luxury farmhouses for sale Utopia, United States

Nestled on an expansive 36.77 acres in the serene landscape of Utopia, Texas, this charming home spans 2370 square feet with detached guest suite and office, providing ample space for both relaxation and productivity. As you approach the property, you are greeted by breathtaking views that stretch for miles, offering a peaceful backdrop that allows you to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The main home features a thoughtfully designed layout with large windows that frame picturesque views from every room. The main living area is a perfect sanctuary, where natural light floods in, enhancing the sense of tranquility. Whether you're enjoying a quiet morning with a cup of coffee or winding down in the evening, the scenery outside serves as a constant reminder of nature's beauty. In addition to the main residence, the property includes a cozy two-bedroom, one-bath guest suite, ideal for visitors or as a rental opportunity. There's also a dedicated office space that overlooks the stunning hill country, providing an inspiring environment for those working from home or seeking a creative retreat. This property is not just a home; it's a perfect weekend getaway or a permanent residence for those looking to embrace a lifestyle filled with peace and serenity amidst stunning natural surroundings. With ample space for outdoor activities and the comfort of modern living, it's truly a unique find in the heart of Texas Hill Country. This property offers a well and rain catchment system with a water storage tank holding up to 20,000 gallons.

Description: Little Montana Ranch is a serene Hill Country property comprised of a variety of natural features and terrain that is steeped in rich local history. In 1866 one of the founders of Utopia, R.H. Kincheloe, and his family lived on or very near the property that is now Little Montana. In October of that year, their home was the target of a late-night Indian raid, leaving Kincheloe’s wife Sarah and their friend Ann Bolin gravely injured. Sarah survived, but sadly Ann succumbed to her wounds. This story is well-known locally, and traces of its influence echo over the land here, making it a popular place to hunt for artifacts and arrowheads There are also several midden sites from the various tribes that occupied the area: Apache, Comanche, Taovayas and Tawakonis. This ranch is a rare find with an abundance of water for its size, with over 3,500± feet of both sides of crystal-clear live water, with strong bubbly springs and shallow flowing water to deep holes. Beautiful trees, incredible views from accessible hilltops and an historic home all add to the majesty of this Hill Country retreat. Improvements: This ranch has a comfortable home overlooking the beautiful pool of water. The home was constructed in 1995 and has been recently updated. There are 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, large open concept living/dining area, office, relaxing wooden deck overlooking the creek, carport and a swimming pool. An historic stone home from 1863 is also located along the banks of Little Creek. This historic home is in the process of being restored to resemble its original beauty. A good road system and low fencing round out the improvements. Water: This water is truly impressive, especially for this size of property. Little Creek flows through the middle of the property, providing full, year-round access to live water for over 2/3 of a mile. Some strong rapids flow into large deep holes, giving this creek an amazing combination of fast flowing shallow water and deep holes. Below the historic home are strong springs, originally used for daily refrigeration, of which one can be seen bubbling out of the water. There is one pond on the property and several drainages to the creek that will hold water during wet times. Both homes are on spring water; there is not a water well. Vegetation: This ranch has beautiful, grand oak trees throughout, along with elm and hackberry trees. There is a pecan bottom across the creek from the historic house with dozens of large pecan trees. The ranch also has a good amount of cedar, persimmon, agarita, mesquite and at least one good sized Madron tree on the hill. Elevation: This ranch offers tremendous views of both the water feature and striking Hill Country terrain. There is 135 feet in elevation change and a good road to the hilltop with spectacular views. Wildlife: There is an abundance of native wildlife on the ranch and in this area. You will have Whitetail Deer, Turkey, Dove, pigs, etc., plus free ranging exotics on the property such as axis deer and sightings of elk in the area. The lush Pecan treed bottom land attracts game plus several fields could be planted for food plots. Both the pond and creek have fish, including bass and catfish. Schools: Utopia-Vanderpool ISD Taxes: Exemption. See Broker. Location: This ranch is 90± miles northwest of San Antonio, 45± miles northeast of Uvalde, 22± miles north of Sabinal and 2± miles northeast of Utopia, TX. From Utopia, travel north on 187 and turn east on 470 to Little Creek Road.

Situated on 4,608 Acres, Seco Creek Exotic Ranch is one of the most sought-after properties within the beautiful Texas Hill Country. This high-fenced ranch is a recreational paradise with an abundance of hunting and ranching activities. Professionally managed, this land offers plenty of year-round enjoyment and hunting opportunities for superior White-tailed deer, Red Stag, Elk, and Aoudad Sheep. Majestic natural features, convenient access, and serene privacy all define this miraculous property. Seco Creek Exotic Ranch was created with extreme attention to detail, has been meticulously maintained, and is truly a rare find. Escape the bustling city and enjoy the scenic hill country views from this outstanding property. Location: This ranch is currently the largest property for sale in Medina County, where the views of the Hill Country are unbeatable. It is approximately eight miles southeast of the charming town of Utopia and just an hour drive to the heart of San Antonio. The popular towns of Bandera, Kerrville, and Fredericksburg are also located nearby. South Texas Regional Airport is located approximately 28 miles from the ranch gate. The ranch is centrally positioned just 70 miles from San Antonio and 140 miles from Austin. An abundance of convenient dining, shopping, medical, and grocery options are all located nearby. Habitat, Topography, & Water: Big topography variance and hilltops with long views are some of this ranch's defining characteristics. The terrain provides numerous habitats for the vast variety of native and exotic wildlife species. The ranch has approximately 260 feet of topography variance throughout. Seco Creek Exotic Ranch is a nice rectangular-shaped property with two entrances on Medina County Road 354. The property has excellent water provided by five electric water wells and numerous wildlife watering throughs. Both Seco Creek and Parkers Creek traverse through the property in a north to southward direction. Multiple drainage corridors and seeps cut through the property and feed into the creeks. Several stock tanks are also located within the ranch. Wildlife & Hunting: The ranch has a high-fenced boundary and is cross-fenced with high-fencing as well. Seco Creek Exotic Ranch includes a healthy population of well-maintained native and exotic species across impressive hills and flat valleys. The thick wooded corridors throughout the ranch provide plentiful cover and sanctuary areas for the wildlife to thrive. The ranch has a healthy population of Red Stag, Aoudad Sheep, and Elk that will convey with the sale of the property. The ranch has also been infused with superior White-tailed genetics. Turkey, dove, hogs, and other native game are plentiful. Whether your passion involves off-roading, the pursuit of wild game, or simply enjoying nature and its beauty, you will find no shortage here. Other: There are several amazing build sites with incredible views to choose from. Water and electricity are readily available at various locations throughout the ranch. · Electric Provider – Medina Electric · Taxes - $6,773.33 annually Note on CWD: Chronic Wasting Disease: According to the owner’s representative, no animals from this property have ever tested positive for CWD. The ranch is located in a CWD containment zone, so TP&W rules for a CWD testing and containment zone do apply. Conservation Easement: Seco Creek Exotic Ranch has a Conservation Easement with the City of San Antonio. The purpose of the easement is to protect the area from development over the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone in which Seco Creek Exotic Ranch is located. Hunting and ranching activities are allowed by the easement agreement. Six Building Envelopes are to be conveyed to the buyer. Each building Envelope consists of a five-acre site within the ranch where a home, lodge, and outbuildings can be constructed.