luxury houses for sale Utopia, United States

Description: This ranch has an unusual amount of water for its size, with over 3,500± feet of both sides of crystal-clear, live water. This ranch is a rare find with strong bubbly springs and shallow flowing water to deep 15±foot holes. Beautiful trees, incredible views and an historic home go along with this rare water feature. This land was part of an original 1800s platted town of ‘Montana’, which later became Utopia, and has a rich history. 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 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, but especially due to the size of the property, as Little Creek is a year-around creek that flows through the middle of the property. The 3,500± feet is a tremendous amount of water to be flowing through, not to mention it has both sides of 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 to 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, plus Elm and Hackberry trees are also present. 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 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.

Nestled just outside the quaint town of Utopia, Texas, 27977 FM 470 is truly an impressive Hill Country estate situated on 600 pristine acres fully cleared of all cedar trees. The property itself is completely low-fenced while the family improvements are separately high-fenced with an automatic, gated entry. A 1.25 mile chip and seal driveway leads you through the ranch and to the main residence. The 4541 SQFT main home welcomes you into the family improvements with its circular driveway and expansive views of the surrounding hills. Once inside, you will find a beautiful chef's kitchen that is ideal for gathering or entertaining. 12-foot ceilings throughout the kitchen and living room provide a spacious feel. The separate dining room invites you in for all holiday or special occasions while the pantry is a cook's dream. The primary suite boasts its own attached patio. Additionally, the primary bathroom also boasts its own patio complete with an outdoor shower and clawfoot tub that overlooks the riding arena. Individual his and hers closets. Adjacent to the closets, you will find a two-person sauna installed inside the primary bedroom's spacious laundry area. Large guest-suite with full, ensuite bathroom. Bonus room with Alder-wood cabinetry. Office is positioned across from the living area and brings a fantastic work-from-home opportunity. As you exit the residence from the mud room, you will walk through a two-car, covered car-port with space for your ATV and into a converted storage area complete with a heavy duty washer and dryer, hot water heater, and dog wash/grooming equipment. The entire main residence is wired for a sound system both indoors and outdoors. There are approximately 15 Solar Panels installed on the main residence. Just a short walk from the main residence is the music studio that can easily be converted into an additional office space or guest suite. Half-bathroom attached. Surround sound speaker system installed as well as a mini-split. The 33ft x 23ft storage building is heavily insulated and contains (3) mini-split systems ideal for food/furniture storage. In the bunkhouse, downstairs, there is a 14ft x 32ft climate controlled room that is currently occupied as an office space. Automotive lovers and collectors rejoice! The attached 39ft x 24ft garage offers (4) automatic garage doors, oil-change pit, and enough spots for multiple vehicles. 78ft x 48ft car barn with (4) mini-splits and security system in place, along with a BendPak Car Lift with 14,000lbs capacity. The bunkhouse features a (1) bedroom, (1) bathroom guest apartment with full kitchen, living room, and wood-burning stove. Upstairs, you will find an approximately 1,895 SQFT guest home great for extended family. Additional improvements include a (4) stall horse barn, equipment garage, and a 72ft x 117ft riding arena. Impressive rainwater catchment system with (3) individual holding tanks. The farthest tank from the main residence holds 30,000 gallons, the tank behind the main residence holds 20,000 gallons, and the tank underground near the riding arena also holds 20,000 gallons. There are (3) individual water wells on the property. Large food storage and root cellar spaces. Additional water well information available as well as further comprehensive details regarding this outstanding estate!

Own a true piece of Texas history. Totaling 5.62 acres and full of majestic oak trees, the Fenley Homestead, built by Eliza Ann Ware - daughter of famed Captain William Ware, were some of the first buildings built in the Sabinal Canyon. Constructed in approximately 1872 with local river rock, the homestead was built with survival in mind as the property sits in the canyon with the hills surrounding affording views of any approaching Natives. The home, which still has its dirt floors, features a dog trot/run through the center of the home that allows the wind to move swiftly through the structure. Two additional cabins are located on the property. One cabin is a 2 bed, 1.5 bath with living and kitchen areas that could be ideal for a weekend retreat. The second cabin offers old character and rustic charm but will need to be rebuilt before occupancy. Numerous 19th-century artifacts have been found on the property. Enjoy the mountain views from the porch of your future dream home and take in the sunset overlooking the Links of Utopia. Unique opportunity to own a rare piece of land in the heart of Utopia located within 5 minutes of the spring-fed waters in Utopia Park which offers recreational swimming/kayaking and a short 20 minutes to either Garner State Park or Lost Maples State Natural Area.