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Rio Vista Brazos is a ranch that embodies this rich heritage and natural beauty in every respect. Originally part of the historic McMurry Ranch, which was assembled in the late 1870s following the close of the Civil War, the property has had only two owners since that time—a remarkable testament to the rarity and significance of the offering. Perched nearly 150 feet above the banks of the Brazos River, the main residence overlooks historic Chick Bend with commanding panoramic views up and down the river corridor. The sprawling 10,170-square-foot residence was thoughtfully designed and custom built by the current owners, with exceptional attention given to every detail and amenity. Spend warm summer days relaxing by the pool or enjoy evenings from one of the many porches as the sun slowly sets behind Schoolhouse Mountain in the distance. Designed for both intimate family enjoyment and large-scale entertaining, the home offers generous gathering spaces while still allowing guests privacy and comfort throughout. Water: With approximately 2,100± feet of frontage along the Brazos River, the ranch offers exceptional access to one of Texas’ most iconic waterways. The ease of access to the river, combined with dramatic bluff-top views, creates an incredibly rare recreational and aesthetic asset. The property also benefits from implied domestic and livestock water rights associated with the Brazos River frontage. Improvements: Main Residence Positioned near the highest point on the ranch, with breathtaking views overlooking the Brazos River, sits one of the most remarkable private residences in the region. The home was envisioned and designed by the owners in collaboration with acclaimed architect David Oswald and was masterfully constructed by Mike Tincher, with completion in the fall of 2014. The multi-level residence encompasses approximately 10,170± square feet of living space and includes 4 bedrooms, 2 bunk rooms, 5 full bathrooms, 3 half baths, 5 fireplaces, and an elevator. Designed to comfortably accommodate up to 22 guests, the home is exceptionally well suited for both family gatherings and entertaining on a grand scale. The kitchen is a true chef’s dream, featuring custom Poggenpohl cabinetry, premium Miele appliances, and a Wolf cooktop and range. Expansive windows throughout the primary living spaces frame sweeping views of the surrounding Palo Pinto countryside and provide seamless access to multiple patios and outdoor entertaining areas. On the lower patio level, a resort-style pool and hot tub create the perfect setting for relaxing with family and friends. The pool is equipped with an electric cover for protection from the elements. A whole-home Lutron system provides convenient control of lighting and access throughout the residence. Large sliding glass doors open from the main living and dining areas onto a covered patio featuring a fireplace and electric roll-up storm doors, allowing for year-round enjoyment regardless of weather conditions. The home is serviced by an extensive rainwater collection system with approximately 30,000 gallons of storage capacity, supported by a four-stage purification system that includes ultraviolet filtration. Every aspect of the residence was carefully considered and executed, resulting in a home that is truly one of a kind. Barn The ranch improvements also include an excellent 60′ x 50′ barn with partial enclosure, covered overhangs, and equipment sheds. The structure features its own independent rainwater collection system designed to supply water for livestock. Enjoy fishing, canoeing, kayaking, duck hunting, horseback riding, skeet shooting from the bluff tops, or simply floating down the Brazos River while taking in the surrounding scenery. Wildlife is abundant throughout the ranch and surrounding river corridor, supporting excellent hunting opportunities for whitetail deer, ducks, and other native species.

Steele Creek Ranch is a premier recreational retreat in the rolling hills of Bosque County, just outside Walnut Springs. Featuring a spring-fed creek, stocked bass lake, excellent wildlife habitat, productive pasture, and a beautifully designed 4,200± square-foot home that sleeps up to ten, this is a turnkey ranch built for recreation, relaxation, and entertaining. Location The ranch is located just over one mile southeast of Walnut Springs, 14 miles from Glen Rose, 20 miles from Hico, 65 miles from Fort Worth, and approximately 90 miles from Dallas. Nearby attractions include Rough Creek Lodge, Dinosaur Valley State Park, Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, and the dining, shopping, and historic charm of both Glen Rose and Hico. Improvements Positioned on the highest point of the ranch, the 4,200± square-foot home offers panoramic views and a functional layout designed for hosting family and guests. The private master suite occupies its own wing, while three guest rooms—including a unique Navy-themed bunk room—provide accommodations for up to ten. The open-concept kitchen and living area are centered around a two-sided fireplace and overlook the pool through expansive windows. Additional features include a soundproof bar room, mud room, oversized pantry, gas range, wine refrigerator, and remote-controlled window shades. Water is supplied by an 800-foot Trinity Aquifer well producing approximately 150 GPM, with Atmos gas and private septic. Outdoor amenities include a heated pool with waterfall spa, natural diving rock, and a fully equipped grill house featuring garage-style glass doors, a gas grill, sink, refrigerator, fireplace, dining area, and TV. A detached shop includes two drive-through bays and a complete guest apartment with kitchen, living area, bedroom, bunk beds, and full bath, making it ideal for guests, extended family, or a ranch manager. Land & Water The ranch features rolling Bosque County topography, with elevations ranging from approximately 910 to 850 feet. Native oaks, cedar, mesquite, wooded draws, and open pasture create a diverse landscape that supports both livestock and wildlife. The property carries an agricultural exemption and is actively grazed. Over 2,000 feet of both sides of spring-fed Steele Creek wind through the property. Clear, year-round water, limestone bottoms, mature hardwoods, and two creek crossings make this one of the ranch's defining features. The creek is ideal for fishing, kayaking, swimming, or simply enjoying the shade along its banks. A separate 1.5± acre bass-stocked lake sits within walking distance of the home, providing another excellent fishing and recreation opportunity. Wildlife Steele Creek Ranch offers outstanding habitat for whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, and dove. The combination of live water, timber, rolling terrain, and open pasture creates excellent hunting and wildlife viewing throughout the property. Minerals Contact broker for details.

Horse properties with this level of buildout rarely surface in Bandera County. Moffett Ridge Ranch is 62.92± acres of turnkey equestrian infrastructure two miles from Medina, fifteen miles from Bandera, and about an hour from San Antonio, in the middle of one of the strongest horse communities in Texas. The facility list reads like a trainer's wish list: a covered steel arena with clay and sand footing, LED lighting, and overhead dust-control sprinklers; an outdoor jumping arena with clay, fiber, and red sand footing and PVC fencing; a 50-foot round pen with soft sand footing; and a six-horse WalkerBoy hot walker with 15 programmable workouts. The main barn holds 20 stalls with automatic waterers, converted 24x24 foaling stalls, two covered hot-water wash racks, a vet room, tack room, feed room, stall cameras, corner feeders, and a full fly-spray system. A stallion barn with breeding paddocks supports a complete breeding program, and a second steel barn stands ready for renovation if more capacity is needed. Four structures with living quarters keep owners, staff, and haul-in clients on site: a 2,000± sq ft 3-bed/2-bath main home built in 2011 with 10-foot wood tongue-and-groove ceilings, stone counters, and a covered porch; a 2-bed/1-bath guest cabin; a 1-bed/1-bath ranch hand cabin; and a clubhouse with kitchen, laundry, sleeping quarters, and a viewing deck over the arena. Two 30-amp trailer plug-ins and room for a line of rigs make clinics and haul-in lessons easy. Water and utilities are built to scale: a 10± GPM electric well serving the entire property, three 3,000-gallon poly storage tanks on independent zones, three septic systems, three electric meters, an automated entry gate, satellite internet, and updated security. Eight paddocks and three pastures, partial cross-fencing, caliche ranch roads, and riding, hiking, and ATV trails. The land is gently rolling and mostly cleared of cedar, with open pasture, mixed brush, native grasses, and exceptional Hill Country views. Wildlife exemption in place, with whitetail, turkey, and axis on the property and hunting permitted. No live water on the property. Run it as a training barn, boarding operation, riding academy, rodeo facility, or breeding operation - it works on day one. Buyer to verify all information.

Description: Castletop Ranch is an extraordinary 276± acre luxury ranch estate in western Travis County, just minutes from Spicewood and overlooking the Pedernales River near Lake Travis. Offering 2,200± feet of private water frontage, world-class improvements, abundant water, exceptional recreational amenities, and future development potential, the ranch represents a rare offering in the Texas Hill Country. More than five miles of paved golf cart trails, bridges, and internal roads connect the extensive improvements throughout the high-fenced estate. Its exceptional waterfront setting and location adjacent to the new Thomas Ranch development further enhance its long-term potential. Improvements: Castletop Ranch features an impressive collection of residential, recreational, and ranch improvements, including: 5,800± SF custom main residence – 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths Two 4,300± SF custom waterfront guest homes – each 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths 2,000± SF game house with full bath Resort-style pool complex with cabanas, outdoor kitchen, and workout room Operations center and two foreman’s homes Full tennis court Five+ miles of paved golf cart trails and bridges Helicopter pad near the front entrance Multiple livestock and storage barns Extensive supporting infrastructure and landscaping Land donated for the adjacent fire station Please refer to the property brochure for additional details. Water: Water is a defining feature of Castletop Ranch, with more than 2,200± feet of Pedernales River frontage, a private cove, and multiple drainage areas fed by year-round springs. Four water wells serve the ranch improvements and irrigation system, supported by an extensive underground water distribution system. The combination of river frontage, private waterfront access, springs, wells, and infrastructure provides exceptional water resources. Vegetation & Terrain: The ranch features rolling Hill Country terrain with elevated areas offering expansive views across the property and toward the Pedernales River. Scattered oaks, mesquite, native vegetation, and productive soils create an attractive natural setting and excellent wildlife habitat. Creek drainages, springs, and expansive waterfront add to the property's diverse character. Wildlife & Recreation: Castletop Ranch offers exceptional recreational opportunities, including boating, jet skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking, tennis, shooting, entertaining, and relaxing along the waterfront or resort-style pool. A gun range provides year-round shooting opportunities. The high-fenced ranch supports whitetail deer and an impressive collection of exotic animals, including red deer, llamas, donkeys, zebra, and more. Whether envisioned as a private family compound, luxury recreational estate, corporate retreat, or long-term investment, Castletop Ranch offers an extraordinary combination of location, waterfront, improvements, recreation, and future potential. Location: Located off Paleface Ranch Road, approximately 5 miles from Spicewood and 3.5 miles from the intersection of Highway 71 and Gregg Road. Minerals: Seller to convey all minerals owned. Taxes: Wildlife exempt.

For more information: www.montageranch.com Montage Ranch is set across 15 private acres just outside Georgetown, offering a rare combination of land, privacy, and a residence designed to fully engage with its surroundings while remaining within reach of Austin. Built by Sendero Homes and designed by architect Rob Sander, the home spans over 7,500 square feet, balancing scale with a layout that supports both everyday living and large-scale entertaining. The approach creates an immediate sense of arrival, with a long drive, circular entry, and expansive views across rolling pastureland. With agricultural exemption in place and open land surrounding the home, the setting delivers a sense of space and quiet that is increasingly difficult to find at this scale and proximity to Austin. Native wildlife moves freely throughout the area, reinforcing the connection to the land and the surrounding Hill Country landscape. Inside, the home is grounded in natural materials and thoughtful craftsmanship. Acacia hardwood floors, travertine tile, plaster walls, and custom alder cabinetry create a warm, refined interior, while ceiling heights ranging from 10 to 12 feet and architectural details like beams and groin vault ceilings add depth throughout. The kitchen serves as the center of the home, featuring double islands, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, a farmhouse sink, and generous prep space that allows it to function seamlessly for both daily living and entertaining. The primary suite offers privacy and scale, with dual closets, separate water closets, a walk-through shower, and a soaking tub, creating a space that feels intentional and removed. Secondary bedrooms are oversized and well-appointed, while additional spaces including a dedicated office or optional bedroom, a substantial utility room with built-in storage, and a mudroom designed for daily function support the way the home lives. The outdoor experience is a defining element of the property. A fully covered structure with exposed trusses extends the living space outdoors, complete with a wraparound bar, outdoor kitchen, dining area, and wood-burning fireplace, designed to host effortlessly in every season. The pool and spa are positioned just beyond, offering a clean, understated design that complements the surrounding landscape and keeps the focus on the land. A detached structure serves as a media room or guest retreat with its own living area, kitchenette, bedroom, and bath, creating flexibility for hosting and extended stays. Extensive garage and storage capacity allow for everything needed to support both daily living and a land-driven lifestyle, from vehicles to equipment and recreational use. Supported by a high-producing private well, multiple HVAC systems with zoned control, propane service, septic system, and integrated Control4 audio and visual, the property is designed to function as seamlessly as it presents. Montage Ranch is an opportunity to own a private, well-designed estate with meaningful acreage and the ability to live expansively just outside of Georgetown. Additional acreage is available, offering the potential to further expand the footprint, enhance privacy, or create a larger long-term land holding.

DESCRIPTION Camp Verde Escape is a wonderful “ranchito” located along Ranch Rd 2828 in between Camp Verde and Medina, TX. As you enter off the black-top frontage, the all-weather main road leads to the charming turn-key ranch headquarters located in the center of the property which is situated on a rise that offers sweeping south-easterly views of the surrounding hill country. IMPROVEMENTS The 2,280±SF rock ranch house was recently renovated and includes 2 main bedrooms, and a large bunk room, and a spacious living room and kitchen that opens up to the serene patio and swimming pool. Next to the pool is a substantial observation deck perfect for sunset cocktails or to just take in the stunning forever views. Adjacent to the house is a nice barn with concrete floors, covered parking, fully enclosed shop, and deer processing area with walk-in cooler. Just down from the house is a set of livestock working pens. TERRAIN The gently rolling and fully usable terrain has elevations ranging from 1520-1780±ASL. There is a good mix of open pasture to wooded areas providing ample cover for wildlife while also offering potential to run a few head of livestock. There are good Live Oaks and other native hardwoods throughout the property. WATER Potable water is provided by one well equipped with an electric submersible pump located at the headquarters. The well pumps to holding tank which pipes water to the improvements and certain troughs. WILDLIFE Whitetail, turkey, hogs, and other native species TAXES Ag Exempt MINERALS All owned will convey LOCATION The property has over 900± ft of frontage along Ranch Road 2828 and is 4.5± mi south of Camp Verde, 9± mi east of Medina, and 12± mi north of Bandera.

For more information: www.mysticskyranchtx.com For those looking to create a boutique hospitality property, retreat destination, wedding venue, or a private multi-generational compound, this 26-acre offering represents the core of Mystic Sky Ranch, with the infrastructure already in place. The property is part of a 53.62-acre offering, with the option to acquire individually or in combination. 26-acre compound with over 10,000 SF across multiple structures $3,750,000 Additional 28-acre tract $1,064,000 53.62-acre compound (full offering) $4,814,000 Organized as a collection of purpose-built structures, the property is designed to function as a compound rather than a single residence. Across more than 10,000 square feet, it includes a main residence by David Webber of Webber + Studio, four detached guest casitas, a dining hall with commercial kitchen, an event barn, and a pool pavilion with kitchen and bath. Each structure serves a distinct role, allowing the property to operate in a number of ways. It can function as a private residence with independent guest accommodations, or transition into a short-term rental, bed and breakfast, wellness retreat, or event venue. The infrastructure to support both private use and business operations is already established. The layout creates separation between living, hosting, and guest spaces, giving the property flexibility that is difficult to achieve in a single structure. The main residence anchors day-to-day living, while the casitas provide privacy for guests. The dining hall and event barn support larger gatherings, backed by a commercial-grade kitchen and spaces designed to handle scale. The land itself is integrated into the experience. Spanning 26 acres of rolling Hill Country terrain, the property is defined by heritage oaks, open pasture, and curated outdoor spaces that connect each structure while maintaining privacy across the compound. As the central portion of Mystic Sky Ranch, this offering can stand alone or be combined with the adjacent 28-acre tract to create a 53.62-acre holding with expanded scale, privacy, and long-term potential. Located in the Dripping Springs area, the property offers access to Austin while maintaining a level of separation and flexibility rarely found in a single offering.