OVERVIEW
Live Oak Ridge lies in the quiet, scenic terrain of central Gillespie County, 6.2 miles west northwest of Fredericksburg along the west side of Loudon Rd. The defining feature of this ranch is Live Oak Creek, which runs for 1,425 or 0.27 miles west-east and forms the southern boundary of the property. True live water on a tract this size so close to Fredericksburg is indeed rare.
The property also features 11-acres of open pasture, surrounded by elevated ground with scattered Live oaks that overlook the field and Live Oak Creek. There is an additional 40-acres available that sits adjacent to this property to the south.
LOCATION & ACCESS
Charming Fredericksburg (great restaurants, music venues, shopping, hospital, supplies) is an easy 10-minute drive from the property. Central Austin is a 1-hour, 50-minute drive via US-290 and San Antonio is 1-hour, 30-minute drive via US-87 ...
Charming Fredericksburg (great restaurants, music venues, shopping, hospital, supplies) is an easy 10-minute drive from the property. Central Austin is a 1-hour, 50-minute drive via US-290 and San Antonio is 1-hour, 30-minute drive via US-87 and I-10. The property has 2,075 or 0.39 miles of frontage along the west line of Loudon Rd.
WATER
Live Oak Creek
Live Oak Creek, which eventually flows into the Pedernales River, runs for approximately 1,425 or 0.27 miles west-east and forms the southern boundary of the property. With live, clear flowing water and towering mature trees along the banks, this is a very unique offering in such close proximity to Fredericksburg.
LAND & WILDLIFE
This property features an 11-ac open pasture, which is surrounded by a horseshoe-shaped ridge dotted with Live oak. With deeper soils, the pasture on this part of the property would be well-suited for horses, other livestock, or cultivation. Scenic views to the west and north are excellent. The elevation ranges from a low of 1,752 along the creek to 1,815 along the ridges. The landowners are conservation-minded and have been excellent land stewards throughout their ownership. With only light grazing and hunting pressure, the property hosts robust numbers of White-tailed deer, Rio Grande turkey, and Mourning dove. Axis deer do travel through the property on occasion.
IMPROVEMENTS
Power, Ranch Roads, & Fencing
Power provided by Central Texas Electric Co-op (CTEC) has been extended into the property near the south boundary. Access throughout the property is good and is provided by a series of typical ranch roads. The west and north boundaries are low fenced and are in good condition.
SUMMARY
Live Oak Ridge is a scenic, private live water property with outstanding views of the Texas Hill Country that has been impeccably managed. With its natural beauty, mature tree cover, varied topography, and nearby location relative to Fredericksburg, this property offers an authentic Hill Country land experience that anyone would enjoy. There is an additional 40-acres available that sits adjacent to this property to the south.
From Fredericksburg, take US-290 west for 4.5 miles. Turn north on Loudon Rd. and travel 1.7 miles. Property is on the west side of the road, after crossing Live Oak Creek.