Roost Ranch

COMING SOON NEAR ATHENS, TX - Location, Location, Location - With Pines Dunes Golf Course less than 10 miles southeast and Lake Athens and Athens Country Club just northwest of you and all the amenities of nearby Tyler, this is the sweet spot of East Texas. Set within one of East Texas’ most naturally abundant corridors, this wooded 103± acre tract offers a rare blend of seclusion, natural beauty, and turnkey recreational appeal. An iron-ore trail leads you deep into the heart of the property where a three-bedroom hunting lodge sits perched above a picturesque 5 and a half acre lake. From the lodge’s elevated vantage point, dramatic views stretch across the water and onto the surrounding woods creating an atmosphere that feels both wild and wonderfully private. The land itself is a haven for sportsmen and nature enthusiasts. Mature timber, natural draws, and diverse habitat support thriving populations of whitetail deer, hogs and small game. Whether you’re hunting, watching wildlife, or simply exploring the woods, the property offers endless adventure. Established trails and clearings create easy access throughout the acreage, while the iron-ore track provides a distinctive, durable route to the lodge and around the lake. The lodge has vaulted ceilings with wide plank Incense Cedar Walls brought in from California with designer chandelier towering above the great room with a wall of windows looking out over the lake. The open kitchen and two bedrooms and 2 full baths downstairs with dramatic stairs adorned with an antler railing leading to the master bedroom create a perfect environment for entertaining. There is a landing with a built in bookcase on the second floor ideal for reading and enjoying the views. The wrap around porch with outdoor fireplace is made for grilling out and watching football on a weekend you want to escape the city life. A prepared slab near the lodge has plans for future guest accommodations—perfect for expanding the ranch into a multi-generational getaway or hosting friends during hunting season. With a timber exemption already in place, the property benefits from favorable tax treatment while preserving the ecological integrity of the land. The 5-acre lake enhances both the recreational and aesthetic value of the property. Its serene shoreline is ideal for fishing, kayaking, or quiet mornings on the porch overlooking the water. The lodge’s placement above the lake creates a striking focal point, blending rustic charm with the comfort of a well-designed basecamp. Whether envisioned as a private hunting sanctuary, a family retreat, or a long-term land investment, this 103± acre property delivers the rare combination of natural beauty, wildlife abundance, and thoughtful infrastructure. It is a property where adventure, quietude, and legacy converge—ready to be enjoyed from the moment you arrive.