218 Acres in Blanco, TX - $2,500,000

Blanco River Ranch: +/-218 unrestricted acres nestled in the heart of Hill Country with +/-1119 feet of clear, deep Blanco River Frontage, just 2 miles from the historic Blanco Courthouse. A park-like waterfront setting boasts a gradual slope of sandy-loam down to the glistening river for ease of access and optimal enjoyment beneath towering shade trees and 3 iconic rocked terraces on the eastern portion of the frontage encircling massive heritage oaks, preserved windmill, cistern, and hand dug rocked well. The caliche road winds past an orchard of established pecan trees to a private 3 bedroom, 3 bath ranch house is full of potential. +/- 60 acres of rich, fertile pastoral land lies between 3 cross fences lined with live oaks. A tremendous build-site awaits on bluff at +/- 1450 above sea level showcasing a stunning 360 degree view of Hill Country. Just beyond the beginning of a +/- 2 ac pond is +/-35 ac of native wooded land creating excellent cover for whitetail, axis, and flocks of wild turkey and dove. Approximately 80 secluded acres off to the SE of the ranch illustrate the true beauty of Hill Country with soaring views, oak groves, and seasonal creek. This offering is a special diamond in the rough and ready for a new steward to make it sparkle and shine.

WATER: Rarely available for private ownership, +/-1119 of live, lime-stone bottom water to the center of the mighty Blanco River. Shady sycamore trees line the cleared banks of this sparkling spring fed river, creating an ideal atmosphere for recreational activities such swimming, fishing, kayaking, or simply floating in a tube.

VIEWS: Arguably one of the most profound features of the property are the panoramic, long range vistas of the Blanco River Valley and beyond. Unobstructed and unparalleled, these rolling Hill Country views are extraordinary especially during sunrise and sunset.

LOCATON: In the heart of Hill Country, less than 2 miles west of the Courthouse in the charming town of Blanco, easily accessed from the paved RR 1623. Approximately 1 hour to Austin or San Antonio, 35 minutes to Fredericksburg, 20 minutes to Wimberley. 4 hours from Houston or Dallas. Close to dining, shopping, dance halls, wineries, and distilleries.

SURFACE: The property bodes well for livestock and horses. Mature Oaks, Pecan, Sycamore, and Mesquite adorn the property with nutrient rich soils and good native grasses. Most of the cedar has been cleared however some brush remains. Ideal combination of riverfront, pasture and elevated wooded acreage. An agricultural exemption is currently in place. All owned mineral rights convey.

IMPROVEMENTS: 3 bedroom, 3 bath ranch-style house with an attached 2 car garage has great bones and additional finished out storage above. Charming interior features include 2 rock walls each with their own wood burning fireplace. Caliche and dirt roads traverse the property. There are multiple wells throughout the property and electricity extends to the main home site. The perimeter is fenced with some cross fencing.

WILDLIFE: Abundant Whitetail, Axis Deer, and wild turkey roam freely. Egret and Blue Heron can often be found soaring over the river which is home to bass, trout, catfish and perch.

TOPOGRAPHY: Elevations range from approximately 1300' at the Blanco River and gradually increase to over 1500' above sea level, gently sloped for optimal land use and exceptional views at nearly every elevation.

SUMMARY: Incorporating all the best that Hill Country has to offer and free of restrictions, this iconic River Ranch is the perfect opportunity to invest a little sweat equity into creating a stunning legacy ranch.

+/-138ac of the +/-218ac offering may be available for purchase

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