The 346 +/- acre Rogers Mill Ranch in southern Coryell County is the best creek property I have seen come on the market. The +/- 1/2 mile of Cowhouse Creek at this location is absolutely awesome. Even in the drought we have endured for the last 3 years the creek holds a tremendous amount of water. The creek is lined with huge limestone ledges and stretches almost 100 yards from bank to bank with solid limestone bottom and deep holes of water for the perfect swimming hole and great fishing.
The terrain on this ranch ranges from flat fertile creek bottoms to high rugged hilltops with views stretching for miles. There are many areas with thick brush and rough canyons or draws and a huge water fall when it rains. There is an old rock fence that stretches through the ranch for almost a mile. The old Rogers home site is still partially intact with rock pens and pillars still in place. T...
The terrain on this ranch ranges from flat fertile creek bottoms to high rugged hilltops with views stretching for miles. There are many areas with thick brush and rough canyons or draws and a huge water fall when it rains. There is an old rock fence that stretches through the ranch for almost a mile. The old Rogers home site is still partially intact with rock pens and pillars still in place. The ranch has been selectively cleared of brush and planted in Alamo Switch Grass, Old World Bluestem and Kline grass providing thick grass cover for wildlife habitat or livestock grazing. The bottom land has cultivated areas that can be planted in various crops for wildlife or livestock feed.
This ranch is very private and is surrounded by very large ranches that receive very light hunting pressure. It is accessed in two areas with private, well maintained roads with no local traffic going through or around it. It is truly a recreational paradise almost hidden from the outside world.
The ranch has been modestly improved to provide lodging and comfort without creating a huge maintenance or tax burden. There is a charming little farm house that is about 1500 sq. ft. that has been tastefully remodeled with modern amenities and appliances. The main lodging is inside a huge 50x150 metal barn. The living area consists of about 2000 sq. ft. with a large master suite with a large walk-in closet, huge living and entertainment area, kitchen and utility room and bath room. This area is extremely nice with very unique and rustic features and an attached 1000 sq. ft. carport. The barn also has 1000 sq. ft. enclosed area with cement floor and sliding doors. Attached to this is a 50x100 ft. equipment shed with separated bays that open to the east. There is another bathroom inside one of the bays. There is also a quaint little cabin on the other end of the ranch that has 2 bedrooms, kitchen/dinning/living and 1 bath. Also at this location is a small bunk house with two beds, washer and dryer , utility sink, air conditioning and an attached storage facility that is about 8x12. The water line supplying this cabin with water comes through the neighbors property.
The cabin sits on the banks of the creek and provides a great place to escape. In the creek below the cabin is a huge slab of rock where the old Rogers Mill operated. The owners have a painting of the original mill and one of the wheels from the old mill. All three dwellings are serviced with Multicounty water and Hamilton County Electric service. The perimeter of the ranch is fenced. About half of the fencing is almost new and the remaining half is in fair condition.
The ranch has unbelievable wildlife habitat and supports a huge Whitetail deer and Rio Grande Turkey population. The creek provides year round recreation with outstanding fishing, swimming and wadding. The ranch also supports other wildlife such as hogs, dove, ducks, squirrels and various varmints and birds. Other recreational opportunities exist for the explorer, bird watcher, artifact hunter, hiker, horse back rider and ATV adventurer.
This is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity to own one of the prettiest and most diverse recreational ranches in Central Texas..
The property is approximately 13 miles from Gatesville and 17 miles from Copperas Cove. Please contact broker to make an appointment to view this awesome ranch.