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Dreaming of waterfront living in Texas? Little Caney Creek Ranch, an oasis of 202 deeded acres with additional est. 48 acres of lease-back land along 1/2 mile of shoreline of Lake Fork, the renowned world-class fishing lake. The 1/2 mile of cement driveway is guided by 9,100 ft. of white piped fencing running through pristine pastures & shaded woodlands. The stunning 4,500 sq. ft. (3,200 sq. ft interior) Florida-style, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bath home offers sleek leather furnishings from the living room to the teak bedroom sets. An expansive wrap-around solar screened veranda provides the panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The unique architecture, oriented 60 degrees off North in homage to Frank Lloyd Wright, is meticulously designed. Crafted with maintenance free Butler Stone, solid steel construction, steel studs, wall insulation, & double foam insulation at roof and ceiling. The residence exudes quality and durability. Offering luxurious amenities, including top-of-the-line appliances such as Miele, Viking, & Gaggenau and a Sub-Zero built-in refrigerator. Two fully furnished offices with fiber-optic Internet are perfect for working remotely. Geothermal heating and cooling, with energy-efficient features throughout. The 32,000 gal. seashell shaped pool complete with beach entry, waterfall, European-style tarps, outdoor kitchenette, and luxury outdoor furniture. A 7,000 sq. ft. shop (4,000 sq. ft. under roof) with John Deere equipment, ranch machines, shop equipment, & a plethora of asstd. tools. A fully furnished apartment inside of the shop & a rustic 2-bedroom cabin provides for guests or rental. An enclosed barn and 3 open air stalls with 3 livestock ponds gives space for livestock. Little Caney Creek Ranch is more than just property; it is a lifestyle defined by luxury, leisure, and natural beauty. Discover the epitome of lakefront living in this exclusive retreat nestled in the heart of East Texas. See associate documents for more information.

El Retiro Ranch, which translates to “The Retreat Ranch”, is a fitting name play on a place where one can slow down and enjoy all the wonderment and beauty that this property has to offer. Conveniently located within an hour and a half of Dallas, TX, and five minutes from the boat ramp at Lake Fork, this 227 +/- acre ranch is an easy withdraw to relaxation and recreational delight. Currently being run as a successful cattle and hay operation, this property also offers top notch accommodations to go along with a multitude of leisure activities such as fishing, hunting, horseback riding, swimming, and so much more. El Retiro Ranch is a well-maintained multi-purpose property ready for the outdoor lover. Location: Located in the northeast corner of Rains County and in Hopkins County, this property is just 80 miles East of Dallas and 13 miles South of Sulphur Springs, El Retiro Ranch provides a quick escape from the city to enjoy a weekend retreat in the country. Sulphur Springs Municipal Airport is approximately 15 minutes from the property, as well as major medical facilities and grocers. Land: The land showcases a great combination of productive hay meadows and scattered post oak groves. There is approximately 50’ of topography variance throughout the property. The soils are mainly comprised of freestone fine sandy loam, woodtell loam, and Lufkin-raino complex. The six sectioned pastures provide 200 +/- round bales per year and support a healthy cattle herd. Several horses graze the ranch as well. Each pasture has ample water utilizing stock tanks and piped water troughs that are connected to the central well. Cattle: El Retiro Ranch is currently carrying 85 +/- momma cows and 4 registered bulls. The ranch is equipped with a custom set of pins to accommodate a smooth calving season. Multiple water troughs have been placed throughout the ranch, giving the cattle and horses an endless water supply. Excellent perimeter and cross fencing is in place, as well as numerous cattle guards. Water: El Retiro Ranch includes 7 bodies of water. With multiple ponds and stock tanks, there is an abundance of hunting and fishing opportunities. F1 hybrid strain bass have been stocked throughout the multiple ponds and can often be caught on your first cast. Multiple fish feeders have strategically been placed on three of the ponds giving the bass a surplus of food. The largest pond is 6 +/- acres and approximately 20 feet deep. It has produced bass up to 8 lbs., has a fishing pier, and electric decorative water feature. There is also a 4.5 +/- acre pond and a 1.75 +/- acre pond. The ranch has rural co-op water to the house and one water well which is used for agricultural purposes and can supplement the main lake if in need. Hunting: The ranch supports a healthy population of wildlife including white-tailed deer and hogs that like to bed down in the heavily wooded neighboring tracts of land. Dove frequent the property throughout the year and the waterfowl have been known to flock into the larger bodies of water on the property from nearby Lake Fork, to feed during the seasonal months. It is not uncommon to see a couple hundred mallards on one of the lakes at a time and two to three man limits are often reached with ease. Housing: The property includes a 3,541 SQFT custom two-story home featuring 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, oversized kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances, office, formal dining room, two wood burning fireplaces, smart home system, screened-in porch, pool with jacuzzi, and pool house w/ restroom and shower. There is also an outdoor grilling area and gravel sitting area around a firepit. This 2020 build was designed to entertain and host family and friends. It features large windows that highlight the expansive views over the ranch from the perched hill upon which it sits.