ochoco Ranch is an unequaled recreational paradise offering natural beauty, astounding views, development potential, plentiful wildlife, desirable water characteristics and complete privacy. This unusual offering consists of over 42,000 acres of timbered high country bordering the Ochoco National Forest. Ochoco Ranch is located in the rapidly growing area of Central Oregon and just 45 minutes from the Redmond/ Bend Municipal Airport. The Ochoco Ranch is a haven for Rocky Mountain elk, mule deer, antelope, grouse, quail and turkey. Rainbow and brook trout can be found in Wolf Creek and Horse Heaven Creek on the ranch. An additional 19 miles of smaller live water creeks and an

amazing 65 springs are also located on the ranch. A remarkable panoramic view of the Cascade Mountain Range can be seen from the ranch. The Ochoco Ranch is a tremendous resource with exceptional location and a variety of recreational amenities that place it at the top of ranch offerings in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s marketplace. Offered at $48,500,000. Listed by Mason & Morse, Inc. Contact Rue Balcomb, John Stratman or Robb Van Pelt.

214 8th Street, Suite 100 Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

877 207-9700 toll free www.ranchland.com

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A Family Retreat Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Hunt

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We proudly offer this unique property located on Cardinal Hill Road in Hunt, Texas. The main house is comprised of four bedrooms, four baths, two living areas, a gourmet kitchen/breakfast area and office. Complementing the main house is a charming two-bedroom, two-bath guesthouse with sunroom and covered back porch. Also, there is a two-bedroom, one-bath cottage, useful for overflow or maidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quarters. Just minutes from the Hunt Store, it is also convenient to all of the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summer camps in Hunt. This is a choice Kerr County property.

Furman Ranch Texas Hill Country v Kerr County v Kerrville

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This 298.96-acre ranch, formerly a part of one of the famous Real family ranches, is like a park.

Gentle terrain is covered with huge live oak and post oak trees. Views abound for that perfect

Harold Crocker

ranch house. Currently, there is a native stone weekend cottage with one bedroom, one bath,

741 Water Street, Suite 212 Kerrville, TX 78028

large living, dining and kitchen area, a beautiful stone fireplace and covered front porch. One

830 896-8688 office 830 896-8689 fax

water well furnishes for the cottage, livestock and game. Yes, there is game, including native whitetail deer, wild turkey and a variety of exotics. Surrounded by larger ranches, this is an ideal

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family retreat, only 16 miles southwest of Kerrville and convenient to San Antonio.

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This 1,730-acre ranch features about 4.5 miles of the beautiful Frio River with deep aquablue pools of water. There is good fishing and hunting, two good water wells, large oak trees, 6' and 8' fencing, and frontage on Highway 187 south of Sabinal. There are nice hills and ridges with views of the river and distant hills. Electricity is on the property. Price reduced to $2,400/acre.

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Located less than one hour east of Dallas, this ranch has six lakes, three barns with horse stalls and

John Cordova 16434 FM 344 West Bullard, TX 75757

903 520-5321 cell www.lakepalestinetx.com jpcordova@earthlink.net

tack rooms and a set of working cattle pipe pens. Featuring 90% pasture, 10% timber fencing, cross fencing and access to two county roads, this property has excellent development potential with an adjoining property deed restricted. The home offers 10,000 square feet under roof, 5,000+ heated and cooled square feet, soaring ceilings, a new granite kitchen, four fireplaces and two guest suites.

The master suite has his and her baths with private patio and spa tub. There is a large Texas-style office with a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and a richly paneled wood ceiling.

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This beautiful home is located on one of nine tracts of quality farmland that includes 6,700 acres in cultivation, 975 acres in CRP and 2,200 acres of grassland for a total of 9,882 acres. The property is currently used for stocker cattle and includes eight sprinkler irrigation

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foot home was built in 2001 and has four bedrooms, three and one-half baths and three fireplaces. The owner will consider dividing this property.

Ben G. Scott 1301 Front Street Dimmitt, Texas 79027

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This working horse ranch offers superb recreational opportunities with three creeks, a 17-acre fishing lake, a smaller second lake, three homes and outstanding hunting along with a remarkable history. This two- and one-third-section property is located four miles southwest of Quitaque, where the rough breaks country below the Caprock Escarpment begins to level out into tillable fields. The owners have offered to convey half of the mineral estate.

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800 699-3689 J. A. (Jake) Laning, Jr. 830 591-7816 mobile 830 278-3038 Buck Laning 830 591-7822 mobile 830 278-3413

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This is South Texas brush country at its finest! Featuring 1,000 game-fenced acres northwest of Pearsall, Texas, this entire ranch is covered with a dense overstory of guajillo, black brush, granhenia and guayacan, and it is tall and thick, thick, thick! The bottoms and draws have large mesquites and hackberry and persimmon growing in them. Relax in a lovely five-bedroom, threeand one-half-bath lodge built on a hilltop with great views of the countryside. There is a 2:1 buck to doe ratio on this ranch, which has been game managed for 10 years. There are nice metal

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Drive into this beautiful 250Âą acre ranch in the heart of Texas and see the breathtaking 4,700square-foot Austin stone home upon the hilltop, offering fabulous views of Indian Creek Valley and the small lake just below. Amenities include: entry doors of custom African mahogany, granite countertops, hand-scraped wood floors and Italian ceramic tile. Outside improvements include a metal barn, horse stalls, pipe pens and working pens. The land offers four large tanks, excellent cover, deep draws, a wet-weather creek, large live oaks, coastal fields, elevation and an abundance of wildlife. This ranch offers the best in a home, ranch and recreational property. See our website for more pictures.

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One of the most beautiful and productive cattle ranches in Matagorda County, these 1,300 acres of improved pasture on the bank of the Colorado River, not far from Bay City, Texas, offer improved gravel roads, a complete underground pressured water system and a complete drainage system

Douglas Real Estate

to ensure proper water flow. There is an abundance of live oak and pecan trees: an area perfect for a luxurious ranch home nestled in a huge 100-year-old live oak setting. Wildlife abounds with

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a large deer population, wild turkey, waterfowl and wild pigs making their home on this land.

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The Colorado River is navigable all along the eastern boundary of the ranch, and 1.5 miles of

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The crystal-clear water of the Nueces River is the most beautiful aspect of this 730-acre ranch that boasts many beautiful features. Living Waters Ranch has it all: 1.5 miles of the Nueces River; an elegant 6,000-square-foot home; extensive fertile bottomland with huge live oak trees and over 1,800 pecan trees; two guest houses; spectacular views; and abundant

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game, including whitetail, axis, mouflon and blackbuck. The river provides great fishing,

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lovely home sits atop a bluff overlooking the river. Six bedrooms and four and one-half baths provide ample space for friends, family and business associates or even a corporate retreat.

Living Waters Ranch is unique luxury living in the country!

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830 964-4600 257 Ac. - Wilson Co. High-fenced, wooded, very nice 3BR/4BA house, 1 mile of tree-lined creek. Whitetail deer, exotics, good fishing. $2,700,000 271 Ac. - Gonzales Co. County road, heavily wooded w/live oak, elm, mesquite, 2 miles of creek, crossfenced, well, deer, turkey, feral hog. $2,950/acre 410 Ac. - Hamilton Co. County road, rolling hills, well, three tanks, roads, excellent quail place and deer. $1,795/acre 410 Ac. - Hamilton Co. County road, rolling hills, creek, tank, scattered oaks, quail place. $2,195/ac 820 Ac. - Hamilton Co. County road, rolling hills, well, creek, 3 tanks, mesquite, cedar & scattered oaks, good pasture grasses, 1/4 minerals. $1,795/ac 631 Ac. - LaSalle Co. 360 ac. in Tifton Bermuda under pivot irrigation, irrig. well, 271 ac. brush, camp house, red sandy loam, deer, quail, co. rd. $1,850/ac 727 Ac. - Frio Co. Hwy, county road, open country with irrig. well, 200-acre pivot system, red sandy loam, super quail place. $2,000/ac 1,600 Ac. - Freestone Co. Hwy, rolling, 30% wooded, balance mostly open in Bermuda & native grasses, 8 wells, creeks, 20 springs, 15 stock tanks (some large), nice home, manager’s home and lots of improvements, excellent cattle place, deer & waterfowl. $2,500/ac 2,834 Ac. - Val Verde Co. End of the road, highfenced game ranch, good tree cover, 2 mobile homes, 3 wells, 4 tanks, power, blinds, feeders, whitetail deer, axis deer, red deer, elk, aoudad, turkey, quail & dove. This is an excellent turnkey hunting ranch. It can be divided in two. $885/ac 12,000 Ac. - Webb Co. Lying in northern Webb County, east of I-35 at the end of the road. It has gently rolling terrain, a good mix of thick native brush cover for wildlife. Improvements include a cinder block ranch house on slab with metal barn, hunting lodge with outside pavilion & other outbuildings. Two water wells & 12 stock tanks provide water (1 large). In addition to big deer, there are turkey, feral hog, dove and quail.

Century 21 Judge Fite Co. Joan Glaspy, Broker Associate joanglaspy@judgefite.com

972 841-5867 972 878-5867 Ext. 301 ELLIS COUNTY - Commute to Dallas/Fort Worth from this fine property located just minutes from Ennis, Texas, and enjoy country living. Excellent development potential awaits the investor with the purchase of these 50+ acres with Hwy 34 and Old Creechville Road frontage. This is an ideal location for a private home/residential development. $250,000

Ben G. Scott, Broker www.scottlandcompany.com

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RED RIVER ACCESS/HUNTING - Five locations in Cotton County, Oklahoma. Hunting, creeks, trees, ponds, hunting, farming, grazing, perimeter fencing, one tract with a home, call us for a package with other improvements. Did we mention HUNTING?!

CHECK OUR WEBSITE for details on other ranches from 80 to 118,000 acres in Texas, New Mexico & Oklahoma, good irrigated farms, feedyards, acreages with homes and farms permitted for dairies.

Donnie Stegemoller Realtors www.wehavethekey.com www.huntershelpinghunters.com

325 646-5656 office 866 646-5656 toll free

8,630 Ac. SOUTH TEXAS, Kinney Co. Transition area, great brush, good underground water, electricity, lodge, paved frontage. $1,285/Acre. #06182-9 2,736 Ac. NORTH TEXAS, Haskell Co. Highfenced game ranch, huge deer & ready to shoot, 3 miles of Paint Creek & Mule Creek, which feed Lake Stamford & Lake Stamford frontage, water galore.

This is a HUNTER’S PARADISE with excellent deer, duck, turkey, quail, dove, hog hunting. #07-057-9.

2,560 Ac. SOUTHWEST TEXAS, Val Verde Co. Turn-key hunting ranch, 6BR lodge, 8 water wells, blinds & feeders, very secluded. $584/acre or $1,495,000 #06-031­1 2,500 Ac. WEST TEXAS, Regan Co. More land is available. Offers excellent deer and quail hunting, excellent underground water and electricity. $595/ Acre. #06-179-5 1,931 Ac. WEST CENTRAL TEXAS, Nolan Co. Heavy mesquite brush country to rolling hills, good surface water, excellent deer & quail, close to I-20. #07-003-9 795 Ac. NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS, Stephens Co. Mesquite & live oak country, good water, ranch house, metal barn, deer, turkey, quail & hogs. More land available. $1,895/Acre #07-024-9 739 Ac. WEST CENTRAL TEXAS, Concho Co. High-fenced turn-key hunting ranch, 6BR lodge, metal barn, improved deer herd & excellent water. $1,800,000. #06-­119-5 602 Ac. CENTRAL TEXAS, Coleman Co. Beautiful & heavily wooded w/live oak, Spanish oak, post oak & shinnery brush, good topography, water, 2 cabins & excellent hunting. $2,295/Acre. #07-040-9 476 Ac. CENTRAL TEXAS, Brown Co. Heavily wooded, large bull mesquite, live oak, seasonal creek, excellent hunting & great topography, good surface water. $1,995/Acre. #06-158-11 331 Ac. CENTRAL TEXAS, Coleman Co. Live oak, mesquite & cedar, 10-acre lake, surface tank, excellent hunting & fishing, $1,850/Acre

Terry Wootan Real Estate www.terrywootanrealestate.com

325 247-5711 1,887± Acres - Fisher & Jones Counties. Two miles of Sweetwater Creek, monster whitetails, 3BR/ 2BA manufactured home. Great turn-key hunting property! $1,250/ acre 952± Acres - San Saba Co. 5BR/3BA manufactured home, great views, barn/garage, one of the best lowfenced hunting ranches, game managed. $2,995/ac 689± Acres - Taylor Co. Beautiful mountains, top-of-the-line furnished 5/3.5 main home, wind production, all royalties convey. Great hunting. $1,850,000 260± Acres - Honey Creek, beautiful views, lovely main home 3BR/3BA, gated, creek is dammed, lots of wildlife. Hill Country showplace! $3,000,000 93± Acres - Llano Co. Near Buchanan Dam, easy lake access, cabin, barn, paved road frontage, good hunting.

Excellent weekend retreat! Reduced! $7,450/acre 81± Acres - Llano Co. Outside Llano, beautiful views, large Oaks, Coastal, paved road frontage. Great horse or cattle property! $6,500/acre 45.9± Acres - Llano Co. Between Llano and Brady.

Excellent fencing, great views, large oaks. $5,500/ac 35± Acres - Llano Co. Just west of Llano.

Underground irrigation, high fenced, 50 gpm well.

Many more! Excellent horse/deer facility. $350,000 25± Acres – 3BR/2.5BA rock home, great views, 13 miles from Llano, unique granite outcroppings, garden area, storage, very secluded. $469,000 Volume 44 Texas Farm&Ranch

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Goehrs Properties, Inc. Heritage Texas Country Properties Coldspring, TX; San Jacinto County Goehrs1@Eastex.Net www.GoehrsProperties.com

936 653-1313 or 800 288-5606 Farmhouse on 43±-Acre Tract - Low taxes!

Amenities include: large 24x36 metal building/shop, lovely pond, large detached 1-car garage, storage shed behind home. Home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, ceramic tiled flooring, needs a little TLC but WOW - What a beautiful tract of land!

MLS#2944448 10±-Acre Tract of Land! Owner has restricted against moving in any mobile homes. Great place to build quaint homesite. Located down county maintained road – very desirable location. Come take a look today! MLS#7079076

Texas Ranch Broker 210 275-3551 1,260± Acres in Real County with 2 lakes, 6,000± sq. ft. lodge, airstrip, near Garner State Park, Highway access, abundant game. $3,600/acre 250± Acres in Kerr County with high fencing, a rock cabin, water and electricity and easy access. $3,750/acre 175± Acres with 3,300± ft. of Frio River frontage, great views, easy access, $4,500,000 698± Acres in Real County with creek, fishing lake, furnished home and bunkhouse. County road access. $3,475,000 1,258± Acres near Junction with water and electricity.

End of county road. $1,495/acre 654± Acres in Kimble County with deer blinds, feeders, county road frontage and large oak trees. $1,650/acre

Bevers Real Estate www.BeversRealEstate.com

979 830-1180 Ext. 24 3/4, 4,195-SF Home. 98 acres, FM 390. $1,795,000 212+ Acres in Chappell Hill. $1,912,500 3/3, 1,628-SF Home. 70 acres on 390. $1,250,000 3/3 Home. 24+ acres, horse barn, Chappell Hill. $1,200,000 5/7, 5,585-SF Home. 10 acres, Chappell Hill. $849,000 40 Acres. 3 homes, Kenney. $679,000 42 Acres and frontage on 290. $672,000 27.25 Acres. Divisible, Chappell Hill. $436,000 19 Acres. 3BR/3BA, 3,408-sf home, Ind. $399,000 38 Acres. Chappell Hill, pond. $395,000 13+ Acres. Burton, 4/2.5, pond. $380,000 31 Acres. Washington, ponds. $349,900 18 Acres on FM 390. $299,000 3/2 2,400-SF Home. Brenham. $299,000 3/2 Home. 3 acres, Brenham. $249,500 3/3, 2,327-SF Home. 2.38 acres, Chappell Hill. $249,000 4/2.5, 2,383-SF Home. Chappell Hill. $240,000

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888 663-6461 Brenham 888 663-6469 Bellville 888 663-6467 Round Top 888 663-6440 La Grange 31± ac. Remodeled 4bd, 3ba w/open floor plan, horse barn, equipment/hay barn, 2 ponds, sandy soil. $490’s 73± ac. Horse training, boarding & breeding facility, barns, arena, 2 ponds, live oaks, paved roads. $1.9M 162± ac. Rolling terrain, majestic oaks, 2 farmhouses, 3 pastures, 2 ponds, horse barn, views. $1.9M 188± ac. 4bd, 3ba barndominum, pool, BBQ pavilion, barns, 6 lakes, wooded, abundant river frontage. $1.4M 266± ac. Lake, pond, creek, rolling w/open & wooded areas, wildlife, development potential. $1.2M 300± ac. Beautiful recreational property, 2 ponds, live oaks, rolling, sandy soil, improved pastures. $1.2M 384± ac. Breathtaking views, rolling terrain, Kickapoo Creek frontage, 4 ponds, 2 homes, barns, pens. $1.3M

Hodde Real Estate Co. 979 836-8532 office 979 836-1224 fax 888 882-1321 toll free Little Rocky Road – 60± ac. with panoramic views, high rolling hills, 2 ponds, and mature trees.

Stone Creek Lane – 100± ac. in Austin Co. featuring rolling hills, wooded areas, creek and small pond.

HWY 237 – 40.67± ac. just minutes from Round Top with trees, attractive homesites, wet-weather creek and great spot for antique business. Can be divided.

Meadows of Chappell Hill – Restricted tracts featuring hills, views, trees, underground utilities and more.

Ranches of Brushy Top – Hill Country acreage ranging from 5+ to 200+ acres with panoramic hilltop views, trees, lakes, common areas and a wildlife preserve.

Legacy Estates – Approx. 2+ to 12+-acre restricted tracts in Waller County with open, rolling views, mature trees, ponds, and creek.

Crocker Real Estate 830 896-8688 70 Acres - Native stone hilltop home with spectacular views. Pool, cabana and outdoor cooking area. 30x50 barn. 8 miles from Kerrville.

298 Acres - Clean, gentle Hill Country ranchland.

Mature live oak and post oak trees. Located 16 miles southwest of Kerrville.

Wendland & Associates www.wendland-associates.com

830 896-8410 STOCKADE RANCH - 415 ac, Bastrop Co. Premier cattle, horse & hay operation, good sandy loam soil, coastal fields, quality improvements including 3,600-sf house, covered riding arena, barns, pens.

Only 35 miles from Austin.

MEDINA RIVER RANCH - 179+ ac, Bandera Co. 1,000’ of beautiful Medina River, good potential for pecan orchard, livestock & hay. Great views of valley, easy access from highway. Great waterfront property!

SANTA CLARA RANCH - 23,000 ac., Val Verde Co. Great investment property! Close to Lake Amistad for recreation, Mexico & Del Rio. WYOMING - 77,640 ac., Carbon Co. Large premier ranch near Laramie, two suburb log homes, 13+ miles Medicine Bow River, trout ponds, great hunting for elk, mule deer, pronghorn. Wind energy.

OKLAHOMA - 20,000 ac., Pittsburg Co. Located in southeast Oklahoma, heavy timber and grassy plains, 70+ ponds, a new hunting lodge and a great hunting area.

UTAH - 10,200 ac. in Duchesne & Wasatch Counties.

Majestic mountain lodge, great views, trophy-class hunting, near Park City.

Markham Realty, Inc. www.markhamrealty.com View maps & pictures on website

888 286-3575 19.7 ac. Mostly open pastureland with high hills, FM frontage, NW of Huntsville. $6,200/acre 23.3 ac. N of Huntsville, SH frontage, sandy soil, hardwoods. $4,500/acre 28.7 ac. Walker Co. deer & squirrel hunting. $4,250/acre 34 ac. Gently rolling young pine forest, Co. Rd. frontage NE of Huntsville. $2,995/acre 36.5 ac. Walker Co. rolling upland, wet-weather creek. $4,150/acre 45.3 ac. N of Huntsville, between SH 75 & IH 45, rolling upland. $3,950/acre 50 ac. (3 available) - Walker Co., road frontage, sandy soil, hardwoods $4,500/acre 101.6 ac. Walker Co., rolling, wooded, 3 ponds, fenced. $199,500 132 ac. N of Huntsville, recreational property. $2,750/acre 171 ac. Hunting retreat, nice cabin, complete with custom enclosed blinds, feeders, etc. N of Huntsville on Bedias Creek. $425,000 225 ac. Madison Co. Northwest of Madisonville, fenced pastureland, working pens, stock tank. $2,550/acre 295 ac. N of Huntsville, ideal recreational property. $2,500/acre 367 ac. North of Huntsville, many pretty homesites/ lake sites and numerous recreation possibilities $2,950/acre 515 ac. Costal Ranch - Seadrift, TX, fronting Victoria barge canal, on San Antonio Bay, hunt waterfowl in reservoir. $1,750,000

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Jeff Avant Ranch Sales Willingham Realty Dilley, Texas www.avantranchsales.com

830 965-1775 ZAVALA CO. 3,405± acres, "Star Ranch" beautiful lodge area, 3 carrizo water wells, several tanks, turkey creek, part highfenced, light to heavy brush, 800 acre feet of water rights! Can divide! $2,350/ac MEDINA CO. 300± acres, ranch house, two cabins, Edwards water well, 10±-acre lake w/bass, 3 ponds, high-fenced, added genetics, only 30 minutes to San Antonio. Beautiful! $6,250/acre WEBB CO. 1,800± acres, hunter's cabin, two windmills, two tanks, all brush, hwy frontage, just a few miles east of IH-35, great area and owner would divide into two 900±-acre tracts.

LA SALLE CO. 155± acres. 2 new 3/2 manufactured homes, bunkhouse, storage bldg., 4 water wells, 7 ponds, irrigated food plots, good bush, huge parking lot area, one-of-a-kind! $1,250,000. $950,000.

LA SALLE CO. 800-1,450 ac. High fenced, lodge, 2 mobile homes, water wells, tanks, red sandy soils, minerals, excellent deer, dove and quail area, near Dilley. $2,500/acre Visit website for more info and other listings!

Legacy Land & Ranches

Aubrey Faubion, Agent

325 365-2438 Subdivisible 1,258.4-Acre Ranch in Nolan County 80 acres on paved road. $1,095 per acre 160 acres on paved road $1,050 per acre 320 acres on paved road for $950 per acre 114.4 Acres with good hunting for deer & quail.

Small ranch w/well, 2 tanks, one with fishing dock, nice barn and a great fishing place. About 6 miles from Ballinger in Runnels County, TX. $2,000/acre 643 Acres off of I-20 in Nolan Co. w/2 tanks. $895/ac Nice Home in Mesquite Acres at Lake Ivie. Lake view, 3-car carport, large storage building, 3 years old. $195,000

Stephens Ranch Hand Real Estate 325 647-5461 751 Ac., Runnels Co. Canyons, creek draws, lake, excellent hunting, good cover. $1,350/acre 176 Ac., Coleman Co. 3 tanks, cover, oaks, high hills, views, deer, turkey, dove, quail. $2,125/acre 112 Ac., San Saba Co. 2 tanks, excellent hunting, seasonal creek. $324,800.

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254 848-5263 office 254 848-2921 fax Bosque County 113 ac. River Frontage, Minerals Conveyed 69 ac. River Frontage, Historic Home Coryell County 157 ac. Hills, Trees, Views, Lake, Pond 181 ac. High Fenced, Creek Frontage 259 ac. Open, Rolling Pastures Falls County 96 ac. Home, Horse Barn, Pasture Freestone County 372 ac. Creek, Trees Limestone County 183 ac. Ranching, Recreational 428 ac. Ranching, Recreational, Lake McLennan County 69 ac. Home, Barns, Equipment, Animals

PhotoMarketing Associates www.tejasranchtx.com Gene Fichte

817 925-8716 Tejas Ranch - Incredible 66-acre ranch less than 45 minutes from Dallas. Beautiful 4,000 sq. ft. ranch home, guesthouse, shop, barn, live running water, 3 ponds, exotic game. Must see to believe! $2,650,000

Phyllis Browning Company

Frio Co. 200 ac. Great native brush, 3 stock tanks, paved co. rd. access. Frio Co. red dirt & lots of game.

Frio Co. 107 ac. At the confluence of Frio and Leona Rivers. Carrizo water well, large trees and cattle pens.

Hays Co. 844 ac. Near TSU campus. Suited for upscale development project or commercial.

Karnes Co. 52.74 ac. Great property. County road frontage. Native grasses & second growth brush withsome larger mesquites. Electricity available.

Kendall Co. 23.96 ac. Secluded 5-4.5+ study custom stone home on 1,200 feet Guadalupe River frontage.

Cedar beams and interior rock walls. Year-round, spring-fed creek.

Kerr Co. 105.95 ac. Recreational ranch w/hilltop 22. Wet-weather, spring-fed creek, pastures.

Kleberg Co. 26.22 ac. Beautiful coastal property on Baffin Bay with 340 feet of waterfront. Four 2/2 cottages, a lighted 300-foot pier. A glass-enclosed palapa, covered picnic area and some game. Enclosed pool.

LaSalle Co. 531 ac. Big brush and pasture ideal for livestock & native game. Wet-weather creek runs along property. Permeter and cross fencing.

Medina Co. 380 ac. Rolling hills cover native brush and grasses. 3 stock tanks, fenced & cross-fenced.

Barn & holding pens. Frontage on 2 county roads.

Medina Co. 176.16 ac. Great south Texas hunting, recreation or working ranch with deer blinds and feeders. Large tank. Abundance of native and game.

Medina Co. 220 ac. Brush plus native & improved pastureland. 2 stock tanks. Good fencing. Metal barn for storage.

Uvalde Co. 155 ac. On Nueces River. 3/2 house with views. Many improvements and abundant game.

Wilson Co. 189.47 ac. Working cattle ranch.

Current grazing lease & shared water well. Native pastureland. Barn w/concrete floor & electricity.

Perimeter & cross fences.

Wilson Co. 251 ac. New rock home with three-car garage and pool. Additional 2-story historic home circa 1870.

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800 860-0699 Bandera Co. 24.17 ac. Custom-built 4-2.5 + study.

Red Bluff Creek on property. Fenced/cross fenced w/tons of live oaks, red oaks, elms, & pecans.

Bexar Co. 11.69 ac. 4-3 rock w/metal roof. 2-2 quarters, infinity-edge pool, cantina & views.

Blanco Co. 67 ac. Near Johnson City, straddles running Rocky Creek Barn. Bunk house.

Blanco Co. 245 ac. 4-3.5 spacious home w/ picturesque pond stocked w/fish, seasonal creek & Hill Country terrain. Game fenced w/exotic & native species plus oak & elm trees.

Caldwell Co. 47.22 ac. Improved & native pastures.

Stock tank, fencing & cross fencing, water well, electric meters.

Cameron Co. 40 ac. Main lodge + 3 guest homes on manicured estate on a picturesque resaca. Ideal location for bird watching, hunting, & fishing.

Comal Co. 3.65 ac. Custom built 3-2 w/master dn.

Covered deck and patio. Wonderful horse facilities.

Comal Co. 28+ ac. Hill Country estate. Architectural masterpiece, slate & antique pine flrs. Barn w/4 bays.

Comal Co. 29.2 ac. 4-4.5 ranch-style home w/rolling hill views. Cabana & outdoor kitchen. Heated pool.

Barn w/stalls.

Frio Co. 460.96 ac. Gently sloping brush country surrounded by farm land. Great habitat for quail, dove, deer, pigs & turkey. Well w/elec. pump, cattle pens & large stock tank.

Texas Homestead Real Estate Participating with Cabela’s Trophy Properties, LLC Kerrville, TX Bill Barton

830 285-2995 177 Acres, Big Bucks Ranch, Edwards County Native & exotic hunting. Compound, well, electricity, septic. Price reduced to $399,000.

65 Acres, YO Ranchlands, Kerr County Fabulous hunting and wildlife in the historic YO Ranchlands Owners Section. $430,000 2,420 Acres, Del Rio, Val Verde County 11 miles NE of Del Rio. The ranch has not been commercially hunted in the last 40 years. $1,996,500 650 Acres, Round Mountain, Blanco County Perfect for a game ranch or high end subdivision.

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830 741-8906 Bandera Co-21 ac. Scenic, Medina River. $10,500/ac Bandera Co-105 ac. Live creek, spring. $10,000/ac Bandera Co-141 ac. Pipe creek, spring, well $14,500/ac Comal Co- 87 ac. Well, ponds, home, $11,950/ac Dimmit Co-110 ac. Home, well, tank. $3,181/ac Dimmit Co-492 ac. Well, paved frntg $1,950/ac Frio Co-4 ac. Vege. Packing warehouse. $725,000 Frio Co-448 ac. Hunting ranch, well. $2,750/ac Frio Co-743 ac.Farm, pivots, 3 Carrizo wells. $2,250/acre Jeff Davis Co-614 ac.Home, shop, barn, well. $4,071/ac Kerr Co-9 ac. Views, awesome homesites. $61,111/ac Kendall Co-33 ac. Scenic, wildlife, utilities. $20,606/ acre La Salle Co-2,018 ac. H/fenced, home, paved frntg $2,000/ac Maverick Co-1,000 ac. 4/lakes, 5/wells, hm. $3,500/acre Medina Co-22ac.Hwy 90 frontage, development $10,000/ac Medina Co-154 ac. Wells, house, scenic. $4,950/ac Medina Co-200 ac. Homesites, will divide. $6,500/ ac Medina Co-468 ac. Brush, pond, water meter. $4,250/ac Medina Co-490 ac. 45 to 100-ac. tracts, Hwy 173. $6000/ac Medina Co-1,620 ac. Creek, springs, ponds. $2,495/ac Terrell Co-1,700ac. Unimproved, 2 ponds, well. $300/ac Uvalde Co-140 ac. Hwy 90, home, wells, river $7,246/ac Uvalde Co-70 ac. Creek, building sites. $5,500/ac Uvalde Co-330 ac. Paved frntg, 3/wells, river $3,650/ac Uvalde Co-456 ac. House, wells, ponds, creek $2,950/ac Val Verde Co-2,833 ac. h/fence, wells, spring $990/ac Zavala Co-2,500 ac. Ponds, wells, h/fence. $1799/ac Zavala Co-3,200ac. Lodge, barns, ponds, wells, deer pens. $3,000/ac

VIP Country Properties

www.vipcountry.net Visit our website for detailed brochures.

979 865-9459 The Wood-Hughes Home Washington Co., 1897 Victorian Home, 4,487 sq. ft. of living space, 920 sq. ft. of porches, large lot in Brenham, TX. $595,000 Bostick Farm 60 ac, Colorado Co., Mature live oaks, native pasture, woods, deep banked creek, 836 sq. ft. farmhouse. $7,200 per acre Willow Springs Farm 25 ac, Fayette Co., Renovated farmhouse plus cottage, Willow Springs Creek, large willow and pecan trees, barn, pond. $397,000 Sky View Farm 2+ ac, Austin Co., five-story contemporary home, live oaks, creek, pond. $365,000 Country Place 4+ ac, Austin Co. Commuter location, spacious 4/2.5 home with pool/spa. $365,000

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Independence Farm 23 ac, Washington Co., 1136 sq.ft. farmhouse, pond, woods. $274,500 Little Thicket 38 ac, Washington Co., Wooded areas, meadows, nature trails, 2+ ac lake. $349,000 Greenvine Vista 20± ac, Washington Co., Hilltop view, 2 ponds, paved county road. $12,000 per acre Little Tahoe 12.8 ac, Colorado Co, Heavily wooded, nature trails, 2+-acre spring-fed lake. $225,500 Sunrise Farm 12+ ac, Lavaca Co., mature oaks, improved pastures, pond, 2/1 cabin, barn. $165,000 SEE OUR AD IN THIS ISSUE FOR: Lost River Ranch 158 ac, Austin Co. $1,995,000 ARMCOR Farms 145 ac, Brazoria Co. $1,795,000 Hickory Creek Ranch 135 ac, Waller Co. $10,500/ac Cuttin’ Low Ranch II 82± ac, Austin Co. $1,100,000 Cross Roads Farm 89 ac, Austin Co. $895,000 Far View Ranch 101 ac, Washington Co. $8,500/ac.

Property May Divide.

Cedar Hill Vista 21+ac, Washington Co. $875,000 La Bahia Manor 15.9 ac, Washington Co. $475,000

3L Realty Group www.3LRealtyGroup.com

214 922-9797 255± Acres near Dallas, HighGate Equestrian Center is a tremendous opportunity for the equestrian enthusiast or savvy land developer. $17,750,000

Steve Grant Real Estate Athens, Texas www.stevegrant.com

903 675-3503 903 675-3536 fax 151.2 ACRES. Excellent pasture, wooded area overlooking property & 8±-acre lake. $302,400 NEAR ATHENS. 123.25 acres of rolling, wooded acreage w/2 (40x60) steel bldgs. Live creek runs through property. $399,000 160 ACRES near Athens in good area w/approx.

40% improved pasture & 60% wooded, approx. 2acre lake & potential larger lake site. Owner will not split acreage. $2,950/ac NEAR ATHENS. Brand new house w/3/2/2 on 25 secluded acres! House built energy efficient w/ split bedrooms & open living area. $189,000 CLOSE TO ATHENS. Spacious home on 10+ acres w/3BR/2BA updated. Also features small barn, tack room, new metal bldg, bunkhouse w/2BR/1BA, cov’d RV storage, shop/storage bldg w/restroom, orchard w/water well for irrigation. Great place for growing family that likes animals. $147,500 RANCH-STYLE LIVING on 5.095 ac. Newly constructed 3BR/2.5BA w/wbfp, vaulted ceiling, kitchen w/granite countertops & top-of-the-line appliances, media room w/surround sound. $399,000 ANDERSON CO. Incredible 30.86 acres of rolling, open & wooded land w/3BR/2B stately home blt in ‘97 w/spacious rooms, laminate flooring & 2BR cottage w/900’ sf. $275,000 ANDERSON CO. 49.7 acres w/2,300’ road frontage, mature hardwoods & creek. Great property! $125,000

ATHENS AREA. 40 acres w/4BR/2.5BA custom home built in 87, living room w/wbfp, formal dining, rolling terrain, mostly wooded w/spring & creek, some open area around house, landscaped, huge covered porches on front & back, 30x50 metal barn w/wood stove, private deep well. $359,000 ATHENS AREA. 33.44 ac w/sloping terrain, excellent bldg sites, nice distance view & creek. Approx. 75% open w/25% woods. $125,000 NEAR VAN. 124 rolling ac. w/charming 3/2/2 frame country home, barn, shed, several ponds, wooded area w/wildlife & coastal & common Bermuda. $470,000 PINEY WOODS LAKE COMMUNITY. East of Dallas and south of Frankston, next to Pine Dunes Golf Course. Custom 3BR/2.5B rock home w/study, granite countertops, maple cabinets & floors, some tile, built in ‘03, energy efficient, 6+ wooded acres, lake access, loft ceiling, 2 living areas & wbfp. $374,000 COFFEE CITY. 28 beautiful wooded acres w/pines, oaks & cedars. Corner tract in restricted area, community water & electric on road. $89,000 NEAR ATHENS. 20 acres in restricted area of site built homes. 14 acres open & 6 acres woods w/wetweather creek, beautiful homesite, wonderful area, community water & elec at road. $79,000 COUNTRY HIDEAWAY. South of Athens - Approx.

74.921 rolling acres w/wet-weather creek, partially open/wooded w/CR frontage, wildlife and some improved pasture. $185,000 ATHENS AREA. Cozy, country home on 6 acres w/4BR/3B, 2-car garage. Home has wonderful quality features! $160,000 40.65 ACRES. “Combining the beauty of East Texas.” N of Athens w/open & wooded areas, pond & wildlife. $130,080 UNIQUELY BEAUTIFUL. 22 acres with several building sites in great area. $160,000

Evans and Associates www.evans24.com

830 895-0777 300 Acres, Medina County: 4,000 sq. ft. rock, 4BR/3BA open spacious floor plan, large fireplace, swimming pool, flat to gently rolling terrain, excellent grasses for horses or cattle, great hunting.

200 Acres near Pearsall, TX: Cattle operation with 5,000 head CAFO Permit. Carrizo well, foreman & ranch hand houses, Fairbanks Morris scale, concrete bunks, feed mills, barns, offices. Turn-key ranch!

Ingram, TX 132 Acres: 3,900 ft of Johnson Creek.

4BR/3BA rock home overlooks the creek. Studio with metal attached building, hot tub, pens and barn. Just 8 mi from Kerrville, TX. 1,453-Acre Cattle Ranch: 5 houses, pens, hay barns, feed lot w/concrete troughs, 2 irrigation wells, 7 pivots, ranch equipment conveys, improved grasses, flat to gently rolling terrain. Deer, turkey, dove, quail, and lake with trophy bass.

948 Acres in Maverick County: Nice enclosed 3BR/2BA lodge with walk-in cooler and processing facility. Whitetail, turkey, hogs, dove, quail, bobcat are abundant. 3 ponds, game fencing, grain silo.

145 Acres: Panoramic views and seasonal creek, 7.6 miles North of Sisterdale. Flat hilltop building sites.

Excellent hunting with spectacular views!

Harper, TX – 221 Acres: Game Ranch has Axis, Blackbuck, Fallow, Whitetail Deer, Turkey, and Dove. Nice 3BR/2BA manufactured home w/bonus room, large equipment barn. Hunting/recreational ranch located 23 miles from Kerrville.

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Keeton Land Co. www.keetonland.com

903 583 9527 903 583 8719 fax NEAR BONHAM - 12± miles northeast of Bonham.

Rolling terrain, utilities available. Owner Financing Available WAC. Lot 1 - 15.781 acres. $59,500 Lot 6A - 10.047 acres. $39,500 Lot 6B - 15.308 acres. $59,500 NEAR BONHAM - 7± miles south of Bonham. Hwy 78 frontage, fenced on 2 sides, utilities available, Owner Financing Available WAC. $39,500 NEAR WOLFE CITY/GREENVILLE - 7 acres on Private Road, 3/2, totally remodeled, circle drive, fenced on 4 sides. $89,500 DODD CITY - 4 acres, FM 2077 frontage, fenced on 2 sides, utilities available. Owner Financing Available WAC. $32,000

Ed White Realty Rocksprings, TX www.edwhiterealty.com

800 683-LAND 1 ac. Ranch hardware & lumberyard, Rocksprings. $1,300,000 1.5 ac. Lake Tawakoni. $125,000 2 ac. Lake Tawakoni. $55,000 6.5 ac. Pulliam Creek, Elec, Barksdale. $699,950 20 ac. Pulliam Creek, Elec, Barksdale. $1,200,000 36 ac. 1/4 Windmill well, blind, 2 feeders. $49,950 36 ac. Shared well, elec avail, deer. $49,950 53 ac. Elec avail, shared well, stock tank. $69,000 60 ac. Shared well, elec, camper, 3 blinds, 3 feeders, deer. $119,950 60 ac. End of Road, shared well, camper, Winnebago, 3 blinds, 3 feeders, deer. $119,950 73 ac. 500’ furnished cabin, shared well, elec avail, 3 blinds, 3 feeders, hwy frt, deer, axis, turkey. $99,950 75 ac. Hwy frt, near Lake Amistad. $74,950 93 ac. Camper,water tanks, blds, fdrs. $79,950 100 ac. Hilltop view, fence, deer, elk. $99,950 100 ac. County rd, hilltop, deer, elk. $109,950 100 ac. County rd, oak valley, elk. $109,950 100 ac. Hwy frt, near Lake Amistad. $99,950 100 ac. Tank, Trough, pond, elec avail, deer, axis, blackbuck, elk. $134,950 101 ac. Oaks, views, elk, deer. $109,950 101 ac. Oaks, big neighbor, elk. $129,950 101 ac. Views, windmill well, deer, elk, elec $139,950 102 ac. Fence, Cave Creek, views, shared well. $129,950 102 ac. Elec, fence, views, shared well. $129,950 103 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, creek, roads, hilltop, shared well, elec avail, deer, elk. $129,950 103 ac. County Rd, water, elec, deer, elk. $113,000 104 ac. Hwy frt, near Lake Amistad. $99,950 104 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, valley views, shared well, deer, turkey, elk. $129,950 104 ac. 2,900’ Stone/Cedar/Steel Frame 3/2 CHCA luxury home, wildlife lake, blinds, feeders, near Lake Amistad. $395,000 105 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, Cave Creek, shared well, elec avail, deer, turkey, elk. $129,950 105 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, 3 cabins, concrete reservoir, 2 shared wells, elec. $199,950

105 ac. Road 1 side, fence 1 side, elec avail, shared well, views, deer, elk. $129,950 109 ac. Travel Trlr, blds, fdrs, deer. $89,950 115 ac. Road 1 side, 16x32 barn, 650’ sub pump well, shared well, deer, turkey, views. $99,950 120 ac. Shared well, elec, 2 campers, Winnebago, 3 BBQs, 6 blinds, 6 feeders, road end, deer, turkey, axis. $199,950 142 ac. Cabin, 2 blinds, 2 feeders, shared well, views, Red Bluff Creek, axis, turkey. $159,950 146 ac. Fence 2 sides, two 3000 gallon tanks, 2 water troughs, 3000 lb feeder, creek. $699,950 154 ac. 1100’ 3/1 Home, 625’ barn, 8x16 barn, 17x26 pavilion, 640’ well, 1000 gallon & 2-7000 gallon reservoirs, fenced, lake. $299,950 156 ac. Oak valley, fenced 3 sides, 3000 gal water tank & trough, water guzzler, creek, $699,950.

160 ac. Road end, fenced 1 side, shared well, elec avail, deer, turkey, elk. $199,950 173 ac. 18,000ac neighbor, water tank & trough, feeders, tripods, piñon. $199,950 175 ac. Furnished 12x16 Lodge, 4 stands, 3 feeders, road end, shared well. $179,950 175 ac. Hwy frt, near Lake Amistad. $174,900 201 ac. Road 2 sides, shared well, views, elec avail, deer, elk. $209,900 201 ac. County Rd, water, views, deer, $218,000.

201 ac. Road 2 sides, shared well, views, elec avail, deer, elk. $219,900 206 ac. 646’ Cabin, 2-550 gallon tanks, 1-1100 gallon water tank, Road 2 sides, elec, Indian Creek, aoudad, axis, fallow, deer, elk, turkey. $349,950 208 ac. Road 1 side, fenced 1 side, big valley, shared well, elec avail. $249,950 208 ac. 2900’ Stone/Cedar/Steel frame 3/2 CHCA Luxury home, wildlife lake, blinds, feeders, near Lake Amistad. $494,950 210 ac. 29’ Travel Trailer, 3 water tanks & troughs, 4 blinds & feeders, wildlife pond. $325,000.

233 ac. Road end, fenced 2 sides, creek valley, shared well, deer, turkey. $299,950.

261 ac. Road end, fenced 1 side, hilltop views, creek valley, shared well, deer, elk. $299,950.

275 ac. Hwy frt, near Lake Amistad. $274,850.

301 ac. Four water systems, 3000 lb feeder, fence, oaks. $1.199 mil.

308 ac. 2900’ Stone/Cedar/Steel frame 3/2 Luxury CHCA home, all appliances, wildlife lake, well, elec, 5 blinds, 7 feeders, hwy frt, near Lake Amistad, deer, axis. $594,900.

309 ac. Remote, 2 wells, 3 cabins, tank, elec, deer, turkey. $399,950.

317 ac. Furnished Cabin, guest cabin, shared well, BBQ, 6 stands, 5 feeders, deer, turkey. $339,900.

334 ac. Road 2 sides, fence 2 sides, hilltop views, old well & tank, deer, elk. $399,950.

343 ac. Indian Creek, sub pump well, elec, 2 blinds, 2 feeders, elk, axis, oryx, turkey. $375,000.

393 ac. Road end, fenced 2 sides, water, elec, hilltop views, creek valley, deer, elk. $449,950.

483 ac. 2,900’ Stone/Cedar/Steel Frame 3/2 Luxury CHCA home, all appliances, wildlife lake, well, elec, fenced, 5 blinds, 7 feeders, hwy frt, near Lake Amistad, deer, axis. $769,800.

490 ac. Hwy, pond, dam, elec avail, cabin, 5 blinds/ feeders, fenced, 300’ well, big deer. $549,950.

542 ac. End of road, fenced 3 sides, elec, 3000 gallon water tank, big oaks. $999,000.

710 ac. Luxury 1900’ 4/2 home, lodge, 4 cabins, 4 barns, pool, tennis courts, feed silo & auger, native & exotics, 2200’ airstrip. $2.95 mil.

742 ac. 1276’ 3/2 Home, 2400’ barn & bunkhouse, 1256’ pole barn, 2 subpump wells, windmill well, axis, deer, turkey. $1,480,000.

1,239 ac. 1600’ Hilltop Home, bunkhouse, barn, apartment, 2 wells, fenced, hwy frt. $2.1 mil.

1,390 ac. End of road, fenced 3 sides, windmill well, hilltop views, deer, elk, turkey. $1.389 mil.

1,452 ac. Ranch home, bunkhouse, swimming pool, new barn, subpump well, windmill well, stock pond, high fenced, deer, turkey. $2.89 mil 2,000+ ac. Rancho Venado Muy Grande, Lodges, swimming pool, home, barn, 3 wells, ponds, troughs, commercial feed equipment, premium whitetail, elk, turkey, dove, quail. $3.45 mil

Frosty Miller Real Estate Llano, Texas

325 247-3997 Ada Trophy Ranch: This beautiful ranch consists of approximately 2,926.3 acres and is 19 miles east of Ada, Oklahoma. Very nice 4-bedroom home, frame house with 3 bedrooms, large metal building can be used for hunting lodge or corporate retreat, commercial kitchen, high fenced, several barns and outbuildings, deer feeders and blinds. This ranch is blessed with lots of water and wildlife.

Mason County Line Ranch: 479± acres 19 miles north of Fredericksburg, TX. Cow Creek Ranch: 3,034± acres in Burnet, County, Texas. Older rack cabin, 4 wells with pumps, live creeks and springs, diverse with deep canyons, and broad mesas.

Blackjack Ranch: 203± acres in Mason, TX. Thompson Ranch: 44.8 acres 7 mi. E of Llano, TX. Dietrich Road Property: 28.22 ac., Fredericksburg, Texas.

Trinity Ranch: 1,200 acres at Nolan, TX.

First Realty Company Jane Flatt/Julie Callahan

877 474-5263

TENNESSEE PARADISE! Custom-built 7,000sf contemporary estate on 37+ fenced acres.

Breathtaking views, extra-large barn & machine shop. Nestled beautifully in the heart of Tennessee, this majestic Southern estate is more than words can describe and a stone’s throw from airport access.

RE/MAX Lone Star Properties WWW.LSPROPERTIES.COM

325 648-3100 Gilliam Place: 75 85+-acre tracts in western Mills County, TX. Numerous elevation changes, good views, unbelievable hunting, amazing oak cover, Mullins Creek. $3,000/acre Hidden Valley Ranch: 320 acres Mills County.

Horseshoe-shaped valley with good oak cover and amazing views, 3BR/2BA home, lake, two wells, good hunting or livestock place. $995,000.

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Bill Johnson & Associates Real Estate 979 865-5969 Taylor St., New Ulm - Four historic buildings in downtown New Ulm. All meticulously restored, they include the old New Ulm General Store building, an original early Texas saltbox home and two early mercantile stores. Own a piece of history! $515,000 32 Acres - FM 529 @ FM 331, Bellville. Tract#1Mostly open land with no structures, rolling property with great views, large lake site and nice homesite.

Easy commute to Houston. $12,500/acre 211 Acres - Old Highway 90 & Double Creek Rd., Colorado Co., mostly open, 4,500’+ paved road. Off I-10 between Sealy/Columbus frontage, 4+-acre lake, creek, old structures. $7,500/acre 359 Acres - Gosler & Substation Roads, Sealy.

Dynamic views, an abundance of large trees, creek, spring-fed lake, coastal grasses, 3,000’+ paved road frontage. $6,950/acre

Bob Parks Realty, LLC

RE/MAX Rose Realty Canton, Texas

Joan Crossley 469 446-6269 Sandra Perry 903 880-7824

56 Acres, Van Zandt County - On a FM road w/ mixture of pasture & woods w/4-acre lake. $267K 22 Acres, Van Zandt County - Property with St Hwy exposure woods/pasture w/nice-size pond. $75,900 10 Acres, Van Zandt County - 2/2 w/pond. Close to I-20. Long road frontage. $189,000 12 Acres, Van Zandt County - Residential development potential, pond & tennis courts. $300K 93 Acres, Van Zandt County - 3/3.5, 4,000-sf newer home, Road frontage on two roads. $549,000 251 Acres, Van Zandt County - 50/50 woods and pasture, 3 ponds, well, live creek, fenced. $925,000 55 Acres, Van Zandt County - Good road frontage mixture woods/pasture. Spring-fed pond. $275,500 128 Acres, Van Zandt County - Rolling terrain with 2 ponds & 2 wells. Older home & shop. $425,228 178 Acres, Van Zandt County - Over 2,800 feet of road frontage. Fenced for cattle grazing. $713,880 105 Acres, Van Zandt County - 4/3, 4,961-sf home.

Quality workmanship on the newer home. Barn and workshop. $1,895,000

Faye Stewart

615 351-0787 615 459-4040 Custom-Built Home just minutes from Nashville.

4 bedrooms, 3 baths and an in-ground pool on 5+ acres. 4,163 sq. ft. with exquisite kitchen and huge recreation room. Priced below appraisal. $830,000

Perry Bushong Real Estate Jane Bushong Brown pbushongrealestate.com

830 640-3383 office 830 640-3254 direct 830 329-3354 SEE OUR COLOR AD IN THIS ISSUE Living Waters Ranch - 730 acres, Uvalde Co. 1.5 miles of the beautiful Nueces River, crystal clear deep water, elegant home, extensive fertile bottomland w/huge live oak and pecan trees, spectacular views, ample game. This ranch has it all! $6,200,000 269 Acres - Edwards Co. Electricity, water, high fence, game. $1,495/acre - $402,155.

1,303 Acres - Kinney Co. 3 wells w/2 mills & reservoirs, live oak & pinon, game. $1,395/ac - $1,817,685.

3,277 Acres - Sutton Co. 5 wells w/reservoirs w/4 mills, house, outbuildings, pens, game. Owner will divide. $1,395/acre - $4,571,415.

256 Acres - Schleicher Co. Great home, good hunting, rolling terrain and beautiful live oak. $650,000 1,834 Acres - Edwards Co. 8/10 miles of Pulliam Creek, 6 springs, rugged terrain with beautiful valleys. $1,750/acre.

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Adkins & Associates, Inc. Becky Adkins www.adkinsandassoc.com

281 578-3100 office 512 751-0533 cell First Time on Market in 50 Years - 3,300 Acres, Northern Hays Co. Great development opportunity or investment, 32 miles to Austin, 45 to San Antonio, near community water, heavily treed, views, flat buildable hilltops, Dripping Springs ISD. Partially high fenced.

855-Acre Mustang Creek Ranch - Gorgeous showplace, hunting ranch. 1.5 miles of year-round creek (hasn’t gone dry in 50 years) dammed in 4 places. High fenced, game managed since 1999 (Boone & Crockett type deer buck taken last year scored 172 points). Superior location just 10 miles to Dripping Springs, 32 to Austin & 40 to San Antonio.

End-of-road privacy, cleared of cedar. Nice 3BR/2BA home redone in 2003, foreman’s home, good interior roads and paved roads. 3 wells, several ponds & spring-fed fishing lake. Add’l acreage available.

Valentine Land & Timber 919 669-9176 9.72 acres Neuse River in Lenoir County - 2000 ft. of river frontage, 2900 sq. ft. custom built Jim Barna log home with 4000 sq. ft. of deck overlooking the river. Unbelievable lodge or second home. This won’t last long! Price Reduced $400,000. Call Greg Godwin 919 422-8941

107 acres Edgecombe Co. - Lodge site on Fishing Creek. Great quail hunting under pines planted in 1982. Beaver ponds and miles of creek frontage. The ultimate 100 acre tract! $425,000 with new cabin 43.76 Acres Harnett County - Build your dream home or Renovate this 1920 farm house that is on the property! ONLY 5 miles south of Lillington, and 16 miles from Fort Bragg. These tracts are mostly wooded with well managed timber and areas that would make for beautiful horse pastures. Both lots include county water and truly beautiful road frontage. Greg Godwin @ 919 422-8941 or Ben Wolfe @ 919 337-2831 for a showing today! $490,000

W.A. Brown Realtors 936 687-4663 800 688-4204 351.9 Ac. Houston County, Showplace-type ranch, 2,500-ft frontage 4-lane US Hwy 387, 200 acres coastal pasture, 2 spring-fed lakes, total 17 surface acres, older main house with 8BR/7.5BA, inground pool, other improvements include a pool house, tennis court, foreman’s house, office, shops, equipment sheds, picnic house, hay barn, steel corral, horse barn, windmill and others. $1.5 mil.

158.85 Ac. Anderson County, 10 miles SW of Palestine, near Trinity River. 70 acres of coastal hay meadow; approx. 85 acres of woods, excellent hunting, live creek, utilities available. $2,000/ac 136.8 Rolling Ac. Anderson County, 2 miles S. of Palestine, CR 142, some marketable timber, good lake site, utilities available. $325,000 132.49 Ac. Houston County, 7 miles west of Grapeland, long frontage, FM 227, mostly improved pasture, utilities available. $311,350 20 Ac. Cherokee County, rolling young timberland, CR 1114 about 2 miles south of Rusk, mobile home, fish lake, plenty of deer. $125,000 4.2 Ac. Houston County, Grapeland, modern 2BR/1.5BA brick home, garage and carport, prime location, all city services. $95,000

Tina McCelvey & Assoc. www.TexasRanchGirl.com

210 495-TINA (8462) phone

93± Acres, Beautiful property on the San Marcos River located between San Marcos and Luling. Huge, pecan trees, water well, barn, $7,900/acre 106+ Acres, San Marcos R. frontage w/pecan orchard.

Rare acreage size! 1920s 3BR home, master bedroom, kitchen, screened porch, barn, 2 green houses, oat fields, leased for cattle, pecan income. $950,000.

Cold River Ranch, 191.70 Acres. Frio River, near Dilley, new, cedar cabin, 2 Carrizo water wells, huge oak & mesquite trees, tons of wildlife, low fenced, no minerals, ready to go. $725,000 250.8± Acres, Bear Creek Ranch in Kerr and Kendall Counties. Spring-fed creek, stock tank, beautiful oak trees & abundant wildlife. $3,750,000 3,100± Acres in LaSalle Co. Hunting ranch, cabin 3/2, 40-acre lake, food plots, high-fenced.

7,000± Acres in LaSalle Co., modest improvements, high-fenced, large stock tanks, all brush, no minerals.

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