Thornton Ranch Sales
Leonard F. (LEN) Thornton
Broker, REALTOR®
1501 Isaac Creek Circle
New Braunfels, TX 78132
Phone: (210) 656-1955
Fax: (800) 371-8486




HUNTING-RANCHING RECREATION RANCH

(Deer, Turkey, Quail, Dove, Fish, Lakes, Hdq. Complex & Airstrip)
559 ACRES
McCULLOCH COUNTY, TEXAS

LOCATION: Located 12 miles northwest of Richland Springs; or 19 miles northeast of Brady which is the County Seat; or 26 miles northwest of San Saba; or 110 miles northwest of Austin; or 135 miles north northwest of San Antonio; or 170 miles southwest of Dallas; or 250 miles northwest of Houston. All distances are measured straight-line "as the crow flies".
BACKGROUND: For many years this ranch has been used for hunting, entertaining, recreation and raising a few cows and horses. Most of the improvements which include a headquarters complex with six bedrooms and three bathrooms, an airstrip and nine earthen tanks, were built by a previous owner. A family from Dallas bought this weekend retreat ranch in 1986. They have continued using it for hunting, fishing, entertaining and raising livestock.
METHOD OF SALE: The Owners have given Thornton Ranch Sales exclusive authorization to market this ranch. The Owners will convey the property by General Warranty Deed, provide and pay for a standard Owner's Policy of Title Insurance, and provide a current survey. The Sellers will accept all cash or provide liberal financing to a qualified buyer as hereinafter described.
DESCRIPTION: Scenic, pristine, peaceful, accessible, usable, well improved, privacy and Hill Country beautiful are words that come to mind when I think of how to describe this ranch. This well improved small ranch has an abundance of highly desirable characteristics commonly sought by many prospective buyers. Specifically, with about one mile of frontage on paved Ranch Road 1028 and .6 mile of county road frontage, the access is superb. Privacy is assured as there are no road easements through the property to serve other people and there are no public roads adjacent to the ranch other than the above described roads on the west and south boundary lines. There is a six bedroom, three bathroom headquarters compound comprised of four buildings situated high on a hill top. The view will take your breath away. Though not extravagant, this housing complex is in good condition and ready to use. The ranch is located in a very nice neighborhood of similar size properties. This ranch and the neighboring ranches are fenced with low non-deer proof fences that allow the prolific white tail deer herd to circulate freely in natural conditions. Six well watered pastures and a set of working pens facilitate efficient livestock operations. Nine earthen tanks and a water meter tap into a community water supply system provide the ranch with an abundance of good water. Additionally, there are two unequipped water wells available for a backup water supply. Terrain elevations vary from 1,390 to 1,500 feet and views from the high points are awesome. There is a 35 acre field established in klein grass and seven small food plot fields totaling about 25 acres. The balance of the ranch has excellent tree and brush cover with a mixture of live oak, elm, persimmon, mesquite, bee brush and miscellaneous brush. There is a good stand of native grasses and the wildlife habitat is outstanding. A good internal two wheel drive road system accesses all parts of the ranch. One of the prior owners built a 3,300 foot long sod airstrip. This landing strip is not now in use but it could be easily restored to usable condition. This classic "get-away" ranch is reasonably priced and all the heavy work is already done. It is ready to use and enjoy.
WILDLIFE, HUNTING, RECREATION: The prolific and healthy whitetail deer herd on this ranch is the result of excellent habitat and an ongoing conscientious wildlife management program. There is also an outstanding population of turkey, quail and dove. Most of the nine tanks/lakes are stocked with bass, channel catfish and perch. The fishing is reported to be superb. Other wildlife includes squirrels, foxes, armadillos, raccoons, possums and birds of every description. The terrain is well suited for horses and horseback riding. Varied activities such as swimming, canoeing, hiking, exploring, camping, bird-watching, nature walks, communing with Mother Nature or simply relaxing in the air conditioned headquarters complex are also available. Additionally, there should be an abundance of Indian artifacts and fossils ready to be found on this ranch.
MINERALS: It is believed the owners own all the executive leasing rights and 5/8 of all the royalty. All of the minerals, reversionary rights, royalty and executive leasing rights owned by the Owner (Seller) will be conveyed to the buyer subject to Seller's reservation of a non-participating interest equal to 1/8th of royalty from Oil, Gas and Mineral Leases.
IMPROVEMENTS: The improvements are as enumerated above and further described below. The estimated new replacement cost of all the improvements is $192,000.00 or the equivalent of $343.45 per acre. Telephone and electric service are available and in place.

TAXES: Total annual ad valorem taxes (school, county and miscellaneous) for calendar year 1998 were $1,003.94 or only about $1.80 per acre. Said taxes are based on current agricultural use status. The property will be conveyed to the buyer with the agricultural POSSESSION: Possession shall be given on the date of closing and funding subject to the Owner (Seller) having 2 days after closing to vacate the headquarters housing complex and 30 days after closing to remove all livestock and personal property from the ranch.
use designation in effect.
PRICE: $489,147.75* ($875.00 per acre).

• The price shall be adjusted based on the actual number of surveyed acres that will be conveyed by a General Warranty Deed multiplied by the price per acre agreed upon by Seller and Buyer.
  
• The price shall include 7 deer blinds, 8 deer feeders and all the furnishings, appliances, cookware, utensils, bedding, and personal property located in the headquarters complex except for the following: 2 refrigerators, freezer, 2 end tables, television set, VCR, stereo set, guns, game head-mounts, pictures, bar-b-q grill, 2 outside tables, washing machine, dryer, tools, gas stove space heater, and miscellaneous personal items.
  
• The price shall not include any livestock, machinery, rolling stock, equipment, or tractors. However some or all of these items may be available at Seller's discretion at a price to be negotiated.

TERMS: Three options as follows:

BROKER COMMENTS AND MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION: This ranch is ready to occupy, operate and enjoy. It would take many thousands of dollars and years of hard work, blood, sweat, energy, patience, expertise, luck and hands on management to attain the present condition level of this ranch if you were to start with a typical unimproved parcel of land. The above average quality of the land, abundant water, easy access, improvements, airstrip, good pastures, mineral conveyance, superb wildlife population and reasonable offering price make this fine ranch a buying opportunity. This one is a winner!!!!!.
SHOWING COORDINATION: This ranch is available for inspection seven days a week by prior appointment only. CALL: Len Thornton (210) 656-1955 at any time for showing coordination, service and support. Or you may contact me via E-Mail at: len@thorntonranchsales.com. Real estate brokers are invited to participate on a commission sharing basis.

NOTE: This offering is made subject to prior sale, change of price, or withdrawal from the market at any time. The information contained herein is from sources deemed reliable but is not warranted or guaranteed by Thornton Ranch Sales.

For more information on this property see our Invitation to Buyers.