Kerrville, TX 78058(Kerr County)

The larger pasture is home to a whitetail herd that features introduced and improved genetics as well Blackbuck antelope, Axis deer and Red lechwe. The smaller pasture holds native whitetails, Axis deer and Blackbuck. The owners utilize a comprehensive, year-round protein feeding program to maximize each animals genetic potential. The larger tract is also home to a 10-acre food plot. In addition to a quick-feed blower trailer, the ranch has 48 deer feeders, protein and corn feeders, scattered throughout. There are also 19 deer blinds, including 10 Atascosa blinds, placed in proximity to selected feeders, offering opportunities for both rifle and bow hunting.

When it comes to robust wildlife, water is as important as food. The ranch has five ponds outfitted with solar panels or electricity to facilitate pumping. In addition, there are eight water wells, four with solar panels, two powered by electricity, and two powered by generators. The system makes water readily available throughout the ranch.

Recently, hunting on the ranch has been strictly private, limited to family, friends and invited business associates. Earlier in its history, the ranch was a commercial hunting operation. The new owners could convert it back to a commercial enterprise by simply making commercial hunting their land use priority. A 40 x 100 barn provides storage as well a covered game cleaning area that includes a walk-in cooler and freezer. There is also a five-acre game-proofed soft release deer pen that aids in transition of animals from breeders to the pasture.

Thanks to paved roads in the smaller pasture and crushed rock roads in the larger pasture, the ranch is completely accessible.

Access to every nook and cranny is important because the ranch was designed to host easily accommodate large groups and everyone loves having room to roam. The lodging compound, located on the larger tract, is the ranchs social hub. Originally designed as a retreat center, the accommodations include three quadruplex log cabins, each featuring four bedrooms with four private baths, and a triplex cabin with three bedrooms and three baths. Each room has an exterior door for individual access. A fire pit provides a natural gathering place for sharing memories -- and making new ones -- at the end of the day.

In addition, the ranch features a 60 x 30 kitchen area with an adjoining dining hall and bar. Nearby a 30 x 30 game room boasts a pool table, shuffle board and another bar, allowing guests to relax inside as well as outside. Guests often cite the laid back, country casual vibe of the Shin Oak Ranch as their favorite attribute, noting that its reminiscent of the deer camps of their youth.

The ranch also has a 30 x 75 double-wide five-bedroom, three-bath mobile home that can serve as home base for the owners or the ranch manager.

If youre looking for a place where the living is as easy as broken in jeans, the Shin Oak Ranch could be your dream destination. Come put your boots on the ground and experience its warm comfort and authentic Hill Country style. This ranch is offered for $2,795/acre.