luxury houses with panoramic view for sale Gonzales County, United States

Description: Buck Branch Ranch, named after Buck Branch Creek that runs through the property that is centrally located between San Antonio and Houston along the highly desired I-10 corridor. Once a working pecan farm, the ranch is still home to many grafted and native pecans that produce year in and year out. Located just off of US Hwy 90, the ranch offers a peaceful serenity and escape from the real world yet remains within a close proximity to necessities of city life. Improvements: The property has minimal improvements leaving a blank canvas for a future owner to improve as they wish. Electricity is in place on the eastern side of the property near an old house that is currently not in livable condition. A set of older cattle pens are located a short distance from the house and are still in use. Water: The property boasts over a mile and a half of creek frontage on Sandy Fork Creek that joins Buck Branch Creek on the ranch. Both the Sandy Fork Creek and Buck Branch Creek flow during wet times as well. A 3± acre tank is also located in the northwestern corner of the property. One water well located near the house provides water to troughs throughout the property. Vegetation and Terrain: The terrain is gently rolling and the vegetation is predominately made up of large hardwoods including majestic live oaks and pecans along with, elms, hackberries, mesquite, yaupon and cedar to name a few. Once a working pecan farm, there are a good number of grafted and native pecan trees on the property as well. Wildlife: An abundance of wildlife call the area home including whitetail deer, turkeys, feral hogs, foxes and coyotes, along with native and migratory birds. Location: Located off County Road 240 less than a mile from I-10 and 7± miles of Waelder, 18± miles NE of Gonzales, 72± miles E of San Antonio, 67± miles SE of Austin and 126± miles W of Houston. Minerals: Surface sale only.

Ranch Description Nestled in the heart of South Central Texas, the 353.75± -acre Schroeder Ranch offers an exceptional opportunity to own a premier recreational, hunting, livestock, or investment property in desirable Gonzales County, just minutes from the historic community of Smiley. Conveniently located within easy reach of San Antonio, Austin, and the Texas Gulf Coast, this versatile ranch combines productive land, abundant wildlife, and the timeless beauty of the Texas countryside. Improvements on the Ranch The Schroeder Ranch is exceptionally well-equipped for both ranching operations and comfortable country living.The property includes a spacious 3,418-square-foot ranch home, as well as a manufactured home, offering ample room for family gatherings, entertaining guests, or serving as a full-time residence. The home provides a comfortable headquarters with expansive views of the surrounding ranchland and easy access to the property's operational improvements. Three barns that provide abundant storage for equipment, hay, feed, and ranch supplies. Well-designed cattle working pens are complemented by a hydraulic squeeze chute. Water Summary There are 2 water wells on the property, as well as county water through the Gonzales County Supply Corp. One water well is a windmill well, and one is an electric well that is 380 ft deep. Multiple drainages help feed 8 ponds scattered around the ranch, 6 of which are stocked with either Catfish or Bass. These ponds not only offer great fishing but also help add water for wildlife. Vegetation and Terrain Gently rolling topography provides excellent views across the property, with a blend of open native pasture, scattered mature oak and mesquite trees, and dense pockets of brush that create ideal habitat for wildlife. The ranch features a healthy mix of grasses and native vegetation, offering both agricultural and recreational appeal. Wildlife on the Property Wildlife in the area include Whitetail Deer, dove, turkey, hogs, and varmints, while the stock ponds are full of Catfish and Bass, offering both hunting and fishing opportunities on the ranch. Minerals Surface Sale Only Taxes Ag Exempt Location Directions This property lies 9± miles East of Smiley, TX on CR 210. This property is 9± miles from Smiley, 70± miles from San Antonio, 85± miles from Austin, 115± miles from Corpus Christi, and 160± miles from Houston.