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Volume I

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Comfort, Texas

Listed By: Phyllis Browning Company

Agarita Ranch of Medina County, Texas

Flying R Ranch Road of Comal County, Texas

Premier Farm and Ranch Phyllis Browning Company San Antonio, Texas 78209 210-805-3616 - 800-860-0699 www.premierfarmandranch.com

Agarita Ranch

48 acres in Medina County, Texas This is a wonderful opportunity to own an incredible turnkey South Texas ranch located on CR 653, about 2-3 miles north of Devine off of Highway 173. In order to maximize their enjoyment, the current owners have thought of everything! There is quality in every detail with this recently built, custom 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a study. The exterior is limestone with an extensive covered porch area and a patio area for entertaining. The interior features granite countertops, cherry wood kitchen cabinets and a floor-to-ceiling limestone fireplace in the adjoining living room. Agarita Ranch is an incredible place for native wildlife to thrive. This property is ag exempt and has multiple senderos carved in to the thick brush throughout the ranch, and two stock ponds. An easy commute from San Antonio brings you here for some R&R, hunting, fishing or just watching wildlife. Contact: Luke Rogers 210-313-8570 f

Angler’s Paradise

26.2 acres in Kleberg County, Texas Baffin Bay is world renowned for its incredible trout fishing. Here is your chance to own this bit of angler’s paradise located near the “rocks”, one of Baffin Bays best fishing spots. Use this property as an existing fishing camp, entertain clients, develop a fishing community, or use it as a personal getaway. Four 2 bedroom, 2 bath cottages and a 300-foot pier that can accommodate sixteen people for fishing. Incredible chance to own some great history. Contact: Timo Hixon 210-863-2255 f

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161 Flach Road

290 amazing acres on beautiful Cherry Creek in Comfort, Texas

The ranch has both sides of crystal clear Cherry Creek for about .75 of a mile and 2 dams on the creek create two beautiful ponds that are stocked with large mouth bass. The creek bottom along Cherry Creek is a beautiful setting with rolling terrain and gorgeous large trees along the banks and crystal clear water in the creek. The ranch has a high plateau in the middle of the property that provides spectacular views. The ranch has a wonderful 2 bedroom, 1 bath home that has been recently remodeled, a bunkhouse, and a nice barn. Price: $2,600,000.

Contact: George M. “Mitch� West 210-213-5402 f

Flying R Ranch Road

Georgian style home on 29.5 acres in Comal County, Texas Luxury living in country surroundings describes this 4 bedroom, 3 and one half-bath home with over 6,000 square feet. The views are spectacular of the scenic Hill Country and the Twin Peaks in the distance. This home combines formal and casual living in large rooms featuring 4 fireplaces, an atrium, bar and Koi pond. There is a 6-stall horse barn with a small, well-fed lake and is ag exempt. This stately home is located within easy access to both New Braunfels and San Antonio. $1,389,000. f

Contact: Cebe Musgrave 210-844-9313 & Paula Coates 210-487-1084

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Campbell Ranch

1,203 acres in Gillespie County, Texas Magnificent Hill Country ranch located north of Fredericksburg near Enchanted Rock. The ranch has over a mile of both sides of pristine Crabapple Creek, which is one of the very best creeks in the Texas Hill Country. The creek runs year round and the water is crystal clear! Spectacular views from several hilltops scattered throughout the ranch. There are excellent roads, 2 houses, 2 lakes and 12 water wells further enhancing this fabulous ranch. Contact: Todd Avery 210-260-9315 & George M. “Mitch” West 210-213-5402. f

McKinney Loop

Beautiful property on 47± acres in Blanco County, Texas

Located a short distance from Blanco, Texas is this mostly level property with native grasses and beautiful mature oak and ash trees with some mesquite; very little cedar.

There is a shallow well and a small stock tank plus a wet weather creek drainage that runs on the property. Fenced and cross fenced with approximately 14 to 18 acres of coastal Bermuda grass that has been planted.

This property would be ideal for horses or a weekend retreat.

Contact: Timo Hixon 210-863-2255. f

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Privilege Creek Ranch

161.3 acres in Bandera County, Texas

Wonderful property that straddles Privilege Creek with a small, yet comfortable 2 bedroom, 2 bath house complete with central heat and air. There is a small barn plus livestock pens and nice grassy pastures for cattle or horses. Native wooded and unhunted areas are a wildlife habitat where axis and whitetail deer, turkey, hogs and other critters have been seen. There is over 1,200 feet of both sides of Privilege Creek offering excellent recreational possibilities. During the recent drought, there was always water in the creek and several of the springs continued to flow. $1,395,000 Contact: Todd Avery 210-260-9315. f

Squirrel Creek Trail

Hunting and recreation on 234 acres in Medina County, Texas This beautiful hunting or recreational property is surrounded by low fences and large ranches. Located a few miles from D’Hanis and about 45 minutes from San Antonio, this makes an wonderful hunting destination for a weekend trip. Beautiful native brush is ideal for hunting the abundance of deer, quail, dove and hogs while a building site offers a 360-degree view.

Electricity and water meter on the property. Possible owner financing. $819,000 Contact: Charlie Doege 210-355-6555. f

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Broker’s Listings Rocky Mountians

Northeast

Hall and Hall ......................................... 12

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Fuller Western Real Estate..................... 46

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AFM Land Sales ................................... 10

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Kuper Sotheby’s International .............. 20

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Round Mountain Ranch Routt County, Steamboat Springs, Colorado 1,132± acres located within 20 minutes of a world-class ski resort, contiguous to over one million acres of national forest and convenient proximity to two jet-capable airports.

Outstanding water and fishery resources, featuring a recently constructed 3/4 mile stream, large spring fed lake and 1.32± miles of the Elk River.

Exceptional improvements, include a 5,126± square foot owner’s residence, river cabin, guest cabins, equestrian center, and supporting agricultural buildings set up for high-end equestrian and/or cattle operation. Reduced to $15,500,000. High definition video available to view at www.hallandhall.com. f

Bullis Creek Ranch Park County, Livingston, Montana Located six miles south of Livingston, the 6,765± acre Bullis Creek Ranch (5,485± deeded) is a landmark in the sought after and aptly named Paradise Valley. The ranch, with its massive undulating landscape protected by adjacent large, privately held, contiguous land holdings offers unparalleled privacy for a location so close to a sizable community.

The ranch offers a 20-mile long panoramic view of the Absaroka Mountains and the Beartooth Wilderness that lies north of Yellowstone Park whose only year around entrance is a short 45 minute drive south of the ranch. The Yellowstone River courses through the adjacent valley and, along with two world-class spring creeks which lie virtually adjacent to the ranch, offers fishing opportunities that are world class. Strong populations of elk and deer inhabit the property along with a wide variety of other species of wildlife. It encompasses large sprinkler-irrigated meadows, grassy pastures, intimate stands of aspen and conifers and timbered mountain tops that will support a modest livestock operation. A custom-built log lodge, comfortable guest houses and appropriate out-buildings provide a turnkey opportunity for a discerning buyer. Co-listed with PureWest, Inc. a Christie’s Great Estates Affiliate. $29,500,000 f

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Crazy D Ranch

Swiftsure Ranch

Sweet Grass County, Big Timber, Montana

Located just south of Ketchum and the Sun Valley Resort, this gorgeous property features 190± acres with extensive frontage on the Big Wood River. Improvements include a ranch house, caretaker’s home, and horse facilities. The ranch adjoins BLM lands and enjoys incredible mountain and water views with a mix of irrigated hay meadows, wetlands, and aspen groves offering total privacy. $4,500,000. f

Comprised of 12,170± deeded blocked acres north of Big Timber at the base of the Crazy Mountains, the Crazy D Ranch runs 500 plus animal units with world-class amenities that include diverse habitat for upland birds, water fowl, turkey, mule deer, whitetail deer and pronghorn antelope, 8 miles of high-quality trout streams and a beautiful owners home. Reduced to $20,500,000. f

Oak Ridge Ranch

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Blaine County, Sun Valley, Idaho

Monterey County, Carmel, California The ultimate destination with views spreading across 6,000± acres of rolling oak-studded hillside pastures. Less than a half hour from Carmel, Pebble Beach, and the Big Sur coast, the locality offers an array of activities, from fine dining to outstanding golf. Extensive improvements include a picturesque main residence, complete with a guest house and a manager home. The many developed springs support native populations of wildlife abundant with deer, wild turkey, quail and bobcat together with Russian wild boar. It is the ideal property for estate vineyards located in the Carmel Valley Appellation. The potential is immeasurable and cannot be judged. The ranch estate is being offered for $33,000,000 or individual large parcels starting at $5,000,000. f

Conejos River Ranch Conejos County, Antonito, Colorado Conejos River Ranch, in Colorado’s scenic San Luis Valley, combines a productive cattle ranch with recreational amenities. Consisting of 3,992± deeded acres and leased land, current ownership runs 1,400 cows year round while raising additional hay. Improvements are new or recently remodeled and compliment ranch operations. Lined with cottonwood trees, the Conejos River provides good trout fishing and is a haven for big game. Excellent water rights supply 3,000 acres of irrigated meadow and pastures. $7,400,000. Cattle and equipment available by separate treaty. f

2290 Grant Road P.O. Box 81490 Billings, Montana 59108 406.656.7500 www.hallandhall.com

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Haymaker Ranch

Skunk Creek Ranch

Wheatland County, Two Dot, Montana

Lewis and Clark County, Augusta, Montana

Located 13 miles west of Harlowton, this 30,000± acre modestly improved ranch lies north of the Crazy Mountains on the south slopes of the 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. The ranch includes some high-quality elk habitat.

A rare opportunity to control nearly 50 square miles. $9,000,000. f

Located 20 miles south of Augusta nestled into a private valley adjacent to the National Forest, this 4,800± acre ranch enjoys great views from its tastefully designed log improvements in their private setting nestled along the creek bottom. It rises from the productive plains up into the aspens, cottonwoods, and evergreens that offer habitat for its prolific wildlife populations. $12,500,000. f

Horse Mountain Ranch

Moose Creek Ranch

Garfield County, Rifle, Colorado

Custer County, Mackay, Idaho

End of the road privacy and spectacular big game hunting with adjacent access to the White River National Forest are just a few of the outstanding features of Horse Mountain Ranch. Consisting of 2,240+/- acres completely surrounded by federal land and 360 +/- acres in a canyon setting, the ranch offers both an alpine hideaway with two hunting cabins and a lower elevation site with excellent building sites for a year round home. $6,950,000. f

Featuring 3/4 mile of both sides of the Big Lost River, this beautiful 500± acre ranch, only a 1.5 hour drive from Sun Valley, is among the valley’s premier trout fishing and wildlife properties. Two attractively furnished fishing cabins nestled in a secluded cottonwood setting offer huge views of Idaho’s highest peaks. Approximately 140± acres are productive sprinkler-irrigated cropland. Reduced to $2,800,000. f

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Muldoon Creek Ranch Lazy Bar F Ranch Park County, Cody, Wyoming The Lazy Bar F is located 55 miles southwest of Cody at the end of the road along the South Fork of the Shoshone River. This unique, historic 152± acre homestead once owned by Max Wilde, one of Wyoming’s original hunting guides, features spectacular views, wonderful old-style cabins, a distinctive owner’s residence and a small lodge with the USFS, the river and conservation properties as neighbors. $8,000,000. f

Blaine County, Muldoon, Idaho This is an extremely scenic mountain ranch near the head of Muldoon Creek less than 30 minutes from the Sun Valley airport. The property consists of 1,440± deeded acres with 40± acres of state lease and 600± acres of BLM permit. The ranch features 1± mile of Muldoon Creek (both sides), excellent surface water rights, big views of snowcapped peaks, working ranch improvements and lots of wildlife and privacy.

Owned by the same family for nearly 100 years. $2,950,000. f

Zachry Ranches, Inc. Grand and San Juan Counties, Moab, Utah

Rock Spring Ranch Jefferson County, Bozeman, Montana Located on the South Boulder Divide, only 40 minutes from Bozeman’s Gallatin Field Airport, this 7,080± acre rolling foothill property represents an “open canvas” for one wanting to build their own ranch compound. The ranch’s ridge-top location provides panoramic views over the Gallatin Valley towards the Bridger and Tobacco Root Mountains and it is one of the few remaining significant tracts of land in the western Gallatin Valley. Due to the size and significant beauty, this property would be an ideal candidate for a conservation easement. Huge views, great hunting and complete privacy come together in this unique and well-priced offering. $4,250,000. f

The Zachry Ranch is located 10 miles west of Gateway, Colorado or 50 miles east of Moab, Utah and offers 8,842± deeded acres, a diverse ecosystem, exceptional big game habitat and adjacent to the 1.4+ million acre Manti La Sal National Forest. Good summer grazing for yearlings or cow/calf pairs. Enrolled in Utah’s CWMU program; the property is allocated 18 buck and 6 bull elk tags. The Grand Junction Regional Airport is an 1.5 hour drive. Reduced to $9,750,000. f

2290 Grant Road P.O. Box 81490 Billings, Montana 59108 406.656.7500 www.hallandhall.com

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Two Rivers Ranch

Island Butte Ranch

Gunnison County, Gunnison, Colorado

Beaverhead County, Dell, Montana

Located just 1.5 miles from Gunnison, 35 miles from Crested Butte and within 10 minutes of the Gunnison County Regional Airport.

Adjacent to thousands of acres of BLM, this 402± acre ranch features an abundance of surface water offering approximately one mile of frontage on the Gunnison River and both banks of Ohio Creek. Massive cottonwoods, outstanding water rights, 260± irrigated acres and excellent waterfowl habitat. Reduced to $5,500,000. f

Nestled under the Continental Divide west of Dell, this 4,015± deeded acre mountain ranch is a blend of a scenic recreational property and a productive summer grazing ranch supported by State and federal grazing permits. Elk, deer and antelope roam the property. Improvements consist of a cow camp and cattle handling facilities. $3,700,000. f

Flint Creek Range Retreat

Rapid Canyon Ranch

Granite County, Philipsburg, Montana

Sheridan County, Sheridan, Wyoming

160± acre retreat has an exquisite collection of improvements set atop a rolling ridgeline in the Flint Creek Range of western Montana and is almost completely surrounded by national forest. Expansive views from the main home, guest house, and anywhere else on the property.

Fishing and hunting in the area is excellent. Only an hour from Missoula. $3,400,000. f

Located only 15 miles from Sheridan adjacent to USFS in a private valley setting, this 1,160± deeded acre former guest ranch boasts classic log and stone buildings reminiscent of earlier times, beautiful meadows, grassy hillsides and a rushing mountain stream all leading up to a dramatic canyon in the face of the Big Horn Mountains. Reduced to $6,950,000. f

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Hoover Creek Ranch 6C Ranch Powell County, Gold Creek, Montana A 5,947± acre well-maintained and improved ranch that supports a 200250 cow/calf operation. Located 70 miles east of Missoula, the ranch includes a luxury custom home, rancher's home, manager's residence, horse barn and shop. Abundant water rights and good hunting. Buyer can add Hoover Creek Ranch to create a 500+ cow operation with over 15,000 acres one hour from Missoula. $6,850,000. f

Powell County, Missoula, Montana Featuring outstanding populations of elk and mule deer on 9,587± acres of contiguous foothill and mountain terrain, Hoover Creek Ranch offers privacy and seclusion one hour from Missoula. An extensive network of private roads ensures good access to a variety of locations. Buyer can add the 6C Ranch to create a 500+ cow operation on over 15,000 acres one hour from Missoula. $7,670,000. f

Tarryall Creek Ranch Park County, Lake George, Colorado

Seely Ranch Rio Blanco County, Meeker, Colorado Located in northwest Colorado near Meeker, the 160± acre Seely Ranch features a high quality, private stretch of the coveted White River. Big trout swim here and a wide variety of wildlife inhabit the broad riparian corridor and the lush irrigated meadows of the property. The ranch features paved road access and is adjacent to a 9,500± acre State Wildlife Area. $1,950,000. f

An exceptional fishing retreat featuring over one mile of a completely private tailwater fishery. This modestly improved, secluded 460± acre ranch is nearly surrounded by National Forest. Elk, deer and bighorn sheep abound. It offers a rich balance of topography and vegetation including irrigated meadows, aspen groves and timbered hillsides with rock outcroppings. The ranch is located equi-distant to Denver, Colorado Springs and Breckenridge. Reduced to $2,300,000. f

2290 Grant Road P.O. Box 81490 Billings, Montana 59108 406.656.7500 www.hallandhall.com

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Two Dog Ranch

North Volney Creek Ranch

Jefferson County, Whitehall, Montana

Carbon County, Red Lodge, Montana

This 212± acre multi-faceted ranch has incredible resources and amenities – premium farmland, new irrigation systems, riparian habitat, food plots for deer, waterfowl and birds, an architecturally designed and totally appropriate building compound, 3/4 mile of enhanced trout stream, a beautiful and private setting, terrific mountain views and only an easy hour from Bozeman. $2,875,000. f

Just a short drive west of Red Lodge lies a 1,085± acre horse ranch with virtually all new and comfortable housing and equestrian improvements including a 2,500 square foot residence, guest facilities and a new 80’ x 150’ indoor arena. Primary features are its lush creek bottom meadows and foothill pastures and its awe inspiring views of the towering Beartooth front. $3,650,000. f

White River Retreat Rio Blanco County, Meeker, Colorado An extraordinary opportunity to own a beautiful stretch of the coveted and tightly-held White River. The property includes an excellent private section of the White, with good holding water and multiple braids to increase the diversity and amount of fishable water. White River Retreat consists of two adjacent lots; one features an exquisitely finished 3,400±-square-foot log home and the second, also with well, provides the opportunity to build an additional home. The 10± acre property is conveniently located on a well-maintained, paved county road approximately 13 miles from Meeker. Reduced to $1,250,000. f

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Monument Peak Ranch Garfield County, Rifle, Colorado Located between Meeker and Rifle this 1,620± acre ranch is tied together with a large tract of BLM for which most access is controlled by the ranch. Famous for its elk populations the ranch has minimal improvements and big views of snow capped peaks and broad vistas of colorful hillsides and mesa tops. $4,000,000. f

Calf Creek Ranch Ravalli County, Montana Commanding views over the Bitterroot Valley and Mountains, this 320+ acres offers tremendous privacy within minutes of the Stock Farm and Hamilton. Native range, timbered draws with pockets of aspen and mature ponderosa/lodgepole create a critical elk calving area. Calf Creek flows through the property from its eastern boundary with the Calf Creek Wildlife Management Area which borders the National Forest. $2,500,000. f

Ishawooa Trails Ranch Park County, Cody, Wyoming Located an easy hour’s drive southwest of Cody along 3/4 mile of the South Fork of the Shoshone River, this 132± acre mountain valley ranch borders the national forest and has been in the same family for 3 generations. It offers mountain peak views, excellent fishing, a classic mountain home and support buildings, which overlook lovely irrigated meadows along the river. $6,950,000. f

Phelps Ranch Gunnison County, Parlin, Colorado

Coal Creek Farm Montrose County, Montrose, Colorado 125± acre farm located 11 miles northwest of Montrose in the fertile agricultural region of the Uncompahgre River Valley. 85± irrigated acres, 83.9 shares of the UVWVUA, four solar-powered side roll sprinklers, and 1/2 mile of Coal Creek running the length of the property. Old growth cottonwoods surround a 2,012 square foot custombuilt southwestern home and additional support buildings. Access to thousands of acres of BLM land and the Tabeguache Mountain Bike Trail Head is within 1/4 mile. $994,000. f

Just 12 miles east of Gunnison and contiguous to highway 50, this 101± irrigated acre fishing retreat features a 2,341± square foot ranchstyle brick home, good water rights, irrigated meadows, and possesses 4,360 feet of both banks of Tomichi Creek. An exceptional fishery with consistent temperatures, steady flows, a mild gradient, and self supporting trout habitat. Protected by a conservation easement, the Tomichi Creek Valley includes over 15,000 acres of conservation land.

Reduced to $790,000. f

2290 Grant Road P.O. Box 81490 Billings, Montana 59108 406.656.7500 www.hallandhall.com

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Adamson Ranch

Llano River Ranch

5,444± acres of unique, family owned and operated ranch

842± acre jewel in the Hill Country

Edwards County, Rocksprings, Texas. Tucked away among other large ranches, the Adamson Ranch is truly unique, family owned and operated for over 70 years itself! Its seclusion and wide open terrain are exceptional, with rolling terrain, good pastureland and elevations from 2,106-2,290± feet. Improvements include a ranch house, guesthouse, garage and low fencing. There are 3 water wells, storage tanks and troughs, plus seasonal Dry Devil’s River. Abundant whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, quail and dove, plus a current MLDP/ managed land deer permit. Minerals are negotiable. f Contact: Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 210.213.9700

Llano County, Llano, Texas. Spectacular water includes the dramatic Llano River, 8±-acre and 2±-acre lakes, numerous tanks, natural springs and 3 water wells. A jewel in the Hill Country, it features a charming 2-story main home, foreman’s home, 2 metal barns, equipment shed, pens and hilltop observation terrace with 180º views. Selective clearing highlights magnificent large trees and exciting terrain that includes improved fenced pastures, with 700± acres highfenced. Abundant wildlife includes native whitetail deer (with a well managed deer herd including several bucks scoring in the 160-170 B/C range), turkey, hogs and exotic Blackbuck Antelope, Scimitar-Horned Oryx and Axis deer.

Fishing is offered in the 8± acre lake and Llano River. f Contact: Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 210.213.9700

Just Enough Ranch 789± acre ranch with exotic wildlife and serene landscape Bandera County, Helotes, Texas. Owned since 1961, this ranch is an established home to native and exotic wildlife from all over the world including Wildebeest, Watusi, Aoudad, Sika, Axis, Fallow, Waterbuck, Nile Lechwe, Kangaroo and Scimitar Horned Oryx. Boundaries of high hills protect a serene, lush valley with ponds, 2 springs, 4 water wells and a 3± acre lake viewed from a striking timber log and limestone custom home. Improvements include a horse barn, lighted animal capture and working barn, barn with metal pens, 2 equipment barns, shop, foreman’s cabin, 8 foot high fenced perimeter, protein feeders and feed silo. Minerals convey. f Contact: Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 210.213.9700

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South Grape Creek 42± acre property with incredible homestead and live water Gillespie County, Stonewall, Texas. A premier location has incredible live water, unusual for this size property! Over 1,700± feet of both sides of the South Grape Creek combine with a stocked pond. A forest of manicured trees buffers creative improvements, featuring a turn-of-thecentury homestead and small wood barn, and a stunning modern classic home by Texas architect Isaac Maxwell. Improvements include a metal equipment shed, shop, 1 water well, perimeter fencing, welded metal pens, and 10± acres improved grass pastures. Located only 10± miles east of Fredericksburg and 65± miles from Austin or San Antonio. f Contact: Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 210.213.9700

Double K Ranch

Ready for Recreation

767± acre working ranch and exquisite residence

905± acre recreational ranch near San Antonio

Zavala County, Batesville, Texas. This ranch is highlighted by an exquisite custom built residence flanked by 2 guest wings, totaling 7,500± square feet. Enhancements include a guest or staff home, patio with outdoor kitchen, 3,500± square foot metal garage, equipment shed and garage. Unique, vintage working pens, circa 1917, offer historic presence. Two fields are planted and serve as food plots for deer and dove. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, turkey, quail, dove and hogs.

The ranch has 2 water wells, 2 tanks and frontage on the Leona River.

Feeders, blinds and a walk-in cooler convey, including some furnishings.

Minerals negotiable. f Contact: Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 210.213.9700

Frio County, Big Foot, Texas. Well located 1 hour from San Antonio near Devine, this recreational ranch offers good brush diversity, 3 wells and 3 earthen tanks. Improvements include a 1-story, 3 bedroom brick home, barn, an older set of pens and low fenced perimeter. Easily accessed and in an area renown for good hunting, this ranch is believed to have not had much hunting pressure and is home to native whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, quail and dove. f Contact: Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 210.213.9700

Eagle Ridge Ranch 2,903± acres of Llano River and James River frontage

Century Ranch 964± acre family owned and operated ranch Zavala County, Big Wells, Texas. This ranch has been family owned and operated since 1884, making this a notable ‘Heritage Ranch’. This first offering is located in the Golden Triangle which is renowned for great wildlife and recreational hunting. This unimproved plot of ‘red dirt’ is ready for improvements of your choice. There is big water potential with a 1,500 foot deep Carrizo irrigation well with 8-inch casing. This low fenced ranch is in a proven area for producing Trophy class wildlife and including whitetail deer, turkey, quail, dove, javelina, hogs & others. f Contact: Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 210.213.9700

Mason County, Mason, Texas. Fabulous, extensive live water includes 1.7± miles each of Llano River frontage and James River frontage, 2.1± miles of Mill Creek, plus 6 water wells, 2 tanks and a pivot irrigation in a 500-acre game trap. Home to many exotics: zebra, blackbuck, water bok, gazelle, axis, etc. as well as to native wildlife. A stunning 5,366± square foot, 7 bedroom/ 5.5 bath lodge features porches overlooking the James River. Substantial infrastructure includes a garage, game processing facilities, foreman’s home, cabins, barn/sheds, stables and cattle pens. Minerals are negotiable. f Contact: Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 210.213.9700

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Chula Vista Ranch

El Corazon Ranch

1,280± acre ranch is a rare opportunity

8,851± acre ranch on Pinto Creek

Brooks County, Falfurrias, Texas. A rare opportunity to purchase 2 sections of prime Brooks County quail habitat! Naturally open, it has scattered mesquite and live oaks, sandy soils and all native grasses including Seacoast Bluestem. It has great dove ponds, deer blinds, corn feeders, protein feeders plus is low fenced and surrounded by large neighbors. There are 3 water wells, 2 with windmills and 2 with sub pump, plus a set of pipe cattle pens. Don’t miss out on this great quail hunting ranch! f Contact: Grady Cage or Al Philip 210.332.8204

Kinney County, Brackettville, Texas. Water is a highlight of this ranch which conveys with 400 Acre feet of water rights! There is 1± mile of both sides of the spring fed, crystal clear Pinto Creek enhanced by 10 domestic and 2 irrigation wells, strategically located to water livestock and wildlife. Infrastructure includes a 1-story ranch home, caretaker’s home, 2 barns, perimeter fencing, crossfencing into 8 pastures, plus an interior game fenced pasture. Wildlife abounds with whitetail deer, Rio Grande Turkey, Bobwhite Quail, Blue Quail, Mourning Dove, Whitewing dove, seasonal duck plus fishing for bass and catfish. f Contact: Al Philip 210.415.8602

Heart D Ranch 640± acres of open areas, Atascosa River and farmland Atascosa County, Pleasanton, Texas.This picturesque ranch is extremely diverse, with gently rolling open areas with an abundance of beautiful oak trees, good thick brush, 4 tanks, and both sides of the Atascosa River with dense river bottom areas. The ranch is approximately 70 percent native brush and 30 percent open pastures and is low fenced. Improvements include a vintage farm home, 2 equipment sheds and livestock pens. A water well provides water to the homes and 2 tanks, one which offers bass fishing. The habitat supports deer, hogs, and turkey with open fields for dove and quail. f Contact: Randy Cadwallader 210.860.0093

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Madera Canyon Ranch 19,680± acre historic ranch with picturesque canyons Jeff Davis County, Balmorrhea, Texas. A historic ranch extends from picturesque canyons to the dramatic Davis Mountains, habitat for Trophy Class mule deer, Aoudad, elk, quail, dove, turkey, black bear, antelope, javelina, mountain lion and others. 1904 Kingston Homestead lodge is enhanced by a garage, historic bunkhouse and cabin, tack room, walk-in cooler, game cleaning rack, 3 sets of pipe cattle pens and metal feeders.

Watered by Kingston Springs, other live springs plus 6 wells and 6 tanks. Over the Barnett Shale and Woodford Shale formations, the ranch conveys partial minerals. Owner will divide into 10,253± acres and 9,424± acres; please call for details. f Contact: Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate, or Al Philip 210.415.8602

Uvalde Co. Ranch

Dinner Creek Farm

465± acre ranch abundant with native and exotic wildlife

765± acres of fertile farmland

Uvalde County, Texas. This is a great ranch that is home to abundant native and exotic wildlife as well as birds. The ranch sits on a transition area bordering the Hill Country, with exciting distant views. There is one good water well and one small pond for wildlife and cattle. Montell and Knippa clays result in excellent tillable land, while native grass and brush provide ideal wildlife habitat. Besides dove and quail, the ranch supports whitetail deer, axis, blackbuck, barasingha, turkey and bobcat.

Minerals are negotiable. f Contact: Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 210.213.9700

Uvalde County, Knippa, Texas. This combination farm includes 300± acres of non-irrigated farmland, with good fertile soils currently in milo and oats. The land features 1 water well with sub pump run by a generator and partial low fencing. The remainder of the land provides good hunting and grazing opportunity. There is an abundance of native and exotic game, as well as quail and dove, to include whitetail deer, axis, blackbuck, barasingha, turkey and hogs. f Contact: Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 210.213.9700

San Antonio River 204± acres of working farmland and facilities

Little Conejo Ranch 343± acre family owned and operated ranch Uvalde County, Uvalde, Texas. This ranch is located in a very desirable area just southwest of the town of Uvalde and is situated in a neighborhood that consists of larger ranches. This property is a piece of a large, long-term family ranch and is being offered for the very first time. There is an abundance of native wildlife that includes whitetail deer, turkey, javelin, hogs, dove and quail. There is low perimeter fencing on 2 sides, an old set of working pens and two tanks, one which offers bass fishing. f Contact: Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 210.213.9700

Wilson County, Floresville, Texas. Minutes from Loop 1604 South in San Antonio, this 204+ acre farm provides an excellent combination of improved pastures, fertile cultivated cropland plus the rarity of live water. This fertile farm has excellent water with 1+ mile of the flowing San Antonio River plus 2 water wells. Completed in 2009 is a 1,664± square foot metal barn and a 1,260± square foot metal barn.

There is also a 2-stall barn. The property has perimeter fencing plus crossfencing. Included are livestock feeders and troughs. f Contact: Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 210.213.9700

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Brushy Creek Ranch

Encino Chiquita Ranch

665± acres of handsome ranch on Brushy Creek

650± acres of working ranch, a weather creek and wildlife

Milam County, Rockdale, Texas. Only 39± miles east of Interstate Highway 35/Round Rock, this handsome ranch offers excellent diversity with 385± acres improved grasses and the remainder in good brush and native pasture. With 3,350± feet of frontage on permanent Brushy Creek, 8±-acre lake and 20+ stock tanks, there is certainly no shortage of water, supported by excellent rainfall. Improvements include an attractive 2- story ranch residence, 3 large barns, excellent working pens, 40’x60’ metal shop, grain silo and fencing/ crossfencing into 8 pastures.

Minerals convey. f Contact: John Tarrillion 210.380.1229

Live Oak County, George West, Texas. Improvements include a good set of working pens and commercial loading chute, hay barn and feed barn, low fencing and great access with 2+ miles of county maintained road frontage off Interstate Highway 35. The ranch features 10 water wells, 5 tanks, a wet weather creek and an ocean of underground water with unlimited possibilities for water storage. Native wildlife includes quail, dove, water fowl, hogs, deer and turkey. Please call for division and details on each tract. f Contact: Steven Bennett, Broker Associate 210.287.3776

Texas Bayfront Ranch 8,518± acres combines water views and grasslands Calhoun County, Port Lavaca, Texas.What a ranch with 20± miles of Port Lavaca Bay/Gulf of Mexico shoreline frontage and 5± miles of paved county road frontage! This incredible property offers breathtaking water views with a combination of grasslands, woods and some estuarine wetlands. Easy driving access is 30± miles from Victoria, 85± miles from Corpus, 100± miles from Houston, 130± miles from San Antonio and 135± miles from Austin. Price to sell, with unlimited possibilities for use. Available is a plat, survey and site analysis. f Contact: John Tarrillion 210.380.1229

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Brushy Draw Ranch 449± acres great for hunting and recreation Uvalde County, Uvalde, Texas. Diverse native brush, trees and grasses plus ample water from 2 water wells and 2 tanks provide the ideal environment for hunting and recreation, conveniently just south of the town of Uvalde off Highway 90 West. Perimeter low fenced, the ranch features a charming frame cabin with screened porch. Native wildlife includes whitetail deer, hogs and a variety of birds. Partial minerals convey. f Contact: Steven Bennett, Broker Associate 210.287.3776

Rancher’s Dream Showplace 1,664± acres offers exquisite living on a working ranch Falls County, Satin, Texas. 20± miles southeast of Waco, 1.5± hours from Austin or Dallas, there sits a property offering exquisite living on a working ranch. The custom estate home, featured in several magazines, was built in 2006 and offers 7,300± square feet of uniqueness. The home overlooks a 15± acre lake and waterfall pool bordered by a 700 square foot cantina, and separate cooking cabana, all surrounded by majestic oaks, beautiful views and superb sunsets. The highly improved pastures have been home for many years to a legendary registered cattle operation with top-notch handling facilities; inclusive of show, sale, horse and hay storage barns, 3 sets of working pens, water wells, overhead grain bins, molasses storage tanks and staff housing. Excellent rainfall and live water is abundant throughout the property including a large creek.

Turkey and hogs are plentiful, and there are even a few whitetail deer.

Partially owned minerals will convey to new owner. f Contact: Howard Ham 210.382.5003

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Bulson Ranch Ultimate California recreational ranch Plumas County, California. 1,630 acres located in Plumas County just about 6 miles east of Portola, CA, near the town of Beckwourth.

Property is surrounded by the Sierra Nevada Mountain ranges. Great waterfowl hunting, summer cattle grazing, and with the headwaters of the middle fork of the Feather River flowing through the ranch it becomes a serious candidate for a conservation easement. The property is fenced and has a nice set of working corrals. The ranch has two beautiful big lakes in the spring in the center of the property. $2,990,000 f

Albion River Park California Oceanfront Property on 48± Acres Mendocino County, California. This is a rare opportunity to own 48+/acres on the mouth of the Albion River. The property goes up the river for over 3,700 feet. This tidal-influenced river is one of the few navigable rivers in the state. Known as Scooner Landing Park, it has 41 campsites with 25 full hook-up sites. 3 rental houses along the river and an owner’s home on top of the ridge, a concrete boat ramp and docks. $2,950,000 f

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Rancho Cortina 5,480 grazing and hunting acres surrounded by BLM Colusa County, California. 5,480 deeded acres, located just 115 miles north of San Francisco, surrounded by thousands of acres of BLM land. This is a recreational dream with great Blacktail deer, turkey, bear, pig, quail and dove. Great road system, springs, over 20 ponds, in the Williamson Act, cowboy cabin, solar well, runs 250 pairs. f $5,250,000.

Battle Creek Ranch Ranch & Recreational Property on 586± Acres Tehama County, California. The historic Lassen Lodge is 586 acres of pristine mountain property. With over a mile of Battle Creek with two trout filled ponds the fisherman will be satisfied. The hunting is incredible with Pope & Young bear and great deer and turkey hunting.

The turn key equestrian facility will keep the horse lover happy and the five cabins and lodge will be perfect for the hunting/fishing club, family compound or spiritual haven to get back to nature. $2,350,000 f

Big Valley Ranch Newly Renovated English Tudor Home on 10,000± Acres Glenn County, California. This 10,000 +/- acre property is located in Glenn County about 8 miles from Stonyford, CA. Newly renovated 3-story English Tudor home is over 5,000 square feet, 7 bedrooms & 6 baths. Matching 2,000 square foot barn, two ranch homes, barns, outbuildings, water rights to irrigate 150 acres, two year round creeks, over a dozen year round ponds, one estimated to be over 40 acres. Great hunting, hiking and horseback riding. This is truly a dream property with first class accommodations. $10,000,000 f

Montgomery Creek Ranch 2,300 acre ranch, 3 miles of creek, recreation & hunting Colusa & Glenn County, California. Gorgeous 2,300 acre ranch about 8 miles from Stonyford, CA. This ranch has 3 miles of Montgomery Creek, 4 year round ponds, springs, 2 homes, outbuildings, corrals, borders the East Park Reservoir for fishing, boating and swimming. Has water rights to irrigate 220 acres. Huge and ancient Valley Oaks follow the creek. Run 150 pair year round. Great hunting for deer, pig, turkey, quail and dove. Own the entire Valley floor and just 153 miles to San Francisco. $5,250,000 f

PBM Farms 2,477 acre organic farm with PLM hunting bonus

Lava Creek Lodge 44± Acres on Eastman Lake Shasta County, California. Located on Spring fed Eastman Lake just downstream from the headwaters of Lava Creek, on one of the largest fresh water spring systems in the world and the largest in the U.S. The Lodge boasts access to over 28 miles of world class fly fishing and prime waterfowl habitat. Main lodge has 8 attached rooms, caretakers quarters and great room. 8 detached cabins, boat launch, dock, shop and trap shooting area. Seasonal wetlands, springs and ponds accent this 44 acre property within a stone’s throw of the 6,000 acre Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park. $3,450,000 f

Siskiyou/Butte County, California. PBM Farms is a 2,477 acre 100% organic alfalfa & barley production farm located in Siskiyou County.

Water is gold and this ranch has lots of it, 8 wells over 15,000 gpm.

There are 10 newer pivots with 3 more due to be completed in 2010.

The farm has 4 homes, 2 barns, shops, outbuildings, scales, organic grain silos and is enrolled in the Private Lands Management program that allows for late season hunts. $8,950,000 f Todd Renfrew, Curtis Stocking, Scott Ulch Dona Utterback & Cece Short 707 Merchant Street, Suite 100 Vacaville, CA 95688 Tel. 707.455.4444 www.CaliforniaOutdoorProperties.com Vol. I, No.2

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Black Ranch California Almond Orchard 1,119± Acres of Almond Orchard with Exquisite Log Home Yolo County, California. Magnificent & pristine producing young almond orchard w/ exquisite log home, custom log stable, office, pastures, pond, groves of trees, airstrip, unbelievable storage/shop buildings. Have to see to believe! Owner will consider selling 959+/acres of orchard without the structures. Call for price. f

5,844 historic acres of pasture, water & wildlife Tehama County, California. This historic 5,844 acre ranch is located in Tehama County, just 17 miles from Red Bluff, CA. 3 square miles of year round Elder Creek, 12 ponds, three are over 3 acres in size, rolling oak grasslands provides great habitat for Blacktail deer, wild pig, turkey, quail, doves, predator hunting and your occasional bear. House, barn, corral, Williamson Act, runs 500 cows. Owner financing is available. $7,000,000 f

McDonald Island Horse Mountain Ranch 1,2 & 3 5,445± Acres on a Working Commercial Ranch Modoc County, California. 5,445 +/- acres located in Modoc County.

410 acres irrigated from wells and irrigation district, great hunting, national forest out the back gate. 10,000-acre forest service allotment for 195 head, income from rock quarry, 3 homes.. Property 1 consists of 5,445 acres for $2,999,000. Property 2 consists of 305 acres for $1,399,000. Property 3 consists of 5,141 acres for $1,600,000 f

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944± Acres near Tinsley Island San Joaquin County, California. 944 acre McDonald Island Ranch has it all; recreation, agriculture and hunting. Great duck hunting, club house, 155 acres of cabernet vines, 322 acres of farmable ground, 150 foot dock, just off the San Joaquin Channel near Tinsley Island. The property is located on an island that is in the heart of delta duck hunting.

The club house consists of two buildings totaling 4,450 square feet with 8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, bar, and beautiful views of the delta and Mt. Diablo. $3,900,000 f

Diamond Back Ranch Flying Horse Ranch 97 acre Napa Valley hideaway with great views & possibilities Napa County, California. 3,980 square foot brand new Spanish style home with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, and open floor plan make this spectacular home ideal for entertaining. It is surrounded by 97 useable acres in the beautiful Pope Valley. This property is an opportunity of a lifetime. Equestrian setup with barn and shop. Good soil for grapes and surrounded by vineyards. Wildlife abounds on this property and a pond is just waiting to be stocked. Four legal parcels and being located down the road from the Aetna Springs resort make this property very desirable. $2,395,000 f

3,243 acres of B & C Trophy blacktail land Tehama County, California. 3,243 deeded acres, surrounded by 913,000 acres of the Mendocino National Forest, located in Tehama County, just 25 miles from Red Bluff, CA. This classic Cabela’s Trophy Property with Boone & Crockett Blacktail deer, trophy Black bear, pig, turkey, quail, & dove, year round streams, ponds, 3,600 square foot home with granite countertops, caretaker home, barns, shops, shooting range, and enrolled the Williamson Act. $5,749,000 f

South Fork Ten Mile River Ranch

River frontage, horse trails and forests on 368 acres

Lake Elizabeth Ranch 3,924 acre great western santuary near Los Angeles Los Angeles County, California. 3,924 deeded acres not in the Williamson Act, over 100 parcels, less than 1.5 hour drive from Beverly Hills, CA, one of the last working Cattle Ranches in Los Angeles County. 5,500 square foot main home, 3,000 square foot guest house, 1,800 square foot caretaker home, 5 other homes, skeet shooting building and of course, an equestrian center, 5/8 mile horse tract, 80 stall barns, roping arena, corrals, dog kennels, plus too many other items to list.

Own a piece of California history; come see the last of the great western ranches in Los Angeles. Call for price. f

Mendocino County, Ft. Bragg, California. This 468 acre ranch is located on the California coast near Ft. Bragg, in Mendocino County.

Georgeous ocean views, beach access, over three miles of river frontage, horseback riding trails, redwood forest, meadows, ten cabins and approval and plans for a twentyunit inn. It would make a great family retreat, inn, horse stables, or ecocenter. $5,290,000 f Todd Renfrew, Curtis Stocking, Scott Ulch Dona Utterback & Cece Short 707 Merchant Street, Suite 100 Vacaville, CA 95688 Tel. 707.455.4444 www.CaliforniaOutdoorProperties.com Vol. I, No.2

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Agarita Ranch

48 acres in Medina County, Texas This is a wonderful opportunity to own an incredible turnkey South Texas ranch located on CR 653, about 2-3 miles north of Devine off of Highway 173. In order to maximize their enjoyment, the current owners have thought of everything! There is quality in every detail with this recently built, custom 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a study. The exterior is limestone with an extensive covered porch area and a patio area for entertaining. The interior features granite countertops, cherry wood kitchen cabinets and a floor-to-ceiling limestone fireplace in the adjoining living room. Agarita Ranch is an incredible place for native wildlife to thrive. This property is ag exempt and has multiple senderos carved in to the thick brush throughout the ranch, and two stock ponds. An easy commute from San Antonio brings you here for some R&R, hunting, fishing or just watching wildlife. Contact: Luke Rogers 210-313-8570 f

Angler’s Paradise

26.2 acres in Kleberg County, Texas Baffin Bay is world renowned for its incredible trout fishing. Here is your chance to own this bit of angler’s paradise located near the “rocks”, one of Baffin Bays best fishing spots. Use this property as an existing fishing camp, entertain clients, develop a fishing community, or use it as a personal getaway. Four 2 bedroom, 2 bath cottages and a 300-foot pier that can accommodate sixteen people for fishing. Incredible chance to own some great history. Contact: Timo Hixon 210-863-2255 f

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161 Flach Road

290 amazing acres on beautiful Cherry Creek in Comfort, Texas

The ranch has both sides of crystal clear Cherry Creek for about .75 of a mile and 2 dams on the creek create two beautiful ponds that are stocked with large mouth bass. The creek bottom along Cherry Creek is a beautiful setting with rolling terrain and gorgeous large trees along the banks and crystal clear water in the creek. The ranch has a high plateau in the middle of the property that provides spectacular views. The ranch has a wonderful 2 bedroom, 1 bath home that has been recently remodeled, a bunkhouse, and a nice barn. Price: $2,600,000.

Contact: George M. “Mitch� West 210-213-5402 f

Flying R Ranch Road

Georgian style home on 29.5 acres in Comal County, Texas Luxury living in country surroundings describes this 4 bedroom, 3 and one half-bath home with over 6,000 square feet. The views are spectacular of the scenic Hill Country and the Twin Peaks in the distance. This home combines formal and casual living in large rooms featuring 4 fireplaces, an atrium, bar and Koi pond. There is a 6-stall horse barn with a small, well-fed lake and is ag exempt. This stately home is located within easy access to both New Braunfels and San Antonio. $1,389,000. f

Contact: Cebe Musgrave 210-844-9313 & Paula Coates 210-487-1084

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Campbell Ranch

1,203 acres in Gillespie County, Texas Magnificent Hill Country ranch located north of Fredericksburg near Enchanted Rock. The ranch has over a mile of both sides of pristine Crabapple Creek, which is one of the very best creeks in the Texas Hill Country. The creek runs year round and the water is crystal clear! Spectacular views from several hilltops scattered throughout the ranch. There are excellent roads, 2 houses, 2 lakes and 12 water wells further enhancing this fabulous ranch. Contact: Todd Avery 210-260-9315 & George M. “Mitch” West 210-213-5402. f

McKinney Loop

Beautiful property on 47± acres in Blanco County, Texas

Located a short distance from Blanco, Texas is this mostly level property with native grasses and beautiful mature oak and ash trees with some mesquite; very little cedar.

There is a shallow well and a small stock tank plus a wet weather creek drainage that runs on the property. Fenced and cross fenced with approximately 14 to 18 acres of coastal Bermuda grass that has been planted.

This property would be ideal for horses or a weekend retreat.

Contact: Timo Hixon 210-863-2255. f

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Privilege Creek Ranch

161.3 acres in Bandera County, Texas

Wonderful property that straddles Privilege Creek with a small, yet comfortable 2 bedroom, 2 bath house complete with central heat and air. There is a small barn plus livestock pens and nice grassy pastures for cattle or horses. Native wooded and unhunted areas are a wildlife habitat where axis and whitetail deer, turkey, hogs and other critters have been seen. There is over 1,200 feet of both sides of Privilege Creek offering excellent recreational possibilities. During the recent drought, there was always water in the creek and several of the springs continued to flow. $1,395,000 Contact: Todd Avery 210-260-9315. f

Squirrel Creek Trail

Hunting and recreation on 234 acres in Medina County, Texas This beautiful hunting or recreational property is surrounded by low fences and large ranches. Located a few miles from D’Hanis and about 45 minutes from San Antonio, this makes an wonderful hunting destination for a weekend trip. Beautiful native brush is ideal for hunting the abundance of deer, quail, dove and hogs while a building site offers a 360-degree view.

Electricity and water meter on the property. Possible owner financing. $819,000 Contact: Charlie Doege 210-355-6555. f

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Equine Friendly Manor House Equine friendly manor house, sensational panoramic views Manchester, Vermont. VIEWS surround this 8-acre estate off the prestigious River Road in Manchester. Spacious, luxurious primary suite and comfortably proportioned living areas provide an abundance of family, recreation and guest space!!! Minutes from the Hildene Polo fields with room to create your dream horse farm. Feels secluded yet close to Southern Vermont Art Center, village shopping, Equinox Golf, and fabulous dining. f

Beautiful Panoramic Views

Equine Friendly Wing Farm

Beautiful panoramic views of the equinox and beyond

On 42 gently rolling acres

Shaftsbury, Vermont. This property is rich with outdoor opportunities and potential for house parties and family gatherings. Sit on the deck at sunset and gather around the fire with a glass of wine... Enjoy the tranquility of the valley and farms beyond your private meadows.

The gourmet kitchen is open and inviting with plenty of room for entertaining. Escape to the master suite with its wonderful brick fireplace and lounging area. Currently has attached tack room, office and stalls awaiting your arrival. Also, there is plenty of acreage to build separate barns and outbuilding for all your equine needs. $829,000 f

Shaftsbury, Vermont. Full southern and western exposures surround an amazing Dutch barn that can become a dramatic horse barn or residence.

Long range mountain views to stunning sunsets. Lovely farmhouse amid 110 mature high bush blueberries with a workshop, a second barn that could be a separate horse and carriage barn, and a coop! Available manor house adjacent, that would bring the Wing Farm totally together, is worth inquiring about. $895,000 f

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Battenkill Meadows Historic architecture in gorgeous village setting Manchester, Vermont. Historically Inspired Architectural Masterpiece. The latest in environmentally responsible design right along the Battenkill in the heart of some of the most beautiful scenery in New England. Seamlessly fuses contemporary living with the context of Southern Vermont.

Homeowners at Battenkill Meadows benefit from the comprehensive maintenance plan which includes lawns, meadows, gardens, roads, driveways and ponds. This inclusive program saves valuable time and resources spent on property management. Open House every weekend! $1,150,000 f

1790’s Treasured Georgian Colonial 1790’s treasured Georgian colonial of elegance Danby, Vermont. 21st century perfection has brought this Georgian Colonial home to pure SPLENDOR. Attention to every single detail beyond imagination: chef’s gourmet Wolf kitchen, elaborate foyer with multiple French doors, four spacious bedrooms and phenomenal baths.

Relax on the magnificent deep porch, enjoy the beautiful gardens and rich, mature landscaping that all compliment the spectacular views of Danby Pond where fishermen will find brook trout, warmouth and panfish among others. Impressive equine amenities include barn, open pasture and trail access. Plenty of room to create a paradise for the most discerning equestrian enthusiast. Carriage house can be used as an office, groom’s quarters or for guests. AMAZING! $995,000 f

Horse Lover’s Country Home 7,161 square foot home for equestrian family Shaftsbury, Vermont. With a three-stall barn on just over 9 acres, this property suits the equestrian family perfectly. Massive fireplace in the great room opens to beautiful gourmet kitchen, library, and formal living room. Fabulous artist studio for creative pursuits. Clean and efficient with outdoor wood burning furnace heating all 7,161 square feet! $875,000 f

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Mantle Ranch Moffat County, Dinosaur, Colorado Located in northwestern Colorado, the Mantle Ranch is a private pristine ranch surrounded by the 225,000 acre Dinosaur National Monument. A treasured and rare inholding, the Mantle Ranch is an ecological, cultural and geological jewel located in an astonishingly beautiful and serene river corridor with thousand foot high yellow and red sandstone canyon walls carved by the wild and free flowing Yampa River. The land is replete with recreational and cultural resources including petroglyphs, and other ancient Native American art, fossils, trophy elk and mule deer hunting, and white water adventures. The 525 deeded acres includes a restored log home, bunkhouse, barn and corrals set within the Yampa River Canyon beneath Castle Rock. The ranch offers an approximately 30,000 acre federal “grazing right� that runs some 17 miles east-west and 6-7 miles north-south along the Yampa River and the surrounding Yampa Bench. $7,500,000. Contact Ken Mirr. f

Fraser River Ranch Grand County, Granby, Colorado

Robinson Canyon Ranch Johnson County, Buffalo, Wyoming

The 170-acre Fraser River Ranch is an exceptional brown and rainbow trout fishery with over 1.5 miles of both sides of the Fraser River situated just above the confluence with the Colorado River, and walking distance from Granby, Colorado. With its rare frontage of wild trout waters, the ranch boasts views of the Continental Divide and surrounding mountains, and is home to bountiful wildlife, including elk, moose, deer, beaver, ducks and geese. The river splits into two braids on the property offering seclusion for fisherman and friends, rich wetlands, and unique high alpine fens. Only 100 miles from Denver, the property is within minutes of Rocky Mountain National Park, unparalleled skiing at Winter Park and Mary Jane, and several signature and award-winning golf courses. $3,400,000. Contact Ken Mirr. f

Robinson Canyon Ranch is truly an incredible 3,664 acre, end-of-the road ranch/retreat, with towering vistas, seclusion, and world-class hunting and fishing opportunities. The ranch is nestled at the base of Robinson Canyon, a prominent geologic feature of the Big Horn Mountains. Mature cottonwood trees line the Middle Fork of Crazy Woman Creek, an outstanding wild trout fishery. Ponderosa pine forests dominate the canyon and slopes reaching upward from the quaint log cabin residence. The hunting enthusiast will enjoy unparalleled big-game hunting for elk, mule deer, white-tailed deer and pronghorn. PRICE REDUCED FROM $10,000,000 to $8,900,000. Contact Duffy Brown or Ken Mirr. f

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Thunder Ranch Uintah County, Jensen, Utah Located along the Utah and Colorado border adjoining Dinosaur National Monument and 5 miles of the Green River, lies an unrivaled trophy hunting property and major hay producing ranch at the base of Split Mountain. This 8,200 +/- deeded acre ranch has an incredible diversity of wildlife with elk, mule deer, antelope, wild turkeys, waterfowl, and sandhill cranes. The headquarters unit, situated in Jensen with over 2,000 acres of lush irrigated hay fields, serves as an oasis and private reserve, attracting game from miles around. With historic water rights (over 40 cfs), the area is also steeped in ancient history with numerous caves, petroglyphs and fossils found nearby. The ranch is truly a remarkable and rare combination of worldclass hunting, recreation, significant farm income, cattle operation, history, and scenic landscapes, all within 15 minutes of a commercial jet airport and all the other amenities of the city of Vernal, Utah. $16,200,000. Contact Ken Mirr or Jeff Hubbard. f

Johnson Sheep Mountain Ranch Platte County, Wheatland, Wyoming

Gould & Sheep Creek Ranch Grand County, Kremmling, Colorado Bordered by National Forest and BLM lands, this property comes complete with a luxurious log home, authentic Western town and wonderful views of the Gore Range and Continental Divide. Sheep Creek meanders through the ranch, while irrigated hay meadows, aspen groves, a spectacular waterfall and several ponds sprawl throughout the valley. Water rights are included. Perfect for the hunter, fisherman and equestrian enthusiast, the property is also part of the Grand River Ranch, offering many additional amenities. The ranch can be sold in parcels ranging from 740 to 3,500 +/-acres.

Only 2 hours from Denver and 45 minutes from Steamboat Springs. $6,750,000 - $25,000,000. Contact Ken Mirr. f

A unique 3,500+ acre diversified sporting ranch in the Laramie Mountains west of Wheatland, Wyoming, Johnson Sheep Mountain Ranch offers fly fishing along private stretches of the North Laramie River and world class hunting for mule deer and elk. The ranch is designated as a “crucial winter habitat” for big horn sheep and mule deer, and an “optimal year-long winter range” for elk, mule deer and big horn sheep by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. Varied western topography with rolling grassy hillsides, river bottom, steep canyon walls and rocky hillsides coupled with excellent access, gives this property unprecedented value. Only 3 hours from Denver. $4,200,000. Contact Ken Mirr. f

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Browns Creek Angus Ranch

Riverbend Ranch

Ranch home with amazing amenities

Cattle ranch with historic homestead site

The Browns Creek Angus Ranch is 7,525+/- deeded acres of meadow, irrigated pastures and native rangelands. It’s 17 miles northwest of Laramie, Wyoming, just off Interstate 80 and Highway 12. Excellent hunting and exceptional fishing on over 6 miles of Browns Creek and the Little Laramie River, with healthy cutthroat, rainbow, and brown trout. Operated as a cow/calf and summer yearling enterprise, the improvements include watering structures and fencing along with 2 sets of working corrals. The main residence is a 2 story, 4 bedroom,3 bath log home featuring a large sun porch, patio and fireplace, and there is a restored log bunkhouse for seasonal help. Co-listed with James Rogers, Pinedale Properties, Inc. (307) 367-6683. Can be split and sold as two separate parcels, 1,340+/- acres north of Interstate 80 for $670,000; 6,185+/- acres south of Interstate 80 for $6,250,000; entire ranch of 7,525+/- acres for $6,920,000. f

The Riverbend Ranch consists of 6,700+/- acres; 4,300 with water rights, and the Riverbend winters 1,500 head of cattle and yields 2,200 tons of hay a year. The ranch has several residential areas, the owner’s compound boasting a 2,603 square foot home and separate guest house, as well as manager’s home at a different location, and a site with extensive cattle handling facilities. The ranch stretches along gorgeous river bottom property, with just over 6 miles of the Laramie River through the property. There is a historical homestead site on the property as well. The Riverbend Ranch rests just 15 miles southwest of Laramie, Wyoming. $10,500,000. f

Bird Cloud Ranch A gorgeous property along the Platte River

Grace Creek Ranch Cattle operating ranch with a variety of wildlife This property is tucked along Grace Creek in Colorado, just south of the Wyoming border. Outside Jelm and Glendevey, Colorado, it is also not far from Laramie, Wyoming. 1,962+/- acres with USFS and BLM grazing permits, 150 head cattle operation with owner’s home and cattle handling facilities. Property offers great fishing on the creek, as well easy access to the Laramie River, and hunting, as well a variety of other wildlife. $3,500,000. f

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The Bird Cloud Ranch is located in the North Platte River Valley of southern Wyoming. The Platte River, noted for its excellent fishing, comes out of Colorado, running north into Wyoming. A gorgeous property made up of 640+/- acres, located just over 5 miles outside Saratoga, Wyoming. The property is a peaceful retreat with lovely views and an exquisite home designed by architect Harry Teague. There ranch is home to deer and antelope, as well as bald and golden eagles. The Bird Cloud Ranch borders the Sheep Rock Ranch, which is a larger property with two miles of the North Platte River and four miles of Jack Creek, both on the meander. The two properties are immediately adjacent, and complement one another well. The Sheep Rock Ranch is also for sale and listed with Western United Realty. $3,700,000. f

Barney Ranch 10,000± deeded acres on the Green River in Wyoming The Barney Ranch is a spread of over 10,000+/- deeded acres as well as associated leases located on the Green River in northwest Wyoming. In addition to being a well-run livestock operation, the ranch has several miles of the Green River with its outstanding fishing. Over half of the 10,000+/- deeded acres have water rights and the ranch runs 2,000 animal units in a cow/calf to yearling operation. The ranch has three units on the river, each with a full complement of improvements. It runs from river bottom land to National Forest in a series of pastures.

It is a traditional “Cowboy” cattle operation with the cattle being moved from area to area by trailing the herd on horseback. In addition to the outstanding fishing, there is an abundance of wildlife on the ranch, including water fowl, white tail, mule deer and moose. $22,500,000 f

Sunny Valley Angus Ranch 4,014± acre ranch east of Denver

Sheep Rock Ranch North Platte River ranch with big game hunting An outstanding ranch on the North Platte River outside Saratoga, Wyoming. 2,777+/- acres, with lush meadows, and 2,563+/- acres with adjudicated water rights. Gorgeous views of surrounding mountains and local landmark Sheep Rock, as well as Blue Ribbon Fishing in the North Platte River, and the amazing fishery of Jack Creek for 4 miles.

Lying virtually adjacent to Saratoga and a 8,400 foot airstrip, yet private with views, good fishing, hunting. A highly productive ranch on a blue ribbon trout stream in one of the West’s premier destinations. The Sheep Rock Ranch borders the Bird Cloud Ranch, which owns a mile of the Platte River and Sheep Rock itself. The two properties are immediately adjacent, and compliment one another well. The Bird Cloud Ranch is also for sale and listed with Western United Realty. $12,000,000. f

The Sunny Valley Angus Ranch consists of a total of 4,014+/- acres that is made up of deeded acres, crop land, grassland, and farmstead land.

The ranch is located 40 miles east of Denver, just a few minutes south of Byers and Stratsburg in Arapahoe County, Colorado. The ranch is an optimum blend of improvements, including feed and livestock sheds, horse and calving barns, as well as a manager’s and hired help housing.

The owner’s house is 5,100+/- square feet. West Bijou Creek winds through the property, with wildlife abundant in the creek bottom. The variety of land allows for farming, hay cultivation and running livestock such as cattle or horses. $5,000,000 f

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Clay’s Canyon Creek Ranch-Retreat A 7,068 acre ranch southeast of Ten Sleep, Wyoming 4,749± deeded acres/7,068 acres total. Situated on the western slope of the Big Horn Mountains, this flourishing foothill/mountain property supports a great diversity of wildlife and is home to trophy elk and deer. The elegant main residence offers 3,898± sq. ft. of spacious living with an attached 3-car garage. Over 50% of the ranch consists of heavily timbered hillsides, draws, canyons and large open grass meadows that together provide natural cover and forage for elk, deer, antelope, mountain lion, beaver, black bear, bobcat, fox, coyote, eagles, hawks, sage grouse and blue grouse. Elevation ranges from 4,995’ at headquarters and hay meadows to 7,200’ in mountain terrain. One mile of Canyon Creek and two large ponds provide excellent trout fishing.

There is a conservation easement on a large portion of the ranch; however, a large building envelope remains. Two additional residences and beautiful log cabin on mountain land. $13,799,000. f

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The ‘C Bar B’ Ranch Johnson County, Wyoming • Located 10 miles northeast of Buffalo, Wyoming off U.S. Highway 16 East.

•Beautiful 3-bedroom, 5-bath executive home with many outstanding features •Office/guest complex with satellite system for high-speed internet service & computer systems •New foreman’s home, guest house, outbuildings and cattle working facilities located 1/4 mile from headquarters near Clear Creek. 1,043 deeded acres. 380 acres irrigated by 7 center pivots; 40 acres flood irrigated.

•2.5 miles of Clear Creek flows through property.

• Large hay base + natural protection along tree-lined creek bottom make it an excellent wintering unit.

•Excellent year around access.

•Outstanding recreational opportunities include hunting for upland game birds, wild turkey, water fowl, white-tailed deer and mule deer, trout fishing in Clear Creek, and certified trap-shooting equipment.

•Extensive landscaping & large indoor arena • Situated in the Clear Creek Valley just minutes from the beautiful Big Horn Mountains, this one-of-a-kind property is priced at $7,290,000. f

MacNichol Ranch Platte County, Wyoming 14,181± total contiguous acres of which 12,141± acres deeded, 1,840± acres State lease, and 200± acres BLM lease. Located 5 miles south/ southwest of Glendo, 29 miles from Douglas and 42 miles from Wheatland – all on paved roads. Rated at 400 animal units year around.

350± acres of flood and side roll irrigated meadows produce 500± tons of hay. Horseshoe Creek and Spring Creek meander through ranch for 5± miles. Stock water is supplied by 16 stock wells, developed springs and Horseshoe Creek. Excellent improvements consisting of three good homes, older vacant home, barn, Quonset/shop, garages, livestock scales, and pipe corrals/pens. Excellent recreational amenities including deer and elk hunting and live water stream. This beautiful and productive

ranch has scenic view sheds of the magnificent Laramie Peak Mountain Range rising to the west. $5,956,000 f

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Miller Wheat Farm Park-like setting for farming near Blue Mountains Pendleton, Oregon. The farm ownership has been the same for 117 years and includes 1,735 total acres with 1,711 crop acres. The buildings consist of three homes, an apartment, two shops, barn, grain storage, machine shed, and various outbuildings. Forty of the crop acres have been placed in the urban growth boundary and zoned as industrial property. The Columbia River and the Umatilla River are close by for water sports and fishing for steelhead, salmon, trout and sturgeon. The ranch is also close to the Blue Mountains for horseback riding, biking, hunting, 4X4 riding and snow sports. Also included in the price is the complete line of machinery. $3,972,915 f

Clark Creek Ranch

Snipton Canyon Ranch

The 1,471 acre Clark Creek Ranch is in northeast Oregon near the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest and Eagle Cap Wilderness. Rocky Mountain elk, mule deer and bear roam the lush native vegetation. The terrain is open meadows, timbered hillsides and pastures with numerous water sources including Clark Creek flowing through the ranch.

There are 224 acres of tillable soils of which 171 acres are enrolled in Conservation Reserve Program. A comfortable 1,500 square foot home overlooks the creek, two barns and a hunting cabin. Near Elgin, Oregon, and protected from the influence of big cities and high traffic, The Clark Creek Ranch offers peace and a place where Mother Nature is untamed and unedited. $1,550,000 f

Gilliam County, Oregon. There are 5,334 acres of rangeland, 144 acres of tillable dryland soils, 175 acres enrolled in Conservation Reserve Program, 51 acres of tillable irrigated soils, 44 acres in CRP and 1,500 acres of BLM. Water is running intermittent in all canyons, from springs and creeks to ponds and reservoirs. A recreation paradise, an outdoorsman can fish for trout and bass, view Rocky Mountain elk, mule deer and the occasional big horn sheep, including an upland bird population of chukar, quail, pheasant, partridge and ducks and geese. The ranch contains numerous structures consisting of residences, shops and hay barns. $2,500,000. f

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Conservation masterpiece on 5,334 acres

Old Mexico Ranch 57,052± acres in the Sonora Mexico Desert The ranch consisting of approximately 57,052 acres is located in the famed desert of Sonora Mexico approximately 20 miles south of Sasabe, Arizona and 90 miles south of Tucson, Arizona. The area is dominated by cattle ranches and other agricultural operations of various sizes. The State of Sonora has consistently produced some of the largest antlered mule deer in the world. Approximately 57,052 acres, all privately owned, these properties are divided into two separate parcels, “The Represo” and “Del Gringo” and can be purchased together or separately. Trees on the ranch include several varieties of oak, mesquite, eucalyptus, and scattered palms. Several varieties of grasses and an extensive supply of Cholla patches exist. Superb browse and year-round habitat is proven by the trophy mule. If you have ever thought of owning a first-class trophy mule deer ranch, this is the perfect opportunity. American-titled and American neighbors! $9,600,000 f

Little Deschutes River Property “A River DOES Run Through It!” A pastoral & private dream, Little Deschutes River Property on 11.33 acres. Wind your way into the fully furnished 2,172 square foot custom finished home to relax on top of Ponderosa Point overlooking the river and a private meadow. Ponderosa Point provides sightings of a wide variety of species including Rocky Mountain elk, mule deer, turkey, waterfowl and upland birds. Recreational opportunities are endless to the area. The floor plan includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room, family room, custom kitchen, utility room, and dining area.

Other improvements include 2,048 square foot shop with complete living quarters, small private office/studio, outdoor kitchen and fire

pit. Less than 5 miles from La Pine, Oregon, and 15 miles from Sun River, Oregon access to grocery stores, supplies and other necessities is convenient. f

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The Bell Ranch New Mexico’s magnificent and iconic ranching empire San Miguel County, New Mexico. The Bell Ranch is one of the most important – even singular – cattle ranches offered in the United States today. Encompassing 290,100 deeded acres, it may very well represent the only opportunity to purchase nearly 300,000 acres of North American land in one stroke for the balance of this century.

The Bell is part of a 656,000-acre 1824 Mexican land grant which was purchased by William N. Lane – a vigorous Chicago businessman – between 1974 and 1978. This remarkable holding is the largest working cattle ranch available in the United States today and offers great privacy and the unbridled freedom of operation and personal enjoyment found only within an empire encompassing 453 square miles of deeded land.

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The Bell possesses strong resources for successful entrance or expansion in the cattle business: • 290,100 blocked-up deeded acres - no federal or state land • 14 to 15 inches annual precipitation - elevation from 4,300 to 5,600 feet • Broad spectrum of strong grasses provide year ’round forage • 116 wells & windmills + 90 miles of pipeline + 206 stock tanks • Superb cattle-handling facilities at 14 locations & good fencing • Carrying capacity for 5,000 animal units – calf weights at 500 pounds • Six cow camps each with good homes; • Headquarters listed on National Register of Historic Places in 1974 • Hacienda – 10,000 square feet - eight bedrooms classic estancia architecture • 8,000 foot maintained dirt airfield – hangar & fuel storage • 18 miles of Conchas Lake frontage with a comfortable 2,800 square

foot guest house • Trophy antelope and turkey hunting • Mule deer, barbary sheep, black bear, cougar, quail, doves and elk The Bell is a first-rate cattle ranch and world-class investment offering its next owner a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to engage in one of America’s important industries. It also represents an amazing opportunity for immediate, successful expansion by existing large beef producers.

A large part of the bargain will be enjoyment of a wonderful authentic western lifestyle along with escape from the pressures of success into an inspiring private world of timeless natural grandeur. Because of The Bell’s extraordinary historical values and unsullied landscapes, consideration of conservation easements will hold appeal for some.

Previously, The Bell was offered at $440 per acre. Recognizing current global economic conditions, it has been discounted 35% to $286 an acre – $83,000,000 – including all seller-owned mineral rights. Please see www.TheBellRanch.com or call Patrick Bates at 801.560.4259 f

Utah ~ Summit County ~ Oakley

Crandall Creek Ranch

This remarkable block of land encompasses about 5,340 acres of Northern Utah’s most beautiful mountain region, only a 40-minute drive from Salt Lake City. Good numbers of big game and wildlife are harbored in large stands of quaking aspen, spruce and alpine fir. Crandall Creek Ranch borders Rockport Lake State Park and is very close to the Weber River’s wonderful trout fishery. Water rights are in place for 74 acre-feet of water. Zoning allows 49 homesites. Because of its natural beauty and development value, the Ranch has excellent potential for a conservation easement. No finer opportunity remains to own a more attractive and significant land holding located within 20 minutes of Park City’s amenities. This Ranch possesses every element for a genuine legacy investment. $8,200,000 Cash .

Contact: Patrick Bates 801.560.4259 f

Idaho ~ Bannock County ~ Downey

Diamond T Ranch

Springhill Ranch Montana ~ Pondera County ~ Depuyer

The Springhill Ranch is situated five miles east of Walling Reef, a notable land form in the Rocky Mountain Front. This majestic panorama of rugged limestone peaks, sheer walls, protruding reefs and deeply cut canyons provides one of North America’s most spectacular viewscapes.

This 4,190-acre block of deeded land operates as a working cattle ranch running about 250 animal units all year.

This highly productive ranch will comfortably carry 1,200 animal units year ’round. Comprised of 1,185 acres under irrigation, 830 acres of dry farmland, 2,560 acres of improved rangeland, 1,340 acres of native range and two excellent summer grazing permits (900 pairs for 4.5 months).

This ranch is complemented by some of the best modern cattle-handling facilities found on any commercial cattle ranch in the Rocky Mountain West today, along with plenty of grain storage. In addition to shipping 630 to 700-pound calves every Fall, the Diamond T harvest about 100,000 bushels of wheat and barley and also sells close to 1,500 tons of good-quality alfalfa hay annually. $6,855,450 Cash.

Contact: Sam Sanders 801.694.2092 f The Ranch controls solid water rights out of Sheep Creek which meanders through for about two miles affording good willow cover for wildlife plus ample opportunity for enjoyable small stream fishing.

Dupuyer Creek runs along the far southern boundary for about a quarter-mile also providing additional wildlife and trout habitat. The improvements are modest but well-kept. Available for the first time in over 35 years, the Springhill Ranch possesses great potential for a conservation easement should this concept appeal to the next owner.

Offered at under $950.00 per deeded acre, this beautiful place is a “must see” for conservation-minded buyers or those desiring to be in the cattle business on a smaller scale while owning an enjoyable long-term land investment. Offered at $3,850,000 Cash.

Contact: Michael Swan 406.570.4897 f

Bates • Sanders • Swan Land Company

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D Bar T Ranch

Rio Bianco County, Meeker, Colorado

With deeded access from the nearby highway, this remarkable 429± acre ranch sits along the banks of the beautiful White River. Combined with all the comforts of the newer-built and impressive owner’s lodge, the ranch was designed for both cattle and recreation. The ranch currently produces a good tonnage of hay with its 8.25 cfs of water. They also run a number of cattle and the property adjoins approximately 2,000 acres of BLM lease that the owner maintains as grazing pasture and hunting grounds. There is also a cute, newer-built hunting cabin the owners built. Whether a fishing/hunting paradise or a cattle/hay operation, this property delivers. $2,500,000. f Contact: Sam Faris and Chia Valdez (800) 754-0544.

Green Mountain 46 Ranch Fremont County, Jeffrey City, Wyoming

The Green Mountain 46 Ranch encompasses 45,000± acres, of which 3,570± acres are deeded, 3,430± acres are State of Wyoming lease and the remainder is BLM. Situated at the base of Green Mountain, the land is inhabited by a variety of wildlife, the ranch qualifies for landowner hunting permits for elk, deer and antelope. Willow-lined creeks, irrigated meadows and rocky ridges accent the rangeland, while much of the mountain is forest. The manager’s house and quality working corrals complete the cattle operation. $1,950,000. f Contact: Susan Pokorny & Timmery Hellyer (307) 332-3710.

Rito Oso Ranch

Huerfano County, Red Wing, Colorado The Rito Oso Ranch is perhaps one of the most beautiful ranches in Colorado. Situated in a lush valley with nearly 1.5 miles of the Huerfano River flowing through the ranch, the property could be used as a cattle operation or recreational ranch. The cattle facilities are second-to-none and feature equipment & calving sheds, paddocks, corrals and sorting chutes. This “turnkey” operation just needs the cattle. For recreational uses, there is an impressive cedar Lindal home with a great view deck.

There is also a manager’s residence. With good water rights the ranch produces a good tonnage of grass hay. $2,450,000. f Contact: Paul Machmuller & Bob Pierotti (719) 742-3605.

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Old Cow Town Ranch Saguache County, Saguache, Colorado

This one-of-a-kind 320± acre ranch offers an authentic reproduction of an 1880’s Old West town. It is nestled in a beautiful horseshoe shaped rimrock valley in the mountains of south-central Colorado and adjoins the Rio Grande National Forest. The ranch is well-suited to be run as a guest/dude ranch, cattle operation, church or kid’s camp, corporate retreat or trophy recreational property. It includes a spectacular owner’s home with fifteen Old West buildings including saloon, boarding house, general store, church and museum. $7,500,000. f Contact: Gary Pearson, (970) 641-0544 or Jean Cavanaugh (719) 395-5360.

Bear Mountain Ranch

Archuleta County, Pagosa Springs, Colorado

Sitting at the end-of-the-road behind locked gates, the 124± acre Bear Mountain Ranch is highlighted by the magnificent 9,808± square foot owner’s lodge. The home features every luxury such as indoor koi ponds, media room, elevator, wine cellar, art galleries and 3,600± square feet of covered decks. The nearby guest lodge/business center was constructed as an Old West town, complete with an old-fashioned saloon with stage, full-sized bar & tin ceilings. Here you’ll also find offices and an industrial machine shop with roll-up doors. $8,250,000. f Contact: Ed Kirkland or Karen McAnally (719) 742-3605.

1515 Arapahoe St., #1200 Denver, CO 80202 (800) 754-0544

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Brambletye Ranch

Pedernales Springs Ranch

Premier ranch and lodge on major creek

Relaxing swimming and fishing holes near Fredericksburg

Kimble County, Texas. 2,798 acres of the best of Kimble County, only 5 minutes from Junction, with several miles ownership of both sides of strong-flowing Bear Creek. This premier ranch features a fine, restored mansion, long highway frontage, significant oak/pecan bottoms and 1,800 acres under high fence. Landmark cliffs, wide valleys, distant vistas and solid infrastructure are added features, and part of the minerals are included. Sellers will consider splitting into large tracts, whole is offered at $2,975/acre. f

Blanco County, Texas. 1,126 oak-studded acres east of Fredericksburg lying for 1.25 miles along one of the prettiest stretches of Pedernales River around. Small pecan bottoms provide relaxing shade alongside over-your-head swimming and fishing holes, and large springs gush forth from south-facing hillsides, creating bizarre, upland pecan and walnut groves, and leaving remnants of a fascinating, old ditch irrigation system used by German ranchers. Just waiting for someone’s creative vision, asking price is $9,000/acre. f

19 Mile Crossing

James River Ranch South

Brush plains and towering hills along Nueces River

Mystical river and creeks on ranching/hunting paradise

Uvalde County, Texas. 8,450 conservation committed acres of classic transition brush plains and towering hills located on the hard-flowing Nueces River NW of bustling Uvalde. This solid offering includes nice HQ’s, infrastructure and healthy populations of deer, turkey and varmints. Aoudad are often sited in the higher elevations, and the river provides excellent fishing, swimming and floating possibilities. An exquisite, private spring originates on the ranch, beneath monster pecan and oak trees, creating a unique swimming hole. REDUCED! $1,350 per acre, can divide. f

Mason & Kimble County, Texas. An historic, 6,372 acre heritagetype ranch with over 3 miles of the mystical James River (both sides), plus spring creeks and solid ranching/recreational appeal. Fronting on paved FM 385, only 45 minutes west of Fredericksburg, this awesome spread is home to solid populations of deer/turkey, along with top-shelf private water recreation amongst noisy falls and deep holes on the river.

Realistically priced at $2,695/acre, some minerals are included, and sellers will split into two parcels of 4,104 and 2,268 acres, both with river. f

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Water Valley Ranch South Blanco River Ranch Best area live water price, new offering Kendall County, Texas. 1,457 acres of one of the most spectacular, private valleys in the Texas Hill Country, having over 3 miles of live, spring-fed creeks flowing thru, along with two awesome, deep lakes. This exquisite ranch is perfectly situated in a semi-remote area of northern Kendall County, with the nearest town being famed Luckenbach, and sizzling Fredericksburg a mere 15 minutes by paved roads. The clean, oak-studded, rolling hills are Napa Valley-like, and there are numerous fields along the scenic path of the creek-like river. $4,950/acre. f

Solid water, scenic beauty in primo location Kerr County, Texas. 280 wonderfully varied acres with prime time location, just off of Highway 87, between Comfort and Fredericksburg.

The spring-fed West Branch of North Creek flows thru for about one mile offering several fine sites for large lakes. Clean fields suitable for horses/orchards/etc., lie beneath towering, wooded ridges in a semisecluded setting only minutes from Interstate 10, with north San Antonio being only a 35 minute drive. $7,950/acre. f

Redstone Ranch River showplace belonged to LBJ

Indian Spring Ranch Monstrous rock formations and natural wonders Gillespie County, Texas. 494 acres of awesome granite rock formations, creeks, springs, vistas and natural wonders. On a quiet, paved county road just west of Enchanted Rock, north of Fredericksburg, this totally unique site possesses a rugged character that is rarely seen by most, yet is only 17 miles from charming Fredericksburg’s famed Main Street, some of the best shopping east of Santa Fe. We’re talking waterfalls, pools, car-size boulders and stunning peak viewpoints of Enchanted Rock and environs. $6,950/acre. f

Blanco & Gillespie County, Texas. 3,100 groomed, showy acres on the north banks of the Pedernales River, between Johnson City and Stonewall, adjoining the LBJ Parks. Highly improved, irrigated grass fields produce fat, sleek broodmares, frisky foals and solid beef cattle. Soaring, oak-shrouded hills provide distant vistas, as herds of deer, antelope and turkey roam the fields and forests below. First-rate improvements across the board complete the package. $7,950 per acre, can divide. f

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250 Acre Country Estate An executive home and beautiful property Located 5 minutes north of Mineral Wells and east of US 281 on paved county road. Beautiful level to gently rolling native terrain with post oak, elm, live oak, cedar & mesquite cover. A 7,794 square foot sandstone two story home proudly centerpieces the property with outstanding views, privacy and serenity. The home is exquisite in detail such as travertine countertops, hand scrapped red oak wood floors, alder wood trim out and built-ins. Bosch, Dacor & SubZero appliances, oil rubbed bronze bathroom fixtures. Huge covered back porch with tile floors, fireplace, outdoor kitchen and a cedar ceiling. Plenty of room with 5 bedrooms and 5 baths, 3 car garage. 3 water wells, 3 ponds and a dry creek. Good deer and turkey population. Some minerals available, $ 3,700,000, negotiable. f View Online: www.coalson.com/250aca.html

403 Acre Country Estate Awesome 9,000 square foot home with outstanding views

Montana Ranch Missoula, Ravalli County, Montana Approximately 30 miles south of Missoula in the Bitterroot Valley.

Mountainous rolling big sky native country with many beautiful scattered pine trees and pristine meadows where elk and mule deer reside. Outstanding scenery and beautiful building sites with snow cap mountains to the west. Eight Mile Creek runs parallel to Eight Mile Creek Road on the south side and two small streams flow out of the north side of the property down into the creek. One of the last larger parcels left for sale. A 70,000 acre parcel adjoins the property. Priced $10,500 per acre reduced from $14,500 per acre. Will divide; see website for tracts and pricing. f

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Minutes west of Weatherford via county paved roads. Heavily rolling native terrain with open to scattered to thick diverse oak cover, stock ponds, bluestem grasses and wildflowers. Easy access to Interstate 20 and US 180. On a dead end paved road through two separate electric gated entries, extensive paving with black pipe and cedar stave fencing.

Elevated on a private hill is a unique 9,000 square foot 2 story custom stone mansion with 360 degree majestic views. The home is rustic elegant with extreme custom features and craftsmanship rarely seen by most. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 2 car garage, porte cochere, metal roof & 4 fireplaces. Pebbletec pool with Oklahoma flagstone.

Stone pool house. Stone & metal shop building 50x100, with apartment & office. Another steel & concrete shop building 40x100 with a 1-1 apartment. Minerals available with Barnett Shale well! Reduced $2,000,000 to $6,825,000 f View Online: www.coalson.com/403ac.html

Brazos River Ranch 3,500 acre ranch in Southwest Weatherford, Texas Located on the Parker & Hood County line, 20 minutes southwest of Weatherford. This ranch is a rare opportunity to own a large undeveloped parcel near Weatherford. It has been family owned for many years and is truly beautiful as it rolls gently and heavily with scenic views and serenity. Many varieties of scattered to thick trees include live oak, post oak, elm, red oak, mesquite and some cedar. Hills with scenic 10 mile views to secluded canyons and the Brazos River bottom. Some cultivation land for winter wheat and some improved coastal bermuda. Well watered with 13 stock ponds, one windmill, two subsurface water wells, approximately 7,300 feet of Brazos River frontage, Cottonwood Creek on the west boundary and Red Bank Creek traverses the eastern third as it drains to the northeast into the Brazos River. Numerous sites for building large reservoirs or a beautiful lodge.

The property has never been commercially hunted and has abundant deer

& turkey. The family has harvested several nice bucks over the years including a buck that grossed over 200 B&C points. The mineral estate is under lease with several older vertical wells and one new horizontal Barnett shale well. Seller believes to own the minerals and will convey the mineral estate save and except half of the royalty. Improvements include exterior fencing, a 3 bedroom 2 bath brick home, wellconstructed cattle pens and a hay barn. Reduced to $ 7,750 per acre. f

Recreation Paradise 250 acre property with a gorgeous 18 acre lake

388 Acre Country Estate An executive home and beautiful land 55 minutes northwest of Fort Worth on FM highway. A beautiful 5,644 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath stone home with a red concrete tile roof. 2 fireplaces, security system, 2 living & dining areas, two car garage, built in 2007, covered porches & patio, gutters, sprinkler system, very upscale home with wonderful amenities. Large all steel shop with concrete floor and offices. Rolling with scattered oak trees and bermuda grass, timbered areas with deer & turkey. Beautiful views. Minerals available. Reduced to $3,275,000 f

Very convenient at only 42 miles west of Ft.Worth, south of Millsap and minutes near Interstate 20 and FM 113. Native heavily rolling land with scenic post oak, live oak, elm & cedar tree cover. A beautiful 18 acre (full) lake stocked with great fishing. Excellent populations of deer, turkey & ducks. A very nice 3-2 2 story home with upstairs balcony and beautiful views overlooking the lake and property. Beautiful dry laid stone exterior with extensive landscaping. Nice 4-2 doublewide home, 2 nice all steel shops and stone pump house, $2,250,000 f

Mac A. Coalson Real Estate Broker www.coalson.com

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Olmos Grande Ranch

Ll Ranch

2,990 acres of deer hunters’ paradise

397 acres of beauty and serenity

2,990 acres in Maverick County has one of the best deer herds in all of Texas. The ranch has been intensively managed for over 10 years.

The ranch is currently operating under a level three managed land deer permit. Four deer have been harvested in the last six years scoring over 200 points on the Boone and Crockett scale. Ranch has had two victories in the prestigious Los Cazadores deer contest recently. Best archery low fence and top honor in low fence non-typical were awarded. The ranch has had several Boone and Crockett entries in recent years. A centrally located stone hunting lodge sits high on a hill overlooking a stocked lake. Three large fields, numerous stock tanks and a hangar add to the improvements. This is a deer hunters paradise ready to go!

Just 15 minutes from beautiful downtown Fredericksburg, located on Tivy Dale Road. One must visit this ranch to discover the beauty and serenity of one of the finest properties available in the Fredericksburg area. The ranch features 397 acres of stunning Oak trees and improved pastures. Spring Creek passes through this property supplying year round running water separating improved pastures from native Hill Country wildlife areas. A stocked lake centrally located adds to the strong water this ranch offers. Two horse barns, a riding arena, two guest houses and an equipment barn add to the improvements. The main residence is truly spectacular, complete with a new swimming pool and landscaping. This property has it all; location, water and wonderful improvements. This ranch is ready for the serious buyer who wants a gentleman’s ranch.

Comanche Rock Ranch 425 acre property borders Enchanted Rock State Natural Area Located just 15 minutes north of Fredericksburg in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. This pristine 425-acre property borders the Enchanted Rock State Natural Area. The ranch improvements include a spectacular main residence, hunting lodge complete with swimming pool, BBQ pavilion area and a ranch headquarters. The ranch is home to a wide variety of wildlife including whitetail and axis deer, turkey, black buck antelope and aoudad sheep. Beautiful granite hills and year round flowing springs add to the property’s appeal.

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Boerne, Texas 150 acres located in Boerne School District Located near Boerne, Texas this ranch offers both beautiful views and live water. A large newly constructed home complete with guest house, pool, barns and riding arena add to the improvements of this special property. The custom home was built with special attention to detail.

There where no corners cut in the development of this property. A beautiful ranch in a prime location.

Dos Rios

Los Amigos

One of the cleanest and well-kept properties to hit the market 14,000 acres of historic canyons in West Texas This stunningly manicured 100+/- acres located just 5 minutes from historic Fredericksburg, Texas is a horse lovers dream! This property offers a covered 120’ x 225’ riding and roping arena, two round pens, one of which is covered and lighted, a 14-stall horse barn complete with office and apartment, working and holding pens for livestock, outdoor arena, mare barn and show barn. In addition, there are several other barns built to accommodate hay and feed storage along with other equipment areas. There are three residences on the property consisting of the original homestead built in the late 1800’s to the early 1900’s. A more recently constructed 3 bedroom 2 bath owners residence and a ranch foreman’s house. The property offers live year around water supplied by the Pedernales River and Live Oak Creek. The perimeter is completely high fenced with many interior pastures cross fenced to hold livestock.

Your best chance to own three large historic canyons in West Texas.

Big Canyon, Meyers Canyon and Outlaw Canyon come together on this picturesque 14,000 acre West Texas ranch. Ranch is partially highfenced and both whitetail and mule deer have been managed extensively.

Excellent dove and quail hunting add to the recreational value of this property. A small house newly remodeled along with numerous water wells add too the ranch’s improvements. Property can be divided into two 7,000 acre tracts.

900 acre property near Boerne, Texas

Located just a few miles from historic downtown Boerne, Texas. One would be hard-pressed to find a property this close to San Antonio with such strong water and breathtaking views. This is without a doubt one of the finest properties to ever hit the market in the Texas Hill Country. Paved roads, nice lakes and year-round running water help to separate this property from its competition.

Bandera County 500 acres in picturesque Texas Hill Country Spectacular 500 acres offers both live water and beautiful views. A historic looking home, constructed from rock and timber and a newly constructed road system help to complete the property. Large rock bluffs and wonderful high country complete the landscape. This property is special with live water and awesome views.

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Mediterranean style home overlooking Pacific Ocean Situated on 5+/- acres with 360-degree views overlooking the Pacific Ocean from this custom built Mediterranean style home. Perfectly designed to overlook nature, 12-foot walls of windows let the light pour in. 16-foot ceilings and natural limestone, marble and granite surfaces accentuate the comfort of contemporary living. Home has three bedrooms, and three and a half baths, formal dining room and office (possible conversion to 4th bedroom). Honed stone surfaces accent vast outdoor living space surrounded by a pool and exquisite mature native gardens. Well known for equestrian living, there is a complete 4-stall barn, tack room, hay room, riding arena, pasture and access to 50 miles of trails just outside your gate. Quiet sunsets and privacy abound but your access to town is just a mile away. $5,999,999 f

Panoramic ocean and island views

Anacapa Ranch

Awe-inspiring panoramic Pacific Ocean and Channel Islands views and one of the Santa Barbara area’s most dramatic homes on 40+/- acres create this world-class ranch estate. Beyond the security-gated entrance, a lengthy serpentine driveway winds its way leisurely upward. The ranch’s 1,425 +/- income-producing trees all set against a backdrop of coastline, ocean and islands. The main house has two bedrooms and two and a half baths. The barn and workshop assure complete roundthe-clock attention to the care and maintenance of the ranch. Resting high in the foothills of the Santa Ynez Mountains, this fabulous property is, nonetheless, just a short distance from the welcoming beaches of Montecito, Summerland and Santa Barbara. Summerland’s popular antique shops, the renowned shopping and dining in Montecito’s “Villages,” and all of Santa Barbara’s cultural and recreational opportunities are mere minutes away. $3,950,000 f

Rancho Esperanza

World-class ranch estate in Santa Barbara Absolute privacy and tranquility, awe-inspiring, panoramic Pacific Ocean and Channel Islands views, and one of the Santa Barbara area’s most dramatic homes come together on 80+/- beautiful acres to create this world-class ranch estate. Beyond the security-gated entrance, a lengthy serpentine driveway winds its way leisurely yet dramatically upward, past avocado orchards and native landscape, to the main residence where truly spectacular vistas and approximately 6,000 square feet of relaxed luxury await. The open floor plan, expansive walls of glass and soaring cathedral ceilings allow a seamless flow of indoor and outdoor beauty. Upstairs, the spacious master suite -- with its fireplace, separate-level office, spacious bath and walk-in closet – commands privacy yet is convenient to the home’s guest wing and its two comfortable suites. Designed with a lifestyle of casual sophistication in mind, the billiards and media rooms, primary and entertainment kitchens, outdoor spa and indoor lap pool offer a welcome respite from busy schedules and day-to-day distractions. Wrap-around decks provide alfresco viewing of the ranch’s approximately 3,575 income-producing avocado trees and dozens of acres of natural splendor – all set against a backdrop of coastline, ocean and islands. Secluded in their own area, two guest cottages await the most discerning visitors. Resting high in the foothills of the Santa Ynez Mountains, this fabulous property is, nonetheless, just a short distance from the welcoming beaches of Montecito, Summerland and Santa Barbara. $4,950,000 f Note that both Anacapa Ranch and Rancho Esperanza can be purchased together. For more information visit www.suzanneperkins.com.

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Magnificent Equestrian Estate Refined country living in Santa Barbara

This elegant Monterey-style balconied estate home is situated on a gorgeous, oak-studded 9.75 acres within riding distance to the polo fields. The gracious interiors include six bedrooms, five baths, and grand living spaces encompassing 6,000+/- square feet. The crowning glory of this marvelous mountain-view parcel is its perfect integration of a formal landscape within the natural surroundings. Wide terraces, a glorious pool and spa, fireplace pavilion, manicured lawns, gardens, and native trees combine for a magical setting. The ultimate equestrian amenities include horse corrals, scenic trails, and a barn. A historic, separate guest cottage has a sun porch, three bedrooms and two baths. In the heart of equestrian estates centered around Santa Barbara’s famed polo fields, this property boasts five separate corrals as well as an actively-used, ten-stall, U-shaped horse barn which is shaded by a tremendous, ancient oak tree.

Horse manager’s quarters are on the premises. A completely separate and charming guest cottage, circa 1920s, offers three bedrooms and two baths. $12,500,000 f

Rare Coastal Ranch Classic coastal ranch in Santa Barbara County on Gaviota Coast

Asegra

Dramatic coast line, ocean, harbor and mountain views

Gorgeous private knoll top in Summerland with dramatic coast line, ocean, harbor and mountain views. Set on 4.98 +/- acres with the utmost privacy, sitting up above the road. The main residence has one bedroom and is permitted as Farm Employee Dwelling and is accessed off Hunt Drive. The 4-stall barn and permitted Second residential unit are accessed off Asegra Road. Property also includes turn-outs off each stall and a small arena. Five minutes to Summerland and ten minutes to Montecito. Hiking and equestrian trails are near-by. Zoning is AG 1-10. $4,750,000 f

An established working ranch since 1963 owned by the same family for over 45 years. Beautiful ocean views from the large open grassy meadows and oak grove forests approximately 1 mile to the beach.

Approximately 572 acres total with 130Âą acres planted with avocados and lemons. Large, level areas, and areas for cattle and horses. Excellent coastal ranch location, less than one mile to the ocean and just 15 minutes to town and the Santa Barbara airport. $8,250,000 f

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400 Shale City Road

Ashland, Oregon

Four seasons of fun! Custom log home of large 20 inch-plus logs on 160 acres. View from living room and deck to Mt. McLaughlin, pond and natural meadows. Additional 4 rooms and bath above garage.

Wildlife abounds. Offered furnished including antiques and period pieces. Efficient, well-designed electrical system with back up diesel and propane generators. Two great wells and a 250,000 gallon lined pond. $1,500,000. Contact: Tom Harrison f

1441 Brownsboro-Meridian Rd.

Eagle Point, Oregon

A long paved drive secures a very private 314-acre ranch with two modern homes, 4,274 and 3,032 square feet respectively and 54 irrigated acres. One half mile of frontage and a 30 hp pump on Little Butte Creek provides the water for 54 irrigated acres by 34 hard-set guns.

Outbuildings include stalls, working pens and hay storage. The property features an outdoor arena for training horses. Gorgeous valley and Mt. McLoughlin views. $2,500,000 Contact: Tom Harrison f

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Triple S Mountain Horse Ranch

Eagle Point, Oregon

A state of the art facility for the serious trainer, breeder and rider, as beautiful as it is functional. Unique in Southern Oregon, in the desirable Rogue River Valley. This gorgeous property is 362.70 acres with 220 irrigated acres. The horse facility is professionally designed for the utmost efficiency, function and beauty. Large covered and outdoor arenas, 30’ paddocks for all shed row stalls, heated tack-up and wash rack barn with kitchen, bath, laundry and vacuum system, networked computer and facility wide sound systems, separate vet facility and

foaling stalls, hay barn, 80x100’ shop / equipment hanger, covered free-exerciser, beautiful office and trophy / media room, outdoor entertainment kitchen and patio, cross-fenced pastures, two round pens, plus room for expansion. Beautiful landscaping, gardens and fencing, all in show condition. Irrigated acreage produces high quality grass hay. The property includes two great ranch homes with views and a third view home site on splittable acreage.

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13474 Agate Road

Eagle Point, Oregon

Immaculate, 5.04 acres with sweeping valley views. Fantastic single story 4 bedroom 4 bath, 3,066 square foot home! Property offers both level to sloping pasture. Fenced and irrigated ground, year-round pond and landscaped yard with raised beds. Large shop, covered hay storage and stalls. $650,000.

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Painswick Farm Spectacular Homestead & Gardens in Northern Door County Wisconsin. Wonderful 3+ bedroom quality-built residence (4,350 square feet - built in 1998), guest house (2,000 square feet - rebuilt in 2001 and includes furnishings), historic large barn with heated workshop, paddock, restored granary/studio and greenhouse. 80 acres subject to a private conservation easement. Full property is dividable - at least 5 more home sites. Close to Green Bay, Lake Michigan, Europe Lake, Newport State Park, the Clearing and much more. Buildings plus 12 acres - $995,000.

Buildings plus 24 acres - $1,100,000. On dividable 120 acres (subject to private conservation easement) $1,800,000 f

Sand Bay Extraordinary Home on 10 to 100 Acres in Door County

Liberty Grove

Wisconsin. Owner-architect designed - too many features to detail!

Tower room offers 360-degree panorama including Lake Michigan.

Fabulous stone fireplace, vaulted ceilings, and maple, hickory and cherry floors. Main level has master suite, large kitchen, pantry, sunroom and large porch. 2nd floor: 3 bedrooms and library.

Lower level: Exercise room, sauna and large office.

Many rooms overlook bucolic pond. Heated building has large shop area, second floor storage and 4 long stalls for boat, car and RV. $1,250,000 on 10 Acres or $2,150,000 on 100 Acres. f

Historic Farmette on 18 Acres East of Sister Bay Wisconsin. Original cabin, dating to 1885 with recent updates including charming wood floors, exposed beams and log walls. Features beautiful first floor master suite, 2 gas stoves, great kitchen, new sun room and new 2-car garage. Outbuildings include 2 barns (1 with heated workshop), guest cabin with stone fireplace, potting shed, corn crib and more. Wonderful rolling terrain includes woods and 3 ponds. $695,000 f

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A & A Ranch An Equestrian’s Dream, 102-Acre Wisconsin Ranch On the Door Peninsula close to Green Bay shore is this marvelous 102acre gated equestrian estate. The property has wonderful wooded trails for riding, open pastures for grazing, a horse playground for exercise and outdoor training, and indoor and outdoor arenas. The stable includes eight state-of-the-art horse stalls, tack room, washing and grooming stalls, feed room, as well as a comfortable lounge with a kitchen, dining and office areas, bathroom with shower, and laundry. While very comfortable for humans, every detail of the ranch was expertly planned to accommodate the horses in a natural environment. The stalls, with their cushioned rubber flooring, floor drains, and continual fresh water supply, open directly onto the paddock and beyond to the 140 x 80 foot Cover-All enclosed riding arena. The pastures are planted

with a perfect mixture of grasses. A 2-bedroom and 2-bathroom ranch house with a 2-car garage is part of the property. Also included are a heated mechanical and workshop garage and a hay/grain building. A conventional septic system, private well, and underground utilities serve the property. The land is beautiful, rolling, and very private. While the ranch is recognizable from adjoining roads; once on the property, the outside world disappears. Professional landscaping around the central ranch adds to the beauty of the setting. This unique property is a world away from the stresses of everyday living, yet it is just a few minutes drive to the villages of Ephraim, Sister Bay, and Ellison Bay. Most of the furnishings and equipment are included. $2,950,000 f

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Smith Peak Ranch

Sinnamon Meadows

1,447 acres, Portola, Plumas County, California

Bridgeport, California

The Smith Peak Ranch is for sale for the first time in a century! This spectacular property is located just an hour from Reno and 90 minutes from Lake Tahoe. A combination of forested ground, lush meadows, unique rock formations, and bordering a half mile of Grizzly Creek providing excellent trout fishing. This is everything you would expect and imagine in Tahoe area ranch property, and a rare offering as there are very few large acreage alpine ranch properties left in this region. There are no existing improvements on the land. Offered for $3,200,000 f

1,240 acres surrounded by various public lands including National Forest, BLM and Hoover Wilderness. One of the most spectacular properties to become available in the Sierra and close to Yosemite State Park. Featuring meadows, creeks, aspen corridors and access to some of the best alpine trout fishing in the west! Water rights date back to 1870. This property has potential conservation value. Price reduced to $3,750,000. f

La Veta Madre Dude Ranch In the heart of the Sierras, Plumas County, California Approximately 600 alpine acres, 70 miles northwest of Reno, Nevada near Quincy, California. This facility has operated as a guest ranch on and off since the 60’s when Cary Grant used to bring his daughter!

Improvements include a main lodge, guest cabins, dining hall with full commercial kitchen, dance hall/saloon entertainment bldg. with full bar, poker rm, game rm, and live performance stage. There are horse stable, a swimming pool, tack room, corrals, 2 trout ponds and miles of riding trails in the National Forest. The ranch has accommodations for 108 people and is offered for $3,400,000. f

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Placerville, California 340 acres with one mile of the American River located 5 miles from the historic gold mining town of Placerville, California and 2 hours from the Bay Area just up river from one of the biggest gold strikes in American history. There are very few if any private properties left with a mile of the American River. The land consists of fairly steep hillsides on both sides of the river corridor. The property has never been lived on but has power and 2 domestic wells available for several excellent building sites.

Roads have been built to facilitate good access to the property, the river and home sites. The property was approved for reforestation and fire protection and 12,000 trees have been planted. Neighboring hillsides include quality vineyards and world class wineries. La Veta Madre, “The Mother Lode,� offered for sale for $2,225,000 f

Bold Oceanfront Ranch Ferndale, California Nearly 1,000 acres with 1.5 miles of shoreline on the Pacific Ocean, the second farthest point on the continental United States coastline. A private road and two locked gates access unbelievable oceanfront privacy. No highways, no railroad tracks, no power lines, simply pristine rolling meadows, creeks, trees and an “off the grid” sea ranch style cottage. This is a one of a kind offering for $6,500,000. f

Tahoe Ranch Markleeville, California

Doe Run Ranch Mariposa County, California

384 acres just 35 miles from the entrance to Yosemite National Park at Greely Hill, California. In California’s “Gold Country” elevation 3,250 feet. 300 acres are heavily forested with ponderosa pine, sugar pine and incense cedar. The remaining acreage is rolling meadows.

Improvements include several cabins, a classic century old barn and various outbuildings. This unique ranch is close to quaint historical gold mining communities with many activities, shops and restaurants offering a great escape to some of the most desirable alpine ranch land to become available in California. Offered for sale for the first time in 70 years for $1,975,000 f

This unique 630 acre ranch is one of the last family owned Tahoe area ranches. This is a spectacular alpine property that has been in the same family for a century. The land consists of lush mountain meadows, streams, aspen groves, mature timber, borders National Forest and is situated just a half hour from South Lake Tahoe, half hour from 2 major ski areas and 1 hour from Reno/Tahoe International Airport.

This property is accessible year round. The best of the best! Offered for $6,500,000. f

FarWest

R&C Sales/Mgt. Co

California & Nevada

Pete Nevin

Realtor 775-829-2122

Kathy Courtney Realtor 775-829-2122

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Badlands Paradise Aesthetically pleasing ranch in North Dakota The Paasch Ranch is a unique property covering over 10 sq miles of Scenic ND Badlands. This ranch consists of 2362 deeded acres, 960 acres of state lease, and 3200 acres of Forest Service lands with a 200 head grazing permit. The aesthetics of this ranch are phenomenal with several miles of Little Missouri River and the traditional rugged ND Badlands that change with every draw and elevation. The wildlife habit and different species of game makes this property very attractive to the Rancher, Sportman, and Outdoor Enthusiast. A ranch like this seldom comes available in ones lifetime!! $4,450,000. f

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Hunting Haven 484 acres of fine North Dakota property 484 acres of land located in SW North Dakota near Dickinson. This fine property consists of pasture, hay land and Conservation Reserve Program acres. This great parcel has plenty of water with creek and several new stock dams. Excellent hunting opportunities await you plus rental income, invest in your future by purchasing land!! f

Yellowstone River Frontage 405 acre parcel has great hunting and development opportunities Great opportunity to purchase over 1 mile of Yellowstone River frontage, this 405 acre parcel is an excellent location to build a cabin, dream home or use for development. This unique property is home to trophy Mule Deer, Whitetail Deer, Turkey and Pheasant. It will provide excellent fishing, hunting & camping opportunities. Located in Western North Dakota $700.00/acre. f

Tracey E Hoff

LaDuke & Associates R.E. 701-290-4900 cell 701-227-1234

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Sonoita Creek Ranch Tranquil ranch with endless possibilities in Arizona Set in the beautiful foothills of the Santa Rita Mountains in SE Arizona, at a very friendly and sunny 4,500’ elevation lays Sonoita Creek Ranch. The ranch consists of 1,120 acres of Oak and Mesquite covered hills and includes a 150 acre irrigated pasture. The water for this pasture is provided by 588 acre feet of spring fed water (Grandfathered Rights). One half mile of year long creek feeds into two stocked irrigation ponds. Large Sycamore and Willow trees line much of the creek and ponds. If you could ask for more, the property is adjacent on its East boundary to the Coronado National Forest for over 1.5 miles for some of the most beautiful riding/hiking trails with views of the Santa Rita Mountains and surrounding countryside.

The headquarters includes an old, but livable, ranch house, excellent pipe corrals and cattle working facilities, auto watering systems, steel barns and steel sheds. State Highway 82 is the West boundary of the property providing paved access at several points including the headquarters. The Ranch is situated about half-way between Sonoita and Patagonia along Highway 82, about 5 minutes to either community. Tucson is a short 45 minute drive. The entire area is renowned for its natural beauty, bird watching, Mearns Quail, and Trophy Coues (Cooze) Deer Hunting. This is truly an exceptionally beautiful property and the possibilities are endless. Now is the time to make your move to Sonoita Creek Ranch.

Contact: Sam Hubbel, Broker (520) 609-2546 f

Rancho San Cayetano Crown jewel of the Santa Cruz River Valley, AZ Rancho San Cayetano, one of the crown jewels of the beautiful Santa Cruz River Valley, was established in the 1920’s as an exceptional horse/cattle breeding facility. It has a rich history, including famous owners and residents who have enjoyed the area and has been used for filming movies, writing books, and raising prize winning horses and cattle. The present owners have remodeled the large Spanish Colonial home, converting it to year round living. A Ramada surrounds the house, giant Sycamore line the drive way and Cottonwood/Mesquite shade the pastures.

These 148 acres have 2.5 miles of pipe fencing. All the irrigated land has been laser leveled, and a new irrigation system has been added. With pastures adapted to year-round grazing with summer Bermuda to winter Rye. The Ranch is adjacent to the Tumacacori Mission and the Anza Trail, which follows the Santa Cruz River to the quaint village of Tubac (three miles away). I-19 is less than a mile from the ranch’s stately entrance gates on Santa Gertrudis Lane. Grocery shopping and good restaurants are within a 15-minute drive. Priced at $3,450,000.

Contact: Sam Hubbel, Broker (520) 609-2546 f

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Lone Mountain Ranch Ranch offers magnificent views into Mexico and of surrounding Arizona mountain ranges A classic Arizona ranch in the grand tradition of Southeastern Arizona ranching, Lone Mountain Ranch is located approximately 70 miles southeast of Tucson, Arizona. More than 54,000 acres in size, the ranch stretches from an elevation of slightly under 4,800 feet in the Parker Pasture near the floor of the San Rafael Valley to nearly 9,300 feet on the upper slopes of Miller Peak in the Boot Jack Pasture. Its 2,252 acres of private land are gently rolling, and offer magnificent views of Mexico and surrounding Arizona mountain ranges. Joaquin Creek and Bear Creek pass through the property, supporting riparian vegetation that includes ash, cottonwood, sycamore, and black walnut trees. The historic 6,632 square foot ranch house has massively thick adobe walls, 360 degree views, and amazing interior features. Headquarters includes three houses, barn, shop, corrals, and other outbuildings. The ranch includes a 52,159 acre U.S.F.S. grazing permit for 950 head of cattle year-long. LMR is “off the grid,” but has telephone service. $5,500,000 including cattle. Contact: Fred Baker, Broker (520) 455-5834 or (520) 603-3040 f

Vaughn Canyon Ranch Prime grazing land borders Coronado National Forest Beautiful Vaughn Canyon Ranch is located 7.25 miles southeast of Sonoita, Arizona at an elevation of 5,000 feet. Its 320 acres of prime Southeastern Arizona grazing land have remained intact since it was homesteaded. Made up of gently rolling grassland traversed by Vaughn Canyon, a seasonal riparian area, it borders the Coronado National Forest for a distance of one-half mile. The ranch is close to the vineyards and wineries of the SonoitaElgin area, Patagonia Lake State Park, the Nature Conservancy’s Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Sanctuary for birds and other wildlife, the historic ghost towns of the Patagonia area, and the communities of Sonoita, Canelo, Elgin, and Patagonia, Arizona. Improvements include a new combination living quarters/barn, the old Wood Ranch house, the original garage/shop, a new steel arena and 60’ round pen, and new smooth-wire interior pasture division fencing. A versatile piece of property it could be held as an investment, used as a personal residence, further developed as a horse ranch, or it could be subdivided and developed. $2,950,000.

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Castlehawk Medieval-style castle in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia Situated on over 70 acres of North Georgia foothills in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Castlehawk brings to life the majesty and scale of a true medieval castle, yet with all the conveniences and technology of the 21st century! With nearly 12,000 square feet of heated living space, Castlehawk exemplifies fine craftsmanship throughout, from the thick, solid stone exterior to the travertine and Brazilian Cherry flooring, to the exquisite custom wrought iron work seen throughout the home.

Open spaces, soaring ceilings, and extraordinary bold design elements all combine to make Castlehawk truly a one-of-a-kind estate. The combination of an exotic entertainment space, combined with secluded privacy, yet only an hour from the teaming metropolis of Atlanta, truly stands this property apart. The land itself is the outdoor enthusiast’s dream, consisting of rich, wooded, rolling topography, and encompassing

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miles of trails, perfect for horses, ATV’s, mountain biking and more.

With lush bottomland pasture and a three acre stocked lake, the property is amply populated with deer, wild turkey, and even the occasional black bear. Offered by JRV Realty of North Georgia at $2,400,000. f

Elk Lodge at Stone Mill Quality and privacy in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia Situated on over 450 pristine acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Elk Lodge at Stone Mill represents a unique statement of quality and privacy. Originally conceived as a game preserve for a prominent Atlanta businesswoman with a passion for the rescue and rehabilitation of wildlife throughout the world, Elk Lodge itself was added as the ultimate centerpiece. The grounds contain five distinct residences, along with a multitude of barns, outbuildings, and habitats engineered for a variety of uses. Eight wells and power throughout the estate make further development and enhancement of the property a simple matter. In addition, approximately 200 acres are enclosed in a 10 foot game fence. The astounding water features and lakes on the property add to the possibilities for future stewards of this most special property. The centerpiece of the property, Elk Lodge itself, is a singular

statement of quality, scale, and rustic elegance. Featuring broad open spaces, three fireplaces, an elevator to move between the three floors, and the amenities one would expect in a dwelling of this caliber, the lodge is perched near the peak of one of the twin ridges that embrace the property, overlooking the lakes and valley below. Whether for an elegant hunting preserve, a private retreat, future development, or a myriad of other possibilities, Elk Lodge at Stone Mill offers the discerning buyer an unparalleled opportunity, and only an hour from Atlanta. Offered by JRV Realty of North Georgia at $6,000,000. f

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At the Base of Crazy Mountains Hilltop Farm

Productive hay ground and pasture on working ranch

440 acres of working pasture and facilities

1,120 acre working Montana ranch has productive hay ground and pasture. Horse Creek runs through. 2 upgraded ranch homes, steel machine shed, grain bins, cattle facilities and much more. Mineral and water rights will transfer. $4,500,000 f

A long private drive leads to a wonderful 6 bedroom, 5 bath cedar home on 440 Missouri acres. 350 acres are in pasture and the balance is wooded. All fenced and cross fenced with 10 ponds, 5 springs and 3 wells. Oak barn with loft and stalls, 40 x 80 hay barn. Corrals, pens and Priefert chute. $1,200,000 f

Porcupine Hollow

6,750 square foot home with gorgeous views of Mt. Shasta 420 acre California estate with incredible Mt. Shasta views. 6,750 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 3+ baths, Wolf stove, copper hood, triple copper sink and much more. The family room has a floor to ceiling fireplace. 1,500 square foot master wing with fireplace. Garage/ shop with maids quarters. Irrigation lines are included. Furnishings negotiable. $1,590,000 f

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Surrounded by Nature

Plantation home on 1,000 Kentucky acres

1,000 Kentucky acres with a luxury reproduction plantation home with about 6,500 square feet overlooking a 4 acre stocked lake with a swimming dock. Guest house, circa 1770 log cabin reportedly used by Harry Truman’s and Mark Twain’s parents. Totally bordered by state and national forest. Truly and once in a lifetime opportunity. $4,500,000 f

Teal Farm

Indian Creek Ranch

Beautiful Laramie Mountains property

1,300 Wyoming acres in the heart of Laramie Mountains. Backs to US forest service & BLM land. Located in one of the premier elk hunting regions in the US. Trout ponds, numerous springs. Great potential for a conservation easement with 32 lots of record by previous owners. $2,980,000 f

Luxury farmhouse on 540 acres 530 acre forward-looking Vermont farm & ecological preserve seeking to prototype perpetual food, building and energy systems. Includes luxury 8,000 square feet, 1865 renovated/new farmhouse, 12,000 square foot insulated Energy barn, post & beam barn, manager’s home, 10 acres of fruit & nut trees & much more. $15,495,000 f

High Mountain Ranch

Amazing views of Brazos River

Excellent Grass

880 New Mexico acres on the Brazos River has amazing views of the Brazos Cliffs. Fantastic big game hunting and trout fishing right at your fingertips! Secluded and unspoiled yet accessible. $2,300,000 f

For the serious cattleman

1,725 Missouri acres with 1,500 acres of excellent grass, 50 ponds and Limestone Creek runs through. Will currently support 500 cow/calf pairs. 200 acres of scattered timber and shelter. There are no roads running through this which makes it easy to move cattle from pasture to pasture. $3,450,000 f

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Diamond S Ranch Montgomery County, Montgomery, Texas 264 acres of broker’s own ranch close to Lake Conroe and Sam Houston National Forest. The land offers varied topography, wide vistas, good drainage, pleasant balance of pasture and woods, and several bodies of water. May divide minimum 50 acres, neighborly restrictions, reasonably priced. f

Rancho Herradura Montgomery County, Montgomery, Texas 164-acre equestrian estate close to historic Montgomery. 7,300+ square foot two-story brick home offers 5 bedrooms, 6 baths, great room lit by two-story windows, huge island kitchen with adjoining breakfast room, formal dining room, parlor, office, library, and exercise room. One bedroom, one bath quarters above the 3-car garage. Swimming pool with spa and outdoor kitchen. Separate homes for staff. Eight-stall barn, rolling improved pastures with scattered trees, fenced and cross-fenced, loafing sheds and 5 ponds. Gated entry, paved drive flanked by live oaks. You, your family, your friends, and your horses will enjoy country life at Rancho Herradura. Offered at $4,250,000. f

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Kraft Ranch Grimes County, Navasota, Texas 106 rolling acres between Navasota and Plantersville. 4,500 square foot elegant country French home built in 2003, renovated in 2008, offers formal living and dining rooms, den, game room, study, and guest quarters. Tan rustic marble floors, high ceilings, large windows and extensive woodwork. Master suite with bay windows overlooks the lake from downstairs. Two bedrooms and the game room are upstairs. Kitchen has stainless Viking appliances, including 72� fridge, microwave, and gas cook top. County road frontage with 2,800 feet of custom black pipe fencing and automatic gate. There is a recent mobile home for staff quarters, a 40x70 MCI barn, and a two-stall Barnmaster barn with tack room. Three wells provide ample water. Elegant living in a country setting can be yours at Kraft Ranch. Offered at $2,341,000 f

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Arizona High Desert Haven Elegant country estate captures beautiful high desert views This elegant 8 acre country estate is located near the Coronado National Memorial in southeastern Cochise County. This specially designed custom home captures high desert views from every room. The southwest mystique comes alive on this estate and its incomparable vast open space vistas.

Nearby historic Coronado National Memorial is noted for auto touring, hiking, picnicking, spelunking, nature walks, wildlife viewing and world famous bird watching. The Coronado National Memorial is one of the few places in the United States that the Lucifer hummingbird makes summer appearances. Lucky visitors might spy a tribe of coatimundis.

(Coatamundis are warm climate relatives of the raccoon and ringtail cat.)

All of this is right outside your tastefully designed home.

The main custom home has 4,081 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. Pass through the electronic entry gates that wind pass the softly flowing fountain to the 1,200 square foot ramada with its unique, centerpiece lighting. Open the arched double oak doors and enter into the stunning foyer with one of a kind tile rug.

The gourmet kitchen has granite countertops, an island, a glass tile back splash and custom crafted cabinetry. The family room has a gas log fireplace (with glass tile surround) and a state-of-the-art media center (with a separate room for all the electronics).

The master bedroom suite has arched double French doors that lead to the majestic backyard. The master bath has walk-in shower, separate tub, dual-sided master sinks and walk-in closet with his & her rooms.

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The 900 square foot covered patio is perfect for enjoying the mountains, valleys & glorious sunsets. (The guest quarters also has its own private patio.)

Walk through the breeze way to the 944 square foot guest quarters.

The guest quarters has two bedrooms, one bath, a family room and, as above, its own covered patio.

And, the list of custom extras continues: the dining room has spacious seating areas; the office is designed to enhance natural light; the laundry room has double sinks, closet and folding table with cabinets; special set Saltillo tile is located throughout the home; Anderson Sun Tek II Series windows have been installed for style and comfort; there are dual heating & cooling systems in main home; a separate heating & cooling unit has been installed for the guest quarters; on demand hot water heaters are installed in both homes; and, the garage is a large, two car garage with epoxy flooring and a workshop. f

Come and enjoy the remarkable ambiance of the southwest high desert home and close-to-town-but-not-too-close-to-town location. f

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Blanco River Ranch River ranch with wonderful vintners home and guesthouse Blanco County, Blanco, Texas. This Texas Longhorn ranch has almost a mile of frontage on Blanco River, paved county road access and a paved main road. A huge springfed well stocked fishing lake with pier and 8 water wells, one with exceptional water flow of (approximately 500 gpm), give this investment potential. A beautiful California-style Vintners Cottage sits overlooking the lake and has 3 bedrooms, 4 baths, a nice cook’s kitchen/ dining room, gameroom and living room. A 2 bedroom, 2 bath guesthome all nestled around the swimming pool and bar-b-que pavilion. A large 4-car garage with storage and barn round out the package. This place is made for families wanting to get away from it all and live the good life! f

Freestone Creek Ranch 145-acre compound suitable for horses and cultivation Hays County, Dripping Springs, Texas. This incredible Estate Compound is composed of a 6,000 square foot, 4 bedroom, 5 bath home with all the bells and whistles. A 2,300 square foot guesthouse with barn, office and workout room or multi-functional space that could be a recording studio, artists retreat or office. Located just 10 minutes from Dripping Springs and an easy drive to either the San Antonio or Austin Airport. The main home is situated just above beautiful Freestone Creek which flows for about 1,800 feet through the property and the guest house is sited just over the springfed pond. The land is suitable for horses and cultivation as well as hunting and recreation. It is highfenced on three sides and is surrounded by large “showplace” ranches. Owner will consider division of main house and 100 acres to sell separately.

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Nicholson Ranch Location, Location, Location!

Hays County, Dripping Springs, Texas. This is it! The last large undivided parcel in northern Hays County. This ranch offers literally four miles of hills, valleys, jaw dropping views, great hunting opportunities and value for your investment portfolio or recreational hunting ranch. Good tree cover, some fertile production and several tanks with the potential for many large lakes. Located just 30 miles west of Austin and 48 miles from San Antonio. This one is an opportunity that your clients won’t want to miss. f

Pedernales River Ranch This ranch offers the best in location, topography, coastal fields, pastures & improvements Blanco County, Johnson City, Texas. You can search the Hill Country and never be lucky enough to find a ranch like this one. With 3,300 feet of amazing Pedernales River Frontage and nice level building sites, just 40 minutes west of Austin and a few miles East of Johnson City. There is a nice well-kept 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home and a small 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom guest house, a new oversized garage for your toys and two horse barns with pipe fencing. Good interior roads and a good mix of tree cover. Game is plentiful and has both turkey, whitetail and good dove hunting.

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Bison Ranch @ Frio Canyon 2,470 unique acres in Real County, Texas Located just one mile west of Leakey in the ever popular Frio Canyon, the Bison Ranch at Frio Canyon is truly the most unique ranch the Hill Country has to offer. The gorgeous Bison Ranch rock monument and a section of the beautiful Patterson Creek bid you welcome upon entering the property. Driving along the main road, your attention is drawn to the unexpected terrain variations; highlighted by spring-fed canyons filled with incredible hardwoods, large open fields supporting exotic and native game, pecan bottoms, spring fed lakes, and many other incredible features. All this natural beauty is accented by first-class improvements and accommodations, making this the best all-around hunting/recreational ranch on the market. Today’s ranch is the product of many land acquisitions through the years resulting in making this the most beautiful and diverse property available anywhere in the Hill Country.

The first of three distinct terrain features, rarely seen together on a single ranch, comprises the western third of ranch. This portion is made up of 900 acres (+/-) and highlighted by the “divide country” plateau that separates the Frio and Nueces canyons in Real County. This plateau has numerous fertile canyons with travertine lined, spring-fed creeks flowing to the west prong of the (Dry) Frio River valley. Huge Pinion Pines, caves, varieties of hardwoods, unique bluffs and rock formations, Indian mounds and steep tree-lined hills that bring Colorado to mind; it’s all here! And if this isn’t enough, you will regularly see elk, fallow, aoudad, sika, whitetail, hogs and other varieties of game. The sheer beauty of the ranch, the gorgeous views and the incredible sunsets are absolutely breathtaking.

Moving to the middle section of the ranch, huge ridgelines running to the east catch your interest and their peaks define the northern and southern boundaries of the property. Property lines are along or just outside the ridge tops providing the ranch a unique level of privacy from the large neighboring properties. The center of the three ridges offers incredible views below of two of the most awesome hardwood lined valleys anywhere in the Hill Country. The rock formations framing these canyons are incredible and you often see herds of aoudad sheep moving

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along the sheer bluffs. The floors of these canyons offer deep fertile soil, multiple springs, creeks, small waterfalls, ponds, and huge hardwoods; native and exotic game wander continually along the creek bottoms.

The east end of the ridge offers scenic views of the front section of the ranch with the City of Leakey and the Frio Canyon in the distance. At the base of the ridge you find the incredible headquarters of the ranch overlooking hundreds of acres of rolling bottom land, large healthy oaks, a spring fed lake, open fields loaded with free ranging game including buffalo, axis, sika, fallow, blackbuck and whitetail deer. Sycamore lined Cattail Creek continues to flow toward the front of the ranch creating numerous pools of live water. The perfectly sited headquarters features a beautiful custom 6,000+/- square foot main home, 2 bedroom/1 bathroom foreman’s house, excellent pipe working pens, shop, game processing area with walk-in cooler, tractor barn, and other extras. The main home is a 5 bedroom, 5 bath multi-level native limestone masterpiece with standing seam roof, a large open gourmet kitchen with a nice pantry, and a great open floor plan perfectly suited for entertaining beneath the open-trussed, vaulted ceiling. Moving through the home you find an upstairs trophy room/loft/game room, a nice office, large walk-in closets, and utility room. A canopied BBQ area, a large beautiful rock patio complete with fire pit, in-ground spa, 14-foot deep porches that wrap around the home all come together to make outdoor entertaining for a large group easy and enjoyable.

The custom pool allows for tremendous views in all directions. There is a nice spring-fed fishing lake within walking distance of the house to provide hours of entertainment for guests and children. The house has a two vehicle carport with a large concrete parking area. The landscape is studded with large oaks and watered by a sprinkler system. This wellplanned and constructed headquarters integrates perfectly into the ranch’s feel.

The Bison Ranch at Frio Canyon is a one of a kind property and offers the rare opportunity to own a truly spectacular Hill Country Ranch.

(School taxes $5,264.90 / yr. - County Taxes $3,778.03) Great price! $3,219/acre - $7,950,000 f

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Black Dog Ranch A Luxurious Country Estate Lamar County, Texas. This beautiful country estate features 9,000+ square feet of combined living space on 22 acres. No detail has been overlooked ~ from the custom appointments in the main house, such as a professional-grade kitchen with Subzero appliances and granite countertops, to the backyard oasis that rivals a first-class resort with its desert-like landscaping.

Everything you need to make entertaining friends and family a breeze is in one place! www.blackdogranch.ihousenet.com Offered at $2,767,000 f

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Foster Ranch

Recreational Ranch Extraordinaire

Rains County, Texas. A 974 acre high-fenced sportsman’s paradise featuring lush grassland, beautiful oak trees and two and a half miles of river frontage inviting abundant wildlife and providing visitors to this East Texas paradise an experience of a lifetime. The majestic 14,000+ square foot colonial home consists of eight bedrooms and five and onehalf bathrooms. Balconies and porches provide for spectacular views.

The trophy room with its 32-foot ceiling magnificently displays every sportsman’s dream. Located within an easy drive from the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. This is a rare opportunity to own one of East Texas’

finest recreational retreats. Genetically superior deer release in Fall of 2009. This magnificent home comes completely furnished and with ranch equipment. Offered at $8,750,000. f

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Nine Bar East Ranch Equestrian property close to Houston, Texas Waller County, Hempstead, Texas. As you drive along by the four-board fencing you see the beautiful 5,600+ square foot home and you just can’t wait to see more. The beautiful hardwood floors invite you into the home where a cozy living area and fire place beckon. A den with open rafters and 22’ ceilings calls for the big screen and the pool table. Whether entertaining your friends on the covered porches with outdoor kitchen or baking cookies with your kids in the gourmet kitchen, this home has everything. For the horses, a 5-stall barn with area for apartment and abundant storage, covered trailer parking, fenced paddocks and improved pastures make this a wonderful lifestyle property. Less than an hour from Houston. $1,499,000 f

Bessie’s Creek Equestrian property along the creek Fort Bend County, Simonton, Texas. Conveniently located on FM 1489 in the highly desirable area of Simonton. This well manicured 18+/- acres is located beside Bessie’s Creek. Come out and ride your horses along the creek and relax in the shade under one of the many beautiful mature pecan trees that grace its banks. There is a loafing shed for your horses. Water well in place and improved productive hay pastures. $932,500 f

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Diamond Spur Ranch Exceptional horse ranch Grimes County, Anderson, Texas. An exceptional ranch for the consummate horseman on 216 +/- acres! One hour northwest of Houston. As you drive through the gate you will notice the long distance views into the Sam Houston National Forest. The rolling topography and improved pastures with fat cattle greet you. Horses are drinking from the ponds and the miles of pipe fencing showcase an exceptional horse ranch. True horseman’s barns, a covered lighted arena, a 160’ round pen with viewing stands, and many other horse amenities await you. Main home is nestled among large trees, two guest homes, and foreman’s house, trainer’s house. Seriously, if horses are your life-this is your ranch. $3,800,000 f

Grimes County Ranch 50 acres perfect for cattle or horses Grimes County, Navasota, Texas. Enjoy driving through the beautiful mature hardwood trees back to the pond. The barn is ready for your cattle or horses with improved pastures offering quality grazing for your animals. Water and electrical hook-ups are in place. More acreage available. $500,000 f

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Lost Creek Ranch 54,500 Deeded Contiguous Acres in Edwards & Kinney Counties, Texas One of the last big ranches in the Hill Country of Texas, this ranch has been in the same family since the early 1940’s. Untouched and unspoiled, this country harkens to days gone by with open cattle country to heavily timbered canyons and unfettered views of the surrounding hills. Numerous springs pour out of the limestone hills supplying water to the Nueces River, Sycamore Creek, Spring Creek and Lost Creek.

Ancient Indian paintings, caves, historic battlegrounds, early settlers homesteads, large stands of pinyon pines, and huge old growth trees, the Lost Creek Ranch has a world of adventures awaiting a new owner. Lost Creek Ranch is approximately 14 miles long by 7 miles wide and has nearly 12 miles of newly constructed crushed base road running from the front of the ranch almost to the back. This ranch has had extremely limited hunting on it for the past 40 years and is teaming with native wildlife and a fair number of exotics such as Axis deer, Aoudad sheep,

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Black Buck antelope, and Fallow deer. Truly a sportsman’s paradise with high hills, bluffs, deep canyons and brush covered plains, you can walk all day and never come to your boundary fence. This unique ranch is steeped in history, from the ancient Indians who lived here for thousands of years to the massacre of early German settlers to the hay day of Texas cattle drives, you cannot step foot on this ranch without being engrossed in its beauty, solitude and splendor. f

Tularosa Ranch 2,693 acre ranch in Kinney County, Texas Once a permanent Comanche campsite, the Tularosa abounds with free ranging Whitetail, Axis deer, Aoudad rams, hogs, turkey and dove. Two wells with miles of piping and a spring fed creek provide year around water. The main house is built of rock and the property includes a cabin, large enclosed barn, well-outfitted lodge and recreation center with a walk-in cooler and smokehouse. Fourteen hunting blinds are easily accessed by improved crushed rock roads that wind through a large pecan grove in the valley on up to pinyon pine topped hills. The Tularosa is a hunter’s paradise and one of the best live water ranches in Kinney County. Owner financing available. $4,383,300 f

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250 Acres in Erath County,Texas Offers so many amenities. Must see it to grasp the beauty!

Erath County, Mingus, Texas. This property features an approximate 1,000 square foot cabin with a wrap around porch and several outbuildings. New roads have been built along fence lines and throughout the property. Approximately half of the property is mountain terrain at a 100 foot elevation change and about 2/3 of the property is dense in trees. Other features include a 15-20 acre lake, wildlife, and rural water supply. $1,062,500 or $4,250/acre. f

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Lucky H Ranch Recreational and hunting land with exceptional improvements Erath County, Morgan Mill, Texas. This 1,190+/- acre ranch incorporates many great improvements which include a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home, in-ground pool, very nice metal building, 4-stall horse barn, tack room, barn with a shop, 5 windmills and 17 stock tanks. The ranch has coastal fields scattered with post oak trees to heavily wooded areas for great hunting. Several of the stock tanks are stocked with bass for great fishing. New roads have been built throughout the ranch. This is a very well located property that is one hour West of Fort Worth, Texas.

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6J Moore Ranch Beautiful working ranch with 10-acre lake and historic home The ranch is 480 acres, about seven miles west of Huntsville, Texas and one hour north of Houston, with one mile of paved road frontage on Bowden Road. The historic centerpiece of this ranching operation is the three-story main home. This gorgeous home is located on top of the most beautiful hill on the ranch, overlooking a 10-acre lake.

This grand home with 8,700 square feet was built in the Colonial Revival style and was constructed in 1913 in Huntsville by Col. A. T. McKinney. The home was moved in 1984 from downtown Huntsville and extensively restored to reflect its history. This majestic home with its wide galleries and tall columns earned the Huntsville Board of Realtor’s Community Revitalization Award in 1987.f

Muddy Bluff Ranch

Bleiblerville, Austin County, Texas

The Haynie-Embry House, a Texas Historical Home, was built in Brenham, Texas, in 1899, then moved to Bleiblerville and restored in 1975. Its current owner has spent the last few years dismantling the home to its framing, restoring its original interior, adding a state-of-theart kitchen and a comfortable family wing. Located on 88 acres, this Victorian Beauty’s exterior simulates the home’s original cedar shake clapboard siding and stone accents highlight the added wing. The home boasts 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, five fireplaces, 25’ vaulted beamed ceiling, an elk chandelier and three-zone heating and cooling. First and second story porches overlook the property’s 2+ acre lake and a wraparound porch on the back of the home allows enjoyment of the breezes, wildlife and views of wooded Rocky Branch meandering through the property. A 4-car garage with full bath and workshop is attached to a 3-stall barn. f

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Huckleberry Ranch Offers so many amenities. Must see it to grasp the beauty!

About 6 miles west of Bellville, Texas on Sycamore Crossing Road, Huckleberry Ranch has been hand-shaped into a manicured showplace.

Situated on 13+ acres, the stunning 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath Austin Stone home has been spared no detail. The great room is built of cypress and offers a 16-foot cypress cathedral ceiling with exposed cedar beams. A custom Austin Stone wood-burning fireplace complements the room.

The spacious island kitchen boasts granite countertops throughout and custom pine cabinets. Natural light warms the entire house through transoms above the doors and many windows. Behind the house and just off the large covered porch is a sparkling 2 acre pond with a pier, perfectly designed for relaxing and offering an eating area at the pier’s end. Near the back of the property is a large metal barn with three overhead doors and second story storage area. f

A unique property within 10 minutes of Groesbeck

Texas Cross Ranch

With 695 acres of gently rolling hills, improved pastures, eight ponds and unlimited views, this property boasts a remarkable 3 bedroom, 3-1/2 bath brick home situated on top of the ranch’s highest hill overlooking a two acre lake. A brick-paver porch wraps the front of the home and is accessible from several rooms. Careful planning and attention to detail are evident throughout the home from the grand family room with a massive brick fireplace, beamed cathedral ceiling and arched blocked paneling to the beautiful and functional island kitchen with granite countertops and red oak cabinetry. The quiet haven of the master suite and guest wing, with its own covered back, porch allow for privacy for the owners and their guests. Featuring a large hay barn, a tack room with available area for future living quarters, over a mile of road frontage on FM 2489 and County Road 632, and scattered trees. f

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Star P Ranch

This 80+ acres is located about 5 miles north of Bellville, Texas, and is bordered on the south by Piney Creek, one of Austin County’s yearround flowing creeks. It is about 40 percent wooded with walking or riding trails and is blessed with wildlife galore! Sitting atop a high hill overlooking a 5 acre lake to the front and the rolling, wooded hills to the back, sits a 4 bedroom 2.5 bath custom country home with spacious front and back porches. The island kitchen offers every imaginable feature including a six burner Viking range nestled in the stunning Austin Stone alcove, granite countertops and a breakfast bar with seating for six. An open floor plan design allows the formal living and dining areas and the kitchen to be separated only by Austin Stone columns. f

1 bath home is perfectly preserved. An exterior stair case from the front porch leads upstairs to 2 bedrooms and space for an office. A spacious deck behind the house overlooks the vast Mill Creek bottom and offers a peaceful opportunity to watch wildlife and weather cross the property.

Convenient to the main house is a historic log cabin replica, perfect for the kids’ playhouse! It has several nice hay meadows with improved grasses on sandy soil, but has been mostly undeveloped and remains in its natural state. f

Two Bear Farm Historic log cabin overlooking Mill Creek bottom A 250 acre property in Industry, Texas, with great fishing, duck and deer hunting, plenty of large trees, a spacious guest house and one of the best examples of Texas Ranch House architecture in the area. This 3 bedroom

Bill Johnson Real Estate Company 420 East Main Street Bellville, TX 979-865-5969 281-463-3791 www.bjre.com

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Soldier Mountain Ranch California fly-fishing and waterfowl retreat For the outdoorsman who seeks the ultimate California fly-fishing and waterfowl retreat, look no further than the Soldier Mountain Ranch in Fall River Mills. Hidden along the banks of the upper Fall River, this 120-acre ranch has a coveted mile of frontage on one of California’s most famous spring fed trout rivers. In addition to its nationally renowned waters, this ranch offers an array of waterfowl and upland bird hunting on restored wetlands and grasslands designed by the California Waterfowl Association. Trout, mallard, wood duck, geese, quail, dove, and deer have been successfully and responsibly harvested from this ranch.

In an area known for its pristine wilderness, pure waters and privacy; it is rare for large a riverfront ranch to become available. Steelhead Capital has never seen a property that matches this caliber of fly-fishing and bird hunting on a single California riverfront ranch. The Soldier Mountain Ranch is truly a unique property and is being offered for $2,950,000 f

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Property Highlights Include: f Private Fly Fishing and Waterfowl Haven f Approximately 1 Mile of River Frontage at the Headwaters of the Fall River f Wade Fish the Head Waters of Fall River out your Back Door f Restored Wetlands & Upland Hunting Grounds f Trout, Mallard, Wood Duck, Geese, Quail, Dove, & Deer all harvested from this Ranch f Close Proximity to Pit River, Hat Creek, Upper McCloud, Upper & Lower Sac and Burney Falls f Functional 4,000 square foot home with Views of Mt. Shasta & Solider Mountain

Oat Valley Ranch Ultimate ranching and upland hunting destination

Property Highlights Include:

Situated in a peaceful valley in the Dunnigan Hills, the 283± acre Oat Valley Ranch offers the ultimate ranching and upland hunting destination. Just over an hour north east of the San Francisco Bay Area, the almost 300 acres of land are currently being utilized for almond production, seasonal cattle grazing, and recreational hunting of the riparian areas and spectacular undulating native grass hillsides.

Extensive and modern improvements include an environmentally friendly and energy efficient main residence, a guest home that is currently being used as a business office, a shop with separate caretaker’s quarters and a 60’ x 64’ hay barn with 12’ overhangs, and a horse stall with paddock area. Bordered by the 1,300 acre RH Phillips vineyard and other large private ranch holdings, this property offers the ultimate in privacy and seclusion.

The Oat Valley Ranch is the perfect opportunity for the gentleman rancher that is looking for a true plug and play operation or, for the more discriminating buyer looking to create a personalized ranching or hunting environment.

With multiple buildable parcels unencumbered by conservation easements, the investment value is outstanding and the recreational potential immeasurable. This ranch estate is being offered for $3,175,000 f

f Close Proximity to San Francisco-Bay Area f Income Producing - 1031 Exchange Opportunity f Olive Orchard and Vineyard Potential Private Hunting Oasis Environmentally Friendly Straw-Bale Constructed Home Endless Equestrian Possibilities Small Commercial Cattle Business; includes Corrals, Modern Gates & Handling Equipment f Additional Neighboring Land Available for Lease to Expand Hunting & Grazing f f f f

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Graham Lake Distressed sale of coastal lake property in the legendary Acadia/Bar Harbor Maine region An environmental treasure and investment opportunity. Two miles on 14 mile natural, pristine Graham Lake. Two miles of shore, two miles of paved road, and fully approved, though not developed, 120 lot subdivision. This breathtaking lake lies under the backdrop of surrounding hills and mountains with the ocean and famous Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor nearby. Beaches, forest, wildlife, ducks,

and eagles create natures own living show. Conveniently located between the small metropolitan city of Bangor and world renown coastal destinations, and home, to many of the rich and famous. This quiet, private and undisturbed oasis is one of those rare opportunities someone will be glad they had for years to come; whether financially or for the 1,000 acres of enchanting privacy, solitude and tranquility. $2,999,900. f

Coastal Historic Riverside 118 acre farmland in coastal Maine Intriguing history & masterfully preserved charm in a tranquil, private & beautiful riverside setting.

One of the original majestic homesteads perched to overlook, fields, river, wild/domestic animals & birds. Originally built by a prominent French Houdelette family that wisely choose one of the most suitable properties for views, location, beauty, river frontage, timber, soils and fields. Six fireplaces, herb/garden shed, attached barn, heated workshop, wild berries, and more. The new open steel beamed barn is state of the art with commercial scales, feeders, grain storage silo, office, gravity feed watering system, grazing paddocks and much more. It has accommodated bison, but could easily accommodate lamas, horses, or other large farm animals. The river gives access, by boat, to the Atlantic Ocean. $1,250,000 f

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Wild Kingdom Unique coastal region offering 6,500+/- acres of wildlife in Maine Nearly 7,000 acres with an amazing amphitheater of native wildlife including moose, black bear, bobcat, coyote, trophy white tails and more.

Interior roads, heated tree cabins for viewing or hunting stations, numerous supplemental food plots, and quality game management has created healthy and robust world class game, yet never professionally hunted. This quintessential property could not be more perfect as it’s located within a half hour of legendary Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. A truly unique and rare land piece ideal for a land banking investment, private park, safari club, etc. f

Patten Pond Coastal Maine, Auction Price for Liquidation Just listed at nearly half of previous rejected offers. New, urgent, situation makes seller’s motivation an investment opportunity. 830 acres, 2,000 of lakefront, beaches, views, interior roads and gated access.

Between Bangor and the Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park region. $1,600,000. f

Carolyn Fish REMAX Advantage 207-942-8100 ext. 101 carolynfish@remax.net 207-944-8455 Cell

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Oat Hills Ranch Working cattle ranch in Browns Valley Welcome to Oat Hills Ranch… Oat Hills is a working cattle ranch in Browns Valley just 10 minutes from Quail Valley Ranch. With views of the Sutter Buttes and the California Coastal Range, lush meadows, incredible rock formations, ponds, and year-round creeks and streams, the vistas on this ranch are nothing short of spectacular.

The ranch consists of approximately 735 acres with parcels ranging in size from 20 acres to 89.3 acres. With 4 homes and a guesthouse, it is suitable for a corporate retreat or permanent residence. It is appropriately equipped for your cattle and equestrian needs. There are stables, a tack room, arena, round pen, corrals, maintenance compound, and several other outbuildings on the property. The adjoining 200 acres may be purchased separately.

Enjoy fishing in the stocked pond and the year-round creek, or just enjoy the peace and quiet of it all. There are miles of equestrian trails with breathtaking views and plenty of watering holes for your horses.

Oat Hills Ranch is surrounded by protected wildlife reserves with blacktail deer and lots of quail. This is a very desirable area for olives, vineyards, upscale equestrian estates, and cattle ranches. This is your chance to own a piece of California gold! Come Experience Oat Hills Ranch… You’ll be glad you did!! $3,900,000. Seller financing available. f

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Quail Valley Ranch Quiet pastoral setting in Loma Rica, California This majestic property, with 1,400 contiguous acres, has breathtaking views of the Sierra Foothills, Sutter Buttes, and the California Coastal Range.

Quail Valley Ranch has a myriad of unique and valuable natural and scenic resources including undeveloped oak woodland, fish and wildlife habitat, and historic and archeological sites. This is a migration trail for blacktail deer which can be seen wandering the property throughout the year. Quail Valley is conveniently located within minutes of the Gold Rush towns of Grass Valley, Nevada City, Penn Valley, and Auburn.

There is a 56.81 acre piece on the ranch with a 3 bedroom main home, guest house, studio, barn, stall, stocked pond, lush meadows, and yearround streams. Honcut Creek runs through the northernmost portion of the parcel. This is a very desirable area for olive orchards and vineyards.

It is surrounded by thousands of acres of protected willife reserves.

Smaller parcels are available ranging in size from 5.39 acres to 65 acres.

There are options for purchasing 1,200 acres of vast open space split into 3 parcels at $3,750 per acre. Call agent for pricing or download map with prices at www.QuailValleyRanch.us.

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Longwood Farm Perfect balance of equestrian amenities and Southern living Encompassing 120 +/- acres of rolling pastures, the farm consists of three international competition rings, a training level cross country course, covered arena and a long gallop over four miles long following the perimeter of the farm. There are three barns with sixty stalls and eighteen paddocks. Owner’s residence plus guest home with private entrance. The farm was designed with the three-day event equestrian in mind; however, Longwood is suitable for any discipline. $9,500,000. f

Lake Carter Estate

95+ acres of elegant living in Ocala, Florida Meadows, Live Oaks and water vistas welcome you home to this unique 9,500 square foot estate. Entry foyer opens to an “elegant casual” living room, formal dining room and your eyes are drawn to the beauty of the outdoors. Magnificent owners’ wing with office and master suite. Built with entertaining in mind, imagine having your own game room complete with card table, billiards table, plus step-up beverage bar . Natural rock waterfall cascading into the outside lighted swimming stream. Night views are incredible!! $6,900,000. f

Foxtrotter Estate 86+/- acre estate provides trails and luxurious residence Luxurious 86 +/- acre estate nestled up the to the Florida Greenways and the Florida Horse Park which provides miles of canopy trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding in Ocala, Florida. Main residence features: expansive master suite, 5 large suites, spacious chef’s gathering kitchen.

Enjoy warm days in the vast indoor/outdoor jungle themed water center, 25-passenger diesel train, carousel, and rock-climbing tower. Amenities of the farm include: professional sized covered, lighted, riding arena, training arena, 4 barns, European hot walkers, ranch office, employee housing and pool. $6,250,000. An additional 174 +/- acres are also available. f

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Padua Stables Thoroughbred horse farm in Ocala, Florida Padua farm consists of 769 +/- acres. Amenities of the farm include: ≤ mile dirt track, a 1 mile turf track, eleven barns with a total of 202 stalls, covered hot walkers, round pens, Manager’s residence, 13 residences for staff, dormitory, Owner’s residence, pool, spa and boat dock with lift, guest residence, executive offices, 3 metal maintenance buildings, 3 greenhouses, four decorative gated entries, and extensive site improvements. $35,000,000. f

Rabbit Hill Equine Ultimate French Paradise provincial estate with equine facilities

Gentleman’s Estate Elegant living on 66 acres This exquisite 6,200 +/- square foot residence is designed for casual, yet elegant living and is only the beginning of this 66-acre estate. A show stable features an office, apartment, entertainment and viewing rooms, laboratory, air-conditioned tack room and a breeding shed, custom stall doors and stained glass windows. Lush paddocks for horses, cattle of use of your choice. $8,995,000. f

Professionally sculpted and architecturally designed main residence sits on 150 private acres. Equine facilities are located on 172 acres and feature an extravagant duplex with porte chochere and central entry foyer leading to 2 offices and 2 elegant - 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath homes which could be used for manager’s or guest homes. Main office with porte chochere features reception area, kitchen break room, private office with hall connecting to a center aisle 17-stall barn, covered free walker, aqua treadmill and overlooking lush paddocks. Mare barn features 15 stalls, bathing stall, office and break room. Isolation barn features 12 stalls, office, and feed room. Another special amenity of is the 250 acres of natural prairie suitable for a cattle operation, habitat for birds, or the use of your choice. f

Joan Pletcher, Realtor Ocala, Florida 34480 352 347-1777 352 804-8989 joanpletcher@aol.com www.joanpletcher.com Vol. I, No.2

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