5658 FM 1557 , Carrizo Springs, TX 78834(Dimmit County)

IMPROVEMENTS: Many improvements exist on the property to include the main home which has been remodeled and includes 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2 living areas and a rock fireplace estimated to be 1680 sq ft with mostly original hardwood floors and some tile. The house has a full-length covered front deck. It also is equipped with central heat/air, attached carport and nice fenced in yard. There is also a casita with living area, kitchen and full bathroom, plus 2 bunk houses with restroom facilities located between them that provide plenty of extra sleep space for guests. In addition, there is a 50 X 50 pavilion that provides seating for large groups and includes an outdoor kitchen, a fireplace and a 16 x 16 indoor prep area with a full bathroom located near the ranch house. A 50 X 50 barn also provides cover for just about any type of equipment, hay or housing animals.

BRUSH: An estimated 60% of the ranch has great mixed South Texas brush to include a wide variety of species beneficial to white-tailed deer and many other wildlife species. About 1/2 of the 60% has large mesquite trees with incredible underbrush and an abundance of prickly pear which has been noted to be an important species for wildlife, mainly white-tailed deer. The balance consists of a field with a creek and an impressive stand of native grass for livestock grazing opportunities as well as sunflowers growing along the creek area which provide for a great dove hunting experience. There is also a nice food plot near the ranch house and an additional food plot near creek area.

WILDLIFE: There is a 15-year history of quality bucks breeding on the property with 170+ class bucks being harvested over the years. With the ranch being under a Texas Parks and Wildlife MDLP program for 7 years, there is a very respectable supply of quality bucks available for the upcoming season plus this allows hunters to take advantage of extended season lengths. There is also an abundance of dove, turkey, feral hogs, blue and bob-white quail, javelina, ducks and many other wildlife species.

WATER: The ranch lies over the shallow region of the Carrizo Aquifer and the ranch is supplied with good quality water from a Carrizo water well near the house. The well is 480 feet deep with a static water level of 280 feet. The well is used to irrigate 2 small food plots and supplement 3 of the 4 tanks on the property.

SOILS:

There is a unique mixture of several different soil types on the ranch. The soils range from a fine red sandy loam to a heavier clay loam. All soil types on the ranch have a long history of being very fertile and support a wide variety of brush and forb for wildlife. There is a vast amount of drainage in the property, thus creating an opportunity to have quality stock tanks for surface water holding capabilities. The tanks on the property hold for very long dry periods due to this soil type.

TERRAIN: The ranch has generally flat to gently rolling topography and has lots of drainage areas. There are many areas to build a sizable stock tank if desired.

MINERALS/PRODUCTION: There is no oil and gas production on the property. This will be a surface only estate sale.

TAX EXEMPTION: Currently the ranch has an Ag Use Tax Exemption Status.

PRICE: $4600/acre