133 Acres with Orchard, Barn, Electricity, Work Shop, Hunting Game in Gillespie County, Fredericksburg, Texas

DESCRIPTION Quality improvements and a remarkable landscape elevate this ranch to a category of its own. The Red Gate Ranch is in close proximity to Fredericksburg, Texas, creating a fantastic opportunity for an individual seeking a full-time residence or a conveniently located weekend getaway ranch. The terrain is diverse for a ranch this size. There are towering hardwoods and interesting rock formations along the Middle Creek, enticing an explorer to hike and discover. Much of the improved pastureland on the ranch has Pedernales fine sandy loam soils. Surrounding the open fields are groves of beautiful post oaks and other hardwoods native to the Hill Country. The property has served as a recreational, family hunting, and cattle ranch over the years. The perimeter is predominantly low fenced, with the exception of high fencing along a portion of the eastern boundary. The ranch is extremely well watered with Middle Creek (seasonal) frontage on both sides, two stock tanks, and four water wells. An Ag exemption is currently in place. LOCATION Red Gate Ranch is located 6+/- miles north of Fredericksburg off of paved Lower Crabapple Road. The close proximity to Fredericksburg provides convenience to the many amenities the city has to offer. Gillespie County Airport (T82) is located approximately 10+/- miles from the ranch. 40+/- miles from Horseshoe Bay 70+/- miles from San Antonio 80+/- miles from Austin 240+/- miles from Houston 260+/- miles from Dallas/Fort Worth 270+/- miles from Midland/Odessa LAND The landscape is diverse, with a nice variety of improved pastureland, heavy tree cover, and a beautiful section of (seasonal) Middle Creek. A large portion of the improved pasture has Pedernales fine sandy loam soils. Remnants of a pecan orchard with grafted pecan trees is still in place in one of the fields. A large portion of the cedar has been removed over the years, allowing native grasses to flourish and other hardwoods to thrive. Some native trees include live oak, post oak, blackjack, cedar elm, walnut, and pecan. The terrain has a gentle roll with elevation ranging between 1,720+/- ft asl to 1,740+/- ft asl. WATER Middle Creek flows through the ranch on both sides for 1,500+/- ft and is a highly desirable attribute, bringing great character to the ranch. One concrete dam is in place along the creek, creating a tremendous setting with towering hardwoods along its banks. The creek presents many recreational activities to enjoy. The seclusion, beauty, and exclusivity of this creek is a rare find. This portion of Middle Creek is a seasonal creek and flows in correlation with appropriate rainfall. Additionally, two stock tanks on the ranch provide supplemental water to livestock. WATER WELLS The ranch has four water wells, two of which are currently in service. There is also an old hand-dug well located near the main residence. There is a quality waterline system on the ranch that services several troughs, as well as the improvements. IMPROVEMENTS Main Residence At 2,328+/- sf, the historic German home is believed to have been constructed in…

Orchard, Barn, Electricity, Work Shop, Hunting Game, Creek, Water Well, Pond

Acreage, Hunting Property, Recreational Land, Agriculture Business, Farm, Home, Ranch, Home With Acreage

Fredericksburg, 78624 Texas

County: Gillespie