High Crossing Ranch
Wildlife Biologists and Range Scientists use the term "edge effect" which means an area where heavy woods meet open fields. Basically brush lines. The more edge you have the better the habitat is for deer. I had the opportunity of seeing this property a dozen or so years ago. It was a cedar thicket. The current landowner has done a text book example by spending time and capital demonstrating how to enhance the land by removing most of the cedar and creating a mosaic pattern of small openings. Imagine a puzzle with half the pieces missing and that best sums up the brush vs clearing appearance. This tract should be on the visit list for new landowners or any landowner to witness how to do things right if the goal is improving land for wildlife.
The tree cover is predominately post oak but also black jack oak, winged elm, hickory, Texas ash, some mesquite and a few remaining cedar. ...
The tree cover is predominately post oak but also black jack oak, winged elm, hickory, Texas ash, some mesquite and a few remaining cedar. The understory brush is mostly yaupon but also American beauty berry and huckleberry. The property has not been grazed for several years and maintains low taxes via a wildlife tax evaluation. No grazing has the small clearing lush with forbs and tall native grasses such as little blue stem.
Another significant attribute for this ranch is the very nice roll to the surface. Actually hilly on the south end. This adds contrast to the big picture.
This tract has a good rectangle shape. It is bounded by a paved county road on the west side. It has a nice all weather winding road into the middle where a very functional metal cabin is located on a hill. Everything has been done the right way. The power to the building is buried. Septic and water in place.
The house provides ample living spaces in an efficient package with high end finishes one might not expect. Two bunk rooms and two full bathrooms are complimented by two separate loft areas which are ideal for additional sleeping quarters or play areas for kids. High ceilings, polished concrete floors, granite slab counters and oversized marble walk-in showers. The open concept living, dining and kitchen area features stainless appliances, a gas range and custom cabinets. Thoughtful lighting, rustic yet classic wood finishes throughout and direct access to a breezy porch and large shop area are well thought out. The building is 2,400 sq. ft. 800 sq. ft. is finished. 360 sq. ft. are the lofts. The porch is 480 sq. ft. The shop is 1,000 sq. ft.
I think anyone will be hard pressed to find a better rural real estate investment of this size east of Austin.
Directions
From Smithville take State Highway 95 south. Near the High School turn west on FM 535. Travel 6.3 miles until you see the SECOND High Crossing Road. Turn right and the property will be immediately on your right or east side of the road. A realty sign is at the main gate.
From Bastrop travel south on State Highway 304 to Rosanky. At Rosanky turn east on FM 535. Travel 4.2 miles then turn south on High Crossing Road. Property on the right.
Anyone wishing to see this should call Jack Holman @ 979-732-7503 or Seth Gunn @ 979-966-7397.
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