Deer Valley Ranch

Overview: Deer Valley Ranch is an ideal family ranch/compound with highly unique developed water features, manicured grounds, and tasteful improvements in a highly desirable area in Erath County, just west of Hico, TX. 10 minutes from Hico, 16 minutes from Dublin, and 25 minutes from Stephenville. NEW and MUTLIPURPOSE Improvements, Upgrades, Lakes, etc.: Located in a centralized area of the ranch are the newly constructed 2,800 sf cabin and the 7,700 sf ranch shop. The cabin has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open living space, tasteful fixtures and finishings, and a large bonus/bunk room with an attached 2-car garage with storage. The ranch shop has 4 large overhead bay doors, concrete slab flooring, fully insulated shop plus a HVAC air-conditioned office. Nearby, a well house (with bathroom) and new water well provide water for the ranchs grounds and private lakes. The majority of the ranchs perimeter is game fenced, with little internal fencing to deal with. The ranchs drive-up appeal is stately, with attractive iron and stone works welcoming guests. The views from this compound of improvements is perfect for country living, managing ranch projects, and picturesque sunsets. Landscape / Terrain: The ranch has mostly managed oaks and other hardwood timber mottes strategically located throughout. The ranchs elevation is slightly rolling, with improvements located on the higher elevations and staged to overlook the ranchs landscape with tremendous 180-degree views to the south. The soil is mostly sandy loam, with clay and tighter soils located in the lower areas of the ranch. There is well designed all-weather road system throughout the ranch and the ranch for easy accessibility. Lakes, Fishing, Lifestyle: Deer Valley Ranch has 10+/- acres of developed, deep, clear private water. The largest lake is 7.5+/- acres of surface water with a large drive-around dam, deep pockets of water, and a new boat dock. Fathead minnows, copper nose bluegill, and adequate structure were added to the lake in 2022. Additionally, a 70 GPM water well has been drilled and piped to the lake. Above the largest lake is a 2.5+/- acre lake, developed for fishing, wildlife, and livestock. Wildlife / Hunting : Whitetail deer, Rio Grande turkeys, doves, waterfowl, and other critters are commonplace on Deer Valley Ranch. The owner hasnt hunted the ranch personally but has fed protein and corn to the ranchs wildlife year-round. Other: The ranch is Ag Exempt through a wildlife exemption ($5,300 in 2023) United Coop Electric, Propane tanks, Septic, Well water Minerals Owner will convey whatever he has. No leases or active production. *Ranch Shop and facilities could be used for equestrian or breeding facilities. *Shop features covered RV parking