Just 7 miles up the Willow City Loop lies the charming community of Willow City, characterized by its rustic charm and historical landmarks. Here, you'll find essential facilities like a feed store, fire station, and a cherished piece of local history in the form of the Willow City Church. The heart of the community resides in this beloved institution reflecting the area's deep-rooted traditions.

This region of the Texas Hill Country remains largely untouched by commercial development, preserving its natural beauty and attracting those who appreciate the serenity and grandeur of large ranches and gentleman's estates. Willow Ridge Ranch stands as a testament to this pristine environment, offering a unique blend of tranquility, natural beauty, and accessibility to nearby urban centers and local treasures.

WATER:

Upon passing through the automatic gated entrance of Willow Ridge Ranch, your journey begins with a serene meander across a concrete crossing over Coal Creek. This creek spans a drainage area of 30,000 acres, ensuring a consistent water supply for both wildlife and livestock year-round. It's not just functional; it also offers the excitement of catching wild bass with a fly, adding a recreational dimension to the ranch's natural offerings. The creeks on the property total nearly 10,000 linear feet, featuring two distinct areas with springs. One of these springs flows continuously throughout the year, particularly noted just below granite waterfalls, as shared by the Seller who has owned the ranch for over 5 years. This reliable groundwater source enhances the ranch's appeal and sustainability.

Situated between higher elevations and bottom lands, there's a charming 2.5-acre lake gracing the landscape. Complete with a spacious dock, it invites activities such as fishing, swimming, or launching a kayak or canoe, offering moments of leisure and connection with nature. Willow Ridge Ranch thus presents a blend of practicality and natural beauty, underscored by dependable water resources, recreational opportunities, and a setting that celebrates the essence of Texas Hill Country living.

TERRAIN & IMPROVEMENTS:

Upon crossing the creek at the main entrance of Willow Ridge Ranch, you'll find yourself passing through an area improved with Coastal Bermuda grass. As you crest a small hill (referred to humorously as a "Mountain" in West Texas), you're greeted with a breathtaking view into the heart of the property. Here, a 20-acre field unfolds, half of it planted with Coastal Bermuda and the other half thickly sown with oats, all nestled amidst century-old Live Oak trees. This picturesque setting becomes a haven during cold winter nights, often attracting more than 50 deer to graze on the oats.

In the distance, the new German-style home built by Timber & Stone Custom Homes of Fredericksburg, TX, commands attention. Nestled within an Oak grove alongside the creek, it boasts a backdrop of granite formations and offers stunning views of a nearby granite hill across the coastal field. The home itself blends German and contemporary architectural styles seamlessly, featuring smooth stucco finishes, gas porch lanterns, and durable, long-lasting materials.

Surrounded by Live Oak, Post Oak, and a few Pecan trees, the ranch has been thoughtfully cleared of Cedar, striking a balance between high hills and fertile bottom lands with sandy soils. The topography varies dramatically, with approximately 170 feet of elevation change from the creek bottoms to the granite hilltops. This creates dramatic vistas of the rugged Coal Creek Valley and its surrounding mountains, including Twin Knobs, Bee Rock Mountain, and Cedar Mountain.

Inside the modern home, designed with an open floor plan, white oak flooring extends through the family room, kitchen, and dining area. Leathered honed countertops in the kitchen add a touch of modern elegance to the German-inspired aesthetic. The main floor includes a primary bedroom and bath, along with a convenient powder bath off the family room and kitchen. A spacious laundry room with ample storage completes the main level.

Upstairs, a generous game room and two bedrooms connected by a jack & jill bathroom provide additional living space. Every window offers stunning views, making the home a perfect vantage point for appreciating the natural beauty that surrounds it. For chilly evenings, a propane fireplace in the family room provides cozy warmth with the touch of a button.

Nearby, a 4,000 square foot metal barn houses a comfortable guest quarter. This versatile space includes a cozy foyer/mudroom, a full bathroom, a complete kitchen, and bunk beds for additional accommodations. The barn also features a spacious workshop area, a two-door garage for vehicles, and a covered space ideal for cleaning game, all nestled amidst towering Post Oaks and bordered by the granite-lined Southern Branch Coal Creek.

Willow Ridge Ranch exemplifies the harmonious blend of natural beauty, thoughtful design, and functional amenities that define the Texas Hill Country lifestyle, offering both a retreat and a sanctuary amid its scenic surroundings.

WILDLIFE:

Plenty of turkey are seen in the Spring, Summer, and Fall along with the occasional stray exotic including Elk, Axis, and Aoudad roaming through the ranch from time to time. With the wooded brush left for wildlife habitat and the abundance of natural water, the avid hunter will find an array of whitetail deer and other varmints on the ranch as well.

SUMMARY:

This ranch has an incredible diversity with a huge uninterrupted WOW factor thats becoming more rare to find in the Texas Hill Country! From springs to creeks, to granite hills with massive forever views, amazing lake, huge Oak trees and great usable soils. Currently maintaining a tax savings ag- exemption is just one of the many benefits to investing in a property of this substance.

The neighboring ranches are large at 200, 900, 1100, and 2500 acres. No RV camps or tiny home developments in the area. WILLOW RIDGE RANCH is move-in ready for the entire family to start using right away with the home and barn or build a new main home right on the spring fed creek nestled in massive Oaks and Pecans, using the existing home as a guest house. The possibilities are endless.

WILLOW RIDGE RANCH is really something to be proud to own.

Ranch Highlights

*344+/- Acres in one of the most coveted areas of the Texas Hill Country

*Wells: 100, 5, 7 GPM

*4,000 square foot metal barn under roof, with bunkroom, kitchen, and bath

*Paved frontage on Willow City Loop

*Established Gillespie County easement across creek with concrete crossing

*9,000 feet of Coal Creek

*Many huge and healthy Oak trees throughout ranch

*170 feet of elevation change with massive 360 degree views all around ranch

*Two year old, 3 bd/2.5 ba house built by Timber & Stone Custom Homes

*One protein feeding station

*3 corn feeder setups

*Established food plots

*10 acres of Coast Bermuda

*Neighboring properties are 26, 200, 900, and 2500 acres which is nice for privacy

*Phenomenal blankets of bluebonnets and other wildflowers in the Spring

FINANCIALS:

Seller will convey all owned minerals, blinds, and feeders. Home furnishings are negotiable outside of the sale of the real estate. Herd of Bison are negotiable.

Michele "Mitch" Smith | Listing Broker

Cell: 325.347.4702

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